Regents Park (Qld)

Regents Park is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validations, as of Feb 2026, the suburb of Regents Park (Qld) has an estimated population of around 11,801. This is an increase of 698 people (6.3%) since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 11,103. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 11,787 following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 42 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 2,468 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Natural growth contributed approximately 52.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

For projections, AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted, with proportional growth weightings applied in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Looking ahead, lower quartile growth is anticipated nationally, with the suburb expected to increase by 278 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 2.4% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Regents Park according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Regents Park averaged approximately 19 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 96 homes were approved, with an additional 4 approved in FY-26. Each dwelling constructed is estimated to bring in about 3.5 new residents annually over the past five financial years.

This has led to a significant demand exceeding supply, which typically results in price growth and increased buyer competition. The average construction value of new dwellings is around $425,000, slightly above the regional average, indicating a focus on quality developments. In FY-26, there have been approximately $18.6 million in commercial approvals, suggesting moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Regents Park has significantly less development activity, with 90.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties.

Nationally, this is also below average, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints. New developments consist of 88.0% detached dwellings and 12.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suitable for buyers seeking space. There are approximately 687 people per dwelling approval in the location, indicating an established market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Regents Park is projected to add around 282 residents by 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Regents Park has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

The performance of an area can significantly be influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified six projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable projects include the Regents Park Principal Activity Centre Plan, The Avenues at Browns Plains, Regency Plaza Redevelopment, and Site Development Plan - Regency, Regents & Hyde Park. The following list details those considered most relevant:.

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Employment conditions in Regents Park demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Regents Park has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs. Its unemployment rate is 2.9%. In the past year, there was an estimated employment growth of 3.5%.

As of September 2025, 6,704 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.1% lower than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation stands at 74.6%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. According to Census responses, only 9.9% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.

Manufacturing has a particularly notable presence, with employment levels at 1.7 times the regional average. Professional & technical services have limited presence, with 3.9% employment compared to 8.9% regionally. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 3.5% while labour force grew by 2.1%, causing unemployment to fall by 1.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 3.8%, labour force grow by 3.3%, and unemployment fall by 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Regents Park. These projections estimate national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Regents Park's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.8% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The suburb of Regents Park's income level is below the national average according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Regents Park is $51,492 and the average income stands at $57,081. These figures compare to Greater Brisbane's median income of $58,236 and average income of $72,799 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Regents Park would be approximately $56,595 (median) and $62,738 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals that incomes in Regents Park cluster around the 53rd percentile nationally. The largest income bracket comprises 44.7% earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, with a total of 5,275 residents falling into this category. This is consistent with broader trends across the broader area showing 33.3% in the same income category. High housing costs consume 15.8% of income in Regents Park, however strong earnings still place disposable income at the 58th percentile nationally.

Regents Park is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

In Regents Park, as per the latest Census, 98.9% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 1.1% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. In contrast, Brisbane metro had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Regents Park was 21.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 52.9% and rented ones at 25.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,625, lower than Brisbane metro's $1,863. The median weekly rent was $380, matching Brisbane metro's figure but higher than the national average of $375. Nationally, Regents Park's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,625 compared to the Australian average of $1,863.

Regents Park features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 84.0% of all households, including 42.0% couples with children, 24.8% couples without children, and 16.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 16.0%, with lone person households at 13.5% and group households comprising 2.6%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Educational outcomes in Regents Park fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area has university qualification rates at 16.0%, significantly lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 40.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (28.9%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.9% in primary education, 8.7% in secondary education, and 3.8% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

The analysis of public transport in Regents Park shows that there are 44 active transport stops currently operating within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 321 weekly passenger trips provided by three individual routes. The accessibility of transport is rated as excellent, with residents typically located approximately 199 meters from their nearest transport stop. As Regents Park is primarily a residential area, most residents commute outward from the neighborhood. Car remains the dominant mode of transportation, used by 92% of residents. Vehicle ownership averages 1.8 per dwelling in the area, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 9.9% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency across all routes averages 45 trips per day, equating to roughly seven weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Regents Park is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a slightly higher degree among older age cohorts

Regents Park faces significant health challenges as assessed by AreaSearch. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notably high, with common health conditions prevalent across all age groups but more so among older cohorts. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (~5,879 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (9.0%) and mental health issues (8.1%), while 69.8% of residents report no medical ailments, slightly higher than the 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Working-age residents have an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. As of 31 December 20XX, Regents Park has 13.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1,557 people), lower than the 15.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges but rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.

Regents Park was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Regents Park's population showed higher cultural diversity compared to most local markets, with 32.5% born overseas and 26.1% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the dominant religion in Regents Park, representing 44.5%. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprised 3.6%, higher than Greater Brisbane's 1.3%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (24.2%), Australian (22.6%), and Other (13.7%). Significant differences existed in certain ethnic group representations: Maori at 2.7% vs regional 1.1%, New Zealand at 1.5% vs 1.0%, and Samoan at 1.6% vs 0.9%.

Regents Park hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

Regents Park has a median age of 34, which is younger than Greater Brisbane's figure of 36 and substantially under Australia's median age of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Regents Park has a higher concentration of residents aged 5-14 (14.9%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (12.8%). Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 65-74 has grown from 6.5% to 8.4%, while the 75-84 age group increased from 2.5% to 3.7%. Conversely, the 25-34 age group has declined from 14.6% to 12.8%, and the 45-54 age group dropped from 12.3% to 11.0%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Regents Park. The 75-84 age cohort is projected to grow by 69%, adding 302 residents to reach 739. This growth contributes to the overall increase in residents aged 65 and older, who are expected to represent 69% of anticipated population growth. Conversely, the 0-4 and 5-14 age cohorts are projected to experience population declines.