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The Range (Qld) has an estimated 5,267 residents, up from 5,231 at the 2021 Census. That puts 1,431 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on scrutiny of ABS updates for the broader zone, alongside addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of The Range (Qld) has a population calculated at approximately 5,267 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 36 people (0.7%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 5,231 people. This shift is deduced from a resident population of 5,265, computed by AreaSearch utilizing the ABS June 2025 ERP release and 5 additional validated new addresses post-Census. Such population levels yield a density of 1,431 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical standard across national locations checked by AreaSearch.
In recent times, population gains were almost exclusively driven by overseas migration. AreaSearch implements ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 district, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. Where SA2 projections are missing, or for periods past 2032, Queensland State Government projections released in 2023 (utilizing 2021 baseline data) are adopted. Because state figures lack age group divisions, AreaSearch projects age cohorts using weightings from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections based on 2022 data. Over the coming years, population growth just below the regional median nationwide is anticipated, with projections indicating the suburb of The Range (Qld) will add 448 persons by 2041, representing a total increase of 8.5% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
21 new dwellings have been approved in The Range (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 4 a year. That is 0.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 4, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to building approval figures sourced from ABS statistical areas, around 4 new homes are authorized annually in The Range, totaling 21 homes over the previous 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 4 thus far during FY-26. Amid falling population levels, building activity has been relatively sufficient, which benefits buyers, with new residential projects averaging a construction value of $367,000. Furthermore, $2.6 million in commercial development approvals was registered this financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the locality. Compared with the Rest of Qld, construction activity in The Range is notably depressed, running 79.0% below the regional average per capita.
A shortage of new completions of this scale generally bolsters demand and prices for existing stock. This construction rate is similarly below national benchmarks, pointing to a mature market and probable development bottlenecks. Recent building permits show a mix of 40.0% houses and 60.0% medium to high-density units. The shift toward denser housing provides affordable entry points and suits downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This marks a clear departure from the current housing mix, which stands at 88.0% houses, showing that developable parcels are scarcer and reflecting changing resident preferences for diverse, cost-effective options. With approximately 3522 people per approval, the area is clearly established and mature. Looking forward, the suburb of The Range (Qld) is projected to increase by 446 residents through to 2041, based on recent AreaSearch quarterly calculations. Should current building rates persist, residential supply may lag behind demographic expansion, potentially intensifying buyer competition and reinforcing upward price momentum.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around The Range (Qld)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside The Range (Qld), worth an estimated $2.03 billion. A further 50 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $4.65 billion. 17 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major works, and planning strategies strongly influence regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 9 projects expected to affect the area. Key initiatives include the Rockhampton Hospital Emergency Department Expansion, the Rockhampton Hospital Mental Health Unit Expansion, the Rockhampton Hospital Cardiac Hybrid Theatre, and the Rockhampton Ring Road, with the most relevant listed below.
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Rockhampton Ring Road
The Rockhampton Ring Road is a 17.4 km Bruce Highway bypass connecting the Capricorn Highway at Fairy Bower with the Rockhampton-Yeppoon Road at Parkhurst. The approximately AUD 1.98 billion project includes 18 bridges, including a new 435 m Fitzroy River crossing, flood immunity to the Q100 standard, improved freight efficiency, and removal of through heavy vehicle traffic from the Rockhampton CBD. Main construction commenced in 2025 and major bridge works are progressing, including a temporary Fitzroy River work platform and river exclusion zone through mid-2028.
Rockhampton Hospital Emergency Department Expansion
The Rockhampton Hospital Emergency Department expansion was completed in July 2025, significantly increasing clinical capacity. The project delivered nine new acute treatment spaces, including seven beds and two recliner chairs, alongside a dedicated consultation and treatment room. By relocating the Orthopaedic Clinic to a new purpose-built facility on Canning Street, the hospital created a specialized 'Fast Track' area with 12 additional treatment spaces designed for non-complex cases like minor injuries and respiratory infections. This upgrade improves patient flow, reduces ambulance ramping, and supports more complex case management across Central Queensland.
Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo Redevelopment
Multi-stage redevelopment of the heritage-listed Rockhampton Botanic Gardens and Zoo including a new visitor hub, upgraded animal exhibits, improved visitor amenities, playground upgrades, enhanced gardens and conservation facilities. Major visitor infrastructure has been completed and additional enclosure and site enhancement works continue as part of the long-term redevelopment program.
Rockhampton Hospital Mental Health Unit Expansion
A $92 million expansion to the Mental Health Unit at Rockhampton Hospital, to be completed in 2026. It will include 32 beds, therapy spaces, indoor gardens, administrative support, office space, and new undercover parking.
Rockhampton Hospital Cardiac Hybrid Theatre
A $36.9 million project at Rockhampton Hospital, with construction expected to be completed by 2026. The facility will include a Cardiac Hybrid Theatre, a procedure room, recovery bays, inpatient beds, and an expanded Cardiac Investigations Unit with office space.
Browne Park Redevelopment
A major redevelopment project to upgrade Browne Park, including a new 3,500-seat grandstand, changerooms, amenities, food/beverage outlets, corporate and media facilities. The project aims to improve the facility and attract larger sporting and cultural events to Rockhampton.
PennyCove Gated Villas
Secure gated unit development comprising 14 x 3-bedroom villas, designed for luxury living in West Rockhampton.
Rockhampton Large Format Retail Centre (Anaconda anchor)
A large format retail development on the corner of Yaamba Road (Bruce Highway) and Moores Creek Road in Park Avenue, anchored by a 2,500 square metre Anaconda showroom. Following an approved change application in March 2025, the project now comprises six showroom tenancies plus advertising signage, with the previously proposed shopping centre, smaller shops and 24-hour service station components removed. The site provides 258 car parking spaces and is owned by the Spotlight Retail Group through SPG Developments.The development brings additional outdoor, lifestyle and homewares retail to the northern Rockhampton retail strip on the Bruce Highway.
2,779 residents of The Range (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 2,832. Unemployment sits at 1.9%, with participation at 66.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is highly educated with strong representation in essential services, showing an unemployment rate of only 1.9% according to AreaSearch statistical area data. In March 2026, 2,779 residents were employed. The unemployment rate sits 2.0% below the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, while participation in the labour force is quite close to the Regional Qld rate of 64.3%. Census data indicates that a modest 7.7% of workers operated from home, though pandemic restrictions during that period should be kept in mind. The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade.
The locality exhibits a strong concentration in health care & social assistance, employing residents at 1.5 times the regional average rate. Conversely, construction is underrepresented, accounting for 6.9% of local jobs compared to 10.1% across the region. Although local employment is available, Census comparisons of working residents to local positions suggest a significant portion commute outside the area for work. Based on SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from wider areas, the 12 months leading to March 2026 saw the labour force contract by 5.2% and employment shrink by 3.5%, which caused the unemployment rate to drop by 1.6 percentage points. This divergence stands in contrast to Regional Qld, where employment ticked up by 0.1%, the workforce expanded by 0.3%, and unemployment rose by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional context on future demand in the area. These five and ten-year forecasts have been correlated with local employment profiles to project growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual industries vary. Applying these industry weightings to the local job profile indicates local employment could rise by 7.2% over five years and 15.0% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in The Range (Qld) is $2,034 a week (about $106,000 a year), with median personal income at $842 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,262 a year against an average of $80,736. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode ATO statistics for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of The Range earn a median income of $62,262 and an average of $80,736. These figures are among the highest nationwide, comparing favorably to the Regional Qld median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate a median of $69,335 and an average of $89,908 as of March 2026. Census findings place household, family, and individual incomes around the 62nd percentile nationally.
Income distribution shows the largest group, representing 30.6% of residents (1,611 people), falls in the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, mirroring the regional trend where 31.7% are in this range. The suburb exhibits clear affluence, with 30.9% of taxpayers earning more than $3,000 weekly, which supports upscale retail and service providers. After housing costs, residents retain 89.0% of their earnings, demonstrating strong disposable income, and the area ranks in the 7th decile for SEIFA income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
The Range (Qld) had 1,721 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 88% detached houses and 6% apartments. 39% are owned with a mortgage, 28% rented and 34% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $320 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 15.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 17.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential dwelling types at the time of the latest Census consisted of 87.7% houses and 12.3% other formats such as semi-detached homes and apartments, compared with Regional Qld where houses make up 76.4% and other options comprise 23.6%. Home ownership rates matched Regional Qld at 33.7%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (38.8%) or rented (27.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was below the Regional Qld average at $1,517, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $320, compared with Regional Qld figures of $1,655 and $345. On a national scale, mortgage payments are notably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are substantially below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
The Range (Qld) counted 1,721 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 69.3%, consisting of 30.7% couples with children, 26.5% couples without children, and 11.4% single parents. Non-family households represent the remaining 30.7%, with single person homes at 26.6% and shared group households at 4.0%. The median household size is 2.5 residents, which is identical to the Regional Qld average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
33.0% of adults in The Range (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 22.3% with a bachelor degree and 7.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 20.9% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 2,288 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 998 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational qualifications in the area are high, with 33.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 15.9% in the SA4 region and 17.1% in the SA3 area. This strong academic profile positions locals well for knowledge-based employment. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 22.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.1%) and graduate diplomas (3.6%). Vocational training is also prominent, with 29.7% of residents aged 15+ holding technical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.8%) and certificates (20.9%). Engagement in education is high, with 36.3% of residents enrolled in formal study.
This student cohort includes 18.1% in high school, 8.3% in primary school, and 6.0% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Getting around The Range (Qld) means driving: households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
67.0% of residents in The Range (Qld) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 75% of areas nationally. 9.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 59.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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The locality faces notable health issues based on mortality and chronic illness rates, with common conditions present across the population, particularly among older age groups. Private health insurance coverage is high, with 59% of the population (3,117 people) holding cover, compared to 52.5% across Regional Qld. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent medical issues, affecting 8.9% and 8.7% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 67.0% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health statistics for the working-age population are typical. Residents aged 65 and over make up 18.5% of the population (974 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld share of 20.4%.
Health profiles for seniors present some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
The Range (Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 86.1% of residents, with 8.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (28.9%) and English (28.7%). 3.0% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity measures are below average, with citizens making up 88.8% of the population, 86.1% of residents born in Australia, and 91.9% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion at 63.4%, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. In terms of parent birthplace ancestry, the top three lineages are Australian at 28.9%, English at 28.7%, and Irish at 11.1%. Notable variations in other backgrounds include Scottish ancestry, which is higher at 9.3% (compared to 7.8% regionally), German at 4.5% (compared to 4.7% regionally), and Sri Lankan at 0.3% (compared to 0.1% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of The Range (Qld) is 37. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 30.3% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 37 years is below the Regional Qld average of 41 and close to the national median of 38. The 15 - 24 age bracket is overrepresented at 18.3% compared to the regional average, while the 65 - 74 age group is underrepresented at 7.9%. This concentration of 15 - 24 year-olds is higher than the national figure of 12.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 16.8% to 18.3% of the population, and the 25 to 34 group has risen from 10.6% to 12.0%, whereas the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 12.7% to 10.7%.
Projections suggest the age mix will change by 2041, with the 25 to 34 group expected to grow by 30%, adding 189 residents to reach 822, while the 5 to 14 and 55 to 64 brackets are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for The Range (Qld)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 4 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 5 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,231 at the 2021 Census → 5,267 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL32804). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.