Bentley Park (Qld)

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Bentley Park's population is estimated at around 9,238 as of May 2026, according to Districts' evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the broader region and post-Census address validations. This represents a rise of 878 people (10.5%) relative to the 8,360 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This change is calculated using an estimated resident population of 9,214, which Districts determined from the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with an additional 216 validated new addresses since the Census date. With these figures, the suburb of Bentley Park has a population density of 1,346 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio found across national localities analyzed by Districts. The suburb of Bentley Park outpaced both the SA3 area (6.9%) and the SA4 region with its 10.5% growth rate, established as a leader in regional growth. The expansion was chiefly fueled by natural growth, which accounted for approximately 44.0% of the overall population gains, though interstate and overseas migration also contributed positively.

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Data aggregated by Districts shows a workforce balanced between white-collar and blue-collar occupations, with a strong representation of essential services and an unemployment rate of 5.4%. In March 2026, 4,687 residents were employed. The local unemployment rate sits 1.5% above the Regional Qld average of 3.9%, while the participation rate is high at 69.6% compared to the regional benchmark of 64.3%. Census data indicates that a modest 11.5% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.

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According to the latest ATO postcode statistics released for financial year 2023, local taxpayers have a median income of $54,265 and an average of $60,390. This sits below national benchmarks and compares to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated figures for March 2026 would be approximately $60,430 (median) and $67,250 (average). The 2021 Census shows that family, household, and personal incomes cluster around the 54th percentile nationally. The largest cohort of earners spans 41.6% of residents (3,843 people) who fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 category, mirroring the metropolitan pattern where 31.7% of the population falls into this bracket. While housing costs absorb of income, strong earnings keep disposable income at the th percentile.

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According to the latest Census, residential structures in the area consisted of 97.1% freestanding houses and 2.9% other options like apartments and townhouses, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options across Regional Qld. The homeownership rate lagged behind the Regional Qld average, sitting at 18.2%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (47.1%) or renters (34.7%). Local median monthly mortgage payments were lower than the Regional Qld average at $1,517, while median weekly rent was $385, compared to regional benchmarks of $1,655 and $345. Locally, mortgage repayments are considerably lower than the national average of $1,863, whereas rental costs exceed the Australian median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 81.2%, which is composed of couples with children at 36.6%, couples without children at 25.8%, and single-parent households at 17.8%. The remaining 18.8% of households are non-family arrangements, consisting of single-person households at 15.3% and group households at 3.4%. The average household size is 3.0 people, exceeding the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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The local population presents lower rates of higher education, with university qualification rates at 14.8%, which is below the national average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.1%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.9% and postgraduate qualifications at 1.8%. Vocational education is highly prevalent, with 43.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a technical qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.0% and certificates at 32.8%.

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An analysis of public transport reveals 18 active stops within the suburb of Bentley Park, comprising a network of bus services. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes that provide 378 weekly passenger trips. Accessibility is rated favorably, with residents living an average of 311 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 95%. Households average 1.7 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low 11.5% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

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Based on Districts' evaluation of mortality rates and chronic health conditions, the area faces notable health challenges that affect both younger and older cohorts, combined with a relatively low rate of private health insurance coverage at approximately 51% of the population (~4,723 people).

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Cultural diversity matches regional averages, with citizens making up 86.9% of the population, 82.1% born in Australia, and 85.5% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, representing 49.7% of the community. The most distinct variance is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 2.0% of residents compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld.

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The local median age of 32 years is lower than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Bentley Park has a higher proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (16.8%) but fewer aged 65 - 74 (6.2%). Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group rose from 14.8% to 16.8%, while the 5 to 14 group fell from 18.2% to 15.6% and the 45 to 54 bracket declined from 12.8% to 11.4%. Demographic models suggest that by the age structure will change. The to age group is projected to grow the most, increasing by and adding residents to reach . Meanwhile, the to cohort is expected to shrink by residents.

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Bentley Park currently has an estimated 674 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 404 children aged 0-2 and 269 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 6% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 30% by 2041 (to approximately 873 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 1,153. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 13.9 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.