Condon (Qld)

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Analysis of ABS demographic updates and newly confirmed address records by Districts since the Census indicates the population of the suburb of Condon is roughly 6,329 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 435 residents (7.4%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 5,894 individuals. The figure is calculated from a local population of 6,235, estimated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus 59 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level corresponds to a density of 1,183 persons per square kilometer, matching typical averages across locations evaluated by Districts. The 7.4% growth rate in Condon since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA4 region (7.1%), making it a regional leader in growth. Demographic expansion was mostly propelled by natural increase, which accounted for approximately 64.0% of the overall population rise in recent times, though other sources including overseas and interstate migration also contributed positive gains.

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Condon maintains a balanced labor market featuring a mix of white and blue collar jobs, with a strong presence in essential services sectors and a local unemployment rate of 8.2% compiled from regional statistical data. As of March 2026, 2,512 residents are employed, while the local unemployment rate sits 4.3% higher than the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, highlighting potential for improvement. Labor force participation is also notably lower, sitting at 52.8% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census records indicate that a minimal 3.7% of the workforce worked from home, though this may have been influenced by past pandemic lockdowns.

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According to the latest ATO tax data at the postcode level released for financial year 2023, the median tax-paying income in Condon is $50,973, with an average of $57,113. These figures are below national averages and compare to a median of $53,146 and average of $66,593 across Regional Qld. Accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of approximately $56,764 for the median and $63,601 for the average as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in Condon all sit at the 22nd percentile nationally. The largest income group consists of 31.1% of residents (1,968 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, which is similar to the regional distribution where fall into this bracket. Home affordability is highly constrained, with only of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the rd percentile.

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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Condon consisted of 91.8% detached houses and 8.2% other types of housing, such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to Regional Qld's split of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Condon was lower than the regional rate at 28.7%, with remaining properties held under a mortgage (33.5%) or occupied by tenants (37.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,300, which is below the Regional Qld average of $1,655, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $310 compared to Regional Qld's median of $345. Locally, mortgage repayments are lower than the national average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the Australian average of $375.

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Families make up the majority of local households at 68.1%, consisting of couples with children at 23.5%, couples without children at 29.1%, and single-parent arrangements at 14.4%. The remaining 31.9% are non-family households, with lone person households representing 28.5% and group households accounting for 3.5%. The median household occupancy of 2.4 individuals is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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The local population presents low rates of higher education, with university qualification levels at 12.4% compared to the national average of 30.4%. This highlights a gap and a potential focus area for educational development. Bachelor degrees represent 9.1% of qualifications, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.7% and graduate diplomas at 1.6%. Technical qualifications are highly prevalent, with 39.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, comprising advanced diplomas at 8.9% and certificate-level training at 30.9%.

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Public transport services in Condon consist of 20 active bus stops. These stops are served by 2 distinct routes that generate 363 passenger trips per week. Transport access is convenient, with residents living an average of 301 meters from their nearest stop. Commuting patterns reflect the residential nature of the area, with 94% of workers using private vehicles to travel to work. Average vehicle ownership sits at 1.3 per household, which is below the regional average. A minor 3.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census records, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules.

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Condon face notable health concerns based on mortality rates and the prevalence of long-term health issues, which impact both younger and older residents, alongside a low rate of private health insurance coverage at roughly 50% of the population (~3,154 people). This is below the Regional Qld average of 52.5% and the Australian average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity measures are relatively low in Condon, where 87.6% of residents hold Australian citizenship, 87.8% were born in Australia, and 92.5% speak only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 56.2% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of 39 years in Condon is slightly lower than the Regional Qld median of 41, but very close to the national median of 38 years. Young adults aged 15 to 24 make up a significant portion of the community (15.3%), while the 55 to 64 bracket is smaller (9.8%) than the regional average. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 11.5% to 12.8% of the population. In contrast, the cohort aged 5 to 14 has fallen from 13.2% to 11.2%, and the group aged 45 to 54 has declined from 12.4% to 10.8%. Demographic projections for indicate notable changes in the age profile, with the to age group expected to grow by people () from to while the to and to brackets are projected to decrease in size.

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Condon currently has an estimated 373 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 260 children aged 0-2 and 174 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 15% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 17% by 2041 (to approximately 437 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 625. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 13.8 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.