Graceville (Qld)

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According to investigations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region and fresh locations confirmed by Districts post-Census, the resident count in Graceville is calculated to be approximately 4,993 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 229 individuals (4.8%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 4,764 residents. The modification is calculated from a local population of 4,990, determined by Districts through analysing the most recent ABS ERP statistics (June 2025) along with 30 validated new addresses added after the Census date. This population level yields a density of 2,655 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quarter of nationwide positions analyzed by Districts. Expansion in the area was mostly driven by arrivals from abroad, who accounted for roughly 93.0% of the total demographic growth in recent times.

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Graceville features a highly qualified labor force with a strong concentration in professional services, alongside an unemployment rate of only 2.8%, compiled by Districts from regional statistical indicators. As of March 2026, there are 2,720 employed local citizens, with the jobless rate tracking 1.5% under the Greater Brisbane level of 4.3%, while labor force participation matches closely with the Greater Brisbane benchmark of 70.4%. Census figures indicate that a high 37.9% of residents worked from their homes, although the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.

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Taxpayer income in the suburb of Graceville is exceptionally high on a national scale, according to ATO records compiled by Districts for financial year 2023. The suburb of Graceville's median taxpayer earnings are $60,615 and the average is $91,381, compared to Greater Brisbane benchmarks of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Adjusted for Wage Price Index expansion of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $67,501 (median) and $101,762 (average) as of March 2026. Census results show that household, family, and individual incomes in Graceville are all elevated, placing between the 90th and 96th percentiles across the country. Weekly earnings are dominated by the $4000+ category, which accounts for 35.3% of residents (1,762 people), differing from the wider region where the - group is the most common at . A substantial of earners receive more than weekly, highlighting pockets of wealth that support strong local commerce. After paying for housing, households keep of their earnings, showing strong spending capability, and the local SEIFA income score falls in the th decile.

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The mix of housing in Graceville at the most recent Census was composed of 88.6% detached houses and 11.4% alternative dwellings (townhouses, flats, and other types), compared to the Brisbane metropolitan ratio of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in Graceville stood well above the metropolitan rate at 36.0%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with a mortgage (42.5%) or renting residents (21.5%). The median monthly home loan payment locally was significantly above the Brisbane metro benchmark at $2,600, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $495, compared to metropolitan averages of $1,863 and $380 respectively. Nationally, mortgage costs in Graceville are much higher than the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rents are significantly higher than the national figure of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 79.8%, consisting of 45.8% couples with children, 22.7% couples without children, and 10.4% single parents. Non-family households account for the remaining 20.2%, with single-person households at 17.1% and group living situations representing 3.1% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.9 people exceeds the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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Educational qualification levels in Graceville are far ahead of wider benchmarks, with 55.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 25.7% across QLD and 30.4% nationwide. This high educational level positions the community well for professional jobs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 34.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (15.1%) and graduate diplomas (5.9%). Vocational training makes up 19.5% of qualifications for those aged 15+ – consisting of advanced diplomas (8.8%) and certificates (10.7%).

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Public transit analysis shows 27 active passenger stops operating within Graceville, consisting of both trains and buses. These stops are served by 91 separate routes, which combine to offer 2,883 weekly passenger services. Transport access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 183 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is a residential suburb, most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 75%, followed by trains at 16% and bicycles at 2%. Households own an average of 1.5 cars. A high 37.9% of working residents worked from home (2021 Census; this figure may reflect pandemic conditions).

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An evaluation of health indicators shows positive outcomes throughout Graceville, based on Districts assessments of mortality figures and chronic illness rates, with common health conditions occurring infrequently among the general population and aligning closely with national averages in older, high-risk groups, while private health insurance rates are exceptionally high, covering about 63% of the population (3,166 people). This compares to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%.

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Graceville is above average in terms of cultural background, with 12.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 25.1% born outside Australia. The leading religion in Graceville is Christianity, accounting for 50.6% of the population. The most prominent divergence from wider benchmarks is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of local residents compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane.

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The median age of 40 years in Graceville is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and slightly above the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, the 45 - 54 bracket is strongly represented (17.5% locally), while the 25 - 34 cohort is underrepresented (8.1%). This concentration of residents aged 45 - 54 is well above the national level of 12.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 12.5% to 15.6% of the population, and the 75 to 84 group has increased from 3.8% to 5.7%. By contrast, the 5 to cohort decreased from to and the to group declined from to . Population projections for point to major demographic changes. Leading this shift, the + cohort is expected to grow by ( people), increasing from to . Aging trends persist, with residents aged and older making up of projected growth. Conversely, the to and to groups are projected to decrease in size.

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Graceville currently has an estimated 194 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 109 children aged 0-2 and 72 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 26% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 13% by 2041 (to approximately 168 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 607. Birth rates in the area have averaged 6.2 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.