Innes Park (Qld)

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Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the surrounding region combined with recent address records confirmed by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Innes Park has an estimated population of 3,339 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 686 people (25.9%) from the 2,653 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated from a resident base of 3,301, estimated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside 291 validated new addresses identified after the Census date. With these numbers, the local density stands at 330 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and opportunities for expanding housing. The 25.9% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 area (9.1%) and the Rest of Qld, positioning the suburb of Innes Park as a key regional growth hub. The population gains were mostly fueled by relocations from other states, which accounted for approximately 83.0% of the demographic increase in recent times.

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The local workforce is characterized by strong skill levels and solid representation in key public service sectors, coupled with an unemployment rate of only 1.3% and an estimated 8.4% job growth over the preceding year. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,734, with the local unemployment rate sitting 2.7% below the 3.9% recorded across Regional Qld. Labor force participation matches the Regional Qld benchmark of 64.3%. Census data indicates that a modest 8.2% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions.

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ATO records for the 2023 financial year show that median income is $53,585 and average income is $66,214. This is comparable to the Regional Qld median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Accounting for a 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current figures are estimated at $59,672 for the median and $73,736 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and personal incomes in the 33rd to 45th percentiles. The largest income group comprises 33.8% of residents (1,128 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, similar to the wider region where this bracket accounts for 31.7% of the population. Residents retain 87.6% of income after housing costs, though disposable income ranks at the th percentile and the SEIFA index places the area in the th decile.

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The local housing stock at the time of the latest Census consisted of 98.1% detached houses and 1.9% other dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options across Regional Qld. Home ownership stands at 40.1%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 45.1% and rental properties making up 14.8%. The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,517, while the median weekly rent was $335, compared to Regional Qld averages of $1,655 and $345. Locally, mortgage payments are lower than the national median of $1,863, and weekly rents sit below the Australian average of $375.

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Families comprise 81.2% of local households, consisting of couples with children at 36.1%, couples without children at 36.3%, and single parents at 8.4%. Non-family households account for 18.8% of the total, with single person households representing 16.1% and group share houses representing 2.5%. The median household size is 2.7 residents, which is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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The local population has lower tertiary attainment levels, with university graduation rates at 20.2% compared to the national average of 30.4%. Among those with degrees, bachelor qualifications are most common at 14.2%, followed by graduate diplomas at 3.1% and postgraduate degrees at 2.9%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 42.0% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.0% and certificates at 32.0%.

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There are 9 active public transport stops within Innes Park, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 2 distinct routes, which provide 105 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated as moderate, with residents living an average of 575 meters from the nearest stop. Private cars remain the primary method of travel, used by 98% of commuting residents, and average vehicle ownership is 1.8 per household, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low 8.2% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic conditions.

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Analysis of mortality rates and chronic illness prevalence indicates notable health concerns across different age groups, while the rate of private health insurance coverage is slightly higher than the SA2 average at approximately 53% of the population (~1,784 people).

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Cultural diversity measures are below national averages, with 87.3% of residents born in Australia, 93.0% holding citizenship, and 95.4% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 56.0% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of 42 years is similar to the Regional Qld average of 41 and higher than the national median of 38. The 65 - 74 age group is larger than the regional average, making up 13.9% of the population, while the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller at 8.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 grew from 5.5% to 7.6%, and the 85+ cohort increased from 1.0% to 2.1%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 17.0% to 14.5%, and the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.5% to . Projections for indicate demographic shifts, with the to group expected to increase by people () from to while the to and to age groups are projected to contract.

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Innes Park currently has an estimated 163 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 87 children aged 0-2 and 58 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 43% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 14% by 2041 (to approximately 186 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 256. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.8 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally.