Kenmore Hills (Qld)

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According to investigations of ABS demographic statistics for the surrounding region, combined with fresh street addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Kenmore Hills has an estimated population of 2,462 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 14 people (0.6%) compared to the 2,448 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated from a resident base of 2,461, determined by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP publication (June 2025) alongside 2 verified new addresses added since the Census date. Such population levels yield a density of 576 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density living and room for prospective expansion. The local demographic gains were heavily supported by arrivals from abroad, who accounted for roughly 83.0% of all population increases in recent times.

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The suburb of Kenmore Hills features a highly qualified labor force with a substantial share of professionals, alongside an unemployment rate of only 2.0%, according to compiled regional data from Districts. In March 2026, there are 1,157 local citizens in employment, with the jobless rate sitting 2.3% below the Greater Brisbane figure of 4.3%, while local labor force participation is notably lower (58.5% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane). Census records show that a significant 37.6% of working residents performed their jobs from home, though this may reflect the influence of pandemic-related restrictions.

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According to the latest ATO statistics compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year, local earnings are exceptionally high compared to the rest of the nation. Taxpayers in the area record a median income of $55,905 and an average income of $92,836, compared to $58,236 and $72,799 respectively for Greater Brisbane. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current figures are estimated at approximately $62,256 for the median and $103,382 for the average as of March 2026. Census findings show that household incomes are situated in the 94th percentile ($2,712 per week), whereas individual earnings are lower at the 66th percentile. Income breakdowns show the largest cohort consists of 34.5% of residents (849 people) in the $4000+ per week bracket, differing from the metropolitan pattern where the - bracket is largest at . High earners constitute a large portion of the population, with earning more than weekly, highlighting the high purchasing power in the area. After paying for housing, locals keep of their earnings, demonstrating strong disposable income, and the area is placed in the th decile for the SEIFA income index.

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Residential architecture in the suburb of Kenmore Hills, as of the most recent Census, was composed of 87.8% separate houses and 12.2% alternative housing types (townhouses, flats, and other options), compared to metropolitan Brisbane where houses make up 73.5% and alternative types account for 26.5%. Furthermore, home ownership in the suburb of Kenmore Hills was significantly higher than the metropolitan average at 47.1%, while the rest of the homes were being purchased under a mortgage (39.3%) or occupied by tenants (13.7%). The median monthly home loan payment was significantly higher than the Brisbane average at $2,694, while the median weekly rent stood at $598, compared to metropolitan averages of $1,863 and $380. On a national scale, local mortgage commitments are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and typical rents are well above the national benchmark of $375.

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Nuclear and extended families make up the vast majority of local households at 83.5%, consisting of 44.5% couples with offspring, 31.1% couples without offspring, and 7.8% single parent households. The remaining 16.5% are non-family households, with single-person living arrangements at 14.9% and shared group households at 1.1%. The typical household size of 2.9 individuals is larger than the Greater Brisbane median of 2.6.

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Academic achievement in the suburb of Kenmore Hills is substantially higher than broader benchmarks, with 52.7% of citizens aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 25.7% throughout QLD and 30.4% across Australia. This major educational lead prepares the neighborhood well for knowledge-based employment. Undergraduate degrees are the most common at 31.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees (16.6%) and graduate diplomas (4.8%). Technical and trade qualifications are held by 20.3% of residents aged 15+ – consisting of advanced diplomas (10.4%) and certificates (9.9%).

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Transport analysis shows there are 15 public transport stops located within the suburb of Kenmore Hills, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 3 separate routes, which combine to offer 272 passenger journeys weekly. Transport accessibility is classified as good, with locals generally living 279 meters from the closest stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers travel out of the neighborhood, and private vehicles are the main choice at 87%, followed by trains at 5% and bicycles at 2%. Households own an average of 1.8 cars, which is higher than the regional median. A high proportion of 37.6% of residents performed their jobs from home (2021 Census; potentially influenced by pandemic conditions).

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The suburb of Kenmore Hills records favorable wellness statistics, based on Districts assessments of mortality patterns and long-term illness trends, with the occurrence of major health issues being low in the general population, though elevated relative to national averages among older, vulnerable cohorts. Furthermore, the rate of residents holding private health insurance is remarkably high, standing at roughly 64% of the community (1,575 people). This compares to 55.8% for Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Kenmore Hills displays a higher degree of cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 15.7% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 36.7% born in other countries. The dominant religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 51.5% of the local population. However, the most notable variation from regional averages is in Hinduism, which represents 2.5% of the community compared to 2.2% across Greater Brisbane.

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The median age of 46 years in the suburb of Kenmore Hills is much higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and also older than the Australian median of 38 years. Relative to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Kenmore Hills features a higher proportion of residents aged 75 - 84 (10.1%) but a smaller share of young adults aged 25 - 34 (3.9%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 11.9% to 16.5% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has risen from 8.6% to 10.1%. On the other hand, the 65 to 74 group has shrunk from 12.5% to 10.5%, and the to age bracket has fallen from to . Looking ahead to demographic models point to major changes in the local age profile. The group aged + will lead this shift, growing by ( people) to reach from an initial . Notably, the combined brackets aged + will represent of all population growth, highlighting the aging trend. In contrast, the cohorts aged to and to will both experience a decline in numbers.

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Kenmore Hills currently has an estimated 88 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 46 children aged 0-2 and 31 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 0% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 22% by 2041 (to approximately 69 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 291. Birth rates in the area have averaged 4.1 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.