Keperra (Qld)

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According to investigations of ABS demographic statistics for the wider region and new home listings verified by Districts after the Census, the suburb of Keperra is estimated to have a population of approximately 7,151 in May 2026. This represents a gain of 137 residents (2.0%) since the 2021 Census, which counted 7,014 citizens. The shift is calculated from a resident count of 7,150, which was computed by Districts following analysis of the ABS's recent June 2025 ERP publication alongside 179 confirmed new addresses registered after the Census date. This population level corresponds to a density of 1,399 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figures recorded across locations assessed nationwide by Districts. Expansion in the resident count was mostly fueled by incoming international migrants, who made up roughly 77.0% of the aggregate demographic gains in recent times.

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The suburb of Keperra has a highly qualified labor force with strong representation in critical public services, alongside an unemployment rate of 12.9%, according to Districts compilations of localized data. In March 2026, 3,077 citizens are employed, while the joblessness rate is 8.6% higher than the 4.3% recorded across Greater Brisbane, indicating potential for labor market progress, and the participation rate is notably lower at 60.0% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane. Census records show that a moderate 23.7% of the workforce operated from home, though this may have been influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.

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The income level in the suburb of Keperra sits slightly above the national baseline, according to recent ATO data compiled by Districts for the 2023 tax year. Taxpayers in the suburb of Keperra have a median income of $59,721 and a mean income of $69,411, compared to metropolitan Brisbane averages of $58,236 and $72,799. Adjusting for Wage Price Index gains of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current figures would be roughly $66,505 for the median and $77,296 for the average as of March 2026. Census statistics show household, family, and individual incomes are all moderate, placing between the 44th and 49th percentiles. Income distribution figures show the dominant cohort earns between $1,500 and $2,999, accounting for 31.9% of residents or 2,281 individuals, matching the metropolitan trend where fall into this range. Affordability pressures are significant, leaving only of income after housing costs, placing the area in the nd percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the locality in the th decile.

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Residential configurations in the suburb of Keperra at the last Census consisted of 84.5% freestanding homes and 15.6% alternative housing styles like duplexes, townhouses, or apartments, compared to metro Brisbane where houses made up 73.5% and alternative options comprised 26.5%. The proportion of residents owning their properties outright or with a mortgage was consistent with the metro Brisbane average at 28.0%, with remaining properties held under a mortgage (35.8%) or rented (36.2%). The median monthly home loan payment was higher than the metropolitan average at $1,950, while the median weekly lease cost was $400, compared to metro Brisbane averages of $1,863 and $380. On a national level, home loan payments in the suburb of Keperra exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and lease costs are higher than the countrywide figure of $375.

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Families make up the majority of homes at 70.0%, consisting of couples with children at 27.9%, couples without children at 26.5%, and single parent households at 14.3%. Non-family living arrangements account for the other 30.0%, with single-person homes making up 27.1% and group houses accounting for 2.8% of households. The average household size of 2.4 residents is slightly below the metro Brisbane average of 2.6.

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The locality displays some educational disparities, with university degree completion rates of 30.3% falling well short of the wider SA4 region average of 47.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted academic programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 20.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 6.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.7%. Technical and vocational expertise is highly prevalent, with 33.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade certifications, split between advanced diplomas at 10.5% and certificate-level qualifications at 22.6%.

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Analysis of transit options shows 58 active public transport stops located within the suburb of Keperra, offering a combination of rail and bus connections. These stops are served by 24 separate routes, which together provide 2,363 weekly passenger journeys. Transit proximity is excellent, with residents living an average of 160 meters from the nearest boarding point. Because the area is mostly residential, a large share of workers travel outside the neighborhood, with cars remaining the primary option at 80% and train travel at 13%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per home, which sits below the regional average. Around 23.7% of workers carry out their duties from home, based on 2021 Census records, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Health indicators show notable difficulties in the suburb of Keperra, based on Districts assessments of mortality patterns and the presence of long-term health issues across both younger and older demographics, though private health insurance uptake is relatively high at approximately 55% of the population, representing about 3,912 individuals.

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The suburb of Keperra reflects cultural diversity metrics that are very close to the metropolitan average, with 81.0% of the population born within Australia, 90.6% holding citizenship, and 89.1% speaking only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, practiced by 50.2% of residents, compared to 47.8% recorded across Greater Brisbane.

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With a median age of 38, the suburb of Keperra has a slightly older profile than Greater Brisbane's median of 36, though it matches the national average of 38 years. The cohort aged 75 to 84 is heavily represented at 8.0% compared to Greater Brisbane, whereas young adults aged 25 to 34 are less common at 12.9%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 15 to 24 has expanded from 11.2% to 12.7% of the population, whereas the group aged 65 to 74 has shrunk from 8.8% to 7.7%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic models point to considerable alterations in the local age profile. The group aged 85 and over is projected to grow by 88%, adding people to reach from a baseline of . This aging trend is prominent, with seniors aged and over accounting for of the projected population growth. By contrast, the cohorts aged to and to are expected to contract.

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Keperra currently has an estimated 450 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 268 children aged 0-2 and 178 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 2% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 16% by 2041 (to approximately 379 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 657. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 11.9 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.