Kleinton (Qld)

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According to ABS population updates for the wider region and new address points verified by Districts subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Kleinton has an estimated residency of approximately 2,266 individuals in May 2026. This represents a growth of 61 residents (2.8%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented 2,205 people. This shift is calculated from a resident base of 2,211, projected by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release and 19 fresh addresses verified since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 170 persons per square kilometer, indicating low-density living and capacity for future expansion. Over the last ten years, the suburb of Kleinton has shown steady demographic gains with a compound annual growth rate of 4.6%, exceeding the local SA3 region. This upward trend was chiefly supported by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 81.0% of the overall population rise in recent times, though natural increase and overseas migration also registered positive contributions.

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The suburb of Kleinton has a highly qualified labor force with solid representation in essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of only 1.6%, derived from Districts aggregations of local statistical boundaries. In March 2026, there are 1,143 employed residents, and the local jobless rate sits 2.3% below the Regional Qld benchmark of 3.9%. Labor participation is notably elevated, reaching 70.6% compared to 64.3% across Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a modest 10.2% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions.

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The suburb of Kleinton records a highly elevated income tier on a national scale, according to the latest ATO statistics compiled by Districts for financial year 2023. Taxpayers in this locality earn a median income of $65,012 and an average income of $78,670, compared to Regional Qld averages of $53,146 and $66,593. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index rise of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $72,397 for the median and $87,607 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual earnings in the suburb of Kleinton place it between the 81st and 82nd national percentiles. The primary income group is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which accounts for 41.5% of residents ( people), reflecting the regional pattern where fall into this bracket. Housing costs consume of income, while strong general earnings position residents in the nd percentile for disposable funds, and the SEIFA index ranks the locality in the th decile for income.

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According to the latest Census, residential structures in the suburb of Kleinton consisted of 92.4% detached houses and 7.6% alternative housing types, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to Regional Qld where detached dwellings made up 76.4% and alternative types comprised 23.6%. The rate of outright home ownership stood at 24.1%, which was lower than the Regional Qld average, while mortgaged properties accounted for 50.6% and rented properties made up 25.3%. The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,925 was considerably higher than the Regional Qld median of $1,655, and the median weekly rent was $408 compared to the regional figure of $345. Locally, mortgage obligations exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national median of $375.

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Families make up the vast majority of households at 86.7%, consisting of couples with children at 45.0%, couples without children at 32.4%, and single-parent homes at 9.2%. Non-family households represent the remaining 13.3%, which includes lone-person households at 12.6% and group shared arrangements at 0.8%. The average household occupancy stands at 3.0 people, exceeding the Regional Qld median of 2.5.

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Attained educational qualifications in the suburb of Kleinton are below regional benchmarks, with 23.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to the Australian average of 30.4%. This differential suggests opportunities for future academic and professional training. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 17.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.7% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 44.5% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 13.8% and certificates at 30.7%.

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Public transport analysis identifies 7 active passenger stops within the suburb of Kleinton, which are served by buses. These stops accommodate 1 distinct route, providing a total of 50 passenger trips per week. Transport access is classified as moderate, with residents living an average of 413 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb of Kleinton, most workers travel out of the area, and private vehicles remain the primary travel method at 98%. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 1.9, which is higher than the regional average. A minor proportion of 10.2% of workers performed their duties from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related patterns.

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Health indicators demonstrate favorable trends for residents in the suburb of Kleinton, with Districts analysis of mortality levels and medical diagnoses showing outcomes consistent with national standards. The rate of common illnesses is low within the general public, though it rises above the national average among older, vulnerable cohorts. Additionally, the rate of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 58% of the population, which equals about 1,322 individuals, compared to 52.5% across Regional Qld.

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The suburb of Kleinton registers lower levels of cultural diversity than average benchmarks, with 89.4% of residents born within Australia, 92.5% holding citizenship, and 94.8% using only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, accounting for 59.9% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of 34 years in the suburb of Kleinton is considerably lower than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national median of 38. Compared to the wider region, the suburb of Kleinton has a greater proportion of residents aged 5 - 14 (16.8%) but a smaller share of individuals aged 55 - 64 (8.4%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 65 to 74 grew from 8.2% to 10.0%, and the 75 to 84 age group expanded from 2.8% to 4.5%. In contrast, the cohort aged 5 to 14 decreased from 18.6% to 16.8%, and the to age range declined from to . By the age structure of the suburb of Kleinton is projected to undergo key transitions. The to demographic is expected to lead this shift, growing by ( people) to reach residents from an initial while the to age bracket is projected to contract by individuals.

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Kleinton currently has an estimated 194 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 67 children aged 0-2 and 45 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 2% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 28% by 2041 (to approximately 248 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 242. Birth rates in the area have averaged 8.4 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.