Parrearra (Qld)

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Analysis of ABS demographic updates for the wider region, alongside recent address validation by Districts, indicates that the suburb of Parrearra has an estimated population of 4,356 as of May 2026. This represents a decline of 305 individuals (6.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,661 residents. This trend is derived from a resident count of 4,246 estimated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 24 newly confirmed addresses since the Census. The current population level translates to 1,800 persons per square kilometer, a density that exceeds the typical benchmark across assessed national locations. Interstate migration was the primary driver of growth in the area, accounting for roughly 54.0% of recent population gains.

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The suburb of Parrearra has a highly skilled labor pool, with a strong showing in essential services and a low unemployment rate of 3.1%, according to aggregated local statistics. As of March 2026, there are 1,832 employed residents, with the jobless rate tracking 0.8% below the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, while labor force participation is notably lower at 50.1% versus 64.3% regionally. Census returns show that a moderate 19.7% of the workforce operated from home, though this may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions.

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The suburb of Parrearra registers income levels that exceed the national benchmark, based on aggregated ATO statistics from the 2023 financial year. Taxpayers here record a median income of $49,584 and an average of $71,323, compared to $53,146 and $66,593 for Regional Qld. Adjusted for Wage Price Index expansion of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, estimated figures would reach roughly $55,217 for the median and $79,425 for the average by March 2026. In contrast, Census indicators show that household, family, and individual incomes are moderate, placing between the 33rd and 43rd percentiles. The largest local bracket consists of 26.9% of residents earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (1,171 individuals), matching regional patterns where 31.7% fall into this group. Housing costs represent a significant burden, leaving residents with only of their income, which ranks in the st percentile, while the SEIFA income metric places the locality in the th decile.

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Residential architecture in the suburb of Parrearra at the time of the last Census consisted of 55.4% standalone houses and 44.7% alternative dwellings such as townhouses and apartments, compared to Regional Qld where houses make up 76.4% and alternative dwellings constitute 23.6%. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Parrearra were notably higher than the regional average at 45.7%, with the remaining properties divided between those with mortgages (27.6%) and rental agreements (26.7%). The median monthly home loan payment was recorded at $2,000, which is higher than the Regional Qld median of $1,655, while the median weekly rental cost was $490 compared to $345 regionally. Locally, mortgage costs exceed the national average of $1,863, and rent prices are significantly higher than the Australian median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 69.2%, which is composed of couples with children at 22.6%, couples without children at 36.9%, and single parent households at 9.0%. The remaining 30.8% consists of non-family living arrangements, where single-person households account for 28.1% and group households represent 2.8% of the total. The median household occupancy stands at 2.2 individuals, which is lower than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Attainment of formal qualifications in the suburb of Parrearra is lower than regional averages, with 25.4% of residents aged 15 and older holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference suggests opportunities for further skills development. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 17.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.9%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 37.5% of the population aged 15 and older holding qualifications in these fields, consisting of advanced diplomas at 13.4% and certificate level credentials at 24.1%.

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Public transport connectivity is supported by 13 active transit stops in the suburb of Parrearra, utilizing bus services. These stops are serviced by 7 separate routes that generate 1,124 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 292 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the locality, most workers commute outside the area, and private vehicles remain the primary travel option at 94%. Households average 1.2 vehicles, which is lower than the regional average. Census data from 2021 indicates that 19.7% of working residents worked from home, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Health indicators in the suburb of Parrearra show favorable outcomes across all age groups, based on mortality rates and the prevalence of long-term health issues. The rate of private health insurance coverage is notably high, representing approximately 55% of the population (around 2,415 individuals), compared to 52.5% across Regional Qld.

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Cultural diversity in the suburb of Parrearra matches regional averages, with 75.0% of the population born in Australia, 87.6% holding citizenship, and 93.9% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 54.7% of residents. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld.

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With a median age of 52, the suburb of Parrearra has a significantly older population than Regional Qld at 41 and the national average of 38. Residents aged 75 to 84 are strongly represented at 13.1% compared to Regional Qld, while the 25 to 34 age group is less common at 6.8%. The proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 is also higher than the national figure of 6.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket grew from 9.2% to 11.8% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 11.7% to 13.1%. In contrast, the 5 to cohort decreased from to , and the to cohort fell from to . Demographic modeling indicates the age profile of the suburb of Parrearra will change by with the to group projected to grow by people () from to . Over s will account for of total population growth, reflecting an aging population. The to cohort is projected to grow by a modest ( people).

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Parrearra currently has an estimated 161 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 124 children aged 0-2 and 83 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 4% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 24% by 2041 (to approximately 199 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 378. Birth rates in the area have averaged 9.0 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.