The Gap (Qld)

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According to the analysis of updated ABS figures for the surrounding region combined with recently validated location data by Districts since the Census, the suburb of The Gap (Brisbane - Qld) has an estimated population of 18,470 as of May 2026. This represents a 6.7% rise, or an additional 1,152 individuals, compared to the 17,318 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment stems from an Estimated Resident Population of 18,459 calculated by Districts using the June 2025 ABS release, alongside 89 newly verified addresses added after the Census. The suburb's density stands at 1,475 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical density across national areas monitored by Districts. While the suburb of The Gap (Brisbane - Qld) recorded a 6.7% increase, this sits within 2.6 percentage points of the 9.3% nationwide average, indicating solid growth characteristics. The main driver of this expansion was net overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 84.0% of the total population growth during recent times.

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Locals present a highly qualified profile with prominent representation in professional occupations, alongside an unemployment rate of just 3.4% based on aggregated local data. Jobholders numbered 9,563 as of March 2026, keeping the local unemployment rate 0.9% lower than the Greater Brisbane benchmark of 4.3%. Meanwhile, the local participation rate of 66.4% is slightly lower than the 70.4% recorded across Greater Brisbane. Census data indicates that 33.8% of employed residents worked from home, although these figures may reflect temporary pandemic restrictions.

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ATO records for the 2023 financial year show that taxpayers in the area had a median income of $64,882 and an average income of $89,560. These figures are high on a national scale and compare to median and average values of $58,236 and $72,799 across Greater Brisbane. Adjusting these values for the 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year yields estimated values of $72,253 for the median and $99,734 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census shows that local personal, family, and household incomes are positioned high nationally, falling between the 81st and 92nd percentiles. The largest income group contains 29.0% of local taxpayers (5,356 individuals) who earn in the $1,500 - range, which is similar to the wider metropolitan region where fall into this bracket. The suburb shows notable wealth, with of households earning more than weekly, which supports high-end local retail. Residents retain of their income after meeting housing costs, indicating substantial disposable income, and the area is positioned in the th decile on the SEIFA index.

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The local housing stock at the latest Census consisted of 92.2% separate houses and 7.8% semi-detached dwellings, terraces, or apartments, compared to 73.5% separate houses and 26.5% other dwelling types across the Brisbane metropolitan area. Outright home ownership stood at 39.4%, which is higher than the Brisbane metro average, while mortgaged properties accounted for 45.3% and rented properties made up 15.3%. The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,253 was higher than the Brisbane metro median of $1,863, and the median weekly rent was $490 compared to the Brisbane metro median of $380. Nationally, local mortgage costs are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national median of $375.

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Families make up 82.9% of households, consisting of couples with children at 44.1%, couples without children at 26.7%, and single parent families at 11.5%. The remaining 17.1% are non-family households, which include lone person households at 15.4% and group households at 1.7%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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The proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications is high compared to broader averages, with 46.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% in QLD and 30.4% nationally. This educational profile positions the community well for professional industries. Bachelor degrees are held by 29.6% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 12.3% and graduate diplomas at 5.0%. Technical and vocational training is also well represented, with 25.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualifications, comprising advanced diplomas at 11.3% and certificates at 14.1%.

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Public transport services in the area include 76 active bus stops. These stops accommodate 8 separate bus routes, which together provide 1,203 weekly trips. The average distance from a dwelling to the nearest stop is 255 meters, indicating good accessibility. Most residents travel outside the suburb for work, with 82% commuting by private vehicle and 10% utilizing buses. Dwellings average 1.6 vehicles, which is higher than the metropolitan average. The 2021 Census recorded that 33.8% of employed residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Health assessments indicate favorable outcomes in the area, based on low chronic illness rates and mortality statistics. The percentage of residents with private health insurance is high, covering approximately 63% of the population (11,578 individuals). This compares to coverage rates of 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%.

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The population shows moderate cultural diversity, with 10.6% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 25.0% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the main religious affiliation, representing 48.9% of the population. Judaism is represented by 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane.

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The median age of 42 years is higher than the Greater Brisbane median of 36 and the Australian median of 38. The 45 - 54 age bracket is larger than the metropolitan average at 16.0% of the population, while the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller at 6.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 12.6% to 15.6%, while the 35 to 44 cohort decreased from 13.7% to 12.6%. Demographic projections suggest the age profile will shift by 2041. The 85 and over cohort is expected to grow by 107%, adding 493 residents to reach 955. Aging trends are expected to continue, with seniors aged and over accounting for of the total projected growth, while declines are anticipated in the to and to cohorts.

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The Gap currently has an estimated 775 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 461 children aged 0-2 and 306 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 9% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 17% by 2041 (to approximately 643 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 2,264. Birth rates in the area have averaged 6.6 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.