Bellbird Park
At 31, Bellbird Park has a median age 9 years below the national figure, yet its 9,191 residents live at a density of 1,412.2 people per sq km. The profile is strongly family and mortgage-led: 84.1% of dwellings are separate houses, 54.7% have 4 or more bedrooms, and 40.4% are mortgaged. Overseas-born residents account for 32.5%, 10.9 percentage points above the national share, while household income sits at the 61.2 percentile. Compared with nearby Springfield Lakes, Bellbird Park's clearest local markers are its younger age and detached housing concentration, with internal migration helping sustain growth.
Population
9,191
Median Age
31.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,746/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
0
Bellbird Park suits buyers prioritising a large detached home and manageable household commitments over apartment living. Separate houses make up 84.1% of dwellings, while 54.7% contain 4 or more bedrooms and only 0.7% are apartments. The monthly mortgage figure is $1,700, with mortgage costs at 22.5% of household income, higher than the 19.5% rent-to-income measure. Because a current median sale price is not stated, compare recent like-for-like sales and test repayments against the 61.2 household-income percentile. The 40.4% mortgage tenure share also points to a substantial owner-buyer cohort, compared with 14.7% owning outright.
For Buyers
Bellbird Park suits buyers prioritising a large detached home and manageable household commitments over apartment living. Separate houses make up 84.1% of dwellings, while 54.7% contain 4 or more bedrooms and only 0.7% are apartments. The monthly mortgage figure is $1,700, with mortgage costs at 22.5% of household income, higher than the 19.5% rent-to-income measure. Because a current median sale price is not stated, compare recent like-for-like sales and test repayments against the 61.2 household-income percentile. The 40.4% mortgage tenure share also points to a substantial owner-buyer cohort, compared with 14.7% owning outright.
For Investors
Investor conditions are supported by a sizeable rental base, but without a current purchase median, gross yield cannot be judged from rent alone. Renters represent 44.3% of households, higher than the 14.7% outright-owner share, while weekly rent is $340 and vacancy is 6.3%. Rent growth of 23.6% can improve income prospects, while the 0 development count over 12 months reduces immediate new-supply evidence. Internal migration is the primary growth driver and the trend rate is 3.33% annually, above a flat-growth outcome. Check property-level maintenance, tenant demand and competing stock because 84.1% of homes are detached and 15.3% are semi-detached.
Schools in Bellbird Park
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Bellbird Park State Secondary College
Kruger State School
Demographics
Bellbird Park's median age of 31 is 9 years below the national comparison, and its 2.9-person average household is 0.4 above the national figure. Families shape demand: 47.4% of families are couples with children, while one-parent families account for 21.6%. Overseas-born residents make up 32.5%, 10.9 percentage points above the national share; Samoan and Punjabi are the most numerous listed non-English languages at 130 and 117 people. English ancestry is recorded for 2,916 residents, followed by Other at 1,757. Compared with nearby Springfield Lakes, Bellbird Park's clearest demographic signature is a younger, family-sized household base, alongside university attainment of 25.1%, 5 points below the national comparison.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
84.1%
Houses
15.3%
Townhouse
0.7%
Apartment
Tenure
Bellbird Park is dominated by conventional family housing: 84.1% of dwellings are separate houses, 54.7% have 4 or more bedrooms, 32.1% have 3 bedrooms and 15.3% are semi-detached. Apartments account for only 0.7%, so the stock is more detached than attached. Tenure is split between renting at 44.3% and mortgages at 40.4%, while just 14.7% is owned outright. Weekly rent is $340 and monthly mortgage cost is $1,700; rent-to-income is 19.5%, below mortgage-to-income at 22.5%. Compared with nearby Redbank Plains as an alternative search area, buyers should compare street-level age, lot size and dwelling condition rather than assume similar value, because no current median sale price is available.
Mortgage / mo
$1,700
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $340.
$600
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $600 · units $450
HH Size
2.9
Personal Income / wk
$842
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
6.3%
Unoccupied
205
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
19.5%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.5%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
47.4%
Couples with children
29.9%
Couples, no children
21.6%
Single parent
2,367
Total families
Economy & Employment
The local economy is anchored by essential services and practical industries. Healthcare accounts for 20.6% of employment, or 579 people, followed by Education at 10.3% and 291, Public Administration at 8.5% and 240, Manufacturing at 8.4% and 237, and Construction at 7.6% and 213. Participation is 68.0%, unemployment is 6.6%, and 62.5% of workers are full-time. Professionals number 708, Community/Personal roles 642 and Trades 595, indicating a broader base than a single-industry economy. Household income sits at the 61.2 percentile, above the midpoint, while IEO, IRSD and IRSAD are each decile 4 and IER is decile 5, below higher socioeconomic deciles. The gap can reflect active employment before wealth has fully accumulated.
Unemployment
6.6%
Labour Force
4,606
Unemployed
303
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
62.5%
Part-time
28.4%
Participation
68.0%
Employed
4,303
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
25.1%
Postgraduate
5.4%
Born Overseas
32.5%
Dwellings
3,021
Transport to Work
Daily life is car-oriented: 77.1% of residents travel as car drivers, compared with 2.9% using public transport and 1.0% walking or cycling, while 12.7% work from home. That pattern makes access to major roads and local services important, especially for households with 2.9 people on average. Two local government schools provide a basic education presence, covering a state high school and a state school. Check catchments and enrolment rules against the exact address, since boundaries can cross suburb lines. Socioeconomic access sits below the top deciles, with IRSAD and IRSD both at decile 4, IER at 5 and IEO at 4. For safety, check current Queensland Police figures and inspect routes at different times before deciding.
Drive
77.1%
Public Transport
2.9%
Walk / Cycle
1.0%
Work from Home
12.7%
Population Forecast
+3.33%/yr
(+365 people/yr)
EstablishedBellbird Park sits in a strong expansion phase, with forecast trend growth of 3.33% annually and internal migration named as the primary driver. Population change across the wider area is 82.5% over 10 years, above a flat-growth pattern, while the shift trajectory is Mixed rather than uniformly accelerating. The forecast gentrification score is 0 and the stage is New development; a separate shift measure gives a score of 15 and labels the area Not gentrifying. Together, those labels point to growth led by new housing and incoming households rather than premium repositioning. Rent growth of 23.6% has outpaced real income growth of 12.6%, although affordability is marked Improving from 45.2 in 2011 to 40.4 in 2021. Compared with mature suburbs, the opportunity is more expansion-oriented than renovation-led.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Internal Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+97
Net Internal / yr
+148
Gentrification Signal
New development
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Bellbird Park compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bellbird Park a good suburb to live in?
Bellbird Park can suit households wanting detached housing and access to local schools. The median age is 31, 84.1% of dwellings are separate houses and 77.1% commute by car, so it fits family routines better than a walkable apartment district. Compare catchments, traffic and services street by street.
What is the median house price in Bellbird Park?
A current median house price is not stated, so buyers should compare recent sales for similar blocks, bedroom counts and dwelling ages. Bellbird Park has 54.7% of homes with 4 or more bedrooms and 84.1% separate houses, making like-for-like comparisons important. Test the result against the $1,700 monthly mortgage figure and local rent of $340 a week.
What schools are in Bellbird Park?
Bellbird Park has 2 local government schools: a state high school and a state school. Check the exact address against catchment boundaries and confirm enrolment conditions directly, because school access can differ across nearby streets. The suburb's 2.9-person average household and 47.4% couples-with-children share indicate strong family demand.
Is Bellbird Park safe?
Safety should be checked using current Queensland Police information and an inspection at different times of day. Bellbird Park has 77.1% car drivers and only 2.9% public transport users, so road crossings, parking and evening routes may matter as much as the broader suburb view. Compare the exact pocket and street conditions before signing a lease or contract.
Is Bellbird Park good for property investment?
Bellbird Park may suit investors seeking rental demand with growth exposure, but purchase price is needed to calculate yield. Rent is $340 a week, 44.3% of households rent, vacancy is 6.3% and rent growth is 23.6%. Internal migration is the primary driver and forecast growth is 3.33% annually, while a development count of 0 over 12 months suggests checking future competing supply.
How is Bellbird Park's population changing?
Bellbird Park has 9,191 residents today and a median age of 31. Across the wider area, forecast population change is 82.5% over 10 years, with annual trend growth of 3.33% driven primarily by internal migration. The trajectory is Mixed, and the gentrification stage is New development, so change is more likely to reflect incoming households and housing supply than a premium makeover.
What languages are spoken in Bellbird Park?
Overseas-born residents account for 32.5%, above the national comparison. The most numerous listed languages are Samoan, spoken by 130 people, Punjabi by 117 and Hindi by 49. Malayalam accounts for 32 people and Portuguese for 25. Residents can check local schools, services and community groups for language assistance.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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