Durack
Vietnamese ancestry (1,554) rivals English (1,635) as the largest ethnic group, making Durack one of Brisbane's most culturally layered suburbs, yet household incomes sit in just the 28th percentile nationally. The 9.8% unemployment rate, more than double the national average, coexists with a healthcare sector that employs 23.8% of working residents. SEIFA IRSAD decile 2 confirms deep socio-economic disadvantage, but the suburb recovered fully from a 2.2% COVID population dip and is growing at 1.36% annually through overseas migration (+135/year).
Population
7,788
Median Age
39.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,264/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
10
Median House
$433K
Estimated from rent (2025)
At an estimated $433,000, Durack offers one of Brisbane's lowest entry points within 15 km of the CBD. Mortgage repayments of $1,517/month consume 27.7% of income, just under the 30% threshold, but household incomes in the 28th percentile mean there is minimal buffer. Detached houses make up 67.9% of stock, with semi-detached at 29.0%. Three schools serve the suburb: Australian International Islamic College (Combined, ICSEA 971, 1,573 enrolled) is the largest. Nine-point-eight percent of dwellings are studios or 1-bedrooms, higher than typical for outer suburbs.
For Buyers
At an estimated $433,000, Durack offers one of Brisbane's lowest entry points within 15 km of the CBD. Mortgage repayments of $1,517/month consume 27.7% of income, just under the 30% threshold, but household incomes in the 28th percentile mean there is minimal buffer. Detached houses make up 67.9% of stock, with semi-detached at 29.0%. Three schools serve the suburb: Australian International Islamic College (Combined, ICSEA 971, 1,573 enrolled) is the largest. Nine-point-eight percent of dwellings are studios or 1-bedrooms, higher than typical for outer suburbs.
For Investors
The 38.4% renting rate is high, but the 7.3% vacancy rate suggests oversupply relative to demand. Weekly rent of $350 on a $433,000 estimated median produces approximately 4.2% gross yield, competitive for Brisbane. The COVID recovery (full rebound from a 2.2% dip) and ongoing growth at 1.36% annually provide a demand floor. Ten development applications in 12 months indicate modest supply additions. The gentrification score of 20 (Early signs) suggests the demographic is beginning to shift, with population up 30% since 2011.
Development Activity
Total DAs
45
Last 12 Months
10
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+42.9%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Durack iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Australian International Islamic College
Prep-12 · 1573 students
Durack State School
Prep-6 · 642 students
Glenala State High School
7-12 · 1133 students
Demographics
The median age of 39 is 1 year below the national median, but the most striking feature is the cultural mix: Vietnamese (1,554), English (1,635), and a large unclassified Other group (1,726) create a suburb where no single ancestry dominates. Born-overseas at 49.2% is 27.6 percentage points above the national average. Punjabi (88), Arabic (62), and Samoan (57) are the top non-English languages, indicating Pacific and South Asian migration streams alongside the Vietnamese community. University attainment at 32.6% is 2.5 percentage points above the national average.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
67.9%
Houses
29.0%
Townhouse
2.0%
Apartment
Tenure
Detached houses (67.9%) and semi-detached (29.0%) dominate, with apartments at just 2.0%. Three-bedroom homes make up 44.1%, and 4+ bedrooms account for 30.3%. Ownership is nearly equally split: 30.4% outright, 31.2% mortgaged, 38.4% renting. Mortgage stress sits at 27.7%, just below the threshold. The 21.3% turnover rate indicates moderate residential stability. The 7.3% vacancy rate is above the healthy 3% benchmark, suggesting some rental stock is sitting empty despite the large renter population.
Mortgage / mo
$1,517
Rent / wk
$350
HH Size
2.6
Personal Income / wk
$597
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
7.3%
Unoccupied
220
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
27.7%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
27.7%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
21.4%
Couples, no children
6,028
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare at 23.8% of employment is nearly 2.5x the national average, reflecting proximity to Inala and southern Brisbane health facilities. Education (10.7%) and manufacturing (9.8%) follow. The occupation structure is blue-collar leaning: labourers (503) outnumber professionals (477), with machinery/drivers (337) forming a substantial segment. Unemployment at 9.8% is well above the national average. The participation rate of 48.2% means over half of adults are outside the labour force. SEIFA IRSAD decile 2 confirms Durack sits in the bottom 20% nationally for socio-economic advantage.
Unemployment
4.9%
Labour Force
4,249
Unemployed
208
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
62.9%
Part-time
27.3%
Participation
48.2%
Employed
2,760
Occupations
Top Industries
University
32.6%
Postgraduate
7.6%
Born Overseas
49.2%
Dwellings
2,810
Transport to Work
Three schools serve Durack: Australian International Islamic College (Independent, Combined, ICSEA 971, 1,573 enrolled), Durack State School (Government, Primary, ICSEA 934, 642 enrolled), and Glenala State High School (Government, Secondary, ICSEA 908, 1,133 enrolled). All ICSEA scores are below the national median of 1000. Public transport usage at 6.1% is modest, with 82.9% driving. Need for assistance at 8.5% (628 people) is above the national average. Buddhism (908) and Islam (689) together outnumber Christianity (3,368) when combined, reflecting the diverse faith profile.
Drive
82.9%
Public Transport
6.1%
Walk / Cycle
0.9%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.36%/yr
(+120 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation is projected to grow from 8,813 in 2025 to 9,657 by 2031, adding 120 people annually at 1.36%, close to the national average. Overseas migration (+135/year) drives growth while internal migration is near-neutral (-13/year). The suburb recovered fully from a 2.2% COVID dip (8,539 to 8,354 and back to 8,739). Over the past decade, population grew 26.0%. The trajectory is classified as Mixed: young share declined 1.1 percentage points while senior share rose 2.7 percentage points. Real income grew just 1.0% over the decade, barely keeping pace with inflation.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+135
Net Internal / yr
-13
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +30% since 2011, COVID recovered (-2% dip → full recovery)
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Durack compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Durack a good suburb to live in?
Durack offers affordable entry at an estimated $433,000 within 15 km of Brisbane CBD, with 67.9% detached housing stock. The suburb is culturally diverse with 49.2% born overseas. Trade-offs include 9.8% unemployment, SEIFA decile 2 disadvantage rating, and school ICSEA scores all below the national median of 1000 (range 908-971).
What is the median house price in Durack?
The rent-derived estimate is $433,000 (2025). Mortgage repayments of $1,517/month consume 27.7% of household income, just below the 30% stress threshold. Household income at the 28th percentile nationally means limited financial buffer for price increases.
What schools are in Durack?
Three schools serve the suburb: Australian International Islamic College (Independent, Combined, ICSEA 971, 1,573 enrolled), Durack State School (Government, Primary, ICSEA 934, 642 enrolled), and Glenala State High School (Government, Secondary, ICSEA 908, 1,133 enrolled). All score below the national ICSEA median of 1000.
Is Durack safe?
Suburb-level crime data is not available for Durack in the current dataset. The SEIFA IRSD decile of 2 places it in the bottom 20% nationally for disadvantage, which statistically correlates with higher crime rates than average. The 9.8% unemployment rate is also a risk indicator.
Is Durack good for property investment?
Gross yield of approximately 4.2% ($350/week on $433,000) is competitive, but the 7.3% vacancy rate is above the healthy benchmark. Population growth of 1.36% annually and full COVID recovery are positive signals. The gentrification score of 20 (Early signs) hints at potential upside, but the SEIFA decile 2 profile limits near-term capital growth.
How is Durack's population changing?
Population grew 26.0% over the past decade and is forecast to reach 9,657 by 2031 from 8,813 in 2025. Overseas migration adds +135 people annually, making it the sole growth driver. The suburb fully recovered from a 2.2% COVID dip. The senior share rose 2.7 percentage points, indicating gradual aging.
What languages are spoken in Durack?
With 49.2% born overseas (27.6pp above the national average), Durack is highly multilingual. Vietnamese ancestry (1,554) nearly matches English (1,635). The top non-English languages are Punjabi (88), Arabic (62), Samoan (57), Mandarin (51), and Sinhalese (44), reflecting Pacific, South Asian, and Southeast Asian migration.
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 Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), 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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