Dutton Park
At 2,291.7 residents per square kilometre, Dutton Park is a highly compact suburb with 2,134 people across just 0.93 square kilometres. Its 57.3% apartment share helps explain why renting reaches 63.2%, while only 15.8% own their homes outright. Residents are relatively young at a median age of 33, which is 7 years below the national comparison, and 59.0% have university qualifications, 28.9 percentage points above the national figure. Overseas-born residents account for 35.3%, also 13.7 points above national levels. Compared with nearby Woolloongabba and Annerley, Dutton Park reads as a compact, renter-led inner-suburban profile.
Local council: Brisbane
Population
2,134
Median Age
33.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,739/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
15
Dutton Park suits buyers comfortable with apartment-led housing rather than a predominantly detached-house market. Apartments account for 57.3% of dwellings, compared with 42.0% separate houses, and smaller formats are common: 29.2% have 0 or 1 bedroom and 28.1% have 2 bedrooms. Mortgage costs are a key consideration, with a monthly benchmark of $2,368 and mortgage-to-income pressure at 31.4%, above the 22.4% rent-to-income measure. A suburb-wide median house price is not available, so buyers should compare like-for-like sales by dwelling type. The compact stock suits singles and smaller households because the average household has 2.3 people.
For Buyers
Dutton Park suits buyers comfortable with apartment-led housing rather than a predominantly detached-house market. Apartments account for 57.3% of dwellings, compared with 42.0% separate houses, and smaller formats are common: 29.2% have 0 or 1 bedroom and 28.1% have 2 bedrooms. Mortgage costs are a key consideration, with a monthly benchmark of $2,368 and mortgage-to-income pressure at 31.4%, above the 22.4% rent-to-income measure. A suburb-wide median house price is not available, so buyers should compare like-for-like sales by dwelling type. The compact stock suits singles and smaller households because the average household has 2.3 people.
For Investors
Dutton Park has a clear renter-majority profile, with 63.2% of occupied dwellings rented compared with 15.8% owned outright and 19.5% under mortgage. The weekly rent is $390, while the 8.1% vacancy rate calls for caution because a large tenant pool does not automatically mean tight leasing conditions. Rent-to-income pressure is 22.4%, lower than mortgage pressure at 31.4%, which may support relative rental affordability for some households. Overseas migration is the primary growth driver and could help sustain tenant demand. Fourteen development applications in 12 months create a pipeline worth monitoring, although investors should assess each project's dwelling impact rather than count alone.
Development Activity
Total DAs
63
Last 12 Months
15
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+36.4%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Dutton Park
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St Ita's Regional Primary School (Dutton Park)
Dutton Park State School
Demographics
Dutton Park has a young resident base, with a median age of 33, which is 7 years below the national comparison. University qualifications reach 59.0%, or 28.9 percentage points above the national figure, while the overseas-born share is 35.3%, 13.7 points above national levels. The average household size is 2.3 people, 0.2 below the national comparison, consistent with the suburb's apartment-heavy housing and high renter share. English, Irish and Scottish are the leading reported ancestries at 643, 293 and 238 people, followed by Chinese at 161. No religion is the largest reported affiliation at 1,047 people, above Christianity at 707. Compared with nearby Woolloongabba and Annerley, Dutton Park's profile is notably young, mobile and internationally connected, with 38.4% turnover and 61.6% staying at the same address.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
42.0%
Houses
0.7%
Townhouse
57.3%
Apartment
Tenure
Dutton Park's housing is shaped by a very small 0.93 square kilometre footprint and density of 2,291.7 residents per square kilometre. Apartments represent 57.3% of dwellings, higher than the 42.0% separate-house share, while semi-detached housing is only 0.7%. The bedroom mix reinforces this compact pattern: 29.2% of dwellings have 0 or 1 bedroom, 28.1% have 2 bedrooms, 19.7% have 3 bedrooms and 23.0% have 4 or more. Renting is dominant at 63.2%, compared with 15.8% owned outright and 19.5% with a mortgage. This tenure pattern reflects the concentration of smaller apartments and makes Dutton Park different from a detached-house-led market. Weekly rent is $390, while the monthly mortgage benchmark is $2,368.
Mortgage / mo
$2,368
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $390.
$750
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $750 · units $800
HH Size
2.3
Personal Income / wk
$806
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
8.1%
Unoccupied
77
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.4%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
31.4% stressed
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
37.8%
Couples with children
42.4%
Couples, no children
15.1%
Single parent
490
Total families
Economy & Employment
Dutton Park's employment base is concentrated in healthcare at 21.6% or 195 workers, education at 15.1% or 136, professional and technical services at 13.9% or 125, public administration at 8.0% or 72, and hospitality at 6.3% or 57. Professionals lead occupations at 455 people, followed by community and personal service workers at 148 and managers at 133. The labour force totals 1,237, with a 66.5% participation rate, 56.5% full-time employment and 7.0% unemployment. Personal weekly income is $806 and household income is $1,739, placing household income at the 61.0 percentile. SEIFA results show an uneven position: education and occupation sits in decile 9, economic resources in decile 3, disadvantage in decile 7 and advantage in decile 8. This contrast reflects strong qualifications and professional work alongside a renter-heavy housing base.
Unemployment
7.0%
Labour Force
1,237
Unemployed
87
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
56.5%
Part-time
31.6%
Participation
66.5%
Employed
1,150
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
59.0%
Postgraduate
20.1%
Born Overseas
35.3%
Dwellings
872
Transport to Work
Dutton Park's compact 0.93 square kilometre footprint and density of 2,291.7 residents per square kilometre support an urban, low-distance lifestyle. Walking and cycling account for 16.3% of travel, public transport for 11.3% and car driving for 39.1%, while 28.2% work from home. Compared with car travel, the combined active and public transport shares point to useful alternatives for some trips, although exact access depends on the address. Two local schools span Government and Catholic non-state sectors, giving families more than one sector option; enrolment zones should be checked against the exact street address. Social conditions are relatively advantaged overall, with IRSAD in decile 8 and IEO in decile 9, both above the middle of the national distribution. Street-level checks remain important for lighting, traffic and building security.
Drive
39.1%
Public Transport
11.3%
Walk / Cycle
16.3%
Work from Home
28.2%
Growth Outlook
Dutton Park's annual growth trend is 1.28%, with overseas migration identified as the primary driver. Population change across the wider area runs at 24.3% over 10 years, while the trajectory is labelled Mixed rather than uniformly accelerating. The suburb also recorded a 2.0% COVID dip and a 6.7% recovery, indicating that earlier disruption was followed by renewed momentum. Gentrification signals are present but still developing: the gentrification score is 20 and the stage is Early signs. A separate shift measure records a score of 61 and an Active stage, so the direction is better read as gradual change than a completed transformation. Rent growth of 25.0% adds pressure, even as the affordability trend is labelled Improving.
Population trend: Brisbane council area
Dutton Park sits in the Brisbane council area. These are the council area's residents, not Dutton Park's.
Residents 2025
1,375,301
Growth, 5 yr average
+1.7%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+1.6%
2024 to 2025
ABS Estimated Resident Population by LGA, 30 June each year; council area, not this suburb
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Dutton Park compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dutton Park a good suburb to live in?
Dutton Park suits residents who value a compact, apartment-heavy setting and access to urban services. It has 2,134 residents, density of 2,291.7 per square kilometre and a 16.3% walking and cycling share. Renting is higher than outright ownership, at 63.2% versus 15.8%, so the suburb may suit renters more than buyers seeking detached-house stock.
What is the median house price in Dutton Park?
A suburb-wide median house price is not available. Buyers should compare recent like-for-like sales because 57.3% of dwellings are apartments and 42.0% are separate houses. The $390 weekly rent provides a current housing reference rather than a sale-price substitute, and dwelling type will have a larger effect than postcode alone.
What schools are in Dutton Park?
Dutton Park has 2 local schools spanning Government and Catholic non-state sectors: Dutton Park State School and St Ita's Regional Primary School. Confirm catchment boundaries and enrolment requirements for the exact address, as access can differ between nearby streets. The sector mix is broader than a single-school option.
Is Dutton Park safe?
Assess safety at street level by checking recent incident patterns, lighting, traffic conditions and building security before choosing a home. Dutton Park covers only 0.93 square kilometres but has density of 2,291.7 residents per square kilometre, so conditions may vary more by block than by postcode. Compare the exact street and property setting rather than relying on a suburb-wide impression.
Is Dutton Park good for property investment?
Dutton Park has a renter-majority profile, with 63.2% renting and weekly rent of $390. The 8.1% vacancy rate warrants caution, even though overseas migration is the main growth driver. Fourteen development applications were recorded over 12 months. Rent-to-income pressure is 22.4%, lower than mortgage pressure at 31.4%, but investors should assess supply and vacancy by dwelling type.
How is Dutton Park's population changing?
Growth is positive but mixed. The annual trend is 1.28%, and population change across the wider area is 24.3% over 10 years, driven primarily by overseas migration. The area also recovered 6.7% after a 2.0% COVID dip. Compared with a static established suburb, these figures point to continuing change, although the trajectory is not uniformly strong.
What languages are spoken in Dutton Park?
Mandarin and Greek are the most frequently reported listed languages, at 40 and 38 people respectively. Canton is reported by 19 people and Italian by 13. Mandarin is spoken by more residents than Greek, while the overseas-born share is 35.3%, or 13.7 percentage points above the national comparison.
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).
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