Everton Park
At 2,352.8 people per square kilometre, Everton Park packs 10,111 residents into 4.3 square kilometres while retaining a household profile younger than national norms. The median age is 35, five years below the national comparison, and 45.1% hold university qualifications, 15 percentage points above nationally. Household income sits at the 75.5th percentile, helping explain demand from professional and family households. Compared with nearby Stafford and Mitchelton, Everton Park reads as a compact, established north-west market with a strong work-from-home share of 24.8% and a more mixed housing stock than a detached-only suburb.
Population
10,111
Median Age
35.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,018/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
57
Buyers need to compare current sales by dwelling type because a single suburb-wide median house price is not available. The monthly mortgage figure is $1,950, while weekly rent is $420, and mortgage costs equal 22.3% of household income, with the mortgage-stress flag recorded as false. Ownership is split between 25.0% outright and 33.7% mortgaged, while renting is higher at 40.8%. Separate houses account for 60.3%, with 25.2% semi-detached homes and 14.5% apartments. The bedroom mix is led by 3-bedroom homes at 44.9%, followed by 4-plus-bedroom homes at 29.9%, so families have choice. Compared with a detached-only suburb, inspect body-corporate, shared-wall and parking costs carefully.
For Buyers
Buyers need to compare current sales by dwelling type because a single suburb-wide median house price is not available. The monthly mortgage figure is $1,950, while weekly rent is $420, and mortgage costs equal 22.3% of household income, with the mortgage-stress flag recorded as false. Ownership is split between 25.0% outright and 33.7% mortgaged, while renting is higher at 40.8%. Separate houses account for 60.3%, with 25.2% semi-detached homes and 14.5% apartments. The bedroom mix is led by 3-bedroom homes at 44.9%, followed by 4-plus-bedroom homes at 29.9%, so families have choice. Compared with a detached-only suburb, inspect body-corporate, shared-wall and parking costs carefully.
For Investors
Everton Park has a meaningful tenant base: renting accounts for 40.8% of households, higher than outright ownership at 25.0%, and weekly rent is $420. A 6.2% vacancy rate gives renters more choice than a tightly supplied market, so investors should avoid assuming automatic rent growth. Development activity is also material, with 56 applications in 12 months, including multiple-dwelling and subdivision examples that could add competition as well as housing stock. The forecast identifies overseas migration as the primary driver, making tenant demand more resilient where properties suit incoming workers and smaller households. Compare yields across 2-, 3- and 4-plus-bedroom homes before buying.
Development Activity
Total DAs
216
Last 12 Months
57
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+35.7%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Everton Park
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Northside Christian College (Everton Park)
Prince of Peace Lutheran College (Rogers Pde West, Everton Hills)
Everton Park State High School
Everton Park State School
Demographics
Everton Park has a relatively young, educated profile: median age is 35, five years below the national comparison, while university qualification reaches 45.1%, 15 percentage points above nationally. Average household size is 2.4, below the national figure by 0.1, with couples with children representing 42.1% of families and couples without children 37.7%. English ancestry is the largest reported group at 3,941 people, followed by Irish at 1,521 and Scottish at 1,196. Christianity counts 4,845 residents and no religion 4,307. Turnover is 31.0%, but 69.0% stayed at the same address, suggesting both established households and ongoing movement. Compared with nearby Stafford and Mitchelton, this mix supports a family-oriented but professionally qualified local market.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
60.3%
Houses
25.2%
Townhouse
14.5%
Apartment
Tenure
Everton Park is not dominated by one dwelling format. Separate houses make up 60.3%, higher than apartments at 14.5%, while semi-detached homes contribute 25.2%. Three-bedroom dwellings lead at 44.9%, followed by 4-plus-bedroom homes at 29.9% and 2-bedroom homes at 22.5%. Tenure is more renter-heavy than outright ownership, with 40.8% renting, 33.7% paying a mortgage and 25.0% owning outright. The pattern fits a dense 4.3-square-kilometre suburb with 2,352.8 people per square kilometre: families can seek space, while renters and buyers can also consider attached stock. Compared with a detached outer suburb, the mix creates more variation in maintenance, parking and body-corporate costs.
Mortgage / mo
$1,950
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $420.
$700
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $700 · units $650
HH Size
2.4
Personal Income / wk
$1,044
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
6.2%
Unoccupied
276
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.8%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.3%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
42.1%
Couples with children
37.7%
Couples, no children
17.6%
Single parent
2,814
Total families
Economy & Employment
Everton Park's labour market is anchored by healthcare at 18.3% of industry employment, followed by education at 13.2%, professional and technical work at 12.6%, public administration at 11.1% and construction at 8.6%. Professionals are the largest occupation group at 1,749 people, ahead of clerical and administrative workers at 861 and managers at 765. Participation is 73.1%, unemployment 3.7% and full-time work 62.7%, supporting household income at the 75.5th percentile, above the national midpoint. SEIFA is strong overall: IEO decile 8, IRSAD decile 8 and IRSD decile 8, while IER is lower at decile 6. That anomaly suggests educational and broader socioeconomic advantage is stronger than the consistency of economic resources, so earnings capacity is good but not uniform.
Unemployment
3.7%
Labour Force
6,042
Unemployed
225
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
62.7%
Part-time
28.4%
Participation
73.1%
Employed
5,817
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
45.1%
Postgraduate
10.3%
Born Overseas
21.6%
Dwellings
4,130
Transport to Work
Daily life is car-oriented but not entirely car-dependent. About 63.1% drive, compared with 5.7% using public transport and 2.9% walking or cycling, while 24.8% work from home. That pattern suits households with cars and hybrid schedules, but commute convenience should be tested against the exact address. Around Everton Park, the school mix includes 4 options: 2 government schools, including a state school and a state high school, plus 2 independent non-state colleges. Check enrolment zones and travel times rather than inferring quality from proximity. With 2,352.8 people per square kilometre across 4.3 square kilometres and an IRSAD decile of 8, the suburb combines urban density with above-average relative advantage compared with lower-decile areas. Street-level parking and traffic conditions may therefore matter as much as dwelling size.
Drive
63.1%
Public Transport
5.7%
Walk / Cycle
2.9%
Work from Home
24.8%
Population Forecast
+1.52%/yr
(+172 people/yr)
EstablishedEverton Park's trajectory is Rejuvenating rather than static. The annual growth trend is 1.52%, above zero, and population change across the wider area is 20.7% over 10 years. Overseas migration is the primary driver, which should support demand for rentals and adaptable homes as new households arrive. The shift indicators also record rent growth of 23.5%, a 2.2 percentage-point increase in the young share and a 2.8-point fall in the senior share. Current gentrification is at the Early signs stage with a score of 25, so change is visible but not yet a full repositioning. Compared with a no-growth established suburb, the combination of 1.52% annual growth and a rejuvenating trajectory points to continued renewal, while 56 development applications add execution and supply risk.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+136
Net Internal / yr
+46
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +31% since 2011, Accelerating: 7% → 23%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Everton Park compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Everton Park a good suburb to live in?
Everton Park suits households seeking an established Brisbane suburb with a younger-than-national profile. Its median age is 35, household income ranks at the 75.5th percentile, and 24.8% work from home. Car use is high at 63.1%, while public transport is 5.7%, so commute patterns and access to a vehicle should shape the decision.
What is the median house price in Everton Park?
A current suburb-wide median house price is not available. Compare recent settled sales by dwelling type, because 60.3% of homes are separate houses, 25.2% are semi-detached and 14.5% are apartments. The listed mortgage figure is $1,950 monthly, while weekly rent is $420.
What schools are in Everton Park?
The local school mix includes 4 options: 2 government schools, including a state school and a state high school, plus 2 independent non-state colleges. Check enrolment zones against the exact address, since boundaries can differ from suburb boundaries. The 63.1% car-driver share also makes school travel and parking worth checking.
Is Everton Park safe?
A definitive safety rating should not be assumed without checking current incidents for the exact street. Visit at different times and review local police information before deciding. Everton Park covers 4.3 square kilometres and has 2,352.8 people per square kilometre, so traffic, parking and activity can vary between pockets.
Is Everton Park good for property investment?
It can suit investors seeking a substantial renter base, with 40.8% renting and weekly rent at $420. Vacancy is 6.2%, giving tenants more choice than a tightly supplied market, while 56 development applications over 12 months may add both housing stock and competition. Assess yields across 2-, 3- and 4-plus-bedroom properties.
How is Everton Park's population changing?
Everton Park is on a Rejuvenating trajectory. The annual growth trend is 1.52%, population change across the wider area is 20.7% over 10 years, and overseas migration is the primary driver. The current gentrification stage is Early signs with a score of 25, while the young share has increased by 2.2 percentage points.
What development is occurring in Everton Park?
Development activity is visible, with 56 applications recorded over 12 months, including multiple-dwelling commercial use and subdivision activity. This may improve housing choice but can also create construction disruption and future competition for older stock. Check approvals, timing and dwelling mix before buying, particularly where a site is close to your property.
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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