Granville
An older, detached-home suburb with 2,532 residents, Granville has a median age of 48, which is 8 years above the national comparison. Separate houses account for 88.5% of dwellings, while 29.6% of households rent and 42.9% own outright. Household income sits at the 11.3 percentile, helping explain the area's established, lower-income profile and reliance on practical housing. Its 214.4 residents per square kilometre supports a spacious feel across 11.81 square kilometres. The housing pattern contrasts with nearby Maryborough's more central urban role, so buyers should compare both locations for services and access.
Local council: Fraser Coast
Population
2,532
Median Age
48.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$960/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
7
Homebuyers are choosing a predominantly detached market rather than an apartment-led one: 88.5% of dwellings are separate houses and 11.5% are semi-detached. Three-bedroom homes make up 56.1%, with 4-plus-bedroom dwellings at 23.0%, so the stock is suited to households needing space. The monthly mortgage figure is $1,044 and weekly rent is $239; mortgage-to-income is 25.1% versus rent-to-income at 24.9%. Because 42.9% own outright, compared with 27.1% paying a mortgage, the suburb may appeal to buyers seeking established streets and conventional homes, though a current median price is unavailable.
For Buyers
Homebuyers are choosing a predominantly detached market rather than an apartment-led one: 88.5% of dwellings are separate houses and 11.5% are semi-detached. Three-bedroom homes make up 56.1%, with 4-plus-bedroom dwellings at 23.0%, so the stock is suited to households needing space. The monthly mortgage figure is $1,044 and weekly rent is $239; mortgage-to-income is 25.1% versus rent-to-income at 24.9%. Because 42.9% own outright, compared with 27.1% paying a mortgage, the suburb may appeal to buyers seeking established streets and conventional homes, though a current median price is unavailable.
For Investors
Granville's rental case is income-led rather than price-led because a median house price is unavailable, preventing a reliable gross-yield calculation. Weekly rent is $239, with 29.6% of dwellings rented, but the 8.7% vacancy rate is above the level associated with a tightly supplied market. Compared with lower-vacancy areas, landlords may need to allow for longer leasing periods. Growth is forecast at 1.58% annually and is driven by overseas migration, while 7 development matters in 12 months suggest modest project activity. Detached housing can support family demand, but vacancy should be watched.
Development Activity
Total DAs
11
Last 12 Months
7
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+600.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Granville
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Granville State School
Demographics
Granville's median age of 48 is 8 years above the national comparison, while just 8.0% of residents were born overseas, 13.6 percentage points below the national figure. University attainment is 10.0%, or 20.1 points below national, and average household size is 2.3, 0.2 below national. English ancestry is recorded for 1,107 people, ahead of German at 274, Scottish at 248 and Irish at 237. Christianity counts 1,201 people and no religion 1,061. This older, Anglo-leaning pattern helps explain the 45.5% share of couples without children and the 76.7% who stayed at the same address, compared with a more mobile, younger profile.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
88.5%
Houses
11.5%
Townhouse
0.0%
Apartment
Tenure
Granville's housing stock is built around conventional family homes: 88.5% are separate houses, higher than the 11.5% semi-detached share. Three-bedroom dwellings account for 56.1%, while 23.0% have 4 or more bedrooms and 16.9% have 2 bedrooms. Tenure is relatively settled, with 42.9% owned outright, 27.1% mortgaged and 29.6% rented. The $239 weekly rent and $1,044 monthly mortgage figure sit alongside rent-to-income of 24.9% and mortgage-to-income of 25.1%, with neither flagged as stress. Compared with higher-density markets, this mix should suit buyers prioritising land and space, although the 8.7% vacancy rate points to softer rental tightness.
Mortgage / mo
$1,044
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $239.
$550
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $550 · units $380
HH Size
2.3
Personal Income / wk
$488
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
8.7%
Unoccupied
96
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
24.9%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
25.1%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
31.7%
Couples with children
45.5%
Couples, no children
20.0%
Single parent
679
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is Granville's leading industry at 24.3% of workers, or 104 people, followed by manufacturing at 11.9% and 51, education at 11.4% and 49, construction at 9.1% and 39, and public administration at 7.2% and 31. The largest occupation groups are community/personal services with 143 workers, labourers 125, trades 109, clerical/admin 100 and professionals 84. Unemployment is 12.3%, participation is 41.6% and full-time work is 52.5%. Compared with national household incomes, the 11.3 percentile ranking is low; IEO is decile 1, IER decile 2, and both IRSD and IRSAD are decile 1. Those results point to constrained education, income and advantage, even as healthcare provides a substantial employment base.
Unemployment
12.3%
Labour Force
881
Unemployed
108
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
52.5%
Part-time
37.4%
Participation
41.6%
Employed
773
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
10.0%
Postgraduate
1.1%
Born Overseas
8.0%
Dwellings
1,005
Transport to Work
Daily life is strongly car-oriented: 80.8% travel as car drivers, compared with 0.5% using public transport and 3.6% walking or cycling. Work-from-home is 5.3%, so access to a vehicle is more important than in a transit-led suburb. Granville State School is the named local government school, giving families 1 local option; enrolment zones should be checked against the exact address. Volunteering is 15.2%, while 13.5% need assistance, and IRSAD sits in decile 1. Compared with higher-decile areas, services and transport planning deserve closer attention, especially for households without cars.
Drive
80.8%
Public Transport
0.5%
Walk / Cycle
3.6%
Work from Home
5.3%
Growth Outlook
Granville is classed as an established area, with forecast growth of 1.58% a year driven primarily by overseas migration. The shift trajectory is "Declining young": the young share has fallen 3.3 percentage points while the senior share has risen 1.0 point. Across the wider area, population change is 27.5% over 10 years, and rent growth has reached 31.2%, with the affordability trend marked as Improving from 80.8 in 2011 to 66.8 in 2021. Gentrification is at the "Early signs" stage with a score of 20. Compared with a growth corridor, Granville's momentum is steadier, but overseas migration can refresh demand as the resident base ages.
Population trend: Fraser Coast council area
Granville sits in the Fraser Coast council area. These are the council area's residents, not Granville's.
Residents 2025
122,924
Growth, 5 yr average
+2.3%/yr
2020 to 2025
Growth, last year
+2.1%
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 Granville compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Granville a good suburb to live in?
Granville can suit buyers seeking established detached housing and a car-based setting. Median age is 48, 88.5% of dwellings are separate houses, and 80.8% commute as car drivers. Compare the exact street, school catchment and transport needs with nearby Maryborough before committing.
What is the median house price in Granville?
A current median house price is not stated for Granville. Compare recent sales by dwelling type and address; 88.5% of homes are separate houses, while the weekly rent is $239. Mortgage costs are listed at $1,044 per month, which can help frame borrowing discussions.
What schools are in Granville?
Granville State School is the named local government option in the suburb. Families should confirm the catchment for the exact address and check current enrolment requirements, as school access can change across 11.81 square kilometres and nearby Maryborough locations may have different zones.
Is Granville safe?
Check current Queensland Police crime mapping and recent local incident patterns before deciding. Granville has 2,532 residents across 11.81 square kilometres, so street-level conditions can vary. Inspect the immediate area at different times and ask local agents or residents about lighting, traffic and evening activity.
Is Granville good for property investment?
Granville requires a cautious investment assessment. Weekly rent is $239 and 29.6% of dwellings are rented, but vacancy is 8.7%, which is higher than a tightly supplied market. Forecast growth is 1.58% annually, driven by overseas migration, and 7 development matters were recorded over 12 months.
How is Granville's population changing?
Granville's current population is 2,532. Growth across the wider area is forecast at 1.58% annually, driven by overseas migration, while population change over 10 years is 27.5%. The "Declining young" trajectory and a 3.3% fall in the young share point to an ageing profile.
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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