Kangaroo Point
Apartment living dominates Kangaroo Point, where 87.3% of dwellings are apartments, vacancy is 18.7%, and 62.8% of residents rent. The 9,689-person inner Brisbane suburb is denser and more transient than nearby East Brisbane, with a turnover rate of 47.9% and average household size of 1.8. Its resident base is highly educated, with university attainment at 53.0%, or 22.9 percentage points above the national comparison. Household income sits at the 77.2nd percentile, while the median age of 36 is 4 years below the national figure. This suits renters, professionals and smaller households more than buyers seeking detached family housing.
Population
9,689
Median Age
36.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,058/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
73
Kangaroo Point suits buyers who want an inner-city apartment rather than a detached family home. Apartments account for 87.3% of dwellings, while separate houses make up only 9.6%; the most common format is two bedrooms at 48.3%, followed by 0-1 bedrooms at 23.4%. A listed mortgage repayment measure is $1,950 per month, compared with weekly rent of $450, and mortgage costs equal 21.9% of household income, with no mortgage-stress flag. Ownership is relatively limited at 18.8% outright and 17.6% with a mortgage, while 62.8% rent. Compared with lower-density suburbs, buyers should focus on strata levies, building condition, parking and resale demand by apartment size, because the local market is shaped more by compact dwellings than land value.
For Buyers
Kangaroo Point suits buyers who want an inner-city apartment rather than a detached family home. Apartments account for 87.3% of dwellings, while separate houses make up only 9.6%; the most common format is two bedrooms at 48.3%, followed by 0-1 bedrooms at 23.4%. A listed mortgage repayment measure is $1,950 per month, compared with weekly rent of $450, and mortgage costs equal 21.9% of household income, with no mortgage-stress flag. Ownership is relatively limited at 18.8% outright and 17.6% with a mortgage, while 62.8% rent. Compared with lower-density suburbs, buyers should focus on strata levies, building condition, parking and resale demand by apartment size, because the local market is shaped more by compact dwellings than land value.
For Investors
Investors gain access to a substantial tenant base because 62.8% of Kangaroo Point households rent and the weekly rent measure is $450. The 18.7% vacancy rate is higher than a low-vacancy market, which can lengthen letting periods and increase competition between similar apartments. Rent growth of 12.5% supports recent income momentum, while overseas migration is the primary forecast growth driver. Development activity is also material, with 70 applications recorded over 12 months, including multiple-dwelling and commercial proposals. Compared with a supply-constrained market, this combination creates stronger tenant reach but more exposure to competing stock, while the wider trend of 2.45% annual growth supports a measured rather than speculative strategy.
Development Activity
Total DAs
238
Last 12 Months
73
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+62.2%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Kangaroo Point
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St Joseph's Primary School (Kangaroo Point)
Demographics
Kangaroo Point has a median age of 36, which is 4 years below the national comparison, and university attainment is 53.0%, or 22.9 percentage points above the national figure. Overseas-born residents comprise 36.8%, 15.2 points above the national comparison, helping explain the suburb's international professional profile. Average household size is 1.8, or 0.7 below the national figure, because the apartment-heavy housing stock supports singles and couples without children. English ancestry is reported by 3,365 residents, followed by Irish at 1,414 and Scottish at 1,091. No religion is recorded for 4,294 people compared with 3,976 identifying with Christianity. Turnover is high at 47.9%, so the community is more mobile than an established low-turnover suburb.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
9.6%
Houses
2.4%
Townhouse
87.3%
Apartment
Tenure
Kangaroo Point is defined by compact, renter-oriented housing rather than detached ownership. Apartments comprise 87.3% of dwellings and separate houses only 9.6%, while 62.8% of households rent. Two-bedroom homes are the largest category at 48.3%, with 23.4% containing 0-1 bedrooms and just 6.4% having 4 or more bedrooms. Outright ownership is 18.8% and mortgage ownership is 17.6%, compared with the much larger renting share. Weekly rent is $450, and rent accounts for 21.9% of household income without a flagged rent-stress position. A median house price is not available, so compared with detached-house suburbs, buyers should assess apartment sales by building, bedroom count, body corporate costs and condition rather than relying on a suburb-wide house benchmark.
Mortgage / mo
$1,950
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $450.
$865
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $865 · units $795
HH Size
1.8
Personal Income / wk
$1,172
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
18.7%
Unoccupied
1,077
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.9%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.9%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
19.7%
Couples with children
67.8%
Couples, no children
9.3%
Single parent
2,219
Total families
Economy & Employment
Kangaroo Point has a professional and service-led economy. Professional/Tech is the largest industry at 16.7% or 791 workers, followed by Healthcare at 16.6% or 787, Education at 8.7% or 411, Hospitality at 7.9% or 374, and Construction at 6.8% or 322. The occupation mix is similarly skilled, led by Professionals at 2,148 people and Managers at 989, ahead of Clerical/Admin at 795, Community/Personal at 618 and Trades at 520. Participation is 71.8%, unemployment is 5.0%, and full-time employment is 64.1%. The IEO and IRSAD scores both sit in decile 9, above the middle decile, while IER is decile 2, below it; this split points to strong education and occupational resources alongside a more limited or uneven household asset base. IRSD is also relatively high at decile 8.
Unemployment
5.0%
Labour Force
6,538
Unemployed
324
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
64.1%
Part-time
27.4%
Participation
71.8%
Employed
6,214
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
53.0%
Postgraduate
14.4%
Born Overseas
36.8%
Dwellings
4,665
Transport to Work
Kangaroo Point offers an inner-urban lifestyle shaped by density of 7,264.8 people per square kilometre and an apartment-heavy setting. Car driving is the main reported commute mode at 48.7%, while 7.6% use public transport, 11.8% walk or cycle, and 27.1% work from home. Compared with a car-oriented outer suburb, the combination of walking, cycling and home-based work can reduce daily travel for some residents, although transport needs vary by building and workplace. One named local school is St Joseph's Primary School, a Catholic non-state primary school; families should check enrolment zones and nearby catchments against the exact address. The IRSAD decile of 9 is above the midpoint, supporting strong access to resources. A suburb-specific crime rate is unavailable, so safety decisions should include current police updates and visits at different times.
Drive
48.7%
Public Transport
7.6%
Walk / Cycle
11.8%
Work from Home
27.1%
Population Forecast
+2.45%/yr
(+299 people/yr)
EstablishedKangaroo Point is classified as an established area, but its forecast trend is 2.45% annual growth, higher than a zero-growth outlook. Overseas migration is the primary driver, which aligns with the suburb's 36.8% overseas-born population and compact inner-city housing. Population change across the wider area is forecast at 39.4% over 10 years, while the trajectory is labelled Mixed rather than uniformly accelerating. Gentrification is at the Early signs stage, with a score of 25, and recent rent growth is 12.5%. Affordability improved from 43.9% in 2011 to 38.5% in 2021, although the high 18.7% vacancy rate and 70 development applications may moderate future rental pressure. Compared with a mature, stagnant precinct, the suburb has stronger momentum but uneven signals.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+530
Net Internal / yr
+24
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Strong overseas inflow +530/yr, Accelerating: 17% → 38%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Kangaroo Point compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kangaroo Point a good suburb to live in?
Kangaroo Point can suit residents who prefer inner-city apartment living, professional employment access and smaller households. Apartments make up 87.3% of dwellings, 62.8% of households rent, and average household size is 1.8. The 18.7% vacancy rate may mean more choice for renters, while buyers should assess each building carefully.
What is the median house price in Kangaroo Point?
A reliable median house price is not available for Kangaroo Point in the current figures. The suburb has only 9.6% separate houses and 87.3% apartments, so buyers should compare recent sales by dwelling type, bedroom count and building rather than applying a broad house-price estimate.
What schools are in Kangaroo Point?
One named local school is St Joseph's Primary School, a Catholic non-state school. Families should check the exact enrolment zone and compare nearby catchments because school access can change across a short distance. The suburb's compact housing profile includes 21.9% three-bedroom dwellings, which may suit some family households.
Is Kangaroo Point safe?
A suburb-specific crime rate is not available, so safety should be assessed using current Queensland Police updates and visits at different times. Kangaroo Point has a density of 7,264.8 people per square kilometre and an 18.7% vacancy rate, meaning activity levels can vary between streets, buildings and time periods.
Is Kangaroo Point good for property investment?
Kangaroo Point has strong rental relevance because 62.8% of households rent and weekly rent is $450. However, the 18.7% vacancy rate is high, creating leasing competition. Rent growth of 12.5%, overseas migration and 70 development applications support demand, but investors should allow for competing apartment supply and body corporate costs.
How is Kangaroo Point's population changing?
The suburb has 9,689 residents today, and population change across the wider area is forecast at 39.4% over 10 years. The annual trend is 2.45%, driven primarily by overseas migration. The trajectory is Mixed, while gentrification is at the Early signs stage with a score of 25, so growth is positive but not uniform.
What languages are spoken in Kangaroo Point?
Overseas-born residents account for 36.8% of Kangaroo Point's population. Mandarin is the most recorded non-English language at 102 speakers, followed by Italian at 57, Portuguese at 55, Persian at 38 and Cantonese at 36. The language mix supports a clearly international profile alongside English ancestry recorded for 3,365 residents.
What development is happening in Kangaroo Point?
There were 70 development applications in the past 12 months, covering commercial work, multiple dwellings, plan sealing and design referrals. Some activity also involves a local heritage place and partial demolition. With apartments representing 87.3% of dwellings, buyers and investors should check approvals, construction timing and the effect of future supply on individual buildings.
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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