Kuraby
With 53.2% of residents born overseas and 53.5% holding university degrees, Kuraby punches well above the national average on both diversity and education (23.4 percentage points higher than the national university rate). The median age of 34 sits 6 years below the national figure, reflecting a young, family-oriented population where 70.9% of homes have 4 or more bedrooms. Despite strong qualifications, household incomes land in the 81st percentile nationally, a gap that likely reflects the suburb's concentration in healthcare (21.3%) and education (11.5%) rather than higher-paying corporate sectors.
Population
8,737
Median Age
34.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,136/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
14
Median House
$537K
Estimated from rent (2025)
Kuraby's estimated median house price of $537,000 sits in affordable territory for Brisbane's south, with mortgage repayments around $2,100/month consuming roughly 22.7% of household income, well below the 30% stress threshold. The housing stock is overwhelmingly detached (86.3% separate houses), and 70.9% of dwellings have 4+ bedrooms, making it one of the larger-home suburbs in the corridor. With 40.6% of residents on mortgages compared to 34.2% owning outright, the suburb attracts active buyers rather than settled retirees. The 3.0% vacancy rate is tighter than the Brisbane average, suggesting steady demand.
For Buyers
Kuraby's estimated median house price of $537,000 sits in affordable territory for Brisbane's south, with mortgage repayments around $2,100/month consuming roughly 22.7% of household income, well below the 30% stress threshold. The housing stock is overwhelmingly detached (86.3% separate houses), and 70.9% of dwellings have 4+ bedrooms, making it one of the larger-home suburbs in the corridor. With 40.6% of residents on mortgages compared to 34.2% owning outright, the suburb attracts active buyers rather than settled retirees. The 3.0% vacancy rate is tighter than the Brisbane average, suggesting steady demand.
For Investors
Rental yields in Kuraby reflect a balanced market: $400/week median rent with 25.2% of the population renting and a 3.2% vacancy rate, tighter than many comparable outer-ring suburbs. The 15 development applications in the past 12 months signal modest activity, mostly design and siting referrals rather than large-scale projects. Overseas migration drives population growth at +215 persons annually, offsetting a net internal outflow of 168 per year. This migration pattern sustains rental demand, particularly from newly arrived families. The population is projected to reach approximately 10,431 by 2031, growing at 1.35% annually.
Development Activity
Total DAs
42
Last 12 Months
14
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+133.3%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Kuraby iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
Kuraby State School
Prep-6 · 359 students
Demographics
Kuraby stands out as a migrant-majority suburb, with 53.2% born overseas, 31.6 percentage points above the national average. Chinese ancestry (1,426 residents) leads after the catch-all 'Other' category, followed by English (1,314) and Indian (1,070). Mandarin (413 speakers), Urdu (329), and Punjabi (201) are the top non-English languages. Islam (2,799 adherents) narrowly edges out Christianity (2,581) as the most common religion, an unusual pattern compared to most Australian suburbs. The university qualification rate of 53.5% is 23.4 points above the national median, suggesting a skilled migrant intake rather than domestic graduate settlement.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
86.3%
Houses
13.6%
Townhouse
0.1%
Apartment
Tenure
The housing landscape is dominated by detached houses (86.3%), with semi-detached at 13.6% and apartments virtually absent at 0.1%. This skew toward large, separate homes means 70.9% of dwellings have 4+ bedrooms, ranking Kuraby among Brisbane's most spacious suburbs by bedroom count. Ownership is split between outright owners (34.2%) and mortgage holders (40.6%), with renters at 25.2%. At an estimated median of $537,000, prices remain accessible compared to inner Brisbane, though the rent-to-income ratio of 18.7% suggests renters here face relatively low housing stress compared to the state average.
Mortgage / mo
$2,100
Rent / wk
$400
HH Size
3.3
Personal Income / wk
$740
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
3.2%
Unoccupied
86
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
18.7%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.7%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
16.9%
Couples, no children
7,844
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare dominates Kuraby's employment at 21.3% (612 workers), more than double the share of the next sector, Education at 11.5%. Professional/Tech (10.1%), Retail (7.3%), and Transport (7.2%) round out the top five. The occupational mix leans white-collar: Professionals lead with 1,213 workers, followed by Clerical/Admin (513) and Managers (475). Unemployment sits at 6.8%, above the national average, while labour force participation at 59.1% trails the national figure. SEIFA scores paint a middle-class picture: the IRSAD decile of 7 indicates moderate advantage nationally, while the education-opportunity decile of 8 confirms the suburb's strong human capital base.
Unemployment
4.5%
Labour Force
4,871
Unemployed
217
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
62.4%
Part-time
30.8%
Participation
59.1%
Employed
3,675
Occupations
Top Industries
University
53.5%
Postgraduate
15.9%
Born Overseas
53.2%
Dwellings
2,570
Transport to Work
Public transport use is low at 6.9%, typical for outer-ring Brisbane suburbs where 86.3% drive to work. Kuraby State School (Government, ICSEA 998, 359 students) provides local primary education at a level close to the national average of 1000. Walking and cycling account for just 0.7% of commutes, reflecting car-dependent design. The SEIFA IRSAD decile of 7 places overall socioeconomic conditions above the national median. With 3.9% of residents needing assistance and a volunteering rate of 15.6%, social support infrastructure exists but is not unusually strong compared to higher-decile suburbs.
Drive
86.3%
Public Transport
6.9%
Walk / Cycle
0.7%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+1.35%/yr
(+128 people/yr)
EstablishedKuraby's population is growing at 1.35% annually (128 persons/year), driven almost entirely by overseas migration averaging +215 per year. Net internal migration runs negative at -168 annually, meaning domestic movers are leaving faster than arriving. The 10-year population change of 16% reflects steady accumulation rather than a boom. Projections put the 2031 population at roughly 10,431, up from approximately 9,507 in 2025. The gentrification score of 15 registers as 'Not gentrifying', and affordability has actually improved over the decade (from 61.9% to 55.1% income-to-price ratio), likely because incomes have tracked house price growth.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+215
Net Internal / yr
-168
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
Population +18% since 2011, Net internal outflow -168/yr, Strong overseas inflow +215/yr
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Kuraby compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kuraby a good suburb to live in?
Kuraby scores in the 7th SEIFA IRSAD decile nationally, indicating above-average socioeconomic conditions. Housing stress is low at 22.7% mortgage-to-income, well below the 30% threshold. The suburb suits families seeking spacious homes (70.9% have 4+ bedrooms) in a culturally diverse community, though public transport options are limited with only 6.9% using them.
What is the median house price in Kuraby?
The estimated median house price in Kuraby is $537,000 (2025 estimate from rental data). Monthly mortgage repayments run approximately $2,100, consuming about 22.7% of the median household income of $2,136 per week.
What schools are in Kuraby?
Kuraby State School is the local government primary school, with an ICSEA score of 998 (near the national average of 1000) and enrolment of 359 students. Families needing secondary education typically access schools in neighbouring suburbs like Runcorn or Eight Mile Plains.
Is Kuraby safe?
Crime data is not available in our current dataset for Kuraby. The SEIFA Index of Economic Resources decile of 8 and the IRSD decile of 6 suggest moderate-to-good socioeconomic conditions. The suburb's 81.1% residential stability rate (stayed at same address) is higher than the national average, indicating a settled community.
Is Kuraby good for property investment?
At $400/week median rent with a 3.2% vacancy rate, Kuraby offers tighter-than-average rental conditions. The 25.2% rental population provides a solid tenant base, and overseas migration of +215 persons/year sustains demand. Development activity remains modest at 15 applications in 12 months, so new supply pressure is limited compared to growth corridors further south.
How is Kuraby's population changing?
The population grows at 1.35% annually (128 persons/year), projected to reach approximately 10,431 by 2031. Growth is driven by overseas migration (+215/year) while net internal migration runs negative (-168/year). The median age of 34 is 6 years below the national figure, and the senior share has increased 3.0 percentage points over the past decade.
What languages are spoken in Kuraby?
With 53.2% born overseas (31.6 points above the national average), Kuraby is linguistically diverse. Mandarin (413 speakers) leads, followed by Urdu (329), Punjabi (201), Arabic (191), and Cantonese (183). Chinese and Indian ancestries together account for over 2,496 residents, reflecting South and East Asian migration patterns.
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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