Middle Park
Middle Park's most distinctive feature is its established household base: 41.3% own outright and 40.8% hold a mortgage, while 65.5% of homes have 4 or more bedrooms. Its 3,845 residents have a median age of 42, which is 2 years above the national comparison, and household income ranks at the 84.3rd percentile. Overseas-born residents account for 36.9%, 15.3 percentage points above national. For buyers comparing Middle Park with nearby Jamboree Heights or Riverhills, the clearest distinction is its detached-home profile rather than an apartment-market benchmark. Slow growth is also material: the annual trend is -0.12% and the trajectory is Aging.
Population
3,845
Median Age
42.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,219/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
10
Middle Park suits buyers who prioritise space and established ownership. Separate houses account for 94.8% of dwellings, with 65.5% containing 4 or more bedrooms and 33.1% containing 3 bedrooms. A current median house price is not available, so recent comparable sales are more useful than a headline suburb median. The typical mortgage payment is $1,950 monthly, repayments equal 20.3% of household income, and mortgage stress is not flagged. With 41.3% owned outright versus 40.8% mortgaged, the suburb has a substantial established-owner base. Compared with an apartment-led search, Middle Park is better suited to households seeking a conventional detached home, but buyers should check condition, overlays and exact school catchments.
For Buyers
Middle Park suits buyers who prioritise space and established ownership. Separate houses account for 94.8% of dwellings, with 65.5% containing 4 or more bedrooms and 33.1% containing 3 bedrooms. A current median house price is not available, so recent comparable sales are more useful than a headline suburb median. The typical mortgage payment is $1,950 monthly, repayments equal 20.3% of household income, and mortgage stress is not flagged. With 41.3% owned outright versus 40.8% mortgaged, the suburb has a substantial established-owner base. Compared with an apartment-led search, Middle Park is better suited to households seeking a conventional detached home, but buyers should check condition, overlays and exact school catchments.
For Investors
Middle Park presents a steadier rental case than a high-yield, high-growth strategy. Weekly rent is $450 and vacancy is 2.8%, while 16.9% of households rent compared with 41.3% owning outright and 40.8% carrying a mortgage. That tenure mix points to an established owner market, so investor demand is more likely to centre on family-sized rental appeal than rapid tenant churn. Separate houses make up 94.8% of dwellings and 4 or more bedrooms account for 65.5%. Rent growth is 16.2%, but annual growth is forecast at -0.12%, with 8 development matters in 12 months. Overseas migration is the primary forecast driver, while the suburb remains Not gentrifying.
Development Activity
Total DAs
17
Last 12 Months
10
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+900.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Middle Park
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
Good News Lutheran School (Middle Park)
Middle Park State School
Demographics
Middle Park is older and more university-educated than the national comparison: median age is 42, 2 years above national, and 49.2% hold a university qualification, 19.1 percentage points above national. Average household size is 2.8, or 0.3 above national. Couples with children make up 47.4% of families, compared with 38.5% couples without children, while one-parent families account for 13.1%. English ancestry is recorded for 1,218 people, followed by Other at 507, Irish at 437 and Chinese at 414. Overseas-born residents are 36.9%, 15.3 points above national, with Mandarin recorded for 70 people and Cantonese for 57. A stable 84.6% stayed at the same address, versus 15.4% turnover, reinforcing a settled profile.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
94.8%
Houses
5.2%
Townhouse
0.0%
Apartment
Tenure
Middle Park is a detached-home market: 94.8% of dwellings are separate houses and 5.2% are semi-detached. The bedroom mix is spacious, with 65.5% having 4 or more bedrooms, 33.1% having 3 and 1.3% having 2. Tenure is split between 41.3% outright ownership, 40.8% mortgages and 16.9% renting, giving the owner base a higher share than renters. Mortgage repayments are $1,950 monthly and equal 20.3% of household income; rent is $450 weekly and rent-to-income is also 20.3%, with neither tenure flagged for stress. Compared with an apartment market, this profile favours larger family homes and fewer small-format options. No current median sale price is available, so comparable transactions matter more than a single suburb-wide figure.
Mortgage / mo
$1,950
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $450.
$730
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $730
HH Size
2.8
Personal Income / wk
$864
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
2.8%
Unoccupied
39
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.3%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.3%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
47.4%
Couples with children
38.5%
Couples, no children
13.1%
Single parent
1,139
Total families
Economy & Employment
Middle Park's economy leans toward skilled services. Household income sits at the 84.3rd percentile, and 49.2% have a university qualification, 19.1 points above national. Healthcare leads at 16.0% with 236 workers, followed by Education at 14.9% and 220, Professional/Tech at 13.9% and 206, Public Administration at 8.6% and 127, and Retail at 6.8% and 100. Occupations reinforce that mix: Professionals number 642, Managers 304, Clerical/Admin 270, Trades 206 and Community/Personal 178. Participation is 65.7%, unemployment 4.2% and full-time employment 59.7%. SEIFA scores are 1071 for IEO, 1055 for IER, 1070 for IRSD and 1059 for IRSAD, translating to deciles 8, 8, 9 and 8. The deciles are all above the midpoint, aligning with income and education rather than signalling concentrated disadvantage.
Unemployment
4.2%
Labour Force
2,068
Unemployed
86
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
59.7%
Part-time
32.1%
Participation
65.7%
Employed
1,982
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
49.2%
Postgraduate
13.0%
Born Overseas
36.9%
Dwellings
1,360
Transport to Work
Daily life in Middle Park is car-oriented: 62.8% travel as car drivers, compared with 4.8% using public transport and 2.3% walking or cycling. Working from home is 25.8%, which may reduce commuting pressure for some households. There are 2 local schools, covering a government state school and an independent non-state school; check enrolment zones against the exact address. Housing space is a practical advantage, with 94.8% separate houses and 65.5% having 4 or more bedrooms. Relative socioeconomic advantage is high, with IRSAD in decile 8 and IRSD in decile 9, while 17.6% report volunteering. Crime-rate figures are not available, so safety decisions should rely on current local checks rather than a suburb-wide assumption. Compared with a transit-first neighbourhood, Middle Park suits residents comfortable with driving.
Drive
62.8%
Public Transport
4.8%
Walk / Cycle
2.3%
Work from Home
25.8%
Population Forecast
-0.12%/yr
(-9 people/yr)
EstablishedMiddle Park sits in an established, slow-growth phase rather than a redevelopment surge. The annual trend is -0.12%, and the shift trajectory is Aging, with the senior share up 7.3 percentage points and the working share down 4.8 points. Overseas migration is the primary forecast driver, which may refresh demand as the age profile changes. Affordability is labelled Improving, with measures of 52.5 in 2011 and 49.3 in 2021, while rent growth is 16.2%. Gentrification is labelled Not gentrifying. With only 8 development matters in 12 months, Middle Park is more likely to change gradually than through a sudden construction cycle.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+86
Net Internal / yr
-62
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Middle Park compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Middle Park a good suburb to live in?
Middle Park suits households seeking established detached housing, larger floorplans and a settled social base. About 94.8% of dwellings are separate houses, 65.5% have 4 or more bedrooms and 25.8% of residents work from home. Public transport use is 4.8%, so it is a better fit for drivers than for people seeking a transit-led daily routine.
What is the median house price in Middle Park?
A current median house price cannot be quoted confidently for Middle Park. Buyers should compare recent sales by bedroom count, land, condition and street, then weigh the $1,950 monthly mortgage figure and $450 weekly rent against their budget. Because 94.8% of homes are separate houses, like-for-like comparisons are more useful than an apartment median.
What schools are in Middle Park?
Middle Park has 2 local schools: Middle Park State School, a government state school, and Good News Lutheran School, an independent non-state school. Families should check the exact catchment, intake rules and transport options before signing, because school access can differ by address. The mix is broader than a suburb with only 1 sector represented.
Is Middle Park safe?
Crime-rate figures are not available for Middle Park, so a suburb-wide safety rating should not be assumed. Check recent incidents, lighting, traffic conditions and the immediate street before buying or renting. Social indicators are comparatively strong, with IRSAD at decile 8 and IRSD at decile 9, but those measures describe relative advantage rather than crime.
Is Middle Park good for property investment?
Middle Park may suit a long-term investor targeting family rentals rather than rapid speculative growth. Weekly rent is $450, vacancy is 2.8% and 94.8% of dwellings are separate houses, while 65.5% have 4 or more bedrooms. Against that, annual growth is forecast at -0.12%, 8 development matters were recorded over 12 months and the suburb is Not gentrifying.
How is Middle Park's population changing?
Middle Park is on an aging, stable trajectory rather than a rapid-growth path. The annual trend is -0.12%, and the senior share has risen 7.3 percentage points while the working share fell 4.8 points. Overseas migration is the primary driver, but the forecast labels the suburb Not gentrifying. This points to gradual demographic change rather than a sharp expansion.
What languages are spoken in Middle Park?
The most recorded non-English languages are Mandarin at 70 people, Cantonese at 57, Persian ED at 25, Sinhal at 21 and Arabic at 14. Overseas-born residents account for 36.9%, which is 15.3 percentage points above the national comparison. These figures indicate a stronger international presence than the national 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). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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