Mount Gravatt East
A 48.0% university-educated share makes Mount Gravatt East 17.9 percentage points above the national figure, while the median age of 35 is 5 years younger than national. The suburb has 12,428 residents across 4.62 sq km, creating a density of 2,692.1 people per sq km. Household income sits at the 77.0th percentile, alongside a mixed tenure profile of 38.0% renters, 38.6% mortgage holders and 22.7% outright owners. Compared with nearby Holland Park and Upper Mount Gravatt, buyers assessing this compact setting should focus on its varied housing stock and professional employment base because the suburb is not defined by one household type.
Population
12,428
Median Age
35.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,055/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
54
Mount Gravatt East can suit buyers seeking established housing near Brisbane's inner south-east, but a current median house price is not available, so budgeting should begin with dwelling-level comparisons. The mortgage benchmark is $2,041 per month, compared with weekly rent of $400, while mortgage commitments equal 22.9% of household income versus 19.5% for rent. Housing includes 68.7% separate houses, 14.8% semi-detached dwellings and 16.4% apartments. Three-bedroom homes account for 49.2% and four-bedroom-or-larger homes 28.3%, giving families more choice than a unit-dominated market. Buyers comparing nearby Holland Park and Upper Mount Gravatt should inspect recent sales by street and dwelling type because the local housing mix can produce wide price differences.
For Buyers
Mount Gravatt East can suit buyers seeking established housing near Brisbane's inner south-east, but a current median house price is not available, so budgeting should begin with dwelling-level comparisons. The mortgage benchmark is $2,041 per month, compared with weekly rent of $400, while mortgage commitments equal 22.9% of household income versus 19.5% for rent. Housing includes 68.7% separate houses, 14.8% semi-detached dwellings and 16.4% apartments. Three-bedroom homes account for 49.2% and four-bedroom-or-larger homes 28.3%, giving families more choice than a unit-dominated market. Buyers comparing nearby Holland Park and Upper Mount Gravatt should inspect recent sales by street and dwelling type because the local housing mix can produce wide price differences.
For Investors
The rental market has a substantial tenant base, with 38.0% of households renting and weekly rent of $400. A 5.5% vacancy rate provides a useful comparison point for assessing leasing conditions, while rent absorbs 19.5% of household income, below the 22.9% mortgage-to-income measure. Development activity is notable at 53 applications in 12 months, which may improve housing choice but can also create competition between newer and established dwellings. Annual growth is forecast at 1.02% and overseas migration is the primary driver, supporting a tenant pool linked to education, healthcare and professional employment. Compared with owner-dominated suburbs, the renter share is a meaningful reason to assess unit, townhouse and house demand separately.
Development Activity
Total DAs
193
Last 12 Months
54
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+38.5%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Mount Gravatt East
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Seton College (Mount Gravatt East)
Mount Gravatt East State School
Demographics
Mount Gravatt East has a median age of 35, which is 5 years below the national figure, and 48.0% of residents hold a university qualification, 17.9 percentage points above national. The overseas-born share is 28.0%, or 6.4 points above national, while average household size is 2.6 people, 0.1 above the national result. English ancestry counts 4,037 residents, followed by Other at 1,817, Irish at 1,592, Scottish at 1,273 and Chinese at 749. Christianity has 5,625 adherents and no religion 4,824. Mandarin is the most common listed non-English language at 163 speakers. Compared with a markedly older suburb, this profile supports demand from working households, students and established families.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
68.7%
Houses
14.8%
Townhouse
16.4%
Apartment
Tenure
The tenure split is relatively even between renting at 38.0% and mortgage ownership at 38.6%, while 22.7% own outright and 0.7% occupy housing under other arrangements. The dwelling mix is led by separate houses at 68.7%, with 16.4% apartments and 14.8% semi-detached homes. Three-bedroom dwellings represent 49.2% of homes and four-bedroom-or-larger dwellings 28.3%, so household size and family demand are important influences. Compared with a detached-only market, the apartment and semi-detached shares create more entry points for renters and investors. The $2,041 monthly mortgage benchmark is higher than the $400 weekly rent measure when viewed against household income, with ratios of 22.9% and 19.5% respectively. A current median house price is unavailable, making exact dwelling comparisons essential.
Mortgage / mo
$2,041
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $400.
$710
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $710 · units $650
HH Size
2.6
Personal Income / wk
$946
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
5.5%
Unoccupied
269
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
19.5%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
22.9%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
45.5%
Couples with children
35.2%
Couples, no children
17.0%
Single parent
3,357
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is the largest industry at 20.3% or 1,017 workers, followed by Education at 13.8% or 691, Professional and Technical services at 11.2% or 560, Construction at 8.4% or 422, and Public Administration at 7.7% or 384. Professionals number 2,141, ahead of Clerical and Administrative workers at 898 and Managers at 888. Labour-force participation is 69.4%, unemployment is 4.8% and full-time employment accounts for 61.0%. Personal income is $946 weekly and household income is $2,055, placing households at the 77.0th percentile. Compared with the national education profile, the 48.0% university share is higher. SEIFA education and occupation sits in decile 8, above economic resources at decile 5, while IRSD and IRSAD are both decile 7, suggesting educational strength is more pronounced than broad resource advantage.
Unemployment
4.8%
Labour Force
7,035
Unemployed
335
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
61.0%
Part-time
30.8%
Participation
69.4%
Employed
6,700
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
48.0%
Postgraduate
11.8%
Born Overseas
28.0%
Dwellings
4,625
Transport to Work
Daily travel is car-oriented, with 63.6% driving to work compared with 7.1% using public transport and 1.9% walking or cycling; another 22.9% work from home. That pattern matters because the suburb has a density of 2,692.1 people per sq km but remains reliant on road-based access for many commuters. Two local schools provide a mix of 1 government state school and 1 Catholic non-state school. Check enrolment zones against the exact address because boundaries can cut across suburb lines. An IRSAD decile of 7 is above the middle decile, while the education and occupation decile of 8 is higher, supporting a generally advantaged social profile. Compared with public-transport-led suburbs, car dependence is higher, so commute routes and parking should be checked before choosing a property.
Drive
63.6%
Public Transport
7.1%
Walk / Cycle
1.9%
Work from Home
22.9%
Population Forecast
+1.02%/yr
(+175 people/yr)
EstablishedGrowth runs at 1.02% annually and is primarily driven by overseas migration. Population change across the wider area is 12.4% over 10 years, while the shift trajectory is labelled Mixed. That mixed pattern reflects 19.3% rent growth, a 1.8% increase in the working-age share and an 18.4% rise in real income, alongside a 0.2% decline in the young share and a 1.3% decline in the senior share. Compared with a flat-growth setting, the 1.02% annual trend points to continued demand, but not an abrupt transformation. The gentrification assessment is also qualified: the overall score is 16 and stage Not gentrifying, while the shift score is 41 with Early signs. This supports gradual change rather than a rapid tenure or demographic reset.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+214
Net Internal / yr
-90
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
Population +17% since 2011, Strong overseas inflow +214/yr
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Mount Gravatt East compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mount Gravatt East a good suburb to live in?
Mount Gravatt East can suit households wanting an established Brisbane setting with a median age of 35, a 48.0% university-educated population and 2 local schools. Daily travel is car-oriented, with 63.6% driving and 7.1% using public transport, so commute patterns should be checked against the exact address.
What is the median house price in Mount Gravatt East?
A current median house price is unavailable. Buyers can use the $2,041 monthly mortgage benchmark, $400 weekly rent and 68.7% separate-house share as starting points, then compare recent sales for the exact street, land size, dwelling condition and bedroom mix.
What schools are in Mount Gravatt East?
There are 2 local schools: Mount Gravatt East State School, a government state school, and Seton College, a Catholic non-state school. Families should check the enrolment zone for the exact address because school boundaries may not match the suburb boundary.
Is Mount Gravatt East safe?
A suburb-level crime rate is unavailable, so no numerical safety rating should be inferred. Mount Gravatt East has 12,428 residents across 4.62 sq km; inspect the exact street, lighting, traffic and nearby activity at different times before deciding whether a property feels suitable.
Is Mount Gravatt East good for property investment?
It can suit investors seeking established rental demand, with 38.0% of households renting, weekly rent of $400 and a 5.5% vacancy rate. Overseas migration is the primary growth driver and 53 development applications were recorded over 12 months, so investors should assess future competition as well as tenant demand.
How is Mount Gravatt East's population changing?
Mount Gravatt East has 12,428 residents today. Population change across the wider area is forecast at 12.4% over 10 years, with annual growth of 1.02% driven primarily by overseas migration. The trajectory is Mixed, indicating gradual change rather than a single clear demographic direction.
What development is happening in Mount Gravatt East?
There were 53 development applications in the past 12 months, including design and siting referrals, filling or excavation work and plan sealing. This level of activity can add housing choice and improve streetscapes, but buyers should check individual approvals, construction timing and the effect on nearby access.
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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