Nerang
With 17,048 residents across 35.39 sq km, Nerang combines a density of 481.7 people per sq km with an established, family-oriented housing base. The median age is 40, exactly in line with the national comparison, while 25.9% of residents were born overseas, 4.3 percentage points above the national figure. Separate houses account for 61.4% of dwellings, but renting is also substantial at 31.6%. Compared with nearby Ashmore and Carrara, Nerang's profile is clearly shaped by detached homes, local services and car commuting, with 80.7% travelling as car drivers. Its aging trajectory matters for buyers and investors because senior share has risen 3.8 percentage points while the young share has fallen 2.1 points.
Population
17,048
Median Age
40.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,423/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
19
Homebuyers need to assess Nerang by dwelling type because no reliable current median house price is available. The housing mix is led by 3-bedroom homes at 51.2%, followed by 4-plus-bedroom dwellings at 27.4%; separate houses represent 61.4%, while semi-detached homes account for 23.1% and apartments 13.3%. Compared with the 13.3% apartment share, the separate-house proportion points to stronger choice for buyers seeking conventional family layouts. A monthly mortgage figure of $1,733 equals 28.1% of household income, and mortgage stress is not flagged. Weekly rent is $390, so buyers should compare recent settled sales and holding costs by property type rather than rely on one suburb-wide price.
For Buyers
Homebuyers need to assess Nerang by dwelling type because no reliable current median house price is available. The housing mix is led by 3-bedroom homes at 51.2%, followed by 4-plus-bedroom dwellings at 27.4%; separate houses represent 61.4%, while semi-detached homes account for 23.1% and apartments 13.3%. Compared with the 13.3% apartment share, the separate-house proportion points to stronger choice for buyers seeking conventional family layouts. A monthly mortgage figure of $1,733 equals 28.1% of household income, and mortgage stress is not flagged. Weekly rent is $390, so buyers should compare recent settled sales and holding costs by property type rather than rely on one suburb-wide price.
For Investors
Nerang's 31.6% rental share gives investors a sizeable tenant pool, while weekly rent of $390 provides a clear entry point for yield modelling. Compared with the 61.4% separate-house share, the rental proportion points to demand across both family homes and smaller formats. Vacancy is 4.8%, and rent growth is 19.4%, so leasing assumptions should be tested against property condition and location rather than applied uniformly. Fifteen development applications in 12 months indicate ongoing project activity without evidence of a major pipeline. Growth is forecast at 0.98% a year and driven by overseas migration, which may support practical 3-bedroom stock representing 51.2% of homes. Review insurance and maintenance at the individual address before committing.
Development Activity
Total DAs
20
Last 12 Months
19
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+1800.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Nerang
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St Brigid's Catholic Primary School (Nerang)
Nerang State High School
Nerang State School
Demographics
Nerang's demographic centre is mature rather than youthful: the median age is 40, matching the national comparison, and the forecast trajectory is Aging. Senior share has increased 3.8 percentage points while the young share has declined 2.1 points, partly explaining demand for established services and lower-turnover housing. Overseas-born residents make up 25.9%, 4.3 points above the national level, while university attainment is 21.5%, 8.6 points below it. English ancestry counts 7,088 people, followed by Scottish at 1,802 and Irish at 1,761. No religion totals 7,684 compared with 7,325 identifying with Christianity. Household size is 2.5, and 78.0% stayed at the same address, higher than the 22.0% turnover rate.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
61.4%
Houses
23.1%
Townhouse
13.3%
Apartment
Tenure
Property choices in Nerang lean toward established family formats. Three-bedroom dwellings make up 51.2% and 4-plus-bedroom homes 27.4%, compared with 14.6% two-bedroom and 6.8% studio or one-bedroom stock. Separate houses account for 61.4%, while semi-detached housing is 23.1% and apartments 13.3%. Tenure is split between 39.0% with a mortgage, 31.6% renting and 24.7% owning outright, creating a mixed market rather than a predominantly owner-occupied one. The $1,733 monthly mortgage figure equals 28.1% of household income, and $390 weekly rent equals 27.4% of income, so neither stress measure is flagged. Compared with apartment stock, the detached share supports family demand but limits apartment-style entry options.
Mortgage / mo
$1,733
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $390.
$850
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $850 · units $680
HH Size
2.5
Personal Income / wk
$704
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.8%
Unoccupied
328
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
27.4%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
28.1%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
38.2%
Couples with children
37.6%
Couples, no children
22.3%
Single parent
4,582
Total families
Economy & Employment
Nerang's employment base is led by healthcare, with 993 workers or 19.5%, followed by construction at 695 and 13.7%, education at 487 and 9.6%, retail at 476 and 9.4%, and hospitality at 350 and 6.9%. This mix supports local service demand and trades employment, while occupations include 1,384 trades workers, 1,150 professionals and 1,079 clerical and administration workers. Labour-force participation is 60.0%, unemployment is 5.9% and full-time employment is 53.6%, indicating a mixed work pattern rather than a strongly full-time profile. Compared with the education and occupation deciles of 4, the economic-resources decile is higher at 6; IRSAD and IRSD both sit at decile 4, pointing to middling socioeconomic conditions despite stronger resource indicators.
Unemployment
5.9%
Labour Force
8,476
Unemployed
502
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
53.6%
Part-time
36.2%
Participation
60.0%
Employed
7,974
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
21.5%
Postgraduate
4.6%
Born Overseas
25.9%
Dwellings
6,528
Transport to Work
Nerang suits residents who can use a car: 80.7% travel as car drivers, compared with 1.5% using public transport and 1.7% walking or cycling. A further 11.7% work from home, which may reduce daily commuting for some households. Three local schools cover government primary, government high school and Catholic primary options, giving families a broader sector mix than a suburb with only one school type; enrolment zones should still be checked against the exact address. The area spans 35.39 sq km at 481.7 people per sq km, so access and street character can vary. IRSAD is in decile 4 and 8.0% of residents need assistance, factors worth weighing alongside services. Compared with the 1.5% public-transport share, Nerang's practical livability depends more on road access and local amenities.
Drive
80.7%
Public Transport
1.5%
Walk / Cycle
1.7%
Work from Home
11.7%
Population Forecast
+0.98%/yr
(+222 people/yr)
EstablishedGrowth in Nerang is measured rather than rapid: the annual trend is 0.98%, with overseas migration identified as the primary driver. Across the wider area, population change is forecast at 12.2% over 10 years, while the shift trajectory is Aging, with the senior share up 3.8 percentage points and the young share down 2.1. Rental growth of 19.4% and real income growth of 15.2% may lift housing costs and influence demand. The affordability trend is labelled Improving, alongside values of 64.1 in 2011 and 54.0 in 2021. The gentrification model labels Nerang Not gentrifying with a score of 5, although a separate shift signal is 33 and classed as Early signs. Compared with high-growth, fast-rejuvenating suburbs, the outlook is steadier because the age structure is shifting upward.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+183
Net Internal / yr
-44
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
Population +15% since 2011
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Nerang compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nerang a good suburb to live in?
Nerang can suit households wanting established services, detached housing and road access. It has 17,048 residents, 61.4% separate houses and 80.7% car commuting. Compared with more transit-oriented suburbs, it is a stronger fit for drivers; check the exact address for noise, flood exposure and enrolment zones.
What is the median house price in Nerang?
A reliable current median house price is not available for Nerang. Compare recent settled sales by dwelling type, noting that 61.4% of homes are separate houses and 23.1% are semi-detached, so one suburb-wide figure could mask differences between family homes, townhouses and apartments.
What schools are in Nerang?
Nerang State School and Nerang State High School provide government primary and secondary options, while St Brigid's Catholic Primary School provides a Catholic primary choice. That is 3 local schools across 2 sectors; compare the exact address with current enrolment zones before signing a lease or contract.
Is Nerang safe?
A reliable suburb-wide crime rate is not available for Nerang. Check recent Queensland Police information for the exact area and compare incidents over 12 months before deciding. Street lighting, property security and distance from busy roads can also affect the day-to-day experience at individual addresses.
Is Nerang good for property investment?
Nerang may suit investors targeting established housing and a meaningful tenant market. Renting is 31.6%, weekly rent is $390, vacancy is 4.8% and the annual growth trend is 0.98%. Compared with faster-growth strategies, the case is more defensive and income-focused, so assess maintenance, insurance and property-specific demand.
How is Nerang's population changing?
Nerang's population is 17,048 today, while population change across the wider area is forecast at 12.2% over 10 years. The annual trend is 0.98%, driven by overseas migration, but the trajectory is Aging: senior share is up 3.8 percentage points and young share is down 2.1 points. Compared with rapid-growth areas, this points to gradual expansion with an older 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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