Rangeville
Healthcare (27.2%) and Education (17.6%) together employ nearly half of Rangeville's workforce, the highest combined share in this batch, reflecting Toowoomba's role as a regional services hub. University qualifications at 42.1% sit 12.0 points above the national average, yet household income lands in the 59th percentile, a gap that reflects public-sector salary scales rather than lack of skills. The median age of 44 is 4 years above the national figure, and the senior share has grown 5.8 points over the decade, marking a clear ageing trajectory. Despite this, volunteering at 20.7% is among the highest in this group, pointing to engaged retiree and semi-retired participation.
Population
8,668
Median Age
44.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,689/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
14
Median House
$434K
Estimated from rent (2025)
Rangeville's estimated median of $434,000 makes it accessible for Toowoomba's professional class. Mortgage repayments of $1,586/month consume 21.7% of household income, comfortably below the stress threshold. The stock is 84.0% detached houses, with 44.4% four-plus-bedroom and 42.9% three-bedroom homes. The 40.2% outright ownership rate is the second-highest in this batch, indicating an established community. Semi-detached at 15.4% provides some townhouse alternatives. Turnover at 25.6% is moderate, and the rent-to-income ratio of 20.1% means renters here also face minimal stress. Buyers enter a stable, settled market rather than a competitive high-demand suburb.
For Buyers
Rangeville's estimated median of $434,000 makes it accessible for Toowoomba's professional class. Mortgage repayments of $1,586/month consume 21.7% of household income, comfortably below the stress threshold. The stock is 84.0% detached houses, with 44.4% four-plus-bedroom and 42.9% three-bedroom homes. The 40.2% outright ownership rate is the second-highest in this batch, indicating an established community. Semi-detached at 15.4% provides some townhouse alternatives. Turnover at 25.6% is moderate, and the rent-to-income ratio of 20.1% means renters here also face minimal stress. Buyers enter a stable, settled market rather than a competitive high-demand suburb.
For Investors
Rangeville's 28.0% rental rate and $340/week median rent provide a moderate yield base, with a 6.4% vacancy rate slightly above average. Rents grew 25.9% over the decade, lower than Brisbane equivalents but above the national average. The 13 development applications in 12 months include dual occupancies and operational works, suggesting gradual infill rather than large-scale builds. Population growth at 0.52% per year (46 persons) is slow. Overseas migration of +75/year is the primary driver, with internal outflow of -26/year. The 5.5% 10-year population growth confirms this is a mature market where rental demand comes from local professionals rather than demographic expansion.
Development Activity
Total DAs
45
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 Rangeville iICSEA: school advantage index. 1000 = national avg, higher = more advantaged
St Joseph's College
7-12 · 913 students
Rangeville State School
Prep-6 · 723 students
Demographics
English ancestry dominates (3,597), followed by Irish (1,440), Scottish (1,124), and German (952), the highest German-heritage representation in this batch, consistent with Toowoomba's Darling Downs settlement history. Only 15.3% were born overseas, 6.3 points below the national average. University qualifications at 42.1% are 12.0 points above the national rate, driven by the healthcare and education workforce. The median age of 44 is 4 years above the national average. Mandarin (42 speakers) and Sinhalese (36) are the top non-English languages in very small numbers. The 46.3% female majority is the most skewed gender ratio in this batch, reflecting healthcare-sector demographics.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
84.0%
Houses
15.4%
Townhouse
0.6%
Apartment
Tenure
Detached houses make up 84.0%, semi-detached 15.4%, and apartments just 0.6%. Three-bedroom (42.9%) and four-plus-bedroom (44.4%) homes are nearly equally split, providing generous family stock. The ownership structure leans toward established residents: 40.2% own outright, 31.8% hold mortgages, and 28.0% rent. This high outright ownership rate, the second-highest in this batch, reflects a community where many residents have paid off their homes. Rent stress at 20.1% and mortgage stress at 21.7% are both well below the 30% threshold. At $434,000 estimated median, Rangeville is priced below Toowoomba's premium suburbs but above the outer ring.
Mortgage / mo
$1,586
Rent / wk
$340
HH Size
2.4
Personal Income / wk
$834
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
6.4%
Unoccupied
233
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.1%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.7%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
32.0%
Couples, no children
6,758
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare and Education together employ 44.8% of the workforce (1,339 workers), the highest combined share in this batch. Professional/Tech (7.9%), Construction (6.8%), and Public Admin (6.6%) provide secondary employment. Professionals (1,261) dominate occupations, with Managers (519), Clerical/Admin (508), and Community/Personal (503) clustered closely. Unemployment at 3.7% is below the national average, and the 56.6% participation rate reflects the older population with 2,657 not in the labour force. All four SEIFA deciles sit at 7, indicating consistent above-average socioeconomic conditions nationally without extreme advantage or disadvantage.
Unemployment
1.9%
Labour Force
4,477
Unemployed
85
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
64.5%
Part-time
31.8%
Participation
56.6%
Employed
3,861
Occupations
Top Industries
University
42.1%
Postgraduate
11.0%
Born Overseas
15.3%
Dwellings
3,402
Transport to Work
Two schools serve the suburb. St Joseph's College (Catholic Secondary, ICSEA 1044, 913 students) and Rangeville State School (Government Primary, ICSEA 1039, 723 students) both score above the national ICSEA average of 1000. Public transport use is minimal at 0.2%, the lowest in this batch, while 3.0% walk or cycle. Car dependency at 89.6% reflects Toowoomba's regional-city layout. The SEIFA IRSAD decile of 7 places overall conditions above the national median. The 7.6% needing-assistance rate is above average, consistent with the ageing population. Volunteering at 20.7% is among the highest in this group, indicating strong community engagement.
Drive
89.6%
Public Transport
0.2%
Walk / Cycle
3.0%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+0.52%/yr
(+46 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation grows slowly at 0.52% annually (46 persons/year), projected to reach approximately 9,185 by 2031. The 10-year change of 5.5% ranks among the slowest in this batch. The trajectory is firmly 'Aging': the senior share grew 5.8 points (among the largest in this group), the young share fell 2.7 points, and the working-age share dropped 2.9 points. Overseas migration of +75/year offsets internal outflow of -26/year. Real income grew 9.9% over the decade, and affordability improved from 43.8% to 40.8% income-to-price. The gentrification score of 27 shows early signs, though the overall classification remains 'Not gentrifying'.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+75
Net Internal / yr
-26
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Rangeville compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rangeville a good suburb to live in?
Rangeville ranks in the 7th SEIFA IRSAD decile, above the national median. It suits healthcare and education professionals: 44.8% of the workforce is in these two sectors. Two schools score above ICSEA 1000, mortgage stress is low at 21.7%, and volunteering at 20.7% indicates strong community engagement. The tradeoff is near-zero public transport (0.2%) and an ageing population with the senior share rising 5.8 points.
What is the median house price in Rangeville?
The estimated median house price is $434,000 (2025 estimate). Monthly mortgage repayments of approximately $1,586 consume 21.7% of the median household income of $1,689/week. Affordability improved over the decade (43.8% to 40.8% income-to-price), meaning incomes have outpaced housing costs in this market.
What schools are in Rangeville?
Two schools serve the suburb: St Joseph's College (Catholic Secondary, ICSEA 1044, 913 students) and Rangeville State School (Government Primary, ICSEA 1039, 723 students). Both score above the national ICSEA average of 1000, reflecting the suburb's above-average educational profile where 42.1% hold university qualifications.
Is Rangeville safe?
Crime statistics are not available in our current dataset for Rangeville. All four SEIFA deciles sit at 7, indicating above-average socioeconomic conditions nationally. The low unemployment rate of 3.7%, high residential stability (74.4% stayed), and 40.2% outright ownership are demographic factors typically associated with lower crime rates compared to Toowoomba's average.
Is Rangeville good for property investment?
Rangeville offers moderate investment potential: 28.0% renters, $340/week median rent, and a 6.4% vacancy rate. Rents grew 25.9% over the decade. The 13 development applications in 12 months indicate gradual infill, not oversupply. Population growth of just 0.52%/year (46 persons) means demand growth is slow. The healthcare and education employment base provides stable, if not growing, tenant demand compared to faster-growing regional cities.
How is Rangeville's population changing?
Population grows at 0.52% annually (46 persons/year), projected to reach approximately 9,185 by 2031. The 10-year growth of 5.5% is slow. The ageing trend is pronounced: the senior share grew 5.8 percentage points while the working-age share fell 2.9 points. Overseas migration of +75/year offsets internal outflow of -26/year. Real income grew 9.9% over the decade, and affordability improved from 43.8% to 40.8%.
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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