St George
One of St George's most distinctive features is the combination of a 14.7% rental vacancy rate and a 91.4% separate-house share, giving the town a spacious, low-density housing profile. Its population is 3,130, with a median age of 38 and household income at the 40th percentile nationally. The median age is 2 years below the national figure, although the area is moving towards an older profile. Compared with nearby Dirranbandi, St George functions as the larger regional hub, with employment spread across agriculture, healthcare, education and public administration.
Population
3,130
Median Age
38.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,399/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
0
St George suits buyers seeking detached housing, practical space and lower ongoing housing costs rather than apartment living. Separate houses account for 91.4% of dwellings, while 45.1% have 3 bedrooms and 35.7% have 4 or more. The weekly rent is $210 and the monthly mortgage indicator is $1,224, with mortgage-to-income at 20.2% and rent-to-income at 15.0%. Household income sits at the 40th percentile, below the national midpoint, so borrowing capacity still needs careful testing. Compared with apartment-focused markets, the local stock gives families more land and storage, but buyers should allow for car dependence and regional service distances.
For Buyers
St George suits buyers seeking detached housing, practical space and lower ongoing housing costs rather than apartment living. Separate houses account for 91.4% of dwellings, while 45.1% have 3 bedrooms and 35.7% have 4 or more. The weekly rent is $210 and the monthly mortgage indicator is $1,224, with mortgage-to-income at 20.2% and rent-to-income at 15.0%. Household income sits at the 40th percentile, below the national midpoint, so borrowing capacity still needs careful testing. Compared with apartment-focused markets, the local stock gives families more land and storage, but buyers should allow for car dependence and regional service distances.
For Investors
St George offers a low-rent, detached-house investment market, but the 14.7% vacancy rate is the main risk. Rent is $210 per week, 38.7% of households rent, and 91.4% of dwellings are separate houses, creating a clear family and workforce rental profile. Compared with lower-vacancy markets, landlords may face slower rent growth and longer letting periods when demand softens. No development activity was recorded across the past 12 months, which limits immediate new-supply pressure, while forecast migration is described as Balanced and the annual growth trend is 1.11%. Investors should prioritise tenant depth, property condition and resale liquidity over assuming strong capital growth.
Schools in St George
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St Patrick's School (St George)
St George State High School
St George State School
Demographics
St George has 3,130 residents, a median age of 38 and an average household size of 2.5, equal to the national comparison. University attainment is 20.4%, or 9.7 percentage points below the national figure, while only 7.4% of residents were born overseas, 14.2 points below the national comparison. English ancestry is recorded for 1,016 people, followed by Irish at 289 and Scottish at 251. Christianity accounts for 1,854 residents and no religion for 902. A 77.5% stayed rate indicates relatively settled households, while the aging trajectory is reinforced by a 5.4-point rise in the senior share and a 3.7-point fall in the young share. Compared with more migrant and university-heavy regional centres, St George has a more established Anglo-Australian profile.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
91.4%
Houses
5.5%
Townhouse
1.3%
Apartment
Tenure
St George's housing stock is strongly detached and family-oriented. Separate houses represent 91.4% of dwellings, compared with 5.5% semi-detached homes and 1.3% apartments. Three-bedroom homes account for 45.1% and 4-bedroom-plus homes for 35.7%, reflecting the space available across a very low-density area. Tenure is divided between 30.1% owned outright, 25.5% with a mortgage and 38.7% rented, with 5.8% in other tenure categories. Weekly rent is $210 and the vacancy rate is 14.7%. Compared with dense city markets, this mix provides more detached living but can create a thinner resale market because demand is spread across a small population and a large area.
Mortgage / mo
$1,224
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$210
Census 2021
HH Size
2.5
Personal Income / wk
$776
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
14.7%
Unoccupied
195
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
15.0%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.2%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
39.2%
Couples with children
40.9%
Couples, no children
18.5%
Single parent
799
Total families
Economy & Employment
Agriculture is St George's largest industry at 22.2%, or 182 workers, followed by healthcare at 18.1% and 148 workers, education at 13.8% and 113 workers, public administration at 8.1% and 66 workers, and construction at 7.7% and 63 workers. The occupation mix includes 284 managers, 232 labourers, 206 professionals, 188 trades workers and 152 clerical or administrative workers. The labour force totals 1,557, including 975 full-time and 415 part-time workers, while unemployment is 4.5% and participation is 62.8%. Compared with higher-income employment centres, household income at the 40th percentile reflects the strong role of regional and primary industries. This mix supports local services because agriculture, health and education provide complementary sources of employment.
Unemployment
4.5%
Labour Force
1,557
Unemployed
70
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
65.6%
Part-time
27.9%
Participation
62.8%
Employed
1,487
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
20.4%
Postgraduate
2.5%
Born Overseas
7.4%
Dwellings
1,122
Transport to Work
Daily life in St George is shaped by distance, open space and car access. The area covers 11,070.83 square kilometres at a density of 0.3 people per square kilometre, while 73.4% of commuters drive a car and 8.4% walk or cycle. Compared with dense urban suburbs, this makes private transport more important for shopping, work and services, although 12.0% work from home. Families have access to 3 local schools across government primary, government secondary and Catholic non-state schooling. Check enrolment zones against the exact address because they can cross suburb boundaries. Volunteering is reported at 22.9%, supporting local participation, while 4.9% of residents need assistance. For safety decisions, check current Queensland Police Service information for the exact location because a crime rate is not available here.
Drive
73.4%
Public Transport
N/A
Walk / Cycle
8.4%
Work from Home
12.0%
Population Forecast
+1.11%/yr
(+171 people/yr)
EstablishedSt George has an established forecast profile, with annual growth of 1.11% and migration identified as Balanced. Population change across the wider area is forecast at 21.0% over 10 years, suggesting steady momentum rather than a sudden development surge. Compared with fast-growth metropolitan corridors, the pace is moderate and is likely to be shaped by employment and regional services. The trajectory is Aging, consistent with a 5.4-point increase in the senior share and a 3.7-point decline in the young share. The gentrification score is 16 and the stage is Not gentrifying, even though the separate shift indicator records a score of 56 and an Active stage. Affordability is marked Worsening, with the affordability measure moving from 60.4 in 2011 to 64.4 in 2021 and rents rising 56.5%.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Balanced
Net Overseas / yr
+46
Net Internal / yr
+76
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
Population +19% since 2011, Net internal migration +76/yr
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How St George compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is St George a good suburb to live in?
St George can suit households wanting detached housing, space and a quieter regional lifestyle. The population is 3,130, 91.4% of homes are separate houses and 73.4% of commuters drive. Compared with dense urban suburbs, services are more spread out, so car access and distance should be part of the decision.
What is the median house price in St George?
A reliable current median house price is not available for St George. Buyers can use the $210 weekly median rent, the $1,224 monthly mortgage indicator and the 91.4% separate-house share to frame affordability, then confirm recent comparable sales for the exact street and property type.
What schools are in St George?
St George has 3 local schools: St George State School, St George State High School and St Patrick's School, a Catholic non-state school. The mix covers government primary and secondary education plus Catholic schooling, but families should check enrolment zones and availability for the specific address.
Is St George safe?
A current suburb-level crime rate is not available, so check Queensland Police Service information before making a decision. St George has 3 schools, a population of 3,130 and a 14.7% rental vacancy rate. Those figures describe local scale and housing conditions, not personal safety, so compare the exact neighbourhood and property location.
Is St George good for property investment?
St George may suit investors seeking detached regional housing, but the 14.7% vacancy rate is a material risk. Rent is $210 per week, 38.7% of households rent and no development activity was recorded over 12 months. Compared with tighter rental markets, investors should allow for slower leasing and prioritise tenant demand and resale liquidity.
How is St George's population changing?
The annual growth trend is 1.11%, with migration described as Balanced and population change across the wider area at 21.0% over 10 years. The trajectory is Aging: the senior share rose 5.4 points while the young share fell 3.7 points. Compared with younger growth corridors, future demand is likely to be more service-led.
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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