Taringa
A 62.7% apartment share makes Taringa one of Brisbane's more compact, renter-oriented inner west suburbs. Its 8,732 residents occupy just 2.03 square kilometres, producing a density of 4,292.6 people per square kilometre. The median age is 33, which is 7 years below the national figure, while university attainment reaches 64.8%, or 34.7 percentage points above the national comparison. Overseas-born residents account for 35.6%, 14 points above the national level. Compared with nearby Indooroopilly and Toowong, Taringa is more apartment-led and has a smaller household profile, with 48.1% renting and an average household size of 2.2. Its 7.9% vacancy rate adds flexibility for renters, but also signals a market where investor competition can be higher than in detached-house suburbs.
Population
8,732
Median Age
33.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,902/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
37
Taringa suits buyers who value location and apartment access more than a large block, because 62.7% of dwellings are apartments and only 28.1% are separate houses. Two-bedroom homes dominate at 45.6%, followed by three-bedroom dwellings at 29.1%, so the local stock is better aligned with singles, couples and smaller households than with large families. A monthly mortgage figure of $1,900 represents 23.1% of household income, below the recorded rent-to-income ratio of 20.2% only in absolute comparison terms, while the weekly rent is $385. Compared with detached markets in Indooroopilly, purchasers should place more weight on body corporate costs, parking, building condition and resale appeal than on land size. The 24.9% outright ownership rate is lower than the 48.1% renting share, reinforcing the importance of careful apartment selection.
For Buyers
Taringa suits buyers who value location and apartment access more than a large block, because 62.7% of dwellings are apartments and only 28.1% are separate houses. Two-bedroom homes dominate at 45.6%, followed by three-bedroom dwellings at 29.1%, so the local stock is better aligned with singles, couples and smaller households than with large families. A monthly mortgage figure of $1,900 represents 23.1% of household income, below the recorded rent-to-income ratio of 20.2% only in absolute comparison terms, while the weekly rent is $385. Compared with detached markets in Indooroopilly, purchasers should place more weight on body corporate costs, parking, building condition and resale appeal than on land size. The 24.9% outright ownership rate is lower than the 48.1% renting share, reinforcing the importance of careful apartment selection.
For Investors
Taringa has a substantial tenant base, with 48.1% of occupied dwellings rented and a weekly rent of $385. The 7.9% vacancy rate provides more leasing choice than a tightly constrained market, but it can also mean higher competition between similar apartments. Apartment demand is supported by the suburb's 62.7% apartment share, 2.2-person average household size and strong professional, education and healthcare employment base. Rent growth of 6.9% and an annual growth trend of 1.21% provide a constructive backdrop, while overseas migration is the primary growth driver. Thirty-five development applications in 12 months indicate ongoing project activity, including multiple dwelling and commercial work. Compared with lower-density family suburbs, Taringa offers a more rental-focused and higher-turnover profile, so investors should prioritise vacancy-sensitive property features such as natural light, parking and practical layouts.
Development Activity
Total DAs
135
Last 12 Months
37
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+32.1%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Taringa's median age of 33 is 7 years below the national comparison, and university attainment is 64.8%, 34.7 percentage points above the national figure. The overseas-born share is 35.6%, or 14 points above national levels, helping explain the suburb's international language mix, including Mandarin with 197 speakers, Cantonese with 73 and Korean with 50. English, Other, Irish, Scottish and Chinese are the largest reported ancestry categories, with counts of 3,122, 1,464, 1,182, 1,073 and 786 respectively. No religion is recorded for 4,059 residents, compared with 3,286 identifying with Christianity. Household size averages 2.2 people, 0.3 below the national comparison, because couples without children account for 45.8% of families. A 39.8% turnover rate also makes Taringa more mobile than a settled outer-suburban community.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
28.1%
Houses
9.2%
Townhouse
62.7%
Apartment
Tenure
Taringa's housing structure is defined by apartments and smaller dwellings rather than detached family stock. Apartments represent 62.7% of homes, separate houses 28.1% and semi-detached dwellings 9.2%. Two-bedroom properties account for 45.6% of homes, while 29.1% have 3 bedrooms and 17.0% have 4 or more. Tenure is similarly renter-heavy: 48.1% rent, 24.3% have a mortgage and 24.9% own outright. The average household size of 2.2 helps explain why compact apartments are more common than large houses. Compared with conventional house markets, buyers need to assess building quality, body corporate costs and parking as carefully as floor area. Housing stress indicators are moderate, with rent at 20.2% of household income and mortgage commitments at 23.1%, both below a severe-stress profile. The 7.9% vacancy rate also gives renters more choice than in tighter markets.
Mortgage / mo
$1,900
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $385.
$785
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $785 · units $695
HH Size
2.2
Personal Income / wk
$973
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
7.9%
Unoccupied
327
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.2%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.1%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
36.6%
Couples with children
45.8%
Couples, no children
13.1%
Single parent
2,177
Total families
Economy & Employment
Taringa has a highly qualified employment base, with Professional/Tech accounting for 18.3% of industry employment, Education 17.3% and Healthcare 16.5%. Public Administration contributes 6.7% and Retail 5.8%. Professionals are the largest occupation group at 2,144 people, followed by Clerical/Admin at 588, Community/Personal at 572 and Managers at 567. The labour force totals 5,401, participation is 71.2% and unemployment is 5.8%. Personal weekly income is $973 and household income is $1,902, placing household income at the 71st percentile, above the national midpoint. SEIFA results show an unusual split: education and occupation sits in decile 10, while income and economic resources sit in decile 3. That gap suggests strong qualifications and professional work do not translate evenly into disposable income, possibly because of housing costs, household structure or career stage.
Unemployment
5.8%
Labour Force
5,401
Unemployed
314
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
55.4%
Part-time
33.5%
Participation
71.2%
Employed
5,087
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
64.8%
Postgraduate
22.3%
Born Overseas
35.6%
Dwellings
3,766
Transport to Work
Taringa's density of 4,292.6 people per square kilometre supports access to inner-west services, although daily travel remains mixed: 45.3% drive as car occupants, 12.1% use public transport, 6.3% walk or cycle and 32.9% work from home. The high work-from-home share can reduce commuting pressure, while the apartment mix makes parking, storage and building facilities important practical checks. Socioeconomic advantage is strong overall, with IRSAD and IRSD both at decile 9, above the national midpoint, although the income and economic-resources results are lower than the education and occupation measures. Thirty-five development applications may bring construction disruption as well as upgraded housing and commercial options. For families, school planning should begin with the exact address, current enrolment zones and preferred sector, because boundaries can differ across nearby streets. Compared with lower-density suburbs, Taringa offers a more urban routine but less private outdoor space.
Drive
45.3%
Public Transport
12.1%
Walk / Cycle
6.3%
Work from Home
32.9%
Population Forecast
+1.21%/yr
(+123 people/yr)
EstablishedTaringa is forecast to be Growing (all ages), with an annual trend of 1.21% and overseas migration identified as the primary driver. Population change across the wider area is 13.8% over 10 years, indicating momentum that is broader than a single-age cycle. The gentrification score is 32 and the stage is Early signs, while rent growth of 6.9% points to continued pressure on well-located rental stock. The affordability measure moved from 47.6 in 2011 to 39.3 in 2021, with the trend labelled Improving, so the direction is more favourable than a worsening affordability trajectory even though buyers still face a compact, apartment-heavy market. Thirty-five development applications in 12 months support incremental change rather than a fully transformed precinct. Compared with a static established suburb, Taringa's combination of migration, rental growth and all-age expansion suggests steadier demand.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+286
Net Internal / yr
-74
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +21% since 2011, Strong overseas inflow +286/yr, Accelerating: 6% → 14%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Taringa compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Taringa a good suburb to live in?
Taringa suits residents who prefer an inner-west, apartment-led setting with strong professional links. The median age is 33, 64.8% hold university qualifications and 32.9% work from home. Its IRSAD decile of 9 is above the national midpoint, while 62.7% apartment living means less private outdoor space than in detached-house suburbs.
What is the median house price in Taringa?
A current median house price should be checked against recent settled sales because a reliable figure is not available here. Taringa's housing mix makes comparisons especially important: 62.7% of dwellings are apartments, 28.1% are separate houses and the weekly rent is $385. Buyers should compare like-for-like properties, including body corporate costs and parking.
What schools are in Taringa?
School choices should be checked using the exact property address and current enrolment zones. Taringa covers 2.03 square kilometres and sits close to several established inner-west education options, but eligibility can vary by street. Families should compare state, Catholic and independent settings, travel times and year-level availability rather than relying only on a suburb name.
Is Taringa safe?
Use current Queensland Police incident information and inspect the specific street before deciding, since a single suburb-wide safety number should not replace local checks. Taringa has 8,732 residents and a density of 4,292.6 people per square kilometre, so conditions can vary between apartment complexes, commercial areas and quieter residential streets. Lighting, entry security and visitor parking are useful checks.
Is Taringa good for property investment?
Taringa can suit investors seeking a renter-heavy, apartment-oriented market. Renting accounts for 48.1% of dwellings, weekly rent is $385, vacancy is 7.9% and rent growth is 6.9%. The annual growth trend is 1.21% and overseas migration is the primary driver. Thirty-five development applications also mean investors should assess competing supply, body corporate costs and apartment quality.
How is Taringa's population changing?
The wider area recorded 13.8% population change over 10 years, with an annual trend of 1.21%. The trajectory is Growing (all ages), and overseas migration is the primary driver. Gentrification is at the Early signs stage with a score of 32, while the young share has increased by 3.3 percentage points. These forces support broader demand rather than growth limited to one age group.
What languages are spoken in Taringa?
Taringa has an overseas-born share of 35.6%, which is 14 percentage points above the national comparison. Mandarin is the largest listed non-English language with 197 speakers, followed by Cantonese with 73, Korean with 50, Persian with 44 and Nepali with 41. English, Chinese and other ancestry groups also contribute to the suburb's international resident profile.
What development is occurring in Taringa?
Thirty-five development applications were recorded over 12 months. Recent examples include a commercial multiple-dwelling proposal, commercial building work involving a dwelling extension and partial demolition, and a filling or excavation compliance assessment. This level of activity is consistent with an established, apartment-led suburb experiencing early signs of change, but purchasers should check project timing and nearby construction impacts.
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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