Aroona - Currimundi

Aroona - Currimundi is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of May 2026, Aroona - Currimundi's population is approximately 10,333. This figure represents a growth of 290 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 10,043. The increase is inferred from ABS' estimated resident population of 10,328 in June 2025 and an additional 27 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a population density ratio of 1,875 persons per square kilometer, higher than the national average according to AreaSearch's assessments. Overseas migration contributed approximately 90.4% of Aroona - Currimundi's overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary growth in the area.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are used, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections lack age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Looking ahead, regional areas across the nation are anticipated to experience lower quartile growth. Aroona - Currimundi is expected to increase by 126 persons by 2041, reflecting a total gain of 1.2% over the 16-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Aroona - Currimundi, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Aroona - Currimundi averaged approximately 17 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY2021 and FY2025, 87 homes were approved, with an additional 21 approved so far in FY2026. Despite a decline in population during this period, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

The average value of new dwellings is $454,000, slightly above the regional average, indicating a focus on quality developments. This financial year has seen $10.4 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Aroona - Currimundi has significantly less development activity, with 88.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. New developments consist of 60.0% detached dwellings and 40.0% townhouses or apartments, expanding medium-density options. This marks a significant shift from existing housing patterns, which are currently 87.0% houses.

With around 745 people per dwelling approval, Aroona - Currimundi reflects a highly mature market. Future projections estimate an increase of 121 residents by 2041, with current construction levels expected to meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Aroona - Currimundi has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Area infrastructure significantly impacts local performance. AreaSearch identified 17 projects potentially influencing the area. Notable projects include Currimundi Community Hall Upgrade, Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct Upgrades (Currimundi), Solara Kings Beach, and Kawana Motorway. Relevant projects are listed below.

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The employment landscape in Aroona - Currimundi presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 3.4%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing

Aroona - Currimundi has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 3.4% as of December 2025. There were 5,150 residents in work at this time, with an unemployment rate 0.6% below Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation was somewhat lower than the regional average at 61.9%, compared to Regional Qld's 64.5%. According to Census responses, only 13.3% of residents worked from home. The leading employment industries among residents were health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. Notably, construction had employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing showed lower representation at 0.7%, compared to Regional Qld's average of 4.5%. The predominantly residential area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over a 12-month period ending in May-25, labour force decreased by 3.2% and employment declined by 2.9%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.3 percentage points. This contrasted with Regional Qld where employment rose by 0.7%, labour force grew by 1.0%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 projected national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Aroona - Currimundi's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes that did not take into account localised population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The Aroona-Currimundi SA2 had a median income of $52,010 and an average income of $65,658 among taxpayers in the financial year 2023, according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This compares to regional Queensland's figures of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. By March 2026, estimates suggest these figures will have grown to approximately $57,908 (median) and $73,117 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36%. The 2021 Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Aroona-Currimundi rank modestly, between the 33rd and 41st percentiles. Income distribution reveals that 33.3% of locals (3,440 people) fall into the $1,500-$2,999 bracket, similar to the broader area where 31.7% occupy this category. Housing affordability is severe, with only 82.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 40th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Aroona - Currimundi is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

In Aroona-Currimundi, as per the latest Census, 86.6% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 13.4% being semi-detached homes, apartments, or other types. This compares to Regional Queensland's figures of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Aroona-Currimundi stood at 39.1%, with mortgaged properties also at 39.1% and rented dwellings at 21.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, higher than Regional Queensland's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent in Aroona-Currimundi was $450, compared to Regional Queensland's $375 and the national average of $345. Nationally, Aroona-Currimundi's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,950 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Aroona - Currimundi has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 74.5% of all households, including 31.0% couples with children, 31.1% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 25.5%, with lone person households at 22.0% and group households comprising 3.4%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

Educational attainment in Aroona - Currimundi aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

In Aroona-Currimundi, 21.2% of residents aged 15 and over have university degrees, compared to Australia's 30.4%. This indicates potential for educational development. Bachelor degrees are most common at 14.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (3.1%). Vocational credentials are held by 40.3% of residents aged 15 and over, with advanced diplomas at 11.0% and certificates at 29.3%.

Educational participation is high, with 26.7% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.7% in primary education, 8.4% in secondary education, and 3.7% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Aroona - Currimundi has 37 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are serviced by four different routes that collectively provide 840 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 237 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward. The dominant mode of transportation is car at 93%, with 2% cycling. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 13.3% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 120 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 22 weekly trips per stop.

Health outcomes in Aroona - Currimundi are marginally below the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Aroona - Currimundi shows below-average health indicators based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Common health conditions are prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is at approximately 52% of the total population (~5,362 people), slightly lower than the average SA2 area. The most common medical conditions are arthritis (10.2%) and mental health issues (8.2%). 65.7% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health outcomes among the working-age population are typical. The area has 23.0% of residents aged 65 and over (2,372 people), higher than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

Aroona - Currimundi ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Aroona-Currimundi had a cultural diversity index below average, with 82.5% of its population born in Australia, 91.0% being citizens, and 95.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 48.7% of people, compared to 52.2% regionally. The top three ancestry groups were English (33.8%), Australian (27.6%), and Irish (9.1%).

Notably, New Zealanders comprised 1.2%, Scots 9.0%, and Germans 4.8%, all higher than the regional averages of 0.9%, 7.8%, and 4.7% respectively.

Aroona - Currimundi hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Aroona - Currimundi's median age is 44 years, which is slightly higher than Regional Queensland's average of 41 years and considerably older than Australia's median age of 38 years. The age profile indicates that the 55-64 year-old group is particularly prominent, making up 13.6% of the population, while the 25-34 year-old group is comparatively smaller at 9.9%. Between 2021 and present, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 10.7% to 12.0%, and the 0 to 4 age cohort has grown from 4.6% to 5.6%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group has declined from 13.2% to 11.0%, and the 45 to 54 age group has decreased from 13.7% to 12.6%. Population forecasts for Aroona - Currimundi in the year 2041 suggest significant demographic changes. The 85+ age cohort is projected to grow by 47%, adding 163 residents to reach a total of 513. Senior residents aged 65 and above will drive 64% of population growth, highlighting the trend towards an aging population. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 45-54 age group and the 5-14 age cohort.