Beerwah

Beerwah lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Beerwah's population is around 9,927 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 672 people (7.3%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,255 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 9,878 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 223 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 66 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Over the past decade, Beerwah has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a 2.1% compound annual growth rate, outpacing the Rest of Qld. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration, which contributed approximately 54.9% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers, including overseas migration and natural growth, were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence, where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Looking at population projections moving forward, an above-median population growth for regional areas across the nation is projected, with the area expected to expand by 1,909 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 18.7% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Beerwah among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Beerwah has seen around 81 new homes approved annually, totalling 406 homes over the past 5 financial years. So far in FY-26174 approvals have been recorded. Given an average of 2 new residents per year per dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand appear well-balanced, creating stable market conditions, though recent data shows this has moderated to 1.4 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, suggesting improved supply-demand balance. Development projects average $284,000 in construction value—under regional levels—indicating more accessible housing choices for buyers. There have also been $25.0 million in commercial approvals this financial year, suggesting balanced commercial development activity.

Relative to the Rest of Qld, Beerwah shows approximately 58% of the construction activity per person while it places among the 90th percentile of areas assessed nationally, though building activity has accelerated in recent years. Recent construction comprises 40.0% standalone homes and 60.0% attached dwellings. This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points and suits downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This shows a considerable change from the current housing mix (currently 88.0% houses), reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. The location has approximately 131 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market.

Looking ahead, Beerwah is expected to grow by 1,860 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Beerwah has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 79 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include the Beerwah Fire and Rescue Station Replacement, Beerwah Affordable Housing Development, Greber Road Social Housing Development, and Beerwah Station Upgrade, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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Beerwah shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Beerwah features a balanced workforce spanning white and blue collar employment, with the construction sector a particular standout in terms of representation, and an unemployment rate of 4.6%. As of December 2025, 4,828 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 0.6% above Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%, and workforce participation is somewhat below standard (61.0% compared to Regional Qld's 65.4%). Based on Census responses, a low 13.1% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The area demonstrates a particularly notable concentration in construction, with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, public administration & safety shows lower representation at 4.0% versus the regional average of 5.9%. The area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of the Census working population versus the resident population.

Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 3.2% while employment declined by 3.1%, leaving unemployment broadly flat. This compares to Regional Qld, where employment grew by 0.7%, labour force expanded by 1.0%, and unemployment rose 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Beerwah. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Beerwah's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-23, the Beerwah SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $50,311 with the average level standing at $62,518. This is lower than average on a national basis and compares to levels of $53,146 and $66,593 across Regional Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $55,297 (median) and $68,714 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Beerwah, between the 26th and 37th percentiles. Income analysis reveals 34.0% of the population (3,375 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, mirroring the region where 31.7% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.9% of income remaining, ranking at the 37th percentile.

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

Dwelling structure within Beerwah, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 88.0% houses and 12.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Beerwah was in line with that of Regional Qld, at 33.8%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (41.7%) or rented (24.6%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was above the Regional Qld average at $1,733, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $390, compared to Regional Qld's $1,655 and $345. Nationally, Beerwah's mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are exceeding the national figure of $375.

Beerwah features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 77.4% of all households, comprising 32.5% couples with children, 30.7% couples without children, and 13.2% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 22.6%, with lone person households at 19.8% and group households comprising 2.9% of the total. The median household size of 2.7 people is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Beerwah fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (16.2%) substantially below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 11.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 44.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (11.3%) and certificates (32.9%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.6% in primary education, 8.7% in secondary education, and 3.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 4 active transport stops operating within Beerwah, comprising a mix of trains and buses. These stops are serviced by 42 individual routes, collectively providing 531 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as limited, with residents typically located 1854 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward, and the car remains the dominant mode at 91%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.8 per dwelling, which is above the regional average. A relatively low 13.1% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 75 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 132 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Beerwah is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data reveals substantial challenges facing Beerwah, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The prevalence of common health conditions is notable across both younger and older age cohorts, and the rate of private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (~5,003 people). This compares to 52.5% across Regional Qld. The national average is 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 10.2% and 9.7% of residents, respectively, while 64.0% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 20.3% of residents aged 65 and over (2,013 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Beerwah was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 88.2% of its population being citizens, 83.7% born in Australia, and 95.2% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Beerwah is Christianity, which makes up 46.3% of the population. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 0.9% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Beerwah are English, comprising 32.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 28.8% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 8.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: New Zealand is notably overrepresented at 1.2% of Beerwah (vs 0.9% regionally), German at 4.9% (vs 4.7%) and Welsh at 0.7% (vs 0.5%).

Beerwah's population is slightly older than the national pattern

With a median age of 40, Beerwah is close to the Regional Qld figure of 41 but modestly exceeds the national norm of 38. The 25 - 34 age group shows strong representation at 13.8% compared to Regional Qld, whereas the 5 - 14 cohort is less prevalent at 10.6%. Following the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group has grown from 11.9% to 13.8% of the population, while the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 11.9% to 13.8%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 13.2% to 10.6% and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 12.5% to 11.3%. Demographic modeling suggests Beerwah's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. Leading the demographic shift, the 25 to 34 group will grow by 38% (527 people), reaching 1,897 from 1,369. Meanwhile, numbers in the 15 to 24 age range are expected to fall by 68.