Berserker

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

Berserker's population, as of May 2026, is approximately 7,293 people. This figure reflects an increase of 269 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 7,024 people. The growth was inferred from ABS estimates: 7,293 residents in June 2025 and seven validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 727 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages across areas assessed by AreaSearch. Natural growth contributed approximately 56.3% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 (based on 2021 data) are adopted. These state projections lack age category splits; thus, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023, based on 2022 data. Looking ahead, population projections indicate a median increase for non-metropolitan areas, with Berserker expected to gain approximately 575 persons by 2041, reflecting a total growth of 7.9% over the 16-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Berserker according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Berserker averaged approximately five new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, with a total of 26 homes approved during this period. In FY26, up until now, there have been 45 dwelling approvals. Each year, on average, 11 new residents arrived per dwelling constructed between FY21 and FY25, indicating that demand significantly outstrips supply, which typically leads to price growth and increased buyer competition.

The average expected construction cost value of new dwellings was $276,000, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. This financial year has seen $8.5 million in commercial approvals, reflecting the area's predominantly residential nature. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Berserker has significantly less development activity, 81.0% below the regional average per person, which usually strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. However, development activity has increased recently. This is also under the national average, indicating the area's established nature and suggesting potential planning limitations. New development consists of 50.0% detached dwellings and 50.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a significant shift from the current housing pattern of 81.0% houses. This change may be due to diminishing developable land availability and evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs.

The estimated population per dwelling approval in Berserker is 2071 people, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment. Future projections estimate Berserker will add 575 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Berserker has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 20 projects that may impact the region. Notable ones include the 196 Mason Street Residential Subdivision, Large Format Retail Development Moores Creek Road, Mildura Rise Estate, and Rockhampton Large Format Retail Centre (Anaconda anchor). The following list provides details of those most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Berserker faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Berserker's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs, with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 7.4% as of December 2025. In this month, 3,558 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 3.4% above Regional Queensland's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation was on par with Regional Qld's 64.5%. According to Census responses, only 3.7% of residents worked from home. The leading employment industries among residents included health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. Retail trade showed notable concentration, with employment levels at 1.2 times the regional average.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing had lower representation at 0.5% compared to the regional average of 4.5%. Many residents commuted elsewhere for work based on Census data comparing working population to local population. In the 12-month period ending in Berserker, the labour force decreased by 3.4%, while employment declined by 0.9%. This resulted in a fall of 2.3 percentage points in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Regional Queensland saw employment rise by 0.7%, the labour force grow by 1.0%, and unemployment rise by 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, issued in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Berserker's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

The Berserker SA2's median income among taxpayers in financial year 2023 was $48,740. The average income stood at $57,359 during the same period. These figures are lower than those for Regional Qld, which had median and average incomes of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. By March 2026, estimated median and average incomes in Berserker would be approximately $54,277 and $63,875 based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Berserker all fell between the 11th and 23rd percentiles nationally. The predominant income cohort in Berserker spans 29.5% of locals (2,151 people) with incomes ranging from $1,500 to $2,999. This is similar to the broader area where 31.7% of individuals occupy this income bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Berserker, with only 83.5% of income remaining after expenses, ranking at the 12th percentile nationally.

Berserker is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Berserker, as per the latest Census evaluation, 80.8% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 19.1% being other types such as semi-detached homes and apartments. This is compared to Queensland's regional average of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Berserker stood at 25.3%, with mortgaged properties at 31.4% and rented dwellings at 43.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,116, significantly lower than Regional Queensland's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent in Berserker was $260, considerably less than the regional average of $345 and the national figure of $375. Nationally, Berserker's mortgage repayments were well below the Australian average of $1,863.

Berserker features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 60.5% of all households, including 21.8% couples with children, 20.5% couples without children, and 16.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 39.5%, with lone person households at 35.0% and group households comprising 4.4%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

Berserker faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 11.6%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 39.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (7.2%) and certificates (32.6%). Educational participation is high at 30.7%, comprising primary education (12.3%), secondary education (9.3%), and tertiary education (3.6%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.3% in primary education, 9.3% in secondary education, and 3.6% pursuing tertiary education.

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Health performance in Berserker is well below average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Health data indicates substantial health challenges in Berserker based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. A range of health conditions significantly impacts both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is found to be very low at approximately 48% of the total population, which consists of around 3,471 people.

This compares to a regional Queensland average of 52.5%, and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health issues and arthritis are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 10.7% and 9.9% of residents respectively. Around 61.1% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across regional Queensland. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. Berserker has 15.9% of its residents aged 65 and over, which amounts to approximately 1,156 people. This figure is lower than the 20.4% in regional Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with those of the general population.

Berserker is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Berserker's population was found to be predominantly culturally homogeneous, with 86.2% being citizens, 89.7% born in Australia, and 93.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Berserker, comprising 50.4% of its population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Queensland. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (30.3%), English (29.6%), and Australian Aboriginal (7.8%).

Notably, German ancestry was overrepresented at 4.2%, compared to the regional average of 4.7%. Vietnamese ancestry was also higher than the regional average, at 0.7% versus 0.2%, as was Filipino ancestry at 1.4% versus 0.9%.

Berserker's population is younger than the national pattern

The median age in Berserker is 35 years, which is lower than Regional Queensland's average of 41 years and under the national average of 38 years. The 25-34 age cohort is notably over-represented at 18.0% locally compared to Regional Queensland's average, while the 65-74 year-olds are under-represented at 8.6%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 15.3% to 18.0% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has decreased from 13.8% to 11.9%, and the 45 to 54 age group has dropped from 11.6% to 10.5%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Berserker, with the 25 to 34 age group expected to grow by 23% (296 people), reaching 1,609 from 1,312. Meanwhile, both the 5 to 14 and 55 to 64 age groups are projected to have reduced numbers.