Bli Bli

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

Bli Bli's population was around 11,989 as of May 2026. This figure reflects an increase of 1,239 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,750 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 11,935 in June 2025 and an additional 141 validated new addresses since the Census date. This equates to a density ratio of 267 persons per square kilometer. Bli Bli's growth rate of 11.5% since the 2021 census exceeded the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national average, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 55.5% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. These state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings are applied in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Future population dynamics anticipate an above median growth of national non-metropolitan areas, with the area expected to increase by 1,632 persons to 2041 based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a gain of 13.2% in total over the 16 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Bli Bli when compared nationally

Bli Bli has averaged approximately 58 new dwelling approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, a total of 294 homes were approved, with an additional 19 approved so far in FY-26. This results in an average of 5.6 new residents per year for every home built during this period, indicating significant demand outpacing supply.

The average construction value of these new homes is $221,000, which is below regional levels, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. Commercial approvals have reached $8.6 million in the current financial year, reflecting the area's predominantly residential nature. Comparatively, Bli Bli shows around 75% of the construction activity per person when compared to the Rest of Qld and falls within the 27th percentile nationally among assessed areas.

This results in relatively limited buyer choice, driving interest in existing homes. New developments primarily consist of standalone homes (94.0%) with a smaller portion being medium or high-density housing (6.0%), maintaining the area's low-density character and attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 620 people, reflecting its quiet and low activity development environment. Looking forward, Bli Bli is projected to grow by 1,578 residents by 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current construction rates appear balanced with future demand, promoting steady market conditions without excessive price pressure.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 21 projects likely affecting the region. Notable ones are Parklakes Central (Bli Bli Northern Village), Good Samaritan Catholic College Expansion, Bli Bli Major Sport and Recreation Precinct, and Bli Bli Village Centre. The following list details those most relevant.

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While Bli Bli retains a healthy unemployment rate of 3.4%, recent employment declines have impacted its national performance ranking

Bli Bli has a skilled workforce with notable representation in the construction sector. Its unemployment rate is 3.4%. As of December 2025, 5721 residents are employed while the unemployment rate stands at 3.4%, which is 0.6% below Regional Queensland's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation is lower than the regional average at 62.2%. According to Census responses, 13.6% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade, with a particularly strong specialization in construction at 1.5 times the regional level. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 1.3%.

The area may offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the ratio of Census working population to resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, the labour force decreased by 3.1% while employment declined by 3.3%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Queensland saw employment grow by 0.7%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bli Bli's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, although this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Bli Bli SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $49,359 and an average of $60,347. This is below the national average. Regional Qld had a median income of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 during this period. Based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, current estimates for Bli Bli SA2 are approximately $54,966 (median) and $67,202 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census data ranks household, family, and personal incomes in Bli Bli modestly, between the 40th and 47th percentiles. The earnings profile indicates that 37.3% of locals (4,471 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, similar to metropolitan regions where 31.7% occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Bli Bli, with only 83.7% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 47th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Bli Bli, as evaluated at the latest Census held in 2016, comprised 82.5% houses and 17.5% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types of dwellings. This is compared to Regional Queensland's figures of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. In terms of home ownership in Bli Bli, it stood at 37.9%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (41.6%) or rented (20.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,900, which is higher than the Regional Queensland average of $1,850 and also above the national average of $1,863. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent figure for Bli Bli was recorded at $460, compared to Regional Queensland's $350 and the national average of $375.

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

Family households constitute 78.6% of all households, including 34.3% couples with children, 33.5% couples without children, and 10.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 21.4%, with lone person households at 18.8% and group households comprising 2.6% of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

Bli Bli performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

The area's university qualification rate is 19.9%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.1%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 43.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (13.0%) and certificates (30.9%). Educational participation is high, with 27.3% currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 10.8% in primary, 7.0% in secondary, and 3.3% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.8% in primary education, 7.0% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transport in Bli Bli shows that there are 23 active transport stops operating within the area. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with two individual routes providing a total of 280 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport is rated as moderate, with residents typically located 421 meters from the nearest stop. As Bli Bli is primarily residential, most residents commute outward, with car being the dominant mode of transport at 95%. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 13.6% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 40 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 12 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Bli Bli is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Bli Bli demonstrates above-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both young and old age cohorts show low prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 49% (~5,898 people) have private health cover, compared to Regional Qld's 52.5% and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (9.6%) and mental health issues (8.3%). 67.1% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, similar to Regional Qld's 67.6%. Health outcomes among working-age residents are typical. 20.8% (~2,492 people) are aged 65 and over, with health outcomes above average, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

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

Bli Bli had a cultural diversity level below average, with 81.6% of its population born in Australia, 90.2% being citizens, and 95.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion in Bli Bli, comprising 49.6% of people, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. The top three ancestral groups were English (33.5%), Australian (27.2%), and Irish (8.6%).

Notably, German ancestry was overrepresented at 5.0%, New Zealand at 1.0%, and South Australian at 0.6%.

Bli Bli's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Bli Bli has a median age of 40, which is close to Regional Queensland's figure of 41 but exceeds the national norm of 38. The age group of 35-44 shows strong representation at 15.7%, compared to Regional Queensland. However, the 55-64 cohort is less prevalent at 10.4%. According to the 2021 Census, the 15-24 age group has grown from 8.7% to 10.1%, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 14.4% to 15.7%. Conversely, the 65-74 cohort declined from 11.6% to 9.8%, and the 55-64 group dropped from 11.5% to 10.4%. Demographic modeling suggests that Bli Bli's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041, with the 25-34 age group expected to grow by 24%, reaching 1,692 people from 1,365. Meanwhile, numbers in the 15-24 age range are projected to fall by 1%.