Bouldercombe

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

Bouldercombe's population, as of May 2026, is approximately 1,972. This figure represents an increase of 24 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,948 people. The change can be inferred from the estimated resident population of 1,972 in June 2025 and the addition of 37 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1.5 persons per square kilometer. Natural growth contributed approximately 45% to overall population gains recently, with all factors including interstate migration and overseas migration being positive drivers.

AreaSearch uses 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 from 2023, based on 2021 data, are adopted. However, these state projections lack age category splits; thus, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 and based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Future population projections indicate lower quartile growth nationally for regional areas, with the area expected to grow by 52 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of approximately 2.6%.

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

Bouldercombe had 9 new dwelling approvals over the five-year period ending in 2018, with an average of 1 annually. This low development level reflects its rural nature, where housing needs drive development rather than market demand. The small sample size means individual projects can significantly influence statistics.

Bouldercombe's activity is less than Rest of Qld and below national averages. All new constructions were detached dwellings, suited for families seeking rural lifestyle. With 824 people estimated per dwelling approval, the area has a quiet development environment. By 2041, Bouldercombe's population is forecast to grow by 52 residents.

If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Bouldercombe has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 47thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 23 projects that could impact the area. Notable projects include Capricorn BESS Project, The Central BESS, Bouldercombe Battery Project, and Mount Morgan Tailings Processing and Rehabilitation Project. The following list details those likely most relevant.

Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.

Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.

AreaSearch analysis places Bouldercombe well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

Bouldercombe has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominent manufacturing and industrial sectors, and an unemployment rate of 2.2%. As of December 2025, there are 1,020 employed residents, with an unemployment rate at 1.8%, below Regional Qld's 4.0%. Workforce participation is similar to Regional Qld's 64.5%.

Census data shows that 11.4% of residents work from home. Key industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and mining, with mining being particularly specialized at 2.7 times the regional level. However, accommodation & food services are under-represented at 4.7%, compared to Regional Qld's 8.3%. The area may have limited local employment opportunities based on Census data.

From December 2024 to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 3.4% and employment fell by 2.3%, leading to a 1.1 percentage point drop in unemployment. In contrast, Regional Qld saw employment grow by 0.7%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 indicate that overall employment is projected to increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bouldercombe's employment mix suggests local employment could grow by 5.7% over five years and 12.3% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

The median income among taxpayers in Bouldercombe SA2 was $55,370 according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The average income stood at $66,565 during the same period. These figures compare to regional Queensland's median and average incomes of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively in that year. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated current incomes would be approximately $61,660 (median) and $74,127 (average) as of March 2026. Census data from 2021 shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Bouldercombe fall between the 18th and 31st percentiles nationally. Income distribution indicates that 28.4% of locals (560 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 annually, which is consistent with broader trends across the area showing 31.7% in the same income category. Housing costs are manageable with 87.6% retained, but disposable income sits below average at the 36th percentile nationally.

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

Dwelling structure in Bouldercombe, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 98.1% houses and 1.9% other dwellings. In comparison, Regional Qld had 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bouldercombe was 46.2%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (41.0%) or rented (12.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,550, below Regional Qld's average of $1,655 and the Australian average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure was $250, compared to Regional Qld's $345 and the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 75.8 percent of all households, including 30.0 percent couples with children, 36.4 percent couples without children, and 9.9 percent single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 24.2 percent, with lone person households at 21.6 percent and group households comprising 1.3 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 10.1%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 8.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.2%) and graduate diplomas (0.9%). Vocational credentials are common, with 42.4% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (8.2%) and certificates (34.2%). Educational participation is high at 31.6%, with 12.5% in primary education, 12.5% in secondary education, and 2.2% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.5% in primary education, 12.5% in secondary education, and 2.2% pursuing tertiary education.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

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

Bouldercombe faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Both younger and older age groups exhibit high prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover stands at approximately 52% of the total population (~1,027 people), slightly lower than the average SA2 area. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 10.3%) and asthma (8.1%). Conversely, 63.4% of residents report being free from medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Working-age individuals in the area face notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The proportion of seniors aged 65 and over is higher than average at 24.5% (482 people), compared to 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

The latest Census data sees Bouldercombe placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Bouldercombe, surveyed in June 2016, had a population with 86.3% being citizens, 94.4% born in Australia, and 99.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 60.2%, compared to Regional Queensland's 52.2%. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (37.0%), English (32.7%), and Scottish (7.7%).

Notably, German ancestry was present in Bouldercombe at 4.7% (regional average: 4.7%), Australian Aboriginal at 4.4% (vs regional 3.9%), and Spanish at 0.4% (vs regional 0.3%).

Bouldercombe hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Bouldercombe's median age is 46 years, which is significantly higher than Regional Queensland's median age of 41 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional Queensland, Bouldercombe has a higher proportion of residents aged 65-74 (15.8%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (7.5%). The concentration of residents aged 65-74 in Bouldercombe is notably higher than the national average of 9.4%. Between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, the proportion of residents aged 65 to 74 increased from 13.7% to 15.8%, while those aged 75 to 84 grew from 5.6% to 6.7%. Meanwhile, the proportion of residents aged 45 to 54 decreased from 13.8% to 12.3%, and those aged 5 to 14 dropped from 13.4% to 11.9%. By 2041, Bouldercombe's age composition is projected to change significantly. The demographic shift will be led by the 75 to 84 age group, which is expected to grow by 60%, reaching 212 people from 132. This growth in the older population means that residents aged 65 and over will represent 78% of the anticipated population growth. Conversely, both the 45 to 54 and 5 to 14 age groups are projected to decrease in size.