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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Bouldercombe's population is around 1,983 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 35 people (1.8%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,948 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 1,980 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 36 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 1.5 persons per square kilometer, providing ample space per person. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth, which contributed approximately 88.9% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts 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 applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. As we examine future population trends, lower quartile growth of regional areas nationally is anticipated, with the area expected to expand by 54 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 2.6% in total over the 17 years.

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

Bouldercombe shows minimal construction activity with 1 new dwelling approved annually (9 approvals over five years). Such low development levels are characteristic of rural areas where housing needs are modest and construction activity is naturally limited by local demand and infrastructure capacity. Note: given the small number of approvals, individual development projects can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.

Bouldercombe shows significantly less construction activity than the Rest of Qld. The development pattern is also well below national averages. Meanwhile, recent building activity consists entirely of standalone homes, reflecting the area's rural character where larger properties and space are typical. The estimated count of 824 people in the area per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low-activity development environment.

Future projections show Bouldercombe adding 51 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Bouldercombe has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 41stth percentile nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 24 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include the Capricorn BESS Project, The Central BESS, the Bouldercombe Battery Project, and the Mount Morgan Tailings Processing and Rehabilitation Project, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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The labour market in Bouldercombe shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Bouldercombe possesses a balanced workforce spanning white and blue collar employment, with manufacturing and industrial sectors strongly represented, and an unemployment rate of just 2.2%. As of December 2025, 1,020 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.8% below Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%, and workforce participation is broadly similar to Regional Qld's 65.4%. Based on Census responses, a low 11.4% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

The dominant employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, construction, and mining. The area demonstrates a particularly notable concentration in mining, with employment levels at 2.7 times the regional average. Conversely, accommodation & food is under-represented, with only 4.7% of Bouldercombe's workforce compared to 8.3% in Regional Qld. 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 3.4% while employment declined by 2.3%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 1.1 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld experienced employment growth of 0.7% and labour force growth of 1.0%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Bouldercombe. 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 Bouldercombe's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.7% over five years and 12.3% 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 align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-23, the Bouldercombe SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $55,370 with the average level standing at $66,565. This is slightly 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 $60,857 (median) and $73,162 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Bouldercombe all fall between the 18th and 31st percentiles nationally. Income analysis reveals 28.4% of the population (563 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region showing 31.7% in the same category. Housing costs are manageable with 87.6% retained, though disposable income sits below average at the 36th percentile.

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

Dwelling structure within Bouldercombe, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 98.1% houses and 1.9% 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 Bouldercombe was well beyond that of Regional Qld, at 46.2%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (41.0%) or rented (12.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was below the Regional Qld average at $1,550, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $250, compared to Regional Qld's $1,655 and $345. Nationally, Bouldercombe's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

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

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

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (10.1%) substantially below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 8.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.2%) and graduate diplomas (0.9%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 42.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (8.2%) and certificates (34.2%).

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

Health data reveals substantial challenges facing Bouldercombe, 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 slightly lags that of the average SA2 area at approximately 52% of the total population (~1,033 people).

The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and asthma, impacting 10.3 and 8.1% of residents, respectively, while 63.4% 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 23.9% of residents aged 65 and over (474 people), which is higher than the 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 was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 86.3% of its population being citizens, 94.4% born in Australia, and 99.6% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Bouldercombe is Christianity, which makes up 60.2% of the population. This compares to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bouldercombe are Australian, comprising 37.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 26.5%, English, comprising 32.7% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: German is notably overrepresented at 4.7% of Bouldercombe (vs 4.7% regionally), Australian Aboriginal at 4.4% (vs 3.9%) and Spanish at 0.4% (vs 0.3%).

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

Bouldercombe's median age of 46 years stands significantly above Regional Qld's 41 as well as well above the 38-year national average. Relative to Regional Qld, Bouldercombe has a higher concentration of 65 - 74 residents (16.1%) but fewer 25 - 34 year-olds (7.5%). This 65 - 74 concentration is well above the national 9.5%. Since the 2021 Census, the 65 to 74 age group has grown from 13.7% to 16.1% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 13.4% to 11.7% and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 13.8% to 12.4%. By 2041, Bouldercombe is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition. Leading the demographic shift, the 75 to 84 group will grow by 61% (72 people), reaching 191 from 118. Demographic aging continues as residents 65 and older represent 76% of anticipated growth. Conversely, both 45 to 54 and 5 to 14 age groups will see reduced numbers.