Boyne Island - Tannum Sands

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

Boyne Island - Tannum Sands' population is approximately 10,693 as of February 2026. This figure represents a growth of 630 people (6.3%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 10,063. The increase is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,626 in June 2024 and an additional 40 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 87 persons per square kilometer. Boyne Island - Tannum Sands' growth rate of 6.3% since the census is within 0.5 percentage points of its SA4 region's growth rate of 6.8%, indicating strong growth fundamentals. Natural growth contributed approximately 38.4% to overall population gains recently, with other drivers such as overseas and interstate migration also being positive factors.

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 do not provide age category splits, so proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 and based on 2022 data are applied for each age cohort when utilised. Future population trends suggest a modest increase just below the median of Australia's regional areas. The area is expected to grow by 1,118 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 9.8% over the 17-year period based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Boyne Island - Tannum Sands among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

Boyne Island - Tannum Sands has granted approximately 48 residential property approvals annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 243 homes have been approved, with an additional 26 approved in FY26 so far. On average, about 1.9 new residents arrive per year for each new home built over these five years.

This balance between supply and demand has maintained stable market conditions, with new homes being constructed at an average expected cost of $374,000. In the current financial year, commercial approvals totaling $2.0 million have been registered, indicative of the area's residential nature. Comparatively, Boyne Island - Tannum Sands has shown slightly higher development activity than the rest of Queensland, with a 42.0% increase per person over the five-year period. This has preserved reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand.

The new building activity is currently split almost equally between standalone homes (51.0%) and townhouses or apartments (49.0%), marking a shift from the existing housing pattern of 86.0% houses. This change suggests diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. The area reflects low density, with approximately 268 people per approval. Looking ahead, Boyne Island - Tannum Sands is projected to grow by around 1,051 residents by the year 2041, according to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Boyne Island - Tannum Sands has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified seven projects that could impact this region. Notable projects include Boyne Tannum Aquatic Centre, Tannum Sands Priority Development Area, Riverstone Rise, and Hughes Road Battery Energy Storage System. The following details those likely to be most relevant.

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The employment environment in Boyne Island - Tannum Sands shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Boyne Island - Tannum Sands has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector is prominent. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate was 3.5%, with an estimated employment growth of 0.9% over the past year.

There were 5,895 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 0.6% below Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation was high at 72.3%, compared to Rest of Qld's 65.7%. Only 6.1% of residents worked from home according to Census responses, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key industries are manufacturing, construction, and health care & social assistance.

Manufacturing employs a high proportion at 3.2 times the regional level, while health care & social assistance employs 10.8%, below Rest of Qld's 16.1%. Employment opportunities appear limited locally based on Census data. Over September 2024 to September 2025, employment increased by 0.9% and labour force grew by 1.3%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment rise by 1.7%, labour force grow by 2.1%, and unemployment rise by 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Boyne Island - Tannum Sands' employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.3% over five years and 11.8% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

The Boyne Island - Tannum Sands SA2's median income among taxpayers was $67,273 and the average income stood at $83,324 in financial year 2023, according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This compares to figures for Rest of Qld's of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $73,940 (median) and $91,581 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Boyne Island - Tannum Sands cluster around the 61st percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 32.9% of residents (3,517 people). After housing costs, residents retain 86.8% of income.

Boyne Island - Tannum Sands is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

In Boyne Island - Tannum Sands, as per the latest Census evaluation, 85.7% of dwellings were houses while 14.3% consisted of other types such as semi-detached units, apartments and 'other' dwellings. This is compared to Non-Metro Qld's figures of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Boyne Island - Tannum Sands stood at 27.8%, with the rest being mortgaged (40.5%) or rented (31.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, exceeding Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $300, lower than Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, Boyne Island - Tannum Sands' mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially lower than the national figure of $375.

Boyne Island - Tannum Sands has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 75.3% of all households, including 33.3% couples with children, 30.6% couples without children, and 10.5% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 24.7%, with lone person households at 22.7% and group households comprising 2.2%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Boyne Island - Tannum Sands fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 15.1%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 46.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 9.8% and certificates at 36.9%. Educational participation is high, with 31.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 12.6% in primary education, 10.5% in secondary education, and 2.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Boyne Island - Tannum Sands has 22 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. There is one route serving these stops, offering a total of 60 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is limited, with residents on average located 670 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward from this primarily residential area, with cars being the dominant mode of transport at 92%. On average, there are 1.6 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 6.1% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 8 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 2 weekly trips per individual stop.

Boyne Island - Tannum Sands's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Boyne Island - Tannum Sands' health metrics closely align with national benchmarks. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are standard across both young and old age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 61% of the total population (6,501 people), compared to 52.5% in the rest of Queensland and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are mental health issues and arthritis, affecting 7.9% and 7.8% of residents respectively. 72.4% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among the working-age population are typical. The area has 16.5% of residents aged 65 and over (1,762 people), lower than the 20.4% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings higher than those of the general population.

Boyne Island - Tannum Sands is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Boyne Island-Tannum Sands showed lower cultural diversity, with 88.7% citizens, 84.7% born in Australia, and 96.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion, at 47.0%. Judaism was slightly overrepresented at 0.1%, compared to 0.1% regionally.

The top ancestral groups were English (31.1%), Australian (30.0%), and Scottish (8.4%). There were notable differences in South African (1.0% vs regional 0.5%), New Zealand (1.1% vs 0.9%), and Maori (1.1% vs 0.8%) representation.

Boyne Island - Tannum Sands's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Boyne Island - Tannum Sands is 39 years, which is lower than Rest of Qld's average of 41 but close to the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that 5-14 year-olds make up 13.7% of the population, while those aged 75-84 constitute 4.8%. Between 2021 and present, the 65-74 age group has grown from 8.8% to 10.6%, and the 75-84 cohort has increased from 3.5% to 4.8%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has decreased from 16.1% to 13.7%, and the 45-54 group has dropped from 15.4% to 13.2%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Boyne Island - Tannum Sands's age structure. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to increase by 272 people (24%) from 1,136 to 1,409. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 51% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. Meanwhile, the 55-64 and 5-14 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.