Caloundra - Kings Beach
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Population growth drivers in Caloundra - Kings Beach are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Caloundra - Kings Beach's population is around 7,123 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase since the 2021 Census figure of 6,973 people, a rise of 150 individuals (2.2%). The change is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 7,072 in June 2024 and an additional 298 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,785 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration was the primary driver behind this growth.

AreaSearch adopts 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 used, with proportional growth weightings applied for age cohorts lacking category splits. By 2041, the population is forecast to increase by 2,540 persons, a rise of 34.8% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Caloundra - Kings Beach recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Caloundra - Kings Beach has averaged approximately 48 new dwelling approvals annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, a total of 244 homes were approved, with an additional 41 approved so far in FY-26. Over these five financial years, the area saw an average of only 0.2 people moving to the area per dwelling built annually.

This suggests that new supply is meeting or exceeding demand, providing ample buyer choice and capacity for population growth beyond current forecasts. The average construction value of new properties was $388,000. In FY-26, commercial approvals totalling $25.1 million have been registered, indicating moderate levels of commercial development in the area. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Caloundra - Kings Beach records significantly lower building activity, which is 54.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing homes.

Recent construction in the area comprises 7.0% detached dwellings and 93.0% attached dwellings, reflecting a trend towards compact living that offers affordable entry pathways and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. The location currently has approximately 483 people per dwelling approval, indicating an established area. Future projections suggest Caloundra - Kings Beach will add 2,482 residents by 2041. However, at current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially leading to increased buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Caloundra - Kings Beach has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 34thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 23 projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include Caloundra Centre Activation Project, BIANCO Caloundra, Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade (CTCU), and Sunset Caloundra. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Caloundra - Kings Beach faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Caloundra - Kings Beach has a skilled workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 5.5%, showing relative stability over the past year.

As of June 2025, there are 3,243 employed residents, with an unemployment rate 1.6% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation lags at 47.3%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, accommodation & food services, and retail trade. Notably, employment in accommodation & food services is at 1.5 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing employs just 1.1% of local workers, below Rest of Qld's 4.5%.

The resident-to-worker ratio is 1:1, indicating substantial local employment opportunities. Between June 2024 and June 2025, the labour force decreased by 2.3%, while employment declined by 0.5%, leading to a 1.7 percentage point drop in unemployment rate. In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment growth of 1.8% and labour force growth of 2.0%, with unemployment rising by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May 2025) project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but local growth patterns may differ due to varying industry-specific projections. Applying these projections to Caloundra - Kings Beach's employment mix suggests potential local growth of approximately 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years.

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

Caloundra - Kings Beach had a median taxpayer income of $44,082 and an average of $56,282 in financial year 2022. This was lower than the national average, with Rest of Qld having a median income of $50,780 and an average income of $64,844. By September 2025, estimates suggest the median income will be approximately $50,249 and the average will be around $64,156, based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022. According to Census 2021 data, incomes in Caloundra - Kings Beach fall between the 9th and 22nd percentiles nationally for households, families, and individuals. The $800 - 1,499 earnings band includes 28.3% of the community (2,015 individuals), while the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket leads in the region at 31.7%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 80.1% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 8th percentile nationally.

Caloundra - Kings Beach features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Caloundra - Kings Beach dwelling structure in 2016 comprised 15.4% houses and 84.6% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 70.4% houses and 29.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Caloundra - Kings Beach was 38.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 15.7% and rented at 45.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, below Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,950. Median weekly rent in Caloundra - Kings Beach was $370, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $450. Nationally, mortgage repayments were lower at $1,863 and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 54.5% of all households, including 10.7% couples with children, 33.4% couples without children, and 9.5% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 45.5%, with lone person households at 41.1% and group households making up 4.3%. The median household size is 1.9 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Educational attainment in Caloundra - Kings Beach aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

In Caloundra - Kings Beach, 24.0% of residents aged 15+ hold university degrees, compared to Australia's 30.4%. This indicates potential for educational development. Bachelor degrees are most common at 16.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 37.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 11.9% and certificates at 25.7%.

Notably, 20.2% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 5.9% in primary, 5.0% in secondary, and 4.4% in tertiary education. The area has 4 schools with a combined enrollment of 2,248 students, operating under typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1027). The educational mix includes 1 primary, 2 secondary, and 1 K-12 school. Caloundra - Kings Beach functions as an education hub with 31.5 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 13.3, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Caloundra - Kings Beach has 30 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by 9 different routes that together provide 2612 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as good, with residents on average located 207 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 373 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 87 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Caloundra - Kings Beach is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Caloundra - Kings Beach faces significant health challenges with various conditions affecting both younger and older residents. Approximately 48% (~3,419 people) have private health cover, lower than Rest of Qld's 52.7% and the national average of 55.3%. Common medical conditions include arthritis (12.4%) and mental health issues (9.3%).

Conversely, 59.3% report no medical ailments, compared to 66.2% in Rest of Qld. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 32.5% (2,317 people), compared to Rest of Qld's 22.3%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are above average and better than the general population in several metrics.

In terms of cultural diversity, Caloundra - Kings Beach records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Caloundra-Kings Beach, surveyed in 2016, had a cultural diversity profile largely similar to the wider region's average. 83.4% of its population were Australian citizens, with 76.5% born in Australia and 92.5% speaking English at home only. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 53.6%, compared to 50.0% across Rest of Qld.

The top three ancestry groups were English (33.4%), Australian (23.1%), and Irish (10.7%). Notably, Scottish ancestry was higher at 9.6% versus the regional average of 8.8%. Welsh ancestry was also slightly higher at 0.8%, compared to 0.6% regionally, and German ancestry was at 5.1% versus 4.6%.

Caloundra - Kings Beach ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Caloundra - Kings Beach has a median age of 55, which is considerably higher than the Rest of Qld figure of 41 and substantially exceeds the national norm of 38. Relative to Rest of Qld, Caloundra - Kings Beach has a higher concentration of 65-74 residents at 16.5%, but fewer 5-14 year-olds at 5.6%. This 65-74 concentration is well above the national figure of 9.4%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the 25 to 34 age group has grown from 10.3% to 13.0% of the population. Conversely, the 65 to 74 cohort has declined from 18.0% to 16.5%, and the 45 to 54 group has dropped from 12.6% to 11.3%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Caloundra - Kings Beach's age structure. The 25 to 34 group is projected to grow by 61%, adding 562 people and reaching a total of 1,488 from the current figure of 925.