Cambooya - Wyreema
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Cambooya-Wyreema's population was around 8911 as of Aug 2025. This reflected an increase of 1012 people, a rise of 12.8% since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 7899. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 8732 in June 2024 and an additional 166 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population resulted in a density ratio of 39 persons per square kilometer, indicating ample space per person. Cambooya-Wyreema's growth of 12.8% since the 2021 census exceeded the non-metro area's 8.6%, as well as the national average, making it a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 57.3% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopted ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data were adopted. However, these state projections did not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applied proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 and based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Future demographic trends project an above median population growth for locations outside capital cities, with Cambooya-Wyreema expected to expand by 1542 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 15.3% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Cambooya - Wyreema among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Cambooya-Wyreema has seen approximately 55 new homes approved annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces development approval data on a financial year basis. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 278 homes were approved. As of FY-26, about 5 have been approved so far.

On average, 3.7 people moved to the area for each dwelling built over these five years. This demand exceeds new supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $772,000, indicating a focus on the premium market segment with higher-end properties.

In FY-26, around $3.2 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Cambooya-Wyreema has seen slightly more development activity, with 24.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years. This maintains good buyer choice while supporting existing property values, although development activity has moderated in recent periods. Recent building activity consists entirely of standalone homes, preserving the area's traditional low-density character and focus on family homes. There are approximately 269 people per dwelling approval in Cambooya-Wyreema, indicating room for growth. By 2041, the location is expected to grow by 1,363 residents. Assuming current development patterns continue, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Cambooya - Wyreema has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 45thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 20 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Inland Rail - Border to Gowrie (B2G), Toowoomba Inland Rail - Gowrie to Kagaru, Ladbroke Grove Estate, and Gabbinbar Retirement Village. The following list details those most relevant.

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The exceptional employment performance in Cambooya - Wyreema places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Cambooya-Wyreema has a skilled workforce with a low unemployment rate of 1.4% as of June 2025. Employment growth in the area over the past year was estimated at 13.1%.

The area's unemployment rate is 2.5 percentage points lower than that of the rest of Queensland, which stood at 3.9%. Workforce participation in Cambooya-Wyreema is high at 70.7%, compared to 59.1% in the rest of Queensland. Key employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Notably, there is a high concentration in education & training, with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average.

However, accommodation & food services have limited presence, with only 5.1% of employment compared to the regional average of 8.3%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population figures. In the 12-month period ending June 2025, employment in Cambooya-Wyreema increased by 13.1%, while the labour force grew by 12.9%, with unemployment remaining largely unchanged. This contrasts with the rest of Queensland, where employment rose by 1.8%, and the labour force grew by 2.0%, but unemployment rose slightly to 4.1%. At a state level, as of Sep-25, Queensland's employment contracted by 0.23% (losing 8,070 jobs), with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, which is favourable compared to the national unemployment rate of 4.5%. However, Queensland lagged behind national employment growth of 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Cambooya-Wyreema's employment mix, local growth is estimated at approximately 6.2% over five years and 13.1% over ten years.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

Cambooya-Wyreema has a median taxpayer income of $52,837 and an average of $62,859 in the financial year 2022, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is lower than the national average, compared with Rest of Qld's median income of $50,780 and average income of $64,844. Based on a Wage Price Index growth of 11.71% since financial year 2022, estimated current incomes are approximately $59,024 (median) and $70,220 (average) as of March 2025. The 2021 Census shows household, family and personal incomes in Cambooya-Wyreema cluster around the 65th percentile nationally. Income distribution data indicates that 39.1% of locals (3,484 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 category, similar to the surrounding region where 31.7% occupy this bracket. After housing costs, residents retain 87.2% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the fifth decile.

Cambooya - Wyreema is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure in Cambooya-Wyreema as evaluated at the latest Census comprised 96.1% houses and 3.9% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 81.4% houses and 18.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Cambooya-Wyreema was 29.2%, with the remainder being mortgaged (48.4%) or rented (22.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,647, above Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,517. Median weekly rent in Cambooya-Wyreema was $310, equal to Non-Metro Qld's figure. Nationally, Cambooya-Wyreema's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 82.8% of all households, including 41.0% couples with children, 31.3% couples without children, and 9.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 17.2%, with lone person households making up 15.0% and group households comprising 2.4%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Cambooya - Wyreema fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates at 19.7%, substantially below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 14.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 43.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (31.9%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 32.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.3% in primary education, 10.0% in secondary education, and 3.7% pursuing tertiary education. Cambooya - Wyreema's 3 schools have combined enrollment reaching 397 students while demonstrating typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 967) with balanced educational opportunities. The 3 schools focus exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in surrounding areas. Limited local school capacity (4.5 places per 100 residents vs 17.2 regionally) means many families travel to nearby areas for schooling.

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Cambooya - Wyreema's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data shows positive outcomes for Cambooya - Wyreema residents, with low prevalence of common health conditions across younger and older age groups.

Private health cover is at approximately 51% of the total population (~4,553 people), slightly lower than the average SA2 area. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (9.2%) and mental health issues (8.5%), while 69.9% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to 65.3% in Rest of Qld. There are 1,237 residents aged 65 and over (13.9%), lower than the 18.8% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors align with those of the general population.

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

Cambooya-Wyreema was found to have below average cultural diversity, with 92.1% of its population born in Australia, 92.7% being citizens, and 96.8% speaking English only at home. The dominant religion is Christianity, comprising 64.6% of people in Cambooya-Wyreema, compared to the regional average of 58.8%. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Australian (32.6%), English (29.3%), and Irish (8.9%).

Notably, German descent is overrepresented at 7.8%, while Australian Aboriginal and South African descent are present at 3.3% and 0.5% respectively, with no significant divergence from regional averages.

Cambooya - Wyreema hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

The median age in Cambooya - Wyreema is 34 years, which is notably lower than Rest of Qld's average of 41 and substantially under the Australian median of 38. Compared to Rest of Qld, Cambooya - Wyreema has a higher proportion of residents aged 0-4 (7.8%) but fewer residents aged 75-84 (3.9%). Between the 2016 and 2021 censuses, the population aged 65 to 74 grew from 8.1% to 9.1%, while the proportion of those aged 5 to 14 decreased from 16.2% to 13.9%. The group aged 55 to 64 also dropped from 12.1% to 10.9%. By 2041, Cambooya - Wyreema is expected to experience significant shifts in its age composition. Notably, the 25 to 34 age group will grow by 33%, increasing from 1,267 to 1,682 residents. Conversely, the population aged 15 to 24 is projected to decrease by 145 residents.