Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach

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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach's population is around 12,855 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,066 people (9.0%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 11,789 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 12,587 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 403 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 341 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach's 9.0% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region (8.5%), marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which contributed approximately 49.7% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers, including interstate migration and natural growth, were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Regarding demographic trends, an above-median population growth for locations outside of capital cities is projected, with the area expected to grow by 2,200 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a gain of 15.0% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach has experienced around 79 dwellings receiving development approval per year, with 395 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 87 so far in FY-26. With an average of 2.1 people per year moving to the area per new home constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), suggesting solid demand that supports property values, new homes are being built at an average value of $395,000. Additionally, $2.7 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, demonstrating the area's primarily residential nature.

When measured against the Rest of Qld, Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach has similar development levels (per person), maintaining market balance consistent with the broader area, though building activity has accelerated in recent years. New building activity shows 98.0% detached dwellings and 2.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's low density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. Notably, developers are constructing more detached housing than the existing pattern implies (81.0% at Census), reflecting persistent strong demand for family homes amid densification trends. At around 114 people per approval, Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach reflects a developing area.

Future projections show Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach adding 1,932 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). With current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. In total, 28 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Reefsedge Resort & Waterpark, The Palms Collection Masterplan, The Palms, and Deep Creek Estate, with the list below detailing those likely to be of most relevance.

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Employment conditions in Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach possesses a skilled workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, and an unemployment rate of just 2.2%. As of December 2025, 6,799 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.8% below Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%, and workforce participation is on par with Regional Qld's 65.4%. Based on Census responses, a moderate 18.2% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.

Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and retail trade. The area demonstrates a particularly notable concentration in accommodation & food, with employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing employs just 1.0% of local workers, below Regional Qld's 4.5%. 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, during the year to December 2025, the labour force decreased by 1.2% combined with employment decreasing by 2.0%, resulting in the unemployment rate rising by 0.8 percentage points. By comparison, Regional Qld recorded employment growth of 0.7%, labour force growth of 1.0%, with unemployment rising 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach. 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 Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.7% 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 Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $56,242 with the average level standing at $69,148. This is slightly above average nationally 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 $61,816 (median) and $76,001 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach, between the 43rd and 52nd percentiles. Income analysis reveals the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 34.0% of residents (4,370 people), reflecting patterns seen in the region where 31.7% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.2% of income remaining, ranking at the 45th percentile, and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

Dwelling structure within Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 81.1% houses and 18.9% 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 Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach was higher than that of Regional Qld, at 35.6%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (37.0%) or rented (27.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was above the Regional Qld average at $1,733, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $400, compared to Regional Qld's $1,655 and $345. Nationally, Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach's mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceed the national figure of $375.

Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households dominate at 73.7% of all households, comprising 25.3% couples with children, 36.9% couples without children, and 10.6% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 26.3%, with lone person households at 23.0% and group households comprising 3.4% of the total. The median household size of 2.4 people is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

The educational profile of Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's educational profile stands out regionally, with university qualification rates (25.8% of residents aged 15+) exceeding the Rest of Qld average of 20.6% and that of the SA4 region (21.1%), reflecting the community's emphasis on higher education. Bachelor degrees lead at 16.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.5%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 40.9% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (13.6%) and certificates (27.3%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 27.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.7% in primary education, 7.9% in secondary education, and 4.2% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 44 active transport stops operating within Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach, comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 3 individual routes, collectively providing 382 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 375 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward; the car remains the dominant mode at 91%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling. Some 18.2% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).

Service frequency averages 54 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 8 weekly trips per individual stop.

Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both young and old age cohorts see low prevalence of common health conditions, and the rate of private health cover slightly leads the average SA2 area at approximately 53% of the total population (~6,851 people).

The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 8.0% and 7.6% of residents, respectively, while 69.7% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 22.9% of residents aged 65 and over (2,946 people), which is higher than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings even higher than those of the general population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach is more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 11.0% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 31.3% born overseas. The main religion in Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach is Christianity, which makes up 44.8% of people. However, the most apparent overrepresentation is in Judaism, which comprises 0.3% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld.

In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach are English, comprising 31.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 21.4% of the population, which is notably lower than the regional average of 26.5%, and Irish, comprising 8.4% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 0.9% of the population (vs 0.5% regionally), Welsh at 0.8% (vs 0.5%) and Hungarian at 0.4% (vs 0.2%).

Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach'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, Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach has a higher concentration of 55 - 64 residents (16.1%) but fewer 25 - 34 year-olds (10.1%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 8.6% to 10.0% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 15.7% to 13.1%. By 2041, Clifton Beach - Kewarra Beach is expected to see notable shifts in its age composition. Leading the demographic shift, the 25 to 34 group will grow by 29% (373 people), reaching 1,671 from 1,297. On the other hand, the 15 to 24 cohort is projected to decline by 41 people.