Clinton - New Auckland
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Clinton - New Auckland's population was around 15,242 as of November 2025, according to AreaSearch's analysis. This figure reflects an increase of 1,081 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 14,161. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 15,175 in June 2024 and an additional 28 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 669 persons per square kilometer. Clinton - New Auckland's growth rate of 7.6% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region's growth rate of 6.6%. Natural growth contributed approximately 41.4% of overall population gains during recent periods, with other drivers such as interstate and overseas 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 released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted, applying proportional growth weightings from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Population projections indicate a significant increase in the top quartile of Australian non-metropolitan areas, with Clinton - New Auckland expected to grow by 3,924 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 25.3% over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Clinton - New Auckland when compared nationally

Clinton - New Auckland averaged approximately 43 new dwelling approvals annually from FY-21 to FY-25. A total of 215 homes were approved during these five financial years, with an additional 13 approved in FY-26 as of the current date. On average, around 4.5 people moved to the area each year for every dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a significant lag between supply and demand.

This imbalance typically results in heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average expected construction cost value of new homes was $207,000 during this period, reflecting more affordable housing options compared to regional norms. In terms of commercial development, $20.7 million in approvals have been registered in FY-26, suggesting balanced activity in the area. When comparing construction rates per person with the Rest of Qld, Clinton - New Auckland maintains similar levels, contributing to market stability and aligning with regional patterns.

However, these rates are lower than national averages, which may indicate market maturity or potential development constraints. All recent developments have consisted solely of detached dwellings, preserving the area's low-density nature and appealing to space-seeking buyers. As of now, there are an estimated 543 people per dwelling approval in the area, reflecting its quiet and low-activity development environment. Future projections anticipate Clinton - New Auckland adding approximately 3,857 residents by 2041. If current development rates persist, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Clinton - New Auckland has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 29thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 11 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Clinton Industrial Estate, West Gladstone Social Homes, Brookview Estate, and Calliope Residential Growth Area. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Clinton - New Auckland remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Clinton - New Auckland has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, particularly in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate was 5.9% in the past year.

Employment growth is estimated at 4.1%. As of June 2025, 8,258 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 5.9%, which is 2.0% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is high at 67.4%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries include manufacturing, retail trade, and health care & social assistance.

Manufacturing employment share is 2.8 times the regional level. However, health care & social assistance is under-represented, with only 11.1% of Clinton - New Auckland's workforce compared to 16.1% in Rest of Qld. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, as indicated by Census data. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 4.1%, while the labour force grew by 5.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.9 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Qld experienced employment growth of 1.8% and labour force growth of 2.0%, with a smaller increase in unemployment rate of 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia (May 2025) project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Clinton - New Auckland's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 5.3% over five years and 11.8% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022, Clinton - New Auckland had a median income among taxpayers of $61,862. The average income stood at $76,470 in this period. This is among the highest in Australia compared to levels of $50,780 and $64,844 across Rest of Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $70,516 (median) and $87,168 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Clinton - New Auckland cluster around the 57th percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates with 35.6% of residents (5,426 people). This pattern is similar to the region where 31.7% occupy this income range. After housing expenses, 85.8% of income remains for other expenses.

Clinton - New Auckland is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Clinton - New Auckland, as per the latest Census, consisted of 90.8% houses and 9.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In contrast, Non-Metro Qld had 85.7% houses and 14.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Clinton - New Auckland was at 19.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.8% and rented ones at 40.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,607, exceeding Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,600. The median weekly rent figure was $295, higher than Non-Metro Qld's $275. Nationally, Clinton - New Auckland's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,607 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Clinton - New Auckland has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 74.4% of all households, including 34.9% couples with children, 25.1% couples without children, and 13.5% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 25.6%, with lone person households at 22.4% and group households comprising 3.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Clinton - New Auckland fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 15.0%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 10.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 43.0% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 7.8% and certificates at 35.2%. Educational participation is high, with 32.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 13.1% in primary, 10.1% in secondary, and 3.2% in tertiary education.

The area has two schools serving 1,361 students - Clinton State School and St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School. These schools focus on primary education only, with secondary options available nearby due to limited local capacity (8.9 places per 100 residents vs regional average of 18.2).

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

Clinton - New Auckland has 40 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops are served by a mix of buses operating along 7 individual routes. Collectively, these routes provide 405 weekly passenger trips.

The report dated June 2021 rates transport accessibility as good, with residents typically located 291 meters from the nearest transport stop. Service frequency averages 57 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 10 weekly trips per individual stop.

Clinton - New Auckland's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data shows Clinton - New Auckland residents have a relatively positive health profile. The prevalence of common health conditions is low among the general population but higher than the national average for older and at-risk groups.

Approximately 58% of the total population (8,809 people) has private health cover, compared to 55.6% across the rest of Queensland. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 9.1 and 7.8% of residents respectively. A total of 70.9% of residents report having no medical ailments, compared to 69.4% across the rest of Queensland. The area has 11.3% of residents aged 65 and over (1,717 people), which is lower than the 15.2% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those for the broader population.

Clinton - New Auckland ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Clinton-New Auckland was found to have a cultural diversity below average, with 88.4% of its population being citizens, 84.2% born in Australia, and 91.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Clinton-New Auckland, comprising 46.9% of its population. Hinduism, however, is overrepresented compared to the rest of Queensland, making up 1.6% versus 0.7%.

The top three represented ancestry groups are Australian (30.6%), English (27.9%), and Scottish (7.1%). Notably, South African, Maori, and Australian Aboriginal populations show higher representation in Clinton-New Auckland compared to regional averages: South African at 0.9% versus 0.6%, Maori at 1.0% versus 0.8%, and Australian Aboriginal at 5.1% versus 4.3%.

Clinton - New Auckland's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Clinton - New Auckland has a median age of 33, which is younger than the Rest of Qld figure of 41 and lower than Australia's median age of 38 years. The 25-34 age group constitutes 15.7% of its population, higher than that of the Rest of Qld. Conversely, the 65-74 cohort makes up only 7.0%. Between 2021 and 2022, the proportion of the population aged 15 to 24 grew from 12.7% to 14.1%, while that of the 5 to 14 age group decreased from 17.2% to 15.3%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Clinton - New Auckland's age structure. Notably, the 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 45%, adding 1,064 people and reaching a total of 3,451 from its current figure of 2,386. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 cohort is expected to grow by a modest 2%, with an increase of 51 people.