Coomera

Coomera lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Coomera's population was approximately 24,299 as of February 2026. This figure reflects an increase of 4,074 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 20,225. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 23,797 in June 2024 and an additional 498 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 985 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Coomera's growth rate of 20.1% since the 2021 census exceeded both the Rest of Qld (9.1%) and the national average. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 52.1% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses 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 adopted. These state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 and based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Looking ahead, exceptional growth is predicted over the period to 2041, with Coomera expected to grow by 21,127 persons, reflecting an increase of 84.9% in total population over the 17 years based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

The level of residential development activity in Coomera was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Coomera has received approximately 289 dwelling approvals annually. From FY-21 to FY-25, a total of 1,449 homes were approved, with an additional 17 approved in FY-26. On average, over the past five financial years (FY-21 to FY-25), around 4.1 people moved to the area annually for each dwelling built.

This demand significantly outpaces supply, which typically puts upward pressure on prices and increases competition among buyers. The average construction cost value of new homes is $258,000, under regional levels, indicating more accessible housing choices for buyers. In FY-26, commercial development approvals totalled $90.7 million, demonstrating strong commercial development momentum in the area. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Coomera shows moderately higher construction activity, with 50.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years. This preserves reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand. However, construction activity has eased recently.

New building activity in Coomera is significantly above the national average, indicating robust developer interest in the area. Of the new building activity, 26.0% consists of standalone homes, with the remaining 74.0% being medium and high-density housing. This shift towards compact living offers affordable entry pathways and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. This represents a considerable change from the current housing mix, which is currently 73.0% houses. With approximately 162 people per dwelling approval, Coomera exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Coomera is projected to add around 20,625 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Coomera has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 80 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include Coomera Hospital, Gold Coast Rail Stations at Pimpana, Hope Island, and Merrimac, The Link Coomera Business Park, and Coomera Health City Medical Hub. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Coomera has been broadly consistent with national averages

Coomera's workforce is skilled with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 4.3% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.4%. As of September 2025, 13,553 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 0.2% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation was 76.5%, compared to Rest of Qld's 65.7%. According to Census responses, 14.0% of residents worked from home. Leading employment industries were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Retail trade had an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing was under-represented at 0.2%.

Employment opportunities appeared limited locally based on resident population vs working population count. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 2.4% and labour force by 2.7%, leading to an unemployment rise of 0.3 percentage points. In Rest of Qld, employment rose by 1.7%, labour force grew by 2.1%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Coomera's employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to Coomera's employment mix.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

The Coomera SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $54,610 and an average income of $63,690 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This was below the national average, compared to Rest of Qld's median income of $53,146 and average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $60,022 (median) and $70,002 (average). Census 2021 income data showed household, family, and personal incomes in Coomera clustered around the 58th percentile nationally. Income analysis revealed that 41.8% of locals (10,156 people) fell into the $1,500 - $2,999 category, consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region where 31.7% were in the same category. High housing costs consumed 21.2% of income, but strong earnings placed disposable income at the 54th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 5th decile.

Coomera is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The dwelling structure in Coomera, as per the latest Census, consisted of 73.1% houses and 26.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Coomera was at 10.1%, with the rest either mortgaged (35.1%) or rented (54.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,000, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $450, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, Coomera's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Coomera features high concentrations of family households and group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 83.7% of all households, including 40.7% couples with children, 23.5% couples without children, and 18.2% single parent families. The remaining 16.3% are non-family households, consisting of 11.5% lone person households and 4.7% group households. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

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

Educational qualifications in Coomera trail regional benchmarks, with 20.6% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to the national average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 4.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 43.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas at 14.4% and certificates at 29.3%. Educational participation is high, with 36.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 13.5% in primary education, 9.9% in secondary education, and 5.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Coomera has 63 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 32 individual routes, facilitating 2,917 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents typically residing 307 meters from the nearest stop. The area, predominantly residential, sees most residents commuting outward. Cars remain the primary mode of transport at 90%, while trains account for 5%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.7 per dwelling, exceeding the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 14.0% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 416 trips daily across all routes, equating to approximately 46 weekly trips per individual stop.

Coomera's residents are extremely healthy with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Analysis of health metrics indicates strong performance across Coomera. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence were assessed by AreaSearch, with common health conditions showing low prevalence among the general population but higher than national averages among older, at-risk cohorts.

Private health cover was found to be relatively low, with approximately 50% of the total population (~12,270 people) having it, compared to the national average of 55.7%. Mental health issues and asthma were the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 9.2 and 8.5% of residents respectively, while 74.2% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across Rest of Qld. The under-65 population demonstrated better than average health outcomes. The area has 6.7% of residents aged 65 and over (1,632 people), which is lower than the 20.4% in Rest of Qld, though it ranks lower nationally compared to the broader population.

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

Coomera's population showed higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 14.7% speaking a language other than English at home and 31.8% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Coomera, accounting for 42.8% of its population. Notably, the 'Other' religious category comprised 1.1%, slightly higher than the Rest of Qld's 0.8%.

In terms of ancestry, English was the largest group at 28.8%, followed by Australian at 23.2%, and Other at 8.7%. Some ethnic groups showed significant differences: Maori were overrepresented at 4.3% compared to the regional average of 0.8%, New Zealanders at 1.8% (regional avg: 0.9%), and South Africans at 1.2% (regional avg: 0.5%).

Coomera hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Coomera's median age is 29, significantly lower than Rest of Qld's figure of 41 and Australia's median age of 38. Compared to Rest of Qld, Coomera has a higher proportion of 25-34 year-olds at 21.5%, but fewer 65-74 year-olds at 4.7%. This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is notably higher than the national average of 14.4%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the proportion of 25 to 34 year-olds has risen from 18.9% to 21.5%, while those aged 35 to 44 have increased from 14.8% to 16.6%. Conversely, the proportion of 5 to 14 year-olds has declined from 17.1% to 14.0%, and the 45 to 54 age group has dropped from 12.3% to 11.0%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic shifts in Coomera, with the 25 to 34 cohort projected to grow by 99%, adding 5,190 residents to reach a total of 10,425.