Crows Nest - Rosalie

Crows Nest - Rosalie has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Crows Nest - Rosalie's population is around 10,008 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 833 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,175 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 9,726 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 202 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3.1 persons per square kilometer. Crows Nest - Rosalie's growth of 9.1% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region (5.3%) and the SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 89.7% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. These state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Anticipating future population dynamics, lower quartile growth of national regional areas is anticipated, with the area expected to increase by 410 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 1.3% in total over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Crows Nest - Rosalie when compared nationally

Rosalie in Crows Nest has seen approximately 43 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling 217 homes. In the current financial year FY-26, 18 approvals have been recorded to date. On average, about 3.1 new residents arrive per dwelling constructed each year between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a significant demand exceeding supply. The average construction cost of new dwellings is $313,000, which is relatively affordable compared to regional norms.

Additionally, $6.0 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, reflecting the area's predominantly residential nature. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Crows Nest - Rosalie records 71.0% more building activity per person, offering buyers greater choice. The new development consists mainly of standalone homes at 97.0%, with townhouses or apartments making up the remaining 3.0%. This preserves the area's low-density nature and attracts space-seeking buyers.

There are approximately 301 people per dwelling approval in the location, indicating potential for growth. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Crows Nest - Rosalie is projected to add 128 residents by 2041. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Crows Nest - Rosalie has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects that may impact the region. Notable initiatives include Cressbrook Dam Safety Improvement, Highfields North Estate Stages 8-10, Akora Highfields, and Kilalah Park Estate. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Crows Nest - Rosalie ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Crows Nest - Rosalie has a balanced workforce with white and blue collar jobs across various sectors. The unemployment rate was 3.5% as of September 2024, with an estimated employment growth of 4.8% over the past year. As of September 2025, there are 4,487 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.5% below Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation is lower at 56.7%, compared to Rest of Qld's 65.7%. According to Census responses in September 2025, 19.4% of residents work from home. The key industries are agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and construction. Crows Nest - Rosalie specializes in agriculture, forestry & fishing with an employment share 4.9 times the regional level.

However, accommodation & food services are under-represented at 4.3%, compared to Rest of Qld's 8.3%. Employment opportunities appear limited locally based on Census data. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 4.8% while labour force grew by 7.0%, leading to a rise in unemployment by 2.0 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of Qld saw employment growth of 1.7%, labour force growth of 2.1%, and an unemployment increase of 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Crows Nest - Rosalie's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.4% over five years and 11.9% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income in Crows Nest - Rosalie SA2 is below the national average. The median assessed income is $45,107 and the average income stands at $53,137. This contrasts with Rest of Qld's figures where the median income is $53,146 and the average income is $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Crows Nest - Rosalie would be approximately $49,577 (median) and $58,403 (average) as of September 2025. The 2021 Census data indicates that household, family and personal incomes in Crows Nest - Rosalie all fall between the 6th and 7th percentiles nationally. The predominant income cohort spans 28.5% of locals (2,852 people) with incomes ranging from $400 to $799 weekly, unlike the broader area where 31.7% fall within the $1,500 to $2,999 range. Housing costs are modest in Crows Nest - Rosalie, with 87.2% of income retained after housing expenses. However, total disposable income ranks at just the 11th percentile nationally.

Crows Nest - Rosalie is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Crows Nest - Rosalie, as per the latest Census, consisted of 96.2% houses and 3.9% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Crows Nest - Rosalie was 49.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 31.5% and rented ones at 19.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure was $250, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, Crows Nest - Rosalie's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,300 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Crows Nest - Rosalie has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 70.1% of all households, including 23.6% couples with children, 36.1% couples without children, and 9.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 29.9%, with lone person households at 26.9% and group households comprising 3.0% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Crows Nest - Rosalie faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 14.9%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 42.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.9%) and certificates (31.2%). Educational participation is high at 28.0%, with primary education at 11.6%, secondary education at 9.7%, and tertiary education at 2.1%.

Educational participation is notably high, with 28.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.6% in primary education, 9.7% in secondary education, and 2.1% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis indicates 51 active stops operating within Crows Nest - Rosalie area. These are serviced by buses only, with one individual route providing a total of 50 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as limited, with residents typically located 20980 meters from the nearest stop. The area is primarily residential, and most residents commute outward using cars, which remain the dominant mode at 89%. Walking accounts for 8% of commutes. Vehicle ownership averages 1.7 per dwelling, higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 19.4% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 7 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 0 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Crows Nest - Rosalie is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Rosalie faces significant health challenges according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is extremely low at approximately 46% of the total population (~4,633 people), compared to 52.5% across Rest of Qld and the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 11.9 and 9.3% of residents respectively, while 60.5% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.6% across Rest of Qld. Working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 29.1% of residents aged 65 and over (2,907 people), which is higher than the 20.4% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Rosalie, in Crows Nest, showed lower cultural diversity with 88.2% of its population being citizens born in Australia speaking English only at home (90.0%, 97.7%). Christianity was the predominant religion at 63.9%, compared to 52.2% regionally. Ancestry wise, Australian (31.3%), English (30.4%), and German (10.7%) were top groups, with Germans notably higher than regional average of 4.7%.

Other ethnic groups showed variations: Scottish at 8.1% vs 7.8%, Australian Aboriginal at 2.7% vs 3.9%, Irish at 8.3% vs 8.2%.

Crows Nest - Rosalie ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Crows Nest - Rosalie's median age is 50 years, which is significantly older than Rest of Qld's 41 years and the Australian median of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 are particularly prominent at 15.9%, while those aged 25-34 are comparatively smaller at 9.0%. This concentration of those aged 65-74 is well above the national average of 9.5%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 8.9% to 10.1%, while the 25 to 34 cohort increased from 7.9% to 9.0%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 12.7% to 10.7%, and the 5 to 14 group dropped from 12.4% to 10.4%. Demographic modeling suggests that Crows Nest - Rosalie's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 85+ age cohort is projected to expand considerably, increasing by 201 people (65%) from 309 to 511. Senior residents aged 65 and above will drive 66% of population growth, underscoring demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, both the 45 to 54 and 5 to 14 age groups are projected to see reduced numbers.