Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera

Population growth drivers in Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera's population is around 8,053 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 379 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 7,674 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 8,044 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 39 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 70 persons per square kilometer. Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera's growth rate of 4.9% since census positions it close to the SA3 area's growth rate of 6.0%. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 57.5% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. Proportional growth weightings are applied for age cohorts as state projections do not provide age category splits. Anticipating future population dynamics, the area is expected to increase by 1,049 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 12.9% over the 17 years based on the latest annual ERP population numbers.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera when compared nationally

Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera recorded approximately 34 residential property approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 170 homes. In FY26 so far, 18 approvals have been recorded. On average, 2.7 people moved to the area per new home constructed each year between FY21 and FY25, reflecting strong demand that supports property values. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $624,000, indicating developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties.

This financial year has seen $11.9 million in commercial approvals, suggesting steady commercial investment activity. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera records 70.0% more new home approvals per person, offering greater choice for buyers. Recent construction comprises 89.0% standalone homes and 11.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's low-density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. The location has approximately 221 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low-density market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera is expected to grow by 1,040 residents through to 2041. With current construction levels, housing supply should meet demand adequately, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 40 projects that could affect this region. Notable ones include Treetops Plaza Redevelopment - Urbia Burleigh Masterplan, Treetops North Precinct, Currumbin Eco-Parkland, and M1 Pacific Motorway Varsity Lakes to Tugun Upgrade. The following list details those most likely relevant.

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Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera has a skilled workforce with the construction sector being particularly prominent. As of September 2025, its unemployment rate is 2.4%, down from the Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.4%.

There are 4,312 residents currently in work and workforce participation stands at 68.3%, slightly higher than the Rest of Qld's 65.7%. According to Census responses, 21.5% of residents work from home. Leading employment industries include construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The area has a strong specialization in construction with an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence at 1.1%.

Employment opportunities appear limited locally, with Census data showing fewer working residents than expected based on population figures. Over the past year, employment increased by 2.4% alongside labour force growth of 2.2%, reducing unemployment by 0.1 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of Qld saw employment grow by 1.7%, but unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand in Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to the local employment mix suggests that Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera's employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.6% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $54,393 and an average of $80,101. This is one of the highest in Australia, compared to Rest of Qld's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, estimates as of September 2025 would be approximately $59,783 (median) and $88,039 (average). The 2021 Census ranks Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera SA2's household incomes at the 84th percentile ($2,317 weekly), but personal income ranks lower at the 44th percentile. Distribution data shows that 29.2% of residents earn $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (2,351 residents), similar to the surrounding region where this cohort represents 31.7%. The suburb has considerable affluence with 36.4% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. Housing accounts for 14.2% of income, while strong earnings rank residents within the 85th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera, as evaluated at the Census 2016, comprised 96.7% houses and 3.3% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera was 41.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 48.0% and rented ones at 10.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,500, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,793 and the national average of $1,863. Median weekly rent in Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera was $500, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345 and the national figure of $375.

Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 85.8% of all households, consisting of 44.5% couples with children, 30.4% couples without children, and 10.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 14.2%, with lone person households at 11.4% and group households comprising 2.8%. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's educational profile is notable regionally with university qualification rates of 27.8% among residents aged 15+, surpassing the Rest of Qld average of 20.6%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 19.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 40.4% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas account for 12.4% while certificates make up 28.0%.

Educational participation is high at 31.4%, including 12.2% in primary education, 9.1% in secondary education, and 4.6% 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 shows one active transport stop operating within Currumbin Valley-Tallebudgera. This stop is a mix of buses serviced by two individual routes providing 15 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility in the area is limited, with residents typically located 2313 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward and car remains the dominant mode at 95%. Vehicle ownership averages 2.3 per dwelling, above the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, some 21.5% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 2 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 15 weekly trips per individual stop.

Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Currumbin Valley-Tallebudgera's health metrics closely align with national benchmarks, as assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are seen at a standard level across both young and old age cohorts in the area.

Private health cover is exceptionally high, with approximately 60% of the total population (4791 people) having it, compared to 52.5% across Rest of Qld. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 7.6% and 6.3% of residents respectively. A significant majority, 74.0%, report being completely free from medical ailments, which is higher than the 67.6% reported across Rest of Qld. Working-age residents have a notably low prevalence of chronic conditions. The area has 18.0% of residents aged 65 and over (1452 people), lower than the 20.4% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings even higher than those of the general population.

Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Currumbin Valley-Tallebudgera, surveyed in 2016, had low cultural diversity with 80.5% born in Australia, 89.5% being citizens, and 95.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion at 46.3%, compared to 52.2% regionally. Top ancestry groups were English (32.7%), Australian (27.0%), and Irish (9.2%).

Notably, French (0.9%) and Scottish (8.7%) were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 0.5% and 7.8%, respectively. Russian ancestry was also higher at 0.4%.

Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Currumbin Valley - Tallebudgera is 42 years, close to Rest of Qld's average of 41, and well above Australia's median of 38. The 45-54 cohort is notably over-represented at 14.1%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 8.4%. Between Census periods from 2021 to present, the 15-24 age group grew from 10.7% to 12.7%, and the 35-44 cohort increased from 13.2% to 14.5%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group declined from 14.6% to 12.6%, and the 5-14 group dropped from 15.5% to 14.1%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes. The 45-54 cohort is projected to expand by 226 people (20%) from 1,134 to 1,361. Meanwhile, the 15-24 and 55-64 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.