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What it costs to rent in Eimeo - Rural View
Median weekly rents, year-on-year movement and bond-lodgement activity for Eimeo - Rural View (4740). Sourced from the NSW Rental Bond Board, DCJ Family & Community Services.
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Population
Eimeo - Rural View lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends
Eimeo - Rural View's population, as of May 2026, is approximately 14,998. This figure represents an increase of 1,503 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 13,495. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 14,911 in June 2025 and an additional 178 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 680 persons per square kilometer. Eimeo - Rural View's growth rate of 11.1% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA3 area (6.8%) and the SA4 region, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Natural growth contributed approximately 59.5% to overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including overseas migration and interstate migration 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 are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, 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 using 2022 data as the base year. According to population projections, a significant increase is forecasted for the top quartile of locations outside capital cities by 2041, with Eimeo - Rural View expected to increase by 5,450 persons, reflecting an overall increase of 35.8%.
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Development
AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Eimeo - Rural View among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide
Eimeo - Rural View has received approximately 82 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 413 homes. As of FY-26, 63 approvals have been recorded. On average, around 3.9 people move to the area each year for every dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25. This has led to increased buyer competition and price growth due to demand exceeding supply.
The average construction cost of new properties is $296,000, which is below regional norms, offering more affordable housing options. In the current financial year, there have been $22.3 million in commercial approvals, indicating steady commercial investment activity. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Eimeo - Rural View has recorded 62.0% more new home approvals per person. Recent development has solely consisted of standalone homes, maintaining the area's low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers.
With around 232 people moving in for each dwelling approval, the market is showing signs of growth. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Eimeo - Rural View is projected to add approximately 5,363 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.
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Development applications around Eimeo - Rural View
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
Infrastructure
Eimeo - Rural View has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally
Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 22 projects likely to impact the area. Notable projects include Northern Beaches Community Hub, Blacks Beach Shopping Precinct, Solana Lifestyle Resort Northern Beaches Mackay, and Landsborough Drive Over 50s Community. The following list details those most relevant.
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Northern Beaches Community Hub
The Northern Beaches Community Hub is a transformative precinct serving Mackay's northern growth corridor. Stage 1A, featuring a nature play area and multi-purpose court, opened in July 2025. Stage 1B is currently under construction, delivering a two-storey facility with a modern library, flexible community meeting rooms, a 103sqm cafe, and a central town square for events. The project utilizes structural steel framing to create climate-responsive indoor and outdoor spaces for a population expected to reach 32,000 by 2041.
Blacks Beach Shopping Precinct
A 5.7ha mixed-use development featuring the Allied Village healthcare hub and a 126-place childcare centre. The precinct includes a GP practice, pharmacy, veterinary clinic, allied health services, and a convenience store. The project also incorporates 16 residential lots and received council recognition for its role in supporting the growth of Mackays Northern Beaches, with active construction on surrounding infrastructure as of mid-2026.
Camilleri Street District Park Upgrade
Multi stage upgrade to a district park in Blacks Beach delivering a youth hub with skate park and pump track, half basketball court and hit up wall, new amenities, dog park, boardwalk links and picnic areas. Current Stage 3 works (2025) add a formalised entry, perimeter pathways, shade trees, seating and an elevated boardwalk to improve accessibility and connectivity across the park.
Andergrove Lakes Estate
Master planned lakeside community in north Mackay delivering residential lots (approximately 167 across completed and current stages), a neighbourhood retail hub anchored by an ALDI store, childcare centre(s), the Wake House cable water ski park, two man-made lakes, and future mixed-use tenancies. Built around flood retention, recreation, and lifestyle amenities with stages continuing to sell and construct.
Andergrove Priority Development Area (PDA)
22 hectare Priority Development Area redevelopment into residential community, located 7.5km north of Mackay CBD. Includes former Bedford Road works depot. Development scheme commenced December 2010.
Slater Avenue Childcare and Retail Precinct
DA-approved mixed-use project offered via Expressions of Interest (closing 31 Jul 2025). Lot 2 is approved for a 126-place long day care centre (services connected; operational works and building approvals in place; 27 on-grade car parks; AFL in place to Daisy Cottage Early Learning). Lot 3B is a retail, health and commercial precinct with DA for 1,095 sqm GFA, 55 on-grade car parks and multiple EOIs from national tenants. Total site area 7,908 sqm across both lots.
Mackay-Bucasia Road and Golf Links Road Intersection Upgrade
Upgrade to the Mackay-Bucasia Road and Golf Links Road intersection to reduce congestion, improve road safety, and address flooding impacts. This is the first priority phase of broader capacity upgrades for the 11km corridor connecting the Bruce Highway to the Northern Beaches communities of Rural View, Bucasia, Eimeo, Blacks Beach and Shoal Point. The project will include traffic signal upgrades, road widening, and flood mitigation works.
Bucasia 186 Homes and Childcare Centre
Proposed masterplanned residential community transforming 27.91 hectares of farmland into a housing estate with 186 homes and an integrated childcare centre in Mackay's fastest-growing northern beaches region. The site is designated as Emerging Community and Rural under the Mackay Region Planning Scheme 2017, with water and sewer infrastructure nearby. Located in close proximity to Bucasia Beach, schools, and local shopping facilities.
Employment
AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Eimeo - Rural View performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia
Eimeo - Rural View has a skilled workforce with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. Its unemployment rate is 1.8%, with an estimated employment growth of 5.1% over the past year as of December 2025. There are 8,729 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.2%, below Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%.
Workforce participation is high at 76.3%, compared to Regional Qld's 64.5%. According to Census responses, a low 5.4% of residents work from home. The dominant employment sectors are health care & social assistance, mining, and retail trade. Mining is particularly strong with an employment share of 3.9 times the regional level.
Agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence at 0.7%, compared to Regional Qld's 4.5%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census working population vs resident population comparison. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 5.1% while labour force increased by 5.4%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.3 percentage points. Regional Qld recorded employment growth of 0.7%, labour force growth of 1.0%, with unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Eimeo - Rural View. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Eimeo - Rural View's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.9% over ten years.
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Income
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis
AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Eimeo - Rural View SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $74,483 and an average income of $92,118. These figures are among the highest in Australia, compared to regional Queensland's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $82,944 (median) and $102,583 (average). Census data reveals household, family, and personal incomes rank highly in Eimeo - Rural View, between the 80th and 83rd percentiles nationally. The earnings profile shows that 37.3% of residents (5,594 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per week, reflecting patterns seen in metropolitan regions where 31.7% similarly occupy this range. A substantial proportion of high earners (33.7%) indicates strong economic capacity throughout the suburb. Housing accounts for 14.5% of income, with residents ranking within the 84th percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.
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Housing
Eimeo - Rural View is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region
The dwelling structure in Eimeo - Rural View, as per the latest Census, consisted of 92.1% houses and 7.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional Qld's figures of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Eimeo - Rural View was at 19.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 44.4% and rented dwellings at 35.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,852, higher than Regional Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure for Eimeo - Rural View was $400, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Eimeo - Rural View's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were higher than the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
Eimeo - Rural View features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size
Family households account for 80.8% of all households, including 40.0% couples with children, 28.0% couples without children, and 12.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 19.2%, with lone person households at 15.7% and group households comprising 3.4%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.
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Local Schools & Education
Eimeo - Rural View shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist
The area's university qualification rate is 19.2%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.1%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 44.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas (10.4%) and certificates (34.3%). Educational participation is high, with 35.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.
This includes 14.0% in primary education, 10.9% in secondary education, and 3.6% pursuing tertiary education.
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Nearby Services & Amenities
Transport
Transport servicing is very low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Transport analysis shows 15 active transport stops operating within Eimeo - Rural View. These stops are serviced by two individual routes, providing a total of 147 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents typically located 516 metres from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward, with car remaining the dominant mode at 95%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.7 per dwelling, above the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 5.4% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.
Service frequency averages 21 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately nine weekly trips per stop.
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Health
Eimeo - Rural View's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions
Eimeo - Rural View shows excellent health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Younger cohorts particularly have a very low prevalence of common health conditions. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 67% of the total population (10,018 people), compared to 52.5% across Regional Qld and 55.7% nationally.
The most common medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, impacting 7.6% and 7.4% of residents respectively. 75.2% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health outcomes for the under-65 population are better than average. The area has 10.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1,526 people), lower than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors are above average but rank lower nationally compared to the broader population.
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Cultural Diversity
Eimeo - Rural View ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics
Eimeo-Rural View, surveyed in 2016, had a population where 85.6% were citizens, 84.3% were born in Australia, and 93.4% spoke English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, with 50.7%. Regionally, across Regional Qld in 2016, it was 52.2%.
The top three ancestry groups were English (29.1%), Australian (28.2%), and Scottish (7.7%). Notably, South Australian ancestry was higher at 1.3% compared to the regional average of 0.5%, Maltese at 1.3% versus 0.4%, and German at 4.8% compared to 4.7%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
Age
Eimeo - Rural View's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide
Eimeo - Rural View has a median age of 33, which is younger than Regional Queensland's figure of 41 and Australia's median age of 38. The 25-34 age group makes up 15.8% of the population in Eimeo - Rural View, compared to Regional Queensland. The 75-84 age cohort is less prevalent at 2.6%. Between 2021 and the present, the 65-74 age group has grown from 5.7% to 7.0%, while the 15-24 cohort increased from 13.1% to 14.2%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has declined from 16.7% to 14.6%, and the 45-54 age group dropped from 13.1% to 11.6%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Eimeo - Rural View's age structure. Notably, the 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 51%, adding 1,217 people to reach a total of 3,592 from its current figure of 2,374.