Glenlee - Rockyview
Statistical Area - sa2

Population growth drivers in Glenlee - Rockyview are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Glenlee - Rockyview's population was around 5,788 as of November 2025, according to AreaSearch's analysis. This figure reflects a growth of 564 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,224. The increase is inferred from ABS's estimated resident population of 5,788 in June 2024 and an additional 87 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 27 persons per square kilometer. Glenlee - Rockyview's growth rate of 10.8% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA4 region (6.6%) and the SA3 area, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 71.8% to this population gain.

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. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Based on projected demographic shifts, a significant population increase is forecast for the top quartile of Australia's non-metropolitan areas by 2041. Glenlee - Rockyview is expected to increase by 1,348 persons by this year, marking a total increase of 23.3% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Glenlee - Rockyview among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Glenlee - Rockyview has recorded approximately 23 residential property approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 117 homes. As of FY-26, 12 approvals have been recorded. On average, around 5.5 people have moved to the area annually for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25. This has led to a significant demand outpacing supply, which typically exerts upward pressure on prices and intensifies competition among buyers.

The average construction cost of new homes is approximately $425,000. In FY-26, commercial approvals valued at $679,000 have been registered, indicating the area's residential nature. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Glenlee - Rockyview has shown somewhat elevated construction activity, recording 12.0% above the regional average per person over the five-year period.

This balances buyer choice while supporting current property values. All recent development in the area has comprised detached dwellings, preserving its low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. With approximately 179 people moving to the area for each dwelling approval, Glenlee - Rockyview exhibits characteristics of a growth area. By 2041, it is projected that the area will grow by 1,348 residents. Development has maintained a reasonable pace with projected growth, although increasing competition among buyers is expected as the population expands.

Glenlee - Rockyview has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 25thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 32 projects likely to impact the area. Notable projects include Living Gems Rockhampton, Parkhurst Residential Enabling Infrastructure Project, Riverside Waters Estate, and Parkhurst Industrial Area Project. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Glenlee - Rockyview performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Glenlee-Rockyview has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, notably in essential services. As of June 2025, the unemployment rate is 1.3%, with an estimated employment growth of 5.0% over the past year.

There are 2,927 residents currently employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.6% below Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is lower at 56.3% compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Mining employment levels are particularly high at 2.2 times the regional average.

Conversely, accommodation & food services show lower representation at 3.6%, versus the regional average of 8.3%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited, indicated by Census working population vs resident population counts. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 5.0% while labour force grew by 5.2%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.2 percentage points. By comparison, Rest of Qld recorded employment growth of 1.8%, labour force growth of 2.0%, with unemployment rising 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Glenlee-Rockyview's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.0%% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

Glenlee - Rockyview's median income among taxpayers was $57,703 and average income stood at $68,919 in financial year 2022. This compares to Rest of Qld's figures of $50,780 and $64,844 respectively. By September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $65,776 and average income around $78,561, based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022. In Glenlee - Rockyview, household, family and personal incomes ranked highly nationally in 2021 Census figures, between the 77th and 89th percentiles. Income distribution data showed that 34.3% of residents (1,985 people) fell within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings bracket, mirroring regional levels where 31.7% occupied this bracket. Glenlee - Rockyview demonstrated affluence with 36.5% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. After housing costs, residents retained 88.6% of income, reflecting strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 5th decile.

Glenlee - Rockyview is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Glenlee - Rockyview's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 99.6% houses and 0.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro Qld's 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Glenlee - Rockyview was 37.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 57.1% and rented ones at 5.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,517. The median weekly rent figure was $350, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $300. Nationally, Glenlee - Rockyview's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,950 versus the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were lower at $350 compared to the national figure of $375.

Glenlee - Rockyview features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 89.1% of all households, including 44.6% couples with children, 36.4% couples without children, and 7.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 10.9%, with lone person households at 9.5% and group households comprising 0.9%. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Glenlee - Rockyview faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 15.5%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 11.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 36.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (8.0%) and certificates (28.7%). Educational participation is high at 41.3%, with 15.4% in primary, 14.6% in secondary, and 5.4% in tertiary education.

Carinity Education - Rockhampton and The Caves State School serve a total of 298 students. Glenlee - Rockyview has varied educational conditions, with conventional provision split between one primary and one secondary institution. Local school capacity is limited at 5.2 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 17.6, leading many families to travel for schooling.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Glenlee - Rockyview's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Health data shows Glenlee - Rockyview residents have relatively positive health outcomes, with common conditions seen across both young and old age groups.

Approximately 54% (~3,108 people) have private health cover. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (8.1%) and mental health issues (7.5%). A total of 69.6% report no medical ailments, compared to 64.7% in Rest of Qld. Glenlee - Rockyview has 13.7% (790 people) aged 65 and over, lower than the Rest of Qld's 18.5%. Senior health outcomes are above average, aligning with the general population's profile.

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

Glenlee-Rockyview was found to have below average cultural diversity, with 78.8% of its population being citizens, 94.3% born in Australia, and 98.4% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion in Glenlee-Rockyview is Christianity, comprising 62.1% of the population, compared to 56.3% across the rest of Queensland. In terms of ancestry, the top three represented groups are Australian (35.3%), English (31.6%), and Scottish (8.2%).

Notably, German ethnicity is overrepresented at 5.5%, compared to 4.9% regionally, while Welsh is at 0.6% (vs 0.4%) and Australian Aboriginal is at 2.3% (vs 5.1%).

Glenlee - Rockyview's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Glenlee - Rockyview is 39 years, lower than Rest of Qld's average of 41 but close to Australia's national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that the 35-44 year-old group is prominent at 16.3%, while the 75-84 year-old group is smaller at 3.8%. Between 2021 and present, the 65 to 74 age group has increased from 8.3% to 9.1% of the population. Conversely, the 55 to 64 age group has decreased from 13.6% to 12.3%. By 2041, demographic projections show that the 35-44 age cohort is expected to increase by 289 people (31%), growing from 941 to 1,231. The 15-24 age cohort is projected to grow modestly by 3%, adding 18 people.