Inglewood - Waggamba

Inglewood - Waggamba has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Inglewood-Waggamba's population is approximately 4,189 as of May 2026, having increased by 124 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 4,065. This increase reflects an estimated resident population of 4,179 in June 2025 and 259 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is around 0.20 persons per square kilometer. Inglewood-Waggamba's growth rate of 3.1% since the census is within 0.4 percentage points of the SA3 area's 3.5%, indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 54.5% of overall population gains in 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 projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 and based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Projected demographic shifts indicate an overall population decline of 451 persons by 2041, but specific age cohorts are expected to grow, notably the 85 and over group with a projected increase of 36 people.

The level of residential development activity in Inglewood - Waggamba is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Inglewood-Waggamba has averaged approximately 6 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, ending June 2021. This totals to 31 homes approved during this period. As of July 2026, 6 approvals have been recorded in the current financial year. The area's population decline suggests that new supply has likely kept pace with demand, providing good choices for buyers.

The average construction value of new properties is $558,000, indicating developers are targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties. In FY26, $1.6 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting minimal commercial development activity. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Inglewood-Waggamba maintains similar construction rates per person, supporting market stability in line with regional patterns. However, this activity is below average nationally, reflecting the area's maturity and possible planning constraints.

Recent development has consisted entirely of detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character focused on family homes appealing to those seeking space. With an estimated 1736 people per dwelling approval, it indicates a quiet, low-activity development environment. Given the expected stable or declining population, Inglewood-Waggamba should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers in the future.

Inglewood - Waggamba has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

The performance of an area can significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 16 such projects that are expected to impact the area. Notable among these are the Yelarbon and Talwood water quality project, Goondiwindi Hydrogen, Texas Solar Farm and BESS, and Inland Rail - North Star to NSW-Queensland Border. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Inglewood - Waggamba remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Inglewood-Waggamba has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. Its unemployment rate is 4.3%, with an estimated employment growth of 3.7% over the past year. As of December 2025, 2,079 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 4.3%.

Workforce participation is at 64.5%, similar to Regional Qld's rate. A moderate 18.4% of residents work from home. Major industries include agriculture, forestry & fishing (10.8 times regional level), health care & social assistance (8.4%), and education & training. Many residents commute elsewhere for work.

In the past year, employment increased by 3.7% while labour force grew by 6.0%, leading to a 2.1 percentage point rise in unemployment. Regional Qld saw slower growth with employment up 0.7% and labour force up 1%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Inglewood-Waggamba's mix suggests local employment should increase by 4.3% over five years and 10.2% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, Inglewood - Waggamba SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $42,233 with an average level standing at $54,877. This is lower than average on a national basis and compares to levels of $53,146 and $66,593 across Regional Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $47,031 (median) and $61,111 (average) as of March 2026. From the 2021 Census, household incomes in Inglewood - Waggamba fall between the 8th and 10th percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate 27.4% of the population (1,147 individuals) fall within the $400-$799 income range. Housing costs are modest with 90.8% of income retained, but total disposable income ranks at just the 14th percentile nationally.

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

In Inglewood - Waggamba, as per the latest Census, 96.5% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 3.5% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This is in contrast to Regional Qld's figures of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. The home ownership rate in Inglewood - Waggamba was 48.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 22.7% and rented ones at 28.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $867, lower than Regional Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure for Inglewood - Waggamba was recorded as $200, compared to Regional Qld's $345 and the national average of $375. Nationally, mortgage repayments in Inglewood - Waggamba were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863.

Inglewood - Waggamba features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 67.2% of all households, including 24.9% couples with children, 31.6% couples without children, and 9.9% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 32.8%, with lone person households at 30.6% and group households comprising 2.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 12.8%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 9.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 34.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 9.5% and certificates at 25.3%. Educational participation is high, with 27.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 12.9% in primary education, 7.1% in secondary education, and 2.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Inglewood-Waggamba has one operational public transport stop serving a mix of buses. This stop is served by two routes offering 40 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility in the area is limited, with residents typically located 22664 meters from their nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward. The dominant mode of transportation is car, used by 84% of residents, while 12% walk. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling, higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 18.4% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages five trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 40 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Inglewood-Waggamba faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is very low at approximately 47% of the total population (~1,960 people), compared to 52.5% across Regional Qld and the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, impacting 10.1 and 9.7% of residents respectively, while 65.4% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Working-age residents show above average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 23.3% of residents aged 65 and over (976 people), which is higher than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

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

Inglewood-Waggamba had a cultural diversity index below average, with 88.3% of its population being citizens and 93.3% born in Australia. The majority spoke English only at home (97.6%). Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 64.0%, compared to 52.2% regionally.

For ancestry, Australian was the highest at 33.5% (compared to regional average of 26.5%), followed by English at 31.2% and Irish at 9.0%. Notably, German ancestry was higher at 5.6%, Australian Aboriginal at 4.9%, and Scottish at 8.6%, compared to regional averages of 4.7%, 3.9%, and 7.8% respectively.

Inglewood - Waggamba hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Inglewood - Waggamba has a median age of 45, which is higher than Regional Qld's figure of 41 and also above the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 years are particularly prominent, making up 13.5% of the population, while those aged 15-24 years are comparatively smaller at 9.4%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the 35 to 44 age group has increased from 10.6% to 12.1%, and the 65 to 74 cohort has grown from 12.1% to 13.5%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 age group has declined from 12.9% to 10.3%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Inglewood - Waggamba's age structure. The 85+ age group is expected to grow by 37%, reaching 133 people from 97. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for all of the total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 age cohorts are expected to experience population declines.