Jacobs Well - Alberton
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Jacobs Well - Alberton lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

As of November 2025, Jacobs Well - Alberton's population is approximately 5,586, indicating a growth of 979 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a 21.3% rise from the previous figure of 4,607 inhabitants. The change is inferred from an estimated resident population of 5,397 in June 2024 and an additional 124 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density stands at 36 persons per square kilometer, providing ample space per person. Jacobs Well - Alberton's growth rate exceeded both the non-metro area (8.8%) and the national average, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 85.2% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are used, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits; thus, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Looking ahead, exceptional population growth is predicted over the period to 2041, with Jacobs Well - Alberton expected to grow by 2,835 persons and an overall increase of 47.4% in total over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Jacobs Well - Alberton was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Jacobs Well - Alberton has had approximately 65 dwelling approvals per year. From FY21 to FY25, there were 329 approved homes, with an additional 21 in FY26 as of current data. On average, 3.7 people have moved to the area for each dwelling built over those five years.

This demand outpaces supply, typically influencing prices upwards and increasing competition among buyers. The average new dwelling development cost is $565,000, indicating a focus on premium market developments. In FY26, commercial approvals totalled $4.4 million, reflecting the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Jacobs Well - Alberton has seen 48.0% more development per person over the past five years, supporting good buyer choice and maintaining property values.

However, recent periods have shown a moderation in development activity. Nationally, developer confidence in the location appears strong, as it is substantially higher than the national average. New building activity comprises 98.0% detached dwellings and 2.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. There are approximately 126 people per dwelling approval, suggesting an expanding market. By 2041, Jacobs Well - Alberton is projected to grow by 2,646 residents. Development is keeping pace with this growth, but increasing competition among buyers can be expected as the population expands.

Jacobs Well - Alberton has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 51 projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones include Stapylton-Jacobs Well Road Upgrade, Pelican on Parade Estate, Calypso Bay, and Pelican Place Estate. The following list details those expected to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Jacobs Well - Alberton demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Jacobs Well - Alberton has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector is prominent, with an unemployment rate of 2.4% as of June 2025.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.3%. There are 3,005 residents in work, with an unemployment rate of 1.5%, which is below Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is high at 65.2% compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. The leading employment industries are construction, manufacturing, and health care & social assistance.

Construction has a particularly notable concentration with employment levels at 1.9 times the regional average. Health care & social assistance has limited presence with 9.5% employment compared to 16.1% regionally. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census data comparison of working population vs resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 2.3%, labour force increased by 2.1%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.2 percentage points. In Rest of Qld, employment grew by 1.8%, labour force expanded by 2.0%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points during the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Jacobs Well - Alberton's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 5.7% over five years and 12.1% 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 2022 shows that Jacobs Well - Alberton had a median income of $54,094 and an average income of $62,904. This is lower than the national averages of $50,780 (median) and $64,844 (average) for Rest of Qld. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates suggest median income would be approximately $61,662 and average income around $71,704 by September 2025. Census data indicates that incomes in Jacobs Well - Alberton cluster around the 57th percentile nationally. The largest segment of residents, 35.8% or 1,999 people, earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, similar to the regional pattern where 31.7% fall into this range. Housing costs consume 15.4% of income in Jacobs Well - Alberton, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 61st percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Jacobs Well - Alberton is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The dwelling structure in Jacobs Well - Alberton, as per the latest Census, consisted of 96.8% houses and 3.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro Qld's 80.5% houses and 19.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Jacobs Well - Alberton stood at 35.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 46.3% and rented ones at 18.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,093, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $2,000. The median weekly rent was $400, lower than Non-Metro Qld's figure of $450. Nationally, Jacobs Well - Alberton's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,093 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were also higher at $400 versus the national figure of $375.

Jacobs Well - Alberton features high concentrations of family households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 80.0% of all households, including 35.6% couples with children, 34.3% couples without children, and 9.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 20.0%, with lone person households at 17.4% and group households comprising 2.7%. The median household size is 2.7 people, smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.9.

Educational outcomes in Jacobs Well - Alberton fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 13.0%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 9.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 45.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 10.8% and certificates at 34.3%.

Educational participation is high, with 25.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.4% in primary, 8.1% in secondary, and 3.1% in tertiary education. Woongoolba State School serves the Jacobs Well - Alberton area, enrolling 224 students as of a typical Australian school condition (ICSEA: 971). It focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available nearby. Local school capacity is limited at 4.0 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 14.7, leading many families to travel for schooling.

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

The analysis shows that there are ten active public transport stops in Jacobs Well - Alberton. These stops serve a mix of bus routes. There is one individual route operating, providing a total of 181 weekly passenger trips across all stops.

The accessibility to these stops is rated as limited, with residents typically located 1727 meters from the nearest stop. On average, there are 25 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 18 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Jacobs Well - Alberton are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Jacobs Well - Alberton shows below-average health outcomes, with common conditions more prevalent across both younger and older age groups compared to average SA2 areas.

Private health cover is slightly lower at approximately 51% of the total population (~2,854 people). The most frequent medical conditions are arthritis (9.5%) and asthma (7.7%). 67.7% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 71.6% in Rest of Qld. Jacobs Well - Alberton has 16.9% of residents aged 65 and over (944 people), higher than the 12.0% in Rest of Qld.

Jacobs Well - Alberton ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Jacobs Well-Alberton showed lower cultural diversity, with 87.9% citizens, 82.2% born in Australia, and 95.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity dominated at 51.1%, compared to 46.0% regionally. Top ancestry groups were English (30.9%), Australian (28.9%), and Scottish (7.7%).

Notably, New Zealanders made up 1.5% (vs regional 1.9%), Germans 7.3% (vs 3.4%), and Maori 1.1% (vs 2.9%).

Jacobs Well - Alberton hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

The median age in Jacobs Well-Alberton as of the 2021 Census was 42 years, closely matching Rest of Qld's average of 41 and exceeding Australia's median of 38. Notably, the 45-54 age cohort comprised 14.1% of Jacobs Well-Alberton's population, higher than the Rest of Qld average, while those aged 75-84 were under-represented at 4.9%. Since the previous Census, the area's median age decreased by 1 year to 42 from 43. The 15-24 age group grew to 12.8% of the population, up from 10.0%, while the 45-54 cohort declined to 14.1% from 15.9% and the 55-64 group decreased to 13.9% from 15.2%. By 2041, population forecasts project significant changes in Jacobs Well-Alberton's demographics, with the 45-54 age cohort expected to increase by 447 people (57%) from 788 to 1,236.