Jondaryan

Jondaryan is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

AreaSearch indicates the population of Jondaryan stands at approximately 7,893 by May 2026. This represents an addition of 231 individuals (3.0%) relative to the 2021 Census record of 7,662 people. This shift is calculated utilizing the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 7,826 alongside 62 validated new addresses registered after the census. Such a population size yields a density of 3.7 persons per square kilometer, ensuring residents enjoy considerable personal space. The post-census growth rate of 3.0% lags only 2.0 percentage points behind the broader SA4 region (5.0%), demonstrating solid expansion indicators. Recent population gains were heavily supported by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 55.7% of the total increase.

Projections for each SA2 locality compiled by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024, using 2022 as the base year, are utilized by AreaSearch. For SA2 territories omitted from this dataset, as well as all projections past 2032, figures from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and grounded in 2021 data are substituted. Because the state-level projections lack breakdowns by age bracket, AreaSearch distributes age cohort growth proportionally based on the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (derived from 2022 data) for these instances. Anticipating future patterns, the locality is projected to track within the lower quartile of Australian regional growth, gaining 321 persons by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, which equates to a 3.2% rise over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Jondaryan, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

With an annual average of about 15 new home approvals, Jondaryan has greenlit 78 residential builds over the prior 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 10 approvals have been logged. Given that new residents arrived at a rate of 1.5 per completed dwelling over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, demand and supply appear closely aligned, ensuring market stability, though this ratio softened to -0.2 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years to indicate a further balancing of the market. Building ventures carry an average construction value of $266,000, which sits below regional benchmarks to provide buyers with more economical housing choices. Additionally, commercial building approvals have reached $51.9 million this financial year, pointing to active corporate investment locally.

Compared to the rest of Queensland, Jondaryan registers approximately three-quarters of the building activity per person, positioning it within the 25th percentile nationally, which signals fewer options for buyers and reinforces interest in current homes. This rate also falls below the national average, reflecting the locality’s mature character and hinting at possible planning constraints. All recent construction has involved detached dwellings only, maintaining the region’s low density profile and drawing in buyers who prioritize space. The estimated population of 777 people per dwelling approval underscores the area’s tranquil, low intensity development setting.

Looking forward, Jondaryan is projected to add 254 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Considering established building trends, the supply of new dwellings is positioned to satisfy demand easily, offering favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially enabling population increases that outpace current expectations.

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

Local infrastructure shifts, large-scale projects, and planning changes have a significant influence on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 30 projects expected to influence the area. Principal developments include the Wellcamp Aerospace and Defence Precinct, Wellcamp Entertainment Precinct, Wellcamp Global Automotive Testing & Research Facility, and the Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport Expansion, with key projects detailed in the list below.

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The employment landscape in Jondaryan shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Jondaryan maintains a balanced job market comprising both white-collar and industrial workers, with manufacturing featuring prominently, an unemployment rate of 4.1%, and an annual employment growth estimate of 0.6%. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,024, while the local unemployment rate exceeded the Regional Qld rate of 3.9% by 0.2%, and the participation rate remained close to the Regional Qld benchmark of 64.3%. Census details show a modest 14.0% of local workers operated from home, though this figure reflects the influence of pandemic lockdowns.

Local workers are primarily engaged in agriculture, forestry & fishing, manufacturing, and health care & social assistance. The local economy is highly specialized in agriculture, forestry & fishing, employing residents at a rate 4.0 times that of the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance accounts for only 11.6% of the workforce, which falls short of the Regional Qld level of 16.1%. Although there are local employment options, a comparison between local job numbers and the residing workforce suggests a significant portion of the population commutes outside the area for work.

According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the twelve months leading to March 2026 saw a 0.6% rise in employment and a 2.2% expansion of the labor force, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 1.6 percentage points. In comparison, Regional Qld experienced a 0.1% increase in employment, a 0.3% rise in the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point uptick in unemployment. National employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer perspective on future labor requirements in Jondaryan. These five and ten-year outlooks have been aligned with local workforce distribution to project future employment trajectories. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though prospects vary widely by sector. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the local workforce indicates Jondaryan's employment could grow by 4.9% over five years and 11.3% over ten years, serving as a basic weighted calculation that does not factor in local demographic projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

Latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year show Jondaryan SA2 taxpayers have a median income of $49,977 and an average income of $55,192. These figures sit below national norms, comparing to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 across Regional Qld. Accounting for a 11.36% rise in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median of $55,654 and an average of $61,462 as of March 2026. According to census records, household, family, and personal earnings in Jondaryan are modest, placing between the 24th and 30th percentiles. The largest earnings cohort comprises 32.1% of the population (2,533 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the regional trend of 31.7% in this bracket. Although residents retain 87.4% of their income due to low housing costs, total disposable income ranks only in the 29th percentile nationwide.

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

Census data reveals that Jondaryan's residential profile consists of 95.0% separate houses and 5.0% alternative housing styles like semi-detached properties, units, or other dwellings, contrasting with Regional Qld where houses make up 76.4% and other options comprise 23.6%. Home ownership rates in Jondaryan reached 38.8%, which is much higher than the Regional Qld rate, while mortgaged properties accounted for 30.2% and rental homes comprised 31.0%. The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,300 was lower than the Regional Qld average, and the median weekly rent was $260, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively. On a national level, Jondaryan mortgage payments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents sit well below the national figure of $375.

Jondaryan has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Families make up the majority of homes at 73.7%, consisting of couples with children at 28.5%, couples without children at 30.4%, and single parent households at 13.7%. The remaining 26.3% are non-family households, with lone person households representing 23.9% and shared group households making up 2.4%. The median household size stands at 2.6 people, exceeding the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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

Educational challenges persist in the community, as the university qualification rate of 10.7% sits far below the Australian benchmark of 30.4%, pointing to opportunities for targeted educational programs. Among residents with tertiary credentials, bachelor degrees are most common at 8.6%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.1% and postgraduate degrees at 1.0%. Vocational skills are highly represented, with 39.6% of residents aged 15+ holding practical qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 9.2% and certificates at 30.4%.

Schooling enrollment is quite high, with 29.5% of the local population engaged in formal studies. This total is comprised of 12.1% in primary school, 10.1% in high school, and 1.8% in higher education programs.

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Health performance in Jondaryan is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health assessments indicate notable hurdles for Jondaryan, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the frequency of chronic illnesses across both younger and older cohorts, alongside a low rate of private health insurance coverage at roughly 47% of the population (~3,741 people). This is below the Regional Qld rate of 52.5% and the national standard of 55.7%.

Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent health conditions, affecting 9.8% and 9.7% of the population respectively, while 63.3% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Chronic illness rates are elevated among the working-age population. Furthermore, seniors aged 65 and over make up 20.2% of the population (1,593 people), and their health outcomes present difficulties, ranking worse than the broader national population.

Jondaryan is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Cultural diversity in Jondaryan is lower than average, with citizenship at 88.8%, Australian-born residents at 91.7%, and English-only speakers at home at 95.2%. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by 65.2% of the population, compared to 52.2% in Regional Qld.

Regarding parents' country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are Australian at 33.0% of the population, which is higher than the regional level of 26.5%, English at 27.5%, and German at 8.8%. Some ethnic groups show notable differences from regional averages: Australian Aboriginal residents represent 6.4% of the population (compared to 3.9% regionally), Filipino residents represent 1.1% (compared to 0.9%), and New Zealanders represent 0.6% (compared to 0.9%).

Jondaryan's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age of 41 years in Jondaryan matches the Regional Qld average of 41 while being older than the Australian average of 38 years. Compared to Regional Qld, Jondaryan has more residents aged 55 - 64 (14.3%) and fewer aged 35 - 44 (10.6%). Since the 2021 Census, the 65 to 74 demographic increased from 10.7% to 12.3%, and the 25 to 34 group rose from 10.9% to 11.9%. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 demographic declined from 14.5% to 12.2%, and the 45 to 54 demographic fell from 13.0% to 11.6%. Projections to 2041 indicate major changes in Jondaryan's age profile. The 75 to 84 age group is projected to grow by 40% (179 people), rising from 452 to 632. Overall, cohorts aged 65 and older will represent 60% of total population growth, highlighting the aging trend. Conversely, the cohorts aged 55 to 64 and 45 to 54 will decrease in size.