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

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Jondaryan's population is around 7893 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 231 people, a growth rate of 3.0%, since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 7662 people. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 7826 from the ABS as of June 2025 and an additional 62 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 3.7 persons per square kilometer. Jondaryan's growth rate positions it within 2.0 percentage points of the SA4 region's 5.0% growth, demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 55.7% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts 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 released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. It should be noted these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data are applied where utilised. Looking ahead, lower quartile growth of Australia's regional areas is anticipated, with the area expected to increase by 321 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers reflecting an overall increase of 3.2% 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

Jondaryan has averaged approximately 15 new dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 78 homes. As of FY26, 8 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.6 people moved to the area annually for each dwelling built between FY21 and FY25, indicating a balanced supply and demand market with stable conditions. The average construction cost value of new homes was $266,000, which is below regional levels, suggesting more affordable housing options.

This financial year has seen $51.9 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating strong commercial development momentum. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Jondaryan has about three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 25th percentile nationally, suggesting relatively constrained buyer choice and interest in existing properties. This is also below the national average, implying an established area with potential planning limitations. All new construction consisted of detached dwellings, preserving Jondaryan's low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers.

As of FY25, there were approximately 777 people per dwelling approval, reflecting a quiet development environment. Future projections estimate Jondaryan will add 254 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

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

The performance of an area can significantly be influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified a total of 30 such projects that could potentially impact the area. Notable among these are the Wellcamp Aerospace and Defence Precinct, Wellcamp Entertainment Precinct, Wellcamp Global Automotive Testing & Research Facility, and Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport Expansion. The following list details those projects likely to be most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Jondaryan maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Jondaryan has a balanced workforce comprising white and blue collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominently represented. The unemployment rate in the area was 4.1% as of December 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.1%.

There were 4,089 residents employed while the unemployment rate was 0.1% higher than Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation in Jondaryan was fairly standard at 66.8%, compared to Regional Qld's 64.5%. According to Census responses, 14.0% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment is concentrated in agriculture, forestry & fishing, manufacturing, and health care & social assistance sectors.

The area specializes particularly in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with an employment share 4.0 times the regional level. In contrast, health care & social assistance employs just 11.6% of local workers, below Regional Qld's 16.1%. Many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census working population to local population count. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 4.1%, labour force grew by 6.1%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate by 1.8 percentage points. In comparison, Regional Qld saw employment grow by 0.7%, labour force expand by 1.0%, and unemployment rise by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Jondaryan's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 4.9% over five years and 11.3% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Jondaryan SA2's median income among taxpayers is $49,977. The average income in this area is $55,192. Nationally, these figures are lower than average. In Regional Qld, the median income is $53,146 and the average is $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Jondaryan's median income are approximately $55,654 as of March 2026, with an average of around $61,462 during the same period. Census data indicates that incomes in Jondaryan rank modestly, between the 24th and 30th percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. Income analysis reveals that 32.1% of locals (2,533 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, which is consistent with broader trends across the region where 31.7% are in the same category. Housing costs are modest, with 87.4% of income retained. However, total disposable income ranks at just the 29th percentile nationally.

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

In Jondaryan, as per the latest Census, 95.0% of dwellings were houses while 5.0% consisted of semi-detached homes, apartments, or other types. This contrasted with Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Jondaryan stood at 38.8%, with mortgaged dwellings at 30.2% and rented ones at 31.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, lower than Regional Qld's average of $1,655. Median weekly rent in Jondaryan was $260, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Jondaryan's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 73.7% of all households, including 28.5% couples with children, 30.4% couples without children, and 13.7% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 26.3%, with lone person households at 23.9% and group households making up 2.4% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 10.7%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.6%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.1%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.0%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 39.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.2%) and certificates (30.4%).

Educational participation is high, with 29.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.1% in primary education, 10.1% in secondary education, and 1.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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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 data indicates significant challenges in Jondaryan, as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Notably, both younger and older age cohorts have high prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover is very low at approximately 47% of the total population (around 3,741 people), compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld and the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 9.8 and 9.7% of residents respectively. Conversely, 63.3% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Regional Qld. The working-age population faces significant health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 20.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1,593 people), with health outcomes among seniors presenting notable challenges that rank even higher than the general population nationally.

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

Jondaryan's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 88.8% of its population being Australian citizens, 91.7% born in Australia, and 95.2% speaking English only at home. The dominant religion in Jondaryan is Christianity, practiced by 65.2% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are Australian (33.0%), English (27.5%), and German (8.8%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation in Jondaryan is higher at 6.4%, compared to the regional average of 3.9%. Filipino representation is also higher at 1.1% versus 0.9% regionally, while New Zealand representation is lower at 0.6% compared to the regional average of 0.9%.

Jondaryan's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Jondaryan is 41 years, matching Regional Queensland's average but higher than Australia's average of 38 years. Compared to Regional Queensland, Jondaryan has a higher proportion of residents aged 55-64 (14.3%) and fewer residents aged 35-44 (10.6%). According to the 2021 Census, the population aged 65-74 grew from 10.7% to 12.3%, while the 25-34 age group increased from 10.9% to 11.9%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group declined from 14.5% to 12.2%, and the 45-54 age group decreased from 13.0% to 11.6%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Jondaryan's age structure. Notably, the 75-84 age group is projected to grow by 40%, reaching 632 people from 452. The combined age groups of 65 and above will account for 60% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both the 55-64 and 45-54 age groups are projected to have reduced numbers.