Kin Kora - Sun Valley
Statistical Area - sa2

Kin Kora - Sun Valley has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Kin Kora - Sun Valley's population is approximately 3,588 as of Aug 2025. This figure shows an increase of 55 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 3,533. The change is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 3,578 by June 2024 and four additional validated addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density of 1,333 persons per square kilometer, higher than national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Natural growth contributed approximately 65.8% of overall population gains recently.

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, with proportional growth weightings applied for age cohorts lacking specific splits. Future population projections indicate a median increase for non-metropolitan Australia, with an expected expansion of 167 persons to 2041, representing a total increase of 4.4% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Kin Kora - Sun Valley is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Kin Kora - Sun Valley has had minimal residential development activity with less than one dwelling approval annually over the past five years, totalling two approvals. This low level of development reflects the rural nature of the area where development is typically driven by specific local housing needs rather than broader market demand. It should be noted that given the small number of approvals, individual development projects can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.

Kin Kora - Sun Valley has substantially lower development levels compared to the rest of Queensland, with development levels also under national averages.

Kin Kora - Sun Valley has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 32ndth percentile nationally

No changes can significantly influence a region's performance like modifications to local infrastructure, substantial projects, and planning initiatives. Zero projects have been identified by AreaSearch that might affect this area. Notable projects include HPA First Project Stage 2, Hughes Road Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), Toowoomba to Gladstone Inland Rail Extension, and Clinton Industrial Estate, with the following list outlining those likely most relevant.

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The employment landscape in Kin Kora - Sun Valley shows performance that lags behind national averages across key labour market indicators

Kin Kora - Sun Valley has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominent manufacturing and industrial sectors, an unemployment rate of 6.1% as of June 2025, and estimated employment growth of 3.7% over the past year. The area's unemployment rate is 2.2% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%, with workforce participation at 65.1%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%.

Leading industries for residents include manufacturing, construction, and health care & social assistance. Manufacturing is particularly strong, with an employment share 2.7 times the regional level. However, health care & social assistance is under-represented at 10.8%, compared to Rest of Qld's 16.1%. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 3.7% while labour force grew by 5.0%, resulting in a rise in unemployment rate by 1.2 percentage points.

In comparison, Rest of Qld had employment growth of 1.8%, labour force growth of 2.0%, and an unemployment increase of 0.2 percentage points. State-level data to Sep-25 shows Queensland's employment contracted by 0.23% (losing 8,070 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%. National unemployment is at 4.5%, with national employment growth of 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but industry-specific projections suggest Kin Kora - Sun Valley's local growth could be approximately 5.4% over five years and 11.9% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Kin Kora - Sun Valley's median income among taxpayers was $60,367 and the average income stood at $74,623 in financial year 2022, according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. These figures compared to Rest of Qld's median income of $50,780 and average income of $64,844 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.71% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Kin Kora - Sun Valley would be approximately $67,436 (median) and $83,361 (average) as of March 2025. According to the 2021 Census figures, household incomes in Kin Kora - Sun Valley ranked at the 49th percentile, family incomes at the 46th percentile, and personal incomes at the 51st percentile. The largest income bracket comprised 34.8% of residents earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (1,248 residents), which was consistent with broader trends across regional levels showing 31.7% in the same category. After housing expenses, 86.5% of income remained for other expenses.

Kin Kora - Sun Valley is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Kin Kora - Sun Valley's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 94.3% houses and 5.7% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 85.7% houses and 14.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kin Kora - Sun Valley was at 29.1%, similar to Non-Metro Qld's level. The remaining dwellings were mortgaged (42.4%) or rented (28.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,517, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,600. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $273, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $275. Nationally, Kin Kora - Sun Valley's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Kin Kora - Sun Valley has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 74.4% of all households, including 29.9% couples with children, 28.1% couples without children, and 15.1% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 25.6%, with lone person households at 22.8% and group households at 2.8%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Kin Kora - Sun Valley fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 13.6%, substantially lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.0% and graduate diplomas at 1.8%. Vocational credentials are prominent, with 44.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (7.8%) and certificates (36.9%). Educational participation is high, with 30.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including primary (11.6%), secondary (10.4%), and tertiary (2.8%) levels.

Kin Kora State School and Trinity College serve a total of 1,361 students, with Kin Kora - Sun Valley demonstrating typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 986) and balanced educational opportunities. The area functions as an education hub with 37.9 school places per 100 residents, significantly higher than the regional average of 18.2, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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

Transport analysis shows 13 active transport stops operating within Kin Kora - Sun Valley area as of April 2021. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, totaling 5 individual routes. Together, they facilitate 170 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents on average located 231 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 24 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 13 weekly trips per individual stop as of April 2021.

Health outcomes in Kin Kora - Sun Valley are marginally below the national average with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Kin Kora - Sun Valley's health indicators show below-average outcomes.

Common health conditions are somewhat typical but higher than the national average among older residents. Approximately 56% (~2,027 people) have private health cover, a very high rate. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 8.8 and 7.9% of residents respectively. 68.2% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 69.4% across Rest of Qld. The area has 14.2% (509 people) aged 65 and over, lower than the 15.2% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than the broader population.

Kin Kora - Sun Valley is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Kin Kora - Sun Valley showed lower cultural diversity, with 89.9% citizens, 87.4% born in Australia, and 94.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 46.7%, compared to 47.5% regionally. Top ancestry groups were English (30.9%), Australian (30.6%), and Irish (8.2%).

Notably, German ancestry was higher at 5.3% (vs regional 5.1%), Australian Aboriginal lower at 3.9% (vs regional 4.3%), and South African also lower at 0.5% (vs regional 0.6%).

Kin Kora - Sun Valley's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Kin Kora - Sun Valley is 38 years, which is slightly below Rest of Qld's average of 41 but aligns with Australia's median age of 38. The 5-14 age group makes up 14.2% of the population compared to Rest of Qld's percentage, while the 65-74 cohort constitutes 8.2%. Post-census data from 2021 shows that the 15-24 age group has increased from 11.8% to 13.7%, but the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 15.7% to 13.2%, and the 5-14 group has dropped from 15.4% to 14.2%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Kin Kora - Sun Valley. Notably, the 25-34 age group is expected to grow by 15 people (from 404 to 465), while both the 45-54 and 65-74 cohorts are projected to decrease in population.