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Kin Kora - Sun Valley has an estimated 3,581 residents, up 1.4% since the 2021 Census, with 47 projects tracked in the area around Kin Kora - Sun Valley.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 436 kilometres north-northwest from Brisbane CBD in Queensland, Australia, the Kin Kora - Sun Valley Statistical Area (Lv2) offers an appealing blend of quiet residential living and modern conveniences, renowned for its greenery, peaceful atmosphere, parklands, walking trails, and nearby coastline. AreaSearch estimates the community's population to be approximately 3,581 as of August 2026, marking minimal expansion since the 2021 Census recorded 3,533 people. This demographic trajectory reflects the latest Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures from the ABS alongside new addresses added since the Census, while residents display a standard age profile with a median age of 38.
Economically and structurally, the locality is defined by a strong detached house representation and an above-average number of children per family, alongside severely limited dwelling supply and constrained expansion patterns. The workforce demonstrates a notable utilities employment base, an elevated manufacturing employment presence, and a pronounced logistics and transport industry footprint.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,667 in 2001 and 3,581 in 2025. The Aug 2026 estimate (ABS June 2025 base) is the same.
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 14.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 34.8%.
Kin Kora - Sun Valley ranks in the 64th percentile nationally for income and the 64th for infrastructure drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Kin Kora - Sun Valley is $482 a week, up 5.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 25% below Regional Qld.
25% below Regional Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $213 in 2017, $537 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $145 in 2017, $384 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $482 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $537 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +3.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $384 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +8.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Gladstone | $524 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Gladstone, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central Queensland | $518 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central Queensland, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Qld | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Qld, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 47 projects in and around Kin Kora - Sun Valley, 11 of them under construction.
A proposed 200MW/800MWh lithium-ion battery energy storage system designed to enhance grid stability and support renewable energy…
Construction of 13 new social homes in West Gladstone designed for single people, couples, young people, people with disability, and…
Economic Development Queensland is constructing the Byelle Precinct at Clinton Industrial Estate, delivering 27 fully serviced…
Harvey Road Sports and Events Precinct is a proposed redevelopment of Marley Brown Oval and the surrounding sports fields at Clinton…
The Port of Gladstone Gatcombe and Golding Cutting Channel Duplication Project (GGCCDP) involves duplicating the existing Gatcombe and…
Powerlink Queensland's Gladstone Project is a critical multi-stage transmission network reinforcement program to ensure electricity…
Brookview Estate is a resort style master planned residential community in Glen Eden, Gladstone.
Privately funded coal export terminal at Golding Point within the Port of Gladstone.
The Clinton Vessel Interaction Project widened the Clinton Channel by about 100m to reduce vessel interaction risks such as mooring breaks…
Ongoing residential development in Calliope experiencing strong population growth driven by regional migration and clean energy projects in…
Stage Two of the HPA First Project is a commercial-scale ultra-high purity alumina refinery at 53-55 Reid Road, Yarwun, near Gladstone in…
BayWa r.e. is proposing a lithium-ion battery energy storage system at Wurdong Heights, about 12 km south-west of Gladstone.
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Estimated completion year of the 22 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 5, 2027 4, 2028 3, 2029 3, 2030 3, 2031 1, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 8 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 0.2 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 4th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 1 | ABS building approvals | 6th percentile nationally |
Dwelling approval activity in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 area has seen 3 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2's current population of 3,581 has been supported by 1 approval on average over recent years.
The Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 has seen 0.2 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.3 approvals in Regional Qld. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 2684 people in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2, compared to one for every 152 in Regional Qld.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 1, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 has seen 4 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 include: Hughes Road Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) (Planning); Harvey Road Sports and Events Precinct (Planning); Clinton Industrial Estate (Construction); West Gladstone Social Homes (Construction); and Port of Gladstone Gatcombe and Golding Cutting Channel Duplication Project (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 spans multiple sectors including Energy, Sports & Recreation, and Business Parks & Technology Hubs, among others.
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03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Kin Kora - Sun Valley has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,581 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +1.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,332 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 57th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | -0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,533 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 48 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 2.69 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 was estimated to be approximately 3,581 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,581 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The kin kora - sun valley sa2 has added approximately 48 people and shown a 1.36% increase from the 3,533 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is estimated at 1,331 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.7% per annum.
Population growth in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is driven by: Natural increase (63.9%), Overseas migration (36.1%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Natural increase, contributing 63.9% of overall population gains.
Kin Kora - Sun Valley's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 40th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 24.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 38 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 9.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 at 38 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 38 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 38 years as at August 2026, Kin Kora - Sun Valley is 3 years younger than the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) and equal to the national Census average.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 compared to the Regional Qld region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 14.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 compared to the Regional Qld region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 4.8% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is broadly in line with Regional Qld.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.6% of the population in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 15.4% of the population in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 64% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $67,925 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $83,319 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,682 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $808 | 2021 Census, weekly | 51st percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 20.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,024 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 20.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is approximately $72,754. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $67,925.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is approximately $89,243. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $83,319.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is approximately $72,754 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,925 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is approximately $89,243 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $83,319 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2's households (~34.8% / 455 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 34.8% of households. In comparison, Regional Qld's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.7% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is $1,682/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is $2,024/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is $808/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $67,925 with the average level standing at $83,319. This is very high nationally and compares to levels of $56,722 and $71,544 across Regional Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $72,754 (median) and $89,243 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is $6,308 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The kin kora - sun valley sa2's disposable income is $6,308 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Kin Kora - Sun Valley has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,865 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,972 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,950 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 has approximately 1,865 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 stands at 4.4%, which is 0.6 percentage points above Regional Qld's rate of 3.8%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are manufacturing (15.1% of employment), construction (10.8%), and health care & social assistance (10.8%). Other significant employers include retail trade and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is 69.6%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The kin kora - sun valley sa2 shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 15.1% of the local workforce compared to 5.6% across Regional Qld. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.7, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The kin kora - sun valley sa2's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 0.9% growth, ranking 20th out of 37 regions nationally.
Education in Kin Kora - Sun Valley: university qualifications 13.6%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 986.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 13.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 36.9% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 7.8% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 41.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.6% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
13.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
41.5% of people aged 15 and over in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The kin kora - sun valley sa2 ranks in the 32th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 are: Certificate (36.9%), Bachelor Degree (9.8%), Advanced Diploma (7.8%).
30.4% of the population in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.6% in primary school, 10.4% in secondary school, 2.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is 986, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 2 schools within the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 1,361 students.
The kin kora - sun valley sa2 includes 1 primary school, 1 combined school.
Kin Kora - Sun Valley features high concentrations of single parent families, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 22.8% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 29.9% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 28.1% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 15.1% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,309 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,327 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 73.7% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 had 1,309 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 1.4% to an estimated 1,327 households today.
The average household size in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 73.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (22.8%), group households (2.8%), and other household types (0.7%).
Of the 965 family households, couples with children account for 29.9% of all households, couples without children at home 28.1%, and single parent families 15.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 45.2% of the adult population are currently married, while 37.1% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 22.8% of all households in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2, similar to the average for Regional Qld of 25.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.8% of households, below the Regional Qld average of 4.0%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 94.4% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 89.9% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 87.4% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
Kin Kora - Sun Valley was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 89.9% of its population being citizens, 87.4% born in Australia, and 94.4% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Kin Kora - Sun Valley, at 46.7% of people, although more residents (51.0%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 52.2% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Kin Kora - Sun Valley are English, comprising 30.9% of the population, Australian, comprising 30.6% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.2% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: German is notably overrepresented at 5.3% of Kin Kora - Sun Valley (vs 4.7% across Regional Qld), Australian Aboriginal at 3.9% (vs 3.9%) and South African at 0.5% (vs 0.5%).
12.6% of the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
5.6% of the population in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
3.9% of the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
89.9% of the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Kin Kora - Sun Valley is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 28.5% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 29.1% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 94.3% | 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,517 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 30th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 42.4% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 4.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $273 | 2021 Census, weekly | 18th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.2% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 12th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 20.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 20th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2, 29.1% of homes are owned outright, 42.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 28.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 94.3% of dwellings in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 are houses.
In the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2, 1.5% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 4.2% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 stands at 29.1%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is $1,517, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is $980, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 20.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.2% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 20.8% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 16.2% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 consists of 94.3% detached houses, 4.2% semi-detached dwellings, 1.5% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Kin Kora - Sun Valley consumes approximately 13.5% of median household income ($7,283 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Health performance in Kin Kora - Sun Valley is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 58.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 73rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 68.2% | 2021 Census | 44th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.2% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 73.9% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
Around 58.7% of people in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2, 5.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
7.9% of people in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.9% of the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.6% of people in the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2, 58.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Qld sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 37 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 37th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 16 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 16th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 170 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 14th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 224 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 5 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 4.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 16 public transport stops within the Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2.
The Kin Kora - Sun Valley SA2 has 170 weekly trips across 5 routes, averaging 24 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 212 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 459 m away and the nearest school 511 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 16 stops nearby, 170 weekly trips, access rating 37 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 58 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 58th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 459 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 511 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 732 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 2.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 74 places in Kin Kora - Sun Valley, about 3.0 children aged 0-4 per place.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity in Kin Kora - Sun Valley is exceptionally low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally.
Kin Kora - Sun Valley has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 45th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Kin Kora - Sun Valley is $482 a week, +5.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Kin Kora - Sun Valley has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Kin Kora - Sun Valley's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 64% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Kin Kora - Sun Valley has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
Education in Kin Kora - Sun Valley: university qualifications 13.6%, school advantage index (ICSEA) 986.
Kin Kora - Sun Valley features high concentrations of single parent families, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
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 is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Qld.
Health performance in Kin Kora - Sun Valley is lower than the national average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Kin Kora - Sun Valley has an estimated 3,581 residents, up 1.4% since the 2021 Census, with 47 projects tracked in the area around Kin Kora - Sun Valley.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Kin Kora - Sun Valley.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (308051536). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Kin Kora - Sun Valley from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Kin Kora - Sun Valley with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
