Kingaroy Surrounds - South

Kingaroy Surrounds - South has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Kingaroy Surrounds - South's population was around 4,441 as of November 2025. This figure reflects an increase of 284 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,157 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 4,411 in June 2024 and an additional 25 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1.9 persons per square kilometer. Kingaroy Surrounds - South's growth rate of 6.8% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area's growth rate of 6.2%. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 57.1% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 are adopted, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings are applied in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Considering projected demographic shifts, a population increase just below the median of regional areas across the nation is expected by 2041, with the area expected to grow by 305 persons, reflecting a gain of 6.2% in total over the 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Kingaroy Surrounds - South recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Kingaroy Surrounds - South has seen approximately 10 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years. Specifically, 54 homes were approved between FY21-FY25 and an additional 9 have been approved in FY26 to date. This results in an average of 6.2 new residents arriving per dwelling constructed yearly during this period.

Consequently, demand for housing significantly outpaces supply, which typically exerts upward pressure on prices and intensifies competition among buyers. The average construction cost value of these new homes is $278,000, which is below the regional average, indicating more affordable housing options for buyers in the area. In FY26 alone, commercial approvals totaling $8.3 million have been registered, underscoring Kingaroy Surrounds - South's predominantly residential character. When compared to the Rest of Qld, this region has roughly three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 36th percentile nationally in terms of buyer options for new dwellings.

This suggests somewhat limited new housing choices while demand for established dwellings strengthens. Recent development activity in Kingaroy Surrounds - South is below the national average, indicating an area with a well-established character and potentially some planning limitations. All recent development has consisted solely of detached dwellings, preserving the region's low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated population-to-dwelling-approval ratio stands at 463 people per dwelling approval, reflecting its quiet, low-activity development environment. Looking ahead, Kingaroy Surrounds - South is projected to gain approximately 275 residents by 2041, according to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate. Current development levels appear aligned with future population growth requirements, suggesting stable market conditions without significant price pressures in the foreseeable future.

Kingaroy Surrounds - South has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 0thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 22 projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include enhancing safety along D'Aguilar Highway from Yarraman to Kingaroy at multiple locations, developing the New Kingaroy Shopping Complex and Taabinga Industrial Estate, and establishing the South Burnett Renewable Energy Hub. Below is a list of projects most relevant to the area.

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Employment conditions in Kingaroy Surrounds - South demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Kingaroy Surrounds - South has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominent manufacturing and industrial sectors, and an unemployment rate of 3.1%. Over the past year, employment grew by 10.0%.

As of September 2025, 2,556 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.0% lower than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation is similar to Rest of Qld at 59.1%. Key industries include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The area specializes in agriculture, forestry & fishing with an employment share 4.8 times the regional level, but has a lower proportion in health care & social assistance (11.1% vs Rest of Qld's 16.1%).

Employment opportunities locally may be limited based on Census data analysis. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 10.0%, labour force by 10.1%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.1 percentage points. By comparison, Rest of Qld had employment growth of 1.7% and unemployment rose 0.3 percentage points. Statewide in Queensland, as of 25-Nov, employment contracted by 0.01% with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National employment forecasts suggest a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kingaroy Surrounds - South's industry mix indicates local employment growth of 5.0% over five years and 11.3% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation and does not account for localized population projections.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that Kingaroy Surrounds - South SA2 has lower income compared to national averages. The median income is $44,171 and the average income stands at $52,371. In contrast, Rest of Qld's median income is $50,780 with an average income of $64,844. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $50,351 (median) and $59,698 (average). Census data indicates that household, family and personal incomes in Kingaroy Surrounds - South fall between the 16th and 24th percentiles nationally. The data reveals that 31.9% of the population (1,416 individuals) have incomes ranging from $1,500 to $2,999. Housing costs are manageable with 89.7% retained, but disposable income is below average at the 32nd percentile.

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

Dwelling structure in Kingaroy Surrounds - South, as per the latest Census, consists of 99.1% houses and 0.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro Qld's 93.4% houses and 6.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kingaroy Surrounds - South is at 48.3%, with the rest either mortgaged (34.5%) or rented (17.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area is $1,227, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,083. The median weekly rent figure is $250, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $230. Nationally, Kingaroy Surrounds - South's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

Kingaroy Surrounds - South has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 75.8% of all households, including 28.1% couples with children, 38.2% couples without children, and 8.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 24.2%, with lone person households at 21.9% and group households comprising 2.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.3.

Kingaroy Surrounds - South faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 13.0%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.1%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.8%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.1%). Trade and technical skills are prevalent, with 42.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas at 10.3% and certificates at 32.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 28.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.6% in primary education, 10.5% in secondary education, and 1.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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Health performance in Kingaroy Surrounds - South is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Kingaroy Surrounds' south faces significant health challenges with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 46% of its total population (~2,051 people) has private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (9.8%) and mental health issues (9.3%). Notably, 65.8% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, higher than Rest of Qld's 59.4%. The area has 22.6% of residents aged 65 and over (1,005 people), lower than Rest of Qld's 26.8%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are above average, performing better than the general population in health metrics.

The latest Census data sees Kingaroy Surrounds - South placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Kingaroy Surrounds - South had a cultural diversity below average, with 89.9% of its population being citizens, 92.9% born in Australia, and 98.2% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion, comprising 59.9%, compared to 56.4% across Rest of Qld. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (33.3%), English (32.0%), and German (8.2%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation was higher at 2.8% (vs regional 6.0%), Scottish at 8.0% (vs 7.4%), and Irish at 7.9% (vs 7.5%).

Kingaroy Surrounds - South hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Kingaroy Surrounds - South's median age is 46 years, significantly higher than Rest of Qld's 41 and Australia's 38. Compared to Rest of Qld, Kingaroy Surrounds - South has a higher percentage of residents aged 55-64 (15.4%) but fewer aged 25-34 (9.3%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the 15-24 age group has grown from 10.5% to 12.4%, while the 75-84 cohort increased from 7.0% to 8.5%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has declined from 13.8% to 11.9%. By 2041, Kingaroy Surrounds - South's age composition is expected to shift notably. The 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 37%, reaching 562 people from 411 currently. Meanwhile, the 5-14 and 15-24 cohorts are expected to decrease in population.