Margate - Woody Point

Margate - Woody Point has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Margate-Woody Point's population is 12,827 as of May 2026, an increase of 853 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 11,974. This change was inferred from ABS estimates and validated new addresses between June 2025 and the Census date. The population density is 2,997 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile nationally according to AreaSearch's assessment. Margate-Woody Point's growth of 7.1% since the census is within 1.8 percentage points of the SA3 area's growth of 8.9%. Overseas migration contributed approximately 80.5% 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 by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are used, applying proportional growth weightings for age cohorts in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023. Future demographic trends indicate a significant population increase is forecasted, with the area expected to grow by 3,325 persons to 2041, reflecting a total gain of 24.5% over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Margate - Woody Point among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Margate - Woody Point has seen approximately 117 new home approvals each year over the past five financial years, totalling 589 homes. As of FY26, 93 approvals have been recorded. On average, around 0.9 new residents per dwelling were constructed annually between FY21 and FY25. This suggests supply is meeting or exceeding demand, offering more buyer choices while supporting potential population growth above projections.

The average construction cost value for new homes was $442,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. In FY26, $7.3 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting the area's residential character. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Margate - Woody Point has moderately higher new home approvals, approximately 14.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years. This preserves reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand. The current new development mix consists of 22.0% standalone homes and 78.0% attached dwellings, promoting higher-density living to create more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers.

This represents a significant change from the current housing mix, which is predominantly houses (64.0%). With around 72 people per dwelling approval, Margate - Woody Point exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the population is forecasted to increase by 3,147 residents through to 2041. Existing development levels appear aligned with future requirements, maintaining stable market conditions without significant price pressures.

Margate - Woody Point has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 23 projects expected to impact the region. Notable initiatives include Tydal Woody Point (Tydal Sands & Tydal Oceana), Tydal Woody Point, Aqua Woody Point, and Nautica by Rogerscorp. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Margate - Woody Point has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Margate - Woody Point has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. The unemployment rate was 5.0% as of December 2025, with an estimated employment growth of 3.6% over the past year. There were 6,036 residents in work at this time, while the unemployment rate was 0.8% higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation lagged significantly at 57.8%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 69.6%. According to Census responses, 16.4% of residents worked from home. Key industries of employment among residents were health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.

However, professional & technical services employed only 5.7% of local workers, compared to Greater Brisbane's 8.9%. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 3.6%, while labour force increased by 4.0%, leading to a rise in unemployment by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.2% and unemployment fell by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment expansion of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Margate - Woody Point's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localised population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The latest AreaSearch postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 indicates that Margate - Woody Point SA2 had a median income of $54,052 and an average income of $65,199. This is lower than the national averages of $58,236 (median) and $72,799 (average) for Greater Brisbane. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, the estimated median income in Margate - Woody Point as of March 2026 would be approximately $60,192 and the average income would be around $72,606. Census 2021 data shows that incomes in Margate - Woody Point fall between the 15th and 27th percentiles nationally for household, family, and personal incomes. The most common income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, with 26.1% of residents (3,347 people) falling into this category, similar to the surrounding region where this cohort represents 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Margate - Woody Point, with only 79.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 12th percentile nationally.

Margate - Woody Point displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Margate-Woody Point's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, had 64.5% houses and 35.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Brisbane metro, in comparison, had 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Margate-Woody Point was 30.6%, with the rest either mortgaged (27.6%) or rented (41.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, below Brisbane metro's $1,863, and the median weekly rent was $325, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Margate-Woody Point's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Margate - Woody Point features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 58.3% of all households, including 18.2% couples with children, 25.8% couples without children, and 13.2% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 41.7%, with lone person households at 38.0% and group households comprising 3.7%. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

Educational outcomes in Margate - Woody Point fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

Margate's Woody Point trail shows 20.8% of residents aged 15+ have university degrees, compared to Greater Brisbane's 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational credentials are held by 41.2% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 12.3% and certificates at 28.9%. A total of 24.1% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 8.1% in primary education, 6.8% in secondary education, and 3.9% in tertiary education.

A substantial 24.1% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 8.1% in primary education, 6.8% in secondary education, and 3.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Margate - Woody Point has 49 active public transport stops, all bus services. These are covered by four routes offering a total of 639 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents typically living 171 meters from the nearest stop. Most commutes are outward-bound due to its residential nature. Cars are the dominant mode at 87%, while train usage stands at 6%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per dwelling, below the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 16.4% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 91 trips per day, translating to about 13 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Margate - Woody Point faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age cohorts.

Private health cover is at approximately 52% of the total population (~6,657 people), slightly lower than Greater Brisbane's 55.8%. The most common medical conditions are arthritis (11.1%) and mental health issues (10.7%). Conversely, 59.1% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has a higher proportion of seniors at 27.7%, or 3,549 people, compared to Greater Brisbane's 15.1%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, ranking broadly in line with the general population nationally.

Margate - Woody Point ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Margate-Woody Point had a cultural diversity index below the average, with 86.5% of its population being Australian citizens, 77.0% born in Australia, and 93.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 51.0% of Margate-Woody Point's population, compared to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane. The top three ancestry groups were English (31.5%), Australian (23.8%), and Irish (10.2%).

Notably, New Zealanders made up 1.2% of the population (versus 1.0% regionally), Maori comprised 1.2% (versus 1.1%), and Samoans constituted 0.6% (versus 0.9%).

Margate - Woody Point hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Margate-Woody Point's median age is 48 years, which is considerably higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The 65-74 age group constitutes 15.1% of its population, compared to Greater Brisbane's percentage, while the 25-34 cohort makes up 7.9%. This concentration in the 65-74 age group is well above the national average of 9.4%. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 75-84 age group has grown from 7.2% to 9.7%, while the 45-54 cohort has declined from 15.2% to 13.7% and the 5-14 group has dropped from 10.0% to 8.8%. Demographic modeling suggests that Margate-Woody Point's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041, with the 75-84 cohort projected to grow by 74%, adding 913 residents to reach 2,154. Senior residents aged 65 and above will drive 66% of population growth, underscoring demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the 35-44 and 0-4 age cohorts.