Millbank - Avoca
Statistical Area - sa2

Millbank - Avoca has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Millbank - Avoca's population is approximately 7,905 as of November 2025. This represents an increase of 499 people, a 6.7% rise since the 2021 Census which recorded a population of 7,406. The change was inferred from ABS estimates showing an estimated resident population of 7,784 by June 2024 and an additional 150 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 828 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages seen across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 6.7% growth since the census places it within 1.9 percentage points of the SA3 area (8.6%), indicating strong growth fundamentals. Interstate migration contributed approximately 82.2% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary population growth in the area.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For SA2 areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are used. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 and based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Considering projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth of locations outside capital cities is anticipated. Based on the latest population numbers, Millbank - Avoca is expected to increase by 142 persons to reach 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 0.3% over the 17-year period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Millbank - Avoca when compared nationally

Millbank - Avoca recorded approximately 22 residential properties granted approval annually. Between financial years FY-21 and FY-25, around 112 homes were approved, with an additional 20 approved in FY-26 to date. On average, for every home built over the past five financial years, there are about 3.4 new residents.

This supply lagging demand indicates heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. New properties are constructed at an average value of $530,000, reflecting a developer focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. In FY-26, $7.5 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, demonstrating the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Millbank - Avoca shows substantially reduced construction, at 54.0% below the regional average per person. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties, though building activity has accelerated in recent years, albeit still under the national average, indicating the area's established nature and potential planning limitations.

Recent construction comprises 95.0% standalone homes and 5.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's low-density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers. Interestingly, developers are building more traditional houses than the current mix suggests (77.0% at Census), indicating continued strong demand for family homes despite density pressures. With around 232 people per dwelling approval, Millbank - Avoca shows a developing market. Population forecasts indicate Millbank - Avoca will gain 21 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Millbank - Avoca has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 36thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects likely affecting the region. Notable initiatives include New Social Housing in Avoca, Bundaberg Regional Aviation and Aerospace Precinct, Bundaberg GHAG Solar PV Park, and RFDS Aviation Training Centre. The following list details those most relevant:.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Millbank - Avoca recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Millbank - Avoca's workforce comprises both white and blue-collar jobs with significant representation from essential services sectors. The unemployment rate in June 2025 was 5.4%, showing a growth of 5.6% over the previous year.

As of that date, 3,424 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.5% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation lagged at 47.9%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries for employment among residents included health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The area had a particular specialization in health care & social assistance with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level.

Conversely, construction showed lower representation at 7.6% versus the regional average of 10.1%. Employment opportunities locally appeared limited, as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 5.6% while labour force grew by 7.3%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 1.5 percentage points. This contrasted with Rest of Qld where employment rose by 1.8%, labour force grew by 2.0%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 projected a growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years for national employment. Applying these projections to Millbank - Avoca's employment mix suggested local growth of approximately 6.6%% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Millbank - Avoca's median income among taxpayers is $43,031, with an average of $53,172. These figures are below the national averages. Rest of Qld has a median income of $50,780 and an average of $64,844. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Millbank - Avoca would be approximately $49,051 (median) and $60,611 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data indicates that household, family and personal incomes in Millbank - Avoca fall between the 8th and 10th percentiles nationally. The income bracket of $400 - 799 dominates with 30.0% of residents (2,371 people), unlike surrounding regions where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket dominates at 31.7%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Millbank - Avoca, with only 84.5% of income remaining, ranking at the 10th percentile.

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

Dwelling structure in Millbank - Avoca, as per the latest Census, consisted of 77.0% houses and 23.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro Qld's 84.6% houses and 15.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Millbank - Avoca was 42.0%, with the rest either mortgaged (28.5%) or rented (29.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, aligning with Non-Metro Qld's average. The median weekly rent was $295, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $285. Nationally, Millbank - Avoca's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,300 versus Australia's $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Millbank - Avoca features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 66.0% of all households, including 20.5% couples with children, 31.9% couples without children, and 12.5% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 34.0%, with lone person households at 31.1% and group households comprising 2.9%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.4.

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

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates at 13.1%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 9.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 36.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (7.8%) and certificates (28.9%).

A substantial 23.8% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 9.4% in primary education, 7.2% in secondary education, and 2.9% in tertiary education. Avoca State School serves the local area with an enrollment of 308 students as of 2021, offering typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 953) with balanced educational opportunities. The school focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in surrounding areas. Local school capacity is limited at 3.9 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 13.9, resulting in many families traveling to nearby areas for schooling.

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

Transport analysis shows 23 active stops operating in Millbank - Avoca area, all of which are bus services. These stops are served by six different routes that together offer 257 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as good with residents on average located 358 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 36 trips per day across all routes, equating to about 11 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Millbank - Avoca is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

The Millbank - Avoca area faces significant health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older residents. Private health cover is low, at approximately 47% (around 3,691 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 13.5% and 9.4% of residents respectively. However, 54.6% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 59.1% in the rest of Queensland. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 31.6% (2,495 people), compared to 26.3% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors are broadly similar to those of the general population.

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

Millbank-Avoca had a low cultural diversity, with 88.5% born in Australia, 92.2% being citizens, and 95.2% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion, at 56.1%, compared to 54.0% regionally. The top three ancestral groups were English (32.3%), Australian (30.5%), and Scottish (7.8%).

Notably, German ancestry was higher than average at 6.3% versus 6.4% regionally, while Australian Aboriginal ancestry was also higher at 4.0% compared to 3.4%.

Millbank - Avoca hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Millbank - Avoca has a median age of 48, which is higher than Rest of Qld's figure of 41 and significantly above the national norm of 38. The 75-84 age group constitutes 12.1% of its population, compared to Rest of Qld's percentage, while the 35-44 cohort makes up 9.5%. This concentration in the 75-84 age group is well above the national figure of 6.0%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 10.2% to 11.4% of the population. By 2041, Millbank - Avoca is expected to experience notable shifts in its age composition. The 85+ group is projected to grow by 39%, reaching 674 people from 484. The aging population trend is evident, with those aged 65 and above comprising 71% of the projected growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 35-44 and 45-54 age cohorts.