Area profile · Greater Brisbane
Moreton Island has an estimated 334 residents, up 8.1% since the 2021 Census, with 106 projects tracked in the area around Moreton Island.
Updated 20 Dec 2025.
Order a reportDraw your own catchment
You are viewing the free Snapshot. Dashboard puts rankings, rents, projects and services on one screen, and Full adds every chapter with charts and maps. Dashboard and Full are included with AreaSearch Operator and Pro, or unlocked by the area's Area Expert. You need to log in to open them.
Moreton Island, situated 47 kilometres northeast of Brisbane's Central Business District, has witnessed a steady population growth leading up to November 2025. With an estimated population of approximately 334 residents at this date, as per AreaSearch's latest findings, Moreton Island has seen an increase of 18 people since the 2021 Census figure of 316, marking a rise of about 5.7%. This trend can be attributed to the island's consistent appeal, despite its limited expansion patterns, which reflects its popularity among certain demographic groups such as young adults and middle-aged individuals favoring lone person households or couples without children.
Notably, Moreton Island boasts a robust economy with very low unemployment rates and high outright home ownership levels. The hospitality sector stands out, employing a significant portion of the population, while real estate also plays a pronounced role in the island's economic landscape.
Free with an AreaSearch account. Pro is not needed.Free. Built in your browser.
01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Moreton Island, situated 47 kilometres northeast of Brisbane's Central Business District, has witnessed a steady population growth leading up to November 2025. With an estimated population of approximately 334 residents at this date, as per AreaSearch's latest findings, Moreton Island has seen an increase of 18 people since the 2021 Census figure of 316, marking a rise of about 5.7%. This trend can be attributed to the island's consistent appeal, despite its limited expansion patterns, which reflects its popularity among certain demographic groups such as young adults and middle-aged individuals favoring lone person households or couples without children.
Notably, Moreton Island boasts a robust economy with very low unemployment rates and high outright home ownership levels. The hospitality sector stands out, employing a significant portion of the population, while real estate also plays a pronounced role in the island's economic landscape.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 192 in 2001 and 333 in 2024. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Nov 2025: 334 (ABS June 2024 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 31.1%.
Moreton Island ranks in the 98th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 92nd for health.
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.
AreaSearch tracks 106 projects in and around Moreton Island, 34 of them under construction.
Brolga Lakes is a masterplanned residential community of about 374 homes on a 124-hectare site at Old Bay Road, Burpengary East, in the Moreton Bay Regional Council area. The estate is reported as sold out.
Bribie Pines Island Village is an over 50s manufactured home estate on Bribie Island, offering around 200 low maintenance homes in a land lease community.
Council-led upgrade and expansion of the Bongaree Village Shopping Precinct on Bribie Island, delivering additional small format retail tenancies, upgraded streetscape and public realm, improved pedestrian links and foreshore connections, and reconfigured parking as part of the Bongaree Village master plan and wider investment in the City of Moreton Bay…
New 5 storey retirement living community by Sundale comprising 84 independent living units with coastal views, shared lounges, landscaped gardens and onsite community facilities designed for seniors.
Development application approval for a 5-storey medium-rise residential apartment building comprising 15 multi-bedroom dwellings following the amalgamation and demolition of existing residential sites. The development features private balconies, communal open space amenities, and integrated basement car parking along the Scarborough foreshore.
Coastal protection works along the foreshore opposite 133 to 153 Flinders Parade in Scarborough to mitigate erosion and stabilise the cliff line. The project entails extending the existing Drury Point rock groyne by approximately 50 metres and depositing around 10,000 cubic metres of sand for beach nourishment.
Palazzo Del Mare is a boutique luxury multi-residential development overlooking Queens Beach. The completed project delivers seven premium 3-bedroom residences including ground-floor beach homes and dual penthouses with private lock-up garaging.
One Redcliffe is a landmark luxury mixed-use development by Gardner Vaughan Group featuring 214 apartments across two iconic 11-storey towers. The project includes 14 ground-floor retail and commercial tenancies designed to create a vibrant lifestyle precinct.
A $19.5 million redevelopment of the beachfront area into a new, accessible two-storey pavilion. Construction by Kane Constructions commenced in February 2026.
Mixed-use development featuring 80 residential apartments across 2 and 3 bedroom configurations. Designed by Ellivo Architects with retail on ground level and waterfront positioning on Landsborough Avenue Esplanade.
Proposed heritage redevelopment of the former Redcliffe Picture Palace (later the Pier Theatre) site. The approved concept retains and incorporates the historic theatre facade into an approximately 82-apartment mixed-use development with ground-floor retail and food and drink premises, preserving an important local heritage landmark while enabling…
Completed social and affordable seniors housing development by Brisbane Housing Company comprising 82 one-bedroom apartments for residents aged 55 and over. The project delivers 59 social housing and 23 affordable rental homes with communal indoor and outdoor spaces, rooftop terrace, landscaped courtyard and accessible design.
Images marked AI impression are illustrative only and not photographs of the project; follow the project links for actual imagery. Original imagery? Contact us.
Estimated completion year of the 59 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 3, 2026 17, 2027 19, 2028 10, 2029 6, 2030 1, 2031 1, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 11 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 5.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | |
| Average approvals a year | 1 | ABS building approvals |
Dwelling approval activity in the Moreton Island area has seen 4 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. Moreton Island's current population of 334 has been supported by 1 approval on average over recent years.
Moreton Island has seen 0.5 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.8 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 218 people in Moreton Island, compared to one for every 140 in the broader region.
The long-run outlook for development is part of AreaSearch Operator and Pro. Log in to see the forecast detail in Full.
Looking at development activity over the past five years, Moreton Island'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 population in Moreton Island has grown by approximately 141 people, while 8 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 17.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence Moreton Island include: Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan - South East Queensland (Planning); Cross River Rail - European Train Control System (Construction); South East Queensland Level Crossing Program 2024 (Planning); Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan (Planning); and Queensland Energy Roadmap 2025 (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting Moreton Island spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Energy, and Sports & Recreation, among others.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting Moreton Island, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within the broader region.
The long-run outlook for infrastructure is part of AreaSearch Operator and Pro. Log in to see the forecast detail in Full.
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.
Moreton Island is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 334 | AreaSearch estimate, Nov 2025, from the ABS June 2024 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +8.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Nov 2025, against the 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 2 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Nov 2025, from the ABS June 2024 base | 10th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2019 to 2024 | -0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2024 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2014 to 2024 | -0.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2024 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 309 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 25 | AreaSearch estimate, Nov 2025, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2021 to 2024 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2024 | |
| Population growth, 2023 to 2024 | +2.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2024 | |
| Land area | 175.32 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for Moreton Island was estimated to be approximately 334 as at Nov 2025. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 333 from the ABS up to June 2024.
Moreton Island has added approximately 25 people and shown a 8.09% increase from the 309 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in Moreton Island is estimated at 1 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population has shown a compound annual growth rate of -0.6% per annum.
Population growth in Moreton Island is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.
Moreton Island hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate | 78th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 2.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 41.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 72.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 45 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 0.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 2.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 9.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 31.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 15.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2024), scaled to the Nov 2025 AreaSearch estimate |
According to the latest data, the median age in Moreton Island is 42 years.
At 42 years, Moreton Island is 6 years older than the Greater Brisbane average (36 years) and 4 years older than the national average (38 years).
The most over-represented age group in Moreton Island compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 31.1% of the population.
The most under-represented age group in Moreton Island compared to the Greater Brisbane region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 2.2% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in Moreton Island show significant variance compared to the Greater Brisbane region. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (31.1% vs 15.3%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.0% vs 1.7%) and 0-4 year-olds (0.3% vs 5.9%).
The percentage of children aged 0-14 years in Moreton Island is 2.5%.
The percentage of people aged 65 and over in Moreton Island is 15.6%.
Employment conditions in Moreton Island rank among the top 2% of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 0.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 52.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 247 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Labour force | 248 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2025, Moreton Island has approximately 247 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 0.4%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2025, the unemployment rate in Moreton Island stands at 0.4%, which is 3.7 percentage points below Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.1%.
The employment landscape in Moreton Island is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are accommodation & food (56.4% of employment), rental, hiring & real estate (9.4%), and construction (7.4%). These three sectors alone account for 73.2% of local employment, indicating significant concentration. Other significant employers include administrative & support and professional & technical.
Over the past year to June 2025, Moreton Island has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in Moreton Island is 52.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Greater Brisbane average of 64.5%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
Moreton Island shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 56.4% of the local workforce compared to 6.7% regionally. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 8.4, 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.
The long-run outlook for employment is part of AreaSearch Operator and Pro. Log in to see the forecast detail in Full.
Moreton Island's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 9.4% decline, ranking 14th out of 37 regions nationally.
Moreton Island performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 17.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 4.1% | 2021 Census | |
| University qualifications | 21.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 39.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 14.6% | 2021 Census |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| No post-school qualification | 24.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 37.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 10.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending secondary school | 6.2% | 2021 Census |
21.7% of people aged 15 and over in Moreton Island have university qualifications, compared to 19.2% in the broader region.
24.0% of people aged 15 and over in Moreton Island have no formal qualifications, compared to 40.5% regionally.
Moreton Island ranks in the 59th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in Moreton Island are: Certificate (39.7%), Bachelor Degree (17.6%), Advanced Diploma (14.6%).
37.2% of the population in Moreton Island is currently engaged in formal education, with 0.0% in primary school, 6.2% in secondary school, 10.3% at university.
Moreton Island features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 1.9 people | 2021 Census | |
| Lone-person households | 39.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Couples with children | 6.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Couples without children | 42.9% | 2021 Census | |
| One-parent families | 11.1% | 2021 Census |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households at the 2021 Census | 62 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 67 | AreaSearch estimate, Nov 2025 | |
| Family households | 59.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Average children per family | 1.1 per family | 2021 Census |
As of the 2021 Census, Moreton Island had 62 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 8.1% to an estimated 67 households today.
The median household size in Moreton Island is 1.9 people. This compares to 2.3 in Greater Brisbane and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 59.7% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (39.7%), group households (0.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Among the 37 family households, 6.3% are couples with children, 42.9% are couples without children at home, and 11.1% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, Moreton Island shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 39.7% (versus 32.4% regionally). This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in Moreton Island have an average of 1.1 children, slightly below the Greater Brisbane average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 30.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 55.2% have never married. This compares to 42.9% married and 32.0% never married across Greater Brisbane.
Single-person households represent 39.7% of all households in Moreton Island, higher than the regional average of 32.4%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 0.0% of households, well below the Greater Brisbane average of 3.1%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
Moreton Island was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 14.8% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 85.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Australian citizens | 59.9% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 73.8% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.9% | 2021 Census |
Moreton Island was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 14.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 26.2% born overseas.
The main religion in Moreton Island was found to be Christianity, which makes up 43.9% of people in Moreton Island. This compares to 52.8% across Greater Brisbane.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Moreton Island are English, comprising 29.1% of the population, Australian, comprising 24.0% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.7% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 2.9% of Moreton Island (vs 1.4% regionally), French at 1.3% (vs 0.5%) and Russian at 1.3% (vs 0.3%).
26.2% of the Moreton Island population was born overseas, compared to 24.1% regionally.
14.8% of the population in Moreton Island speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.2% in the wider region.
1.9% of the Moreton Island population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 2.4% in the region.
59.9% of the Moreton Island population holds citizenship, compared to 86.7% in the wider region.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Moreton Island is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 22.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Owned outright | 54.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Detached houses | 93.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,517 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | |
| Owned with a mortgage | 22.9% | 2021 Census |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $213 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 28.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census |
In Moreton Island, 54.2% of homes are owned outright, 22.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 22.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 93.9% of dwellings in Moreton Island are houses.
In Moreton Island, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in Moreton Island stands at 54.2%, compared to 33.8% in Greater Brisbane.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in Moreton Island is $1,517, compared to $1,733 in Greater Brisbane.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in Moreton Island is $558, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In Moreton Island, households with mortgages typically spend 28.6% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in Moreton Island is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in Moreton Island shows mortgage holders spending 28.6% of income on repayments (vs 30.3% regionally), while renters spend 17.4% of income on rent (vs 26.5% regionally).
The dwelling mix in Moreton Island consists of 93.9% detached houses, 0.0% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 6.1% other dwelling types.
Housing in Moreton Island consumes approximately 10.5% of median household income ($5,300 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.
Moreton Island's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| No long-term health condition | 75.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Need help with daily activities | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
Around 0.0% of people in Moreton Island are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 51.3% in the broader region of Greater Brisbane.
In Moreton Island, 1.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 8.8% of people in Greater Brisbane require similar assistance.
6.3% of people in Moreton Island are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.2% of the population across Greater Brisbane is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 1.4% of the Moreton Island population, while in the surrounding region, 5.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
5.4% of people in Moreton Island have heart disease. Across the region of Greater Brisbane, 5.5% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In Moreton Island, 0.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Brisbane sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 51.3%.
From the typical resident, the nearest supermarket is 20.7 km away and the nearest GP 21.4 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 8 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 8th percentile nationally |
| Nearest government service | 7.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 20.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 21.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 21.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 23.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 24.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 25.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 25.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 26.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 26.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 29.4 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).
Short silent previews of sample pages. Sector reports are ordered for a catchment you draw, not for the suburb as a whole.
05Reports and tools
Order a report and find more tools.
An area report on Moreton Island is built to order and emailed to you.
Ordered reports
The other sector reports are ordered on a custom catchment: draw your own area to add them. The order window shows the estimate before you place the order.
Order a reportShort silent previews of sample pages. Base and Child Care can be ordered for Moreton Island.
06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Moreton Island, placing the area among the bottom 24% of areas assessed nationally.
Moreton Island has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 41stth percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Moreton Island is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Moreton Island hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Employment conditions in Moreton Island rank among the top 2% of areas assessed nationally.
Moreton Island performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes.
Moreton Island features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size.
Moreton Island was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Moreton Island is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Moreton Island's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
No public transport data available for this catchment area.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Moreton Island has an estimated 334 residents, up 8.1% since the 2021 Census, with 106 projects tracked in the area around Moreton Island.
Latest estimate as at Nov 2025; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-22 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 20 Dec 2025.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Moreton Island.
Data currency
Refreshed . Population and age estimated to Nov 2025 and taxable income FY 2022. Housing 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 20 Dec 2025 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 (313051574). 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 (Nov 2025), age profile (Nov 2025) and income (FY 2022). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, households, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Moreton Island 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 Moreton Island with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 6 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 6th percentile nationally |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
