Oxenford - Maudsland
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Oxenford - Maudsland lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Oxenford-Maudsland's population is 19,557 as of Aug 2025. This figure reflects a growth of 1,637 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 17,920. The increase is inferred from ABS' estimated resident population of 19,545 in June 2024 and an additional 93 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 728 persons per square kilometer. Oxenford-Maudsland's growth rate of 9.1% since the Census exceeds both the non-metro average (8.6%) and national average, indicating it as a growth leader. Natural growth contributed approximately 43.1% to overall population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. 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 adopted. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is expected for Australian non-metropolitan areas. Oxenford-Maudsland is projected to expand by 4,451 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 22.7% over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Oxenford - Maudsland when compared nationally

Oxenford-Maudsland averaged approximately 46 new dwelling approvals annually. Between FY21 and FY25233 homes were approved, with an additional 31 approved in FY26 to date. Each year, around 9 people moved into the area per dwelling built over these five financial years.

This significant demand outpaces supply, likely exerting upward pressure on prices and intensifying competition among buyers. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $502,000, aligning with regional patterns. In FY26, commercial development approvals totaled $31.8 million, indicating robust local business investment. Comparatively, Oxenford-Maudsland has shown substantially reduced construction activity (73.0% below the Rest of Qld average per person). This limited new supply generally supports stronger demand and values for established dwellings.

Nationally, this level is also lower, reflecting market maturity and suggesting possible development constraints. New development in Oxenford-Maudsland consists predominantly of detached dwellings (97.0%), with a smaller proportion of attached dwellings (3.0%). This maintains the area's traditional low-density character, favouring family homes that appeal to those seeking space. New construction favours detached housing more than current patterns suggest (80.0% at Census), indicating ongoing robust demand for family homes. The estimated population count per dwelling approval is 577 people, reflecting Oxenford-Maudsland's quiet, low activity development environment. By 2041, future projections show the area adding approximately 4,439 residents. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag behind population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Oxenford - Maudsland has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Area infrastructure significantly impacts local performance. AreaSearch has identified 45 relevant projects. Notable ones are Stonewood Estate, Movie World Hotel Development, Gold Coast Social Housing Units, and Oxenford Investigation Area. The following details projects likely to be most impactful.

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The labour market in Oxenford - Maudsland shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Oxenford-Maudsland has a skilled workforce with notable representation in the construction sector. Its unemployment rate was 3.0% as of June 2024, with an estimated employment growth of 2.1% over the past year.

As of June 2025, 11,095 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 0.9% below Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in Oxenford-Maudsland was 71.2%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction is particularly specialized, with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level.

However, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, with only 0.3% of Oxenford-Maudsland's workforce compared to Rest of Qld's 4.5%. Over the year to June 2025, employment increased by 2.1%, while labour force and unemployment remained broadly flat. In contrast, Rest of Qld experienced employment growth of 1.8% and a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. State-level data to Sep-25 shows Queensland's employment contracted by 0.23%, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project total employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Oxenford-Maudsland's industry mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Oxenford - Maudsland had a median taxpayer income of $53,972 and an average of $65,840 in the financial year 2022, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is slightly above the national average for that year. The Rest of Qld had a median income of $50,780 and an average of $64,844 during the same period. As of March 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $60,292 (median) and $73,550 (average), based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022. Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Oxenford - Maudsland cluster around the 63rd percentile nationally. Income distribution data reveals that 39.4% of the population, equating to 7,705 individuals, fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, which is consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing 31.7% in the same category. High housing costs consume 17.4% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 66th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Oxenford - Maudsland is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Dwelling structure in Oxenford - Maudsland, as evaluated at the latest Census, consisted of 79.7% houses and 20.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro Qld's 80.5% houses and 19.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Oxenford - Maudsland was at 20.7%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (57.5%) or rented (21.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,950, below Non-Metro Qld's average of $2,000 and above the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $445, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $450 and substantially higher than the national figure of $375.

Oxenford - Maudsland features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 82.3% of all households, including 43.4% couples with children, 24.5% couples without children, and 13.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 17.7%, with lone person households at 15.1% and group households comprising 2.6%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.9.

Educational attainment in Oxenford - Maudsland aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area has lower university qualification rates at 19.4%, compared to the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 14.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 43.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 13.7% and certificates at 30.1%. Educational participation is high, with 31.0% currently enrolled in formal education: 11.4% in primary, 9.4% in secondary, and 4.1% in tertiary education.

Gaven State School and Oxenford State School serve a total of 1,034 students, reflecting typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 991). Both schools cater exclusively to primary education, with secondary options available nearby due to limited local school capacity (5.3 places per 100 residents vs regional average of 14.7), resulting in many families traveling for schooling.

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

Oxenford - Maudsland has 44 active public transport stops. These stops are served by buses along five different routes. In total, these routes provide 698 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of the transport system is rated as moderate, with residents typically located 455 meters from their nearest stop. On average, there are 99 trips per day across all routes, which equates to approximately 15 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Oxenford - Maudsland is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Oxenford-Maudsland shows better-than-average health outcomes with low prevalence of common conditions among its general population.

However, older, at-risk cohorts have higher rates than the national average. Private health cover is approximately 52% of the total population (~10,247 people), slightly above the average SA2 area rate. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 8.1 and 8.0% of residents respectively. About 71.4% of residents report being free from medical ailments, compared to 71.6% in the rest of Queensland. The area has 11.6% of residents aged 65 and over (2,268 people). Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those for the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Oxenford - Maudsland was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Oxenford-Maudsland has a higher than average cultural diversity, with 10.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 29.4% born overseas. The predominant religion is Christianity, accounting for 45.4% of the population. There's an overrepresentation in the 'Other' category, comprising 0.9% compared to 1.2% regionally.

The top three ancestry groups are English (31.9%), Australian (25.0%), and Scottish (7.6%). Notably, New Zealanders are overrepresented at 1.6%, Maori at 2.1%, and South Africans at 0.9%.

Oxenford - Maudsland's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Oxenford-Maudsland has a median age of 36, which is lower than the Rest of Qld figure of 41 and Australia's figure of 38. The 35-44 cohort is over-represented locally at 15.3%, compared to the Rest of Qld average. Meanwhile, the 65-74 age group is under-represented at 6.9%. Between 2021 and present, the 25-34 age group has increased from 12.4% to 13.7%, while the 45-54 cohort has declined from 14.8% to 13.7%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Oxenford-Maudsland's age profile will change significantly. The 25-34 age group is projected to expand by 1,165 people (43%), from 2,681 to 3,847. The 15-24 cohort is expected to grow modestly by 3% (88 people).