Paradise Point - Hollywell

Population growth drivers in Paradise Point - Hollywell are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Paradise Point - Hollywell's population is approximately 10,749 as of May 2026. This represents an increase of 758 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,991. The growth is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,736 in June 2025 and an additional 79 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,899 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Paradise Point - Hollywell's growth rate of 7.6% since the 2021 census exceeds that of the SA3 area (7.0%), indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 78.8% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving population growth for the area.

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 are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Looking ahead, a significant population increase is forecast for Paradise Point - Hollywell. Based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, the area is expected to increase by 2,525 persons to 2041, reflecting a total gain of 23.4% over the 16 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Paradise Point - Hollywell when compared nationally

Paradise Point - Hollywell averaged approximately 54 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25. This resulted in a total of 271 homes approved during this period. In FY26 up until now, there have been 59 approvals.

Each dwelling has attracted an average of 2.6 new residents per year over these five years, indicating strong demand which may support property values. The average construction cost value for new homes is $611,000, suggesting developers are targeting the premium market with high-end developments. This financial year has also seen commercial approvals valued at $705,000, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Paradise Point - Hollywell shows moderately higher construction activity, with a 34.0% increase per person over the five-year period.

This balance between buyer choice and property value support has been maintained despite some recent moderation in development activity. The new developments consist of 45.0% standalone homes and 55.0% medium to high-density housing, providing accessible entry options for downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. With around 271 people per dwelling approval, Paradise Point - Hollywell is experiencing growth as a developing market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, the population is forecasted to increase by 2,512 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Paradise Point - Hollywell has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects that may impact this region. Notable projects include The Sovereign Collection, Northpoint Residences, Odyssey Hope Island, and Promenade at Sovereign Shores. The following list details those considered most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Paradise Point - Hollywell demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Paradise Point - Hollywell has a skilled workforce with the construction sector being notably represented. As of December 2025, its unemployment rate is 2.3%, with an estimated employment growth of 2.9% over the past year. This rate is 1.7% lower than Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation in Paradise Point - Hollywell lags behind Regional Qld at 59.3% compared to 64.5%. According to Census responses, 21.3% of residents work from home. The leading employment industries among residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Construction has a particularly high representation with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.5% compared to the regional average of 4.5%.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. During the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 2.9% and labour force increased by 2.6%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.3 percentage points. This contrasts with Regional Qld where employment rose by 0.7%, labour force grew by 1.0%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with growth rates varying significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Paradise Point - Hollywell's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.5% over ten years.

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

The Paradise Point - Hollywell SA2 had an extremely high national income level according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers was $60,690 and the average income stood at $84,303. These figures compared to Regional Qld's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates as of March 2026 would be approximately $67,584 (median) and $93,880 (average). According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Paradise Point - Hollywell clustered around the 53rd percentile nationally. The data showed that 27.3% of the population (2,934 individuals) fell within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, aligning with the metropolitan region where this cohort likewise represented 31.7%. High housing costs consumed 15.4% of income, though strong earnings still placed disposable income at the 51st percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 7th decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Paradise Point-Hollywell, as per the latest Census, consisted of 56.7% houses and 43.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Paradise Point-Hollywell was 44.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 30.8% and rented ones at 24.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,167, higher than Regional Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure was $465, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Paradise Point-Hollywell's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Paradise Point - Hollywell has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 71.9% of all households, including 24.0% couples with children, 38.6% couples without children, and 8.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for 28.1%, with lone person households at 25.5% and group households comprising 2.7%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

Educational attainment in Paradise Point - Hollywell aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

Paradise Point's educational qualifications show 24.0% of residents aged 15+ have university degrees, compared to Australia's 30.4%. This indicates potential for educational development. Bachelor degrees are most common at 16.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.1%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 39.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 13.9% and certificates at 26.0%.

A significant 23.8% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 7.9% in primary, 7.2% in secondary, and 4.0% in tertiary education.

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

Paradise Point - Hollywell has 26 active public transport stops serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are covered by three individual routes, collectively facilitating 1,251 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically residing 372 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most residents commute outward, with car being the primary mode of transport at 94%. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling in the area. According to the 2021 Census, 21.3% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 178 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 48 weekly trips per individual stop.

Paradise Point - Hollywell's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups

Paradise Point - Hollywell shows excellent health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. The area has a very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 62% of the total population (6,621 people), compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld and 55.7% nationally.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (10.2%) and asthma (6.2%). A majority (67.4%) of residents report no medical ailments, similar to the Regional Qld average of 67.6%. Under-65 population health outcomes are better than average. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 31.3% (3,363 people), compared to 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors align with national rankings.

In terms of cultural diversity, Paradise Point - Hollywell records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Paradise Point-Hollywell, surveyed in August 2016, had a higher than average linguistic diversity with 8.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home. Born overseas, 27.7% of the population was recorded. Christianity dominated religious affiliations at 59.5%, compared to Regional Qld's 52.2%.

In terms of ancestry, English (33.7%), Australian (23.5%), and Irish (8.5%) were the top groups. Notable differences included New Zealanders at 1.3% (vs regional 0.9%), French at 0.7% (vs 0.5%), and Russians at 0.4% (vs 0.2%).

Paradise Point - Hollywell ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Paradise Point - Hollywell has a median age of 52, which is higher than Regional Qld's figure of 41 and the national average of 38. The 65-74 age group comprises 16.1% of its population, exceeding Regional Qld's percentage but lower than the national figure of 9.4%. Post the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group grew from 9.8% to 12.1%, while the 25 to 34 cohort increased from 6.9% to 8.1%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 14.9% to 12.3%, and the 65 to 74 group dropped from 17.5% to 16.1%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects that the 85+ age cohort will more than double, rising from 340 to 824 people (an increase of 142%). Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 51% of total population growth. Conversely, numbers in the 15 to 24 age range are projected to fall by 15%.