Peregian Springs
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Peregian Springs lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

Peregian Springs' population, as of November 2025, is approximately 11,962. This figure represents an increase of 1,268 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,694. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 11,859 in June 2024 and an additional 114 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,973 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Peregian Springs' growth rate of 11.9% since the 2021 census exceeded that of the SA3 area (6.5%) and the non-metro area, making it a growth leader in the region. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 53.1% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, based on 2021 data and released in 2023. 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 using 2022 data. Future population dynamics anticipate an above median growth for Australia's non-metropolitan areas, with Peregian Springs expected to increase by 2,283 persons to 2041 based on the latest numbers, representing an 18.2% total increase over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Peregian Springs among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Peregian Springs has recorded approximately 41 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling 206 homes. In FY-26 so far, 4 approvals have been recorded. On average, 9.1 new residents arrive per year per dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25. This indicates significant demand exceeding supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition.

The average construction cost value for new dwellings is $413,000. In FY-26, there have been $7.6 million in commercial approvals, suggesting limited focus on commercial development compared to residential. Peregian Springs records about three-quarters the building activity per person compared to the rest of Queensland and places among the 50th percentile nationally for areas assessed. New development consists of 60.0% standalone homes and 40.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a shift from existing housing patterns which are currently 80.0% houses.

This change may indicate diminishing developable land availability and evolving lifestyle preferences. With around 915 people per dwelling approval, Peregian Springs reflects a highly mature market. Population forecasts indicate that the area will gain approximately 2,180 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Peregian Springs has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 35thth percentile nationally

Area infrastructure changes significantly influence local performance. AreaSearch identified ten projects potentially impacting the area. Notable initiatives include Peregian Springs Shopping Centre Expansion, SEQ Liveability Fund - Peregian Beach Pathways, Emu Mountain Road Shared Pathway, and Peregian Springs Master Planned Community. The following list details projects likely most relevant.

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The exceptional employment performance in Peregian Springs places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Peregian Springs has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation and an unemployment rate of 1.4% as of June 2025. There are 6,070 residents in work while the unemployment rate is 2.5 percentage points lower than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation is at 64.1%, slightly higher than Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Peregian Springs has a particular employment specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, with only 0.5% of the workforce compared to Rest of Qld's 4.5%.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the Census working population count versus resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, the labour force decreased by 2.3%, with employment decreasing by 1.9%, leading to a fall in unemployment rate of 0.3 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of Qld recorded employment growth of 1.8% and labour force growth of 2.0%, with unemployment rising by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Peregian Springs' employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though these are simple weighted extrapolations for illustrative purposes only and do not account for localized population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that income in Peregian Springs is high nationally, with a median of $50,100 and an average of $73,089. This contrasts with Rest of Qld's figures: median income of $50,780 and average income of $64,844. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates for Peregian Springs would be approximately $57,109 (median) and $83,314 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Peregian Springs cluster around the 55th percentile nationally. The predominant income cohort spans 36.2% of locals (4,330 people), falling within the $1,500 - 2,999 category, similar to the broader area at 31.7%. High housing costs consume 19.9% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 53rd percentile nationally. Peregian Springs' SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Peregian Springs is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Peregian Springs, as per the latest Census evaluation, 80.5% of dwellings were houses while 19.5% comprised semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Non-Metro Qld's figures of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Peregian Springs stood at 27.5%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 34.9% and rented ones making up 37.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,147, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $2,000. The median weekly rent in Peregian Springs was $530, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $500. Nationally, Peregian Springs' mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,147 than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 82.3% of all households, consisting of 39.1% couples with children, 29.1% couples without children, and 13.5% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 17.7%, with lone person households at 15.0% and group households comprising 2.6%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.4.

Educational achievement in Peregian Springs places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

The area's educational profile is notable within Queensland, with university qualification rates at 27.0% among residents aged 15+, surpassing the Rest of Qld average of 20.6%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 19.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 40.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 14.9% and certificates at 25.4%.

Educational participation is high, with 33.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 13.5% in primary, 10.2% in secondary, and 3.4% in tertiary education. The area offers educational provision through St Andrew's Anglican College and Peregian Springs State School, serving a total of 2,549 students. It demonstrates significant socio-educational advantages and academic achievement (ICSEA: 1102). The educational mix includes one primary school and one K-12 school. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs, with 21.3 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 16.9, indicating the area serves as an educational center for the broader region.

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

Peregian Springs has 22 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by a single route that offers 114 weekly passenger trips in total. The transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents being an average of 388 meters away from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 16 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 5 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Peregian Springs is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Peregian Springs shows superior health outcomes for both young and elderly residents, with low prevalence rates for common conditions.

Approximately 56% (~6,698 people) have private health cover, a high rate compared to other regions. Mental health issues affect 8.0%, while arthritis impacts 7.1%. Around 72.5% report no medical ailments, higher than the Rest of Qld's 68.8%. The area has 15.8% (1,888 people) aged 65 and over, lower than the Rest of Qld's 25.8%. Senior health outcomes are above average, mirroring the general population's profile.

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

Peregian Springs had a higher than average cultural diversity, with 8.2% speaking a language other than English at home and 27.1% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 43.3%. Judaism was notably overrepresented, comprising 0.3%, compared to 0.3% regionally.

For ancestry, the top three groups were English (32.8%), Australian (25.3%), and Irish (8.5%). There were notable divergences in South African (1.3% vs regional 0.8%), Welsh (0.9% vs 0.7%), and French (0.8% vs 1.0%) groups.

Peregian Springs's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Peregian Springs is 38 years, which is slightly below Rest of Qld's average of 41 but aligns with Australia's median age of 38. The 5 - 14 age group constitutes 17.2% of the population, higher than Rest of Qld's percentage and significantly above the national average of 12.2%. Conversely, the 25 - 34 cohort makes up 8.1%, lower than Rest of Qld's figure. Post-2021 Census data shows changes in age group percentages: 15 to 24 increased from 10.2% to 12.6%, 45 to 54 rose from 13.8% to 15.1%, while 65 to 74 decreased from 9.5% to 8.2%. The 5 - 14 group also dropped from 18.2% to 17.2%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic shifts in Peregian Springs, with the 45 to 54 group projected to grow by 26%, adding 475 people and reaching a total of 2,279 from 1,803. Conversely, the 5 - 14 cohort is expected to decline by 33 people.