Pimpama - North
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Pimpama - North's population is approximately 13,652 as of November 2025. This figure reflects a growth of 3,742 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,910. The increase is inferred from the estimated resident population of 13,249 in June 2024 and an additional 576 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 428 persons per square kilometer. Pimpama - North's growth rate of 37.8% since the 2021 census exceeds the non-metro area average (8.8%) and the national average, indicating significant population growth. Interstate migration contributed approximately 80.3% to this growth during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. 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. These state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 using 2022 data as the base year. Based on projected demographic shifts, a significant population increase is forecast for Pimpama - North, with an expected increase of 5,528 persons by 2041, representing a total increase of 37.5% over the 17-year period.

The level of residential development activity in Pimpama - North was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Pimpama - North has approved around 204 residential properties annually over the past five financial years, totalling 1,020 homes. As of FY-26, four approvals have been recorded. On average, 6.1 people moved to the area per year for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating high demand outpacing supply. New homes are constructed at an average cost of $239,000, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options.

This financial year, $944,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Pimpama - North has recorded 141.0% more new home approvals per person, offering buyers greater choice. However, development activity has moderated in recent periods. Nationally, the location shows strong developer confidence due to its substantially higher approval rates. New development consists of 51.0% detached houses and 49.0% medium and high-density housing, providing choices across price ranges from spacious family homes to compact options. This shift from the area's existing housing (currently 80.0% houses) indicates decreasing developable sites and reflects changing lifestyles.

Pimpama - North has around 109 people per approval, reflecting a developing area. Population forecasts indicate it will gain 5,125 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should meet demand comfortably, supporting good conditions for buyers and potential growth beyond current projections.

Pimpama - North has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 50% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 33 projects that could affect this region. Notable ones include Calli Upper Coomera, King's Christian College Pimpama Campus Developments, Park Residences Pimpama, and Pacific Motorway Exit 49 Upgrade Interchange. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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The employment environment in Pimpama - North shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Pimpama - North has a skilled workforce with the construction sector being notably represented. The unemployment rate was 3.4% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 1.8%.

As of June 2025, 6,506 residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 0.5% lower than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is higher at 65.2%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction employment levels are high at 1.2 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.5% versus the regional average of 4.5%.

Employment opportunities locally may be limited based on Census data comparison. Over a 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 1.8%, labour force by 2.1%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.2 percentage points. Rest of Qld recorded similar growth trends. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts for May 2025 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industries. Applying these projections to Pimpama - North suggests local growth of approximately 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch's aggregation of postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2022 shows Pimpama - North had a median taxpayer income of $51,898 and an average income of $61,354. These figures are below the national averages of $50,780 and $64,844 respectively for Rest of Qld. By September 2025, estimates suggest median income will be approximately $59,159 and average income $69,937, based on a Wage Price Index growth rate of 13.99% since financial year ended June 2022. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Pimpama - North cluster around the 57th percentile nationally. Income distribution data indicates that 41.9% of the population (5,720 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, similar to regional levels where 31.7% occupy this range. High housing costs consume 19.6% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 54th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Pimpama - North is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Pimpama - North, as evaluated in the latest Census, 80.4% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 19.6% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This is similar to Non-Metro Qld's figures of 80.5% houses and 19.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Pimpama - North stood at 18.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 39.2% and rented ones at 42.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,052, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $2,000. The median weekly rent in Pimpama - North was $440, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $450. Nationally, Pimpama - North's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,052 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Pimpama - North features high concentrations of family households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 84.5% of all households, including 38.9% couples with children, 30.1% couples without children, and 14.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 15.5%, with lone person households at 12.3% and group households making up 3.2%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which aligns with the average for the Rest of Qld.

The educational profile of Pimpama - North exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Pimpama North has 3 schools with a combined enrollment of 1681 students. The area's school conditions are typical of Australia (ICSEA: 1032), offering balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes one primary school and two K-12 schools.

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.7% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 4.1% pursuing tertiary education. Pimpama - North's 3 schools have combined enrollment reaching 1,681 students while the area demonstrates typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1032) with balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes 1 primary, 2 K-12 schools. Note: where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments please refer to parent campus.

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

Pimpama-North has 35 operational public transport stops, offering a combination of train and bus services. These stops are served by 28 unique routes, facilitating 3017 weekly passenger trips in total. The area's transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents generally residing within 288 meters of the nearest stop.

Across all routes, service frequency averages 431 trips per day, translating to roughly 86 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Pimpama - North 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

Pimpama - North shows better-than-average health outcomes with lower prevalence of common conditions among its general population compared to national averages but higher among older and at-risk groups.

Approximately 51% (~6,907 people) have private health cover. Mental health issues affect 7.7% and asthma impacts 7.4% of residents. 73.2% report no medical ailments, slightly higher than the Rest of Qld's 71.6%. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 13.4% (1,829 people) compared to Rest of Qld's 12.0%. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those in the broader population.

Pimpama - North 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

Pimpama-North, surveyed between July 2016 and June 2021, had a population where 18.8% spoke languages other than English at home and 34.3% were born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion, with 43.7%. The 'Other' religious category comprised 4.1%, higher than the Rest of Qld's 1.2%.

In terms of ancestry, English (28.0%), Australian (23.1%), and Other (11.1%) were the top groups. Notably, New Zealanders made up 2.1% compared to the regional average of 1.9%, Maori comprised 3.3% versus 2.9%, and South Africans stood at 1.0%.

Pimpama - North hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Pimpama-North has a median age of 32 years, which is lower than the Rest of Queensland average of 41 and significantly under the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Rest of Queensland, Pimpama-North has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (18.0%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (6.6%). Between the 2021 Census and now, the age group of 35 to 44 has grown from 15.4% to 17.4%, while the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 15.9% to 14.5%. The 25 to 34 age group has also decreased from 19.0% to 18.0%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Pimpama-North's age profile will change significantly, with the strongest projected growth in the 25 to 34 cohort, which is expected to increase by 44%, adding 1,080 residents to reach a total of 3,536.