Pimpama - South

Pimpama - South 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 - South's population was around 12,966 as of May 2026. This reflected an increase of 2,475 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 10,491 people. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 12,833 in June 2025 and an additional 312 validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a density ratio of 2,960 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the upper quartile relative to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Pimpama - South's growth of 23.6% since the 2021 census exceeded Rest of Qld's growth of 9.2%, as well as the national average, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Natural growth contributed approximately 53.2% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including overseas migration and interstate migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopted 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 released in 2023 based on 2021 data were adopted. Considering projected demographic shifts, a significant population increase in the top quartile of national non-metropolitan areas was forecast for Pimpama - South, with an expected increase of 4,785 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an overall increase of 35.9% over the 16 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Pimpama - South among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Pimpama - South averaged approximately 93 new dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling 467 homes. As of FY26, 12 approvals have been recorded. On average, 8.2 people moved to the area annually for each dwelling built between FY21 and FY25, indicating significant demand outpacing supply, which typically influences prices and increases competition among buyers. New properties are constructed at an average value of $98,000, reflecting more affordable housing options compared to regional norms.

This financial year has seen $5.1 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating the area's primarily residential nature. Pimpama - South maintains similar construction rates per person when measured against the Rest of Qld, supporting market stability inline with regional patterns. New development consists of 21.0% detached houses and 79.0% attached dwellings, a trend that provides accessible entry options appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This represents a considerable change from the current housing mix of 86.0% houses, reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. Pimpama - South reflects a highly mature market with around 1636 people per dwelling approval.

Future projections estimate an addition of 4,652 residents by 2041, with development keeping pace with projected growth, though buyers may face increasing competition as the population expands.

Pimpama - South has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects that could impact the region. Notable initiatives include Home Focus Pimpama, The Baileys Reserve development at Calli, and the Pimpama - Yawalpah Road upgrade. Relevant projects are detailed below.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Pimpama - South ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Pimpama - South has a skilled workforce with strong representation in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate was 4.3% as of the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 3.0%. As of December 2025, 7116 residents were employed, with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, which is 0.3% higher than Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation was 77.9%, significantly higher than Regional Qld's 64.5%. According to Census responses, only 10.0% of residents worked from home. The key industries of employment were health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Retail trade had a particularly high representation at 1.4 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing was lower at 0.4%.

Employment opportunities in the area appeared limited locally based on Census data. In the 12-month period, employment increased by 3.0% alongside labour force increasing by 2.6%, leading to a decrease in unemployment of 0.4 percentage points. Regional Qld recorded employment growth of 0.7%, labour force growth of 1.0%, and an increase in unemployment of 0.3 percentage points during the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 estimate that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Pimpama - South's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, assuming constant population growth for illustrative purposes.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

The Pimpama - South SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $56,230 and an average of $65,579 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is just below the national average, contrasting with Regional Qld's median income of $53,146 and average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $62,618 (median) and $73,029 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Pimpama - South cluster around the 57th percentile nationally. Distribution data shows the predominant cohort spans 50.0% of locals (6,483 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, reflecting patterns seen the broader area where 31.7% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 76.9% of income remaining, ranking at the 46th percentile.

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

The dwelling structure in Pimpama - South, as per the latest Census, consisted of 85.7% houses and 14.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Pimpama - South was at 3.2%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (26.1%) or rented (70.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,950, above Regional Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $435, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Pimpama - South's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Pimpama - South features high concentrations of family households and group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 84.3% of all households, including 40.7% couples with children, 21.9% couples without children, and 20.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 15.7%, with lone person households at 10.3% and group households at 5.4%. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 18.6%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 45.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (14.4%) and certificates (30.8%). Educational participation is high, with 38.3% currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 15.1% in primary, 8.6% in secondary, and 4.7% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 38.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 15.1% in primary education, 8.6% in secondary education, and 4.7% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Pimpama - South has 24 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by three different routes that together facilitate 459 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 257 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to the primarily residential nature of the area. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 92%, with an average vehicle ownership of 1.5 per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, only 10% of residents work from home, which may be reflective of COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages 65 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 19 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Pimpama - South is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Pimpama South faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high among both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is slightly below average at approximately 52%, covering around 6729 people. Mental health issues affect 10.7% of residents, while asthma impacts 9.6%. Conversely, 74.4% report no medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among working-age individuals are typical. The area has a lower proportion of residents aged 65 and over, at 4.1% (531 people), compared to Regional Qld's 20.4%. National health rankings align with general population figures.

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

Pimpama-South, surveyed between 2016-2021, had a higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 17.2% speaking languages other than English at home and 30.7% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 34.7%. The 'Other' religious category was overrepresented at 3.4%, compared to Regional Qld's 0.8%.

In ancestry, English (25.9%) and Australian (24.8%) were the top groups, followed by 'Other' at 10.4%. Notably, Maori (5.8%), New Zealand (2.2%), and Samoan (1.6%) ethnicities had higher representations than regional averages of 0.8%, 0.9%, and 0.2% respectively.

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

Pimpama-South's median age at 27 years is notably lower than the Regional Queensland average of 41 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Regional Queensland, Pimpama-South has a higher concentration of residents aged 25-34 (24.4%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (2.8%). This 25-34 concentration is well above the national average of 14.6%. Between 2021 and present, the age group 35 to 44 has grown from 14.8% to 18.6% of the population. Conversely, the 0 to 4 cohort has declined from 11.9% to 9.7%, and the 5 to 14 group dropped from 18.0% to 15.9%. Demographic modeling suggests that Pimpama-South's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age cohort projected to grow steadily, expanding by 1,181 people (37%) from 3,157 to 4,339.