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Rockhampton Surrounds - North has an estimated 5,126 residents, up 11.5% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Rockhampton Surrounds - North.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Rockhampton Surrounds - North Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 550 kilometres north-northwest from Brisbane CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 5,126 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 528 people (11.5%) since the 2021 Census count of 4,598 people. This estimate combines the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 5,054 as of June 2025 with 152 validated new addresses since the Census date.
The area is characterised by strong outright home ownership, detached housing, a notable mining and agricultural employment base, and a high proportion of married families and children per family. Residents include a high proportion of mature people, largely couples without children, and educational attainment is typically lower. Population growth shows moderate expansion patterns. The setting combines natural landscapes, beaches, national parks and recreational activities with cultural and historical attractions, community festivals, educational facilities, sporting clubs and leisure options. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North Statistical Area (Lv2) lies 550 kilometres north-northwest from Brisbane CBD. AreaSearch estimates its population at approximately 5,126 as of Aug 2026, an increase of 528 people (11.5%) since the 2021 Census count of 4,598 people. This estimate combines the ABS Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of 5,054 as of June 2025 with 152 validated new addresses since the Census date.
The area is characterised by strong outright home ownership, detached housing, a notable mining and agricultural employment base, and a high proportion of married families and children per family. Residents include a high proportion of mature people, largely couples without children, and educational attainment is typically lower. Population growth shows moderate expansion patterns. The setting combines natural landscapes, beaches, national parks and recreational activities with cultural and historical attractions, community festivals, educational facilities, sporting clubs and leisure options. The latest population estimate date is Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,883 in 2001 and 5,054 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,126 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 15.1%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28.9%.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North ranks in the 77th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 71st for health.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Rockhampton Surrounds - North is $579 a week, up 3.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 10% below Regional Qld.
10% below Regional Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $313 in 2017, $625 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $242 in 2017, $473 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $579 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $625 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $473 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | -1.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Rockhampton | $530 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Rockhampton, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central Queensland | $518 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central Queensland, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Qld | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Qld, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 9 projects in Rockhampton Surrounds - North (1 under construction) and 71 more in the surrounding area.
Bridge safety upgrades at Twelve Mile Creek and John Murphy Bridge were completed in January 2025 under the Bruce Highway Upgrade Program. The works improved bridge structural integrity, freight connectivity, traffic flow and long-term network resilience.
Waterfront townhouse development in Farnborough offering luxury coastal living. The project features contemporary design, private marina access, and panoramic water views across the Capricorn Coast.
Safety upgrades to Twelve Mile Creek bridge (20km north of Rockhampton) and John Murphy Bridge at Alligator Creek (30km north of Rockhampton). Improvements to structural integrity, traffic flow and freight connectivity as part of the $1.01 billion Bruce Highway Safety Package.
Approved 24-hectare resort-style over-50s lifestyle village featuring 280-plus relocatable homes. The project includes a residents clubhouse, swimming pool, gym, exercise circuit, tennis courts, and a bowls green to address regional housing shortages for the over-50s demographic.
A 56-hectare, six-stage master-planned business and industry park developed and owned by Livingstone Shire Council, located on the Rockhampton-Yeppoon Road between Yeppoon and Rockhampton. Stages 1 to 3 are complete with more than 30 lots sold and occupied.
Livingstone Shire Council is investigating relocating the Yeppoon Showgrounds from its current Park Street site to Barmaryee, on land off Milroy Drive and Stanley Avenue near the Yeppoon Turf Club and pony club.
Livingstone Shire Council is reconstructing Normanby Street between Mary and Park Streets in the Yeppoon CBD. Works include replacement of trunk and reticulation water mains, underground power, stormwater upgrades, new roundabouts, pavement reconstruction, formal parking, bicycle lanes, wider footpaths, pedestrian crossings, street lighting and landscaping.
A $187 million surf resort destination at Yeppoon on the Capricorn Coast, built around the world-first Surf Lakes concentric wave-pool technology. The DA-approved 37.18-hectare site will feature a commercial wave pool capable of delivering 2,000 rides per hour with waves up to 2.6m.
The Yeppoon Town Centre Revitalisation Project is a comprehensive urban renewal initiative using streetscaping to transform the CBD into a vibrant, sustainable, and connected community hub. Stage 1 focuses on the easternmost block of Normanby Street, introducing landscaping improvements, an urban green canopy, seating, signage, and public art.
Mixed-use urban precinct at the former Yeppoon heritage rail station site. The western precinct, completed in 2024, features a community recovery space, alfresco dining, and a taphouse. The eastern precinct is planned for ground floor commercial and retail uses with high-density residential apartments on upper levels.
Major multi-million dollar redevelopment and rebranding of the existing Keppel Bay Plaza shopping centre into Bay Plaza. The upgraded asset introduces Yeppoon's first designated entertainment precinct featuring the region's only cinema, a completely refurbished dining and drinks precinct, an upgraded full-line Coles Supermarket, and expanded specialty…
The redevelopment of the Keppel Bay Sailing Club into a state-of-the-art conference and sailing hub, featuring a 2,800 square meter, 3-storey facility with sailing facilities, bistro, bar, and multiple function and flexible conferencing facilities offering uninterrupted views of Keppel Bay and surrounding islands.
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Estimated completion year of the 27 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 5, 2026 7, 2027 7, 2028 6, 2029 0, 2030 0, 2031 1, 2032 1. 29 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 3.7 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 47th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 17 | ABS building approvals | 29th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 include: Bruce Highway (Rockhampton-St Lawrence) - Bridges Safety Upgrades (Completed); Sunset Village (Tanby Road) (Approved); The Gateway Business and Industry Park (Construction); Yeppoon Showgrounds Relocation (Planning); and Normanby Street Reconstruction Project (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Tourism, among others.
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates targeted investment in infrastructure improvements that will benefit the local area.
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Rockhampton Surrounds - North when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 area has seen 35 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2's current population of 5,126 has been supported by 17 approvals on average over recent years.
The Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 has seen 3.7 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.3 approvals in Regional Qld. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 317 people in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2, compared to one for every 152 in Regional Qld.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 17, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 has grown by approximately 525 people, while 87 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 6.0 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Rockhampton Surrounds - North are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,126 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +11.5% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 7th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,598 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 528 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 7,572.59 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 was estimated to be approximately 5,126 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,054 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The rockhampton surrounds - north sa2 has added approximately 528 people and shown a 11.48% increase from the 4,598 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is estimated at 0 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.7% per annum.
Population growth in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (68.4%), Natural increase (22.6%), Overseas migration (9.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 68.4% of overall population gains.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 44 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 74th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 18.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 50.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 44 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 at 44 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 44 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 44 years as at August 2026, Rockhampton Surrounds - North is 3 years older than the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) and 6 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 compared to the Regional Qld region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 15.1% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 compared to the Regional Qld region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.0% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is broadly in line with Regional Qld.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.3% of the population in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.8% of the population in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,707 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 61st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $79,509 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,679 | 2021 Census, weekly | 46th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $740 | 2021 Census, weekly | 37th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 23.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,926 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 25.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is approximately $66,094. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,707.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is approximately $85,162. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $79,509.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is approximately $66,094 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,707 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is approximately $85,162 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $79,509 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2's households (~28.9% / 420 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.9% of households. In comparison, Regional Qld's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.7% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is $1,679/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is $1,926/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is $740/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2's median income among taxpayers is $61,707, with an average of $79,509. This is well above average nationally, and compares to Regional Qld's median of $56,722 and average of $71,544. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $66,094 (median) and $85,162 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is $6,451 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The rockhampton surrounds - north sa2's disposable income is $6,451 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Rockhampton Surrounds - North significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 1.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 67.9% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,700 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,337 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,750 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 has approximately 2,700 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.8%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 stands at 1.8%, which is 2.0 percentage points below Regional Qld's rate of 3.8%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are agriculture, forestry & fishing (14.3% of employment), construction (11.7%), and health care & social assistance (11.2%). Other significant employers include mining and education & training.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is 67.9%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional Qld.
The rockhampton surrounds - north sa2 shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 14.3% of the local workforce compared to 4.5% across Regional Qld. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 3.2, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The rockhampton surrounds - north sa2's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 0.9% growth, ranking 20th out of 37 regions nationally.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 13.0% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 17.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 34.8% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 38.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 31.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 13.3% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
17.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
38.8% of people aged 15 and over in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The rockhampton surrounds - north sa2 ranks in the 22th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 are: Certificate (34.8%), Bachelor Degree (13.0%), Advanced Diploma (9.2%).
31.4% of the population in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 13.3% in primary school, 10.8% in secondary school, 2.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is 946, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 4 schools within the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 390 students.
The rockhampton surrounds - north sa2 includes 4 primary schools.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.7 people | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 18.2% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 35.0% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 34.6% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,451 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,618 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 79.1% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 had 1,451 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 11.5% to an estimated 1,618 households today.
The average household size in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is 2.7 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 79.1% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (18.2%), group households (2.7%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,148 family households, couples with children account for 35.0% of all households, couples without children at home 34.6%, and single parent families 8.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 79.1% (versus 70.4% in Regional Qld). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 18.2% compared to 25.6% in Regional Qld. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 53.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 30.7% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 18.2% of all households in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2, notably lower than the average for Regional Qld of 25.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.7% of households, below the Regional Qld average of 4.0%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The latest Census data sees Rockhampton Surrounds - North placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 4th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.8% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 85.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 90.8% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
Rockhampton Surrounds - North was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 85.0% of its population being citizens, 90.8% born in Australia, and 97.8% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Rockhampton Surrounds - North was found to be Christianity, which makes up 57.5% of people in Rockhampton Surrounds - North. This compares to 52.2% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Rockhampton Surrounds - North are Australian, comprising 33.5% of the population, which is substantially higher than Regional Qld's 26.5%, English, comprising 31.8% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: German is notably overrepresented at 6.0% of Rockhampton Surrounds - North (vs 4.7% across Regional Qld), Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.5%) and New Zealand at 0.7% (vs 0.9%).
9.2% of the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
2.2% of the population in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
2.0% of the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
85.0% of the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 9.0% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 50.7% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 97.9% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,755 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 47th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 40.3% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 0.3% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $300 | 2021 Census, weekly | 26th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 17.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 50th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
In the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2, 50.7% of homes are owned outright, 40.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 9.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 97.9% of dwellings in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 are houses.
In the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 stands at 50.7%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is $1,755, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is $824, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 17.9% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.1% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 17.9% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 consists of 97.9% detached houses, 0.3% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 1.7% other dwelling types.
Housing in Rockhampton Surrounds - North consumes approximately 11.3% of median household income ($7,270 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Rockhampton Surrounds - North show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 2% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 98% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.5% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 66th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.1% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.9% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
Around 56.5% of people in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2, 4.1% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
7.2% of people in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.6% of the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.3% of people in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2, 56.5% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Qld sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 9.0 km away and the nearest child care centre 18.3 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 20 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 20th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 9.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 18.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 21.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 21.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest dentist | 22.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 22.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 23.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 23.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 23.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 23.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 23.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Rockhampton Surrounds - North when compared nationally.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 33% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Rockhampton Surrounds - North is $579 a week, +3.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Rockhampton Surrounds - North are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average.
The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Rockhampton Surrounds - North significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North features high concentrations of couples without children and family households but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
The latest Census data sees Rockhampton Surrounds - North placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport in Rockhampton Surrounds - North: transport access 10/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North has an estimated 5,126 residents, up 11.5% since the 2021 Census, with 9 projects tracked in Rockhampton Surrounds - North.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Rockhampton Surrounds - North.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Sep 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (308031219). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Sep 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Rockhampton Surrounds - North from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Rockhampton Surrounds - North with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 10 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 10th percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 18.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
