Slade Point

Slade Point is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Slade Point's population is approximately 3,668 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 213 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 3,455. The change is inferred from ABS estimated resident population data for June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. Slade Point's population density is around 412 persons per square kilometer. From census to November 2025, Slade Point grew by 6.2%, close to the SA3 area's growth of 6.8%. Interstate migration contributed approximately 63.7% of recent population gains in Slade Point.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data for areas not covered by ABS data or years post-2032. By 2041, Slade Point is expected to increase by approximately 278 persons, reflecting a total gain of 7.5% over the seventeen-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Slade Point according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Slade Point has had limited development activity over the past five years, with an average of two approvals per year totalling 12. This low level of development is typical in rural areas where housing needs are modest and construction activity is constrained by local demand and infrastructure capacity. It should be noted that due to the small number of approvals, individual projects can significantly impact annual growth statistics.

Slade Point has less construction activity than the rest of Queensland and is below national averages. Recent development has been exclusively detached houses, catering to families seeking a rural lifestyle. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 1218 people, reflecting its quiet development environment. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Slade Point's population is forecasted to increase by 276 residents by 2041.

If current construction levels continue, housing supply may lag behind population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and driving price increases.

Slade Point has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Mackay Northern Beaches Master Plan, Slade Point Local Coastal Plan, Seagull Street Boat Ramp, and Andergrove Priority Development Area (PDA). The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Slade Point maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Slade Point has a balanced workforce with representation across both white and blue collar jobs. Manufacturing and industrial sectors are prominent in the area. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate is 4.4%, up from 4.1% the previous year.

This figure is 0.3% higher than Rest of Qld's rate. Workforce participation is similar to Rest of Qld at 65.7%. Census data shows that 4.4% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts may have influenced this number. The dominant employment sectors in Slade Point are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.

The area has a strong specialization in mining, with an employment share 2.8 times the regional level. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, with only 0.3% of Slade Point's workforce compared to Rest of Qld's 4.5%. Over the year ending September 2025, employment in Slade Point increased by 4.4%, while labour force grew by 4.3%. This maintained a relatively stable unemployment rate. In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment rise by 1.7%, labour force grow by 2.1%, and unemployment increase by 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, issued in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Slade Point's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.9% over ten years. These projections are illustrative and do not account for localized population changes.

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

Slade Point SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $56,864 and an average income of $70,327 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is higher than the national averages of $53,146 (median) and $66,593 (average) for Rest of Qld. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $62,499 (median) and $77,296 (average). Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Slade Point rank modestly, between the 37th and 45th percentiles. The largest income segment comprises 31.6% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly, with 1,159 residents in this range, reflecting patterns seen in the surrounding region where 31.7% similarly occupy this range. After housing expenses, 85.4% of income remains for other expenses.

Slade Point is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Slade Point's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 90.2% houses and 9.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Slade Point was at 31.3%, with the rest being mortgaged (36.4%) or rented (32.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655 and significantly below the national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent in Slade Point was $300, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345 and substantially below the national figure of $375.

Slade Point has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 71.6% of all households, including 24.5% couples with children, 28.9% couples without children, and 17.0% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 28.4%, with lone person households at 24.9% and group households making up 3.0% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the average for the Rest of Qld.

Slade Point faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 13.3%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 44.9% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas account for 9.1% and certificates for 35.8%. Educational participation is high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 11.7% in primary education, 9.6% in secondary education, and 2.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transportation in Slade Point indicates that there are 18 active transport stops currently operating. These stops primarily serve bus routes. There is one individual route servicing these stops, collectively providing a total of 118 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport within the area is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 211 meters from their nearest transport stop. As Slade Point is predominantly residential, most residents commute outward from the area. The car remains the dominant mode of transportation, with a usage rate of 94%.

On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling in the area. According to the 2021 Census data, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions, only 4.4% of residents work from home. The service frequency averages 16 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 6 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Slade Point faces significant health challenges, as assessed by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health cover is fairly high at approximately 54% of the total population (~1,984 people). The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, affecting 8.6 and 8.4% of residents respectively. However, 67.8% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across the Rest of Qld. Working-age residents show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 16.6% of residents aged 65 and over (607 people), which is lower than the 20.0% in the Rest of Qld, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

Slade Point is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Slade Point's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 87.0% of its population being Australian citizens, born in Australia (88.4%), speaking English only at home (94.1%). Christianity is the predominant religion in Slade Point, comprising 50.1%, compared to 52.2% regionally. The top three ancestry groups are English (27.6%), Australian (26.0%), and Other (9.8%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation is higher at 6.6% than the regional average of 3.9%. Maori and Maltese also have higher representations in Slade Point compared to regional averages: Maori at 1.0% vs 0.8%, Maltese at 0.9% vs 0.4%.

Slade Point's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Slade Point is 39 years, which is lower than Rest of Qld's average of 41 but close to the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 5-14 are prominent at 14.9%, while those aged 75-84 are smaller at 5.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has grown from 11.4% to 12.7%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort has declined from 14.3% to 12.4%, and the 55-64 group has dropped from 14.9% to 13.6%. By 2041, demographic projections show that the 25-34 age cohort is expected to increase by 119 people (27%), from 435 to 555. Meanwhile, both the 65-74 and 55-64 age groups are projected to decrease in numbers.