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 3,671 as of May 2026. This figure reflects an increase of 216 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 3,455. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 3,669 in June 2025 and an additional three validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 412 persons per square kilometer. Slade Point's 6.3% growth since the census positions it close to the SA3 area's growth rate of 6.8%. Population growth was primarily driven by natural growth, contributing approximately 39.4% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023, based on 2021 data, are used. Considering projected demographic shifts, Slade Point is expected to increase by approximately 208 persons to reach a population of around 3,979 by 2041, reflecting an increase of about 5.6% over the 16-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 seen minimal construction activity with two new dwellings approved annually on average over the past five years, totaling 12 approvals. This low level of development is typical in rural areas where housing needs are modest and construction activity is limited by local demand and infrastructure capacity. It is important to note that with such low approval numbers, yearly growth figures can vary significantly based on individual projects.

Slade Point has much lower development activity compared to the rest of Queensland and nationally. Recent development in the area has been entirely detached houses, maintaining its rural nature with an emphasis on space. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 1218 people, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Slade Point is expected to grow by 206 residents by 2041.

If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 projects likely to affect this region. Notable 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 diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominent manufacturing and industrial sectors, and an unemployment rate of 4.4%. Over the past year, employment grew by 4.5%. As of December 2025, 1,868 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 4.3%, slightly higher than Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation stands at 67.0%, similar to Regional Qld's 64.5%. Census data shows that only 4.4% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key industries for employment include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Slade Point specializes in mining, with an employment share 2.8 times the regional level, but agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented at 0.3% compared to Regional Qld's 4.5%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census data. Over a 12-month period ending December 2025, employment increased by 4.5%, while labour force grew by 5.3%, leading to an unemployment rate rise of 0.8 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld saw employment growth of 0.7% and labour force growth of 1.0%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, issued 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, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections.

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

Slade Point SA2's income level is above the national average according to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Its median income among taxpayers is $56,864 and average income stands at $70,327. This compares to Regional Qld's figures of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $63,324 (median) and $78,316 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Slade Point, between the 37th and 45th percentiles. The earnings profile shows that 31.6% of locals (1,160 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, mirroring the metropolitan region where 31.7% occupy this bracket. After housing costs, 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

Dwelling structure in Slade Point, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 90.2% houses and 9.7% other dwellings. In comparison, Regional Qld had 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Slade Point was 31.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.4% and rented ones at 32.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, below Regional Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent in Slade Point was $300, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Slade Point's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were 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 Regional Queensland average.

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

The area's university qualification rate of 13.3%, as of the latest data point, is significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common among those with qualifications at 9.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.1% and graduate diplomas at 1.6%. Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 44.9% of residents aged 15 years and above holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 9.1% and certificates at 35.8%. Educational participation is notably high in the area, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, as reported on the date specified.

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 transport in Slade Point indicates that there are 18 active transport stops currently operating within the area. These stops primarily serve buses. There is one individual route servicing these stops, which collectively facilitates 118 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of transport in Slade Point is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 211 meters from their nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outward for work or other purposes. The car remains the primary mode of transportation, used by 94% of residents.

On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling in Slade Point. According to the 2021 Census, only 4.4% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages approximately 16 trips per day across all routes, equating to roughly six 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, according to AreaSearch's assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high among younger and older age cohorts alike. Approximately 54% of Slade Point's total population (~1,986 people) has private health cover, which is relatively high. Mental health issues impact 8.6% of residents, while arthritis affects 8.4%. Conversely, 67.8% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to the Regional Queensland average of 67.6%. Working-age residents have a higher prevalence of chronic health conditions than average. As of 2021, 17.3% of Slade Point's population is aged 65 and over (635 people), which is lower than both the Regional Queensland average of 20.4% and the national average.

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 had a low level of cultural diversity, with 87.0% of its residents being Australian citizens and 88.4% born in Australia. Most people spoke English only at home, at 94.1%. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 50.1%, slightly lower than the regional average of 52.2%.

The most common ancestry groups were English (27.6%), Australian (26.0%), and Other (9.8%). Notably, Slade Point had higher percentages of Australian Aboriginal residents (6.6% vs regional 3.9%), Maori (1.0% vs 0.8%), and Maltese (0.9% vs 0.4%) compared to the Regional Queensland average.

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

The median age in Slade Point is 39 years, which is lower than Regional Queensland's average of 41 but close to the national average of 38. The age profile shows that individuals aged 5-14 are prominent at 14.6%, while those aged 25-34 make up a smaller proportion at 11.1% compared to Regional Queensland. Between 2021 and present, the population aged 15-24 has grown from 11.4% to 13.2%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group has decreased from 14.3% to 12.2%, and the 55-64 age group has dropped from 14.9% to 13.6%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Slade Point's age structure. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to increase by 99 people (25%) from 407 to 507. Conversely, both the 65-74 and 15-24 age groups are expected to decrease in number.