Telina - Toolooa

Population growth drivers in Telina - Toolooa are slightly above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium term trends

Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Telina - Toolooa's population is around 6759 as of Nov 2025. This reflects an increase of 372 people (5.8%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6387 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 6767 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 77 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 287 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Over the past decade, Telina - Toolooa has demonstrated resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 0.7%, outpacing the SA4 region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth that contributed approximately 50.6% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including overseas migration and interstate migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Considering the projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth of locations outside of capital cities is projected, with the area expected to increase by 1150 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 17.1% over the 17 years.

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

Telina - Toolooa has averaged approximately 10 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 54 homes. As of FY26, 6 approvals have been recorded. On average, 4.3 new residents per year have been associated with each home built between FY21 and FY25. This has resulted in demand outstripping supply, leading to price growth and increased buyer competition.

The average construction value of new properties is $355,000. In FY26, commercial approvals reached $916,000, indicating the area's residential focus. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Telina - Toolooa has recorded significantly lower building activity, with 50.0% fewer approvals per person. This scarcity typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. Nationally, this figure is also below average, suggesting maturity and possible planning constraints.

All new construction in the area has been detached dwellings, preserving its low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated population count of 545 people per dwelling approval reflects its quiet development environment. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Telina - Toolooa is projected to add 1,158 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag behind population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and price growth.

Telina - Toolooa has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Infrastructure changes significantly influence local performance. AreaSearch identified three major projects potentially impacting the area: Clinton Industrial Estate, Port of Gladstone Gatcombe, and Golding Cutting Channel Duplication Project (Gladstone Project), along with Clinton Vessel Interaction Project. The following list details those most relevant.

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Telina - Toolooa has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Telina - Toolooa has a balanced workforce encompassing white and blue collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominently featured. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate stands at 5.4%.

Over the past year, employment stability has been relatively consistent. As of this date, 3,736 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 1.3% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Telina - Toolooa is notably high at 66.5%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Employment is concentrated in manufacturing, construction, and health care & social assistance sectors.

Manufacturing employment is particularly notable, being 3.0 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance shows lower representation at 10.2% versus the regional average of 16.1%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data on working population compared to resident population. Over a 12-month period ending September 2025, labour force increased by 1.4%, while employment decreased by 0.3%, leading to a rise in unemployment of 1.6 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of Qld saw employment growth of 1.7% and labour force expansion of 2.1%, with a smaller increase in unemployment of 0.3 percentage points. State-level data up to 25-Nov-25 shows Queensland employment contracted by 0.01% (losing 1,210 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%, closely aligned with the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May-25, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Telina - Toolooa's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.2% over five years and 11.6% over ten years.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2022, Telina - Toolooa SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $64,999 with an average level standing at $80,349. This is among the highest in Australia when compared to levels of $50,780 and $64,844 across Rest of Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year ended June 2022, current estimates would be approximately $74,092 (median) and $91,590 (average) as of September 2025. From the Census conducted in August 2021, household, family and personal incomes in Telina - Toolooa cluster around the 61st percentile nationally. Income analysis reveals that 36.9% of the population, which consists of 2,494 individuals, fall within the $1,500 to 2,999 income range, mirroring the region where 31.7% occupy this bracket. After housing costs, residents retain 86.9% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power.

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

Telina - Toolooa's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, had 92.2% houses and 7.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). Non-Metro Qld had 85.7% houses and 14.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Telina - Toolooa was 22.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 41.5% and rented ones at 36.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, below Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,600. The median weekly rent figure was $300, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $275. Nationally, Telina - Toolooa's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,517 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Telina - Toolooa has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 76.6% of all households, including 35.2% couples with children, 27.4% couples without children, and 13.3% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.4%, with lone person households at 20.2% and group households comprising 3.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Telina - Toolooa fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate of 14.4%, as of the latest data point, is significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common among residents with university qualifications, at 11.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 1.8% and graduate diplomas at 1.4%. Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 45.5% of residents aged 15 and above holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (8.0%) and certificates (37.5%). Educational participation is notably high, with 32.7% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, as of the latest data point.

This includes 12.5% in primary education, 10.8% in secondary education, and 3.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis in Telina - Toolooa shows 21 active public transport stops operating, serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are served by five individual routes, collectively offering 180 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 381 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 25 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately eight weekly trips per stop.

Telina - Toolooa's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Health data indicates relatively positive outcomes for Telina - Toolooa residents. The prevalence of common health conditions among the general population is quite low but higher than the national average among older, at-risk cohorts.

Approximately 60% of the total population (4,041 people) has private health cover, compared to 55.6% across the rest of Queensland. Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, impacting 9.3 and 8.2% of residents respectively. A total of 70.2% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.4% across the rest of Queensland. The area has 10.6% of residents aged 65 and over (715 people), which is lower than the 15.2% in the rest of Queensland but requires more attention than the broader population.

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

Telina-Toolooa showed lower cultural diversity, with 87.4% citizens, 87.1% born in Australia, and 93.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion at 46.4%, compared to 47.5% regionally. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (31.2%), English (29.7%), and Irish (7.2%).

Notably, Maori (0.9%) and Australian Aboriginal (4.8%) populations were higher than regional averages of 0.8% and 4.3%, respectively. German ancestry was slightly lower at 4.6%.

Telina - Toolooa hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

The median age in Telina - Toolooa is 34 years, which is notably lower than Rest of Qld's average of 41 and substantially under the Australian median of 38. Compared to Rest of Qld, Telina - Toolooa has a higher concentration of 25-34 year-olds at 16.3%, but fewer 65-74 year-olds at 6.8%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the 25 to 34 age group has grown from 14.5% to 16.3%, while the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 13.7% to 14.7%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 13.4% to 11.1%, and the 5 to 14 group dropped from 15.9% to 14.6%. By 2041, Telina - Toolooa is expected to see significant shifts in its age composition. The 25 to 34 group will grow by 37% (401 people), reaching 1,502 from 1,100. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 group will contract by 43 residents.