Upper Coomera - North

Population growth drivers in Upper Coomera - North are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Upper Coomera - North's population is approximately 22,151 as of November 2025. This figure represents an increase of 1,864 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 20,287. The growth was inferred from the estimated resident population of 21,776 in June 2024 and an additional 215 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,419 persons per square kilometer, which is higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 9.2% since the 2021 census exceeded both the non-metro area (8.8%) and the national average. Overseas migration contributed approximately 57.4% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving this growth.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is expected for regional areas across the nation. Upper Coomera - North is projected to increase by 5,247 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total increase of 22.0% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Upper Coomera - North among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Upper Coomera - North has granted around 50 residential property approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling approximately 250 homes. As of FY-26, 34 approvals have been recorded. On average, 5.4 people moved to the area annually for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating demand significantly outpaces supply. This typically puts upward pressure on prices and increases competition among buyers.

New homes are being constructed at an average value of $363,000. In this financial year, $5.8 million in commercial approvals have been registered, demonstrating the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Upper Coomera - North records markedly lower building activity, 75.0% below the regional average per person. This constrained new construction usually reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. However, development activity has picked up in recent periods. Nationally, this area also reflects lower development activity, indicating market maturity and possible development constraints. New development consists of 33.0% detached houses and 67.0% medium to high-density housing.

This trend toward denser development provides accessible entry options, appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing composition, currently 76.0% houses, indicating decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles. Upper Coomera - North reflects a transitioning market with approximately 303 people per approval. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, the area is forecasted to gain 4,872 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.

Upper Coomera - North has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 36 projects likely to affect the region. Notable initiatives include Yawalpah Road Upgrade, GemLife Gold Coast (Pimpama), Pacific Motorway (M1) Coomera Exit 54 Interchange Upgrade, and Pimpama Railway Station (Cross River Rail). The following list details those most relevant.

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The labour market in Upper Coomera - North demonstrates typical performance when compared to similar areas across Australia

Upper Coomera - North has a skilled workforce with the construction sector being notably represented. The unemployment rate was 4.5% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.1%.

As of September 2025, 12,024 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 4.5%, which is 0.4% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Upper Coomera - North is 68.7%, significantly higher than Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction shows a particularly high concentration with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing has lower representation at 0.3% compared to the regional average of 4.5%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. In the 12-month period ending September 2025, employment increased by 2.1%, while labour force increased by 2.4%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.3 percentage points. By comparison, Rest of Qld recorded employment growth of 1.7% and unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. State-level data from Queensland as of 25-Nov shows 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%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years nationally. Applying these projections to Upper Coomera - North's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, although this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localised population projections.

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

Upper Coomera - North SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $50,157 in financial year 2022. The average income was $59,297 during the same period. Both figures are below the national averages of $50,780 and $64,844 respectively for Rest of Qld. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, estimated median income as of September 2025 would be approximately $57,174, while the average is projected to reach $67,593 by then. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Upper Coomera - North cluster around the 55th percentile nationally. Income distribution data shows that 43.6% of the population (9,657 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, reflecting patterns seen at regional levels where 31.7% similarly occupy this range. High housing costs consume 19.1% of income in Upper Coomera - North. Despite this, strong earnings place disposable income at the 56th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

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

Upper Coomera - North's dwelling structure in 2016 comprised 75.9% houses and 24.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro Qld's 80.5% houses and 19.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Upper Coomera - North was at 15.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 44.2% and rented ones at 39.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,820, lower than Non-Metro Qld's $2,000. Median weekly rent in Upper Coomera - North was $450, equal to Non-Metro Qld's figure and higher than the national average of $375. Nationally, mortgage repayments were slightly higher at $1,863.

Upper Coomera - North features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 83.8% of all households, including 42.8% couples with children, 22.6% couples without children, and 17.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 16.2%, with lone person households at 12.6% and group households comprising 3.6%. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.9.

The educational profile of Upper Coomera - North exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 17.7%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 43.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (13.1%) and certificates (30.4%). Educational participation is high, with 35.5% currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 13.6% in primary, 10.6% in secondary, and 4.1% in tertiary education.

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

Upper Coomera - North has 62 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by four different routes that together facilitate 383 weekly passenger trips. The area's transport accessibility is considered good, with residents on average being located 295 meters from the nearest stop.

On a daily basis, these routes run an average of 54 trips, which translates to roughly six weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Upper Coomera - North is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Upper Coomera - North shows better-than-average health outcomes with low prevalence of common conditions among its general population. However, it has higher rates among older and at-risk cohorts compared to national averages. Private health cover is relatively low in the area, at approximately 49% of the total population (~10,876 people), compared to 52.3% across the rest of Queensland and a national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues (affecting 8.9% of residents) and asthma (8.8%), while 70.9% claim to be completely free from medical ailments, compared to 71.6% across the rest of Queensland. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 9.8% (2,161 people), compared to 12.0% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those of the broader population.

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

Upper Coomera-North is more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 12.4% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 30.3% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion in Upper Coomera-North, comprising 43.8% of its population. The most notable overrepresentation is in the 'Other' category, which makes up 1.1% of the population compared to 1.2% across the rest of Queensland.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English (29.0%), Australian (24.6%), and Other (7.7%). There are notable divergences in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Maori is overrepresented at 4.5% compared to 2.9% regionally, New Zealand at 2.2% compared to 1.9%, and Samoan at 1.1% compared to 0.7%.

Upper Coomera - North's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Upper Coomera - North has a median age of 33, which is younger than both the Rest of Qld figure of 41 and Australia's median age of 38. The 35-44 age group constitutes 16.3%, compared to the Rest of Qld, while the 65-74 cohort makes up 5.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 14.0% to 15.3%, and the 25 to 34 cohort has risen from 13.9% to 14.9%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 17.8% to 14.9%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Upper Coomera - North's age structure. The 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 46%, reaching 4,813 people from the current 3,307. Meanwhile, the 15-24 cohort is expected to grow by a modest 1% (35 people).