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 22,082 as of November 2025. This reflects an increase of 1,795 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 20,287. The change is inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 21,776 in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,415 persons per square kilometer, above national averages assessed by AreaSearch. The area's 8.8% growth since census is within 0.9 percentage points of the national average (9.7%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 57.4%.

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. These state projections do not provide age category splits; thus, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Projected demographic shifts indicate an above median population growth of regional areas nationally by 2041, with the area expected to increase by 5,247 persons, reflecting a total increase of 22.4% 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 recorded approximately 50 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling around 250 homes. As of FY-26, 41 approvals have been recorded. On average, about 5.4 people move to the area each year for every dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating that demand significantly outpaces supply. This typically places upward pressure on prices and intensifies competition among buyers.

New homes are being constructed at an average cost of $363,000. In this financial year, around $5.8 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's predominantly residential nature. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Upper Coomera - North has markedly lower building activity, recording 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. New development consists of approximately 33.0% detached houses and 67.0% medium and high-density housing, marking a notable shift from the area's current housing composition of 76.0% houses. This trend may indicate decreasing availability of developable sites and reflect changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options.

At around 303 people per approval, Upper Coomera - North reflects a transitioning market with population forecasts indicating an increase of 4,941 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

Area infrastructure significantly impacts local performance. AreaSearch identified 36 projects potentially affecting the area. Key projects 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 notable representation in the construction sector. The unemployment rate was 4.5% as of September 2025, which is 0.4% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.1%.

There are 12,024 residents in work and workforce participation stands at 74.1%, compared to Rest of Qld's 65.7%. Only 12.0% of residents work from home. Key industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction employment is particularly high, at 1.3 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.3%.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 2.1% and labour force grew by 2.4%, leading to an unemployment rate rise of 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. 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, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

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

Upper Coomera - North SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $53,323 and an average income of $62,189 in financial year 2023. This is below the national averages of $53,146 and $66,593 for Rest of Qld respectively. By September 2025, estimated median and average incomes would be approximately $58,607 and $68,352 based on a 9.91% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, Upper Coomera - North household, family, and personal incomes are around the 55th percentile nationally. Income distribution shows that 43.6% of the population (9,627 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, similar to regional patterns where 31.7% occupy this range. Housing costs consume 19.1% of income, but 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

Dwelling structure in Upper Coomera - North, as per the latest Census, consisted of 75.9% houses and 24.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This is compared to Non-Metro Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Upper Coomera - North was at 15.9%, with the rest either mortgaged (44.2%) or rented (39.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,820, exceeding Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. Median weekly rent in Upper Coomera - North was $450, higher than Non-Metro Qld's figure of $345. Nationally, Upper Coomera - North's mortgage repayments were below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 83.8 percent of all households, including 42.8 percent couples with children, 22.6 percent couples without children, and 17.1 percent single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 16.2 percent, with lone person households at 12.6 percent and group households comprising 3.6 percent of the total. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

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

The area has university qualification rates of 17.7%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 43.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (13.1%) and certificates (30.4%).

Educational participation is high, with 35.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.6% in primary education, 10.6% in secondary education, and 4.1% pursuing 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 56 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are serviced by four individual routes that collectively provide 383 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as good, with residents typically located 299 meters from the nearest stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward to other areas for work or leisure. Car remains the dominant mode of transportation, used by 94% of residents. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling in the area, which is above the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 12.0% of residents work from home, a figure that may reflect the impact of COVID-19 conditions on work patterns. The service frequency averages 54 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately six weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Upper Coomera - North is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Upper Coomera - North faces significant health challenges based on AreaSearch's assessment as of 2021. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 50% of the total population (~11,129 people), compared to 52.5% in Rest of Qld and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, impacting 8.9 and 8.8% of residents respectively, while 70.9% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.6% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among the working-age population are typical. The area has 9.8% of residents aged 65 and over (2,155 people), lower than the 20.0% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general 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 has a higher cultural diversity 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 predominant religion in Upper Coomera-North, making up 43.8% of people there. The most notable overrepresentation is in the 'Other' category, comprising 1.1% of the population compared to 0.8% across the rest of Queensland.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups are English (29.0%), Australian (24.6%), and Other (7.7%). Some ethnic groups show significant differences: Maori is overrepresented at 4.5% in Upper Coomera-North compared to 0.8% regionally, New Zealanders make up 2.2% versus 0.9%, and Samoans comprise 1.1% versus 0.2%.

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

Upper Coomera - North's median age is 33, which is younger than Queensland's figure of 41 and Australia's figure of 38. The 35-44 age group makes up 16.3% of the population in Upper Coomera - North compared to Queensland, while the 65-74 cohort makes up 5.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has increased from 14.0% to 15.3%, and the 25-34 cohort has increased from 13.9% to 14.9%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has declined from 17.8% to 14.9%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Upper Coomera - North's age structure. The 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 46%, adding 1,516 people and reaching a total of 4,813 from its current figure of 3,296. Meanwhile, the 15-24 cohort is projected to grow by 1%, adding 45 people.