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 22,086 as of Feb 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,799 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 20,287. The change was inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 21,776 in June 2024 and additional 213 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. Upper Coomera - North's growth rate of 8.9% since census is within 0.2 percentage points of Rest of Qld (9.1%). 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 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. These state projections do not provide age category splits; AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings from ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort. Considering projected demographic shifts, regional areas including Upper Coomera - North are expected to have above median population growth. The area is projected to increase by 5,247 persons to 2041 based on latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an overall 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 granted approximately 50 residential property approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling around 250 homes. As of FY-26 so far, there have been 41 recorded approvals. The area experiences an average of 5.4 people moving in per year for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25. This demand outpaces supply, typically putting upward pressure on prices and increasing competition among buyers.

New homes are constructed at an average cost of $363,000. In the current financial year, $5.8 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Upper Coomera - North records significantly lower building activity, around 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 33.0% detached houses and 67.0% medium to high-density housing, reflecting a shift from the area's current housing composition, which is 76.0% houses. This trend indicates decreasing availability of developable sites and changing lifestyles requiring more diverse housing options.

Population forecasts suggest Upper Coomera - North will gain approximately 4,937 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 affecting the region. Notable ones 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 particularly prominent. Its 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, and the unemployment rate is 0.4% higher than the Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%.

The workforce participation rate is 73.6%, compared to Rest of Qld's 65.7%. According to Census responses, only 12.0% of residents work from home. Key industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction employment levels are notably high at 1.3 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.3%.

Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by Census data comparison. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, employment increased by 2.1% and labour force grew by 2.4%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.3 percentage points. This compares with Rest of Qld's employment growth of 1.7% and labour force growth of 2.1%. 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 Upper Coomera - North's industry mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

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

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023, Upper Coomera - North SA2 had median taxpayer income of $53,323 and average income of $62,189. These figures are below national averages of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively for Rest of Qld. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year ended June 2023, estimated median income is approximately $58,607 and average income is $68,352 as of September 2025. According to Australian Bureau of Statistics Census data for 2021, incomes in Upper Coomera - North cluster around the 55th percentile nationally. Income distribution shows 43.6% (9,629 individuals) fall within $1,500-$2,999 range, similar to regional levels at 31.7%. Housing costs consume 19.1% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 56th percentile nationally. 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

In Upper Coomera - North, as per the latest Census, 75.9% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 24.1% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This is comparable to Non-Metro Qld's figures of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Upper Coomera - North stood at 15.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 44.2% and rented ones at 39.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,820, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. Median weekly rent in the area was $450, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, Upper Coomera - North's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were higher at $450 versus the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 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 16.2%, with lone person households at 12.6% and group households making up 3.6%. The median household size is 3.1 people, 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 bus services. Four routes operate here, offering a total of 383 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy good transport accessibility, with an average distance of 299 meters to the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward daily. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 94% of residents. On average, there are 1.7 vehicles per dwelling, higher than the regional norm.

Only 12.0% of residents work from home (2021 Census data). Buses run an average of 54 trips daily across all routes, translating to about six weekly trips per 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, according to AreaSearch's assessment as of 2021. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 50% (~11,131 people) have private health cover, lower than the Rest of Qld's 52.5% and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues affect 8.9% of residents, while asthma impacts 8.8%. Around 70.9% declare no medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Rest of Qld. Working-age population health outcomes are typical. The area has 9.9% (2,184 people) aged 65 and over, lower than Rest of Qld's 20.4%. Senior health outcomes present challenges, with national rankings broadly similar to 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 is more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 12.4% speaking a language other than English at home and 30.3% born overseas. Christianity is the main religion, comprising 43.8%. The 'Other' religion category is overrepresented at 1.1%, compared to 0.8% regionally.

In ancestry, the top groups are English (29%), Australian (24.6%), and Other (7.7%). Maori (4.5%) and New Zealand (2.2%) are notably overrepresented, as is Samoan (1.1%).

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 Queensland's figure of 41 and Australia's figure of 38. The age group of 35-44 years shows strong representation at 16.4%, compared to the rest of Queensland. Conversely, the age group of 65-74 years is less prevalent at 5.5%. Between 2021 and present, the population aged 15 to 24 has grown from 14.0% to 15.5%, while the 25 to 34 cohort increased from 13.9% to 15.3%. However, the age group of 5 to 14 years has declined from 17.8% to 14.2%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Upper Coomera - North's age structure. Notably, the 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow by 43%, adding 1,442 people and reaching a total of 4,813 from the current figure of 3,370. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 cohort is expected to grow by 0%, with an increase of just 11 people.