Upper Coomera - North
Statistical Area - sa2

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 around 22,141 as of Aug 2025. This reflects an increase of 1,854 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 20,287. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 21,776 from the ABS as of June 2024 and an additional 212 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,419 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Upper Coomera - North's growth rate of 9.1% since the 2021 census exceeded the non-metro area (8.6%) and the national average, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 57.4% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is projected for regional areas across the nation. The area is expected to increase by 5,247 persons to 2041 based on the latest population numbers, with an increase of 22.1% in total 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. Development approval data is produced by the ABS on a financial year basis, totalling 250 approvals across the past five financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, with three approvals so far in FY-26. An average of 5.4 people moved to the area per dwelling built over these years. This high demand outpaces supply, typically putting upward pressure on prices and increasing competition among buyers.

New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $417,000, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. In FY-26, $5.8 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's residential character. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Upper Coomera - North records markedly lower building activity, at 75.0% below the regional average per person, which usually reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. However, development activity has picked up in recent periods. This is also lower than nationally, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. New development consists of 33.0% detached houses and 67.0% medium to high-density housing, indicating a trend towards denser development appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. This represents a notable shift from the area's existing housing, which is currently 76.0% houses, suggesting decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles.

Upper Coomera - North reflects a transitioning market with approximately 303 people per approval. Population forecasts indicate that Upper Coomera - North will gain 4,882 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 moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 42ndth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 36 projects likely impacting the region. Notable ones include Pimpama Railway Station (Cross River Rail), Yawalpah Road Upgrade, Kasa Heights Estate, and GemLife Gold Coast (Pimpama). 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 prominent. Its unemployment rate was 4.3% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 1.8%.

As of June 2025, 11,975 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, which is 0.4% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in the area is 68.7%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction employment is particularly notable, at 1.3 times the regional average, while agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.3% versus the regional average of 4.5%.

Limited local employment opportunities are indicated by Census data comparison between working population and resident population. In the 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 1.8%, labour force by 2.1%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.2 percentage points. State-level data to Sep-25 shows QLD employment contracted by 0.23% (losing 8,070 jobs), with a state unemployment rate of 4.2%. National unemployment is 4.5%, with national employment growth at 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia's forecasts project national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industries. Applying these projections to Upper Coomera - North's industry mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years.

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

AreaSearch aggregated postcode-level ATO data for financial year 2022. Upper Coomera - North's median income was $50,157 and average income was $59,297. These figures were below the national averages of $50,780 and $64,844 respectively across Rest of Qld. From financial year 2022 to March 2025, median income is estimated at $56,030 and average income at $66,241 based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.71%. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Upper Coomera - North clustered around the 55th percentile nationally. Income distribution showed that 43.6% of residents (9,653 individuals) fell within the $1,500-$2,999 range. High housing costs consumed 19.1% of income, but disposable income remained at the 57th percentile. Upper Coomera - North's SEIFA income ranking placed 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, as per the latest Census, consisted of 75.9% houses and 24.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 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, below Non-Metro Qld's average of $2,000. The median weekly rent in Upper Coomera - North was $450, matching Non-Metro Qld's figure but 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 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 the remaining 16.2%, with lone person households at 12.6% and group households comprising 3.6% of the total. The median household size is 3.1 people, 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

Upper Coomera-North has university qualification rates at 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 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. Upper Coomera-North's 5 schools have a combined enrollment of 6,844 students as of the latest data. The area has typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1045) with balanced educational opportunities. It includes 1 primary and 4 K-12 schools. Upper Coomera-North functions as an education hub with 30.9 school places per 100 residents, significantly above the regional average of 14.7, attracting students from surrounding communities.

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 Upper Coomera - North shows that there are 62 active transport stops currently operating. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with a total of 4 individual routes providing service to the area. The combined weekly passenger trips for these routes amount to 383.

Residents in Upper Coomera - North have good access to public transport, with an average distance of 295 meters to the nearest stop. On average, there are 54 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 6 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 a low prevalence of common conditions among its general population (around 10,871 people). However, it has a higher prevalence among older and at-risk cohorts compared to national averages. Approximately 49% of residents have private health cover, which is lower than the Rest of Qld's 52.3%, and the national average of 55.3%.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common conditions in the area, affecting 8.9% and 8.8% of residents respectively. About 70.9% of residents report having no medical ailments, slightly lower than the Rest of Qld's 71.6%. The area has a lower proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 9.8% (2,160 people), compared to the Rest of Qld's 12.0%. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention due to these challenges.

Upper Coomera - North was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Upper Coomera - North has a higher cultural diversity compared to most local areas, with 12.4% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 30.3% born overseas. Christianity is the predominant religion in Upper Coomera - North, accounting for 43.8% of the population. Notably, the category 'Other' comprises 1.1% of the population in Upper Coomera - North, slightly higher than the 1.2% regional average.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups are English (29.0%), Australian (24.6%), and Other (7.7%). Some ethnic groups show significant differences: Maori representation is 4.5%, compared to the regional average of 2.9%; New Zealand is 2.2% versus 1.9%; and Samoan is 1.1% against a regional average of 0.7%.

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 overall figure of 41 and Australia's median age of 38. The 35-44 age group is strongly represented at 16.3%, compared to the Rest of Qld figure. Conversely, the 65-74 cohort is less prevalent at 5.5%. Between 2021 and present, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 14.0% to 15.3%, while the 25 to 34 cohort increased from 13.9% to 14.9%. However, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 17.8% to 14.9%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Upper Coomera - North's age structure. The 25 to 34 group is projected to grow by 46%, adding 1,507 people and reaching a total of 4,813 from the current figure of 3,305. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 cohort grows by a modest 1%, adding 36 people.