Wamuran

Wamuran lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Wamuran's population was 4,539 as of February 2026, according to AreaSearch's analysis. This represented an increase of 311 people from the 2021 Census figure of 4,228, indicating a growth rate of 7.4%. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 4,484 in June 2024 and an additional 68 validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a population density ratio of 50 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Wamuran's population grew at a compound annual growth rate of 1.6%, outperforming the national average. Overseas migration contributed approximately 82.6% of overall population gains during recent periods, with natural growth and interstate migration also being positive factors.

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 or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 and based on 2021 data are adopted. 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 released in 2023, based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Future population trends predict exceptional growth for Wamuran, placing it in the top 10 percent of statistical areas nationally by 2041. Based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, the area is expected to grow by 4,267 persons over this period, reflecting a total gain of 92.8%.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Wamuran when compared nationally

Wamuran has seen approximately 18 dwellings granted development approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, 94 homes were approved, with an additional 5 approved in FY-26. On average, about 2.6 people have moved to the area each year per new home constructed during this period, indicating strong demand which may support property values.

The average construction cost of new homes is $262,000, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options for buyers. This financial year has seen $344,000 in commercial approvals, indicating limited commercial development activity compared to Greater Brisbane, where Wamuran records significantly lower building activity (67.0% below the regional average per person). The recent development has consisted entirely of detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character and appealing to families seeking space. With around 240 people moving in for each dwelling approval, Wamuran is showing signs of a developing market.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Wamuran is projected to add 4,212 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.

Wamuran has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 49thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 44 projects likely impacting the area. Notable ones include Wamuran District Park, D'Aguilar Highway Safety Improvements, Queensland Supergrid South, and Wamuran Central Shopping Centre. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Wamuran performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Wamuran's workforce is balanced across white and blue collar jobs. The construction sector stands out with significant representation, an unemployment rate of 1.7%, and a 7.7% employment growth in the past year (September 2025). As of this date, 2,542 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.3%, lower than Greater Brisbane's 4.0%.

Workforce participation is slightly below standard at 68.4%, compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.7%. According to Census responses, 16.6% of residents work from home. Dominant employment sectors are construction, health care & social assistance, and agriculture, forestry & fishing. Wamuran has a strong specialization in agriculture, forestry & fishing (11.1 times the regional level), but professional & technical jobs have limited presence at 4.5% compared to 8.9% regionally.

Employment opportunities locally may be limited based on Census data comparison of working population vs resident population. In the 12 months prior, employment increased by 7.7%, labour force by 6.4%, reducing unemployment by 1.2 percentage points. This contrasts with Greater Brisbane's growth rates: employment at 3.8%, labour force at 3.3%, and unemployment reduction of 0.5 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Wamuran's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.1% in five years and 12.7% in ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

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

The median taxpayer income in Wamuran SA2 is $49,382 according to AreaSearch's aggregation of postcode level ATO data for the financial year 2023. The average income for this area during that period was $60,443. Nationally, these figures are lower than the median income of $58,236 and average income of $72,799 in Greater Brisbane. As of September 2025, based on a Wage Price Index growth rate of 9.91%, estimated incomes would be approximately $54,276 (median) and $66,433 (average). According to Census data from 2021, household income ranks at the 68th percentile ($2,049 weekly), while personal income sits at the 42nd percentile. The dominant income bracket in Wamuran SA2 is $1,500 - 2,999, with 34.9% of residents (1,584 people) falling within this range. After housing costs, residents retain 86.9% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Wamuran is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Wamuran's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, were 98.7% houses and 1.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wamuran stood at 38.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 48.8% and rented ones at 12.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, higher than Brisbane metro's average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was $350, compared to Brisbane metro's $380. Nationally, Wamuran's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were lower than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 85.3% of all households, including 40.4% couples with children, 35.2% couples without children, and 8.5% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 14.7%, with lone person households at 12.1% and group households comprising 2.6% of the total. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 16.5%, significantly lower than Greater Brisbane's average of 30.5%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.8%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.4%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.3%). Vocational credentials are held by 44.5% of residents aged 15 and above, with advanced diplomas at 11.5% and certificates at 33.0%. Educational participation is high, with 26.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 9.9% in primary education, 9.3% in secondary education, and 3.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Wamuran has eight operational public transport stops, all serving buses. These stops are served by three different routes, offering a total of 32 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is considered limited, with residents typically situated 870 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. Cars are the primary mode of transport at 90%, with walking accounting for 6%. On average, there are 2.4 vehicles per dwelling, exceeding the regional norm.

According to the 2021 Census, 16.6% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages four trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately four weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Wamuran faces significant health challenges, according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notable across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 49% of the total population (~2,233 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues and arthritis are the most common medical conditions, affecting 8.4% and 8.1% of residents respectively. 67.5% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 23.4% of residents aged 65 and over (1,061 people), which is higher than the 15.2% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

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

Wamuran's population showed low cultural diversity, with 84.6% born in Australia, 89.3% being citizens, and 95.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 52.1%, compared to 47.8% in Greater Brisbane. The top three ancestry groups were English (31.4%), Australian (31.3%), and Irish (8.2%).

Notably, German ancestry was higher than average at 5.4%, while New Zealand and South African ancestries were similar or slightly lower compared to regional averages.

Wamuran's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Wamuran is 44 years, which is considerably higher than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 years and substantially exceeds the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 are particularly prominent, making up 13.2% of the population, while the 25-34 age group is comparatively smaller at 8.3%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 4.8% to 8.2%, and the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 11.3% to 13.1%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 age group has declined from 10.7% to 8.3%, and the 35 to 44 age group has dropped from 12.0% to 10.6%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Wamuran's age structure, with the 65 to 74 age cohort projected to grow exceptionally, expanding by 730 people (122%) from 600 to 1,331.