Worongary - Tallai
Statistical Area - sa2

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

AreaSearch's analysis shows Worongary - Tallai's population was around 9,281 as of Aug 2025. This reflects an increase of 739 people from the 2021 Census figure of 8,542, indicating a growth rate of 8.7%. The change is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 8,937 as of June 2024 and an additional 372 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 356 persons per square kilometer. Worongary - Tallai's growth rate exceeded both its SA3 area (6.0%) and the non-metro area, marking it as a regional growth leader. Overseas migration contributed approximately 56.1% to overall population gains during recent periods, although all migration drivers were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, based on 2021 data and released in 2023. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 with 2022 as the base year. Future population projections predict exceptional growth, placing Worongary - Tallai in the top 10 percent of national non-metropolitan areas. The area is expected to grow by 4,367 persons to 2041 based on the latest numbers, reflecting a total increase of 43.3% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Worongary - Tallai among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Worongary-Tallai has averaged approximately 66 new dwelling approvals annually. The Australian Bureau of Statistics produces development approval data on a financial year basis, showing 330 homes approved between FY21 and FY25, with 29 approvals so far in FY26. Over the past five financial years (FY21-FY25), an average of 1.6 new residents per new home has been recorded, indicating balanced supply and demand conditions. However, this figure decreased to 1 person per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting more balanced supply conditions. New properties are constructed at an average expected construction cost value of $682,000, slightly above the regional average.

In FY26, there have been $306,000 in commercial approvals, predominantly residential-focused. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Worongary-Tallai has 191.0% more construction activity per person. Recent building activity consists entirely of detached houses, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character and appealing to those seeking family homes with space. With around 95 people per dwelling approval, Worongary-Tallai exhibits growth area characteristics.

Population forecasts indicate an increase of 4,018 residents by 2041. Development is keeping pace with projected growth, but buyers may face increasing competition as the population expands.

Worongary - Tallai has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 24 projects that may impact the area. Key projects include Merrimac Railway Station, SkyRidge Living Estate, Gooding Drive Commercial Precinct, and Merrimac Green Residential Development. The following list details those likely most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Worongary - Tallai demonstrate strong performance, ranking among the top 35% of areas assessed nationally

Worongary-Tallai has a skilled workforce with the construction sector being prominent. Its unemployment rate was 2.8% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 1.8%.

As of June 2025, 4941 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.1% below Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%, and workforce participation at 62.9%. Leading industries include construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Construction is particularly strong, with a share of employment 1.6 times the regional level. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, with only 0.6% of Worongary-Tallai's workforce compared to 4.5% in Rest of Qld.

The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by Census data on working population versus resident population. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 1.8%, labour force grew by 2.1%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Qld experienced employment growth of 1.8% and labour force growth of 2.0%, with a rise in unemployment rate of 0.2 percentage points. State-level data to Sep-25 shows Queensland's employment contracted by 0.23%, losing 8070 jobs, with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%. This compares favourably to the national unemployment rate of 4.5% and national employment growth of 0.26%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Worongary-Tallai's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.7% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows that Worongary - Tallai has higher incomes than the national average. The median income is $51,008 and the average income stands at $69,679. In comparison, Rest of Qld's figures are a median income of $50,780 and an average income of $64,844. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.71% since financial year 2022, current estimates for March 2025 would be approximately $56,981 (median) and $77,838 (average). Census data reveals household incomes rank at the 81st percentile ($2,262 weekly), though personal income ranks lower at the 48th percentile. Income brackets indicate that 31.1% of locals (2,886 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 category, consistent with broader trends across the area showing 31.7% in the same category. A substantial proportion of high earners, at 35.6%, indicates strong economic capacity throughout Worongary - Tallai. Housing accounts for 14.3% of income and residents rank within the 83rd percentile for disposable income. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

In Worongary-Tallai, as per the latest Census, 93.9% of dwellings were houses while 6.0% consisted of semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Non-Metro Qld's 71.9% houses and 28.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Worongary-Tallai stood at 36.5%, compared to mortgaged dwellings at 52.6% and rented ones at 10.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,200, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,950. Median weekly rent in the area was recorded at $520, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $435. Nationally, Worongary-Tallai's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,200 against Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 84.7% of all households, including 45.4% couples with children, 27.5% couples without children, and 10.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 15.3%, with lone person households at 13.1% and group households at 2.4%. The median household size is 3.1 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.8.

The educational profile of Worongary - Tallai exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

In Worongary-Tallai, 25.3% of residents aged 15 and above hold university degrees, compared to Australia's 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common (17.8%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 39.7% of residents holding such qualifications, including advanced diplomas (12.7%) and certificates (27.0%). Current educational participation is high at 32.5%, with secondary education at 10.9%, primary education at 10.6%, and tertiary education at 5.1%.

Educational facilities appear to be located outside the immediate catchment boundaries, requiring families to access schools in neighboring areas.

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

Transport analysis shows 12 active stops operating in Worongary-Tallai area, served by buses. These stops are covered by two routes, offering 128 weekly passenger trips combined. Transport access is limited with residents usually 831 meters from nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 18 trips daily across all routes, equating to about 10 weekly trips per individual stop.

Worongary - Tallai's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data shows that Worongary - Tallai residents have a relatively low prevalence of common health conditions across both younger and older age groups. Approximately 54% (~5,048 people) have private health cover, compared to 50.7% across the rest of Queensland.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (7.8%) and mental health issues (7.4%). A total of 71.5% of residents reported no medical ailments, compared to 69.5% in the rest of Queensland. There are 17.9% (1,662 people) of residents aged 65 and over, which is higher than the state average of 16.7%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in the area are strong, outperforming the general population in various health metrics.

In terms of cultural diversity, Worongary - Tallai records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Worongary-Tallai had cultural diversity roughly in line with its wider region, with 74.6% born in Australia, 87.3% being citizens, and 92.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion, comprising 50.7%. Judaism was overrepresented at 0.2%, compared to 0.2% regionally.

Top ancestry groups were English (32.6%), Australian (25.7%), and Scottish (8.7%). Notable divergences included New Zealand (1.5% vs 1.8%), South African (1.0% vs 0.7%), and Maori (0.8% vs 1.9%).

Worongary - Tallai hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

The median age in Worongary-Tallai is 42 years, close to Rest of Qld's average of 41 and notably higher than the Australian median of 38. The 45-54 age cohort is over-represented in Worongary-Tallai at 14.9%, compared to Rest of Qld's average, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 9.5%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the 15-24 age group has grown from 12.7% to 14.4%, and the 25-34 cohort has increased from 8.1% to 9.5%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group has declined from 14.0% to 12.3%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes for Worongary-Tallai, with the 25-34 age cohort projected to grow substantially by 734 people (83%), reaching a total of 1,614 individuals.