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Agnes Water has an estimated 3,551 residents, up 30.1% since the 2021 Census, with 14 projects tracked in the area around Agnes Water.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 377 kilometres north-northwest from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Agnes Water has an estimated population of around 3,551 as of Aug 2026. This estimate is based on AreaSearch's analysis of aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. The population has increased by 822 people (30.1%) since the 2021 Census, when 2,729 people were recorded. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population.
Agnes Water combines strong population expansion with development activity and population drivers well above average. The area is noted for strong outright home ownership, a notable proportion of residents aged 55 to 64yo, an elevated hospitality employment base, pronounced administrative employment, and above-average children per family. Residents include a high proportion of middle-aged and matureandretirement aged people, comprised largely of couples without children, while income levels are in the lower quartile.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,645 in 2006 and 3,501 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,551 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 18.3%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $800 - 1,499, 28.9%.
Agnes Water ranks in the 88th percentile nationally for development activity and the 83rd for population growth.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Agnes Water is $645 a week, up 14.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $334 in 2017, $670 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $156 in 2017, $250 in 2020. A break means no rent was reported that year. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $645 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +14.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $670 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +8.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Gladstone | $524 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Gladstone, over 12 months | +7.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Central Queensland | $518 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Central Queensland, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Qld | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Qld, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 7 tracked applications: 0 approved, 0 under assessment, 7 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 14 projects in and around Agnes Water, 5 of them under construction.
Laguna Agnes Water is a master-planned community by Villawood Properties featuring 149 large homesites ranging from 1,000 m2 to 5,292 m2.
Proposed multi-precinct residential master planned community comprising approximately 70 rural residential allotments and over 250…
Pacificus is a masterplanned tourism and residential resort on Hummock Hill Island, about 35 km south-east of Gladstone Airport.
A 170-hectare Priority Development Area (PDA) declared on 9 September 2011, providing a range of housing designs and price points for home…
The Boyne Tannum Aquatic Centre (BTAC) is a major regional facility with construction awarded to Paynters in March 2026.
Gladstone first truly masterplanned community spanning 496 hectares along the Boyne River.
A proposed 200MW/800MWh lithium-ion battery energy storage system designed to enhance grid stability and support renewable energy…
Powerlink Queensland's Gladstone Project is a critical multi-stage transmission network reinforcement program to ensure electricity…
Brookview Estate is a resort style master planned residential community in Glen Eden, Gladstone.
Privately funded coal export terminal at Golding Point within the Port of Gladstone.
Construction of 13 new social homes in West Gladstone designed for single people, couples, young people, people with disability, and…
The Bundaberg State Development Area (SDA) is a 6,076-hectare industrial and port-related precinct declared in February 2017 to drive…
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Estimated completion year of the 10 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2026 2, 2027 2, 2028 1, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 1, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 2 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 7 substantial development applications lodged in and around Agnes Water over the period covered (about 3.5 years), 2 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2023 (part year) 4, 2024 1, 2025 0, 2026 (to Oct) 2.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 7 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.5 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 11.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 86th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 34 | ABS building approvals | 46th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Agnes Water include: Discovery Drive Residential Development (Lot 2 Captain Cook Drive) (Under Assessment) and Laguna Agnes Water (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure projects impacting the suburb of Agnes Water are primarily focused on Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the suburb of Agnes Water demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Agnes Water among the top 12% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Agnes Water area has seen 76 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Agnes Water's current population of 3,551 has been supported by 34 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Agnes Water has seen 11.3 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.3 approvals in Regional Qld. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 89 people in the suburb of Agnes Water, compared to one for every 152 in Regional Qld.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Agnes Water's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 34, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Agnes Water has grown by approximately 896 people, while 168 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 5.3 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Agnes Water lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,551 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +30.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 88 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 27th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +6.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +4.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,729 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 822 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +6.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +6.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 40.26 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Agnes Water was estimated to be approximately 3,551 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,501 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Agnes Water has added approximately 822 people and shown a 30.12% increase from the 2,729 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Agnes Water is estimated at 88 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Agnes Water has shown a compound annual growth rate of 4.8% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Agnes Water is driven by: Interstate migration (86.0%), Overseas migration (10.0%), Natural increase (4.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 86.0% of overall population gains.
Agnes Water hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 48 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 90th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 16.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 14.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 49 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 8.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 12.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 18.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 17.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Agnes Water at 48 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 49 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 48 years as at August 2026, Agnes Water is 7 years older than the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) and 10 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Agnes Water compared to the Regional Qld region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 17.0% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Agnes Water compared to the Regional Qld region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 6.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Agnes Water show significant variance compared to Regional Qld. The most over-represented age groups are 65-74 year-olds (17.0% vs 10.9%) and 55-64 year-olds (18.3% vs 12.4%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.9% vs 2.3%) and 25-34 year-olds (6.1% vs 12.6%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 16.8% of the population in the suburb of Agnes Water as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 23.8% of the population in the suburb of Agnes Water as at August 2026.
The area's income levels rank in the lower 11% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $47,897 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 9th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $65,930 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,112 | 2021 Census, weekly | 8th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $579 | 2021 Census, weekly | 9th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 11.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,382 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 35.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Agnes Water is approximately $51,302. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $47,897.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Agnes Water is approximately $70,618. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $65,930.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Agnes Water is approximately $51,302 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $47,897 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Agnes Water is approximately $70,618 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,930 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Agnes Water's households (~28.9% / 285 households) is the $800 - 1,499 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Agnes Water is the $800 - 1,499 group, representing about 28.9% of households. In comparison, Regional Qld's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.7% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Agnes Water is $1,112/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Agnes Water is $1,382/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Agnes Water is $579/wk.
The suburb of Agnes Water's income level is lower than average on a national basis according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Agnes Water's median income among taxpayers is $47,897 and the average income stands at $65,930, which compares to figures for Regional Qld's of $56,722 and $71,544 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $51,302 (median) and $70,618 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Agnes Water is $4,012 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Agnes Water's disposable income is $4,012 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Agnes Water shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 54.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,507 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 2,825 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,577 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Agnes Water has approximately 1,507 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Agnes Water stands at 4.4%, which is 0.5 percentage points above Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Agnes Water is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are accommodation & food (17.7% of employment), construction (13.8%), and retail trade (9.3%). Other significant employers include education & training and mining.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Agnes Water has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Agnes Water is 54.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Agnes Water shows notable specialisation in accommodation & food, which employs 17.7% of the local workforce compared to 8.3% across Regional Qld. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 2.1, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Agnes Water's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 0.9% growth, ranking 20th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Agnes Water sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.9% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 18.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 37.1% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.6% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.6% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
18.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Agnes Water have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
33.1% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Agnes Water have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The suburb of Agnes Water ranks in the 49th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Agnes Water are: Certificate (37.1%), Bachelor Degree (12.9%), Advanced Diploma (11.2%).
29.8% of the population in the suburb of Agnes Water is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.6% in primary school, 9.6% in secondary school, 2.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Agnes Water is 1003, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 4 schools within the suburb of Agnes Water, with a combined enrollment of approximately 611 students.
The suburb of Agnes Water includes 2 primary schools, 2 combined schools.
Agnes Water features high concentrations of couples without children and group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 26.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 22.8% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 37.7% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 4.7% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 986 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,283 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 68.5% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.9 per family | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Agnes Water had 986 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 30.1% to an estimated 1,283 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Agnes Water is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 68.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (26.4%), group households (4.7%), and other household types (0.4%).
Of the 675 family households, couples with children account for 22.8% of all households, couples without children at home 37.7%, and single parent families 7.5%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Agnes Water shows distinct household patterns. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Agnes Water have an average of 1.9 children, slightly above the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 49.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.9% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 26.4% of all households in the suburb of Agnes Water, similar to the average for Regional Qld of 25.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 4.7% of households, slightly above the Regional Qld average of 4.0%.
Agnes Water ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 17.8% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 95.6% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 81.1% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 82.2% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.9% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
Agnes Water was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 81.1% of its population being citizens, 82.2% born in Australia, and 95.6% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Agnes Water, at 46.0% of people, although more residents (52.0%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Agnes Water are English, comprising 32.3% of the population, Australian, comprising 29.9% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Russian is notably overrepresented at 0.7% of Agnes Water (vs 0.2% across Regional Qld), German at 5.6% (vs 4.7%) and New Zealand at 1.1% (vs 0.9%).
17.8% of the suburb of Agnes Water population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
4.4% of the population in the suburb of Agnes Water speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
1.9% of the suburb of Agnes Water population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
81.1% of the suburb of Agnes Water population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Agnes Water is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 24.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 44.4% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 87.8% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,500 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 28th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 30.9% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $320 | 2021 Census, weekly | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 28.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 31.1% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 92nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.9 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Agnes Water, 44.4% of homes are owned outright, 30.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 24.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 87.8% of dwellings in the suburb of Agnes Water are houses.
In the suburb of Agnes Water, 6.8% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 3.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Agnes Water stands at 44.4%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Agnes Water is $1,500, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Agnes Water is $806, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Agnes Water, households with mortgages typically spend 31.1% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 28.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Agnes Water is 0.9, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Agnes Water shows mortgage holders spending 31.1% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 28.8% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Agnes Water consists of 87.8% detached houses, 3.9% semi-detached dwellings, 6.8% apartments, and 1.5% other dwelling types.
Housing in Agnes Water consumes approximately 16.7% of median household income ($4,815 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Agnes Water show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 12% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 88% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Agnes Water'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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 51.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 36th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 67.8% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.5% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 75.0% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
Around 51.4% of people in the suburb of Agnes Water are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the suburb of Agnes Water, 5.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
5.9% of people in the suburb of Agnes Water are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.4% of the suburb of Agnes Water population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.3% of people in the suburb of Agnes Water have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Agnes Water, 51.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Qld sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 1.5 km away and the nearest GP 1.6 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 16 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 16th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest child care | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 2.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 62.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 62.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 77.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 77.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Agnes Water among the top 12% of areas assessed nationwide.
Agnes Water has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 18% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Agnes Water is $645 a week, +14.7% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Agnes Water lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Agnes Water hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
The area's income levels rank in the lower 11% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data.
Agnes Water shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
Educational attainment in Agnes Water sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Agnes Water features high concentrations of couples without children and group households but relatively few single parent families, with a smaller average household size than Regional Qld.
Agnes Water ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Agnes Water is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Agnes Water'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.
Transport in Agnes Water: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Agnes Water has an estimated 3,551 residents, up 30.1% since the 2021 Census, with 14 projects tracked in the area around Agnes Water.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Agnes Water.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL30014). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Agnes Water from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Agnes Water with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 15.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
