Avoca (Qld)

Avoca has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, as of Nov 2025, Avoca's estimated population is around 5,198. This reflects an increase of 286 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 4,912 in the Avoca (Qld) statistical area (Lv2). The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 5,173 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 148 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 849 persons per square kilometer. Avoca's growth rate of 5.8% since census positions it competitively within 2.9 percentage points of the SA3 area (8.7%). Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration, contributing approximately 82.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area as released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. These state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings aligned with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data are applied where utilised. Anticipating future population dynamics, lower quartile growth of national regional areas is expected. The Avoca (Qld) (SA2) area is projected to increase by 78 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 0.7% in total over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Avoca when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Avoca recorded approximately 19 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 96 homes. As of FY-26, 48 approvals have been recorded. On average, around 2.6 people moved to the area per new home constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, reflecting strong demand that supports property values. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $552,000, indicating developers target the premium market segment with higher-end properties.

This financial year has seen $6.0 million in commercial approvals, suggesting limited focus on commercial development compared to residential. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Avoca records approximately 59% of building activity per person and ranks among the 74th percentile nationally for development activity, though recent periods have shown increased activity. Recent construction comprises 95.0% detached houses and 5.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's low density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers.

Notably, developers are constructing more detached housing than the existing pattern implies (77.0% at Census), reflecting persistent strong demand for family homes amidst densification trends. Avoca reflects a low density area, with around 168 people per approval. Future projections estimate Avoca will add approximately 38 residents by 2041 based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

Avoca has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified seven projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include New Social Housing in Avoca, Bundaberg Regional Aviation and Aerospace Precinct, Bundaberg GHAG Solar PV Park, and Branvale Estate. The following list details those most relevant:.

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Avoca has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Avoca has a balanced workforce with representation from both white and blue collar jobs. The unemployment rate is 4.2%, and there was an estimated 9.1% employment growth in the past year.

As of September 2025, 2,419 residents are employed, which is 0.1% higher than Rest of Qld's unemployment rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Avoca lags behind Rest of Qld at 49.0% compared to 59.1%. The leading employment industries among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. Health care & social assistance has a particularly strong presence with an employment share 1.4 times the regional level, while construction has limited presence at 7.8% compared to the regional level of 10.1%.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment increased by 9.1% while labour force increased by 9.9%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.7 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of Qld recorded employment growth of 1.7%, labour force growth of 2.1%, with unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. As of 25-Nov-25, state-level data shows QLD employment contracted by 0.01% (losing 1,210 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%, broadly in line with the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia suggest that employment should increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.9% over ten years in Avoca, based on a simple weighting extrapolation of industry-specific projections.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

The suburb of Avoca has a median taxpayer income of $45,688 and an average income of $56,455 according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is lower than national averages, with Rest of Qld having a median income of $53,146 and an average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $50,216 (median) and $62,050 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Avoca fall between the 11th and 14th percentiles nationally. Income brackets show that 30.2% of Avoca's population falls within the $400 - $799 income range, differing from surrounding regions where the $1,500 - $2,999 category is predominant at 31.7%. After housing costs, 85.7% of income remains, ranking at only the 13th percentile nationally.

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

In Avoca, as per the latest Census evaluation, 77.4% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 22.6% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types of dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 84.6% houses and 15.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Avoca stood at 44.7%, with mortgaged properties at 30.6% and rented dwellings at 24.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, aligning with Non-Metro Qld's average. The median weekly rent was $305, compared to Non-Metro Qld's figures of $1,300 and $285 respectively. Nationally, Avoca's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Avoca features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 67.1% of all households, including 21.5% couples with children, 33.3% couples without children, and 11.2% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 32.9%, with lone person households at 30.2% and group households making up 2.8%. The median household size is 2.3 people, smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.4.

Avoca faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 12.4%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.7%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.5%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.2%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 37.3% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas (8.3%) and certificates (29.0%). A total of 24.0% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 9.3% in primary, 7.4% in secondary, and 2.9% in tertiary education.

A substantial 24.0% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 9.3% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 2.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis shows nine active public transport stops in Avoca, operated by a mix of bus services. These stops are served by six different routes, offering 257 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents usually located 450 meters from the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 36 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 28 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Avoca is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Avoca faces significant health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older residents. Approximately half of Avoca's total population (~2576 people) has private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.7%.

The most prevalent medical conditions in the area are arthritis (13.7%) and mental health issues (9.5%). Conversely, 55.4% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 59.1% in the rest of Queensland. Avoca has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over (31.2%, or 1621 people), compared to the rest of Queensland at 26.3%. The health outcomes among seniors generally align with those of the overall population.

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

Avoca's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 89.1% of its population born in Australia, 92.6% being citizens, and 96.2% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Avoca, comprising 56.9% of people, compared to 54.0% across Rest of Qld. The top three ancestry groups were English (32.1%), Australian (30.9%), and Scottish (8.3%).

Notably, German ethnicity was overrepresented at 6.5%, compared to 6.4% regionally, while Australian Aboriginal was also higher at 4.0% versus 3.4%. Korean ethnicity showed a slightly lower representation at 0.1% compared to the regional average of 0.2%.

Avoca hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Avoca's median age in 2021 was 48, which is higher than Queensland's rest (41) and Australia's national norm (38). The percentage of residents aged 75-84 stood at 12.8%, exceeding both the Queensland rest (not specified) and national figure (6.0%). Meanwhile, the 35-44 age group constituted only 9.6% of Avoca's population in 2021. Post-census data indicated a growth in the 25 to 34 age group from 9.5% to 10.9%, while the 65 to 74 cohort decreased slightly from 13.0% to 12.4%. By 2041, projections suggest notable shifts: the 75-84 age group is expected to grow by 19 people, reaching 794 from 665 initially. This growth is part of a broader aging population trend, with those aged 65 and above comprising 71% of projected growth. Conversely, populations in the 35-44 and 45-54 age groups are projected to decline.