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Bakers Creek (Qld) has an estimated 2,009 residents, up 26.4% since the 2021 Census, with 47 projects tracked in the area around Bakers Creek (Qld).
Updated 28 Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 797 kilometres north-northwest from the Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Bakers Creek (Qld) within the Ooralea - Bakers Creek area combines picturesque natural scenery, coastal waterways, and a strong community atmosphere with rapid demographic and economic expansion. As of Aug 2026, the Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of the suburb of Bakers Creek (Qld) is estimated at around 2,009 people, reflecting a substantial increase of 419 people (26.4%) from the 1,590 residents recorded at the 2021 Census based on annual SA2 ERP counts and quarterly updates from the national address file.
The local economy benefits from a prominent mining employment base and a low unemployment rate, while the demographic profile is characterised by a high proportion of children and a strong vocational workforce.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 916 in 2006 and 2,005 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,009 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 18.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 40.7%.
Bakers Creek (Qld) ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for employment drivers and the 94th 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 Bakers Creek (Qld) is $723 a week, for the 12 months to Jun 2026 and 8% above Rest of Qld.
8% above Rest of Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $382 in 2017, $818 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $264 in 2017, $584 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
The change over 12 months, by dwelling type, is charted in Full.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $818 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $584 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Mackay | $610 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Rest of Qld | $670 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $672 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 12 tracked applications: 3 approved, 0 under assessment, 9 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 47 projects in and around Bakers Creek (Qld), 17 of them under construction.
Ooralea Waters is a fully integrated masterplanned residential community near Mackay, set on the shoreline of Bakers Creek, comprising…
The Gardens at Ooralea is Mackay's newest premier residential estate in the heart of Ooralea, featuring large premium blocks from 590mý to…
Consolidated education hub in Mackay bringing together state education services with TAFE and university pathways.
A program of works totalling almost $60 million at Mackay Airport in Queensland.
Milton Precinct is a staged business, retail and mixed-use service hub being developed on Mackay Airport land holdings between the Mackay…
Queensland Government led technology and industrial precinct within the Mackay State Development Area supporting biomanufacturing…
Completed multi-sport precinct on CQUniversity's Ooralea campus featuring a FINA-approved 50m pool, covered 25m pool, learn-to-swim pool…
The Mackay Base Hospital Expansion delivers a major clinical enhancement under a 15-year strategic master plan for the Mackay Hospital and…
Situated in the heart of Mackay's burgeoning bioenergy hub, the South Mackay Industrial Estate offers flat, serviced industrial land with…
Stage 1 of the project will include a new covered grandstand, elite player, match official and broadcast facilities and an expanded…
907 hectares designated for renewable energy and biofutures industries.
A long-term urban transformation project revitalising Mackay's CBD and waterfront across five precincts.
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Estimated completion year of the 27 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 5, 2027 7, 2028 3, 2029 1, 2030 6, 2031 1, 2032 1, 2033 1. 9 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 12 substantial development applications lodged in and around Bakers Creek (Qld) over the period covered (about 4.1 years), 4 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2022 (part year) 2, 2023 1, 2024 3, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 4.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 12 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.1 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 8.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 80th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 12 | ABS building approvals | 26th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 4.1 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Bakers Creek include: Ooralea Waters (Construction); Ooralea Local Plan (Completed); Mackay Technology Park (Planning); Walkerston Bypass (Completed); and Great Barrier Reef Arena Redevelopment (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Bakers Creek spans multiple sectors including Energy, Transport & Logistics, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
With an infrastructure score in the top 30%, the suburb of Bakers Creek demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Bakers Creek among the top 19% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Bakers Creek area has seen 33 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Bakers Creek's current population of 2,009 has been supported by 12 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Bakers Creek has seen 0.81 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.62 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 95 people in the suburb of Bakers Creek, compared to one for every 152 in the broader region.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Bakers Creek's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 12, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Bakers Creek has grown by approximately 1,089 people, while 64 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 17.0 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.
Bakers Creek lies within the top 6% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,009 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +26.4% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 96 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 28th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +5.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +5.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,590 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 419 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +5.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +4.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 20.95 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Bakers Creek was estimated to be approximately 2,009 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,005 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of bakers creek has added approximately 419 people and shown a 26.35% increase from the 1,590 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Bakers Creek is estimated at 95 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Bakers Creek has shown a compound annual growth rate of 5.6% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Bakers Creek is driven by: Interstate migration (59.0%), Overseas migration (21.0%), Natural increase (19.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 59.0% of overall population gains.
Bakers Creek's population is younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 24th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 30.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 56.9% | 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 | 35 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 18.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 15.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Bakers Creek at 34 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 35 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Bakers Creek is 7 years younger than the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) and 4 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Bakers Creek compared to the Regional Qld region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 18.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Bakers Creek compared to the Regional Qld region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 3.1% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Bakers Creek show significant variance compared to the Regional Qld region. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (18.5% vs 12.6%). The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.0% vs 2.3%) and 75-84 year-olds (3.1% vs 7.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.2% of the population in the suburb of Bakers Creek as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 10.5% of the population in the suburb of Bakers Creek as at August 2026.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $63,550 a year | ATO FY-23, annual | 77th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $79,461 a year | ATO FY-23, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,161 | 2021 Census, weekly | 75th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $916 | 2021 Census, weekly | 69th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 27.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,410 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bakers Creek is approximately $70,769. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $63,550.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bakers Creek is approximately $88,488. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $79,461.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bakers Creek is approximately $70,769 compared to $59,183 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $63,550 and $53,146 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bakers Creek is approximately $88,488 compared to $74,158 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $79,461 and $66,593 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~40.7% / 817 persons) of the suburb of Bakers Creek's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest income cohort in the suburb of Bakers Creek is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 40.7% of the population. In comparison, Regional Qld's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.7% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Bakers Creek is $2,161/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Bakers Creek is $2,410/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Bakers Creek is $916/wk.
As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-23, the suburb of Bakers Creek's median income among taxpayers is $63,550, with an average of $79,461. This is among the highest in Australia, and compares to Regional Qld's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $70,769 (median) and $88,488 (average) as of March 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Bakers Creek is $7,979 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of bakers creek's disposable income is $7,979 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
The exceptional employment performance in Bakers Creek places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 76.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,194 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,487 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,218 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Bakers Creek has approximately 1,194 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.0%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Bakers Creek stands at 2.0%, which is 1.9 percentage points below Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Bakers Creek is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are mining (13.2% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.2%), and construction (10.0%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Bakers Creek has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Bakers Creek is 76.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of bakers creek shows notable specialisation in mining, which employs 13.2% of the local workforce compared to 3.6% regionally. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 3.7, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of bakers creek's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 2.9% decline, ranking 25th out of 37 regions nationally.
Bakers Creek faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.1% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.7% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 14.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 37.8% | 2021 Census | 97th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 0.7% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 39.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 34.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 15.1% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
14.5% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bakers Creek have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in the broader region.
39.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bakers Creek have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% regionally.
The suburb of bakers creek ranks in the 17th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Bakers Creek are: Certificate (37.8%), Bachelor Degree (12.1%), Advanced Diploma (7.9%).
34.9% of the population in the suburb of Bakers Creek is currently engaged in formal education, with 15.1% in primary school, 9.2% in secondary school, 4.3% at university.
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Bakers Creek is 933, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Bakers Creek, with a combined enrollment of approximately 120 students.
The suburb of bakers creek includes 1 primary school.
Bakers Creek has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.8 people | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 21.9% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 38.6% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 25.8% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 506 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 639 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 75.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Bakers Creek had 506 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 26.3% to an estimated 639 households today.
The median household size in the suburb of Bakers Creek is 2.8 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 75.7% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (21.9%), group households (1.6%), and other household types (0.8%).
Among the 383 family households, 38.6% are couples with children, 25.8% are couples without children at home, and 10.7% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Bakers Creek shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 75.7% (versus 70.4% regionally). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Bakers Creek have an average of 1.7 children, matching the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 43.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 39.1% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 21.9% of all households in the suburb of Bakers Creek, similar to the regional average of 25.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.6% of households, well below the Regional Qld average of 4.0%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Bakers Creek was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 20.7% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 16.6% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 83.4% | 2021 Census | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 80.9% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 79.3% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
Bakers Creek was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 20.7% of its population born overseas and 16.6% speaking a language other than English at home.
The main religion in Bakers Creek was found to be Christianity, which makes up 58.3% of people in Bakers Creek. This compares to 52.2% across Regional Qld.
20.7% of the suburb of Bakers Creek population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% regionally.
16.6% of the population in the suburb of Bakers Creek speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in the wider region.
4.4% of the suburb of Bakers Creek population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in the region.
80.9% of the suburb of Bakers Creek population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in the wider region.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Bakers Creek is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 24.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 22.6% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 91.5% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,820 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 51st percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 52.7% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 15th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $398 | 2021 Census, weekly | 60th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 18.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 19.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 11th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Bakers Creek, 22.6% of homes are owned outright, 52.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 24.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 91.5% of dwellings in the suburb of Bakers Creek are houses.
In the suburb of Bakers Creek, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.6% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Bakers Creek stands at 22.6%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Bakers Creek is $1,820, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Bakers Creek is $1,385, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Bakers Creek, households with mortgages typically spend 19.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 18.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Bakers Creek is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Bakers Creek shows mortgage holders spending 19.4% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% regionally), while renters spend 18.4% of income on rent (vs 22.9% regionally).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Bakers Creek consists of 91.5% detached houses, 1.6% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 6.9% other dwelling types.
Housing in Bakers Creek consumes approximately 14.8% of median household income ($9,357 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Bakers Creek show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 8% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 92% 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.
Health outcomes in Bakers Creek are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 58.7% | ATO FY 2023, private health cover | 75th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 74.3% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 78.2% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
Around 58.7% of people in the suburb of Bakers Creek are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.5% in the broader region of Regional Qld.
In the suburb of Bakers Creek, 3.3% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
8.2% of people in the suburb of Bakers Creek are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.4% of the suburb of Bakers Creek population, while in the surrounding region, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.3% of people in the suburb of Bakers Creek have heart disease. Across the region of Regional Qld, 4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Bakers Creek, 58.7% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Qld sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.5%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 30 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 30th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 3 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 25 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 4th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 670 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 1 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.8 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 2.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 3 public transport stops within the suburb of Bakers Creek.
The suburb of Bakers Creek has 25 weekly trips across 1 routes, averaging 3 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 1093 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 1.1 km away and the nearest supermarket 4.0 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 3 stops nearby (3 bus), 25 weekly trips, access rating 30 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 45 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 45th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 4.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 4.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 6.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 7.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 8.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 8.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 9.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Bakers Creek among the top 19% of areas assessed nationwide.
Bakers Creek has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 13% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Bakers Creek (Qld) is $723 a week for the 12 months to Jun 2026.
Bakers Creek lies within the top 6% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Bakers Creek's population is younger than the national pattern.
Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 78% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The exceptional employment performance in Bakers Creek places it among Australia's strongest labour markets.
Bakers Creek faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Bakers Creek has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size.
The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Bakers Creek was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Bakers Creek is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region.
Health outcomes in Bakers Creek are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Bakers Creek (Qld) has an estimated 2,009 residents, up 26.4% since the 2021 Census, with 47 projects tracked in the area around Bakers Creek (Qld).
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-23 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 28 Aug 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 Bakers Creek (Qld).
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2023 and projects to Jun 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 28 Aug 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 (SAL30119). 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 (Jun 2026) and income (FY 2023). 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 Bakers Creek (Qld) 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 Bakers Creek (Qld) with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
