Bilinga

Population growth drivers in Bilinga are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Based on analysis of Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) population updates for the broader area, the estimated population of Bilinga as of November 2025 is around 2,302. This reflects an increase of 419 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,883 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,274 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest Estimated Residential Population (ERP) data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 177 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 846 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Bilinga's growth rate of 22.3% since the 2021 census exceeded the non-metro area (8.8%) and the national average, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the suburb was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 78.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data for each age cohort. Anticipating future population dynamics, an above median population growth of regional areas across the nation is projected, with the suburb expected to grow by 301 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 0.9% in total over the 17 years.

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

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Bilinga has seen around 49 new homes approved per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 249 homes were approved, with an additional 15 approved so far in FY-26. This suggests that new supply is keeping pace with or exceeding demand, offering ample buyer choice and creating capacity for population growth beyond current forecasts.

The average number of people moving to the area per dwelling built over these years was 0.5. New properties are constructed at an average value of $1,457,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. In FY-26, there have been $4.0 million in commercial approvals, suggesting limited commercial development focus compared to residential. When measured against Rest of Qld, Bilinga has 164.0% more development activity per person, which should provide buyers with ample choice. However, construction activity has eased recently. This high level of development activity is significantly above the national average, indicating robust developer interest in the area.

New development consists of 17.0% detached dwellings and 83.0% townhouses or apartments, suggesting a skew toward compact living that offers affordable entry pathways and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time purchasers. With around 87 people per dwelling approval, Bilinga shows characteristics of a growth area. Population forecasts indicate Bilinga will gain 21 residents through to 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.

Bilinga has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 17 projects that may affect this region. Notable ones include Southern Cross University Gold Coast Campus Renewal, Airport Boulevard Commercial Centre, Gold Coast Airport Runway Extension, and Coolangatta Sports Complex Upgrade. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Bilinga maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Bilinga has a skilled workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 3.4%, having grown by 2.0% over the year ending June 2025.

As of this date, 1,140 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate 0.5% below Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is similar to Rest of Qld's at 59.1%. Major employment sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, and accommodation & food, with a particular specialization in the latter at 1.4 times the regional level. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing has lower representation at 0.9% compared to the regional average of 4.5%.

The area hosts more jobs than residents, with 2.3 workers per resident as recorded in the Census. Over the year ending June 2025, employment increased by 2.0%, while labour force grew by 1.7%, decreasing the unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Qld experienced employment growth of 1.8% and a rise in its unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project overall employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bilinga's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only and do not account for localized population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Bilinga's median income among taxpayers was $47,731 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $64,845 during the same period. These figures are comparable to those of Rest of Qld, which were $50,780 and $64,844 respectively. Based on a Wage Price Index growth rate of 13.99% between financial year 2022 and September 2025, estimated median income would be approximately $54,409 and average income would be around $73,917 by that date. According to the 2021 Census, personal income ranked at the 50th percentile ($804 weekly), while household income was at the 31st percentile. The largest income segment comprised 31.2% of residents earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (718 residents). This aligns with the broader area where this cohort also represented 31.7%. Housing affordability pressures were severe, with only 78.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 24th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 5th decile.

Bilinga features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Bilinga, as per the latest Census evaluation, 23.3% of dwellings were houses while 76.7% comprised semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Non-Metro Qld's figures of 49.8% houses and 50.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bilinga stood at 30.7%, with mortgaged properties at 20.9% and rented ones at 48.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, aligning with Non-Metro Qld's average, while the median weekly rent was $428 compared to Non-Metro Qld's $2,000 and $450 respectively. Nationally, Bilinga's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially higher than the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 56.7% of all households, including 14.0% couples with children, 32.7% couples without children, and 8.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 43.3%, with lone person households at 35.1% and group households comprising 8.7%. The median household size is 2.0 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.4.

Bilinga shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates at 26.3% among residents aged 15+, surpassing the Rest of Qld average of 20.6%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 20.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 40.5% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas account for 14.9% while certificates make up 25.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 25.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 7.9% in tertiary education, 6.0% in primary education, and 5.1% pursuing secondary education. Schools appear to be located outside the immediate catchment boundaries, requiring families to access educational facilities in neighboring areas.

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

Transport analysis in Bilinga shows 19 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by four unique routes that together facilitate 2,353 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing just 103 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 336 daily trips across all routes, which equates to approximately 123 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Bilinga are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Bilinga has below-average health outcomes compared to other areas.

Common health conditions are slightly more prevalent here across both younger and older age groups. The rate of private health cover is approximately 53%, with around 1,217 people having it. The most common medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.9% and 7.6% of residents respectively. About 68.7% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 70.3% in the rest of Queensland. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 22.7%, with around 522 people falling into this age group. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are strong and perform better than the general population in health metrics.

Bilinga ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Bilinga, as per the findings, exhibited below-average cultural diversity. Its population composition was 82.5% citizens, 79.7% born in Australia, and 92.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity dominated religiously with 50.8%.

Judaism showed significant overrepresentation at 0.6%, compared to the regional average of 0.1%. In terms of ancestry, the top groups were English (32.4%), Australian (22.4%), and Irish (10.0%). Notably, Scottish (9.1%) was slightly overrepresented compared to the regional figure of 8.9%, Maori at 1.0% versus 0.8%, and Polish at 0.9% against 0.6%.

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

Bilinga's median age is 47 years, which is notably higher than Rest of Qld's median age of 41 years and considerably older than the national norm of 38 years. Compared to the Rest of Qld average, Bilinga has a notable over-representation of the 25-34 cohort at 20.8%, while the 5-14 year-olds are under-represented at 4.7%. This concentration of the 25-34 age group is well above the national average of 14.5%. Between 2021 and present, younger residents have shifted the median age down by 1.2 years to 47 years. During this period, the 25-34 age group has grown from 18.7% to 20.8%, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 10.8% to 12.3%. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort declined from 17.4% to 15.2%, and the 5-14 group dropped from 6.4% to 4.7%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes for Bilinga. The 25-34 cohort shows the strongest projected growth at 13%, adding 63 residents to reach 542. In contrast, population declines are projected for the 45-54 and 5-14 cohorts.