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Black Mountain (Qld) has an estimated 1,647 residents, up from 1,560 at the 2021 Census — a change of 87 people, or 5.6%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 72.0% of that increase. Density is about 41 people per square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to evaluations of broader regional ABS demographic releases and post-Census address validations conducted by AreaSearch, the suburb of Black Mountain (Qld) records an estimated population of approximately 1,647 people as of Aug 2026. This represents a gain of 87 residents (5.6%) over the 1,560 individuals documented during the 2021 Census. Such growth is deduced from AreaSearch's resident estimate of 1,639 people following the ABS June 2025 ERP update, combined with 4 validated new addresses recorded since Census night. The resulting population density stands at 40 persons per square kilometer, ensuring spacious living conditions.
Inbound relocation from other states served as the primary growth engine, generating around 72.0% of total population expansion over recent timeframes, with natural increases and overseas arrivals also contributing positively. For local modeling, AreaSearch integrates ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 (benchmarked to 2022) across individual SA2 areas. In localities lacking this dataset or extending past 2032, Queensland State Government SA2 forecasts published in 2023 (utilising 2021 base data) are incorporated. Because these state figures omit age-bracket breakdowns, AreaSearch applies age-cohort distribution weightings derived from the ABS Greater Capital Region 2023 release (using 2022 baseline figures). Looking ahead, long-term demographic expansion in the suburb of Black Mountain (Qld) is projected to track slightly below the national regional median, adding 142 residents through to 2041 via aggregated SA2 estimates, which denotes an overall 16-year increase of 8.1%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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Property development across Black Mountain remains minimal, with building approvals averaging 1 per year, amounting to 7 residential permits over the past five years. This subdued pace aligns with rural property markets where modest dwelling demand and prevailing infrastructure capacity naturally constrain new construction. Given the minimal volume of approvals, individual residential projects have a disproportionate effect on annual growth rates and comparative metrics. Residential building activity in Black Mountain sits markedly below the Rest of Qld and trails national benchmarks. Recent residential development consists exclusively of stand-alone houses designed for families seeking generous lot sizes and a rural lifestyle.
Reflecting the low-density nature of the area, local planning records show approximately 297 people per approval. Long-term demographic projections indicate that Black Mountain will expand by 134 residents up to 2041, based on recent AreaSearch quarterly reporting. If the current tempo of new dwelling approvals continues, housing creation may fail to match population expansion, which could heighten buyer demand and place upward pressure on property prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Black Mountain (Qld)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 52 current infrastructure and development projects close to Black Mountain (Qld), worth an estimated $3.88 billion. 11 are already under construction and 19 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and environmental & disaster management. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Strategic civic investments, planned works, and local infrastructure projects play a major role in regional performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed 3 key initiatives positioned to influence the area, including the Cooroy Sports Complex Master Plan 2020-2030 and Expansion, the Cooroy Belli Creek Road Bridge Replacement, the Noosa Trail Network Upgrade (Wahpunga and Woondum Trails), and the Noosa Biosphere Trails Upgrade Program.
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Cooroy Sports Complex Master Plan 2020-2030 and Expansion
A 10-year master plan (2020-2030) guiding future development of the Cooroy Sports Complex, home to rugby league, gymnastics, soccer, cricket, pony club, and car club facilities. In September 2024, funding was secured through the SEQ Liveability Fund to deliver a 600 square meter extension providing an indoor all-weather multi-purpose training area and expanded gymnastics facility. The expansion will accommodate soccer, cricket, and rugby league, enabling the Cooroy Gymnastics Club to grow and supporting increased community participation in sport.
Cooroy Woolworths Neighbourhood Shopping Centre
A $100 million mixed-use precinct on a 6.6-hectare site featuring a 5,434sqm full-line Woolworths supermarket, 12 specialty retail tenancies, and a 120-bed residential aged care facility (expandable to 160 beds). The design uses timber and tin materials to match the hinterland heritage of Cooroy. As of May 2026, the project remains in the Council decision phase following the conclusion of the public notification period in August 2025, which saw significant community debate regarding its location 1.2km outside the main business district.
Cooroy Belli Creek Road Bridge Replacement
Replacement of 1929 timber bridge serving 1,700 vehicles daily. Critical rural road network link providing access to significant rural residential community west of Cooroy township.
62 Lake Macdonald Drive Social Housing Development
Development of 25 architect-designed social housing units on a remediated former landfill site at 62 Lake Macdonald Drive, Cooroy. In partnership with Coast2Bay Housing Group, this project aims to address the housing crisis in the Noosa Shire. The site will include a 10-metre vegetated buffer and additional open space. Remediation works are scheduled for August-September 2025, followed by subdivision.
Noosa Trail Network Upgrade (Wahpunga and Woondum Trails)
As part of the Noosa Trail Network Master Plan, this project involves the upgrade and drainage improvements along more than 15 kilometres of the Wahpunga and Woondum Trails. The work includes trail realignment to enhance the experience for walkers, horse riders, and mountain bikers in the Noosa hinterland.
The Doonan
A garden-themed hospitality venue renovated from an existing structure, located on 2 hectares in the Noosa hinterland. It offers a paddock-to-plate experience with indoor and outdoor dining, bars, beer gardens, a pizzeria, ice creamery, cellar door, multiple function spaces, and a large outdoor kids playground. It draws inspiration from a plant nursery with extensive designer landscaping and olive trees. It focuses on using fresh, local produce.
Sidoni Street Mixed-Use Development
Mixed-use development featuring 14 small dwelling units, five ground-floor units with associated offices, and a food and drink outlet. Built on 2002sqm site with dual street frontage (Sidoni Street and Blakesley Street). Designed by Tim Ditchfield and Associates, approved via delegated authority by Noosa Council.
Tewantin State Facilitated Development - 42 Unit Complex
Controversial 42-unit multiple dwelling development at Sidoni Street/Poinciana Avenue intersection. Originally proposed 3-4 storey height with affordable housing components. Project was revoked by Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie in April 2025 following significant community opposition and concerns about height, density and compliance with Noosa Plan 2020.
794 residents of Black Mountain (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 823. Unemployment sits at 3.5%, with participation at 59.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,469, about 89% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Black Mountain maintains a capable labor market with solid representation across essential services and a low jobless rate of 3.5%, according to statistical aggregations by AreaSearch. As of March 2026, employed residents count 794 people, keeping unemployment 0.4% lower than the 3.9% recorded for Regional Qld, whereas labor participation is subdued at 59.0% compared to 64.2% across the wider region. Census figures show that 19.7% of working locals operated from home, though this proportion reflects the influence of Covid-19 restrictions. Local workers are predominantly engaged across construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.
Construction stands out as a distinct area of specialization, maintaining a concentration 1.6 times that of the regional labor force. Conversely, accommodation & food services accounts for only 6.0% of local jobs, trailing the 8.3% regional benchmark. Comparing resident counts with Census workplace numbers suggests a restricted local job market, necessitating commuting outside the area for work. Aggregated ABS and SALM figures compiled by AreaSearch indicate that over the 12-month period, the local labor pool contracted by 2.7% alongside a 3.3% decline in total employment, lifting the jobless rate by 0.6 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional Qld experienced an employment increase of 0.1%, a 0.3% rise in labor force size, and a 0.1 percentage point uptick in unemployment. Broader workforce guidance from Jobs and Skills Australia (Mar-26 release) provides a view into future occupational demand for Black Mountain across five and ten-year horizons. Nationally, employment is projected to expand by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying trajectories across industries. Calibrating these national industry trends to Black Mountain's employment structure suggests local employment could grow by 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years (a basic weighted projection for modeling that excludes local population shifts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Black Mountain (Qld) is $1,648 a week (about $86,000 a year), with median personal income at $680 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $44,245 a year against an average of $60,154. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Taxpayer earnings in Black Mountain fall below countrywide averages based on ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Middle-tier taxable earnings sit at $44,245 while the mean taxable income reaches $60,154, in contrast to $53,146 and $66,593 recorded across Regional Qld. Factoring in an 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 places modeled March 2026 earnings at roughly $49,271 (median) and $66,987 (average). From the 2021 Census, household income placed at the 44th percentile ($1,648 weekly) while individual income reached the 24th percentile. Earnings distribution is anchored by the $1,500 - 2,999 tier, which encompasses 33.7% of residents (555 people), matching the broader regional share of 31.7%.
Household budgets retain 86.5% of income after paying for shelter, and the locality sits within the 6th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Black Mountain (Qld) had 547 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 100% detached houses and 0% apartments. 45% are owned with a mortgage, 7% rented and 48% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $440 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,820 a month. Rent absorbs 26.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential stock in Black Mountain at the time of the latest Census was composed entirely of separate houses at 100.0%, with no recorded attached dwellings or apartments, differing from Regional Qld where houses make up 76.4% and other dwelling types comprise 23.6%. Outright home ownership is notably elevated at 47.5% compared to the regional standard, with 45.3% of homes carrying a mortgage and 7.3% occupied by renters. Typical monthly mortgage payments stood at $1,820, exceeding the Regional Qld median of $1,655, while typical weekly rent was $440 compared to $345 regionally.
Against nationwide figures, local mortgage servicing costs are under the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs sit well above the national level of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Black Mountain (Qld) counted 547 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 578 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 42% couples without children. 17% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the bulk of local living arrangements at 79.9%, encompassing couples without children (41.7%), couples with dependent children (32.1%), and single parent homes (5.7%). Non-family setups make up the remaining 20.1%, comprising lone occupant households at 17.2% and shared group accommodation at 2.8%. The typical household comprises 2.6 people, slightly higher than the 2.5 person benchmark for Regional Qld.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.8% of adults in Black Mountain (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 16.2% with a bachelor degree and 3.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 94% of areas nationally. A further 30.0% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Tertiary attainment in Black Mountain sits below national averages, with 22.8% of the population aged 15+ possessing a university degree relative to 30.4% across Australia, indicating room for further educational development. Bachelor qualifications represent 16.2% of residents, followed by postgraduate awards at 3.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Vocational education forms a substantial pillar of local skills, with 44.9% of persons aged 15+ holding technical credentials, broken down into certificates (30.0%) and advanced diplomas (14.9%). Community engagement in study is strong, with 26.0% of local inhabitants actively attending an educational institution.
This cohort comprises 9.5% enrolled in secondary schooling, 8.2% in primary education, and 4.1% undertaking higher tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Black Mountain (Qld) means driving: households keep an average of 2.0 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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70.4% of residents in Black Mountain (Qld) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 86% of areas nationally. 3.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Community wellness metrics highlight strong physical health across Black Mountain, with AreaSearch evaluations of chronic illnesses and mortality identifying very low rates of common medical conditions across all age cohorts, while private hospital and extras cover is held by roughly 51% of the population (~840 people). Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent diagnosed ailments, reported by 8.3 and 7.0% of community members, while 70.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, outperforming the Regional Qld figure of 67.6%. Favourable health indicators are evident among those under 65.
The community features a sizable senior cohort, with 25.0% aged 65 and over (411 people) versus 20.3% in Regional Qld, and local retirees exhibit robust health metrics in line with national standards.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Black Mountain (Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 78.0% of residents, with 2.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.4%) and Australian (27.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity within Black Mountain is relatively modest, with 85.4% holding Australian citizenship, 78.0% born domestically, and 97.8% communicating exclusively in English at home. Christianity represents the predominant religious affiliation, encompassing 42.6% of residents. Conversely, virtually no local residents identified with Judaism, in contrast to 0.1% across Regional Qld. In terms of ancestral heritage, residents most commonly report English roots (32.4%), followed by Australian (27.6%) and Scottish ancestry (10.8%). Notable variations appear among other cultural backgrounds, with Dutch heritage accounting for 1.8% of the local community (compared to 1.1% regionally), Polish representing 0.9% (vs 0.4%), and Welsh making up 0.7% (vs 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Black Mountain (Qld) is 49, older than 91% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 16.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The demographic profile of Black Mountain leans towards mature families and pre-retirees, with individuals aged 45 - 64 making up 33.4% of the population as at August 2026, compared to 24.6% across Regional Qld, whereas young to mid-career adults (25 - 44) comprise only 15.7% (versus 25.5% regionally). The median age is an estimated 49 as at August 2026, dropping slightly from 50 at the 2021 Census, but remaining higher than the 41 recorded regionally and the national median of 38 at that Census. Since the Census, the 45 - 64 age group has reduced from 36.4% to an estimated 33.4%.
Demographic growth to 2041 will be spearheaded by the 65+ cohort, which is forecast to increase by 61 people (15%) to reach 473, while youth and younger adult populations are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Black Mountain (Qld)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 5 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 4 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (1,560 at the 2021 Census → 1,647 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL30267). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.