Bohle Plains

Bohle Plains lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

As of Feb 2026, the population of the suburb of Bohle Plains is estimated at around 5,245. This reflects an increase of 1,256 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,989. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of the resident population at 4,886 following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 422 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 165 persons per square kilometer. Bohle Plains's growth rate of 31.5% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA4 region (7.1%) and the SA3 area, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 62.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year, and Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data for years post-2032. Moving forward, a significant population increase is forecast in the top quartile of non-metropolitan areas nationally, with the suburb expected to increase by 1,357 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 16.2% over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Bohle Plains was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Bohle Plains recorded approximately 94 residential properties granted approval per year, with around 470 homes approved between financial years FY-21 to FY-25 inclusive. As of FY-26, 76 residential properties have been approved so far. On average, each dwelling built over the past five financial years attracted two new residents.

The average construction cost value for new homes was $391,000. This year, Bohle Plains has seen $4.9 million in commercial approvals, indicating limited focus on commercial development. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Bohle Plains exhibited 439.0% higher construction activity per person as of the latest data. New constructions have been exclusively detached houses, maintaining the area's low-density character and appealing to families seeking space. With around 41 people per dwelling approval, Bohle Plains is considered a growth area.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Bohle Plains is projected to grow by 848 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

Bohle Plains has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Twelve infrastructure projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the region. Notable ones include Living Gems Harris Crossing, The Reserve Estate, Harris Crossing Estate, and Kalynda Chase Estate. Details about these projects are provided in a subsequent list for further consideration.

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Employment conditions in Bohle Plains rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Bohle Plains has a skilled workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 1.3% as of September 2025. This rate is 2.7% lower than the Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%.

Workforce participation in Bohle Plains is high at 72.4%, compared to the Rest of Qld's 65.7%. According to Census responses, only 4.4% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Public administration & safety has particularly notable concentration with employment levels at 4.3 times the regional average.

Agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence with 0.1% employment compared to 4.5% regionally. The area may offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 0.0%, labour force increased by 0.5%, and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points in Bohle Plains. This contrasts with the Rest of Qld where employment grew by 1.7%, labour force expanded by 2.1%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Bohle Plains's employment mix indicates local employment growth of 6.4% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released on June 30, 2023, Bohle Plains had a median income among taxpayers of $61,442. The average income stood at $69,506. This was slightly above the national average and compared to levels of $53,146 and $66,593 across Rest of Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Bohle Plains would be approximately $67,531 (median) and $76,394 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household incomes rank at the 84th percentile nationally, family incomes at the 85th percentile, and personal incomes at the 87th percentile. Distribution data shows that 50.6% of residents (2,653 people) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income bracket. Housing accounts for 13.8% of income. Residents rank in the 86th percentile for disposable income, and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Bohle Plains is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

As per the latest Census evaluation, 94.7% of dwellings in Bohle Plains were houses, with the remaining 5.3% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This is compared to Non-Metro Qld's figures of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bohle Plains stood at 14.2%, with mortgaged properties at 42.1% and rented ones at 43.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,733, exceeding Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure for Bohle Plains was $350, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, Bohle Plains' mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Bohle Plains features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 84.7% of all households, including 41.4% couples with children, 32.0% couples without children, and 9.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 15.3%, with lone person households at 12.3% and group households comprising 3.3%. The median household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Bohle Plains demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Educational qualifications in Bohle Plains lag behind regional benchmarks, with 22.6% of residents aged 15 years and over holding university degrees compared to the national average of 30.4%. This gap suggests potential for educational development and skill enhancement. Bachelor degrees are most common at 17.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 40.4% of residents aged 15 years and over holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (29.6%).

Educational participation is high, with 33.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.1% in primary education, 7.4% in secondary education, and 6.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transportation in Bohle Plains reveals six active transport stops currently operating within the area. These stops are served by a mix of bus routes, with one individual route providing service to all stops collectively offering 66 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 361 meters from their nearest transport stop. As a predominantly residential area, most residents commute outward for work or other purposes. The car remains the primary mode of transportation, used by 96% of residents. On average, there are 1.8 vehicles per dwelling in Bohle Plains, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, only 4.4% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages nine trips per day across all routes, equating to roughly eleven weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Bohle Plains are marginally below the national average with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Bohle Plains shows below-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence data. The level of common health conditions is somewhat typical but higher than the national average among older cohorts.

Private health cover stands at approximately 55% of the total population (~2,871 people), compared to 52.5% across the rest of Queensland. Mental health issues impact 9.3% and asthma affects 7.8% of residents in Bohle Plains. Meanwhile, 74.7% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across the rest of Queensland. The under-65 population demonstrates better than average health outcomes. Bohle Plains has 7.7% of residents aged 65 and over (403 people), lower than the 20.4% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, ranking lower nationally than the broader population.

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

Bohle Plains had a lower than average cultural diversity, with 85.1% of its population born in Australia, 93.4% being citizens, and 90.5% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion was Christianity, accounting for 52.6% of Bohle Plains' population. Judaism was overrepresented at 0.1%, compared to the regional average of also 0.1%.

Top ancestry groups were Australian (31.2%), English (27.3%), and Scottish (7.6%). Some ethnic groups had notable differences: Sri Lankan was higher at 0.3% versus 0.1%, South African remained at 0.5% like the region, and Italian was higher at 3.8% compared to 2.4%.

Bohle Plains hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Bohle Plains has a median age of 27 years, which is lower than the Rest of Queensland average of 41 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to the Rest of Queensland, Bohle Plains has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (26.9%), but fewer residents aged 55-64 (4.7%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.4%. Between 2021 and the present, the proportion of Bohle Plains' population aged 25-34 has increased from 23.3% to 26.9%. Meanwhile, the proportion of residents aged 45-54 has decreased from 9.3% to 6.8%, and those aged 5-14 have dropped from 15.4% to 12.9%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Bohle Plains' age profile will change significantly. The number of residents aged 25-34 is projected to grow by 362 people (26%), from 1,410 to 1,773. Conversely, the populations of those aged 55-64 and 15-24 are expected to decrease.