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Bokarina has an estimated 3,098 residents, up 60.1% since the 2021 Census, with 53 projects tracked in the area around Bokarina.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 81 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Bokarina is estimated by AreaSearch to have around 3,098 residents as of August 2026. That figure draws on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, which are released yearly, along with national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 1,935 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has grown by 1,163 people, or 60.1%.
Residents skew middle-aged and are largely drawn from family households and couples with children. Detached housing is strongly represented, household sizes are above average, and the area has a notable real estate employment base. Service amenity is outstanding, educational attainment is above average, and the suburb is very affluent. Latest population estimate date: Aug 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 81 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Bokarina is estimated by AreaSearch to have around 3,098 residents as of August 2026. That figure draws on aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, which are released yearly, along with national address file data updated each quarter. Compared with the 1,935 people recorded at the 2021 Census, the population has grown by 1,163 people, or 60.1%.
Residents skew middle-aged and are largely drawn from family households and couples with children. Detached housing is strongly represented, household sizes are above average, and the area has a notable real estate employment base. Service amenity is outstanding, educational attainment is above average, and the suburb is very affluent. Latest population estimate date: Aug 2026.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,414 in 2006 and 2,872 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,098 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 5 to 14, 15.2%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 28.6%.
Bokarina ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 93rd for amenities.
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 Bokarina is $915 a week, up 4.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 43% above Regional Qld.
43% above Regional Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $512 in 2017, $1,100 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $585 in 2020, $897 in 2026. A break means no rent was reported that year. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $915 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +4.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,100 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +10.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $897 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Caloundra | $742 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Caloundra, over 12 months | +6.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sunshine Coast | $704 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sunshine Coast, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Qld | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Qld, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 22 tracked applications: 16 approved, 3 under assessment, 3 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 53 projects in and around Bokarina, 19 of them under construction.
A 29.76-hectare beachfront master-planned community by Stockland at Bokarina on the Sunshine Coast, forming part of the wider Oceanside Kawana precinct.
Bask Bokarina is a two-tower residential development within Stockland's Bokarina Beach master planned community. The project comprises 135 apartments across the Mydas and Caretta buildings together with ground floor retail, resident amenities including a pool, gym and function room, and landscaped communal spaces.
A five-storey social housing development delivering 63 units with a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom options. Designed to be fully accessible for seniors and people with disabilities, the complex is located on a 2622sqm block near the Sunshine Coast University Hospital.
Absolute waterfront apartment development on Lake Kawana comprising two eight-level towers with a total of 200 luxury 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments plus penthouses.
Birtinya Town Centre is a major mixed-use urban renewal precinct by Stockland within the Kawana Health Precinct. Following the commencement of TLPI 04/2025 on 13 April 2026 and approval of the refreshed masterplan, the project is progressing with up to 2,600 dwellings, retail, commercial, hotel, community facilities, extensive parkland, the Green Spine, and…
Eight-storey affordable housing development by Brisbane Housing Company comprising 90 apartments for essential workers, including studio, one and two-bedroom homes. The Ministerial Infrastructure Designation granted in September 2024 was repealed in March 2025.
The Sunshine Coast Health Precinct at Birtinya is one of Australia's largest health and medical hubs, anchored by the Sunshine Coast University Hospital (SCUH), the Sunshine Coast University Private Hospital (operated by Ramsay Health Care), and the Sunshine Coast Health Institute.
A luxury oceanside apartment development offering 121 properties with 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments and penthouses. Amenities include a swimming pool, gymnasium, steam room, BBQ area, sun deck, and ground-level luxury retail. Located between Caloundra and Mooloolaba on the Sunshine Coast.
Stockland's 140 hectare Oceanside Birtinya masterplanned community continues to expand around the Sunshine Coast Health Precinct. Current works include completion of the Walkable Waterfront, the cable stay pedestrian bridge across Lake Kawana, new residential neighbourhoods, childcare facilities and preparation for the future Birtinya Central mixed use town…
A 1,613 hectare master planned community covering Birtinya, Bokarina Beach, Parrearra, Meridan Plains and Currimundi. More than 90 percent of the area has now been developed, with ongoing planning focused on the remaining precincts including the Birtinya Town Centre.
A proposed 90-unit affordable housing development for essential workers at 16 Bright Place, Birtinya, near the Sunshine Coast University Hospital. The eight-storey building comprises 12 studios, 66 one-bedroom, and 12 two-bedroom units, targeting a 7+ star NatHERS rating.
A residential development featuring 89 multiple dwelling units (likely townhouses) on a 1.5-hectare site with development approval, positioned in a growth corridor near Kawana Shoppingworld and beaches.
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Estimated completion year of the 20 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2024 1, 2025 1, 2026 7, 2027 2, 2028 2, 2029 0, 2030 1, 2031 1, 2032 4, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 13 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 22 substantial development applications lodged in and around Bokarina over the past 5 years, 3 in the last 12 months; 3 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 3, 2022 3, 2023 2, 2024 5, 2025 6, 2026 (to Oct) 3.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 22 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 24.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 95th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 48 | ABS building approvals | 58th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 16 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Bokarina include: Bokarina Beach Master Planned Community (Construction); St Clair (Construction); Birtinya Town Centre (Construction); Sunshine Coast Indoor Sports Centre (Planning); and Birtinya Social Housing Project (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Bokarina spans multiple sectors including Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, Residential Development, and Transport & Logistics, among others.
The suburb of Bokarina ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Bokarina among the top 12% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Bokarina area has seen 47 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Bokarina's current population of 3,098 has been supported by 48 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Bokarina has seen 24.5 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.3 approvals in Regional Qld. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 116 people in the suburb of Bokarina, compared to one for every 152 in Regional Qld.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Bokarina's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 48, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Bokarina has grown by approximately 1,030 people, while 240 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.3 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.
Bokarina lies within the top 8% 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 | 3,098 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +60.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 98th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,776 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 66th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +9.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +7.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 1,935 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 1,163 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +9.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +9.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 1.74 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Bokarina was estimated to be approximately 3,098 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,872 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Bokarina has added approximately 1,163 people and shown a 60.10% increase from the 1,935 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Bokarina is estimated at 1,781 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Bokarina has shown a compound annual growth rate of 7.6% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Bokarina is driven by: Interstate migration (54.0%), Overseas migration (46.0%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 54.0% of overall population gains.
Bokarina's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 36th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 20.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 23.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 53.6% | 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 | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 15.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Bokarina at 37 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Bokarina is 4 years younger than the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Bokarina compared to the Regional Qld region is the 5 - 14 group, making up 15.2% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Bokarina compared to the Regional Qld region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 3.7% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Bokarina show significant variance compared to Regional Qld. The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.6% vs 2.3%) and 75-84 year-olds (3.7% vs 7.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 20.6% of the population in the suburb of Bokarina as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 13.0% of the population in the suburb of Bokarina as at August 2026.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $69,255 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $100,169 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,429 | 2021 Census, weekly | 88th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $967 | 2021 Census, weekly | 75th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 39.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,625 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 12.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bokarina is approximately $74,179. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $69,255.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bokarina is approximately $107,291. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $100,169.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bokarina is approximately $74,179 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $69,255 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bokarina is approximately $107,291 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $100,169 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Bokarina's households (~28.5% / 179 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Bokarina is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 28.5% of households. In comparison, Regional Qld's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.7% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Bokarina is $2,429/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Bokarina is $2,625/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Bokarina is $967/wk.
The suburb of Bokarina's income level is exceptionally high nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Bokarina's median income among taxpayers is $69,255 and the average income stands at $100,169, which compares to figures for Regional Qld's of $56,722 and $71,544 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $74,179 (median) and $107,291 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Bokarina is $8,887 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Bokarina's disposable income is $8,887 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Bokarina ranks among the top 16% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 68.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,509 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,717 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,550 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Bokarina has approximately 1,509 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.6%. 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 Bokarina stands at 2.6%, which is 1.3 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 Bokarina is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (18.0% of employment), construction (13.7%), and retail trade (9.9%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Bokarina 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 Bokarina is 68.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional Qld.
The suburb of Bokarina shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 13.7% of the local workforce compared to 10.1% across Regional Qld. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of Bokarina'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 1.7% decline, ranking 25th out of 37 regions nationally.
Bokarina shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 20.0% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.6% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 31.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 23.6% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.1% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 31.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 33.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.9% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
31.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bokarina have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
31.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bokarina have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The suburb of Bokarina ranks in the 75th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Bokarina are: Certificate (23.6%), Bachelor Degree (20.0%), Advanced Diploma (12.7%).
33.5% of the population in the suburb of Bokarina is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.9% in primary school, 10.9% in secondary school, 4.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Bokarina is 1039, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Bokarina, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,249 students.
The suburb of Bokarina includes 1 combined school.
Bokarina features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 13.9% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 40.7% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.7% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.8% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 627 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,004 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 82.3% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Bokarina had 627 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 60.1% to an estimated 1,004 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Bokarina is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 82.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (13.9%), group households (3.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 516 family households, couples with children account for 40.7% of all households, couples without children at home 31.7%, and single parent families 9.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Bokarina shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 82.3% (versus 70.4% in Regional Qld). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 13.9% compared to 25.6% in Regional Qld. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Bokarina have an average of 1.6 children, slightly below the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 53.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 32.6% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 13.9% of all households in the suburb of Bokarina, notably lower than the average for Regional Qld of 25.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.8% of households, in line with the Regional Qld average of 4.0%.
Bokarina ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 18.0% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 26th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 94.3% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.4% | 2021 Census | 55th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 82.0% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
Bokarina was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.4% of its population being citizens, 82.0% born in Australia, and 94.3% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Bokarina, at 43.0% of people, although more residents (56.0%) reported no religion. Christianity accounts for 52.2% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bokarina are English, comprising 33.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 27.9% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.6% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.4% of Bokarina (vs 0.2% across Regional Qld), New Zealand at 1.0% (vs 0.9%) and South African at 0.8% (vs 0.5%).
18.0% of the suburb of Bokarina population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
5.7% of the population in the suburb of Bokarina speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
2.0% of the suburb of Bokarina population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
87.4% of the suburb of Bokarina population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Bokarina is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 26.3% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 30.5% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 98.7% | 2021 Census | 94th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,400 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 86th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 43.1% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $530 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 21.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 61st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 22.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 38th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Bokarina, 30.5% of homes are owned outright, 43.1% are owned with a mortgage, and 26.3% are rented.
According to the latest data, 98.7% of dwellings in the suburb of Bokarina are houses.
In the suburb of Bokarina, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Bokarina stands at 30.5%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Bokarina is $2,400, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Bokarina is $1,638, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Bokarina, households with mortgages typically spend 22.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 21.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Bokarina is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Bokarina shows mortgage holders spending 22.8% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 21.8% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Bokarina consists of 98.7% detached houses, 1.3% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Bokarina consumes approximately 15.6% of median household income ($10,518 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Bokarina show attached dwellings contributing 42% of approvals compared to 1% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 58% of applications versus 99% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Bokarina's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 65.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 85th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.6% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.7% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 79.7% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.1% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
Around 65.3% of people in the suburb of Bokarina are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the suburb of Bokarina, 3.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
6.1% of people in the suburb of Bokarina are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.2% of the suburb of Bokarina population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.6% of people in the suburb of Bokarina have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Bokarina, 65.3% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Qld sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 567 m away and the nearest school 739 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 93 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 567 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 739 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 75 places in Bokarina, about 1.9 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Bokarina among the top 12% of areas assessed nationwide.
Bokarina has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 3% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Bokarina is $915 a week, +4.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Bokarina lies within the top 8% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends.
Bokarina's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis.
Bokarina ranks among the top 16% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
Bokarina shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Bokarina features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
Bokarina ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Bokarina is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Qld.
Bokarina's residents are extremely healthy relative to locations nationally with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport in Bokarina: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Bokarina has an estimated 3,098 residents, up 60.1% since the 2021 Census, with 53 projects tracked in the area around Bokarina.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 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 Bokarina.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Aug 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 15 Oct 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 (SAL30302). 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 (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). 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 Bokarina 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 Bokarina with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 21.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
