Cambooya

Cambooya lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of November 2025, Cambooya's population is estimated at around 2,480 people. This reflects a growth of 220 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,260 people. The current population was inferred from AreaSearch validation of new addresses and ABS ERP data released in June 2024, indicating a resident population of 2,438. This level results in a density ratio of 20 persons per square kilometer. Cambooya's growth rate of 9.7% since the 2021 Census exceeded both the non-metro area (8.8%) and national averages, making it a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 56.99999999999999% to overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections for years post-2032, based on 2021 data. Considering projected demographic shifts, the suburb is expected to increase by 472 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 19.6% over the 17-year period.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Cambooya recorded around 11 residential properties approved per year over the past 5 financial years, totalling an estimated 55 homes. As of FY-26, 2 approvals have been granted. On average, 5.8 people moved to the area for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating demand outpaces supply, which may put upward pressure on prices and increase buyer competition. New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost of $772,000, targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties.

This financial year, $910,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to Rest of Qld, Cambooya records 13.0% less building activity per person, placing it among the 52nd percentile nationally. Recent development has consisted entirely of detached dwellings, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers with an average of around 306 people per dwelling approval.

AreaSearch estimates Cambooya will grow by 487 residents through to 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Cambooya has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Two projects identified by AreaSearch are expected to impact the area significantly: Greenmount Water Treatment Plant and Herries Range Wind Farm. Additionally, Walking Network Plans for Pittsworth/Westbrook and Clifford Park Special School's relocation of Denise Kable Centre are also notable initiatives.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Cambooya performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Cambooya has a balanced workforce with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 1.3% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 12.7%.

As of June 2025, 1,420 residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 2.7% below Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is high at 65.8%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Agriculture, forestry & fishing has notable concentration with employment levels at 2.0 times the regional average.

Conversely, accommodation & food shows lower representation at 5.6% versus the regional average of 8.3%. Employment opportunities seem limited locally based on Census working population vs resident population data. During the year to June 2025, employment levels increased by 12.7%, and labour force increased by 12.7%, leaving unemployment broadly flat. Rest of Qld recorded employment growth of 1.8% and labour force growth of 2.0%, with unemployment rising 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 offer further insight into potential future demand within Cambooya. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Cambooya's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.9% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022 shows Cambooya had a median income among taxpayers of $49,753. The average level stood at $59,190. This was below the national average and compared to levels of $50,780 and $64,844 across Rest of Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $56,713 (median) and $67,471 (average) as of September 2025. According to 2021 Census figures, personal income ranks at the 57th percentile ($839 weekly), while household income sits at the 39th percentile. Distribution data shows 38.2% of the population (947 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, reflecting patterns seen regional levels where 31.7% similarly occupy this range. After housing, 84.9% of income remains for other expenses.

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

Cambooya's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 92.4% houses and 7.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro Qld's 81.4% houses and 18.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Cambooya was at 22.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 41.8% and rented ones at 35.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,381, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,517. The median weekly rent in Cambooya was $290, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $310. Nationally, Cambooya's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,381 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Cambooya features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 73.5% of all households, including 32.5% couples with children, 27.7% couples without children, and 13.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 26.5%, with lone person households at 22.2% and group households making up 4.3%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Educational outcomes in Cambooya fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 16.2%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 11.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 46.9% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (37.3%).

Educational participation is high at 31.0%, including 13.3% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 3.4% pursuing tertiary education. Cambooya State School serves the area with an enrollment of 166 students as of a recent report, operating under typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 950). It focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available nearby. Local school capacity is limited at 6.7 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 17.2, leading many families to travel for schooling.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Health performance in Cambooya is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a considerably higher degree among older age cohorts

Cambooya faces significant health challenges with common health conditions prevalent across all age groups but more so among older cohorts.

Approximately 51% (~1,256 people) have private health cover, which is relatively low. The most common medical conditions are mental health issues (10.4%) and asthma (9.9%), while 67.4% of residents report no medical ailments compared to 65.3% in the rest of Queensland. As of June 2021, 13.9% (~344 people) are aged 65 and over, lower than the 18.8% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention due to presenting challenges.

The latest Census data sees Cambooya placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Cambooya, surveyed in June 2016, had low cultural diversity with 90.1% citizens, 93.6% born in Australia, and 97.3% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 58.5%, compared to 58.8% regionally. Top ancestral groups were Australian (35.2%), English (29.0%), and Irish (8.4%).

Notably, German ancestry was higher than regional average at 5.9%. Australian Aboriginal ancestry was also higher at 5.0%. Hungarian ancestry was slightly overrepresented at 0.3%.

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

Cambooya's median age as of 2021 is 31 years, which is younger than Rest of Qld's 41 and considerably younger than the national average of 38 years. The 25-34 age group comprises 19.4% of Cambooya's population compared to Rest of Qld, while the 55-64 cohort makes up 8.6%. Between 2021 and the present, the 65-74 age group has increased from 7.6% to 8.6% of the population. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has decreased from 14.6% to 12.5%, and the 55-64 age group has dropped from 10.2% to 8.6%. Population forecasts for Cambooya indicate substantial demographic changes by 2041. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to increase significantly, with an addition of 172 people (a 36% rise) from 481 to 654. Conversely, the 15-24 age range is expected to decrease by 34 people.