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, the estimated population for the Cambooya statistical area (Lv2) is around 2,555 people. This represents an increase of 295 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,260 people. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 2,470 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, along with an additional 11 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 21 persons per square kilometer. The Cambooya (SA2) experienced a growth rate of 13.1% from 2021 to November 2025, surpassing both the non-metro area's growth rate of 8.8% and the SA3 area. Interstate migration contributed approximately 56.99999999999999% of overall population gains during recent periods in the Cambooya (SA2).

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are used. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits; therefore, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 using a base year of 2022. Considering projected demographic shifts, an above median population growth is projected for regional areas across the nation. The Cambooya (SA2) is expected to increase by 483 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of 16.6% over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Cambooya when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Cambooya recorded around 13 residential properties granted approval per year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 66 homes. In FY26 so far, 8 approvals have been recorded. This results in an average of approximately 4.9 people moving to the area for each dwelling built annually between FY21 and FY25, indicating demand outpaces supply, which typically influences prices upwards and intensifies competition among buyers. New homes are being constructed at an average value of $772,000, targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties.

This year has seen $530,000 in commercial approvals registered, reflecting the area's residential nature. Compared to Rest of Qld, Cambooya maintains similar construction rates per person, preserving market equilibrium consistent with surrounding areas, although development activity has moderated recently. All recent development consists of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's low-density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers, with around 327 people per dwelling approval.

According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Cambooya is expected to grow by approximately 423 residents through to 2041, keeping building activity in line with growth projections despite increased competition among buyers as the population expands.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified two projects likely to impact the area. Key projects include Greenmount Water Treatment Plant, Herries Range Wind Farm, Walking Network Plans for Pittsworth / Westbrook, and Clifford Park Special School - Relocation of Denise Kable Centre. The following list details those most relevant:.

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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. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate is 1.4%.

This is an estimated employment growth of 4.1% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. There are 1,409 residents employed currently, with a workforce participation rate of 65.8%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. The key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Notably, agriculture, forestry & fishing has 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 locally appear limited, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 4.1%, while labour force increased by 4.1%, leaving unemployment broadly flat. By comparison, Rest of Qld recorded employment growth of 1.7% during the same period. State-level data to 25-Nov shows QLD employment contracted by 0.01% (losing 1,210 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%, broadly in line with the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Cambooya's employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023 shows Cambooya had a median income among taxpayers of $49,753 and an average level of $59,190. This is below the national average, which compares 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 would be approximately $54,684 (median) and $65,056 (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 falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, with 976 individuals in this category, reflecting patterns seen regionally where 31.7% similarly occupy this range. After housing costs, 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 structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 92.4% houses and 7.6% other dwellings. In contrast, Non-Metro Qld had 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 Australia's 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 account for 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 constitute the remaining 26.5%, with lone person households at 22.2% and group households comprising 4.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is 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 has lower university qualification rates than the Australian average. As of 2016, only 16.2% of residents had a university degree, compared to the national average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees were the most common at 11.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational education was also prevalent, with 46.9% of residents aged 15 and above holding credentials such as advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (37.3%).

Educational participation was high, with 31.0% of residents enrolled in formal education as of 2018. This included 13.3% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 3.4% pursuing tertiary education.

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 being somewhat prevalent across all age groups, but to a higher degree among older age cohorts. Approximately 51% of Cambooya's total population (~1,294 people) has private health cover, which is lower than the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and asthma, affecting 10.4% and 9.9% of residents respectively. However, 67.4% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 65.3% across Rest of Qld. Cambooya has 13.9% of its residents aged 65 and over (355 people), which is lower than the 18.8% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention due to presenting some challenges compared to the broader population.

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's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 90.1% of its population being citizens, 93.6% born in Australia, and 97.3% speaking English only at home. The predominant religion in Cambooya was Christianity, comprising 58.5% of the population, compared to 58.8% across Rest of Qld. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups represented were Australian (35.2%), English (29.0%), and Irish (8.4%).

Notably, German ancestry was overrepresented at 5.9%, while Australian Aboriginal was at 5.0%, both higher than regional averages of 8.0% and 3.3%, respectively. Hungarian ancestry was also notably higher at 0.3%.

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

Cambooya's median age is 31 years, which is younger than Rest of Qld's 41 and the national average of 38. The 25-34 age group makes up 19.3% of Cambooya's population compared to Rest of Qld. The 55-64 cohort is less prevalent in Cambooya at 8.6%. Between 2021 and the present, the 65-74 age group has increased from 7.6% to 8.6%, while the 5-14 cohort has declined from 14.6% to 12.5% and the 55-64 group has dropped from 10.2% to 8.6%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Cambooya. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to increase by 162 people (33%), from 493 to 656. Conversely, numbers in the 15-24 age range are expected to fall by 42.