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Chatsworth (Qld) has an estimated 2,017 residents, up from 1,353 at the 2021 Census — a change of 664 people, or 49.1%. Growth has averaged 9.0% a year over five years, faster than 97% of areas nationally. 104 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 80.0% of that increase. Density is about 65 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 AreaSearch's evaluation of broader ABS population releases and post-Census validated address counts, the suburb of Chatsworth (Qld) had an estimated count of 2,017 residents as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 664 people (49.1%) compared to the 2021 Census tally of 1,353 people. That shift stems from an estimated resident total of 2,014 determined from the ABS ERP figures published in June 2025, alongside 104 validated new addresses added after the Census date. Consequently, population density settles at 65 persons per square kilometer, ensuring spacious living conditions.
Outpacing both the Rest of Qld benchmark (9.4%) and national figures, the suburb of Chatsworth (Qld) demonstrated standout regional expansion with its 49.1% post-2021 census surge. Interstate arrivals served as the primary growth catalyst, generating roughly 80.0% of recent population additions, while overseas migration and natural increase also delivered positive contributions. Projections for each SA2 district utilise the 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia dataset anchored to 2022. For periods extending beyond 2032 or locations outside that scope, 2023 Queensland State Government SA2 projections based on 2021 figures are implemented. Because these state estimates omit age-group breakdowns, AreaSearch applies age-cohort distribution proportions derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region series (2022 base year). Long-term forecasts indicate the suburb of Chatsworth (Qld) will outpace the median growth rate of regional districts nationwide, gaining 360 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2 models, which equates to an overall 16-year increase of 17.7%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
163 new dwellings have been approved in Chatsworth (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 32 a year. That places the area in the 89th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 16 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 21 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 38, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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AreaSearch's examination of ABS residential approval statistics aggregated across statistical boundaries indicates that Chatsworth has averaged approximately 32 home approvals per year, accumulating an estimated 163 residential units across the last 5 financial years. Within FY-25 to date, 38 residential permits have been recorded. Between FY-21 and FY-25, the locality welcomed an average of 6.9 new residents per constructed dwelling annually, demonstrating that demand is outstripping incoming supply and creating competitive market conditions with upward price momentum. The mean value of newly approved houses stands at $473,000, aligning with regional averages.
Concurrently, commercial building permits registered this financial year total $483,000, pointing to limited commercial construction. Residential building volumes in Chatsworth run higher than the broader Rest of Qld market, registering 38.0% above the five-year regional per-capita benchmark, which helps maintain available buyer inventory while supporting underlying property demand. This building pace also tracks significantly above national figures, highlighting elevated developer interest. Moreover, all recent approvals comprise separate houses, reinforcing the low-density profile of the community and offering standalone living options for buyers seeking extra space. Displaying approximately 52 residents for every approved dwelling, Chatsworth exhibits the hallmarks of an expanding locality. Based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch, Chatsworth is expected to expand by 357 residents leading up to 2041. At current building rates, upcoming residential supply appears well-positioned to satisfy buyer requirements, fostering constructive purchasing conditions and potentially facilitating growth above current projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 29 current infrastructure and development projects close to Chatsworth (Qld), worth an estimated $10.7 billion. 8 are already under construction and 9 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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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Major infrastructure works, civic programs, and strategic planning decisions play a critical role in shaping local development. AreaSearch has highlighted 4 key initiatives anticipated to influence the district, including the Gympie Regional Council Bridge Replacement Project, Gympie Regional Housing Action Plan Implementation, Gympie Region Planning Scheme Review, and Bruce Highway (Cooroy to Curra) Section D - Northern Contract, with detailed evaluations provided for the most significant works.
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Gympie Regional Council Bridge Replacement Project
Replacement of four bridges across the region with a total investment of $7.3 million. Includes construction of new concrete structures to improve safety, load capacity, and flood resilience for local communities.
Gympie Civic Centre Revitalisation
Council-led revitalisation of Gympie's primary performing arts venue, closed since 2022 following flood damage and severe mould contamination. The $18.5 million project, awarded to Hutchinson Builders in December 2025, covers full mould remediation, structural restoration, electrical and disability compliance upgrades, modernised AV and theatrical systems, improved acoustics, seating and amenities. Construction commenced early 2026. A Precinct Reference Group has been established to guide community input throughout construction and future operations.
Gympie Regional Housing Action Plan Implementation
Implementation of the Gympie Region Local Housing Action Plan to improve availability, diversity and affordability of housing. Includes support for social housing, affordable housing initiatives, and addressing housing supply challenges.
Gympie Region Planning Scheme Review
Council is preparing a new planning scheme to plan for growing needs over the next 20-25 years. The review will address residential growth, industrial development, environmental protection, and infrastructure planning across the region.
Bruce Highway (Cooroy to Curra) Section D - Northern Contract
The northern contract of Section D delivered part of the 26 km four-lane Gympie Bypass from north of Sandy Creek Road to Curra, including major structures and realignments. Section D opened to traffic on 16 Oct 2024 and completes the Cooroy to Curra upgrade with 42 bridges at 23 locations and three new interchanges (Flood Road, Gympie Connection Road, Curra).
10 Copp Road Residential Care Facility
Approved development for a 100-bed residential care facility (nursing home) on 1.21 hectares of elevated, flood-free land in Southside, Queensland. The site was sold in April 2025 with Development Approval (MCU) in place.
7-Eleven Southside Gympie
Completed retail-led service station featuring a 218sqm 7-Eleven convenience store, 3 fuel pumps with Mobil fuels, and intersection upgrades on Exhibition Road. Built on a brownfield redevelopment site, the project included signalization of the Exhibition Road intersection providing direct access from the development to the state-controlled road. Opened June 8, 2023.
Cooroy To Curra - Section D - Southern Contract
Section D involves building a 26-km four-lane bypass around Gympie, finishing the Bruce Highway's 62-km upgrade from Cooroy to Curra. It's split into two, with the Southern Contract covering Woondum to north of Sandy Creek Road.
1,059 residents of Chatsworth (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 1,101. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 67.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 1,523, about 76% 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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Chatsworth maintains a balanced employment base across blue-collar and white-collar roles, supported by solid representation across essential services, a low unemployment rate of 3.8%, and estimated twelve-month job growth of 14.5% according to AreaSearch's statistical area data. Employed local residents numbered 1,059 as of March 2026, with an unemployment rate mirroring the 3.9% recorded for Regional Qld and a labour force participation rate of 67.8% relative to 64.2% across Regional Qld. Census data revealed that only 9.5% of working residents operated from home, though pandemic lockdown circumstances during that period must be noted.
Local workers are predominantly engaged in health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Manufacturing represents a clear area of local concentration, capturing a workforce share 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 1.7% of resident employment, trailing the 5.1% benchmark in Regional Qld. Comparing Census resident counts against local working population numbers suggests that internal job opportunities within the area remain modest. An analysis of ABS and SALM statistical data shows that over the 12-month period, local employment expanded by 14.5% while the labour pool grew by 12.0%, reducing the local unemployment rate by 2.1 percentage points. By comparison, Regional Qld recorded a 0.1% increase in employment, a 0.3% rise in the labour force, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National outlooks published by Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide additional context regarding future labour demand in Chatsworth over five and ten-year horizons. Nationally, overall employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% across ten years, though trajectories vary by industry. Extrapolating these industry trends across Chatsworth's specific sectoral composition points to potential local job gains of 5.7% over five years and 12.3% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighting without incorporating local population adjustments).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Chatsworth (Qld) is $1,442 a week (about $75,000 a year), with median personal income at $609 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $44,695 a year against an average of $54,326. 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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ATO taxation data for financial year 2023 at the postcode level indicates that earnings in the suburb of Chatsworth trail national averages, showing a median income of $44,695 alongside a mean of $54,326. In comparison, Regional Qld posted a median figure of $53,146 and an average of $66,593. Factoring in an 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of roughly $49,772 for median income and $60,497 for average income as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household income placed at the 32nd percentile ($1,442 weekly), while individual income stood at the 13th percentile.
The largest resident cohort, comprising 33.3% or 671 residents, falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly band, closely tracking the 31.7% observed across the wider region. Residents retain 86.8% of income after accommodation outlays, although disposable income tracks below average at the 35th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Chatsworth (Qld) had 462 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 1% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 12% rented and 44% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,533 a month. Rent absorbs 20.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Data from the most recent Census shows that separate houses made up 98.3% of residential stock in Chatsworth, with semi-detached dwellings, apartments, and other property types accounting for 1.8%, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings across Regional Qld. Outright home ownership reached 44.2%, substantially exceeding the regional standard, while mortgaged properties accounted for 44.0% and rental accommodation comprised 11.7%. Typical monthly mortgage payments stood at $1,533 against the Regional Qld benchmark of $1,655, while weekly median rent reached $300 compared to $345 regionally. On a nationwide basis, Chatsworth features notably lighter housing costs than the Australian median monthly mortgage of $1,863 and median weekly rent of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Chatsworth (Qld) counted 462 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 689 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 34% couples without children. 17% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the vast majority of local households at 79.7%, broken down into couples with children (34.9%), couples without children (34.1%), and single parent households (11.2%). Non-family arrangements account for the remaining 20.3%, consisting of single-person households at 16.8% and group living situations at 3.0%. The community registers an average household size of 2.7 people, exceeding the 2.5 person average across Regional Qld.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.3% of adults in Chatsworth (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 9.4% with a bachelor degree and 2.0% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 86% of areas nationally. A further 36.9% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 224 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 947 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Tertiary attainment levels in the locality remain modest, with university degree holders making up 13.3% of residents compared to the national figure of 30.4%, highlighting a key focus area for future educational programs. Bachelor degrees form the primary tertiary qualification at 9.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.0% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Vocational and technical pathways show strong representation, as 45.8% of individuals aged 15+ hold vocational credentials, divided between advanced diplomas (8.9%) and certificates (36.9%). Student engagement is substantial throughout the community, with 26.2% of the local population actively participating in educational programs.
This comprises 12.1% attending primary schools, 7.9% enrolled in secondary education, and 2.2% undertaking tertiary studies.
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Getting around Chatsworth (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.
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61.5% of residents in Chatsworth (Qld) report no long-term health condition. 8.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 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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AreaSearch health metrics covering mortality and illness indicate noticeable public health headwinds, with common conditions present across younger and older demographics, while private medical coverage remains limited at roughly 49% of residents (~982 people). This trails the 52.5% rate found in Regional Qld and the Australian average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health challenges represent the most widespread medical conditions locally, diagnosed in 10.5% and 9.7% of the population respectively, while 61.5% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Working-age individuals experience notable chronic health issues, and seniors aged 65 and over constitute 22.7% of the locality (457 people), tracking above the 20.3% proportion in Regional Qld and ranking higher against national benchmarks than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Chatsworth (Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 87.3% of residents, with 4.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.6%) and Australian (30.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Chatsworth exhibits comparatively lower cultural diversity metrics, with Australian-born residents accounting for 87.3% of the community, Australian citizens making up 91.6%, and 95.8% speaking exclusively English at home. Christianity stands as the predominant religious affiliation, encompassing 48.7% of residents. The clearest deviation above regional norms occurs in the Other religious category, which represents 1.2% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parental country of birth, the primary groups in Chatsworth comprise English at 34.6% (above the 29.6% regional benchmark), Australian at 30.9%, and Irish at 8.8%.
Further differences appear across specific European ancestries, with Welsh representation reaching 0.9% (compared to 0.5% regionally), German standing at 5.8% (against 4.7% regionally), and French accounting for 0.5% (mirroring the 0.5% regional rate).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Chatsworth (Qld) is 43. 20.3% 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 age distribution in Chatsworth closely mirrors that of Regional Qld, with the largest variance across the four broad demographic groups reaching only 2.9 percentage points. As at August 2026, AreaSearch calculates a median age of 43, matching the figure from the 2021 Census, which sits 2 years above the Regional Qld median of 41 and above the national median of 38 recorded at that Census. Since the Census, residents in the 45 - 64 bracket decreased from 27.3% to an estimated 23.9%. In contrast, retirees and older residents aged 65+ are projected to experience the strongest growth by 2041, increasing by 174 (38%) to reach 632 individuals.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Chatsworth (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 — 104 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (1,353 at the 2021 Census → 2,017 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 (SAL30586). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.