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Chatsworth (Qld) has an estimated 2,041 residents, up from 1,353 at the 2021 Census — a change of 688 people, or 50.8%. Growth has averaged 9.2% a year over five years, faster than 98% 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 66 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 census figures and subsequent residential updates tracked by AreaSearch, the suburb of Chatsworth (Qld) has a residency of approximately 2,041 individuals as of May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 688 residents (50.8%) from the 2021 Census, when the count stood at 1,353 citizens. This shift is derived from a base population of 2,038 calculated via the ABS demographic release from June 2025, alongside an extra 104 validated new addresses recorded since that census. The population level translates to a density of 65 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density housing conditions and capacity for future construction.
The 50.8% expansion rate of the suburb of Chatsworth (Qld) since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national benchmark, placing it among the fastest growing areas. This upward trend was mostly fueled by interstate arrivals, which represented roughly 80.0% of the overall population rise, although natural increase and overseas immigration also contributed positively. Projections for the suburb of Chatsworth (Qld) incorporate the 2024 ABS and Geoscience Australia regional forecasts, which utilize 2022 as a starting point. For any statistical sectors missing from this dataset, or for periods extending past 2032, regional projections published by the Queensland Government in 2023 based on 2021 data are used. Because these state-level models omit specific age groups, AreaSearch scales cohort growth using ABS capital city trends from 2023 (derived from 2022 data) across each bracket. Looking ahead, the suburb of Chatsworth (Qld) is anticipated to experience expansion tracking above the regional Australian median, with an estimated rise of 366 residents by 2041, representing a total growth rate of 17.8% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
159 new dwellings have been approved in Chatsworth (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 31 a year. That places the area in the 89th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 15 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. 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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Analysis of building registry data indicates that Chatsworth averages approximately 31 residential permits annually, representing a total of 159 approvals over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 35 approvals have been registered. With an average of 4.6 additional residents for every completed dwelling between FY-21 and FY-25, residential construction is failing to match demand, which typically intensifies buyer rivalry and elevates prices, with new residences showing an average construction cost of $435,000. Additionally, commercial development remains quiet, with only $483,000 in commercial permits logged during the current financial year.
Compared to the Rest of Qld, Chatsworth records 144.0% more dwelling approvals per resident. This offers greater selection to purchasers, despite a general deceleration in building rates recently. This volume is also much higher than the national standard, pointing to solid developer optimism in the local market. Furthermore, recent building activity has consisted entirely of detached houses, maintaining the low-density character of the area and drawing buyers looking for spacious properties. With 78 residents per approved dwelling, the area exhibits typical growth corridor traits. Future estimates indicate Chatsworth will add 363 new inhabitants by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly calculation. Under current construction trends, residential building should easily accommodate this growth, offering favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially allowing for expansion beyond current models.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
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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Local infrastructure projects and planning scheme adjustments significantly shape regional progress. A total of 4 active projects have been highlighted as having an impact on the area. The key initiatives include the Gympie Regional Council Bridge Replacement Project, the Gympie Regional Housing Action Plan Implementation, the Gympie Region Planning Scheme Review, and the Bruce Highway (Cooroy to Curra) Section D - Northern Contract, with details provided on those most relevant to local property.
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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.
1,069 residents of Chatsworth (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 1,112. Unemployment sits at 3.9%, with participation at 67.6%. 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 1,542, 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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The local workforce displays a balanced mix of professional and trade occupations, with solid representation in public service sectors, an unemployment rate sitting at 3.9%, and a 14.6% increase in employment over the preceding year. As of March 2026, there are 1,069 employed residents, matching the Regional Qld unemployment average of 3.9%, while the labor participation rate is relatively typical, standing at 67.6% compared to Regional Qld's 64.3%. Census logs indicate a minor 9.5% proportion of the workforce operating from home, though this may reflect temporary conditions during the pandemic.
The largest employment sectors for residents are healthcare & social assistance, education & training, and construction. The community shows a strong concentration in manufacturing, where employment is 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services have a minimal presence, accounting for just 1.7% of jobs compared to 5.1% across the wider region. Comparing local jobs to the resident workforce suggests that local employment opportunities are somewhat limited. Review of labor market statistics reveals that over the 12 months ending March 2026, the employed population grew by 14.6% while the total labor force grew by 12.2%, leading to a 2.0 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1%, the labor force expand by 0.3%, and unemployment tick up by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections from May-25 offer additional context on future demand patterns. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these trends to the local industry mix suggests employment among residents could grow by 5.7% over five years and 12.3% over ten years.
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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The suburb of Chatsworth's income level is below the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The suburb of Chatsworth's median income among taxpayers is $44,695 and the average income stands at $54,326, which compares to figures for Regional Qld's of $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $49,772 (median) and $60,497 (average) as of March 2026. Census data reveals household income ranks at the 32nd percentile ($1,442 weekly), while personal income sits at the 13th percentile.
Income brackets indicate the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 33.3% of the community (679 individuals), consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region showing 31.7% in the same category. Housing costs are manageable with 86.8% retained, though disposable income sits 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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Residential structures in the area are overwhelmingly detached, with houses comprising 98.3% of dwellings and alternative structures making up 1.8% of the mix, compared to Regional Qld where houses account for 76.4% and other options constitute 23.6%. Home ownership rates are high at 44.2%, with the remaining dwellings split between mortgaged properties at 44.0% and rental listings at 11.7%. Typical monthly mortgage costs stand at $1,533, while weekly rent averages $300, compared to regional benchmarks of $1,655 and $345. On a national scale, these mortgage costs are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Chatsworth (Qld) counted 462 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 697 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 make up the majority of households at 79.7%, consisting of couples with children at 34.9%, couples without children at 34.1%, and single-parent homes at 11.2%. Non-family households account for the remaining 20.3% of homes, with single person dwellings representing 16.8% and shared group homes at 3.0%. The typical household size of 2.7 people is slightly larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
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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The region shows lower rates of tertiary education, with university graduation rates at 13.3% compared to the national benchmark of 30.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for localized educational support. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 9.4%, followed by postgraduate study at 2.0% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Technical vocations are highly represented, with 45.8% of individuals aged 15 and over possessing vocational qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.9% and certificates at 36.9%. School enrollment is high, with 26.2% of the population attending educational programs. This student body includes 12.1% in primary school, 7.9% in high school, and 2.2% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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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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The community faces measurable health concerns based on local mortality and chronic illness rates across multiple age cohorts, with private health insurance coverage sitting at a low 49% of the population, which represents approximately 994 individuals. This coverage rate is lower than the Regional Qld average of 52.5% and the national baseline of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent diagnoses, affecting 10.5% and 9.7% of residents. Meanwhile, 61.5% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Chronic illness rates are elevated among the working-age population.
The community has 22.6% of its population aged 65 and older, which represents 461 individuals, compared to 20.4% in Regional Qld, with national healthcare rankings exceeding average levels.
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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The area displays lower multicultural diversity, with Australian-born residents accounting for 87.3% of the population, citizens representing 91.6%, and 95.8% of households speaking only English. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 48.7% of residents. The most noticeable variation is in those identifying with other faiths, which represents 1.2% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. In terms of parent country of birth, English heritage leads at 34.6%, which is higher than the regional average of 29.6%. This is followed by Australian ancestry at 30.9% and Irish background at 8.8%.
Other notable groups include Welsh ancestry at 0.9% of the population compared to 0.5% regionally, German at 5.8% compared to 4.7%, and French at 0.5% compared to 0.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Chatsworth (Qld) is 42. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 20.7% 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 median age of 42 years is similar to the Regional Qld median of 41 and higher than the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, children aged 5 - 14 are highly represented at 14.1%, while young adults aged 25 - 34 are underrepresented at 9.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket grew from 9.1% to 11.6% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort expanded from 6.0% to 8.0%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 group contracted from 12.7% to 11.0%, while the 55 to 64 bracket decreased from 14.6% to 13.0%.
Projections to 2041 indicate demographic shifts, with the cohort aged 85 and over expected to grow by 66 residents (147%), rising from 44 to 111 individuals, while the 15 to 24 group is projected to contract by 11 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 Aug 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) | May 2026 3 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 May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| 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 Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 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 5 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) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 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 May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,353 at the 2021 Census → 2,041 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 May 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.