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Clear Island Waters has an estimated 4,572 residents, up 4.0% since the 2021 Census, with 146 projects tracked in the area around Clear Island Waters.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Clear Island Waters is located 74 kilometres south-southeast from Brisbane CBD and has an estimated population of around 4,572 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. The estimate represents an increase of 177 people (4.0%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was 4,395 people. The area has a well-educated population, a high proportion born overseas, strong outright home ownership, severely limited dwelling supply, a notable real estate employment base and elevated arts and recreation employment. Its population growth is moderate, and older Australians and elderly residents make up a high proportion of the community.
Clear Island Waters is known for its tranquil water bodies, green parks and well-designed homes, with boating, fishing and golf among residents' popular pastimes. Schools, local shops and cafes serve the area, while tree-lined streets, canals and walking paths contribute to its calm setting and recreational appeal.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Clear Island Waters is located 74 kilometres south-southeast from Brisbane CBD and has an estimated population of around 4,572 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts, released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. (ERP) means Estimated Resident Population. The estimate represents an increase of 177 people (4.0%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was 4,395 people. The area has a well-educated population, a high proportion born overseas, strong outright home ownership, severely limited dwelling supply, a notable real estate employment base and elevated arts and recreation employment. Its population growth is moderate, and older Australians and elderly residents make up a high proportion of the community.
Clear Island Waters is known for its tranquil water bodies, green parks and well-designed homes, with boating, fishing and golf among residents' popular pastimes. Schools, local shops and cafes serve the area, while tree-lined streets, canals and walking paths contribute to its calm setting and recreational appeal.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 4,284 in 2006 and 4,570 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 4,572 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 13.6%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 26.9%.
Clear Island Waters ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 92nd 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 Clear Island Waters is $1,050 a week, down 11.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 64% above Regional Qld.
64% above Regional Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $868 in 2017, $1,300 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $1,050 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | -11.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,300 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | -4.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Robina | $810 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Robina, over 12 months | +5.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Gold Coast | $804 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Gold Coast, over 12 months | +7.2% | 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 |
AreaSearch tracks 146 projects in and around Clear Island Waters, 43 of them under construction.
A 6.7km dual-track light rail extension from Broadbeach South to Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast, with eight new stations and five new light rail vehicles. Major works in the northern precincts are complete, and finishing and wire-stringing works continued in the southern section toward Burleigh Heads.
Construction of the new Merrimac railway station on the Gold Coast Line between Nerang and Robina stations, delivered as part of the Cross River Rail project. Scope includes dual side platforms, an accessible pedestrian overpass with lifts, park 'n' ride facilities with approximately 300 car parks, and dedicated active transport connections.
25-hectare waterfront urban village with preliminary approval for 1,550 dwellings in towers up to 19 stories, ~10,000 sqm of office and retail, a clubhouse, and more than 80% of the site kept as parkland and lakes with flood mitigation including a 5-hectare refuge podium.
The Australian Mohs Hospital is a dedicated facility for Mohs micrographic surgery and skin cancer management developed in the Lanes precinct at Mermaid Waters.
Comprehensive upgrade and mechanical overhaul of the existing sewage pump station facility to improve network capacity, enhance wastewater reliability, and service the growing local Mermaid Waters community.
The Landmark is a $2.5 billion masterplanned mixed-use development delivered by Aniko Group at 1 Seaview Avenue in Mermaid Beach. The project features four luxury residential towers over a shared podium, delivering approximately 900 premium apartments, an international 5-star hotel, commercial offices, and dining precincts.
Cypress Central is an approved 25 hectare masterplanned mixed-use urban village fronting the Gooding Drive and Nerang-Broadbeach Road roundabout in Carrara, on the boundary with Clear Island Waters and Merrimac and adjoining Palm Meadows Golf Course.
A $190 million stage two expansion of Robina Private Hospital on the Gold Coast, designed by HSPC Health Architects for owner Australian Unity and operator Aurora Healthcare Australia.
Major upgrade to the Gold Coast Highway through Mermaid Beach as part of the $1.2 billion Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 3 (GCLR3). Includes road resurfacing, intersection upgrades, new pedestrian crossings, cycling infrastructure, and the extension of the light rail system from Broadbeach to Burleigh Heads.
A boutique townhouse development comprising 57 contemporary two-storey townhouses on Lakeview Boulevard within The Lakes master-planned community in Mermaid Waters.
Upgrade of Miami State School including a new general learning area building, refurbishment of the administration building, and earlier completed campus improvements including new classrooms, site renewal and administration facilities. The project supports enrolment growth and delivery of contemporary learning environments.
The Alfred is a mixed-use redevelopment of the former Mermaid Beach Shopping Village on the corner of Gold Coast Highway, Alfred Street and Tamborine Street.
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Estimated completion year of the 74 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 6, 2026 22, 2027 15, 2028 12, 2029 7, 2030 4, 2031 2, 2032 3, 2033 0, 2034 1, 2035 2. 23 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around Clear Island Waters over the period covered (about 1.3 years), 1 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 2 tracked applications: 2 approved, 0 under assessment, 0 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.3 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 0.5 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 6th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 2 | ABS building approvals | 8th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 1.3 years) |
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Clear Island Waters area has seen 2 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Clear Island Waters's current population of 4,572 has been supported by 2 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Clear Island Waters has seen 0.5 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 4546 people in the suburb of Clear Island Waters, 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 Clear Island Waters's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 2, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Clear Island Waters has grown by approximately 167 people, while 10 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 16.7 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Clear Island Waters include: Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 3 (Broadbeach South to Burleigh Heads) (Construction); Merrimac Railway Station (Construction); Clear Island Waters Urban Village (Approved); Cypress Central (Approved); and Mermaid Waters Sewer Pump Station Upgrade (Construction). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Clear Island Waters spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Sports & Recreation, and Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
The suburb of Clear Island Waters ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
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.
Clear Island Waters has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,572 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +4.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1,039 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,395 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 177 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 4.40 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Clear Island Waters was estimated to be approximately 4,572 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 4,570 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Clear Island Waters has added approximately 177 people and shown a 4.03% increase from the 4,395 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is estimated at 1,039 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Clear Island Waters has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.8% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is driven by: Overseas migration (97.0%), Interstate migration (3.0%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 97.0% of overall population gains.
Clear Island Waters ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 49 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 91st percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 27.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 20.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 46.7% | 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 | 50 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 3.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 9.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 10.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 11.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Clear Island Waters at 49 years as at August 2026. That is down from the 2021 Census figure of 50 years, with AreaSearch updating the age profile for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 49 years as at August 2026, Clear Island Waters is 8 years older than the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) and 11 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Clear Island Waters compared to the Regional Qld region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 11.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Clear Island Waters compared to the Regional Qld region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 9.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Clear Island Waters show significant variance compared to Regional Qld. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (4.3% vs 2.3%) and 75-84 year-olds (11.5% vs 7.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.7% of the population in the suburb of Clear Island Waters as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 27.9% of the population in the suburb of Clear Island Waters as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $53,000 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 25th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $67,289 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,617 | 2021 Census, weekly | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $732 | 2021 Census, weekly | 34th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 24.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,035 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 25.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is approximately $56,768. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $53,000.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is approximately $72,073. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $67,289.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is approximately $56,768 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $53,000 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is approximately $72,073 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $67,289 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Clear Island Waters's households (~26.9% / 437 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 26.9% 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 Clear Island Waters is $1,617/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is $2,035/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is $732/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Clear Island Waters had a median income among taxpayers of $53,000 with the average level standing at $67,289. This is lower than average on a national basis and compares to levels of $56,722 and $71,544 across Regional Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $56,768 (median) and $72,073 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is $5,830 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Clear Island Waters's disposable income is $5,830 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Clear Island Waters ranks among the top 17% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 56.2% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,144 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,901 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,188 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Clear Island Waters has approximately 2,144 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.0%. 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 Clear Island Waters stands at 2.0%, which is 1.9 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 Clear Island Waters is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.1% of employment), retail trade (11.7%), and professional & technical (9.8%). Other significant employers include construction and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Clear Island Waters 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 Clear Island Waters is 56.2%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The suburb of Clear Island Waters shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 9.8% of the local workforce compared to 5.1% across Regional Qld. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this 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 Clear Island Waters'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 7.7% decline, ranking 36th out of 37 regions nationally.
Clear Island Waters 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 | 22.1% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 32.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 18.5% | 2021 Census | 31st percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 36.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 26.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 5.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.1% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
32.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Clear Island Waters have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
36.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Clear Island Waters have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The suburb of Clear Island Waters ranks in the 78th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Clear Island Waters are: Bachelor Degree (22.1%), Certificate (18.5%), Advanced Diploma (12.7%).
26.8% of the population in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.1% in primary school, 8.1% in secondary school, 5.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is 1094, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Clear Island Waters, with a combined enrollment of approximately 795 students.
The suburb of Clear Island Waters includes 1 primary school.
Clear Island Waters features high concentrations of couples without children, with an average household size in line with Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.5 people | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 24.1% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 31.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 31.4% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,624 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,689 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 73.4% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.6 per family | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Clear Island Waters had 1,624 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 4.0% to an estimated 1,689 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 73.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (24.1%), group households (2.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,192 family households, couples with children account for 31.6% of all households, couples without children at home 31.4%, and single parent families 9.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Clear Island Waters shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Clear Island Waters 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 53.3% of the adult population are currently married, while 26.4% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 24.1% of all households in the suburb of Clear Island Waters, similar to 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 2.4% of households, below the Regional Qld average of 4.0%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Clear Island Waters was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 39.5% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 24.8% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 75.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 83.5% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 60.5% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
Clear Island Waters scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 24.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 39.5% born overseas.
The main religion in Clear Island Waters was found to be Christianity, which makes up 57.5% of people in Clear Island Waters. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.8% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Clear Island Waters are English, comprising 26.0% of the population, Australian, comprising 19.7% of the population, which is notably lower than Regional Qld's 26.5%, and Other, comprising 9.5% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Russian is notably overrepresented at 0.6% of Clear Island Waters (vs 0.2% across Regional Qld), Hungarian at 0.4% (vs 0.2%) and New Zealand at 1.0% (vs 0.9%).
39.5% of the suburb of Clear Island Waters population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
24.8% of the population in the suburb of Clear Island Waters speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
0.8% of the suburb of Clear Island Waters population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
83.5% of the suburb of Clear Island Waters population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Clear Island Waters displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 21.2% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 47.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 63.6% | 2021 Census | 21st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 79th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 31.4% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 25.5% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $540 | 2021 Census, weekly | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 33.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 98th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 30.9% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 92nd percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Clear Island Waters, 47.3% of homes are owned outright, 31.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 21.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 63.6% of dwellings in the suburb of Clear Island Waters are houses.
In the suburb of Clear Island Waters, 11.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 25.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Clear Island Waters stands at 47.3%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is $2,167, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is $1,176, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Clear Island Waters, households with mortgages typically spend 30.9% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 33.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Clear Island Waters is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Clear Island Waters shows mortgage holders spending 30.9% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 33.4% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Clear Island Waters consists of 63.6% detached houses, 25.5% semi-detached dwellings, 11.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Clear Island Waters consumes approximately 16.8% of median household income ($7,002 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.
Clear Island Waters'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 | 52.0% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 39th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 69.9% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.5% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 82.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.5% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
Around 52.0% of people in the suburb of Clear Island Waters are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the suburb of Clear Island Waters, 7.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
5.1% of people in the suburb of Clear Island Waters are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.5% of the suburb of Clear Island Waters population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.9% of people in the suburb of Clear Island Waters have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Clear Island Waters, 52.0% 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 GP is 680 m away and the nearest child care centre 693 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 | 92 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest GP | 680 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 693 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 738 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 920 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 973 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 988 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 4.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.2 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 130 places in Clear Island Waters, about 1.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in Clear Island Waters compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Clear Island Waters has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 4% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Clear Island Waters is $1,050 a week, -11.6% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Clear Island Waters has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends.
Clear Island Waters ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
Clear Island Waters ranks among the top 17% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
Clear Island Waters shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Clear Island Waters features high concentrations of couples without children, with an average household size in line with Regional Qld.
Clear Island Waters was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Clear Island Waters displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Clear Island Waters'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 Clear Island Waters: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Clear Island Waters has an estimated 4,572 residents, up 4.0% since the 2021 Census, with 146 projects tracked in the area around Clear Island Waters.
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 Clear Island Waters.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Oct 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 (SAL30618). 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 (Oct 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 Clear Island Waters 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 Clear Island Waters 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 | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 20.9% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
