Coomera

Coomera lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

As of November 2025, the estimated population for the Coomera statistical area (Lv2) is around 24,076. This figure represents a 19.0% increase from the 2021 Census population of 20,225 people. The latest resident population estimate by AreaSearch, based on ERP data released by the ABS in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date, is 23,797. This results in a population density ratio of 985 persons per square kilometer. Coomera's growth since the 2021 Census exceeded both the non-metro area average (8.8%) and the national average. Interstate migration contributed approximately 52.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with other drivers also being positive factors.

For projections, AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia data for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted, applying proportional growth weightings for age cohorts. By 2041, the Coomera (SA2) is projected to grow by 21,127 persons, reflecting an 86.6% increase over the 17-year period and placing it in the top 10 percent of Australia's regional areas.

The level of residential development activity in Coomera was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Coomera had around 289 new homes approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 1,449 homes were approved, with an additional 17 approved in FY-26 so far. This results in about 4.1 new residents per year for every home built over the past five financial years.

Demand significantly outpaces supply, potentially putting upward pressure on prices and increasing competition among buyers. The average value of new homes being built is $452,000, higher than regional norms, indicating quality-focused development. This financial year has seen $90.7 million in commercial approvals registered, reflecting high levels of local commercial activity. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Coomera has around 50.0% more development per person over the past five years, maintaining reasonable buyer options while sustaining existing property demand. However, building activity has slowed in recent years. The area's development level is significantly above the national average, indicating robust developer interest.

New building activity comprises approximately 26.0% detached dwellings and 74.0% medium to high-density housing. This shift from the current pattern of 73.0% houses suggests diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. There are currently around 137 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Future projections estimate Coomera will add approximately 20,848 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 80 projects likely to affect the region. Notable initiatives include Coomera Hospital, Gold Coast Rail Stations at Pimpana, Hope Island, Merrimac, The Link Coomera Business Park, and Coomera Health City Medical Hub. Relevant projects are listed below.

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AreaSearch analysis indicates Coomera maintains employment conditions that align with national benchmarks

Coomera has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. Its unemployment rate was 4.3% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.4%.

As of September 2025, 13,553 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.2% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Coomera is 69.7%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Leading employment industries among residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Retail trade has notably high concentration with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.2% compared to the regional average of 4.5%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data. During the year to September 2025, employment levels increased by 2.4%, labour force grew by 2.7%, resulting in an unemployment rise of 0.3 percentage points. By comparison, Rest of Qld recorded employment growth of 1.7% and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov shows Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01% with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%, aligning with the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's projections suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Coomera's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.2% over ten years.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch released postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Coomera was $51,352, with an average of $60,709. This is below the national average. Rest of Qld had a median income of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 during the same period. Based on Wage Price Index growth since June 2023, estimated median and average incomes in Coomera as of September 2025 would be approximately $56,441 and $66,725 respectively. According to the 2021 Census, income brackets in Coomera show that 41.8% of individuals fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 range. This is similar to the broader area where 31.7% occupy this range. In Coomera, housing costs consume 21.2% of income. Despite this, disposable income ranks at the 54th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

Coomera's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 73.1% houses and 26.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 80.5% houses and 19.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Coomera was at 10.1%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (35.1%) or rented (54.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Coomera was $2,000, aligning with Non-Metro Qld's average. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $450, matching Non-Metro Qld's figure. Nationally, Coomera's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 83.7% of all households, including 40.7% couples with children, 23.5% couples without children, and 18.2% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 16.3%, with lone person households at 11.5% and group households comprising 4.7% of the total. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.9.

The educational profile of Coomera exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

Coomera's educational qualifications lag behind regional averages. As of 2016, 20.6% of residents aged 15+ held university degrees, compared to the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees were most common at 14.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials were prominent, with 43.7% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas accounted for 14.4% and certificates for 29.3%.

Educational participation was high, with 36.9% of residents enrolled in formal education as of 2016. This included 13.5% in primary education, 9.9% in secondary education, and 5.3% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Coomera has 62 active public transport stops operating within it. These include a mix of train and bus services. There are 32 individual routes serving these stops, providing a total of 2,917 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 307 meters from the nearest stop. On average, there are 416 trips per day across all routes, which equals approximately 47 weekly trips per individual stop.

Coomera's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Health outcomes data shows excellent results across Coomera, with younger cohorts having particularly low prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 51% (~12,341 people) have private health cover, compared to 53.3% in the rest of Queensland.

Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions, affecting 9.2 and 8.5% of residents respectively. 74.2% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 71.6% in the rest of Queensland. As of June 2021, 6.5% (1,564 people) of residents are aged 65 and over, lower than the 12.0% in the rest of Queensland.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Coomera was found to be above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Coomera's population showed high cultural diversity, with 14.7% speaking a language other than English at home and 31.8% born overseas. Christianity was the dominant religion, accounting for 42.8%. Judaism had an overrepresentation of 0.1%, compared to 0.1% in the rest of Queensland.

The top three ancestry groups were English (28.8%), Australian (23.2%), and Other (8.7%). Notable differences included Maori (Coomera: 4.3%, regional: 2.9%), New Zealand (Coomera: 1.8%, regional: 1.9%), and South African (Coomera: 1.2%, regional: 1.0%) ancestry groups.

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

Coomera's median age is 29, which is younger than Rest of Qld's figure of 41 and Australia's figure of 38. Compared to Rest of Qld, Coomera has a higher percentage of residents aged 25-34 (21.1%), but fewer residents aged 65-74 (4.6%). This 25-34 concentration is significantly higher than the national average of 14.5%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the percentage of Coomera's population aged 25 to 34 has increased from 18.9% to 21.1%, while the percentage of residents aged 35 to 44 has risen from 14.8% to 16.1%. Conversely, the percentage of residents aged 5 to 14 has decreased from 17.1% to 14.5%. Population forecasts for the year 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Coomera, with the 25-34 age group projected to grow by 105%, adding 5,343 residents to reach a total of 10,424.