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 May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Coomera is around 24,920, reflecting an increase of 4,695 people since the 2021 Census. The 2021 Census reported a population of 20,225 in Coomera. This growth represents a 23.2% increase and is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 24,313, which was derived from examining the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 610 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,020 persons per square kilometer, aligning with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Coomera's growth rate exceeded both the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national average, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 52.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections lack age category splits; hence AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Considering projected demographic shifts, exceptional growth is predicted over the period from 2026 to 2041, with the suburb expected to increase by 19,139 persons, reflecting a gain of 74.4% in total over the 16 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis indicates Coomera had approximately 289 new homes approved annually. Between FY-21 and FY-25, around 1,449 homes were approved, with a further 21 approved in FY-26. Each home built over these years accommodated an average of 4.1 new residents.

This demand outpaces supply, potentially driving up prices and increasing buyer competition. The average construction cost value for new homes was $452,000. In FY-26, Coomera registered $90.7 million in commercial approvals. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Coomera had 47.0% more development per person over the past five years. This level is significantly above the national average, indicating strong developer interest. New building activity comprised 26.0% detached dwellings and 74.0% medium and high-density housing, a shift from the current 73.0% houses.

The location had approximately 137 people per dwelling approval. Future projections estimate Coomera will add 18,532 residents by 2041. If development rates continue, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

Area infrastructure changes significantly impact performance. AreaSearch identified 74 projects potentially impacting the area. Notable projects include Urbana (Coomera Urban Village Stage 3), Foxwell Coomera, New Coomera Hospital, and 436 Foxwell Road Coomera Townhouse Development. The following list details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch assessment positions Coomera ahead of most Australian regions for employment performance

Coomera has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 4.1% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.7%. As of December 2025, 13,710 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate aligned with Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation was higher at 75.7% compared to Regional Qld's 64.5%. Moderately, 14.0% of residents worked from home, considering Covid-19 lockdown impacts. Leading industries for employment among residents included health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Retail trade had notable concentration with levels at 1.3 times the regional average.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing showed lower representation at 0.2% versus Regional Qld's 4.5%. The area offered limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census working population vs resident population count. During the year to December 2025, employment levels increased by 2.7%, and labour force grew by 2.7%, with unemployment remaining largely unchanged. By comparison, Regional Qld recorded employment growth of 0.7%, labour force growth of 1.0%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer further insight into potential future demand within Coomera. These projections suggest national employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with growth rates varying significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Coomera's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localised population projections.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ending June 2023 indicates that Coomera had a median income among taxpayers of $51,352 and an average income of $60,709. Both figures are below the national averages. In comparison, Regional Queensland's median income was $53,146 with an average of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year ending June 2023, estimated incomes for March 2026 would be approximately $57,186 (median) and $67,606 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Coomera are around the 58th percentile nationally. Income brackets show that 41.8% of Coomera's population (10,416 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - $2,999 income range, reflecting a similar pattern seen in the broader area where 31.7% occupy this range. High housing costs consume 21.2% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income 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

In Coomera, as per the latest Census evaluation, 73.1% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 26.8% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This compares to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Coomera stood at 10.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 35.1% and rented ones at 54.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, exceeding Regional Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent in Coomera was $450, higher than Regional Qld's $375. Nationally, Coomera's mortgage repayments were above the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially higher than 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 account for 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 make up the remaining 16.3%, with lone person households at 11.5% and group households comprising 4.7%. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

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

Educational qualifications in Coomera trail regional benchmarks, with 20.6% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to the national average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 14.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 4.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 43.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas at 14.4% and certificates at 29.3%. Educational participation is high, with 36.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 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 63 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 32 individual routes, collectively facilitating 2,917 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is deemed good, with residents typically residing 307 meters from the nearest stop. Primarily residential, most Coomera residents commute outward using cars as the dominant mode at 90%, while 5% use trains. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling stands at 1.7, surpassing regional averages. According to the 2021 Census, 14.0% of residents work from home, possibly due to COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency across all routes averages 416 trips daily, equating to roughly 46 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health outcomes in Coomera are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Coomera's health indicators show below-average outcomes, as assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence data.

Common health conditions are slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 51% of the total population (~12,773 people). Mental health issues and asthma are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 9.2 and 8.5% of residents respectively. 74.2% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. The under-65 population has better than average health outcomes. The area has 7.2% of residents aged 65 and over (1,794 people), which is lower than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. National rankings are broadly in line with the general population.

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 higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 14.7% speaking a language other than English at home and 31.8% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Coomera, accounting for 42.8%. Judaism had an overrepresentation of 0.1%, compared to the regional average of 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (28.8%), Australian (23.2%), and Other (8.7%). Notable differences existed in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Maori at 4.3% (regional average 0.8%), New Zealand at 1.8% (regional average 0.9%), and South Australian at 1.2% (regional average 0.5%).

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

Coomera's median age is 29, which is younger than Regional Queensland's figure of 41 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional Queensland, Coomera has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (20.2%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (4.8%). This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national average of 14.6%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 has increased from 14.8% to 16.7%, while the proportion of those aged 25 to 34 has risen from 18.9% to 20.2%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 5 to 14 has declined from 17.1% to 14.3%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Coomera. The 25 to 34 age cohort is projected to grow by 88%, adding 4,440 residents and reaching a total of 9,474.