Curra

Population growth drivers in Curra are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Nov 2025, Curra's population is estimated at around 2,313. This reflects an increase of 209 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,104. AreaSearch validated this estimate by examining ERP data from June 2024 and adding 59 new addresses found since the Census date. Curra's growth rate of 9.9% exceeded both non-metro areas (8.8%) and national averages during this period. Interstate migration contributed approximately 80.0% of overall population gains, with other factors also being positive. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024, using 2022 as the base year.

For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 are adopted, applying proportional growth weightings based on ABS Greater Capital Region projections. Considering these projections, Curra is expected to grow by 218 persons to 2041, reflecting an increase of 8.9% in total over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Curra when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Curra averaged around 14 new dwelling approvals per year. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 72 homes were approved, with another 6 so far in FY-26. This translates to an estimated 3.1 new residents per year for every home built over the past five financial years, indicating demand outpaces supply.

New properties are constructed at an average value of $435,000, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options. In FY-26, $621,000 in commercial development approvals have been recorded, implying minimal commercial development activity compared to residential growth. Curra has around three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person compared to Rest of Qld but ranks among the 70th percentile nationally.

All recent building activity consists of detached dwellings, maintaining the area's traditional low density character with a focus on family homes. With approximately 190 people per approval, Curra reflects a developing area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Curra is expected to grow by 207 residents through to 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Curra has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified four projects that may impact this region: Lower Wonga Solar Farm (Proposed), Curra Town Centre Development, Woolooga Solar Farm, and EQUIS Lower Wonga (Woogo) BESS. The following details those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Curra recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Curra's workforce comprises an equal mix of white and blue-collar jobs, with construction being notably prominent. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6%, while employment growth over the past year is estimated at 5.1%.

As of June 2025955 residents are employed, but the unemployment rate is higher than Rest of Qld's by 3.6 percentage points. Workforce participation lags significantly at 48.1% compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. The dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction, with retail trade being particularly strong at 1.4 times the regional level. However, professional & technical services are under-represented, accounting for only 1.0% of Curra's workforce compared to Rest of Qld's 5.1%.

Employment opportunities within Curra appear limited locally, as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Between June 2024 and June 2025, employment levels increased by 5.1%, while labour force grew by 7.3%, resulting in a rise of unemployment by 1.9 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment rise by 1.8%, labour force grow by 2.0%, and unemployment increase by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 project national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Curra's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.8% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released on June 30, 2022, Curra had a median income among taxpayers of $35,741 and an average income of $43,443. These figures are lower than the national averages of $50,780 and $64,844 for Rest of Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% from financial year 2022 to September 2025, estimated median income in Curra would be approximately $40,741 and average income would be around $49,521. Census data from 2021 shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Curra all fall between the 2nd and 6th percentiles nationally. The majority of locals (31.7%, or 733 people) have incomes ranging from $800 to $1,499, unlike regional trends where this range covers only 25% of the population. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Curra, with only 83.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 8th percentile nationally.

Curra is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Curra's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 95.1% houses and 4.9% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 91.8% houses and 8.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Curra was at 40.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 48.2% and rented ones at 11.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in Curra was $1,268, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,326. The median weekly rent figure in Curra was recorded as $300, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $290. Nationally, Curra's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Curra has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 74.2% of all households, including 28.1% couples with children, 32.9% couples without children, and 12.2% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 25.8%, with lone person households at 21.8% and group households at 3.3%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.4.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 7.0%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 5.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.1%) and graduate diplomas (0.3%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 46.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (37.0%). Educational participation is high, with 26.7% currently enrolled in formal education: 11.7% in primary, 8.0% in secondary, and 2.1% in tertiary education.

Schools appear to be located outside the immediate catchment boundaries, requiring families to access them in neighboring areas.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Health performance in Curra is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Curra faces significant health challenges with various conditions affecting both younger and older age groups. Approximately 44% (~1,027 people) have private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.3%.

Mental health issues affect 12.1% of residents, while arthritis impacts 11.4%. 57.5% report no medical ailments, compared to 60.3% in Rest of Qld. The area has 22.3% (515 people) aged 65 and over, lower than the 25.4% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors present challenges but perform better than the general population in health metrics.

Curra is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Curra's population was found to have low cultural diversity, with 85.3% born in Australia and 90.3% being citizens. English was spoken exclusively at home by 97.2%. Christianity dominated Curra's religious landscape at 48.4%, slightly lower than the Rest of Qld's 50.4%.

The top ancestral groups were English (33.6%), Australian (31.1%), and Irish (7.7%). Notably, Maori representation was higher in Curra at 0.9% compared to 0.3% regionally. German representation was also lower at 4.7%, versus 5.8%. Dutch representation stood at 1.6%, slightly above the regional average of 1.2%.

Curra hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Curra has a median age of 45, which is higher than the Rest of Qld figure of 41 and above the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 are particularly prominent at 14.9%, while those aged 25-34 are comparatively smaller at 9.1%. This concentration of those aged 65-74 is higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the population aged 75 to 84 has grown from 5.6% to 6.8%, while the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 9.6% to 10.7%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 16.8% to 15.3%, and the 45 to 54 group has dropped from 13.7% to 12.5%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Curra's age structure. The 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow by 28%, reaching 270 from the current figure of 210. Conversely, population declines are projected for those aged 55 to 64 and 5 to 14.