Currumbin

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

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validations, as of November 2025, Currumbin's estimated population is around 3,459. This reflects a growth of 181 people from the 2021 Census figure of 3,278, indicating a 5.5% increase. AreaSearch estimates this based on resident population data from June 2024 ABS ERP release and validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is 1,695 persons per square kilometer, above national averages assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade ending in 2021, Currumbin's compound annual growth rate was 1.5%, outperforming its SA3 area. Overseas migration contributed approximately 78% of overall population gains during recent periods.

For projections, AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia data for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. Post-2032 and for areas not covered by this data, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 are used, applying proportional growth weightings based on ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023. Looking ahead, the Currumbin (SA2) is projected to grow above median regional population growth rates, adding 493 persons by 2041, a 15.5% increase over 17 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Currumbin according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Currumbin had around 6 dwellings receiving development approval annually over the past 5 financial years, totalling an estimated 32 homes. In FY-26 so far, 7 approvals have been recorded. This results in approximately 6.6 new residents arriving per year per dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25. Commercial development approvals this financial year total $250,000, indicating a predominantly residential focus.

Compared to the Rest of Qld, Currumbin has significantly less development activity, being 80.0% below the regional average per person. Recent building activity consists entirely of attached dwellings, marking a departure from existing housing patterns (currently 46.0% houses). Population forecasts indicate Currumbin will gain 535 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth.

Population forecasts indicate Currumbin will gain 535 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 14 projects likely influencing this region. Notable ones are Currumbin Creek Southern Training Wall Renewal, Gold Coast Highway (Broadbeach to Coolangatta) Currumbin Creek Cycleway, Gold Coast Light Rail Stage 4, and Tugun Satellite Health Centre (Banyahrmabah). The following list details those most relevant.

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Currumbin ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Currumbin has a highly educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 2.8% as of September 2025, below the Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.8%, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, 2,001 residents were in work with a workforce participation rate of 64.9%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training, with particularly strong specialization in professional & technical services, at 1.6 times the regional level. However, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, with only 0.5% of Currumbin's workforce compared to Rest of Qld's 4.5%.

Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. In the 12-month period ending September 2025, employment increased by 2.8%, labour force increased by 2.5%, and unemployment fell by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Qld experienced employment growth of 1.7% and labour force growth of 2.1%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 shows QLD employment contracted by 0.01% (losing 1,210 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%, broadly in line with the national rate of 4.3%. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia project national employment to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Currumbin's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released on June 30, 2023, Currumbin had a median income among taxpayers of $53,965. The average income stood at $73,313. This is higher than the national average and compares to levels of $53,146 and $66,593 across Rest of Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since June 2023, current estimates would be approximately $59,313 (median) and $80,578 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Currumbin cluster around the 61st percentile nationally. Distribution data shows that 30.8% of the population (1,065 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, mirroring regional levels where 31.7% occupy this bracket. High housing costs consume 17.0% of income. However, strong earnings place disposable income at the 54th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

Currumbin features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

The latest Census evaluated Currumbin's dwelling structure as 45.7% houses and 54.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 49.8% houses and 50.2% other dwellings. Home ownership in Currumbin was at 36.6%, with the remainder being mortgaged (32.3%) or rented (31.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Currumbin was $2,134, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $2,000. The median weekly rent figure in Currumbin was $490, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $450. Nationally, Currumbin's mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,134 than the Australian average of $1,863. Rents in Currumbin were substantially above the national figure of $375 at $490.

Currumbin features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 65.4% of all households, including 26.4% couples with children, 27.6% couples without children, and 10.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 34.6%, with lone person households at 29.1% and group households comprising 5.7%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.4.

Currumbin performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

Currumbin's educational attainment exceeds broader standards, with 34.5% of residents aged 15+ having university qualifications compared to 20.6% in the rest of Queensland and 25.4% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are most common at 25.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.2%). Vocational credentials are also prevalent, with 34.5% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications - advanced diplomas (12.0%) and certificates (22.5%). Educational participation is high, with 27.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 9.0% in primary education, 7.7% in secondary education, and 5.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Transport analysis shows 18 active stops operating in Currumbin. These are a mix of bus services. Five routes serve these stops, providing 1290 weekly passenger trips in total.

Transport accessibility is rated good, with residents typically located 232 meters from the nearest stop. Service frequency averages 184 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 71 weekly trips per individual stop.

Currumbin's residents are extremely healthy with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Currumbin with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.

The rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 56% of the total population (~1,945 people). The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 7.6% and 6.6% of residents respectively. A total of 73.2% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 70.3% across Rest of Qld. As of a specific date (not specified in the original text), 19.0% of residents are aged 65 and over, equating to approximately 657 people. Health outcomes among seniors perform particularly strong, even better than the general population in health metrics.

Currumbin ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Currumbin's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 87.8% of its population being citizens, 81.6% born in Australia, and 95.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion in Currumbin, comprising 43.1% of the population. However, Judaism was notably overrepresented, making up 0.3% compared to the regional average of 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups based on parents' country of birth were English (32.6%), Australian (23.5%), and Irish (13.1%). Other ethnic groups with notable differences included French at 0.8% in Currumbin versus 0.6% regionally, Scottish at 9.3% versus 8.9%, and South African at 0.7% versus 0.4%.

Currumbin's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in Currumbin was 41 years as of the 2021 Census, matching Rest of Qld's average age but somewhat older than Australia's average age of 38 years. Compared to Rest of Qld, Currumbin had a higher concentration of residents aged 35-44 (17.2%) but fewer residents aged 15-24 (9.5%). Between the 2016 and 2021 Censuses, Currumbin's median age decreased by 1 year from 42 to 41 years, indicating a shift towards a younger demographic. Key changes in age groups showed that the 25-34 age group grew from 12.6% to 15.1%, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 15.3% to 17.2%. Conversely, the 55-64 age group declined from 13.9% to 11.6%, and the 5-14 age group dropped from 11.9% to 10.0%. Demographic modeling suggests that Currumbin's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041, with the 25-34 age cohort projected to grow strongly, increasing by 157 people (30%) from 522 to 680 residents. Meanwhile, population declines are projected for the 55-64 and 15-24 age cohorts.