Healy

Healy has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, Healy's estimated population is 1,817 as of Feb 2026. This reflects a decrease from the 2021 Census figure of 1,824 people, a change inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate using latest ERP data (June 2024). The population density is 729 persons per square kilometer, similar to averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Natural growth contributed approximately 65.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections 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 released in 2023 (based on 2021 data) are used, applying proportional growth weightings from ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Projected demographic shifts indicate a decline of 93 persons by 2041. However, specific age cohorts like the 25 to 34 group are expected to grow, projected at an increase of 32 people over this period.

The level of residential development activity in Healy is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Healy has seen minimal development activity over the past five years, averaging less than one approval per year. The rural nature of Healy drives its development, which is typically focused on meeting specific local housing needs rather than broader market demand. This results in low development levels compared to other areas.

Construction activity in Healy is significantly lower than that seen in the Rest of Qld and national averages. Population projections indicate stability or decline in Healy, suggesting reduced housing demand pressures, which may benefit potential buyers.

With population projections showing stability or decline, Healy should see reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

Healy has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

No factor impacts an area's performance more than changes to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified zero projects expected to affect this area. Key projects are Mount Isa Future Ready Economy Roadmap, Mount Isa Mines - Black Star Open Cut Project, Mount Isa Police Accommodation and Justice System Resourcing, Essential Pipeline Works - City Low and High Systems. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Healy exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators

Healy's unemployment rate was 3.4% as of September 2025, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. This rate is 0.6% lower than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. The workforce participation rate in Healy was 76.6%, compared to Rest of Qld's 65.7%.

Based on Census responses, only 3.2% of residents worked from home. Employment is concentrated in mining (9.2 times the regional level), education & training, and health care & social assistance. Construction employment is under-represented at 4.2%, compared to Rest of Qld's 10.1%. Over the year to September 2025, labour force levels decreased by 0.8% alongside a 0.8% employment decline, leaving unemployment broadly flat.

This contrasts with Rest of Qld, where employment grew by 1.7%, labour force expanded by 2.1%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Healy's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.0% over five years and 11.9% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released on June 30, 2023, Healy suburb had a median taxpayer income of $87,674 and an average income of $100,570. Nationally, these figures are exceptionally high compared to the Rest of Qld's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth from June 2023 to September 2025, estimated incomes in Healy would be approximately $96,362 (median) and $110,536 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Healy rank between the 96th and 97th percentiles nationally. Income analysis shows that 31.6% of Healy's population earns between $1,500 and $2,999 per week, similar to metropolitan regions where 31.7% fall within this range. The suburb demonstrates affluence with 51.1% earning over $3,000 per week, supporting premium retail and service offerings. After housing costs, residents retain 89.7% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power. Healy's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

Healy's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 98.3% houses and 1.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compared to Non-Metro Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Healy was at 20.3%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (47.3%) or rented (32.5%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Healy was $1,733, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure for Healy was $380, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, Healy's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 82.2% of all households, including 46.3% couples with children, 28.0% couples without children, and 8.4% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 17.8%, with lone person households at 14.0% and group households comprising 2.2% of the total. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Healy faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 20.0%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 13.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 42.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas (8.6%) and certificates (34.0%). Educational participation is high at 32.9%, including 12.1% in primary education, 12.1% in secondary education, and 3.2% pursuing tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 32.9% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.1% in primary education, 12.1% in secondary education, and 3.2% pursuing tertiary education.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Healy's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Health data for Healy residents shows positive outcomes, aligning with national benchmarks for mortality rates and health conditions. Common health issues are seen across both young and old age groups, with asthma and mental health problems affecting 7.8% and 4.6% of residents respectively. Private health cover is high at approximately 67% (1,218 people), compared to 52.5% in Rest of Qld and a national average of 55.7%.

Most residents, 77.9%, report no medical ailments, higher than the 67.6% in Rest of Qld. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 6.9% (125 people) aged 65 and over, lower than Rest of Qld's 20.4%. Senior health outcomes rank nationally higher than the general population.

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

Healy's population was found to be less diverse culturally, with 87.4% being citizens, 83.4% born in Australia, and 90.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 56.3%, compared to 52.2% across Rest of Qld. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (30.9%), English (21.9%) which was lower than the regional average of 29.6%, and Australian Aboriginal (9.8%) which was substantially higher than the regional average of 3.9%.

Notably, South African representation was overrepresented at 1.3% in Healy compared to 0.5% regionally, Maori at 1.2% vs 0.8%, and New Zealand at 1.0% vs 0.9%.

Healy's young demographic places it in the bottom 15% of areas nationwide

Healy's median age is 33, which is lower than Rest of Qld's figure of 41 and Australia's median age of 38. The 5-14 age group constitutes 17.0% of Healy's population, higher than Rest of Qld's percentage, while the 65-74 cohort makes up 4.5%. Between 2021 and the present, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 14.2% to 15.6%, whereas the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 13.5% to 12.1% and the 5-14 group has fallen from 18.4% to 17.0%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Healy's age structure: the 25 to 34 group is expected to grow by 5 people, reaching 298 from 283, while both the 45 to 54 and 5-14 age groups are projected to decrease.