Healy

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

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Healy is around 1,794 people. This reflects a decrease from the 2021 Census figure of 1,824 people, indicating a decline of 30 individuals (1.6%). AreaSearch's estimation, based on examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and address validation since the Census date, shows this resident population level. This equates to a density ratio of 720 persons per square kilometer, aligning with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Natural growth contributed approximately 65.0% of overall population gains during recent periods in Healy.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023, based on 2021 data, are used. However, these state projections lack age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023, using 2022 data for each age cohort. Looking ahead to 2041, population projections indicate a decline of 88 persons overall. However, specific age cohorts are expected to grow, notably the 25 to 34 age group, projected to increase by 25 people.

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

Healy has approved less than one new dwelling annually over the past five years. This minimal construction activity is typical in rural areas due to modest housing needs and limited development by local demand and infrastructure capacity. The small sample size can significantly influence annual growth statistics.

Healy's development activity is notably lower compared to the rest of Queensland and below national averages. With a stable or declining population expected, Healy may face reduced housing pressure, potentially benefiting property buyers.

With population expected to remain stable or decline, Healy should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

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

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

Healy has a skilled workforce with well-represented essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate was 3.3% as of December 2025, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. At this time, 994 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 0.7% lower than Regional Queensland's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation in Healy was higher at 75.6%, compared to Regional Queensland's 64.5%. Census responses indicated that only 3.2% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment among residents is concentrated in mining, education and training, and health care and social assistance sectors. Notably, mining employment levels were at 9.2 times the regional average.

Conversely, construction showed lower representation at 4.2% compared to the regional average of 10.1%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, Healy's labour force decreased by 2.4%, accompanied by a 2.1% decrease in employment, resulting in a 0.3 percentage point fall in unemployment rate. In contrast, Regional Queensland recorded employment growth of 0.7%, labour force growth of 1.0%, and an increase in unemployment by 0.3 percentage points during the same period. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 provide further insight into potential future demand within Healy. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Healy's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.0% over five years and 11.9% over ten years, although these are simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes only and do not consider localised population projections.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Healy's median income among taxpayers is $87,674. The average income in the suburb is $100,570. Nationally, these figures are exceptionally high compared to Regional Qld's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Healy would be approximately $97,634 (median) and $111,995 (average) as of March 2026. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Healy rank highly nationally, between the 96th and 97th percentiles. Income analysis reveals that 31.6% of residents (566 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket, similar to the metropolitan region where 31.7% occupy this range. A substantial presence of higher earners is indicated, with 51.1% exceeding $3,000 weekly. After housing costs, residents retain 89.7% of their income. The area'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

In Healy, as per the most recent Census evaluation, 98.3% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 1.7% being other types such as semi-detached homes and apartments. This is in contrast to Regional Queensland's dwelling structure which was 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Healy stood at 20.3%, with mortgaged properties making up 47.3% and rented dwellings comprising 32.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,733, surpassing Regional Queensland's average of $1,655. Meanwhile, the median weekly rent in Healy was $380 compared to Regional Queensland's $345. Nationally, Healy's median monthly mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while median weekly 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%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Regional 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 the most prevalent at 13.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational credentials are common, with 42.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (8.6%) and certificates (34.0%). Educational participation is high, with 32.9% currently enrolled in formal education: 12.1% in primary, 12.1% in secondary, and 3.2% in 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.

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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 shows positive outcomes for Healy residents. Mortality rates and health conditions align with national benchmarks. Common health conditions are seen across both young and old age cohorts.

Private health cover is exceptionally high at 67% of the total population (1,202 people), compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. The most common medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 7.8% and 4.6% of residents respectively. 77.9% of residents declare no medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Regional Qld. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. There are 129 residents aged 65 and over (7.2%), lower than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors rank higher than the general population nationally.

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

Healy's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 87.4% of its population being citizens, 83.4% born in Australia, and 90.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the main religion in Healy, comprising 56.3% of people, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (30.9%), English (21.9%), and Australian Aboriginal (9.8%).

Notably, South Australian (1.3%) is overrepresented in Healy compared to the regional average of 0.5%, as are Maori (1.2% vs 0.8%) and New Zealand (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 younger than Regional Queensland's figure of 41 and Australia's national average of 38 years. The 5-14 age group is strongly represented at 17.2%, compared to Regional Queensland's figure, while the 65-74 cohort is less prevalent at 4.6%. This concentration in the 5-14 age group is well above the national average of 12.0%. Between 2021 and present, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 14.2% to 15.2% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 18.4% to 17.2%, and the 45 to 54 group has dropped from 13.5% to 12.3%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Healy's age structure. Notably, the 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow by 7%, adding 19 people to reach a total of 292 from the current figure of 272. Meanwhile, both the 45 to 54 and 5 to 14 age groups are expected to see reduced numbers.