Hollywell

Hollywell has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Hollywell's population is estimated at 3,104 as of Nov 2025, reflecting an increase of 174 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 2,930. This change is inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 3,091 following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2024 and additional validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,668 persons per square kilometer, above average national levels assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Hollywell has shown resilient growth patterns with a 1.1% compound annual growth rate, outpacing its SA3 area. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 56% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including interstate migration and natural growth were positive factors. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. These state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Future population dynamics anticipate a significant increase in the top quartile of Australian non-metropolitan areas, with Hollywell expected to increase by 733 persons to 2041 reflecting an overall increase of 23.8% over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers for Hollywell shows approximately 13 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 68 homes. In FY26 so far, 11 approvals have been recorded. This results in around 558 people per dwelling approval in Hollywell. From FY21 to FY25, an average of 3.1 new residents arrived per year per dwelling constructed.

New dwellings are developed at an average cost of $1,189,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. In this financial year, $70,000 in commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting the area's residential nature. Hollywell records elevated construction activity compared to the rest of Qld, at 17.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years. However, construction activity has eased recently. New development consists of 43.0% standalone homes and 57.0% townhouses or apartments, marking a significant shift from existing housing patterns (currently 68.0% houses).

This trend suggests diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. Population forecasts indicate Hollywell will gain 740 residents by 2041, according to 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.

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

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

Hollywell's workforce is skilled with notable representation in construction. The unemployment rate was 3.1% in the past year, with estimated employment growth of 2.3%.

As of September 2025, Hollywell had 1,539 residents employed and an unemployment rate of 0.9% below Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation was 56.8%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries for employment were construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Construction had a share of employment 1.6 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing was under-represented at 0.2% compared to Rest of Qld's 4.5%.

Limited local employment opportunities were indicated by Census working population vs resident population count. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 2.3%, labour force by 2.4%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. Rest of Qld recorded employment growth of 1.7% with a rise in unemployment of 0.3 percentage points. State-level data to 25-Nov-25 showed Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01% and its unemployment rate was 4.2%, closely aligned with the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with local growth rates differing significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Hollywell's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.4% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's data for financial year 2023 shows Hollywell's median income at $57,556 and average income at $87,933. Rest of Qld has a median income of $53,146 and an average income of $66,593. As of September 2025, estimated median income is approximately $63,260 and average income is around $96,647, based on Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. Hollywell's incomes from the 2021 Census are at the 57th percentile nationally. The predominant income cohort in Hollywell is 31.8% (987 people) earning $1,500 - 2,999 annually. Housing costs consume 15.2% of income, with disposable income at the 59th percentile nationally. Hollywell's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Hollywell displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Hollywell's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 68.3% houses and 31.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 41.7% houses and 58.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hollywell was at 44.5%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (34.2%) or rented (21.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Hollywell was $2,167, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,733. Weekly rent in Hollywell was recorded at $530, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $410. Nationally, Hollywell's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 74.1% of all households, including 27.7% couples with children, 37.8% couples without children, and 8.1% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 25.9%, with lone person households at 23.0% and group households comprising 2.7%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.2.

Hollywell shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

Hollywell Trail's educational qualifications trail Australian benchmarks, with 22.0% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to the national average of 30.4%. The gap suggests potential for educational development and skill enhancement. Bachelor degrees are most common at 15.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 41.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas at 13.3% and certificates at 27.9%.

Notably, 22.8% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 8.1% in primary, 7.3% in secondary, and 3.3% in tertiary education.

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

Hollywell has ten active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by three distinct routes that together facilitate 856 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these services is rated as good, with residents typically situated 210 meters from the nearest stop.

On average, there are 122 daily trips across all routes, equating to around 85 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Hollywell's health indicators show below-average results with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 62% of the total population (1,925 people), compared to 52.6% across Rest of Qld and a national average of 55.7%. The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 10.6% and 7.0% of residents respectively.

However, 67.4% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 64.5% across Rest of Qld. Hollywell has 29.6% of residents aged 65 and over (918 people), higher than the 25.8% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, performing better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Hollywell had a cultural diversity level below average, with 77.1% of its population born in Australia, 89.5% being citizens, and 94.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Hollywell, making up 59.5% of its people, compared to 51.1% across the rest of Queensland. The top three ancestry groups were English (34.5%), Australian (24.9%), and Irish (9.0%).

Notably, French ethnicity was overrepresented at 0.9%, compared to 0.7% regionally, while Russian ethnicity stood at 0.6%, higher than the regional average of 0.4%. New Zealand ethnicity was also present at 1.1%, slightly lower than the regional figure of 1.4%.

Hollywell ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Hollywell's median age is 51, exceeding Rest of Qld's figure of 41 and Australia's 38 years. Compared to Rest of Qld average, Hollywell has an over-representation of the 65-74 cohort at 15.5%, while the 25-34 year-olds are under-represented at 7.2%. This 65-74 concentration is well above Australia's national figure of 9.4%. Between 2021 and present, Hollywell's 75 to 84 age group has grown from 9.7% to 11.5%, while the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 14.0% to 12.0% and the 65 to 74 group dropped from 17.0% to 15.5%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts in Hollywell's age structure: the 85+ cohort is projected to double, expanding by 129 people (160%) from 80 to 210; meanwhile, the 15-24 cohort grows by a modest 1% (2 people).