Hollywell

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

Hollywell's population, as of November 2025, is estimated at around 3,089 people. This reflects an increase of 159 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 2,930. The increase is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of 3,084 residents following examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2024 and validation of 13 new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 1,660 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, Hollywell has shown resilient growth patterns with a compound annual growth rate of 1.1%, outpacing its SA3 area. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 56% of overall population gains during recent periods.

Other drivers such as interstate migration and natural growth were also 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 used. However, 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. Future population dynamics anticipate a significant increase in the top quartile of Australian non-metropolitan areas, with Hollywell expected to increase by 735 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an overall increase of 24.5% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Hollywell recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, sourced from statistical area data, shows Hollywell has granted around 13 residential property approvals annually over the past five financial years. This totals an estimated 67 homes. As of FY-26, 4 approvals have been recorded. On average, 3.1 new residents arrive per year for each dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25.

This indicates demand significantly exceeds supply, typically leading to price growth and increased buyer competition. New dwellings are developed at an average expected construction cost of $1,189,000, reflecting a focus on the premium segment with upmarket properties. In FY-26, $329,000 in commercial development approvals have been recorded, highlighting the area's residential nature. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Hollywell records construction activity 15.0% 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. With around 307 people per dwelling approval, Hollywell exhibits characteristics of a low density area. Population forecasts indicate Hollywell will gain 757 residents by 2041, based on 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 20% nationally

No infrastructure changes are expected in the area as no projects have been identified by AreaSearch. Key planned developments include Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area Project, Coombabah Lakelands Conservation Area Park Upgrades, Serenity 4212, and Hope Island Marina Shopping Centre Expansion.

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

Hollywell has a skilled workforce with the construction sector being particularly prominent. Its unemployment rate is 3.0% and it experienced an estimated employment growth of 2.0% in the past year.

As of June 2025, there are 1,529 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.9% below Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is somewhat lower at 56.8%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries of employment among residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Hollywell has a high specialization in construction with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level.

Agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented at 0.2% compared to Rest of Qld's 4.5%. Employment opportunities appear limited locally as indicated by Census working population vs resident population count. In the year to June 2025, employment levels increased by 2.0% and labour force by 2.1%, keeping unemployment broadly flat. By comparison, Rest of Qld recorded employment growth of 1.8%, labour force growth of 2.0%, with unemployment rising 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest Hollywell's employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to its current employment mix.

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

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Hollywell has high income levels nationally. The median income is $57,556 and the average is $87,933. This contrasts with Rest of Qld's median income of $50,780 and average income of $64,844. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $65,608 (median) and $100,235 (average). The 2021 Census data shows Hollywell's household, family, and personal incomes cluster around the 57th percentile nationally. The predominant income cohort spans 31.8% of locals (982 people), earning between $1,500 - 2,999 annually, similar to the broader area at 31.7%. High housing costs consume 15.2% of income, but strong earnings place 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, comprised 68.3% houses and 31.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro Qld's 41.7% houses and 58.3% other dwellings. Home ownership in Hollywell stood at 44.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 34.2% and rented ones at 21.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment 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, and 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 25.9%, with lone person households at 23.0% and group households comprising 2.7%. The median household size is 2.4 people, 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 has 22.0% of residents aged 15+ with university degrees, compared to Australia's 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 15.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational credentials are held by 41.2% of residents aged 15+, including advanced diplomas (13.3%) and certificates (27.9%). Currently, 22.8% of the population is actively pursuing formal education: 8.1% in primary, 7.3% in secondary, and 3.3% in tertiary education.

Educational facilities seem to be outside immediate catchment boundaries, requiring families to access schools in neighboring areas.

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 currently operating. These are served by a mix of bus routes, totaling three different services. The combined weekly passenger trips across these routes amount to 856.

Residents' access to transport is rated as good, with an average distance of 210 meters to the nearest stop. Each route offers service on average 122 times daily, translating to roughly 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% (1,916 people), compared to Rest of Qld's 53.9%. Nationally, the average is 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (10.6%) and asthma (7.0%). 67.4% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to Rest of Qld's 64.5%. Hollywell has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 29.6% (914 people), compared to Rest of Qld's 25.8%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors are strong and perform 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 has a cultural diversity below average, with 77.1% of its population born in Australia, 89.5% being citizens, and 94.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the main religion in Hollywell, comprising 59.5% of people, compared to 51.1% across Rest of Qld. The top three ancestry groups are English (34.5%), Australian (24.9%), and Irish (9.0%).

Notably, French ethnicity is overrepresented at 0.9%, compared to the regional average of 0.7%. Russian ethnicity also stands out at 0.6%, higher than the regional average of 0.4%. New Zealand ethnicity is slightly underrepresented at 1.1%, compared to the regional average of 1.4%.

Hollywell ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Hollywell's median age is 51, surpassing Rest of Qld's figure of 41 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Rest of Qld, Hollywell has an over-representation of the 65-74 cohort at 15.5%, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 7.2%. This concentration of the 65-74 cohort is notably higher than the national average of 9.4%. Between 2021 and present, Hollywell's population has seen an increase in the 75 to 84 age group from 9.7% to 11.5%, while the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 14.0% to 12.0% and the 65 to 74 group has dropped from 17.0% to 15.5%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Hollywell's age structure, with the 85+ cohort more than doubling from 80 to 210 people (a 161% increase), while the 15-24 cohort grows modestly by 1%, adding just 3 people.