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Population
Home Hill has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch
Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validations, the estimated population of the suburb of Home Hill is around 2,976 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase from the 2,876 people reported in the 2021 Census, marking a growth of 100 people or approximately 3.5%. AreaSearch estimated this population following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and address validation since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 147 persons per square kilometer. The suburb's growth rate exceeded that of its SA3 area, which was 3.4%, indicating it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 87.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary population growth.
AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are used, released in 2023 based on 2021 data. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Population projections indicate a decline of 323 persons by 2041. However, specific age cohorts are expected to grow, with the 85 and over age group projected to expand by 48 people.
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Development
Residential development activity is lower than average in Home Hill according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets
Home Hill has had minimal residential development activity with less than one dwelling approval annually over the past five years (only two approvals). This low level of development is typical in rural areas where housing needs are modest and construction activity is limited by local demand and infrastructure capacity. It should be noted that due to the small number of approvals, individual projects can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.
Home Hill has much lower development activity compared to the rest of Queensland, with development levels also below national averages. Population projections indicate stability or decline in Home Hill, which is expected to result in reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.
With population projections showing stability or decline, Home Hill should see reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.
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Infrastructure
Home Hill has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally
Area infrastructure changes significantly influence local performance. AreaSearch identified zero relevant projects. Notable initiatives are Bowen Pipeline Project, Bowen Basin Gas Pipeline, Burdekin Falls Dam Raising and Improvement Project (completed 2017), Isaac And Whitsunday Regions Productive Water Supply Project (commenced 2016).
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Queensland Energy Roadmap 2025
A statewide five-year energy transformation program released by the Crisafulli Government on 10 October 2025, replacing the former Labor government's 2022 Energy and Jobs Plan. The Roadmap centres on three objectives: affordability, reliability and sustainability. Key commitments include a $1.6 billion Electricity Maintenance Guarantee to maintain state-owned coal assets operating to at least their technical lives (some to 2046 and potentially beyond), a $400 million Queensland Energy Investment Fund and QIC Investor Gateway to attract private sector capital into new generation and storage, and a Central Queensland Gas Power Tender for at least 400 MW of new gas-fired generation. Queensland's existing renewable energy targets have been formally repealed, while a net zero by 2050 commitment is retained. Active transmission priorities include the QIC-led CopperString Eastern Link (330 kV, major construction from 2028, commercial operations by 2032) and Powerlink's Gladstone Grid Reinforcement project. Battery storage targets include at least 3.1 GW of short-duration storage by 2030 and up to 4 GW of medium-duration storage by 2035. The Roadmap is estimated to reduce energy system costs by $26 billion to 2035 compared to Labor's early-closure plan.
Queensland Energy Roadmap - SuperGrid Infrastructure Program
The Queensland Energy Roadmap (released October 2025) replaced the former Energy and Jobs Plan SuperGrid Blueprint, shifting from rigid renewable percentage targets to a reliability and emissions-reduction focus. Key infrastructure programs include: CopperString (QIC-led 330kV Eastern Link from Hughenden to Burdekin region, major construction commencing 2028, commercial operations by 2032, supported by a $200 million North West Energy Fund); the Gladstone Project Priority Transmission Investment (new 275kV Calvale to Calliope River transmission line, Gladstone West Substation by mid-2029, Bouldercombe to Larcom Creek line by mid-2030, with construction on initial works expected from mid-2026); and synchronous condenser installations at Stanwell, Nebo and Calliope River substations (Hitachi Energy contract signed April 2026, delivery by 2029). QIC has assumed oversight of the Borumba, Mt Rawdon, Big T and Capricornia pumped hydro assessments. The Pioneer-Burdekin pumped hydro project has been cancelled. Coal assets will continue operating to technical life. The roadmap projects whole-of-system cost savings of approximately $26 billion to 2035 versus the previous plan. Renewable energy targets have been formally repealed, with net zero by 2050 retained as the overarching commitment. By 2030, around 16GW of new generation and storage capacity is forecast, including 6.8GW of wind and large-scale solar and 3.8GW of storage.
Queensland Energy Roadmap 2025
The Queensland Energy Roadmap 2025 is a five-year strategic framework delivered by the Crisafulli Government on 10 October 2025 to deliver affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy through 2035. Key initiatives include a $1.6 billion Electricity Maintenance Guarantee for existing government-owned coal and gas assets, a $400 million Energy Investment Fund to catalyse private sector investment in renewables (solar, hydro) and storage, and a mandate for at least 2.6 GW of new gas generation by 2035 including a Central Queensland Gas Power Tender for 400 MW of gas-fired capacity. The supporting Energy Roadmap Amendment Act 2025 was passed by Queensland Parliament on 10 December 2025, formally repealing previous renewable energy targets while maintaining a net-zero by 2050 commitment. The Act establishes a QIC Investor Gateway to attract private capital, renames Renewable Energy Zones as Regional Energy Hubs, and enshrines a framework for the CopperString transmission project connecting North and North West Queensland to the National Electricity Market. By 2030, the Roadmap forecasts up to 6.8 GW of additional wind and large-scale solar, 600 MW of new gas-fired generation, and up to 3.8 GW of new storage. The plan is projected to reduce energy system costs by $26 billion to 2035 versus the previous government's plan.
Queensland Energy Roadmap 2025
Released on 10 October 2025, the Queensland Energy Roadmap is the Crisafulli Government's five-year energy strategy, replacing the previous Labor Energy and Jobs Plan. It focuses on affordability, reliability and sustainability, targeting net zero by 2050 while operating state-owned coal assets to their technical life (at least 2046). Key initiatives include: a $1.6 billion Electricity Maintenance Guarantee for existing coal assets; a $400 million Queensland Energy Investment Fund managed by QIC; the QIC-led delivery of CopperString 330kV Eastern Link from Townsville to Hughenden (major construction from 2028, commercial operations by 2032); a $200 million North West Energy Fund; QIC assessment of pumped hydro projects at Borumba, Mt Rawdon, Big T and Capricornia; a Central Queensland Gas Power Tender for 400MW of new gas-fired capacity; and Powerlink's Gladstone Project transmission upgrades. Planned energy capital expenditure is $6.7 billion in 2025-26.
Burdekin Falls Dam Raising and Improvement Project
A major infrastructure project involving a 2-metre raise of the existing Burdekin Falls Dam spillway to increase water storage capacity by approximately 574,240 megalitres. The project includes structural safety improvements to meet modern ANCOLD standards, concrete buttressing, and the construction of new or raised saddle dams. It aims to support regional water security for agriculture, urban use, and the emerging green hydrogen industry in North Queensland. Currently, the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is active, with the project declaration lapse date extended to April 2027.
Bowen Pipeline Project
A 182 km underground water pipeline project designed to deliver 100,000 ML of water annually from the Burdekin River to the Bowen and Collinsville regions. The project utilizes high-density polyethylene (HDPE) technology and solar power to reduce transport emissions. It aims to support the Abbot Point State Development Area, local agriculture, and emerging green energy industries. Notably, the project features an equity partnership with the Juru and Bindal Traditional Owners and is currently in the final stages of Federal and State Government assessment.
Bruce Highway Targeted Safety Program
A jointly funded Australian and Queensland Government road safety program delivering priority upgrades on high-risk sections of the Bruce Highway north of Gympie. The program includes wide centre line treatments, road widening, pavement strengthening, intersection upgrades, overtaking lanes, narrow structure widening and rest areas. Current works include early start and accelerated construction packages, with 22 new design and construction contracts released to market in 2026 and delivery targeted by 2030.
Bowen Basin Gas Pipeline
A proposed 500km gas transmission pipeline to connect coal seam gas reserves in the Bowen Basin to the east coast domestic market and overseas customers via existing pipeline infrastructure. The project completed Phase 1 concept study in December 2021 and Phase 2 market engagement in December 2022. Phase 2 findings showed market interest exists but timing is critical for investor confidence. The pipeline could potentially transport up to 457 TJ/d of gas from three main regions: Moranbah (200 TJ/d), Blackwater (77 TJ/d), and Mahalo (180 TJ/d). The preferred route (Option 2B) would run approximately 390km from the Bowen Basin to connect with existing infrastructure near Rolleston. The project also aims to capture coal mine methane emissions to reduce fugitive emissions and support Queensland's transition to a low-carbon economy.
Employment
Employment drivers in Home Hill are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia
Home Hill's workforce comprises both white and blue-collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors prominent. The unemployment rate is 6.5%, as per AreaSearch's statistical area aggregation. As of December 2025, 1,229 residents are employed while the unemployment rate stands at 8.5% compared to Regional Queensland's 4.0%.
Workforce participation in Home Hill lags at 52.3%, against Regional Queensland's 64.5%. Census data reveals that only 5.6% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Employment is concentrated in manufacturing (2.8 times the regional average), agriculture, forestry & fishing, and health care & social assistance. Construction employment is lower at 5.0%, versus the regional average of 10.1%.
The area offers limited local employment opportunities, indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Over December 2024 to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 0.8% and employment declined by 2.5%, raising unemployment by 1.6 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Queensland experienced employment growth of 0.7% and labour force growth of 1.0%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest Home Hill's employment should increase by 5.1% over five years and 11.7% over ten years, based on industry-specific projections applied to the local employment mix.
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Income
The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data
AreaSearch's aggregation of ATO data released for financial year ended June 2023 shows Home Hill had a median taxpayer income of $46,247 and an average of $53,715. This is lower than the national averages of $53,146 and $66,593 in Regional Qld. By March 2026, estimates based on Wage Price Index growth suggest median income will be approximately $51,501 and average $59,817. Census data places Home Hill incomes between the 14th and 20th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket comprises 30.4% earning $1,500 - $2,999 weekly, similar to surrounding regions at 31.7%. Despite modest housing costs allowing for 89.8% income retention, disposable income ranks at the 20th percentile nationally.
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Housing
Home Hill is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership
Dwelling structure in Home Hill, as per the latest Census, consisted of 94.1% houses and 5.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This contrasts with Regional Qld's figures of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home Hill's home ownership rate was 47.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 27.6% and rented ones at 24.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,083, lower than Regional Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure in Home Hill was recorded as $220, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Home Hill's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
Home Hill has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size
Family households account for 69.8% of all households, including 22.7% couples with children, 34.9% couples without children, and 11.7% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 30.2%, with lone person households at 28.3% and group households comprising 2.0%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.
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Local Schools & Education
Home Hill faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally
The area's university qualification rate is 9.8%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 7.8%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.1%) and postgraduate qualifications (0.9%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 39.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (6.8%) and certificates (32.8%).
Educational participation is high, with 25.6% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, comprising 9.8% in primary, 9.5% in secondary, and 2.2% in tertiary education.
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Transport
No public transport data available for this catchment area.
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Health
Health performance in Home Hill is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts
Health data indicates significant health challenges in Home Hill. AreaSearch's assessment shows high prevalence of common health conditions across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low, at approximately 48% of the total population (around 1,443 people), compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%.
The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 12.4% of residents) and mental health issues (8.6%). Conversely, 60.5% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Regional Qld. Working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. Home Hill has a higher proportion of seniors, at 28.7% (854 people), than Regional Qld's 20.4%. Senior health outcomes present some challenges but align broadly with national rankings for the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Cultural Diversity
Home Hill is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics
Home Hill's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 89.5% of its population being citizens, 91.3% born in Australia, and 94.0% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the main religion in Home Hill, comprising 72.9% of people, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (28.9%), English (27.2%), and Italian (11.6%), with Italian being substantially higher than the regional average of 2.4%.
Notably, Spanish representation is overrepresented at 0.7%, compared to 0.3% regionally; German is also slightly overrepresented at 4.9%, versus 4.7%; Australian Aboriginal representation stands at 4.2%, compared to 3.9% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
Age
Home Hill hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide
Home Hill's median age at 49 years exceeds both Regional Qld's average of 41 years and the national average of 38 years. The age profile shows that those aged 65-74 are notably prominent, making up 15.3% of the population, which is higher than both Regional Qld's and the national concentration (9.4%). Meanwhile, the 35-44 age group comprises only 8.7%, lower than Regional Qld's average. Since 2021, the proportion of 25 to 34-year-olds has increased from 9.2% to 10.2%. Conversely, the percentage of those aged 45 to 54 has decreased from 12.5% to 11.6%. By 2041, Home Hill's age composition is expected to change significantly. The number of people aged 85 and above is projected to grow by 36%, reaching 170 from 124. This growth will be led by the aging population dynamic, with those aged 65 and above accounting for 93% of projected growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for both the 75-84 age group and the 0-4 age cohort.