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Population
Jubilee Pocket lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends
Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area and new addresses validated by AreaSearch, as of May 2026, the estimated population of Jubilee Pocket is around 2,304. This reflects an increase of 257 people (12.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,047 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,299 estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and an additional 13 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 581 persons per square kilometer. Jubilee Pocket's growth since the 2021 census exceeded that of the SA4 region (7.6%) and the Rest of Qld, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration contributing approximately 57.99999999999999% of overall population gains during recent periods.
AreaSearch is adopting 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. Considering projected demographic shifts, a significant population increase is forecast for the suburb of Jubilee Pocket, with an expected increase of 718 persons to 2041 reflecting a total increase of 30.9% over the 16 years.
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Development
AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Jubilee Pocket among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide
AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, indicates Jubilee Pocket averaged around 12 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 63 homes. As of FY-26, 7 approvals have been recorded. Between FY-21 and FY-25, an average of 3.1 new residents arrived per year per dwelling constructed. This suggests supply is lagging demand, potentially leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures.
New homes are being built at an average expected construction cost value of $1,982,000, indicating a focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, $1.9 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, predominantly for residential projects. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Jubilee Pocket shows 16.0% lower construction activity per person but ranks among the 89th percentile nationally, with recent intensification in construction activity.
New developments consist of 80.0% standalone homes and 20.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's traditional low-density character focused on family homes. With around 87 people per dwelling approval, Jubilee Pocket exhibits growth area characteristics. AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate projects Jubilee Pocket to add 713 residents by 2041. At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.
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Infrastructure
Jubilee Pocket has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally
No changes can impact an area's performance more than alterations to local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. Zero projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially impacting the area. Key projects include Port of Airlie Marina Development, Proserpine-Shute Harbour Road Upgrades (Hamilton Plains Flood Immunity and Cannonvale Capacity), Whitsunday Coast Airport Expansion, and Isaac And Whitsunday Regions Productive Water Supply. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.
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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.
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.
Whitsunday Coast Airport Expansion
The Whitsunday Coast Airport Expansion, guided by the 2024 Master Plan, is a multi-stage redevelopment designed to transform the facility into a world-class aviation and commercial hub. Priority 1 works focus on a significant terminal extension and expanding the Air Transport Operations apron to accommodate long-haul routes and increased flight frequencies. Subsequent stages involve a new corporate apron for freight and VTOL aircraft (drone taxis), a new airport loop road, and a dedicated accommodation precinct to address regional bed shortages. The project integrates sustainable practices, including solar power and recycled materials, to support tourism, aquaculture, and agricultural exports.
Port of Airlie Marina Development
Major integrated marina, residential and tourism development on the Airlie Beach waterfront, including a 240 berth marina, Cruise Whitsundays ferry and cruise terminal, public boat ramp, village square, and about 510 resort style and standard apartments and houses, delivered as the main new marina supply for the Whitsundays. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
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
The labour market in Jubilee Pocket shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions
Jubilee Pocket has a balanced workforce comprising white and blue-collar jobs, with prominent tourism and hospitality sectors. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, and there was an estimated employment growth of 4.7% in the past year, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation. As of December 2025, 1,294 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.0% below Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%.
Workforce participation is higher than Regional Qld's at 70.5%. Census responses indicate that 9.0% of residents work from home, potentially influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns. Key employment industries among residents are accommodation & food, construction, and retail trade, with a notable concentration in accommodation & food, being 2.0 times the regional average. Health care & social assistance has limited presence at 5.9%, compared to Regional Qld's 16.1%.
The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as suggested by the Census working population vs resident population count. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 4.7% and labour force by 5.0%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.7%, labour force grow by 1.0%, and unemployment increase 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, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Jubilee Pocket's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.4% over five years and 11.5% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.
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Income
Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch
The suburb of Jubilee Pocket had an income level below the national average in the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year ended June 30, 2023. The median income among taxpayers was $48,047 and the average income stood at $61,604. These figures compared to Regional Qld's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593 respectively. By March 2026, based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since June 30, 2023, estimated incomes would be approximately $53,505 (median) and $68,602 (average). According to Census data from 2021, personal income ranked at the 59th percentile ($853 weekly), while household income was at the 34th percentile. Income analysis showed that 33.8% of locals (778 people) fell into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, consistent with broader trends across regional levels showing 31.7% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures were severe, with only 79.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 28th percentile.
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Housing
Jubilee Pocket is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region
Dwelling structure in Jubilee Pocket, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 75.0% houses and 25.0% other dwellings. In Regional Qld, this was 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Jubilee Pocket was 22.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 37.7% and rented at 39.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, above Regional Qld's average of $1,655. Median weekly rent was $380, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Jubilee Pocket's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.
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Household Composition
Jubilee Pocket features high concentrations of group households, with a lower-than-average median household size
Family households account for 66.8% of all households, including 24.1% couples with children, 29.4% couples without children, and 11.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 33.2%, consisting of 26.3% lone person households and 7.1% group households. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.
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Local Schools & Education
Jubilee Pocket shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators
The area's university qualification rate is 14.0%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 50.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (37.5%).
Educational participation is high, with 28.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.9% in primary education, 6.8% in secondary education, and 1.8% pursuing tertiary education.
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Transport
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility
Public transport analysis indicates nine active transport stops operating within Jubilee Pocket, consisting of a mix of bus services. These stops are served by two distinct routes, collectively facilitating 448 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is assessed as good, with residents typically located 364 meters from the nearest transport stop. As predominantly a residential area, most residents commute outward. The car remains the primary mode of transportation at 85%, while walking accounts for 5%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling, below the regional average.
According to the 2021 Census, a relatively low 9% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 64 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 49 weekly trips per individual stop.
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Health
The level of general health in Jubilee Pocket is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions
Jubilee Pocket shows superior health outcomes, as assessed by AreaSearch using mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.
Both young and elderly cohorts exhibit low prevalence of common health issues. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 52% (~1,189 people). Mental health issues and asthma are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 8.1 and 6.6% respectively. 74.5% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Regional Qld. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 12.7% (292 people) aged 65 and over, lower than Regional Qld's 20.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, ranking higher nationally than the general population.
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Cultural Diversity
Jubilee Pocket ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics
Jubilee Pocket's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 82.1% of its population being Australian citizens and 78.7% born in Australia. English was spoken exclusively at home by 93.5% of the residents. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 35.0% of the population.
While Other religions comprised only 0.9%, this was slightly higher than the regional average of 0.8%. The top three ancestry groups were English (34.8%), Australian (26.0%), and Scottish (7.7%). Notably, New Zealanders were overrepresented at 1.2% compared to the regional average of 0.9%, as were French residents at 0.8% versus 0.5%, and Hungarian residents at 0.4% against a regional average of 0.2%.
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Age
Jubilee Pocket's population is slightly younger than the national pattern
Jubilee Pocket has a median age of 36, which is lower than Regional Queensland's figure of 41 and Australia's figure of 38 years. Compared to Regional Queensland's average, Jubilee Pocket has an over-representation of the 25-34 cohort at 20.2%, while the 75-84 age group is under-represented at 3.6%. This concentration of the 25-34 age group is significantly higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Between 2021 and present, the proportion of the population in the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 17.5% to 20.2%. Conversely, the proportion of the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 15.1% to 13.2%, and the 5 to 14 age group has dropped from 12.4% to 11.2%. Demographic modeling indicates that Jubilee Pocket's age profile will undergo significant changes by 2041. The 25 to 34 age cohort is projected to increase notably, with an addition of 209 people (a 45% rise from 465 to 675). Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 age group is expected to grow by a modest 1%, adding just 2 people.