Kewarra Beach

Population growth drivers in Kewarra Beach are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As per ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, the estimated population of the suburb of Kewarra Beach is approximately 6,632 as of Feb 2026. This figure represents an increase of 499 people from the 2021 Census count of 6,133 residents, marking an 8.1% growth rate. AreaSearch's estimation of resident population at 6,529, combined with 153 new addresses since the Census date, supports this increase. The resulting population density is around 1,205 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Kewarra Beach's growth rate of 8.1% since the census is close to that of its SA4 region (8.5%), indicating strong growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 50.0% of overall population gains in recent periods, with all migration drivers and natural growth being positive factors.

AreaSearch employs ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in Jun 2024 with a base year of 2022, and Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 based on 2021 data, for areas not covered by ABS data or years post-2032. Age category splits are applied proportionally using ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023, based on 2022 data. Future population dynamics project an above median growth for national non-metropolitan areas, with the suburb of Kewarra Beach expected to grow by 1,142 persons to reach a total population of approximately 7,774 by 2041, reflecting a 15.8% increase over 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Kewarra Beach when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers in Kewarra Beach shows approximately 33 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 168 homes were approved, with an additional 33 approved so far in FY-26. Each dwelling built over these years attracted an average of 2.3 new residents.

The average construction cost value for new homes is $457,000, which is moderately above regional levels. This year, Kewarra Beach has registered $1.4 million in commercial approvals, indicating minimal commercial development activity compared to residential growth. When benchmarked against the Rest of Qld, Kewarra Beach has about three-quarters the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 69th percentile nationally.

Recent building activity consists solely of detached houses, maintaining the area's suburban identity with a focus on family homes suited to buyers seeking space. The location currently has approximately 191 people per dwelling approval, suggesting an expanding market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Kewarra Beach is projected to gain 1,047 residents by 2041. Development in the area appears to be keeping pace with projected growth, though increasing competition among buyers can be expected as the population expands.

Kewarra Beach has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 11 projects likely impacting the area. Key projects include The Palms, Reefsedge Resort & Waterpark, The Palms Collection Masterplan, and Northern Beaches Water Network Upgrade. Below is a list of those most relevant.

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The labour market strength in Kewarra Beach positions it well ahead of most Australian regions

Kewarra Beach has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. As of September 2025, the unemployment rate is 1.9%. The area's unemployment rate is 2.1% lower than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%, while workforce participation is similar at 65.7%.

According to Census responses, 16.6% of residents work from home. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, and accommodation & food. The area specializes in public administration & safety with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level, but agriculture, forestry & fishing employs only 1.1%, below Rest of Qld's 4.5%. Labour force decreased by 1.7% over a year, while employment decreased by 2.4%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.7 percentage points.

In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment rise by 1.7% and labour force grow by 2.1%, with unemployment rising by 0.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Kewarra Beach's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not consider localised population projections.

Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows median income in Kewarra Beach at $55,505 and average income at $67,611. This is comparable to national averages but higher than Rest of Qld's figures of $53,146 (median) and $66,593 (average). Using Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes for September 2025 would be approximately $61,006 (median) and $74,311 (average). The 2021 Census indicates household, family, and personal incomes in Kewarra Beach are around the 53rd percentile nationally. Income distribution shows that 38.3% of locals earn between $1,500 to $2,999 annually, similar to metropolitan regions at 31.7%. High housing costs consume 15.8% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 50th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Kewarra Beach is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

The dwelling structure in Kewarra Beach, as per the latest Census, consisted of 92.5% houses and 7.5% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This contrasts with Non-Metro Qld's structure which was 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kewarra Beach stood at 32.2%, similar to Non-Metro Qld, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (43.8%) or rented (23.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent in Kewarra Beach was recorded at $425, compared to Non-Metro Qld's figure of $345. Nationally, Kewarra Beach's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially higher than the national figure of $375.

Kewarra Beach features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 76.7% of all households, including 29.6% couples with children, 34.1% couples without children, and 11.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 23.3%, with lone person households at 19.4% and group households comprising 4.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the average for the Rest of Queensland.

Kewarra Beach demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

Educational qualifications in Kewarra Beach trail regional benchmarks, with 23.5% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to the national average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 16.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 42.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them – advanced diplomas at 13.6% and certificates at 29.0%. Educational participation is high, with 28.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes 10.3% in primary education, 8.1% in secondary education, and 3.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis indicates 15 active transport stops operating within Kewarra Beach, consisting of a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 3 individual routes, collectively providing 377 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents typically located 420 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward, with car remaining the dominant mode at 93%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, some 16.6% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 53 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 25 weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Kewarra Beach is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Kewarra Beach shows higher-than-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Both younger and older age groups have low prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 54% (~3,580 people) of the total population has private health cover. The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues (7.8%) and arthritis (7.7%), while 70.4% of residents report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in the rest of Queensland. The under-65 population exhibits better-than-average health outcomes. As of 2021, 19.7% (1,306 people) of residents are aged 65 and over. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings generally aligning with those of the overall population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Kewarra Beach was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kewarra Beach had a higher than average cultural diversity, with 10.9% of its residents speaking a language other than English at home and 28.8% born overseas. Christianity was the dominant religion in Kewarra Beach, comprising 44.5% of the population. Notably, Judaism was overrepresented compared to the rest of Queensland, making up 0.3% of Kewarra Beach's population versus 0.1%.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English at 31.5%, Australian at 22.7%, and Other at 8.4%. Some ethnic groups showed notable differences: French was overrepresented at 1.0% compared to the regional average of 0.5%, New Zealand at 1.0% versus 0.9%, and Welsh at 0.7% against a regional average of 0.5%.

Kewarra Beach hosts a notably older demographic compared to the national average

Kewarra Beach's median age is 43 years, which is higher than the Rest of Qld average of 41 and exceeds the national average of 38 years. The 55-64 age group comprises 14.6% of Kewarra Beach's population compared to the Rest of Qld, while the 15-24 cohort makes up 10.4%. According to post-2021 Census data, the 15-24 age group has increased from 8.9% to 10.4%, and the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 15.1% to 12.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Kewarra Beach's age profile. The 25-34 cohort is expected to grow by 29%, adding 218 residents for a total of 961. Conversely, the 15-24 age range is projected to decrease by 18%.