Kewarra Beach

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

The population of the Kewarra Beach statistical area (Lv2) is estimated to be around 6,632 as of Nov 2025. This figure represents an increase of 499 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,133. The latest resident population estimate by AreaSearch, based on ERP data release from ABS in June 2024 and validated new addresses, is 6,529. This results in a population density ratio of 1,205 persons per square kilometer. Kewarra Beach's growth rate since the census, at 8.1%, is close to that of its SA4 region (8.3%). Overseas migration contributed approximately 50% of overall population gains recently.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 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 or years post-2032. Future population growth is projected to be above median for national non-metropolitan areas, with the Kewarra Beach (SA2) expected to grow by 1,154 persons to 2041, reflecting a 16% 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 per year. 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 has resulted in an average of 2.3 new residents annually, indicating strong demand which supports property values.

The average construction cost value for new homes is $457,000, higher than regional levels, suggesting a focus on quality construction. In FY-26, $1.4 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating limited commercial development activity. Compared to 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 when assessed areas are considered.

Recent building activity consists solely of detached houses, maintaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited for buyers seeking space. There are approximately 191 people per dwelling approval in the location, suggesting an expanding market. Population forecasts indicate Kewarra Beach will gain 1,062 residents by 2041, according to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate. Development is keeping pace with projected growth, though increasing competition among buyers may arise as the population expands.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 11 projects that may impact the area. Notable ones include The Palms, Reefsedge Resort & Waterpark, The Palms Collection Masterplan, and Northern Beaches Water Network Upgrade. The following list details those most likely to be 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. Its unemployment rate was 1.9% as of AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregation.

As of September 2025, there were 3,582 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.2%, below Rest of Qld's 4.1%. Workforce participation was high at 64.8%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Health care & social assistance, construction, and accommodation & food were dominant employment sectors among residents. Public administration & safety had a strong specialization with an employment share 1.3 times the regional level.

Agriculture, forestry & fishing employed just 1.1% of local workers, below Rest of Qld's 4.5%. The area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census working population vs resident population comparison. Over a 12-month period ending in September 2025, the labour force decreased by 1.6%, and employment decreased by 2.2%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.6 percentage points. This contrasted with Rest of Qld where employment rose by 1.7% and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. State-level data up to 25-Nov-25 showed Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01%, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggested that national employment would expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differed significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Kewarra Beach's employment mix indicated local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, assuming constant population projections for illustrative purposes.

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 ending 30 June 2023 shows median income in Kewarra Beach suburb is $55,505 and average income is $67,611. This compares to Rest of Qld's median income of $53,146 and average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% from financial year ending 30 June 2023 to September 2025, estimated median income is approximately $61,006 and average income is $74,311 as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, incomes in Kewarra Beach cluster around the 53rd percentile nationally. The earnings profile shows that 38.3% of locals (2,540 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, similar to metropolitan regions where 31.7% fall into this range. High housing costs consume 15.8% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 50th percentile, with the area's SEIFA income ranking in the 6th decile.

Kewarra Beach is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Kewarra Beach's dwellings, as per the latest Census, were 92.5% houses and 7.5% other types (semi-detached, apartments, 'other'). Non-Metro Qld had 80.8% houses and 19.2% others. Home ownership in Kewarra Beach was 32.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 43.8% and rented at 23.9%. Median monthly mortgage repayments were $1,733, aligning with Non-Metro Qld's average. Median weekly rent was $425, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $390. Nationally, Kewarra Beach's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,733 versus Australia's $1,863, and rents were higher at $425 against 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%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the average for the Rest of Qld.

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; 23.5% of residents aged 15+ hold university degrees compared to Australia's 30.4%. This gap indicates potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees are most common at 16.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 42.6% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (13.6%) and certificates (29.0%).

Educational participation is notably high; 28.1% of residents are currently enrolled in formal education, including 10.3% in primary, 8.1% in secondary, 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

Transport analysis indicates 15 active stops operating in Kewarra Beach, serving a mix of bus routes. These stops are covered by three individual routes, offering a total of 377 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents typically situated 420 meters from the nearest stop.

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

Kewarra Beach's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with prevalence of common health conditions quite low across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data shows relatively positive outcomes for Kewarra Beach residents.

The prevalence of common health conditions is quite low across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 54% (~3,580 people) have private health cover, which is fairly high. Mental health issues and arthritis are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 7.8% and 7.7% of residents respectively. 70.4% declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 73.1% across Rest of Qld. The area has 19.5% (1,293 people) of residents aged 65 and over, which is higher than the 16.7% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, performing even better than the general population in health metrics.

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 predominant religion in Kewarra Beach, accounting for 44.5% of the population. However, Judaism was notably overrepresented, comprising 0.3% compared to the regional average of 0.2%.

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% (regional average 0.7%), New Zealand at 1.0% (regional average 0.9%), and Welsh at 0.7% (regional average 0.6%).

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. The 55-64 age group makes up 14.6% of Kewarra Beach's population compared to Rest of Qld, while the 15-24 cohort comprises 10.4%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 15-24 age group grew from 8.9% to 10.4%, and the 45-54 cohort declined from 15.1% to 13.0%. By 2041, Kewarra Beach's age profile is projected to change significantly. The 25-34 cohort is expected to grow by 34%, adding 244 residents to reach 974. Conversely, the 15-24 age range is projected to fall by 18%.