Kings Beach

Kings Beach lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Nov 2025, Kings Beach's population is estimated at around 2,982, reflecting a decrease of 60 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 3,042. This estimate is inferred from AreaSearch's validation of new addresses and ABS ERP data released in June 2024, showing a resident population of 2,961. Kings Beach's population density ratio is 4,385 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top 10% nationally according to AreaSearch. Overseas migration was the primary driver of recent population growth. AreaSearch adopts 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 for years post-2032, using proportional growth weightings from ABS Greater Capital Region projections where state projections lack age category splits.

By 2041, Kings Beach is forecast to increase by 1,077 persons, reflecting a 39.4% total increase over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Kings Beach according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Based on AreaSearch analysis, Kings Beach averaged approximately 25 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, from FY-17 to FY-21, totalling an estimated 125 homes. By June 30, 2026 (FY-26), 9 approvals have been recorded. Over these five years, an average of 0.4 new residents per year was associated with each dwelling constructed. This suggests that new construction has been matching or outpacing demand, providing more buying options and enabling population growth.

The average construction value for new properties was $993,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment. In FY-26, $20.9 million in commercial approvals have been registered, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Kings Beach has roughly half the rate of new dwelling approvals per person, while it ranks among the 54th percentile nationally based on areas assessed. Recent construction comprises 10.0% detached houses and 90.0% medium and high-density housing, appealing to downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers.

The area has approximately 292 people per dwelling approval, indicating a low density market. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Kings Beach is projected to grow by 1,175 residents by 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply may lag population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.

Kings Beach has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified eight projects likely affecting this region. Notable ones are Caloundra Centre Activation Project, Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade (CTCU), Bulcock Beach Esplanade Revitalisation, and BIANCO Caloundra. The following list details those most relevant:.

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Employment performance in Kings Beach has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Kings Beach has a well-educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate is 5.1%, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

As of June 2025, 1,577 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 1.2% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in Kings Beach lags behind at 53.3%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and construction sectors. Notably, health care & social assistance has employment levels at 1.2 times the regional average.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 1.2% versus the regional average of 4.5%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Over the 12 months to June 2025, labour force levels decreased by 2.4%, combined with a 0.8% decrease in employment, causing unemployment to fall by 1.5 percentage points. This contrasts with Rest of Qld where employment grew by 1.8%, labour force expanded by 2.0%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest potential future demand within Kings Beach. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, indicate national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Kings Beach's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.3% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2022, Kings Beach had a median income among taxpayers of $52,066. The average income stood at $66,476. This is just above the national average. In comparison, Rest of Qld had median and average incomes of $50,780 and $64,844 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $59,350 (median) and $75,776 (average) as of September 2025. From the 2021 Census, household incomes sit at the 18th percentile, while personal income performs better at the 47th percentile. Income analysis reveals that 28.6% of the population, equating to 852 individuals, fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, mirroring the region where 31.7% occupy this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.9% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 16th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

Kings Beach features a more urban dwelling mix with significant apartment living, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Kings Beach's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 5.8% houses and 94.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 70.4% houses and 29.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Kings Beach was 37.1%, similar to Non-Metro Qld's figure. Mortgaged dwellings were 16.7%, while rented dwellings were 46.3%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,517, below Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,950 and Australia's national average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure was $370, lower than Non-Metro Qld's $450 and the national figure of $375.

Kings Beach features high concentrations of lone person households and group households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 54.5% of all households, including 8.9% couples with children, 35.9% couples without children, and 8.7% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 45.5%, with lone person households at 40.1% and group households comprising 5.1%. The median household size is 1.8 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Kings Beach 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 28.0%, higher than the Rest of Qld average of 20.6% and SA3 area average of 23.6%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 19.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are held by 37.1% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 12.3% and certificates at 24.8%.

School and university attendance is 19.1%, including primary education (4.8%), secondary education (4.7%), and tertiary education (4.5%). Educational facilities may be located outside the immediate catchment, 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

The public transport analysis indicates that four active transport stops are currently operating within Kings Beach. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, with two individual routes providing a total of 662 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 234 meters from the nearest stop.

The service frequency averages 94 trips per day across all routes, equating to about 165 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Kings Beach is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Kings Beach faces significant health challenges, with common conditions prevalent across both younger and older age groups.

Approximately 54% (~1,596 people) have private health cover, which is relatively high. The most frequent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 10.6% of residents) and mental health issues (8.9%). A total of 63.0% report no medical ailments, compared to 66.2% in the rest of Queensland. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, with 27.5% (820 people), compared to 22.3% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, outperforming the general population in various health metrics.

In terms of cultural diversity, Kings Beach records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Kings Beach's cultural diversity aligns with the broader regional average: 82.4% are citizens, 76.4% were born in Australia, and 91.3% speak English only at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, comprising 51.4%. The 'Other' category is overrepresented, making up 1.3%, compared to Rest of Qld's 0.5%.

Top ancestry groups are English (33.3%), Australian (21.1%), and Irish (11.3%). Notable differences exist in Scottish (10.4% vs regional 8.8%), Welsh (1.0% vs 0.6%), and German (5.5% vs 4.6%) representation.

Kings Beach ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Kings Beach has a median age of 52, which is higher than the Rest of Qld figure of 41 and above the national average of 38. The 65-74 age group makes up 17.6% of Kings Beach's population, compared to 9.4% nationally and 10.8% in the Rest of Qld. Conversely, the 5-14 age group is less prevalent at 5.2%. After the 2021 Census, the median age decreased by one year to 52 due to an increase in younger residents. Specifically, the 25-34 age group grew from 12.3% to 14.8%, while the 65-74 cohort declined from 19.4% to 17.6%. The 45-54 age group also dropped slightly, from 14.2% to 13.0%. Population forecasts for 2041 suggest significant demographic changes in Kings Beach, with the 25-34 cohort projected to grow by 69%, adding 302 residents and reaching a total of 744.