Miles

Miles has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Based on analysis of ABS population updates, as of November 2025, the estimated population of Miles is around 2,045. This reflects an increase of 171 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,874. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 1,926 following examination of ABS's latest ERP data release in June 2024 and an additional 78 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 4.7 persons per square kilometer. Miles' growth rate of 9.1% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA3 area's 5.2% and the SA4 region, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth was primarily driven by natural growth contributing approximately 60.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year, and Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data for years post-2032. Considering projected demographic shifts, the suburb is expected to expand by 56 persons to reach a population of approximately 2,101 by 2041, reflecting an overall decrease of 2.4% in total over the 17-year period.

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

Miles has approved an average of 3 new dwellings annually over the past five years, totalling 16. This low development level reflects the rural nature of Miles, where housing needs typically drive development rather than broader market demand. The small number of approvals means individual projects can significantly impact annual growth statistics.

Miles has much lower development activity compared to the rest of Queensland and is well below national averages. Recent construction consists of 67% detached dwellings and 33% townhouses or apartments, offering options across various price points. With an estimated 553 people per dwelling approval, Miles' development environment is quiet and low-activity. The population is expected to remain stable or decline, reducing pressure on housing and potentially creating buying opportunities.

With population expected to remain stable or decline, Miles should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Miles has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 41stth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project likely affecting this region: Arrow Energy Surat Gas Project North (2016-ongoing). Other notable projects include Arrow Energy Surat Gas Project (2007-present), Arrow Energy Surat Pipeline Project (2015-2018), and Nathan Dam and Pipelines Project (2021-present). The following list details these projects in order of relevance.

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Employment conditions in Miles remain below the national average according to AreaSearch analysis

Miles has a balanced workforce across white and blue collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors well-represented. The unemployment rate was 4.7% as of June 2025.

Employment grew by an estimated 3.7% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of June 2025949 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 0.8% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation was lower at 55.3%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Employment is concentrated in retail trade, health care & social assistance, and construction.

The area has a strong specialization in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with an employment share twice the regional level. Conversely, health care & social assistance shows lower representation at 11.0% versus the regional average of 16.1%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited, as indicated by Census data comparing working population to resident population. Over the 12 months to June 2025, employment increased by 3.7%, while labour force grew by 5.4%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 1.5 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of Qld recorded employment growth of 1.8% and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest potential future demand within Miles. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Miles's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.5% over five years and 11.9% over ten years.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

Miles' median taxpayer income in financial year 2022 was $43,638, with an average of $47,610 according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is lower than the national average, compared to Rest of Qld's median income of $50,780 and average income of $64,844. As of September 2025, estimates suggest Miles' median income would be approximately $49,743 and average income $54,271, based on a 13.99% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2022. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Miles fall between the 17th and 31st percentiles nationally. The $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band captures 28.9% of Miles' community (591 individuals), similar to regional levels at 31.7%. Despite modest housing costs allowing for 88.5% income retention, total disposable income ranks at the 22nd percentile nationally.

Miles is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Miles, as per the latest Census evaluation, 80.7% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 19.2% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This is in contrast to Non-Metro Qld's figures of 90.3% houses and 9.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Miles stood at 30.7%, with mortgaged properties at 19.6% and rented dwellings at 49.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,020, significantly lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,300. Weekly rent in Miles was recorded at $200, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $230. Nationally, Miles' mortgage repayments were notably below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially lower than the national figure of $375.

Miles features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 63.5% of all households, including 22.5% couples with children, 26.6% couples without children, and 12.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 36.5%, with lone person households at 34.1% and group households comprising 3.0%. The median household size is 2.3 people, smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Miles faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

In the region, university qualification rates are notably lower than the national average, standing at 14.4% compared to Australia's 30.4%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent among qualifications, with a rate of 13.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (0.7%) and graduate diplomas (0.6%). Vocational credentials are widely held, with 42.8% of residents aged 15 and above possessing them, including advanced diplomas (9.4%) and certificates (33.4%).

Educational participation is high, with 33.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.5% in primary education, 10.3% in secondary education, and 2.4% pursuing tertiary education. Miles State School and Miles State High School serve the area's educational needs collectively, accommodating 352 students, with varied educational conditions (ICSEA: 911). Educational provision is structured conventionally, with one primary and one secondary institution serving the region.

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Health performance in Miles is well below average with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Health data indicates significant health challenges for Miles, affecting both younger and older age groups. Only approximately 46% (~942 people) have private health cover, compared to 49.2% across the rest of Queensland and a national average of 55.3%. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (10.0%) and mental health issues (9.5%).

Conversely, 62.4% report no medical ailments, slightly lower than the 67.6% in the rest of Queensland. Miles has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 21.6% (441 people), compared to 18.2% in the rest of Queensland. Senior health outcomes generally align with the broader population's health profile.

Miles is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Miles had a cultural diversity level below average, with 81.9% of its population being citizens, 88.5% born in Australia, and 93.5% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Miles, comprising 63.6% of its population, compared to 64.6% across the Rest of Qld. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (34.1%), English (27.5%), and Scottish (7.3%).

Notably, Welsh (0.8%) was overrepresented in Miles compared to regionally (0.3%), as were Australian Aboriginal (6.8% vs 6.7%) and South African (0.8% vs 0.3%).

Miles's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Miles is 38 years, slightly below Rest of Qld's average of 41 but equal to Australia's median age of 38. The 25-34 age group constitutes 14.8% of Miles' population, higher than Rest of Qld's percentage. Conversely, the 35-44 cohort makes up 9.7% of Miles' population, lower than Rest of Qld's figure. According to post-2021 Census data, the 25-34 age group increased from 13.6% to 14.8%, while the 65-74 cohort rose from 9.5% to 10.7%. However, the 45-54 cohort decreased from 12.5% to 10.8%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate significant demographic shifts in Miles. The 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 13 people (from 302 to 341), leading the demographic change. Conversely, the 65-74 and 45-54 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.