Mornington (Qld)

Mornington is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of Nov 2025, the population of the Mornington (Qld) statistical area (Lv2) is estimated at around 1,847 people. This reflects an increase of 1 person since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 1,846 people. The change was inferred from resident population data estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,884 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The Mornington (Qld) (SA2)'s 0.1% growth since census positions it within 2.4 percentage points of the SA3 area's 2.5%, demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth, contributing approximately 65.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. 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. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data are applied for each age cohort when utilised. Considering the projected demographic shifts, over this period, projections indicate a decline in overall population by 45 persons by 2041 according to this methodology. However, growth across specific age cohorts is anticipated, led by the 25 to 34 age group, which is projected to expand by 48 people.

The level of residential development activity in Mornington is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Mornington has seen limited development activity over the past five years, averaging less than one approval per year. This low level of development reflects the rural nature of the area, with housing needs typically driven by local requirements rather than broader market demand. The low approval numbers mean yearly growth figures and relativities can vary significantly based on individual projects.

Mornington has much lower development activity compared to the rest of Queensland and is below national averages in terms of development patterns. With population expected to remain stable or decline, there may be reduced pressure on housing in Mornington, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

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

Mornington has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. One major project has been identified by AreaSearch as potentially affecting this region. Key projects include Mount Isa Future Ready Economy Roadmap, Mount Isa Mines - Black Star Open Cut Project, Mount Isa Police Accommodation and Justice System Resourcing, Essential Pipeline Works - City Low and High Systems. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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

Mornington has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate was 4.4% as of September 2025, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data.

In Mornington, 1,168 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 0.3% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Mornington was on par with Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Leading industries for employment among residents included mining, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The area had a particular specialization in mining, with an employment share 8.2 times the regional level.

Conversely, construction was under-represented, with only 4.2% of Mornington's workforce compared to 10.1% in Rest of Qld. Labour force levels decreased by 1.1% and employment declined by 1.0% over the 12 months to September 2025, while unemployment remained essentially unchanged. In contrast, Rest of Qld experienced employment growth of 1.7% and labour force growth of 2.1%, with a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment rate. State-level data from 25-Nov showed Queensland's employment contracted by 0.01% (losing 1,210 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts for May-25 suggest that national employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Mornington's employment mix indicates local employment could increase by 5.6% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, based on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes.

Income metrics indicate excellent economic conditions, with the area achieving higher performance than 75% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that Mornington suburb has a high national median income of $67,869 and an average income of $77,852. This contrasts with Rest of Qld's median income of $53,146 and average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, estimated current incomes are approximately $74,595 (median) and $85,567 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, Mornington's individual earnings reach the 85th percentile nationally at $1,100 weekly. The earnings profile indicates that 32.1% of residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (592 individuals), similar to the surrounding region where 31.7% fall into this bracket. After housing costs, residents retain 87.8% of their income, reflecting strong purchasing power.

Mornington displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

The latest Census data shows that in Mornington, 47.8% of dwellings are houses while 52.2% are other types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. In contrast, Non-Metro Qld has a higher proportion of houses at 77.3%, with only 22.7% being other dwellings. Home ownership in Mornington stands at 15.8%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (27.5%) or rented (56.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Mornington is $1,517, which is higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,500. Weekly rent figures in Mornington are recorded at $245 compared to Non-Metro Qld's $220. Nationally, Mornington's mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 50.9% of all households, including 21.3% couples with children, 19.8% couples without children, and 9.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 49.1%, with lone person households at 44.5% and group households comprising 4.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.6.

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

Mornington's residents aged 15+ have a higher educational attainment compared to broader areas. 26.4% hold university qualifications, surpassing the SA4 region's 14.9% and the SA3 area's 16.6%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 20.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are also prominent, with 37.7% of residents holding them – advanced diplomas (7.2%) and certificates (30.5%).

Educational participation is high, at 37.9%, including primary education (15.4%), secondary education (11.3%), and tertiary education (3.7%).

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

The level of general health in Mornington is notably higher than the national average with prevalence of common health conditions low among the general population though higher than the nation's average across older, at risk cohorts

Mornington has health outcomes above average with low prevalence of common conditions in its general population compared to national averages.

However, prevalence is higher among older, at-risk cohorts. Private health cover is high at approximately 58% (1,072 people). The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 9.1% and 6.4% of residents respectively. 72.5% of residents report no medical ailments compared to 76.2% in the rest of Queensland. Mornington has 9.1% (168 people) of residents aged 65 and over, with health outcomes among seniors requiring more attention than those of the broader population.

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

Mornington's population shows above-average cultural diversity, with 22.8% born overseas and 14.0% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Mornington, comprising 51.4%, compared to 52.2% across the Rest of Qld. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (24.6%), English (19.3%), and Australian Aboriginal (13.4%), which is lower than the regional average of 20.0%.

Notably, Maori (2.8%) and Spanish (1.0%) populations are higher in Mornington compared to regional averages of 1.3% and 0.3%, respectively. Filipino population stands at 3.6%, higher than the regional average of 2.0%.

Mornington's population is younger than the national pattern

The median age in Mornington is 34 years, which is notably lower than the Rest of Queensland's average of 41 years and substantially under the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Rest of Qld, Mornington has a higher concentration of residents aged 25-34 (19.3%) but fewer residents aged 65-74 (4.9%). Between the 2016 and 2021 Censuses, the age group 25 to 34 grew from 18.0% to 19.3% of Mornington's population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 age group declined from 14.9% to 13.6%, and the 5 to 14 age group dropped from 11.1% to 10.0%. By 2041, Mornington is projected to experience notable shifts in its age composition. Leading this demographic shift, the 25 to 34 age group is expected to grow by 11%, increasing from 356 to 397 people. Meanwhile, both the 45 to 54 and 5 to 14 age groups are projected to decrease in number.