Moura

An assessment of population growth drivers in Moura reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

As of February 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Moura is around 2,102, reflecting a growth of 109 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 1,993. This increase represents a 5.5% rise and is inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 2,094, based on their examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and address validation since the Census date. The population density ratio is approximately 5.1 persons per square kilometer. Moura's growth rate exceeded that of its SA3 area (4.0%), indicating it as a regional growth leader. Natural growth contributed about 51.0% to overall population gains, with other factors such as interstate and overseas migration also positive contributors. AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year.

For areas not covered by this data or years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are used, applying proportional growth weightings for age cohorts in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 using 2022 data. By 2041, the suburb of Moura's population is projected to decline by 103 persons overall, but specific age groups like those aged 25-34 are expected to grow, with an increase of 68 people anticipated in this cohort.

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

Moura has seen minimal development activity, averaging less than one approval per year over the past five years, with a total of three approvals during this period. This low level of development reflects Moura's rural character, where projects often cater to specific local housing needs rather than broader market demand. It is important to note that the small sample size can significantly impact annual growth and relativity statistics.

Compared to other areas in Queensland, particularly the Rest of Qld region, Moura has notably lower development activity. Nationally, Moura's development levels also fall below average.

With stable or declining population forecasts expected for Moura, housing pressure may be lessened, potentially creating favourable conditions for property buyers.

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

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Employment drivers in Moura are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Moura has a balanced workforce consisting of both white and blue collar employees. The manufacturing and industrial sectors are strongly represented in the town. As of September 2025, Moura's unemployment rate is 5.2%.

This figure shows relative employment stability over the past year, as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. In Moura, 1,116 residents are currently employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.1% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. The workforce participation rate in Moura is 73.4%, which is significantly higher than the Rest of Qld average of 65.7%. According to Census responses, only 6.0% of Moura residents work from home.

Moura's employment is concentrated in mining, education and training, and construction sectors. Notably, the area has a strong specialization in mining, with an employment share that is 8.2 times higher than the regional level. Conversely, health care and social assistance employs only 4.0% of local workers, which is significantly lower than Rest of Qld's figure of 16.1%. The limited employment opportunities locally are indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population in Moura. Between September 2024 and September 2025, labour force levels increased by 0.8% while employment declined by 0.3%, leading to a rise in unemployment rate of 1.0 percentage points. In contrast, Rest of Qld experienced employment growth of 1.7% and labour force growth of 2.1%, with an unemployment rate increase of only 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 provide insights into potential future demand within Moura. These projections suggest that national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. However, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Moura's current employment mix indicates that local employment should increase by approximately 4.4% over the next five years and 10.5% over the following five years (please note this is a simplified weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes only).

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

Moura's income level is higher than the national average according to ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The suburb's median income among taxpayers is $56,610 and the average income stands at $71,109. This compares to figures for Rest of Qld which are $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $62,220 (median) and $78,156 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Moura cluster around the 58th percentile nationally. The data shows that 34.9% of residents (733 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket after housing costs, reflecting strong purchasing power with 90.7% of income retained.

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

Moura's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 93.9% houses and 6.1% other dwellings such as semi-detached properties, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is in contrast to Non-Metro Qld's figures of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Moura stood at 28.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 25.8% and rented ones at 46.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,062, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent in Moura was $225, significantly lower than Non-Metro Qld's figure of $345 and the national average of $375. Nationally, Moura's mortgage repayments were notably lower at $1,062 compared to the Australian average of $1,863.

Moura features high concentrations of lone person households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 66.2% of all households, including 28.5% couples with children, 26.2% couples without children, and 11.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 33.8%, with lone person households at 30.5% and group households comprising 2.8%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the average in the Rest of Queensland.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 15.0%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.7%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 44.6% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (7.1%) and certificates (37.5%). Educational participation is high, with 39.2% currently enrolled in formal education: 19.6% in primary, 11.2% in secondary, and 2.0% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 39.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 19.6% in primary education, 11.2% in secondary education, and 2.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Moura faces significant health challenges, according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantial across both younger and older age cohorts.

Private health cover is notably high at approximately 55% of Moura's total population (~1,164 people), compared to 52.5% in the rest of Queensland. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (9.8%) and mental health issues (7.4%). Conversely, 68.4% of residents report no medical ailments, slightly higher than the 67.6% in the rest of Queensland. Working-age residents have a higher prevalence of chronic health conditions. Moura has 13.5% of residents aged 65 and over (283 people), lower than the 20.4% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors present additional challenges, with national rankings even higher than those of the general population.

The latest Census data sees Moura placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Moura's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 77.3% of its population being citizens, 92.2% born in Australia, and 97.2% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Moura, comprising 51.8% of people, compared to 52.2% across Rest of Qld. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (35.3%), English (30.2%), and Scottish (6.6%).

Notably, Welsh (1.0%) was overrepresented in Moura compared to the regional average of 0.5%, as were Australian Aboriginal (5.5% vs 3.9%) and South African (0.7% vs 0.5%).

Moura hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide

The median age in Moura is 34 years, which is lower than Rest of Qld's average of 41 years and also significantly below the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Rest of Qnd, Moura has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (16.1%) but fewer residents aged 55-64 (8.9%). Between the 2016 Census and the 2021 Census, the percentage of Moura's population aged 25 to 34 increased from 14.9% to 16.1%, while the percentage of those aged 55 to 64 decreased from 10.7% to 8.9%. By 2041, Moura's age composition is projected to change significantly. The number of residents aged 25-34 is expected to grow by 13%, reaching 383 from 338. Conversely, both the 45-54 and 65-74 age groups are anticipated to decrease in number.