Peachester

Population growth drivers in Peachester are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Peachester's population, as estimated by AreaSearch based on ABS updates and new addresses validated since Nov 2025, is around 1,538. This shows an increase of 78 people from the 2021 Census figure of 1,460, a rise of 5.3%. This inference comes from AreaSearch's estimated resident population of 1,536, following analysis of ABS ERP data released in June 2024, and an additional 32 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is approximately 33 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, Peachester has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.2%, exceeding non-metro areas. Interstate migration contributed about 55% to overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023, based on 2021 data, are adopted. State projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings, in line with ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 and based on 2022 data, are applied for each age cohort. Demographic trends project an above median population growth for regional areas nationally, with Peachester expected to grow by 259 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 18.2% over the 17 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Peachester when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data indicates Peachester has seen approximately 14 new homes approved annually. Over the past five financial years, between FY-21 and FY-25, around 71 homes were approved, with an additional 14 approved so far in FY-26. This results in an average of about 1.8 new residents per year per dwelling constructed during this period.

The supply and demand balance appears stable, with new homes being built at an average expected construction cost value of $341,000, below the regional average. In FY-26, approximately $6.0 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, reflecting Peachester's primarily residential nature. Comparatively, Peachester shows around 64% of the construction activity per person when compared to the Rest of Qld, and ranks among the 89th percentile nationally based on recent AreaSearch assessments. However, construction activity has intensified recently. The current housing mix comprises approximately 50.0% standalone homes and 50.0% townhouses or apartments, a significant shift from the previous dominance of houses (currently 98.0%).

This change reflects reduced availability of development sites and evolving lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. Peachester's population density is low, with around 81 people per approval. Future projections estimate Peachester to add approximately 280 residents by 2041 based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Given current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand readily, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project expected to affect the region: Beerwah Affordable Housing Development, Beerwah East Identified Growth Area, Sunshine Coast New Planning Scheme - Mooloolah Valley Local Plan Area, and Direct Sunshine Coast Rail Line are key projects, with the following list focusing on those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Peachester recording weaker employment conditions than most comparable areas nationwide

Peachester's workforce is skilled with notable representation in the construction sector. The unemployment rate was 5.1% as of June 2024.

Over the past year, employment stability was relatively high. As of June 2025811 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 1.2% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation was similar to Rest of Qld at 59.1%. Dominant employment sectors included health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.

The area had a significant specialization in agriculture, forestry & fishing with an employment share 1.9 times the regional level. Conversely, accommodation & food services were under-represented at 5.4% compared to Rest of Qld's 8.3%. The worker-to-resident ratio was substantial at 0.8. Between June 2024 and June 2025, labour force decreased by 2.3%, employment declined by 0.4%, leading to a 1.8 percentage point drop in unemployment. In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment growth of 1.8% and labour force expansion of 2.0%, with a slight rise in unemployment of 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest potential future demand within Peachester. Applying these projections to Peachester's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2022 shows median income in Peachester is $45,695 and average income is $55,590. This contrasts with Rest of Qld's median income of $50,780 and average income of $64,844. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% from financial year ending June 2022 to September 2025, estimated median income in Peachester would be approximately $52,088 and average income $63,367. Census data for 2021 shows household income ranks at the 48th percentile ($1,721 weekly), with personal income at the 22nd percentile. Income distribution reveals that 32.2% of locals (495 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999 per week, similar to surrounding regions where 31.7% fall into this bracket. After housing expenses, 85.5% of income remains for other expenses. Peachester's SEIFA income ranking places it in the fifth decile.

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

Dwelling structure in Peachester, as evaluated at the latest Census held on 28 August 2016, comprised 98.4% houses and 1.6% other dwellings such as semi-detached properties, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This is compared to Non-Metro Qld's 93.2% houses and 6.7% other dwellings. In Peachester, the level of home ownership was recorded at 40.9%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (47.4%) or rented (11.7%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,930, which is above the Non-Metro Qld average of $1,863. The median weekly rent figure for Peachester was recorded at $325, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $400. Nationally, Peachester's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

Peachester features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 79.9% of all households, including 35.0% couples with children, 33.5% couples without children, and 9.6% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 20.1%, with lone person households at 17.7% and group households making up 1.8%. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.6.

Educational attainment in Peachester aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

Educational qualifications in Peachester trail national benchmarks, with 20.6% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common (13.6%), followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 43.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas at 13.3% and certificates at 30.5%. Educational participation is high, with 27.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 10.0% in secondary, 9.1% in primary, and 3.2% pursuing tertiary education.

Peachester State School serves the local area, enrolling 104 students as of a recent date, with typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA score: 998) indicating balanced educational opportunities. The school focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available in nearby areas. There are 6.8 school places per 100 residents, below the regional average of 10.5, suggesting some students may attend schools outside Peachester.

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Health performance in Peachester is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Peachester faces significant health challenges, with common health conditions prevalent among both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 49% of its total population (~757 people) has private health cover, lower than the national average of 55.3%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 9.4% of residents) and mental health issues (8.1%), while 68.9% report being completely clear of medical ailments, slightly higher than the Rest of Qld's 66.4%. The area has 19.9% of residents aged 65 and over (306 people), broadly in line with the general population's health profile.

Peachester ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Peachester had a cultural diversity level below average, with 82.3% of its population born in Australia, 89.0% being citizens, and 94.8% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 45.3% of Peachester's population. Notably, the 'Other' category had a higher representation in Peachester at 1.0%, compared to 0.6% across the rest of Queensland.

In terms of ancestry, the top three groups were English (33.6%), Australian (28.3%), and Scottish (7.9%). Some ethnic groups showed notable differences: New Zealanders made up 1.4% of Peachester's population compared to 1.0% regionally, Germans at 5.5% versus 5.0%, and Dutch at 1.7% against 1.6%.

Peachester hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Peachester's median age is 46 years, significantly higher than Rest of Qld's 41 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Rest of Qld, Peachester has a higher proportion of residents aged 55-64 (17.6%), but fewer residents aged 5-14 (10.0%). This concentration of 55-64 year-olds is well above the national average of 11.2%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the proportion of residents aged 35-44 has grown from 11.1% to 13.0%, while those aged 25-34 increased from 9.5% to 10.8%. Conversely, the proportion of residents aged 5-14 has declined from 12.1% to 10.0%, and those aged 45-54 dropped from 13.9% to 12.8%. By 2041, Peachester's age composition is expected to shift notably. The 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 45% (74 people), reaching 241 from 166. Meanwhile, the 5-14 and 15-24 age groups are expected to experience population declines.