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Peregian Beach has an estimated 5,353 residents, up 7.7% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Peregian Beach.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Situated approximately 110 kilometres north from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Peregian Beach is home to an estimated population of around 5,353 as of August 2026 (ERP), based on AreaSearch's evaluation of annual SA2-level data alongside quarterly national address file updates. The current resident count marks an increase of 381 people (7.7%) above the 4,972 residents tallied in the 2021 Census, reflecting moderate ongoing demographic expansion. The community is distinguished by a mature profile featuring a pronounced proportion of individuals aged 55 to 64yo, with married families representing a prominent household structure.
The local economic and social landscape is underpinned by an exceptionally well-educated population and high earning capacity, with taxpayer income averaging $84,903. Employment shows notable strength within the hospitality and real estate sectors.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated approximately 110 kilometres north from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Peregian Beach is home to an estimated population of around 5,353 as of August 2026 (ERP), based on AreaSearch's evaluation of annual SA2-level data alongside quarterly national address file updates. The current resident count marks an increase of 381 people (7.7%) above the 4,972 residents tallied in the 2021 Census, reflecting moderate ongoing demographic expansion. The community is distinguished by a mature profile featuring a pronounced proportion of individuals aged 55 to 64yo, with married families representing a prominent household structure.
The local economic and social landscape is underpinned by an exceptionally well-educated population and high earning capacity, with taxpayer income averaging $84,903. Employment shows notable strength within the hospitality and real estate sectors.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,275 in 2006 and 5,339 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,353 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 55 to 64, 14.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 32.9%.
Peregian Beach ranks in the 93rd percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 85th for health.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Peregian Beach is $885 a week, up 7.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 38% above Regional Qld.
38% above Regional Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $575 in 2017, $1,027 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $362 in 2017, $725 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $885 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,027 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +2.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $725 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent for units over 12 months | +14.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Sunshine Coast | $704 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Sunshine Coast, over 12 months | +5.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Qld | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Qld, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 5 projects in Peregian Beach (1 under construction) and 60 more in the surrounding area.
A $3.9 million maintenance upgrade of the 5-million litre water reservoir on David Low Way, constructed in 1981 and serving around 2,000 properties in Peregian Beach and Marcus Beach.
Delivery of 800m of wayfinding signage and 800m of new cycle street in Peregian Beach to improve accessibility and connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists. The project provides a seamless extension of the Sunshine Coast Coastal Pathway and forms part of the Noosa Coastal Pathway Corridor Study connecting Peregian Beach and Tewantin.
Phased revitalisation of Peregian Beach Park to create zoned areas for passive and social recreation (picnics, BBQs, children's play), surf club and events space, and active recreation (basketball, skateboarding, volleyball).
Construction of a 900-metre, 3-metre-wide shared pathway and boardwalk for pedestrians and cyclists along the northern side of Emu Mountain Road, connecting Old Emu Mountain Road to the David Low Way roundabout.
Avoca Residences is a boutique residential development comprising 50 two- and three-bedroom apartments distributed across buildings up to three levels. Designed by RC Design and delivered by MBC Prestige, the project incorporates a central residents pool, subtropical landscaped gardens, and basement parking adjacent to the Peregian Springs Shopping Precinct.
Luxury coastal mixed-use development comprising 20 architecturally designed 3-5 bedroom beach homes and a 3-storey boutique hotel with 22 luxury studio rooms. Facilities include two mineral-infused resort pools with poolside bar, state-of-the-art gym, sophisticated conference and events centre, and the Outer Square cafe restaurant.
Lumeah Peregian is the final land release in the prestigious Peregian Springs Estate, offering 31 unique residential allotments on an elevated site with some ocean views, embodying the Sunshine Coast lifestyle. The development borders a serene bushland reserve and provides stunning ocean and hinterland views.
New AFL and netball sports precinct at Coolum State High School, Coolum Beach, delivered by Sunshine Coast Council in partnership with the Queensland Government, AFL Queensland and Coolum State High School.
Original master planned community by FKP/AVEO featuring approximately 5,000 residents across 2,000 lots and townhouses. Includes schools, childcare, Aveo Retirement, Arcare Aged Care, neighbourhood shopping centre, 18-hole golf course designed by Phil Scott, and over 81 hectares of open space.
A $13 million community aquatic facility at St Andrew's Anglican College with a FINA accredited 50m, 10 lane pool, an undercover 15m learn to swim pool, grandstand seating for 500, HD 5m display screen, club rooms, change rooms and The Lanes Cafe.
The Ridges forms the southern part of the Peregian Springs residential community. A master-planned community featuring over 1,500 dwellings with exclusive Rec Club facilities including 8-lane 25m heated pool, gym, tennis courts, and BBQ areas. Community title scheme development with fiber-optic infrastructure.
A 1492 sqm multi-storey expansion of Peregian Springs Shopping Centre consisting of two wings connected by a lobby. The project introduces new casual dining options including Pizza Hut and Burrito Bar, a relocated and enlarged Jetts Gym, modern level-one office and allied health spaces, and 13 new specialty stores.
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Estimated completion year of the 23 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 8, 2027 8, 2028 0, 2029 2, 2030 0, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 0, 2036 1. 15 have no completion year.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABS building approvals | 5.4 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 65th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 27 | ABS building approvals | 40th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Peregian Beach include: Peregian Beach Reservoir Upgrade (Construction); Noosa Coastal Pathway - Stage 1, Peregian Beach (Approved); Peregian Beach Park Upgrade (Planning); Emu Mountain Road Shared Pathway (Approved); and The Ridges at Peregian Springs (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Peregian Beach spans multiple sectors including Environmental & Disaster Management, Sports & Recreation, and Residential Development, among others.
The suburb of Peregian Beach ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Peregian Beach when compared nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Peregian Beach area has seen 44 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Peregian Beach's current population of 5,353 has been supported by 27 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Peregian Beach has seen 5.4 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.3 approvals in Regional Qld. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 241 people in the suburb of Peregian Beach, compared to one for every 152 in Regional Qld.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Peregian Beach's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 27, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Peregian Beach has grown by approximately 480 people, while 137 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.5 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Population growth drivers in Peregian Beach are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,353 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +7.7% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 324 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 38th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +3.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 4,972 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 381 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +1.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.9% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 16.51 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Peregian Beach was estimated to be approximately 5,353 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,339 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Peregian Beach has added approximately 381 people and shown a 7.66% increase from the 4,972 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Peregian Beach is estimated at 324 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Peregian Beach has shown a compound annual growth rate of 3.3% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Peregian Beach is driven by: Interstate migration (45.0%), Overseas migration (42.0%), Natural increase (13.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 45.0% of overall population gains.
Peregian Beach's median age exceeds the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 67th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 18.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 19.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 20.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 51.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 42 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 8.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 13.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 6.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Peregian Beach at 42 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 42 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 42 years as at August 2026, Peregian Beach is comparable to the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) and 4 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Peregian Beach compared to the Regional Qld region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 14.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Peregian Beach compared to the Regional Qld region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 8.7% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of Peregian Beach is broadly in line with Regional Qld.
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 19.4% of the population in the suburb of Peregian Beach as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 18.4% of the population in the suburb of Peregian Beach as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $61,006 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 59th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $84,903 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,896 | 2021 Census, weekly | 59th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $881 | 2021 Census, weekly | 64th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 27.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,226 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 17.1% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Peregian Beach is approximately $65,344. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $61,006.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Peregian Beach is approximately $90,940. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $84,903.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Peregian Beach is approximately $65,344 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $61,006 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Peregian Beach is approximately $90,940 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $84,903 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Peregian Beach's households (~32.9% / 596 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Peregian Beach is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 32.9% of households. In comparison, Regional Qld's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.7% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Peregian Beach is $1,896/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Peregian Beach is $2,226/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Peregian Beach is $881/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Peregian Beach had a median income among taxpayers of $61,006 with the average level standing at $84,903. This is among the highest in Australia and compares to levels of $56,722 and $71,544 across Regional Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $65,344 (median) and $90,940 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Peregian Beach is $6,817 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Peregian Beach's disposable income is $6,817 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Peregian Beach ranks among the top 18% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 68.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,879 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 4,426 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,941 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Peregian Beach has approximately 2,879 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.1%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Peregian Beach stands at 2.1%, which is 1.8 percentage points below Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Peregian Beach is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.2% of employment), construction (11.7%), and education & training (10.5%). Other significant employers include retail trade and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Peregian Beach has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Peregian Beach is 68.0%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional Qld.
The suburb of Peregian Beach shows notable specialisation in professional & technical, which employs 9.0% of the local workforce compared to 5.1% across Regional Qld. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The suburb of Peregian Beach's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 1.7% decline, ranking 25th out of 37 regions nationally.
Peregian Beach shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 24.2% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 35.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 23.4% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 4.0% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.1% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 28.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 3.9% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.0% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 9.2% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
35.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Peregian Beach have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
28.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Peregian Beach have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The suburb of Peregian Beach ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Peregian Beach are: Bachelor Degree (24.2%), Certificate (23.4%), Advanced Diploma (13.1%).
29.5% of the population in the suburb of Peregian Beach is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.0% in primary school, 9.2% in secondary school, 3.9% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Peregian Beach is 1068, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Peregian Beach, with a combined enrollment of approximately 399 students.
The suburb of Peregian Beach includes 1 combined school.
Peregian Beach features high concentrations of couples without children, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.6 people | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 20.8% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 35.0% | 2021 Census | 65th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 30.6% | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,812 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,951 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 75.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.5 per family | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Peregian Beach had 1,812 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 7.7% to an estimated 1,951 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Peregian Beach is 2.6 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 75.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (20.8%), group households (3.4%), and other household types (0.1%).
Of the 1,372 family households, couples with children account for 35.0% of all households, couples without children at home 30.6%, and single parent families 9.7%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Peregian Beach shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 75.7% (versus 70.4% in Regional Qld). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Peregian Beach have an average of 1.5 children, slightly below the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 53.1% of the adult population are currently married, while 31.0% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 20.8% of all households in the suburb of Peregian Beach, similar to the average for Regional Qld of 25.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 3.4% of households, slightly below the Regional Qld average of 4.0%.
In terms of cultural diversity, Peregian 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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 24.1% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 7.0% | 2021 Census | 32nd percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 93.0% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 88.0% | 2021 Census | 59th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 75.9% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.0% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
Peregian Beach was found to be roughly in line with the national average in terms of cultural diversity, with 75.9% of its population born in Australia, 88.0% being citizens, and 93.0% speaking English only at home.
Christianity is the most commonly reported religion in Peregian Beach, at 41.9% of people, although more residents (55.8%) reported no religion. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.3% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Peregian Beach are English, comprising 32.7% of the population, Australian, comprising 22.6% of the population, and Irish, comprising 10.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Peregian Beach (vs 0.5% across Regional Qld), Scottish at 9.5% (vs 7.8%) and South African at 0.9% (vs 0.5%).
24.1% of the suburb of Peregian Beach population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
7.0% of the population in the suburb of Peregian Beach speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
1.0% of the suburb of Peregian Beach population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
88.0% of the suburb of Peregian Beach population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Peregian Beach is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 26.2% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 35.4% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 80.3% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,167 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 79th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 38.4% | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 13.3% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $500 | 2021 Census, weekly | 90th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 26.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 26.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 70th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Peregian Beach, 35.4% of homes are owned outright, 38.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 26.2% are rented.
According to the latest data, 80.3% of dwellings in the suburb of Peregian Beach are houses.
In the suburb of Peregian Beach, 6.4% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 13.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Peregian Beach stands at 35.4%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Peregian Beach is $2,167, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Peregian Beach is $1,399, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Peregian Beach, households with mortgages typically spend 26.4% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 26.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Peregian Beach is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Peregian Beach shows mortgage holders spending 26.4% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 26.4% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Peregian Beach consists of 80.3% detached houses, 13.3% semi-detached dwellings, 6.4% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Peregian Beach consumes approximately 17.0% of median household income ($8,210 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Peregian Beach show attached dwellings contributing 30% of approvals compared to 20% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 70% of applications versus 80% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Housing density growth is around the national average.
Peregian Beach's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 59.1% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 75th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.3% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 3.2% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.3% | 2021 Census | 81st percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 0.8% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
Around 59.1% of people in the suburb of Peregian Beach are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the suburb of Peregian Beach, 3.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
5.8% of people in the suburb of Peregian Beach are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.2% of the suburb of Peregian Beach population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.8% of people in the suburb of Peregian Beach have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Peregian Beach, 59.1% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Qld sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 1.1 km away and the nearest GP 1.5 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 61 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 61st percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 1.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 2.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 2.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 3.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 5.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 7.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 21.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 2 long day care centres with 131 places in Peregian Beach, about 1.8 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, recent residential development output has been above average within Peregian Beach when compared nationally.
Peregian Beach has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 7% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Peregian Beach is $885 a week, +7.3% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Peregian Beach are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Peregian Beach's median age exceeds the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 63% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
Peregian Beach ranks among the top 18% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance.
Peregian Beach shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Peregian Beach features high concentrations of couples without children, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
In terms of cultural diversity, Peregian 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.
Peregian Beach is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Peregian Beach's residents boast exceedingly positive health performance metrics relative to locations nationally with very low prevalence of common health conditions across all age groups.
Transport in Peregian Beach: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Peregian Beach has an estimated 5,353 residents, up 7.7% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in Peregian Beach.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Peregian Beach.
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Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jul 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL32298). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jul 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Peregian Beach from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Peregian Beach with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.6 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 24.3% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
