Peregian Springs

Peregian Springs lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of Peregian Springs is around 10,609. This reflects an increase of 1,077 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 9,532. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 10,593 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024 and an additional 115 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,961 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Peregian Springs' growth rate of 11.3% since the 2021 census exceeded both the SA3 area (5.9%) and the Rest of Qld, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 53.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including overseas migration and natural growth being positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, 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, with proportional growth weightings applied for age cohorts where state projections do not provide age category splits. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, the suburb of Peregian Springs is expected to increase by 2,063 persons to 2041, reflecting an overall increase of 19.3% over the 17-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Peregian Springs among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data indicates approximately 39 new homes approved annually in Peregian Springs over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 199 homes. As of FY26, four approvals have been recorded. Between FY21 and FY25, an average of 8.6 new residents arrived per year per dwelling constructed. The supply of dwellings is substantially lagging demand, suggesting heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures.

New dwellings are developed at an average expected construction cost value of $496,000, somewhat higher than regional norms, reflecting quality-focused development. In FY26, $7.6 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating the area's residential character. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Peregian Springs records 18.0% less building activity per person and ranks among the 52nd percentile nationally. New building activity comprises 61.0% standalone homes and 39.0% medium and high-density housing, showing an expanding range of medium-density options to create a mix of opportunities across price brackets.

This represents a considerable change from the current housing mix, which is currently 78.0% houses, reflecting reduced availability of development sites and addressing shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. With approximately 308 people per dwelling approval, Peregian Springs indicates a developing market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Peregian Springs is projected to add 2,051 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

Peregian Springs has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

The performance of a region can greatly be influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified ten projects that are expected to impact the area significantly. Notable projects include the expansion of Peregian Springs Shopping Centre, the SEQ Liveability Fund - Peregian Beach Pathways project, Emu Mountain Road Shared Pathway construction, and the development of the Peregian Springs Master Planned Community. The following list details those projects deemed most relevant:.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Peregian Springs performing better than 85% of local markets assessed across Australia

Peregian Springs has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation and an unemployment rate of 1.5%, as aggregated by AreaSearch from statistical area data. As of September 2025, there are 5,380 residents in work, with the unemployment rate being 2.6% lower than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation is similar to Rest of Qld's 65.7%.

According to Census responses, 22.3% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The key industries for employment among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food. Peregian Springs has a particular employment specialization in professional & technical services, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, with only 0.6% of Peregian Springs's workforce compared to 4.5% in Rest of Qld.

The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. During the year to September 2025, the labour force decreased by 2.3%, alongside a 2.1% employment decline, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.2 percentage points. 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. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Peregian Springs's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though these are simple weighted extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The median taxpayer income in Peregian Springs is $49,491, with an average of $72,200, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This is higher than the national averages of $53,146 median and $66,593 average in Rest of Qld. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $54,396 median and $79,355 average, based on a 9.91% Wage Price Index growth since the financial year 2023. Census data indicates that incomes in Peregian Springs cluster around the 53rd percentile nationally. Income distribution shows 35.9% of the population (3,808 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Housing costs consume 19.9% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 50th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 7th decile.

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

In Peregian Springs, as recorded in the latest Census, 78.3% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 21.6% being semi-detached, apartments, and other types. This is compared to Non-Metro Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Peregian Springs stood at 28.3%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.8% and rented ones at 38.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,100, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent in Peregian Springs was $530, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, mortgage repayments were significantly higher at $2,100 compared to the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 81.7% of all households, including 38.3% couples with children, 29.4% couples without children, and 13.4% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 18.3%, consisting of 15.7% lone person households and 2.5% group households. The median household size is 2.8 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Educational achievement in Peregian Springs places it within the top 10% nationally, reflecting strong academic performance and high qualification levels across the community

The area's university qualification rate is 27.1%, exceeding the Rest of Qld average of 20.6%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 19.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational credentials are held by 39.8% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 15.1% and certificates at 24.7%.

Educational participation is high, with 33.6% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.4% in primary, 10.7% in secondary, and 3.4% in tertiary education.

Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Peregian Springs has 22 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These stops are served by one route in total, offering 101 weekly passenger trips combined. Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 300 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to its primarily residential nature. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 95%. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 22.3% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 14 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately four weekly trips per individual stop.

The level of general health in Peregian Springs is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Peregian Springs exhibits superior health outcomes according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both younger and older age groups show a low prevalence of common health conditions.

Approximately 56% (~5,920 people) of the total population has private health cover, higher than the regional average of 52.5%. The most prevalent medical conditions are mental health issues (8.0%) and arthritis (7.4%), with 71.7% declaring no medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in the rest of Queensland. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 16.5% (1,750 people) of residents aged 65 and over, lower than the regional average of 20.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, aligning with national rankings for the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Peregian Springs 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 Springs had a cultural diversity level above average, with 8.3% of its population speaking languages other than English at home and 27.8% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Peregian Springs, comprising 43.2% of its population. Notably, Judaism was overrepresented compared to the rest of Queensland, making up 0.3% of Peregian Springs' population versus 0.1%.

The top three ancestry groups were English (33.1%), Australian (25.2%), and Scottish (8.8%). There were also notable divergences in certain ethnic groups: South African was overrepresented at 1.3%, Welsh at 0.8%, and New Zealand at 1.1%.

Peregian Springs's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Peregian Springs is 39 years, which is lower than Rest of Qld's average of 41 but close to the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 5-14 make up 16.4%, while those aged 25-34 make up 7.6%. Since 2021, the population aged 15-24 has grown from 10.6% to 13.4%, and the 45-54 cohort has increased from 14.2% to 15.4%. Conversely, the 5-14 age group has declined from 18.2% to 16.4%, and the 65-74 group has dropped from 9.9% to 8.3%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections show that the 45-54 age cohort is expected to increase by 456 people (28%), from 1,633 to 2,090. Meanwhile, the 15-24 cohort is projected to grow by a modest 3%, an increase of 48 people.