Pimpama

Pimpama lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

As of Nov 2025, the estimated population for the Pimpama statistical area (Lv2) is around 31,857. This reflects a growth of 7,256 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 24,601. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 31,167 as of June 2024 and an additional 1,047 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 778 persons per square kilometer, similar to averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. The Pimpama (SA2) experienced a 29.5% growth rate between the 2021 Census and Nov 2025, exceeding both the non-metro area's 8.8% growth and the national average. Interstate migration contributed approximately 69.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration being positive factors.

AreaSearch adopts 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 released in 2023 based on 2021 data are used, applying proportional growth weightings from ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort where necessary. By 2041, the Pimpama (SA2) is forecasted to grow by 12,687 persons, reflecting a total gain of 36.9% over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Pimpama was found to be higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country

Pimpama's dwelling approvals averaged around 387 per year based on AreaSearch analysis. Between FY-21 and FY-25, approximately 1,936 homes were approved, with an additional 42 approved in FY-26. This results in about 5.8 new residents arriving per dwelling constructed annually over the past five financial years.

The supply of dwellings is lagging behind demand, leading to heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. The average construction value for new homes is $339,000, consistent with regional patterns. In FY-26, $15.1 million in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating balanced commercial development activity compared to the rest of Queensland. Pimpama records 74.0% more development activity per person than the rest of Queensland, reflecting strong developer confidence in the location. Recent construction comprises 52.0% detached dwellings and 48.0% townhouses or apartments, showing a shift from the current housing mix of 81.0% houses. This change reflects reduced availability of development sites and addresses shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements.

The location has approximately 132 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Population forecasts estimate Pimpama will gain 11,744 residents by 2041, suggesting that current development rates should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth beyond current population projections.

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

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 45 projects that could impact this region. Notable projects include Home Focus Pimpama, Calli Upper Coomera, Calli, and Baileys Reserve Upper Coomera. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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The employment environment in Pimpama shows above-average strength when compared nationally

Pimpama has a skilled workforce with a notable construction sector. Its unemployment rate was 3.8% in the past year, with an estimated employment growth of 2.9%.

As of September 2025, 16,886 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, below Rest of Qld's 4.1%. Workforce participation is high at 68.6% compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Dominant employment sectors include health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Construction has a particularly notable concentration, with employment levels at 1.2 times the regional average.

Agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence at 0.4% compared to the regional 4.5%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census working population vs resident population comparison. In the past year, employment increased by 2.9%, labour force by 3.0%, raising unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. Rest of Qld had 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 to 25-Nov shows Queensland employment contracted by 0.01%, with an unemployment rate of 4.2%. National employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment expansion by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between sectors. Applying these projections to Pimpama's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released on 30 June 2023, the suburb of Pimpama had a median income among taxpayers of $52,575 with the average level standing at $62,154. This is below the national average and compares to levels of $53,146 and $66,593 across Rest of Qld respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year ended June 2023, current estimates would be approximately $57,785 (median) and $68,313 (average) as of September 2025. From the Census conducted on 10 August 2021, household, family and personal incomes in Pimpama cluster around the 58th percentile nationally. Looking at income distribution, the predominant cohort spans 46.3% of locals (14,749 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, consistent with broader trends across the surrounding region showing 31.7% in the same category. High housing costs consume 21.5% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 50th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Pimpama, as per the latest Census, consisted of 80.9% houses and 19.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This is comparable to Non-Metro Qld's figures of 80.5% houses and 19.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Pimpama stood at 10.1%, with mortgaged dwellings at 32.1% and rented ones at 57.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,978, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $2,000. The median weekly rent figure in Pimpama was $440, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $450. Nationally, Pimpama's mortgage repayments were higher at $1,978 than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially higher at $440 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 83.7% of all households, including 38.8% couples with children, 26.2% couples without children, and 17.5% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 16.3%, with lone person households at 11.7% and group households comprising 4.6%. The median household size is 3.0 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.9.

Pimpama performs slightly above the national average for education, showing competitive qualification levels and steady academic outcomes

In Pimpama, as of a certain date, 20.8% of residents aged 15 and above held university degrees, compared to Australia's 30.4%. This indicates potential for educational development. Bachelor degrees were the most common at 14.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 4.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational credentials were prominent, with 43.3% of residents aged 15 and above holding them.

Advanced diplomas accounted for 13.7% and certificates for 29.6%. Educational participation was high, with 35.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This included 13.9% in primary education, 7.9% in secondary education, and 4.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Pimpama has 77 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These are a mix of train and bus services, totaling 30 individual routes. Collectively, these routes provide 2,664 weekly passenger trips.

Transport accessibility is rated as good, with residents typically located 256 meters from the nearest transport stop. Service frequency averages 380 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 34 weekly trips per individual stop.

Pimpama's residents are extremely healthy with younger cohorts in particular seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions

Analysis of health metrics shows strong performance throughout Pimpama, with younger cohorts particularly seeing very low prevalence of common health conditions.

The rate of private health cover was found to be relatively low at approximately 52% of the total population (~16,511 people). The most common medical conditions in the area were mental health issues and asthma, impacting 9.5 and 8.6% of residents respectively. A total of 73.8% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 71.6% across Rest of Qld. As of 2021, 8.1% of residents were aged 65 and over (2,580 people), which is lower than the 12.0% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges requiring more attention than the broader population.

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

Pimpama's population was found to be more linguistically diverse than most local areas, with 16.9% speaking a language other than English at home as of the latest data from 2016. Additionally, 31.7% of Pimpama residents were born overseas by this date. Christianity is the predominant religion in Pimpama, comprising 38.8% of its population.

However, the category 'Other' is more prevalent in Pimpama at 3.3%, compared to 1.2% across the rest of Queensland as recorded in the same year. In terms of ancestry, the top three groups in Pimpama are English (27.2%), Australian (24.4%), and Other (10.1%). Notably, Maori representation is higher than average at 4.6%, compared to 2.9% regionally, while New Zealand-born residents make up 2.2% of Pimpama's population versus the regional average of 1.9%. Samoan ancestry is also more prominent in Pimpama, with 1.1% compared to 0.7% across the rest of Queensland.

Pimpama hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Pimpama's median age is 29, which is younger than Rest of Qld's figure of 41 and Australia's 38 years. Compared to Rest of Qld, Pimpama has a higher proportion of 25-34 residents at 21.9%, but fewer 55-64 year-olds at 5.9%. This 25-34 concentration is significantly higher than the national figure of 14.5%. Between the 2021 Census and present, the 35 to 44 age group has increased from 15.1% to 17.5%, while the 5 to 14 cohort has decreased from 16.7% to 15.1% and the 0 to 4 group has dropped from 10.8% to 9.3%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Pimpama, with the 25 to 34 cohort projected to grow by 41%, adding 2,888 residents to reach a total of 9,865.