Point Vernon

Point Vernon has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of November 2025, Point Vernon's population is estimated at approximately 5,932. This figure represents an increase of 214 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 5,718. The increase is inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population as 5,870 in June 2024, based on ABS ERP data, and the validation of 330 new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,223 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Interstate migration contributed approximately 80.0% of 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 released in 2023, based on 2021 data, are adopted. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits; thus, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings from ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Future population trends anticipate lower quartile growth of national non-metropolitan areas. Point Vernon is expected to increase by 138 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 1.3% over the 17 years.

Residential development activity is slightly higher than average within Point Vernon when compared nationally

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Point Vernon has received around 45 dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 229 homes. Nine approvals have been recorded so far in FY-26. Between FY-21 and FY-25, new construction averaged 0.1 new residents per year per dwelling constructed. This suggests that new construction is matching or outpacing demand, offering buyers more options while potentially enabling population growth to exceed current expectations.

The average expected construction cost value of new homes in Point Vernon is $468,000, aligning with broader regional development trends. In FY-26, $215,000 in commercial approvals have been registered, indicating minimal commercial development activity compared to residential growth. When compared to the rest of Queensland, Point Vernon has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person, but it places among the 88th percentile nationally for development activity, with a recent uptick in building approvals.

New building activity is dominated by detached houses (91.0%) and townhouses or apartments (9.0%), sustaining Point Vernon's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. With around 89 people per dwelling approval, Point Vernon shows characteristics of a low density area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Point Vernon is expected to grow by 75 residents through to 2041, with current construction levels likely meeting demand and creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Point Vernon has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 26thth percentile nationally

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Point Vernon shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia

Point Vernon has a diverse workforce with both white and blue-collar jobs. The unemployment rate is 6.4%, with an estimated employment growth of 5.2% over the past year.

As of June 2025, there are 2,342 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.4% higher than Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation is lower at 41.3%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The area shows strong specialization in health care & social assistance (1.6 times the regional level) but has lower representation in agriculture, forestry & fishing (0.9% vs regional average of 4.5%).

Employment opportunities locally may be limited. Over the year to June 2025, employment increased by 5.2%, while labour force grew by 7.1%, resulting in a rise in unemployment rate by 1.7 percentage points. In comparison, Rest of Qld had employment growth of 1.8% and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest potential future demand within Point Vernon. Applying these projections to the local employment mix indicates a possible increase in employment by 7.1% over five years and 14.7% over ten years, though these are simple extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

Point Vernon's median taxpayer income was $41,681 and average income was $52,404 in financial year 2022, according to the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This is lower than national averages, contrasting 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% since financial year 2022, current estimates would be approximately $47,512 (median) and $59,735 (average) as of September 2025. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Point Vernon all fall between the 5th and 6th percentiles nationally. The data shows the $800 - 1,499 earnings band captures 32.2% of the community (1,910 individuals), differing from patterns across regional levels where $1,500 - 2,999 dominates with 31.7%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.8% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 8th percentile nationally.

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

Point Vernon's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 93.5% houses and 6.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 83.9% houses and 16.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Point Vernon stood at 48.7%, with mortgaged dwellings at 25.5% and rented ones at 25.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, lower than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,430. Median weekly rent in Point Vernon was $340, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $335. Nationally, Point Vernon's mortgage repayments were significantly lower at $1,300 against the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were less at $340 than the national figure of $375.

Point Vernon features high concentrations of group households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households comprise 69.7% of all households, including 18.6% couples with children, 36.2% couples without children, and 13.2% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.3%, with lone person households at 26.0% and group households comprising 4.2%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which matches the average for the Rest of Qld.

Point Vernon shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators

The area's university qualification rate is 17.4%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 12.1%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.7%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 43.0% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (31.3%). Current educational participation is high at 25.6%, comprising primary education (9.7%), secondary education (7.8%), and tertiary education (3.3%).

Educational facilities seem to be located outside the immediate catchment boundaries, necessitating families to access schools in neighboring areas.

No public transport data available for this catchment area.

Health performance in Point Vernon is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Point Vernon faces significant health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low, at approximately 48% of the total population (~2,845 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (12.6%) and mental health issues (10.7%), while 54.3% report no medical ailments, compared to 56.7% in the rest of Queensland. As of 2021, approximately 31.1% of residents are aged 65 and over (1,844 people). Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly aligning with the general population's health profile.

Point Vernon is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Point Vernon, surveyed in June 2016, had low cultural diversity with 82.0% born in Australia, 88.7% being citizens, and 96.2% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 53.4%, slightly higher than Rest of Qld's 52.7%. The top three ancestral groups were English (34.5%), Australian (27.9%), and Scottish (9.0%).

Notably, German (5.0% vs regional 5.3%), French (0.6% vs 0.4%), and Russian (0.3% vs 0.2%) groups were overrepresented.

Point Vernon ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Point Vernon has a median age of 52, which is higher than the Rest of Qld figure of 41 and also above the national average of 38. The 65-74 age group makes up 16.6% of Point Vernon's population, compared to 9.4% nationally and 10.7% in Rest of Qld. Meanwhile, the 25-34 cohort is less prevalent at 8.2%. Post the 2021 Census, the 55-64 age group grew from 15.2% to 16.4%, while the 5-14 group declined from 11.4% to 10.1% and the 65-74 group decreased from 17.8% to 16.6%. By 2041, demographic modeling projects significant changes in Point Vernon's age profile. The 25-34 cohort is expected to grow by 109 people (23%), from 486 to 596. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 55-64 and 45-54 cohorts.