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Richmond Hill (Qld) has an estimated 2,453 residents. That puts 584 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to investigations of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region, alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, Richmond Hill's population is estimated at roughly 2,453 as of May 2026. This represents an increase of no new residents (0.0%) since the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 2,453 individuals. The shift is calculated from the resident population of 2,453, estimated by AreaSearch after reviewing the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025) and one extra validated new address since the Census date. This population size corresponds to a density ratio of 584 persons per square kilometer, offering substantial space per individual and potential capacity for additional development.
Demographic expansion for the locality was mainly propelled by overseas migration, which served as virtually the sole driver of population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this data, and for periods after 2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, published in 2023 and utilizing 2021 data, are implemented. These state projections do not supply age group breakdowns; therefore, when used, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings matching the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data) for each age group. Considering the projected demographic transitions, over this timeframe, projections point to a contraction in overall population, with the local population expected to shrink by 28 persons by 2041 under this framework. Nonetheless, growth across specific age groups is predicted, led by the 25 to 34 age bracket, which is projected to expand by 64 people. Refer to the age section for further details.
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Richmond Hill experiences minimal residential construction activity, averaging two dwelling approvals annually (11 dwellings over the five-year period). Such low development levels are typical of rural localities where housing requirements are modest and construction activity is naturally restricted by local demand and infrastructure capacity. Note that the small sample size means individual development projects can significantly affect annual growth and relative statistics. Richmond Hill naturally exhibits much lower development activity compared to Rest of Qld. This activity rate is also below national patterns. New development consists of 67.0% detached houses and 33.0% attached dwellings, presenting an increasing mix of attached housing types that offer choices across price ranges, from spacious family homes to more accessible compact options.
This represents a notable change from the area's existing housing (currently 87.0% houses), indicating decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options. The estimated count of 1,633 people in the area per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low activity development environment. With population projections showing stability or decline, Richmond Hill should see reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting prospective buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 35 current infrastructure and development projects close to Richmond Hill (Qld), worth an estimated $10.3 billion. 17 are already under construction and 8 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and environmental & disaster management. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects and planning initiatives. In total 4 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Renew Charters Towers, Grand Secret Estate, Queensland Inland Freight Route (Mungindi to Charters Towers), and Goldtower Central, with the below list detailing those likely to be of most relevance.
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Grand Secret Estate
Charters Towers' newest masterplanned residential development, comprising approximately 133 lots. Lot sizes range from 1500sqm to over 1ha, offering space for custom-built homes. Construction commenced in mid-2021, and it is located just 1km from the town centre.
Queensland Inland Freight Route (Mungindi to Charters Towers)
Early works package underway as part of the overarching Inland Freight Route investment strategy, covering the segment from Charters Towers to Mungindi. This is a significant road infrastructure upgrade spanning nearly 1,200km, aiming to upgrade roads for better efficiency and safety, including widening and bridge enhancements, as an alternative to the Bruce Highway.
Renew Charters Towers
A Regional Place Activation Program initiative to revitalise the Charters Towers CBD by temporarily activating vacant shopfronts on Gill and Mosman Streets. The program allowed eligible creatives, startups, social enterprises and community groups to trial rent-free premises on a 30-day rolling licence, with insurance support via Renew Australia. The program aimed to increase foot traffic, support local business growth and help property owners secure long-term tenants. The program has now officially closed after receiving multiple expressions of interest.
Pinnacle Views Estate
Pinnacle Views is a residential land development offering 52 large blocks from 2,000 to 9,899 sqm in an open space living neighbourhood. Features wide roads, quiet avenues, lush native bushland backdrop, NBN ready with fiber to premises, sewered blocks, town water, and includes $10,000 contribution towards fencing and driveways with every block sold.
River Parks Estate
River Parks is a master-planned residential community spanning 72 hectares in Kelso, approximately 20 kilometres south-west of Townsville CBD. The development provides 888 residential allotments for families and young professionals, featuring seven hectares of dedicated parkland, 2.3 kilometres of walking and cycling pathways, and a planned 6,800 square metre retail and commercial hub including a village with shops, a cafe, and a childcare centre. The estate is bound by Dunlop Street to the north and Riverway Drive to the east, with the Ross River Dam within walking distance.
Riverway Plaza Stage 2 Extension
Stage 2 expansion of Riverway Plaza in the Upper Ross growth corridor of Townsville. The project delivers a new 3,585 sqm full-line Coles supermarket, approximately 30-35 specialty stores, and a 650 sqm Snap Fitness gym. Infrastructure improvements include a 140-space basement car park, additional shaded surface parking, and upgraded public amenities, completing the transition into a comprehensive district retail hub.
Ross River Dam to Douglas Water Treatment Plant Pipeline Renewal
Renewal and duplication of a 9.5km pipeline connecting Ross River Dam to Douglas Water Treatment Plant, enhancing resilience and water security for Townsville, which supplies approximately 85% of the city's water.
Rasmussen Village and Community Hub
A new community vision for approximately 2,500 people along the Bohle River in Townsville's Upper Ross. The project aims to create a vibrant, integrated residential community by linking and expanding existing neighbourhoods and infrastructure. It envisions diverse housing choices, including collaboration with Defence Housing Authority, and redefines the Bohle River as a regional open space destination.
921 residents of Richmond Hill (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 997. Unemployment sits at 7.6%, with participation at 50.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,067, about 84% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Richmond Hill has a skilled workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, and an unemployment rate of 7.6%, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026921 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 3.7% above Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%, showing room for improvement, and workforce participation lags significantly (50.2% compared to Regional Qld's 64.3%). Based on Census responses, a low 4.3% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The dominant employment sectors among residents include education & training, health care & social assistance, and mining.
The area has particular employment specialization in education & training, with an employment share of 2.3 times the regional level. Meanwhile, construction has limited presence with 4.4% employment compared to 10.1% regionally. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, during the year to March 2026, the labour force decreased by 1.6% alongside a 2.8% employment decline, causing unemployment to rise by 1.1 percentage points. This compares to Regional Qld, where employment grew by 0.1%, labour force expanded by 0.3%, and unemployment rose 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Richmond Hill. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Richmond Hill's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.8% over five years and 12.8% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
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Median household income in Richmond Hill (Qld) is $1,297 a week (about $67,000 a year), with median personal income at $567 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,722 a year against an average of $56,186. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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As per AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, the suburb of Richmond Hill's median income among taxpayers is $46,722, with an average of $56,186. This is below the national average, and compares to Regional Qld's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $52,030 (median) and $62,569 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Richmond Hill all fall between the 8th and 20th percentiles nationally.
The earnings profile shows the predominant cohort spans 29.0% of locals (711 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, consistent with broader trends across the region showing 31.7% in the same category. While housing costs are modest with 88.6% of income retained, the total disposable income ranks at just the 26th percentile nationally.
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Richmond Hill (Qld) had 757 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 87% detached houses and 0% apartments. 25% are owned with a mortgage, 37% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $230 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,083 a month. Rent absorbs 17.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling structure within Richmond Hill, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 87.2% houses and 12.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Richmond Hill was well beyond that of Regional Qld, at 37.9%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (24.9%) or rented (37.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well below the Regional Qld average at $1,083, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $230, compared to Regional Qld's $1,655 and $345.
Nationally, Richmond Hill's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Richmond Hill (Qld) counted 757 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 19% are couples with children, fewer than in 90% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households dominate at 64.1% of all households, comprising 18.6% couples with children, 27.5% couples without children, and 16.8% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 35.9%, with lone person households at 32.9% and group households comprising 2.8% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 people is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.9% of adults in Richmond Hill (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 11.5% with a bachelor degree and 3.6% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 91% of areas nationally. A further 26.0% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,451 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 917 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (17.9%) substantially below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 11.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 33.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (7.2%) and certificates (26.0%). Educational participation is notably high, with 37.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 22.5% in secondary education, 9.8% in primary education, and 1.9% pursuing tertiary education.
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Getting around Richmond Hill (Qld) means driving: households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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64.1% of residents in Richmond Hill (Qld) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 78% of areas nationally. 10.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health data reveals substantial challenges facing Richmond Hill, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with considerably higher than average prevalence of common health conditions and to an even higher degree among older age cohorts , and the rate of private health cover found to be relatively low at approximately 49% of the total population (~1,213 people). This compares to 52.5% across Regional Qld. The national average is 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be arthritis and asthma, impacting 8.9 and 7.8% of residents, respectively, while 64.1% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Health outcomes among the working-age population are broadly typical. The area has 24.7% of residents aged 65 and over (605 people), which is higher than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, though ranking lower nationally than the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Richmond Hill (Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 91.4% of residents, with 4.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.0%) and English (28.6%). 8.9% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Richmond Hill was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 85.7% of its population being citizens, 91.4% born in Australia, and 96.0% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Richmond Hill was found to be Christianity, which makes up 58.6% of people in Richmond Hill. This compares to 52.2% across Regional Qld. In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Richmond Hill are Australian, comprising 32.0% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 26.5%, English, comprising 28.6% of the population, and Australian Aboriginal, comprising 8.9% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 3.9%.
Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: French is notably overrepresented at 0.5% of Richmond Hill (vs 0.5% regionally), German at 3.7% (vs 4.7%) and Welsh at 0.5% (vs 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Richmond Hill (Qld) is 39. 27.7% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The 39-year median age in Richmond Hill is somewhat lower than Regional Qld's average of 41 though very close to the 38-year national average. The age profile shows 15 - 24 year-olds are particularly prominent (17.8%), while the 35 - 44 group is comparatively smaller (9.2%) than in Regional Qld. This 15 - 24 concentration is well above the national 12.7%. In the period since 2021, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 15.2% to 17.8% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 16.8% to 15.2%.
Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Richmond Hill's age structure. The 25 to 34 age cohort is projected to increase solidly, expanding by 51 people (21%) from 242 to 294. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 59% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. On the other hand, the 35 to 44 and 65 to 74 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Richmond Hill (Qld)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 1 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,453 at the 2021 Census → 2,453 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL32426). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.