Robina

Robina 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 May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Robina is around 28,033. This reflects an increase of 2,374 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 25,659. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and validation of 191 new addresses since the Census date. This level of population results in a density ratio of 1,873 persons per square kilometer, above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Robina's growth rate of 9.3% since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area (8.0%) and the Rest of Qld region, marking it as a growth leader in the area. Overseas migration contributed approximately 87.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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 adopted. Considering projected demographic shifts, the suburb of Robina is forecast to increase its population by 7,548 persons to 2041, reflecting a gain of 26.9% in total over the 16 years.

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

Robina has recorded approximately 118 residential properties granted approval annually. Over the past five financial years, from FY21 to FY25, around 590 homes have been approved, with an additional 22 approved so far in FY26. This results in about 3.9 new residents per year arriving per dwelling constructed during this period.

The supply of dwellings is substantially lagging behind demand, indicating heightened buyer competition and pricing pressures. Developers are targeting the premium market segment, with new dwellings being developed at an average value of $555,000. In FY26, $93.9 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded, suggesting robust local business investment. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Robina shows moderately higher construction activity, balancing buyer choice while supporting current property values. New development consists predominantly of townhouses or apartments (97.0%), marking a significant departure from existing housing patterns (currently 55.0% houses).

This trend suggests diminishing developable land availability and responds to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. With around 136 people per dwelling approval, Robina shows characteristics of a growth area. Future projections estimate that Robina will add approximately 7,548 residents by 2041, potentially leading to increased competition among buyers and stronger price growth if current development rates continue.

Robina 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 52 potential impact projects. Notable ones are Robina Private Hospital Expansion, Robina Quarter, Cienna Varsity Ridge, and Gold Coast Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit. The following details the most relevant projects.

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Robina ranks among the top 25% of areas assessed nationally for overall employment performance

Robina has an educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 2.5%, lower than the regional Queensland average of 4%. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.7%.

As of December 2025, there are 15,640 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.5% below Regional Qld's rate. Workforce participation is similar to regional levels at 67.3%. Approximately 17.1% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 impacts should be considered. Key industries include healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training.

Robina specializes in professional & technical jobs, with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level. Agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence at 0.3% compared to 4.5% regionally. The worker-to-resident ratio is 0.7, indicating ample local employment opportunities. Between December 2024 and 2025, employment levels increased by 2.7%, with labour force growth also at 2.7%. In contrast, Regional Qld saw employment grow by 0.7% and labour force grow by 1.0%. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Robina's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, based on simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Robina suburb's income level is lower than average nationally. According to latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, Robina's median income among taxpayers is $49,940 and average income stands at $63,403. These figures compare to Regional Qld's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Robina would be approximately $55,613 (median) and $70,606 (average) as of March 2026. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes in Robina rank modestly, between the 43rd and 50th percentiles. Income distribution data indicates that the $1,500 - $2,999 earnings band captures 34.4% of the community (9,643 individuals), similar to the regional figure of 31.7%. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Robina, with only 80.8% of income remaining, ranking at the 47th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

Robina displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Dwelling structure in Robina, as per the latest Census, consisted of 54.6% houses and 45.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Robina was 32.6%, similar to Regional Qld's figure. Mortgaged dwellings made up 33.5% and rented dwellings were at 33.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,000, higher than Regional Qld's average of $1,655. Median weekly rent in Robina was $540, compared to Regional Qld's $375 and the national average of $345. Nationally, Robina's mortgage repayments were higher at $2,000 versus Australia's average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households compose 74.5% of all households, including 31.0% couples with children, 29.4% couples without children, and 13.1% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 25.5%, with lone person households at 20.7% and group households comprising 4.9%. The median household size is 2.6 people, larger than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

The educational profile of Robina exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 29.0%, higher than the Rest of Qld average of 20.6%. This rate exceeds that of the SA4 region at 25.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 19.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%).

Vocational credentials are held by 35.4% of residents aged 15+, with advanced diplomas at 13.4% and certificates at 22.0%. Educational participation is high, with 30.5% currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.0% in primary education, 8.1% in tertiary education, and 7.6% pursuing secondary education.

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

Robina has 92 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 35 different routes that together facilitate 3,099 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as good with residents typically located 237 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outward due to Robina's primarily residential nature. Car remains the dominant mode of transport at 91%. The average vehicle ownership per dwelling is 1.4.

According to the 2021 Census, 17.1% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 442 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 33 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Robina demonstrates above-average health outcomes based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Both young and old age cohorts show low prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover is approximately 52% of the total population (~14,669 people), leading that of the average SA2 area. The most common medical conditions are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 7.4% and 7.2% of residents respectively. Seventy-one point two percent declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Working-age residents show notably healthy outcomes with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 19.1% of residents aged 65 and over (5,354 people), which is lower than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, aligning broadly with national rankings for the general population.

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

Robina's population, at 18.0%, was more likely to speak a language other than English at home compared to most local markets. Born overseas, 35.1% of Robina residents were recorded. Christianity dominated as the main religion, with 49.4%.

Judaism, however, was overrepresented in Robina at 0.3%, higher than Regional Qld's 0.1%. In terms of parental birth countries, English ancestry led at 29.1%, followed by Australian at 21.4% (lower than the regional average of 26.5%), and Other at 9.1%. Notably, New Zealand (1.6%) South Australian (1.0%), and French (0.7%) ethnicities were more prevalent in Robina compared to regional averages.

Robina's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms

The median age in Robina is 38 years, slightly below Regional Queensland's average of 41 but matching Australia's median age of 38 years. The age group of 25-34 years has a strong representation at 15.5%, compared to Regional Queensland. Conversely, the 55-64 age group is less prevalent at 9.7%. According to data from the 2021 Census, the percentage of people aged 25-34 has increased from 13.0% to 15.5%. Meanwhile, the percentages for the 5-14 and 55-64 age groups have decreased from 11.8% to 10.3% and from 11.2% to 9.7%, respectively. Population forecasts indicate significant demographic changes in Robina by 2041. Notably, the 25-34 age group is projected to grow by 48%, adding 2,088 people to reach a total of 6,434 from the current figure of 4,345. In contrast, the 15-24 age group shows minimal growth of just 4%, with an increase of only 142 people.