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 Feb 2026, the population of Robina is estimated at around 27,717 people. This figure reflects an increase of 2,058 individuals since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 25,659 people in the suburb. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's estimation of the resident population at 27,708 following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2024), and an additional 191 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level equates to a density ratio of 1,852 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Robina's growth rate of 8.0% since the 2021 census exceeded that of the SA3 area at 7.2%, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Overseas migration contributed approximately 87.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, driving primary population growth for the area.

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. However, these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence proportional growth weightings aligned with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort are applied where utilized. Examining future population trends, a significant increase is forecasted for Robina by 2041. Aggregated SA2-level projections indicate an expected increase of 8,219 persons over the 17-year period, reflecting a total increase of 29.6% in the suburb's population.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers shows Robina had approximately 118 dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling around 590 homes. As of FY26, there have been 22 approvals recorded. On average, each home built between FY21 and FY25 attracted 3.9 new residents. This has led to a significant demand exceeding supply, potentially driving price growth and increased buyer competition.

The average construction cost for new homes is $555,000, indicating a focus on the premium segment. In FY26, commercial approvals amounted to $93.9 million, suggesting strong commercial development momentum. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Robina has slightly more development per capita over the past five years, maintaining good buyer choice while supporting existing property values. Recent construction comprises 3.0% detached dwellings and 97.0% townhouses or apartments, reflecting a shift towards higher-density living to create more affordable entry points for downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This marks a considerable change from the current housing mix of 55.0% houses.

Robina has around 136 people per dwelling approval, indicating characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Robina is expected to grow by approximately 8,210 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting stronger price growth.

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

Infrastructure changes significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 52 projects likely impacting the region. Notable ones include Robina Private Hospital Expansion, Robina Quarter, Cienna Varsity Ridge, and Gold Coast Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit. The following details projects expected to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Robina demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets

Robina's workforce is well-educated with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 2.6% as of September 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.5%.

This figure is based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, there were 15,483 residents employed with an unemployment rate of 1.5% below Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation was broadly similar to Rest of Qld's figure of 65.7%. According to Census responses, 17.1% of residents worked from home.

Employment is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training sectors. Robina shows strong specialization in professional & technical services with an employment share of 1.6 times the regional level. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.3% versus the regional average of 4.5%. The ratio of 0.7 workers for each resident indicates a level of local employment opportunities above the norm. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 2.5% while labour force increased by 2.5%, leaving unemployment broadly flat. By comparison, Rest of Qld recorded employment growth of 1.7%, labour force growth of 2.1%, with unemployment rising 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Robina. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Robina's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.0% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

The suburb of Robina had a median taxpayer income of $49,940 and an average income of $63,403 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This is lower than the national average, with Rest of Qld having a median income of $53,146 and an average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $54,889 (median) and $69,686 (average) as of September 2025. Census data shows household, family, and personal incomes all rank modestly in Robina, between the 43rd and 50th percentiles. The earnings band of $1,500 - 2,999 captures 34.4% of the community (9,534 individuals), similar to regional levels at 31.7%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, 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

Robina's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 54.6% houses and 45.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Robina was 32.6%, similar to Non-Metro Qld's level. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (33.5%) or rented (33.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Robina was $2,000, above Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure in Robina was $540, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345 and the national average of $375. Nationally, Robina's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863.

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

Family households constitute 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 comprise 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 Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

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

The area's educational profile is notable regionally with university qualification rates at 29.0%, surpassing the Rest of Qld average of 20.6% and the SA4 region average of 25.4%. Bachelor degrees are most common at 19.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 6.7% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 35.4% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas at 13.4% and certificates at 22.0%.

Educational participation is high, with 30.5% of residents 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 facilitate 3099 weekly passenger trips in total. Transport accessibility is rated as good with residents on average being located 237 meters from the nearest stop. Primarily residential, most Robina residents commute outward using cars which remain the dominant mode at 91%. On average, there are 1.4 vehicles per dwelling. According to the 2021 Census, 17.1% of residents work from home, possibly due to COVID-19 conditions.

Service frequency averages 442 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 33 weekly trips per 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, which is around 14,504 people, leading that of the average SA2 area. The most common medical conditions in the area are arthritis and mental health issues, impacting 7.4% and 7.2% of residents respectively. Approximately 71.2% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across Rest of Qld. Working-age residents show notably healthy outcomes with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 18.4% of residents aged 65 and over, which is around 5,099 people, lower than the 20.4% in Rest of Qld. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, with national rankings broadly in line with 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 showed higher cultural diversity than most local markets, with 18.0% speaking a language other than English at home and 35.1% born overseas. Christianity was the predominant religion in Robina, accounting for 49.4%. Judaism, however, was overrepresented compared to Rest of Qld, comprising 0.3% versus 0.1%.

In terms of ancestry, the top groups were English (29.1%), Australian (21.4%), and Other (9.1%). Notably, New Zealand (1.6%), South African (1.0%), and French (0.7%) ethnicities were overrepresented compared to regional averages.

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

The median age in Robina as of the 2021 Census is 38 years, which is slightly lower than Rest of Qld's average of 41 years but aligns with Australia's median age of 38. The 25-34 age group constitutes 16.1% of Robina's population, higher than Rest of Qld's percentage, while the 55-64 cohort makes up 9.7%, lower than Rest of Qld's figure. Comparing pre and post-2021 Census data, Robina's median age decreased by 1 year to 38 from 39 between these periods. The 25-34 age group grew from 13.0% to 16.1%, and the 15-24 cohort increased from 13.8% to 15.0%. Conversely, the 5-14 cohort declined from 11.8% to 9.9%, and the 65-74 group dropped from 10.4% to 8.8%. By 2041, Robina's age composition is projected to shift notably. The 25-34 age cohort is expected to increase by 2,304 people (52%), growing from 4,462 to 6,767. Meanwhile, the 15-24 cohort shows minimal growth of just 6%, increasing by 259 people.