Slade Point

Slade Point is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

The population of Slade Point is estimated at around 3,667 as of February 2026. This figure reflects an increase of 217 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,450 people. The current resident population estimate of 3,662 comes from AreaSearch's examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, along with an additional two validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 481 persons per square kilometer, indicating significant space per person and potential room for further development. Slade Point's population growth rate of 6.3% since the census is within 0.8 percentage points of the SA3 area's growth rate of 7.1%. Interstate migration contributed approximately 64.0% 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 using 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. These state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort released in 2023 using a base year of 2022. Considering projected demographic shifts, Slade Point is expected to increase by 278 persons to reach an estimated population of 3,945 by 2041, reflecting a total increase of 7.4% over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Slade Point according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Slade Point has had minimal residential development activity with an average of two dwelling approvals per year over the past five years, totaling eleven approvals. This low level of development reflects the rural nature of the area where housing needs are specific and not driven by broad market demand. It is important to note that with such low approval numbers, yearly growth figures can vary considerably based on individual projects.

Slade Point has much lower development activity compared to the rest of Queensland and nationally. Recent development in the area has been entirely comprised of detached dwellings, maintaining its rural nature with an emphasis on space. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 1216 people, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Slade Point is forecasted to gain 271 residents by 2041.

If current development rates continue, housing supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing competition among buyers and supporting stronger price growth.

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

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified ten projects likely to impact the area. Key projects are Mackay Northern Beaches Master Plan, Slade Point Local Coastal Plan, Andergrove Priority Development Area (PDA), and Somerset Park Estate. Relevant projects are detailed below.

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Slade Point has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks

Slade Point has a diverse workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominently featuring manufacturing and industrial sectors. Its unemployment rate is 4.4%, reflecting an estimated employment growth of 4.4% over the past year, as per AreaSearch's aggregated statistical area data. As of September 2025, there are 1,860 employed residents with a 0.3% higher unemployment rate than Rest of Qld's 4.1%.

Workforce participation stands at 67.7%, slightly above Rest of Qld's 65.7%. Census data shows only 4.4% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts may have influenced this figure. Key industries for employed residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. Slade Point has a strong specialization in mining, with an employment share 2.8 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing shows lower representation at 0.3% compared to the regional average of 4.5%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited based on Census working population vs resident population counts. Between September 2024 and September 2025, employment levels increased by 4.4%, while labour force grew by 4.3%, keeping unemployment relatively stable at 4.4%. In contrast, Rest of Qld saw employment growth of 1.7% and labour force growth of 2.1%, with a slight rise in unemployment to 4.4%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer insights into potential future demand within Slade Point. These projections suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying growth rates across industry sectors. Applying these projections to Slade Point's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and does not account for localized population projections.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

The suburb of Slade Point had a median taxpayer income of $54,184 and an average income of $67,750 in the latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. This is approximately average nationally, compared to Rest of Qld's median income of $53,146 and average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.91% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of September 2025 would be approximately $59,554 (median) and $74,464 (average). In Census 2021 income data, Slade Point's household, family, and personal incomes all ranked modestly, between the 37th and 45th percentiles. Income distribution showed that 31.6% of locals (1,158 people) fell within the $1,500 - 2,999 category, similar to the broader area where 31.7% occupied this range. After housing costs, 85.4% of income remained for other expenses.

Slade Point is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Slade Point's housing structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 90.2% houses and 9.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Non-Metro Qld had 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Slade Point was at 31.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.3% and rented ones at 32.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, below Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure was $300, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, Slade Point's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Slade Point has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households account for 72.2% of all households, including 24.6% couples with children, 28.7% couples without children, and 17.1% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 27.8%, with lone person households at 25.0% and group households comprising 3.0%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which matches the average for the Rest of Queensland.

Slade Point faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area has university qualification rates of 13.3%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are most common at 9.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 44.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (9.1%) and certificates (35.7%).

Educational participation is high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.7% in primary education, 9.6% in secondary education, and 2.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

The analysis of public transportation in Slade Point indicates that there are 18 active transport stops currently operating within the area. These stops primarily service buses along a single route, collectively facilitating 118 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport services is rated as good, with residents typically located approximately 211 meters from their nearest stop. As Slade Point is predominantly residential, most residents commute outward to other areas for work or leisure. The car remains the primary mode of transportation in the area, used by 94% of residents. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per dwelling in Slade Point.

According to the 2021 Census data, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions, only 4.4% of residents work from home. The service frequency averages 16 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 6 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Slade Point is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Slade Point faces significant health challenges, according to an AreaSearch assessment.

Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high, with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is fairly high at approximately 54% of the total population (~1,982 people). The most common medical conditions are mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 8.6% and 8.4% of residents respectively. 67.8% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across Rest of Qld. Working-age residents show above average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 16.3% of residents aged 65 and over (597 people), which is lower than the 20.4% in Rest of Qld, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

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

Slade Point's population showed low cultural diversity, with 87.1% being citizens, 88.4% born in Australia, and 94.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 50.0%, compared to 52.2% across Rest of Qld. The top three ancestry groups were English (27.5%), Australian (26.1%), and Other (9.8%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal (6.6%) and Maori (1.0%) were overrepresented compared to regional averages of 3.9% and 0.8%, respectively. Maltese was also higher at 0.9% compared to the region's 0.4%.

Slade Point's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Slade Point is 39 years, which is lower than the Rest of Qld's average of 41 but close to the national average of 38. The age profile shows that those aged 5-14 are prominent at 14.8%, while those aged 65-74 are smaller at 9.4% compared to Rest of Qld. Between 2021 and present, the 15-24 age group has grown from 11.4% to 12.9%. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort declined from 14.3% to 11.8%, and the 55-64 group dropped from 14.9% to 13.5%. By 2041, demographic projections show significant shifts. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to increase by 113 people (26%), from 440 to 554. Meanwhile, both the 65-74 and 15-24 age groups are expected to decrease in number.