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

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, the suburb of Slade Point's population is estimated at around 3,667 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 217 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,450 people. The change is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 3,665 residents following examination of ABS ERP data release in June 2025 and three validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 481 persons per square kilometer. Slade Point's growth rate of 6.3% since census positions it within 0.5 percentage points of its SA3 area (6.8%). Population growth was primarily driven by interstate migration contributing approximately 64.0%.

AreaSearch adopts ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are used, applying proportional growth weightings for age cohorts. Considering projected demographic shifts, the suburb is expected to increase by 208 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 5.6% over the 16 years.

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 2 dwelling approvals annually over the past five years (11 approvals). This low level of development reflects the rural nature of the area, where housing needs are typically specific and locally driven rather than broadly market-driven. Due to the low approval numbers, yearly growth figures can vary considerably based on individual projects.

Compared to Rest of Qld and national patterns, Slade Point has much lower development activity. Recent development in Slade Point has been entirely detached dwellings, maintaining its rural character with an emphasis on space. As of now, there are estimated to be 1216 people per dwelling approval in the area, indicating a quiet, low-activity development environment. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Slade Point is forecasted to gain 206 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 in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. Ten projects identified by AreaSearch may impact this region. Notable ones are Mackay Northern Beaches Master Plan, Slade Point Local Coastal Plan, Andergrove Priority Development Area (PDA), and Somerset Park Estate. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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Employment performance in Slade Point has been broadly consistent with national averages

Slade Point has a balanced workforce with representation across white and blue collar jobs, particularly in manufacturing and industrial sectors. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. Over the past year, employment growth was estimated at 4.5% based on AreaSearch data aggregation from statistical areas.

As of December 2025, there are 1,868 residents employed with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, which is 0.3% higher than Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%. Workforce participation stands at 67.1%, slightly above Regional Qld's 64.5%. According to Census responses, only 4.4% of residents work from home. Key industries of employment include 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%. Employment opportunities appear limited locally based on Census data comparing working population to resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment levels increased by 4.5% and labour force grew by 5.3%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.8 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld saw employment growth of 0.7% and labour force growth of 1.0%, with a 0.3 percentage point increase in unemployment rate. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project national employment expansion at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Slade Point's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.0% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, assuming no changes in population projections.

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

Slade Point's median taxpayer income is $54,184 and average is $67,750 based on latest postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is approximately national average, differing from Regional Qld's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. As of March 2026, estimated incomes are around $60,339 (median) and $75,446 (average), adjusted by Wage Price Index growth of 11.36%. Census 2021 data ranks Slade Point's household, family, and personal incomes modestly, between the 37th and 45th percentiles. Income distribution shows that 31.6% of locals (1,158 people) earn between $1,500 - 2,999 per week, similar to broader area patterns where 31.7% fall within this range. After housing costs, 85.4% of income remains for other expenses.

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

Dwelling structure in Slade Point, evaluated at the latest Census, consisted of 90.2% houses and 9.7% other dwellings. In comparison, Regional Qld had 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Slade Point was 31.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 36.3% and rented ones at 32.2%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, below Regional Qld's average of $1,655. Median weekly rent in Slade Point was $300, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Slade Point's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,517 versus 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 constitute 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 comprise the remaining 27.8%, with lone person households at 25.0% and group households making up 3.0%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the Regional Queensland average.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 13.3%, significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 44.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them. Advanced diplomas account for 9.1% while certificates make up 35.7%.

Educational participation is high at 30.5%, including 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

Slade Point has 18 active public transport stops, all serving buses. These stops are covered by one route in total, offering 118 weekly passenger trips combined. Transport accessibility is considered good, with residents on average located 211 meters from the nearest stop. Most residents commute outwards daily due to Slade Point's residential nature. Cars remain the primary mode of transport, used by 94% of residents. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 4.4% of residents work from home, which might be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. On average, there are 16 trips per day across all routes, translating to roughly 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, as assessed by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence.

Common health conditions are somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Approximately 54% of the total population (~1,982 people) has private health cover, which is relatively high. The most common medical conditions in the area are mental health issues and arthritis, affecting 8.6 and 8.4% of residents respectively. 67.8% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Working-age residents show an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 17.2% of residents aged 65 and over (630 people), which is lower than the 20.4% in Regional 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 Australian citizens, 88.4% born in Australia, and 94.1% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 50.0% of residents, compared to 52.2% regionally. The top three ancestral groups were English (27.5%), Australian (26.1%), and Other (9.8%).

Notably, certain ethnicities had higher representation in Slade Point than the regional average: Australian Aboriginal at 6.6% (vs 3.9%), Maori at 1.0% (vs 0.8%), and Maltese at 0.9% (vs 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 Regional Queensland's average of 41 but close to the national average of 38. The age profile shows a prominent percentage of individuals aged 5-14 (14.6%) and a relatively smaller percentage of those aged 25-34 (11.1%) compared to Regional Queensland. Between 2021 and the present, the population aged 15-24 has increased from 11.4% to 13.1%, while the 45-54 age group has decreased from 14.3% to 12.2%. Additionally, the 55-64 age group has dropped from 14.9% to 13.6%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate significant shifts in Slade Point's age structure. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to increase by 101 people (25%), from 407 to 509. Conversely, both the 65-74 and 15-24 age groups are expected to have reduced numbers.