Soldiers Hill (Qld)

Soldiers Hill has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

As of May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Soldiers Hill (Qld) is around 1,781, reflecting a decrease of 15 people since the 2021 Census. This decline represents approximately 0.8% of its previous population of 1,796. The current estimate was derived from AreaSearch's examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2025 and address validation since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 1,029 persons per square kilometer, comparable to averages observed across other locations assessed by AreaSearch. Despite this decrease, the SA3 area experienced overall growth of 1.9%, indicating divergent trends within the broader region. Natural growth contributed approximately 65% of recent population gains in Soldiers Hill.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections for years post-2032, based on 2021 data. For areas not covered by these projections, proportional growth weightings are applied according to ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 using 2022 data. Future demographic trends indicate an overall population decline of 53 persons by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age group projected to increase by 37 people.

Residential dwelling approval activity has been practically non-existent in Soldiers Hill

Soldiers Hill saw minimal construction activity from 2017 to 2021, with fewer than two new dwellings approved annually. This low development level is typical of rural areas where housing needs are modest and construction activity is limited by local demand and infrastructure capacity. The small sample size means individual projects can significantly influence annual growth statistics.

Compared to the rest of Queensland and national averages, Soldiers Hill has much lower development activity. With a stable or declining population expected, Soldiers Hill may experience reduced pressure on housing, potentially benefiting buyers.

With population expected to remain stable or decline, Soldiers Hill should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Soldiers Hill has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

No changes can impact an area's performance more than modifications to local infrastructure, significant projects, and planning initiatives. Zero projects have been identified by AreaSearch as potentially influencing this area. Notable projects include Mount Isa Future Ready Economy Roadmap, Mount Isa Mines - Black Star Open Cut Project, Mount Isa Police Accommodation and Justice System Resourcing, Essential Pipeline Works - City Low and high Systems. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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Employment conditions in Soldiers Hill rank among the top 10% of areas assessed nationally

Soldiers Hill has a skilled workforce with manufacturing and industrial sectors well-represented, and an unemployment rate of 1.4% as per AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data up to December 2025. As of that date, 1,085 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.7 percentage points lower than Regional Queensland's rate of 4.0%. The workforce participation rate in Soldiers Hill stands at 83.0%, significantly higher than Regional Queensland's 64.5%.

According to Census responses, only 2.6% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Major employment industries among residents include mining, health care and social assistance, and education and training. The area exhibits a strong specialization in mining, with an employment share 9.7 times the regional level. Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 4.2% compared to the regional average of 10.1%.

The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. During the 12-month period ending in May-25, labour force decreased by 1.5% alongside a 1.4% employment decline, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.2 percentage points. This contrasts with Regional Queensland where employment grew by 0.7%, labour force expanded by 1.0%, and unemployment rose by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that national employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Soldiers Hill's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 5.0% over five years and 11.8% over ten years, though these are simple weighting extrapolations for illustrative purposes and do not account for localized population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

The suburb of Soldiers Hill has an exceptionally high income level nationally, according to the latest Australian Taxation Office (ATO) data aggregated by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in Soldiers Hill is $83,479, and the average income stands at $95,758. These figures compare to those for Regional Queensland, which are $53,146 and $66,593 respectively. Based on a 11.36% growth in wages since financial year 2023, as indicated by the Wage Price Index, current estimates suggest that the median income would be approximately $92,962 and the average income would be around $106,636 by March 2026. According to figures from the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Soldiers Hill all rank highly nationally, between the 90th and 95th percentiles. Looking at income distribution, the highest proportion of residents, 31.3% (557 people), fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 weekly income bracket, mirroring the regional trend where 31.7% occupy this bracket. Notably, a significant 42.3% earn above $3,000 weekly, reflecting areas of prosperity that contribute to robust local economic activity. After accounting for housing costs, residents retain 88.2% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's Socio-Economic Indexes for Advantage (SEIFA) income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Soldiers Hill is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Soldiers Hill, as per the latest Census evaluation, 95.1% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 4.9% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This contrasts with Regional Qld's figures of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Soldiers Hill stood at 18.8%, with mortgaged properties at 44.6% and rented dwellings at 36.7%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,500, lower than Regional Qld's average of $1,655. Weekly rent median was $378, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Soldiers Hill's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

Soldiers Hill has a typical household mix, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 74.6% of all households, including 33.8% couples with children, 25.4% couples without children, and 13.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 25.4%, with lone person households at 22.2% and group households making up 3.3%. The median household size is 2.6 people, which is larger than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 17.3%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 12.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.7%). Vocational credentials are common, with 44.5% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (7.4%) and certificates (37.1%). Educational participation is high at 31.8%, comprising primary education (14.6%), secondary education (8.0%), and tertiary education (3.3%).

Educational participation is notably high, with 31.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.6% in primary education, 8.0% in secondary education, and 3.3% pursuing tertiary education.

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Health outcomes in Soldiers Hill are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts

Soldiers Hill shows below-average health indicators according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are higher than average, with common health conditions slightly more prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts. Private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 65% of the total population (1,160 people), compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, affecting 6.4 and 5.7% of residents respectively. 78.7% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Regional Qld. Working-age residents have low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 7.5% of residents aged 65 and over (133 people), lower than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings higher than the general population.

Soldiers Hill ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Soldiers Hill, surveyed in June 2016, had a culturally homogenous population: 86.0% were citizens, 86.5% born in Australia, and 93.9% spoke English only at home. Christianity was the dominant religion, practiced by 47.4%. The 'Other' religious category was slightly overrepresented at 0.9%, compared to Regional Qld's 0.8%.

In terms of ancestry, Australian (27.4%), English (24.7%), and Australian Aboriginal (9.4%) were the top groups, with Aboriginal representation notably higher than the regional average of 3.9%. Some ethnicities showed distinct differences: Hungarian at 0.5% (vs regional 0.2%), Maori at 1.4% (vs 0.8%), and New Zealand at 0.9% (vs 0.9%).

Soldiers Hill hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Soldiers Hill's median age of 31 years is significantly younger than Regional Queensland's 41 years and considerably younger than Australia's national average of 38 years. The age group of 25-34 years has a strong representation in Soldiers Hill at 20.8%, compared to Regional Queensland's percentage, while the 65-74 age cohort is less prevalent at 4.2%. This concentration of 25-34 year-olds is well above Australia's national average of 14.6%. Between 2021 and the present time, the percentage of the population aged 25 to 34 years has increased from 19.8% to 20.8%, while the percentage of those aged 45 to 54 years has decreased from 11.0% to 9.6%. Additionally, the percentage of individuals aged 5 to 14 years has dropped from 16.8% to 15.5%. Population forecasts for the year 2041 indicate substantial demographic changes in Soldiers Hill. The age cohort of 25-34 years is projected to increase by 29 people, rising from 370 to 400 individuals. Conversely, population declines are projected for the age cohorts of 45 to 54 years and 5 to 14 years.