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Tallebudgera Valley has an estimated 1,920 residents, up from 1,762 at the 2021 Census — a change of 158 people, or 9.0%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 60.0% of that increase. Density is about 31 people per square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the surrounding region, alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Tallebudgera Valley has an estimated population of 1,920 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 158 residents (9.0%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 1,762 people. This shift is calculated from a resident count of 1,919, estimated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 4 validated new addresses added after the Census. The population density is 31 persons per square kilometer, indicating a spacious residential environment.
The 9.0% growth rate of the suburb of Tallebudgera Valley since the 2021 census was higher than the 6.9% recorded in the SA3 region, positioning it as a local growth leader. Population gains were mostly propelled by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 60.0% of the total increase, though all components, including interstate moves and natural increase, registered gains. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 district, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 territories lacking this coverage, or for years beyond 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 utilizing 2021 data are used. Because these state-level projections omit age breakdowns, AreaSearch applies age-group weightings based on the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (derived from 2022 data). Demographic trends suggest a population rise slightly under the national median for regional areas, with the suburb of Tallebudgera Valley projected to grow by 205 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing a total increase of 10.6% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
21 new dwellings have been approved in Tallebudgera Valley over the past five years, an average of 4 a year. That is 2.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 3, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to building approval figures compiled by AreaSearch from ABS statistical records, Tallebudgera Valley averages roughly 4 residential approvals annually, totaling 21 home approvals over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 3 thus far in FY-26. An average of 3 residents per year moved to the community for every new dwelling built during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), indicating that demand outpaces supply, which typically intensifies buyer competition and drives prices up. Newly approved residences carry an average estimated construction cost of $1,201,000, indicating a developer focus on high-end, premium housing.
Commercial approvals reached $1.1 million this financial year, pointing to a predominantly residential development landscape. Tallebudgera Valley has 12.0% less per capita residential building activity compared to the Rest of Qld, placing it in the 13th percentile of all areas surveyed across Australia. This low volume limits options for prospective buyers and supports demand for pre-existing homes. This construction rate falls below the national benchmark, highlighting the established profile of the community and suggesting potential zoning or planning constraints. Additionally, recent building approvals consisted entirely of detached single-family dwellings, preserving the low-density neighborhood style preferred by families seeking larger properties. The average of 1277 people per approved dwelling demonstrates a quiet building sector with low levels of activity. Future forecasts point to an increase of 204 residents in Tallebudgera Valley by 2041 compared to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Current building volumes are keeping reasonable pace with this projected growth, though the expanding population may lead to increased competition among buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 132 current infrastructure and development projects close to Tallebudgera Valley, worth an estimated $20.4 billion. 38 are already under construction and 56 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and urban planning decisions significantly shape regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 20 projects with potential local impacts. Key initiatives include the Treetops Plaza Redevelopment - Urbia Burleigh Masterplan, the Treetops North Precinct, the M1 Pacific Motorway Varsity Lakes to Tugun Upgrade, and the Currumbin Eco-Parkland, with details on the most relevant projects provided below.
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506 Coolangatta Road Tugun Residential Development
New townhouse development at 506 Coolangatta Road, Tugun. Part of increased residential density planning for southern Gold Coast corridor in preparation for light rail connectivity.
Eco View Retreat
A wellness retreat featuring 15 cabins and a central pavilion, designed for group bookings with a focus on wellness and the environment. Activities include hikes, equine therapy, and yoga.
Old Coach Road Upgrade Stage 2
Upgrades to improve road capacity, safety, community connections, and reduce traffic congestion, including an investigation into connecting Old Coach Road to the Pacific Motorway (M1) at Exit 87.
M1 Pacific Motorway Varsity Lakes to Tugun Upgrade
$1.5 billion upgrade of 10 km of the M1 to a minimum of three lanes each way, with interchange upgrades at Burleigh (Exit 87), Tallebudgera (Exit 89) and Palm Beach (Exit 92), widening of Tallebudgera and Currumbin Creek bridges, a new two-way western service road between Tallebudgera and Palm Beach, and smart motorway technologies. All packages are completed as of 2025.
Wildlife Park Estate
Wildlife Park Estate is a boutique residential development offering 11 exclusive land blocks in Bonogin Valley, located in the Gold Coast Hinterland. The estate features land sizes ranging from 1 to 3 acres with large 1200 sqm building envelopes, designed for eco-style homes surrounded by nature reserves and abundant wildlife. The development emphasizes privacy, breathtaking hinterland views, native plant landscaping, and sustainable living. Located 10 minutes from Mudgeeraba and Robina CBD, 20 minutes to Gold Coast beaches, and 30 minutes to Gold Coast Airport, the estate offers a peaceful rural lifestyle while maintaining close proximity to schools, shopping centers, and amenities.
Eden Tugun - Wade Street Residential Development
Exclusive collection of 5 luxury beachside villas at 21-23 Wade Street, featuring 3 & 4 bedroom configurations with premium finishes. Located next to Kropp Park and moments from Tugun Beach, developed by Chapter Two with C2 Architecture.
Tugun Satellite Health Centre (Banyahrmabah)
State-of-the-art health facility providing Minor Injury and Illness Clinic, kidney dialysis services, women's and children's health services, day medical unit, and allied health services. Open 7 days per week serving southern Gold Coast community.
Bellagio La Villa Residential Development Proposal
Proposed residential housing estate on surplus land surrounding the Bellagio La Villa mansion. The developer, Riyu Li, is seeking a partnership to develop big lots to address the housing supply shortage on the Gold Coast, following the refusal of a previous $160 million wellness precinct application by the Gold Coast City Council in 2021. The core Bellagio La Villa estate is also being offered for sale.
1,042 residents of Tallebudgera Valley are employed, from a labour force of 1,070. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 70.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Tallebudgera Valley possesses a highly trained workforce, particularly within the construction industry, with a local unemployment rate of 2.6% and a 2.2% growth in jobs over the past year based on compiled statistical area data from AreaSearch. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,042, with the unemployment rate sitting 1.3% lower than the Regional Qld rate of 3.9%. Furthermore, the labor participation rate is high at 70.0% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that 21.5% of working residents worked from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Construction shows a high density, with local employment shares reaching 1.7 times the Regional Qld benchmark. Conversely, accommodation & food services plays a smaller role, employing 5.4% of working residents compared to 8.3% regionally. The ratio of local workers to the overall population suggests that a significant portion of residents travel outside the immediate area for their jobs. According to AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS figures compiled from larger statistical regions, the 12-month span witnessed employment growth of 2.2% with the labour force expanding by 2.3%, which caused unemployment to climb by 0.1 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld experienced employment growth of 0.1%, labour force growth of 0.3%, and unemployment rising by 0.1 percentage points. Insights regarding future demand in Tallebudgera Valley may be obtained from Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts dated May-25. These projections, which span five and ten-year horizons, have been overlaid onto the local employment profile to estimate growth trends. Although national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion rates vary considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Tallebudgera Valley's employment composition, local employment is anticipated to grow by 6.7% over five years and 13.6% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Tallebudgera Valley is $2,245 a week (about $117,000 a year), with median personal income at $753 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,779 a year against an average of $75,311. The average runs 54% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO records at the postcode level analyzed by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year show high income levels, with a median of $48,779 and an average of $75,311. This compares to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Applying the Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% recorded since the 2023 financial year suggests updated figures of approximately $54,320 (median) and $83,866 (average) by March 2026. The 2021 Census placed weekly household incomes in the 80th percentile at $2,245, while individual personal income registered lower in the 39th percentile.
Income distribution shows the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket is the largest, representing 27.6% of residents (529 people), compared to 31.7% in this category across the wider metro region. High-income households are common, with 36.2% earning over $3,000 weekly, indicating strong purchasing capacity. Housing costs consume 14.8% of income, disposable incomes place the area in the 81st percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the community in the 8th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Tallebudgera Valley had 528 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 2% apartments. 50% are owned with a mortgage, 11% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $373 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,500 a month, a total housing cost higher than 76% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 16.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Housing profiles in Tallebudgera Valley at the latest Census showed that detached houses made up 98.3% of the housing stock, while other dwellings (such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative formats) comprised 1.7%. This compares to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates were high at 38.6%, with mortgaged properties making up 50.1% and rental housing accounting for 11.3%. Monthly mortgage repayments had a median of $2,500, and median weekly rent was $373, compared to Regional Qld medians of $1,655 and $345. Locally, mortgage costs are higher than the national median of $1,863, whereas rental costs remain below the Australian median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Tallebudgera Valley counted 528 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 575 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 43% are couples with children, more than in 85% of areas nationally, against 30% couples without children. 13% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the vast majority of households at 84.3%, consisting of couples with children at 42.6%, couples without children at 29.5%, and single parent families at 10.1%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 15.7%, with lone person households representing 13.2% and group shared houses at 3.1%. The median household size is 3.0 people, exceeding the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
27.5% of adults in Tallebudgera Valley hold a university qualification, including 20.4% with a bachelor degree and 4.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 77% of areas nationally. A further 27.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 76 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,054 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The educational profile of the area is distinct, with 27.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, exceeding the Rest of Qld average of 20.6%. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 20.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also widespread, with 41.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (14.1%) and certificate qualifications (27.5%). Enrolment rates are high, with 33.7% of residents attending educational institutions. This group includes 14.0% in primary schools, 9.1% in high schools, and 4.9% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Tallebudgera Valley means driving: households keep an average of 2.3 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.9% of residents in Tallebudgera Valley report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 90% of areas nationally. 3.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators show positive outcomes in Tallebudgera Valley based on AreaSearch assessments of chronic illness and mortality rates, showing very low rates of common illnesses across all age demographics. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 57% of residents (~1,095 people) holding policies, compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld. Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent chronic conditions, affecting 7.2% and 6.5% of residents, respectively. A total of 74.9% of residents reported having no chronic health issues, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. The working-age population exhibits good health profiles with low rates of chronic illness.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 16.8% of the local population (322 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld average of 20.4%. Seniors in the area display strong health profiles, with national rankings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Tallebudgera Valley is largely Australian-born, at 78.2% of residents, with 6.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.4%) and Australian (26.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity measures show the community is below the regional average, with citizens representing 85.7% of the population, 78.2% born in Australia, and 93.4% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, representing 41.1% of the population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in the category of Other religions, which accounts for 0.7% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. Ancestry details show that the largest heritage groups are English (31.4%), Australian (26.4%), and Irish (9.1%). In comparison to regional averages, there is a higher representation of French ancestry at 1.3% (versus 0.5% regionally), Welsh at 0.8% (versus 0.5%), and Russian at 0.5% (versus 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Tallebudgera Valley is 42. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 20.2% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 42 years in Tallebudgera Valley is comparable to the Regional Qld average of 41 and sits above the national median of 38. The 45 - 54 age group is larger than the regional average (16.3% locally), while the 25 - 34 age group has a smaller share (7.7%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket increased from 10.3% to 12.5% of the total population, while the 55 to 64 group decreased from 15.2% to 13.1%, and the 5 to 14 group declined from 16.4% to 15.1%.
Population forecasts for 2041 project that the 45 to 54 cohort will grow by 57 people (18%), increasing from 312 to 370. In contrast, the 55 to 64 and 15 to 24 age groups are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Tallebudgera Valley
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 4 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,762 at the 2021 Census → 1,920 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL32726). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.