Withcott

Withcott 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 November 2025, the estimated population of Withcott is around 2,365, showing an increase of 298 people since the 2021 Census. This growth represents a 14.4% rise from the previous population count of 2,067. AreaSearch's estimation of 2,327 residents, based on the latest ERP data release by ABS (June 2024), and an additional 73 validated new addresses since the Census date, supports this increase. This results in a population density ratio of 76 persons per square kilometer. Withcott's growth rate surpassed both the non-metro area average (8.8%) and the national average during this period. Interstate migration contributed approximately 56.99999999999999% to overall population gains, with other factors such as natural growth and overseas migration also being positive contributors.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections from 2023 (based on 2021 data) are adopted. Age category splits are applied proportionally according to ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023, based on 2022 data. Future population dynamics project an above median growth for the suburb of Withcott within national non-metropolitan areas. By 2041, the area is expected to grow by 411 persons, reflecting a total increase of 17% over this period.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Withcott when compared nationally

Based on AreaSearch analysis using ABS building approval numbers from statistical area data, Withcott has had around 15 dwelling approvals per year. Between FY21 and FY25, approximately 77 homes were approved, with a further 9 approved in FY26 so far. This results in an average of 1.7 people moving to the area per dwelling built over these five years.

The market shows good supply-demand balance, supporting stable conditions, with new properties constructed at an average expected cost of $551,000 each. In FY26, there have been $848,000 in commercial approvals, indicating the area's residential focus. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Withcott has had 29.0% more construction per person over this period, offering buyer choice while supporting current property values.

Recent development has consisted entirely of standalone homes, maintaining the area's low-density character with a focus on family homes. There are approximately 95 people per dwelling approval in the location, indicating an expanding market. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Withcott is expected to grow by 245 residents by 2041. At current development rates, new housing supply should comfortably meet demand, providing good conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current projections.

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

AreaSearch has identified six projects that could impact the local area's performance. These include Rifle Range Road Reconfiguration, Toowoomba Escarpment Mountain Bike Trails (Jubilee Park), St Peters Close Estate, and AusRocks Brookview Quarry. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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

Withcott has a skilled workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate is 1.8%, lower than the Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 13.7% based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of June 2025, 1,265 residents are employed with an unemployment rate of 2.1%, below Rest of Qld's rate. Workforce participation is high at 71.4%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Leading employment industries include health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.

Construction stands out with employment levels at 1.2 times the regional average. However, accommodation & food employs only 4.0% of local workers, below Rest of Qld's 8.3%. The area may offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by Census data. Over a 12-month period ending Sep-22, employment increased by 13.7% while labour force grew by 12.4%, leading to a 1.1 percentage point decrease in unemployment rate. In comparison, Rest of Qld recorded employment growth of 1.8%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Sep-22 suggest potential future demand within Withcott. National employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Withcott's employment mix, local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.1% over ten years.

The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 70% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis

Withcott's median taxpayer income was $59,526, with an average of $70,768, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of postcode level ATO data for the financial year 2022. This is higher than Queensland's median income of $50,780 and average income of $64,844. By September 2025, estimates suggest Withcott's median income will be approximately $67,854 and the average will be around $80,668, based on a 13.99% growth from the financial year 2022 as per the Wage Price Index. Incomes in Withcott clustered around the 69th percentile nationally according to the 2021 Census figures. The income bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 was dominant, with 42.3% of residents (1,000 people) falling into this category, similar to regional levels where 31.7% occupy this bracket. After housing costs, Withcott residents retained 87.5% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 6th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Withcott, as per the latest Census evaluation, consisted of 96.9% houses and 3.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro Qld's 81.4% houses and 18.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Withcott was at 30.7%, similar to Non-Metro Qld's level. The remaining dwellings were either mortgaged (58.4%) or rented (10.9%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,653, above Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,517. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $350, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $310. Nationally, Withcott's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were less than the national figure of $375.

Withcott features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 83.5% of all households, including 43.4% couples with children, 30.4% couples without children, and 8.8% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 16.5%, with lone person households at 14.7% and group households comprising 1.8%. The median household size is 2.9 people, larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

Educational attainment in Withcott aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 17.9%, 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 12.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.4%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 46.0% of residents aged 15+ holding them - advanced diplomas at 11.4% and certificates at 34.6%.

Educational participation is high, with 30.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.9% in primary, 10.0% in secondary, and 2.7% in tertiary education. Withcott State School serves the local area, enrolling 257 students, and offers typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 1020) with balanced educational opportunities. It focuses exclusively on primary education, with secondary options available nearby. The area has fewer school places per 100 residents (10.9) compared to the regional average (17.2), indicating some students may attend schools in adjacent areas.

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The level of general health in Withcott is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions

Withcott demonstrates above-average health outcomes with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions. The rate of private health cover is very high at approximately 55% of the total population (~1,306 people), compared to 51.0% across the rest of Queensland.

Mental health issues are the most common medical condition in the area, impacting 10.0% of residents, followed by arthritis at 7.5%. Seventy-one point two percent of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 65.3% across the rest of Queensland. The area has 13.2% of residents aged 65 and over (312 people), which is lower than the 18.8% in the rest of Queensland. Health outcomes among seniors are particularly strong, performing even better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Withcott's population shows low cultural diversity, with 89.7% born in Australia, 93.3% being citizens, and 96.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 62.3%, compared to 58.8% regionally. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (31.2%), English (30.2%), and German (9.0%).

Notably, South African (0.6%) and New Zealand (0.8%) ethnicities are overrepresented in Withcott compared to regional averages of 0.3% and 0.5%, respectively. However, Australian Aboriginal representation is lower at 2.8% compared to the regional average of 3.3%.

Withcott's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

Withcott's median age in 2021 is 37 years, which is significantly lower than the Rest of Qld average of 41 years and closely aligned with Australia's median age of 38 years. Compared to the Rest of Qld average, Withcott has an over-representation of the 35-44 age cohort at 16.6% locally, while the 75-84 year-olds are under-represented at 4.0%. Post the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 10.8% to 11.9%, whereas the 5 to 14 cohort has decreased from 16.9% to 15.1%. By 2041, Withcott's age profile is projected to change significantly. The 25 to 34 age group is expected to grow by 30%, adding 75 residents to reach a total of 326. Conversely, both the 5 to 14 and 15 to 24 age groups are projected to decrease in numbers.