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Withcott has an estimated 2,378 residents, up 15.0% since the 2021 Census, with 55 projects tracked in the area around Withcott.
Updated 15 Oct 2026.
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Positioned 99 kilometres west from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Withcott forms an integral part of the scenic Lockyer Valley - West region in Queensland, Australia. Renowned for its picturesque countryside featuring fertile farmland, rolling hills, meandering rivers, and proximity to national parks, the locality offers extensive outdoor recreation from hiking and birdwatching to horseback riding. Characterised by quaint rural villages, active farmers' markets, orchards, and fresh farm-to-table produce, the community maintains an inviting, family-oriented lifestyle supported by high-quality agricultural lands and strong civic charm.
According to AreaSearch's latest population estimate date of Aug 2026, the suburb of Withcott reached an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of around 2,378, underpinned by annual SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly updates to national address records. This reflects a substantial gain of 311 people (15.0%) from the 2,067 residents recorded at the 2021 Census, driven by strong expansion patterns and demographic drivers well above average.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Positioned 99 kilometres west from Brisbane CBD, the suburb of Withcott forms an integral part of the scenic Lockyer Valley - West region in Queensland, Australia. Renowned for its picturesque countryside featuring fertile farmland, rolling hills, meandering rivers, and proximity to national parks, the locality offers extensive outdoor recreation from hiking and birdwatching to horseback riding. Characterised by quaint rural villages, active farmers' markets, orchards, and fresh farm-to-table produce, the community maintains an inviting, family-oriented lifestyle supported by high-quality agricultural lands and strong civic charm.
According to AreaSearch's latest population estimate date of Aug 2026, the suburb of Withcott reached an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) of around 2,378, underpinned by annual SA2-level ERP releases and quarterly updates to national address records. This reflects a substantial gain of 311 people (15.0%) from the 2,067 residents recorded at the 2021 Census, driven by strong expansion patterns and demographic drivers well above average.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 1,468 in 2006 and 2,348 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 2,378 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 35 to 44, 16.4%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 42.3%.
Withcott ranks in the 96th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 84th for population growth.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Withcott is $515 a week, for the 12 months to Jun 2026 and 23% below Regional Qld.
23% below Regional Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $317 in 2017, $551 in 2026; Units (dashed orange line): $266 in 2017, $447 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
The change over 12 months, by dwelling type, is charted in Full.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $515 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $551 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $447 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Toowoomba | $535 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Qld | $670 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $672 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 55 projects in and around Withcott, 9 of them under construction.
Development application RAL/2025/5915 for the reconfiguration of two lots into 51 residential lots on a 12.11 hectare former Defence rifle range site. The application remains under assessment by Toowoomba Regional Council following referral agency reviews, information requests and decision period extensions.
A $15 million quarry development by AusRocks Pty Ltd in East Toowoomba. This project will provide essential construction materials and aggregate supply to support the region's growing infrastructure and development needs.
A $50 million Early Years Precinct proposed by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Toowoomba for Mater Dei Primary School in East Toowoomba. The project is listed in the Toowoomba Development Status Report 2024 (Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise, in consultation with Toowoomba Regional Council) under proposed healthcare and education developments, with a…
An exclusive 13-lot residential subdivision on the Escarpment in Mount Lofty, Toowoomba, featuring large lots with stunning Northern and Easterly Valley Views. The lots are sold out, and homes have been constructed/are being constructed on the estate.
Completed food and beverage focused retail precinct anchored by national fast food and casual dining tenants serving the East Toowoomba catchment. Recent relaunch promotes the EATSville dining hub with an expanded mix of dine in and takeaway options.
Boutique luxury apartment development by FKG Group, constructed by wholly-owned subsidiary GFG Projects, featuring 18 exquisitely designed residences across 6 levels. The development offers sweeping views of the Mothers Memorial and Queens Park, with amenities including a private roof terrace, pool, gym, yoga room and entertainment area.
A 16-unit social and affordable housing project aimed at providing dwellings in East Toowoomba, Queensland. Plans were lodged with the Queensland government for approval in May 2025.
A luxury boutique development featuring 18 executive residences spanning six levels, including a private roof terrace with pool, gym, yoga room, and entertainment area, offering sweeping views of Mothers Memorial and Queens Park in a tranquil setting.
Council-led proposal to deliver a landmark art museum and cultural precinct in the Toowoomba CBD to replace or upgrade the existing Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery. A business case being developed by SMA Tourism is testing site options, costs, and governance models to attract touring exhibitions and better house the City collection.
The Toowoomba Railway Parklands Priority Development Area is an approximately 50 hectare urban renewal precinct north of the Toowoomba CBD. The PDA is intended to become an active, high quality, mixed density urban village with inner-city housing, commercial and retail uses, heritage reuse, civic spaces, parklands and improved connections around the…
10-storey tower in Toowoomba's Gasworks precinct consists of 56 apartments and ground-level retail spaces. Second building includes a supermarket and retail spaces, all part of a mixed-use development.
The project includes a new two-level Music Excellence Centre with acoustic music rooms, recording studio, practice rooms, atrium, two general learning areas, and a laboratory at Centenary Heights State High School.
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Estimated completion year of the 16 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 4, 2027 2, 2028 2, 2029 1, 2030 0, 2031 2, 2032 0, 2033 1, 2034 0, 2035 2. 17 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 4 substantial development applications lodged in and around Withcott over the past 5 years, 1 in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 4 tracked applications: 0 approved, 0 under assessment, 4 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 4 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 8.1 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 79th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 17 | ABS building approvals | 30th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Withcott include: Lockyer Valley Foods Processing Facility (Approved); Rifle Range Road Reconfiguration (Under Assessment); Toowoomba Escarpment Mountain Bike Trails (Jubilee Park) (Planning); AusRocks Brookview Quarry (Proposed); and Grants for Growth - Toowoomba Region Housing Infrastructure Program (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Withcott spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Energy, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
The suburb of Withcott ranks in the top 10% nationally for infrastructure development, reflecting exceptional investment activity compared to similar areas across the country.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Withcott among the top 27% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Withcott area has seen 44 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Withcott's current population of 2,378 has been supported by 17 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Withcott has seen 8.1 approval per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 6.3 approvals in Regional Qld. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 105 people in the suburb of Withcott, compared to one for every 152 in Regional Qld.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Withcott's approval levels have been slightly above the yearly average of 17, showing modest growth in recent years.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Withcott has grown by approximately 297 people, while 87 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 3.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
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.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,378 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +15.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 77 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 26th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.7% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.6% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 2,067 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 311 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +3.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 30.75 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Withcott was estimated to be approximately 2,378 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 2,348 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Withcott has added approximately 311 people and shown a 15.05% increase from the 2,067 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Withcott is estimated at 77 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Withcott has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.6% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Withcott is driven by: Interstate migration (56.99999999999999%), Natural increase (28.000000000000004%), Overseas migration (14.000000000000002%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 56.99999999999999% of overall population gains.
Withcott's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 37 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 36th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 22.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 22.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 37 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 7.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 15.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 16.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 13.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Withcott at 37 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 37 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 37 years as at August 2026, Withcott is 4 years younger than the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) and comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Withcott compared to the Regional Qld region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 16.4% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Withcott compared to the Regional Qld region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 8.4% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Withcott show significant variance compared to Regional Qld. The most under-represented age group is 85+ year-olds (0.9% vs 2.3%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 22.2% of the population in the suburb of Withcott as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 14.1% of the population in the suburb of Withcott as at August 2026.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 73% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $65,318 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $78,812 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,088 | 2021 Census, weekly | 71st percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $908 | 2021 Census, weekly | 68th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 24.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,239 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 15.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Withcott is approximately $69,962. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $65,318.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Withcott is approximately $84,416. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $78,812.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Withcott is approximately $69,962 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $65,318 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Withcott is approximately $84,416 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $78,812 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Withcott's households (~42.2% / 287 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Withcott is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 42.2% of households. In comparison, Regional Qld's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.7% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Withcott is $2,088/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Withcott is $2,239/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Withcott is $908/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of Withcott is well above average nationally, with the median assessed at $65,318 while the average income stands at $78,812. This contrasts to Regional Qld's figures of a median income of $56,722 and an average income of $71,544. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $69,962 (median) and $84,416 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Withcott is $7,918 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Withcott's disposable income is $7,918 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Withcott well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 69.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,242 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 1,796 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,277 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Withcott has approximately 1,242 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.7%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Withcott stands at 2.7%, which is 1.2 percentage points below Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Withcott is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (15.2% of employment), construction (12.6%), and education & training (10.9%). Other significant employers include retail trade and manufacturing.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Withcott has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Withcott is 69.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Withcott shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 12.6% of the local workforce compared to 10.1% across Regional Qld. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of Withcott's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.7% growth, ranking 14th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Withcott sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 12.6% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 17.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 34.6% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 51st percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 36.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 11.9% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
17.9% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Withcott have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
36.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Withcott have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The suburb of Withcott ranks in the 54th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Withcott are: Certificate (34.6%), Bachelor Degree (12.6%), Advanced Diploma (11.4%).
30.5% of the population in the suburb of Withcott is currently engaged in formal education, including 11.9% in primary school, 10.0% in secondary school, 2.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Withcott is 1020, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Withcott, with a combined enrollment of approximately 257 students.
The suburb of Withcott includes 1 primary school.
Withcott features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.9 people | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 14.7% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 43.4% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 30.4% | 2021 Census | 73rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 28th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 680 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 782 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 83.5% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.0 per family | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Withcott had 680 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 15.0% to an estimated 782 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Withcott is 2.9 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 83.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (14.7%), group households (1.8%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 568 family households, couples with children account for 43.4% of all households, couples without children at home 30.4%, and single parent families 8.8%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Withcott shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 83.5% (versus 70.4% in Regional Qld). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 14.7% compared to 25.6% in Regional Qld. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of Withcott have an average of 2.0 children, slightly above the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 57.6% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.4% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 14.7% of all households in the suburb of Withcott, notably lower than the average for Regional Qld of 25.6%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 1.8% of households, below the Regional Qld average of 4.0%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Withcott is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.9% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 93.3% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 89.7% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 71st percentile nationally |
Withcott was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 89.7% of its population born in Australia, 93.3% being citizens, and 96.9% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Withcott was found to be Christianity, which makes up 62.3% of people in Withcott. This compares to 52.2% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Withcott are Australian, comprising 31.2% of the population, English, comprising 30.2% of the population, and German, comprising 9.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: South African is notably overrepresented at 0.6% of Withcott (vs 0.5% across Regional Qld), New Zealand at 0.8% (vs 0.9%) and Australian Aboriginal at 2.8% (vs 3.9%).
10.3% of the suburb of Withcott population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
3.1% of the population in the suburb of Withcott speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
2.8% of the suburb of Withcott population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
93.3% of the suburb of Withcott population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Withcott is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 10.9% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 96.9% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,653 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 37th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 58.4% | 2021 Census | 96th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 1.5% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $350 | 2021 Census, weekly | 44th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 16.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 15th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 18.3% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 7th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Withcott, 30.7% of homes are owned outright, 58.4% are owned with a mortgage, and 10.9% are rented.
According to the latest data, 96.9% of dwellings in the suburb of Withcott are houses.
In the suburb of Withcott, 0.7% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 1.5% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Withcott stands at 30.7%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Withcott is $1,653, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Withcott is $1,130, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Withcott, households with mortgages typically spend 18.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 16.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Withcott is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Withcott shows mortgage holders spending 18.3% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 16.8% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Withcott consists of 96.9% detached houses, 1.5% semi-detached dwellings, 0.7% apartments, and 0.9% other dwelling types.
Housing in Withcott consumes approximately 12.5% of median household income ($9,041 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Withcott show attached dwellings contributing 8% of approvals compared to 3% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 92% of applications versus 97% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. Density increases remain below national trends.
Withcott's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 56.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 67th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 71.2% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.5% | 2021 Census | 34th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 74.9% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
Around 56.6% of people in the suburb of Withcott are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the suburb of Withcott, 4.5% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
7.3% of people in the suburb of Withcott are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 2.6% of the suburb of Withcott population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.1% of people in the suburb of Withcott have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Withcott, 56.6% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Qld sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 53.3%.
From the typical resident, the nearest GP is 1.3 km away and the nearest pharmacy 1.3 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 65 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 65th percentile nationally |
| Nearest GP | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest school | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 5.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 5.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 5.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 6.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 6.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.1 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There is 1 long day care centre with 68 places in Withcott, about 1.9 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places Withcott among the top 27% of areas assessed nationwide.
Withcott has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 4% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Withcott is $515 a week for the 12 months to Jun 2026.
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.
Withcott's population is slightly younger than the national pattern.
The area exhibits notably strong income performance, ranking higher than 73% of areas assessed nationally through AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis places Withcott well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators.
Educational attainment in Withcott sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Withcott features high concentrations of family households and couples with children but relatively few lone person households, with a larger average household size than Regional Qld.
Withcott is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Withcott is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Qld.
Withcott's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
Transport in Withcott: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Withcott has an estimated 2,378 residents, up 15.0% since the 2021 Census, with 55 projects tracked in the area around Withcott.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 15 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Withcott.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL33103). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Withcott from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Withcott with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 31 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 31st percentile nationally |
| Vehicles per dwelling | 2.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 9.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
