Wondunna

Wondunna 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 May 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Wondunna is around 3,686, reflecting an increase of 371 people since the 2021 Census which reported a population of 3,315. This growth is inferred from AreaSearch's estimate of 3,651 residents following examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2025 and validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is approximately 548 persons per square kilometer. Wondunna's population grew by 11.2% between the 2021 Census and May 2026, exceeding the Rest of Qld's growth rate of 9.2%. Interstate migration contributed about 84.0% to this growth. 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 released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. Proportional growth weightings are applied for age cohorts where state projections lack age category splits. Projected demographic shifts suggest a population increase just below the median of national non-metropolitan areas by 2041, with an expected increase of 416 persons from aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting a total increase of 10.3% over the 16-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Wondunna among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers derived from statistical area data, Wondunna has annually recorded approximately 62 residential properties granted approval over the past five financial years ending June 30, 2025. This totals an estimated 314 homes. As of July 2026 (FY-26), 33 approvals have been recorded. On average, 2 people per year have moved to the area for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a balanced supply and demand market with stable conditions.

New properties are constructed at an average expected cost of $366,000. This financial year has seen $3.8 million in commercial approvals, suggesting limited commercial development focus compared to the rest of Queensland. Wondunna records elevated construction activity, 46.0% above the regional average per person over the five-year period, maintaining good buyer choice while supporting existing property values. However, development activity has moderated in recent periods. This level is significantly above the national average, indicating robust developer interest in the area.

New development consists of 79.0% detached houses and 21.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's low density nature while attracting space-seeking buyers. This shows a considerable shift from the current housing mix, which is currently 99.0% houses, likely due to reduced availability of development sites and shifting lifestyle demands and affordability requirements. With around 83 people per dwelling approval, Wondunna exhibits characteristics of a growth area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Wondunna is expected to grow by approximately 381 residents through to 2041. Given current construction levels, housing supply should adequately meet demand, creating favourable conditions for buyers while potentially enabling growth that exceeds current forecasts.

Wondunna has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified seven projects likely affecting the region. Notable ones are Astro Aero Aircraft Manufacturing Centre, Pinnacle Hervey Bay Estate, Wondunna Mixed-Use Development (MCU22/0103), and The Glades. Below is a list of those most relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis of employment trends sees Wondunna performing better than 90% of local markets assessed across Australia

Wondunna has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate is 0.6% and it experienced an estimated employment growth of 8.9% in the past year (AreaSearch aggregation). As of December 2025, there are 2025 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, which is below Regional Qld's rate of 4.0%.

Workforce participation is high at 69.6%, compared to Regional Qld's 64.5%. Census data shows that 9.2% of residents work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The dominant employment sectors are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. Health care & social assistance is particularly strong with an employment share of 1.3 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing has lower representation at 0.7%.

Employment opportunities locally appear limited, as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Between December 2024 and December 2025, employment increased by 8.9% and labour force increased by 8.5%, causing unemployment to fall by 0.4 percentage points. In comparison, Regional Qld recorded employment growth of 0.7%, labour force growth of 1.0%, with unemployment rising 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Wondunna. These projections estimate national employment growth at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Wondunna's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.9% over five years and 14.3% over ten years.

Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 60% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows Wondunna's median taxpayer income at $59,711 and average at $75,072. Nationally, these figures are high compared to Regional Qld's median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Based on 11.36% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $66,494 (median) and $83,600 (average). According to the 2021 Census, household income ranks at the 57th percentile ($1,875 weekly), while personal income is at the 41st percentile. The predominant income cohort in Wondunna spans 35.8% of locals (1,319 people) earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, similar to broader trends showing 31.7% in the same category. After housing costs, residents retain 86.8% of income, indicating strong purchasing power. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.

Wondunna is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Wondunna's dwellings, as per the latest Census, were 98.6% houses and 1.4% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wondunna was 37.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 45.1% and rented ones at 17.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,733, higher than Regional Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent in Wondunna was $390, compared to Regional Qld's $345. Nationally, Wondunna's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents exceeded the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 86.1% of all households, including 39.9% couples with children, 35.1% couples without children, and 10.3% single parent families. Non-family households account for 13.9%, with lone person households at 10.9% and group households at 3.0%. The median household size is 2.9 people, which is larger than the Regional Queensland average of 2.5.

The educational profile of Wondunna exceeds national averages, with above-average qualification levels and academic performance metrics

The area has university qualification rates of 18.5%, 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 13.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 41.4% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas account for 11.3% and certificates for 30.1%.

Educational participation is high, with 30.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.1% in primary education, 11.0% in secondary education, and 2.5% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Wondunna's health indicators show below-average results based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Common health conditions were found to be slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.

The rate of private health cover was very high at approximately 57% of the total population, around 2,099 people, compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld. Asthma and arthritis were the most common medical conditions, affecting 8.5 and 7.9% of residents respectively. About 67.6% of residents declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments, similar to the 67.6% figure across Regional Qld. Working-age residents had an above-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area had 20.2% of residents aged 65 and over, around 744 people. Health outcomes among seniors were above average, with national rankings even higher than the general population.

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

Wondunna's population showed low cultural diversity, with 85.8% born in Australia, 92.8% being citizens, and 95.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, practiced by 54.3%, compared to 52.2% regionally. The top three ancestry groups were English (31.7%), Australian (31.4%), and Scottish (7.8%).

Notably, German (5.1%) and Dutch (1.6%) were overrepresented in Wondunna compared to regional averages of 4.7% and 1.1%, respectively. South Australian ancestry was also slightly higher at 0.6%.

Wondunna's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Wondunna has a median age of 40, which is close to Regional Queensland's figure of 41 but exceeds the national norm of 38. The age group of 5-14 years old comprises 14.5% of Wondunna's population, higher than Regional Queensland's percentage. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort makes up 10.2%, which is lower compared to Regional Queensland. According to the 2021 Census, the 75-84 age group grew from 5.3% to 7.3% of Wondunna's population, while the 25-34 cohort increased from 9.0% to 10.2%. Meanwhile, the 5-14 cohort decreased from 16.3% to 14.5%, and the 45-54 group dropped from 13.6% to 12.3%. Demographic modeling suggests that Wondunna's age profile will significantly change by 2041, with the 25-34 cohort projected to grow by 26% (99 people), reaching 475 from 375 currently. Population declines are anticipated for the 55-64 and 5-14 cohorts.