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Worongary has an estimated 6,745 residents, up 12.0% since the 2021 Census, with 84 projects tracked in the area around Worongary.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of Worongary is located 70 kilometres south-southeast from Brisbane CBD. Its population is estimated at 6,745 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP (Estimated Resident Population) counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. This is an increase of 724 people (12.0%) since the 2021 Census, when 6,021 people were recorded.
Worongary combines strong development activity and population drivers with a high representation of mortgage holders, predominantly detached housing, and above-average household size. Its workforce has a notable construction base, while the area also has an elevated proportion of people aged 15 to 24. Residents include a high share of teenagers and middle-aged people, and households are largely families and couples with children.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Worongary is located 70 kilometres south-southeast from Brisbane CBD. Its population is estimated at 6,745 as of Aug 2026, based on aggregated SA2-level ERP (Estimated Resident Population) counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. This is an increase of 724 people (12.0%) since the 2021 Census, when 6,021 people were recorded.
Worongary combines strong development activity and population drivers with a high representation of mortgage holders, predominantly detached housing, and above-average household size. Its workforce has a notable construction base, while the area also has an elevated proportion of people aged 15 to 24. Residents include a high share of teenagers and middle-aged people, and households are largely families and couples with children.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,826 in 2006 and 6,599 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 6,745 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 14.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 36.3%.
Worongary ranks in the 97th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 82nd for development activity.
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 Worongary is $1,000 a week, up 3.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 56% above Regional Qld.
56% above Regional Qld on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $570 in 2017, $1,066 in 2026. A break means no rent was reported that year. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $1,000 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +3.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, houses | $1,066 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +4.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Nerang | $826 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Nerang, over 12 months | +7.4% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Gold Coast | $804 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Gold Coast, over 12 months | +7.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional Qld | $640 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional Qld, over 12 months | +6.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, QLD | $632 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, QLD, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
AreaSearch tracks 84 projects in and around Worongary, 24 of them under construction.
Cumulus Grand Villas is a private gated community comprising 59 luxury three- and four-bedroom townhomes set on an elevated ridgeline overlooking 250 hectares of natural savanna. The development features an infinity pool terrace, a 2-acre private nature reserve, and environmental walking trails.
Construction of the new Merrimac railway station on the Gold Coast Line between Nerang and Robina stations, delivered as part of the Cross River Rail project. Scope includes dual side platforms, an accessible pedestrian overpass with lifts, park 'n' ride facilities with approximately 300 car parks, and dedicated active transport connections.
A 342-hectare master-planned community in Worongary, Gold Coast, featuring 3,500 dwellings across eight neighbourhoods. The project includes 75 hectares of parklands, a future retail village centre with a supermarket and tavern, medical facilities, and childcare.
Planned large-format retail and showroom complex on a prominent Hinkler Drive site beside the Pacific Motorway at Highland Park. Plans reported as lodged with Gold Coast City Council propose five buildings: three single-storey showroom or retail buildings with flexible tenancies, plus two two-level buildings for retail, office and cafe uses.
An 11.63 ha centre-zoned masterplanned mixed-use development site at the heart of the Gold Coast, holding Preliminary Approval for retail, large format showroom, service station, health and medical, office, retirement living, aged care and residential uses with building heights of up to six storeys.
Serenity Estate - Gilston is a 31 lot residential subdivision in the family friendly suburb of Gilston on the western Gold Coast. The project delivers flat, usable lots ranging from about 426 m2 to 1,282 m2, with civil works and roads completed and land now being sold for detached homes close to schools, shops and parks.
City of Gold Coast community sports hub proposed for Merrimac to provide indoor multi-purpose courts, aquatic facilities, fitness spaces, community meeting rooms and outdoor sporting fields. The project remains in planning as part of the city's long-term community infrastructure program with planning and community consultation continuing.
Stage 1 South is the 4 km southern package of the Coomera Connector (M9), delivering a four-lane motorway from Smith Street Motorway to Nerang-Broadbeach Road.
A 10.86-hectare development site at Carrara on the Gold Coast with development approval for 270 apartments, extended by Gold Coast City Council until 2027.
A brand-new subdivision nestled in one of the Gold Coast's most family-friendly suburbs, Gilston, offering 31 blocks of land with a variety of sizes for building spacious family homes or securing investments.
Luxury riverfront residential development comprising 66 apartments across two six-level buildings with 75 metres of Nerang River frontage. Features include an infinity pool, resident jetty, landscaped recreation areas and premium finishes. Construction is in its final stages with apartments now being marketed as ready for occupation during 2026.
Merrimac State School is an established Prep to Year 6 state primary school in Merrimac on the Gold Coast, with existing computer/science labs, a library, and standard classroom facilities.
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Estimated completion year of the 40 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 5, 2026 9, 2027 12, 2028 4, 2029 1, 2030 4, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 1, 2035 2, 2036 1. 15 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around Worongary over the period covered (about 3 years), none in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 2 tracked applications: 1 approved, 0 under assessment, 1 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 11.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 87th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 71 | ABS building approvals | 70th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 1 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3 years) |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Worongary include: SkyRidge Living Estate (Construction); Hinkler Drive Retail Showroom Complex (Under Assessment); Merrimac Floodplain and Stormwater Management Program (Construction); 44 Gilston Road Nerang Mixed-Use Development Site (Dev. Approval); and Greenheart Master Plan (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Worongary spans multiple sectors including Sports & Recreation, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Retail, among others.
The suburb of Worongary 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 positions Worongary among the top 18% of areas assessed nationwide.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Worongary area has seen 232 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Worongary's current population of 6,745 has been supported by 71 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Worongary has seen 11.3 approvals 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 56 people in the suburb of Worongary, 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 Worongary's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 71, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Worongary has grown by approximately 575 people, while 354 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.6 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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.
Population growth drivers in Worongary are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,745 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +12.0% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 76th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 482 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +1.8% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +1.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 6,021 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 724 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +2.3% | 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 | 14.00 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Worongary was estimated to be approximately 6,745 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 6,599 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Worongary has added approximately 724 people and shown a 12.02% increase from the 6,021 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Worongary is estimated at 482 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Worongary has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.4% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Worongary is driven by: Overseas migration (54.0%), Interstate migration (26.0%), Natural increase (20.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 54.0% of overall population gains.
Worongary's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 56th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 18.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 52.8% | 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 | 40 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 13.0% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 14.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 10.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 14.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 14.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 8.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 4.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 0.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Worongary at 40 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 40 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 40 years as at August 2026, Worongary is comparable to the Regional Qld 2021 Census average (41 years) yet 2 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Worongary compared to the Regional Qld region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 14.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Worongary compared to the Regional Qld region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 4.5% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Worongary show significant variance compared to Regional Qld. The most under-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (0.8% vs 2.3%) and 75-84 year-olds (4.5% vs 7.1%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 18.3% of the population in the suburb of Worongary as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 14.2% of the population in the suburb of Worongary as at August 2026.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 65% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $59,005 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 50th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $76,442 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $2,160 | 2021 Census, weekly | 75th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $799 | 2021 Census, weekly | 49th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 29.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $2,192 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 14.5% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Worongary is approximately $63,200. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $59,005.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Worongary is approximately $81,877. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $76,442.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Worongary is approximately $63,200 compared to $60,755 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $59,005 and $56,722 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Worongary is approximately $81,877 compared to $76,631 in Regional Qld. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $76,442 and $71,544 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Worongary's households (~36.3% / 671 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Worongary is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 36.3% 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 Worongary is $2,160/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Worongary is $2,192/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Worongary is $799/wk.
The suburb of Worongary's income level is higher than average nationally according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-24. The suburb of Worongary's median income among taxpayers is $59,005 and the average income stands at $76,442, which compares to figures for Regional Qld's of $56,722 and $71,544 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.11% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $63,200 (median) and $81,877 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Worongary is $7,900 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Worongary's disposable income is $7,900 compared to $5,480 for Regional Qld, based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Worongary significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 71.7% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 3,767 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 5,231 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 3,877 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Worongary has approximately 3,767 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.8%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Worongary stands at 2.8%, which is 1.1 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 Worongary is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are construction (16.1% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.0%), and retail trade (10.7%). Other significant employers include education & training and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Worongary has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Worongary is 71.7%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Regional Qld average of 64.2%, indicating stronger workforce attachment in the local area.
The suburb of Worongary shows notable specialisation in construction, which employs 16.1% of the local workforce compared to 10.1% across Regional Qld. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector.
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The suburb of Worongary's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region saw a 7.7% decline, ranking 36th out of 37 regions nationally.
Educational attainment in Worongary 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 | 14.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 3.4% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 20.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.7% | 2021 Census | 77th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 12.5% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 36.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.3% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 4.3% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 50th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 10.0% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
20.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Worongary have university qualifications, compared to 20.6% in Regional Qld.
36.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Worongary have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.2% in Regional Qld.
The suburb of Worongary ranks in the 50th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Worongary are: Certificate (30.7%), Bachelor Degree (14.7%), Advanced Diploma (12.5%).
30.3% of the population in the suburb of Worongary is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.1% in primary school, 10.0% in secondary school, 4.3% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Worongary is 998, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Worongary, with a combined enrollment of approximately 534 students.
The suburb of Worongary includes 1 primary school.
Worongary 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 | 3.1 people | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 11.4% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 45.3% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.7% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 13.3% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.9% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,849 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,071 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 85.7% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.7 per family | 2021 Census | 61st percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Worongary had 1,849 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 12.0% to an estimated 2,071 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Worongary is 3.1 people. This compares to 2.5 in Regional Qld and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 85.7% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (11.4%), group households (2.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,585 family households, couples with children account for 45.3% of all households, couples without children at home 26.7%, and single parent families 13.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Worongary shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 85.7% (versus 70.4% in Regional Qld). Conversely, lone person households are under-represented at 11.4% 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 Worongary have an average of 1.7 children, matching the Regional Qld average of 1.7. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 50.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 34.7% have never married. This compares to 45.1% married and 35.6% never married across Regional Qld.
Single-person households represent 11.4% of all households in the suburb of Worongary, 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 2.9% of households, below the Regional Qld average of 4.0%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Worongary ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 22.6% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 6.6% | 2021 Census | 30th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 93.4% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 87.1% | 2021 Census | 53rd percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 77.4% | 2021 Census | 52nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.2% | 2021 Census | 64th percentile nationally |
Worongary was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 77.4% of its population born in Australia, 87.1% being citizens, and 93.4% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Worongary was found to be Christianity, which makes up 49.2% of people in Worongary. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Worongary are English, comprising 32.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 26.5% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: New Zealand is notably overrepresented at 1.6% of Worongary (vs 0.9% across Regional Qld), South African at 0.8% (vs 0.5%) and Maori at 0.9% (vs 0.8%).
22.6% of the suburb of Worongary population was born overseas, compared to 19.8% across Regional Qld.
6.6% of the population in the suburb of Worongary speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 9.6% in Regional Qld.
2.2% of the suburb of Worongary population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 3.9% in Regional Qld.
87.1% of the suburb of Worongary population holds citizenship, compared to 84.9% in Regional Qld.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Worongary is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Qld.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 13.4% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 30.9% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 98.4% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $2,153 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 73rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 55.7% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $450 | 2021 Census, weekly | 81st percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 51st percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 23.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 40th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Worongary, 30.9% of homes are owned outright, 55.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 13.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 98.4% of dwellings in the suburb of Worongary are houses.
In the suburb of Worongary, 1.6% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 0.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Worongary stands at 30.9%, compared to 33.4% in Regional Qld.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Worongary is $2,153, compared to $1,655 in Regional Qld.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Worongary is $1,460, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Worongary, households with mortgages typically spend 23.0% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Worongary is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Worongary shows mortgage holders spending 23.0% of income on repayments (vs 25.3% in Regional Qld), while renters spend 20.8% of income on rent (vs 22.9% in Regional Qld).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Worongary consists of 98.4% detached houses, 0.0% semi-detached dwellings, 1.6% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Worongary consumes approximately 15.6% of median household income ($9,353 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Worongary show attached dwellings contributing 2% of approvals compared to 2% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 98% of applications versus 98% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
The level of general health in Worongary is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 55.7% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 61st percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 70.9% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.6% | 2021 Census | 36th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 76.0% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.4% | 2021 Census | 56th percentile nationally |
Around 55.7% of people in the suburb of Worongary are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 53.3% in Regional Qld.
In the suburb of Worongary, 4.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.3% of people in Regional Qld require similar assistance.
8.0% of people in the suburb of Worongary are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.4% of the population across Regional Qld is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 3.2% of the suburb of Worongary population, while in Regional Qld, 4.2% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
3.2% of people in the suburb of Worongary have heart disease. Across Regional Qld,4.1% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Worongary, 55.7% 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 child care centre is 870 m away and the nearest school 1.4 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 | 82 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 870 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 2.0 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 4.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 5.3 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 are 4 long day care centres with 219 places in Worongary, about 1.6 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking positions Worongary among the top 18% of areas assessed nationwide.
Worongary has exceptionally high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 3% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Worongary is $1,000 a week, +3.9% over 12 months to Jun 2026.
Population growth drivers in Worongary are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Worongary's population is slightly older than the national pattern.
Income analysis reveals strong economic positioning, with the area outperforming 65% of locations assessed nationally by AreaSearch.
AreaSearch analysis reveals Worongary significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide.
Educational attainment in Worongary sits close to the middle of locations nationally, based on AreaSearch's ranking of qualification and performance metrics.
Worongary 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.
Worongary ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics.
Worongary is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to Regional Qld.
The level of general health in Worongary is notably higher than the national average with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions.
Transport in Worongary: transport access 31/100.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Worongary has an estimated 6,745 residents, up 12.0% since the 2021 Census, with 84 projects tracked in the area around Worongary.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 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 Worongary.
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 (SAL33166). 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 Worongary 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 Worongary 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 | 2.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 15.0% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
