Worongary

Population growth drivers in Worongary are above average based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

As of Feb 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Worongary is around 6,464. This figure reflects an increase of 443 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,021. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 6,372 in June 2024, based on examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS and an additional 340 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 461 persons per square kilometer. The suburb's 7.4% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the SA3 area's growth rate of 5.7%. Population growth was primarily driven by overseas migration, contributing approximately 54.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are adopted. A significant population increase is forecast for the top quartile of locations outside capital cities, with Worongary expected to expand by 2,214 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 31.7% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential approval activity sees Worongary among the top 30% of areas assessed nationwide

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data shows Worongary has seen around 51 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 255 homes. So far in FY-26, 33 approvals have been recorded. Over these five years (FY-21 to FY-25), there was an average of 1.3 people moving to the area for each dwelling built. This suggests a balance between supply and demand, fostering stable market dynamics.

New dwellings are developed at an average expected construction cost value of $671,000, indicating developers focus on the premium market with high-end developments. In FY-26, there have been $223,000 in commercial approvals, predominantly residential-focused. Relative to Rest of Qld, Worongary shows 218.0% higher development activity per person. This should provide buyers with ample choice.

All new construction has been standalone homes, maintaining the area's traditional low density character focused on family homes appealing to those seeking space. With around 71 people per approval, Worongary reflects a developing area. Population forecasts indicate Worongary will gain 2,051 residents through to 2041 (from AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate). Current development appears well-matched to future needs, supporting steady market conditions without extreme price pressure.

Worongary 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 has identified 13 projects likely to influence the region. Notable initiatives include Hinkler Drive Retail Showroom Complex, Merrimac Green Residential Development, SkyRidge Living Estate, and Mooyumbin Creek Riparian Restoration. The following list details those most relevant.

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The labour market in Worongary shows considerable strength compared to most other Australian regions

Worongary has a skilled workforce with notable representation in the construction sector. The unemployment rate was 3.2% as of September 2025. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 2.1%.

This is based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of September 2025, 3611 residents were employed with an unemployment rate of 0.9% lower than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation in Worongary was 72.3%, higher than Rest of Qld's 65.7%. According to Census responses, 15.0% of residents worked from home.

Dominant employment sectors include construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Construction is particularly strong with an employment share 1.6 times the regional level, while agriculture, forestry & fishing has lower representation at 0.4%. Employment opportunities locally may be limited as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Over the 12 months to September 2025, employment increased by 2.1% and labour force by 2.4%, causing unemployment rate to rise by 0.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest potential future demand within Worongary. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with local employment projected to increase by 6.4% over five years and 13.2% over ten years based on industry-specific projections.

The economic profile demonstrates above-average performance, with income metrics exceeding national benchmarks based on AreaSearch comparative assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year ending June 2023 shows median income in Worongary suburb is $52,481 and average income is $69,682. This compares to Rest of Qld's median income of $53,146 and average income of $66,593. Based on 9.91% growth in Wage Price Index since financial year ending June 2023, estimated current incomes are approximately $57,682 (median) and $76,587 (average) as of September 2025. According to the 2021 Census, household income ranks at the 75th percentile ($2,160 weekly), while personal income is at the 49th percentile. Income brackets indicate that 36.3% of residents (2,346 people) fall into the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket. High housing costs consume 15.6% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 76th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.

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

The dwelling structure in Worongary, as per the latest Census, consisted of 98.4% houses and 1.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Non-Metro Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Home ownership in Worongary was at 30.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 55.7% and rented dwellings at 13.4%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $2,153, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,655. The median weekly rent figure in Worongary was recorded at $450, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $345. Nationally, Worongary's mortgage repayments were significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 85.7% of all households, including 45.3% couples with children, 26.7% couples without children, and 13.3% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 14.3%, with lone person households at 11.4% and group households making up 2.9%. The median household size is 3.1 people, which is larger than the Rest of Qld average of 2.5.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 20.2%, significantly lower than Australia's average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 43.2% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (30.7%). Educational participation is high, with 30.3% currently enrolled in formal education: 10.1% in primary, 10.0% in secondary, and 4.3% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.1% in primary education, 10.0% in secondary education, and 4.3% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Worongary has 16 active public transport stops, all of which are bus stops. These are served by three different routes that together facilitate 196 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility in the area is limited, with residents typically living 676 meters away from their nearest stop. As a predominantly residential zone, most commuters travel outward. Car remains the primary mode of transport, used by 95% of residents. On average, there are 2.2 vehicles per dwelling, which is higher than the regional average.

According to the 2021 Census, 15.0% of residents work from home, a figure that may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 28 trips per day, equating to approximately 12 weekly trips per stop.

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

Worongary shows better-than-average health outcomes as per AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both younger and older age groups exhibit low incidence of common health issues.

The private health cover rate is approximately 55% (~3,542 people), higher than the Rest of Qld's 52.5%. Asthma and arthritis are the most prevalent conditions, affecting 8.0 and 7.4% respectively. 70.9% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 67.6% across the Rest of Qld. Working-age population health outcomes are generally typical. The area has 13.9% of residents aged 65 and over (898 people), lower than the Rest of Qld's 20.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are notably strong, ranking higher nationally than those of the general population.

Worongary ranks below the Australian average when compared to other local markets across a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Worongary had a cultural diversity index below average, with 77.4% of its population born in Australia, 87.1% being citizens, and 93.4% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, comprising 49.2% of people in Worongary. The most notable overrepresentation was in Judaism, which constituted 0.2% of the population compared to 0.1% across the Rest of Qld.

Regarding ancestry, the top three groups were English at 32.8%, Australian at 26.5%, and Irish at 8.0%. Notably, New Zealand (1.6%), South African (0.8%), and Maori (0.9%) ethnicities showed higher representation in Worongary compared to regional averages of 0.9%, 0.5%, and 0.8% respectively.

Worongary's population is slightly older than the national pattern

The median age in Worongary as of 2021 was 39 years, lower than the Rest of Qld's average of 41 but close to Australia's national average of 38. The age profile showed that those aged 15-24 were prominent at 14.6%, while those aged 75-84 were smaller at 4.4%. Between 2021 and the present, the 25-34 age group grew from 10.1% to 11.7%, and the 15-24 cohort increased from 13.3% to 14.6%. Conversely, the 55-64 cohort declined from 13.5% to 12.0%, and the 45-54 group dropped from 15.3% to 14.0%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Worongary's age structure, with the 25-34 age cohort projected to rise substantially by 398 people (53%), from 756 to 1,155.