Yungaburra

Yungaburra has seen population growth performance typically on par with national averages when looking at short and medium term trends

Based on ABS population updates and AreaSearch validation, as of Nov 2025, Yungaburra's estimated population is around 1,531. This reflects a 20.4% increase from the 2021 Census figure of 1,272 people. The change was inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 1,495 in Jun 2024 and an additional 232 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a density ratio of 75 persons per square kilometer. Yungaburra's growth since the 2021 census exceeded its SA3 area (7.2%) and SA4 region, making it a growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 79.0% of overall population gains during recent periods.

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, applying proportional growth weightings from ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 based on 2022 data. Population projections indicate an increase just below the median of regional areas nationally to 2041, with the area expected to expand by 131 persons, reflecting a reduction of 3.3% over the 17 years.

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

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data shows Yungaburra averaged approximately 31 new dwelling approvals per year over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 156 homes. As of FY-26, 27 approvals have been recorded. Between FY-21 and FY-25, an average of 0.6 people moved to the area for each dwelling built, indicating supply meeting or surpassing demand. The average construction value of new homes was $465,000, moderately above regional levels.

In FY-26, $2.2 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded. Compared to Rest of Qld, Yungaburra records 352.0% more building activity per person. Recent construction comprises 97.0% standalone homes and 3.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's low density nature with approximately 38 people per dwelling approval. With population expected to remain stable or decline, Yungaburra should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

With population expected to remain stable or decline, Yungaburra should see reduced pressure on housing, potentially creating opportunities for buyers.

Yungaburra has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 40% nationally

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Yungaburra significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Yungaburra has a skilled workforce with essential services sectors well represented. Its unemployment rate was 1.9% as of an AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data.

As of September 2025621 residents were in work while the unemployment rate was 2.2% lower than Rest of Qld's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation was somewhat below standard at 54.2%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. The area has particular employment specialization in education & training, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level.

Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing shows lower representation at 2.2% versus the regional average of 4.3%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Over the 12 months to September 2025, labour force levels decreased by 1.9%, alongside a 2.7% employment decline, resulting in an unemployment rate rise of 0.8 percentage points. This compares to Rest of Qld where employment grew by 1.7%, labour force expanded by 2.1%, and unemployment rose 0.3 percentage points. To provide broader context, state-level data to 25-Nov shows QLD employment contracted by 0.01% (losing 1,210 jobs), with the state unemployment rate at 4.2%, broadly in line with the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer further insight into potential future demand within Yungaburra. These projections suggest national employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, but growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Yungaburra's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.5% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

The suburb of Yungaburra had a median taxpayer income of $46,344 and an average income of $58,936 in the financial year 2023, according to postcode level ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch. This was lower than the national average, with Rest of Qld's median income being $53,146 and average income $66,593. By September 2025, estimated incomes would be approximately $50,937 (median) and $64,777 (average), based on a 9.91% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Yungaburra ranked modestly, between the 19th and 32nd percentiles. The earnings profile showed that 27.7% of residents (424 people) fell into the $1,500 - $2,999 bracket, similar to the metropolitan region where 31.7% occupied this bracket. Despite modest housing costs with 88.5% of income retained, total disposable income ranked at just the 26th percentile nationally, and the area's SEIFA income ranking placed it in the 5th decile.

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

In Yungaburra, as per the latest Census evaluation, 96.9% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 3.2% consisting of semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types. This is in contrast to Non-Metro Qld's figures of 91.0% houses and 9.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Yungaburra stood at 53.2%, with mortgaged properties making up 24.8% and rented ones comprising 22.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,495, exceeding Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,430. The median weekly rent figure for Yungaburra was recorded at $290, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $270. Nationally, Yungaburra's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Yungaburra has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 69.1% of all households, including 20.7% couples with children, 38.8% couples without children, and 9.6% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 30.9%, with lone person households at 27.6% and group households comprising 3.3%. The median household size is 2.2 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Qld average of 2.4.

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

The area's educational profile is notable regionally with university qualification rates of 24.7%, exceeding the SA3 area average of 17.9%. Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 17.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.2%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 40.0% of residents aged 15+ holding such qualifications – advanced diplomas account for 11.2% and certificates for 28.8%.

A significant 22.1% of the population is actively pursuing formal education, including 8.1% in secondary education, 8.0% in primary education, and 1.8% engaged in tertiary education.

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Health performance in Yungaburra is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Yungaburra faces significant health challenges, with common conditions prevalent across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is relatively low at approximately 51% (around 774 people), compared to Queensland's 47.1%. Nationally, it stands at 55.7%.

The most frequent medical conditions are arthritis (10.7%) and mental health issues (7.6%). Around 66.0% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to Rest of Qld's 67.5%. Yungaburra has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 33.0% (around 505 people), compared to Queensland's 25.1%. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, outperforming the general population in health metrics.

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

Yungaburra's cultural diversity was below average, with 82.7% born in Australia, 91.1% being citizens, and 96.7% speaking English only at home. Christianity dominated Yungaburra, comprising 51.2%, compared to 52.6% across Rest of Qld. Top ancestry groups were English (33.4%), Australian (25.3%), and Irish (11.8%).

Notable divergences included Welsh (0.8% vs regional 0.5%), German (6.2% vs 4.3%), and French (0.7% vs 0.4%).

Yungaburra ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Yungaburra has a median age of 52, which is higher than the Rest of Qld figure of 41 and above the national average of 38. The 65-74 age group comprises 19.5% of Yungaburra's population, compared to 12.9% in Rest of Qld and 9.4% nationally. Conversely, the 25-34 age cohort is less prevalent at 6.3%. According to the 2021 Census, the 85+ age group has increased from 2.6% to 3.7%, while the 55-64 group has declined from 15.3% to 13.9% and the 45-54 group has dropped from 13.6% to 12.3%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Yungaburra's age profile. The 85+ age cohort is projected to increase by 30 people (54%), from 56 to 87. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups are expected to account for 87% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic trend. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 45-54 and 35-44 cohorts.