Pimpama QLD suburb profile: population, housing and growth in 2026

We put Pimpama's estimated population at 32,662 as of May 2026 — up 32.8% on the 2021 Census count. Located 48 km southeast of the Brisbane CBD on the northern Gold Coast, Pimpama is one of the fastest-growing suburbs in Queensland and among the youngest by median age in the state.

For the full data set, see the Pimpama suburb profile.

One of the youngest suburbs in Queensland

Pimpama's median age of 29 is the youngest among the three largest Gold Coast suburbs by population. Twenty-four percent of residents are children aged 0–14, and 8.4% are seniors aged 65 or over. This is a suburb of young families — couples with children make up 38.8% of households, the highest family-household share of any large Gold Coast suburb.

The demographic profile is reflected in the housing data: 80.9% detached houses, 17.7% semi-detached, and just 1.4% apartments. Pimpama's housing stock was built primarily in the 2000s and 2010s, and the suburb remains one of the largest new-release residential areas in South East Queensland.

Explosive population growth

Pimpama added roughly 8,060 residents between the 2021 Census and mid-2026 — a 32.8% increase that matches Morayfield's growth rate and triples the national average. The 10-year compound annual growth rate sits at 16%, reflecting a decade of sustained large-scale development.

Population growth components are dominated by interstate migration (69% of the total), with overseas migration contributing 11% and natural increase 20%. The strong natural increase figure aligns with the young demographic — many Pimpama residents are in their prime child-bearing years.

Districts' development activity ranking places Pimpama in the 99th percentile nationally, the highest of any suburb profiled here. The suburb continues to add new housing lots at a rate that outpaces almost every other suburb in Queensland.

Tenure dominated by renters

57.8% of Pimpama's residents rent — the highest rental share of the three suburbs profiled here and well above the Brisbane metro average. Only 10.1% own their home outright, reflecting the suburb's young demographic: residents are predominantly renters or recent mortgage holders.

The median monthly mortgage repayment of $1,978 is the highest among the three suburbs, reflecting Pimpama's newer housing stock and the Gold Coast's elevated land values relative to Brisbane's northern corridors. The DFFH median weekly rent of $754 is 71% above the Census figure, consistent with five years of strong rent growth on the Gold Coast.

Transport and connectivity

Pimpama has 76 active transit stops carrying 2,664 weekly trips, with an average distance of 256 metres between stops — the closest transit access of the three suburbs. The suburb sits between the M1 Pacific Motorway and the Gold Coast rail line, providing both road and rail access to Brisbane and the Gold Coast CBD.

The transport access rating of 4.3/10 reflects the reality of a growth corridor suburb: the infrastructure is in place but the density of service is still catching up to the population. Residents overwhelmingly commute by car.

Employment and education

Construction is the largest employment sector at 16.2%, followed by health care (12.6%) and retail (12.5%). The ATO median taxable income for 2022–23 was $52,575 — above Morayfield's $47,908 but below Buderim's $49,353. The median household income of $1,863 per week is the highest among the three suburbs, reflecting the younger, dual-income household profile.

Education levels sit between the other two suburbs: 20.8% hold a university qualification and 29.6% hold a certificate. Pimpama has 7 schools with 5,303 enrolments and an ICSEA score of 999 — essentially at the national average.

Cultural diversity

Pimpama is the most culturally diverse of the three suburbs. 31.7% of residents were born overseas and 16.9% speak a language other than English at home. The diversity score of 6.4/10 places Pimpama in the 64th percentile nationally. This reflects the Gold Coast's appeal to both international migrants and Pacific Islander communities.

Pimpama in the Gold Coast corridor

Pimpama sits in the northern Gold Coast growth corridor between Ormeau (10 km north) and Coomera (5 km south). Together with Upper Coomera and Helensvale, it forms part of the fastest-growing residential corridor on the Gold Coast. The Districts data shows Pimpama's development activity ranking at the 99th percentile — the highest of any suburb in this corridor.

What the data does not tell you

Districts does not hold a current median house or unit price for Pimpama — the suburb profile tracks demographics and housing costs from Census data. Recent recorded sales are available on the profile page. Where a number is missing here, Districts does not estimate one. Our approach is documented in our methodology.

Pimpama suburb FAQ

Is Pimpama a good suburb for young families?

Pimpama's median age of 29, 24.1% children aged 0–14, 80.9% detached-house stock, and 38.8% couple-with-children households make it one of the most family-oriented suburbs on the Gold Coast. The trade-off is the longer commute to Brisbane and the still-developing local amenity base.

How far is Pimpama from Brisbane?

Pimpama is approximately 48 km southeast of the Brisbane CBD. The M1 Pacific Motorway provides direct road access, and the Gold Coast rail line connects at Helensvale (8 km north). Commuting times vary but typically run 50–70 minutes to Brisbane by car.

Is Pimpama growing fast?

At 32.8% growth since the 2021 Census and a 10-year compound annual growth rate of 16%, Pimpama is one of the fastest-growing suburbs in Queensland. Districts ranks its development activity at the 99th percentile nationally — virtually no suburb in Australia is adding housing at a faster rate.

What is the rental market like in Pimpama?

With 57.8% of residents renting, Pimpama has the highest rental share of the three suburbs profiled here. The DFFH median weekly rent of $754 is broadly in line with Gold Coast averages. The young demographic ensures consistent rental demand.

Compare Pimpama against other Gold Coast suburbs on the Queensland suburbs list.