Berserker (Qld)

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According to ABS demographic data and recent updates verified by Districts, the suburb of Berserker has an estimated resident cohort of 7,288 individuals for May 2026. This represents an addition of 268 people (3.8%) relative to the 2021 Census count of 7,020 people. This updated figure is calculated based on the ABS June 2025 ERP data combined with 7 validated new addresses identified since the census date. The resulting population density stands at 1,547 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure for Australian localities. Natural increase was the main driver of growth, accounting for approximately 62.0% of the population expansion in recent times.

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The local workforce consists of a mix of white-collar and blue-collar workers, with a strong presence in essential services. The local unemployment rate stands at 6.9%, according to aggregated regional statistics. As of March 2026, 3,533 residents are employed. The unemployment rate is 3.0% higher than the Regional Qld average of 3.9%, while the participation rate aligns with the Regional Qld average of 64.3%. Census figures show that only 3.7% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure was influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.

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ATO postcode statistics for financial year 2023 show that local incomes are below the national average, with a median of $46,562 and an average of $54,956. This is lower than the Regional Qld median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the end of financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 are approximately $51,851 for the median and $61,199 for the average. Census data places household, family, and personal incomes in the suburb of Berserker between the 11th and 24th percentiles nationally. Regarding income brackets, 29.4% of the population (2,142 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which is similar to the regional proportion of 31.7%. Affordability constraints are significant, with residents retaining only of their income, placing the area in the th percentile.

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According to the latest Census, the housing mix consisted of 80.9% standalone houses and 19.0% other dwelling formats such as apartments or semi-detached homes, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings across Regional Qld. Home ownership rates are lower than the regional average, with 25.2% of homes owned outright, 31.3% mortgaged, and 43.4% rented. The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,116, and the median weekly rent was $260. These figures compare to regional averages of $1,655 and $345, respectively. On a national level, housing costs are lower than the Australian averages of $1,863 for mortgages and $375 for weekly rent.

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Families make up 60.5% of all local households, consisting of 21.9% couples with children, 20.4% couples without children, and 16.4% single parents. The remaining 39.5% are non-family households, which include lone person households at 35.0% and group households at 4.4%. The average household size is 2.3 individuals, which is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Educational attainment levels show that 11.7% of residents hold a university qualification, which is lower than the national average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are held by 8.6% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.7% and graduate diplomas at 1.4%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 39.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualification credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 7.2% and certificates at 32.7%.

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Health assessments indicate that mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses present challenges across different age groups, while the rate of private health insurance is relatively low, covering approximately 49% of the population (about 3,569 people). This is below the Regional Qld average of 52.5% and the national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity metrics are lower than average, with citizens making up 86.1% of the population, 89.7% born in Australia, and 93.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 50.4% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of 35 years is younger than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national average of 38. The 25 to 34 age group is larger than the regional average, making up 18.0% of the population, while seniors aged 65 to 74 are less represented at 8.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 cohort has increased from 15.3% to 18.0%, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 13.9% to 11.9%, and the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 11.7% to 10.5%. Projections for 2041 indicate that the to age group will grow by (an increase of people) to reach from while the to and to age groups are expected to decline in numbers.

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Berserker currently has an estimated 495 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 298 children aged 0-2 and 198 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 16% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 18% by 2041 (to approximately 584 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 693. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 14.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.