Currumbin (Qld)

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Following assessment of recent ABS population statistics alongside address validations compiled by Districts post-Census, the suburb of Currumbin has a residency count projected at approximately 3,406 by May 2026. This represents a growth of 128 people (3.9%) relative to the 2021 Census record of 3,278 people. This trajectory is calculated from a base of 3,382 residents tracked by Districts using the ABS June 2025 release of ERP figures, coupled with 34 validated new addresses added after the Census date. With these numbers, the residential density stands at 1,669 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the national benchmark evaluated by Districts. The expansion was largely fueled by arrivals from abroad, which represented roughly 78.0% of the overall population increases in recent times.

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A highly trained workforce characterizes the suburb of Currumbin, along with a strong representation of essential services staff, an unemployment rate sitting at 2.5%, and local job growth estimated at 2.1% over the past year. In March 2026, working residents numbered 1,888, with the local jobless rate tracking 1.4% below the Regional Qld figure of 3.9%, and participation standing at 67.9% compared to the regional benchmark of 64.3%. Census data indicates that 19.9% of local workers performed their duties from home, though this period was influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.

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According to tax data released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Currumbin recorded a median income of $53,965 and an average of $73,313. This exceeds national averages and compares to regional benchmarks of $53,146 (median) and $66,593 (average) across Regional Qld. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index rise of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median of $60,095 and an average of $81,641 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Currumbin around the 61st percentile nationally. Looking at income cohorts, 30.8% of the population (1,049 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which is close to the regional level of 31.7%. Housing expenses consume of local earnings, though overall income levels place disposable household funds at the th percentile, with the SEIFA index ranking the area in the th decile.

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Residential patterns in the suburb of Currumbin at the last Census showed 45.7% detached houses and 54.4% alternative dwellings, such as townhouses and flats, differing from the Regional Qld profile of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options. Home ownership levels were higher than the regional average, standing at 36.6%, with mortgaged properties making up 32.3% and rented properties accounting for 31.1%. The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,134 was higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while weekly rents stood at $490 compared to the regional median of $345. On a national scale, mortgage payments in the suburb of Currumbin exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices are higher than the national median of $375.

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Families make up 65.4% of households in the suburb of Currumbin, comprising 26.4% couples with children, 27.6% couples without children, and 10.1% single parents. Non-family living situations represent 34.6% of households, with lone person households accounting for 29.1% and group households comprising 5.7%. The local median household size of 2.3 people is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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The proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in the suburb of Currumbin is higher than broader regional averages, with 34.5% of individuals aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 20.6% in Rest of Qld and 25.4% in the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 25.3%, followed by post-graduate qualifications at 6.0% and graduate diplomas at 3.2%. Technical training is also well represented, with 34.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 12.0% and certificate level credentials at 22.5%.

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Public transport services in the suburb of Currumbin include 18 active bus stops. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes, accommodating 1,290 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is accessible, with residents living an average of 232 meters from their nearest stop. Given the residential character of the area, most workers commute to external employment hubs, with cars representing the main mode of transport at 90% and cycling accounting for 3%. Private vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per household. Additionally, 19.9% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic-related conditions.

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Health indicators across the suburb of Currumbin show favorable outcomes, with low rates of chronic illness across age cohorts and private health coverage levels reaching 56% of the population, equivalent to approximately 1,915 people. This is higher than the 52.5% rate recorded across Regional Qld.

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Demographic statistics indicate lower levels of cultural diversity in the suburb of Currumbin, where citizens account for 87.8% of the population, 81.6% of residents were born in Australia, and 95.4% speak English as their sole home language. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, represented by 43.1% of the population. The most distinct religious variance is seen in Judaism, which represents 0.3% of the community compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of 41 in the suburb of Currumbin aligns with the Regional Qld average, while being older than the Australian average of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Currumbin has a higher proportion of residents in the 35 - 44 age bracket (17.7%) and a smaller share of 15 - 24 year-olds (9.6%). Since the 2021 Census, the median age has decreased by 1.2 years, falling from 42 to 41. Key shifts include the 35 to 44 cohort growing from 15.3% to 17.7%, and the 25 to 34 group increasing from 12.6% to 14.8%. In contrast, the 55 to 64 group fell from to , and the to cohort declined from to . Population modeling indicates that the demographic profile will continue to change by with the to cohort projected to grow by people () from to while declines are anticipated in the to and to age groups.

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Currumbin currently has an estimated 194 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 120 children aged 0-2 and 81 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 29% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 22% by 2041 (to approximately 237 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 244. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 11.9 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally.