Landsborough (Qld)

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Following an examination of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region and address validations carried out by Districts post-Census, the suburb of Landsborough (Qld) is calculated to have approximately 7,327 residents as of May 2026. Compared to the 4,446 individuals documented in the 2021 Census, this represents an expansion of 2,881 people, or 64.8%. This adjustment is calculated using a resident population base of 7,088 estimated by Districts after analyzing the June 2025 ABS ERP publication, combined with 155 validated new addresses identified after the Census. The resulting population density stands at 122 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and room for potential future residential projects. This growth rate of 64.8% since the 2021 census paced ahead of the Rest of Qld at 9.2% and also outstripped the national benchmark, placing the locality among the fastest-expanding areas in the state. The primary driver of this demographic expansion was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly of the overall population increases, though natural growth and overseas migration also contributed positively.

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Landsborough features a diverse labor market comprising both professional and trade-based occupations, with construction workers particularly well represented. The unemployment rate sits at a low 2.0%, and local employment grew by an estimated 2.1% over the preceding year, according to Districts regional data consolidations. As of March 2026, there are 3,898 working residents, and the local unemployment rate is 2.0% lower than the 3.9% recorded across Regional Qld. Labor force participation is relatively healthy, sitting at 69.2% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a low 13.1% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic containment measures.

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Districts data compiled from the latest postcode-level ATO statistics for financial year 2023 shows that Landsborough taxpayers recorded a median income of $46,414 and an average income of $56,412. These figures are below the Australian average and compare to Regional Qld benchmarks of $53,146 and $66,593, respectively. Factoring in a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of approximately $51,687 for the median and $62,820 for the average as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Landsborough were modest, falling between the 33rd and 42nd percentiles nationally. The statistics show 38.0% of the local population, or 2,784 people, earn within the $1,500 - range, which is comparable to the wider region where of residents fall into this bracket. Housing cost burdens are significant, with residents retaining only of their income, placing the area in the st percentile.

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An assessment of housing types in Landsborough during the last Census showed that separate houses made up 87.7% of the housing stock, while semi-detached properties, units, and alternative dwellings accounted for 12.2%, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options across Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Landsborough were slightly lower than the Regional Qld average, standing at 30.7%, while mortgaged properties accounted for 46.0% and rental properties made up 23.3%. The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,799 was higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, and the median weekly rent of $390 was also higher than the Regional Qld figure of $345. On a national level, Landsborough mortgage costs are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of local households at 78.0%, which is comprised of couples with children at 33.3%, couples without children at 31.4%, and single-parent households at 12.0%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 22.0%, with single-person homes at 18.6% and shared group houses making up 3.7%. The median household occupancy of 2.7 residents is higher than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Educational attainment in the area is lower than national benchmarks, with the university graduation rate of 15.4% sitting well below the Australian average of 30.4%. This highlights potential areas for educational development and improvement. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher education qualification at 11.1%, followed by graduate diplomas at 2.3% and postgraduate degrees at 2.0%. Vocational and trade qualifications are common, with 45.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a trade qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.3% and certificate qualifications at 33.6%.

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Analysis of the public transport network shows 10 active stops operating in Landsborough, providing a combination of train and bus services. These facilities are connected to 44 different transport routes, which support 1,236 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is classified as limited, with the average distance from residents' homes to the nearest stop standing at 753 meters. Being predominantly residential, the majority of workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 93%. Households own an average of 1.8 cars, exceeding the regional standard. A relatively low 13.1% of residents worked from home, according to 2021 Census data, which may have been affected by COVID-19 rules.

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Health indicators in Landsborough present challenges, according to Districts evaluations of local mortality and chronic condition rates. Health issues are relatively common across both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at approximately 50% of the population, representing about 3,631 individuals. This is below the 52.5% rate in Regional Qld and the national average of 55.7%.

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Landsborough has a lower level of ethnic diversity than average, with 82.8% of the community born in Australia, 89.3% holding citizenship, and 96.3% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religious denomination, accounting for 42.3% of residents. The most noticeable disproportionate representation occurs in Judaism, which represents 0.1% of the population, matching the 0.1% share recorded across Regional Qld.

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The median age in Landsborough is 40, which is close to the Regional Qld average of 41 and slightly higher than the national average of 38. The 45 - 54 age bracket is strongly represented at 15.5% compared to Regional Qld, whereas the 65 - 74 age group is less common at 8.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort increased its share of the population from 11.6% to 13.8%. In contrast, the 65 to 74 age bracket fell from 10.6% to 8.7%, and the 55 to 64 group declined from 13.6% to 12.5%. Long-term age models suggest the local demographic mix will change significantly by led by the to cohort, which is projected to grow by from to individuals, an addition of people.

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Landsborough currently has an estimated 468 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 328 children aged 0-2 and 219 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 82% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 100% by 2041 (to approximately 936 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 833. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.2 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.