Moore Park Beach (Qld)

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According to evaluations of ABS population modifications across the wider region, alongside new addresses validated by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Moore Park Beach has an estimated population of approximately 3,411 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 521 people (18.0%) from the 2,890 people recorded in the 2021 Census. This shift is deduced from a resident population of 3,395 estimated by Districts after studying the June 2025 ERP release from the ABS, plus 10 validated new addresses registered since the Census date. With this population level, the density stands at 57 persons per square kilometer, ensuring plenty of space for each resident. The 18.0% growth rate of the suburb of Moore Park Beach since the 2021 census surpassed both the SA3 area (9.1%) and the Rest of Qld, positioning it as a primary driver of regional growth. Interstate migration was the main driver of population growth, accounting for about 63.0% of the total population gains in recent times, though other factors like overseas migration and natural growth also registered positive trends.

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The workforce of Moore Park Beach is evenly divided between professional and trade roles, with a solid presence in critical service industries, an unemployment rate of 5.0%, and a job growth rate estimated at 10.6% over the preceding year. There are 1,520 employed residents recorded as of March 2026, with the local unemployment level sitting 1.1% higher than the 3.9% rate of Regional Qld, while labor participation of 54.2% remains far below the 64.3% reported for Regional Qld. Census data indicates that only 8.0% of local workers operated from their homes, although this figure might reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.

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Compiled ATO postcode data for financial year 2023 indicates that taxpayers in the suburb of Moore Park Beach recorded a median income of $41,838 and an average income of $51,573. These figures are below the national averages and contrast with Regional Qld values of $53,146 and $66,593. Accounting for an 11.36% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 are approximately $46,591 for the median and $57,432 for the average. The 2021 Census highlights that local personal, family, and household incomes sit within the 4th to 5th national percentiles. The primary weekly earnings group consists of 31.1% of taxpayers receiving $800 - 1,499 (representing 1,060 residents), whereas the wider region has of individuals earning in the - bracket. Affordability metrics show significant strain, with only of income leftover, placing the area in the th percentile.

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According to the most recent Census, houses made up 93.1% of the dwelling stock in Moore Park Beach, while remaining accommodation formats like apartments and semi-detached units accounted for 6.9%, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other properties in Regional Qld. Fully owned homes represented 43.4% of local properties, which is considerably higher than regional figures, while mortgaged residences stood at 28.0% and rental tenancies made up 28.6%. Typical monthly mortgage costs were $1,430, and median weekly rent was $310, which are both lower than the Regional Qld statistics of $1,655 and $345 respectively. When compared nationally, mortgage payments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices remain below the countrywide benchmark of $375.

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Families constitute 73.4% of local households, made up of couples with children at 20.9%, couples without children at 40.2%, and single parents at 11.3%. The remaining 26.6% of homes are non-family households, with single-person occupancies representing 22.3% and shared group housing accounting for 4.6%. The typical household size of 2.4 residents is slightly smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.

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Higher education rates present a challenge in this locality, as only 11.8% of residents hold university qualifications, compared to the national average of 30.4%. Among university graduates, Bachelor degrees are most common at 9.4%, with postgraduate degrees and graduate diplomas each held by 1.2% of the population. Conversely, vocational qualifications are common, with 44.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of 10.8% with advanced diplomas and 33.4% holding certificates.

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An evaluation of local public transport shows 6 active bus stops situated within Moore Park Beach. These locations are served by 1 routes, which provide a total of 12 passenger trips each week. Access to transit is considered constrained, with households on average situated 830 meters from a stop. With the locality being mainly residential, commuters travel outward, and private cars represent the primary mode of travel for 96% of residents. Households have an average of 1.6 vehicles. A small proportion of 8.0% of workers worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.

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Health indicators point to challenges in the community, with chronic illnesses and mortality rates affecting both older and younger age brackets, alongside a low level of private health insurance coverage at about 48% of residents (~1,625 people). This coverage rate is lower than the 52.5% seen across Regional Qld and the national benchmark of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity metrics are below national averages, with Australian citizens comprising 88.6% of residents, 83.1% born locally within Australia, and 96.4% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 47.7% of the community, which is lower than the 52.2% recorded in Regional Qld.

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The median age of 51 in Moore Park Beach is higher than the Regional Qld benchmark of 41 and the national average of 38 years. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented locally at 18.3% compared to the regional average, whereas young adults aged 25 - 34 make up a smaller proportion at 7.7%. The local concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 sits above the national average of 9.4%. Since 2021, the proportion of individuals aged 75 to 84 has risen from 7.0% to 9.3%. Conversely, children aged 5 to 14 fell from 12.6% to 10.4%, and the to cohort decreased from to . By demographic trends forecast major shifts, with the to group expected to grow by people () from to . Older residents aged + will account for of the population expansion, showing clear signs of aging, while declines are anticipated in the to and to brackets.

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Moore Park Beach currently has an estimated 119 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 85 children aged 0-2 and 56 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 18% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 18% by 2041 (to approximately 140 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 274. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been low, with approximately 7.0 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.