Pittsworth (Qld)

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According to investigations of ABS population estimates for the wider region, and recent addresses verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Pittsworth has an estimated population of approximately 3,444 as of May 2026. This marks an expansion of 144 individuals (4.4%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 3,300 residents. The change is calculated from a resident population of 3,407, calculated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP data release along with an additional 53 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population size yields a density of 58 persons per square kilometer, indicating a spacious environment. The suburb of Pittsworth's 4.4% post-census growth is within 0.6 percentage points of the SA4 region (5.0%), showing competitive local expansion. Growth was mostly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 40.0% of population gains recently, with positive contributions from all other factors including natural increase and overseas migration.

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Pittsworth displays a balanced labor market featuring a mix of white-collar and blue-collar roles, with a strong presence of manufacturing and industrial activities, an unemployment rate of only 2.1%, and an estimated job growth rate of 1.8% over the past year, according to Districts statistical area compilations. By March 2026, 1,617 locals were employed, and the unemployment rate was 1.9% lower than the Regional Qld rate of 3.9%, though workforce participation was somewhat low (59.9% versus 64.3% in Regional Qld). Census returns showed that a modest 5.8% of workers operated from home, keeping in mind the influence of pandemic-related restrictions.

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Taxpayer income in Pittsworth is lower than the national average, according to ATO statistics aggregated by Districts for financial year 2023. The median income for local taxpayers is $44,153, with an average income of $57,389, compared to Regional Qld benchmarks of $53,146 and $66,593. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates stand at roughly $49,169 for the median and $63,908 for the average as of March 2026. Census figures from 2021 place household, family, and personal incomes in the area in the 19th percentile nationally. The largest cohort is the 31.6% of households earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (1,088 residents), which matches the metropolitan region average of 31.7%. Discretionary income remaining after housing costs stands at , which is in the nd percentile nationally.

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The residential landscape in Pittsworth at the last Census consisted of 91.7% standalone houses and 8.3% other home types (semi-detached dwellings, units, and alternative housing), compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options across Regional Qld. Home ownership rates were notably higher than regional levels at 38.2%, with remaining residences either mortgaged (32.3%) or rented (29.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,300 was lower than the Regional Qld average, while the median weekly rent was $275, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively. Locally, monthly repayments are lower than the national average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well under the Australian benchmark of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 71.4%, consisting of couples with children at 27.6%, couples without children at 30.9%, and single parent households at 11.9%. Non-family households account for the remaining 28.6%, with single-person households representing 27.1% and group houses making up 1.9%. The median size of 2.5 residents is identical to the Regional Qld average.

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The region shows lower rates of higher education, with university qualification levels (13.0%) sitting below the national average of 30.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted education programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 9.5%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.8%) and postgraduate degrees (1.7%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 40.5% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (7.2%) and certificates (33.3%).

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Health indicators point to notable public health issues in the area, based on Districts' evaluation of mortality patterns and chronic disease rates across various age groups, while the rate of private health coverage is low at approximately 50% of the population (~1,719 people). This compares to a rate of 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%.

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The area displays low levels of cultural diversity, with citizens making up 89.4% of the population, 90.7% of residents born in Australia, and 95.5% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 74.2% of residents, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld.

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The median age of 43 years is higher than the Regional Qld average of 41 and exceeds the Australian average of 38. The 85+ cohort is highly represented at 5.8% compared to the region, whereas young adults aged 25 - 34 are less common at 8.7%. Census updates show the 15 to 24 age bracket rose from 11.7% to 13.4% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort grew from 10.0% to 11.3%, while the 45 to 54 cohort shrank from 11.6% to 9.5%. Projections indicate the local age profile will shift by 2041, with the 85+ bracket showing the fastest growth at , adding residents to total . Seniors aged + are expected to account for of all population growth, confirming local aging trends, while the to and to age brackets are projected to decline.

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Pittsworth currently has an estimated 220 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 126 children aged 0-2 and 84 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 2% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 0% by 2041 (to approximately 221 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 376. Birth rates in the area have averaged 12.3 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.