1.St Francis Catholic College
Education & Training
ConstructionA new K-12 Catholic college in Westbrook, expected to open in 2026.
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$581
Median rent / wk
Period ending Jun 2026
+0.8%
Rent growth / yr
Period ending Jun 2026
2,406
People
17 Jul 2026
+15.9%
Growth since 2021
Census
8
For sale now
indexed listings
Data sourcesABSDFFH Rental ReportACARARefreshed July 2026
ABS QuickStats SAL33190How we calculate this
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Suburb (SAL) analysis
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2,406
People
est. as @ 17 Jul 2026
2021 Census | 2,076 people
40.53 km²
Land area
59.4 /km²
Density
2.5%
Unemployment
14 /yr
Resi approvals
The suburb of Wyreema, located 117 kilometers west of the Brisbane CBD, is situated in the scenic Cambooya-Wyreema region of Queensland. This picturesque area is defined by its rolling farmlands, open green spaces, and tranquil country lifestyle. Supported by a strong sense of community and essential local services, it offers a peaceful rural setting that attracts families and individuals looking for a quiet, slower-paced alternative to urban living. According to demographic analysis, the suburb of Wyreema has experienced rapid population expansion, with its resident count reaching approximately 2,406 as of May 2026. This represents a 15.9% increase from the 2,076 residents recorded during the 2021 Census, adding 330 people to the community. This growth is accompanied by a young demographic profile, characterized by an elevated concentration of children and residents aged 25 to 34, mostly forming family households. The local housing market is marked by low relative building activity and a high proportion of mortgaged homeowners, while the local workforce enjoys a below-average unemployment rate. Future demand in the area is expected to be supported by its strong expansion patterns and its position among the nation's most active locations for planned major infrastructure projects.
Estimated residents are up from 2,076 at the 2021 Census — a change of 330 people, or 15.9%.
Districts View
Data to 17 Jul 2026Population growth
Wyreema ranks in the 84th percentile nationally for population growth, with the population up +15.9% since the 2021 Census.
Forecast demand
Official forecasts point to an additional 367 residents by 2041 — growth of 15.3% on the current estimated population.
Infrastructure pipeline
8 major projects are tracked in and around Wyreema, and infrastructure activity ranks in the 95th percentile nationally.
Employment outlook
Industry-weighted employment growth of 6.1% is forecast over the next five years based on the local industry mix.
Below-average resident incomes
Wyreema ranks in the 28th percentile nationally for income (score 2.8/10).
Lower household incomes can constrain rent growth and buyer depth, and increase sensitivity to interest-rate and cost-of-living pressure.
Limited public transport access
Wyreema ranks in the 20th percentile nationally for transport & access (score 2/10).
Car-dependent locations can appeal to a narrower tenant pool and are more exposed to fuel and commuting costs.
Lower education outcomes
Wyreema ranks in the 27th percentile nationally for education (score 2.7/10).
School quality and attainment influence family demand, a key driver of long-term owner-occupier depth.
Districts' reading of national rankings, Census change and the tracked project pipeline for Wyreema. Each line cites its evidence; this is interpretation, not advice. The Investment Report PDF is the long form of this thesis.
Sales activity
Data to 17 Jul 2026No market glance has been ingested for this suburb yet. Recorded sales below come from Districts property records where indexed.
Residential supply
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Districts analysis of residential development drivers sees Wyreema recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide
Detail
According to Districts' evaluation of ABS building statistics mapped from regional datasets, Wyreema averages roughly 14 residential approvals annually. This includes a total of 72 approved residences over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, with 9 approvals recorded during the current FY-26 period. Because the area has averaged 4.2 new occupants per built dwelling annually over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, residential construction is falling short of local demand, creating strong buyer rivalry and upward pressure on prices. Newly approved homes carry a mean development valuation of $772,000, indicating that builders are concentrating on the high-end residential sector. Furthermore, commercial approvals amounting to $354,000 have been logged during this financial year, underscoring the dominant residential focus of the community.
Compared to the Rest of Qld, Wyreema registers moderately higher building activity, tracking 23.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year span. This provides home buyers with options while supporting values, even though building pace has slowed of late. Every newly approved dwelling has been a standalone house, preserving the traditional suburban environment and low-density footprint favored by families. The ratio of 524 residents for each approved home highlight the quiet and low-key construction environment of the locality.
Projecting forward from the latest quarterly figures compiled by Districts, Wyreema's occupancy is expected to climb by 367 individuals by 2041. The volume of current building activity appears aligned with future requirements, encouraging balanced market dynamics without significant price volatility.
Districts' assessment of the Toowoomba LGA register has identified 4 substantial development applications lodged in Wyreema over the past 5 years (1 in the last 12 months). Minor and ancillary works — single dwellings, outbuildings, signage and smaller residential developments — are excluded. All four remain in the pipeline (one under assessment).
4 applications in the profile extract.
Recent Development Approvals by Type
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Wyreema | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest FY Approvals | 9 | 185,138 | 897 |
| Current FY-to-Date Approvals | 9 | 184,871 | 1,331 |
| –Detached House Approvals | 5/100.0% | 89,436/61.9% | 596/86.5% |
| –Attached/Other Approvals | 0/0.0% | 55,043/38.1% | 93/13.5% |
| Average Annual Approvals | 14 | 188,882 | 926 |
| Total 5-Year Approvals | 72 | 944,410 | 4,630 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (2yr) | 1.9 | 6.5 | 4.8 |
| Approvals per 1,000 People (5yr) | 6.8 | 7.2 | 5.5 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (2yr) | 14.1 | 2.8 | 3 |
| Pop Growth per Approval (5yr) | 4.2 | 2.1 | 2.9 |
| Persons per Approval | 523 | 158 | 211 |
| Residential Value per Unit | 772 | 342 | 321 |
| Commercial Development Value | 354 | 105,080,908 | 504,374 |
| Development Drivers Ranking | 46 | 100 | 92 |
Project pipeline
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Wyreema has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 10% nationally
Detail
Local performance is heavily shaped by developments in regional infrastructure, major works, and municipal planning. Districts has identified no projects that are expected to influence this locality. Prominent regional initiatives include the South Street Industrial Precinct, the Herries Range Wind Farm, the Walking Network Plans for Pittsworth and Westbrook, and the relocation of the Denise Kable Centre to Clifford Park Special School, with key projects of local interest detailed in the listing.
Education & Training
ConstructionA new K-12 Catholic college in Westbrook, expected to open in 2026.
Residential Development
ConstructionA premium residential subdivision offering 78 allotments ranging from 600m to 834m in Stage 2, combining tranquil country living with modern urban amenities. Located minutes from Toowoomba Base Hospital, University of Southern Queensland, City Golf Club and Toowoomba CBD. Features include proximity to parks, walking trails, shopping centers and excellent transport connections.
Transport & Logistics
PlanningBlack Spot-funded road safety project to improve intersection safety through installation of footpath improvements, traffic islands, enhanced signage and line-marking improvements. The project aims to reduce crash risk and improve safety for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians at this intersection.
Source for Platz Street - Wuth Street Intersection Upgrade (opens in new tab)
Communities
ConstructionExclusive acreage estate offering 12 large lots ranging from 4,039sqm to 4,558sqm (approximately 1 acre each) for residential development in the serene outskirts of Darling Heights. Located just 10 minutes from the Toowoomba CBD, this estate combines tranquil countryside living with modern convenience. Each expansive lot provides the perfect canvas for crafting bespoke residences with space for gardens, outdoor entertaining, and pools. The estate is thoughtfully designed to offer a tranquil escape while maintaining easy access to schools, shops, and major employment hubs.
Sports & Recreation
CompletedCompleted upgrade of Thiess Park including children's play equipment, bike mania track, double-sided ball wall, gazebo, pathways, and fenced dog off-leash area with agility course. The park forms part of the Thiess Park Linear Corridor and features connecting pathways, drinking fountains, and recreational facilities serving the local community.
8 projects tracked around Wyreema (QLD), in the source's significance order. Stages and reference links are as published by the source.
On the market now
Data to 17 Jul 2026$779,000
House · 4 bed · 1,245m² land
Listed 26 Aug 2026
$849,000
House · 4 bed · 843m² land
Listed 17 Aug 2026
$3,495,000
Rural Property · 4 bed · 404,690m² land
Listed 23 Feb 2026
$789,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 1,243m² land
Listed 14 May 2026
$899,000
House For Sale · 5 bed · 822m² land
Listed 17 June 2026
$899,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 953m² land
Listed 18 June 2026
$820,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 820m² land
Listed 11 Aug 2026
$995,000
House For Sale · 4 bed · 1,162m² land
Listed 20 Aug 2026
From indexed listing events. Districts records what the listing publishes — asks and attributes are the agent's, not a valuation.
Properties
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Address | Price | Sold | Type | Beds | Baths | Cars | Land | $/m² land |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 tarcoola st, wyreema, QLD, 4352 | $861K | 3 Aug 2026 | House | 4 | 2 | 2 | 843m² | $1,021 |
| 18 stratford dr, wyreema, QLD, 4352 | $700K | 7 July 2026 | House | 3 | 1 | 2 | 920m² | $761 |
| 44 stratford dr, wyreema, QLD, 4352 | $790K | 2 July 2026 | House | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1,104m² | $716 |
| 36 fitzgerald circuit, wyreema, QLD, 4352 | — | 5 June 2026 | House | 4 | 2 | 2 | 855m² | — |
| 22 fisher rd, wyreema, QLD, 4352 | $760K | 1 June 2026 | House | 3 | 1 | 3 | 698m² | $1,089 |
| 1 high st, wyreema, QLD, 4352 | $785K | 11 May 2026 | House | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1,012m² | $776 |
| 17 kensei st, wyreema, QLD, 4352 | $840K | 10 Mar 2026 | House | 4 | 2 | 4 | 945m² | $889 |
| 20 gladstone st, wyreema, QLD, 4352 | $750K | 9 Mar 2026 | House | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1,012m² | $741 |
| 16 fisher rd, wyreema, QLD, 4352 | $685K | 6 Mar 2026 | House | 3 | 1 | 4 | 875m² | $783 |
| 18 fisher rd, wyreema, QLD, 4352 | $650K | 13 Feb 2026 | House | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1,551m² | $419 |
| 24 gladstone st, wyreema, QLD, 4352 | $870K | 30 Jan 2026 | House | 4 | 2 | 5 | 1,012m² | $860 |
| 16 newman rd, wyreema, QLD, 4352 | $882K | 27 Jan 2026 | House | 3 | 2 | 7 | 822m² | $1,073 |
| 14 darcy st, wyreema, QLD, 4352 | — | 23 Jan 2026 | House | 6 | 2 | 2 | 1,772m² | — |
Source: Districts property records · 13 in 2026 · 203 recorded sales in total
Other indexed properties in Wyreema with no sale record in Districts yet.
Nearby
Data to 17 Jul 2026| Suburb | Distance | People | Median | Growth | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyreema | — | 2,406 | — | — | — |
| Cambooya | 5.9 km | 2,555 | — | — | — |
| Westbrook (Qld) | 6.0 km | 4,859 | — | — | — |
| Hodgson Vale | 7.3 km | 1,561 | — | — | — |
| Drayton | 8.3 km | 1,883 | — | — | — |
| Darling Heights | 9.4 km | 5,664 | — | — | — |
| Kearneys Spring | 10.4 km | 10,801 | — | — | — |
| Glenvale | 11.1 km | 9,050 | — | — | — |
| Harristown | 11.2 km | 9,659 | — | — | — |
| Middle Ridge | 11.5 km | 8,163 | — | — | — |
| Centenary Heights | 12.6 km | 6,270 | — | — | — |
| South Toowoomba | 12.8 km | 5,652 | — | — | — |
| Newtown (Toowoomba - Qld) | 13.3 km | 10,724 | — | — | — |
| Toowoomba City | 14.0 km | 2,473 | — | — | — |
| Wilsonton | 14.0 km | 6,633 | — | — | — |
| Rangeville | 14.1 km | 8,885 | — | — | — |
| East Toowoomba | 14.8 km | 6,102 | — | — | — |
| Cotswold Hills | 15.2 km | 2,084 | — | — | — |
| Rockville | 15.3 km | 3,797 | — | — | — |
| Wilsonton Heights | 15.3 km | 3,017 | — | — | — |
| North Toowoomba | 15.3 km | 3,388 | — | — | — |
Market columns show — where a nearby suburb has not been ingested yet.
Low relative development activity
High population growth since Census
Below-average unemployment rate
Strong mortgage holder representation
Notable proportion 0 to 4yo
Elevated 25 to 34yo demographic
One of the nation's highest rates of population growth since the 2016 Census
Development approval activity in recent years well below historic averages
Population growth relative to development approval activity among the highest in the nation
Population Growth
8.4
Density
2.5
Development Activity
4.6
Employment Drivers
7.8
Infrastructure Drivers
9.5
Education
2.7
Amenities
5.2
Transport & Access
Demographics
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Wyreema lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to Districts analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends
Detail
Based on evaluation of ABS demographic releases for the wider region and fresh locations confirmed by Districts post-Census, the resident count for the suburb of Wyreema is calculated at approximately 2,406 in May 2026. This indicates a rise of 330 individuals (15.9%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a total of 2,076 residents. This shift is derived from a resident pool of 2,383, calculated by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP statistics from June 2025 alongside 52 validated new addresses found after the Census. The resulting density stands at 59 persons per square kilometer, offering residents substantial personal space. The suburb of Wyreema's 15.9% expansion post-2021 outpaced both the SA3 area (9.2%) and the SA4 territory, positioning it as a local leader in expansion. The gains were mostly propelled by domestic arrivals from other states, which accounted for roughly 57% of the net growth, with natural increases and international relocation also playing supportive roles.
Employment
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Employment conditions in Wyreema demonstrate exceptional strength compared to most Australian markets
Detail
Wyreema maintains a diverse employment base comprising both office and manual labor roles, with notable concentration in production and industrial fields. The local jobless rate is a low 2.5% according to aggregated regional statistics. In March 2026, working residents numbered 1,311, and the local unemployment rate was 1.5% below the 3.9% average seen across Regional Qld. Workforce engagement is highly elevated, reaching 74.7% compared with the 64.3% regional benchmark. Census statistics show that a modest 8.0% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure reflects historical pandemic mitigation measures.
The primary sectors employing local residents are social services & medical care, retail operations, and building construction. The community exhibits a strong concentration in retail trade, employing residents at times the regional average rate. Conversely, hospitality and food services employ a modest of the workforce, which sits below the Regional Qld standard of . A comparison of local jobs to resident workers indicates that the immediate area provides few employment options within its own boundaries.
Income
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Income levels sit below national averages according to Districts assessment
Detail
ATO records from the financial year 2023 show that taxpayers in the suburb of Wyreema earned a median income of $49,456 and a mean income of $58,837. These levels are below the national average and compare to Regional Qld benchmarks of $53,146 and $66,593. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index rise of 11.36% since financial year 2023, updated figures for March 2026 correspond to roughly $55,074 for the median and $65,521 for the average. The 2021 Census placed Wyreema's household, family, and individual incomes at the 52nd national percentile. Income groupings show that 43.9% of the local population (1,056 people) fall into the weekly bracket of $1,500 - 2,999, compared to 31.7% for the wider metropolitan zone. Housing costs present a major hurdle, with residents retaining only of their earnings, placing the suburb at the th percentile for affordability.
Housing stock
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Wyreema is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region
Detail
Housing profiles in Wyreema at the most recent Census consisted of 94.9% standalone houses and 5.1% alternative formats like townhouses, flats, or other housing styles, whereas Regional Qld recorded 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options. The proportion of outright home ownership was lower than the regional rate, sitting at 19.2%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (48.6%) or renters (32.2%). Median monthly mortgage costs of $1,517 and weekly rents of $330 were both lower than the Regional Qld averages of $1,655 and $345. On a national level, Wyreema's median mortgage outlays are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and typical weekly rents are below the national benchmark of $375.
Wyreema at a glance
Households
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Wyreema features high concentrations of family households, with a higher-than-average median household size
Detail
Families comprise the vast majority of local households at 80.7%, consisting of couples with children at 37.2%, couples without children at 30.3%, and single parents at 12.8%. Other household structures make up the remaining 19.3%, with individuals living alone accounting for 16.9% and shared group households representing 2.2%. The median household size of 2.8 occupants exceeds the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Household Types (Census)
ABS / Districts
Education
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Educational outcomes in Wyreema fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment
Detail
The locality records below-average rates of higher education, with university graduates representing 11.9% of the population compared to 30.4% nationally. Among these, bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.2%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.7% and postgraduate qualifications at 1.0%. Vocational and technical expertise is highly prevalent, with 47.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a trade qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.9% and certificate courses at 37.0%.
A substantial portion of the population is engaged in study, with 32.4% of residents enrolled in an educational institution. This group includes attending primary school, in secondary school, and enrolled in higher education.
Amenities
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Amenity provision was found to be in line with the typical area assessed nationally by Districts, based on counts and proximity analysis
Supermarket
4.9km · score 50
Child Care
2.4km · score 48
GP
6.4km · score 36
Government Services
52km · score 41
Post Office
0km · score 0
Getting around
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
No public transport data available for this catchment area.
Transport Servicing
GTFS / Districts
| Metrici | Wyreema | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Stops | 0 | 171,981 | 609 |
| Routes | 0 | 12,966 | 9 |
| Weekly Trips | 0 | 1,140,068 | 1,302 |
| Avg Dist. Between Stops (m) | 0 | 235 | 133 |
| Avg Dist. to Local Pop. (m) | 0 | 7,586 | 1,006 |
| Population per Stop | 0 | 161 | 291 |
| Population per Trip | 0 | 24.3 | 136.1 |
| Population per Route | 0 | 2,136 | 19,692 |
| Public Transport Access Ranking | 20 | 100 | 22 |
| Vehicles per Dwelling | 1.9 | 1.4 | 1.5 |
| Work from Home | 8.0% | 23.9% | 8.2% |
| Single Mode Commute | 91.6% | 73.8% | 90.9% |
| Two Mode | 0.4% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| Three+ Mode | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| –Car | 98.1% | 84.1% | 93.7% |
| –Train | 0.0% | 4.9% | 0.1% |
| –Bus | 0.0% | 3.6% | 0.8% |
| –Walk | 0.5% | 3.7% | 2.9% |
| –Cycle | 0.0% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| –Ferry | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.0% |
| –Tram/Light Rail | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| –Other | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
Healthcare
Data to 17 Jul 2026Data to 2024Districts view
Health performance in Wyreema is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts
Detail
Local health assessments by Districts indicate notable challenges based on mortality and chronic illness data, with various ailments observed across both youth and older segments. Private health insurance participation is low, covering approximately 51% of the population, which equates to about 1,215 individuals, compared to the national average of 55.7%.
Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent issues, affecting 10.6% and 10.1% of local residents, while 68.6% of the population reported no chronic conditions, slightly above the 67.6% rate for Regional Qld. Chronic illness rates are elevated among working-age individuals. Residents aged 65 and over make up of the local population ( people), which is lower than the Regional Qld level of , with national health comparisons for this demographic showing even higher relative rates of illness.
Ancestry & language
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
The latest Census data sees Wyreema placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics
Detail
Wyreema has a lower concentration of cultural diversity than average, with 93.8% of residents born in Australia, 93.4% holding citizenship, and 97.4% speaking only English at home. The main religious affiliation is Christianity, chosen by 56.6% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the local population compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld.
Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three largest self-identified heritages in Wyreema are Australian at 34.8% (well above the regional average of 26.5%), English at 29.4%, and German at . Notable demographic variations are also present in other groups, with Australian Aboriginal heritage representing of the population compared to regionally, and Lebanese heritage at compared to across the region.
Age structure
Data to 17 Jul 20262021 CensusDistricts view
Wyreema hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide
Detail
The median age of 30 years in Wyreema is much lower than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional Qld, Wyreema has a higher share of people aged 25 - 34 (20.2%) and a smaller share aged 55 - 64 (7.9%). The 25 - 34 cohort concentration is substantially above the national benchmark of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 19.0% to 20.2% of the population, and the 65 to 74 group has grown from 6.9% to 8.0%, while the 5 to cohort declined from to . Demographic projections for point to major shifts, with the to cohort expected to grow by (an increase of residents to ), while the to age bracket is projected to shrink by people.
Child care
Data to 17 Jul 2026Districts view
Wyreema was found to possess above average child care supply broadly for children under 5, with strong provision across both long day care and out of school hours care.
Detail
Wyreema currently has an estimated 240 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 108 children aged 0-2 and 72 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 14% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 20% by 2041 (to approximately 288 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 273. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 13.8 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.
2.0
Income
2.8
Age
0.4
Household Composition
7.9
Housing
3.9
Cultural Diversity
0.5
Health
2.7
Housing Cost
3.1
Rate Sensitivity
0.0
Districts utilizes the 2024 ABS and Geoscience Australia long-term estimates for each SA2 region, which rely on 2022 as their starting point. Where these figures are unavailable or for periods past 2032, the 2023 Queensland Government SA2 projections based on 2021 records are implemented. Because the state-level models omit specific age divisions, Districts projects cohort changes by applying proportional distributions from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (using 2022 baseline data). Looking forward, the suburb of Wyreema is expected to register growth exceeding the median rate of regional Australian areas, with collective SA2 projections indicating a rise of 390 residents by 2041, representing a overall gain of 15.2% over the 16 years.
Annual Population Growth Rates (CAGR) by Period
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Wyreema | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest Population Est. | 2,406 | 2,855,561 | 27,798,796 |
| Growth Since Census | 15.9% | 9.2% | 9.3% |
| Population 2021 Census | 2,076 | 2,615,036 | 25,422,788 |
| Natural Increase | 38.0% | 15.0% | 20.0% |
| Overseas Migration | 5.0% | 56.0% | 80.0% |
| Interstate Migration | 57.0% | 28.0% | 0.0% |
| Population Forecast Growth (2041) | 15.2% | 15.9% | 19.8% |
| Persons per Square Kilometer | 59 | 1 | 3 |
Analysis of ABS and SALM figures for the wider region reveals that over the 12-month period, the local labor pool shrank by 5.9% and total employment fell by 6.7%, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 0.8 percentage points. For comparison, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1% and its labor force expand by 0.3%, resulting in a 0.1 percentage point unemployment increase. National occupational projections from May-25 published by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for upcoming hiring trends in Wyreema. These five-year and ten-year national estimates have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential changes. Across the nation, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% in five years and 13.7% in ten years, though individual sector growth rates vary. Weighting these national trends against Wyreema's specific occupational makeup suggests local job counts could rise by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, representing a basic proportional extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Employment Change (Persons)
DEWR / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Wyreema | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employment | 1,311 | 14,651,372 | 86,186 |
| –Health Care & Social Assistance | 16.7% | 15.2% | 19.4% |
| –Retail Trade | 13.1% | 9.5% | 9.7% |
| –Construction | 11.4% | 9.3% | 8.7% |
| Labour Force | 1,345 | 15,298,546 | 89,588 |
| Participation Rate | 74.7% | 67.2% | 62.4% |
| Working from Home | 8.0% | 23.9% | 8.2% |
| Unemployment | 2.5% | 4.2% | 3.8% |
| 1Yr Emp. Growth | -6.7% | 1.5% | -8.0% |
| 5Yr Emp. Growth Forecast | 6.1% | 6.5% | 6.5% |
| Employment Drivers Ranking | 78 | 100 | 39 |
Latest Annual Income Estimate
ATO / ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Wyreema | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Annual Income Est. | 55,074 | 63,628 | 59,574 |
| Average Annual Income Est. | 65,521 | 81,777 | 72,217 |
| ATO Median Taxable Income | 49,456 | 57,137 | 53,497 |
| ATO Average Taxable Income | 58,837 | 73,435 | 64,850 |
| Median Household Income | 1,723 | 1,746 | 1,502 |
| –$0 to 399 | 22 (2.6%) | 638,312 (6.3%) | 3,750 (5.7%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 119 (14.3%) | 1,671,771 (16.5%) | 12,895 (19.6%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 210 (25.2%) | 2,158,104 (21.3%) | 16,185 (24.6%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 366 (43.9%) | 3,201,695 (31.6%) | 21,712 (33.0%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 81 (9.7%) | 1,114,514 (11.0%) | 6,053 (9.2%) |
| –$4,000+ | 36 (4.3%) | 1,357,681 (13.4%) | 5,198 (7.9%) |
| Median Family Income | 1,877 | 2,120 | 1,892 |
| –$0 to 399 | 9 (1.3%) | 236,192 (3.3%) | 1,232 (2.7%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 78 (11.6%) | 758,676 (10.6%) | 5,610 (12.3%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 157 (23.3%) | 1,474,408 (20.6%) | 10,993 (24.1%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 319 (47.4%) | 2,562,321 (35.8%) | 17,972 (39.4%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,999 | 72 (10.7%) | 973,396 (13.6%) | 5,474 (12.0%) |
| –$4,000+ | 38 (5.6%) | 1,145,171 (16.0%) | 4,379 (9.6%) |
| Median Personal Income | 834 | 805 | 758 |
| –$0 to 399 | 525 (21.8%) | 7,303,780 (26.3%) | 45,671 (25.8%) |
| –$400 to 799 | 628 (26.1%) | 6,526,191 (23.5%) | 46,911 (26.5%) |
| –$800 to 1,499 | 765 (31.8%) | 7,137,153 (25.7%) | 49,389 (27.9%) |
| –$1,500 to 2,999 | 452 (18.8%) | 5,359,808 (19.3%) | 29,917 (16.9%) |
| –$3,000 to 3,499 | 14 (0.6%) | 527,649 (1.9%) | 2,124 (1.2%) |
| –$3,500+ | 22 (0.9%) | 944,215 (3.4%) | 3,009 (1.7%) |
| –Low Income (<$800/wk) | 16.9% | 22.8% | 25.3% |
| –High Income (>$3,000/wk) | 14.0% | 24.4% | 17.1% |
| Largest Income Group | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 | $1,500 - 2,999 |
| Household Disposable Income | 6,269 | 6,376 | 5,537 |
| SEIFA Score | 3.8 | 5.6 | 4.3 |
Source: ABS 2021 Census
Rents today
$581/wk
DFFH median rent
Period ending Jun 2026
+0.8%
DFFH rent movement, 1 yr
Rents are rising
The DFFH median weekly rent rose 0.8% year on year to $581/wk (Period ending Jun 2026).
The 2021 Census recorded a median rent of $330/wk — an older point-in-time figure, kept separate from current medians.
RTBA rental bond lodgements are not in this extract. Rents above are report medians, not bond data.
Housing Tenure (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Wyreema | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Dwellings (Census) | 719 | 9,275,218 | 60,231 |
| –Owned Outright | 19.2% | 32.1% | 32.1% |
| –Owned with Mortgage | 48.6% | 36.2% | 34.0% |
| –Rented | 32.2% | 31.7% | 33.9% |
| –Detached Houses | 94.9% | 72.5% | 81.4% |
| –Semi-Detached | 5.1% | 12.6% | 14.1% |
| –Apartments | 0.0% | 14.3% | 4.2% |
| –Other Dwellings | 0.0% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| –Median Monthly Mortgage | 1,517 | 1,863 | 1,517 |
| –Median Weekly Rent | 330 | 375 | 310 |
| –$0-149/wk | 0.0% | 7.3% | 6.3% |
| –$150-349/wk | 54.1% | 33.4% | 61.9% |
| –$350-649/wk | 45.9% | 50.9% | 31.1% |
| –$650-949/wk | 0.0% | 6.6% | 0.5% |
| –>$950/wk | 0.0% | 1.8% | 0.2% |
| –Aggregate Housing Cost | 1,197 | 1,189 | 971 |
| –Mortgage / Income | 20.3% | 24.6% | 23.3% |
| –Rent / Income | 19.2% | 21.5% | 20.6% |
| –Persons per Bedroom | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.7 |
| Metrici | Wyreema | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Household Est. | 834 | 10,142,077 | 65,793 |
| Median Household Size | 2.8 | 2.5 | 2.5 |
| Total Households (Census) | 720 | 9,275,217 | 60,232 |
| –Lone Person Households | 16.9% | 25.6% | 27.1% |
| –Group Households | 2.2% | 3.9% | 3.5% |
| –Other Households | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| –Family Households | 80.7% | 70.5% | 69.4% |
| –Couple with Children | 37.2% | 31.4% | 27.9% |
| –Couple No Children | 30.3% | 26.8% | 28.7% |
| –One Parent Family | 12.8% | 11.1% | 11.7% |
| –Avg Children per Family | 1.8 | 1.6 | 1.8 |
| Currently Married | 49.4% | 46.5% | 47.4% |
| Never Married | 35.9% | 36.5% | 34.6% |
Qualification Attainment by Type - Residents Aged 15+ (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Wyreema | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| University Qualifications | 11.9% | 30.4% | 23.1% |
| –Bachelor Degree | 9.2% | 20.0% | 15.7% |
| –Postgraduate Degree | 1.0% | 7.6% | 4.8% |
| –Advanced Diploma | 10.9% | 10.8% | 10.1% |
| –Certificate | 37.0% | 22.0% | 26.8% |
| No Tertiary Qualifications | 40.1% | 36.8% | 40.1% |
| Number of Schools | 1 | 11,054 | 79 |
| Total School Attendance | 153 | 4,176,099 | 30,436 |
| ICSEA Score | 944 | 1,001 | 991 |
| Education Drivers Ranking | 27 | 100 | 45 |
Schools detail
| # | School name | Type | Places | ICSEA | Distance (km) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wyreema State School | Primary | 153 | 944 | 0.69 |
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Parcel Locker
0km · score 0
Dentist
10km · score 33
Hospital
19km · score 51
Shopping Centre
11km · score 55
Banks
12km · score 29
Pharmacy
6.4km · score 36
Fitness Centre
10km · score 52
Schools
3.3km · score 46
Private Health Insurance Coverage
ATO / Districts
| Metrici | Wyreema | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Health Cover Rate | 50.5% | 55.7% | 51.5% |
| Need for Assistance | 5.3% | 5.8% | 6.9% |
| Zero L/T Health Conditions | 68.6% | 69.8% | 65.3% |
| One Long Term Condition | 22.0% | 20.5% | 22.6% |
| Two Long Term Conditions | 6.5% | 6.4% | 7.8% |
| 3+ Long Term Conditions | 2.9% | 3.3% | 4.3% |
| –Arthritis | 6.5% | 7.7% | 9.1% |
| –Asthma | 10.6% | 7.4% | 8.5% |
| –Cancer | 2.0% | 2.6% | 2.9% |
| –Dementia / Alzheimers | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| –Diabetes | 3.3% | 4.3% | 4.4% |
| –Heart Disease | 2.7% | 3.6% | 4.1% |
| –Kidney Disease | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| –Lung Condition | 1.7% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| –Mental Health Issue | 10.1% | 8.0% | 9.8% |
| –Stroke | 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| –Other Condition | 7.5% | 7.3% | 7.7% |
Place of Birth (Census)
ABS / Districts
| Metrici | Wyreema | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Born Overseas | 6.2% | 29.3% | 16.1% |
| Born in Australia | 93.8% | 70.7% | 83.9% |
| Australian Citizens | 93.4% | 83.8% | 87.3% |
| Speak English Only | 97.4% | 76.4% | 89.1% |
| Speak Other Language | 2.6% | 23.6% | 10.9% |
| Indigenous Population | 4.9% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Largest Ethnic Group | Australian | English | English |
| Main Religion | Christianity | Christianity | Christianity |
| –Buddhism | 0.2% | 2.6% | 1.0% |
| –Christianity | 56.6% | 47.5% | 58.8% |
| –Hinduism | 0.2% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| –Islam | 0.2% | 3.5% | 1.2% |
| –Judaism | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| –Other | 0.0% | 1.4% | 2.2% |
| –No Religion | 42.6% | 41.6% | 35.0% |
Age Distribution
ABS / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts
| Metrici | Wyreema | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Age | 30 | 38 | 37 |
| Largest Age Group | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 | 25 to 34 |
| Children (0-14) | 24.7% | 17.5% | 18.3% |
| Working Age (15-64) | 64.1% | 64.7% | 62.5% |
| Seniors (65+) | 11.5% | 17.8% | 19.2% |
| Age Distribution Variance | 33.0% | 16.0% | 14.0% |
| Dependency Ratio | 56.0% | 55.0% | 60.0% |
| Fastest Growing Age Group | 85+ | 85+ | 85+ |
Wyreema contains 1 Long Day Care centre (115 places) and 1 OSHC facility (52 places). With no preschool/kindergarten services observed in the area, only long day care, the ratio of children per place for the under 5 age group is 1.6 - placing the area above the national average for supply per child. With projected population growth of 15.2% between now and 2041, and 20.0% in the under 5 age group in particular, 67 new places will be needed to maintain today's ratios. As well as this projected growth, other drivers of note in the area are high female labour force participation of 71.0%, as well as strong employment performance.
In assessing child care markets local school supply is a particularly important factor, given school-run convenience, and enrolment vs child care place analysis can provide useful insight into capacity both for parents seeking child care options and child care operators assessing opportunities in an area. The catchment sees a level of school enrolment relative to population of 6.4 per 100 residents with 153 enrolments across primary and secondary institutions. A lower-than-typical rate which suggests pressure might be taken off local services somewhat by school hubs in nearby areas. Additionally, the level of school places per child care place (LDC+PSK) is moderate. Out of school hours child care provision is similarly strong, with 52 places serving the 5-12 cohort. Proximity analysis saw distances of local residents to their nearest child care centre being longer than typical nationally. Another finding worth noting is the low level of commercial activity in the area and assessment of local working populations which suggest many of the local population commute elsewhere for work with nearby services potentially taking some pressure off local child care centres.
6 school catchments intersect Wyreema (note; school catchment data provided for public schools only), in which a combined 4,853 children aged under 5 reside, served by 2,589 LDC and preschool places. The overall demand-to-supply ratio across these catchments is 1.9 children per place, with significant variance in this ratio.
Children per LDC Place by Geographic Level
ACECQA / ABS / GNAF / Geoscience Australia / State Govts / Districts