Beachmere
At 57, Beachmere has a median age 17 years above the national figure, giving it an older profile than nearby Caboolture and Ningi. Its 4,782 residents occupy 31.87 square kilometres, while 83.9% of homes are separate houses. Growth is still present, with an annual trend of 1.74% driven mainly by internal migration, alongside 27 development applications in 12 months. Household income sits at the 17.6th percentile, so affordability and service access matter as much as housing choice. The result is an established, detached market shaped by aging demand and moderate development pressure.
Population
4,782
Median Age
57.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,103/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
27
Beachmere suits buyers prioritising detached homes, lower-density living and modest household sizes. Separate houses account for 83.9% of dwellings, compared with 11.7% apartments, while three-bedroom homes make up 48.4%, higher than the 28.3% share of four-bedroom or larger homes. A typical mortgage commitment of $1,560 per month needs careful testing because mortgage costs equal 32.7% of household income, above the 30% stress benchmark. Weekly rent is $350 and rent-to-income pressure is 31.7%, so buyers should compare ownership costs with local leasing evidence. Outright ownership at 43.2% is higher than mortgage tenure at 26.8%, reinforcing the suburb's established owner-occupier character.
For Buyers
Beachmere suits buyers prioritising detached homes, lower-density living and modest household sizes. Separate houses account for 83.9% of dwellings, compared with 11.7% apartments, while three-bedroom homes make up 48.4%, higher than the 28.3% share of four-bedroom or larger homes. A typical mortgage commitment of $1,560 per month needs careful testing because mortgage costs equal 32.7% of household income, above the 30% stress benchmark. Weekly rent is $350 and rent-to-income pressure is 31.7%, so buyers should compare ownership costs with local leasing evidence. Outright ownership at 43.2% is higher than mortgage tenure at 26.8%, reinforcing the suburb's established owner-occupier character.
For Investors
Beachmere has a smaller rental base than its owner-occupier market, with 23.3% renting compared with 43.2% owning outright. Weekly rent is $350, but the 8.5% vacancy rate may give tenants more choice than in tighter markets, making property presentation and pricing important. Rent growth is recorded at 20.0%, while 27 development applications in 12 months indicate continued construction, roadwork and infrastructure activity that could add competing stock. Internal migration is the primary growth driver, which may support demand, but the aging trajectory suggests investor strategies should consider accessible housing and low-maintenance detached homes rather than relying only on young-family demand. Compared with a high-rental suburb, Beachmere's tenant pool is narrower.
Development Activity
Total DAs
90
Last 12 Months
27
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
-25.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Beachmere
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Birali Steiner School (Beachmere)
Beachmere State School
Demographics
Beachmere's median age of 57 is 17 years above the national figure, and the average household size of 2.2 is 0.3 below the national level. Couples without children account for 58.5% of families, compared with 24.9% for couples with children, helping explain demand for smaller or low-maintenance homes. English ancestry is reported by 2,285 people, followed by Irish at 574 and Scottish at 556, giving the suburb an Anglo-leaning profile. Christianity counts 2,337 residents, while 1,993 report no religion. University participation is 18.2%, 11.9 percentage points below the national comparison, and the overseas-born share of 20.3% is 1.3 points lower. Compared with younger growth areas, Beachmere's age and household structure point to steadier, service-led demand.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
83.9%
Houses
2.1%
Townhouse
11.7%
Apartment
Tenure
Beachmere's housing is predominantly detached, with separate houses accounting for 83.9% of dwellings, compared with 11.7% apartments and 2.1% semi-detached homes. The largest bedroom category is three bedrooms at 48.4%, followed by four or more at 28.3% and two bedrooms at 18.1%. Outright ownership is 43.2%, higher than the 26.8% share with a mortgage, while renting accounts for 23.3%. This tenure mix reflects an established market, but affordability pressure remains material: mortgage costs equal 32.7% of household income and rent equals 31.7%. Compared with apartment-oriented suburbs, Beachmere provides more detached stock, yet buyers should still test repayments against household income at the individual address level.
Mortgage / mo
$1,560
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $350.
$590
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $590 · units $460
HH Size
2.2
Personal Income / wk
$561
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
8.5%
Unoccupied
181
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
31.7% stressed
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
32.7% stressed
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
24.9%
Couples with children
58.5%
Couples, no children
14.9%
Single parent
1,413
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare is Beachmere's largest industry at 22.0%, followed by construction at 14.4%, education at 10.8%, retail at 7.1% and manufacturing at 6.2%. Trades lead occupations with 242 workers, ahead of clerical and administrative roles at 222, professionals at 210, labourers at 208 and community or personal service roles at 207. Healthcare's lead fits an older population and a 12.1% need-assistance rate. The labour force includes 1,679 people, with unemployment at 6.1%, participation at 40.3% and full-time employment at 57.1%. Household income ranks at the 17.6th percentile, below the national middle, while SEIFA places education and occupation at decile 2, economic resources at decile 5, disadvantage at decile 3 and IRSAD at decile 2. Compared with higher-decile areas, these results point to tighter household resources despite varied employment.
Unemployment
6.1%
Labour Force
1,679
Unemployed
102
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
57.1%
Part-time
32.6%
Participation
40.3%
Employed
1,577
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
18.2%
Postgraduate
3.4%
Born Overseas
20.3%
Dwellings
1,963
Transport to Work
Beachmere is strongly car-dependent: 75.3% of residents travel as car drivers, compared with 1.4% using public transport and 3.0% walking or cycling. Working from home accounts for 15.3%, which may reduce some commuting needs but does not replace local transport options. Two schools serve the suburb, with one government state school and one independent non-state school; enrolment zones should be checked against the exact address. At 31.87 square kilometres and 150 residents per square kilometre, daily services can be more spread out than in denser centres. IRSAD is in decile 2, lower than higher-decile locations, while volunteering is 14.3% and need for assistance is 12.1%. Compared with transit-oriented suburbs, Beachmere requires greater reliance on private vehicles and careful planning for services.
Drive
75.3%
Public Transport
1.4%
Walk / Cycle
3.0%
Work from Home
15.3%
Population Forecast
+1.74%/yr
(+309 people/yr)
EstablishedBeachmere's growth outlook combines a 1.74% annual trend with an Aging trajectory. Internal migration is the primary driver, while population change across the wider area is 22.1% over 10 years. Senior share has risen 11.8 percentage points and young share has fallen 4.5 points, helping explain why growth can coexist with older housing demand. Gentrification signals differ in intensity: one measure records a score of 49 and an Active stage, while the shift measure records 21 and Early signs. Compared with a static established suburb, this points to ongoing change rather than a rapid young-family reset. Rent growth of 20.0% and real income growth of 5.3% add momentum, but the aging pattern remains the stronger demographic influence.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Internal Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+65
Net Internal / yr
+245
Gentrification Signal
Active
Population +28% since 2011, Net internal migration +245/yr, Accelerating: 11% → 16%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Beachmere compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Beachmere a good suburb to live in?
Beachmere can suit residents seeking detached housing, quieter density and an older established setting. The median age is 57, 83.9% of homes are separate houses and 75.3% of commuters drive, so it is better suited to car owners than households seeking frequent public transport.
What is the median house price in Beachmere?
A current median house price is not available. Buyers should compare recent comparable sales and live listings, then test repayments against the typical mortgage figure of $1,560 per month and local rent of $350 per week.
What schools are in Beachmere?
Beachmere has 2 listed schools: one government state school and one independent non-state school. Families should confirm enrolment zones, transport arrangements and year-level availability for the exact address before committing to a purchase.
Is Beachmere safe?
A reliable suburb-level crime rate is not available for a simple yes or no answer. Check recent Queensland Police information and the exact street, especially when comparing locations across the 31.87 square kilometre suburb.
Is Beachmere good for property investment?
Beachmere may suit investors seeking detached housing and internal-migration demand, but the 8.5% vacancy rate signals a need for careful pricing. Rent is $350 weekly, 23.3% of households rent and 27 development applications were recorded in 12 months.
How is Beachmere's population changing?
Beachmere has 4,782 residents and an annual growth trend of 1.74%, driven primarily by internal migration. The wider area's 10-year population change is 22.1%, but the trajectory is Aging, with senior share up 11.8 percentage points.
What development is occurring in Beachmere?
There were 27 development applications in 12 months. Recent activity includes domestic building works, reconfiguring a lot, internal and frontage roadworks, and stormwater infrastructure, indicating continued changes to housing and local infrastructure.
How to read these comparisons
Phrases like "above the national average" reference the unweighted median across Australian suburbs with more than 1,000 residents, not population-weighted national figures. Suburb-level medians are more useful for ranking suburbs against each other; ABS census headlines are population-weighted (so dominated by Sydney and Melbourne) and can read very differently.
Current baseline (refreshed 2026-05-10): median age 40, university-educated 30.1%, born overseas 21.6%, average household size 2.5 people.
Data sources: ABS 2021 Census (demographics, income, tenure), state education open registers (school locations), state Crime Statistics agencies (offences), council DA portals (development applications). Population forecasts use a Hamilton-Perry cohort model calibrated to ABS ERP.
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