Bonogin
A 98.7% separate-house share, 79.6% four-bedroom-plus homes and household income at the 94.6th percentile make Bonogin a high-income, mortgage-led Gold Coast suburb. Its 4,896 residents have a median age of 40, matching the national median, while average household size is 3.3, or 0.8 above national. Compared with nearby Robina, Bonogin leans more toward large detached homes and private-car living, with 72.6% driving to work. The 63.7% mortgage tenure share and 20.6% mortgage-to-income ratio point to established family ownership because rental participation is only 6.6%.
Population
4,896
Median Age
40.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,680/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
9
Bonogin suits buyers seeking space and a long holding period: 98.7% of dwellings are separate houses and 79.6% have 4 or more bedrooms, while only 0.8% are apartments. A reliable current median house price is unavailable, so affordability should be tested against comparable sales, the $2,392 monthly mortgage figure and household income of $2,680 a week. Mortgage commitments equal 20.6% of income, below the local rent-to-income figure of 23.5%, although 63.7% of households carry a mortgage. Compared with apartment-oriented Robina, the trade-off is more land and privacy for greater reliance on a car, as 72.6% drive to work.
For Buyers
Bonogin suits buyers seeking space and a long holding period: 98.7% of dwellings are separate houses and 79.6% have 4 or more bedrooms, while only 0.8% are apartments. A reliable current median house price is unavailable, so affordability should be tested against comparable sales, the $2,392 monthly mortgage figure and household income of $2,680 a week. Mortgage commitments equal 20.6% of income, below the local rent-to-income figure of 23.5%, although 63.7% of households carry a mortgage. Compared with apartment-oriented Robina, the trade-off is more land and privacy for greater reliance on a car, as 72.6% drive to work.
For Investors
Bonogin presents a niche investment profile centred on detached family housing rather than a large rental pool. The 6.6% renting share is below the 63.7% mortgage share, so the tenant base is smaller than in a rental-heavy suburb, which can support demand for well-presented family homes but narrow leasing depth. Weekly rent is $630 and vacancy is 2.5%, while rent growth across the recent cycle is 26.6%. Eight development matters in 12 months indicate some activity, though not a large pipeline. Overseas migration is the primary growth driver, so investors should compare purchase costs carefully because no reliable median house price is available.
Development Activity
Total DAs
10
Last 12 Months
9
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+800.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
Bonogin's median age of 40 matches the national figure, but its household structure is more family weighted: couples with children account for 61.0% of families, average household size is 3.3, and that is 0.8 above national. University attainment is 33.6%, or 3.5 percentage points above national, while the overseas-born share is 25.7%, 4.1 points above national. English ancestry is recorded for 2,263 people, followed by Scottish at 554 and Irish at 526. Christianity accounts for 2,313 residents and no religion for 2,166. With 81.8% staying at the same address, Bonogin appears more settled than a highly transient area, which supports stable school and family-service demand.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
98.7%
Houses
0.3%
Townhouse
0.8%
Apartment
Tenure
Bonogin's housing stock is overwhelmingly detached and family sized: separate houses account for 98.7% of dwellings, 4 or more bedrooms account for 79.6%, and apartments represent only 0.8%. Tenure is concentrated among owners with debt, at 63.7% mortgage, while 29.1% own outright and just 6.6% rent. Compared with nearby Robina, this points to a stronger preference for land and large homes over apartment convenience. Weekly rent is $630 and vacancy is 2.5%, but a current median house price is not available, so buyers should rely on recent sales of comparable detached properties. The 20.6% mortgage-to-income ratio and false mortgage-stress flag indicate that repayment pressure is not currently dominant.
Mortgage / mo
$2,392
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $630.
$950
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $950
HH Size
3.3
Personal Income / wk
$844
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
2.5%
Unoccupied
37
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
23.5%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
20.6%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
61.0%
Couples with children
31.2%
Couples, no children
7.8%
Single parent
1,376
Total families
Economy & Employment
Bonogin's employment base is led by healthcare at 17.4% and 307 workers, education at 15.2% and 269, construction at 13.1% and 231, professional and technical services at 9.5% and 168, and retail at 7.6% and 134. The leading occupations are professionals with 619 people, trades with 408, and managers with 383. Labour-force participation is 70.0%, unemployment is 3.9%, and 1,389 workers are employed full time. Household income sits at the 94.6th percentile, helping explain the strong IER decile of 9. That result is higher than the IEO decile of 7 and IRSAD decile of 7, while the IRSD decile is 8, suggesting economic resources are especially strong compared with broader education, occupation and disadvantage measures.
Unemployment
3.9%
Labour Force
2,659
Unemployed
103
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
54.3%
Part-time
36.5%
Participation
70.0%
Employed
2,556
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
33.6%
Postgraduate
8.3%
Born Overseas
25.7%
Dwellings
1,429
Transport to Work
Bonogin is practical for households comfortable with car-based routines across a 39.37 square kilometre area. Car-driver travel accounts for 72.6%, far higher than public transport at 0.7% or walking and cycling at 0.7%; the 22.1% work-from-home share may reduce some weekday commuting because local trips are less frequent. Families should check how many schools are reachable from the exact address, along with state, Catholic and independent sector options, school type, travel times and enrolment zones. The IRSAD decile of 7 indicates above-average relative advantage, while the 3.8% need-assistance rate suggests most households do not require formal daily support. Compared with denser Gold Coast locations, space comes with less transit choice.
Drive
72.6%
Public Transport
0.7%
Walk / Cycle
0.7%
Work from Home
22.1%
Population Forecast
+1.04%/yr
(+217 people/yr)
EstablishedBonogin's wider-area growth trend is 1.04% annually, which is positive compared with a flat trajectory, and overseas migration is the primary driver. Population change across the wider area is 12.4% over 10 years, while the demographic shift is labelled Aging: the senior share has increased by 4.3 percentage points and the young share has fallen by 1.4 points. Gentrification remains at the Early signs stage, with a score of 20, alongside a separate shift score of 27. Rent growth of 26.6% indicates rising housing demand, but the aging pattern means future appeal is likely to depend more on established family households and downsizer demand than on a rapidly expanding young population.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+166
Net Internal / yr
-38
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +15% since 2011, Accelerating: 5% → 10%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Bonogin compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bonogin a good suburb to live in?
Bonogin can suit households wanting large homes, with 98.7% separate houses and 79.6% containing 4 or more bedrooms. The trade-off is a car-led routine: 72.6% drive to work and only 0.7% use public transport, so daily convenience depends on the exact address and nearby services. Compared with Robina, it generally prioritises space over apartment-style access.
What is the median house price in Bonogin?
A reliable current median house price is unavailable for Bonogin. Use the $630 weekly rent only as a rental reference, not a purchase valuation, and compare recent settled sales for similar 4-plus-bedroom homes. The 98.7% separate-house share means like-for-like comparisons should focus on detached properties rather than apartments.
What schools are in Bonogin?
School choices depend on the exact address and enrolment zone. Check nearby state, Catholic and independent options, school type, travel time and current capacity before committing. Bonogin's 72.6% car-driver share means school runs may be easier by car than public transport, which is used by 0.7% of workers. Confirm catchments directly because they can cross suburb boundaries.
Is Bonogin safe?
Use the latest Queensland Police crime information and compare local conditions before deciding. Bonogin has 4,896 residents across 39.37 square kilometres, but those figures do not replace a street-level assessment. Visit the property at different times, check lighting and traffic, and speak with local residents before making a safety judgement.
Is Bonogin good for property investment?
Bonogin may suit a long-term investor targeting detached family housing, but the small rental sector matters. Weekly rent is $630, vacancy is 2.5%, and only 6.6% of households rent, compared with 63.7% paying a mortgage. Growth is running at 1.04% annually across the wider area, while overseas migration is the primary driver. Check purchase costs carefully because no reliable median house price is available.
How is Bonogin's population changing?
Population change across the wider area is forecast at 12.4% over 10 years, with annual growth of 1.04% and overseas migration as the primary driver. Bonogin is on an Aging trajectory: the senior share has risen 4.3 percentage points while the young share has fallen 1.4 points. Gentrification is rated Early signs, with a score of 20, so change appears gradual rather than a sudden reset.
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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