Boyne Island
A 10.4% vacancy rate is the standout feature of Boyne Island, suggesting more available housing than many established markets. The suburb has 4,835 residents, a median age of 37 that is 3 years below the national figure, and household income at the 67.5th percentile. Its 87.9% separate-house share and industry-linked workforce give it a more practical, family-oriented profile than nearby Tannum Sands, while the 32.7% renting share supports a mix of owners and tenants.
Population
4,835
Median Age
37.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,870/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
0
Boyne Island suits buyers seeking detached housing, with 87.9% of dwellings separate houses and 48.8% containing 4 or more bedrooms. A typical mortgage payment is listed at $1,733 per month, while household mortgage commitments equal 21.4% of income, indicating less pressure than heavily leveraged markets. Household income ranks at the 67.5th percentile nationally, which is above the national median and helps explain the suburb's mortgage-belt profile. A reliable median house price is not available, so buyers should compare current sales by land size, condition and bedroom count.
For Buyers
Boyne Island suits buyers seeking detached housing, with 87.9% of dwellings separate houses and 48.8% containing 4 or more bedrooms. A typical mortgage payment is listed at $1,733 per month, while household mortgage commitments equal 21.4% of income, indicating less pressure than heavily leveraged markets. Household income ranks at the 67.5th percentile nationally, which is above the national median and helps explain the suburb's mortgage-belt profile. A reliable median house price is not available, so buyers should compare current sales by land size, condition and bedroom count.
For Investors
The rental picture is mixed. Weekly rent is $310, below the listed monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 when comparing the different payment periods, while 32.7% of households rent. Vacancy is 10.4%, higher than in tightly supplied rental markets, which can lengthen leasing periods and reduce short-term pricing power. Development activity recorded 0 projects in the past 12 months, limiting immediate new-supply pressure but also signalling little construction momentum. Migration is described as Balanced, so an investment case depends more on local employment and tenant selection than on a strong migration surge.
Development Activity
Total DAs
14
Last 12 Months
0
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
—
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
Schools in Boyne Island
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Boyne Island State School
Demographics
Boyne Island has a median age of 37, which is 3 years below the national figure, but its trajectory is ageing as the senior share has risen by 5.8 percentage points. University attainment is 17.1%, 13 percentage points below the national level, while the overseas-born share is 13.9%, 7.7 points below nationally. English ancestry is most common at 2,051 people, ahead of Scottish ancestry at 518 and Irish ancestry at 474. Unlike nearby Tannum Sands, Boyne Island's profile is closely tied to established households, trades and industrial employment, helping explain its relatively settled social character.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
87.9%
Houses
1.6%
Townhouse
6.5%
Apartment
Tenure
Housing is strongly detached and family-sized: 87.9% of dwellings are separate houses, compared with 6.5% apartments and 1.6% semi-detached homes. Larger properties dominate, with 48.8% having 4 or more bedrooms versus 41.0% with 3 bedrooms. Ownership is split between 26.4% owning outright, 40.0% with a mortgage and 32.7% renting, so mortgaged households are higher than renters. Weekly rent is $310, and rent accounts for 16.6% of household income. Compared with nearby Tannum Sands, buyers should focus on detached-house condition, block size and transport access because dwelling type is a major part of the local housing choice.
Mortgage / mo
$1,733
Rent / wkiMedian weekly rent for new bonds (Jun 2026 quarter), QLD RTA bond data. Census 2021 median: $310.
$510
Bond data Jun 2026 quarter · houses $510 · units $400
HH Size
2.5
Personal Income / wk
$829
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
10.4%
Unoccupied
204
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
16.6%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.4%
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
42.4%
Couples with children
40.5%
Couples, no children
16.2%
Single parent
1,317
Total families
Economy & Employment
Manufacturing is Boyne Island's largest industry at 20.5%, or 300 workers, ahead of healthcare at 13.7% and education at 12.6%. Construction accounts for 11.6%, while transport contributes 6.4%, creating a work base linked to industrial, essential-service and trade activity. Trades are the largest occupation group at 488 people, followed by professionals at 354 and machinery or drivers at 290. Unemployment is 5.7% across a labour force of 2,405, while participation is 64.7%. The IEO decile of 3 is below the IER decile of 6, an uneven result that reflects stronger income resources than educational and occupational outcomes.
Unemployment
5.7%
Labour Force
2,405
Unemployed
137
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
63.1%
Part-time
29.5%
Participation
64.7%
Employed
2,268
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
17.1%
Postgraduate
2.7%
Born Overseas
13.9%
Dwellings
1,767
Transport to Work
Boyne Island is highly car dependent: 85.5% of residents drive to work, compared with only 0.8% using public transport and 2.4% walking or cycling. This makes car access important because daily travel options are much higher by road than by transit. One local state school is identified, so families should check enrolment zones against the exact address. The IRSAD decile is 4, below the IER decile of 6, indicating mixed socioeconomic conditions rather than uniformly high advantage. A current street-level safety check is advisable because no suburb crime rate is available here. Volunteering is 18.3%, supporting local participation.
Drive
85.5%
Public Transport
0.8%
Walk / Cycle
2.4%
Work from Home
6.2%
Population Forecast
+0.77%/yr
(+83 people/yr)
EstablishedGrowth across the wider area is measured at 0.77% annually, a modest pace compared with high-growth corridors. The forecast describes migration as Balanced and population change over 10 years as 4.2%, pointing to steady rather than rapid expansion. The trajectory is Aging, supported by a 5.8 percentage-point rise in the senior share and a 1.7-point fall in the young share. Rent growth is down 18.9%, while the gentrification score is 0 and the stage is Not gentrifying. These signals point to an established market where demographic change, industrial stability and affordability matter more than redevelopment speculation.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Balanced
Net Overseas / yr
+56
Net Internal / yr
+38
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Boyne Island compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Boyne Island a good suburb to live in?
Boyne Island can suit households wanting detached housing, established services and access to industrial employment. It has 4,835 residents, a median age of 37 and an 87.9% separate-house share. Public transport is limited at 0.8%, so it is better suited to residents with cars than to those seeking transit-led living.
What is the median house price in Boyne Island?
A reliable median house price cannot be stated from current local figures. The housing mix is family oriented, with 41.0% of homes having 3 bedrooms and 48.8% having 4 or more, compared with 6.5% apartments. Buyers should compare recent sales by land size, condition and bedroom count rather than rely on an incomplete median.
What schools are in Boyne Island?
Boyne Island State School is the named local school, making 1 state-school option identified within the suburb. Families should confirm the exact catchment and enrolment requirements for an address. Because 85.5% of residents drive while only 0.8% use public transport, school travel is likely to be easier by car than by transit.
Is Boyne Island safe?
A definitive safety rating cannot be given without a current suburb crime rate, so check Queensland Police updates and the exact street before deciding. Boyne Island has 4,835 residents and a 25.2% annual household turnover rate, meaning local conditions can vary between streets and over time. Inspecting the area at different times is sensible.
Is Boyne Island good for property investment?
It may suit a cautious, yield-focused strategy, but vacancy is a risk. Weekly rent is $310 and the vacancy rate is 10.4%, higher than tightly supplied markets. Renting accounts for 32.7% of households, while development activity was 0 projects in the past 12 months. Local manufacturing, healthcare and construction employment provide a base, but balanced migration limits the growth case.
How is Boyne Island's population changing?
Boyne Island has 4,835 residents today, while the wider-area trend points to 0.77% annual growth and 4.2% population change over 10 years. The trajectory is Aging: the senior share has increased by 5.8 percentage points and the young share has fallen by 1.7 points. Growth is therefore steadier and older than a rapidly expanding corridor.
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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