Elimbah
A 101.18 sq km rural-residential footprint supports 4,290 residents, with 71.7% of homes containing four or more bedrooms and 57.0% financed by a mortgage. Household income sits at the 83rd percentile nationally, while public transport use is only 1.7%, making private-car access more important than in denser Caboolture or Morayfield. The median age of 40 matches the national figure, but a 5.0 percentage-point rise in senior share and a 3.8-point fall in young share point to an aging trajectory. English ancestry leads at 1,882 people, followed by Irish at 454 and Scottish at 447, reinforcing an Anglo-leaning social profile compared with more migrant-diverse regional centres.
Population
4,290
Median Age
40.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$2,183/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
46
Elimbah suits buyers prioritising land and detached family space over apartment convenience. Separate houses account for 97.6% of dwellings, and 71.7% have four or more bedrooms, so the housing form is far more house-oriented than unit-oriented. A typical mortgage payment is $2,000 a month, equal to 21.2% of household income, while rent takes 16.9%; the mortgage burden is higher, although neither flag indicates stress. The 57.0% mortgage tenure share is well above the 32.5% owned-outright share, suggesting many households are still paying down debt. Because a usable median sale price is not established, compare recent sales by land size, condition and access, especially against Caboolture and Morayfield rather than relying on a broad regional headline.
For Buyers
Elimbah suits buyers prioritising land and detached family space over apartment convenience. Separate houses account for 97.6% of dwellings, and 71.7% have four or more bedrooms, so the housing form is far more house-oriented than unit-oriented. A typical mortgage payment is $2,000 a month, equal to 21.2% of household income, while rent takes 16.9%; the mortgage burden is higher, although neither flag indicates stress. The 57.0% mortgage tenure share is well above the 32.5% owned-outright share, suggesting many households are still paying down debt. Because a usable median sale price is not established, compare recent sales by land size, condition and access, especially against Caboolture and Morayfield rather than relying on a broad regional headline.
For Investors
Investor appeal is tied to low rental participation and detached stock rather than a high-density rental base. Only 9.4% of households rent, below the 57.0% paying a mortgage, while weekly rent is $370 and vacancy is 4.3%. That mix can limit the depth of the tenant pool, but the 97.6% separate-house share gives investors a clear family-home product. Development activity reached 45 applications in 12 months, including lot reconfiguration and road, stormwater and earthworks, which may create more competing supply over time. Forecast growth is 1.44% annually with Balanced migration, so returns should be tested against holding costs and vacancy instead of assuming rapid uplift. Without a current median sale price, suburb-wide yield claims are less reliable than address-level calculations.
Development Activity
Total DAs
119
Last 12 Months
46
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
0.0%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Schools in Elimbah
Open-register school locations for education access. This is not a school-quality ranking.
Elimbah State School
Demographics
Elimbah's median age of 40 is level with the national comparison, but household structure is more family-sized: 3.1 people per household, 0.6 above the national figure, and 50.2% of families are couples with children. University attainment is 18.1%, 12.0 percentage points below the national comparison, while 14.5% were born overseas, 7.1 points below nationally. English ancestry counts 1,882, followed by Irish at 454 and Scottish at 447; no religion counts 1,999 compared with 1,964 identifying as Christian. These patterns fit a stable, Anglo-leaning population, reinforced by 79.7% staying at the same address, while the lower overseas and university shares distinguish Elimbah from more diverse Caboolture and Morayfield.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
97.6%
Houses
0.0%
Townhouse
1.6%
Apartment
Tenure
Housing is overwhelmingly detached and debt-supported. Separate houses make up 97.6% of dwellings, four-plus-bedroom homes 71.7%, and apartments only 1.6%, so the stock is more spacious and house-led than an apartment market. Tenure is split between 57.0% mortgages, 32.5% outright ownership and 9.4% renting, a pattern that points to established owners alongside a substantial repayment cohort. The mortgage-to-income ratio is 21.2%, higher than the 16.9% rent-to-income ratio, and both stress flags are false. With no reliable suburb median to anchor a price-to-income calculation, buyers should compare land size, renovation level and recent sales in Elimbah with Caboolture and Morayfield. The 4.3% vacancy rate is a more important investor variable than the low rental share because tenant demand may be less deep than in a higher-rental suburb.
Mortgage / mo
$2,000
Rent / wkiABS Census 2021 median across all dwelling types. Current market rents are typically higher.
$370
Census 2021
HH Size
3.1
Personal Income / wk
$789
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
4.3%
Unoccupied
59
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
16.9%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
21.2%
Community Profile
Ancestry
Household Composition
50.2%
Couples with children
38.8%
Couples, no children
10.5%
Single parent
1,234
Total families
Economy & Employment
Elimbah's economy combines care, building, education and public services. Healthcare leads at 16.6% with 228 workers, followed by Construction at 16.3% and 224, Education at 13.3% and 182, Public Administration at 7.1% and 98, and Manufacturing at 6.0% and 83. Trades are the largest occupation at 372 people, ahead of Professionals at 311, Clerical/Admin at 274, Labourers at 273 and Managers at 266, supporting a mix of practical and knowledge work. Unemployment is 4.7%, participation 66.6% and full-time employment 59.1%. Household income is above the national midpoint at the 83rd percentile, while IEO decile 3 sits below IER decile 10. IRSD decile 6 and IRSAD decile 5 are closer to the middle, indicating economic resources are stronger than education and occupation measures.
Unemployment
4.7%
Labour Force
2,300
Unemployed
108
Source: ABS Census 2021
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
59.1%
Part-time
30.9%
Participation
66.6%
Employed
2,192
Full-time and part-time are shares of the employed. Source: ABS Census 2021
Occupations
Top Industries
University
18.1%
Postgraduate
2.8%
Born Overseas
14.5%
Dwellings
1,315
Transport to Work
Livability here is shaped by space and car access. Elimbah covers 101.18 sq km at 42.4 people per sq km, while 75.5% of workers drive and only 1.7% use public transport; compared with a transit-oriented suburb, errands and school travel are more dependent on a vehicle. Walking or cycling accounts for 2.3%, and 15.9% work from home, which may reduce some commuting pressure. Elimbah State School is a government state school; families should confirm catchment boundaries and transport options for the exact address. A current crime check is sensible before purchase because safety can vary by road and time, and no suburb-wide verdict should replace an address-level review. IRSAD is decile 5 and IRSD decile 6, placing socioeconomic conditions near the middle rather than the top decile.
Drive
75.5%
Public Transport
1.7%
Walk / Cycle
2.3%
Work from Home
15.9%
Population Forecast
+1.44%/yr
(+67 people/yr)
EstablishedElimbah's growth outlook is steady rather than explosive: the forecast annual trend is 1.44%, with migration labelled Balanced. Population change across the wider area is 15.3% over ten years, while gentrification scores 22 and 34 both sit at the Early signs stage, so change is emerging but not yet mature. The Aging trajectory is supported by a 5.0-point rise in senior share, a 3.8-point fall in young share and a 1.4-point fall in working share. Rent growth reached 23.3%, and real income growth was 8.7%; the affordability measure moved from 50.8 in 2011 to 46.9 in 2021, with the trend marked Improving. Compared with a fast-growth, younger corridor, Elimbah's likely appeal is gradual change, balanced migration and an established housing base.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Balanced
Net Overseas / yr
+18
Net Internal / yr
+36
Gentrification Signal
Early signs
Population +22% since 2011, Accelerating: 6% → 15%
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Elimbah compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elimbah a good suburb to live in?
Elimbah can suit households wanting detached space, larger homes and a car-oriented setting. About 97.6% of dwellings are separate houses, 71.7% have four or more bedrooms and household size is 3.1 people, 0.6 above the national figure. The trade-off is limited public transport, used by only 1.7% of residents.
What is the median house price in Elimbah?
Use current settled sales rather than a single headline figure because a dependable suburb median is not established here. The typical mortgage payment is $2,000 per month and weekly rent is $370, but those figures are not substitutes for a purchase benchmark. Compare recent properties by land size, condition and access before setting a budget.
What schools are in Elimbah?
Elimbah State School is the local government school identified for the suburb. Families should confirm the exact catchment, enrolment requirements and travel arrangements before signing a lease or contract. Car use is 75.5%, compared with 1.7% public transport use, so school access may depend heavily on a vehicle.
Is Elimbah safe?
Elimbah does not have a simple suburb-wide safety verdict. The area spans 101.18 sq km with a density of 42.4 people per sq km, so conditions can vary between roads and pockets. Check current Queensland Police information and inspect the address at different times. Car use is 75.5%, compared with 1.7% public transport use, making route access worth reviewing.
Is Elimbah good for property investment?
Elimbah may suit a long-term investor seeking detached family housing, but the tenant base is relatively small: 9.4% of households rent, weekly rent is $370 and vacancy is 4.3%. Development activity reached 45 applications in 12 months, while forecast growth is 1.44% annually with Balanced migration. Renting is lower than mortgage tenure at 57.0%, so calculate yield and holding costs carefully.
How is Elimbah's population changing?
Elimbah's current population is 4,290. The wider-area forecast points to 1.44% annual growth and 15.3% population change over ten years, with migration labelled Balanced. The trajectory is Aging: senior share rose 5.0 percentage points while young share fell 3.8 points. Compared with a younger growth corridor, demand may shift toward established households and accessible services.
What development is happening in Elimbah?
Development activity includes 45 applications over 12 months, covering lot reconfiguration, roadworks, stormwater and earthworks at Elimbah East, plus domestic building works. This points to ongoing land and infrastructure change rather than one isolated project. Buyers should check approvals, servicing, access and site constraints for the exact property.
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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