Woody Point
At a median age of 53, Woody Point residents are 13 years older than the national average, making this one of the most age-skewed suburbs in the Redcliffe peninsula. The household income sits in just the 26.9th percentile nationally, yet 33.4% of residents own their home outright, a higher ownership-without-debt ratio than most comparable affordable markets. The suburb spans only 1.65 km2 at a density of 2,749 people per km2, with a renter share of 41% and an estimated median house price around $439,000, placing it well below state and national medians for coastal suburbs.
Population
4,548
Median Age
53.0
Household IncomeiMedian weekly household income (ABS Census)
$1,227/wk
DAs (12 months)iDevelopment Applications lodged in the past year
35
Median House
$439K
Estimated from rent (2025)
The estimated median house price of $439,000, derived from rent data for 2025, sits below typical QLD coastal suburb medians and reflects the suburb's income profile at the 26.9th percentile nationally. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,733, which translates to a mortgage-to-income ratio of 32.6%, above the 30% stress threshold given household income of $1,227 per week. Separate houses account for 54.5% of stock, with apartments at 33.9% and semi-detached at 11.6%. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 43.0%, followed by two-bedroom at 32.7%, so supply suits downsizers and small households rather than families needing four or more bedrooms, which make up only 17.6% of stock.
For Buyers
The estimated median house price of $439,000, derived from rent data for 2025, sits below typical QLD coastal suburb medians and reflects the suburb's income profile at the 26.9th percentile nationally. Monthly mortgage repayments average $1,733, which translates to a mortgage-to-income ratio of 32.6%, above the 30% stress threshold given household income of $1,227 per week. Separate houses account for 54.5% of stock, with apartments at 33.9% and semi-detached at 11.6%. Three-bedroom homes dominate at 43.0%, followed by two-bedroom at 32.7%, so supply suits downsizers and small households rather than families needing four or more bedrooms, which make up only 17.6% of stock.
For Investors
Woody Point has a 41.0% renter share, higher than the national average, and a weekly rent of $325, giving a gross yield of roughly 3.9% against the $439,000 median. The vacancy rate is elevated at 8.5%, which is above typical healthy levels, suggesting moderate oversupply in the rental market. Development activity is active, with 33 applications lodged in the past 12 months, including multiple-dwelling applications lodged in May 2026. Overseas migration is the primary population driver at a net 98 arrivals annually, compared to net internal migration of only 32, supporting modest but steady rental demand growth from 4,548 current residents.
Development Activity
Total DAs
68
Last 12 Months
35
YoY ChangeiYear-over-year change in DA lodgements
+29.6%
Avg DA CostiAverage estimated cost per DA in the past year
N/A
Monthly DA Lodgements
DA Categories
Demographics
The median age of 53 is 13 years above the national figure, making Woody Point one of the older coastal suburbs in Queensland. The senior population share grew 5.4 points over the decade while the working-age share fell 2.5 points, confirming an aging trajectory. Overseas-born residents stand at 23.3%, which is 1.7 points above the national average. Ancestry is strongly Anglo-Celtic, led by English (2,059), Irish (718) and Scottish (578). Average household size is 2.0, which is 0.5 below the national figure, consistent with a couple-dominant profile where 41.5% of families are couples without children and the population skews retired or near-retired.
Age Distribution
Bedrooms
Dwelling Structure
54.5%
Houses
11.6%
Townhouse
33.9%
Apartment
Tenure
Tenure is split with 33.4% owning outright, 25.6% on mortgages and 41.0% renting. Outright owners outnumbering mortgage holders points to long-held property and an older, debt-free resident base rather than a market driven by new buyers. The stock leans toward separate houses at 54.5%, with 33.9% apartments and 11.6% semi-detached. Three-bedroom homes are the dominant type at 43.0%. The mortgage-to-income ratio of 32.6% exceeds the stress threshold, while rent-to-income sits at 26.5%, below the stress level, meaning renters face less pressure than buyers in this market relative to income. The IRSD and IRSAD deciles of 2 and 3 respectively signal meaningful disadvantage compared to state and national benchmarks.
Mortgage / mo
$1,733
Rent / wk
$325
HH Size
2.0
Personal Income / wk
$716
Vacancy Ratei% of dwellings unoccupied on Census night (ABS 2021)
8.5%
Unoccupied
201
Rent / IncomeiMedian rent as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
26.5%
Mortgage / IncomeiMedian mortgage as % of household income. Over 30% = housing stress
32.6% stressed
Community Profile
Languages Spoken at Home
Ancestry
Household Composition
41.5%
Couples, no children
3,056
Total families
Economy & Employment
Healthcare dominates local employment at 22.5% of workers (299 people), well above the national industry average, followed by Education at 13.4% (178) and Construction at 10.1% (134). Public Administration accounts for 8.2% (109) and Professional/Tech for 6.0% (79). By occupation, Professionals lead with 404 workers, followed by Community/Personal at 284, Clerical/Admin at 283 and Managers at 245. The unemployment rate is 7.4%, above the national average, while the labour force participation rate of 47.1% is low, partly because 1,687 residents are not in the labour force. This reflects the older age profile, with many residents likely retired rather than unemployed. Personal weekly income averages $716.
Unemployment
5.0%
Labour Force
6,352
Unemployed
316
Quarterly Trend
Source: SALM Dec-25
Socio-Economic Indexes (SEIFA)iABS index ranking suburbs from 1 (most disadvantaged) to 10 (most advantaged)
Full-time
62.8%
Part-time
29.8%
Participation
47.1%
Employed
1,747
Occupations
Top Industries
University
26.6%
Postgraduate
6.8%
Born Overseas
23.3%
Dwellings
2,152
Transport to Work
Car dependency is high at 89.8% using private vehicles for commuting, while public transport use is just 2.2%, well below the national average for coastal suburbs. Only 1.9% walk or cycle, reflecting the peninsula geography that limits active transport options. The IRSAD decile of 3 and IRSD decile of 2 rank Woody Point among more disadvantaged suburbs nationally, with household income at the 26.9th percentile confirming limited economic advantage. Volunteering runs at a healthy 14.3% of residents, above many comparable suburbs. The need-for-assistance rate of 7.7% (331 people) is elevated, consistent with the older median age of 53. No schools are recorded within the suburb boundary, so families rely on schools in neighbouring Redcliffe suburbs.
Drive
89.8%
Public Transport
2.2%
Walk / Cycle
1.9%
Work from Home
N/A
Population Forecast
+0.64%/yr
(+81 people/yr)
EstablishedPopulation grew 7.9% over ten years and is trending at 0.64% annually, adding about 81 people per year. Medium forecasts project growth from 12,649 in 2025 to around 13,072 by 2031 for the broader SA2 area. Overseas migration is the primary driver at a net 98 people annually, compared to net internal migration of just 32, which is low for a QLD coastal suburb. The trajectory is aging: the senior share is up 5.4 points over the decade and the young adult share down 2.1 points. Gentrification scores are minimal at 28 out of 100, placing Woody Point at the early signs stage. Affordability improved from 51.0% of income in 2011 to 46.6% in 2021, a positive shift, and rent grew 25.0% over the decade.
Historical + Forecast
Hamilton-Perry + Holt smoothing on ERP 2001-2025
Age Cohort Forecast
Primary Driver
Overseas Migration
Net Overseas / yr
+98
Net Internal / yr
+32
Gentrification Signal
Not gentrifying
National Ranking iPercentile rank among ~15,000 AU suburbs. 90% = higher than 90% of suburbs
How Woody Point compares to ~15,000 Australian suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Woody Point a good suburb to live in?
Woody Point suits retirees and owner-occupiers more than young families. The median age is 53, which is 13 years above the national average, and 33.4% of residents own their homes outright. The IRSAD decile of 3 places it below average nationally on economic advantage, and household incomes sit at the 26.9th percentile.
What is the median house price in Woody Point?
The estimated median house price is $439,000 (derived from rent data, 2025). Weekly rent averages $325, with monthly mortgage repayments around $1,733. The mortgage-to-income ratio of 32.6% is above the 30% stress threshold given the suburb's household income of $1,227 per week.
What schools are in Woody Point?
No schools are recorded within the Woody Point suburb boundary in this dataset. The suburb covers just 1.65 km2 on the Redcliffe peninsula, so families typically rely on nearby schools in Redcliffe and Scarborough. University qualifications are held by 26.6% of residents, which is 3.5 points below the national average.
Is Woody Point safe?
Detailed crime statistics are not available for Woody Point in this dataset. As an indirect measure, the suburb scores IRSD decile 2, placing it in the lower tiers nationally on the relative disadvantage index. Household income at the 26.9th percentile and an unemployment rate of 7.4% are indicators worth considering.
Is Woody Point good for property investment?
Rental demand is supported by a 41.0% renter share and weekly rent of $325, implying a gross yield of about 3.9% against the $439,000 median. The 8.5% vacancy rate is elevated, pointing to some oversupply. Population growth of 0.64% annually is positive, and 33 development applications were lodged in the past 12 months, signalling ongoing activity.
How is Woody Point's population changing?
Population grew 7.9% over ten years and is increasing at about 0.64% annually, adding roughly 81 people per year. Medium forecasts project the broader area reaching around 13,072 residents by 2031. The profile is aging, with the senior share up 5.4 points and the young adult share down 2.1 points over the past decade. Overseas migration of 98 per year is the primary driver.
How much development is happening in Woody Point?
There were 33 development applications lodged in the past 12 months. Recent applications include multiple-dwelling material change of use proposals and operational works for stormwater infrastructure. This level of activity is notable for a 1.65 km2 suburb and suggests medium-density residential development interest from developers.
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 Valuer-General (house prices), Department of Jobs SALM (unemployment), ACARA (school ICSEA), 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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