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Weight & health statistics for Benowa, QLD

Explore the latest ABS modelled estimates for obesity, overweight, physical activity, waist circumference and other health indicators in Benowa, plus free places to exercise and health professionals nearby.

  • ABS National Health Survey 2022
  • Small-area estimates released April 2026
  • Statistical Area Level 2
24.5%

ABS modelled estimate of adults in Benowa classified as obese.

Adults aged 18 and over. 95% confidence interval 19.4% to 29.7%. 10.1 percentage points below the published Queensland estimate of 34.6%. 7.2 percentage points below the published Australian estimate of 31.7%.

What this statistical area covers

Benowa is an ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) in the Gold Coast region of Queensland, covering about 6.6 square kilometres. An SA2 is a statistical area, not a suburb boundary.

It includes the suburb of Benowa.

Postcode in or overlapping this area: 4217.

National Health Survey 2022

Key health statistics for Benowa

Each figure is an ABS modelled estimate for people living in this statistical area, with the group it counts. Open a card for the definition and the confidence interval.

24.5%

Obesity

Adults classified as obese

ABS modelled estimate. Adults aged 18 and over.

10.1 percentage points below Queensland (34.6%).

About this figure

Measured body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more.

95% confidence interval: 19.4% to 29.7%. Modelled count: 1,878 of 7,650 people in scope.

ABS note: Body Mass Index is derived from measured height and weight. In 2022, 40.8% of respondents aged 18 years and over did not have their height, weight or both measured. For these respondents, imputation was used to obtain height, weight and BMI scores. For more information see Methodology.

Source: ABS National Health Survey 2022, Table 36.3.

32.3%

Overweight

Adults classified as overweight

ABS modelled estimate. Adults aged 18 and over.

1.8 percentage points below Queensland (34.1%).

About this figure

Measured BMI of 25.00 to 29.99. Does not include adults classified as obese.

95% confidence interval: 29.7% to 34.9%. Modelled count: 2,472 of 7,650 people in scope.

ABS note: Body Mass Index is derived from measured height and weight. In 2022, 40.8% of respondents aged 18 years and over did not have their height, weight or both measured. For these respondents, imputation was used to obtain height, weight and BMI scores. For more information see Methodology.

Source: ABS National Health Survey 2022, Table 36.2.

71.9%

Physical activity

Did not meet physical activity guidelines

ABS modelled estimate. People aged 15 and over.

5.3 percentage points below Queensland (77.2%).

About this figure

Did not meet the 2014 physical activity guidelines for their age group in the last week. Workplace activity is not counted.

95% confidence interval: 61.0% to 82.8%. Modelled count: 5,876 of 8,172 people in scope.

ABS note: 2014 Physical activity guidelines are based on Australia’s Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Guidelines and assessed against the respective age group. For more information see Methodology.

ABS note: Physical activity excluding workplace activity refers to exercise which includes walking for transport, walking for fitness, sport or recreation, moderate exercise and/or vigorous exercise undertaken in the last week.

Source: ABS National Health Survey 2022, Table 36.7.

64.0%

Waist circumference

Waist measurement in an increased risk range

ABS modelled estimate. Adults aged 18 and over.

6.3 percentage points below Queensland (70.3%).

About this figure

Measured waist of 94 cm or more for men, or 80 cm or more for women (increased or substantially increased risk).

95% confidence interval: 61.0% to 66.9%. Modelled count: 4,894 of 7,650 people in scope.

ABS note: In 2022, 39.4% of respondents aged 18 years and over did not have their waist measured. For these respondents, imputation was used to obtain waist circumference. For more information see Methodology.

ABS note: A waist circumference of between 94cm and 101cm for males or between 80cm and 87cm for females.

ABS note: A waist circumference of 102 cm or more for males or 88 cm or more for females.

Source: ABS National Health Survey 2022, Table 36.4.

49.8%

Fruit

Met the daily fruit recommendation

ABS modelled estimate. Adults aged 18 and over.

6.6 percentage points above Queensland (43.2%).

About this figure

Usually eats the serves of fruit recommended for their age and sex in the 2013 Australian Dietary Guidelines.

95% confidence interval: 37.7% to 61.9%. Modelled count: 3,807 of 7,650 people in scope.

ABS note: National Health and Medical Research Council's (NHMRC) 2013 Australian Dietary Guidelines recommend a minimum number of serves of fruit and vegetables each day, depending on a person's age and sex, to ensure good nutrition and health. For more information see Methodology.

Source: ABS National Health Survey 2022, Table 36.5.

22.2%

Blood pressure

Measured high blood pressure

ABS modelled estimate. Adults aged 18 and over.

2.2 percentage points above Queensland (20.0%).

About this figure

Measured blood pressure of 140/90 mmHg or higher. Separate from self-reported hypertension.

95% confidence interval: 17.9% to 26.5%. Modelled count: 1,699 of 7,650 people in scope.

ABS note: Measured high blood pressure is separate from self-reported hypertension. In 2022, 39.0% of respondents aged 18 years and over did not have their blood pressure measured. For these respondents, imputation was used to obtain blood pressure. For more information see Methodology.

Source: ABS National Health Survey 2022, Table 36.6.

9.2%

Self-rated health

Rated their own health as fair or poor

ABS modelled estimate. People aged 15 and over.

7.9 percentage points below Queensland (17.1%).

About this figure

Self-assessed health status of fair or poor, from the choices excellent, very good, good, fair and poor.

95% confidence interval: 8.1% to 10.3%. Modelled count: 751 of 8,172 people in scope.

Source: ABS National Health Survey 2022, Table 36.9.

16.0%

Children overweight

Children classified as overweight

ABS modelled estimate. Children aged 2 to 17.

2.3 percentage points below Australia (18.3%).

About this figure

Measured BMI in the overweight range for the child's age and sex. Does not include children classified as obese.

95% confidence interval: 13.6% to 18.5%. Modelled count: 361 of 2,250 people in scope.

ABS note: Body Mass Index is derived from measured height and weight. In 2022, 56.8% of respondents aged 2–17 years did not have their height, weight or both measured. For these respondents, imputation was used to obtain height, weight and BMI scores. For more information see Methodology.

Source: ABS National Health Survey 2022, Table 36.12.

5.4%

Children obese

Children classified as obese

ABS modelled estimate. Children aged 2 to 17.

2.7 percentage points below Australia (8.1%).

About this figure

Measured BMI in the obese range for the child's age and sex.

95% confidence interval: 3.6% to 7.2%. Modelled count: 122 of 2,250 people in scope.

ABS note: Body Mass Index is derived from measured height and weight. In 2022, 56.8% of respondents aged 2–17 years did not have their height, weight or both measured. For these respondents, imputation was used to obtain height, weight and BMI scores. For more information see Methodology.

Source: ABS National Health Survey 2022, Table 36.13.

Show every figure in one table, with confidence intervals
ABS modelled estimates for Benowa, QLD, with published Queensland and Australian survey estimates
IndicatorWho is countedBenowa95% intervalQLDAustralia
Adults classified as obeseAdults 18+24.5%19.4% to 29.7%34.6%31.7%
Adults classified as overweightAdults 18+32.3%29.7% to 34.9%34.1%34.0%
Did not meet physical activity guidelinesPeople 15+71.9%61.0% to 82.8%77.2%77.0%
Waist measurement in an increased risk rangeAdults 18+64.0%61.0% to 66.9%70.3%67.8%
Met the daily fruit recommendationAdults 18+49.8%37.7% to 61.9%43.2%44.1%
Measured high blood pressureAdults 18+22.2%17.9% to 26.5%20.0%23.3%
Rated their own health as fair or poorPeople 15+9.2%8.1% to 10.3%17.1%15.0%
Children classified as overweightChildren 2 to 1716.0%13.6% to 18.5%Not published18.3%
Children classified as obeseChildren 2 to 175.4%3.6% to 7.2%Not published8.1%

Benowa: ABS modelled SA2 estimates. QLD and Australia: published survey estimates from the same survey.

How does Benowa compare?

The modelled estimate for this area beside the published survey estimates for Queensland and Australia. Bars start at zero and share one scale. The marker on the area bar is the 95% confidence interval.

Adults classified as obese

Adults aged 18 and over
BenowaModelled SA2 estimate
24.5%
QueenslandPublished survey estimate
34.6%
AustraliaPublished survey estimate
31.7%

The modelled estimate is 10.1 percentage points below Queensland and 7.2 percentage points below Australia.

Adults classified as overweight

Adults aged 18 and over
BenowaModelled SA2 estimate
32.3%
QueenslandPublished survey estimate
34.1%
AustraliaPublished survey estimate
34.0%

The modelled estimate is 1.8 percentage points below Queensland and 1.7 percentage points below Australia. The published Queensland and Australia figures sit inside this area's confidence interval.

Did not meet physical activity guidelines

People aged 15 and over
BenowaModelled SA2 estimate
71.9%
QueenslandPublished survey estimate
77.2%
AustraliaPublished survey estimate
77.0%

The modelled estimate is 5.3 percentage points below Queensland and 5.1 percentage points below Australia. The published Queensland and Australia figures sit inside this area's confidence interval.

Waist measurement in an increased risk range

Adults aged 18 and over
BenowaModelled SA2 estimate
64.0%
QueenslandPublished survey estimate
70.3%
AustraliaPublished survey estimates, summed
67.8%

The modelled estimate is 6.3 percentage points below Queensland and 3.8 percentage points below Australia.

Met the daily fruit recommendation

Adults aged 18 and over
BenowaModelled SA2 estimate
49.8%
QueenslandPublished survey estimate
43.2%
AustraliaPublished survey estimate
44.1%

The modelled estimate is 6.6 percentage points above Queensland and 5.7 percentage points above Australia. The published Queensland and Australia figures sit inside this area's confidence interval.

Measured high blood pressure

Adults aged 18 and over
BenowaModelled SA2 estimate
22.2%
QueenslandPublished survey estimate
20.0%
AustraliaPublished survey estimate
23.3%

The modelled estimate is 2.2 percentage points above Queensland and 1.1 percentage points below Australia. The published Queensland and Australia figures sit inside this area's confidence interval.

Where a published figure sits inside the area's confidence interval, the difference is within the uncertainty of the modelled estimate. These comparisons do not show why an area differs from its state, and no statistical test has been applied to the differences.

What you can do

Free ways to get active around Benowa

2 free outdoor gyms and fitness stations are recorded inside this statistical area, with more just outside it.

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In this area

In this area

Scenic Park

Council verified

Benowa QLD 4217

  • Fitness station

Equipment details not listed

0.3 km outside this area

Ashmore Outdoor Gym

Council verified

Ashmore QLD 4214

  • Fitness station
  • Calisthenics
  • Parallel bars
  • Multi-station rig
  • Stepper

0.3 km outside this area

Sun Valley Park Outdoor Fitness

Council verified

Ashmore QLD 4214

  • Fitness station

Equipment details not listed

0.4 km outside this area

Ashmore Outdoor Gym

Council verified

Ashmore QLD 4214

  • Fitness station
  • Calisthenics
  • Pull-up bar
  • Parallel bars
  • Sit-up bench
  • +2 more: Stepper, Balance equipment

0.4 km outside this area

Carrara Outdoor Gym

Council verified

Carrara QLD 4211

  • Fitness station
  • Multi-station rig

Other places to exercise in Benowa

Places listed inside this statistical area.

Who can help

Personal trainers and gyms near Benowa

1 listing is located inside this statistical area. Listings outside it show their distance from the boundary.

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In this area

Body Beyond 40

Benowa, QLD

5(25 Google reviews)

  • Women's Fitness
  • Strength & Conditioning
  • Mid-Life Fitness
  • Online training

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0.3 km outside this area

Mogofit

Carrara, QLD

5(7 Google reviews)

  • Strength & Conditioning
  • Functional Training
  • Technique & Movement Quality

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0.9 km outside this area

Fit Mums

Ashmore, QLD

5(10 Google reviews)

  • Post-Natal
  • Women's Fitness
  • Weight Loss
  • Free trial or consultation
  • Online training
  • 7+ years experience
  • Registered Nutritionist

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1.2 km outside this area

Leppan Physiques

Surfers Paradise, QLD

5(141 Google reviews)

  • Physique Development
  • Hypertrophy
  • Body Aesthetics
  • Online training
  • 19+ years experience

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1.2 km outside this area

Next to this area

4.7(108 Google reviews)

  • General Fitness
  • Strength & Conditioning
  • Functional Training
  • Free trial or consultation

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Dietitians near Benowa

No dietitian practice addresses are recorded inside this statistical area. These are the closest ones outside it.

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Next to this area

Mark David Robinson

Mark David Robinson

Health Man Mark (located within Sports Injuries HQ)

Dietitian in Ashmore, QLD
TelehealthMedicareNDIS

Weight management · Overweight and obesity · Sports nutrition · Men's health

“APD Mark Robinson holds a Masters in Nutrition & Dietetics plus degrees in Exercise Science & Psychology. Based in Ashmore QLD, he specialises in personalised eating plans, sports nutrition, and weight management.”

0.1 km outside this area

Julie Maree Albrecht

Julie Albrecht & Associates / Food. Body. Life

Dietitian in BUNDALL, QLD
TelehealthMedicareBariatric

Aged care · Anorexia/eating disorders · Anthropometry · Artificial nutrition support

“Gold Coast APD & Accredited Sports Dietitian offering personalised nutrition for weight management, bariatric surgery, PCOS, diabetes, sports, and more. In-clinic (Bundall) & telehealth. Medicare, DVA & PHF rebates.”

0.1 km outside this area

2.5 km outside this area

Katie Jessica Harris

Katie Jessica Harris

Shape Nutrition

Dietitian in Southport, QLD15 yrs
TelehealthMedicareBariatric

Women's health · Fertility nutrition · Preconception nutrition (male and female) · IVF nutrition

“APD & AN with 15+ yrs experience. Specialises in women's health, fertility, pregnancy, bariatric surgery & weight management. Gold Coast clinic + telehealth. Medicare, DVA & private health accepted.”

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Reference period
2022
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