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Belconnen has an estimated 9,592 residents, up from 8,502 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,090 people, or 12.8%. Growth has averaged 2.8% a year over five years, faster than 79% of areas nationally. 489 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 84.4% of that increase. That puts 2,165 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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AreaSearch evaluations estimate the population of Belconnen at approximately 9,592 as of Aug 2026, marking an expansion of 1,090 residents (12.8%) compared to the 8,502 counted in the 2021 Census. This upward trend incorporates the ABS estimated resident population figure of 9,592 recorded in June 2025 alongside 489 validated new addresses confirmed post-Census. Consequently, population density reaches 2,165 persons per square kilometer, outpacing the typical benchmark across nationwide locations monitored by AreaSearch. Outperforming both the broader state and the SA3 area (4.2%), Belconnen's 12.8% expansion establishes it as an area pacesetter for demographic expansion.
Inbound overseas migration served as the primary growth engine, accounting for roughly 84.4% of total local demographic additions in recent times. Projections developed by ABS/Geoscience Australia released in 2024 (using 2022 as the base year) are incorporated by AreaSearch for every SA2. Where coverage is unavailable, or beyond 2032, age cohort growth models from ACT Government SA2 projections (2022 baseline) are applied. On the back of these demographic forecasts, the district is anticipated to deliver outstanding expansion within the top 10 percent of nationwide statistical territories, expanding by 4,486 persons leading up to 2041 relative to recent annual ERP data, which equates to an aggregate surge of 46.8% across the 16 years.
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1,469 new dwellings have been approved in Belconnen over the past five years, an average of 293 a year. That places the area in the 87th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 31 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 294 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 0% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building approvals in Belconnen have maintained a rhythm of approximately 293 dwellings annually, translating to 1,469 homes across the preceding 5 financial years. Given that only 0.8 people on average have relocated to the locality annually for each residential unit added between FY-22 and FY-26, construction is keeping pace with or exceeding local demand, expanding options for purchasers while creating room for demographic growth beyond standard expectations, with expected residential construction cost averaging $331,000 per dwelling. Furthermore, the local commercial sector exhibits solid momentum with $39.2 million in commercial building permits approved during the current financial year.
Per capita residential construction in Belconnen surpasses the Australian Capital Territory benchmark by 403.0%, ensuring extensive options for prospective buyers. This substantial divergence from nationwide averages underscores robust builder optimism across the precinct. All recent construction activity is concentrated exclusively within attached dwellings. This orientation toward higher-density urban housing creates cost-effective market access and appeals directly to first-home buyers, downsizers, and property investors. With approximately 23 people per approval, Belconnen demonstrates the profile of an emerging urban growth district. Forecasts indicate that Belconnen will add 4,486 residents by 2041 based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release. Maintained at ongoing rates of construction, future residential additions appear well positioned to satisfy demand, generating advantageous buying environments and potentially enabling demographic gains beyond anticipated baseline forecasts.
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AreaSearch tracks 20 current infrastructure and development projects inside Belconnen, worth an estimated $5.21 billion. A further 16 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $16.7 billion. 7 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Major infrastructure developments and local planning initiatives play a decisive role in shaping community progression. AreaSearch has pinpointed 32 projects situated in the vicinity that are anticipated to influence the locality. Notable undertakings include the University of Canberra Sports Precinct, Belconnen Central by JW Land, the Belconnen Renewable Energy Microgrid, and Ethos by Per Se Developments, with further details on prominent projects outlined below.
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University of Canberra Sports Precinct
Major expansion of University of Canberra sports facilities, including the development of Sports Hub 2, new aquatic centre, indoor sports courts, outdoor playing fields, gymnasium upgrades, and athlete training facilities. It focuses on community access programs and elite athlete development.
Ethos Belconnen
Ethos is the second stage of Per Se Developments' Cirrus lakeside precinct at Belconnen. The project comprises 88 premium apartments with ground floor commercial tenancies overlooking Lake Ginninderra. Construction is well advanced with display apartments open and commercial space being marketed ahead of expected completion in 2026.
JWLand Belconnen Lathlain Street Development
Mixed-use precinct at Belconnen Town Centre comprising 435 apartments across buildings of 12 to 18 storeys, a 144-room hotel, ground-floor retail, cafes, restaurants, and commercial office suites. The project sits within the Lathlain Eat Street precinct opposite Westfield Belconnen and adjoins an ACT Government urban park. A podium park and rooftop terrace gardens are planned, with 583 basement car spaces across four levels. A development application was lodged in early 2025.
Belconnen Town Centre Land Release Program
An ACT Government urban renewal initiative transforming the Belconnen Town Centre. The program includes the Lathlain Street precinct, Emu Inlet Waterfront, and the Circus Site. It features a mix of high-density residential units, commercial spaces, and the new 5-star Green Star Belconnen Urban Park. Key private developments by JWLand and others are integrating over 1,200 new dwellings to create a walkable 'modern village' linked to Lake Ginninderra.
Belconnen Community Hub Upgrade
Comprehensive upgrade of existing community facilities including expanded library services, community meeting spaces, youth programs area, seniors center, and childcare facilities. Improved accessibility and technology integration throughout.
Belconnen Town Centre Master Plan & District Strategy
A major urban renewal initiative for the Belconnen Town Centre guided by the Belconnen District Strategy. As of May 2026, the project is in a critical planning and advocacy phase, with community calls for a dedicated Belconnen Renewal Authority to coordinate growth. Key focus areas include the Southern Gateway Corridor planning, the long-term goal of 30,000 new homes territory-wide by 2030, and significant infrastructure upgrades like the Northside Hospital (targeting 2027 construction) and the Belconnen to City Transitway (currently in feasibility study extensions).Improvements to Margaret Timpson Park and the Blue-Green Network remain central to the strategy's liveability goals.
West Belconnen Health Centre
Planned ACT Government community health centre for the growing West Belconnen and Ginninderry region. The facility is intended to provide integrated primary care, specialist outpatient services, allied health, mental health and community health services. As of 2026 the project remains in the planning phase with potential sites under review, land acquisition and concept design progressing ahead of future construction funding.
Belconnen Arts Centre Redevelopment
Modernization of existing arts centre with expanded performance spaces, visual arts galleries, community workshop areas, and improved accessibility. Features flexible venue spaces for theater, music, and community events with enhanced acoustics and lighting.
6,265 residents of Belconnen are employed, from a labour force of 6,599. Unemployment sits at 5.1%, with participation at 75.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 14,215, about 148% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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A well-qualified local labour pool characterizes Belconnen, featuring prominent participation across professional services, an unemployment rate of 5.1%, and steady workplace trends throughout the preceding year. As of March 2026, employed residents total 6,265, while local unemployment sits 1.0% higher than the Australian Capital Territory level of 4.1%, accompanied by standard workforce participation rates (75.3% versus 70.6% across Australian Capital Territory). Census responses indicated that a modest 9.5% of working residents operated from home, though prevailing Covid-19 restrictions provide relevant context. Public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical sectors represent the leading employment fields for residents.
The district demonstrates noticeable employment concentration in accommodation & food, where the proportion of jobs reaches 1.9 times the regional average. Conversely, public administration & safety constitutes 22.1% of local employment, compared against 30.4% across the wider region. Hosting 1.7 workers for every resident as of the Census, the precinct functions as a regional employment centre that generates a jobs surplus and draws commuting staff from surrounding suburbs. AreaSearch assessment of ABS and SALM figures indicates that over the 12-month timeframe, the local workforce grew by 1.1% while total jobs contracted by 0.3%, elevating the unemployment rate by 1.3 percentage points. Across Australian Capital Territory, by contrast, employment expanded by 0.3%, the labour pool increased by 1.1%, and unemployment climbed 0.7 percentage points. National labour demand projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide further context regarding prospective workforce requirements in Belconnen. Evaluated over five- and ten-year horizons against local industry structures, nationwide employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, albeit with notable sectoral variation. Calibrating these national industry trends to Belconnen's employment profile indicates potential workforce gains of 6.7% over five years and 13.6% over ten years (note that this weighting extrapolation serves illustrative purposes and excludes local population dynamics).
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Median household income in Belconnen is $1,776 a week (about $92,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,009 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,620 a year against an average of $70,283. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Recent postcode ATO metrics from financial year 2023 compiled by AreaSearch indicate that personal earnings in the Belconnen SA2 exceed nationwide benchmarks, recording a median of $60,620 and an average of $70,283. Across Australian Capital Territory, comparative earnings reached a median of $72,206 and an average of $85,981. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% recorded since financial year 2023, updated figures stand at approximately $66,949 (median) and $77,621 (average) as of March 2026. In the Census 2021 results, individual income was positioned at the 79th percentile ($1,009 weekly), while household earnings sat at the 51st percentile.
Income segmentation demonstrates that the largest cohort, comprising 43.5% of residents (4,172 people), falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 band, aligning with the regional share of 34.3%. Housing costs exert substantial pressure, leaving 79.6% of income uncommitted (ranking at the 47th percentile), with the local SEIFA income measure situated in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Belconnen had 4,042 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 1% detached houses and 75% apartments. 22% are owned with a mortgage, 66% rented and 12% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $430 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month, a total housing cost higher than 85% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 24.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census, the housing inventory in Belconnen was divided between 0.5% standalone houses and 99.5% other dwellings including apartments and semi-detached properties, contrasting with Australian Capital Territory figures of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Outright home ownership trailed the broader territory at 11.8%, while mortgaged properties accounted for 22.0% and rented accommodations comprised 66.2%. Typical monthly mortgage payments were noticeably lower than territory levels at $1,517 (against $2,080 across Australian Capital Territory), and median weekly rent was $430 (compared to $450 in Australian Capital Territory).
In a national context, Belconnen's mortgage repayments remain well under the Australian benchmark of $1,863, whereas weekly rents stay well above the national level of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Belconnen counted 4,042 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,560 today, averaging 1.9 people each. 11% are couples with children, fewer than in 97% of areas nationally, against 33% couples without children. 39% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the majority of living arrangements at 51.0%, encompassing couples without children (32.6%), couples with children (10.6%), and single parent households (6.1%). Non-family households represent the remaining 49.0% of the market, consisting of lone person residences (39.3%) and group accommodations (9.7%). The typical household size stands at 1.9 people, below the Australian Capital Territory benchmark of 2.5.
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59.2% of adults in Belconnen hold a university qualification, including 32.8% with a bachelor degree and 22.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 9.7% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 757 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,064 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Higher education qualifications in Belconnen outstrip standard regional and national indicators, with 59.2% of individuals aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, versus 30.4% in Australia and 43.8% across the SA3 area. This high concentration of educational credentials provides a solid foundation for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the largest proportion at 32.8%, with postgraduate qualifications at 22.3% and graduate diplomas at 4.1%. Vocational studies account for 18.7% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, divided between certificates (9.7%) and advanced diplomas (9.0%). Educational engagement is substantial across the suburb, with 33.2% of the population enrolled in an educational course.
Broken down by sector, tertiary education accounts for 19.1%, primary education comprises 3.3%, and secondary education represents 1.9% of local residents.
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Public transport in Belconnen reaches 37 stops on 119 routes, timetabled for about 5,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 260 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport networks across Belconnen include 37 active transit stops offering a combination of train and bus connections. A total of 119 transit routes service these locations, generating 5,368 weekly passenger departures. Network proximity is strong, with local residents situated an average of 257 meters from their nearest transit node. Functioning predominantly as a commuter suburb, private vehicles serve as the main travel method at 62%, followed by bus transit at 21% and walking at 12%. Car ownership sits below the territory average at 0.5 vehicles per household, while 9.5% of workers reported working from home in the 2021 Census, subject to prevailing COVID-19 settings.
Transit services maintain an overall frequency of 766 daily trips across the transit network, translating to roughly 145 departures weekly per individual station or stop.
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75.2% of residents in Belconnen report no long-term health condition. 3.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health assessments show generally favorable metrics for Belconnen, with AreaSearch evaluations of mortality and health profiles matching broader national patterns. While typical health issues remain uncommon across the broader community, rates increase among senior, vulnerable groups, and private health insurance coverage marginally exceeds typical SA2 levels at roughly 54% of the population (~5,170 people), compared to 62.4% throughout Australian Capital Territory. Mental health conditions (10.1%) and asthma (6.9%) represent the most prevalent diagnosed medical concerns locally, while 75.2% of the populace reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 70.2% across Australian Capital Territory.
Working-age cohorts display strong general wellness with low rates of ongoing illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 9.4% of the community (897 people), below the 14.2% registered across Australian Capital Territory. Health indicators for older residents display specific challenges, positioned below nationwide standards relative to the wider local demographic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
52.7% of Belconnen residents were born overseas and 48.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (17.6%) and Australian (15.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Belconnen is among the highest in Australia, with 52.7% of residents born abroad and 48.8% communicating in a language other than English at home. Christianity forms the largest religious affiliation, representing 28.2% of the local population. Hinduism displays significant local prominence at 10.7%, noticeably higher than the Australian Capital Territory proportion of 4.8%. Regarding ancestral background based on parental birthplace, the three principal groups identified in Belconnen are Other at 19.7% (compared to 12.2% across the wider region), English at 17.6% (versus 23.3% regionally), and Australian at 15.8% (against 23.0% regionally).
Additional distinct demographic concentrations include residents of Chinese ancestry at 12.2% (against 4.2% regionally), Korean ancestry at 1.5% (versus 0.6% regionally), and Spanish background at 0.7% (compared to 0.5% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Belconnen is 30, younger than 97% of areas nationally. 55.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The demographic structure of Belconnen leans heavily toward childless young adults. Updated assessments to August 2026 indicate that 50.3% of the community falls into the young to middle-aged adult bracket (25 - 44), compared to 32.8% throughout Australian Capital Territory, while mature adults and early retirees (45 - 64) represent 11.6% against a regional share of 21.5%. Consequently, the median age is estimated at 30, matching the 2021 Census figure and sitting 5 years below the Australian Capital Territory median of 35 from that Census, as well as below the national median of 38.
The most significant shift since the Census occurred in the youth cohort (0 - 24), expanding from 27.0% to an estimated 28.7%. Leading into 2041, the largest numerical influx is expected within the 25 - 44 bracket, growing by 1,951 residents (40%) to reach 6,779, while senior cohorts (65+) are forecast to register the fastest relative growth, rising 81% to 1,622 residents.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Belconnen
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month all 20 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 489 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (8,502 at the 2021 Census → 9,592 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (801011002). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.