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Bruce has an estimated 8,119 residents, up from 7,520 at the 2021 Census — a change of 599 people, or 8.0%. Growth has averaged 1.1% a year over five years. 184 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 94.3% of that increase. That puts 1,400 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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According to research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident count in Bruce stands at approximately 8,119 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 599 people (8.0%) relative to the 7,520 people enumerated during the 2021 Census. Such movement is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population figure of 8,119 alongside 184 validated new addresses added post-Census. Consequently, population density is estimated at 1,399 persons per square kilometer, placing it above the national benchmark across AreaSearch study locations. Moreover, the local 8.0% expansion rate outpaced the broader SA3 area (4.2%), establishing Bruce as a regional growth leader.
Inbound overseas migration was the central driver of these gains, accounting for roughly 94.3% of net population additions in recent times. Projections compiled by AreaSearch incorporate SA2 modeling from ABS/Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. Where SA2 coverage is unavailable, or for periods extending past 2032, ACT Government SA2 age cohort growth projections based on 2022 are utilized. Forward-looking indicators position Bruce within the upper quartile of statistical divisions nationally, with demographic projections indicating an addition of 2,513 persons through to 2041 according to recent annual ERP metrics, equating to a 30.9% cumulative rise over the 16 years.
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139 new dwellings have been approved in Bruce over the past five years, an average of 27 a year. That is 3.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 27 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 Bruce have tracked at roughly 27 new homes per year, totaling 139 homes over the recent 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Demand remains solid, with the area adding an average of 3 new residents annually for each home constructed over the last 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), while the mean anticipated construction cost per dwelling stands at $355,000. Additionally, non-residential activity has been considerable, marked by $28.4 million in commercial development approvals recorded during the current financial year. Per capita building approvals in Bruce run at roughly 59% of the Australian Capital Territory average, ranking in the 2nd percentile among assessed markets across the country and creating tighter buyer availability that bolsters demand for established stock.
Furthermore, recent development has consisted entirely of medium-to-high density formats such as townhouses and apartments. This shift toward compact living delivers affordable pathways for first-home buyers, downsizers, and property investors. It also marks a departure from historical housing compositions (where standalone houses account for 21.0%), highlighting constrained land pipelines alongside rising demand for diverse residential formats. According to the latest quarterly forecasts from AreaSearch, Bruce is slated to expand by 2,513 residents by 2041. Should current construction volumes persist, newly added residential stock could struggle to satisfy population growth, potentially intensifying competition among purchasers and sustaining upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 16 current infrastructure and development projects inside Bruce, worth an estimated $12.5 billion. A further 43 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $18.9 billion. 14 are already under construction and 23 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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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Strategic planning policies, major civil works, and infrastructure investments play a defining role in shaping local urban outcomes. AreaSearch has pinpointed 35 active projects likely to influence the district. Prominent undertakings include the New Northside Hospital (North Canberra Hospital Redevelopment), AIS Podium Project, Bruce Precinct (Section 15), and the Radford College Master Plan Implementation, alongside other key developments outlined below.
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AIS Podium Project
A 249.7 million dollar redevelopment of the Australian Institute of Sport campus to modernize infrastructure for the Brisbane 2032 Games. The project includes a new High Performance Testing and Training Centre, a multi-sport indoor dome, and a 200-bed accessible athlete residence. As of May 2026, the project is in a critical planning and procurement phase with major works tenders closing this month and demolition of the original 1985 Athletes Village scheduled for June 2026.
New Northside Hospital
The ACT Government is developing the New Northside Hospital on the existing North Canberra Hospital campus in Bruce to replace the ageing Calvary Public Hospital infrastructure. The project encompasses a state-of-the-art main acute services building, expanded emergency department, expanded mental health facility, a 600-space multi-storey car park, and upgraded site services. Multiplex was appointed as the Early Contractor Involvement delivery partner, with early works progressing ahead of expected completion by 2031.
Bruce Sporting Complex Upgrade
Progressive upgrade of sporting facilities in Bruce including playing fields, lighting, pavilions, changerooms and supporting infrastructure. The works form part of the ACT Government's ongoing sportsground improvement program to improve community and competition sporting facilities.
Radford College Master Plan Implementation
Ongoing implementation of the Radford College Master Plan at the Bruce campus. Major recent works include the completed Collegians Centre (multi-purpose hall) and the Boorer Family Cricket Centre. As of mid-2025 the College Board confirmed the final stage of works was progressing, comprising the completion of the school ovals, presentation upgrades to the Haydon Drive and College Street boundaries, a new Foundation Walk, and a feature pedestrian entrance and path linking College Street to the Collegians Centre with shelter, seating, lighting and an avenue of trees.The College anticipated the design becoming visible by the end of Term 3 2025 following earthworks and landscaping across multiple worksites.
New Northside Hospital (North Canberra Hospital Redevelopment)
The New Northside Hospital is a landmark $1+ billion health infrastructure project delivering a modern acute hospital campus to replace aging facilities at North Canberra Hospital in Bruce. The project delivers a new state-of-the-art seven-storey clinical services building featuring over 200 acute inpatient beds, 14 intensive care beds, 8 modern operating theatres, expanded emergency facilities, and multi-deck parking. Delivered by Major Projects Canberra for Canberra Health Services with early site works commencing in mid-2026, the new hospital is slated for completion in 2032.
Bruce Precinct
A masterplanned mixed-use urban precinct and residential land release located centrally in Bruce. Aligning with the Bruce Sports, Health and Education Precinct masterplan, it aims to deliver 250-500 new dwellings alongside commercial, hospitality, innovation hubs, and retail opportunities.
Bruce Precinct (Section 15)
A masterplanned mixed-use urban precinct and residential land release located centrally in Bruce, adjacent to the AIS and Bruce Ridge Nature Reserve. The project aligns with the Bruce Sports, Health and Education Precinct masterplan, delivering approximately 250-500 new dwellings, including affordable housing options, alongside commercial, hospitality, and retail opportunities.
Canberra Light Rail Stage 3: Belconnen to City
Long-term ACT Government planning for a future light rail connection between Belconnen Town Centre and the City via the Bruce precinct. Current work is centred on the Belconnen to City transitway and corridor planning, including bus priority and preservation of the corridor for a future light rail stage serving the University of Canberra, North Canberra Hospital, CIT Bruce and nearby sport and employment destinations. The immediate light rail program remains focused on Stage 2A to Commonwealth Park and Stage 2B to Woden.
5,401 residents of Bruce are employed, from a labour force of 5,551. Unemployment sits at 2.7%, with participation at 75.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 9,552, about 118% 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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The local labour market in Bruce is characterized by high educational attainment, strong employment representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.7%, and an estimated 1.2% uptick in jobs over the previous twelve months. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 5,401, with the local unemployment rate sitting 1.3% below the Australian Capital Territory figure of 4.1%. Meanwhile, the labour force participation rate stood at 75.5%, outperforming the Australian Capital Territory mark of 70.6%. Census figures indicated that a modest 10.2% of workers were based at home, though broader Covid-19 restrictions at the time should be factored into historical comparisons.
Resident employment is primarily concentrated across public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services. Accommodation & food services shows notable local specialization, generating a job share that is 1.6 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, public administration & safety constitutes 24.0% of local employment compared to 30.4% regionally. Given that there was 1.0 local worker for every resident at the Census, Bruce operates as an employment center that imports workers from surrounding districts. AreaSearch evaluated SALM and ABS figures to show that between the year to March 2026, employment rose by 1.2% while the labour force grew by 1.3%, with unemployment staying virtually the same. In contrast, the Australian Capital Territory experienced a 0.3% increase in employment, a 1.1% expansion in the labour force, and a 0.7 percentage point rise in unemployment. For additional context on future job demand in Bruce, Jobs and Skills Australia provided national employment forecasts dated Mar-26. These forecasts span five and ten year periods and were aligned with Bruce's current employment structure to project growth trends. The national outlook indicates a 6.6% employment growth over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though sector specific rates vary widely. When these sectoral rates are applied to Bruce's workforce composition, the area is expected to see a 6.6% employment increase over five years and a 13.4% increase over ten years. This calculation represents a basic weighting extrapolation for illustrative use only and does not incorporate localized population forecasts.
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Median household income in Bruce is $2,266 a week (about $118,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,027 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $61,701 a year against an average of $71,537. 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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ATO taxation statistics for financial year 2023 published at postcode level indicate that Bruce SA2 taxpayers recorded a median income of $61,701 and a mean income of $71,537. While exceeding nationwide benchmarks, this compares to an Australian Capital Territory median of $72,206 and an average of $85,981. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures around $68,143 (median) and $79,005 (average) as of March 2026. Across Census 2021 metrics, local personal, family, and household earnings situated the area between the 81st and 81st percentiles nationally.
Around 38.7% of local earners (3,142 individuals) fell into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly band, mirroring the 34.3% regional proportion. Affluence is further evidenced by 34.6% of individuals earning more than $3,000 weekly, which underpins local retail and consumer services. Housing expenditures absorb 14.8% of income, while overall earnings place the community in the 82nd percentile for disposable income and the 8th decile under SEIFA income rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bruce had 2,679 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 21% detached houses and 34% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 52% rented and 20% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $430 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month, a total housing cost higher than 77% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 17.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the latest Census, the residential landscape in Bruce was divided into 20.7% separate houses and 79.3% attached or multi-unit dwellings (encompassing semi-detached properties, apartments, and other configurations), contrasting with 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings across Australian Capital Territory. Rates of outright home ownership stood at 20.0%, trailing the broader territory, with remaining dwellings occupied under a mortgage (28.4%) or rented (51.6%). Median monthly mortgage repayments were $1,733, lower than the Australian Capital Territory median of $2,080, while median weekly rent was $430 compared to $450 across the territory.
Relative to nationwide benchmarks, monthly mortgage obligations in Bruce were below the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rental costs sat above the national level of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bruce counted 2,679 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,892 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 19% are couples with children, fewer than in 89% of areas nationally, against 32% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the majority of domestic living arrangements in Bruce, representing 59.4% of all households. This group consists of couples without children (31.8%), couples with children (19.3%), and one-parent families (6.3%). Non-family arrangements make up the remaining 40.6%, divided between single-person households at 30.2% and shared group homes at 10.4%. The average household size stands at 2.3 people, tracking slightly below the Australian Capital Territory figure of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
55.6% of adults in Bruce hold a university qualification, including 30.7% with a bachelor degree and 20.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 94% of areas nationally. A further 9.6% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 2,085 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,203 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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Attainment levels among Bruce residents aged 15+ are elevated, with 55.6% holding tertiary qualifications compared to 30.4% nationally and 43.8% across the SA3 area. Among those aged 15 and over, bachelor degrees form the largest cohort at 30.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 20.1% and graduate diplomas at 4.8%. Vocational education represents 17.5% of qualifications within the 15+ population, consisting of advanced diplomas (7.9%) and certificates (9.6%). Participation in formal learning is extensive across the suburb, with 41.1% of the population enrolled in educational programs. This comprises 26.0% undertaking tertiary studies, 4.9% attending primary schooling, and 3.5% engaged in secondary education.
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Public transport in Bruce reaches 47 stops on 187 routes, timetabled for about 9,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 250 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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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Commuter networks in Bruce encompass 47 operational transport stops servicing train and buses connections across 187 dedicated routes, delivering 9,108 weekly passenger trips. Stop accessibility is favorable, with residents situated an average of 251 meters from their closest boarding point. Commuters predominantly travel outside the area for employment, with private motor vehicles accounting for 73% of trips, bus transit comprising 16%, and walking representing 5%. Vehicle availability averages 1.1 per dwelling, trailing the territory benchmark. In addition, 10.2% of workers were recorded working from home at the 2021 Census, which may reflect the pandemic conditions of the period.
Transit services maintain an average volume of 1,301 trips per day across the collective network, generating roughly 193 weekly departures per transit stop.
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72.7% of residents in Bruce report no long-term health condition. 4.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.8 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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Assessments by AreaSearch regarding mortality and chronic disease indicators highlight notable health challenges within Bruce, with common medical conditions present across youth and older cohorts. Private health insurance participation is relatively substantial, covering roughly 55% of residents (~4,457 people), compared to 62.4% throughout Australian Capital Territory. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent reported ailments, diagnosed in 7.7% and 10.3 of residents respectively, though 72.7% of the populace reported no chronic health issues compared to 70.2% across Australian Capital Territory. Working-age cohorts exhibit positive wellness indicators with limited chronic disease.
Residents aged 65 and over account for 10.8% of the community (877 people), lower than the 14.2% territory share, with health metrics for seniors broadly aligning with wider national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
40.0% of Bruce residents were born overseas and 34.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 82% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (21.2%) and Australian (20.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Bruce displays strong cultural diversity, evidenced by 40.0% of the populace being born overseas and 34.9% speaking a language other than English in the home. Christianity represents the most common religious affiliation at 34.8% of residents. A distinct demographic feature is the presence of Hinduism, which encompasses 7.9% of the population compared to 4.8% across Australian Capital Territory. Evaluating parental country of birth, the primary ancestries identified in Bruce are English (21.2%), Australian (20.1%), and Other (15.4%). Additionally, specific cultural communities show higher concentrations than seen regionally, including Chinese ancestry at 8.2% (against 4.2% across the territory), Vietnamese at 1.5% (against 1.0%), and Sri Lankan at 0.6% (against 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bruce is 28, younger than 98% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 54.6% 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 age distribution in Bruce is heavily weighted toward childless young adults. As of updated estimates to August 2026, children and young adults (0 - 24) comprise 37.7% of the population, compared to 31.4% across Australian Capital Territory, while mature adults and early retirees (45 - 64) represent 13.1% versus 21.5% across the territory. As at August 2026, the estimated median age is 28, dropping from 29 at the 2021 Census, which sits 7 years younger than the Australian Capital Territory median of 35 and well below the national median of 38 recorded at that Census.
The 0 - 24 cohort expanded from 35.8% at the Census to an estimated 37.7% currently. Looking toward 2041, children and young adults are forecast to generate the bulk of numerical expansion, adding 841 residents (27%) to reach 3,901. In percentage terms, senior cohorts (65+) are projected to experience the fastest rise, climbing 56% to reach 1,373 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bruce
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
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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 | Sep 2026 this month all 16 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 Sep 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 — 184 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (7,520 at the 2021 Census → 8,119 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 (801011003). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.