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Denman Prospect has an estimated 6,211 residents, up from 2,759 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,452 people, or 125.1%. Growth has averaged 29.6% a year over five years, faster than 99% of areas nationally. 1,537 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 85.3% of that increase. That puts 1,310 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 demographic research from AreaSearch, Denman Prospect has reached an estimated population of 6,211 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 3,452 residents (125.1%) relative to the 2021 Census tally of 2,759 people. That figure is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population benchmark of 5,607 recorded as of June 2025 alongside 1,537 validated new addresses identified following the Census. The local density sits at 1,310 persons per square kilometer, outpacing national averages evaluated by AreaSearch. Surpassing broader gains across both the SA4 region and the state (8.5%), Denman Prospect's 125.1% post-2021 census surge highlights its role as a key regional growth hotspot.
Although overseas migration, natural increase, and other growth components remained positive, interstate arrivals served as the principal demographic engine, generating approximately 85.3% of net population additions in recent times. Projections for the district apply 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 modeling with a 2022 base year, supplemented post-2032 or for unlisted areas by ACT Government SA2 age-cohort projections starting from 2022. Future forecasts position Denman Prospect in the top 10 percent of statistical areas nationally for demographic growth, with the community projected to gain 7,375 persons to 2041 relative to latest annual ERP population numbers, corresponding to a total increase of 107.3% across the 16 years.
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1,964 new dwellings have been approved in Denman Prospect over the past five years, an average of 392 a year. That places the area in the 97th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 63 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 311 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 27% 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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Over the preceding 5 financial years, residential building approvals across Denman Prospect totalled 1,964 homes, representing an average of approximately 392 dwellings annually. Residential building costs average $346,000 per dwelling, supported by sustained market demand illustrated by an intake of 2 new residents per year per approved dwelling over the 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Alongside residential construction, commercial approvals during this financial year reached $51.8 million, highlighting significant commercial investment in the locality. Per-capita building activity in Denman Prospect outpaces the Australian Capital Territory by 79.0%, providing prospective purchasers with extensive choices even as the pace of construction has moderated lately.
This level of activity is notably higher than the national standard, reflecting solid builder enthusiasm. Among newly approved dwellings, 27.0% are standalone houses while 73.0% comprise medium and high-density formats. This transition toward multi-unit dwellings delivers more affordable purchasing opportunities suited for first-home buyers, investors, and downsizers. It also represents a substantial shift from the prevailing housing stock (which stands at 49.0% houses), reflecting shifting lifestyle requirements, affordability pressures, and reduced supplies of greenfield land. Recording approximately 13 people per dwelling approval, the suburb displays classic attributes of an active growth corridor. Based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures, Denman Prospect is forecast to welcome an additional 6,667 residents by 2041. Ongoing residential construction indicates that local housing supply is well positioned to absorb incoming demand, supporting favorable buyer conditions and potentially enabling demographic expansion to exceed current expectations.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Denman Prospect, worth an estimated $225 million. A further 9 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $725 million. 5 are already under construction and 1 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, retail 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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Strategic development works, infrastructure investments, and master planning exert a profound influence on an area's trajectory. AreaSearch has highlighted 9 key projects expected to shape the district. Major developments of note include S73 Denman Prospect, The Borough, Denman Apartments, and the Molonglo River Bridge and John Gorton Drive Extension, with further details on prominent schemes outlined below.
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Molonglo River Bridge and John Gorton Drive Extension
A jointly funded ACT and Australian Government infrastructure project delivering a 200-metre weathering steel bridge over the Molonglo River and approximately 1.7 kilometres of new arterial road as the final section of John Gorton Drive. When complete, the bridge will be the longest weathering steel bridge in Australia and the tallest road bridge in Canberra. The project improves all-weather connectivity for Molonglo Valley suburbs including Denman Prospect and Whitlam, replacing the flood-prone Coppins Crossing alignment.Scope includes two new signalised intersections, two queue-jump bus lanes, bus stops, provision for future light rail, off-road shared paths, a pedestrian underpass adjacent to the future Molonglo Town Centre, a services corridor for electricity across the river, and native fauna habitat including platypus nesting sites. Construction began January 2024; all 12 steel girders have been lifted into place and deck construction is underway. Completion is expected in late 2026.
Denman Apartments
A new housing development by PROJEX Building, consisting of 24 two-bedroom apartments. The project focuses on high energy efficiency, targeting a minimum 7-star rating, and includes adaptable and livable gold-standard units. It features lifts, undercover parking, and centralized communal spaces.
S73 Denman Prospect
A proposed multi-unit housing development at Block 1 Section 73 Denman Prospect, currently under development application. The proposal includes two residential buildings with 121 units, 48 of which are designated as affordable housing. Amenities planned for the site include basement car parking, electric vehicle charging, a community garden, and solar power.
The Borough
The Borough is a multi-building apartment precinct developed by Capital Estate Developments within Denman Prospect. It offers 1, 2, and 3-bedroom residences with contemporary design and industrial elements. The project features versatile 'Flexi-Spaces' for adaptable living and is strategically located close to Denman Prospect's local shops and community facilities.
Central Park
Proposed residential village development comprising 42 townhomes, 62 apartments, and 48 walk-up apartments across eight buildings, along with a central park featuring shared barbecue and picnic areas, greenhouses, public garden beds, and lockable storage space.
Denman Prospect Multi-Unit Housing Development
Development of 60 townhouses/apartments on a 1.1ha site with river connectivity.
Denman Prospect (Suburb Development)
Denman Prospect is a master-planned community in the Molonglo Valley, developed by Capital Estate Developments. It encompasses various residential stages (including Denman North and Stromlo Reach), local shops (Denman Village Shops), community facilities, numerous parks, and sustainable living initiatives. The development is designed to provide a diverse range of housing options and extensive amenities for its residents.
BLVD Denman Prospect
BLVD Denman Prospect is a two-stage residential precinct by Core Developments, featuring 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments and penthouses. Designed with a mid-century modern aesthetic, the development offers high-end features, a co-working space, and resort-style amenities. It is a walkable urban neighborhood in Denman Prospect, providing residents with convenient access to local services and natural surroundings.
3,108 residents of Denman Prospect are employed, from a labour force of 3,184. Unemployment sits at 2.4%, with participation at 73.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 5,017, about 81% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. 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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Denman Prospect features a well-educated labor base characterized by high professional representation, a minimal unemployment rate of 2.4%, and resilient job performance across the preceding year. As of March 2026, employed residents total 3,108, while the local jobless rate sits 1.7% under the broader Australian Capital Territory benchmark of 4.1%. Workforce participation is solid at 73.5%, compared with 70.6% across Australian Capital Territory. Additionally, 13.7% of employed locals indicated working from home at the Census, though pandemic-era restrictions during that count should be kept in mind. The primary employment sectors for resident workers are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and public administration & safety.
Local concentration in professional & technical fields is especially notable, tracking at 1.4 times the regional proportion. Conversely, education & training represents only 5.8% of local employment against 9.6% across the wider region. Given its primarily residential setting, the area provides relatively few internal jobs, as demonstrated by the disparity between working residents and local workplace numbers in Census records. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, the labour force grew by 1.1% while employment fell by 0.1% during the year to March 2026, which caused the unemployment rate to rise by 1.1 percentage points. In comparison, the Australian Capital Territory saw employment grow by 0.3% and the labour force grow by 1.1%, leading to a 0.7 percentage point increase. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 can provide additional context regarding potential future demand in Denman Prospect. These projections, which cover five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. Although national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Denman Prospect's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.1% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Denman Prospect is $3,219 a week (about $167,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,655 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $96,879 a year against an average of $112,798. 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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Denman Prospect SA2 ranks among the most affluent areas in the country based on ATO records compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median taxable income within the Denman Prospect SA2 is $96,879 and the average reaches $112,798, substantially exceeding the corresponding Australian Capital Territory figures of $72,206 and $85,981. Factoring in cumulative Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, updated figures reach roughly $106,993 (median) and $124,574 (average) as of March 2026. Across personal, family, and household levels in the 2021 Census, local earnings sit within the 98th to 99th percentiles nationwide.
High earners are heavily concentrated, with 36.6% of the population (2,273 individuals) earning $4000+ per week, contrasting with the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is largest at 34.3%. Furthermore, 55.4% receive weekly incomes above $3,000, underpinning strong local consumer spending. Even with housing costs absorbing 15.8% of income, disposable earnings remain in the 97th percentile and the suburb achieves a 10th decile SEIFA income position.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Denman Prospect had 975 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 49% detached houses and 26% apartments. 79% are owned with a mortgage, 15% rented and 7% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $498 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,400 a month, a total housing cost higher than 98% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 15.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 17.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census records indicate that the housing stock in Denman Prospect consists of 48.6% separate houses alongside 51.3% multi-unit and other residential structures (such as townhouses and apartments), compared to Australian Capital Territory proportions of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Outright property ownership is relatively modest at 6.7%, trailing the Australian Capital Territory rate, while 78.7% of properties carry a mortgage and 14.6% are tenanted. Typical housing costs are elevated: median monthly mortgage payments reach $2,400 and weekly rents sit at $498, both exceeding Australian Capital Territory averages of $2,080 and $450 respectively.
On a nationwide scale, local mortgage commitments far surpass the Australian median of $1,863, and rents substantially exceed the national standard of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Denman Prospect counted 975 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,195 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 44% are couples with children, more than in 87% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 19% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute 78.3% of all households in the district, comprising couples with children (43.9%), couples without children (24.8%), and single parent households (8.3%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 21.7%, consisting of single-person households at 18.8% and group homes at 3.1%. The typical household includes 2.8 people, which is higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
62.6% of adults in Denman Prospect hold a university qualification, including 33.9% with a bachelor degree and 23.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 96% of areas nationally. A further 9.8% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 584 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,114 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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Denman Prospect demonstrates exceptional educational credentials, with 62.6% of residents aged 15+ possessing tertiary degrees, compared against 46.8% across the SA4 region and 30.4% throughout Australia. This high level of education equips the community well for professional and knowledge-intensive industries. Tertiary qualifications are led by bachelor degrees (33.9%), postgraduate degrees (23.3%), and graduate diplomas (5.4%). In addition, technical and vocational training accounts for 18.9% of adult qualifications, comprising certificates (9.8%) and advanced diplomas (9.1%). Participation in study is robust, with 33.8% of residents currently undertaking formal education. Among those enrolled, 13.4% attend primary school, 6.9% are engaged in tertiary studies, and 5.7% are enrolled in secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Denman Prospect reaches 12 stops on 37 routes, timetabled for about 3,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 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 transit infrastructure within Denman Prospect comprises 12 operational transport stops accommodating bus services. These facilities connect to 37 different routes that collectively deliver 3,565 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is favorable, with residents situated an average of 239 meters from their closest stop. Because the community is largely residential, outward commuting is standard; private vehicles account for 91% of travel and buses capture 6%. Dwellings maintain an average of 1.4 vehicles. In addition, 13.7% of the workforce worked from home at the 2021 Census, a figure potentially influenced by COVID-19 settings.
Transit schedules across all local lines provide an average of 509 daily departures, translating to around 297 weekly trips per transit stop.
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81.5% of residents in Denman Prospect report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 90% of areas nationally. 1.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 76.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.5 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 from AreaSearch highlight strong wellness metrics throughout Denman Prospect, evidenced by favorable mortality rates and a low incidence of chronic illnesses across every demographic group. Approximately 76% of the population (4,726 people) holds private health insurance, well above the Australian Capital Territory level of 62.4% and the national figure of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent reported diagnoses locally, affecting 6.3% and 7.0 of residents respectively, whereas 81.5% of people reported being free from chronic ailments, outperforming the Australian Capital Territory benchmark of 70.2%.
Seniors aged 65 and over make up 4.1% of the community (252 people), well below the 14.2% proportion across Australian Capital Territory. Older residents record excellent health outcomes, aligning with national rankings observed across the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
42.8% of Denman Prospect residents were born overseas and 46.1% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 86% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (16.9%) and English (16.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Denman Prospect exhibits a vibrant multicultural profile, where 42.8% of the community was born abroad and 46.1% speaks a language other than English in the home. Christianity represents the largest single faith tradition at 30.6% of residents. A notable cultural feature is the strong presence of Hinduism, which accounts for 14.5% of the local population, markedly higher than the 4.8% recorded across Australian Capital Territory. Looking at ancestral background based on parents' country of birth, the primary groups in Denman Prospect are Australian (16.9%), Other (16.8%), and English (16.0%), with Australian and English representation trailing their regional counterparts of 23.0% and 23.3%.
Several cultural backgrounds display pronounced local concentration relative to the surrounding region: Indian heritage stands at 11.4% (vs 3.3%), Sri Lankan ancestry represents 1.8% (vs 0.4%), and Croatian background accounts for 1.5% (vs 0.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Denman Prospect is 32, younger than 95% of areas nationally. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 32.1% 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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Denman Prospect demonstrates a pronounced concentration of households in family-building stages. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates indicate that 45.4% of the population consists of adults aged 25 - 44, compared to 32.8% across Australian Capital Territory, while residents aged 65+ comprise 4.1% versus 14.2% regionally. The estimated median age reached 32 as at August 2026, climbing from 31 at the 2021 Census and remaining below the territory median of 35 and the nationwide figure of 38 recorded at that Census. The most noticeable demographic shift since the Census has occurred among the 45 - 64 age bracket, which grew from 13.6% to an estimated 17.4%.
By 2041, young and middle-aged adults are forecast to generate the largest numerical increase, rising by 2,424 (86%) to 5,244 persons, while senior age groups are projected to experience the fastest proportional surge, expanding 208% to 779 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Denman Prospect
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 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 · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last 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 Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 4 months ago all 8 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 May 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 — 1,537 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (2,759 at the 2021 Census → 6,211 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 (801101136). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.