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Dickson has an estimated 4,962 residents, up from 3,292 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,670 people, or 50.7%. Growth has averaged 5.7% a year over five years, faster than 97% of areas nationally. 937 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 51.3% of that increase. That puts 3,141 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 indicate that Dickson has a population of approximately 4,962 as of Aug 2026. Relative to the 3,292 people counted in the 2021 Census, this represents an expansion of 1,670 people (50.7%). This demographic shift is derived from the ABS estimated resident population figure of 4,531 as of June 2025 alongside 937 validated new addresses registered following the Census date. With a density of 3,140 persons per square kilometer, the locality sits in the upper quartile of areas evaluated nationwide by AreaSearch. Outpacing both the broader state (8.5%) and the SA4 region, Dickson's 50.7% expansion since the 2021 census positions it as a standout regional growth center.
Interstate migration served as the core catalyst, generating roughly 51.3% of total population additions over recent intervals, while natural increase and overseas migration also delivered positive contributions. Projections published by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 utilizing 2022 as a base year are applied by AreaSearch across SA2 locations. For territories lacking this coverage, as well as timeframes beyond post-2032, age cohort growth rates from ACT Government SA2 projections (anchored to 2022) are incorporated. Looking ahead, long-term projections place Dickson in the top 10 percent of AreaSearch-assessed statistical territories, with the locality projected to expand by 2,435 persons to 2041 under the newest annual ERP statistics, equating to an aggregate rise of 33.3% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
775 new dwellings have been approved in Dickson over the past five years, an average of 155 a year. That places the area in the 71st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 31 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 155 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 3% 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 Dickson have averaged roughly 155 new homes per annum, totaling 775 homes across the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Market conditions have maintained balance with an average of 1.3 people relocating to the area per dwelling completed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26); however, this ratio has climbed to 11 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, pointing toward rising demand and constrained supply. The average construction value for new dwellings stands at $323,000. In addition, $10.3 million in commercial approvals was logged during this financial year, reflecting a moderate pace of commercial development.
Per capita dwelling approvals in Dickson exceed the Australian Capital Territory baseline by 209.0%, affording purchasers broader options despite a recent moderation in building activity. This volume sits well above national benchmarks, underscoring substantial developer appetite. Recent approval splits comprise 3.0% detached dwellings against 97.0% attached dwellings. This orientation toward higher density provides accessible opportunities for first-home buyers, downsizers, and investors. It also represents a clear transition away from historical stock (which currently features 30.0% houses), reflecting changing lifestyle requirements, affordability pressures, and reduced availability of greenfield land. Dickson displays the characteristics of an established market with roughly 749 people per dwelling approval. According to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate, population projections suggest Dickson will add 1,652 residents through to 2041. Ongoing building volumes appear sufficient to satisfy anticipated demand, establishing positive conditions for buyers and potentially supporting demographic expansion above existing projections.
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 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Dickson, worth an estimated $160 million. A further 82 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $14.2 billion. 29 are already under construction and 43 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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, planning schemes, and capital projects exert a decisive influence on local performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed 11 key initiatives poised to shape the district. Notable projects include Stockdale Street Apartments, Vermillion, Dickson Shops Upgrade, and Calypso, with further details on the most significant works outlined below.
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Vermillion
Vermillion is a two-building residential apartment development by Art Group in the Northbourne Precinct at Dickson. The project includes studio, 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments plus townhouse-style options, with communal workspaces, rooftop BBQ and gardens, gym, landscaped grounds, EV charging and energy efficient design. Art Group's Q4 2025 update reports both buildings are almost complete, with upper levels being finished and lower levels in fit-out, flooring and final cleans.
Stockdale Street Apartments
Demolition of three single-storey brick houses at 2-6 Stockdale Street, Dickson for a 21-apartment complex across four storeys with two-level basement parking. The project includes a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments with three adaptable units designed for wheelchair access and aged residents. DA 202442955 was lodged in August 2024 by Stockdale Holdings, with Shaw Building Group as architect and builder. An amendment was submitted in early 2025 to address a Stage 1 further information request, covering changes to facade treatments, apartment layouts, basement layout, privacy screens, light wells, solar panels and landscaping.The site is a short walk from Dickson shopping centre and light rail.
Calypso
Calypso is a completed 207-apartment development by Art Group on the Northbourne Avenue corridor in Dickson, 2.5km from the Canberra CBD. Offering 1, 2 and 3-bedroom configurations with interiors by Darren Palmer and architecture by Stewart Architects, the three-building development features a rooftop terrace and BBQ area, communal gym, shared workspaces, landscaped gardens, light rail access on the doorstep, EV chargers, and fibre-to-unit connectivity. Construction was completed in January 2026 with all apartments sold out.
Garden City Cycleway
The Garden City Cycleway is a major active transport initiative providing a safe, dedicated cycle route connecting the inner-north suburbs of Watson, Downer, Hackett, Dickson, Ainslie, and Braddon with the Canberra city centre. Stage 1 is currently under construction, with the final section (Stage 1D) underway on Cooyong Street. Stage 2 is jointly funded by the ACT and Australian Governments and will extend the route further north to Watson.
Dickson Shops Upgrade
Revitalisation of the Dickson Shops precinct to create a safer and more accessible community hub. The upgrade includes replacing 4,400 square metres of paving using new and recycled bricks, installing 1.2 kilometres of new stormwater infrastructure, and adding 27 new seats and 50 bike racks. The design focuses on sustainability with drought-tolerant plantings and permeable surfaces while retaining the area's mid-century character and local sculptures.
Yowani Grounds Estate Development (Newlyne Precinct)
The redevelopment of the Yowani Country Club into the Newlyne precinct, a significant mixed-use community in Canberra's inner north. The project includes multiple residential stages such as 'Yowani Grounds' (169 dwellings across towers and townhouses), 'Sense of Yowani' (retirement living), and the 'Mattone' and 'Moire' apartment complexes. It features a new $20 million golf clubhouse, extensive parklands, and wellness facilities, with a focus on high-density living connected to the light rail network.
Yowani Country Club - New Clubhouse
Major redevelopment of Yowani Country Club including a new two-storey contemporary clubhouse and a fully redesigned 18-hole golf course. The clubhouse relocates to the western side of Sullivan's Creek as part of the broader Newlyne precinct development with partner TP Dynamics. The new facilities including driving range and course are slated to open in March 2026, serving members, social golfers, and the wider Canberra community with improved hospitality, event hire, and sports bar facilities.
Yowani Country Club Redevelopment - Office Building
A five-storey commercial office building featuring a ground floor restaurant, community facility, and multipurpose space. The project includes a rooftop outdoor terrace and a two-level basement providing 87 car spaces. Designed by FMB Architects, the building serves as a core commercial hub within the larger Newlyne masterplanned precinct.
2,752 residents of Dickson are employed, from a labour force of 2,854. Unemployment sits at 3.6%, with participation at 71.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% 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 6,724, about 136% 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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Dickson features a skilled local workforce characterized by a substantial professional services footprint, a low unemployment rate of 3.6%, and estimated annual jobs growth of 0.7%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 2,752, while the local jobless rate sits 0.5% lower than the Australian Capital Territory figure of 4.1%, with local labor participation matching the Australian Capital Territory level of 70.6%. Census findings showed that a modest 13.1% of workers worked from home, though this metric was subject to Covid-19 lockdown influences. The primary employment sectors for local residents are public administration & safety, professional & technical, and education & training.
Conversely, health care & social assistance remains under-represented locally, accounting for 7.9% of the Dickson workforce against 11.7% across Australian Capital Territory. With Census figures showing 1.3 workers for every resident, Dickson functions as an employment hub that draws commuters inward from surrounding areas and contains more jobs than resident workers. AreaSearch assessment of ABS and SALM figures indicates that over the 12-month period, local employment expanded by 0.7% while the labor pool grew by 1.3%, lifting unemployment by 0.6 percentage points. Across Australian Capital Territory over the same timeframe, employment climbed 0.3% and the labor force increased 1.1%, leading to a 0.7 percentage point increase. National labor projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26 provide additional context regarding future demand in Dickson. These five- and ten-year forecasts have been applied to local workforce distributions to model potential trends. While nationwide employment is projected to expand by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, trajectories vary notably by sector. Weighting these industry projections against Dickson's employment profile indicates local employment growth of 6.4% over five years and 13.0% over ten years (note that this is an illustrative weighting model and excludes local population dynamics).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Dickson is $2,277 a week (about $118,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,303 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $76,933 a year against an average of $92,997. 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 taxpayer records for financial year 2023 compiled by AreaSearch show that the Dickson SA2 recorded a median taxpayer income of $76,933 and an average of $92,997. These metrics rank among the highest nationally, surpassing the Australian Capital Territory median of $72,206 and average of $85,981. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $84,965 for median income and $102,706 for average income as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, individual, family, and household earnings all tracked between the 82nd and 94th percentiles nationally.
Income distribution shows the largest single bracket is the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly band, capturing 36.8% of earners (1,826 residents), comparable to the 34.3% regional benchmark. High-income earners making over $3,000 per week represent 34.2% of the local taxpayer base, reflecting elevated purchasing capacity. Although residential expenses absorb 16.8% of income, disposable earnings remain at the 80th percentile and the area achieves a 9th decile SEIFA income score.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Dickson had 1,431 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 30% detached houses and 49% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 47% rented and 20% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $500 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,904 a month, a total housing cost higher than 89% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.3%. 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 time of the latest Census, Dickson's housing stock consisted of 29.5% houses alongside 70.6% other dwellings (incorporating apartments, semi-detached properties, and other formats), whereas Australian Capital Territory recorded 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Outright home ownership in Dickson was lower than the territory benchmark at 19.6%, with 33.5% of homes carrying a mortgage and 46.9% being rented. The local median monthly mortgage payment was $1,904, coming in beneath the Australian Capital Territory mark of $2,080, while median weekly rent was $500, higher than the territory figure of $450.
On a national scale, mortgage payments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and local rents stand well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Dickson counted 1,431 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,157 today, averaging 2.2 people each. 18% are couples with children, fewer than in 92% of areas nationally, against 27% couples without children. 33% 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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Family units constitute the majority of households at 53.3%, comprising couples without children (27.3%), couples with children (17.5%), and single parent families (6.8%). Non-family setups make up 46.7% of homes, with lone person households representing 33.3% and group arrangements accounting for 13.7%. The local median household size is 2.2 people, lower than the Australian Capital Territory benchmark of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
62.9% of adults in Dickson hold a university qualification, including 34.9% with a bachelor degree and 22.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 84% of areas nationally. A further 7.7% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 2,843 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,125 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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Residents in Dickson demonstrate exceptional educational levels, with 62.9% of individuals aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, outperforming both the national benchmark of 30.4% and the SA4 region figure of 46.8%. This strong profile underpins local capacity for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees constitute the largest share at 34.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 22.4% and graduate diplomas at 5.6%. Vocational and technical accreditations account for 14.0% of achievements among those aged 15+, comprising certificates (7.7%) and advanced diplomas (6.3%). Participation in formal learning is extensive, with 34.4% of the local population currently engaged in study.
Breakdown by level includes 17.3% enrolled in tertiary education, 6.4% in primary education, and 4.4% undertaking secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Dickson reaches 26 stops on 95 routes, timetabled for about 7,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.8 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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Transport network analysis identifies 26 operational transit stops within Dickson, offering a network of bus services. These stops connect to 95 separate routes, delivering a collective 7,394 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transit is rated as excellent, with residents located an average of 180 meters from their closest stop. Reflecting outward commuter travel from this residential precinct, private vehicles remain the primary transit method at 57%, alongside 13% by bus and 10% cycling. Vehicle availability averages 0.8 per dwelling, trailing the regional norm. Working from home accounted for 13.1% of residents at the 2021 Census, reflecting prevailing COVID-19 conditions.
Transit service frequency across the network averages 1,056 trips daily, which translates to roughly 284 weekly trips per transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
71.5% of residents in Dickson report no long-term health condition. 3.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 67.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.0 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 indicators in Dickson compare favorably against standard metrics based on AreaSearch evaluations of mortality and chronic disease rates; broad population incidence of general conditions remains low, although elevated rates are evident among older, at-risk demographics. Private health insurance participation is notably elevated at roughly 68% of the populace (3,349 people), higher than the Australian Capital Territory rate of 62.4% and the national figure of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues represent the most prevalent diagnosed conditions, affecting 8.7% and 12.0% of the population, respectively, while 71.5% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions compared to 70.2% across Australian Capital Territory.
Cohorts aged under 65 display superior health outcomes. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 7.4% of the population (367 people), lower than the 14.2% recorded for Australian Capital Territory, though this cohort ranks lower against broader national standards.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
31.1% of Dickson residents were born overseas and 26.4% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (22.4%) and Australian (19.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Dickson displays higher cultural diversity than most comparable locations, with 31.1% of residents born abroad and 26.4% using a non-English language in the home. Christianity represents the leading religious affiliation, accounting for 25.3% of the community. Judaism exhibits a distinct relative concentration, comprising 0.7% of the populace compared to 0.2% across Australian Capital Territory. Looking at parental country of birth, the primary ancestries recorded in Dickson are English at 22.4%, Australian at 19.7%, and Other at 11.8%. Several specific backgrounds also show above-average presence relative to broader benchmarks: Croatian accounts for 1.0% (vs 0.9% regionally), Korean represents 0.8% (vs 0.6%), and Russian makes up 0.5% (vs 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Dickson is 29, younger than 97% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 48.0% 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 structure in Dickson leans heavily toward childless young adults. AreaSearch estimates for August 2026 indicate that 47.1% of the populace falls into the young to middle aged adult band (25 - 44), compared to 32.8% across Australian Capital Territory, while retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) account for 7.4% against a regional share of 14.2%. The estimated median age is 29, down from 30 at the 2021 Census, which sits 6 years below the Australian Capital Territory figure of 35 and well under the national median of 38 recorded at the same Census.
Since the Census, the share of young to middle aged adults has risen from 43.3% to an estimated 47.1%. By 2041, this 25 - 44 cohort is projected to generate the largest numerical expansion, adding 649 (28%) to reach 2,987, while retiree and elderly cohorts are expected to experience the fastest growth rate, rising 48% to 545.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Dickson
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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 2 months ago 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 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Apr 2026 6 months ago all 6 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 Apr 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month 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 — 937 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (3,292 at the 2021 Census → 4,962 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 (801051054). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.