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Dickson has an estimated 4,959 residents, up from 3,292 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,667 people, or 50.6%. Growth has averaged 5.7% a year over five years, faster than 97% of areas nationally. 794 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 51.3% of that increase. That puts 3,139 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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Dickson's population is estimated at approximately 4,959 as of May 2026 according to AreaSearch analysis. This represents a gain of 1,667 people (50.6%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,292 people. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 4,530 as of June 2025 combined with 794 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density is 3,138 persons per square kilometer, which is in the upper quartile of all Australian locations analyzed by AreaSearch. The expansion of 50.6% since the 2021 census outpaced the state (8.3%) and the broader SA4 region, positioning the suburb as a primary growth leader.
Interstate migration was the main driver, contributing around 51.3% of the population gains over recent periods, though natural growth and overseas migration also made positive contributions. ABS and Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year are used by AreaSearch for each SA2 location. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and for any years beyond 2032, age group growth rates are sourced from the ACT Government's SA2 projections with 2022 as the base. Looking ahead, demographic forecasts suggest significant expansion that ranks in the top 10 percent of national statistical areas. The community is projected to grow by 2,444 persons to 2041 based on recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total rise of 33.6% over the 16 years.
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1,243 new dwellings have been approved in Dickson over the past five years, an average of 248 a year. That places the area in the 86th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 50 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 154 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 3% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Few approvals have been recorded in the most recent months, well below the longer-run average; the latest ABS periods are still being reported. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Around 248 residential units have been approved for development annually in Dickson, totaling 1,243 homes over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) alongside 3 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. Since an average of only 0.8 new residents arrived per new home annually during the 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), construction activity is equal to or ahead of local demand. This trend gives buyers additional choices and supports population expansion that may surpass initial forecasts, with new dwellings built at an average value of $200,000, which is below the regional average and represents cheaper entry options.
Additionally, commercial building approvals have reached $10.3 million this financial year, pointing to steady non-residential progress. Compared to Australian Capital Territory, the volume of construction per capita in Dickson is 440.0% higher, offering more options to purchasers despite some recent moderation in building rates. This rate stands well above the national benchmark, demonstrating strong builder engagement. Residential approvals consist of 3.0% detached dwellings and 97.0% attached dwellings. The emphasis on high-density properties provides cheaper options that attract investors, downsizers, and first-time buyers. This contrasts with the current housing supply (which comprises 30.0% houses), signaling a decline in available land for standalone homes, shifting buyer preferences, and a demand for varied housing formats. Dickson operates as a growing district with roughly 61 people per approval. Demographic projections based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch indicate that Dickson is set to add 1,664 residents through to 2041. Given the ongoing pace of home construction, housing availability should satisfy this incoming demand, providing positive buying conditions and supporting expansion that could surpass baseline projections.
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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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Local development is heavily shaped by changes to infrastructure, planning schemes, and major construction projects. AreaSearch has identified 11 key developments that are expected to influence the local area. Notable projects include Vermillion, Stockdale Street Apartments, Calypso, and the Dickson Shops Upgrade, with details on the most relevant initiatives provided 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 71.3%. 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 6,719, 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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The local labor force in Dickson is highly qualified, with a prominent share of professional services, an unemployment rate of just 3.6%, and an estimated 0.7% growth in jobs over the past year. In March 2026, 2,752 local citizens were employed, with the unemployment rate tracking 0.5% lower than the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.1%, while the participation rate remains comparable to the territory's 70.8%. Census data indicates that only a minor 13.1% of employees worked from home, although this figure may be influenced by Covid-19 restrictions. Jobs held by local citizens are mostly in public administration & safety, professional & technical fields, and education & training.
In contrast, health care & social assistance makes up a smaller portion at 7.9% compared to the regional average of 11.7%. Recording 1.3 workers per resident at the time of the Census, the locality serves as a major employment center, providing more local jobs than it has working residents and drawing commuters from adjacent suburbs. AreaSearch analysis of ABS and SALM figures shows that over the 12-month period, employment rose by 0.7% and the size of the labor force increased by 1.3%, which led to a 0.6 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Australian Capital Territory saw employment grow by 0.3%, the labor force expand by 1.1%, and the unemployment rate rise by 0.7 percentage points. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia issued in May-25 provide a guide to potential job demand in Dickson. These five and ten-year projections are compared with the local job profile to project future trends. Although overall Australian employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, rates vary by industry. Aligning these trends with the local employment distribution suggests job numbers in Dickson could rise by 6.4% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, representing a basic weighted calculation for demonstration that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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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The Dickson SA2 has a median taxpayer income of $76,933 and an average income of $92,997 based on postcode ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. These figures are high compared to the Australian Capital Territory median of $72,206 and average of $85,981. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 10.44% since financial year 2023, current estimates are roughly $84,965 for the median and $102,706 for the average as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in the area fell between the 82nd and 94th percentiles nationwide.
Around 36.8% of the population (1,824 individuals) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, which is close to the metropolitan average of 34.3%. Approximately 34.2% of local households earn weekly incomes over $3,000. Residential housing expenses account for 16.8% of household income, leaving disposable incomes in the 80th percentile and placing the suburb in the 9th decile on the SEIFA index.
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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The latest Census showed that housing formats in Dickson consisted of 29.5% separate houses and 70.6% multi-unit housing options such as apartments and semi-detached properties, whereas Australian Capital Territory had 63.3% houses and 36.7% alternative dwelling types. The home ownership rate of 19.6% was lower than the territory average, with the remaining properties mortgaged at 33.5% or rented at 46.9%. The median mortgage payment of $1,904 per month was lower than the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080, and the median rent was $500 per week compared to the territory median of $450.
Nationally, mortgage repayments in Dickson are above the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Dickson counted 1,431 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,156 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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Families represent 53.3% of local households, which includes 17.5% couples with children, 27.3% couples without children, and 6.8% single-parent households. Non-family households make up 46.7% of the total, with single occupants at 33.3% and shared houses at 13.7%. The typical household size of 2.2 individuals sits below the Australian Capital Territory average 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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Academic qualifications in Dickson are well above standard comparison levels, with 62.9% of residents aged 15+ possessing a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 46.8% in the SA4 region. This qualification rate supports opportunities in knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees account for 34.9%, postgraduate degrees represent 22.4%, and graduate diplomas make up 5.6%. Vocational education represents 14.0% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 6.3% and certificates at 7.7%. Student enrollment rates are strong, with 34.4% of local residents participating in academic courses. This group consists of 17.3% studying at the tertiary level, 6.4% attending primary school, and 4.4% enrolled in secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Dickson reaches 26 stops on 96 routes, timetabled for about 7,100 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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Public transit data indicates there are 26 active bus stops operating in Dickson. These stops support 96 distinct routes, delivering a total of 7,104 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 180 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is mostly residential, with most workers commuting out of the area. Private vehicles are the primary mode of travel at 57%, followed by bus transit at 13% and cycling at 10%. Household vehicle rates average 0.8 per dwelling, which is below the regional norm.
A low 13.1% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, a figure that may reflect COVID-19 restrictions. Service frequencies average 1,014 daily trips across the transit network, representing about 273 weekly trips at each stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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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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According to AreaSearch indicators for chronic illness and mortality, Dickson displays favorable health results. Common medical conditions are infrequently reported in the general population, though they are higher than the national benchmark among older and vulnerable demographics. Private health insurance enrollment is high at roughly 68% of the community (3,347 people), compared to 62.4% in Australian Capital Territory and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health difficulties and asthma are the most prevalent health issues, affecting 12.0% and 8.7% of the population, respectively. However, 71.5% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 70.2% in Australian Capital Territory.
Residents under 65 exhibit better health metrics than the average. Individuals aged 65 and older represent 7.3% of the community (363 people), a share below the Australian Capital Territory figure of 14.3%, and this older cohort ranks lower nationally compared to the overall population.
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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Cultural diversity in Dickson is higher than in most other local areas, with 31.1% of residents born outside Australia and 26.4% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 25.3% of the population. The most prominent religious variance is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.7% of residents compared to 0.2% across Australian Capital Territory. Regarding parental ancestry, the three most common backgrounds in Dickson are English at 22.4% of the population, Australian at 19.7%, and Other at 11.8%. Other notable ethnic representations include Croatian at 1.0% (compared to 0.9% regionally), Korean at 0.8% (compared to 0.6%), and Russian at 0.5% (compared to 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. 46.6% 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 median age of 29 years in Dickson is lower than the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 and the national median of 38 years. Compared to the wider territory, Dickson shows a higher proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 at 30.1% and a lower proportion of children aged 5 - 14 at 7.4%. This 25 - 34 cohort size is much higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the share of residents aged 35 to 44 rose from 14.8% to 17.4%, and the 25 to 34 group grew from 28.5% to 30.1%.
Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 demographic fell from 18.4% to 16.5%, and the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 10.4% to 9.3%. Demographic forecasts for 2041 project notable shifts, with the 25 to 34 segment expected to expand by 24% (354 people) to reach 1,847 from 1,492.
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 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) | May 2026 3 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 May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 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 Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Apr 2026 4 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 5 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 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 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 — 794 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,292 at the 2021 Census → 4,959 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 May 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.