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Forrest has an estimated 1,944 residents, up from 1,827 at the 2021 Census — a change of 117 people, or 6.4%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 1,223 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident count of Forrest stands at approximately 1,944 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 117 people (6.4%) compared to the 1,827 people recorded during the 2021 Census. This adjustment stems from the ABS estimated resident population figure of 1,944 as of June 2025 alongside 12 validated new addresses identified following the Census. Consequently, population density reaches 1,222 persons per square kilometer, outpacing the national benchmark evaluated by AreaSearch. Furthermore, the local expansion rate of 6.4% since the census trails the state figure (8.5%) by only 2.1 percentage points, highlighting solid demographic momentum.
Inward overseas migration served as the primary catalyst for local demographic expansion, effectively underpinning all recent population additions. Projections utilised by AreaSearch incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia data released in 2024 (taking 2022 as the base year) across each SA2. For periods beyond 2032 or locations absent from that dataset, cohort projections published by the ACT Government based on 2022 benchmarks are applied. Factoring in anticipated demographic changes, the location is projected to achieve population growth exceeding the national median across statistical areas, expanding by 245 persons to 2041 relative to recent annual ERP statistics, which equates to an overall rise of 12.6% across the 16 years.
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36 new dwellings have been approved in Forrest over the past five years, an average of 7 a year. That is 3.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Dwelling consent figures for Forrest show an average of roughly 7 new residential builds approved annually, amounting to 36 homes across the previous 5 financial years. With an inflow averaging 3.9 new residents annually per completed residence between FY-22 and FY-26 across the past 5 financial years, residential demand outstrips newly constructed stock, which typically heightens purchasing rivalry and exerts upward pressure on real estate pricing. Concurrently, approved residential projects reflect an average expected building cost of $1,027,000, underscoring that developers are concentrating on high-end, premium residential construction. In addition, $21.1 million in commercial building approvals was documented during this financial year, demonstrating steady investment within the non-residential sector.
Relative to Australian Capital Territory overall, per-capita residential approvals in Forrest reach roughly three-quarters of the jurisdiction's rate, positioning the suburb at the 45th percentile across nationwide assessments; this restricted supply pipeline tends to limit buyer selection while bolstering interest in existing properties. Newly permitted residential construction breaks down into 43.0% detached houses alongside 57.0% medium-to-high density formats such as apartments and townhouses. Such emphasis on higher-density housing creates more attainable purchasing opportunities while drawing downsizers, entry-level buyers, and investors. Reflecting a mature urban landscape, the area records around 429 people per dwelling approval. Long-term demographic forecasts anticipate an increase of 245 residents across Forrest by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly figures from AreaSearch. While the pace of residential construction aligns reasonably with future demographic gains, prospective purchasers could encounter heightened competition for properties as local numbers grow.
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 36 current infrastructure and development projects close to Forrest, worth an estimated $6.68 billion. 11 are already under construction and 10 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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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Capital investments, town planning updates, and civic works have an extensive bearing on local market performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 3 major projects that are anticipated to influence the surrounding district. Prominent initiatives include the Griffith-Narrabundah Community Centre & Oval Upgrade, the Kingston Arts Precinct, Light Rail Stage 2B: Commonwealth Park to Woden, alongside the Cromwell Office Building Development, with the most pertinent undertakings outlined in the following section.
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Griffith-Narrabundah Community Centre & Oval Upgrade
ACT Government project delivering a new multi-purpose community centre and upgrades to Griffith Oval, including a new pavilion, upgraded play spaces, and improved amenities. The facility serves residents of both Griffith and Narrabundah in Canberra's inner south.
National Security Office Precinct (York Park)
A multi-agency office precinct at York Park in Barton designed to accommodate approximately 5,000 workers from national security and Commonwealth agencies, including the Office of National Intelligence and DFAT. The project includes high-security office spaces, retail, and hospitality amenities. As of May 2026, the adjacent John Gorton Campus Car Park is fully operational with ongoing facade work, while main construction for the office precinct is progressing following the permanent site closure in early 2025.
Kingston Arts Precinct
A $146 million redevelopment of Section 49 in Kingston to create a premier visual arts and culture destination. The project involves the adaptive reuse of the historic Fitters Workshop, Powerhouse, and Former Transport Depot to house major arts organisations like Canberra Glassworks and Megalo Print Studio. It includes an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art space, artist studios, and a 346-space carpark. Construction is currently expected to begin in 2027.
Canberra Lyric Theatre (Theatre Centre Transformation Stage 1)
A new 2,000-seat lyric theatre being constructed on Vernon Circle adjacent to The Playhouse as Stage 1 of the broader Canberra Theatre Centre transformation. Designed by Cox Architecture with Yerrabingin, Charcoalblue and Arcadia Landscape Architecture, the venue will enable Canberra to host large-scale musicals, ballet, opera and international productions for the first time. The auditorium features 1,000-seat stalls, a 500-seat circle and a 500-seat balcony with state-of-the-art acoustics. A $317 million contract was signed in December 2025 with Multiplex as builder; main construction commenced January 2026 with completion targeted for 2028.Refurbishment of the existing Canberra Theatre, Playhouse and Courtyard Studio will follow in subsequent stages.
Light Rail Stage 2B: Commonwealth Park to Woden
ACT Government light rail extension from Commonwealth Park to Woden, proposed to add nine stops, cross Lake Burley Griffin on a new bridge between the Commonwealth Avenue bridges, travel through the National Triangle, and continue along Adelaide Avenue and Yarra Glen to Woden. Design and environmental approvals are progressing, with Stage 2B expected to move into construction from 2028 to 2033 after the Stage 2A City to Commonwealth Park works.
Cromwell Office Building Development
Development of a 19,800 sqm, six-level office building in Barton for a Commonwealth Government entity. The facility is designed to achieve a 6.0-star NABERS Energy and 6.0-star Greenstar rating, and will be 100% occupied under a 15-year lease with a 5-year extension option. An $85 million A-grade commercial building in Canberra's Barton precinct with 18,000sq m area and 225 parking spaces.
Light Rail Stage 2A: City to Commonwealth Park
Construction is underway on Light Rail Stage 2A, a 1.7 km extension of Canberra's light rail network from Alinga Street to Commonwealth Park via London Circuit West. The project will add three stops at Edinburgh Avenue, City South and Commonwealth Park, include wire-free operation using onboard energy storage, deliver active travel and streetscape upgrades, and form the first stage of the broader Light Rail to Woden program. Stage 2B to Woden remains in planning and environmental approvals.
ACT Light Rail Stage 2A (City to Commonwealth Park)
A 1.7km extension of Canberras light rail network from Alinga Street to Commonwealth Park. The project features three new stops at Edinburgh Avenue, City South, and Commonwealth Park, along with a new light rail bridge over Parkes Way. The system utilizes wire-free technology with on-board energy storage and incorporates green track sections featuring turf and succulent species to reduce noise and glare. As of April 2026, track laying is advancing on London Circuit and structural work on the Parkes Way bridge is nearing completion, with the line expected to be open for passengers in 2028.
1,202 residents of Forrest are employed, from a labour force of 1,210. Unemployment sits at 0.7%, with participation at 67.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,894, about 2.0 times the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labour market in Forrest is characterised by a highly skilled profile, prominent professional service engagement, an unemployment rate standing at only 0.7%, and an estimated 1.0% annual lift in employment. Records from March 2026 show 1,202 employed local residents, while local joblessness sits 3.4% below the broader Australian Capital Territory figure of 4.1%, accompanied by a workforce participation rate of 67.9% compared to 70.6% across Australian Capital Territory. Furthermore, 19.3% of workers indicated working remotely at the Census, although prior Covid-19 restrictions should be factored into interpreting this figure.
Key employment sectors for the local workforce include public administration & safety, professional & technical, and health care & social assistance. In particular, professional & technical roles exhibit significant local concentration, capturing a workforce proportion 1.4 times the broader regional benchmark. Conversely, accommodation & food services remains underrepresented, accounting for merely 2.7% of local employment relative to 6.5% across Australian Capital Territory. Maintaining a ratio of 2.6 workers for each local resident at the Census, Forrest operates as a notable regional employment hub that draws commuters from surrounding suburbs to fill local positions. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, employment levels rose by 1.0% and the labour force grew by 1.1% during the year to March 2026, while unemployment stayed virtually the same. In contrast, the Australian Capital Territory saw employment grow by 0.3%, the labour force increase by 1.1%, and unemployment climb by 0.7 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional context for potential future demand in Forrest. These projections, which span five and ten-year periods, have been overlaid onto the local employment profile to estimate growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Forrest's employment composition, local employment is expected to rise by 6.9% over five years and 14.0% 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 Forrest is $3,363 a week (about $175,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,816 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $101,443 a year against an average of $163,704. The average runs 61% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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 postcode data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that the Forrest SA2 recorded a median individual taxpayer income of $101,443 and an average income of $163,704. These figures represent an exceptionally affluent standard in a national context and substantially outstrip the Australian Capital Territory median of $72,206 and average of $85,981. Incorporating a 10.44% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $112,034 for median income and $180,795 for average earnings as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census positions personal, household, and family earnings in Forrest between the 99th and 99th percentiles nationwide.
The top income tier of $4000+ per week represents the largest single bracket, encompassing 42.0% of local earners (816 people), which contrasts with the broader territory where the $1,500 - 2,999 category comprises the largest group at 34.3%. With 54.2% earning above $3,000/week, the community demonstrates immense private financial resources. Local households preserve 89.4% of their earnings after meeting housing outlays, and the suburb attains a SEIFA income score within the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Forrest had 786 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 37% detached houses and 47% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 31% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $570 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,520 a month, a total housing cost higher than 84% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 16.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 17.3%. 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 residential profile of Forrest recorded at the latest Census comprised 36.5% separate houses and 63.5% attached or multi-unit dwellings including townhouses, apartments, and other configurations, diverging from Australian Capital Territory proportions of 63.3% houses and 36.7% multi-unit stock. Outright property ownership in Forrest stood at 38.2%, well above the territory level, while remaining households were divided between mortgaged properties (31.3%) and rental tenancies (30.5%). Median housing costs were elevated relative to the territory average, with local monthly mortgage payments reaching $2,520 and median weekly rent at $570, compared to Australian Capital Territory benchmarks of $2,080 and $450 respectively.
On a national scale, local monthly loan repayments sit substantially higher than the Australian figure of $1,863, with local rental costs also well above the broader national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Forrest counted 786 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 836 today, averaging 2.2 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 37% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute 67.2% of local residences, comprising couples without children (37.0%), couples with dependent children (23.7%), and single parent arrangements (4.9%). The balance of 32.8% consists of non-family living arrangements, primarily single-occupant homes (29.2%) and shared group accommodation (4.3%). The suburb records an average household size of 2.2 people, which is below the wider Australian Capital Territory figure of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
64.6% of adults in Forrest hold a university qualification, including 32.1% with a bachelor degree and 25.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 80% of areas nationally. A further 6.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 476 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,138 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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Tertiary qualification levels in Forrest significantly outpace regional and national standards, as 64.6% of residents aged 15 and over possess a university credential, compared to 46.8% across the wider SA4 region and 30.4% in Australia. This high level of academic attainment provides a strong foundation for participation in professional and knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees represent the most prevalent award at 32.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (25.3%) and graduate diplomas (7.2%). Meanwhile, vocational and technical credentials account for 14.4% of qualifications held by persons aged 15+, comprising advanced diplomas (7.9%) and certificates (6.5%).
A substantial proportion of the local population is engaged in formal learning, with 25.0% of residents actively undertaking studies. Among those currently enrolled, 8.6% attend higher education institutions, 7.4% participate in secondary schooling, and 6.2% are engaged in primary education programs.
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Public transport in Forrest reaches 12 stops on 33 routes, timetabled for about 2,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 290 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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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An assessment of local transit options shows 12 bus stops active within Forrest. These points of access are connected by 33 distinct transit routes that combine to deliver 2,596 passenger services on a weekly basis. Accessibility is strong, with typical walking distances to the nearest stop averaging 285 meters. As a primarily residential community, outward travel is common, with private motor vehicles representing the primary transport mode at 70%, accompanied by 18% walking and 4% cycling. Average household motor vehicle ownership sits at 1.3 per dwelling, while 19.3% of employed residents worked remotely according to the 2021 Census (which may have been influenced by COVID-19).
Transit route frequency averages 370 daily scheduled journeys across the network, translating to approximately 216 services per individual stop each week.
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68.9% of residents in Forrest report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 88% of areas nationally. 3.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 87.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.3 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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AreaSearch evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic condition incidence highlight exceptional health metrics across Forrest, characterised by minimal rates of major ailments throughout all age cohorts. Private health insurance participation is remarkably widespread, covering roughly 87% of all inhabitants (1,699 people). This significantly surpasses coverage levels across Australian Capital Territory (62.4%) and the overall national benchmark of 55.7%. The two most widely reported chronic health conditions within the suburb are asthma and arthritis, each impacting 7.8 and 7.8% of the local population respectively, whereas 68.9% of residents stated that they have no diagnosed chronic health conditions, compared to 70.2% across Australian Capital Territory.
Furthermore, health standards among persons under 65 exceed standard benchmarks. Older residents aged 65 and over make up 26.8% of the population (520 people), notably higher than the territory proportion of 14.2%, with the senior demographic demonstrating strong health metrics aligned with broader national standards.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
25.9% of Forrest residents were born overseas and 20.0% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.7%) and Australian (20.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural background statistics place Forrest among the more diverse communities nationally, with 25.9% of residents born abroad and 20.0% using a non-English language in their domestic environment. Christianity forms the dominant religious affiliation, representing 49.0% of the local population. Judaism shows a distinct local presence at 0.8% of residents, contrasting with the Australian Capital Territory average of 0.2%. Looking at parental lineage, the primary ancestries reported by Forrest inhabitants are English (23.7%), Australian (20.2%), and Irish (10.5%). Other notable ancestral representations above broader regional rates include Polish background at 1.4% (against 0.8% regionally), French heritage at 1.1% (compared to 0.5%), and Scottish ancestry capturing 9.6% of residents (relative to 7.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Forrest is 47, older than 84% of areas nationally. 28.4% 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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Forrest exhibits a distinct demographic skew towards mature and retired living. Projections updated to August 2026 reveal that seniors aged 65 and over account for 26.8% of the populace, compared with 14.2% across Australian Capital Territory, while children and young persons aged 0 - 24 comprise 21.1% versus a regional benchmark of 31.4%. The median age remains steady at an estimated 47 as at August 2026, identical to the 2021 Census figure and 12 years above the territory median of 35 recorded at that Census, which compares to a nationwide median of 38.
The share of retirees and seniors has climbed from 23.1% at the Census to an estimated 26.8%, primarily reflecting cohort aging: the 5 to 14 bracket decreased from 8.9% to an estimated 6.2%, while the 15 to 24 group rose from 10.3% to 12.7%. Looking ahead to 2041, the senior age groups (65+) are forecast to see the largest absolute gain, increasing by 197 residents (38%) to reach 717, while younger cohorts (0 - 24) and middle-aged demographics are projected to diminish.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Forrest
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 4 months ago all 2 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 — 12 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (1,827 at the 2021 Census → 1,944 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 (801061063). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.