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Gilmore has an estimated 2,724 residents. That puts 1,329 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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Gilmore has a population of approximately 2,724 as of May 2026, according to analysis by AreaSearch. This is a rise of 18 people (0.7%) from the 2,706 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. The change is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 2,722 alongside 19 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population size represents a density of 1,328 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical average across the national localities analysed. The post-census growth rate of 0.7% in Gilmore is within 0.7 percentage points of the wider SA3 region (1.4%), indicating competitive expansion trends.
Natural growth was the primary driver of this demographic expansion, accounting for approximately 67.9% of the overall population gains in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilised for each SA2 locality. For any SA2 regions lacking this dataset, as well as for any period past 2032, age group growth figures are drawn from the ACT Government's SA2 projections using a 2022 baseline. Based on these anticipated demographic trends, the overall population is projected to shrink over this timeframe, declining by 167 persons by 2041 under this approach. Conversely, expansion is projected within particular age brackets, most notably the 45 to 54 cohort, which is expected to rise by 40 people. Refer to the age section for further details.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
28 new dwellings have been approved in Gilmore over the past five years, an average of 5 a year. That is 2.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 2, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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An average of approximately 5 new home approvals are registered annually in Gilmore, representing 28 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 2 approvals have been recorded. With a ratio of only 0.2 new residents arriving per new dwelling over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), the supply of new housing is matching or outstripping demand, providing buyers with many options and creating room for population growth beyond predicted levels. Additionally, new dwellings are being constructed at an average value of $204,000, which sits below regional averages and provides more affordable choices for buyers.
Compared to Australian Capital Territory, Gilmore has 10.0% less new development (per capita), placing it in the 38th percentile of areas evaluated across the nation, which means fewer options for buyers and sustained demand for existing stock. This rate also sits below the national average, highlighting the suburb's established character and suggesting potential planning limitations. Recent building activity is composed of 20.0% detached houses and 80.0% medium and high-density dwellings. This concentration on higher-density options offers more affordable entry points and appeals to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a clear departure from the current housing stock (where 93.0% are houses), pointing to a decrease in developable land, shifting lifestyle preferences, and the demand for more varied, affordable housing. With approximately 1481 people per approval, Gilmore presents as a mature, developed suburb. Because the population is projected to stay stable or decrease, Gilmore is likely to experience less pressure on housing, which could open up opportunities for purchasers.
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 11 current infrastructure and development projects close to Gilmore, worth an estimated $1.58 billion. 1 are already under construction and 2 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and telecommunications. 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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Developments in local infrastructure, major projects, and town planning initiatives are crucial drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified 0 projects expected to impact this suburb. Notable projects include Monaro Highway Safety Upgrades, Canberra Light Rail Stage 4 - Woden to Tuggeranong, Queanbeyan Regional Integrated Transport Plan, and Deakin Private Hospital, with details of the most relevant initiatives listed below.
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Wanniassa Hills Primary School Modernisation
ACT Government modernisation project at Wanniassa Hills Primary School delivering a preschool upgrade and replacement of existing gas boilers with fully electric heat pumps to improve energy efficiency, thermal comfort and learning environments. The works build on the school's earlier major modernisation program including new learning communities, administration refurbishment, hall improvements and expanded parking. Electrical supply upgrade works were tendered in 2025 to support the new HVAC system.
Erindale Group Centre Master Plan Implementation - Stage 1
A long-term revitalisation of the Erindale Group Centre focused on transforming public spaces, improving pedestrian and active travel links, and upgrading community infrastructure. The 2025-26 ACT Budget specifically funded the Erindale shops upgrade, with concept designs for public space improvements, including new lighting, paving, and furniture, expected for community feedback in 2026. The broader master plan facilitates future mixed-use development and roughly 800 new dwellings to support Tuggeranong growth.
Calwell Retirement Living Precinct
A retirement living precinct proposal by KBDC, featuring 30 one-storey townhouses alongside the Calwell shopping strip.
EV Fast Charging Infrastructure - Calwell (Calwell Shopping Centre)
Public DC fast EV charging delivered at Calwell Shopping Centre and operated by Evie Networks, supported by ACT Government grants and ARENA funding to expand Canberra's charging network.
Canberra Light Rail Stage 4 - Woden to Tuggeranong
Proposed southern extension of the Canberra light rail network connecting Woden Town Centre to Tuggeranong Town Centre via the Athllon Drive corridor. Recent 2026 updates indicate the ACT Government is developing a transit-oriented development (ToD) plan for the Athllon Drive corridor, with conceptual integrated bus and light rail network options for Canberra South expected by June 2026. The project remains part of the long-term City-wide Light Rail Network plan to support a population of 500,000.
Calwell Public Housing Development
30 new public housing townhouses (2 and 3 bedroom) built to Class C Adaptable standards. Features evaporative heating/cooling, 6-star energy rating hot water systems, double-glazed windows, and sustainable design.
Calwell Group Centre improvements
Public space upgrades at local shops including new seating, playground with nature play elements, accessible parking bays, improved pedestrian access, upgraded lighting, and enhanced landscaping. Features nest swing, trampolines, slide, steppers and new shade sail.
The Valley Ponds - Wanniassa
Proposed medium-density residential estate of approximately 120-150 townhouses and apartments on former open space land between Wanniassa Hills and the Erindale Centre, part of the broader Indicative Land Release Program.
1,394 residents of Gilmore are employed, from a labour force of 1,488. Unemployment sits at 6.3%, with participation at 69.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,117, about 78% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Gilmore possesses a qualified workforce, with substantial representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of 6.3%, and relatively stable employment conditions over the preceding year. As of March 2026, 1,394 local residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 2.3% higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.1%, and labor force participation is close to the Australian Capital Territory level of 70.8%. Census data indicates that a small proportion of residents (9.1%) worked from home, though the effects of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind. The main employment sectors for local residents are public administration & safety, construction, and health care & social assistance.
The suburb has a notable concentration in construction, where employment is 1.8 times higher than the regional average. On the other hand, professional & technical services have a minor footprint, accounting for 7.5% of jobs compared to 11.1% across the region. Comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests this largely residential suburb provides limited local employment options. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics, in the twelve months leading to March 2026, the local workforce grew by 1.0% while overall employment fell by 0.1%, resulting in a 1.1 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Australian Capital Territory recorded a 0.3% rise in employment and a 1.1% increase in the workforce, with the unemployment rate rising by 0.7 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia issued in May-25 offer additional context on future demand in Gilmore. These projections, spanning five and ten-year periods, are applied to the local workforce profile to estimate future growth trends. Though national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary significantly across different sectors. Applying these industry projections to the local employment distribution in Gilmore suggest local jobs could rise by 6.3% over five years and 12.9% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for comparison and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Gilmore is $2,416 a week (about $126,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,164 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $72,121 a year against an average of $78,690. 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 most recent postcode ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that incomes in the Gilmore SA2 are very high on a national scale, with a median of $72,121 and an average of $78,690. This compares to the Australian Capital Territory averages of a median of $72,206 and an average of $85,981. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at approximately $79,650 (median) and $86,905 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census confirms that household, family, and personal incomes in Gilmore rank in the upper tier nationally, placing between the 88th and 89th percentiles.
Income distribution shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket includes 36.6% of the population (996 people), which aligns with the broader regional pattern where 34.3% fall into this band. Financial strength is demonstrated by the 37.9% of households earning high weekly incomes above $3,000, which underpins strong consumer spending. Residents retain 86.8% of their income once housing costs are paid, indicating high purchasing power, and the suburb ranks in the 7th decile for SEIFA income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Gilmore had 948 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 93% detached houses and 0% apartments. 46% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $430 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,048 a month. Rent absorbs 17.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in Gilmore at the time of the last Census consisted of 92.8% houses and 7.2% other housing types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings in Australian Capital Territory. Home ownership rates in Gilmore were much higher than the Australian Capital Territory average at 30.5%, with remaining homes being purchased under a mortgage (46.1%) or occupied by tenants (23.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the suburb was $2,048, which is lower than the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080, while the median weekly rent was $430, compared to $450 in Australian Capital Territory.
On a national level, Gilmore's mortgage payments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices are notably higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Gilmore counted 948 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 75% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 19% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the vast majority of homes at 80.7%, consisting of couples with children at 38.6%, couples without children at 27.8%, and single parent households at 13.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 19.3%, which is comprised of lone person households at 18.6% and group households at 1.2%. The median household size of 2.8 people is larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
24.8% of adults in Gilmore hold a university qualification, including 16.2% with a bachelor degree and 4.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 23.4% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 130 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 969 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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Educational challenges exist in the suburb, with university graduation rates (24.8%) falling well below the SA4 regional average of 46.8%. This gap highlights both an area of need and an opportunity for targeted learning programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 16.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.9%) and graduate diplomas (3.7%). Technical and trade qualifications are common, with 35.2% of residents aged 15 and over holding vocational credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.8%) and certificates (23.4%). Participation in study is quite high, with 27.4% of local residents currently enrolled in an educational institution.
This population includes 9.9% in primary school, 7.7% in secondary school, and 3.4% enrolled in tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Gilmore reaches 15 stops on 32 routes, timetabled for about 2,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 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 transport analysis identifies 15 active transit stops in Gilmore, which are served by buses. These stops accommodate 32 separate routes, providing a total of 2,359 passenger journeys each week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 202 meters from their nearest transit stop. Being a highly residential area, the majority of commuters travel outside the suburb, and cars remain the primary transport method at 94%. Households own an average of 1.8 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low proportion of residents work from home, at 9.1% (per the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions).
Service frequency averages 337 journeys per day across the network, which translates to approximately 157 weekly journeys per transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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66.9% of residents in Gilmore report no long-term health condition. 5.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.3 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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Health assessments point to below-average outcomes in Gilmore, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and the rate of chronic illnesses, with typical medical conditions slightly more common than average across younger and older age brackets, while the rate of private health insurance is very high at approximately 58% of the population (~1,590 people). This compares to a rate of 62.4% across Australian Capital Territory. Asthma and mental health issues are the most common medical diagnoses in the suburb, affecting 9.7 and 9.4% of residents, respectively, while 66.9% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 70.2% across Australian Capital Territory.
The workforce cohort experiences notable health issues, with higher rates of chronic conditions. Residents aged 65 and over make up 15.3% of the community (415 people). Among these seniors, health outcomes are above average, with national rankings that exceed those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Gilmore is largely Australian-born, at 81.5% of residents, with 15.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (28.0%) and English (25.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Gilmore displays above-average levels of cultural diversity, with 18.5% of its population born outside of Australia and 15.2% using a language other than English in their homes. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 50.5% of the Gilmore population. However, the most notable difference in representation is in Buddhism, which accounts for 2.1% of residents compared to 3.0% across Australian Capital Territory. Looking at ancestral backgrounds (parental country of birth), the three most common heritages in Gilmore are Australian at 28.0% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional average of 23.0%, English at 25.4%, and Irish at 9.3%.
There are also distinct variations in the proportions of other ancestral groups: Serbian heritage is overrepresented at 0.8% of Gilmore (compared to 0.4% regionally), Spanish is at 0.7% (compared to 0.5%), and Dutch is at 1.7% (compared to 1.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Gilmore is 37. 24.0% 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 median age in Gilmore is 37 years, making it slightly older than the Australian Capital Territory median of 35, but close to the national average of 38. The 55 - 64 age bracket is strongly represented at 13.2% compared to Australian Capital Territory, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 13.0%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 2.4% to 4.5% of the population, and the 0 to 4 group has increased from 6.1% to 7.7%. In contrast, the 55 to 64 group has fallen from 14.9% to 13.2%.
Population projections for 2041 point to significant changes in Gilmore's demographics. The 45 to 54 cohort is expected to grow steadily, rising by 26 people (8%) from 341 to 368. Notably, residents aged 65 and over will account for 50% of the total population growth, illustrating the aging profile of the suburb. Conversely, the 55 to 64 and 75 to 84 groups are projected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Gilmore
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) | May 2026 3 months ago all 13 measures |
| 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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 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 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 19 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,706 at the 2021 Census → 2,724 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 (801071077). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.