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The median house price in Kingscliff - Fingal Head is $1.95m, with units at $1.06m. House values have moved 0.6% a year compounded over five years.
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Kingscliff - Fingal Head has an estimated 15,561 residents, up from 14,818 at the 2021 Census — a change of 743 people, or 5.0%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. 408 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 72.9% of that increase. That puts 405 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 the analysis conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Kingscliff - Fingal Head is approximately 15,561 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 743 people (5.0%) from the 14,818 people recorded in the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 15,489 as of June 2025 alongside 408 validated new addresses registered since the Census. The region has a population density of 404 persons per square kilometer, which indicates plenty of space for residents and opportunities for future building. The 5.0% expansion rate since the 2021 census positioned Kingscliff - Fingal Head ahead of the broader SA4 region (3.7%) and the SA3 area, making it a frontrunner for growth locally.
The main driver of this population rise was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 72.9% of the total demographic gains in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes the 2024 population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, using 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 locations where this data is unavailable, projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied. The growth rates across different age cohorts from these sources are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these demographic forecasts, regional areas outside of capital cities are anticipated to experience population growth above the median rate. Specifically, the population of this area is projected to grow by 2,935 persons by 2041 when measured against the latest annual ERP statistics, representing an overall increase of 18.4% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
487 new dwellings have been approved in Kingscliff - Fingal Head over the past five years, an average of 97 a year. That places the area in the 78th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 83 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 53% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 99, broadly in line with 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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Approval figures show that Kingscliff - Fingal Head averages approximately 97 new residential approvals annually, with a total of 487 homes approved during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 91 approved so far in FY-26. With an average influx of 1.6 new residents per year per finished dwelling over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), the local residential sector indicates a healthy equilibrium between incoming supply and demand, contributing to stable market conditions. New dwellings carry an average building cost of $699,000, indicating that developers are focusing their efforts on the higher-end, premium tier of the market.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $731.1 million this financial year, pointing to strong investment by local enterprises. When compared to the Rest of NSW, development activity per resident in Kingscliff - Fingal Head is 112.0% higher, offering prospective buyers a diverse range of choices. The breakdown of new construction consists of 53.0% detached dwellings and 47.0% attached dwellings, demonstrating an increasing availability of medium-density formats that provide options across various price points, ranging from standard standalone houses to more economical compact designs. With approximately 152 people for every building approval, Kingscliff - Fingal Head is characterized by low density. Projecting forward, the population of Kingscliff - Fingal Head is expected to rise by 2,863 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Construction activity is currently matching these projected growth patterns, although buyers might face increased competition as the local population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 19 current infrastructure and development projects inside Kingscliff - Fingal Head, worth an estimated $6.26 billion. A further 160 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $43.9 billion. 51 are already under construction and 74 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 infrastructure projects, major planning decisions, and new developments have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has tracked 51 projects that are anticipated to influence the region. Notable initiatives include the Uniting Kingscliff Redevelopment, Marine & Pearl, Bells Boulevard Kingscliff - Stage 3, and the Kingscliff Crown Lands Development, with details of the most significant works listed below.
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Uniting Kingscliff Redevelopment
The Uniting Kingscliff Redevelopment transforms an aging facility into a modern seniors living community. Approved as a State Significant Development in late 2025, the project includes 199 independent living apartments and a 120-bed residential aged care facility across seven buildings up to four storeys. The village will feature a wellness centre, pool, gym, cinema, and cafe. The design incorporates flood mitigation and sustainable initiatives, including climate-responsive design targeting net zero carbon emissions.
Marine & Pearl
Waterfront development of 24 exclusive luxury ocean-side residences (2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments) in Kingscliff, designed with a modern beach-house aesthetic. Features generous open-plan living, spacious balconies with ocean views, communal pool and entertainment area. Located steps from Kingscliff Beach, village shops, restaurants, Tweed Valley Hospital and Gold Coast Airport. Construction commenced 2024 with expected completion Q4 2025 - early 2026.
Kings Forest
Kings Forest is an 869 hectare masterplanned community on the Tweed Coast being delivered by Stockland. The project will provide around 4,500 dwellings for approximately 11,000 residents together with a town centre, schools, parks, sporting facilities and more than 300 hectares of environmental conservation land. The first residential lots were registered in late 2025, home construction is underway, and ongoing land releases and infrastructure delivery continue through staged development.
Tweed Coast Road Widening and Duplication
Upgrade of 6.1 km of Tweed Coast Road from Morton Street, Chinderah to Grand Parade, Casuarina to a four-lane arterial road. The project is being delivered in six sections and includes drainage improvements, upgraded water and sewer infrastructure, new cycling and pedestrian facilities, and intersection upgrades. Construction of priority Sections 5 and 6 commenced in 2026 following contractor appointment, with completion expected in 2028. The upgrade supports population growth, Kings Forest development and access to Tweed Valley Hospital.
Kingscliff Stormwater Infrastructure Upgrade
Ongoing upgrade to stormwater and drainage infrastructure across Kingscliff, part of Tweed Shire Council's broader stormwater and drainage asset management program to improve flood resilience and water quality management. Works include new drainage pipes and pits, retention basins, and improved outfall structures aimed at reducing flood risk in low-lying, flood-prone parts of the Tweed Coast.
Kingscliff Sports Centre Expansion
Planned expansion of Kingscliff Sports Centre to include additional courts, fitness facilities, and community meeting spaces. Part of broader strategy to enhance recreational facilities in the region.
Bells Boulevard Kingscliff - Stage 3
A five-storey State Significant Development (SSD-83069459) at the northern gateway to Salt Village, Kingscliff, comprising 69 apartments (including 2 affordable housing units), ground-floor retail, basement parking, a central landscaped courtyard, and a rooftop swimming pool. The project includes a concurrent rezoning application to increase the permissible building height from 13.6m to 21m. Stage 3 of a broader 1.59-hectare masterplan by Podia, with earlier approvals covering a 15-lot subdivision and 12 townhouses now under civil works.Currently at Response to Submissions stage with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure.
Kai Kingscliff
An exclusive collection of 14 luxury beachfront residences (3- and 4-bedroom apartments/penthouses) on Dreamtime Beach. Features include a resort-style pool, secure basement parking, EV charging provisions, a 20kW solar array, rainwater harvesting, and green roof systems for sustainability. Construction commenced following demolition in early 2024.
7,394 residents of Kingscliff - Fingal Head are employed, from a labour force of 7,564. Unemployment sits at 2.2%, with participation at 58.7%. 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. 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 workforce in Kingscliff - Fingal Head is highly educated, featuring strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.2%, and an estimated employment growth of 3.5% over the past year. In March 2026, working residents numbered 7,394, with an unemployment rate that sits 1.9% below the 4.1% rate recorded for Regional NSW. The participation rate of the workforce is generally aligned with the 60.6% seen in Regional NSW. Census data indicates that a moderate 23.6% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.
The primary employment fields for local citizens are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The construction sector shows a particularly high concentration of workers, employing residents at 1.3 times the average rate seen across the region. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 1.7% of local employment, compared to 5.3% regionally. Comparing the number of working residents to the local working population at the Census suggests that local job opportunities within the immediate area are relatively limited. According to the analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch, employment grew by 3.5% over the 12-month period, while the overall labor force expanded by 3.9%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Regional NSW experienced a 0.9% drop in employment, a 0.4% contraction in the labor force, and a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on prospective employment demands for Kingscliff - Fingal Head. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local workforce profile to estimate future growth trends. While national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the growth trajectories vary considerably by industry. Applying these sectoral forecasts to the employment distribution of Kingscliff - Fingal Head indicates that local jobs could grow by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes that does not account for local population changes.
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Median household income in Kingscliff - Fingal Head is $1,537 a week (about $80,000 a year), with median personal income at $765 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,050 a year against an average of $77,866. The average runs 50% 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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Data from the ATO at the postcode level, compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, shows a median taxpayer income of $52,050 and an average of $77,866 in the Kingscliff - Fingal Head SA2. These figures are significantly above the national average, contrasting with the median income of $52,390 and average income of $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be roughly $57,422 for the median and $85,902 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Kingscliff - Fingal Head ranked modestly, falling between the 37th and 41st percentiles.
The distribution shows that the largest segment, comprising 27.0% of local taxpayers (4,201 people), falls within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to the broader region where 29.9% are in this category. Affordability pressures are significant, with residents retaining only 82.1% of their income, which ranks in the 36th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the area's income in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Kingscliff - Fingal Head had 5,616 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 63% detached houses and 15% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 45% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $483 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,240 a month. Rent absorbs 31.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 33.6%. 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 composition of housing in Kingscliff - Fingal Head at the time of the latest Census consisted of 63.2% houses and 36.8% other options such as townhouses, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to Regional NSW where houses made up 82.6% and other dwellings accounted for 17.4%. Outright home ownership in Kingscliff - Fingal Head stood at 45.0%, which was notably higher than the level in Regional NSW, while the remaining homes were mortgaged (29.0%) or occupied by tenants (26.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,240, well above the Regional NSW average of $1,733.
Similarly, the median weekly rent of $483 exceeded the Regional NSW average of $330. On a national level, mortgage costs in Kingscliff - Fingal Head are considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices are also significantly above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Kingscliff - Fingal Head counted 5,616 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,898 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 30% couples without children. 28% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 69.3% of all households in the area, consisting of couples with children at 28.8%, couples without children at 30.3%, and single parent households at 9.7%. Non-family households account for the other 30.7% of the total, with single person households representing 27.5% and group households making up 3.2%. The median household size is 2.4 people, matching the regional average for NSW.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
28.3% of adults in Kingscliff - Fingal Head hold a university qualification, including 19.9% with a bachelor degree and 5.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 24.5% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,926 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,010 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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The educational profile of the area is distinct within the region, with university qualification levels at 28.3% of residents aged 15 and over, exceeding both the Rest of NSW average of 21.3% and the SA3 average of 21.5%, showing the community's strong focus on tertiary education. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 19.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Vocational and technical skills are also widely held, with 37.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.6%) and certificates (24.5%).
Participation in study is high throughout the community, with 28.2% of residents enrolled in an educational institution. This population includes 10.5% attending primary school, 8.2% in secondary education, and 3.8% enrolled in tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Kingscliff - Fingal Head reaches 126 stops on 71 routes, timetabled for about 1,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 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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Analysis of local transit shows 126 active transport stops within Kingscliff - Fingal Head, containing a combination of train services and bus stops. These locations are serviced by 71 separate routes, which provide 996 passenger trips per week. Transport access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 185 meters from their nearest stop. Because it is a predominantly residential suburb, most employed residents travel outside the area for work, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 91%, while 5% of commuters walk. Households average 1.3 vehicles per home, which is lower than the regional average.
Around 23.6% of workers worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic circumstances. Service frequency is approximately 142 trips each day across the network, which averages out to about 7 passenger trips per week for each individual stop. The accompanying map illustrates the locations of the 100 closest transit stops relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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67.9% of residents in Kingscliff - Fingal Head report no long-term health condition. 5.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.1 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 statistics show positive trends for the residents of Kingscliff - Fingal Head, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality and medical conditions indicating results that are generally in line with national averages, showing typical occurrences of common health issues across younger and older demographics. The rate of private health insurance is very high, covering approximately 58% of the population (~9,025 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW. The most common medical diagnoses in the region are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 9.4 and 7.6% of the population respectively. Meanwhile, 67.9% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
Residents under the age of 65 experience better than average health outcomes. Individuals aged 65 and over make up 26.7% of the local population (4,154 people), which is higher than the 23.4% proportion in Regional NSW. Health status among these senior residents is above average, with national rankings aligning well with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Kingscliff - Fingal Head is largely Australian-born, at 84.1% of residents, with 4.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.9%) and Australian (26.7%). 3.0% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Kingscliff - Fingal Head displays lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 84.1% of residents born in Australia, 90.5% holding citizenship, and 95.8% speaking only English at home. The primary religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 53.1% of the local population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Looking at ancestral backgrounds based on parents' birthplaces, the three largest groups in Kingscliff - Fingal Head are English at 32.9%, Australian at 26.7%, and Irish at 10.9%. There are also distinct differences in the proportions of other backgrounds compared to the wider region: Scottish ancestry is higher at 8.9% of the population (compared to 8.0% regionally), French stands at 0.6% (compared to 0.4%), and New Zealand ancestry is 0.8% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Kingscliff - Fingal Head is 47, older than 84% of areas nationally. 17.9% 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 Kingscliff - Fingal Head is 47 years, which is notably older than the Regional NSW average of 43 and much higher than the national average of 38 years. The demographic breakdown shows that the 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 15.4%, whereas the 25 - 34 cohort is smaller at 6.8% compared to Regional NSW. This 15.4% share for the 65 - 74 group is significantly higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 9.3% to 11.1% of the population, and the 75 to 84 bracket rose from 7.1% to 8.5%.
In contrast, the 35 to 44 age cohort fell from 12.5% to 11.1%, while the 55 to 64 group decreased from 14.9% to 13.6%. By 2041, the area expects to see major changes in its age distribution. The 75 to 84 group is projected to lead this shift with a 36% increase (representing 475 people), rising from 1,327 to 1,803. The 15 to 24 cohort is expected to grow more slowly at 3%, adding 50 residents.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Kingscliff - Fingal Head
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 19 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 Aug 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 — 408 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (14,818 at the 2021 Census → 15,561 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 (112031250). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.