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East Arnhem has an estimated 8,150 residents, up from 6,983 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,167 people, or 16.7%. Natural increase accounts for 87.1% of that increase. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. 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 population of East Arnhem reaches roughly 8,150 as of Aug 2026. Relative to the 6,983 people counted during the 2021 Census, this represents an addition of 1,167 people (16.7%). These estimates are derived from an ABS estimated resident population figure of 8,130 as of June 2025 alongside 31 validated new addresses recorded following the Census date. With a population density of 0.30 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers substantial physical space per resident. Outperforming both the broader territory and the national benchmark of 9.5%, East Arnhem's 16.7% expansion rate since the 2021 census positions it at the forefront of regional growth.
Natural increase served as the primary growth engine, underpinning roughly 87.1% of recent population additions. Projections for each individual SA2 territory compiled by Geoscience Australia and the ABS, published in 2024 using 2022 as a base year, are utilized by AreaSearch. For intervals extending beyond 2032 or areas not captured within this series, cohort-specific growth rates from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (utilizing 2022 data) are applied. Looking toward upcoming demographic trajectories, overall population gains are slated to trail just under the median recorded for non-metropolitan districts, with the latest annual ERP numbers indicating an expansion of 890 persons to 2041, culminating in a cumulative growth rate of 10.7% across the 16 years.
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51 new dwellings have been approved in East Arnhem over the past five years, an average of 10 a year. That is 1.3 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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Residential approvals in East Arnhem have averaged roughly 10 new homes annually, totalling 51 homes approved across the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Because local population contracted in the preceding interval, this incoming volume has likely satisfied prevailing demand and provided sufficient purchasing options, with newly constructed dwellings carrying an average value of $548,000. Furthermore, commercial building approvals reached $1.2 million this financial year, underscoring the predominantly residential character of the locality. Per capita building activity across East Arnhem trails Rest of NT by 16.0% and ranks in the 19th percentile nationwide, creating a tighter selection for prospective buyers and directing interest toward established stock.
Falling below the national benchmark as well, this subdued development pace highlights the established nature of the region and points to prospective planning constraints. Incoming residential construction is divided evenly between detached dwellings (50.0%) and medium-to-high density formats such as townhouses or apartments (50.0%). This pivot toward higher-density options creates accessible entry-level price points that appeal to first-time buyers, downsizers, and property investors. It also marks a noticeable departure from the prevailing housing stock (which currently consists of 96.0% houses), answering changing lifestyle preferences and affordability requirements amidst a dwindling supply of greenfield development sites. Based on the most recent quarterly calculation from AreaSearch, demographic forecasts anticipate East Arnhem will gain 870 residents by 2041. Ongoing building volumes appear well-aligned with projected demand, promoting balanced property market conditions without triggering sharp price escalations.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside East Arnhem, worth an estimated $9 million. A further 21 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $6.1 billion. 9 are already under construction and 9 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans energy, environmental & disaster management 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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The evolution of an area is heavily shaped by major planning strategies, infrastructure investments, and significant capital projects. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 3 projects possessing notable potential to influence the local area. Prominent initiatives include the Nhulunbuy Master Plan, Bunggulwuy Close Housing Development, Gunyangara (Gove Port) Tourism Precinct, and Australia-Asia PowerLink (AAPowerLink), with subsequent sections highlighting those carrying the greatest direct relevance.
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Gunyangara (Gove Port) Tourism Precinct
A $9.3 million upgrade of marine and land tourism infrastructure at Inverell Bay, Gunyangara, near Nhulunbuy, to support tourism and marine industry growth in East Arnhem as the region diversifies away from mining. Works delivered over three packages included a new 100 metre extended rock groyne, careening facilities for vessel maintenance, a 60 metre detachable floating pontoon, a washdown bay, sealed car park and lighting upgrades, a new entry structure, toilet facilities, and shade and seating at Gove Boat Club.Early works were completed in 2022, with the main $6.9 million construction package running from September 2024 to August 2025. The project achieved 28 percent Aboriginal employment and was officially opened in December 2025. Gove Boat Club now operates the facilities in collaboration with the Ngarrariyal Aboriginal Corporation and Gumatj Corporation.
Bunggulwuy Close Housing Development
A landmark $7 million community-led housing initiative to deliver 11 new two-bedroom units (four duplexes and a triplex) in Nhulunbuy. The homes are designed to meet long-term accommodation needs for essential service providers like St John NT and Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation, and the project includes a strong commitment to Aboriginal employment and training opportunities, supporting the post-mining economic transition of the region.
Nhulunbuy Master Plan
A strategic roadmap guiding the redevelopment and renewal of Nhulunbuy as it transitions from a mining town to a sustainable regional hub. The plan translates the Yolngu Traditional Owners' Vision into a framework for future land tenure, essential services, and infrastructure, ensuring long-term liveability post-2029 mine closure.
Growing Tourism in Kakadu Infrastructure Upgrades
Australian Government program to upgrade visitor infrastructure across Kakadu National Park and support Jabiru's transition to a tourism-based economy after the Ranger Uranium Mine closure. The package includes road and access upgrades, campground and visitor facility improvements, communications works, Jabiru remediation, and up to $60 million toward a new Indigenous-led World Heritage Visitor Centre. Current works include road upgrades to Kubara, Maguk and Jim Jim Falls roads, with further works planned for Gimbat and Gunlom roads, plus boardwalk, accessibility and amenity upgrades at key visitor areas including Twin Falls, Warradjan Aboriginal Cultural Centre, Yellow Water and multiple campgrounds.
Jabiru Masterplan
The Jabiru Masterplan is a 446 million dollar redevelopment transforming the former uranium mining town into a sustainable tourism and regional services hub within Kakadu National Park. Governed by the Gundjeihmi Aboriginal Corporation Jabiru Town (GACJT) on behalf of the Mirarr Traditional Owners, the project includes the Jabiru Lakeside Precinct, a new World Heritage Visitor Centre, and the Bininj Resource and Development Centre. Following the 2021 land hand back, the project focuses on reorienting the town towards the lake, upgrading essential infrastructure, and implementing renewable energy solutions to ensure a vibrant post-mining future for the community.
Jabiru Hybrid Renewable Power Station
Hybrid microgrid supplying Jabiru with at least 50% renewable energy over the long term, integrating a 3.9 MW solar farm, a 3 MW/5 MWh battery, and 4.5 MW of diesel generation. Operations commenced in February 2022.
Jabiru Housing Remediation
Refurbishment of over 160 residential properties in Jabiru to ensure they meet government standards prior to handover to Traditional Owners. The project included a range of works from minor refurbishments to extensive overhauls, including asbestos removal.
RAAF Base Tindal Redevelopment
Major upgrade program at RAAF Base Tindal near Katherine, NT, to enhance airbase capacity and resilience. Scope includes runway and taxiway upgrades, new air movements terminal and parking apron, expanded fuel storage, facilities for the new Triton remotely piloted drone fleet, power, water, and sewer upgrades, and 108 new live-in units for personnel. Works are being delivered under Stage 6 Redevelopment and the US Force Posture Initiatives, managed by Lendlease with packages led by contractors including BMD.
1,960 residents of East Arnhem are employed, from a labour force of 2,474. Unemployment sits at 20.8%, with participation at 39.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. 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 force in East Arnhem displays a balanced distribution between blue and white-collar occupations, supported by a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of 20.8%, and estimated yearly employment growth of 2.1%. A total of 1,960 residents are in work as of March 2026, though the local jobless rate exceeds the 5.9% recorded across Regional NT by 14.9%, highlighting ongoing capacity for improvement alongside a subdued participation rate of 39.6% (compared to 69.8% across Regional NT). Census records indicate that only 1.3% of workers carried out their duties from home, an outcome that must be interpreted in the context of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions.
Retail trade, education & training, along with health care & social assistance constitute the primary sectors employing local residents. The education & training sector is especially prominent, maintaining a workforce concentration 2.2 times greater than the regional benchmark. Conversely, public administration & safety is underrepresented locally, accounting for 12.9% of the local workforce relative to 17.9% across Regional NT. When contrasting the Census working population against resident totals, the district displays a relatively constrained base of local job opportunities. Analysis of ABS and SALM figures by AreaSearch reveals that during the 12 months to March 2026, local employment expanded by 2.1% while the labour pool enlarged by 2.7%, pushing the unemployment rate up by 0.5 percentage points. In comparison, Regional NT experienced a 2.8% uptick in employment alongside a 2.7% increase in the labour force, leading to a marginal reduction in unemployment. Additional guidance on upcoming workforce requirements can be gleaned from Jobs and Skills Australia national employment projections from Mar-26. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied against the local industry distribution to outline future employment trajectories. Across the nation, total employment is projected to climb 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with distinct variations across individual industries. Weighting these projections against East Arnhem's specific industry profile suggests local job opportunities could grow by 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (note that this represents a direct weighting extrapolation for demonstration and excludes localized population models).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in East Arnhem is $1,552 a week (about $81,000 a year), with median personal income at $298 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $47,002 a year against an average of $61,767. 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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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of ATO figures for financial year 2023, personal earnings across the East Arnhem SA2 sit below the Australian benchmark. Taxpayer median income stands at $47,002 while the average income is $61,767, compared against Regional NT figures of $53,572 and $63,776 respectively. Accounting for Wage Price Index gains of 9.41% since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $51,425 for median earnings and $67,579 for average earnings as of March 2026. Based on Census findings, individual earnings sit at the bottom-most percentile ($298 weekly), whereas household earnings show greater strength at the 38th percentile.
In terms of earnings brackets, the largest segment includes 38.8% of the community (3,162 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring broader metropolitan patterns where 33.6% fall into this tier. Dwellings retain 94.4% of funds after servicing housing costs, though overall disposable income remains below average at the 50th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
East Arnhem had 1,076 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 1% are owned with a mortgage, 94% rented and 5% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $90 a week and the median mortgage repayment $997 a month. Rent absorbs 5.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 14.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, residential stock across East Arnhem was overwhelmingly comprised of separate houses at 96.2%, with remaining dwellings (including semi-detached formats, apartments, and other configurations) accounting for 3.8%, compared to 75.6% houses and 24.5% other dwellings in Regional NT. Outright home ownership within East Arnhem stood at 5.2%, trailing the broader territory, while 0.8% of residences were subject to a mortgage and 94.0% were occupied by renters. Typical monthly mortgage payments were noticeably lower than the Regional NT benchmark of $1,733, registering at $997, whereas typical weekly rent was $90 compared to $150 across the wider region.
When benchmarked against national averages, East Arnhem records substantially lower mortgage expenses than Australia's $1,863 and rent payments well beneath the countrywide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
East Arnhem counted 1,076 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,256 today, averaging 5.1 people each. 42% are couples with children, more than in 83% of areas nationally, against 13% couples without children. 11% 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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Family units constitute the vast majority of local households at 88.2%, consisting of couples with children (42.2%), single parent families (27.7%), and couples without children (12.6%). Non-family arrangements make up the remaining 11.8%, led by single-person households at 11.4% and group living environments representing 1.0%. The typical household size of 5.1 people noticeably surpasses the Regional NT figure of 3.1.
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8.2% of adults in East Arnhem hold a university qualification, including 5.1% with a bachelor degree and 2.0% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 97% of areas nationally. A further 14.5% hold a vocational qualification. 10 schools serve the area, with 1,570 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 604 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 educational attainment presents an ongoing hurdle in the region, as only 8.2% of residents possess a university degree compared with the national average of 30.4%, creating a clear target for future educational initiatives. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees represent 5.1%, postgraduate qualifications make up 2.0%, and graduate diplomas account for 1.1%. Vocational qualifications are held by 17.4% of the population aged 15+, comprising certificates (14.5%) and advanced diplomas (2.9%). Formal study engagement is substantial across the community, with 29.0% of residents actively enrolled in education. This distribution includes 14.6% attending primary school, 9.0% enrolled in secondary education, and 1.0% engaged in higher education.
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82.3% of residents in East Arnhem report no long-term health condition. 4.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 15.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of chronic illness and mortality rates, East Arnhem tracks closely against countrywide health metrics, exhibiting typical occurrences of common medical conditions across both younger and older demographics. Meanwhile, private health insurance coverage is somewhat limited, covering approximately 50% of the overall population (~4,058 people) compared to the Australian benchmark of 55.7%. Diabetes and heart disease represent the most prevalent chronic conditions in the locality, recorded among 4.1% and 6.1% of residents respectively. Conversely, 82.3% of the community reported having no long-term health ailments, exceeding the 78.4% figure observed throughout Regional NT.
Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 5.7% of the local population (464 people), falling beneath the 8.5% share seen across Regional NT. Older community members demonstrate especially positive health outcomes, achieving national rankings that surpass those of the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
East Arnhem is largely Australian-born, at 98.1% of residents, with 94.1% speaking a language other than English at home. Australian Aboriginal is the largest reported ancestry, at 89.1% of residents. 89.1% 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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Cultural diversity metrics in East Arnhem exceed standard benchmarks, with 1.9% of residents born abroad and 94.1% using a language other than English in their households. Christianity is the predominant religious faith, representing 59.9% of the local population. However, the most pronounced divergence appears in the Other religious category, which encompasses 24.1% of residents in comparison to 5.2% across Regional NT. Examining parental ancestry, the three primary heritage groups in East Arnhem are Australian Aboriginal at 89.1% (substantially exceeding the 43.6% regional benchmark), English at 3.0% (well below the 14.3% regional level), and Australian at 2.5% (trailing the 14.9% regional rate).
Notable variations are also evident across other cultural backgrounds, with Samoan ancestry accounting for 0.1% in East Arnhem compared to 0.2% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of East Arnhem is 29, younger than 99% of areas nationally. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 35.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The demographic profile of East Arnhem leans heavily toward younger age brackets. Based on calculations updated to August 2026, children and young adults (0 - 24) constitute 40.3% of the community, exceeding the 35.2% share in Regional NT, whereas retirees and seniors (65+) make up 5.7% relative to 8.5% regionally. AreaSearch figures place the median age at 29 as at August 2026, rising from 28 at the 2021 Census, which remains 2 years beneath the Regional NT median of 31 and well under the nationwide median of 38 recorded at that Census.
Since the Census, the proportion of children and young adults has decreased from 44.7% to an estimated 40.3%. Between now and 2041, the largest numerical gain is forecast in the middle aged and young retiree demographic (45 - 64), expanding by 423 residents (27%) to reach 2,010. In percentage terms, the retiree and elderly bracket is set to grow fastest with a 47% rise to 682 residents, while youth and young adult cohorts are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for East Arnhem
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 3 months ago all 1 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 Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 31 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (6,983 at the 2021 Census → 8,150 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 (702041063). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.