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Nhulunbuy has an estimated 3,806 residents, up from 3,267 at the 2021 Census — a change of 539 people, or 16.5%. Growth has averaged 1.7% a year over five years, faster than 87% of areas nationally. Natural increase accounts for 66.5% of that increase. That puts 498 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 population of Nhulunbuy is approximately 3,806 as of May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 539 people (16.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 3,267 people. This shift is calculated using the estimated resident population of 3,806 reported by the ABS as of June 2025 alongside 5 validated new addresses identified since the Census date. With these numbers, the region records a density ratio of 497 persons per square kilometer, offering substantial space per inhabitant and potential capacity for future growth.
The 16.5% growth rate of Nhulunbuy since the 2021 census outpaced the national average (9.3%) as well as the state, positioning the locality as a leader in regional growth. The expansion of the population in the district was largely propelled by natural growth, which accounted for roughly 66.5% of the overall population gains in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for individual SA2 regions, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and to calculate growth across all territories for the years after 2032, AreaSearch applies growth rates structured by age cohort to each area, derived from the latest Greater Capital Region projections of the ABS (published in 2023, based on 2022 data). Observing ongoing demographic trends, the area is projected to experience population growth above the median for regional areas in Australia, with the locality expected to add 506 persons by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP population statistics, representing a total increase of 13.3% over the 16 years.
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Nhulunbuy experiences very limited residential building activity, recording 2 dwelling approvals annually (14 approvals over five years). Such minor development volumes are typical of rural localities where housing requirements are quiet and building activity is naturally constrained by local market demand and infrastructure limits. It is worth noting that because of the small sample size, individual development initiatives can dramatically affect annual growth figures and relative comparisons. Nhulunbuy displays much lower levels of building activity than the Rest of NT. This pattern of development is also significantly below national benchmarks.
Of the recent construction projects, 67.0% consisted of detached houses and 33.0% consisted of medium and high-density housing, demonstrating a growing selection of medium-density choices that establish a range of options across different price points, from standard family homes to more affordable compact dwellings. This represents a major shift from the existing housing mix (which stands at 86.0% houses), reflecting a decline in the availability of building sites while meeting changing lifestyle preferences and affordability needs. Demographic predictions suggest Nhulunbuy will add 506 residents by 2041 (utilizing the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch). If the current pace of construction persists, the supply of housing might fail to match population expansion, which could intensify competition among purchasers and help drive stronger price growth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Nhulunbuy, worth an estimated $16 million. A further 20 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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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and urban planning changes can significantly alter an area's performance. In total, 2 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a likely impact on the region. Significant initiatives include the Bunggulwuy Close Housing Development, the Nhulunbuy Master Plan, the Northern Territory Freight Rail And Logistics Capacity Improvements, and the Network Optimisation Program - Rail, with the subsequent list detailing those projects of greatest relevance.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
3,041 residents of Nhulunbuy are employed, from a labour force of 3,060. Unemployment sits at 0.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 3,057, about 80% 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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The workforce in Nhulunbuy is highly educated, featuring strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 0.6%, and an estimated employment growth of 2.7% over the past year. In March 2026, 3,041 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 5.3% lower than the Regional NT rate of 5.9%, while workforce participation stood far above the norm (107.0% compared to 69.9% in Regional NT). According to Census statistics, a minimal 2.6% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be kept in mind. The primary employment sectors for local residents are mining, health care & social assistance, and public administration & safety.
The region displays a high concentration in mining, where the employment share is 6.9 times the regional average. Conversely, public administration & safety is underrepresented, employing only 10.9% of the Nhulunbuy workforce compared to 17.9% in Regional NT. Even though local job opportunities exist within the district, it appears a large number of residents travel to other areas for work, based on the ratio of the Census working population to the local population. According to the AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics, during the year ending March 2026, employment figures grew by 2.7% and the labour force expanded by 2.8%, keeping unemployment virtually unchanged. This differs from Regional NT, where employment grew by 2.8%, the labour force expanded by 2.7%, and unemployment decreased slightly. Future demand trends in Nhulunbuy can be further analyzed using the national employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25. These estimates, looking at five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local employment makeup to project growth patterns. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of growth vary greatly across different industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment structure of Nhulunbuy indicates that local employment should grow by 6.0% over five years and 13.3% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not account for local population forecasts).
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Median household income in Nhulunbuy is $2,799 a week (about $146,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,506 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,696 a year against an average of $80,965. 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 level ATO statistics from AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that incomes within the Nhulunbuy SA2 are among the highest nationwide, with a median of $63,696 and an average of $80,965. This is higher than the Regional NT figures, which show a median income of $53,572 and an average of $63,776. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 9.41% since financial year 2023, current calculations place these figures at roughly $69,690 (median) and $88,584 (average) as of March 2026. Census statistics show that household, family, and personal incomes in Nhulunbuy are positioned high, ranging between the 95th and 97th percentiles nationally.
Income distributions show that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings bracket includes 39.6% of the population (1,507 individuals), resembling trends in the broader region where 33.6% are in this range. The area shows notable wealth, with 45.9% of residents earning more than $3,000 weekly, which supports high-end retail and services. Once housing costs are paid, residents keep 96.0% of their earnings, demonstrating strong purchasing power, and the local SEIFA income ranking falls within the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Nhulunbuy had 840 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 5% apartments. 3% are owned with a mortgage, 91% rented and 6% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $110 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,741 a month. Rent absorbs 3.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 14.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential property structure in Nhulunbuy at the time of the latest Census consisted of 86.3% houses and 13.7% other property types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to 75.6% houses and 24.5% other property types in Regional NT. At the same time, the rate of home ownership in Nhulunbuy was behind that of Regional NT at 6.0%, with the remaining properties either mortgaged (3.3%) or rented (90.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the district was higher than the Regional NT average at $1,741, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $110, compared to Regional NT figures of $1,733 and $150.
Across the country, mortgage payments in Nhulunbuy are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rent costs are significantly lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Nhulunbuy counted 840 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 979 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 46% are couples with children, more than in 91% of areas nationally, against 22% couples without children. 21% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 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 majority of homes at 74.6%, which includes 46.3% couples with children, 22.2% couples without children, and 6.3% single parent families. Non-family living situations account for the remaining 25.4% of households, with lone person households representing 21.4% and group households making up 3.2%. The median household size of 2.8 persons is below the Regional NT average of 3.1.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
30.0% of adults in Nhulunbuy hold a university qualification, including 19.0% with a bachelor degree and 6.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 35.3% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 758 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 974 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 level of education in Nhulunbuy is significantly higher than broader regional markers, with 30.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 14.9% in the SA3 area and 20.1% in the SA4 region. This notable educational lead positions the community well for professional opportunities in knowledge sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the largest share at 19.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.3%) and graduate diplomas (4.7%). Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 45.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.9%) and certificates (35.3%).
Engagement in education is remarkably high, with 48.2% of the local population actively enrolled in formal study. This percentage includes 21.7% in primary school, 12.8% in secondary school, and 5.8% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
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Getting around Nhulunbuy means driving: households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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83.3% of residents in Nhulunbuy report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 83% of areas nationally. 1.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 59.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.2 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 metric data reveals excellent results for Nhulunbuy, according to AreaSearch evaluations of mortality rates and chronic health condition prevalence, with very low rates of common health conditions observed across all age ranges, and the level of private health insurance is remarkably high, covering roughly 60% of the population (2,264 people). This stands in contrast to the 51.6% coverage rate recorded across Regional NT. The most frequent medical diagnoses in the region were asthma and mental health conditions, affecting 5.8 and 5.3% of the population, respectively, while 83.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 78.4% in Regional NT.
The area has 5.2% of its population aged 65 and over (197 people), which is below the 8.5% average in Regional NT. Health results among the older demographic are exceptionally strong, with national comparative rankings placing higher than those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Nhulunbuy is largely Australian-born, at 80.8% of residents, with 14.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (28.3%) and English (25.3%). 6.6% 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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Nhulunbuy exhibits higher than average levels of cultural diversity, with 19.2% of the population born outside Australia and 14.3% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion in Nhulunbuy, accounting for 43.0% of the population. The most notable statistical variance is found in the Other category, which represents 0.8% of the population in Nhulunbuy compared to 5.2% across Regional NT. Regarding parent birthplaces, the three largest ancestry groups in Nhulunbuy are Australian, representing 28.3% of the population, which is much higher than the regional average of 14.9%, English, representing 25.3% of the population, which is much higher than the regional average of 14.3%, and Other, representing 8.9% of the population.
There are also distinct differences in the presence of other backgrounds: Maori is notably represented at 1.8% of Nhulunbuy (vs 0.7% regionally), Australian Aboriginal at 6.6% (vs 43.6%), and South Australian at 0.7% (vs 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Nhulunbuy is 34, younger than 88% of areas nationally. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 26.4% 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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With a median age of 34, Nhulunbuy is slightly older than the Regional NT median of 31, but much younger than the Australian median of 38. The age distribution shows a high concentration of 35 - 44 year-olds (19.8%), whereas the 25 - 34 age bracket is smaller (14.1%) than in Regional NT. This 35 - 44 concentration is higher than the national figure of 14.3%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 9.9% to 12.2% of the population. In contrast, the 25 to 34 group has dropped from 16.5% to 14.1% and the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 19.6% to 17.9%.
By 2041, Nhulunbuy is projected to see notable changes in its age structure. The 45 to 54 cohort is forecast to grow steadily, rising by 167 people (31%) from 546 to 714. Conversely, the number of residents in the 35 to 44 age range is expected to decrease by 26.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Nhulunbuy
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 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 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 — 5 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,267 at the 2021 Census → 3,806 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 (702041064). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.