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Rapid Creek has an estimated 3,564 residents, up from 3,261 at the 2021 Census — a change of 303 people, or 9.3%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 70.4% of that increase. That puts 1,856 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 by AreaSearch, the population of Rapid Creek is estimated at 3,564 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 303 people (9.3%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,261 residents. The adjustment is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 3,564 for June 2025 and 1 validated new addresses registered since the Census. This population count results in a density of 1,856 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure for national locations examined by AreaSearch. The growth rate of 9.3% since the census is within 2.1 percentage points of the wider SA3 area (11.4%), indicating competitive local growth.
The primary contributor to this population increase was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 70.4% of the total gains in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for SA2 regions published in 2024, using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this specific dataset, and to project demographic trends beyond 2032, growth rates categorized by age cohorts from the latest ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023 and based on 2022 data) are applied. Factoring in these expected demographic shifts, the population is predicted to grow faster than the median of national statistical regions, expanding by 472 individuals by 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP statistics, which equates to a 13.2% rise over the 16 years.
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Rapid Creek recorded an average of roughly 2 new dwelling approvals each year, resulting in a total of 11 residential projects over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 1 approvals have been documented. With an average of 8 new residents added per year for every completed dwelling during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand remains much stronger than supply, a dynamic that commonly drives up prices and intensifies buyer competition, with new homes constructed at an average cost of $459,000, indicating that developers are focusing on the higher-end market with premium properties.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals reached $1.2 million this financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the locality. In comparison to Greater Darwin, Rapid Creek shows significantly reduced construction activity, sitting at 65.0% below regional average per person. This constraint on new residential supply generally maintains demand and supports values for existing housing. This rate also sits below the national norm, reflecting a mature suburb and hinting at potential planning restrictions. Additionally, all recent construction projects have consisted of detached homes, preserving the traditional low-density feel of the area and appealing to families looking for space. Interestingly, developers are building a higher share of detached housing than historical patterns would suggest (41.0% at Census), showing that the demand for family residences remains high despite broader trends toward densification. The area has roughly 1446 people per dwelling approval, showing a well-established property market. Looking forward, the population of Rapid Creek is projected to increase by 472 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If the current pace of home building remains unchanged, residential supply is likely to fall short of population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support upward price pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Rapid Creek, worth an estimated $80 million. A further 12 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $436 million. 6 are already under construction and 6 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans education & training, 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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Infrastructure updates, major regional projects, and planning changes have a significant influence on local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 4 projects expected to affect the local area. Notable projects include the Social Housing Accelerator Payment (SHAP) - Greater Darwin / Nightcliff, the CDU - Centre for Better Health Futures, the John Stokes Square Redevelopment, and the Royal Darwin Hospital Mental Health Inpatient Unit and CSSD Upgrade, with details provided on those most relevant to the suburb.
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Social Housing Accelerator Payment (SHAP) - Greater Darwin / Nightcliff
The Australian Government committed $50 million to deliver up to 100 new social and accessible homes across the Northern Territory under the Social Housing Accelerator Payment (SHAP). The NT Government is delivering the program, with homes built to adaptable standards to suit seniors and people with mobility issues. In the Top End, the first 8 homes across Rapid Creek, Tiwi and Wanguri were completed in July 2025 by C&R Constructions. A further 6 Top End homes are due to commence October 2025 with completion by mid-2026.Concurrent construction is underway in Katherine East (9 homes), Tennant Creek (3 homes) and Alice Springs (6 homes), all targeting mid-2026 completion.
Sea Breeze Apartments
Sea Breeze is a six storey residential and commercial development on the corner of Progress Drive and Dick Ward Drive in Coconut Grove, on the fringe of the Nightcliff Commercial Precinct in Darwin. The project comprises 92 apartments (a mix of two and three bedroom layouts across ten floorplans) above two levels of underground parking, plus around 700 sqm of ground floor commercial and retail space. Originally designed in 2015, construction was halted in 2016 when the NT property market downturn hit, with only the basement car parks and ground floor commercial level completed at that time.Builder and developer Sunbuild restarted works on site in 2023 following a renewed period of growth in the Territory economy, and the project is currently under construction and selling off the plan.
Nightcliff Village Masterplan
City of Darwin is delivering the Nightcliff Village Masterplan through staged public realm upgrades to revitalise the village centre. Stage 1 streetscape beautification was completed in November 2024, including upgraded pedestrian access, new trees, lighting, stormwater improvements, public art and laneway enhancements. Additional stages will progressively deliver further landscaping, seating, shade, artwork and public space improvements.
Casuarina Square Redevelopment
A major redevelopment of Casuarina Square, the Northern Territory's largest shopping centre, owned and managed by Sentinel Property Group. Work began on 21 July 2025 on the estimated $60 million project, which includes a full Woolworths supermarket fitout and mall specialty upgrade, the Northern Territory's first Woolworths Direct-to-Boot service, a raised and expanded undercover carpark on Trower Rd, and an enclosed, air-conditioned redevelopment of The Quarter dining precinct with an expanded mix of food and entertainment retailers.The centre is remaining fully operational throughout construction, which is scheduled for completion by mid-2026.
Royal Darwin Hospital Expansion
A multi-phase expansion of the Northern Territory's primary tertiary hospital located in Tiwi. Key components under construction include a new $57.7 million three-storey Mental Health Inpatient Facility providing 24 beds delivered by Sitzler, and an $18.2 million 32-bed modular multipurpose ward built by Aspire Design & Construct. The expansion significantly improves acute care capacity for bariatric, renal, and general patients while offering modern therapeutic environments.
Royal Darwin Hospital Mental Health Inpatient Unit and CSSD Upgrade
Construction of a new three-storey mental health inpatient facility providing acute inpatient beds and a Stabilisation Assessment and Referral Area (SARA). The facility connects to the Emergency Department via an elevated enclosed walkway, with internal fitouts currently progressing toward completion. The project also encompasses upgrades to the Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) to meet modern reprocessing standards and clinical safety requirements.
Nightcliff Sports Club Master Plan
A conceptual master plan by Rossi Architects for the redevelopment of the Nightcliff Sports Club precinct in Darwin's northern suburbs. The club is home to lawn bowls greens, a bistro, bars and gaming facilities, and supports affiliated Darwin sporting clubs including Nightcliff Bowls, Nightcliff Football (Tigers), Nightcliff Cricket, Nightcliff Netball and others. The master plan sets out a long-term vision for upgraded clubhouse and recreational facilities, distinct from the separately funded City of Darwin-led Nightcliff Oval changeroom project next door.No development application or construction timeline has been confirmed publicly.
CDU - Centre for Better Health Futures
A completed $30.8 million, three-storey health teaching and research facility at Charles Darwin University's Casuarina campus, known as CDU Blue 8. The Centre for Better Health Futures includes clinical and preclinical simulation environments, laboratories, and research infrastructure, including a simulated emergency department and a 10-bed hospital ward. The building is home to CDU's new School of Medicine and the Menzies Medical Program, and more than 2000 students from 10 health disciplines began using the facility throughout 2026.
2,196 residents of Rapid Creek are employed, from a labour force of 2,239. Unemployment sits at 1.9%, with participation at 75.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,720, about 76% 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 local workforce in Rapid Creek is highly qualified, with a strong representation of workers in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 1.9%, and an estimated 0.8% growth in employment over the prior year. In March 2026, there were 2,196 employed residents, with an unemployment rate 1.5% below the Greater Darwin average of 3.5%, while the workforce participation rate was standard at 75.4% compared to 72.7% across Greater Darwin. Census data indicates that a small proportion of residents (6.2%) worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training. The suburb exhibits a clear specialization in health care & social assistance, where the share of employment is 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, public administration & safety has a smaller footprint, employing 15.0% of the workforce compared to 19.5% across the region. The residential nature of the area means that local employment opportunities are limited, as shown by the comparison between the working population and the resident population during the Census. Analysis of SALM and ABS data by AreaSearch shows that during the 12-month period, employment rose by 0.8% while the labour force expanded by 0.7%, leaving the unemployment rate largely unchanged. In comparison, Greater Darwin saw employment grow by 0.4% and the labour force expand by 0.8%, with the unemployment rate rising by 0.3 percentage points. Employment forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide further context for future employment demand in Rapid Creek. These five and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local workforce profile to model future growth. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary considerably by sector. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the workforce of Rapid Creek suggests local employment will rise by 7.0% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, representing a basic weighted projection for comparison that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Rapid Creek is $2,208 a week (about $115,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,229 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $74,907 a year against an average of $88,064. 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 income level in Rapid Creek SA2 is positioned in the highest tier nationwide, based on financial year 2023 ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch. Taxpayers in Rapid Creek SA2 recorded a median income of $74,907 and an average income of $88,064, compared to $66,956 and $77,199 respectively for Greater Darwin. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.41% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of approximately $81,956 (median) and $96,351 (average) as of March 2026. According to the Census, household, family, and individual incomes are all high in Rapid Creek, placing in the 78th to 92nd percentiles nationally.
The largest income bracket is the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly range, accounting for 35.8% of taxpayers (1,275 residents), which is consistent with the regional average of 36.7%. A substantial 32.6% of residents earn more than $3,000 weekly, pointing to high levels of affluence that support local business activity. Housing expenses consume 14.0% of income, while strong salaries place residents in the 80th percentile for disposable income, and the local SEIFA ranking for income is in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Rapid Creek had 1,309 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 41% detached houses and 57% apartments. 25% are owned with a mortgage, 56% rented and 19% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,956 a month. Rent absorbs 15.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing types in Rapid Creek at the time of the latest Census consisted of 41.4% detached houses and 58.7% other dwellings, including apartments and townhouses, which contrasts with the Darwin metro split of 63.5% houses and 36.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Rapid Creek was lower than the Darwin metro rate, standing at 19.0%, with the remaining dwellings occupied by residents with a mortgage (24.6%) or renting (56.4%). The median mortgage payment of $1,956 per month was below the Darwin metro average of $2,100, while the median weekly rent of $350 was below the metro average of $385.
Compared nationally, mortgage payments in Rapid Creek are above the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents are lower than the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Rapid Creek counted 1,309 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,431 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 61.3%, which is comprised of couples with children at 26.7%, couples without children at 24.5%, and single parent households at 8.9%. Non-family households comprise the remaining 38.7% of the total, with single person households accounting for 30.0% and group households representing 8.4%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the average of 2.6 across Greater Darwin.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
54.2% of adults in Rapid Creek hold a university qualification, including 28.7% with a bachelor degree and 19.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 14.9% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,360 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,065 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 Rapid Creek is well above broader averages, with 54.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 27.3% in the NT and 30.4% nationwide. This high educational profile prepares the area well for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 28.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (19.7%) and graduate diplomas (5.8%). Vocational training is held by 23.5% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.6%) and certificates (14.9%). Enrollment rates in education are high, with 30.9% of the population participating in formal study.
This cohort includes 9.4% enrolled in higher education, 9.0% attending primary school, and 6.5% enrolled in secondary school.
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Public transport in Rapid Creek reaches 15 stops on 28 routes, timetabled for about 1,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 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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Public transport services in Rapid Creek include 15 active stops serviced by a network of buses. These stops accommodate 28 routes, which support a total of 1,935 passenger journeys each week. Public transport accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 235 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most commuters travel out of the area, with private cars being the main transport mode at 84%, followed by cycling at 6%. The average number of vehicles per dwelling is 1.3, which is below the Darwin regional average.
A small proportion of residents (6.2%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been affected by pandemic conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 276 trips per day, which translates to approximately 129 weekly trips at each transport stop.
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78.4% of residents in Rapid Creek report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 83% of areas nationally. 3.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 63.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 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 data indicates strong results for Rapid Creek, with AreaSearch's evaluation showing low mortality and chronic disease rates across all age brackets, and an exceptionally high level of private health insurance coverage at approximately 63% of the population (2,256 people). This exceeds the Greater Darwin average of 57.8% and the national benchmark of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions reported in the suburb were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 6.7 and 5.4% of the population respectively, while 78.4% of residents reported no long-term medical conditions, compared to 77.1% in Greater Darwin.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 10.9% of the community (388 people). The health metrics for seniors are strong, scoring higher national rankings than the local population as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
34.4% of Rapid Creek residents were born overseas and 29.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 76% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (21.4%) and Australian (19.9%). 4.6% 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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Rapid Creek has a high level of cultural diversity, with 34.4% of residents born outside Australia and 29.3% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the largest religious group, representing 29.3% of the community. However, Hinduism shows a notable overrepresentation at 9.1% of the population, compared to 4.2% across Greater Darwin. In terms of ancestral background, the three largest groups in Rapid Creek are English at 21.4%, Australian at 19.9%, and Other at 15.9%. There are also differences in the representation of other backgrounds: French is overrepresented at 1.0% (compared to 0.4% regionally), Indian stands at 4.5% (compared to 2.2%), and Australian Aboriginal residents make up 4.6% of the population (compared to 7.0% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Rapid Creek is 35, younger than 79% of areas nationally. 33.5% 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 of 35 years in Rapid Creek is similar to the Greater Darwin average of 34 and slightly below the national average of 38. Compared to the wider Darwin region, Rapid Creek has a larger share of residents aged 25 - 34 (23.5%) but a smaller proportion aged 5 - 14 (10.4%). The proportion of 25 - 34 year-olds is higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 9.1% to 10.0%, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 11.6% to 10.4%.
Demographic projections suggest the age structure will change by 2041. The 45 to 54 cohort is projected to grow the most, rising by 27% (an increase of 113 residents to 530), while the 0 to 4 group is expected to grow by 5%, adding 12 children.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Rapid Creek
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 | Jul 2026 last month all 3 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 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 — 1 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,261 at the 2021 Census → 3,564 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 (701021026). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.