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Aroona - Currimundi has an estimated 10,333 residents, up from 10,043 at the 2021 Census — a change of 290 people, or 2.9%. That puts 1,875 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 from AreaSearch, the population of Aroona - Currimundi stands at approximately 10,333 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 290 individuals (2.9%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 10,043 residents. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 10,328 alongside 27 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level yields a density of 1,875 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure across nationwide areas evaluated by AreaSearch. The expansion of the local population was mostly fueled by net overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 90.4% of all population increases in recent times.
AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 zones, published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and for years beyond 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 records are applied. Because these Queensland state figures do not detail age cohorts, AreaSearch distributes growth across age categories using the proportions from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which rely on 2022 baseline records. Future forecasts point to growth in the lowest quartile for regional districts nationwide, with the local population projected to rise by 126 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent annual ERP statistics, indicating a 1.2% total increase over the 16-year timeframe.
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87 new dwellings have been approved in Aroona - Currimundi over the past five years, an average of 17 a year. That is 1.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 28, running ahead of 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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Aroona - Currimundi averages approximately 17 residential building approvals annually, which sums to 87 residential units over the preceding 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 26 approvals have been logged. With an average of 1.2 additional inhabitants per year for each built residence during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, demand matches supply closely, supporting balanced market conditions. Newly built residences carry an average construction value of $454,000, which is higher than the typical regional level and points to a focus on premium construction. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $10.4 million during this financial year, showing ongoing business investment.
In comparison to the Rest of Qld, development volume in Aroona - Currimundi is much lower, sitting 88.0% below the regional per capita norm. This shortage of new construction projects generally props up demand and valuation for the existing housing stock. The volume also falls below the national average, showcasing the established nature of the locality and hinting at regulatory planning constraints. Newly approved construction consists of 60.0% standalone houses and 40.0% semi-detached residences or units, highlighting a growing variety of medium-density choices that provide diverse entry points at different price ranges, ranging from classic family residences to more economical compact units. This represents a clear shift from the current property mix, where freestanding houses make up 87.0% of homes, indicating a drop in vacant residential land and adapting to changing buyer lifestyles and affordability requirements. With about 749 individuals for each residential approval, Aroona - Currimundi displays a highly established property market. Projections indicate that Aroona - Currimundi will add 121 inhabitants by 2041, calculated from the latest quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. The current rate of construction suggests that housing additions will be sufficient to satisfy buyer demand, maintaining positive conditions for purchasers and potentially permitting expansion that outpaces current predictions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Aroona - Currimundi, worth an estimated $10 million. A further 167 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $70.1 billion. 65 are already under construction and 55 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics 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 decisions have a significant effect on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 17 projects that are expected to influence this locality. Primary projects include the Currimundi Community Hall Upgrade, the Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct Upgrades in Currimundi, Solara Kings Beach, and the Kawana Motorway, with the detailed list below highlighting the most significant developments.
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Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct Upgrades (Currimundi)
A $9.3 million upgrade to the Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct in Currimundi, delivering a new accessible gymnasium, recovery space with ice baths and sauna, sport and recreation office space, a beach access path linking to the existing Coastal Walkway, and an additional emergency access road. The leisure centre building is also being expanded with new adjacent facilities. Works are being delivered by I.C.M Construction (QLD) Pty Ltd under the Queensland Government's $28 million-plus Sport and Recreation Venues improvement program, in support of community health outcomes and the Brisbane 2032 athlete pathway.Completion is expected in early 2026.
Currimundi Community Hall Upgrade
The Queensland Government has allocated $1 million in the 2025-26 State Budget for the upgrade of Currimundi Community Hall, a well-used community hub on the corner of Currimundi Road and Ilya Street. The hall is run by volunteers of the Currimundi Sports and Recreation Association and hosts a wide range of weekly activities including yoga, line dancing, indoor bowls, tai chi and karate. Funding was announced as part of a wider Sunshine Coast infrastructure package that also included nearby Currimundi United Football Clubhouse and Kawana Waters Surf Life Saving Club upgrades.
Aura Business Park
Major commercial and industrial employment precinct within Stockland's Aura masterplanned community. The business park accommodates industrial, logistics, office, technology, research, light manufacturing and showroom uses. Development continues through staged land releases, with most industrial lots sold and developed while new innovation precincts and commercial stages remain under construction.
Sunshine Coast Turf Club Stabling Precinct & Facility Upgrades
Sunshine Coast Turf Club and Racing Queensland are delivering a major stabling precinct expansion and masterplan upgrade at Corbould Park. The redevelopment includes hundreds of state-of-the-art horse stables, equine swimming facilities, horse walkers, veterinary amenities, and trainer accommodations. The project cements the venue as a premier thoroughbred training and racing facility in Southeast Queensland.
Aura Town Centre
The central retail, dining and entertainment precinct within Stockland's Aura master planned community on the Sunshine Coast. Construction officially began in March 2026 following DA approval in mid-2025. Stage 1 spans approximately 16,300 square metres of retail and commercial floor space across two levels and will be anchored by a full-line Woolworths and an ALDI supermarket, alongside two mini-majors, around 55 specialty shops and kiosks, and three non-retail health and wellness tenancies. The centre includes 680 car spaces and connects directly to the 5.3-hectare Aura Parklands and the future Aura Hotel.Developed, owned and managed by Stockland and built by FDC Construction & Fitout, the town centre is expected to open in late 2027 and will underpin the broader 100-hectare Aura City Centre, serving a main trade area forecast to approach 74,000 people by 2028.
Moffat Beach Seawall Reconstruction Project
The project involves reconstructing the damaged seawall at Moffat Beach to protect parklands, pathways, roads, and facilities from climate change impacts. It aims to retain Norfolk pine trees, minimize loss of beach and parkland, improve drainage, and enhance access.
Kawana Motorway
Proposed 5km motorway parallel to Kawana Way connecting Parrearra (Mooloolah River Interchange) to Meridan Plains (Kawana Way Link Road). Initial two-lane construction with provision for future expansion to four or six lanes. Part of integrated north-south transport corridor including Sunshine Motorway, Kawana Motorway, Kawana Way Link Road and Bells Creek Arterial Road to Bruce Highway. Expected to carry 50,000 vehicles per day by 2041.
Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade (Section 2 - Nicklin Way Extension)
A major road infrastructure project delivering a new 4-lane connection between Nicklin Way and Third Avenue, including a 4-way signalised intersection, dedicated pedestrian and cycle underpasses, and active transport paths to ease severe congestion into the Caloundra CBD.
5,154 residents of Aroona - Currimundi are employed, from a labour force of 5,350. Unemployment sits at 3.7%, with participation at 62.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,776, about 85% 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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Aroona - Currimundi has a qualified pool of workers, with strong representations in key service sectors, and an unemployment rate standing at just 3.7%. In March 2026, the employed population numbered 5,154, while the unemployment rate was 0.3% below the 3.9% recorded in Regional Qld. The labor force participation rate is slightly lower than normal, sitting at 62.1% relative to 64.3% in Regional Qld. According to Census data, a minor proportion of 13.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure may have been affected by pandemic lockdowns. The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.
The community shows a high proportion of workers in construction, reaching 1.5 times the regional average representation. In contrast, agricultural, forestry & fishing activities employ a very low 0.7% of workers, compared to the regional average of 4.5%. This mainly residential zone provides few local jobs, as seen by comparing the number of employed residents to those working within the area during the Census. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that during the 12-month timeframe, the local labor force contracted by 2.2% and total employment fell by 2.9%, leading to a 0.7 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This trend is different from Regional Qld, which saw employment expand by 0.1%, the labor force rise by 0.3%, and the unemployment rate tick up by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide perspective on future hiring trends in Aroona - Currimundi. These five-year and ten-year national outlooks have been aligned with the local industry breakdown to project local job trends. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth varies widely by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the local workforce mix suggests employment for residents could rise by 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, which is a basic weighting model for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Aroona - Currimundi is $1,591 a week (about $83,000 a year), with median personal income at $725 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,001 a year against an average of $65,658. 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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Tax data from the ATO for financial year 2023, compiled by AreaSearch, shows that income levels in the Aroona - Currimundi SA2 are slightly below the national average. Local taxpayers recorded a median income of $52,001 and an average income of $65,658, compared to Regional Qld benchmarks of $53,146 and $66,593. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index expansion of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current March 2026 estimates point to a median income of approximately $57,908 and an average of $73,117. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes are all modest in Aroona - Currimundi, falling between the 33rd and 41st percentiles.
Income distribution data shows the largest group contains 33.3% of residents (3,440 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which is close to the wider region where 31.7% of people sit. Mortgage and rent costs create significant pressure, leaving just 82.8% of income after housing expenses, placing the area in the 40th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the community in the 5th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Aroona - Currimundi had 3,760 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 87% detached houses and 1% apartments. 39% are owned with a mortgage, 22% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 28.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, residential properties in Aroona - Currimundi were composed of 86.6% freestanding homes and 13.4% other housing styles like townhouses, flats, and alternative dwellings, compared to Regional Qld where freestanding houses made up 76.4% and other styles accounted for 23.6%. The rate of outright home ownership in Aroona - Currimundi stood at 39.1%, which is higher than the rate in Regional Qld, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (39.1%) or rented (21.8%). The median monthly payment for home loans in the area was $1,950, which is higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $450, compared to $345 in Regional Qld.
Nationally, mortgage costs in Aroona - Currimundi are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Aroona - Currimundi counted 3,760 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 31% couples without children. 22% 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 the majority of local households at 74.5%, consisting of couples with children at 31.0%, couples without children at 31.1%, and single parents with children at 11.4%. The remaining 25.5% are non-family households, which are mostly lone persons at 22.0% and group houses at 3.4%. The average household size in the area is 2.6 residents, which is slightly higher than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
21.2% of adults in Aroona - Currimundi hold a university qualification, including 14.8% with a bachelor degree and 3.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.3% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 954 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,036 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 proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in Aroona - Currimundi is below regional benchmarks, as 21.2% of individuals aged 15+ hold a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference suggests room for educational growth and training opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 14.8%, with postgraduate degrees at 3.3% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Vocational and trade training is common, with 40.3% of the population aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.0% and certificates at 29.3%. The proportion of residents enrolled in studies is high, with 26.7% of the population participating in formal education.
This includes 9.7% attending primary schools, 8.4% in high schools, and 3.7% enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Aroona - Currimundi reaches 37 stops on 4 routes, timetabled for about 840 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 1.5 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 transit analysis indicates there are 37 active transit stops operating in Aroona - Currimundi, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 4 different routes, which together provide 840 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 237 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because this is a residential community, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary transport mode at 93% and cycling at 2%. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.5 cars per household. A low proportion of residents work from home, recorded at 13.3% in the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Transit services average 120 journeys per day across all routes, which is approximately 22 weekly services for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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65.7% of residents in Aroona - Currimundi report no long-term health condition. 7.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.6 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 mortality statistics and the prevalence of long-term illnesses, health outcomes in Aroona - Currimundi are below average, with chronic conditions common in both young and old age groups, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is slightly below the SA2 average at approximately 52% of the population, representing about 5,362 people. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues in the area, affecting 10.2% and 8.2% of inhabitants respectively, whereas 65.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Health outcomes for the working-age population are generally normal. Inhabitants aged 65 and older make up 23.0% of the local population (2,372 people), which is higher than the Regional Qld proportion of 20.4%. Health outcomes among older residents present some challenges, with national rankings aligning with the overall population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Aroona - Currimundi is largely Australian-born, at 82.5% of residents, with 4.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.8%) and Australian (27.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Aroona - Currimundi is lower than average, with 82.5% of the population born in Australia, 91.0% holding citizenship, and 95.9% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion in the area, practiced by 48.7% of residents, which is lower than the 52.2% recorded across Regional Qld. Looking at parent birthplaces, the three most common ancestries in Aroona - Currimundi are English at 33.8%, Australian at 27.6%, and Irish at 9.1%. Certain backgrounds show notable differences in representation, with New Zealanders overrepresented at 1.2% of the population compared to 0.9% regionally, Scottish ancestry at 9.0% compared to 7.8% regionally, and German ancestry at 4.8% compared to 4.7% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Aroona - Currimundi is 44. 21.9% 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 Aroona - Currimundi is 44 years, which is slightly higher than the Regional Qld median of 41 years and older than the national median of 38 years. Residents aged 55 - 64 years are highly represented at 13.6%, while the 25 - 34 year group is smaller at 9.9% compared to Regional Qld. Since 2021, the cohort aged 15 to 24 has expanded from 10.7% to 12.0% of the population, and the group aged 0 to 4 has grown from 4.6% to 5.6%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 13.2% to 11.0%, and the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.7% to 12.6%.
Long-term population forecasts for 2041 project significant changes for Aroona - Currimundi, with the 85+ group growing the fastest at 47% by adding 163 residents to reach 513. Older residents aged 65+ will account for 64% of overall population growth, highlighting the aging trend, while declines are projected for the 45 to 54 and 5 to 14 age cohorts.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Aroona - Currimundi
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 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 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 — 27 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (10,043 at the 2021 Census → 10,333 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 (316021417). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.