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Beenleigh has an estimated 9,031 residents, up from 8,425 at the 2021 Census — a change of 606 people, or 7.2%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 64.8% of that increase. That puts 1,177 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 resident count for Beenleigh stands at approximately 9,031 in May 2026. Compared to the 8,425 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census, this represents an expansion of 606 residents (7.2%). This shift is calculated utilizing the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 9,004 alongside 59 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The local population density reaches 1,177 persons per square kilometer, a figure that aligns closely with standard benchmarks across studied locations. Beenleigh's 7.2% population gain since the census sits within 2.1 percentage points of the 9.3% national benchmark, indicating healthy local growth dynamics.
Overseas migration served as the primary driver of this growth, accounting for roughly 64.8% of the total population increase in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilized for each SA2. For areas lacking this data or for periods after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (utilizing 2021 baseline data) are substituted. Because these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using weightings from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which use a 2022 baseline. Looking at upcoming demographic shifts, the region is projected to experience population growth exceeding the national median for statistical areas, with a forecasted gain of 1,446 individuals by 2041 compared to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a 15.7% overall rise across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
134 new dwellings have been approved in Beenleigh over the past five years, an average of 26 a year. That places the area in the 57th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 122, 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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Beenleigh averages approximately 26 residential building approvals per year, with 134 residential completions approved during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 112 approvals recorded during FY-26 so far. With an average of 3.3 additional residents for each completed dwelling over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, local supply is falling behind demand, which typically intensifies buyer competition and drives prices upward. Concurrently, new residential builds average $240,000 in value, which is under regional standards and offers more budget-friendly options for home buyers. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $54.6 million this financial year, pointing to strong local business investment.
In comparison to Greater Brisbane, the volume of building activity in Beenleigh is notably low, tracking 70.0% below the regional per capita average. This constrained supply pipeline generally helps maintain demand and supports valuations for existing homes. Building activity also trails the national average, highlighting the established character of the suburb and pointing to possible zoning constraints. Newly approved housing projects consist of 32.0% detached houses and 68.0% attached dwellings. This orientation toward higher-density options provides affordable entry points for buyers and draws interest from downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a clear shift from the current housing stock, which is 62.0% detached houses, pointing to a scarcity of greenfield land and adapting to changing lifestyles and affordability constraints. There are roughly 368 residents for every residential approval, confirming the mature status of the market. Based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch, future population models suggest Beenleigh will add 1,419 new residents by 2041. If construction activity remains at its current pace, housing output will struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening competition among buyers and supporting property price growth.
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 9 current infrastructure and development projects inside Beenleigh, worth an estimated $271 million. A further 62 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $19.4 billion. 22 are already under construction and 31 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, retail and transport & logistics. 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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Developments in local infrastructure, major construction works, and municipal planning choices exert a major influence on local property dynamics. In total, AreaSearch has flagged 23 projects that are likely to influence the local area. Principal developments include the Beenleigh Marketplace Enhancement, the Holmview Shopping Centre Expansion, the Beenleigh Community Hub, and the Osprey Waters Retirement Village, with the following index highlighting the most significant undertakings.
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Beenleigh Community Hub
A community facility providing meeting spaces, recreational programs, youth services, and community support programs to serve the growing Beenleigh area.
Osprey Waters Lifestyle Resort
Over-50s land lease lifestyle resort comprising approximately 198 low-maintenance homes, a resort-style Country Club with ballroom, cinema, heated pool, tennis courts, and community facilities, situated on the banks of the Albert River in Beenleigh, Queensland. Developed and operated by Living Gems under its own Osprey Waters brand.
Beenleigh Marketplace Enhancement
Owner-led reinvestment and enhancement program for Beenleigh Marketplace, the sub-regional shopping centre in the heart of Beenleigh in the City of Logan. The centre opened in 1978 as Beenleigh Mall, was substantially redeveloped in 2013, and was acquired by Sydney-based property investor and developer Mintus from Dexus Wholesale Property Fund for approximately 85 million dollars in late 2022. The 60,680 square metre landholding supports a centre anchored by Woolworths, Big W and an EG Ampol service station, alongside more than 55 specialty stores and services, a 130 seat food court and close to 900 car parking spaces, roughly half of them under cover.The centre draws about 2.6 million visits each year and serves a trade area of some 115,000 residents that is forecast to grow strongly on the back of the Yarrabilba and Flagstone growth fronts. Mintus has flagged a staged value-add strategy for the asset covering tenancy remixing, common area and food court refurbishment, accessibility and amenity upgrades, and relocation of essential services out of the flood-prone undercroft car park so the centre can reopen more quickly after Logan and Albert River flood events. No development application for a floorspace expansion has been lodged with Logan City Council to date, so the scope, cost and timing remain indicative.
Beenleigh Town Square
Completed town centre urban renewal project in the heart of Beenleigh that has transformed a former six way roundabout into a flexible civic plaza and community gathering space. The square includes a civic platform, pavilion structure that could accommodate a future cafe, event lawns, dedicated market space, public amenities, power and water services, and improved pedestrian connections to the wider Beenleigh Town Centre. It now regularly hosts markets, festivals and concerts and acts as a catalyst for broader Beenleigh streetscape upgrades, with construction works completed in early 2022 under the leadership of Logan City Council.Sources: Logan City Council Beenleigh Town Square project information, venue hire pack and internal record and category mapping. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Beenleigh Central Shopping Complex
New shopping complex featuring tavern and 10 retail outlets with exceptional dual street access and high visibility location. Developed to serve growing Beenleigh retail demand with modern facilities and ample parking.
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Auctioned site for potential 30-storey mixed-use tower, offering prime redevelopment in Beenleigh with office and residential possibilities.
Acacia Waters Residential Estate
Acacia Waters is a large-scale masterplanned residential community in Eagleby, currently delivering a mix of modern low-rise apartments and townhouses. The estate features resort-style amenities including a central swimming pool, BBQ pergolas, and extensive landscaped parklands. Designed for families and investors, it offers easy access to the M1 motorway, positioned midway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
Beenleigh Village Mall Redevelopment
Redevelopment of existing village mall with focus on health services, medical facilities, and community amenities. Enhanced accessibility and modern retail spaces serving local Beenleigh community needs.
4,125 residents of Beenleigh are employed, from a labour force of 4,521. Unemployment sits at 8.8%, with participation at 60.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 10,369, about 115% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labour market features a diverse mix of professional and industrial occupations, with the construction sector showing high representation, alongside an unemployment rate of 8.8%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 4,125, while the unemployment rate sits 4.4% higher than the Greater Brisbane level of 4.3%, indicating potential for labor market improvements. Additionally, workforce participation is relatively weak, standing at 60.9% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane. According to Census records, a minor 8.5% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment fields for local workers are construction, health care & social assistance, and manufacturing. The local economy is notably concentrated in construction, employing 1.6 times the average seen across the wider region. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for just 4.4% of local workers compared to 8.9% in Greater Brisbane. The presence of 0.8 local jobs for every resident at the time of the Census indicates a higher-than-average volume of local employment options. AreaSearch evaluated SALM and ABS figures for the twelve months concluding in March 2026, revealing a 2.4% drop in the labour force alongside a 3.1% fall in employment, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 0.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 3.2% and labour force expansion of 3.4%, accompanied by a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. For context on future demand in Beenleigh, Jobs and Skills Australia published national employment forecasts from May-25. These forecasts span five and ten year horizons and were overlaid onto Beenleigh's current employment structure to project growth trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and by 13.7% over ten years, though sectoral expansion varies considerably. When these industry projections are applied to Beenleigh's job mix, local employment is expected to rise by 5.9% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, though this represents a basic weighting exercise for illustration and excludes localized population assumptions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Beenleigh is $1,155 a week (about $60,000 a year), with median personal income at $642 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,213 a year against an average of $54,338. 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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Aggregated ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year indicates that taxpayer incomes in the Beenleigh SA2 are below the national average. Local taxpayers recorded a median income of $48,213 and an average income of $54,338, compared to Greater Brisbane averages of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Adjusting these figures for a 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year results in estimated figures of roughly $53,690 for median income and $60,511 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in Beenleigh all place in the bottom 10th to 18th percentiles nationwide.
The income distribution shows that 28.4% of residents (2,564 people) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, which is similar to the broader region where 33.3% of the population falls into this category. Housing cost burdens are significant, leaving residents with only 78.2% of their income after housing expenses, placing the area in the 7th percentile for affordability.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Beenleigh had 3,298 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 63% detached houses and 18% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 55% rented and 18% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,387 a month. Rent absorbs 26.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Beenleigh consists of 62.5% houses and 37.5% alternative dwellings (such as townhouses, apartments, and other formats), compared to the Brisbane metropolitan breakdown of 73.5% houses and 26.5% alternative options. The home ownership rate of 18.0% trails the Brisbane metropolitan average, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (27.5%) or occupied by tenants (54.6%). Homeowners in the area paid a median monthly mortgage of $1,387, which is notably lower than the Brisbane metropolitan average of $1,863, while median weekly rent was $300, compared to $380 across the Brisbane metro area.
At a national level, Beenleigh's median mortgage repayments are well below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents sit significantly lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Beenleigh counted 3,298 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,535 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 19% are couples with children, fewer than in 88% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 37% 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 58.9%, which includes 19.4% couples with children, 20.6% couples without children, and 17.3% single parent households. The remaining 41.1% are non-family households, consisting of single-person households at 36.7% and group housing situations at 4.3%. The average household size stands at 2.3 individuals, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
11.7% of adults in Beenleigh hold a university qualification, including 8.3% with a bachelor degree and 2.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 33.7% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 4,029 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 975 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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Educational outcomes in the area present room for growth, with university completion rates at 11.7%, tracking well below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This discrepancy highlights a need as well as an opportunity for focused educational programs. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.1% and graduate diplomas at 1.3%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 43.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.2% and certificates at 33.7%. Study participation is quite strong, with 30.4% of the population currently engaged in some form of structured learning.
This student population includes 10.7% enrolled in primary schools, 8.9% in secondary schools, and 3.4% undertaking higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Beenleigh reaches 50 stops on 51 routes, timetabled for about 3,800 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 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of local transit shows 50 active transport stops operating in Beenleigh, consisting of a combination of train stations and bus stops. These stops connect to 51 distinct transit routes, which support 3,776 weekly passenger trips. Local transit connectivity is classified as good, with dwellings situated an average of 239 meters from the closest stop. Given the suburban character of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private vehicles serving as the primary transport mode at 89%, followed by train travel at 5%. Households own an average of 1.2 vehicles, which sits below the regional average.
A minor 8.5% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era travel restrictions. Local transit routes average 539 daily trips, which translates to roughly 75 weekly departures for each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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58.8% of residents in Beenleigh report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 81% of areas nationally. 9.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 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 occurrence of long-term illnesses, Beenleigh faces notable health challenges, marked by a higher-than-average rate of common medical conditions, particularly within older age demographics. Additionally, the proportion of residents with private health insurance is low, covering roughly 47% of the local population (~4,226 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most prevalent diagnoses locally, affecting 12.5 and 10.2% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 58.8% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane.
The working-age cohort experiences significant health pressures, with higher rates of long-term illness. Residents aged 65 and older represent 17.3% of the local population (1,562 people), which exceeds the Greater Brisbane figure of 15.1%. While health outcomes for seniors present challenges, they rank better nationally than the health outcomes of the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
25.1% of Beenleigh residents were born overseas and 11.1% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.8%) and Australian (25.7%). 3.6% 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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The local area displays elevated levels of cultural diversity, with 11.1% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 25.1% of residents born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 45.6% of the local population. The most prominent statistical variance occurs in the Other category, which accounts for 1.3% of local residents, matching the 1.3% average recorded across Greater Brisbane. Looking at parent countries of birth, the three most common ancestries in Beenleigh are English at 29.8%, Australian at 25.7%, and Other at 8.0%. The area also shows notable differences in the representation of other nationalities: Maori ancestry is highly represented at 2.9% of the population (compared to 1.1% regionally), New Zealand ancestry stands at 1.5% (compared to 1.0%), and Samoan ancestry accounts for 1.1% (compared to 0.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Beenleigh is 38. 27.3% 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 38 in Beenleigh is slightly higher than the Greater Brisbane median of 36, though it matches the national median of 38 years. The 55 - 64 age bracket is highly represented at 12.4% relative to Greater Brisbane, while the 35 - 44 cohort is less common at 12.5%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 75 to 84 has expanded from 4.5% to 6.0% of the population, whereas the 15 to 24 cohort has contracted from 13.5% to 12.3%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic models project major shifts in Beenleigh's age distribution, led by a 55% expansion in the 75 to 84 cohort, which is expected to rise from 540 to 841 individuals (an increase of 300 people).
This aging trend is prominent, with residents aged 65+ accounting for 55% of all projected population growth, while the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age groups are expected to experience population declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Beenleigh
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 9 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 59 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,425 at the 2021 Census → 9,031 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 (311021306). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.