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Bentley Park has an estimated 9,238 residents, up from 8,360 at the 2021 Census — a change of 878 people, or 10.5%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years. 216 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 55.0% of that increase. That puts 1,347 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 Bentley Park stands at approximately 9,238 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 878 individuals (10.5%) relative to the 8,360 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 9,214 alongside 216 validated new addresses identified since the Census. Consequently, the population density reaches 1,346 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure for national locations analyzed by AreaSearch. The 10.5% expansion rate of Bentley Park since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 area (6.9%) and the SA4 region, positioning it as a leading growth zone locally.
Demographic expansion was driven mostly by natural increase, which accounted for roughly 55.0% of the population rise during recent times, though interstate migration, overseas migration, and other factors also contributed positively. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2 area. In cases where this dataset is incomplete, or for periods after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (using 2021 baseline data) are substituted. Because these state-level figures lack age-specific breakdowns, AreaSearch allocates growth across age brackets using proportional weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (based on 2022 data). Looking at demographic trends, population growth is expected to exceed the median for non-metropolitan parts of Australia, with the local population projected to rise by 1,704 individuals by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing an overall increase of 18.2% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
383 new dwellings have been approved in Bentley Park over the past five years, an average of 76 a year. That places the area in the 80th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 59 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 98% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 18, well below 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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Over the last 5 financial years, Bentley Park recorded an average of approximately 76 dwelling approvals annually, summing to 383 residences. During the current FY-26 period, 17 approvals have been logged. With an average of 1.7 new inhabitants arriving for each new dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, demand matches supply closely, supporting a balanced market. The average estimated construction cost for these new properties is $287,000, which sits below regional averages and highlights more budget-friendly options for buyers. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $2.0 million during the current financial year, underlining the residential character of the locality.
Bentley Park displays 147.0% more building approval activity per capita than the Rest of Qld, providing prospective buyers with broader options. The composition of new projects is heavily weighted toward detached houses at 98.0%, with apartments or townhouses making up just 2.0%, thereby maintaining a suburban profile that appeals to buyers seeking extra space. The ratio of residents to each residential approval is roughly 115 people, pointing toward a growing market. Future outlooks estimate that Bentley Park will add 1,680 inhabitants by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. In light of current construction trends, the supply of new housing is positioned to accommodate this demand easily, creating favorable conditions for home buyers and potentially supporting population expansion beyond current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Bentley Park, worth an estimated $405 million. A further 99 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $14.4 billion. 24 are already under construction and 44 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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Developments in public works, major constructions, and planning strategies strongly influence localized real estate performance. AreaSearch has identified 10 key projects that are expected to impact the local area. Chief among these developments are The Outlook, Cherrybrook Estate, Parkside Estate, and Cairns Gateway Estate (Riverstone Road North), with specific details of the most significant projects outlined below.
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The Outlook
The Outlook is a premier master-planned residential community in Bentley Park, Cairns. The estate offers large, elevated lots ranging from 826m2 to 1117m2, bordered by World Heritage rainforest and providing panoramic views of the local mountain ranges. It features landscaped parks, a major playground fronting Kearns Creek, and is located approximately 15 minutes from the Cairns CBD. Stages are currently being released with titled land ready for immediate construction.
Cherrybrook Estate
Cherrybrook is a master-planned residential community in Bentley Park, Cairns, featuring over 330 lots across 38.6 hectares. Fringed by World Heritage Rainforest, the estate offers custom homes and house and land packages with proximity to schools, retail, and the Walker Road Sporting Precinct. Recent activity includes the April 2026 release of the Cherrybrook Rise stage, providing new titled land and housing options.
Cairns Gateway Estate (Riverstone Road North)
A 13.9 hectare mixed-use master planned development at the southern gateway to Cairns, now marketed as Cairns Gateway Estate. The site sits at the intersection of the Bruce Highway A1 and Riverstone Road (Gillies Highway), with 474m of highway frontage. Approved as an 11-lot subdivision across three precincts: Transport Oriented Service Activity (Precinct 1), Industry and Service Activity (Precincts 2A & 2B), and Community and Accommodation Activity (Precinct 3). Stage 1 civil works are complete with 9 of 11 lots sold, including Pearl Mobil Service Station, Hungry Jacks, Banjo Bakery, and Grace Removals.Stage 2 civil works are planned for June 2026. The development will provide the first fuel stop between Innisfail and Cairns over a 90 km stretch.
Pinecrest Master Planned Community
Pinecrest is a master planned residential community at Mount Peter, about 15 minutes south of Cairns CBD. The estate is being delivered in staged releases, with Rocky Creek Stage 3 lots currently promoted for sale and further subdivision approvals progressing through Cairns Regional Council. The broader community is planned to include about 1500 residential allotments, commercial spaces, retirement living, upgraded roads, parks, pathways, creekside revegetation and community facilities.
Edmonton Business & Industry Park
A 212-hectare masterplanned business, industrial, retail, health and recreation precinct fronting the Bruce Highway in Edmonton, south of Cairns. The approved masterplan provides more than 100,000 square metres of gross floor area across six flexible stages, with early land north of Blackfellows Creek intended for industry and retail and later stages south of the creek including uses such as a private hospital, showrooms and a tavern. The plan also includes more than 50 hectares of public open space, walking and cycling paths, sporting fields and restoration of the Blackfellows Creek green corridor.
Cairns Community and Multicultural Centre
Cairns Regional Council is progressing a community and multicultural centre at Tiffany Street, White Rock to provide social facilities, outreach services and inclusive meeting space for White Rock and Cairns multicultural communities. The planned centre includes a commercial kitchen, multipurpose rooms for up to 200 people, small meeting rooms, service-provider space, foyer and reception, and covered outdoor areas. As of late 2025, the capital project was in preliminary design, with Council awarding the proposed five-year lease and operation contract to Centacare Far North Queensland, subject to final trustee lease arrangements.
Parkside Estate
Parkside Estate is a boutique residential subdivision of 25 lots in the southern Cairns growth corridor at Edmonton. Lot sizes range from 622 to 923 square metres, catering to families seeking generous land in a quiet, community-focused setting. The estate is located within easy reach of MacKillop Catholic College, Sugarworld Shopping Centre, and the Bruce Highway, providing good access to Cairns CBD approximately 13 kilometres to the north. Developed by Parkside Group, a fourth-generation North Queensland family business with over 75 years of development experience.
Parkside Estate Edmonton
Parkside Estate is a boutique residential subdivision located within the established Sugarworld Estate precinct in Edmonton. The development provides 25 fully serviced lots ranging from 500sqm to 811sqm, designed to offer affordable home ownership opportunities. The estate is integrated with local tropical landscaping and is situated near essential amenities including schools, shopping centers, and leisure facilities.
4,687 residents of Bentley Park are employed, from a labour force of 4,954. Unemployment sits at 5.4%, with participation at 69.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 7,499, about 81% 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 labor market features a balanced distribution of white-collar and blue-collar positions, alongside solid representation in essential services, accompanied by an unemployment rate of 5.4%. Working residents numbered 4,687 as of March 2026, with the local unemployment rate sitting 1.5% higher than the Regional Qld level of 3.9%. Workforce participation is high, reaching 69.8% compared to 64.3% across Regional Qld. Census data indicated that a modest 11.5% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic-related restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local citizens are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.
Public administration & safety shows a distinct concentration locally, with its share of employment reaching 1.5 times the regional proportion. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is minor, employing just 1.0% of the workforce in Bentley Park compared to 4.5% across Regional Qld. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident workforce suggests that this residential suburb offers relatively few jobs within its borders. AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics shows that in the year leading to March 2026, the local workforce shrank by 2.0% while total employment fell by 4.4%, leading to a 2.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. In comparison, Regional Qld experienced a 0.1% rise in employment, a 0.3% increase in the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point uptick in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide a benchmark for future demand trends in Bentley Park. These projections, spanning five and ten years, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates of change vary widely by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the occupational profile of Bentley Park suggests local jobs could grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bentley Park is $1,831 a week (about $95,000 a year), with median personal income at $821 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,416 a year against an average of $63,377. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The most recent ATO postcode data analyzed by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year indicates that personal earnings in the Bentley Park SA2 sit below national benchmarks, with a median of $57,416 and an average of $63,377. This compares to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 across Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, estimated figures as of March 2026 would be around $63,938 for the median and $70,577 for the average. In the 2021 Census, individual, family, and household incomes clustered around the 54th percentile nationally.
The largest group of local earners, comprising 41.6% of residents (3,843 people), falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, which is mirrored in the wider region where this bracket accounts for 31.7%. Residential costs account for 16.3% of income, yet solid overall earnings keep disposable income at the 55th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bentley Park had 2,618 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 2% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 18% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $385 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 21.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.1%. 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 housing stock in Bentley Park at the time of the last Census was dominated by separate houses at 97.1%, with other options like apartments and semi-detached dwellings making up 2.9%, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Bentley Park were lower than the regional benchmark, standing at 18.2%, with the remaining dwellings occupied by mortgage holders (47.1%) or tenants (34.7%). The median monthly mortgage cost locally was $1,517, which is lower than the Regional Qld median of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $385, compared to $345 regionally.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Bentley Park are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs exceed the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bentley Park counted 2,618 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,893 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 15% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 81.2%, consisting of couples with children at 36.6%, couples without children at 25.8%, and single parent households at 17.8%. The remaining 18.8% consist of non-family living arrangements, with single person households representing 15.3% and group households at 3.4%. The median household size of 3.0 people exceeds the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.8% of adults in Bentley Park hold a university qualification, including 11.1% with a bachelor degree and 1.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 32.8% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 2,292 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 926 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 attainment levels present a challenge, with the university qualification rate of 14.8% sitting well below the national mark of 30.4%, pointing to opportunities for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the largest share of higher education at 11.1%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.9% and postgraduate degrees at 1.8%. Vocational and technical qualifications are common, with 43.8% of residents aged 15+ holding credentials, including advanced diplomas at 11.0% and certificate level qualifications at 32.8%. Enrolment levels in the suburb are high, with 35.6% of local residents participating in structured learning.
This cohort is composed of 13.9% in primary schools, 11.5% in secondary schools, and 3.4% in higher education institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Bentley Park reaches 18 stops on 5 routes, timetabled for about 380 services a week. The typical home sits about 310 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.7 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 the public transport system indicates there are 18 active stops within Bentley Park, consisting of bus services. These stops are connected to 5 routes, which support a total of 378 weekly passenger journeys. Access to transport is rated highly, with the average distance from homes to the nearest stop standing at 311 meters. Because the area is mostly residential, the majority of workers travel outside the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 95%. Households average 1.7 cars, which is higher than the regional average.
A small share of the workforce, 11.5%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic circumstances. Services run at an average frequency of 54 trips per day across all local routes, which translates to roughly 21 weekly departures per transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.9% of residents in Bentley Park report no long-term health condition. 5.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.2 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health outcomes for the local population are generally favorable, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and health profiles showing outcomes that align with national averages. The rate of common health issues is low within the general community, although elevated rates are seen among older and vulnerable cohorts. Private health insurance membership is relatively low, covering approximately 50% of the population (~4,665 people), compared to the Australian average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most common diagnoses locally, affecting 7.4% and 7.0% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 74.9% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Health outcomes for residents under the age of 65 are better than average. Residents aged 65 and over make up 10.2% of the population (944 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld average of 20.4%, although this older group ranks lower nationally than the broader local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bentley Park is largely Australian-born, at 82.1% of residents, with 14.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (24.4%) and English (22.4%). 8.5% 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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Bentley Park aligns closely with regional averages for cultural metrics, with citizenship at 86.9%, Australian-born residents at 82.1%, and English-only speakers at 85.5%. Christianity is the leading religious affiliation, encompassing 49.7% of the population. A notable divergence is the Other category, which represents 2.0% of local residents compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. Regarding family heritage (parents' place of birth), the primary groups in Bentley Park are Australian at 24.4% and English at 22.4%, with the English share being lower than the regional average of 29.6%. The Other category is high at 15.4%, compared to the regional figure of 6.9%.
Other key demographic differences include Australian Aboriginal residents making up 8.5% of the local population (compared to 3.9% regionally), New Zealand heritage at 1.1% (versus 0.9%), and Samoan heritage at 0.5% (versus 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bentley Park is 32, younger than 92% of areas nationally. 30.1% 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 32 years in Bentley Park is lower than both the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national median of 38. The suburb contains a larger share of residents aged 25 - 34 (16.8%) but fewer aged 65 - 74 (6.2%) compared to Regional Qld. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 bracket has increased from 14.8% to 16.8% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 18.2% to 15.6%, and the 45 to 54 group fell from 12.8% to 11.4%. Demographic models suggest that by 2041, the age structure will change, with the 25 to 34 age bracket projected to grow the most at 34%, adding 530 residents to reach 2,085, whereas the 15 to 24 age bracket is expected to decrease by 80 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bentley Park
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 | Apr 2026 4 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Apr 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 — 216 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,360 at the 2021 Census → 9,238 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 (306021144). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.