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Branyan - Kensington has an estimated 6,044 residents, up from 5,384 at the 2021 Census — a change of 660 people, or 12.3%. Growth has averaged 2.3% a year over five years, faster than 78% of areas nationally. 158 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 69.3% of that increase. That puts 120 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 Branyan - Kensington is approximately 6,044 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 660 individuals (12.3%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 5,384 residents. This population shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 5,969 alongside 158 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. With this population level, the density ratio stands at 119 persons per square kilometer, indicating substantial space for each resident and potential capacity for future building. The 12.3% population expansion in Branyan - Kensington since the 2021 census was higher than the SA3 region (9.1%) as well as the Rest of Qld, positioning the locality as a leading growth area in the territory.
This upward trend was chiefly driven by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 69.3% of the total population increase in recent times, though all other contributors such as natural increase and overseas migration also made positive contributions. AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 localities, published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline year. In cases where SA2 localities are omitted from this dataset, or for any projections past 2032, the Queensland State Government's SA2 projections from 2023 (using 2021 data) are applied instead. Because these state-level projections do not provide breakdowns by age group, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts proportionally based on the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (using 2022 baseline data). Looking at upcoming demographic changes, the district is projected to experience population growth exceeding the median for regional Australia, with an estimated rise of 1,063 people by 2041 compared to the latest annual ERP statistics, representing a total expansion of 16.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
217 new dwellings have been approved in Branyan - Kensington over the past five years, an average of 43 a year. That places the area in the 74th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 28 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 51, broadly in line with 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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Approximately 43 new residential builds have received approval each year in Branyan - Kensington, totaling 217 approvals over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 47 during FY-26 so far. Based on a ratio of 3 new residents added per year for every approved dwelling over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), which points to robust demand that should help maintain property valuations, new residential structures are constructed at an average cost of $321,000, consistent with wider trends in the region. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $20.8 million during the current financial year, showing a moderate volume of commercial planning activity.
In comparison to the Rest of Qld, Branyan - Kensington exhibits slightly higher levels of construction activity (24.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year period), which helps maintain options for purchasers while supporting current property demand, even though construction pace has declined lately. Additionally, recent construction consists entirely of single-family detached homes, which preserves the traditional low-density profile of the neighborhood and emphasizes homes suited for families wanting extra space. There are roughly 206 people for each dwelling approval in this location, showing a growing market. Long-term forecasts indicate that Branyan - Kensington will gain 988 residents by 2041 (calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly projections). Given current levels of building activity, the residential supply is anticipated to satisfy demand sufficiently, which supports buyers while potentially allowing growth to outpace current predictions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Branyan - Kensington, worth an estimated $491 million. A further 50 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $9.48 billion. 24 are already under construction and 28 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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 planning decisions, and development initiatives are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 13 projects expected to influence the local area. Primary developments include The Ridge on Branyan, Bundaberg GHAG Solar PV Park, Branvale Estate, and the Bundaberg Regional Aviation and Aerospace Precinct, with the following list detailing those of greatest significance.
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Bundaberg Regional Aviation and Aerospace Precinct
An 11-hectare master-planned aviation and aerospace business park adjoining Bundaberg Regional Airport at Kensington. The estate is being delivered in stages by Bundaberg Regional Council and comprises around 34 lots (average 3,000 to 3,200 square metres) with a mix of airside and landside frontages, taxiways, aircraft aprons, road and sewer infrastructure. The precinct already hosts the joint RFDS and LifeFlight Aeromedical Base (opened 2020) and the RFDS Aeromedical Training Academy (officially opened 2024), which houses the only Beechcraft King Air full-flight simulator in Australia.Recent additions include a Council-approved multi-tenant commercial building at 15 Aviation Crescent, with further serviced lots and airside hangar sites being released for sale and lease to support general aviation, emergency services, advanced manufacturing and aerospace-related industry, with 24 by 7 airport access.
Branvale Estate
A premium residential land estate in Bundaberg offering fully serviced, easement-free allotments exceeding 1,000m2 with wide frontages. Stage 3 construction is now complete with 18 allotments sold out and new stages planned. Features rock-free, flat, flood-free lots with town water, sewer, NBN and underground power. The estate maintains high building standards with custom-built homes, providing spacious lots suitable for sheds, pools and family homes.
The Ridge on Branyan
A premium riverside residential estate in Branyan offering elevated land opportunities with access to the Burnett River. Stages 1-9 are sold out with Stage 11 releasing soon. Block sizes range from 700-1300 sqm with full services including sewerage, town water, underground power, and NBN. Located close to Sugarland Shopping Centre, Branyan State School, a new childcare facility, CQU campus, new hospital site, and Bundaberg Airport.
Vitwood Branyan Estate
A major masterplanned residential community proposed by Vitwood Pty Ltd, featuring approximately 785 dwellings across 69 hectares. The project is a key component of the Branyan Local Plan Area, which was formally integrated into the Bundaberg Regional Council Planning Scheme (Version 6.5) in April 2026. The development includes a proposed neighborhood supermarket, extensive open space networks, and specialized activity centers along Childers Road designed to manage urban expansion and improve housing choice in the growing Branyan-Kensington corridor.
Branyan Local Plan Area
An 820-hectare urban expansion precinct guided by the Bundaberg Regional Council Planning Scheme. The plan facilitates a long-term phased development strategy transitioning Emerging Community land into low and medium-density residential neighbourhoods supported by activity centres. Supported by state infrastructure activation funding, the framework unlocks critical wastewater network capacity to service thousands of future homes alongside local parks and environmental corridor protections.
The Habitat Estate
The Habitat Estate is a completed boutique masterplanned residential estate in Branyan comprising approximately 62 house and land lots. The development includes completed community infrastructure such as a public playground, Branyan Early Learning Centre, full urban services including NBN, and established homes. The originally proposed neighbourhood shops and cafes have not been confirmed as delivered. The estate is now a fully established residential community with ongoing private home construction on remaining lots.
RFDS Bundaberg Aeromedical Hub
Joint aeromedical base for Royal Flying Doctor Service and LifeFlight Queensland, featuring a patient transfer facility, aircraft hangar, medical facilities, maintenance capabilities, and simulation training rooms. Opened in 2020, it provides emergency medical services to regional Queensland with comprehensive support infrastructure.
RFDS Aeromedical Training Academy
A $28.88 million purpose-built aviation training facility adjacent to the RFDS Bundaberg Base, housing the only Beechcraft King Air 260/350/360/360Q Pro Line Fusion Full-Flight Simulator in Australia. The Level D certified simulator achieved CASA certification in October 2024 and provides training for RFDS pilots as well as external operators including Queensland Police Service and Toll Aviation. The academy includes four classrooms, four briefing offices, two instructor offices, two simulator bays and onsite parking, and supported around 200 construction jobs.
3,383 residents of Branyan - Kensington are employed, from a labour force of 3,461. Unemployment sits at 2.3%, with participation at 71.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,357, about 89% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce in Branyan - Kensington is balanced between white-collar and blue-collar occupations, with a strong presence in essential services, a low unemployment rate of 2.3%, and an estimated employment expansion of 6.8% over the past year. In March 2026, there are 3,383 employed residents, while the unemployment rate sits 1.7% lower than the Regional Qld rate of 3.9%, and participation in the labour force is exceptionally high (71.6% in comparison to 64.3% in Regional Qld). According to Census details, only a small proportion of residents (4.9%) worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The district exhibits a strong concentration in health care & social assistance, where the proportion of workers is 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, accommodation & food services has a smaller footprint, employing 5.9% of the workforce compared to 8.3% across the region. The comparison between the Census working population and resident population suggests that local employment opportunities within the immediate area are limited. According to the AreaSearch review of SALM and ABS statistics, employment rose by 6.8% and the total labor force grew by 5.4% over the 12-month period, which helped drive a 1.3 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. This stands in contrast to Regional Qld, where employment rose by 0.1%, the labor force grew by 0.3%, and unemployment increased by 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context regarding future labour demand in Branyan - Kensington. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce profile to model future growth. While total employment across the nation is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expected growth rates vary widely by industry. Projecting these industry-level patterns onto the workforce distribution of Branyan - Kensington yields an estimated local employment increase of 6.4% over five years and 13.6% over ten years (note that this is a direct weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Branyan - Kensington is $1,616 a week (about $84,000 a year), with median personal income at $715 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,385 a year against an average of $68,144. 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 latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in the Branyan - Kensington SA2 align closely with national averages, with a median of $54,385 and an average of $68,144. In comparison, Regional Qld recorded a median income of $53,146 and an average of $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to figures of roughly $60,563 for the median and $75,885 for the average as of March 2026. Census findings show that household, family, and individual incomes in Branyan - Kensington are modest, placing between the 31st and 42nd percentiles.
Looking at income brackets, 33.9% of the population (2,048 residents) earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to the metropolitan region where this group accounts for 31.7% of the total. After housing costs are met, 86.3% of income remains available for general living expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Branyan - Kensington had 1,826 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 0% apartments. 43% are owned with a mortgage, 19% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $330 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,600 a month. Rent absorbs 20.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in Branyan - Kensington at the time of the last Census consisted of 94.6% separate houses and 5.5% alternative dwelling types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and other housing), compared to 76.4% separate houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. At the same time, home ownership rates in Branyan - Kensington were much higher than the Regional Qld level, standing at 38.1%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (42.8%) or occupied by tenants (19.1%). The median monthly payment for home mortgages was lower than the Regional Qld average at $1,600, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $330, compared to regional averages of $1,655 and $345.
On a national level, mortgage costs in Branyan - Kensington are notably lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are much lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Branyan - Kensington counted 1,826 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,050 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 34% couples without children. 16% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 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 81.9%, which includes 37.1% couples with children, 33.8% couples without children, and 10.5% single-parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 18.1% of households, with single-person households at 15.6% and shared group households at 2.4%. The median household size is 2.8 individuals, which is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.4% of adults in Branyan - Kensington hold a university qualification, including 10.7% with a bachelor degree and 1.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 33.1% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 472 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 979 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 neighborhood shows lower rates of formal higher education, with university qualification levels (14.4%) sitting well below the national average of 30.4%. This presents a clear opportunity for targeted educational outreach. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 10.7%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.9% and postgraduate degrees at 1.8%. Vocational and technical abilities are highly represented, with 41.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.6%) and certificates (33.1%). Enrollment rates in education are quite high, with 29.2% of the local population currently undertaking formal study.
This student population includes 11.4% in primary schools, 10.5% in secondary schools, and 2.8% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Branyan - Kensington means driving: households keep an average of 2.0 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of public transit options indicates there is 1 active transit stop within Branyan - Kensington, served by bus connections. This stop is utilized by 2 distinct routes, which provide a total of 55 passenger trips per week. Transit access is classified as limited, with residents living an average of 3523 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the locality, the majority of workers travel outside the area for employment, and private vehicles remain the primary mode of travel for 96% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership stands at an average of 2.0 cars, which is higher than the regional average.
A small proportion of residents (4.9%) worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions. Service frequency across the transit routes averages 7 daily trips, which translates to roughly 55 weekly trips at each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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65.6% of residents in Branyan - Kensington report no long-term health condition. 6.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.0 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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Branyan - Kensington presents notable health difficulties based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality patterns and the presence of chronic illnesses, with general health issues occurring across the community, particularly within older age demographics, while the level of private health insurance coverage is slightly higher than the average SA2 region at roughly 53% of the population (~3,179 residents). Arthritis and asthma are the most frequently reported medical conditions in the region, affecting 9.9% and 8.4% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 65.6% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Working-age individuals show a higher-than-average rate of chronic illnesses. Residents aged 65 and over make up 18.3% of the local population (1,108 individuals), which is below the Regional Qld level of 20.4%. Health outcomes among older residents present some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the rest of the local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Branyan - Kensington is largely Australian-born, at 89.1% of residents, with 4.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (31.2%) and English (31.1%). 3.2% 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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Branyan - Kensington exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 89.1% of residents born in Australia, 91.8% holding citizenship, and 95.3% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 52.7% of the local population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Regarding family ancestry, the three most common backgrounds reported in Branyan - Kensington are Australian at 31.2%, English at 31.1%, and Scottish at 7.8%. There are also notable differences in the representation of other groups: German background is higher at 6.4% (compared to 4.7% across the region), Russian background is at 0.4% (compared to 0.2% regionally), and Australian Aboriginal ancestry is recorded at 3.2% (compared to 3.9% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Branyan - Kensington is 39. 25.2% 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 39 years in Branyan - Kensington is slightly lower than the Regional Qld average of 41 years, but very close to the Australian average of 38 years. The demographic profile reveals a strong presence of 15 - 24 year-olds (14.7%), whereas the 25 - 34 age group is relatively small (10.6%) compared to Regional Qld. Since 2021, the proportion of individuals aged 15 to 24 has risen from 12.0% to 14.7%, and the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 5.3% to 6.8%. On the other hand, the 5 to 14 age bracket decreased from 15.5% to 13.6%.
Looking forward to 2041, population projections indicate notable shifts in the age makeup of Branyan - Kensington, with the 25 to 34 age bracket expected to grow strongly by 200 people (31%) from 638 to 839, while the 15 to 24 group is projected to rise by just 1% (8 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Branyan - Kensington
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 8 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 — 158 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,384 at the 2021 Census → 6,044 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 (319011494). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.