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Bridgeman Downs has an estimated 11,960 residents, up from 10,501 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,459 people, or 13.9%. Growth has averaged 3.2% a year over five years, faster than 82% of areas nationally. 318 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 44.5% of that increase. That puts 1,262 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 investigations by AreaSearch, the population of Bridgeman Downs is approximately 11,960 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,459 people (13.9%) from the 10,501 people recorded in the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 11,888 from June 2025 alongside 318 validated new addresses registered since the Census. With these numbers, the local density stands at 1,261 persons per square kilometer, a figure that surpasses the typical density of domestic locations analyzed by AreaSearch. The 13.9% expansion rate of Bridgeman Downs since the 2021 census outpaced the SA4 region (9.2%) and the national benchmark, placing the area at the forefront of regional growth.
This upward trajectory was chiefly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 44.5% of the total population increase during recent timeframes, though natural growth and overseas migration also played supportive roles. For each SA2 locality, AreaSearch utilizes projections published by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024, which utilize 2022 as their starting point. Where this dataset lacks coverage, or for periods past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (utilizing 2021 data) are employed instead. Because the state-level models do not supply breakdowns by age, AreaSearch distributes growth across age brackets using proportional weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (which use 2022 data). Based on these anticipated demographic trends, the locality is projected to experience expansion placing it in the highest national quartile, with an expected addition of 2,964 persons by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP figures, representing a 24.2% total gain over the 16 years.
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414 new dwellings have been approved in Bridgeman Downs over the past five years, an average of 82 a year. That places the area in the 86th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 60 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 77% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 79, 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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Bridgeman Downs has seen approximately 82 residential building approvals granted annually, amounting to a total of 414 homes over the last 5 financial years. For the current FY-26 period, 73 approvals have been logged. With an average of 4.1 new residents arriving per constructed home over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, demand is running well ahead of incoming supply, a trend that typically drives up property prices and intensifies competition among buyers. Meanwhile, newly constructed dwellings carry an average build value of $383,000, which sits slightly above regional benchmarks and points to a focus on premium builds.
Commercial approvals stand at $1.0 million for the current financial year, representing a low level of commercial development. Compared against the wider Greater Brisbane area, construction volume in Bridgeman Downs is moderately elevated, tracking at 29.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year period, which helps provide options for buyers while bolstering local property valuations, even though building activity has slowed of late. The composition of new builds is 77.0% detached houses and 23.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the suburban character of the neighborhood with a clear preference for standalone homes that appeal to buyers seeking extra space. The ratio of around 240 people per dwelling approval characterizes Bridgeman Downs as an evolving real estate market. Looking forward, the population of Bridgeman Downs is projected to expand by 2,892 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If ongoing building volumes persist, the supply of housing is anticipated to keep pace with demand, offering favorable circumstances for prospective buyers and potentially paving the way for expansion that outstrips current projections.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Bridgeman Downs, worth an estimated $541 million. A further 98 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $24.7 billion. 22 are already under construction and 39 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and retail. 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, regional planning decisions, and major development works are key factors that shape the performance of a property market. In total, 16 key projects have been tracked by AreaSearch as having a potential impact on this locality. Significant initiatives include the Northern Brisbane Green Corridors, Grevillea on Graham, Grevillea on Idonia, and the Beckett Road Subdivision, with the detailed list below highlighting the developments most relevant to local stakeholders.
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Grevillea on Graham
Boutique estate by Ausbuild with 29 homesites (approx. 500-663 sqm) in a quiet Bridgeman Downs pocket. Active sales with house-and-land packages; local streets and lots delivered in stages. Close to parks, schools and major retail with convenient access to transport.
Grevillea on Idonia
Limited-release boutique land estate by Ausbuild comprising 11 premium homesites at the end of Idonia Street in Bridgeman Downs. Marketing and sales are active and operational works have been decided by Brisbane City Council, indicating civil construction. Lots feature wide frontages and direct access to nearby parkland and Cabbage Tree Creek reserve.
Lomandra Park Estate
A 6.4-hectare residential community development featuring lot packages and custom home design offerings including a dedicated display village in Bridgeman Downs.
Beckett Road Subdivision
Approved reconfiguration of lots to create a 17-lot residential subdivision over approximately 2.01 hectares at 357-365 Beckett Road, Bridgeman Downs. Application A006180740 was decided (approved) by Brisbane City Council with DAJMO Pty Ltd as applicant and Saunders Havill Group as consultant. Lots range roughly from 400 m2 to around 1,059 m2, targeting premium infill housing supply in Brisbane's north.
McDonald's Bridgeman Downs
Standalone McDonald's restaurant with dual-lane drive-through integrated with an already approved service station on the corner of Albany Creek Rd and Bridgeman Rd. DA A006795238 (Material Change of Use) is currently in progress with Brisbane City Council, and a related Reconfigure a Lot application (A006796321) is also in progress. Proposed building is single-storey (~4.9m) with approx. 380sqm GFA and 24/7 operations.
440 Beckett Road Residential Subdivision
14-lot residential subdivision approved (Decided) by Brisbane City Council at 440 Beckett Road on a 0.96 ha site that includes mapped koala habitat and a local wildlife corridor. The primary DA (A006225146) reconfigures 1 lot into 14 with environmental covenants and a corridor set-aside. An Operational Works application (A006861657) was lodged in Sep 2025, indicating progression to civil works, subject to fauna management and other approval conditions.
Linkfield Road Overpass Upgrade
A $176 million upgrade of the Linkfield Road Overpass at the Gympie Arterial Road interchange in Bald Hills, delivered by the Department of Transport and Main Roads as part of the Bruce Highway Upgrade Program. The existing overpass will be removed and replaced with a new four-lane structure (two lanes each way) between the Gympie Road and Lacey Road intersections, with vertical clearance increased from 4.7 metres to 6 metres to accommodate high-clearance freight vehicles and reduce recurring bridge strikes.The northbound and southbound entry ramps will be upgraded, the southbound exit ramp extended, and both ramp intersections signalised. Active transport works include a new separated pathway for eastbound pedestrians and cyclists plus an on-road westbound cycle lane. Funding is split between the Australian Government ($125.5 million) and the Queensland Government ($50.5 million) under QTRIP 2024-25 to 2027-28 (Investment ID 1160465). As at the April 2026 project update, the project remains in the pre-construction phase: early works covering electrical asset relocation, approximately 350 metres of gas main relocation, earthworks and site preparation are underway, and an Expression of Interest for a construction contractor was released to market in March 2026, closing 14 April 2026. The overpass EOI has been combined with the Gympie Arterial Road and Beams Road (Carseldine) intersection upgrade under a single construction contract to reduce duplication and coordinate traffic impacts. No construction start or completion date has been confirmed.
Carseldine Village - 5-Star Green Star Community
A pioneering 15-hectare sustainable precinct on the former QUT campus featuring 100% net-zero energy emission homes. The project integrates the Village Heart retail hub, Rockpool's 150-bed aged care facility, a 98-place C&K childcare centre, and 'The Green' $6.5M recreation area. Recent milestones include the structural progress of 152 social and affordable housing units in partnership with SGCH and Bric Housing, and the nearing completion of the Village Heart Stage 1 retail precinct.
7,301 residents of Bridgeman Downs are employed, from a labour force of 7,430. Unemployment sits at 1.7%, with participation at 77.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,735, about 73% 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 workforce in Bridgeman Downs is characterized by high levels of education and a strong concentration of professionals, coupled with an unemployment rate of only 1.7% and estimated jobs growth of 7.1% over the past year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 7,301, while the local unemployment rate sat 2.6% below the 4.3% rate recorded across Greater Brisbane. Furthermore, the participation rate of the local labor force is exceptionally high, reaching 77.5% compared to the 70.4% average for Greater Brisbane. According to Census records, a moderate 23.9% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 containment measures.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and retail trade. The neighborhood exhibits a strong occupational concentration in health care & social assistance, where the employment share is 1.2 times the wider regional benchmark. Conversely, the manufacturing sector has a small footprint, accounting for 4.2% of jobs compared to 6.4% across the region. As a predominantly residential enclave, the locality appears to present few local employment options, as shown by comparing the count of Census workers against the resident population. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch indicates that for the year ending March 2026, the count of employed individuals grew by 7.1% and the total labor force expanded by 7.2%, which kept the unemployment rate steady. Over the same period, Greater Brisbane saw employment expand by 3.2% and the labor force grow by 3.4%, resulting in a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context regarding future labor demand in Bridgeman Downs. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with 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 expansion rates vary widely by industry. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the local employment distribution suggests that jobs in Bridgeman Downs could grow by 7.2% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for comparison that does not account for localized population changes.
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Median household income in Bridgeman Downs is $2,846 a week (about $148,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,081 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $65,667 a year against an average of $85,946. 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 Bridgeman Downs SA2 records a median taxpayer income of $65,667 and an average income of $85,946, according to the most recent postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. These figures rank among the highest nationwide, contrasting with the median of $58,236 and average of $72,799 seen across Greater Brisbane. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current income levels are estimated to be roughly $73,127 for the median and $95,709 for the average as of March 2026. Census data confirms that household, family, and individual incomes in Bridgeman Downs are positioned high, placing between the 85th and 95th percentiles nationally.
The income distribution is led by the $4000+ weekly bracket, which accounts for 31.5% of residents (3,767 people), in contrast to regional patterns where 33.3% of households fall in the $1,500 - 2,999 range. This high concentration of affluent residents, with 47.6% earning over $3,000/week, points to robust financial capacity throughout the community. Once housing costs are met, residents keep 88.0% of their earnings, indicating strong discretionary spending power, and the area is placed in the 9th decile of the SEIFA index for income.
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Bridgeman Downs had 3,458 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 88% detached houses and 1% apartments. 45% are owned with a mortgage, 16% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $525 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,500 a month, a total housing cost higher than 79% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 18.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing stock in Bridgeman Downs, as of the most recent Census, was composed of 87.9% standalone houses and 12.2% alternative residential formats such as semi-detached homes, townhouses, and apartments, compared to the Brisbane metropolitan breakdown of 73.5% standalone houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Bridgeman Downs was notably higher than the Brisbane metropolitan benchmark, standing at 39.3%, while the remaining properties were either held under a mortgage (45.2%) or occupied by renters (15.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly above the Brisbane metro average at $2,500, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $525, compared to $1,863 and $380 respectively for the wider metro area.
On a national scale, mortgage commitments in Bridgeman Downs are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are considerably higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bridgeman Downs counted 3,458 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,938 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 48% are couples with children, more than in 93% of areas nationally, against 29% couples without children. 12% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units make up the vast majority of households at 86.6%, consisting of couples with children at 48.1%, couples without children at 29.2%, and single parent households at 8.2%. Non-family households account for the remaining 13.4%, with single-person dwellings representing 11.8% and group living situations comprising 1.7% of the total. The median size of local households is 3.0 people, which is larger than the 2.6 average observed across Greater Brisbane.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
41.4% of adults in Bridgeman Downs hold a university qualification, including 27.3% with a bachelor degree and 10.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 16.0% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The level of formal education in Bridgeman Downs is substantially higher than broader benchmarks, with 41.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% across QLD and 30.4% nationwide. This educational profile positions the suburb well to capitalize on knowledge-based employment sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the most common university qualification at 27.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 10.7% and graduate diplomas at 3.4%. Vocational and technical training is also well represented, with 27.0% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.0%) and certificates (16.0%).
Participation in study is high throughout the community, with 30.7% of residents enrolled in some form of structured learning. This student population includes 9.5% attending primary school, 9.2% in secondary education, and 7.2% enrolled in higher education programs.
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Public transport in Bridgeman Downs reaches 18 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 1,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 380 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.9 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 network shows 18 active stops operating in Bridgeman Downs, offering bus connections. These stops are served by 7 distinct routes, which accommodate 1,163 weekly passenger trips. Transport convenience is rated as good, with residents living an average of 375 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential character of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, and private vehicles remain the primary mode of travel at 89%. Households own an average of 1.9 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. In addition, 23.9% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions.
Service frequency across all local routes averages 166 trips daily, which translates to roughly 64 weekly services per individual transit stop.
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74.1% of residents in Bridgeman Downs report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 92% of areas nationally. 3.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 62.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 2.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators reveal excellent outcomes for Bridgeman Downs, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, with both younger and older demographics showing a low incidence of common health issues. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is exceptionally high, covering approximately 62% of the local population (7,415 people). This compares to a private coverage rate of 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical issues reported in the locality were asthma and arthritis, which affect 6.7% and 6.2% of residents respectively. Conversely, 74.1% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
The working-age population is particularly healthy, exhibiting low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 17.9% of the population (2,140 people), which is higher than the 15.1% share in Greater Brisbane. While health outcomes for seniors in the area are very strong, their national ranking is slightly lower than that of the younger local demographic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
33.6% of Bridgeman Downs residents were born overseas and 25.9% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (24.0%) and Australian (20.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Bridgeman Downs exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 25.9% of residents using a language other than English at home and 33.6% of the population born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion in the area, practiced by 58.6% of residents. However, the most notable religious divergence is the representation of Hinduism, which accounts for 7.3% of local residents, a figure substantially higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.2%. Looking at ancestral backgrounds based on parents' country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Bridgeman Downs are English at 24.0%, Australian at 20.1%, and Other at 10.2%.
There are also distinct concentrations of other ethnic backgrounds: Indian ancestry is highly represented at 6.9% of the local population (compared to 2.0% regionally), South Australian ancestry is at 1.1% (compared to 0.6% regionally), and Italian ancestry stands at 4.3% (compared to 2.0% regionally).
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The median resident of Bridgeman Downs is 40. 21.0% 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 residents in Bridgeman Downs is 40 years, which is older than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and slightly higher than the national median of 38. Compared to the wider Brisbane metropolitan area, there is a clear concentration of residents in the 55 - 64 age bracket, which accounts for 12.6% of the local population, while young adults aged 25 - 34 are underrepresented at 7.3%. Post-2021 Census figures show the 35 to 44 age bracket has grown from 14.1% to 15.1% of the population, whereas the 25 to 34 cohort has contracted from 9.8% to 7.3%.
Population projections for 2041 show significant demographic changes ahead for Bridgeman Downs. Leading these changes, the 45 to 54 cohort is projected to expand by 44% (730 people), growing from 1,674 to 2,405. In contrast, both the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 age groups are expected to shrink in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bridgeman Downs
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 10 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 — 318 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (10,501 at the 2021 Census → 11,960 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 (302011023). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.