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Bundaberg East - Kalkie has an estimated 6,184 residents, up from 5,804 at the 2021 Census — a change of 380 people, or 6.5%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years. 163 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 449 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 Bundaberg East - Kalkie is approximately 6,184 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 380 residents (6.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 5,804 residents. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 5,981 combined with 163 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. Such a population size translates to a density of 449 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and room for potential expansion. This 6.5% post-census growth rate is within 2.6 percentage points of the broader SA3 region (9.1%), indicating healthy growth dynamics.
The expansion was mostly powered by overseas migration, which served as the primary source of demographic gains in recent times. Projections published by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 using 2022 as a starting point are utilised by AreaSearch for each SA2. For localities not represented in this release, or for projections extending past 2032, figures from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 numbers are substituted. Because these state-level projections lack age breakdown details, AreaSearch allocates growth weightings across age groups using the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (derived from 2022 data) for each cohort. Future forecasts indicate regional population growth exceeding the national median, with the locality projected to gain 821 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP data, which translates to a total rise of 10.0% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
138 new dwellings have been approved in Bundaberg East - Kalkie over the past five years, an average of 27 a year. That places the area in the 62nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 25 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 72% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 25, 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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An average of 27 building approvals for residential dwellings are registered annually in Bundaberg East - Kalkie, totaling 138 homes over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 23 during FY-26 so far. Over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), the arrival of 1.6 new residents per constructed dwelling indicates balanced market conditions with aligned supply and demand, though this metric has shifted to -0.1 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, pointing to a more closely balanced environment. The average cost of new builds is $371,000.
In addition, commercial development approvals have reached $16.5 million this financial year, showing ongoing commercial investment. Bundaberg East - Kalkie displays approximately three-quarters of the new home approval rate per capita seen in the Rest of Qld, placing it in the 84th percentile of all examined locations nationally, even though construction pace has picked up recently. Standalone houses represent 72.0% of the new construction, while medium and high-density builds make up 28.0%, maintaining the detached-housing profile of the area which appeals to buyers looking for larger properties. An estimated 530 residents per approved home highlights the calm, low-intensity pace of development here. Looking ahead, the population of Bundaberg East - Kalkie is projected to rise by 618 residents by 2041 (starting from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current construction trends, local housing supply is expected to easily satisfy this demand, offering favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially supporting growth above current projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Bundaberg East - Kalkie, worth an estimated $400 million. A further 55 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, major projects, and planning changes play a critical role in shaping regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 15 projects that are anticipated to influence the local area. Prominent developments include The Gateway Marina - Burnett Heads, Kalkie Heights Residential Estate, Bundaberg East Levee, and Telegraph Road Over-50s Lifestyle Community, with the most relevant ones detailed in the list below.
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Bundaberg East Levee
A $174.7 million flood resilience project featuring a 1.7 km concrete levee along the Burnett River southern bank. The infrastructure includes floodgates, flood doors, and pump stations at Saltwater and Distillery Creeks, designed to protect over 600 properties in Bundaberg East, South, and the CBD from 1% AEP flood events. Recent milestones include the appointment of SMEC and CDM Smith as design consultants and the completion of detailed flood modelling. The project is currently in the detailed design phase following the 2024 Ministerial Infrastructure Designation process.
Kalkie Heights Residential Estate
Kalkie Heights is a master planned house and land estate in Kalkie, near Bundaberg, delivering about 194 residential lots over multiple stages. Stages 1 and 2 are sold out, civil works and infrastructure for the first stage are complete, titles have begun to issue, and homes and house and land packages are under construction, with further stages planned. The estate sits on elevated land above the floodplain and is positioned between Bundaberg CBD and Bargara beaches.
Telegraph Road Over-50s Lifestyle Community
An approved 18-stage, 386-dwelling over-50s land lease lifestyle community developed by Telegraph Road Developments Pty Ltd in Kalkie, Bundaberg. Features modern single-storey 2- and 3-bedroom relocatable homes (most with double garages, some with RV parking) and extensive resort-style facilities including a 1,500sqm clubhouse with gym, indoor pool, cinema, library, cafe, bar and lounge; outdoor bowling green, tennis/pickleball courts, mens shed, caravan storage and wash bay. Includes a secondary commercial/residential precinct for future local services. The project addresses regional housing demand and helps free up family homes for younger buyers.
New Bundaberg Hospital
The $1.2 billion New Bundaberg Hospital is a major greenfield development featuring a six-storey clinical building with over 400 beds. The facility includes an expanded emergency department, a rooftop helipad, mental health units, and teaching spaces. It serves as the centerpiece of the Bundaberg Health and Enterprise Precinct, aimed at providing level 5 health services to the growing Wide Bay region while mitigating flood risks associated with the existing hospital site.
Ashfield Growth Precinct
Council-led growth precinct in Ashfield, Bundaberg, enabling the delivery of approximately 4,942 residential lots. In July 2025, the Queensland Government provided $520,000 (towards a total detailed design cost of $651,000) to fast-track the trunk sewerage infrastructure. Design is expected to be completed within one year, allowing construction to commence in the 2026-27 financial year and unlocking significant new housing supply in this key growth area.
Sienna Boulevard
23-hectare residential subdivision by Santalucia Corporation adjacent to Belle Eden Estate on the Bundaberg Ring Road. Retaining a local water body as the centerpiece, the estate will deliver 152 residential lots and 2 reserve lots across 15 stages, accommodating around 380 residents. Early stages have commenced with land sales recorded in 2025 and 2026.
Gympie Estate Affordable Housing Project
PROJECT CANCELLED - SEPTEMBER 2025. A proposed 101-home affordable housing estate on 26 hectares adjacent to Baldwin Swamp Environmental Park. Following comprehensive geotechnical and environmental assessments, Regional Housing Limited and Bundaberg Regional Council determined the project was not feasible due to infrastructure costs exceeding development thresholds. The land is now planned to be incorporated into Baldwin Swamp Environmental Park as environmental reserve. The site, bounded by Telegraph Road, Ring Road, FE Walker Street and Mellifont Street, was intended to deliver affordable rental housing while preserving green spaces, but investigations confirmed civil infrastructure costs would be too high and lot numbers overly restricted to achieve affordable housing outcomes.
St Vincent de Paul Social Housing Walkervale Bundaberg
An 81 dwelling social housing development on the corner of Barolin and Maynard Streets in Walkervale, comprising 60 units and 21 single homes delivered under the QuickStarts QLD program. The project is being developed in partnership between St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland Housing and the Queensland Government, with homes to be operated by Vinnies Housing. Construction is progressing following Ministerial Infrastructure Designation approval, delivering long term social and affordable housing with on-site wrap-around support services including furniture and food assistance.
3,222 residents of Bundaberg East - Kalkie are employed, from a labour force of 3,329. Unemployment sits at 3.2%, with participation at 67.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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A mixture of white and blue collar jobs characterizes the workforce of Bundaberg East - Kalkie, with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of just 3.2%, and an estimated 7.5% increase in jobs over the past year. As of March 2026, 3,222 local residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 0.7% lower than the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, with participation matching expectations (67.1% vs Regional Qld's 64.3%). Census data indicates that a minor 4.6% of the workforce worked from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The concentration of workers in health care & social assistance is particularly high at 1.4 times the regional norm. Conversely, construction accounts for only 7.4% of the local workforce, which is below the 10.1% recorded for Regional Qld. Although there are local employment options, a comparison between the Census working population and the total residents suggests many people travel outside the area for work. Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that during the year leading to March 2026, employment grew by 7.5% and the overall labor force expanded by 5.3%, which lowered the unemployment rate by 2.0 percentage points. This is in contrast to Regional Qld, where employment rose by 0.1%, the workforce expanded by 0.3%, and the unemployment rate ticked up by 0.1 percentage points. Future labor demand in Bundaberg East - Kalkie can be contextualized using national employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25. These forecasts, which span five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Nationally, employment is predicted to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sectors will perform differently. Applying these industry weightings to the workforce mix of Bundaberg East - Kalkie suggests local employment expansion of 6.5% over five years and 13.8% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighting extrapolation for comparison purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bundaberg East - Kalkie is $1,301 a week (about $68,000 a year), with median personal income at $661 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $50,278 a year against an average of $62,997. 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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According to the latest postcode ATO statistics for the financial year 2023 released by AreaSearch, the median taxpayer income in the Bundaberg East - Kalkie SA2 is $50,278, with the average calculated at $62,997. These figures sit below the national benchmarks, and compare with a median of $53,146 and average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current figures are estimated at roughly $55,990 (median) and $70,153 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in Bundaberg East - Kalkie are positioned between the 20th and 21st percentiles nationally.
The statistics indicate that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the most common, accounting for 29.5% of residents (1,824 people), which aligns with the broader regional trend where 31.7% fall into this group. After paying for housing, residents retain 85.0% of their income, which ranks in the 21st percentile nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bundaberg East - Kalkie had 2,215 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 85% detached houses and 10% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 33% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $290 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,324 a month. Rent absorbs 22.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.5%. 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 mix in Bundaberg East - Kalkie at the time of the latest Census consisted of 84.7% detached houses and 15.3% other formats (including semi-detached properties, units, and alternative dwellings), compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Bundaberg East - Kalkie were comparable to the rest of the region at 34.5%, while the remaining properties were either mortgaged (32.4%) or rented (33.2%). The median mortgage payment in the area was significantly lower than the Regional Qld average at $1,324, and the median weekly rent was $290, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Bundaberg East - Kalkie are much lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bundaberg East - Kalkie counted 2,215 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,360 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 30% couples without children. 26% 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 majority of households at 70.9%, which includes couples with children at 26.2%, couples without children at 29.8%, and single parents at 13.9%. The remaining 29.1% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 26.4% and group homes making up 2.6%. The median household size of 2.5 residents is identical to the Regional Qld average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
15.2% of adults in Bundaberg East - Kalkie hold a university qualification, including 11.2% with a bachelor degree and 2.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 30.4% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,680 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 994 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 challenges are present in the region, with the portion of residents holding university qualifications (15.2%) sitting well below the national average of 30.4%. This situation highlights both a hurdle and an opening for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 11.2%, followed by postgraduate studies (2.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational training is highly popular, with 38.9% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.5%) and certificates (30.4%). Enrolment in education is quite high, with 28.3% of the local population engaged in formal study.
This cohort is made up of 10.1% in primary school, 9.6% in high school, and 3.0% enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Bundaberg East - Kalkie means driving: households keep an average of 1.4 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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Public transport checks indicate there are 15 active bus stops servicing Bundaberg East - Kalkie. These stops are linked to 2 separate routes, providing 81 passenger journeys per week. Access to transport is rated well, with the average distance to a stop being 391 meters. Given the residential focus of the area, most residents travel elsewhere for work, and private vehicles remain the primary transport choice at 95%. Households average 1.4 vehicles. A low 4.6% of residents worked from home (2021 Census; potentially impacted by COVID-19 rules). Service frequency averages 11 daily trips across the routes, which translates to roughly 5 weekly trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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62.6% of residents in Bundaberg East - Kalkie report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 80% of areas nationally. 8.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and the frequency of chronic conditions, Bundaberg East - Kalkie faces notable health issues, with common ailments being considerably more prevalent than average, particularly in older age groups. Furthermore, the rate of private health insurance is relatively low, covering about 50% of the population (~3,116 people). This is slightly below the 52.5% coverage rate in Regional Qld and the national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues in the area, affecting 10.6% and 9.2% of residents respectively.
Conversely, 62.6% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Chronic disease rates are elevated among the working-age cohort, indicating health challenges. Residents aged 65 and over represent 22.3% of the local population (1,377 people), which is higher than the Regional Qld average of 20.4%. While senior health outcomes pose challenges, they rank more favorably on a national scale than the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bundaberg East - Kalkie is largely Australian-born, at 86.6% of residents, with 7.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (30.5%) and English (30.5%). 3.3% 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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Cultural diversity in Bundaberg East - Kalkie is lower than the national average, with citizens representing 89.8% of the population, 86.6% born within Australia, and 92.2% speaking only English in a household setting. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 55.1% of residents in Bundaberg East - Kalkie, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Regarding parental birthplace, the three largest ancestry groups in Bundaberg East - Kalkie are Australian at 30.5%, English at 30.5%, and Scottish at 7.4%. There are also distinct variations in other ethnic groups: German ancestry is overrepresented at 6.4% of Bundaberg East - Kalkie (compared to 4.7% regionally), Korean is at 0.4% (compared to 0.2%), and Australian Aboriginal is at 3.3% (compared to 3.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bundaberg East - Kalkie is 41. 26.4% 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 41 years in Bundaberg East - Kalkie matches the regional average of 41 and is higher than the national median of 38 years. Compared to Regional Qld, there is a larger proportion of residents in the 75 - 84 bracket (8.4%) but a lower share of people aged 35 - 44 (11.3%). Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 demographic has increased from 11.8% to 13.5% of the total population, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 13.4% to 11.9%. Looking toward 2041, forecasts suggest notable changes in the age profile.
The 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow by 32% (263 people), increasing from 835 to 1,099. In contrast, the 5 to 14 and 15 to 24 brackets are forecast to shrink in population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bundaberg East - Kalkie
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 3 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 163 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,804 at the 2021 Census → 6,184 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 (319011496). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.