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Bundaberg Surrounds - North has an estimated 10,048 residents, up from 9,276 at the 2021 Census — a change of 772 people, or 8.3%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 65.1% of that increase. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. 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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As of May 2026, the estimated population of Bundaberg Surrounds - North stands at approximately 10,048, according to evaluations by AreaSearch. This represents a growth of 772 individuals (8.3%) from the 9,276 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. This growth calculation incorporates the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 10,016 alongside 96 validated new addresses registered after the Census. Based on these numbers, the region has a population density of 7.9 persons per square kilometer, offering residents substantial personal space. The population expansion rate of 8.3% since the census is just 0.8 percentage points lower than the 9.1% growth observed in the broader SA3 region, showing competitive local growth dynamics.
This upward trend was chiefly propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 65.1% of the overall population rise, though other contributors such as natural growth and overseas migration also made positive additions. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using a 2022 baseline, are utilized for each SA2 locality. Where these datasets do not cover specific SA2 regions or extend past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (using 2021 baseline data) are substituted. Because the Queensland state projections omit age-specific breakdowns, AreaSearch allocates cohort growth using proportional weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections based on 2022 data. Anticipated demographic transitions suggest the area will experience population growth slightly under the median for non-metropolitan Australian localities. Based on the most recent annual ERP figures, the region is projected to add 771 residents by 2041, representing a total expansion of 7.3% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
274 new dwellings have been approved in Bundaberg Surrounds - North over the past five years, an average of 54 a year. That places the area in the 68th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 40 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 40, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential development in Bundaberg Surrounds - North has proceeded at an average pace of approximately 54 new dwelling approvals per year, totaling 274 approvals across the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and adding 37 approvals during the current FY-26. Over those past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), the ratio of new residents to newly built dwellings stood at 2.5 people per year for every home constructed, indicating consistent demand that helps sustain local property values. Newly constructed dwellings carry an average build value of $320,000, which sits below the regional average and points to more budget-friendly purchasing options.
Furthermore, the area has recorded $2.9 million in commercial approvals during the current financial year, underlining the highly residential character of the locality. The volume of building activity per capita in Bundaberg Surrounds - North is comparable to the Rest of Qld, maintaining a balanced market aligned with wider regional trends. Current construction activity consists entirely of single detached houses, reinforcing the low-density profile of the community and appealing to buyers seeking extra space. With a ratio of approximately 268 people per approval, Bundaberg Surrounds - North is exhibiting signs of a transitioning market. Based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch, Bundaberg Surrounds - North is projected to welcome an additional 739 residents by 2041. Assuming the current pace of construction persists, the supply of new housing is anticipated to satisfy local demand easily, creating favorable conditions for home buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current demographic forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 60 current infrastructure and development projects close to Bundaberg Surrounds - North, worth an estimated $9.74 billion. 26 are already under construction and 30 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 developments, and urban planning decisions are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 43 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Notable projects include Brookfield Estate, Bundaberg Solar Farm, Branvale Estate, and Belle Eden Estate Extensions, with the most relevant developments detailed in the following list.
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Brookfield Estate
Master planned residential land estate in Ashfield, Bundaberg by Santalucia Corporation. Current release Stage 2C is selling with 15 fully serviced lots (approx 787 to 865 sqm), rock free and easy to build, with wide 21m and 22m frontages, established surrounding homes and quick access to the Bundaberg Ring Rd.
Bundaberg GHAG Solar PV Park
Solar PV facility proposed near Bundaberg, Queensland, originally sized at 100MW and intended to supply power for the associated Green Hydrogen Australia Group (GHAG) Bundaberg Hydrogen Hub. GHAG was a consortium of Denzo Group (trustee of the Mathews Family Trust), Elvin Group Renewables, and hydrogen vehicle developer H2X, announced in 2020 with Trina Solar Australia proposed as PV module supplier and an estimated project cost of around AUD 300 million for the combined hydrogen hub.No construction, financing, or planning updates have been reported publicly since 2020. Global Energy Monitor's Global Solar Power Tracker lists the associated Bundaberg (Denzo) solar farm, sized at 58MW and wholly owned by Denzo Group, with a status of inferred cancelled since September 2022. H2X Global's more recent public updates focus solely on its hydrogen vehicle manufacturing business and make no mention of the Bundaberg hub, and no current development application activity could be located with Bundaberg Regional Council. Project status could not be confirmed as active.
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.
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.
Belle Eden Estate Extensions
Two residential development sites adjacent to the existing Belle Eden Estate. The 23-hectare northern site is located on the Bundaberg Ring Road and will yield over 150 home sites. The 34-hectare southern site will yield over 300 home sites. Both developments are undergoing final approval stages and will provide a total of 450 dwellings.
Young Street Residential Subdivision
Approved residential subdivision on a 12.4 ha site delivering 121 lots ranging from approximately 600 to 941 sqm. The site features a reconfiguration-of-lot approval with an operational works phase.
New Social Housing in Avoca, Bundaberg
Two-stage modular social housing development delivering 46 homes for Queenslanders experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Stage 1 comprising 6 family homes has been completed and occupied. Stage 2 comprising 40 apartments across seven two-storey and two three-storey buildings is now under construction after commencing in late 2025, with completion and tenant occupation expected during mid 2026. The development includes 7-star energy efficient modular homes, communal open space, accessible design and is managed by the Bundaberg Housing Service Centre.
5,010 residents of Bundaberg Surrounds - North are employed, from a labour force of 5,179. Unemployment sits at 3.3%, with participation at 60.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,380, about 83% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labor market in Bundaberg Surrounds - North features a diverse mix of blue-collar and white-collar occupations across multiple industries, accompanied by a low unemployment rate of 3.3% and an estimated 7.1% increase in local employment over the past year. In March 2026, the employed resident count reached 5,010, keeping the unemployment rate 0.7 percentage points below the 3.9% recorded across Regional Qld, while the participation rate of 60.3% is lower than the Regional Qld standard of 64.3%. Census data indicates that a modest 10.2% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, agriculture, forestry & fishing, and retail trade. The region exhibits a strong occupational concentration in agriculture, forestry & fishing, where the employment share is 3.9 times higher than the regional benchmark. Conversely, the accommodation & food sector is underrepresented, employing 4.3% of workers compared to the regional average of 8.3%. A comparison between the number of employed residents and the local working population suggests that the immediate area provides a limited volume of local jobs. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch indicates that for the year ending March 2026, the number of employed residents grew by 7.1% and the labor force expanded by 5.4%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 1.5 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1% and its labor force grow by 0.3%, resulting in a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide a benchmark for assessing future labor demand in Bundaberg Surrounds - North. These five-year and ten-year national projections have been applied to local employment sectors to project local growth patterns. Although overall national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expansion rates vary widely by industry. Weighting these projections against the local industry mix suggests local employment could grow by 5.8% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, representing a basic mathematical extrapolation for comparison that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bundaberg Surrounds - North is $1,216 a week (about $63,000 a year), with median personal income at $571 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,606 a year against an average of $58,204. 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 postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Bundaberg Surrounds - North SA2 recorded a median income of $46,606 and an average income of $58,204. These figures are below the national benchmarks and compare to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 across Regional Qld. Adjusted for the Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would stand at approximately $51,900 for the median and $64,816 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the area fell between the 8th and 14th percentiles nationwide.
The local income distribution shows that 28.2% of the population (2,833 individuals) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the broader region where this bracket accounts for 31.7% of taxpayers. Although residents retain a high portion of their earnings at 87.0% due to moderate housing costs, the overall disposable income level ranks at the 18th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bundaberg Surrounds - North had 3,315 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 1% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 17% rented and 47% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 24.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census data, the housing mix in Bundaberg Surrounds - North consisted of 96.6% stand-alone houses and 3.4% other dwelling types, such as apartments, townhouses, or alternative structures, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. The home ownership rate in Bundaberg Surrounds - North reached 47.4%, which is higher than the rate in Regional Qld, with the remaining residences being mortgaged (35.9%) or rented (16.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $1,300, which is below the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $300 compared to the Regional Qld average of $345.
On a national scale, mortgage payments in Bundaberg Surrounds - North are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bundaberg Surrounds - North counted 3,315 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,591 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 39% couples without children. 20% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 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 76.6%, consisting of couples without children at 38.9%, couples with children at 26.6%, and single-parent households at 10.7%. The remaining 23.4% are non-family households, which are comprised of lone persons at 19.6% and group shared homes at 3.8%. The median household occupancy of 2.5 individuals matches the average for Regional Qld.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.1% of adults in Bundaberg Surrounds - North hold a university qualification, including 9.3% with a bachelor degree and 1.3% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 90% of areas nationally. A further 33.8% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 232 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 941 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 statistics for the area highlight some opportunities for improvement, as the university graduation rate of 12.1% is below the national average of 30.4%. Within the higher education cohort, bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.3%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.5% and postgraduate qualifications at 1.3%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 42.4% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.6% and certificates at 33.8%. Enrolment in education is strong, with 26.7% of the local population currently undertaking formal study. This student group includes 10.1% enrolled in primary schools, 9.9% in secondary schools, and 2.2% studying at tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Bundaberg Surrounds - North means driving: households keep an average of 1.8 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 transit options in Bundaberg Surrounds - North consist of 6 active bus stops. These stops are served by 1 routes, which provide a total of 12 passenger trips per week. Transport access is limited, with residents living an average of 5394 meters away from their nearest stop. Because it is a residential area, most workers commute out of the district, with private cars being the main transport choice for 94% of commuters. Households own an average of 1.8 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low 10.2% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions.
Service frequency on local transit routes averages 1 trips per day, which translates to approximately 2 weekly passenger trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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61.3% of residents in Bundaberg Surrounds - North report no long-term health condition. 7.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 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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Based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality rates and chronic health conditions, Bundaberg Surrounds - North experiences notable health challenges, with medical issues affecting both younger and older cohorts. The rate of private health insurance coverage is low at roughly 48% of the population (~4,843 people), compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent medical issues, affecting 12.1% and 9.2% of residents respectively. Conversely, 61.3% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Chronic health issues are notable within the working-age population. Residents aged 65 and older represent 25.4% of the population (2,552 people), which is higher than the 20.4% average for Regional Qld. Health indicators for these senior residents are generally consistent with national trends for the age group.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bundaberg Surrounds - North is largely Australian-born, at 86.6% of residents, with 3.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.2%) and Australian (31.7%). 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 Surrounds - North is lower than the national average, with citizens making up 87.9% of the population, 86.6% of residents born in Australia, and 96.5% of households speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 51.2% of the local community, which is similar to the 52.2% average across Regional Qld. Regarding ancestral backgrounds, the three most common heritages in Bundaberg Surrounds - North are English at 33.2%, Australian at 31.7% (which is higher than the regional average of 26.5%), and Irish at 7.7%.
Other demographic patterns show German ancestry is represented at 5.9% (compared to 4.7% regionally), Maltese ancestry at 0.7% (compared to 0.4% regionally), and Australian Aboriginal heritage at 2.8% (compared to 3.9% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bundaberg Surrounds - North is 49, older than 89% of areas nationally. 19.0% 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 in Bundaberg Surrounds - North is 49 years, which is older than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national average of 38. The age distribution reveals that the 55 - 64 age bracket is highly represented at 18.1%, which is above the national average of 11.2%, while the 25 - 34 cohort is smaller at 8.6% compared to Regional Qld. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 6.5% to 8.3% of the population, and the 35 to 44 age bracket grew from 10.1% to 11.3%.
Meanwhile, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 14.3% to 12.0%, and the 5 to 14 age group decreased from 12.2% to 10.1%. By 2041, the demographic profile is projected to shift, led by a 15% increase in the 65 to 74 cohort, which is expected to rise from 1,565 to 1,793 residents (an increase of 227 people). This aging trend is highlighted by the fact that residents aged 65 and older represent 54% of the projected population growth. In contrast, populations in the 5 to 14 and 55 to 64 brackets are projected to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bundaberg Surrounds - North
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 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 — 96 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,276 at the 2021 Census → 10,048 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 (319011498). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.