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Burdell - Mount Low has an estimated 22,724 residents, up from 19,337 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,387 people, or 17.5%. Growth has averaged 2.9% a year over five years, faster than 88% of areas nationally. 843 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 45.5% of that increase. That puts 516 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 findings from AreaSearch, the population of Burdell - Mount Low is roughly 22,724 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 3,387 residents (17.5%) from the 19,337 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 22,202 and 843 validated new addresses registered post-Census. Such a population size results in a density of 516 persons per square kilometer, indicating low-density living and potential capacity for future expansion. The 17.5% growth rate since the 2021 census outpaced both the broader SA4 region (7.1%) and the SA3 area, establishing it as a local growth hotspot.
Natural increase was the primary contributor, accounting for roughly 45.5% of the total population growth in recent times, though interstate and overseas migration also made positive contributions. AreaSearch incorporates population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, utilizing 2022 as the base year. For locations lacking this coverage, or for years past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (based on 2021 data) are used instead. Because the state-level projections omit age breakdowns, AreaSearch scales these cohorts using proportional growth weightings from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (using 2022 baseline data). Looking forward, the area is projected to experience rapid population growth that ranks in the top 10 percent of regional areas across the nation. Based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, the population is set to expand by 11,514 persons to 2041, representing a total increase of 48.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
943 new dwellings have been approved in Burdell - Mount Low over the past five years, an average of 188 a year. That places the area in the 94th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 125 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 91% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 158, 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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Burdell - Mount Low has recorded roughly 188 dwelling approvals per year, summing up to 943 residential approvals over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 145 approvals have been registered. Given that an average of 3.1 residents relocated to the area for every constructed dwelling between FY-21 and FY-25, residential supply is falling short of demand. This imbalance typically intensifies buyer competition and drives upward pressure on prices, even as new dwellings are constructed with an average value of $250,000—a figure below the regional average that indicates more budget-friendly options for buyers.
Additionally, commercial approvals worth $13.4 million have been logged this financial year, pointing to steady non-residential building activity. Burdell - Mount Low exhibits a construction rate per capita that is 124.0% higher than the Rest of Qld, expanding options for purchasers despite a recent slowdown in building pace. Recent construction is heavily weighted toward standalone houses at 91.0%, with medium and high-density formats making up 9.0%, thereby preserving the low-density, family-oriented suburban layout. Representing approximately 153 people per residential approval, the area displays key attributes of a developing suburb. Demographic projections indicate that Burdell - Mount Low will add 10,992 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Current building volumes are aligned with these growth forecasts, although home buyers might face increased competition as the population continues to expand.
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AreaSearch tracks 12 current infrastructure and development projects inside Burdell - Mount Low, worth an estimated $3.3 billion. A further 43 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $13.7 billion. 25 are already under construction and 13 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. 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 performance is heavily shaped by developments in regional infrastructure, major construction works, and urban planning initiatives. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 18 projects expected to influence the local area. Prominent developments include the Sanctum Master Planned Community, Lincoln Lifestyle Northern Beaches, North Shore Masterplanned Community, and the Bushland Beach Master Planned Development, with the subsequent list outlining the most significant projects.
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Lincoln Lifestyle Northern Beaches
Lincoln Lifestyle Northern Beaches is an approved premium over-50s land lease lifestyle community developed by Lincoln Place in Mount Low[cite: 1]. The development includes 350 modern low-maintenance dwellings alongside resort-style amenities such as a clubhouse, swimming pools, gymnasium, sports pavilion, and pickleball courts[cite: 1]. Council approval has been granted with infrastructure connections facilitating the masterplanned residential enclave[cite: 1].
North Shore Masterplanned Community
North Shore is a 1,000-hectare masterplanned community in Townsville's northern growth corridor at Burdell, acquired by Oreana from Stockland in February 2025. The project will deliver approximately 5,600 homes, with over 2,600 lots already delivered along with schools, a medical super clinic, and more than 40 percent dedicated open space. Oreana has accelerated lot production toward 250-300 lots per year and lodged plans with Townsville City Council for a major new 65,000 sqm town centre expansion, including a full-line supermarket and discount department store.A new display village opened in 2026, and Ingenia Communities has also acquired a 13.3-hectare site within North Shore for a new over-50s land lease community. Forecast completion is 2040.
Sanctum Master Planned Community
Sanctum is a large-scale master-planned residential community in Townsville's Northern Beaches growth corridor, approximately 25 minutes north of the Townsville CBD and Airport. Delivered by Maidment Group across a 700 hectare site, the project will accommodate up to 4800 families over a 20-25 year development period. The community features the 28 hectare Sanctum Central Park with 3km of landscaped waterways, walking and cycling paths, playgrounds, a dog park, BBQ areas and exercise equipment, all within 200m of every home.Land releases are ongoing, with the Hydrangea Release still selling and a new Evodia Release of premium homesites over 1000sqm underway. The estate benefits from fibre optic connectivity to every home and proximity to the Townsville Ring Road, Townsville University Hospital, James Cook University and Lavarack Barracks.
Burdell Ambulance Station
The $12.4 million Burdell Ambulance Station is a state-of-the-art facility featuring a 10-bay vehicle depot and a two-story clinical building. The complex serves as a critical hub for 24/7 emergency services in Townsville's northern corridor and houses the QAS Northern Regional Office and a Clinical Education Unit to support paramedics and First Nations cadets.
Sanctum Estate
Sanctum is a 700-hectare masterplanned community in Townsville's Northern Beaches corridor, ultimately delivering around 4,800 lots. The project features 28 hectares of landscaped parkland, a 3km waterway, walking trails, and specialized land lease communities.
Bushland Beach Master Planned Development
Master planned beachside residential community in Townsville's Northern Beaches by Swanland Group. Current releases are selling, with coastal lots near Halifax Bay and access to beaches, shopping, schools and sports facilities.
Peggy Banfield Park Redevelopment
Completed staged expansion of a district-level sports park in Townsville's Northern Beaches area, including upgraded rugby league fields, inclusive playground, fitness circuit, oval, and Townsville's largest dog park.
Northern Beaches Trunk Road Infrastructure Package
Provides an additional access from Northern Beaches to Bruce Highway through Svensson Road, significantly improving traffic flow and alleviating congestion on Mount Low Parkway. This project will unlock 2,600 new homes.
11,713 residents of Burdell - Mount Low are employed, from a labour force of 11,966. Unemployment sits at 2.1%, with participation at 70.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 17,937, about 79% 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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Boasting an unemployment rate of only 2.1%, Burdell - Mount Low features a skilled labor pool with strong representation in essential service sectors. There are 11,713 working residents as of March 2026, with the local unemployment rate sitting 1.8% below the Regional Qld level of 3.9%. Labor force participation stands exceptionally high at 70.3%, compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a modest 5.4% of employees worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and construction.
Notably, the concentration of jobs in public administration & safety is 2.7 times higher than the regional average. Conversely, the agricultural, forestry, and fishing sector accounts for only 0.3% of the workforce, which is lower than the Regional Qld share of 4.5%. Comparing the number of working residents to the locally based jobs from the Census suggests that the suburb has a limited local employment base. Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch indicates that during the twelve months leading to March 2026, the local workforce shrank by 1.9% while total employment fell by 2.2%, leading to a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment. Meanwhile, Regional Qld experienced a 0.1% increase in employment, a 0.3% expansion of the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia help illustrate potential local trends. These five- and ten-year projections have been mapped against the local industry profile to estimate future changes. While overall national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely by industry. Applying these national sector trends to the local industry mix suggests that employment for residents of Burdell - Mount Low could grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, assuming a basic weighted mapping that does not adjust for local population dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Burdell - Mount Low is $2,253 a week (about $117,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,061 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $68,361 a year against an average of $75,978. 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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Based on ATO records from the financial year 2023 aggregated by AreaSearch, taxpayers in the Burdell - Mount Low SA2 recorded a median income of $68,361 and an average income of $75,978. These figures are elevated on a national scale, comparing favorably to the Regional Qld median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at approximately $76,127 for the median and $84,609 for the average as of March 2026. According to Census statistics, household, family, and individual incomes are all positioned in the upper range nationally, falling between the 81st and 83rd percentiles.
The highest density of residents is in the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, which accounts for 45.1% of the population (10,248 people), resembling the wider region where 31.7% of the population falls into this category. Housing costs consume 14.7% of income, while solid earnings place local residents in the 81st percentile for disposable income, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 6th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Burdell - Mount Low had 6,303 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 0% apartments. 49% are owned with a mortgage, 37% rented and 15% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $370 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month, a total housing cost higher than 75% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 16.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 17.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census data, the housing mix in Burdell - Mount Low consisted of 97.8% separate houses and 2.2% semi-detached dwellings, apartments, or other structures, contrasting with Regional Qld where separate houses made up 76.4% and other options accounted for 23.6%. Home ownership rates in the area were lower than the regional average, sitting at 14.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (48.5%) or renting (36.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 and median weekly rent of $370 were higher than the Regional Qld averages of $1,655 and $345.
Locally, mortgage outlays are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Burdell - Mount Low counted 6,303 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,407 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 44% are couples with children, more than in 87% of areas nationally, against 27% couples without children. 13% 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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Families make up the vast majority of households at 83.4%, consisting of couples with children at 43.6%, couples without children at 27.4%, and single-parent homes at 11.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 16.6%, with single-person households at 13.1% and group shared houses at 3.5%. The average household size of 2.9 individuals is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
19.3% of adults in Burdell - Mount Low hold a university qualification, including 14.0% with a bachelor degree and 2.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 34.0% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,954 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 967 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The region presents educational gaps, with university completion rates at 19.3%, which is much lower than the nationwide average of 30.4%. This represents both a hurdle and a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 14.0%, with postgraduate degrees at 2.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 44.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (34.0%). A high proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 34.6% of residents enrolled in an educational institution.
This group comprises 14.0% in primary schools, 8.4% in secondary schools, and 5.1% in tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Burdell - Mount Low reaches 49 stops on 2 routes, timetabled for about 200 services a week. The typical home sits about 470 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.8 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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Public transport data shows 49 active transit stops in Burdell - Mount Low, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 2 distinct routes that provide a total of 204 passenger trips weekly. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 466 meters from their nearest stop. Because this is a residential suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode for 95% of commuters. Average vehicle ownership is 1.8 cars per household, which is higher than the regional average.
A small proportion of 5.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 settings. Daily route services average 29 trips, which translates to approximately 4 weekly passenger departures for each transit stop.
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73.2% of residents in Burdell - Mount Low report no long-term health condition. 4.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.4 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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Burdell - Mount Low faces notable public health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality patterns and the occurrence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older cohorts, alongside a high rate of private health insurance coverage at roughly 57% of the population (~12,861 people). This compares to 52.5% in Regional Qld. Mental health conditions and asthma were identified as the most common illnesses, affecting 9.3 and 8.1% of the population, respectively. Conversely, 73.2% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health indicators for the working-age population are generally standard.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 8.6% of the local population (1,949 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld average of 20.4%. Health outcomes among older residents present some issues, with national rankings aligning closely with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Burdell - Mount Low is largely Australian-born, at 88.6% of residents, with 4.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (30.8%) and English (29.0%). 3.9% 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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The local population displays below-average levels of cultural diversity, with citizens making up 89.8% of the community, 88.6% of residents born in Australia, and 95.4% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 47.8% of the population in Burdell - Mount Low, compared to 52.2% in Regional Qld. Looking at parental birthplaces, the three most common ancestries in Burdell - Mount Low are Australian (30.8%), English (29.0%), and Irish (7.7%). There are also specific differences in the proportions of other backgrounds: New Zealand ancestry stands at 0.9% of the population (matching the regional 0.9%), Maori is at 0.7% (compared to 0.8% regionally), and Australian Aboriginal represents 3.9% of the population (matching the regional 3.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Burdell - Mount Low is 30, younger than 97% of areas nationally. 32.3% 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 Burdell - Mount Low is 30 years, which is much lower than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national median of 38 years. Compared to Regional Qld, Burdell - Mount Low has a higher proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (19.1%) but a lower share of people aged 65 - 74 (5.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 12.4% to 13.2% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 17.1% to 14.9%, and the 0 to 4 group declined from 9.5% to 8.4%.
Projections for 2041 point to major demographic shifts in Burdell - Mount Low, with the 25 to 34 age group expected to grow the fastest at 60%, adding 2,591 residents to reach a total of 6,927.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Burdell - Mount Low
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 12 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 — 843 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (19,337 at the 2021 Census → 22,724 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 (318021582). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.