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Caloundra - Kings Beach has an estimated 7,149 residents, up from 6,973 at the 2021 Census — a change of 176 people, or 2.5%. 339 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,792 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 calculations by AreaSearch, the population of Caloundra - Kings Beach stands at approximately 7,149 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 176 people (2.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,973 residents. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 7,094 and 339 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Based on these figures, the density is 1,791 persons per square kilometer, a level exceeding the average of national sites analyzed by AreaSearch. Inward international migration served as the primary source of demographic growth, acting as almost the exclusive contributor to recent population increases.
AreaSearch utilizes projections for each SA2 region published in 2024 by the ABS and Geoscience Australia, using 2022 as the anchor year. For locations lacking this coverage, and for any projections extending beyond 2032, figures from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (utilizing 2021 data) are employed. Because these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age bracket, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which rely on 2022 data. Looking forward, substantial demographic expansion is predicted, placing the area in the top quartile of regional locations nationwide. The population is projected to grow by 2,461 persons by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP data, which represents a total expansion of 33.7% over the 16 years.
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244 new dwellings have been approved in Caloundra - Kings Beach over the past five years, an average of 48 a year. That places the area in the 50th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 30 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 7% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 245, running ahead of 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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Approvals for residential properties in Caloundra - Kings Beach average approximately 48 annually, with 244 dwellings approved during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 225 registered during FY-26 so far. Over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, the area added an average of only 0.1 people per year for each new home constructed, indicating that supply aligns with or exceeds local demand, giving purchasers more alternatives and creating capacity for growth beyond current forecasts, with new dwellings carrying an average building cost of $388,000. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $25.1 million have been logged in the current financial year, pointing to a moderate scale of commercial development.
Building activity in Caloundra - Kings Beach is notably subdued when compared to Rest of Qld, coming in 53.0% below the regional average per capita. This constrained injection of new supply typically helps maintain demand and property values for pre-existing homes. The mix of new construction is heavily weighted toward medium and high-density housing at 93.0%, with standalone homes making up just 7.0%. This preference for higher density provides affordable entry points and attracts downsizers, real estate investors, and first-time buyers. There are roughly 485 people per dwelling approval, which is characteristic of an established community. According to demographic forecasts, Caloundra - Kings Beach is set to add 2,406 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations by AreaSearch. If the pace of construction does not change, housing supply may lag behind this population growth, potentially heightening competition among buyers and encouraging stronger capital growth.
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AreaSearch tracks 19 current infrastructure and development projects inside Caloundra - Kings Beach, worth an estimated $745 million. A further 144 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $69.9 billion. 64 are already under construction and 55 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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 updates, major construction projects, and planning changes have a significant influence on regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 23 projects expected to influence the local area. Key developments include the Caloundra Centre Activation Project, the Caloundra Centre Activation Project - Community and Creative Hub, the Holiday Inn & Suites Caloundra Sunshine Coast, and the Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade (CTCU), with the accompanying list detailing the most significant initiatives.
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Caloundra Centre Activation Project
Caloundra Centre Activation Project is the Sunshine Coast Council's long term initiative to deliver the 2017 Caloundra Centre Master Plan. The program revitalises the city heart through a connected creative and civic precinct linking The Events Centre, a new district library, a new regional gallery, a new town square and upgraded streetscapes through to Bulcock Beach. The transformed Library+ Caloundra opened in September 2025 in the former council administration building, designed by Wilson Architects. Hutchinson Builders was appointed in April 2026 to demolish the former building at 77 Bulcock Street as the first stage of the new town square.Detailed design of the 12.8 million dollar town square, led by consultant Urbis, is targeting construction start in mid 2026 and completion by mid 2027. The new Sunshine Coast Regional Gallery, with concept design by ARM Architecture, will replace the current 25 year old gallery and was the subject of a design competition launched in 2025. Outcomes include enhanced pedestrian links, expanded green space at Felicity Park and Bill Venardos Park, and revitalised public realm along Omrah and Otranto avenues.
Caloundra Centre Activation Project - Community and Creative Hub
Sunshine Coast Council's Caloundra Centre Activation Project is delivering a connected civic, cultural and public space precinct linking The Events Centre, Library+ Caloundra, the future town square, Caloundra Regional Gallery, Bulcock Street and Bulcock Beach. The Community and Creative Hub includes the new town square at Bulcock Street and Otranto Avenue, greener public spaces, improved lighting, pedestrian links, streetscape works on Omrah and Otranto avenues, and upgrades around Felicity Park and Bill Venardos Park. Library+ Caloundra opened in September 2025, and early works for the town square site at 77 Bulcock Street commenced in April 2026.
Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade (Section 2 - Nicklin Way Extension)
A major road infrastructure project delivering a new 4-lane connection between Nicklin Way and Third Avenue, including a 4-way signalised intersection, dedicated pedestrian and cycle underpasses, and active transport paths to ease severe congestion into the Caloundra CBD.
Holiday Inn & Suites Caloundra Sunshine Coast
A 12-storey international hotel development featuring 160 rooms and suites, including 33 one and two-bedroom suites. The project marks the first international hotel brand in Caloundra and includes ground-level retail, a 210-seat all-day dining restaurant, rooftop restaurant and sky bar, fitness centre, and an outdoor pool. Developed by Felix Capital in partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts, it is a key piece of infrastructure supporting the region's growth toward the 2032 Olympic Games.
Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade (CTCU)
A 1.6 km road upgrade and new extension delivered in two sections to improve access into Caloundra CBD. Section 1 (Omrah Ave to Arthur St) by Sunshine Coast Council will duplicate lanes and upgrade key intersections with new active transport paths. Section 2 (Third Ave extension to Nicklin Way) by Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads delivers a new 4-way signalised intersection at Nicklin Way, four lanes to Arthur St, compliant crossings, an underpass at West Terrace and separated bike/pedestrian paths.Final design was confirmed in May 2025. A construction tender was released in March 2026. Subject to EPBC Act approvals and contractor appointment, construction is anticipated to begin mid-2026 with completion targeted for early 2028.
Solara Kings Beach
Solara Kings Beach is a seven level boutique apartment building delivering 23 oversized three and four bedroom residences and skyhomes at 19-21 Verney Street, Kings Beach. Developed by Citimax Property Group and designed by Angelo Patrick Architects, the project offers large floor plans, generous balconies, and high end coastal interiors with resort style amenities including a pool, gym, dining pavilion, BBQ area and dog wash. Following Sunshine Coast Council approval in late 2024 and a subsequent planning appeal over tree protection conditions, construction has now commenced, with completion targeted from 2027.Apartments are being marketed as premium downsizer and owner occupier product with strong ocean views and proximity to the Kings Beach esplanade and Caloundra town centre.
Sunset Caloundra
An exclusive collection of 36 high-end one, two, and three-bedroom apartments situated on a hillside site in Caloundra, offering panoramic sea and Glasshouse Mountain views. The seven-level building, designed by MAS Architecture Studio, features sophisticated interiors and communal amenities like a pool and BBQ area. Construction is being undertaken by AKAM Constructions and is scheduled to be completed in late 2026.
East-West Link (Aura Boulevard to Pelican Waters Boulevard)
The Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads and Sunshine Coast Council in partnership with Stockland are constructing the East-West Link connecting Aura Boulevard in Baringa to Pelican Waters Boulevard in Caloundra West. The multi-lane sub-arterial road features new bridge crossings over Bells Creek, dedicated active transport cycleways, and signalised intersections. It provides a vital transport link reducing travel times between the Aura masterplanned city and the Caloundra coastal strip.
3,085 residents of Caloundra - Kings Beach are employed, from a labour force of 3,315. Unemployment sits at 6.9%, with participation at 51.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,926, about 125% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The workforce in Caloundra - Kings Beach is characterized by skilled individuals, with significant representation in essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of 6.9%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 3,085, while the unemployment rate was 3.0% higher than the 3.9% recorded in Regional Qld, pointing to potential areas of improvement, and labor participation rates are notably lower at 51.2% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates a moderate 16.4% of working residents performed their duties from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and retail trade. The concentration of jobs in accommodation & food is particularly high, reaching 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, the agriculture, forestry & fishing sector has a minimal footprint, employing only 1.1% of the Caloundra - Kings Beach labor force compared to 4.5% in Regional Qld. The presence of 1.0 jobs for every resident at the time of the Census indicates a healthy local labor market. According to AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS figures, the period spanning the 12 months leading up to March 2026 witnessed a 2.2% contraction in the labour force and a 3.3% drop in employment, which drove the unemployment rate up by 1.0 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld experienced a 0.1% rise in employment, a 0.3% expansion in the labour force, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts published in May-25 provide additional context regarding potential future demand in the Caloundra - Kings Beach region. These forecasts, which span five and ten year horizons, have been overlaid onto the local employment structure to project growth trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and by 13.7% over ten years, sectoral growth rates vary considerably. When these industry-specific forecasts are applied to the employment composition of Caloundra - Kings Beach, local employment is estimated to rise by 6.9% over five years and by 14.2% over ten years, though it should be noted that this calculation represents a basic weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localised population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Caloundra - Kings Beach is $1,122 a week (about $58,000 a year), with median personal income at $668 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,410 a year against an average of $58,599. 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-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the Caloundra - Kings Beach SA2 recorded a median taxpayer income of $46,410 and an average of $58,599. These figures sit below national benchmarks, contrasting with a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated values for March 2026 would be approximately $51,682 for the median and $65,256 for the average. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and personal incomes in Caloundra - Kings Beach between the 8th and 22nd percentiles on a national scale.
The largest income bracket is the $800 - 1,499 range, which accounts for 28.3% of residents (2,023 people), differing from the broader region where the $1,500 - 2,999 category is most common at 31.7%. Financial strain from housing costs is pronounced, leaving residents with only 80.1% of their income, which ranks in the 7th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Caloundra - Kings Beach had 3,309 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 15% detached houses and 69% apartments. 16% are owned with a mortgage, 45% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $370 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 33.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 31.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the most recent Census, the distribution of dwelling types in Caloundra - Kings Beach stood at 15.4% separate houses and 84.6% other styles of accommodation, including townhouses, units, and alternative dwellings, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Caloundra - Kings Beach were higher than those in Regional Qld at 38.9%, while mortgaged properties accounted for 15.7% and rentals made up 45.4% of dwellings. Median monthly mortgage costs in the area were lower than the Regional Qld average at $1,517, while median weekly rent was $370, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345.
Locally, mortgage payments are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Caloundra - Kings Beach counted 3,309 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 1.9 people each. 11% are couples with children, fewer than in 97% of areas nationally, against 33% couples without children. 41% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 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 54.5%, consisting of couples with children at 10.7%, couples without children at 33.4%, and single-parent homes at 9.5%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 45.5%, where single-person households represent 41.1% and group households make up 4.3%. The median household size is 1.9 individuals, which is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
24.0% of adults in Caloundra - Kings Beach hold a university qualification, including 16.8% with a bachelor degree and 4.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 25.7% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 2,248 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,027 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 attainment levels in Caloundra - Kings Beach are below regional averages, with 24.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference suggests opportunities for further educational advancement and skills building. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 16.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational and technical training is common, with 37.6% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (11.9%) and certificate credentials (25.7%). A significant proportion of the local population is engaged in study, with 20.2% of residents enrolled in formal education.
This group includes 5.9% attending primary school, 5.0% in secondary education, and 4.4% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Caloundra - Kings Beach reaches 30 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 2,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.8 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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Analysis of local transit reveals 30 active transport stops in Caloundra - Kings Beach, consisting of a mix of bus services. These stops are connected to 9 distinct routes, which support a total of 2,358 weekly passenger journeys. Access to transport is rated as good, with residents living an average of 207 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the area, most workers travel out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 86%, while 8% of residents walk to work. The average number of vehicles per household is 0.8, which is lower than the regional average.
Around 16.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic regulations. Services average 336 daily trips across the transit network, translating to approximately 78 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
59.3% of residents in Caloundra - Kings Beach report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 75% of areas nationally. 8.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.2 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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An evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness indicators by AreaSearch suggests that Caloundra - Kings Beach faces notable health issues, with various medical conditions prevalent among both younger and older cohorts, and a low rate of private health insurance coverage at roughly 48% of the population (~3,460 people). This compares to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. The primary medical diagnoses reported by residents were arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 12.4% and 9.3% of the population respectively, while 59.3% of individuals reported no chronic medical issues compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Chronic disease rates are elevated among residents of working age, indicating clear health struggles. People aged 65 and over make up 33.3% of the community (2,379 people), exceeding the 20.4% average for Regional Qld. Health outcomes for older residents are positive, ranking higher nationally than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Caloundra - Kings Beach is largely Australian-born, at 76.5% of residents, with 7.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.4%) and Australian (23.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Caloundra - Kings Beach displays levels of cultural diversity that align closely with the wider region, with citizens representing 83.4% of the population, Australian-born individuals making up 76.5%, and 92.5% of households using only English. The principal religious affiliation in Caloundra - Kings Beach is Christianity, representing 53.6% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. In terms of family heritage, the three most common ancestries in Caloundra - Kings Beach are English at 33.4%, Australian at 23.1%, and Irish at 10.7%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds, with Scottish heritage overrepresented at 9.6% (compared to 7.8% regionally), Welsh at 0.8% (compared to 0.5%), and German at 5.1% (compared to 4.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Caloundra - Kings Beach is 55, older than 97% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 21.5% 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 55 in Caloundra - Kings Beach is higher than the Regional Qld median of 41 and the national average of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, Caloundra - Kings Beach shows an elevated concentration of people in the 65 - 74 age bracket (16.6%) and a smaller proportion of children aged 5 - 14 (5.7%). The proportion of residents aged 65 - 74 is also higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the median age has dropped by 1.1 years from 56 to 55, showing a shift toward a younger demographic.
Specifically, the 25 to 34 age group rose from 10.3% to 13.4% of the population, whereas the 45 to 54 group decreased from 12.6% to 11.0% and the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 17.1% to 15.6%. Demographic forecasts suggest the age profile of Caloundra - Kings Beach will shift significantly by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age group expected to increase by 492 people (51%) from 956 to 1,449.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Caloundra - Kings Beach
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 19 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 — 339 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,973 at the 2021 Census → 7,149 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 (316021419). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.