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Caloundra West - Baringa has an estimated 25,206 residents, up from 15,707 at the 2021 Census — a change of 9,499 people, or 60.5%. Growth has averaged 11.4% a year over five years, faster than 98% of areas nationally. 4,215 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 82.2% of that increase. That puts 532 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 research by AreaSearch, the population of Caloundra West - Baringa is approximately 25,206 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 9,499 people (60.5%) from the 15,707 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. The change is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 23,872, combined with 4,215 validated new addresses identified since the Census. This population size results in a density of 531 persons per square kilometer, which indicates ample space per resident and opportunity for ongoing expansion. The growth rate of 60.5% since the 2021 census outpaces the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national benchmark, establishing the area as a regional growth leader.
The primary driver of this demographic expansion was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 82.2% of the population increase, although other factors like natural increase and overseas migration also made positive contributions. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 base year, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. For locations not represented in that dataset, or for periods after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (utilizing 2021 data) are applied. Because these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age, AreaSearch distributes growth across age brackets using proportions from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which are based on 2022 data. Looking at future trends, the region is projected to experience rapid expansion that ranks in the top 10 percent of non-metropolitan Australia. Based on the most recent annual ERP data, the population is projected to rise by 30,861 persons by 2041, representing a total increase of 117.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
3,912 new dwellings have been approved in Caloundra West - Baringa over the past five years, an average of 782 a year. That places the area in the 98th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 31 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 638 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 81% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 845, 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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Approvals for new dwellings in Caloundra West - Baringa have averaged about 782 annually, with 3,912 residential units approved during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 775 approved so far in FY-26. During the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, approximately 2.5 residents moved to the area for each new home built, pointing to steady demand that underpins local property values. The average construction value for these new homes is $298,000, which is below the regional average and offers more affordable options for home buyers. Furthermore, commercial development approvals have reached $13.0 million during the current financial year, demonstrating steady activity in the local commercial sector.
Development activity per resident in Caloundra West - Baringa is 197.0% higher than in the Rest of Qld, offering a wider selection of properties for buyers. This volume of activity is well above the national benchmark, showing strong interest from builders. Standing structures built recently consist of 81.0% detached houses and 19.0% medium and high-density options, preserving the low-density profile of the neighborhood and focusing on houses suitable for families wanting space. The area exhibits the typical traits of a growing suburb, with about 25 people for each approved dwelling. According to current population projections, Caloundra West - Baringa is expected to add 29,527 residents by 2041, calculated from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Residential construction is keeping pace with these projections, though home buyers may face increased competition as the population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 54 current infrastructure and development projects inside Caloundra West - Baringa, worth an estimated $40.6 billion. A further 132 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $76 billion. 70 are already under construction and 63 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 projects, planning choices, and major developments are key factors in regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 85 active projects that could influence this area. Notable developments include Aura Business Park, Aura Hotel, New Bells Creek Zone Substation, and Bells Creek Shopping Centre, with the most relevant ones detailed in the list below.
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Aura - Australia's Largest Master-Planned Community
Aura is Stockland's 2360 hectare masterplanned community on the Sunshine Coast, planned to accommodate around 50000 residents across approximately 20000 homes. Construction continues across multiple precincts including Baringa, Nirimba, Banya and Gagalba. Major current works include the Aura Town Centre, Aura Parklands, Baringa Business Park, new schools, community facilities, road upgrades and supporting infrastructure. Stage 1 of Aura Town Centre commenced construction in March 2026 and is expected to open in late 2027.
Aura Town Centre
Aura Town Centre is the primary retail, dining and entertainment hub for Stockland's Aura masterplanned community. Stage 1 comprises approximately 16,300 sqm across two levels including a full-line Woolworths, ALDI, two mini-majors, around 55 specialty retailers and kiosks, three non-retail service tenancies, and approximately 680 car parks. Construction commenced in March 2026 with opening expected in late 2027.
Aura Business Park
Aura Business Park is Stockland's primary industrial and employment precinct within the Aura masterplanned community at Baringa. The estate is substantially developed with more than 160 industrial lots sold and developed, while final land releases continue to be marketed. A second commercial and business park precinct at Aura Boulevard and Graf Drive remains under planning and assessment, providing office, technology, light industrial and commercial lots centred around a village heart concept.
PCYC Caloundra South (Aura)
A $15 million dedicated youth and community facility funded by the Queensland Government, being built on a 6500sqm site next to the Aura Emergency Services Precinct in Bells Creek. The purpose-built club will offer youth programs, a 24/7 gym, gymnastics halls, basketball courts and multi-purpose community spaces. As of mid-2026, 43 tilt panels have been installed with roof works next, and the club is on track to open to the community late in 2026.
Aura Boulevard Duplication & Upgrade
Duplication of approximately 1.4km of Aura Boulevard between Bells Creek Arterial Road and Edwards Terrace to four lanes. The project includes intersection upgrades, duplicated Lamerough Creek bridge, new signalised pedestrian crossings, shared paths and associated infrastructure to improve capacity and support the continued growth of the Aura masterplanned community. Construction is continuing with completion targeted during 2026.
Aura Water Project
The Aura Water Project involves constructing a new 12ML water reservoir and installing approximately 12km of new water pipeline from the Ewen Maddock Water Treatment Plant to the Aura development in Caloundra South. The reservoir is located on the western side of the Bruce Highway. The project forms part of Unitywater's broader Aura and Harmony Trunk Infrastructure Program, designed to service the projected 50,000 residents expected to live in Aura by 2050. Construction partner is McConnell Dowell.The pipeline is near complete as of mid-2025 with restoration works underway.
Aura (Caloundra South)
Stockland's 2360 hectare masterplanned community continues in active construction with new residential precincts, the Aura Town Centre, Aura Parklands and Lagoon, wastewater infrastructure and enabling works supporting the future Direct Sunshine Coast Rail (The Wave). Stage 1 of Aura Town Centre commenced construction in March 2026 and is planned to include Woolworths, Aldi, approximately 55 specialty stores and community services. The fourth suburb, Gagalba, continues releasing new homesites while long-term delivery remains underway toward approximately 20000 dwellings for around 50000 residents.
Aura Medical Centre
Medical centre and health care services forming part of the approved mixed-use Aura Town Centre development. The approved project will provide primary health and specialist medical services alongside retail, commercial and community uses for the growing Aura community.
11,987 residents of Caloundra West - Baringa are employed, from a labour force of 12,388. Unemployment sits at 3.2%, with participation at 67.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% 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 22,440, about 89% 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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Caloundra West - Baringa is characterized by a skilled resident workforce, strong representation in essential service sectors, and a low unemployment rate of 3.2%. As of March 2026, there are 11,987 employed residents. The local unemployment rate sits 0.7% lower than the 3.9% recorded in Regional Qld, while the participation rate is moderate at 67.2% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that only 13.2% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. The primary industries employing local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.
The concentration of workers in health care & social assistance is especially high, reaching 1.3 times the average for the region. On the other hand, the agriculture, forestry & fishing sector employs only 0.6% of the workforce, compared to 4.5% across Regional Qld. Given the difference between the size of the local working population and the resident workforce, this residential community appears to provide limited employment opportunities within its own boundaries. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch indicates that in the twelve months leading to March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 2.2% and total employment fell by 2.8%, leading to a 0.6 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. In comparison, 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 published in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia help illustrate potential future workforce demand in Caloundra West - Baringa. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future patterns. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates of growth vary by industry. Weighting these national industry trends against the local employment profile indicates that employment among residents could grow by 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, though this is a basic extrapolation and does not adjust for local population growth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Caloundra West - Baringa is $1,872 a week (about $97,000 a year), with median personal income at $854 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $59,333 a year against an average of $74,915. 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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Taxpayer data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year shows that the Caloundra West - Baringa SA2 recorded a median income of $59,333 and an average income of $74,915. These figures are high on a national scale and compare to $53,146 and $66,593 in Regional Qld. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates for March 2026 would be approximately $66,073 for median income and $83,425 for average income. Census statistics show that household, family, and individual incomes in the area sit around the 58th percentile nationally.
The most common income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, which contains 42.5% of residents (10,712 people), similar to the broader region where 31.7% of people fall into this bracket. Residential costs consume 18.9% of local incomes, but strong overall earnings keep disposable income at the 54th percentile, and the local SEIFA income index ranks in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Caloundra West - Baringa had 5,368 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 0% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 22% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $480 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,891 a month, a total housing cost higher than 83% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 25.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the most recent Census, the housing stock in Caloundra West - Baringa consisted of 86.0% detached houses and 13.9% other housing types, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in the area were lower than the regional average, standing at 22.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by households with a mortgage (44.4%) or renting (33.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,891 was higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $480, compared to $345 in Regional Qld.
On a national level, mortgage costs in the area exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices are notably higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Caloundra West - Baringa counted 5,368 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,614 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 76% of areas nationally, against 26% couples without children. 17% 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 majority of households at 80.3%, consisting of couples with children at 38.7%, couples without children at 26.4%, and single-parent households at 14.3%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 19.7%, which includes lone-person households at 16.5% and group share houses at 3.3%. The median household size stands at 2.8 people, which is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
20.9% of adults in Caloundra West - Baringa hold a university qualification, including 15.0% with a bachelor degree and 3.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.3% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 3,585 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,032 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 proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in Caloundra West - Baringa is lower than regional averages, with 20.9% of people aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference points to opportunities for increasing educational levels and vocational training. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 3.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Vocational and technical qualifications are common, with 44.1% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications such as advanced diplomas (12.8%) or certificates (31.3%). A high proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 31.9% of residents enrolled in an educational program.
This group includes 12.1% attending primary school, 8.3% in secondary school, and 4.7% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Caloundra West - Baringa reaches 36 stops on 5 routes, timetabled for about 500 services a week. The typical home sits about 300 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of the local transit network shows there are 36 active bus stops in Caloundra West - Baringa. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes, which accommodate 501 passenger trips per week. Access to transport is rated as good, with residents living an average of 303 meters from their nearest stop. The neighborhood is mostly residential, meaning most workers travel outside the area for employment, with private cars being the primary mode of travel for 95% of commuters. Households average 1.6 motor vehicles. A lower proportion of residents, 13.2%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Bus services average 71 daily trips across all active routes, which represents approximately 13 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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71.8% of residents in Caloundra West - Baringa report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 77% of areas nationally. 4.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.9 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's evaluation of mortality data and the occurrence of chronic illnesses, health outcomes in Caloundra West - Baringa are strong, with younger age groups showing low rates of common health conditions. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is high, standing at roughly 57% of the population (~14,266 people), compared to 52.5% across Regional Qld. The most frequent health diagnoses in the area are mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 9.0% and 8.1% of the population. A total of 71.8% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Health indicators for the working-age population are generally standard. Residents aged 65 and older make up 11.0% of the population (2,770 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld average of 20.4%. Health outcomes for these older residents are above average, though they rank lower nationally than the scores for the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Caloundra West - Baringa is largely Australian-born, at 76.1% of residents, with 9.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.9%) and Australian (26.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Caloundra West - Baringa shows higher levels of cultural diversity than average, with 9.8% of the population speaking a language other than English at home and 23.9% born outside Australia. Christianity is the main religious affiliation, representing 44.0% of the community. The most distinct variance from regional patterns is in the Other category, which accounts for 1.1% of the local population compared to 0.8% in Regional Qld. English ancestry is the most common at 31.9% of the population, followed by Australian ancestry at 26.9% and Scottish ancestry at 7.3%. There are also differences in the representation of other backgrounds compared to the region, with New Zealand background at 1.3% (compared to 0.9% regionally), Maori background at 1.3% (compared to 0.8%), and South Australian background at 0.7% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Caloundra West - Baringa is 33, younger than 88% of areas nationally. 30.1% 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 Caloundra West - Baringa is 33, which is lower than the Regional Qld median of 41 and the national median of 38. The 25 - 34 cohort is highly represented at 17.7% compared to Regional Qld, while the 55 - 64 age bracket is less common at 7.7%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 15.8% to 17.3% of the population, and the 25 to 34 age group grew from 16.7% to 17.7%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 age group fell from 16.3% to 14.9%.
By 2041, demographic projections suggest shifts in the local age structure, with the 35 to 44 bracket expected to grow by 126% (5,509 people), rising from 4,363 to 9,873.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Caloundra West - Baringa
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 54 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 — 4,215 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (15,707 at the 2021 Census → 25,206 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 (316021580). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.