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Craignish - Dundowran Beach has an estimated 6,334 residents, up from 5,574 at the 2021 Census — a change of 760 people, or 13.6%. Growth has averaged 2.8% a year over five years, faster than 81% of areas nationally. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 75.4% of that increase. That puts 178 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 conducted by AreaSearch, the resident count for Craignish - Dundowran Beach stands at roughly 6,334 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 760 people (13.6%) following the 2021 Census, when 5,574 people were counted. This demographic shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 6,235 alongside 78 validated new addresses recorded post-Census. With a density of 177 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers substantial personal space and capacity for future expansion. Craignish - Dundowran Beach outpaced both the broader Rest of Qld (9.4%) and national benchmarks with its 13.6% post-2021 census surge, positioning it as an area outperformer.
Inbound interstate migration served as the primary growth catalyst, generating roughly 75.4% of total population additions over recent timeframes, supplemented by positive inflows from natural increase and overseas migration. For each SA2 boundary, AreaSearch incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024 using 2022 baseline figures. For unmapped SA2 locations or horizons extending past post-2032, Queensland State Government SA2 modeling released in 2023 (utilising 2021 baseline inputs) is implemented. Because state forecasts lack age-specific breakdowns, AreaSearch distributes growth using proportional age cohort weightings from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region release (grounded in 2022 data). Long-term demographic modeling indicates expansion exceeding the regional Australian median, with current annual ERP figures suggesting the community will gain 1,363 persons to 2041, representing a cumulative 20.0% rise across the 16 years.
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197 new dwellings have been approved in Craignish - Dundowran Beach over the past five years, an average of 39 a year. That places the area in the 86th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 39 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 97% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building consents in Craignish - Dundowran Beach have averaged roughly 39 new dwelling approvals annually, amounting to 197 homes across the previous 5 financial years. Between FY-22 and FY-26 over the past 5 financial years, the area added an average of 4.1 new residents per year per completed home, creating an environment where residential demand heavily exceeds incoming stock, exerting upward pressure on property values and intensifying buyer competition. Meanwhile, expected construction costs for new dwellings average $489,000, aligning with regional standards. Underscoring the area's predominantly residential character, commercial building approvals have totaled $2.8 million this financial year.
In per capita terms, residential building activity in Craignish - Dundowran Beach lags significantly behind the Rest of Qld, sitting 52.0% below regional average per person. Although recent construction has accelerated, this constrained pipeline generally bolsters existing home values and buyer demand. The composition of new approvals consists of 97.0% detached houses and 3.0% townhouses or apartments, reinforcing a low-density suburban landscape oriented toward single-family homes that attract buyers seeking larger allotments. An average of approximately 112 people per dwelling approval reflects the typical characteristics of an expanding market. Looking toward long-term expansion, quarterly projections from AreaSearch indicate Craignish - Dundowran Beach will welcome 1,264 residents through to 2041. While residential development continues at a reasonable pace relative to this growth trajectory, prospective buyers could encounter heightened competition as the local population base widens.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Craignish - Dundowran Beach, worth an estimated $25 million. A further 49 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $25.3 billion. 18 are already under construction and 22 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and tourism. 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 economic momentum and community development are heavily shaped by strategic infrastructure works, major planning proposals, and regional capital projects. AreaSearch has highlighted a total of 4 projects poised to influence the immediate area, most notably the Maryborough - Hervey Bay Road and Pialba - Burrum Heads Road Intersection Upgrade, BayWest City Centre, Dundowran Industrial Park, and Torbanlea Pialba Road Upgrade.
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BayWest City Centre
A mixed-use retail and commercial precinct at the northern end of Dundowran Industrial Park, Hervey Bay. Development-approved to include a major supermarket (Aldi), a tavern, Hervey Bay's third McDonald's, a service station, a childcare centre, and various specialty retail and food outlets. The precinct is positioned to serve the fast-growing Nikenbah-Dundowran residential corridor, approximately 4km west of the Hervey Bay Town Centre. Construction was anticipated to commence in 2025.
Dundowran Industrial Park
Dundowran Industrial Park is a masterplanned industrial estate in Hervey Bay developed by AHC Limited. Stages 1 to 3 are sold out. Stage 4 civil works commenced in September 2025 and reached practical completion during 2026 with most lots sold or under contract. Future stages remain planned. The estate provides fully serviced medium impact industrial land with design and construct opportunities and excellent B-double access.
Torbanlea Pialba Road Upgrade
Upgraded approximately 6.3 km of Torbanlea-Pialba Road with widening and realignment, pavement and drainage works, lighting, local road and property access upgrades, five intersection upgrades, and a new four-span bridge over Beelbi Creek to improve flood immunity, safety, and regional connectivity.
Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road Intersection Upgrade
A jointly funded Australian and Queensland Government upgrade of the Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road intersection at Eli Waters and Urraween, on the southern approach to Hervey Bay. The intersection will be signalised to control vehicle movements and reduce crash risk, with Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road duplicated from two to four lanes on the southern approach between Urraween Road and the intersection, and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road duplicated from two to four lanes west of the intersection to Scrub Hill Road.Dual turn lanes will be installed on the Pialba-Burrum Heads Road leg to accommodate major turning movements. Pedestrian and bike rider facilities are also being upgraded, including shared paths and signalised crossings at the intersection. Stage 1 accommodation works, covering site preparation, fencing, signage and service adjustments in readiness for major construction, commenced in August 2024 and have continued through 2025. The Australian Government's Infrastructure Investment Program lists major construction as starting in mid 2026 with completion expected by late 2027. Total investment is listed at $55.35 million under QTRIP 2024-25 to 2027-28, comprising $35.28 million from the Australian Government and $20.07 million from the Queensland Government, against an original 2021 commitment of $44.1 million. The upgrade targets peak hour congestion and safety at one of the busiest intersections serving the growing Fraser Coast region.
Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road Intersection Upgrade
Stage 1 construction commenced in August 2024 for a major intersection upgrade at Eli Waters. The $44.1 million project will signalize the intersection and duplicate roads from 2 to 4 lanes on the southern approach and western leg. The upgrade includes enhanced pedestrian and cycling facilities with shared paths and signalized crossings, improving safety and traffic flow for all road users. The project addresses current capacity constraints and supports future growth in the Fraser Coast region.
Liven Beach Road
Liven Beach Road is an over-50s luxury land lease lifestyle resort community in Urraween, Hervey Bay[cite: 1]. The development features 132 architecturally designed modern homes along with extensive shared resort amenities including a clubhouse, swimming pool, bowling greens, cinema, gym, and pickleball courts[cite: 1].
Watson Street Apartment Complex
A proposed five-storey residential apartment complex comprising 56 apartments with 95 car spaces in the heart of Pialba, Hervey Bay. The development site is located in a growing coastal suburb, just one street back from the Esplanade and within walking distance to beaches, shops, and local amenities. The project aims to address the increasing demand for quality residential accommodation in Hervey Bay's expanding market.
Pialba Caravan Park Redevelopment
A $10.5 million project to revitalise the Pialba Caravan Park. The upgrade includes replacing underground services, improving internal roads and landscaping, building a new camp kitchen and BBQ area, installing new toilet and shower facilities, and creating a new recreation zone. The project will bring the park up to modern standards and better meet the needs of today's travellers.
3,121 residents of Craignish - Dundowran Beach are employed, from a labour force of 3,189. Unemployment sits at 2.1%, with participation at 60.9%. 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 5,376, about 85% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labour market in Craignish - Dundowran Beach features a capable workforce with strong employment in essential service industries, a low 2.1% unemployment rate, and a 6.7% expansion in jobs over the past year. Employed locals numbered 3,121 as of March 2026, while the local jobless rate sits 1.8% below the 3.9% recorded across Regional Qld. Workforce participation is somewhat subdued at 60.9% compared to 64.2% in Regional Qld. According to Census records, a modest 11.4% of workers operated from home, though this was influenced by Covid-19 restrictions. Resident employment is heavily concentrated across health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.
The community exhibits a distinct specialization in health care & social assistance, employing residents at 1.3 times the regional rate. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 1.5% of local employment versus 4.5% across the broader region. Comparing the resident workforce against the number of Census jobs located within the boundary suggests that internal employment opportunities within the area are fairly constrained. AreaSearch evaluation of ABS and SALM metrics indicates that across the 12-month period, a 6.7% rise in total employment alongside a 5.4% increase in the labour force reduced the local unemployment rate by 1.2 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1%, the labour force grow by 0.3%, and unemployment edge up by 0.1 percentage points. Future workforce requirements can be evaluated using national industry projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26. Applying these five- and ten-year nationwide forecasts (which project national job growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years) to the local industry distribution suggests local jobs could grow by 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, though this weighted extrapolation is for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population growth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Craignish - Dundowran Beach is $1,563 a week (about $81,000 a year), with median personal income at $664 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,506 a year against an average of $67,242. 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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Examining ATO tax figures at the postcode level for financial year 2023, personal earnings across the Craignish - Dundowran Beach SA2 track standard national benchmarks, recording a median income of $54,506 and an average of $67,242. By comparison, Regional Qld registered a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593. Factoring in cumulative Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current earnings are estimated at approximately $60,698 (median) and $74,881 (average) as of March 2026. Census metrics place local weekly household earnings at the 39th percentile ($1,563 weekly), while individual incomes sit at the 21st percentile.
Approximately 31.0% of residents (1,963 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, closely matching the wider metropolitan benchmark of 31.7%. Household budgets retain 86.4% of total income following housing outlays, placing the locality in the 4th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Craignish - Dundowran Beach had 1,969 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 1% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 10% rented and 47% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $375 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 24.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.6%. 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 most recent Census, the local housing landscape in Craignish - Dundowran Beach is dominated by separate houses, which make up 99.0% of dwellings, while apartments, semi-detached properties, and other structures constitute only 1.1%. Across Regional Qld, houses account for 76.4% and alternate dwelling types comprise 23.6%. Outright home ownership is particularly high at 46.5%, significantly surpassing Regional Qld levels, with remaining tenures split between mortgaged properties (44.1%) and rental accommodation (9.5%). Monthly median mortgage costs reached $1,733, exceeding the Regional Qld figure of $1,655, while median weekly rent stood at $375 against $345 regionally.
Compared with national benchmarks, local mortgage payments remain below the $1,863 Australian median, while weekly rent aligns precisely with the nationwide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Craignish - Dundowran Beach counted 1,969 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,237 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 44% couples without children. 12% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the vast majority of local living arrangements, making up 84.9% of households. This group is composed of couples without children (43.6%), couples with children (31.8%), and single parent families (9.2%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 15.1%, including single-person households at 12.0% and shared group households at 2.8%. With an average of 2.7 people per dwelling, typical household size is larger than the Regional Qld median of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
18.7% of adults in Craignish - Dundowran Beach hold a university qualification, including 13.0% with a bachelor degree and 3.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 32.3% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Tertiary educational attainment within the locality is relatively low, with 18.7% of residents holding a university qualification compared to 30.4% across Australia overall, highlighting a potential focus area for education providers. Among degree holders, 13.0% possess bachelor degrees, 3.4% hold postgraduate credentials, and 2.3% have graduate diplomas. Vocational and technical training is substantially more widespread, with 44.1% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of 11.8% with advanced diplomas and 32.3% with certificates. A substantial 26.2% of local residents are actively pursuing formal studies. Breaking down this student cohort, 10.7% attend primary school, 9.0% are in secondary education, and 1.8% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Craignish - Dundowran Beach means driving: households keep an average of 1.9 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Local public transit infrastructure in Craignish - Dundowran Beach encompasses 20 active transport stops providing bus connections. Network services operate across 2 individual routes that deliver a combined 35 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transit is moderate, with dwellings situated an average of 455 meters from the nearest boarding point. Reflecting the suburban nature of the district, outbound commuting dominates, with private vehicles accounting for 97% of travel. Motor vehicle ownership sits above regional standards at an average of 1.9 per dwelling. A comparatively modest 11.4% of residents worked remotely during the 2021 Census, a figure subject to COVID-19 travel patterns.
Bus schedules provide an average frequency of 5 trips per day across the network, translating to roughly 1 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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64.1% of residents in Craignish - Dundowran Beach report no long-term health condition. 7.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.8 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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General health indicators for Craignish - Dundowran Beach reflect favourable outcomes, with mortality figures and condition prevalence aligning closely with nationwide standards across all age groups. In addition, private health insurance coverage is slightly above typical SA2 levels, encompassing approximately 53% of the resident population (~3,331 people). Arthritis and mental health conditions represent the most frequently reported diagnoses in the district, affecting 10.5 and 8.9% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 64.1% of the community indicated no chronic health conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Working-age adults display higher than typical rates of chronic illness.
Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 26.4% of the population (1,675 people), outpacing the 20.3% share in Regional Qld, while broader health metrics align with national patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Craignish - Dundowran Beach is largely Australian-born, at 81.7% of residents, with 4.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.3%) and Australian (27.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity measures in Craignish - Dundowran Beach sit below wider averages, with 81.7% of locals born domestically, 90.6% holding Australian citizenship, and 95.5% using solely English in the home. In terms of religious affiliation, Christianity is the most widespread faith, accounting for 53.6% of residents in Craignish - Dundowran Beach compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Looking at parental lineage, the three most common ancestries among Craignish - Dundowran Beach residents are English (34.3%), Australian (27.1%), and Scottish (8.6%). Other ancestral backgrounds show distinct local concentrations, including German ancestry at 5.2% (against 4.7% regionally), Dutch background at 1.6% (compared to 1.1%), and South Australian lineage at 0.5% (matching 0.5% across Regional Qld).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Craignish - Dundowran Beach is 48, older than 86% of areas nationally. 17.6% 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 demographic structure of Craignish - Dundowran Beach skews noticeably older than Regional Qld. As at August 2026, seniors and retirees aged 65+ make up 26.4% of the community versus 20.4% regionally, whereas adults aged 25 - 44 represent 17.5% locally compared to 25.5% in Regional Qld. The estimated median age stands at 48 as at August 2026, matching the 2021 Census figure, which sat 7 years above the Regional Qld median of 41 and well above the Australian median of 38 at that Census. The most pronounced shift post-Census has occurred in the 65+ demographic, expanding from 23.0% to an estimated 26.4% of the population.
Looking forward to 2041, older cohorts are projected to drive the bulk of local expansion, increasing by 636 residents (38%) to a total of 2,311.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Craignish - Dundowran Beach
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 78 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (5,574 at the 2021 Census → 6,334 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 Aug 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 (319041517). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.