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Currumbin - Tugun has an estimated 13,575 residents, up from 12,339 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,236 people, or 10.0%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years. 335 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 78.6% of that increase. That puts 1,710 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 the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Currumbin - Tugun stands at approximately 13,575 as of May 2026. Compared to the 12,339 residents recorded during the 2021 Census, this represents a growth of 1,236 individuals (10.0%). This adjustment is based on the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 13,477 and 335 validated new addresses identified since the Census. The density of the area is 1,709 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the national average for locations evaluated by AreaSearch. The population increase of 10.0% since the 2021 census was greater than the 9.2% recorded in the Rest of Qld and also surpassed the national average, establishing the area as a regional growth leader.
The expansion was primarily fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 78.6% of the population growth, though other factors such as natural increase and interstate migration also made positive contributions. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 base year, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. For SA2 regions lacking this dataset, as well as for periods after 2032, Queensland State Government projections released in 2023 with a 2021 base year are substituted. Because the state-level projections omit age breakdowns, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using weightings aligned with the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which use a 2022 base year. Based on these anticipated demographic trends, non-capital city locations are expected to see above-median population growth, with the area projected to expand by 1,848 residents by 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP figures, translating to a total growth of 12.9% over the 16 years.
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418 new dwellings have been approved in Currumbin - Tugun over the past five years, an average of 83 a year. That places the area in the 68th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 63 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 17% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 137, 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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Currumbin - Tugun has recorded an average of approximately 83 new dwelling approvals per year, with 418 residences approved during the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 126 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. Over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), the ratio of population growth to new construction stood at 2.4 people per new home, indicating sustained demand that underpins property values. The average expected construction cost for these new homes is $577,000, indicating that building activity is concentrated in the premium, higher-end segment of the market.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $10.5 million have been logged in the current financial year, indicating a moderate level of business-related development. The rate of new dwelling approvals per person in Currumbin - Tugun is about two-thirds of the rate observed in the Rest of Qld, placing it in the 50th percentile among all assessed locations nationwide. Recent construction is composed of 17.0% detached houses and 83.0% townhouses or apartments. This emphasis on higher-density options provides more affordable entry points and appeals to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a major shift from the established residential mix, where houses make up 42.0% of properties, reflecting a scarcity of development sites alongside changing lifestyle choices and affordability pressures. The area has roughly 458 residents for every dwelling approval, which is typical of an established community. Future projections indicate that Currumbin - Tugun will gain 1,750 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If the current pace of development continues, the supply of new housing is expected to comfortably align with demand, creating favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 27 current infrastructure and development projects inside Currumbin - Tugun, worth an estimated $17.3 billion. A further 149 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $44.6 billion. 48 are already under construction and 77 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and planning guidelines are key factors influencing an area's trajectory. AreaSearch has identified a total of 43 projects expected to impact the local community. Major projects include Blonde Bilinga, the Coolangatta Water Treatment Plant Upgrade, the Admiral Crescent Residential Care and Retirement Facility, and Kora, Currumbin, with the main projects of interest outlined in the list below.
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Southern Cross University Gold Coast Campus Renewal
Southern Cross University is progressing a master plan renewal of its Gold Coast campus at Bilinga/Coolangatta, adjacent to Gold Coast Airport and 400 metres from North Kirra Beach. The plan reconfigures student amenity spaces, staff work areas (homezones), and teaching facilities to better support a growing enrolment base of 5,000+ students. The 2025 community consultation phase has now closed, with detailed design set to commence in 2026 and staged implementation to follow subject to planning approvals.The renewal targets more flexible learning environments, outdoor activation zones, and improved digital infrastructure.
Airport Boulevard Commercial Centre
New commercial centre near Gold Coast Airport featuring office spaces, retail outlets, dining options, and services. Designed to serve airport passengers, local businesses, and the growing Bilinga area.
Blonde Bilinga
Blonde Bilinga is an absolute beachfront luxury residential development comprising 19 half-floor apartments over 10 storeys. Designed by BDA Architects and developed by Highlife Property Group, the project features a dedicated wellness level including a sun-drenched pool, sauna, gym, and yoga spaces. The architecture utilizes sculptural forms and a palette of natural stone and timber to harmonize with the coastal landscape.
Coolangatta Water Treatment Plant Upgrade
Major upgrade to a water treatment facility in the Coolangatta area to improve capacity and water quality standards. Works include new filtration systems, chemical treatment processes and automated monitoring systems to meet current and future demand in the southern Gold Coast region.
Kora, Currumbin
A boutique development of seven luxury apartments across four levels on the Currumbin beachfront. Designed by Plus Architecture, the project features floor-to-ceiling glazing, timber look battens, and concrete elements. Residences include a ground-floor beach house with direct beach access, sub-penthouses, and penthouses with private rooftop terraces. Shared amenities include a wellness centre, gym, and pool deck overlooking the coastline.
North Kirra Beach Hotel & Residences
$350M luxury masterplan at North Kirra featuring a five-star 160-key hotel and a 10-level tower with 60 premium apartments and 5 double-storey beach houses. The project includes high-end wellness facilities, private pools, and 90m of beach frontage.
Pacific Parade Apartments, Bilinga
A 10-storey beachfront apartment tower by Cielo Group on a 1,000 square metre site in Bilinga, replacing two existing homes. The building will deliver 22 apartments including 18 three-bedroom units across lower levels, two-per-level on upper floors, and a four-bedroom penthouse. The ground floor features a lobby, surf store and beach wash-up above two levels of basement parking for 40 cars. The rooftop deck includes a plunge pool, gym, dining room and amenities. Builder CGC lists the project as current with a $50M contract value and an 18-month build programme.
Currumbin Creek Southern Training Wall Renewal
Renewal of the 210m southern training wall at Currumbin Creek to protect against coastal erosion and maintain entrance stability. The project includes a 110m long, 4m wide DDA-compliant concrete path on the wall crest, new beach access points, a viewing platform with seating, a pedestrian plaza connecting to the Oceanway, and extensive dune revegetation with native species like Pandanus and Coastal Banksia.
7,807 residents of Currumbin - Tugun are employed, from a labour force of 7,992. Unemployment sits at 2.3%, with participation at 69.7%. 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. 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 Currumbin - Tugun is highly educated, with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.3%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.6% over the preceding year. As of March 2026, there are 7,807 employed residents. The local unemployment rate is 1.6% lower than the 3.9% rate in Regional Qld, while the participation rate is significantly higher at 69.7% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a moderate 17.2% of the working population operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.
The primary employment industries for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The area exhibits a high concentration of construction jobs, with its employment share in this sector reaching 1.3 times the regional average. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 0.6% of local employment, compared to the regional average of 4.5%. Although there are local employment opportunities, the comparison between the Census working population and the local resident population suggests a significant portion of residents travel outside the area for work. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the year ending March 2026 saw employment expand by 3.6% and the total labor force grow by 3.3%, which led to a 0.3 percentage point reduction in unemployment. Over the same timeframe, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1% and the labor force grow by 0.3%, resulting in a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future demand trends in Currumbin - Tugun. These five-year and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary by industry. Projecting these industry-level trends onto the local employment profile suggests that employment in Currumbin - Tugun could rise by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, though this simple weighted projection is illustrative and does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Currumbin - Tugun is $1,696 a week (about $88,000 a year), with median personal income at $857 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,586 a year against an average of $72,702. 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 income data from the ATO at the postcode level, aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, shows a median income of $53,586 and an average income of $72,702 in the Currumbin - Tugun SA2. These figures exceed the national averages and compare to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $59,673 for the median and $80,961 for the average. Data from the 2021 Census shows that household, family, and personal incomes in the area are positioned near the 53rd percentile nationally.
The $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket contains 33.3% of the population (4,520 people), which is similar to the wider region where this group accounts for 31.7%. Housing costs present a significant challenge, with residents retaining only 81.7% of their income, which ranks in the 45th percentile, and the SEIFA index for income places the area in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Currumbin - Tugun had 4,817 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 42% detached houses and 36% apartments. 35% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $455 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 26.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The composition of housing in Currumbin - Tugun at the time of the latest Census consisted of 42.3% separate houses and 57.7% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings in Regional Qld. Home ownership in the area stood at 31.6%, slightly below the level in Regional Qld, with the remaining households having a mortgage (34.6%) or renting (33.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,950 was considerably higher than the Regional Qld median of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $455, compared to $345 in Regional Qld.
On a national scale, mortgage payments in Currumbin - Tugun are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are notably higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Currumbin - Tugun counted 4,817 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,300 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 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 65.0%, which is composed of couples with children at 25.5%, couples without children at 27.5%, and single parents at 10.8%. The remaining 35.0% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 28.8% and group households making up 6.3% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
29.1% of adults in Currumbin - Tugun hold a university qualification, including 21.3% with a bachelor degree and 5.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 25.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 1,130 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,017 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 educational profile of the area is distinct within the region, with university completion rates (29.1% of residents aged 15+) exceeding both the Rest of Qld average of 20.6% and the SA4 regional average of 25.4%, pointing to a strong local emphasis on tertiary education. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 21.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.1% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational and technical training is also highly prevalent, with 38.8% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 13.3% and certificates at 25.5%.
A significant proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 28.7% of residents enrolled in formal education. Within this group, 9.3% are in primary school, 7.3% are in secondary school, and 6.3% are undertaking tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Currumbin - Tugun reaches 63 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 2,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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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An analysis of public transport reveals 63 active bus stops operating in Currumbin - Tugun. These stops are served by 8 different routes, which together provide 2,848 passenger journeys each week. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 176 meters from the nearest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, most workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel at 90% and cycling accounting for 2%. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.3, which is below the regional average.
According to the 2021 Census, 17.2% of residents worked from home, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 406 trips per day, which translates to approximately 45 weekly departures per individual stop.
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71.7% of residents in Currumbin - Tugun report no long-term health condition. 4.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.9 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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Health outcomes for residents of Currumbin - Tugun are generally positive. Analysis of mortality and health metrics by AreaSearch indicates that results are close to national benchmarks, with low rates of common health issues across younger and older age cohorts. The rate of private health insurance coverage is high, encompassing approximately 55% of the population (~7,520 people), compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld. The most prevalent health issues recorded in the area are arthritis, affecting 7.7% of residents, and mental health conditions, affecting 7.3%. Meanwhile, 71.7% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Residents under the age of 65 experience better-than-average health outcomes. The proportion of the population aged 65 and over is 18.8% (2,550 people), which is lower than the 20.4% seen in Regional Qld. Health outcomes for seniors are particularly positive, ranking higher nationally than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Currumbin - Tugun is largely Australian-born, at 80.7% of residents, with 7.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.6%) and Australian (24.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Currumbin - Tugun has a lower level of cultural diversity compared to average benchmarks, with citizens making up 85.7% of the population, 80.7% born in Australia, and 92.8% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 44.9% of residents. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the population compared to 0.1% in Regional Qld. Looking at parent birthplaces, the most common ancestries in Currumbin - Tugun are English (31.6%), Australian (24.2%), and Irish (11.1%). There are also notable variations in other backgrounds, with New Zealand ancestry representing 1.0% of the population (compared to 0.9% regionally), Maori ancestry at 0.9% (compared to 0.8% regionally), and Scottish ancestry at 8.9% (compared to 7.8% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Currumbin - Tugun is 40. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 27.7% 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 residents in Currumbin - Tugun is 40, which is close to the Regional Qld median of 41 but slightly above the national median of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented at 17.6% compared to Regional Qld, while the 5 - 14 cohort is less common at 9.0%. Since the 2021 Census, younger residents have driven the median age down by 1.1 years to 40. The 25 to 34 age bracket grew from 15.3% to 17.6% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 13.8% to 16.0%.
Conversely, the 55 to 64 group decreased from 13.5% to 10.8%, and the 5 to 14 group fell from 11.0% to 9.0%. By 2041, the area is projected to experience major changes in its age profile. The 25 to 34 age bracket is expected to grow the most, increasing by 24% (adding 562 people) to reach 2,945. In contrast, the 55 to 64 and 15 to 24 age brackets are projected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Currumbin - Tugun
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 27 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 Jun 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 — 335 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (12,339 at the 2021 Census → 13,575 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 (309021231). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.