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Dakabin has an estimated 6,498 residents, up from 5,275 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,223 people, or 23.2%. Growth has averaged 4.2% a year over five years, faster than 92% of areas nationally. 242 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 40.0% of that increase. That puts 1,167 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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Dakabin has a population of approximately 6,498 as of May 2026, according to analysis by AreaSearch. Compared to the population of 5,275 registered in the 2021 Census, this represents a growth of 1,223 residents, or 23.2%. This change is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 6,194 as of June 2025 alongside 242 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. The area exhibits a population density of 1,166 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical values across assessed locations. The local growth rate of 23.2% since the 2021 Census outpaced the national rate of 9.3% and the state average, placing the area among regional growth leaders.
Interstate migration was the primary contributor to these gains, accounting for roughly 40.0% of the increase, though natural growth and overseas migration also made positive contributions. Projections utilize ABS and Geoscience Australia data from 2024 with a 2022 baseline, supplemented by 2023 Queensland Government projections based on 2021 data for areas not covered or for periods beyond 2032. Because state projections lack age-specific breakdowns, AreaSearch distributes growth using proportional weightings from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which use 2022 baseline data. Future outlooks suggest growth will exceed the median of national statistical areas. Driven by the most recent annual ERP data, the population is expected to expand by 1,414 residents by 2041, representing a total increase of 17.1% over the 16 years.
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317 new dwellings have been approved in Dakabin over the past five years, an average of 63 a year. That places the area in the 88th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 10 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 42 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 24% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 134, 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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In Dakabin, development approvals have averaged approximately 63 dwellings annually, with a total of 317 residential units approved over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 123 approvals recorded. Historical figures between FY-21 and FY-25 indicate that about 3.6 new residents are added per built dwelling each year, meaning incoming demand is running well ahead of additions to supply, which typically exerts upward pressure on prices and intensifies buyer competition. The average construction cost for new properties is $197,000, which falls below regional averages and provides more budget-friendly opportunities for buyers.
Additionally, commercial approvals registered this financial year stand at $731,000, pointing to a heavily residential focus. On a per capita basis, construction activity in Dakabin is 61.0% higher than in Greater Brisbane, offering options for buyers despite a deceleration in building work in recent years. This volume of activity sits well above national averages, highlighting strong developer interest. Recent completions consist of 24.0% detached houses and 76.0% medium and high-density dwellings. This concentration of smaller formats offers more affordable entry points, appealing to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This trend shifts away from the current local housing mix, which consists of 58.0% houses, showing that developable land is becoming scarcer while catering to changing consumer lifestyles and affordability pressures. Based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch, Dakabin is projected to add 1,110 residents by 2041. Under current construction trends, the volume of incoming housing supply is positioned to satisfy demand, creating favorable buying conditions and potentially driving population gains beyond current forecasts.
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AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Dakabin, worth an estimated $53 million. A further 170 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $112 billion. 56 are already under construction and 59 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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Changes to local infrastructure, large-scale developments, and planning projects are major factors in local performance. AreaSearch has identified 5 key projects expected to influence the area. Principal developments include the Moreton Bay Wildlife Hospital and Education Hub, Stage 1 of the Bruce Highway Upgrade between Dohles Rocks Road and Anzac Avenue, Moreton Bay Central, and the North Lakes Industrial Development Site, with the main details of the most relevant projects outlined below.
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Moreton Bay Wildlife Hospital and Education Hub
A dedicated wildlife hospital and education hub planned for a 1.6 hectare parcel of Council land at Dakabin, north of Brisbane. The facility will provide local emergency and rehabilitation veterinary care for native species including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, sugar gliders and echidnas, removing the need to transport injured animals up to two hours away to facilities at Wacol or Beerwah. Designed by Andrew Webb of WD Architects, the hospital is being delivered in stages, with stage one focused on triage, surgery, ICU and rehabilitation, followed by a community education and training auditorium in stage two.The facility is expected to employ around two veterinarians, six veterinary nurses and additional administrative staff once operational. The project is funded by a 15 million dollar state funding agreement signed in October 2025, supported by a 3 million dollar Council land contribution and a 10 year peppercorn lease at 1 dollar per year granted in November 2025. Construction timelines are to be confirmed following design and approvals.
Dakabin Shopping Centre and Hotel Precinct
A mixed-use commercial and hospitality precinct located at the corner of Old Gympie Road and Alma Road, featuring a completed retail shopping complex, specialty shops, gym, and the 35 million dollar Dakabin Hotel complete with dining, sports bars, outdoor gardens, and family play areas.
North Lakes Industry Park
A 25-hectare premium industrial estate at 109-135 Boundary Road, North Lakes, approximately 35km north of Brisbane CBD. ESR Australia acquired the site from Garda Property Group for $114 million and is developing up to 100,000 square metres of industrial and logistics space across multiple stages. Stage 1 features two buildings totalling 17,745sqm across eight tenancies, with availability from Q4 2026. Remaining stages are available for pre-lease or land sale. The estate targets 4-star Green Star Buildings v1 and features solar PV, rainwater recycling, EV charging and LED lighting.The site is B-double approved and offers direct Bruce Highway access.
Bruce Highway (Dohles Rocks Road to Anzac Avenue) Upgrade - Stage 1
A staged upgrade of the Bruce Highway between Dohles Rocks Road and Anzac Avenue at Murrumba Downs, north of Brisbane. Stage 1 delivers extended north-facing ramps to manage growing traffic volumes and improve local connectivity for the more than 150,000 vehicles using this corridor each day. Works include a new northbound entry ramp from Dohles Rocks Road that extends to the Anzac Avenue exit as an auxiliary lane, a new southbound exit ramp from the highway to Dohles Rocks Road, ramp metering signals, a new signalised intersection on Dohles Rocks Road, modifications to the existing Goodrich Road East intersection, and new and upgraded noise barriers.Early works (vegetation clearing, demolitions and service relocations) were carried out by RoadTek from mid-2024. The main construction contract was awarded to a joint venture of Albem Operations and SCQ. As of April 2026, traffic switches onto newly built lanes are underway, with the project supporting up to 340 jobs during construction.
Kallangur Childcare Centre
A new one-storey childcare centre for up to 132 children with seven internal learning rooms, outdoor play areas and 27 car parks. The original development application has progressed, with a subsequent Operational Works application for landscaping lodged during 2026, indicating the project has moved into the construction delivery phase.
New Special School for Moreton Bay South
A new state special school being planned for Moreton Bay South to provide enrolment relief for the oversubscribed Pine Rivers Special School in Lawnton. Announced in the 2025-26 Queensland Budget as one of seven new special schools being delivered statewide under a $500 million program. The Department of Education intends to compulsorily acquire a site at 30 Narangba Road, Kallangur, currently occupied by the Pine Rivers Uniting Church, though the church has lodged an appeal and a final decision is pending.The project remains in early planning, with a design contract yet to be awarded and traffic, vegetation, acoustic and stormwater impacts still to be assessed.
Kallangur Residential Towers Redevelopment
Redevelopment of former Tulip Town Shopping Centre site into two six-storey towers with 80 units (40 one-bedroom and 40 two-bedroom), including short-term accommodation, health care services, office, shop, food and drink outlet, and a service station. Construction planned in two stages with western tower first, then eastern tower.
North Lakes Drive Mixed-Use Hotel Development
A $180 million transformation of a 1.72-hectare site into a 'mini James Street' style lifestyle precinct. The development features a 130-room 5-star boutique resort with a luxury lagoon pool, wellness facilities, and a large conference centre for up to 800 guests. It includes a 2,500sqm signature hospitality venue, high-end dining, and boutique retail, designed by Bureau Proberts to enhance the North Lakes Town Centre ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympics.
3,583 residents of Dakabin are employed, from a labour force of 3,811. Unemployment sits at 6.0%, with participation at 78.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% 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 5,106, about 79% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Dakabin has a qualified workforce with a strong presence in essential services, showing an estimated job growth of 1.4% over the prior year and an unemployment rate of 6.0%. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 3,583, with the local unemployment rate sitting 1.7% above the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%. The participation rate is exceptionally high at 78.3%, compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane. Census data indicates that 13.8% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns. The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.
Retail trade shows a particularly strong concentration, employing residents at 1.5 times the regional average rate. Conversely, the professional & technical sector is underrepresented, accounting for 5.5% of local employment compared to the regional average of 8.9%. Comparing the Census working population against the resident population suggests that the local area, which is mostly residential, provides a limited number of local jobs. According to SALM and ABS figures analysed by AreaSearch, the year ending March 2026 saw local employment grow by 1.4% and the labour force expand by 0.3%, resulting in a 1.1 percentage point drop in unemployment. Over the same timeframe, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.2% and labour force expansion of 3.4%, accompanied by a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. Future local employment demand can be contextualized using national projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future patterns. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by industry. Projecting these industry trends onto Dakabin's current workforce composition indicates local employment could grow by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population projections.
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Median household income in Dakabin is $1,689 a week (about $88,000 a year), with median personal income at $877 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $59,369 a year against an average of $65,999. 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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Postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year indicates Dakabin SA2 has a median taxpayer income of $59,369 and an average of $65,999. These figures sit slightly below national benchmarks, contrasting with a median of $58,236 and an average of $72,799 in Greater Brisbane. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated values of approximately $66,113 for the median and $73,496 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, individual income sits at the 63rd percentile with a weekly figure of $877, while household income is at the 46th percentile.
Income distribution details show that 40.8% of the population, representing 2,651 people, earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is comparable to regional patterns where 33.3% fall into the same bracket. Affordability constraints are notable, with residents retaining 80.2% of their income, placing the area at the 42nd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Dakabin had 1,910 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 58% detached houses and 0% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 62% rented and 11% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $360 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,800 a month, a total housing cost higher than 77% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census data reveals that the housing mix in Dakabin consisted of 58.4% detached houses and 41.6% semi-detached, apartment, or other dwelling types, whereas the wider Brisbane metro area recorded 73.5% detached houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership was lower than the Brisbane metro average, standing at 11.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (26.3%) or tenants (62.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,800, which is below the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, and the median weekly rent was $360, compared to $380 metro-wide.
Looking at national figures, Dakabin's mortgage payments are below the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are lower than the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Dakabin counted 1,910 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,353 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the clear majority at 73.5% of the total, consisting of couples with children at 28.6%, couples without children at 23.1%, and single-parent households at 20.7%. Non-family households make up the remaining 26.5%, comprising single-person households at 22.0% and group households at 4.4%. The median household size is 2.6 people, matching the average for Greater Brisbane.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
18.2% of adults in Dakabin hold a university qualification, including 13.6% with a bachelor degree and 2.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 32.1% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,935 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,007 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational outcomes show distinct patterns, with the proportion of residents holding a university qualification at 18.2%, which is lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This gap highlights key areas for targeted educational development. Among university degrees, bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational skills are highly prevalent, with 44.7% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade or technical qualifications, divided between advanced diplomas at 12.6% and certificates at 32.1%. Enrolment levels are high, with 34.2% of the local population engaged in formal study.
This student population includes 12.2% in primary schools, 8.8% in secondary institutions, and 5.5% enrolled in tertiary courses.
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Public transport in Dakabin reaches 8 stops on 67 routes, timetabled for about 1,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 330 m from its nearest stop. Trains 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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Public transport connectivity is supported by 8 active stops in Dakabin, comprising bus and rail services. These stops are served by 67 separate routes, yielding a combined total of 1,792 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 334 meters from the nearest stop. The area functions primarily as a residential commuter base, with 87% of commuters traveling by car and 9% by train. Households own an average of 1.3 vehicles. The 2021 Census showed 13.8% of residents working from home, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Service frequency across all local routes averages 256 daily trips, which translates to approximately 224 weekly passenger services per stop.
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67.5% of residents in Dakabin report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 82% of areas nationally. 4.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and the occurrence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older age brackets, Dakabin faces notable health challenges. Furthermore, the level of private health insurance coverage lags slightly behind the typical SA2 average, with approximately 52% of the population, or about 3,372 people, holding cover. This compares to a rate of 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most prevalent medical issues reported locally, affecting 13.2% and 9.6% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 67.5% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane.
The working-age cohort has elevated rates of chronic illness, indicating notable health difficulties. Residents aged 65 and over make up 9.3% of the population, representing 603 people, which is lower than the 15.1% share seen in Greater Brisbane. Senior health outcomes show some difficulties, with national rankings generally matching those of the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Dakabin is largely Australian-born, at 76.1% of residents, with 12.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.6%) and Australian (25.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Dakabin displays high levels of cultural diversity, with 12.6% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 23.9% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 44.5% of the population. The most prominent divergence from wider regional patterns is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 1.4% of the population, compared to 1.3% in Greater Brisbane. English ancestry is the most common at 28.6% of the population, followed by Australian ancestry at 25.9% and Other at 8.3%. There are distinct differences in representation compared to the wider region, with residents of New Zealand background making up 1.7% of the population versus 1.0% regionally, Samoan ancestry at 1.6% versus 0.9%, and Maori ancestry at 1.8% versus 1.1%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Dakabin is 30, younger than 97% of areas nationally. 33.2% 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 30 makes Dakabin younger than Greater Brisbane's average of 36 and the national median of 38. The suburb has a higher share of residents aged 25 - 34 (19.9%) but a lower share of those aged 75 - 84 (2.5%) compared to Greater Brisbane. This 25 - 34 cohort concentration sits well above the national average of 14.6%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort grew from 14.8% to 16.0% of the population, and the 65 to 74 group rose from 5.0% to 6.0%. Conversely, the 15 to 24 age bracket fell from 15.3% to 13.3%, and the 5 to 14 group decreased from 14.8% to 13.8%.
Looking forward to 2041, demographic projections point to significant structural shifts. The 45 to 54 cohort is expected to grow by 302 people, or 39%, rising from 768 to 1,071, while the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 cohorts are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Dakabin
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 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 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 — 242 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,275 at the 2021 Census → 6,498 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 (314021576). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.