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East Brisbane has an estimated 6,872 residents, up from 6,118 at the 2021 Census — a change of 754 people, or 12.3%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years, faster than 79% of areas nationally. 107 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 88.0% of that increase. That puts 3,675 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 investigations by AreaSearch, the resident count of East Brisbane stands at approximately 6,872 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 754 people (12.3%) from the 6,118 people recorded in the 2021 Census. The change is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 6,833 as of June 2025 combined with 107 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level yields a density of 3,674 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top quartile of Australian locations analyzed by AreaSearch. The area's growth rate of 12.3% since the 2021 census outpaced the national average (9.3%) and the broader SA3 region, positioning it as a local growth leader.
Overseas migration was the primary driver of these gains, accounting for roughly 88.0% of the overall population increase in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, issued in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. For locations lacking this data and for periods past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (using 2021 data) are substituted. Because these state-level projections lack age breakdowns, AreaSearch allocates cohort growth using weightings from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections based on 2022 data. Future demographic analysis indicates that the suburb is set to experience population growth above the national median, with projections suggesting an expansion of 1,049 persons by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a cumulative increase of 14.7% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
373 new dwellings have been approved in East Brisbane over the past five years, an average of 74 a year. That places the area in the 79th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 11 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 69 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 4% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 9, well below 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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Property developers in East Brisbane have secured approvals for approximately 74 new homes annually, totaling 373 residential approvals over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 9 during FY-26 so far. With an average of 1.3 new residents arriving per approved home over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), local demand aligns closely with supply to maintain market equilibrium. The average construction value of these new builds sits at $770,000, indicating that building activity is focused on upscale, high-end housing. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $17.2 million this financial year, pointing to a steady rate of commercial construction.
East Brisbane exhibits 126.0% more new home approvals per capita than Greater Brisbane, offering home buyers a broad selection of properties. This volume of building activity is also significantly higher than the national benchmark, demonstrating robust building industry confidence in the suburb. The breakdown of current building activity consists of 4.0% detached homes and 96.0% townhouses or apartments. This heavy concentration of high-density housing options provides lower-cost options for buyers and appeals to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers alike. This represents a substantial shift from the established housing stock (which currently stands at 44.0% houses), reflecting a lack of vacant land alongside changing consumer preferences and affordability constraints. With a ratio of approximately 680 people per dwelling approval, the local residential market shows a high degree of maturity. Looking forward, projections indicate East Brisbane will add 1,010 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Current construction trajectories suggest that supply will easily accommodate this influx, maintaining favorable purchasing conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth rates above current forecasts.
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 9 current infrastructure and development projects inside East Brisbane, worth an estimated $998 million. A further 169 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $380.7 billion. 50 are already under construction and 87 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 in local infrastructure, major construction works, and planning developments are key drivers of local property performance. AreaSearch has identified 35 projects that are expected to impact this locality. Notable developments include Banksii, 169 Wellington Road, Cross River Rail - Woolloongabba Station, Eighteen Park, and the Social Housing Development on Wellington Road East Brisbane, with key details provided for the most significant works.
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Social Housing Development - Wellington Road East Brisbane
New social housing development by the Queensland Government providing 78 self-contained homes across two buildings on Wellington Road and Kennedy Terrace, East Brisbane. The 9-storey Wellington Road building is designed for families, offering studio, 2- and 3-bedroom homes with communal spaces on each level. The 10-storey Kennedy Terrace building is designed for seniors, with 1-bedroom homes and a communal roof garden. Both buildings include a communal rooftop space, shared ground floor facilities, onsite service offices and basement car parking.The project follows a supportive housing model, with input from housing and homelessness stakeholders during design. Construction commenced mid 2025 and is expected to be completed by mid 2027. It forms part of the Queensland Government's Homes for Queenslanders plan.
Murcia Residences
Mediterranean-inspired residential project by Sarazin featuring 187 apartments across 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom layouts. Designed by Rothelowman with a stepped tower form and a rooftop infinity pool, wellness amenities (spa, sauna, gym, magnesium plunge pools), and three ground-floor retail tenancies. Construction is underway with Hutchinson Builders.
Eighteen Park
Architecturally designed by Altis, Eighteen Park is a boutique collection of 28 exclusive riverside residences with a curvilinear facade overlooking Mowbray Park and the Brisbane River. Features a rooftop infinity pool, wellness centre, sauna, yoga deck and covered entertainment spaces.
Banksii, 169 Wellington Road
Ten-storey mixed-use apartment project (Banksii) delivering 72 dwellings with rooftop recreation (pool, BBQ, dining), a ground-floor gym and a small retail tenancy, plus a landscaped pedestrian laneway linking Wellington Road to Manilla Street opposite Raymond Park. Design by MAS Architects draws on the Grevillea Banksii flower; sales campaign active/coming soon following development approval.
BANKSII
A ten-storey boutique apartment development at 169 Wellington Road, East Brisbane, delivering 72 architecturally designed 1, 2, and 3-bedroom residences above Raymond Park. Developed by Vector Property Australia and Core Property Partners, and designed by MAS Architecture with a curved facade inspired by the native Grevillea banksii flower. Rooftop amenities include an infinity-edge pool, BBQ and dining areas, infrared sauna, residents gym, and landscaped lounges. Located 2km from Brisbane CBD within the Woolloongabba Olympic precinct, with easy access to the Kangaroo Point Green Bridge, Gabba, and Cross River Rail.
Cross River Rail - Woolloongabba Station
A landmark underground rail station featuring two 220-metre platforms located 27 metres below ground. As of May 2026, the project is in the advanced stages of construction with precinct-wide urban realm works, including tiling, landscaping, and signage installation, nearing completion. Internal fit-out, mechanical, and electrical services installation are ongoing alongside testing and commissioning of critical systems like tunnel ventilation. The station is a key component of the 10.2 km Cross River Rail link and will serve as a primary transport hub for the 2032 Olympic precinct and The Gabba stadium.
Hampton Yards East Brisbane
A high-density mixed-use development comprising three residential towers (18, 30, and 40 storeys) with 787 apartments. The project includes eight ground-floor retail tenancies, resident pools, gym facilities, and significant public realm upgrades including a 2,000 sqm park dedication and pedestrian connectivity between Hampton Street and Wellington Road.
Mosaic East Brisbane
A luxury boutique residential development by Mosaic Property Group featuring 20 high-end apartments. The project is designed to integrate with the riverside character of East Brisbane, offering spacious floor plans and premium amenities focused on owner-occupiers.
4,473 residents of East Brisbane are employed, from a labour force of 4,794. Unemployment sits at 6.7%, with participation at 77.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% 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 local workforce in East Brisbane is highly educated, featuring a strong concentration of professionals, a joblessness rate of 6.7%, and an estimated job growth rate of 0.7% over the past year. As of March 2026, there are 4,473 employed residents. The unemployment rate is 2.4% higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, while the labor participation rate remains exceptionally high at 77.7% compared to the metropolitan average of 70.4%. Census records indicate that a high proportion of employed residents (25.2%) worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of COVID-19 restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. The suburb shows a notable specialization in professional & technical services, employing residents at 1.7 times the metropolitan rate. In contrast, manufacturing represents a small portion of the workforce at 3.4% compared to 6.4% across the wider region. A ratio of 0.6 local jobs for every resident at the time of the Census indicates a higher than average availability of employment within the immediate area. Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that for the year ending March 2026, local employment grew by 0.7% and the labor force expanded by 2.3%, leading to an increase in the unemployment rate of 1.5 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded a 3.2% rise in employment, a 3.4% expansion of the labor force, and a modest 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide context for local workforce demand. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local industry mix to model future trends. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying by sector. Applying these trends to the local industry profile suggests East Brisbane's employment will grow by 7.2% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in East Brisbane is $2,054 a week (about $107,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,043 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,513 a year against an average of $91,250. The average runs 51% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode-level ATO data released for the financial year 2023, the median income for taxpayers in the East Brisbane SA2 is $60,513, with an average income of $91,250. These statistics place the area among the highest earning regions in the country, comparing favorably to the Greater Brisbane median of $58,236 and average of $72,799. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the financial year 2023, current income estimates for March 2026 are approximately $67,387 for the median and $101,616 for the average. The 2021 Census confirms that household, family, and individual incomes in the area are high, ranking between the 69th and 82nd percentiles nationally.
The largest earnings bracket contains 32.0% of local taxpayers (2,199 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, which is consistent with the metropolitan distribution where this cohort accounts for 33.3%. High-earning households generating more than $3,000 weekly make up 31.1% of the total, indicating strong local purchasing power. Residential costs consume 17.2% of household income, but solid earnings keep disposable income at the 67th percentile nationally, with the area's SEIFA income index landing in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
East Brisbane had 2,566 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 44% detached houses and 51% apartments. 25% are owned with a mortgage, 57% rented and 18% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month, a total housing cost higher than 82% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing composition of East Brisbane consisted of 44.2% standalone houses and 55.8% multi-unit dwellings such as townhouses and apartments, differing from the wider Brisbane metropolitan distribution of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership was lower than the metropolitan benchmark at 18.0%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (24.7%) or tenants (57.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $2,167, which is higher than the Brisbane metropolitan median of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $400 compared to the metropolitan median of $380.
Locally, mortgage payments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and typical weekly rents exceed the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
East Brisbane counted 2,566 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,882 today, averaging 2.2 people each. 18% are couples with children, fewer than in 91% of areas nationally, against 27% couples without children. 32% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households constitute the majority of local homes at 54.2%, which includes 18.3% couples with children, 27.4% couples without children, and 6.6% single-parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 45.8% of households, consisting of single-person households at 32.2% and share houses at 13.7%. The typical household size is 2.2 residents, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
50.5% of adults in East Brisbane hold a university qualification, including 32.6% with a bachelor degree and 13.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 14.6% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 1,887 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,173 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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Residents of East Brisbane demonstrate high levels of educational attainment, with 50.5% of those aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% across QLD and 30.4% nationwide. This concentration of higher education positions the community well for professional services and knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 32.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 13.4% and graduate diplomas at 4.5%. Vocational training is held by 24.9% of residents aged 15 and over, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.3%) and certificates (14.6%). Formal education participation is high in the suburb, with 32.9% of the population enrolled in study.
This group is composed of 13.7% in higher education, 6.0% attending primary school, and 6.0% in secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in East Brisbane reaches 23 stops on 16 routes, timetabled for about 2,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of public transport infrastructure shows 23 active stops within East Brisbane, consisting of ferry terminals and bus stops. These facilities are served by 16 individual transit routes, providing a total of 2,848 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 128 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute out of the area; private vehicles are the most common transport method at 66%, followed by buses at 14% and walking at 6%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.0 car per household, which is lower than the metropolitan average.
The 2021 Census recorded that 25.2% of residents worked from home, which may reflect the impact of pandemic lockdowns. Public transport services average 406 daily trips across all routes, which translates to approximately 123 weekly trips per transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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72.8% of residents in East Brisbane report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 81% of areas nationally. 2.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 66.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.2 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Local health data shows excellent outcomes for the residents of East Brisbane. Analysis by AreaSearch indicates low mortality rates and a minimal prevalence of chronic illnesses across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 67% of the population (4,590 people) holding cover. This compares to insurance rates of 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded among residents are mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 10.9% and 7.7% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 72.8% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
Health metrics for working-age residents are average, and residents aged 65 and over make up 10.2% of the population (702 people), which is lower than the metropolitan share of 15.1%. Senior residents enjoy strong health outcomes, with national health benchmarks matching those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
31.8% of East Brisbane residents were born overseas and 20.3% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (25.9%) and Australian (19.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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East Brisbane exhibits a higher level of cultural diversity than most Australian suburbs, with 20.3% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 31.8% of residents born overseas. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, represented by 40.9% of the population. The most distinct religious variance is seen in Judaism, which is practiced by 0.2% of residents compared to 0.1% across the Greater Brisbane area. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three most common heritages reported in East Brisbane are English at 25.9%, Australian at 19.2%, and Other at 11.2%.
There are also distinct concentrations of other ancestral lines, with French heritage representing 0.9% of residents (compared to 0.5% across the region), Irish ancestry at 10.7% (compared to 8.2% regionally), and Spanish background at 0.7% (compared to 0.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of East Brisbane is 33, younger than 88% of areas nationally. 42.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in East Brisbane is 33 years, making it slightly younger than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 years and younger than the national average of 38 years. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, East Brisbane has a higher proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (27.1%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (6.2%). The concentration of young adults aged 25 - 34 is higher than the national benchmark of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census data indicates the 25 to 34 age bracket has increased from 25.2% to 27.1% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 7.7% to 6.2%, and the 15 to 24 cohort fell from 16.3% to 15.3%.
Demographic modeling projects significant shifts in the local age profile by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 29% (adding 232 residents to total 1,037), while the number of children aged 0 to 4 is projected to decrease by 1.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for East Brisbane
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 11 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 — 107 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,118 at the 2021 Census → 6,872 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 (305021115). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.