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Eight Mile Plains has an estimated 16,797 residents, up from 15,186 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,611 people, or 10.6%. Growth has averaged 1.3% a year over five years. 230 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 91.5% of that increase. That puts 2,187 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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Based on demographic evaluations from AreaSearch, the population of Eight Mile Plains is estimated to be approximately 16,797 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 1,611 individuals (10.6%) from the 15,186 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. The updated figure is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 16,789 alongside 230 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population size represents a density of 2,187 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical density of locations nationwide analyzed by AreaSearch. The 10.6% rate of growth since the 2021 census surpassed the countrywide benchmark (9.3%), positioning the area as a regional growth leader.
This expansion was largely driven by arrivals from overseas, which accounted for roughly 91.5% of the total population gains in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. For locations where this data is unavailable, or for periods extending past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 data are used. Because these state-level projections lack age-specific breakdowns, AreaSearch allocates cohort growth using proportional weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections based on 2022 data. Looking forward, population growth is anticipated to track slightly below the national median for statistical areas, with a projected increase of 2,098 individuals by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total gain of 12.4% over 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
284 new dwellings have been approved in Eight Mile Plains over the past five years, an average of 56 a year. That places the area in the 58th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 43 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 84% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 33, 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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Eight Mile Plains has recorded an average of roughly 56 new residential approvals annually, amounting to 284 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In FY-26 to date, 31 approvals have been registered. With an average of 3.7 new residents arriving per completed dwelling over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demand outpaces supply, which typically drives up prices and intensifies buyer competition, while new residences are built at an average cost of $295,000. Furthermore, commercial approvals valued at $34.3 million have been logged in the current financial year, pointing to solid investment in local commercial enterprises.
When compared to Greater Brisbane, the per capita rate of new residential approvals in Eight Mile Plains is approximately two-thirds, placing it in the 25th percentile of areas evaluated across the country, which limits options for buyers and sustains interest in established properties. This rate is also below the national benchmark, indicating a mature market and potential development limitations. New builds consist of 84.0% detached houses and 16.0% apartments or townhouses, maintaining the suburban character with a focus on separate homes that appeal to buyers seeking space. This construction mix leans more toward detached housing than the existing housing stock (65.0% at the Census), highlighting persistent demand for family residences despite rising density. The ratio of about 732 people per approval underscores the mature and settled character of Eight Mile Plains. Long-term forecasts indicate that Eight Mile Plains will gain 2,090 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. The current pace of development seems aligned with these future requirements, which should foster stable market dynamics without triggering extreme price inflation.
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AreaSearch tracks 18 current infrastructure and development projects inside Eight Mile Plains, worth an estimated $1.42 billion. A further 99 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $9.3 billion. 21 are already under construction and 48 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major works, and urban planning decisions heavily influence regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 58 projects with the potential to affect the area. Major developments include the Retirement Village & Medical Centre - 161 Underwood Road, The Collective Residences, the Eight Mile Plains Gateway Neighbourhood Plan, and the 18 MacGregor Street Mixed-Use Development, with key details provided in the following list.
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268 Padstow Road Townhouses
Approved residential development comprising approximately 20 four-bedroom townhouses with internal access driveway, visitor parking, communal open space and associated subdivision works. Brisbane City Council records show the original approval has been followed by a current change application relating to a development under construction.
Mackenzie Townhouses Development
60 townhouse development by Philip Usher Constructions at Mount Petrie Road with 3-storey maximum height, 114 car parking spaces and communal facilities. Total site area 15,395sqm.
Warrigal Road Mixed-Use Development
Mixed-use infill project at 393 Warrigal Rd, Eight Mile Plains. Council records show a Reconfigure a Lot approval and subsequent Operational Works tied to the site and adjoining Bordeaux St lots, indicating progression toward delivery. Indicative scheme comprises around 120 dwellings with ground floor retail and cafe uses (subject to detailed design and building approvals).
Bolger Street Residential Building
53-unit residential development in a 6-storey building designed by NMDS Architecture. Features 1-4 bedroom units with rooftop garden, gymnasium, BBQ and sundeck facilities. Includes 100 car parking spaces and undercroft parking.
Wishart State School Expansion
Planned expansion of Wishart State School to accommodate growing student numbers in the local area with new classrooms, facilities and improved infrastructure to support educational excellence.
Eight Mile Plains Satellite Health Centre (Maroo-goodji-ba)
A $65.4 million facility providing community-based healthcare. It features a Minor Injury and Illness Clinic (open 8am-10pm daily), kidney dialysis, cancer day therapy, medical imaging, and specialist outpatient services. The centre, co-named Maroo-goodji-ba, serves as an alternative to emergency departments for non-life-threatening conditions.
Retirement Village & Medical Centre - 161 Underwood Road
Mixed-use development on the northern portion of the Brisbane Islamic Centre site. The project features a 121-bed retirement village (91 independent units, 20 aged care units, and 10 dementia care units), a 250sqm medical centre, and a 75-place childcare centre. Designed by N.G. Sanders Architects.
Pacific Motorway (M1) Upgrade - Eight Mile Plains to Daisy Hill
The $750 million upgrade of the 8km section of the Pacific Motorway (M1) from Eight Mile Plains to Daisy Hill is **complete**. The project, delivered as Stage 2 of the M1 North upgrade program, widens the M1 to up to 5 northbound lanes and up to 4 southbound lanes in sections, extended the South East Busway to Springwood, includes a new Rochedale bus station and park 'n' ride facility (approx. 485 spaces), completed the 7.5km V1 Veloway cycleway, and installed smart motorway technologies.Construction was completed in August 2025 (with various packages completed earlier). This upgrade improves safety, increases capacity, and reduces congestion and travel times. It was jointly funded by the Australian ($510 million) and Queensland ($240 million) Governments.
9,493 residents of Eight Mile Plains are employed, from a labour force of 9,767. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 68.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 18,493, about 110% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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 Eight Mile Plains is highly qualified, with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.8%, and an estimated employment expansion of 5.3% over the prior year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 9,493, while the unemployment rate was 1.5% below the 4.3% recorded for Greater Brisbane, and participation in the labor force aligned closely with the metropolitan rate of 70.4%. Census figures indicate that a modest 18.7% of working residents performed their duties from home, though this may reflect temporary conditions during pandemic lockdowns.
Resident employment is largely concentrated in retail trade, professional & technical services, and health care & social assistance. Accommodation & food services shows a particularly high concentration, with local employment levels reaching 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, construction represents a smaller share of the workforce at 6.7%, compared to 9.0% across the region. A ratio of 0.8 local jobs per resident at the time of the Census indicates a higher-than-average availability of employment opportunities in the immediate area. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics, in the 12 months ending March 2026, the number of employed individuals rose by 5.3% and the labor force expanded by 4.9%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 0.4 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Brisbane experienced a 3.2% rise in employment, a 3.4% increase in the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of May-25 offer additional context on future demand in Eight Mile Plains. These five-year and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local industry mix to estimate future trends. Although overall national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Applying these sectoral projections to the employment structure of Eight Mile Plains suggests local employment will increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, though this is a simple weighted calculation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections.
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Median household income in Eight Mile Plains is $1,942 a week (about $101,000 a year), with median personal income at $777 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,404 a year against an average of $60,530. 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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Income levels in the Eight Mile Plains SA2 are below the national average, based on financial year 2023 ATO statistics aggregated by AreaSearch. The median taxpayer income in the area is $48,404, with the average income recorded at $60,530, compared to Greater Brisbane figures of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be around $53,903 for the median and $67,406 for the average. Census data shows that weekly household income is in the 62nd percentile ($1,942 per week), while individual income sits in the 44th percentile.
In terms of distribution, 34.8% of the population (representing 5,845 residents) earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is comparable to the 33.3% share observed across the wider region. Disposable income after housing costs stands at 85.4% of total income, and the area is positioned in the 7th decile for the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Eight Mile Plains had 5,110 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 65% detached houses and 3% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $420 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,831 a month. Rent absorbs 21.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in Eight Mile Plains at the last Census consisted of 65.2% separate houses and 34.7% alternative dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and other categories, compared to the wider Brisbane metro mix of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in the area was higher than the metropolitan average at 32.7%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (32.3%) or rented (35.1%). The median monthly payment for mortgages was lower than the Brisbane average at $1,831, whereas the median weekly rent of $420 was higher than the metro figures of $1,863 and $380 respectively.
Locally, mortgage costs are lower than the national average of $1,863, while rental costs are significantly higher than the Australian figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Eight Mile Plains counted 5,110 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,652 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 40% are couples with children, more than in 78% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 18% 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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Families make up the majority of households at 76.5%, consisting of couples with children at 39.6%, couples without children at 24.8%, and single parent households at 10.3%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 23.5%, with single-person households representing 18.1% and group households comprising 5.5% of the total. The average household size of 2.9 individuals is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
43.9% of adults in Eight Mile Plains hold a university qualification, including 28.0% with a bachelor degree and 13.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 13.4% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,568 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,055 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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Rates of educational attainment in Eight Mile Plains are significantly higher than wider benchmarks, with 43.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% in QLD and 30.4% nationally. This educational profile positions the community well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 28.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees (13.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational qualifications are held by 24.4% of the population aged 15 and over, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.0%) and certificates (13.4%). Enrollment in education is high, with 31.5% of the population actively participating in academic programs.
This comprises 9.3% in primary schools, 7.9% in higher education, and 6.8% attending secondary institutions.
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Public transport in Eight Mile Plains reaches 47 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 1,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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 47 bus stops operating in Eight Mile Plains. These stops are connected to 11 unique routes, which provide 1,552 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 225 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers travel outside the area for employment, with private cars remaining the main transit mode at 82%, followed by buses at 13%. Car ownership averages 1.5 vehicles per household. At the 2021 Census, 18.7% of residents worked from home, which may reflect pandemic-related health restrictions.
The average service frequency across all routes is 221 runs per day, which translates to approximately 33 weekly runs for each individual transport stop.
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78.5% of residents in Eight Mile Plains report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 81% of areas nationally. 4.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.4 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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Health assessments indicate favorable outcomes in Eight Mile Plains, reflecting AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and chronic illness rates, with younger groups showing very low rates of common illnesses. Private health insurance coverage is relatively low, held by approximately 49% of the population (~8,264 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues are the most frequent medical conditions, each affecting 5.2% and 5.2% of the population, while 78.5% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 16.0% of the population (2,694 people). Senior health indicators are above average, though they rank lower nationally than the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
55.0% of Eight Mile Plains residents were born overseas and 58.5% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 94% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (24.0%) and English (14.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Eight Mile Plains is characterized by high levels of cultural diversity, with 58.5% of the population speaking a language other than English at home and 55.0% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the most common religion, followed by 38.9% of residents. The most notable religious overrepresentation is in the Other category, which accounts for 4.9% of the population compared to 1.3% in Greater Brisbane. Regarding parent birthplaces, the three most common ancestries in Eight Mile Plains are Chinese at 24.0% of the population, which is much higher than the regional average of 3.4%, Other at 15.5%, higher than the regional average of 9.4%, and English at 14.3%, which is lower than the regional average of 26.8%.
Other notable ethnic representations include Korean at 5.1% of the population (compared to 0.5% regionally), Indian at 6.8% (compared to 2.0%), and Serbian at 0.6% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Eight Mile Plains is 36. 32.3% 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 Eight Mile Plains is 36 years, matching Greater Brisbane's median of 36 but younger than the national average of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket is well represented at 18.4% compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 5 - 14 group is smaller at 10.7%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 15 to 24 grew from 12.6% to 13.9% of the population, and the 75 to 84 bracket rose from 4.2% to 5.3%. Conversely, the 0 to 4 group decreased from 6.0% to 4.7%, and the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 11.9% to 10.7%.
By 2041, demographic projections indicate significant changes, with the 75 to 84 cohort expected to grow by 641 people (71%) from 896 to 1,538. The combined cohorts aged 65 and over are projected to drive 53% of total population growth, pointing to an aging local profile, while the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 brackets will see declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Eight Mile Plains
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 18 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 — 230 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (15,186 at the 2021 Census → 16,797 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 (303031060). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.