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Enoggera has an estimated 9,951 residents, up from 9,042 at the 2021 Census — a change of 909 people, or 10.1%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 54.2% of that increase. That puts 1,037 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Enoggera stands at approximately 9,951 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 909 residents (10.1%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 9,042 individuals. This population shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 9,945 and a further 93 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The current population translates to a density of 1,036 persons per square kilometer, a figure that is generally consistent with the average of other assessed areas. The 10.1% increase since the 2021 census placed Enoggera ahead of the SA3 area (8.1%) and the wider SA4 region, establishing it as a frontrunner for growth locally.
The expansion was chiefly fueled by overseas migration, which made up about 54.2% of the total population increase in recent times, though all other contributors, including natural increase and interstate migration, also recorded positive growth. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. In cases where these projections are unavailable, or for periods past 2032, the Queensland State Government's SA2 projections from 2023 (based on 2021 data) are applied instead. Because the state-level data does not outline age brackets, AreaSearch allocates growth weightings across age groups based on the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which use 2022 baseline data. Looking ahead, the location is expected to experience population growth that exceeds the national median, with a projected increase of 1,300 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a 13.0% total gain over 16 years.
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173 new dwellings have been approved in Enoggera over the past five years, an average of 34 a year. That places the area in the 59th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 25 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 76% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 62, 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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Enoggera averages approximately 34 residential development approvals each year, with a total of 173 dwellings approved during the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 57 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. Given that 4.1 new residents have been added for every completed dwelling over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demand is outstripping new supply, a trend that typically drives up property prices and heightens competition among buyers. The average value of these new builds is $414,000, which sits slightly above regional averages and points to a focus on higher-quality construction.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $9.0 million have been registered during this financial year, highlighting that the locality remains predominantly residential. Building activity per capita in Enoggera is 11.0% lower than in Greater Brisbane, placing it in the 36th percentile of all areas evaluated across the country, which restricts options for purchasers and sustains demand for existing properties. Detached houses account for 76.0% of the new projects, while townhouses or apartments make up the remaining 24.0%, preserving the classic suburban feel and catering to families looking for larger homes. Interestingly, the proportion of traditional houses under construction is higher than the 53.0% recorded at the Census, indicating that demand for standalone family homes remains robust despite density trends. With roughly 482 people per housing approval, Enoggera exhibits a mature property market. Long-term forecasts indicate that Enoggera's population will expand by 1,294 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Although construction activity is keeping pace with these growth projections, purchasers are likely to face stiffer competition as the local population increases.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Enoggera, worth an estimated $8 million. A further 72 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $29.1 billion. 17 are already under construction and 21 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation 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, planning schemes, and development initiatives are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked 34 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Prominent examples include Breathe Residences Alderley, the MONARC Mixed-Use Precinct, Stafford City Shopping Centre Redevelopment, and the Mirvac Everton Park Mixed Development, with the list below highlighting the most significant works.
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Astra Apartments Gaythorne
Boutique development offering 12 exclusive residences in the leafy suburb of Gaythorne, featuring contemporary design and quality construction with convenient transport access.
Ashford Residences Everton Park
Mirvac's Ashford Residences is a masterplanned residential community on a 6 hectare site adjoining Kedron Brook. The approved project includes 43 homesites, around 80 terrace homes, resident recreation facilities, restoration of the heritage Murphy's Dairy residence and a large ecological area. Construction and staged delivery have progressed, with multiple stages released and sold.
Mitchelton Youth Club Structural Repairs
Structural repair and refurbishment project for the Mitchelton Youth Club clubhouse delivered in partnership by Brisbane City Council and the Queensland Government under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements. Stage 1 works were completed with restumping, accessible pathways, retaining walls and drainage improvements. Stage 2 is underway and includes a full roof replacement, new external staircase, internal structural repairs, additional storage, a minor extension and refurbishment of the ground floor office. Community fundraising continues for fit-out and equipment after construction.
Breathe Residences Alderley
Collection of 51 apartments across five levels designed by Loucas Zahos Architects, featuring a central 'lungs of the building' garden courtyard. Constructed by GEOCAL Group, offering 1, 2 and 3 bedroom residences with modern Australian design, timber floorboards, and sustainable living features.
Everton Plaza Retail and Dining Expansion
Proposed three-storey extension to Everton Plaza Shopping Centre fronting Stafford Road, adding about 842 sqm of food, beverage and retail floorspace in Precinct 5. The scheme is intended to extend the existing Park Lane dining precinct with new tenancies, alfresco areas and stronger street frontage. Brisbane City Council application A006806805 was lodged in mid 2025 and remains a development application/public assessment matter based on available sources.
Stafford City Shopping Centre Redevelopment
A significant 150 million AUD plus redevelopment of Stafford City Shopping Centre. The project involves a major expansion including a new full-line Coles supermarket, an upgraded and expanded Aldi, and a suite of new specialty retail tenancies. The plan features a refurbished dining and entertainment precinct to integrate with the Kedron Brook area, alongside comprehensive site access and parking improvements to support the Transforming Stafford precinct vision.
Sanctuary Residences Ashgrove
A boutique release of nine individually designed luxury homes within the Ashgrove Sanctuary estate, around 6km from Brisbane CBD. Marketing indicates lots 2 and 4 nearing completion with move-ins targeted mid-2025, with the full collection progressing through staged construction. Homes feature high-end finishes, landscaped grounds and access to nearby parks and services.
Ile Ashgrove
Ile Ashgrove is an approved four-storey mixed-use retail and wellness precinct on the corner of Waterworks Road, Memorial Avenue and Stewart Place within the Ashgrove Village Precinct. The development includes a 1,777.9 square metre full-line supermarket and ground-floor food and drink tenancies, an upper-level gym and office or function space, and a rooftop level with a swimming pool, pool terrace, breakout seating, and two commercial tenancies operating as a bar or food and drink outlet open to the public.The design by ZArchitects features a green wall facade, deep planting at ground level, and an improved pedestrian realm linking to adjacent Memorial Park. Four basement levels provide vehicle parking and bicycle storage. The Brisbane City Council development application, originally lodged in November 2024, was approved in 2025 subject to conditions covering stormwater management, landscaping, biosecurity, and refuse handling.
6,023 residents of Enoggera are employed, from a labour force of 6,371. Unemployment sits at 5.5%, with participation at 75.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 11,255, about 113% 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 is highly educated, featuring a strong contingent of professionals, alongside an unemployment rate of 5.5%. As of March 2026, there are 6,023 employed residents. The local unemployment rate sits 1.1% higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, while the workforce participation rate of 75.7% is significantly higher than the Brisbane metro average of 70.4%. According to Census records, a moderate 24.2% of the working population worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical services.
Public administration & safety is particularly prominent, representing a share that is 3.3 times the regional average. Conversely, construction employs only 4.5% of the local workforce, which is lower than the Greater Brisbane share of 9.0%. With a ratio of 0.9 workers per resident at the time of the Census, the area provides a substantial volume of local job opportunities. According to AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS statistics, the local labor force contracted by 2.3% and total employment fell by 2.7% during the 12 months leading up to March 2026, leading to a 0.4 percentage point increase in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced a 3.2% rise in employment and a 3.4% expansion of its labor force, with its unemployment rate increasing by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May-25, provide additional context regarding future demand trends in Enoggera. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential employment trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary considerably by sector. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the Enoggera workforce suggests local employment could grow by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Enoggera is $1,975 a week (about $103,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,131 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $68,196 a year against an average of $95,699. The average runs 40% 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 statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, Enoggera SA2 has a median taxpayer income of $68,196 and an average of $95,699. These figures rank in the top percentile of the country, comparing favorably to the Greater Brisbane median of $58,236 and average of $72,799. Factoring in a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimated values are approximately $75,943 for the median and $106,570 for the average as of March 2026. Census findings show that individual weekly earnings are high, placing in the 87th percentile nationwide at $1,131.
In terms of income brackets, the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common, accounting for 31.6% of residents (3,144 people), which is close to the metropolitan average of 33.3% for this cohort. Although high housing costs account for 16.5% of earnings, strong overall income levels place disposable income in the 63rd percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 7th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Enoggera had 3,512 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 53% detached houses and 32% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 52% rented and 18% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $360 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 18.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.4%. 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 stock in Enoggera consisted of 52.9% standalone houses and 47.1% alternative dwellings such as townhouses, apartments, and other structures, compared to 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings across metropolitan Brisbane. Home ownership in Enoggera was lower than the Brisbane metro average at 18.1%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (30.3%) or rented (51.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,000 was higher than the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was $360, compared to $380 for metropolitan Brisbane.
On a national level, Enoggera's mortgage payments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents remain below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Enoggera counted 3,512 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,865 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 32% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the majority at 62.1% of all households, consisting of couples with children (26.2%), couples without children (23.7%), and single-parent households (10.6%). Non-family households account for the remaining 37.9%, made up of single-person households at 32.4% and group households at 5.6%. The median household size is 2.3 individuals, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
42.3% of adults in Enoggera hold a university qualification, including 28.5% with a bachelor degree and 9.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 96% of areas nationally. A further 17.6% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,557 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,135 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The level of education in Enoggera is considerably higher than regional and national averages, with 42.3% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% in QLD and 30.4% across Australia. This educational profile leaves the suburb well-positioned for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 28.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.4% and graduate diplomas at 4.4%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also common, with 28.5% of residents aged 15 and over holding credentials in these fields, including advanced diplomas at 10.9% and certificates at 17.6%.
Participation in education is high in Enoggera, with 31.4% of the population enrolled in an educational program. This includes 9.5% of residents in university or higher education, 9.3% in primary school, and 6.5% attending secondary school.
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Public transport in Enoggera reaches 45 stops on 34 routes, timetabled for about 4,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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 local transit shows 45 active public transport stops in Enoggera, including both bus and rail options. These stops service 34 unique routes, which together provide 3,998 weekly passenger trips. Public transport access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 197 meters from the nearest stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, the majority of workers travel outside the area for employment, with cars remaining the primary mode of transport at 67%, followed by trains at 13% and walking at 8%. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.1 cars per household, which is lower than the metropolitan average.
At the time of the 2021 Census, 24.2% of residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Across all transit routes, service frequency averages 571 trips per day, which translates to approximately 88 weekly trips for each individual stop.
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72.1% of residents in Enoggera report no long-term health condition. 4.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 68.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.0 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 indicators show favorable outcomes for the population of Enoggera, with AreaSearch's review of mortality rates and medical diagnoses indicating results that align closely with national averages. The prevalence of common illnesses is low in the general community, though it exceeds the national average among older, high-risk groups. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 69% of the population (6,836 people) holding cover, compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequently reported medical conditions in the suburb are mental health concerns and asthma, which affect 11.0% and 7.7% of residents, respectively.
A total of 72.1% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Health metrics for working-age residents are typical. Residents aged 65 and over make up 9.6% of the population (958 people), which is lower than the Greater Brisbane proportion of 15.1%. Health outcomes among older residents present some difficulties, ranking lower nationally than the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Enoggera is largely Australian-born, at 79.7% of residents, with 13.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (26.7%) and Australian (25.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Enoggera shows higher cultural diversity than the average location, with 20.3% of residents born outside Australia and 13.0% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 45.0% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of residents compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three most common heritages in Enoggera are English at 26.7%, Australian at 25.0%, and Irish at 11.2%. There are also distinct concentrations of certain European ancestries, with French background overrepresented at 0.7% (compared to 0.5% in the region), Polish at 0.8% (compared to 0.5%), and Spanish at 0.5% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Enoggera is 32, younger than 92% of areas nationally. 38.3% 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 Enoggera is 32 years, which is younger than the Greater Brisbane median of 36 and the national median of 38. Compared to the wider Brisbane area, Enoggera has a larger share of residents aged 25 to 34 (20.1%) but fewer residents aged 65 to 74 (5.2%). The concentration of residents aged 25 to 34 is also much higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 55 to 64 has increased from 7.9% to 9.2%, while the proportion of children aged 0 to 4 has decreased from 6.3% to 4.8%.
Demographic projections indicate that the suburb's age structure will change by 2041, with the 45 to 54 age bracket expected to grow by 323 people (27%) from 1,217 to 1,541, while the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 groups are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Enoggera
8 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 8 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. | ||
| 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 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2025. | ||
| 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 — 93 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,042 at the 2021 Census → 9,951 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 (304041098). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.