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Fig Tree Pocket has an estimated 4,635 residents, up from 4,345 at the 2021 Census — a change of 290 people, or 6.7%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 77.1% of that increase. That puts 1,083 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 population of Fig Tree Pocket stands at approximately 4,635 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 290 people (6.7%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,345 people. The calculation is based on the ABS estimated resident population of 4,632 from June 2025 combined with 20 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level results in a density of 1,082 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical figures across surveyed areas. The 6.7% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 region (5.5%), establishing the locality as a leading growth zone.
Overseas migration was the primary driver of these gains, accounting for roughly 77.1% of the population increase in recent times, though natural increase and interstate migration also made positive contributions. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized for each SA2 region. For locations lacking this coverage, and for any years after 2032, projections from the Queensland Government issued in 2023 using 2021 data are applied. Because the state-level figures do not specify age cohorts, AreaSearch distributes growth across age brackets using weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections with a 2022 baseline. Looking ahead, demographic trends suggest population growth will remain slightly under the national median, with the community projected to add 449 residents by 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP statistics, representing a 16-year increase of 9.6%.
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84 new dwellings have been approved in Fig Tree Pocket over the past five years, an average of 16 a year. That is 3.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 7, 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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Around 16 residential properties receive building approval annually in Fig Tree Pocket, totaling 84 dwellings over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 7 during FY-26 so far. Over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), each new dwelling was accompanied by an average increase of 2.5 new residents, indicating steady demand that supports local housing values. Newly constructed dwellings carry an average value of $639,000, indicating that developers are focusing on the higher-end premium market. Fig Tree Pocket shows slightly elevated development activity compared to Greater Brisbane, running 22.0% above the regional per capita average over the 5 year period, which provides options for buyers while supporting local real estate values, even though construction has slowed recently.
Furthermore, all recent building approvals consist of detached houses, preserving the classic suburban feel and catering to families looking for space. With approximately 424 people for each dwelling approval, the local market is mature. Forecasts indicate that the population of Fig Tree Pocket will expand by 446 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Current building trends suggest that new housing completions will easily accommodate this demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially supporting population growth 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 one current infrastructure or development project inside Fig Tree Pocket, worth an estimated $7.85 billion. A further 69 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $31.3 billion. 19 are already under construction and 20 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and health & medical. 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 choices, and new developments significantly influence residential market trends. AreaSearch has identified 9 projects that are expected to impact the local area. Key developments include the Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre Entertainment Precinct, Cross River Rail - Corinda Station, the Centenary Motorway Bypass, and the Sinnamon Village Precinct Expansion, with the details of the most significant initiatives listed below.
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Verandah Estate
Newest residential estate in Seventeen Mile Rocks featuring contemporary homes on large blocks (875sqm+) surrounded by trees and nature. Estate includes building covenants ensuring homes are designed in harmony with natural environment. Features permanent ridge top reserve and bushwalking tracks to Rocks Riverside Park.
Oxley Stormwater Management System
Comprehensive stormwater management system integrated into the Songbird Oxley development. The project features a 25m wide overland flow channel, bio-retention and detention basins, and water quality treatment facilities designed to manage 1% AEP flood events. Civil works, including the drainage network and waterway corridor planting, are being delivered by Shadforth Civil as part of the Stage 2 infrastructure package.
Oxley Conservation and Bushland Rehabilitation
Environmental rehabilitation project within the Oxley Priority Development Area delivering approximately 3 hectares of restored conservation land. Works include hillside stabilisation, native vegetation restoration, new walking tracks and trails, erosion control and wildlife corridor connections to surrounding bushland as part of the wider EDQ masterplanned community.
Songbird Terraces, Oxley
Songbird Terraces is the final residential precinct within the Songbird Oxley master plan, featuring a collection of 34 bespoke 3 and 4 bedroom townhouses. The project offers luxury amenities, including a heated swimming pool, landscaped gardens, and a cafe, creating a tranquil and connected village lifestyle in Oxley.
Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre Entertainment Precinct
Cinema, dining and entertainment precinct extension to Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre including 6-storey building with cinema, community use and retail tenancies. Features additional gross floor area including multi-screen cinema, gym, dining and entertainment precinct, and rebuilt community centre. Designed by Blight Raynor.
The Priory - Indooroopilly
Luxury boutique development of 13 bespoke apartments featuring river views, double glazing, real timber herringbone flooring, and premium finishes. Amenities include heated magnesium pool and spa, steam room, residents' gym, and outdoor entertaining spaces. Developed by Pitman Properties with 40+ years experience.
Oxley Creek Transformation
A $100 million, 20-year initiative to revitalize a 20km corridor into a green lifestyle destination. Recent 2026 updates include the commencement of the first stage of Graceville Riverside Parklands, featuring playground upgrades, new picnic facilities, and an event-ready community lawn. The Archerfield Wetlands Northern Ponds Habitat Transformation is also progressing with extensive revegetation. The project integrates environmental restoration with flood-resilient infrastructure, including the 20km Greenway trail and the Wetlands Community Hub.
Seventeen Mile Rocks Road Infrastructure Upgrade
Infrastructure improvements along Seventeen Mile Rocks Road to support the Songbird Oxley residential development and Oxley Priority Development Area (PDA). Works include road widening, excavation, and intersection management at the entry points of the 19-hectare precinct to accommodate increased traffic volumes from approximately 70 new residential lots and community facilities.
2,451 residents of Fig Tree Pocket are employed, from a labour force of 2,495. Unemployment sits at 1.8%, with participation at 67.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,834, about 83% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is highly educated with professional services heavily represented, and the unemployment rate is extremely low at 1.8%. As of March 2026, there are 2,451 working residents. The unemployment rate sits 2.6% below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, while workforce participation is somewhat lower than the wider region, recording 67.5% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane. Census data indicates that a high proportion of employed residents (36.9%) worked from home, though this may reflect pandemic-related restrictions. Resident employment is primarily clustered in health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training.
The suburb has a notable concentration in professional & technical fields, with employment in this sector reaching 1.9 times the regional average. Conversely, construction is underrepresented, accounting for 5.4% of the workforce compared to the regional average of 9.0%. Given the comparison between the local working population and resident population from Census data, this residential neighborhood offers limited commercial employment opportunities within its borders. Analysis of SALM and ABS data by AreaSearch shows that during the 12 months leading to March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 2.5% while total employment also fell by 2.5%, keeping the overall unemployment rate steady. During the same timeframe, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.2% and labor force growth of 3.4%, resulting in a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. Employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on future staffing needs in Fig Tree Pocket. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future trends. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sector growth rates vary. Projecting these industry trends onto the employment profile of Fig Tree Pocket suggests local employment could expand by 7.5% over five years and 15.2% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Fig Tree Pocket is $3,791 a week (about $197,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,205 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $78,617 a year against an average of $122,289. The average runs 56% 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 released for the 2023 financial year, the median income for taxpayers in the Fig Tree Pocket SA2 is $78,617, with an average income of $122,289. These statistics are exceptionally high on a national scale, comparing to a median of $58,236 and an average of $72,799 in Greater Brisbane. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current figures are estimated at roughly $87,548 for the median and $136,181 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census confirms that household, family, and personal incomes in Fig Tree Pocket are situated in the upper tier nationally, placing between the 91st and 99th percentiles.
The largest income bracket contains 47.8% of residents, who earn $4000+ weekly (2,215 residents), whereas the dominant cohort in the broader metropolitan area is the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket at 33.3%. This large share of high earners (59.4% above $3,000/week) demonstrates substantial financial capacity within the suburb. Residents retain 89.7% of their income after housing costs, showing strong disposable income, and the suburb is positioned in the 10th decile on the SEIFA index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Fig Tree Pocket had 1,351 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 1% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 14% rented and 42% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $590 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,033 a month, a total housing cost higher than 90% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 15.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 18.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Fig Tree Pocket is dominated by houses at 99.4% of all properties, with other options like townhouses, apartments, and alternative structures making up just 0.6%. This contrasts with metropolitan Brisbane, which consists of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Fig Tree Pocket is significantly higher than the Brisbane metro average at 42.2%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (44.2%) or rented (13.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $3,033 is well above the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, and the median weekly rent of $590 also exceeds the metropolitan average of $380.
Nationally, Fig Tree Pocket's mortgage payments are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents are well above the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Fig Tree Pocket counted 1,351 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,441 today, averaging 3.2 people each. 56% are couples with children, more than in 97% of areas nationally, against 24% couples without children. 9% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 88.4%, consisting of couples with children at 55.8%, couples without children at 23.7%, and single parent families at 8.0%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 11.6%, consisting of lone person households at 9.4% and group households at 2.4%. The median household size is 3.2 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
56.4% of adults in Fig Tree Pocket hold a university qualification, including 33.8% with a bachelor degree and 18.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 95% of areas nationally. A further 8.5% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 870 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,127 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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Academic achievement in Fig Tree Pocket is high compared to broader averages, with 56.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% across QLD and 30.4% nationwide. This educational profile positions the suburb well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 33.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees (18.4%) and graduate diplomas (4.2%). Vocational training is held by 18.3% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.8%) and certificates (8.5%). Enrolment rates are high, with 37.3% of the population currently engaged in formal studies.
This group comprises 12.7% in primary school, 11.7% in high school, and 8.6% in tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Fig Tree Pocket reaches 25 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 820 services a week. The typical home sits about 260 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.9 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 that Fig Tree Pocket is served by 25 active bus stops operating across 9 distinct routes, which combine to deliver 824 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transport is good, with residents living an average of 260 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute to other areas. Private vehicles remain the primary mode of travel at 86%, followed by 6% using trains and 3% cycling. Vehicle ownership averages 1.9 cars per household, which is higher than the regional average.
A high proportion of residents work from home, recorded at 36.9% in the 2021 Census, which may reflect conditions during the pandemic. Services average 117 trips per day across all local routes, which translates to approximately 32 weekly trips per bus stop.
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77.2% of residents in Fig Tree Pocket report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 91% of areas nationally. 3.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 78.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.1 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 excellent outcomes in Fig Tree Pocket based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic disease frequency, with low rates of common health issues across all demographics. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is exceptionally high, covering approximately 79% of the population (3,652 people), compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most common ailments, affecting 6.7 and 5.7% of residents, respectively. A high 77.2% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane.
Residents aged 65 and over account for 13.4% of the population (622 people), which is lower than the Greater Brisbane level of 15.1%. Health outcomes among older residents are strong, with national comparisons reflecting those of the general community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
34.1% of Fig Tree Pocket residents were born overseas and 17.3% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.6%) and Australian (20.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Fig Tree Pocket shows greater cultural diversity than many other suburban areas, with 17.3% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 34.1% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 49.8% of the population. Judaism shows a notable overrepresentation, accounting for 0.3% of residents compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane. English ancestry is the most common at 27.6% of the population, followed by Australian ancestry at 20.1% and Other ancestry at 9.1%. Certain minor backgrounds show higher representations than average, with South Australian at 2.0% (compared to 0.6% regionally), Welsh at 0.8% (compared to 0.5% regionally), and French at 0.7% (compared to 0.5% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Fig Tree Pocket is 41. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 22.2% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 41, Fig Tree Pocket has an older population profile than Greater Brisbane at 36, and is slightly older than the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb has a high concentration of residents aged 45 - 54 (18.9% locally compared to 12.0% nationally) and a lower proportion of people aged 25 - 34 (5.3%). Since 2021, the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 14.9% to 16.9%, and the 75 to 84 cohort grew from 3.8% to 4.9%. Conversely, the 35 to 44 cohort declined from 14.5% to 12.7%, and the 5 to 14 cohort fell from 18.2% to 16.5%.
Long-term forecasts suggest the age profile will change by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort projected to increase by 191 people (22%) from 878 to 1,070, while the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 age groups are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Fig Tree Pocket
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 — 20 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,345 at the 2021 Census → 4,635 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 (304021089). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.