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SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb/locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
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Hamilton (Qld) has an estimated 7,410 residents, up from 6,768 at the 2021 Census — a change of 642 people, or 9.5%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years. 143 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 4,518 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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As of May 2026, the population of Hamilton is evaluated at approximately 7,410. This indicates an expansion of 642 residents (9.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,768 people. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 7,408 and 143 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. Such a population level translates to 4,518 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top 10% of areas nationwide evaluated by AreaSearch and highlighting local land as a premium resource. The 9.5% growth rate since the 2021 census outpaced the national figure of 9.3%, positioning the area as a regional growth leader.
Overseas migration was the primary contributor to these population gains, functioning as the sole driver in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 base year are utilized for each SA2. For SA2 areas where this data is unavailable, or for periods after 2032, Queensland Government projections from 2023 based on 2021 data are used. Because these state-level projections lack age breakdown details, AreaSearch allocates growth weightings across age groups using the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which use a 2022 base year. Future demographic trends point to a population gain that is slightly below the national median, with an estimated rise of 698 people by 2041 based on recent annual ERP statistics, representing a 9.4% increase over the 16 years.
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54 new dwellings have been approved in Hamilton (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 10 a year. That is 1.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 6, 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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Residential approvals in Hamilton run at approximately 10 new homes per year, with 54 homes approved during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 6 registered so far in FY-26. Because there are about 10 new residents for every home constructed during the FY-21 to FY-25 period, demand heavily outstrips supply, typically escalating local prices and buyer rivalry, while new homes average $1,251,000 in construction value, indicating that developers are focusing on upmarket, premium properties. Furthermore, commercial development approvals total $5.0 million for this financial year, showing a quiet commercial development sector.
Hamilton exhibits minimal development volume relative to Greater Brisbane, tracking 78.0% below the regional per capita average. This restricted pipeline generally assists in maintaining demand and supporting values for pre-existing houses. The rate is also below the national average, suggesting a mature market or potential geographical limits. New building permits consist of 78.0% detached houses and 22.0% multi-dwelling units or townhouses, preserving the traditional suburban atmosphere focused on spacious family living. Detached options represent a larger share of new projects than the existing mix (28.0% at the Census), highlighting persistent demand for single-family residences despite density trends. With 1226 people for each residential approval, the local market exhibits high maturity. Projections indicate Hamilton will gain 696 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If building rates do not accelerate, residential supply is unlikely to match this population growth, which may heighten buyer competition and reinforce upward pressure on home prices.
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 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Hamilton (Qld), worth an estimated $1.34 billion. A further 159 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $66.5 billion. 42 are already under construction and 66 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. 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 major works are critical drivers of neighborhood performance. AreaSearch has tracked 24 projects that are likely to influence the local area. Key developments include The Gallery, the Oriel Park Masterplan (Mirvac), the Northshore Hamilton Social and Affordable Housing project, and The Windermere, with details provided below for the most significant works.
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The Cullen Hamilton
$140 million premium 23-level mixed-use tower with 100-124 apartments and hotel component by Limitless. Named after engineer Ernest Alexander Cullen who made Hamilton Brisbane's prime port facility. Features resort-style amenities including 20m pool, spa, sauna, gym, rooftop library, kitchen and lounge. Designed by Plus Architecture with sustainability features, 500sqm ground floor retail, two penthouses and 28 sub-penthouses.
Hamilton Grove
Three-tower mixed-use development by Wentworth Equities. Formerly known as Platinum or Icon, the $1 billion Hamilton Grove project has commenced early construction works with Mainland Civil. The precinct features towers up to 30 storeys, incorporating 433 residential apartments, a premium hotel, and retail and commercial space inspired by The Grove in Los Angeles. It is situated on a 7,637sqm site within the Northshore Hamilton Priority Development Area.
The Gallery
A mixed-use precinct featuring 37 luxury apartments (2, 3 & 4 bedroom residences) across four residential storeys, with approximately 1,380 square metres of ground-floor retail/food tenancies, and an 800 sqm rooftop communal retreat including a pool. Designed by Bureau^Proberts to revitalise Racecourse Road, the development will occupy a 3,614 sqm site and is Graya's first multi-residential project in Hamilton.
Teneriffe Banks
Teneriffe Banks is a $1.5 billion riverfront mixed-use precinct by Kokoda Property on a 17,612 sqm former industrial site in Teneriffe. The precinct is planned to include 212 luxury residences across four architecturally distinct residential buildings, Brisbane's first Kimpton Hotel, extensive retail, hospitality and wellness amenities, boutique laneways, more than 10,000 sqm of landscaped grounds and gardens, and a revitalised riverfront. Versatile Construction has been appointed as builder, with construction scheduled to commence in December 2025 and staged delivery from 2028.
Riverside Green - Bulimba Creek Parkland Enhancement
Brisbane City Council is delivering enhancements along the Bulimba Creek corridor focused on upgraded shared pathways, improved stormwater treatment, native vegetation restoration, renewed recreation spaces and improved community access to strengthen the ecological health and recreational value of the creek corridor. Works form part of Council's ongoing suburban parks improvement program with completion targeted during 2026.
The Hamilton - Sutherland Residences
Premium residential development featuring luxury apartments with river and city views. High-end finishes and resort-style amenities including pool, gym, and rooftop terrace. Located in the heart of Hamilton's prestigious riverside precinct.
Breakfast Creek Hotel Revitalisation
Multi-stage revitalisation of the heritage-listed Breakfast Creek Hotel including refurbishment of the Spanish Garden Steakhouse, new dining facilities, hospitality upgrades and future accommodation and function improvements while retaining the hotel's heritage significance. Initial construction works commenced during 2025 following the first stage refurbishment.
Duet Portside - 11-23 MacArthur Avenue
Red & Co's $800 million two-tower Duet Portside development at Northshore Hamilton, acquired from Brookfield Asset Management in April 2026. Stage one, Duet Porta, is a 25-storey tower delivering 200 premium residences across one, two and three-bedroom configurations, with builder 5Point appointed and completion targeted Q2 2028. Stage two will follow on the same 7,401sqm site. Designed by Fender Katsalidis, the development transitioned from Brookfield's original build-to-rent model to a for-sale apartment project. Amenities include wellness facilities, spa, sauna, games rooms, theatre rooms, billiards room and a rooftop pool on a podium.
4,721 residents of Hamilton (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 4,981. Unemployment sits at 5.2%, with participation at 74.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,312, about 85% 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 qualified, featuring a strong concentration of professional services, a jobless rate of 5.2%, and an estimated 1.1% increase in employment over the preceding year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,721, while the unemployment rate sat 0.9% higher than the Greater Brisbane rate of 4.3%. Workforce participation is healthy at 74.2% compared to the regional average of 70.4%. Census records show a substantial 26.9% of local workers operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions. The major employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade.
The locality shows a distinct concentration in professional & technical services, employing residents at 1.5 times the regional average rate. Conversely, education & training is less represented locally at 6.7% compared to the regional benchmark of 9.4%. Comparing the Census counts of working residents and local jobs suggests this primarily residential suburb offers few employment opportunities within its own borders. AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics reveals that over the 12-month period, local employment grew by 1.1% while the labor force expanded by 2.4%, raising the unemployment rate by 1.2 percentage points. Meanwhile, Greater Brisbane recorded a 3.2% rise in employment and a 3.4% rise in the labor force, resulting in a minor 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide context for local trends. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future demand. Across Australia, total employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by industry. Mapping these sector-specific forecasts to the local workforce composition projects a local employment increase of 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for illustration that does not incorporate localized population shifts.
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Median household income in Hamilton (Qld) is $2,061 a week (about $107,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,198 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $70,261 a year against an average of $133,268. The average runs 90% 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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Based on AreaSearch's compilation of postcode-level ATO data from the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Hamilton SA2 recorded a median income of $70,261 and an average income of $133,268. These figures are exceptionally high on a national scale and compare to Greater Brisbane benchmarks of $58,236 and $72,799. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median income of $78,243 and an average of $148,407 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed individual weekly earnings at the 91st percentile nationally ($1,198).
Looking at income distribution, the largest cohort accounts for 31.9% of local taxpayers (2,363 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the wider metropolitan trend where 33.3% fall into this bracket. Economic capacity is underlined by 33.2% of households earning more than $3,000 weekly, which underpins local retail spending. High housing expenses consume 16.3% of earnings, yet strong wages preserve disposable income at the 68th percentile, and the local SEIFA ranking for income places it in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Hamilton (Qld) had 3,066 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 28% detached houses and 62% apartments. 24% are owned with a mortgage, 51% rented and 25% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $420 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month, a total housing cost higher than 78% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.4% 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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The housing stock in Hamilton at the last Census consisted of 28.2% detached houses and 71.8% alternative dwellings, such as semi-detached homes and apartments, contrasting with the Brisbane metro split of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in the suburb stood at 24.6%, slightly below the Brisbane metro benchmark, with the remaining residences being purchasing with a mortgage (24.1%) or rented (51.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 was considerably higher than the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was $420 compared to the metropolitan average of $380.
Compared nationally, Hamilton's mortgage payments are significantly higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are well above the countrywide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Hamilton (Qld) counted 3,066 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,357 today, averaging 2.0 people each. 16% are couples with children, fewer than in 93% of areas nationally, against 30% couples without children. 41% 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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Families make up 53.5% of households, consisting of couples with children at 16.3%, couples without children at 29.8%, and single parents at 5.9%. Non-family households represent the remaining 46.5%, consisting of single-person households at 41.1% and group share houses at 5.3%. The median household size is 2.0 persons, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
45.6% of adults in Hamilton (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 31.4% with a bachelor degree and 10.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 75% of areas nationally. A further 14.9% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 222 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,068 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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Hamilton residents demonstrate educational qualifications well above broader averages, with 45.6% of those aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% across QLD and 30.4% nationally. This high level of education aligns the local workforce with professional services. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 31.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 10.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.7%. Technical qualifications are also common, with 26.1% of residents aged 15 and over possessing vocational training, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.2% and certificates at 14.9%. Enrolment rates in education are substantial, with 26.1% of the population currently engaged in study.
This includes 9.3% attending tertiary institutions, 6.0% in high school, and 5.2% in primary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Hamilton (Qld) reaches 20 stops on 34 routes, timetabled for about 2,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 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 local transit shows 20 active transport stops operating in Hamilton, offering a combination of ferry, train, and bus options. These stops are served by 34 distinct routes that provide a total of 2,411 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 185 meters from their nearest stop. Because it is a residential area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel at 78%, followed by buses at 8% and walking at 4%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.0 per household, which is below the metropolitan average.
A significant 26.9% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions. Services average 344 trips per day across all active routes, which represents approximately 120 weekly journeys for each individual transit stop.
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72.1% of residents in Hamilton (Qld) report no long-term health condition. 4.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 81.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.5 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 profiles in Hamilton are favorable, with AreaSearch identifying low rates of common illnesses and mortality across both younger and older demographics. Furthermore, the rate of private medical insurance is exceptionally high at roughly 82% of the population (6,039 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequent health diagnoses among residents are mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 8.2% and 6.8% of the population respectively, while 72.1% reported having no chronic health issues, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. The working-age cohort is characterized by good health and low rates of long-term illness.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.3% of the community (1,430 people), which is higher than the Greater Brisbane share of 15.1%. The health status of these senior residents is strong, with national indicators reflecting those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
30.7% of Hamilton (Qld) residents were born overseas and 17.5% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (26.5%) and Australian (19.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Hamilton is higher than in most local areas, with 17.5% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 30.7% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 53.8% of residents. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of local residents compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane. Regarding family heritage, the three most common ancestries in Hamilton are English at 26.5%, Australian at 19.7%, and Irish at 11.4%. There are also notable concentrations of other ethnic background heritages: French ancestry represents 0.8% of Hamilton (compared to 0.5% regionally), Spanish accounts for 0.7% (compared to 0.4%), and Korean makes up 0.7% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Hamilton (Qld) is 42. 29.6% 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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Hamilton's median age of 42 years is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and the national median of 38. The 55 - 64 age group is particularly prominent at 14.1% of the local population compared to the metropolitan average, while children aged 5 - 14 are less represented at 6.3%. Since the 2021 Census, the 55 to 64 cohort expanded from 13.4% to 14.1%, whereas the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 15.0% to 14.3%. Demographic projections indicate the age structure will change by 2041. The 85+ cohort is expected to grow the fastest at 114%, adding 261 residents to reach 491.
This aging trend is highlighted by residents aged 65 and older accounting for 68% of the total projected growth. Conversely, population declines are forecast for the 5 to 14 and 15 to 24 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Hamilton (Qld)
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
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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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 6 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 May 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 — 143 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,768 at the 2021 Census → 7,410 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 (305031124). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.