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Hillcrest has an estimated 10,101 residents, up from 8,832 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,269 people, or 14.4%. Growth has averaged 2.4% a year over five years, faster than 83% of areas nationally. 271 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 41.5% of that increase. That puts 1,077 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Hillcrest's population is around 10,101 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 1,269 people (14.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,832 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 10,043 from the ABS as of June 2025 and an additional 271 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,076 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Hillcrest's 14.4% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.3%), along with the state, marking it as a growth leader in the region.
Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed approximately 41.5% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including overseas migration and natural growth were positive factors. ABS and Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024, utilizing 2022 as the baseline, are utilized for each SA2 region. For locations lacking this coverage, alongside any periods after 2032, Queensland State Government SA2 projections from 2023 (relying on 2021 records) are implemented. These state-level outlooks omit age group breakdowns; consequently, age cohort growth is weighted proportionally by applying 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (anchored to 2022 statistics). Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, population expansion is expected to exceed the national statistical area median, with the locality projected to add 1,752 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP, translating to a 16.8% overall rise across the 16 years.
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435 new dwellings have been approved in Hillcrest over the past five years, an average of 87 a year. That places the area in the 81st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 9 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 55 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 64% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 32, 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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The locality averages approximately 87 residential building approvals annually, representing 435 total dwellings over the previous 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 30 approvals have been documented. An average of 2.5 people relocated to the district for every newly built residence over the past 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25), demonstrating strong demand that supports local property values. Newly constructed homes average an estimated cost of $201,000, which sits below regional averages and points to more budget-friendly housing choices for buyers. Commercial approvals for this financial year stand at $1.9 million, indicating that development activity is heavily weighted toward residential projects.
Construction volume per capita in Hillcrest is approximately 57% of the level recorded across Greater Brisbane, placing the locality in the 69th percentile of all examined areas nationwide. Of recent building approvals, 64.0% consist of detached houses while 36.0% are attached dwellings, showing a growing diversity of attached housing formats that offer options across different price points, ranging from large family spaces to compact units. This marks a clear departure from the current housing mix (where standalone houses account for 87.0%), pointing to a decreasing supply of vacant development land, shifting lifestyle preferences, and a demand for more varied, lower-cost housing alternatives. Reflecting the profile of a developing growth corridor, the area registers about 203 people for each residential approval. Based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch, demographic projections show Hillcrest gaining 1,694 residents by 2041. Provided current construction volumes persist, the incoming supply of residential dwellings should easily accommodate this growth, ensuring favorable conditions for home buyers and potentially enabling population gains to outpace current projections.
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AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Hillcrest, worth an estimated $259 million. A further 87 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $19.5 billion. 34 are already under construction and 30 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and urban planning changes have a significant influence on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 14 projects expected to affect the area, with the most relevant including Ember by Azure (previously the Augusta Parkway Estate Expansion), The Avenues at Browns Plains, Logan Metro Sports Park, and the Loganlea Station Relocation Project.
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Loganlea Station and Park 'n' Ride Relocation
Joint Australian and Queensland Government project to relocate Loganlea station about 500m south opposite Logan Hospital and upgrade the park 'n' ride. The new station will improve access to Logan Hospital, Loganlea TAFE and Loganlea State High School, with ramps, stairs, lifts, a pedestrian overpass, raised platforms, lighting, CCTV, real-time passenger information, bus stops, kiss 'n' ride, bicycle parking and provision for future Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail expansion. Major construction is underway and completion is targeted for 2027, subject to conditions.
Ember by Azure
A residential development by Azure comprising 74 three and four-bedroom terrace homes. The gated community features communal amenities known as AClub, including a 20-metre wet-edge pool, a kids splash pool, sun lounges, and shaded cabanas. The development is located in Augustine Heights, part of the Greater Springfield growth corridor, and is being built by Azure Build.
Logan Metro Sports Park
Redeveloped and expanded sports facility in Browns Plains featuring four new rectangular sports fields, two clubhouses, training base for Brisbane Roar A-League team, and home ground for Football Brisbane. Includes full-size football pitch, change rooms, medical facilities, and spectator areas.
Boronia Estate, 71-75 Short Street
Boronia Estate at 71-75 Short Street, Boronia Heights is a small infill subdivision approved by Logan City Council as a reconfiguring of one lot into 19 lots with dual occupancy (auxiliary unit) building envelopes (ref COM/46/2018 and related operational works OW-24/2020). The project is being marketed as Boronia Estate, a collection of 17 premium house and land lots in a co-living focused estate close to local schools, shops and health services. Land registration occurred in 2021 and house and land packages are being delivered by Skyhold Property with Gallery Homes as the primary builder, meaning civil works are complete and home construction is underway or progressing toward completion across the estate.
Grand Plaza Shopping Centre Amenities Refurbishment
Internal upgrade program at Grand Plaza, the regional shopping centre at Browns Plains in Logan. The current scope, lodged with Logan City Council in May 2025 (reference PDCOM/1509/2025), covers a commercial amenities refurbishment refreshing customer washrooms and supporting facilities. The works form part of an ongoing centre renewal program led by co-owners Vicinity Centres and EG Funds Management, building on the recently completed food court refurbishment which introduced new ceramic and timber finishes, additional seating and a kids play zone.A steady stream of specialty store fitouts is also progressing through 2025 and 2026 (including Pandora, Essential Beauty and Sunshine Kitchen), reflecting active tenancy reconfiguration across the centre. Grand Plaza spans around 53,000 square metres of gross lettable area and is anchored by Big W, Kmart, Target, Coles, Woolworths, Aldi and Event Cinemas. The centre has previously trialled rooftop drone deliveries with Wing.
Mount Lindesay Highway - Green Road / Coronation Road Interchange Upgrade
Planning for a major interchange upgrade to provide a grade-separated interchange at the intersection of Mount Lindesay Highway, Green Road, and Coronation Road. The project is part of the Mount Lindesay Highway 10 Year Forward Plan (2018-2028) aimed at increasing capacity, improving travel times, and enhancing safety.
Logan Plan
The Logan Plan is a comprehensive city-wide planning scheme establishing the strategic framework for land use, housing diversity, and infrastructure in Logan through to 2046. Following the receipt of over 4,000 community submissions in late 2025, Council is currently in a significant refinement phase. Key focus areas for 2026 include an independent review of the Logan and Albert Rivers Flood Study and updating risk-based flood mapping policies. The updated plan is scheduled for legal review and submission to the Queensland Government for a second State interest check by December 2026.
Browns Plains Central
Browns Plains Central is a major mixed-use urban renewal project located opposite Grand Plaza. The masterplanned community is designed to deliver approximately 1200 apartments and townhouses integrated with retail and commercial spaces. The development aligns with the Browns Plains Local Plan to transform the site into a high-density urban hub, fostering local employment and residential growth within the Logan City Council region.
5,360 residents of Hillcrest are employed, from a labour force of 5,576. Unemployment sits at 3.9%, with participation at 70.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 8,676, about 86% 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 characterized by strong representation in industrial and manufacturing fields, alongside a low unemployment rate of 3.9%. Employment figures show 5,360 working residents as of March 2026, with the unemployment rate sitting 0.5% lower than the 4.3% recorded in Greater Brisbane. Workforce participation matches the Greater Brisbane level of 70.4%. According to Census records, a modest 11.7% of the employed population worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic-related restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.
A significant concentration is observed in manufacturing, where employment is 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, making up 3.9% of local employment compared to the regional average of 8.9%. Comparing the Census count of local jobs to the resident workforce indicates that this residential area offers limited local employment opportunities. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that in the year leading up to March 2026, the local workforce shrank by 2.6% while total employment fell by 3.2%, leading to a 0.6 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. This trend diverges from Greater Brisbane, which saw a 3.2% rise in employment, a 3.4% expansion of the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional context on potential employment trends in Hillcrest over five and ten-year horizons, mapped against local industry distributions. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with substantial variation across industries. Weighting these national sectoral trends against the local employment mix suggests Hillcrest's workforce could expand by 6.0% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, representing a basic proportional extrapolation that does not incorporate local population projections.
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Median household income in Hillcrest is $1,764 a week (about $92,000 a year), with median personal income at $795 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,742 a year against an average of $59,673. 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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Postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year shows Hillcrest SA2 has a median taxpayer income of $53,742 and an average of $59,673. These figures fall below national benchmarks, contrasting with a median of $58,236 and an average of $72,799 in Greater Brisbane. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated figures of approximately $59,847 for the median and $66,452 for the average as of March 2026. Census statistics show household, family, and individual incomes are modest, sitting between the 48th and 51st percentiles.
The largest income bracket contains 37.4% of households earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (representing 3,777 residents), which is consistent with the wider region where this group makes up 33.3%. High housing costs absorb 15.6% of household income, yet solid earnings help maintain disposable income at the 52nd percentile, while the SEIFA index places the area in the 4th decile for income.
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Hillcrest had 2,937 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 87% detached houses and 2% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 31% rented and 25% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,647 a month. Rent absorbs 19.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the last Census, the housing mix in Hillcrest consisted of 86.6% detached houses and 13.4% alternative dwelling structures (including townhouses, semi-detached properties, and apartments), compared to Brisbane metro's breakdown of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership rates in Hillcrest matched the Brisbane metro level at 25.4%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (43.8%) or occupied by renters (30.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,647 was significantly below the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, and the median weekly rent of $350 was also lower than the metropolitan figure of $380.
On a national scale, Hillcrest's housing costs are lower than the Australian averages of $1,863 for mortgages and $375 for weekly rent.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Hillcrest counted 2,937 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,359 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 38% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 18% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units represent the vast majority of households at 78.0%, consisting of couples with children at 38.1%, couples without children at 24.5%, and single parent households at 14.0%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 22.0%, with single person households representing 18.3% and group households making up 3.5%. The average household size of 2.8 individuals is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
18.6% of adults in Hillcrest hold a university qualification, including 13.5% with a bachelor degree and 3.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.8% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Educational attainment in the area lags behind metropolitan averages, with 18.6% of residents holding university degrees compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane. This presents opportunities for targeted education programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 13.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.6%. Technical and vocational qualifications are highly represented, with 39.9% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (28.8%). Enrolment rates in education are high, with 29.3% of the population participating in formal study. This student cohort includes 11.2% in primary schools, 8.0% in secondary institutions, and 4.2% enrolled in higher education programs.
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Public transport in Hillcrest reaches 25 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 1,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 430 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 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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Public transport services in the locality feature 25 active bus stops serviced by 7 routes, which provide 1,027 passenger trips per week. General accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 433 meters from the nearest stop. The neighborhood is mostly residential, resulting in high levels of outward commuting, with cars being the primary mode of travel for 92% of workers. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.8 cars per household, exceeding the regional average. A low 11.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data collected during pandemic conditions.
Transit services run an average of 146 runs daily across all active routes, which averages out to approximately 41 weekly trips per transit stop.
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69.8% of residents in Hillcrest report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 86% of areas nationally. 6.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 8.0 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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Analysis of mortality statistics and chronic health conditions indicates notable healthcare challenges in Hillcrest, with common illnesses affecting both younger and older cohorts, alongside a low rate of private health insurance coverage at approximately 49% of the population (~4,939 people). This coverage rate is lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 55.8% and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most prevalent health issues, affecting 8.7 and 8.4% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 69.8% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, which is comparable to the 69.2% rate in Greater Brisbane.
Health outcomes among working-age individuals are typical. Residents aged 65 and older make up 13.2% of the local population (1,334 people), compared to 15.1% across Greater Brisbane. Senior health outcomes present some difficulties, with national indicators for this group aligning generally with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
31.8% of Hillcrest residents were born overseas and 22.2% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (24.5%) and Australian (22.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Hillcrest is higher than in most comparable areas, with 22.2% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 31.8% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 47.3% of the population. The most significant statistical variance is observed in the Other religious category, which represents 2.6% of residents, compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane. Regarding parental country of birth, the main ancestries reported are English at 24.5%, Australian at 22.7%, and Other at 10.8%. There are also specific ethnic groups that show higher representation relative to regional averages: Maori residents make up 2.2% of the population (compared to 1.1% regionally), Samoan residents account for 1.3% (compared to 0.9%), and New Zealand born residents make up 1.2% (compared to 1.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Hillcrest is 35, younger than 79% of areas nationally. 27.3% 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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Hillcrest's median age of 35 years is close to the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and slightly below the national median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, the area has a larger proportion of residents in the 55 - 64 age bracket (12.4%) but fewer people aged 25 - 34 (13.1%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 13.7% to 14.7%, and the 75 to 84 cohort has risen from 3.2% to 4.2%, while the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 12.6% to 11.7%.
Population projections for 2041 point to shifts in the local age profile, with the 45 to 54 bracket expected to grow by 33%, adding 395 residents to reach a total of 1,577, while the 0 to 4 age group is projected to decline by 4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Hillcrest
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 3 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 271 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,832 at the 2021 Census → 10,101 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 (311031316). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.