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Inala - Richlands has an estimated 21,985 residents, up from 19,891 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,094 people, or 10.5%. Growth has averaged 1.6% a year over five years. 319 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 66.2% of that increase. That puts 2,023 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Inala - Richlands is estimated at 21,985 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,094 residents (10.5%) from the 19,891 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 21,884, supplemented by 319 validated new addresses registered after the Census. Consequently, the population density stands at 2,022 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical density found among nationwide regions analyzed by AreaSearch. The area's 10.5% growth rate since the 2021 census outperformed both the national benchmark (9.3%) and the surrounding SA3 region, positioning it as a regional growth leader.
The primary driver of these gains was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 66.2% of the total population increase in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using a 2022 baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. In cases where these figures are unavailable, or for timeframes extending past 2032, Queensland State Government SA2 projections from 2023 (utilizing 2021 data) are substituted. Because these state-level projections lack age breakdown details, AreaSearch allocates growth proportions across age cohorts using the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections based on 2022 data. Future demographic forecasts point to substantial growth that places the area within the top national quartile for population expansion. Based on the most recent annual ERP data, the population is projected to increase by 6,357 individuals by 2041, representing a total growth of 28.5% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
422 new dwellings have been approved in Inala - Richlands over the past five years, an average of 84 a year. That places the area in the 82nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 74 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 58% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 115, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Approximately 84 residential properties receive building approval annually in Inala - Richlands, totaling 422 approved dwellings over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 106 approvals recorded during FY-26 so far. With an average of 4 residents moving to the locality for every new home built between FY-21 and FY-25, construction rates are falling short of demand. This imbalance typically intensifies competition among buyers and creates upward pressure on pricing, even as newly built dwellings average a construction value of $260,000—a figure below regional averages that provides more accessible entry points for buyers.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $139.0 million in the current financial year, demonstrating robust development activity in the local business sector. Inala - Richlands maintains a residential construction rate per capita that aligns closely with Greater Brisbane, keeping local supply dynamics in harmony with the broader metropolitan area. Recent residential building activity consists of 58.0% detached houses and 42.0% semi-detached dwellings or apartments. This diverse housing mix offers varied price points ranging from traditional family homes to more affordable, compact layouts. This pattern represents a noticeable shift from the existing housing stock, where houses comprise 75.0% of properties, pointing to a decline in vacant residential land and adapting to shifting lifestyle choices and affordability constraints. The ratio of roughly 283 people per approved dwelling highlights an evolving local market. Looking forward, the population of Inala - Richlands is projected to grow by 6,256 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Should current construction volumes persist, housing supply may fail to meet the needs of the expanding population, potentially heightening competition among prospective buyers and driving stronger price appreciation.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 12 current infrastructure and development projects inside Inala - Richlands, worth an estimated $313 million. A further 70 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $14 billion. 23 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and retail. 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 development initiatives are primary drivers of regional growth. AreaSearch has tracked 30 projects expected to influence this locality. Prominent projects include the Proposed Coles Shopping Centre on Progress Road, the Inala Walking Network Plan, the Kane Constructions Social Housing development on Tallow Street in Inala, and the Blunder Road Residential Estate (Stage 2 & 3), with key details on the most significant works listed below.
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Inala Walking Network Plan
Brisbane City Council is preparing the Inala Walking Network Plan to identify primary and secondary walking routes within approximately 2 km of the Inala Plaza and bus station. Community consultation has concluded and Council is reviewing submissions before finalising the plan, which will guide future pedestrian infrastructure planning and investment subject to funding and city-wide priorities.
Progress Road Neighbourhood Shopping Centre
Proposed neighbourhood shopping centre anchored by a full-line Coles supermarket with approximately 18 specialty retail tenancies, food and service outlets, around 265 car parking spaces and associated access works. As of the latest publicly available information, the proposal remains in the planning phase with no confirmed construction commencement announced.
Kane Constructions Social Housing - Tallow Street, Inala
A 14-unit social housing development featuring one three-bedroom unit and thirteen one-bedroom units (comprising two Platinum units, nine Gold units, and two general units). Two-level building constructed with innovative hybrid concrete and cross-laminated timber construction, featuring on-grade parking and passenger lifts. Aimed at older Queenslanders and social housing tenants looking to downsize. Part of Queensland's Homes for Queenslanders Big Build program.
Former Masters Store Retail Centre Redevelopment
Transformation of existing Masters store into modern retail centre with four large tenancies, maintaining 12,170sqm GFA for retail and showroom uses.
Richlands Railway Station
Completed modern railway station serving the Springfield line of Queensland Rail Citytrain network. Features 650 car parking spaces in multi-storey car park, bus interchange with four bus stops, and state-of-the-art facilities serving as major transport hub for southwest Brisbane corridor. Provides important public transport connectivity for the Richlands and surrounding communities including Inala. Opened January 17, 2011 as the terminus station with full line services to Springfield commencing December 2013.
Archerfield Road, Azalea Street and Pine Road Intersection Upgrade - Inala
Brisbane City Council is upgrading the busy Archerfield Road, Azalea Street and Pine Road intersection in Inala, which carries nearly 22,000 vehicles per day and has been identified as a safety black spot. Works include new traffic signals, dedicated turning lanes, signalised pedestrian crossings and improved cycling connections. Community consultation sessions were held in October 2025 and a preliminary design was released in March 2026. Final design is expected mid-2026 with construction scheduled to commence early 2027 and complete by mid-2028.The Australian Government is contributing $3 million to the project.
Coin Tree Close Estate
A boutique residential land estate offering 11 prime blocks ranging from 360m2 to 541m2 for new home construction in an established community with access to schools, parks, and amenities.
Richlands Central
Multi-precinct retail and community hub delivered by Engage Group. The project comprises a 120-place Green Leaves Early Learning centre, a 700sqm Repco tenancy, a Total Tools large-format retail store, and a completed 1,200sqm showroom anchored by Anytime Fitness and Hip Pocket Workwear. All precincts are leased and the estate is sold out.
8,772 residents of Inala - Richlands are employed, from a labour force of 9,640. Unemployment sits at 9.0%, with participation at 57.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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Inala - Richlands possesses a skilled workforce characterized by strong representation in industrial and manufacturing sectors, with an unemployment rate of 9.0% and an estimated annual job growth rate of 12.8%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 8,772, while the unemployment rate sits 4.7% higher than the Greater Brisbane rate of 4.3%, indicating capacity for labor market improvement. Furthermore, the local participation rate of 57.4% is significantly lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 70.4%. Census records indicate that a modest 8.4% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns.
The major employment industries for local residents are health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. The locality shows a distinct industrial concentration in manufacturing, where the employment share is 2.2 times higher than the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for 4.5% of jobs compared to the regional benchmark of 8.9%. The comparison between the number of local jobs and the resident working population suggests this predominantly residential area offers limited local employment opportunities. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, employment rose by 12.8% over the 12-month period, while the overall labor force grew by 10.1%, leading to a 2.2 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Brisbane recorded a 3.2% increase in employment and a 3.4% rise in the labor force, resulting in a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide context for potential local employment trends. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future opportunities. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates of expansion vary considerably across different sectors. Applying these industry projections to the employment profile of Inala - Richlands estimates a local employment expansion of 5.6% over five years and 12.4% over ten years. This calculation is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Inala - Richlands is $1,172 a week (about $61,000 a year), with median personal income at $500 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $47,178 a year against an average of $52,829. 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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Aggregated postcode data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year indicates that the median taxpayer income in the Inala - Richlands SA2 is $47,178, with an average income of $52,829. These figures sit below the national average and contrast with Greater Brisbane's median of $58,236 and average of $72,799. Adjusting these figures for the 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year yields estimated values of approximately $52,537 for the median and $58,830 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places individual, family, and household incomes in Inala - Richlands within the 3rd to 11th percentiles nationwide.
The most common weekly income bracket is $800 - 1,499, which accounts for 29.7% of the population (6,529 residents), whereas the wider region sees its largest cohort of 33.3% earning between $1,500 - 2,999. Financial strain from housing costs is pronounced, leaving residents with just 78.5% of their income after housing expenses, placing the area in the 8th percentile for affordability.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Inala - Richlands had 6,368 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 75% detached houses and 2% apartments. 22% are owned with a mortgage, 61% rented and 17% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,376 a month. Rent absorbs 25.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.1%. 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 most recent Census, the housing composition in Inala - Richlands consisted of 74.7% detached houses and 25.3% alternative dwelling types, such as apartments and semi-detached properties, compared to 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings across the Brisbane metropolitan area. Home ownership rates in Inala - Richlands stood at 17.3%, trailing the metropolitan average, with the remaining residences being occupied by mortgage holders (21.9%) or tenants (60.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,376 was lower than the Brisbane metropolitan average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was $300, compared to the metropolitan average of $380.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Inala - Richlands are notably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are likewise below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Inala - Richlands counted 6,368 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,038 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 17% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 71.1%, consisting of couples with children at 29.5%, couples without children at 16.5%, and single parent households at 22.5%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 28.9% of households, with lone person households representing 24.1% and group houses making up 4.9%. The average household size in the area is 2.9 individuals, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
16.2% of adults in Inala - Richlands hold a university qualification, including 11.6% with a bachelor degree and 3.5% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 87% of areas nationally. A further 20.8% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,055 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 904 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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Educational attainment levels in the area present challenges, with the proportion of residents holding university qualifications sitting at 16.2%, well below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This gap highlights key areas where targeted educational programs could be introduced. Among higher education degrees, bachelor qualifications are the most common at 11.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.1%. Vocational and technical training are common, with 29.8% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these fields, split between advanced diplomas (9.0%) and certificate level credentials (20.8%). Participation in study is high throughout the community, with 35.3% of local residents actively enrolled in some form of education.
This student population includes 12.1% attending primary school, 9.4% in secondary school, and 5.5% enrolled in higher education courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Inala - Richlands reaches 110 stops on 42 routes, timetabled for about 2,700 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 1.1 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of the local network shows 110 active public transport stops in Inala - Richlands, combining bus routes and rail services. These stops support 42 different routes, which provide 2,715 passenger services weekly. Transport access is highly rated, with residents living an average of 187 meters from their nearest transit point. The outbound commute is common for this residential population, with private vehicles remaining the primary travel mode at 86%, followed by trains at 6%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.1 cars per dwelling, which is below the regional average. A small portion of residents (8.4%) worked from home, according to 2021 Census data, which was likely affected by pandemic restrictions.
Services average 387 trips daily across the entire network, translating to roughly 24 weekly departures at each individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 closest transit stops to the central point of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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73.2% of residents in Inala - Richlands report no long-term health condition. 7.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.7 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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Inala - Richlands presents clear public health challenges based on AreaSearch's evaluation of local mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic health conditions. Health issues are relatively widespread, showing higher frequencies in older demographics, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at approximately 46% (~10,179 people). This compares to a coverage rate of 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent medical issues, affecting 7.7% and 7.3% of the population, respectively, while 73.2% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane.
Health profiles for working-age residents are consistent with broader averages. Residents aged 65 and over make up 12.9% of the population (2,844 people), which is lower than the Greater Brisbane proportion of 15.1%. Senior health outcomes display some areas of concern, though they rank more favorably nationally than the demographic profile of the wider community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
49.5% of Inala - Richlands residents were born overseas and 56.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Vietnamese (20.5%) and English (15.0%). 4.5% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Inala - Richlands displays high levels of cultural diversity, with 49.5% of the local population born outside of Australia and 56.4% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 44.1% of the community. Notably, Buddhism is highly represented at 12.9% of the population, which is significantly above the Greater Brisbane average of 2.0%. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Inala - Richlands are Other at 21.3% (above the regional average of 9.4%), Vietnamese at 20.5% (well above the regional average of 0.8%), and English at 15.0% (below the regional average of 26.8%).
Other demographic variations include Samoan ancestry representing 3.6% of the population compared to 0.9% across the region, Maori ancestry at 1.1% compared to 1.1% regionally, and Australian Aboriginal ancestry at 4.5% compared to the regional average of 2.1%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Inala - Richlands is 31, younger than 95% of areas nationally. 30.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 31 years makes Inala - Richlands younger than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and the national median of 38. Compared to the wider Brisbane area, the locality has a larger proportion of residents aged 5 - 14 (16.2%) but fewer residents in the 45 - 54 bracket (10.4%). Data collected after the 2021 Census shows the 65 to 74 age bracket grew from 6.5% to 7.8% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort rose from 12.1% to 13.2%, whereas the 0 to 4 group shrank from 8.3% to 7.1%.
Demographic projections indicate the age structure will change by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to increase by 917 people (40%), growing from 2,290 to 3,208.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Inala - Richlands
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 13 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 — 319 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (19,891 at the 2021 Census → 21,985 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 (310011274). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.