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Kenmore has an estimated 10,170 residents, up from 9,438 at the 2021 Census — a change of 732 people, or 7.8%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. 123 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 81.8% of that increase. That puts 1,926 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 demographic evaluations from AreaSearch, the population of Kenmore is approximately 10,170 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 732 individuals (7.8%) compared to the 9,438 people recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 10,170, supplemented by 123 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The local population density stands at 1,926 persons per square kilometer, a level exceeding the average across national areas monitored by AreaSearch. With this 7.8% expansion since the 2021 census, Kenmore outpaced the wider SA3 region (5.5%), positioning it as a primary growth node.
Overseas migration was the principal driver of this expansion, accounting for roughly 81.8% of the overall population increases in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes the 2024 population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, which use 2022 as their starting point. In instances where SA2 areas lack this coverage, or for periods extending past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (utilizing 2021 data) are substituted. Because the Queensland state datasets do not segment by age categories, AreaSearch allocates age-specific growth weightings based on the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (using 2022 baseline data). Looking at these anticipated demographic shifts, Kenmore is expected to align with the lower quartile growth of areas analyzed by AreaSearch, with the population projected to grow by 387 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a 3.8% increase over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
273 new dwellings have been approved in Kenmore over the past five years, an average of 54 a year. That places the area in the 57th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 42 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 48% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 27, 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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Annual residential building approvals in Kenmore average approximately 54, with a cumulative total of 273 dwellings approved over the preceding 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 25 approvals have been documented. For every new dwelling constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, the local population increased by an average of 2.1 residents, indicating robust demand that supports local housing values. Newly approved dwellings carry an average construction cost of $421,000, which is marginally higher than the regional benchmark and points to a focus on premium residential builds. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $6.1 million have been logged during this financial year, highlighting that the suburb remains predominantly residential.
Relative to Greater Brisbane, Kenmore exhibits 83.0% more new dwelling approvals per capita, offering prospective buyers a broader selection of housing, even though local development velocity has slowed recently. Approved residential construction consists of 48.0% standalone houses and 52.0% semi-detached options like townhouses or apartments. The emphasis on higher-density projects introduces more budget-friendly entry options that appeal to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a notable departure from the established housing stock (which stands at 92.0% houses), driven by a scarcity of vacant land and changing buyer preferences around lifestyle and affordability. The area records approximately 356 residents for every dwelling approval, characteristic of a mature suburb. Looking forward, the population of Kenmore is projected to rise by 387 residents up to 2041 based on the most recent quarterly projections from AreaSearch. Given current building trends, the incoming supply of housing is well-positioned to satisfy demand, creating favorable buying opportunities and potentially enabling population expansion beyond the baseline forecast.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Kenmore, worth an estimated $332 million. A further 56 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $30.7 billion. 16 are already under construction and 16 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and health & medical. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major works, and urban planning decisions are key drivers of real estate market performance. AreaSearch has identified 4 development projects that are expected to influence the local area. The most significant projects include the townhouses at 2172 Moggill Road, the Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre Entertainment Precinct, the Centenary Bridge Upgrade, and the Sinnamon Village Precinct Expansion, with details provided below on the most relevant initiatives.
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2172 Moggill Road Townhouses
Development-ready 1.62-hectare site with approved Development Application from Brisbane City Council for 50 luxury four-bedroom townhouses. The approved design is architect-designed for Kenmore's older demographic, featuring accessible layouts with wider doorways, staircases, and convenient ground-level garages and master bedrooms. Ideal for retirees or downsizers seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle in one of Brisbane's most sought-after executive suburbs with excellent connectivity to the CBD, top-rated schools, and major shopping centers.
42-50 Merlin Terrace Kenmore
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Treetops at Kenmore
A designer collection of 96 contemporary four-bedroom luxury townhomes on a 32,520 sqm site, nestled amongst a lush Australian native landscape with a natural canopy of Eucalypt treetops. The development features resort-style amenities, a 3100m2 environmental green zone, and sustainable design with solar power and EV charging. The project is located 4km from Indooroopilly Shopping Centre and 10km from the CBD. It is developed by CDL Australia and Metro Group, and built by Creation Homes.
Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre Entertainment Precinct
Cinema, dining and entertainment precinct extension to Mt Ommaney Shopping Centre including 6-storey building with cinema, community use and retail tenancies. Features additional gross floor area including multi-screen cinema, gym, dining and entertainment precinct, and rebuilt community centre. Designed by Blight Raynor.
The Priory - Indooroopilly
Luxury boutique development of 13 bespoke apartments featuring river views, double glazing, real timber herringbone flooring, and premium finishes. Amenities include heated magnesium pool and spa, steam room, residents' gym, and outdoor entertaining spaces. Developed by Pitman Properties with 40+ years experience.
Verandah Estate
Newest residential estate in Seventeen Mile Rocks featuring contemporary homes on large blocks (875sqm+) surrounded by trees and nature. Estate includes building covenants ensuring homes are designed in harmony with natural environment. Features permanent ridge top reserve and bushwalking tracks to Rocks Riverside Park.
Kenmore Village Shopping Centre Redevelopment
Major redevelopment of Kenmore Village Shopping Centre's northern mall, completed in early 2025. The project involved demolition of the two-storey north mall structure, construction of new ground-floor retail spaces totaling 2,151 sqm, relocation of Mitre 10 to a new 620 sqm stand-alone building in the western car park, creation of retail spaces underneath the Brisbane City Council Library, new northern entrance statement, alfresco dining areas, upgraded amenities including parents room facilities, new vehicle access via Spearwood Place, enhanced car parking with 61 new spaces, and improved accessibility features.
Woodlands Residences
An exclusive collection of seventeen freehold, architecturally designed homes nestled within the thriving natural habitat of Mount Coot-tha. Four-bedroom townhomes with double garage, featuring sustainable design with solar power and EV charging. Completion July 2025.
5,115 residents of Kenmore are employed, from a labour force of 5,273. Unemployment sits at 3.0%, with participation at 66.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,744, 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 in Kenmore is characterized by high levels of education and strong representation in professional services, alongside an unemployment rate of only 3.0%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 5,115, with the local unemployment rate sitting 1.3% below the Greater Brisbane figure of 4.3%. The labor force participation rate of 66.9% is somewhat lower than the Brisbane metropolitan average of 70.4%. Census records show that a substantial 33.3% of the working population operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by public health restrictions associated with Covid-19.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are healthcare & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. Notably, the concentration of residents employed in professional & technical fields is 1.7 times the metropolitan average. In contrast, the construction sector is underrepresented, employing 6.0% of the workforce compared to the regional benchmark of 9.0%. Comparing the volume of working residents to the local job count indicates that this predominantly residential community offers relatively few employment opportunities within its own boundaries. An AreaSearch evaluation of SALM and ABS figures indicates that the workforce contracted by 2.5% and employment fell by 2.7% during the year to March 2026, which led to a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 3.2% and labour force growth of 3.4%, while unemployment climbed by 0.1 percentage points. Insights into future demand for Kenmore can be drawn from Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts published in May-25. These forecasts span five and ten-year horizons and have been overlaid with local employment data to project growth trends. National employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though sectoral growth rates vary substantially. When these industry-level estimates are applied to Kenmore's current employment composition, local employment is anticipated to rise by 7.1% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, though this figure relies on a basic weighting exercise for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections.
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Median household income in Kenmore is $2,493 a week (about $130,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,032 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $67,330 a year against an average of $104,732. The average runs 56% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to aggregated ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, personal income levels in the Kenmore SA2 are exceptionally high relative to national benchmarks. Taxpayers in the Kenmore SA2 recorded a median income of $67,330 and an average income of $104,732, compared to the Greater Brisbane averages of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be roughly $74,979 for the median and $116,630 for the average. Census data from 2021 indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in Kenmore all rank within the top national tiers, specifically between the 81st and 90th percentiles.
Income distribution figures show that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket is the most common, accounting for 29.2% of residents (2,969 people), similar to the Brisbane metro area where 33.3% fall into this range. High-income earners are prominent, with 41.8% of households receiving more than $3,000 per week, which sustains local high-end retail and services. On average, households retain 87.0% of their earnings after housing expenses, indicating significant disposable income, and the suburb sits in the 9th decile on the SEIFA index for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Kenmore had 3,293 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 1% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 17% rented and 36% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $510 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,200 a month. Rent absorbs 20.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing composition in Kenmore was dominated by standalone houses at 92.4%, with semi-detached homes, units, and alternative dwellings making up the remaining 7.6%. This contrasts with the wider Brisbane metropolitan area, where houses constitute 73.5% of dwellings and other structures account for 26.5%. Home ownership rates in Kenmore are notably higher than the metropolitan average at 36.2%, while the remaining households are either paying off a mortgage (46.7%) or renting (17.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,200, which is considerably higher than the Brisbane metro median of $1,863.
The median weekly rent was recorded at $510, compared to $380 across the Brisbane metro area. At a national level, Kenmore's median mortgage payments are significantly above the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are likewise well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Kenmore counted 3,293 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,548 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 44% are couples with children, more than in 87% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 17% 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 households constitute the vast majority of local residences at 81.0%, which is composed of couples with children at 44.0%, couples without children at 24.8%, and single parent families at 11.1%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 19.0%, with single-person households representing 16.7% and group households making up 2.2%. The average household size in the suburb is 2.8 people, exceeding the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
52.0% of adults in Kenmore hold a university qualification, including 31.0% with a bachelor degree and 16.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 11.5% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 3,416 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,137 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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Kenmore exhibits a high level of educational attainment, with 52.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.7% across QLD and 30.4% nationwide. This educational profile positions the local workforce well for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the most common tertiary qualification at 31.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 16.3% and graduate diplomas at 4.7%. Vocational education accounts for 22.8% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.3%) and certificates (11.5%). Participation in study is high throughout the suburb, with 33.4% of the population enrolled in an educational program.
This student population includes 12.0% in primary school, 9.3% in secondary school, and 7.2% attending tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Kenmore reaches 53 stops on 10 routes, timetabled for about 1,500 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 1.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of the local transport network shows 53 active public transport stops in Kenmore, which are serviced by a variety of bus routes. These stops accommodate 10 distinct routes that together provide 1,467 passenger trips per week. Access to transport is rated as excellent, with the average distance from a home to the nearest stop being 191 meters. Because Kenmore is primarily a commuter suburb, most workers travel outside the area for employment, with private cars being the primary mode of travel for 83% of commuters, followed by buses at 7% and bicycles at 2%.
Households own an average of 1.5 vehicles. A high proportion of residents (33.3%) worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic-related conditions. Across all active transit routes, services run at an average frequency of 209 trips per day, which translates to approximately 27 weekly departures for each individual stop in the area.
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72.2% of residents in Kenmore report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 94% of areas nationally. 4.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 73.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators in Kenmore show highly positive trends, with AreaSearch evaluations of mortality rates and chronic illnesses showing very low rates of common conditions across all age categories. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 73% of the population (7,434 people) holding policies, compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and a national benchmark of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most frequently reported diagnoses in the area, affecting 7.8% and 7.4% of the population respectively. Meanwhile, 72.2% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
The working-age population exhibits good health outcomes with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older make up 16.2% of the local population (1,649 people), which is slightly higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 15.1%. While health metrics for local seniors are strong, their national ranking is somewhat lower than that of the suburb's younger demographics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
33.4% of Kenmore residents were born overseas and 19.0% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.6%) and Australian (20.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Kenmore shows a higher degree of cultural diversity than most comparable suburban areas, with 19.0% of households speaking a language other than English at home and 33.4% of residents born outside of Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 47.7% of the local population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation relative to the wider city is Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of residents in Kenmore compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parents' country of birth, the three largest groups in Kenmore are English at 27.6%, Australian at 20.4%, and Irish at 10.1%.
There are also distinct concentrations of other backgrounds compared to metropolitan averages, with South Australian backgrounds representing 1.7% of the population (versus 0.6% regionally), Korean backgrounds at 1.2% (versus 0.5%), and French ancestry at 0.8% (versus 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Kenmore is 40. 20.2% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Kenmore is 40 years, which is older than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and slightly above the national average of 38. The 5 - 14 age bracket is highly represented locally at 17.8% compared to the Greater Brisbane average, while young adults aged 25 - 34 are underrepresented at 6.6%. The concentration of children aged 5 - 14 is also well above the national benchmark of 12.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 5 to 14 grew from 16.2% to 17.8%, and the 15 to 24 demographic increased from 12.4% to 13.6%.
In contrast, the 25 to 34 group fell from 7.9% to 6.6%, and the 0 to 4 group declined from 5.9% to 4.7%. Demographic projections for 2041 point to significant changes, led by a 102% increase in the 85+ cohort, which is expected to rise from 338 to 685 individuals (an increase of 346 people). The aging trend is further reflected by the fact that residents aged 65 and older are projected to account for 53% of total population growth, while the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 cohorts are forecast to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Kenmore
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 | Oct 2025 10 months ago 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 Oct 2025. | ||
| 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 123 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,438 at the 2021 Census → 10,170 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 (304021090). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.