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Magnetic Island has an estimated 2,671 residents, up from 2,475 at the 2021 Census — a change of 196 people, or 7.9%. Growth has averaged 1.8% a year over five years. 100 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 64.8% of that increase. Density is about 52 people per 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 evaluation by AreaSearch, the population of Magnetic Island is estimated to stand at 2,671 in May 2026. This represents a gain of 196 residents, or 7.9%, relative to the 2,475 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This growth is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 2,658 and the addition of 100 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Based on these numbers, the region has a density of 52 persons per square kilometer, which ensures a spacious lifestyle. The local growth rate of 7.9% since the 2021 Census outpaced the broader SA4 region at 7.1%, positioning the island as a regional leader in expansion.
The primary catalyst for this demographic growth was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 64.8% of the total population increase over recent times. For each SA2 locality, AreaSearch uses projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and for all periods beyond 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 data are utilized. Because these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which use 2022 baseline data. Looking ahead, demographic patterns suggest growth will align with the lowest national quartile for regional areas, with the local population projected to increase by 93 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total expansion of 3.0% over the 16 years.
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131 new dwellings have been approved in Magnetic Island over the past five years, an average of 26 a year. That places the area in the 64th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 10 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 21 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 95% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 22, broadly in line with 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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Dwellings on Magnetic Island receive building approvals at a rate of approximately 26 annually, culminating in 131 residential approvals over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 21 recorded during FY-26 so far. The local market shows a healthy equilibrium between demand and supply, with an average of 1.7 residents relocating to the area for every home built over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, which helps maintain stable real estate conditions. The average projected construction cost for these new properties is $324,000, aligning closely with regional averages.
Additionally, commercial approvals for the current financial year total $1.8 million, indicating that development is overwhelmingly focused on the residential sector. Building activity per capita on Magnetic Island is 148.0% higher than the rate observed across the Rest of Qld, presenting home buyers with a broader selection of properties. The construction pipeline is heavily dominated by standalone houses at 95.0%, with medium and high-density formats comprising the remaining 5.0%, preserving the low-density, traditional feel of the suburb and catering to buyers seeking spacious family residences. Reflecting its status as a developing area, the island records approximately 105 people for each approved residential dwelling. According to population projections, Magnetic Island is set to add 80 new residents by 2041, measured from the latest quarterly estimates compiled by AreaSearch. In light of prevailing building trends, the incoming supply of housing is well-positioned to satisfy this demand, creating favorable buying conditions and potentially supporting a larger population increase than currently forecast.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 40 current infrastructure and development projects close to Magnetic Island, worth an estimated $3.72 billion. 14 are already under construction and 8 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and precincts & urban renewal. 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 developments, major regional projects, and planning changes have a significant influence on property market performance. In total, AreaSearch has identified 0 projects expected to impact the local area. Some key regional developments include the Weststate Private Hospital, the Douglas Water Treatment Plant Clarifiers Upgrade, the Bruce Highway (Townsville-Ingham) upgrade program, and the Sunshine State Solar Farm and Battery, with the relevant list highlighting those most likely to influence the island.
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The Strand Beach Club
Development-approved 9-level mixed-use complex comprising 18 residential apartments (2, 3 and 4 bedroom units) and a ground floor food and beverage outlet. The 1,012 square meter vacant allotment is positioned between Anelay and The Watermark on Townsville's premier waterfront location. The project received council approval in 2023 but the site was subsequently marketed for sale by Warburton Investments with expressions of interest closing in March 2024. The property is currently under offer as of late 2024/early 2025.
Port of Townsville Channel Upgrade
The $251 million Channel Upgrade is the first stage of the 30-year, $1.6 billion Port Expansion Project. Completed in 2025, the project involved capital dredging of 3.4 million cubic metres of material to widen the shipping channel from 92m to 180m at the inshore end (tapering to 120m seaward). This allows larger vessels up to 300m in length to safely access the port. The project also included the construction of a 2.2km rock wall and a 62-hectare land reclamation area for future port development.
Defence Housing Australia - Townsville New Builds Volume Leasing Program (400+ Homes)
Large-scale residential development by Defence Housing Australia (DHA) to deliver more than 400 new, high-quality homes for Australian Defence Force personnel and their families in Townsville. The homes are being built across approximately seven suburbs within 30km of Lavarack Barracks as part of the New Builds Volume Leasing Program, in partnership with local builders and developers. The first homes are expected to be delivered in the 2025-26 financial year.
Townsville Breakwater Master-Planned Precinct
A $1 billion master-planned expansion of the Townsville Breakwater precinct by Morris Group. Located on vacant land adjacent to The Ville Resort-Casino and the 5-star Ardo hotel, the development is designed as a mixed-use hub. Key features include residential apartments to address local housing shortages, short-term hotel accommodation, conference and function spaces, retail outlets, and expansive public open areas with views of Magnetic Island. The project is expected to inject significant economic benefit into North Queensland over the next decade.As of early 2025, Morris Group had commenced a master planning and feasibility process; no development application has been lodged.
Anelay The Strand
Oceanfront mixed-use development featuring 12 luxury apartments across seven storeys with 180-degree north-facing views to Magnetic Island. The development includes a two-storey commercial building housing The Beach Hotel (formerly Anelay restaurant), with specialty kitchens, bars, ice creamery, and waterfront dining. The apartments feature premium glass facades, open-plan living, and expansive balconies. Semi-basement and mezzanine level parking accommodates 22 cars. Completed in 2022, this boutique development represents contemporary coastal living on Townsville's award-winning Strand.
Marina Residences
A $65 million luxury waterfront apartment tower by Maidment Group, comprising 18 residences (15 three-bedroom apartments and 3 sky homes) in a 10-storey building. Features include a rooftop pool and sundeck, gym, private dining/meeting room, and panoramic views over Breakwater Marina, The Strand, and Magnetic Island. Construction commenced in 2025 with completion expected late 2026.
Ardo
Townsville's first five-star hotel, featuring 132 stylish suites, two signature restaurants, a day spa, and an iconic rooftop pool and bar. The hotel is located next to The Ville Resort-Casino.
Oxley Street Residences
A development of 19 units with associated office and food and drink facilities in the neighbouring suburb of North Ward, approved by Townsville City Council.
1,095 residents of Magnetic Island are employed, from a labour force of 1,165. Unemployment sits at 6.0%, with participation at 47.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% 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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The local labor pool is characterized by high education levels, with a strong orientation toward hospitality and tourism, alongside an overall unemployment rate of 6.0%. As of March 2026, the employed resident base numbers 1,095, while the unemployment rate sits 2.1% higher than the 3.9% recorded in Regional Qld. Furthermore, workforce participation is notably low at 47.9%, compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a moderate 16.7% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic-related restrictions. Local employment is heavily weighted toward food and accommodation services, retail trade, and healthcare and social assistance.
The island exhibits a distinct concentration in the accommodation & food sector, where the employment proportion is 2.5 times higher than the regional average. Conversely, healthcare and social assistance jobs are underrepresented, accounting for 11.3% of the workforce compared to the regional benchmark of 16.1%. A comparison between the count of local workers and resident workers suggests that nearby employment opportunities are somewhat restricted. An analysis of ABS and SALM statistics by AreaSearch indicates that during the 12 months ending March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 1.9% while total employment fell by 2.1%, leading to a 0.1 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1% and the labor force expand by 0.3%, with its unemployment rate also rising by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future demand trends on Magnetic Island. These five-year and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though trajectories differ markedly by sector. Applying these sectoral rates to the employment profile of Magnetic Island indicates a projected local job growth of 6.4% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that excludes local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Magnetic Island is $1,001 a week (about $52,000 a year), with median personal income at $626 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $38,259 a year against an average of $50,957. 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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The most recent ATO postcode data analyzed by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year demonstrates that local incomes on Magnetic Island fall short of national averages, with a median of $38,259 and an average of $50,957. By comparison, Regional Qld recorded a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated values of approximately $42,605 for the median and $56,746 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census shows that family, household, and individual incomes on the island lie between the 3rd and 15th percentiles nationwide.
In terms of earnings brackets, 28.8% of the local population (representing 769 people) falls into the $800 - 1,499 weekly income range, whereas in metropolitan areas, 31.7% of residents typically earn between $1,500 - 2,999. Housing cost pressures are pronounced, with residents retaining just 84.7% of their income, placing the area in the 5th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Magnetic Island had 1,064 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 84% detached houses and 6% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 28% rented and 49% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $290 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,353 a month. Rent absorbs 29.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 31.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census, the local housing mix consisted of 83.6% detached houses and 16.3% alternative housing types, such as apartments, semi-detached properties, and other structures. This compares to Regional Qld where detached houses account for 76.4% and other dwellings make up 23.6%. Home ownership rates on the island are significantly higher than regional averages, standing at 49.1%, while mortgaged properties account for 23.4% and rented homes represent 27.5%. The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,353, which is lower than the Regional Qld average of $1,655. The median weekly rent was $290, compared to $345 across Regional Qld.
On a national level, housing costs on Magnetic Island are comparatively low, with mortgages well under the Australian median of $1,863 and rents substantially below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Magnetic Island counted 1,064 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,148 today, averaging 1.9 people each. 12% are couples with children, fewer than in 96% of areas nationally, against 38% couples without children. 36% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the largest segment at 58.9% of all homes, comprising couples without children at 37.6%, couples with children at 11.8%, and single parents at 8.2%. The remaining 41.1% consists of non-family households, with single-person households making up 36.4% and group living situations comprising 4.8%. The average household size is 1.9 individuals, which is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
28.6% of adults in Magnetic Island hold a university qualification, including 18.5% with a bachelor degree and 7.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 26.6% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 125 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,028 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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The educational profile of the area is distinct when compared to the broader region. Higher education is highly represented, with university qualification rates among residents aged 15 and older standing at 28.6%, surpassing both the SA4 average of 20.1% and the Rest of Qld average of 20.6%. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 18.5%, with postgraduate degrees at 7.4% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational education is also strong, with 39.8% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 13.2% and certificates at 26.6%.
A significant portion of the local population, specifically 22.3%, is enrolled in some form of structured education. Within this cohort, primary school students make up 8.7%, secondary school students comprise 6.3%, and tertiary students account for 2.8%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Magnetic Island reaches 50 stops on 2 routes, timetabled for about 500 services a week. The typical home sits about 320 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.9 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport infrastructure on Magnetic Island consists of 50 active stops serviced by a combination of buses and ferries. These stops accommodate 2 distinct routes that provide 500 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is high, with residents living an average of 321 meters from their nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the island, most workers commute out of the area. Private vehicles remain the primary mode of travel at 64%, while 16% of residents walk to work and 7% travel by bus. Car ownership is lower than the regional average, at 0.9 vehicles per household.
Additionally, 16.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-related travel restrictions. Across all active routes, service frequency averages 71 trips per day, which translates to roughly 10 weekly departures for each individual stop.
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63.2% of residents in Magnetic Island report no long-term health condition. 5.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.9 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 for the local population are generally positive. An analysis of health conditions and mortality rates by AreaSearch shows outcomes consistent with national benchmarks, with low rates of common illnesses across both youth and elderly demographics. Private health insurance coverage is notably low, with approximately 46% of the population (~1,231 individuals) holding cover, compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health challenges represent the most frequently reported conditions, affecting 11.4% and 7.9% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 63.2% of residents reported having no long-term health issues, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Among working-age citizens, the rate of chronic health issues is higher than average. The suburb has a high concentration of mature residents, with 37.4% aged 65 and over (amounting to 997 individuals) compared to 20.4% in Regional Qld. Seniors on the island exhibit particularly strong health outcomes, ranking higher than the general population relative to national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
27.6% of Magnetic Island residents were born overseas and 7.3% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.8%) and Australian (23.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Magnetic Island exhibits higher than average cultural diversity, with 27.6% of residents born overseas and 7.3% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, practiced by 41.3% of the population. There is also a notable concentration of Buddhist residents, who account for 2.6% of the community compared to 1.1% across Regional Qld. Regarding family background and parental birthplaces, the largest ancestry groups on Magnetic Island are English at 32.8%, Australian at 23.7%, and Irish at 11.8%. There are also distinct variations in several other heritage groups, with French ancestry represented at 0.8% (compared to 0.5% across the region), Scottish at 9.3% (compared to 7.8%), and Dutch at 1.7% (compared to 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Magnetic Island is 57, older than 98% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 14.7% 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 on Magnetic Island is 57 years, which is substantially higher than the Regional Qld average of 41 years and the national median of 38 years. The demographic profile is heavily weighted toward the 65 - 74 age bracket at 24.5%, while children aged 5 - 14 make up a smaller proportion (6.3%) compared to Regional Qld. The concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is significantly higher than the national benchmark of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 age cohort has increased from 8.2% to 10.1%, and the 65 to 74 group has grown from 23.0% to 24.5%.
Conversely, the 55 to 64 group decreased from 23.7% to 20.4%, while the 45 to 54 demographic fell from 11.8% to 8.8%. Projections out to 2041 indicate major changes in the local age profile. The cohort aged 85 and over is set to grow by 62 people (87%), rising from 72 to 135. Residents aged 65 and older are expected to make up 75% of the projected growth, highlighting ongoing demographic aging. In contrast, population declines are forecast for the 15 to 24 and 55 to 64 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Magnetic Island
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 100 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,475 at the 2021 Census → 2,671 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 (318021483). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.