Chart Color Schemes
This analysis uses ABS Statistical Areas Level 2 (SA2) boundaries, which can materially differ from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) even when sharing similar names.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb/locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
est. as @ -- *
ABS ERP | -- people | --
2021 Census | -- people
Curious about local property values? Filter the chart to assess the volume and appreciation (including resales) trends and regional comparisons, or scroll to the map below view this information at an individual property level.
Find a Recent Sale
Sales Detail
Main Beach has an estimated 4,444 residents, up from 3,998 at the 2021 Census — a change of 446 people, or 11.2%. Growth has averaged 1.8% a year over five years, faster than 75% of areas nationally. 298 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 85.1% of that increase. That puts 1,284 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.
Detail
According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Main Beach stands at approximately 4,444 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 446 residents (11.2%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,998 individuals. This shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 4,418 alongside 298 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 1,284 persons per square kilometer, a level higher than the average of other assessed national localities. The 11.2% growth rate since the 2021 census outperformed the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national average, positioning the area as a regional growth leader.
This expansion was largely fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 85.1% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For areas not covered by these datasets, or for periods after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 data are used. Because these state-level projections lack age breakdown details, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using weightings from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (which use 2022 baseline data). Looking forward, the locality is projected to see significant population expansion, ranking in the top quartile of regional areas nationwide, with an estimated increase of 1,601 people by 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP figures, representing a 35.4% overall rise over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
777 new dwellings have been approved in Main Beach over the past five years, an average of 155 a year. That places the area in the 61st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 35 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 131 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 2% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 33, 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.
Detail
Main Beach has seen approximately 155 residential building approvals annually, translating to 777 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 31 approvals have been registered. Given that only 0.5 individuals moved to the area per completed dwelling over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), construction levels are keeping pace with or exceeding demand. This provides purchasers with more choice and supports population growth that may outpace current forecasts, with new dwellings carrying an average build value of $804,000, indicating a focus by developers on upscale, higher-end projects.
Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $14.2 million this financial year, showing stable commercial investment. New residential approvals per capita in Main Beach are 89.0% higher than in the Rest of Qld, giving buyers a wider selection, even though construction momentum has decelerated recently. This rate is also significantly higher than the national average, pointing to strong developer confidence in the area. The pipeline of new builds consists of 2.0% houses and 98.0% multi-unit or attached dwellings. This orientation toward high-density options offers affordable entry points and draws downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. The area has roughly 287 residents for each dwelling approval, suggesting capacity for further development. Long-term forecasts indicate Main Beach will gain 1,575 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Considering established development trends, the supply of new housing is expected to easily accommodate this demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially supporting population expansion above current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Main Beach
Loading development applications…
| Lodged | Address | Description | Type | Distance | Status |
|---|
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 16 current infrastructure and development projects inside Main Beach, worth an estimated $3.65 billion. A further 162 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $55.4 billion. 73 are already under construction and 101 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and communities, 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.
Detail
Local infrastructure projects, major planning decisions, and new developments are key factors in regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 45 projects likely to influence the local area. Significant projects in the pipeline include The Ritz-Carlton Gold Coast and Main Beach Superyacht Marina, the Marina Mirage Redevelopment, Bella Vie Residences, and Drift Residences.
Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.
INFRASTRUCTURE SEARCH
Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.
Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
The Ritz-Carlton Gold Coast and Main Beach Superyacht Marina
A $480 million luxury waterfront precinct at the former Mariners Cove site, planned to include The Ritz-Carlton Gold Coast, a superyacht marina, restaurants, bars, wellness and spa facilities, rooftop pool, boardwalk, and premium retail and hospitality space. Recent reporting indicates the Main Beach Superyacht Marina is expected to be operational in 2026, with the Ritz-Carlton hotel, restaurants and retail planned to come online in 2029.
The Spit Master Plan
A generational revitalisation of The Spit peninsula on the Gold Coast, delivering world-class public spaces, tourism and recreation infrastructure, and commercial development opportunities across 201 hectares. Legislated under the Spit Master Plan Act 2020, the program is jointly delivered by the Queensland Government, Gold Coast Waterways Authority (GCWA), and City of Gold Coast. Key completed works include the $19 million Muriel Henchman Park upgrade, Doug Jennings Park revitalisation, Moondarewa Spit foreshore improvements, and the Seaway Promenade upgrade.Active projects include Carter's Basin (fresh seafood and tourism precinct), Village East Resort (three-storey coastal resort with public plaza), and Village Centre North (a $300 million superyacht marina with 67 berths and 24 luxury residences). Ecological restoration of Federation Walk Coastal Reserve is underway through to mid-2027. All development is capped at three storeys and 15 metres in height.
Marina Mirage Redevelopment
The Marina Mirage redevelopment is a 500 million dollar transformation of the Gold Coast iconic waterfront precinct. Led by Makris Group, the project includes 38 luxury residences and villas, a 126 room Luxury Collection hotel by Marriott International, high end retail, seven chef led dining concepts, and a 2000 square metre wellness centre. Demolition of the original 1988 structure began in March 2026 to make way for the new Riviera inspired destination.
Mantaray Marina and Residences
A $300 million ultra-luxury mixed-use waterfront precinct on The Spit at Main Beach, comprising 24 exclusive three and four-bedroom residences, sub-penthouses and penthouses designed by Rothelowman, alongside a 67-berth superyacht marina built to Platinum Gold Anchor status. Developed by Gordon Corp and the Bruce Mathieson Group on a 10,000 square metre site leased from the Queensland Government, the development is the first under The Spit Master Plan and the first new project on The Spit in over 20 years.Key features include The Mantaray Club - a floating two-storey members-only lounge at the marina entrance - a 40-metre resort pool, a 350 square metre health club, ground-floor retail and dining, and a public boardwalk. Constructed by Multiplex, the marina was approaching completion in early 2026 with the residential final release scheduled for May 2026.
Carter's Basin Development
A major redevelopment of the Carter's Basin precinct on The Spit into a thriving marine precinct. The project includes over 100 new commercial marina berths, renewed facilities for the local fishing fleet and Gold Coast Fishermen's Co-Operative, a fresh seafood market, dining options, short-stay family accommodation, and upgraded public boardwalks and pedestrian connections.
Bella Vie Residences
Bella Vie is a 28-storey luxury residential tower by Arena Property Group featuring 78 apartments in the heart of Main Beach. The development includes the exclusive Soleil Club, a wellness level on the 18th floor with a residents lounge, wine cellar, gym, and outdoor dining. The project offers a mix of two, three, and four-bedroom residences with premium finishes and expansive ocean views. Construction commenced in early 2026 with a focus on high-end coastal living and extensive onsite amenities.
La Mer
La Mer is a luxury 27-storey residential tower in Main Beach featuring 23 exclusive full-floor apartments, including a dual-level penthouse. Each 298sqm residence offers 360-degree views of the Pacific Ocean, Broadwater, and Gold Coast skyline. Designed by Plus Architecture with a curved facade, the project includes high-end finishes such as Taj Mahal marble and Gaggenau appliances. Amenities feature a resort-style pool, spa, gym, sauna, and a bespoke bar.
Drift Residences
A 31-level luxury residential tower at Main Beach on the Gold Coast, delivering 50 north-facing residences designed by Plus Architecture. GDI Group brought construction in-house following the administration of the original builder, GCB Constructions. The collection spans three-bedroom residences on levels 3-24, four-bedroom penthouses on levels 25-29, and a full-floor two-storey penthouse on levels 30-31 with a 1,034sqm rooftop terrace. Resident amenities include an infinity pool, magnesium day spa, cold therapy pool, infrared sauna, steam and massage rooms, fully equipped gymnasium, yoga studio, and a lounge with outdoor dining and fireplace.Construction was progressing past the Level 3 transfer slab as of late 2024, with completion now expected in 2026.
2,408 residents of Main Beach are employed, from a labour force of 2,445. Unemployment sits at 1.5%, with participation at 57.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,896, about 110% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
Detail
The local workforce is highly educated, featuring a strong contingent of professionals, an unemployment rate of only 1.5%, and job growth estimated at 3.6% over the preceding year. In March 2026, 2,408 local residents were employed, and the unemployment rate sat 2.4% lower than the Regional Qld rate of 3.9%, though labor force participation is notably lower (57.8% relative to 64.3% in Regional Qld). Census data shows a substantial 27.4% of workers operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training.
The area exhibits a strong specialization in professional & technical services, employing a share of the workforce 1.9 times that of the wider region. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 0.7% of local jobs, below the 4.5% seen across Regional Qld. A ratio of 0.8 local jobs for every resident at the time of the Census indicates a higher-than-average volume of local employment options. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, employment in the area grew by 3.6% and the total labor force expanded by 3.2% in the year leading to March 2026, resulting in a 0.4 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. This performance contrasts with Regional Qld, where employment rose by 0.1%, the labor force increased by 0.3%, and the unemployment rate ticked up by 0.1 percentage points. Additional context on future workforce needs in Main Beach can be drawn from the national employment projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25. These five- and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future growth trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local employment structure suggests Main Beach's employment could grow by 6.9% over five years and 14.0% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for comparison and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Main Beach is $1,682 a week (about $87,000 a year), with median personal income at $938 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,623 a year against an average of $88,182. The average runs 59% 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.
Detail
Based on AreaSearch's compilation of postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Main Beach SA2 recorded a median income of $55,623 and an average income of $88,182. These figures are exceptionally high on a national scale and compare to median and average levels of $53,146 and $66,593 in Regional Qld. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at approximately $61,942 for the median and $98,199 for the average as of March 2026. According to the Census, personal weekly income is in the 72nd percentile ($938), whereas household income is in the 46th percentile.
Income distribution details show that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket includes 27.9% of the community (1,239 people), which aligns with the regional trend of 31.7% in the same bracket. Affordability pressures are notable, with residents retaining only 84.7% of their income, placing the area in the 47th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 8th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Main Beach had 1,820 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 3% detached houses and 90% apartments. 21% are owned with a mortgage, 32% rented and 48% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $500 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,091 a month. Rent absorbs 29.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
Detail
The housing mix in Main Beach at the time of the Census consisted of 3.4% standalone houses and 96.6% alternative housing types (including apartments and semi-detached properties), compared to Regional Qld where standalone houses made up 76.4% and other dwellings accounted for 23.6%. Home ownership rates were high at 47.8%, with 20.6% of dwellings mortgaged and 31.6% rented. The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,091 was much higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, and the median weekly rent was $500 compared to the regional median of $345. Nationally, mortgage costs in Main Beach exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Main Beach counted 1,820 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,023 today, averaging 1.9 people each. 11% are couples with children, fewer than in 97% of areas nationally, against 41% couples without children. 36% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Families make up 58.6% of all households, consisting of couples with children (11.1%), couples without children (40.8%), and single-parent households (6.1%). Non-family households account for 41.4%, with single-person households representing 35.5% and group households making up 5.7%. The median household size is 1.9 individuals, which is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
35.7% of adults in Main Beach hold a university qualification, including 24.4% with a bachelor degree and 8.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 17.7% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
Detail
Main Beach shows high rates of educational attainment, with 35.7% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university qualification, compared to 20.6% in the Rest of Qld and 25.4% across the SA4 region. This education profile supports participation in knowledge-focused industries. Bachelor degrees are held by 24.4% of the cohort, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.2% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Vocational qualifications are also common, with 32.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding a trade or technical qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (14.4%) and certificates (17.7%). A total of 23.7% of residents are enrolled in formal education, including 8.4% studying at the tertiary level, 5.2% in secondary school, and 4.2% in primary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Public transport in Main Beach reaches 18 stops on 3 routes, timetabled for about 2,700 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
Detail
Public transport services in Main Beach feature 18 active stops, utilizing a combination of light rail and bus networks. These stops are serviced by 3 distinct routes that support 2,712 passenger journeys weekly. Transport access is convenient, with residents living an average of 117 meters from the nearest stop. The majority of commuters travel outside the area for work, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 83%, followed by walking at 5% and cycling at 2%. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.0 per household, below the regional average, while 27.4% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census.
Services run at an average frequency of 387 runs per day across the network, which averages out to approximately 150 weekly services for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
67.9% of residents in Main Beach report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 78% of areas nationally. 3.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 65.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
Detail
Health indicators show favorable outcomes across Main Beach, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of chronic illness rates and mortality figures, with very low rates of common health issues across all age brackets. The rate of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 65% of the population (2,897 individuals), compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma are the most common medical conditions locally, affecting 10.6% and 5.9% of the population respectively, while 67.9% of residents reported having no chronic health conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Health outcomes for residents under the age of 65 are better than average. Residents aged 65 and over make up 39.6% of the local population (1,761 people), compared to 20.4% in Regional Qld, and senior residents display strong health outcomes that exceed national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
29.4% of Main Beach residents were born overseas and 10.0% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.2%) and Australian (18.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Main Beach exhibits above-average cultural diversity, with 10.0% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 29.4% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 59.4% of the population. Judaism is represented by 0.6% of residents, compared to a regional average of 0.1%. In terms of ancestral background, the three largest groups in Main Beach are English at 33.2%, Australian at 18.9% (below the regional average of 26.5%), and Irish at 11.8%. Other ancestral groups show higher representation relative to regional averages, including French at 1.0% (compared to 0.5% regionally), Scottish at 9.5% (compared to 7.8%), and Russian at 0.5% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Main Beach is 56, older than 98% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 22.9% 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.
Detail
The median age of 56 years in Main Beach is higher than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national median of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 18.9% locally (compared to 9.4% nationally), while children aged 5 - 14 make up a low 2.4% of the population. Since the 2021 Census, the median age dropped from 57 to 56 years. The share of residents aged 85 and over rose from 2.3% to 5.9%, and the 25 to 34 cohort grew from 10.7% to 13.8%.
Conversely, the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 19.0% to 15.5% and the 45 to 54 group decreased from 12.8% to 9.4%. By 2041, the age structure is projected to shift further, with the 85 and over cohort expected to grow by 229%, adding 601 residents to reach 864, and residents aged 65 and older accounting for 65% of the projected population increase.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Main Beach
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Apr 2026 4 months ago all 16 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 Apr 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 — 298 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,998 at the 2021 Census → 4,444 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 (309101269). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.