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Marcoola - Mudjimba has an estimated 12,685 residents, up from 11,961 at the 2021 Census — a change of 724 people, or 6.1%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 77.7% of that increase. That puts 386 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the resident population of Marcoola - Mudjimba stands at approximately 12,685 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 724 individuals (6.1%) relative to the 11,961 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated utilizing the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population figure of 12,672 along with 87 validated new addresses identified since the census. The population density is calculated at 385 persons per square kilometer, which indicates substantial space per inhabitant and opportunities for future expansion. The post-census growth rate of 6.1% in Marcoola - Mudjimba is within 2.2 percentage points of the broader SA3 region (8.3%), indicating solid local growth dynamics.
Overseas migration was the primary driver of this demographic expansion, accounting for roughly 77.7% of the total population increase in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. For locations excluded from this dataset, or for periods after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (based on 2021 data) are applied instead. Because these state-level projections lack detailed age splits, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using proportional weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (based on 2022 data). Looking at long-term demographic shifts, the population is projected to grow at a rate slightly below the median for regional Australia, adding 674 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, which represents a total increase of 5.2% over the 16 years.
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340 new dwellings have been approved in Marcoola - Mudjimba over the past five years, an average of 68 a year. That places the area in the 75th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 50 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 80% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 17, 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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An average of approximately 68 new residential building approvals has been recorded annually in Marcoola - Mudjimba, totaling 340 approved dwellings over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 16 approvals registered during FY-26 so far. With an average occupancy rate of 1.9 new residents per built dwelling over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, local housing supply and demand remain balanced, supporting stable market conditions, while the average construction value of new homes is $347,000, aligning with broader regional trends. Additionally, commercial building approvals reached $4.6 million during the current financial year, highlighting that the locality remains predominantly residential.
Compared to the Rest of Qld, Marcoola - Mudjimba displays about 75% of the per capita construction volume, positioning it in the 78th percentile of evaluated regions nationwide, despite a recent acceleration in building activity. Residential construction is composed of 80.0% standalone houses and 20.0% medium and high-density options, maintaining a low-density character focused on detached properties that appeal to buyers seeking space. Notably, developers are building a higher ratio of traditional houses than the baseline mix recorded at the Census (62.0%), which points to sustained demand for single-family homes despite densification trends. The area exhibits low-density structural traits, with roughly 182 people per residential approval. According to demographic forecasts, Marcoola - Mudjimba is projected to add 661 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly figures from AreaSearch. Under current construction trends, the supply of new housing is expected to easily accommodate this demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth that exceeds these baseline forecasts.
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AreaSearch tracks 12 current infrastructure and development projects inside Marcoola - Mudjimba, worth an estimated $740 million. A further 106 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $15.2 billion. 30 are already under construction and 33 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics 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.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning schemes, and major developments have a significant impact on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 30 projects expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include Stockland Twin Waters West, the Sunshine Coast Airport Expansion Project, David Low Way in Pacific Paradise, and the New Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme (North Shore Local Plan), with the key projects of greatest relevance detailed below.
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Stockland Twin Waters
Masterplanned residential community on a 104 hectare site between the Maroochy River and the Sunshine Motorway, on land adjacent to the existing Twin Waters estate. Sunshine Coast Council granted preliminary approval in December 2023 after a decade long approvals process. Site establishment works, including trial embankments to monitor soil settlement, were completed by September 2025, and Stockland is now progressing civil works ahead of main construction. The community was officially launched in May 2026 as Stockland Twin Waters, delivering 450 homesites across waterfront and dry lots, with lot sizes ranging from 500sqm to 1200sqm and an average of about 700sqm.More than half the site is dedicated to open space, including a 17.4ha central lake with a walkable waterfront network, three parks, shared pedestrian and cycling paths, a dedicated kangaroo habitat reserve, and central wetland protection. The first release of 17 homesites is scheduled for late July 2026, with pricing expected from 1.15 million dollars.
Sunshine Coast Airport Expansion Project
Major airport expansion completed in June 2020 featuring a new 2,450m x 45m international runway (13/31) capable of handling wide-body aircraft including A330, B777, B787, and A350. The $347 million project enables direct international flights to Asia, China, and Hawaii, with new air traffic control tower and terminal upgrades. Declared a Priority Development Area in 2023, supporting ongoing terminal expansion, a 50-hectare aerospace precinct, and up to $1 billion in future infrastructure investments planned through 2040.
David Low Way, Pacific Paradise
Revised mixed-use community on a 12,775sq m former bowls club site, including 85 apartments, 52 short-term accommodation units (hotel), increased retail and commercial space of 1086sqm with potential gymnasium. Designed by KP Architects, planned by Place Design Group. Reduced building heights to meet community expectations.
Wilkins Park, Pacific Paradise Improvements
Sunshine Coast Council is developing a concept plan for future improvements to Wilkins Park, a local park in Pacific Paradise. The plan aims to create a welcoming and enjoyable space for play, recreation, community gathering, and enjoying nature, based on community input. No funding is currently allocated for construction.
Marcoola Streetscape Project
A placemaking and streetscape project by Sunshine Coast Council to improve the amenity, safety, and character of Marcoola's town centre. The project included new footpaths, landscaping, seating, and improved pedestrian connections to enhance the public realm.
New Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme (North Shore Local Plan)
The Sunshine Coast Council is developing a new planning scheme to replace the 2014 scheme. The North Shore Local Plan, which covers Twin Waters, Mudjimba, Pacific Paradise, and Marcoola, is a key component. The plan aims to guide future development while protecting the area's coastal character, environmental features, and managing constraints like airport operations. The directions propose minimal changes to building heights and urban growth boundaries in Twin Waters, retaining its suburban character.
Pacific Paradise Streetscape Upgrade
A vibrant public space enhancement project undertaken by the Sunshine Coast Council. The upgrade included significant embellishments to Timari Street, Menzies Drive, and the service road beside David Low Way, featuring outdoor dining areas, public art, landscaping, shade trees, lighting, increased footpath space, new seating, and formalized traffic and parking areas to enliven the local town center.
Estia Health Twin Waters
A resort-style residential aged care facility that opened in 2017. The facility provides comprehensive care services, including dementia and palliative care, and features amenities such as an onsite caf,, hairdressing salon, and library. It is situated within the Twin Waters Retirement Village, offering a continuum of care for seniors in a prime location near the beach and local shops.
6,226 residents of Marcoola - Mudjimba are employed, from a labour force of 6,457. Unemployment sits at 3.6%, with participation at 59.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 11,318, about 89% 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 workforce in Marcoola - Mudjimba is characterized by high skill levels, strong representation in essential services, and a low unemployment rate of 3.6%. In March 2026, the employed population numbered 6,226 residents, with an unemployment rate 0.3% lower than the 3.9% recorded in Regional Qld, while labor force participation is lower at 59.2% compared to the regional figure of 64.3%. Census data indicates that a moderate 16.6% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 containment measures. The local resident workforce is primarily engaged in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.
Construction shows a high concentration, with an employment share 1.4 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, the agriculture, forestry & fishing sector has low representation, employing 0.9% of workers compared to the regional average of 4.5%. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that local employment opportunities are somewhat limited within the area. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics indicates that during the 12 months ending March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 2.2% and total employment fell by 2.9%, leading to a 0.7 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 the unemployment rate ticks up by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional context on future demand patterns in Marcoola - Mudjimba. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future 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 sectoral weightings to the local employment mix suggests employment within Marcoola - Mudjimba could grow by 6.8% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, representing a basic weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes that excludes local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Marcoola - Mudjimba is $1,506 a week (about $78,000 a year), with median personal income at $755 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,646 a year against an average of $65,256. 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 the latest postcode-level ATO data released by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the Marcoola - Mudjimba SA2 recorded a median income of $49,646 and an average income of $65,256. These figures sit slightly below national benchmarks, compared to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the financial year 2023, estimated incomes would be roughly $55,286 for the median and $72,669 for the average in March 2026. The 2021 Census shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Marcoola - Mudjimba are modest, placing between the 36th and 39th percentiles.
The largest income cohort comprises 32.6% of residents (4,135 people) earning in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, mirroring the metropolitan region where 31.7% fall into this bracket. Housing costs place a heavy burden on residents, leaving only 82.5% of income available, which ranks in the 35th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 5th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Marcoola - Mudjimba had 4,667 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 63% detached houses and 16% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 28% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $435 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,811 a month. Rent absorbs 28.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing stock in Marcoola - Mudjimba at the time of the latest Census consisted of 62.5% houses and 37.5% alternative dwelling types like semi-detached properties, townhouses, and apartments, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Marcoola - Mudjimba were higher than the regional average at 38.2%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (33.4%) or rented (28.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the Regional Qld average at $1,811, while the median weekly rent was $435, compared to regional averages of $1,655 and $345, respectively.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Marcoola - Mudjimba are below the Australian average of $1,863, whereas weekly rents are significantly higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Marcoola - Mudjimba counted 4,667 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,949 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 23% are couples with children, fewer than in 77% of areas nationally, against 38% couples without children. 24% 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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Families make up the majority of households at 72.2%, consisting of couples with children at 23.0%, couples without children at 37.9%, and single parent households at 10.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 27.8%, with single-person households at 23.6% and group households at 4.1%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.7% of adults in Marcoola - Mudjimba hold a university qualification, including 16.7% with a bachelor degree and 4.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.9% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 471 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,021 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment levels in Marcoola - Mudjimba are lower than regional benchmarks, with 23.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally. This difference highlights potential areas for educational expansion and skills growth. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 16.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 4.1% and graduate diplomas at 2.9%. Vocational qualifications are prominent, with 41.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.3%) and certificates (28.9%). A significant portion of the population is enrolled in formal study, totaling 24.7%.
This group includes 8.3% of the population in primary school, 7.0% in secondary school, and 4.3% attending tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Marcoola - Mudjimba reaches 40 stops on 2 routes, timetabled for about 430 services a week. The typical home sits about 400 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.4 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 assessment of public transit indicates there are 40 active transport stops in Marcoola - Mudjimba, consisting of bus services. These stops are connected to 2 distinct routes that generate a total of 426 passenger trips each week. Transit accessibility is favorable, with residents living an average of 399 meters from the closest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, a high proportion of workers commute out of the district, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of transport for 93% of commuters. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles.
Additionally, 16.6% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 60 trips per day, which translates to roughly 10 weekly trips for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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66.3% of residents in Marcoola - Mudjimba report no long-term health condition. 6.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health outcomes for residents in Marcoola - Mudjimba are generally positive, with analysis from AreaSearch showing mortality rates and chronic health conditions that align with national averages. The prevalence of common illnesses remains low across both young and old cohorts, and the rate of private health insurance coverage is slightly below the average SA2 area at approximately 52% of the population, representing about 6,583 individuals. The most prevalent health conditions recorded in the region were arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 10.0% and 7.9% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 66.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Health indicators for the working-age population are typical. Residents aged 65 and over represent 28.1% of the local population (3,560 people), which is higher than the 20.4% share in Regional Qld. Health outcomes for seniors are above average, with national health rankings matching those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Marcoola - Mudjimba is largely Australian-born, at 79.7% of residents, with 5.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.8%) and Australian (24.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Marcoola - Mudjimba has a lower level of cultural diversity compared to national averages, with citizens accounting for 87.4% of the population, 79.7% of residents born in Australia, and 94.7% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 49.1% of the local community. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld. Regarding parental ancestry, the three largest ethnic backgrounds in Marcoola - Mudjimba are English at 33.8%, Australian at 24.5%, and Irish at 9.5%. There are also notable differences in other groups, with Scottish ancestry overrepresented at 9.3% of the population (compared to 7.8% regionally), German ancestry at 5.1% (compared to 4.7%), and New Zealand ancestry at 1.0% (compared to 0.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Marcoola - Mudjimba is 49, older than 89% of areas nationally. 20.9% 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.
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The median age in Marcoola - Mudjimba is 49 years, which is higher than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national average of 38 years. Demographic data shows that the 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 15.1%, while the 5 - 14 cohort is smaller at 9.6% compared to Regional Qld. The proportion of residents aged 65 - 74 is higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort expanded from 7.9% to 10.1% of the population, and the 25 to 34 group increased from 9.7% to 11.1%.
In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.5% to 11.6%, and the 55 to 64 group dropped from 16.5% to 14.7%. By 2041, significant changes in age composition are expected, led by a 22% increase in the 75 to 84 age group, which is projected to grow from 1,284 to 1,563 people. This aging trend is prominent, with individuals aged 65 and over accounting for 61% of projected growth, while population declines are anticipated in the 45 to 54 and 5 to 14 cohorts.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Marcoola - Mudjimba
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 12 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 87 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (11,961 at the 2021 Census → 12,685 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 (316031426). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.