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Millbank - Avoca has an estimated 7,868 residents, up from 7,406 at the 2021 Census — a change of 462 people, or 6.2%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. 156 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 79.6% of that increase. That puts 825 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 assessments conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Millbank - Avoca stands at approximately 7,868 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 462 people (6.2%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered 7,406 residents. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 7,848 from June 2025 and 156 validated new addresses identified since the Census. Such population numbers translate to a density of 824 persons per square kilometer, a figure that aligns closely with typical outcomes across the regions analysed by AreaSearch. The post-census growth of 6.2% in Millbank - Avoca is within 2.9 percentage points of the broader SA3 region (9.1%), indicating competitive local growth drivers.
Net interstate migration was the primary source of this expansion, accounting for roughly 79.6% of the overall population rise in recent times. Projections developed by the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2 area. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, or for periods past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 records are applied instead. Because these Queensland state figures do not detail age distributions, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which used 2022 data. Incorporating these demographic projections, expansion is projected to track within the lower quartile of non-metropolitan areas, with the region forecast to add 148 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, indicating a total growth of 1.6% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
112 new dwellings have been approved in Millbank - Avoca over the past five years, an average of 22 a year. That places the area in the 69th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 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 85, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Millbank - Avoca has averaged approximately 22 residential development approvals annually, resulting in 112 new dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In FY-26 to date, 78 approvals have been logged. With an average of 4.1 new residents per year per finished dwelling recorded between FY-21 and FY-25, demand runs ahead of supply, a situation that frequently triggers price inflation and heightened competition among buyers. The average value of these newly approved builds is $530,000, which suggests developers are focusing on the higher-end, premium sector. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $7.5 million this financial year, showing a subdued focus on non-residential development.
Building activity in Millbank - Avoca is significantly below the regional benchmark, registering 54.0% below the Rest of Qld average on a per capita basis. While construction has recently gathered pace, this undersupply of new dwellings generally supports demand and values for existing properties. The volume of building is also low by national standards, reflecting the established nature of the area and pointing to potential regulatory constraints. Standalone houses make up 95.0% of new projects, with the remaining 5.0% consisting of apartments or townhouses, which preserves the traditional low-density profile suited for families seeking spacious options. Interestingly, the proportion of traditional houses being built exceeds the existing stock profile, which stood at 77.0% at the Census, indicating sustained appetite for detached housing despite land use pressures. With roughly 235 residents per approval, the low density character of Millbank - Avoca is clearly evident. Looking forward, projections based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly calculations indicate Millbank - Avoca will add 128 residents by 2041. Under current building trends, the supply of new housing should comfortably accommodate this demand, creating positive conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth that outpaces current predictions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Millbank - Avoca, worth an estimated $20 million. A further 57 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $9.48 billion. 24 are already under construction and 28 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major construction projects, and planning frameworks are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 9 projects that are likely to influence the local area. Key developments include New Social Housing in Avoca, Bundaberg Regional Aviation and Aerospace Precinct, Bundaberg GHAG Solar PV Park, and the RFDS Aviation Training Centre, with the details of the most significant projects listed below.
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New Social Housing in Avoca, Bundaberg
Two-stage modular social housing development delivering 46 homes for Queenslanders experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Stage 1 comprising 6 family homes has been completed and occupied. Stage 2 comprising 40 apartments across seven two-storey and two three-storey buildings is now under construction after commencing in late 2025, with completion and tenant occupation expected during mid 2026. The development includes 7-star energy efficient modular homes, communal open space, accessible design and is managed by the Bundaberg Housing Service Centre.
Bundaberg Regional Aviation and Aerospace Precinct
An 11-hectare master-planned aviation and aerospace business park adjoining Bundaberg Regional Airport at Kensington. The estate is being delivered in stages by Bundaberg Regional Council and comprises around 34 lots (average 3,000 to 3,200 square metres) with a mix of airside and landside frontages, taxiways, aircraft aprons, road and sewer infrastructure. The precinct already hosts the joint RFDS and LifeFlight Aeromedical Base (opened 2020) and the RFDS Aeromedical Training Academy (officially opened 2024), which houses the only Beechcraft King Air full-flight simulator in Australia.Recent additions include a Council-approved multi-tenant commercial building at 15 Aviation Crescent, with further serviced lots and airside hangar sites being released for sale and lease to support general aviation, emergency services, advanced manufacturing and aerospace-related industry, with 24 by 7 airport access.
Branvale Estate
A premium residential land estate in Bundaberg offering fully serviced, easement-free allotments exceeding 1,000m2 with wide frontages. Stage 3 construction is now complete with 18 allotments sold out and new stages planned. Features rock-free, flat, flood-free lots with town water, sewer, NBN and underground power. The estate maintains high building standards with custom-built homes, providing spacious lots suitable for sheds, pools and family homes.
The Ridge on Branyan
A premium riverside residential estate in Branyan offering elevated land opportunities with access to the Burnett River. Stages 1-9 are sold out with Stage 11 releasing soon. Block sizes range from 700-1300 sqm with full services including sewerage, town water, underground power, and NBN. Located close to Sugarland Shopping Centre, Branyan State School, a new childcare facility, CQU campus, new hospital site, and Bundaberg Airport.
St Vincent de Paul Social Housing Walkervale Bundaberg
An 81 dwelling social housing development on the corner of Barolin and Maynard Streets in Walkervale, comprising 60 units and 21 single homes delivered under the QuickStarts QLD program. The project is being developed in partnership between St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland Housing and the Queensland Government, with homes to be operated by Vinnies Housing. Construction is progressing following Ministerial Infrastructure Designation approval, delivering long term social and affordable housing with on-site wrap-around support services including furniture and food assistance.
Millbank Wastewater Treatment Plant - Inlet Works
Upgrade to the Millbank Wastewater Treatment Plant to unlock the Branyan Local Area Plan and substantial residential housing developments. This project is funded under the Residential Activation Fund.
Bundaberg Social Housing Program
Seven new social housing homes in Bundaberg South as part of Homes for Queenslanders plan. Additional social housing opportunities being assessed at government-owned Avoca site.
New Bundaberg Hospital
The $1.2 billion New Bundaberg Hospital is a major greenfield development featuring a six-storey clinical building with over 400 beds. The facility includes an expanded emergency department, a rooftop helipad, mental health units, and teaching spaces. It serves as the centerpiece of the Bundaberg Health and Enterprise Precinct, aimed at providing level 5 health services to the growing Wide Bay region while mitigating flood risks associated with the existing hospital site.
3,510 residents of Millbank - Avoca are employed, from a labour force of 3,666. Unemployment sits at 4.3%, with participation at 55.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 7,171, about 91% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labor force is evenly split between white-collar and blue-collar roles, with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of 4.3%, and employment expanding by an estimated 7.1% over the preceding year. As of March 2026, 3,510 local residents are employed. The unemployment rate sits 0.3% higher than the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, and participation in the workforce is notably lower, at 55.7% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a low 3.3% of the working population operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.
Local employment is heavily represented in healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The concentration of workers in healthcare & social assistance is particularly pronounced, reaching 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, construction is underrepresented, employing 7.6% of the Millbank - Avoca workforce compared to 10.1% across Regional Qld. A comparison between the census working population and resident counts suggests that this predominantly residential district provides limited local employment opportunities. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that for the 12 months ending March 2026, the number of employed residents grew by 7.1% while the overall labor force expanded by 5.3%, leading to a 1.6 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Regional Qld experienced employment growth of 0.1%, labor force growth of 0.3%, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future workforce demands in Millbank - Avoca. These five-year and ten-year national projections have been applied to the local workforce mix to model potential local outcomes. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual industries will grow at different rates. Applying these sectoral growth rates directly to the local employment structure suggest Millbank - Avoca's workforce could expand by 6.6% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, assuming a simple weighted projection that does not factor in localized demographic changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Millbank - Avoca is $1,113 a week (about $58,000 a year), with median personal income at $583 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $44,345 a year against an average of $55,563. 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 data from the ATO released for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the Millbank - Avoca SA2 recorded a median income of $44,345 and an average income of $55,563. This is lower than the national figures, and compares to a median of $53,146 and average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Adjusting for a 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, these figures would equate to approximately $49,383 for median income and $61,875 for average income as of March 2026. Looking at the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Millbank - Avoca all fall within the bottom 8th to 10th percentiles nationwide.
The data indicates that 30.0% of individuals (2,360 people) earn within the $400 - 799 bracket, contrasting with the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is most common at 31.7%. Affordability pressures are high, leaving residents with only 84.5% of their income after housing costs, a figure that ranks in the 10th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Millbank - Avoca had 3,018 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 77% detached houses and 3% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 29% rented and 42% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $295 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 26.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Millbank - Avoca consisted of 77.0% separate houses and 23.0% other options such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings, compared to 76.4% separate houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Millbank - Avoca were higher than the regional average, standing at 42.0%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (28.5%) or rented (29.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment was lower than the regional baseline at $1,300, and the median weekly rent was $295, compared to Regional Qld averages of $1,655 and $345 respectively.
Nationally, mortgage repayments in Millbank - Avoca are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Millbank - Avoca counted 3,018 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,206 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 85% of areas nationally, against 32% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up 66.0% of the total households, consisting of couples with children at 20.5%, couples without children at 31.9%, and single parent families at 12.5%. Non-family households represent the remaining 34.0%, with single person households accounting for 31.1% and group living situations representing 2.9%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is slightly lower than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.1% of adults in Millbank - Avoca hold a university qualification, including 9.8% with a bachelor degree and 1.7% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 93% of areas nationally. A further 28.9% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 308 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 953 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 is low in the region, with university qualification levels at 13.1% compared to the national average of 30.4%. This gap represents a challenge as well as an opportunity for targeted learning programs. Among tertiary qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.8%, with postgraduate qualifications at 1.7% and graduate diplomas at 1.6%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 36.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, including advanced diplomas at 7.8% and certificates at 28.9%. A significant 23.8% of the local population is enrolled in formal study.
This student cohort includes 9.4% in primary schools, 7.2% in high schools, and 2.9% in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Millbank - Avoca reaches 24 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 260 services a week. The typical home sits about 360 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of public transport reveals 24 active stops in Millbank - Avoca, served by a mix of buses. These stops accommodate 6 separate routes, providing 257 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 358 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the district, and private vehicles remain the main transport mode at 95%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per household, which is below the regional average. A low 3.3% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data that may reflect pandemic conditions.
Service frequency across all routes averages 36 trips per day, which equates to about 10 weekly trips per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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54.6% of residents in Millbank - Avoca report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 83% of areas nationally. 11.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 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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An analysis of mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses by AreaSearch shows that Millbank - Avoca faces considerable health challenges across both older and younger age groups. Private health insurance coverage is low, with only about 47% of the population (~3,729 people) holding cover. This compares to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues in the area, affecting 13.5% and 9.4% of the population respectively. Meanwhile, 54.6% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
The working-age cohort has high rates of chronic illness, indicating notable health struggles. Residents aged 65 and over make up 32.2% of the local population (2,536 people), which is higher than the 20.4% recorded in Regional Qld. Senior health indicators show some areas of concern, with national rankings aligning closely with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Millbank - Avoca is largely Australian-born, at 88.5% of residents, with 4.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.3%) and Australian (30.5%). 4.0% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Millbank - Avoca is lower than average, with 88.5% of the population born in Australia, 92.2% holding citizenship, and 95.2% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, accounting for 56.1% of the population, compared to 52.2% in Regional Qld. The top three ancestral backgrounds in Millbank - Avoca are English, representing 32.3% of the population, Australian at 30.5%, and Scottish at 7.8%. There are also variations in other groups, with German backgrounds overrepresented at 6.3% of the population (compared to 4.7% regionally) and Australian Aboriginal backgrounds at 4.0% (compared to 3.9% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Millbank - Avoca is 48, older than 86% of areas nationally. 22.0% 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 Millbank - Avoca is 48, which is higher than the Regional Qld median of 41 and the national average of 38. The 75 - 84 age cohort is highly represented at 12.5% of the population compared to Regional Qld, while the 35 - 44 cohort is smaller at 9.4%. This 75 - 84 concentration is higher than the national average of 6.1%. Data since the 2021 Census shows the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 10.2% to 11.6% of the population, while the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 10.1% to 9.5%.
Significant shifts in the age structure are expected by 2041, led by a 42% growth in the 85+ cohort (adding 212 people to reach 725 from 512). The aging trend is clear, with residents aged 65+ representing 73% of the projected growth. Conversely, population declines are forecast for the 65 to 74 and 5 to 14 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Millbank - Avoca
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 1 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 Jun 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 — 156 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,406 at the 2021 Census → 7,868 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 (319011500). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.