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Raceview has an estimated 16,418 residents, up from 15,154 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,264 people, or 8.3%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. 365 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,794 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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AreaSearch indicates that the resident count for Raceview is approximately 16,418 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,264 people (8.3%) from the 15,154 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 16,382 alongside 365 validated new addresses identified since the Census. The resulting population density stands at 1,794 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure across locations evaluated by AreaSearch. The area's post-census growth of 8.3% trails the national average (9.3%) by only 1.0 percentage points, showing solid growth foundations.
Interstate migration served as the main contributor, accounting for roughly 39.8% of the overall population gains in recent times, though overseas migration and natural increase also registered positive gains. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 (using 2022 as a base year) are utilized for each SA2 area. Where these are unavailable, or for years beyond 2032, the Queensland State Government's 2023 SA2 projections based on 2021 data are used. Because these state projections lack age-specific breakdowns, AreaSearch allocates growth weightings across age groups matching the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (based on 2022 data) for each cohort. Future demographic forecasts point toward lower quartile growth compared to other Australian statistical areas, with a projected increase of 704 residents by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP figures, representing a 4.1% rise over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
471 new dwellings have been approved in Raceview over the past five years, an average of 94 a year. That places the area in the 77th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 57 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 23% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 84, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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The locality has registered an average of approximately 94 new residential approvals annually, totaling 471 homes during the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 77 during the current FY-26 period. An average of 2 individuals relocated to the suburb for each home constructed over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), indicating that demand and supply remain balanced and market conditions stable. The average construction cost for these new homes is $205,000, which sits below the regional average and highlights options with greater affordability for purchasers.
Commercial projects valued at $11.0 million have also been approved this financial year, pointing to steady business development. Building activity per capita in Raceview is approximately half the rate of Greater Brisbane, though it ranks in the 70th percentile of analyzed areas nationwide. Recent approvals comprise 23.0% detached houses and 77.0% attached dwellings. This emphasis on denser housing formats offers more affordable entry points suited to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a distinct shift from the existing housing profile (currently 87.0% houses), reflecting a decline in available development sites and responding to changing lifestyle preferences and budget constraints. With roughly 320 people for every dwelling approval, Raceview is an evolving market. Based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch, population projections indicate Raceview will add 668 residents by 2041. Present construction volumes suggest that housing supply is on track to satisfy demand, creating positive conditions for buyers and potentially allowing growth to outpace current projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 11 current infrastructure and development projects inside Raceview, worth an estimated $562 million. A further 85 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $53.8 billion. 47 are already under construction and 31 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major works, and planning updates are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked 24 projects likely to influence the area. Prominent developments include Monterea Land Holdings Monterea Estate, Raceview Rise, Cross Street Kerb and Channel Rehabilitation, and Scenic Views Estate Brassall, with further details provided below for those of high relevance.
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Monterea Land Holdings Monterea Estate
Affordable residential lots from 300-480m2 in central Ripley location. Close to Ripley Town Centre and transport infrastructure.
Ripley Valley Estate
Masterplanned residential community by Satterley in the Ripley Valley growth corridor. The estate will deliver around 502 residential lots together with parks, open space and connections to nearby schools, shopping and transport. Land sales and staged civil works continue, with multiple stages actively being released and developed.
Scenic Views Estate Brassall
Residential development project in Brassall featuring family homes with scenic views. Development includes infrastructure for roads, utilities, and landscaping to support new housing in growing Springfield-Ipswich corridor. Situated just 6km northwest of the Ipswich CBD, enjoying wonderful district views of the surrounding bushland, with great access to the Warrego Highway and Ipswich rail lines.
Bremervale Park Bioretention Basins Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation of three bonded bioretention basins at Bremervale Park to improve stormwater quality, reduce pollutants entering local waterways, and enhance environmental benefits. The project includes installation of ephemeral wetlands that remain dry most of the time, holding water briefly after rain events. As water drains away, it filters into the ground, removing pollutants from stormwater runoff and improving the health of local waterways. The project is part of Ipswich City Council's Stormwater Quality Offsets Scheme funded by developer contributions.
Raceview Rise
Boutique residential land release offering 22 generously sized lots ranging from 450 sqm to 800 sqm in a family-friendly cul-de-sac position. Located in an established pocket of Raceview, the development features fully serviced lots with water, sewerage, underground power, and NBN coverage. Positioned just 6km from Ipswich CBD with convenient access to schools, parks, shopping centers, and transport links including arterial roads and rail connections to Brisbane, Toowoomba, and the Gold and Sunshine Coasts.
Cross Street Kerb and Channel Rehabilitation
Reconstruction of kerb, channel, and road pavement on a section of Cross Street, Raceview. This project is part of Ipswich City Council's 2025-2026 Capital Works Program focused on rehabilitating aging infrastructure in established suburbs. The work includes full pavement reconstruction to improve drainage, road condition, and safety for road users and pedestrians.
Ipswich AOD Residential Rehabilitation Facility (West Moreton Recovery)
Now open, West Moreton Recovery is a state-of-the-art 46-bed residential treatment facility providing voluntary rehabilitation and withdrawal services for adults. The $51.7 million center includes a 36-bed residential rehabilitation unit and a 10-bed withdrawal (detox) unit. Operated by Lives Lived Well in partnership with Queensland Health, the facility offers evidence-based care, 24/7 staffing, and programs ranging from 6 to 12 weeks to support recovery from alcohol and other drug issues.
AVJennings Cadence Estate
Family-friendly community 45km west of Brisbane. Features park, basketball court, kick-about oval, cycling/walking paths, and close to schools and shopping.
8,495 residents of Raceview are employed, from a labour force of 8,868. Unemployment sits at 4.2%, with participation at 68.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 13,279, about 81% 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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Raceview has a diverse workforce distributed across blue and white collar roles, with substantial representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of 4.2%, and an estimated job growth rate of 11.4% over the preceding year. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 8,495, representing an unemployment rate 0.1% below the Greater Brisbane figure of 4.3%, while workforce participation is slightly lower at 68.0% compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.4%. Census records show that a low 9.9% of residents worked from home, although this may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and retail trade.
The suburb displays a strong concentration in public administration & safety, with employment levels reaching 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented at 4.1% compared to the regional average of 8.9%. Comparing the Census working population against the resident population indicates that this mostly residential suburb offers few local jobs. An evaluation of SALM and ABS data by AreaSearch reveals that over the 12-month period, employment rose by 11.4% and the labor force grew by 10.1%, leading to a 1.1 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 3.2%, the labor force grow by 3.4%, and unemployment increase by 0.1 percentage points. Future local demand patterns can be understood via the national employment projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Although overall national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the local workforce profile suggests employment for Raceview residents could rise by 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for illustration and excludes local population changes).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Raceview is $1,563 a week (about $81,000 a year), with median personal income at $764 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,807 a year against an average of $64,260. 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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Based on ATO postcode data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Raceview SA2 recorded a median income of $57,807 and an average income of $64,260. These figures are below the national average and compare to Greater Brisbane figures of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, estimated figures as of March 2026 stand at roughly $64,374 (median) and $71,560 (average). The 2021 Census shows household, family, and individual incomes are modest, falling in the 39th to 41st percentiles.
Income distribution shows that 35.8% of the population (5,877 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the regional trend where 33.3% of individuals are in this bracket. After housing costs, residents retain 85.0% of their income for other expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Raceview had 5,464 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 87% detached houses and 1% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 37% rented and 27% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $315 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,408 a month. Rent absorbs 20.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the last Census, the housing stock in Raceview consisted of 87.0% houses and 13.0% alternative dwellings (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and other types), compared to the Brisbane metropolitan ratio of 73.5% houses and 26.5% alternative dwellings. The home ownership rate matches the metropolitan Brisbane average of 26.8%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (35.8%) or occupied by tenants (37.4%). The median monthly mortgage cost of $1,408 was much lower than the Brisbane average of $1,863, and the median weekly rent was $315 compared to $380 across the Brisbane metro area.
On a national level, monthly mortgage payments in Raceview are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents are also well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Raceview counted 5,464 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,920 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 33% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units represent the majority of households at 73.7%, which includes couples with children at 33.1%, couples without children at 25.6%, and single parent households at 14.0%. Non-family households comprise the remaining 26.3% of the total, with lone person households representing 23.6% and group households accounting for 2.7%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is slightly larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.2% of adults in Raceview hold a university qualification, including 9.5% with a bachelor degree and 1.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 32.2% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,090 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 998 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 present a challenge, with the university qualification rate sitting at 13.2%, which is well below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This situation highlights a key area for targeted educational strategies. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.5%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.9% and postgraduate qualifications at 1.8%. Technical and trade qualifications are highly prevalent, with 42.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 10.7% and certificates at 32.2%. Enrolment rates in education are high, with 30.0% of the population currently undertaking formal studies.
This proportion includes 11.8% in primary schools, 9.2% in secondary schools, and 3.3% in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Raceview reaches 47 stops on 2 routes, timetabled for about 250 services a week. The typical home sits about 290 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport analysis identifies 47 stops within Raceview, comprising bus services. These stops are served by 2 routes, providing a total of 252 weekly passenger trips. Accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 291 meters from their closest stop. As a commuter suburb, most residents travel elsewhere for work, with cars being the dominant travel mode at 93%. Households own an average of 1.5 vehicles. A low 9.9% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census figures which may have been impacted by pandemic conditions. Services average 36 trips per day across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 5 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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61.7% of residents in Raceview report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 91% of areas nationally. 8.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.7 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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AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality and chronic illness rates reveals notable health challenges in Raceview, with various conditions affecting both older and younger demographics, while the rate of private health insurance is low at roughly 51% of the population (~8,406 people). This is below the 55.8% rate recorded across Greater Brisbane. Mental health concerns and asthma represent the most frequent medical issues locally, affecting 11.1 and 9.9% of residents respectively. Conversely, 61.7% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Working-age residents face distinct health issues with higher rates of chronic illness.
Residents aged 65 and older make up 18.1% of the population (2,968 people), compared to 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. Seniors' health outcomes show challenges, with national percentiles matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Raceview is largely Australian-born, at 87.8% of residents, with 5.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.2%) and Australian (30.1%). 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 Raceview is below the national average, with 87.8% of the population born in Australia, 91.2% holding citizenship, and 94.2% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 53.9% of the population, compared to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three largest groups in Raceview are English (30.2%), Australian (30.1%, which is much higher than the regional average of 23.2%), and German (7.2%). Some other ethnic backgrounds show notable differences in representation: Samoan accounts for 1.0% of Raceview (compared to 0.9% across the region), New Zealanders represent 0.9% (compared to 1.0%), and Maori make up 0.8% (compared to 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Raceview is 36. 25.8% 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 Raceview is 36 years, matching Greater Brisbane's median of 36 but younger than the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age group is strongly represented at 9.5% compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 13.0%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 5.3% to 6.4% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 15.4% to 13.9%. Population projections for 2041 point to major demographic shifts, with the 75 to 84 age bracket expected to expand by 584 people (55%) from 1,054 to 1,639.
The 65+ age groups will drive 80% of the population growth, reflecting an aging trend. Conversely, the cohorts aged 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 will experience declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Raceview
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 | Jul 2026 last month all 11 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 Jul 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 — 365 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (15,154 at the 2021 Census → 16,418 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 (310031293). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.