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Redland Bay has an estimated 20,294 residents, up from 17,765 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,529 people, or 14.2%. Growth has averaged 2.6% a year over five years, faster than 83% of areas nationally. 939 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 56.7% of that increase. That puts 433 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 research conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Redland Bay is approximately 20,294 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,529 people (14.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 17,765 residents. This population shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 20,283 alongside 939 validated new addresses registered since the Census. The density of the area stands at 432 persons per square kilometer, indicating a spacious environment with potential for future expansion. With a growth rate of 14.2% since the 2021 census, the area outpaced both the SA4 region (8.3%) and the national average, making it a regional leader in expansion.
The primary catalyst for this demographic growth was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 56.7% of the total population increase, though other factors such as overseas migration and natural increase also played positive roles. AreaSearch relies on projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia for each SA2 area, which were released in 2024 and use 2022 as the base year. For SA2 areas not included in that dataset and for years after 2032, the Queensland State Government’s SA2 projections are used; these were released in 2023 and are based on 2021 data. Those state-level projections do not break down population by age groups, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings derived from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Looking ahead, demographic trends point to a substantial population rise in the highest quartile of statistical areas nationwide, with the area projected to grow by 4,716 people to reach a total of 2041 by 2041, according to the latest annual ERP population figures, representing a 23.2% increase over the 16-year period.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,022 new dwellings have been approved in Redland Bay over the past five years, an average of 204 a year. That places the area in the 95th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 10 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 177 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 82% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 272, 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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Residential development in Redland Bay has averaged about 204 new dwellings approved each year, resulting in 1,022 homes over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 250 approvals have already been registered. Strong demand has supported local real estate values, with an average of 2.4 residents moving to the area for every new home completed between FY-21 and FY-25. The average building value for these new residences is $368,000. Additionally, commercial development shows solid progress with $34.9 million in commercial approvals recorded during the current financial year.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, the volume of new residential approvals in Redland Bay is slightly higher, running 13.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year period, which maintains choice for buyers while supporting property values. This activity level is significantly higher than the national average, demonstrating strong confidence from developers. The building mix consists of 82.0% detached houses and 18.0% townhouses or apartments, which preserves the low-density character of the neighborhood by focusing on single-family homes that appeal to buyers looking for space. The local market continues to expand, with approximately 78 people per dwelling approval. Demographic forecasts indicate that Redland Bay will add 4,705 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. The current rate of construction suggests housing supply is well-positioned to satisfy this demand, which should support buyers and potentially allow growth to exceed existing 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 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Redland Bay, worth an estimated $7.71 billion. A further 65 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $15.6 billion. 26 are already under construction and 23 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, planning initiatives, and major developments have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 13 projects likely to influence the area. Key developments include the Weinam Creek Priority Development Area, Marina Redland Bay, Baya by Villawood Properties, and the Southern Thornlands Priority Development Area, with details on the most relevant projects provided below.
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Weinam Creek Priority Development Area
A 42-hectare waterfront redevelopment at Redland Bay, comprising 36 hectares of land and approximately 6 hectares of Moreton Bay Marine Park. The Priority Development Area was declared in June 2013 to reinforce Weinam Creek as a regional gateway to the Southern Moreton Bay Islands of Macleay, Lamb, Karragarra and Russell. Stage 1 works are complete, including a new recreational boat ramp opened in November 2024 and over 260 temporary car parking spaces delivered across new facilities on Banana Street and Hamilton Street in late 2024.Following Redland City Council's December 2025 decision not to extend the Memorandum of Understanding with the preferred development partner Consolidated Properties Group, the Council resolved in February 2026 to transfer land to the Queensland Government. Economic Development Queensland is now leading delivery of the multi-storey car park as a fast-tracked, standalone priority, with design, planning approval and construction contracting well advanced. The original master plan including retail, medical, grocery and foreshore precinct elements remains in place but is under review.
Marina Redland Bay - Weinam Creek PDA
The Weinam Creek Priority Development Area (PDA) is a staged waterfront redevelopment in Redland Bay delivering expanded marina facilities, a new 3-lane recreational boat ramp (completed November 2024), additional car parking including a planned multi-storey car park, activated foreshore with retail, cafes, restaurants and medical services, and improved ferry terminal access to the Southern Moreton Bay Islands. Stage 1 delivered over 500 new car spaces and a footbridge. Following the expiry of a Memorandum of Understanding with Consolidated Properties Group in December 2025, Redland City Council resolved in February 2026 to transfer land to the Queensland State Government, with Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) now leading detailed design and construction of the multi-storey car park, with construction targeted for mid-2026.The State Government commenced compulsory acquisition of the ferry terminal land in April 2026 to support delivery.
Southern Thornlands Priority Development Area
Southern Thornlands is a 890 hectare Priority Development Area declared on 4 April 2025 and managed by Economic Development Queensland. The PDA is intended to support around 8,000 dwellings, new activity centres, business and industrial employment areas, integrated infrastructure planning, parks, schools and community facilities, while preserving wildlife corridors and koala habitat. The Interim Land Use Plan is in effect while EDQ prepares the full Development Scheme and Development Charges and Offset Plan, with public notification expected in 2026.The first PDA development application, DEV2025/1656 for the Precinct 1 Land Use Plan by Mirabel Thornlands Pty Ltd c/- RPS for the Urbex early release area, was approved on 31 October 2025.
Baya by Villawood Properties
Baya is a boutique masterplanned residential community by Villawood Properties comprising 224 homes delivered across seven stages on elevated bayside land at Redland Bay. The community includes neighbourhood parks, a linear park, environmental corridor, walking and cycling links, landscaped open space and public art. Civil works commenced in 2025, with Stage 1 under construction and Stage 2 preparing for release.
Broadwater Terrace and Marine Street Development
Development site for sale following revocation of state-facilitated development application for a build-to-rent residential project with 70-75 dwellings including affordable housing. Site spans 2,218 square meters across four titles in a district center zone permitting mixed uses.
Shoreline Redlands Master-Planned Community
A 279-hectare masterplanned coastal community in southern Redland Bay delivering approximately 3,000 homes for around 10,000 residents. Originally developed by Lendlease, the project was acquired on 29 November 2024 by the Stockland Supalai Residential Communities Partnership (Stockland 50.1%, Supalai 49.9%) as part of a broader $1.3 billion 12-community portfolio deal. More than 700 homes are now completed or under construction. Active precincts include The Reserve and the newly launched Bay Hill bayside land precinct (294 lots).Future plans include a town centre with retail, supermarket, medical and dining, a foreshore park, and a district-level sports facility. The community includes Scenic Shores State School, 2.8km of bay foreshore parkland, and 25% open green space. Won the UDIA Queensland Sustainability Award 2025 for its Mangrove Wetlands project.
Redlands Satellite Health Centre (Talwalpin Milbul)
The Redlands Satellite Health Centre, co-named Talwalpin Milbul ('Redland Bay Active' in Jandai), provides community-based healthcare. It features a walk-in Minor Injury and Illness Clinic for non-life-threatening conditions, operating 8am to 10pm daily. The facility also offers appointment-only specialist services including kidney dialysis, cancer day therapy, mental health support, and allied health. Renamed from Satellite Hospital to Health Centre in March 2025 to better reflect its clinical service model.
Shoreline Master Planned Community
A $2.3 billion masterplanned community at Redland Bay spanning 290 hectares, being delivered by Stockland Supalai Residential Communities Partnership (acquired November 2024). The development will deliver approximately 3,001 residential lots for around 10,000 residents. Key features include a future town centre, 2.8 km of bay frontage, 70 hectares of open space, and the open Scenic Shores State School. Over 700 homes have been completed or are under construction as of mid-2026. New precincts including Bay Hill (294 elevated lots with Moreton Bay views) launched April 2026.The project won the 2025 UDIA Queensland Sustainability Award for its Mangrove Wetlands project. An on-site wastewater treatment plant services the broader Southern Redland Bay catchment of 13,500 equivalent persons.
11,523 residents of Redland Bay are employed, from a labour force of 11,864. Unemployment sits at 2.9%, with participation at 71.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 16,023, about 79% 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 workforce in Redland Bay is highly skilled, particularly in the construction sector, with an unemployment rate of only 2.9% and estimated job growth of 3.8% over the past year. As of March 2026, there are 11,523 employed residents. The unemployment rate is 1.5% below the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, while workforce participation is comparable to the 70.4% recorded across Greater Brisbane. Census data indicates that a moderate 15.8% of residents worked from home, although this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. The primary employment sectors for residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.
The local labor force shows a strong specialization in construction, with its employment share reaching 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented at 5.0% compared to the regional benchmark of 8.9%. Comparing the Census figures for the local working population against the resident population suggests that local job opportunities within the area itself are limited. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the latest 12-month period saw employment rise by 3.8% while the labor force expanded by 4.1%, resulting in a 0.3 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 3.2% and labor force growth of 3.4%, with its unemployment rate rising by 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future labor demand in Redland Bay. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by industry. Applying these sectoral projections to the employment profile of Redland Bay indicates that local employment would grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population projections.
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Median household income in Redland Bay is $2,074 a week (about $108,000 a year), with median personal income at $847 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,064 a year against an average of $76,021. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The latest postcode-level ATO data processed by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that incomes in the Redland Bay SA2 are high relative to the rest of the nation, with a median income of $63,064 and an average income of $76,021. For comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded a median income of $58,236 and an average of $72,799. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $70,228 for the median and $84,657 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Redland Bay were positioned around the 64th percentile nationally.
The dominant income bracket is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, containing 37.4% of residents (7,589 people), which aligns with the regional average of 33.3% in this bracket. Housing expenses account for 16.1% of income, but strong overall earnings keep disposable income at the 70th percentile, and the area sits in the 6th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Redland Bay had 6,022 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 2% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 30% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $470 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,076 a month, a total housing cost higher than 77% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.1%. 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 stock in Redland Bay was dominated by detached houses, which made up 94.6% of dwellings, compared to 5.4% for semi-detached homes, apartments, and other housing types. In Greater Brisbane, the split was 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Home ownership in Redland Bay was significantly higher than the Brisbane metropolitan average at 29.9%, with 47.1% of properties mortgaged and 23.0% rented. The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $2,076, notably higher than the Greater Brisbane average of $1,863. The median weekly rent was $470, compared to $380 in Greater Brisbane.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Redland Bay exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Redland Bay counted 6,022 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,879 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 40% are couples with children, more than in 79% of areas nationally, against 32% couples without children. 14% 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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Families make up the vast majority of households at 84.2%, consisting of couples with children at 40.1%, couples without children at 32.3%, and single parents at 11.2%. Non-family households comprise the remaining 15.8% of the total, with single-person households at 13.6% and group households at 2.0%. The median household size is 2.8 occupants, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.5% of adults in Redland Bay hold a university qualification, including 12.5% with a bachelor degree and 3.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.5% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 996 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,007 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 in the area shows room for growth, with university completion rates at 17.5%, which is lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This highlights an opportunity for targeted learning programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education credential at 12.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.1% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 44.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.5% and certificates at 31.5%. Engagement in learning is strong, with 28.7% of the population enrolled in an educational program.
This student body includes 10.6% in primary school, 8.9% in high school, and 3.4% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
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Public transport in Redland Bay reaches 53 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 1,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 360 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.9 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport services in Redland Bay feature 53 active transit stops, offering a combination of ferry and bus options. These stops are served by 6 distinct routes, which accommodate 1,418 passenger journeys weekly. Transit access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 364 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and 94% of commuting residents travel by private vehicle. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.9 cars, which is higher than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, 15.8% of residents worked from home, potentially reflecting conditions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Transit services average 202 trips per day across the network, which translates to approximately 26 weekly departures for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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67.3% of residents in Redland Bay report no long-term health condition. 5.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.6 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 in Redland Bay are above the national average according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and chronic illness rates. The prevalence of common illnesses is low among the general public, though it rises above national averages within older, vulnerable cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 57% of the population (~11,486 people) holding private policies. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues in the area, affecting 8.8% and 8.5% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 67.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
The working-age cohort has a higher than average rate of chronic illnesses. Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.4% of the population (3,945 people), exceeding the Greater Brisbane average of 15.1%, although this cohort ranks lower in national comparisons.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Redland Bay is largely Australian-born, at 79.3% of residents, with 5.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.5%) and Australian (26.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Redland Bay is lower than average, with 79.3% of the population born in Australia, 89.8% holding citizenship, and 94.5% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, practiced by 51.1% of the population, compared to 47.8% in Greater Brisbane. In terms of ancestral background, the primary groups identified in Redland Bay are English at 32.5% of the population (higher than the regional average of 26.8%), Australian at 26.9%, and Scottish at 8.5%. There are also distinct variations in other backgrounds compared to the region: New Zealand ancestry represents 1.4% of the population (compared to 1.0% regionally), South Australian stands at 1.0% (compared to 0.6%), and Maori accounts for 0.9% (compared to 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Redland Bay is 39. 23.4% 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 of 39 years in Redland Bay is slightly higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 36, and very close to the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Redland Bay has a larger proportion of residents aged 65 - 74 (10.9%) but a smaller proportion aged 25 - 34 (10.1%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 5.2% to 6.4% of the population, while the 15 to 24 group grew from 12.2% to 13.3%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort shrank from 14.4% to 12.9%.
Significant shifts in age structure are projected by 2041. The 75 to 84 group is forecast to grow by 80% (an increase of 1,046 people), rising from 1,306 to 2,353. This aging trend is clear, as residents aged 65+ are expected to account for 55% of total population growth. In contrast, the 0 to 4 group is projected to grow by just 1%, adding 14 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Redland Bay
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 10 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 — 939 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (17,765 at the 2021 Census → 20,294 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 (301021009). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.