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Redland Bay has an estimated 20,316 residents, up from 17,765 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,551 people, or 14.4%. Growth has averaged 2.6% a year over five years, faster than 83% of areas nationally. 944 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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AreaSearch evaluations estimate that the population residing in Redland Bay reached approximately 20,316 by Aug 2026. This indicates an expansion of 2,551 individuals (14.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, when the recorded population stood at 17,765 people. Such progress has been determined by combining the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population figure of 20,283 with 944 validated new addresses established following the Census. With a population density measuring 433 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers ample personal space alongside opportunities for ongoing expansion. Redland Bay's 14.4% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced both the national benchmark and the broader SA4 region (8.5%), establishing it as a primary growth driver across the district.
This demographic surge was largely steered by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 56.7% of total population additions over recent timeframes, though natural increase and overseas arrivals also provided positive momentum. Projections compiled by the ABS and Geoscience Australia, issued in 2024 using 2022 as their starting baseline, are applied by AreaSearch across individual SA2 boundaries. Whenever SA2 locations lack these figures, or for periods extending past 2032, Queensland State Government SA2 forecasts published in 2023 utilizing 2021 inputs are implemented. Because these state figures do not break down numbers by age groups, AreaSearch incorporates proportional weighting distributions matching the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023 from 2022 records) across each demographic cohort. Looking at future population trajectories, the area is projected to experience substantial gains placing it within the highest quartile among statistical zones reviewed by AreaSearch, with forecasts anticipating a rise of 4,624 persons by 2041 according to recent annual ERP data, representing a cumulative increase of 22.6% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,150 new dwellings have been approved in Redland Bay over the past five years, an average of 230 a year. That places the area in the 93rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 11 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 230 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 84% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Annual residential building approvals in Redland Bay have stood at roughly 230 homes, generating a total of 1,150 approved residences across the preceding 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Alongside an influx averaging 2.1 new residents annually per dwelling constructed across the last 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26)—highlighting resilient buyer interest that underpins home valuations—newly constructed residences reflect an average construction value of $445,000. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $34.9 million during this financial year, underscoring substantial activity in non-residential development. Building activity within Redland Bay runs moderately above the Greater Brisbane average (16.0% higher per capita across the 5 year period), preserving sound choices for purchasers while supporting local real estate demand.
These rates sit considerably above nationwide benchmarks, demonstrating elevated confidence among builders in this market. Recent residential building permits comprise 84.0% detached dwellings alongside 16.0% attached dwellings, preserving the community's traditional low-density suburban landscape oriented around spacious properties tailored for households. With approximately 83 people per approval, Redland Bay displays the characteristics of an expanding district. Long-term forecasts indicate that Redland Bay will gain 4,591 residents leading up to 2041 (calculated from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on ongoing building paces, incoming housing volume appears well-positioned to satisfy prospective demand, establishing advantageous terms for buyers while creating capacity for growth to outperform existing expectations.
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AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Redland Bay, worth an estimated $7.71 billion. A further 64 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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Capital investments, town planning frameworks, and major works serve as critical determinants of local socioeconomic performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 13 projects positioned to influence the surrounding region. Notable developments include Weinam Creek Priority Development Area, Marina Redland Bay, Baya by Villawood Properties, and Southern Thornlands Priority Development Area, with key details provided below regarding the most significant initiatives.
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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 71.8%. 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 16,047, 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 labour pool in Redland Bay is highly capable, displaying strong participation within building and construction trades, an unemployment level of merely 2.9%, and an estimated 3.8% increase in jobs during the preceding year. As of March 2026, 11,523 local inhabitants are engaged in employment, accompanied by a jobless rate that sits 1.5% below the Greater Brisbane metric of 4.3%, while workforce involvement closely mirrors the wider Greater Brisbane standard of 70.1%. Census records indicate that 15.8% of employed persons carried out their duties from home, though adjustments for Covid-19 restrictions must be kept in mind.
Local workers are predominantly engaged across construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Construction represents a specialized sector locally, maintaining an employment proportion 1.7 times the regional standard. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, engaging only 5.0% of local workers in Redland Bay relative to 8.9% across Greater Brisbane. A comparison between Census working figures and the total resident populace indicates a constrained volume of local workplace opportunities. Analysis from AreaSearch, using SALM and ABS data, indicates that employment rose by 3.8% and the labour force grew by 4.1% during the year to March 2026. This shift led to an increase of 0.3 percentage points in the unemployment rate. Greater Brisbane showed different trends, with employment growing by 3.2% and the labour force expanding by 3.4%, resulting in a 0.1 percentage point rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional perspective on future demand in Redland Bay. These projections span five and ten-year periods and have been overlaid on the local employment profile to gauge growth patterns. National employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these figures vary considerably across industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Redland Bay's employment mix, local employment is estimated to grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.0% over ten years. This calculation relies on a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised 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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Data from the ATO aggregated by AreaSearch at the postcode level for financial year 2023 shows that taxpayers in the Redland Bay SA2 earned a median income of $63,064 and an average income of $76,021. These amounts sit comfortably above the nationwide baseline, while also exceeding Greater Brisbane's median of $58,236 and average of $72,799. Factoring in an 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach approximately $70,228 (median) and $84,657 (average) as of March 2026. Across national income percentiles, Census figures place local household, family, and individual incomes around the 64th percentile.
In terms of earnings brackets, 37.4% of residents (7,598 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income tier, aligning with broader regional patterns where 33.3% occupy this bracket. Although residential accommodation absorbs 16.1% of income, strong earning capacity elevates disposable income to the 70th percentile, positioning the locality in the 6th decile on 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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According to the most recent Census, the residential landscape of Redland Bay was overwhelmingly made up of separate houses at 94.6%, with other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings) comprising 5.4%, differing markedly from metropolitan Brisbane where houses formed 73.5% and alternative dwellings represented 26.5%. Outright home ownership in Redland Bay reached 29.9%, notably higher than metropolitan Brisbane, while 47.1% of homes were held under a mortgage and 23.0% were occupied by renters. The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,076 exceeded the metropolitan Brisbane standard of $1,863, and the median weekly rent stood at $470 compared to $380 regionally.
On a nationwide scale, local mortgage commitments surpass the Australian average of $1,863, and rental payments remain considerably higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Redland Bay counted 6,022 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,887 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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Family units constitute the predominant living arrangement, making up 84.2% of all households in the area. This structure includes couples with children at 40.1%, couples without children at 32.3%, and single parent families accounting for 11.2%. Non-family living situations represent the remaining 15.8%, composed of lone person households (13.6%) and group households (2.0%). The median household occupancy stands at 2.8 people, exceeding the Greater Brisbane benchmark 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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Higher education qualifications present an area for potential growth, as the proportion of university degree holders (17.5%) sits well below the Greater Brisbane benchmark of 30.5%, highlighting opportunities for targeted academic programs. Among tertiary qualifications, bachelor degrees account for 12.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational and technical training is widely represented, with 44.0% of individuals aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificate-level courses (31.5%). Engagement with learning institutions is substantial, with 28.7% of local inhabitants actively participating in formal education programs.
This cohort includes 10.6% attending primary education, 8.9% in secondary education, and 3.4% enrolled in tertiary education courses.
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Getting around Redland Bay means driving: households keep an average of 1.9 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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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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Redland Bay records favorable health metrics overall according to AreaSearch research on mortality rates and chronic health patterns, with low rates of common health ailments across the general population despite elevated rates among senior, at-risk groups, alongside an extensive private health insurance uptake covering approximately 57% of all inhabitants (~11,498 people). Asthma and mental health conditions were identified as the most prevalent health issues locally, affecting 8.8 and 8.5% of the populace, respectively, whereas 67.3% of inhabitants reported no diagnosed chronic conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Residents in working-age brackets experience higher-than-average chronic health diagnoses.
Individuals aged 65 and over make up 18.7% of the community (3,807 people), outpacing the 15.0% proportion in Greater Brisbane, while holding a lower national ranking relative to the broader population.
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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Measures of cultural diversity in Redland Bay sit below typical benchmarks, with 79.3% of the populace born within Australia, 89.8% holding Australian citizenship, and 94.5% communicating exclusively in English at home. Christianity forms the dominant religious affiliation, representing 51.1% of community members in Redland Bay, compared to 47.8% across the Greater Brisbane area. Looking at ancestral backgrounds (parental country of birth), the primary lineages in Redland Bay are English at 32.5% of the populace—notably exceeding the 26.8% regional standard—followed by Australian at 26.9% and Scottish at 8.5%. Furthermore, variations appear across several other ethnic representations: New Zealand lineage is represented at 1.4% (vs 1.0% regionally), South Australian at 1.0% (vs 0.6%), and Maori at 0.9% (vs 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Redland Bay is 39. 24.1% 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 demographic structure of Redland Bay aligns closely with Greater Brisbane across major age divisions, with the maximum deviation across cohorts being 7.1 percentage points. The median age stands at an estimated 39 as at August 2026, matching the 2021 Census figure, which was 3 years higher than the Greater Brisbane median of 36 recorded at that Census. Since the Census, the most prominent shift has occurred within the senior and retirement-age segment (65+), rising from 16.6% to an estimated 18.7% of the populace. Leading up to 2041, senior and retiree demographics are projected to drive the majority of local population growth, increasing by 2,515 residents (66%) to total 6,322.
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 Oct 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) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 944 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (17,765 at the 2021 Census → 20,316 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 Aug 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.