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Riverview has an estimated 3,453 residents, up from 3,067 at the 2021 Census — a change of 386 people, or 12.6%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years, faster than 79% of areas nationally. 134 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 69.8% of that increase. That puts 444 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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Based on AreaSearch's analysis, Riverview's population is around 3,453 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 386 people (12.6%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,067 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 3,168 from the ABS as of June 2025 and an additional 134 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 443 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Riverview's 12.6% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.3%), along with the state, marking it as a growth leader in the region.
Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 69.8% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Anticipating future population dynamics, lower quartile growth of national areas is anticipated, with the area expected to increase by 150 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting recording a decrease of 3.9% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
127 new dwellings have been approved in Riverview over the past five years, an average of 25 a year. That places the area in the 55th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 25 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 8% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Few approvals have been recorded in the most recent months, well below the longer-run average; the latest ABS periods are still being reported. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Riverview has experienced around 25 dwellings receiving development approval per year, with 127 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 1 so far in FY-26. With an average of only 0.7 people per year moving to the area for each dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), new construction is matching or outpacing demand, offering buyers more options and enabling population growth that could exceed current expectations, while new properties are constructed at an average value of $292,000. Additionally, $5.2 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, suggesting the area's residential character.
When measured against Greater Brisbane, Riverview has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person while it places among the 94th percentile of areas assessed nationally, though construction activity has intensified recently. New development consists of 8.0% detached dwellings and 92.0% townhouses or apartments. This focus on higher-density living creates more affordable entry points and suits downsizers, investors, and first-home buyers. This marks a significant departure from existing housing patterns (currently 96.0% houses), suggesting diminishing developable land availability and responding to evolving lifestyle preferences and housing affordability needs. The estimated count of 807 people in the area per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low activity development environment. Given stable or declining population forecasts, Riverview may experience less housing pressure, creating favourable conditions for buyers.
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 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Riverview, worth an estimated $1 billion. A further 69 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $19.2 billion. 19 are already under construction and 19 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, residential development and sports & recreation. 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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Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects and planning initiatives. In total 14 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Citiswich Business Park Expansion, Riverview Townhomes and Apartments, Woodlinks Village, and ForestBrook, with the below list detailing those likely to be of most relevance.
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Citiswich Business Park
Queensland's largest industrial development, Citiswich Business Park is a 350-hectare master-planned estate at Bundamba in the logistics hub of Brisbane's south-western corridor. Developed by Walker Corporation, the estate provides serviced industrial land and facilities for logistics, manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, and wholesale retail. Active staged expansion continues with Stage 6 sub-stages (6C1, 6C2, 6D) and Stage 7 (67.3 ha footprint north of Warrego Highway at Riverview) underway, alongside the $45 million SmartStores workstore development under construction at 183 Hume Drive.
Riverview Townhomes and Apartments
Residential development approved for 115 townhomes, 3 retail tenancies, and 4 apartments. Total development costs of $53.45 million.
ForestBrook
Masterplanned community of 164 residential homesites on a 28.26-hectare creekside site along Six Mile Creek, Collingwood Park. Stage 1 is now complete, Stage 2 is sold out, and Stage 3 (the final release) is now selling with nearly all lots sold. Features expansive creekside parklands with basketball half-court, play equipment, picnic areas, and tree-lined walkways. Located 32km from Brisbane CBD within the Brisbane to Ipswich growth corridor, with an estimated $1 billion in surrounding infrastructure underway or planned.
Gibbs Avenue 17 Lot Subdivision
Approved 17 lot residential subdivision on 8.3 hectares of land with development approval for lots ranging from 450 square metres to 2,307 square metres (average 868 square metres). The site features 104 metres frontage to Gibbs Avenue, low-density residential zoning, and readily available reticulated water and sewer connections. This represents one of the last remaining undeveloped land holdings in Collingwood Park, with future lots benefiting from extensive bushland balance areas. The site is conveniently located 1.2km from Woolworths Collingwood Park, 1.8km from Collingwood Park State Secondary College, and 33km southwest of Brisbane CBD.
Goupong Park Upgrade to District Recreation Park
Council-funded upgrade transforming Goupong Park into a district recreation park. The 2025-2026 budget has allocated funds to commence design work for this significant upgrade. The park currently features playground equipment, a skate park, half basketball court, BBQ facilities, walking paths, and recreational amenities. The upgrade aims to enhance facilities and expand the park's capacity to support increased community activities and recreational opportunities. The site holds cultural significance as a major Aboriginal camp area along Goodna Creek.
Ipswich and Logan Bus Service Improvement Package
A $70 million three-stage bus service improvement package for Ipswich and Logan growth areas, delivering new routes, improved frequency, and expanded connections to support rapid population growth, along with a new state-managed bus depot.
Collingwood Park State Secondary College
New state high school for the Collingwood Park area. Stage 1 opened in Term 1, 2025 for Year 7 and Year 8 students, featuring an administration building, general learning centre, science and industrial technology resources. Stage 2 is funded in the 2025-2026 budget with planned delivery for 2027, adding a multi-purpose hall, performing arts centre fit-out, and 16 general learning spaces.
Childcare Centre & Swim School - Collingwood Drive
Approved development for a purpose-built childcare centre and swim school on Collingwood Drive to service the growing Collingwood Park community. The project comprises modern early learning facilities together with an indoor learn-to-swim facility. No reliable public evidence was found that construction has commenced, with the project still appearing to remain at the approved stage.
1,120 residents of Riverview are employed, from a labour force of 1,316. Unemployment sits at 14.9%, with participation at 50.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.7% 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 4,198, about 122% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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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Riverview features a balanced workforce spanning white and blue collar employment, with manufacturing and industrial sectors strongly represented, an unemployment rate of 14.9%, and 15.8% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of March 2026, 1,120 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 10.6% above Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%, showing room for improvement, and workforce participation lags significantly (50.9% compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.4%). Based on Census responses, a low 9.4% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.
The dominant employment sectors among residents include manufacturing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The area has particular employment specialization in manufacturing, with an employment share of 2.4 times the regional level. On the other hand, professional & technical is under-represented, with only 3.5% of Riverview's workforce compared to 8.9% in Greater Brisbane. The ratio of 0.8 workers for each resident, as at the Census, indicates substantial local employment opportunities. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, over the 12 months to March 2026, employment increased by 15.8% while labour force increased by 10.0%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 4.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 3.2% and labour force growth of 3.4%, with a 0.1 percentage point rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Riverview. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Riverview's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.7% over five years and 12.5% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Riverview is $1,097 a week (about $57,000 a year), with median personal income at $497 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,357 a year against an average of $51,437. 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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AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 reveals that income in the Riverview SA2 is below the national average, with the median assessed at $48,357 while the average income stands at $51,437. This contrasts to Greater Brisbane's figures of a median income of $58,236 and an average income of $72,799. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $53,850 (median) and $57,280 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Riverview all fall between the 3rd and 7th percentiles nationally.
Income analysis reveals the predominant cohort spans 32.5% of locals (1,122 people) in the $800 - 1,499 category, diverging from the surrounding region where the $1,500 - 2,999 category predominates at 33.3%. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 81.5% of income remaining, ranking at the 7th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Riverview had 979 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 51% rented and 23% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $270 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,092 a month. Rent absorbs 24.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling structure within Riverview, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 96.2% houses and 3.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Riverview was lagging that of Brisbane metro, at 23.0%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (26.2%) or rented (50.8%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well below the Brisbane metro average at $1,092, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $270, compared to Brisbane metro's $1,863 and $380.
Nationally, Riverview's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Riverview counted 979 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,102 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 23% are couples with children, fewer than in 78% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households dominate at 68.1% of all households, comprising 22.7% couples with children, 22.7% couples without children, and 20.3% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 31.9%, with lone person households at 26.9% and group households comprising 5.2% of the total. The median household size of 2.5 people is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
11.2% of adults in Riverview hold a university qualification, including 7.3% with a bachelor degree and 2.6% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 85% of areas nationally. A further 30.6% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,366 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 931 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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The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates (11.2%) substantially below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 7.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.3%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 40.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (30.6%). Educational participation is notably high, with 33.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.8% in primary education, 10.1% in secondary education, and 2.6% pursuing tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Riverview reaches 27 stops on 58 routes, timetabled for about 1,500 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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 reveals 27 active transport stops operating within Riverview comprising a mix of train and buses. These stops are serviced by 58 individual routes, collectively providing 1,465 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 185 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 83%, with 10% by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per dwelling, below the regional average. A relatively low 9.4% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).
Service frequency averages 209 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 54 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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53.4% of residents in Riverview report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 96% of areas nationally. 14.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 14.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Critical health challenges are evident across Riverview, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts , and the rate of private health cover found to be extremely low at approximately 46% of the total population (~1,591 people). This compares to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. The national average is 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be mental health issues and asthma, impacting 13.2 and 11.4% of residents, respectively, while 53.4% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 20.2% of residents aged 65 and over (697 people), which is higher than the 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Riverview is largely Australian-born, at 76.8% of residents, with 16.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (26.0%) and English (26.0%). 7.8% 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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Riverview was found to be above average in terms of cultural diversity, with 23.2% of its population born overseas and 16.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in Riverview was found to be Christianity, which makes up 45.0% of people in Riverview. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Other, which comprises 1.3% of the population, compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane. In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Riverview are Australian, comprising 26.0% of the population, English, comprising 26.0% of the population, and Australian Aboriginal, comprising 7.8% of the population, which is substantially higher than the regional average of 2.1%.
Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Samoan is notably overrepresented at 5.2% of Riverview (vs 0.9% regionally), Maori at 1.9% (vs 1.1%) and Dutch at 1.8% (vs 1.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Riverview is 37. 27.3% 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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At 37 years, Riverview's median age is nearly matching the Greater Brisbane average of 36 while also very close to the Australian median of 38. Relative to Greater Brisbane, Riverview has a higher concentration of 75 - 84 residents (7.9%) but fewer 35 - 44 year-olds (12.3%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 11.8% to 13.5% of the population, while the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 10.9% to 12.3%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 15.6% to 11.6% and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 12.3% to 11.2%.
Demographic modeling suggests Riverview's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 75 to 84 cohort shows the strongest projected growth at 33%, adding 90 residents to reach 364. Senior residents (65+) will drive 89% of population growth, underscoring demographic aging trends. On the other hand, the 45 to 54 and 35 to 44 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Riverview
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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 May 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 — 134 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,067 at the 2021 Census → 3,453 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 (310031295). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.