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Robina - East has an estimated 18,355 residents, up from 16,861 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,494 people, or 8.9%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 94.7% of that increase. That puts 2,204 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 the analysis by AreaSearch, the community of Robina - East has a population of approximately 18,355 as of May 2026. Compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 16,861 residents, this represents a growth of 1,494 individuals (8.9%). This estimate is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 18,355 combined with 5 validated new addresses identified since the Census. The local population density stands at 2,203 persons per square kilometer, a figure that surpasses the typical density found in other national locations evaluated by AreaSearch. With its 8.9% growth rate since the 2021 census, the area outpaced the broader SA3 region's expansion of 8.0%, establishing it as a regional growth leader.
The primary driver of these population gains was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 94.7% of the total increase during recent timeframes. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year, are applied to each SA2 location. For years following 2032 or for areas lacking this dataset, SA2 projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (using 2021 baseline data) are utilized instead. Because the Queensland state datasets do not include breakdowns by age group, AreaSearch allocates age cohort growth weightings proportionally based on the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (with 2022 baseline data). Looking at upcoming demographic changes, the community is projected to experience population expansion exceeding the median for non-metropolitan locations, with an expected increase of 3,043 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, which translates to a 16.6% rise over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
212 new dwellings have been approved in Robina - East over the past five years, an average of 42 a year. That places the area in the 82nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 2 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 35 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 6% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 24, well below 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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In Robina - East, approximately 42 home building permits have been granted annually, totaling 212 residential approvals over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 22 approvals registered in FY-26 so far. With an average of 6 additional residents for every new dwelling constructed during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, the local housing supply is lagging demand considerably, which typically intensifies competition among buyers and creates upward pressure on pricing. Newly built residences carry an average construction value of $469,000, which is slightly higher than the regional benchmark and points to a focus on premium build quality.
Additionally, commercial development is moving at a moderate pace, with commercial building permits valued at $14.5 million registered in the current financial year. Robina - East registers roughly two-thirds the per-capita rate of new home approvals compared to the Rest of Qld, though it places in the 65th percentile among all locations evaluated across the country, showing a recent upward trend in construction activity. This level of activity remains lower than the national benchmark, which indicates a mature market and suggests possible limitations on new development sites. Recent approvals consist of 6.0% standalone homes and 94.0% multi-dwelling units like townhouses and apartments. This shift toward high-density construction offers more accessible price points and appeals to first-home buyers, downsizers, and property investors. This represents a major departure from the current housing inventory, which is comprised of 70.0% houses, reflecting a scarcity of vacant land and adapting to evolving lifestyle preferences and budget constraints. The area has approximately 2321 residents for every residential approval, which highlights the mature state of the local market. Projecting forward, the population of Robina - East is anticipated to grow by 3,043 people by 2041, relative to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Should construction rates remain at their current levels, the addition of new housing may fall short of matching this population growth, potentially heightening competition for properties and encouraging stronger price appreciation.
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 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Robina - East, worth an estimated $971 million. A further 136 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $34.5 billion. 41 are already under construction and 55 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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 updates, planning decisions, and major development proposals have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 46 projects likely to affect this locality. Key developments include Cienna Varsity Ridge, the Robina Hospital Expansion, the Robina Private Hospital Expansion, and the Varsity Lakes Coles Shopping Centre, with the provided list highlighting those of greatest local significance.
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Ombre Robina
Designed by BDA Architecture, Ombre Robina is an eight-storey mixed-use building comprising 95 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments alongside ground floor retail spaces. Developed by Immerse Projects and built by Greyburn Building Contractors, the project features premium resident amenities including a 20-metre pool, private work-from-home pods, resident lounge, and an off-leash dog area. Construction commenced in mid-2024, with residents expected to move in by May 2026.
Cienna Varsity Ridge
Four-tower master-planned apartment community by Homecorp comprising 546 apartments. Stage One delivered 257 apartments in 2023. Stage Two is under construction, delivering 289 one, two and three-bedroom apartments across 12 and 14-storey towers with resort-style amenities, retail space, landscaped communal areas and additional public parking. Completion is targeted for 2027.
Robina Home + Life Centre
Robina Home + Life Centre is a large format retail centre featuring approximately 14,770sqm of retail space with 13 retailers focused on home and lifestyle products, including Bedshed, DecoRug, Early Settler Furniture, Elephant Grounds cafe, Forty Winks, James Lane, Kitchen Connection, Nick Scali, Officeworks, Petstock, Supercheap Auto, The Good Guys, and The Reject Shop. It includes 315 car parks and was originally developed by QIC. The centre was sold to Primewest (now part of Centuria) in 2021 for $66 million and remains operational with recent leasing activity in 2024.
Robina Town Centre Market Hall Redevelopment
$270 million staged redevelopment of Robina Town Centre including Market Hall and 'The Kitchens' precincts. Major retail and dining expansion creating contemporary shopping and entertainment destination with 65 new traders including restaurants, bars, cafes, and microbrewery. Project completed as part of broader town centre revitalisation strategy.
Robina Private Hospital Expansion (Stage 2)
A $190 million stage two expansion of Robina Private Hospital on the Gold Coast, designed by HSPC Health Architects for owner Australian Unity and operator Aurora Healthcare Australia. Gold Coast City Council granted full development approval in early 2025 for a nine-storey building delivering 185 mental health, medical rehabilitation and acute surgical beds, seven surgical theatres, mental health group therapy rooms, additional rehabilitation gyms, a ground floor cafe, retail pharmacy, 700 square metres of medical imaging, over 30 doctors consulting suites, and three levels of basement parking.The building targets a 5 star Green Star rating and will occupy a 6,701 square metre site on the corner of Robina Parkway and Bayberry Lane, adjoining the existing 90 bed Robina Private Hospital. Construction was slated to commence in early 2026 and is expected to generate more than 200 building and construction jobs.
Miami State School Upgrade
Upgrade of Miami State School including a new general learning area building, refurbishment of the administration building, and earlier completed campus improvements including new classrooms, site renewal and administration facilities. The project supports enrolment growth and delivery of contemporary learning environments.
Burleigh Waters Master Plan Community
A $2 billion mixed-use waterfront precinct spanning 5.66 hectares at Lake Orr. The development features 1,500 dwellings across apartments and townhomes, a retail market square, medical center, childcare, and commercial offices. As of early 2026, civil infrastructure works including internal roads and utilities are progressing. A significant component includes a luxury aged care village by Odyssey Lifestyle Care Communities on a 3,600sqm site within the estate, designed to meet the growing demand for seniors living in the Gold Coast golden triangle.
European Train Control System - Beenleigh to Varsity Lakes
Installation of the European Train Control System (ETCS) digital signalling system between Beenleigh and Varsity Lakes. Construction commenced in February 2025 and includes installation of signalling equipment, balises, radio masts, antennas, technology huts, axle counters and cabling to improve rail safety, capacity, efficiency and reliability. The project is being delivered by the Sequence Alliance comprising the Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Rail and Hitachi Rail.
10,280 residents of Robina - East are employed, from a labour force of 10,507. Unemployment sits at 2.2%, with participation at 67.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 15,924, about 87% 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 workforce in Robina - East is highly educated, featuring a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.2%, and a 3.5% estimated rise in employment over the preceding year. As of March 2026, working residents numbered 10,280, and the unemployment rate sat 1.8 percentage points below the 3.9% figure recorded in Regional Qld. Labor force participation is relatively typical, standing at 67.9% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data shows that a moderate 17.2% of local workers operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
The principal sectors employing local residents are retail trade, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The neighborhood displays a notable concentration of jobs in professional & technical fields, which is 1.6 times higher than the regional average. In contrast, the agriculture, forestry & fishing industry represents only 0.3% of the workforce, compared to the regional average of 4.5%. This is a predominantly residential suburb that provides relatively few local job opportunities, as shown by comparing the count of the Census working population against the resident population. Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch indicates that for the year ending March 2026, local employment expanded by 3.5% and the total labor force grew by 3.3%, which helped lower the unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points. During the same period, Regional Qld saw employment grow by 0.1% and the labor force by 0.3%, with its unemployment rate increasing by 0.1 percentage points. Future labor demand in Robina - East can be contextualized using the national employment projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local workforce structure to model future growth trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual industries will grow at vastly different rates. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment profile of Robina - East suggests that local jobs could grow by 6.8% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though this is a simple weighted calculation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Robina - East is $1,851 a week (about $96,000 a year), with median personal income at $756 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,719 a year against an average of $64,845. 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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Aggregated postcode data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year shows that taxpayers in the Robina - East SA2 recorded a median income of $51,719 and an average income of $64,845. These figures are lower than the national averages and compare to $53,146 (median) and $66,593 (average) across Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be roughly $57,594 for median income and $72,211 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household income is in the 56th percentile ($1,851 weekly), while personal income ranks in the 39th percentile.
Income distribution shows that 33.5% of residents (6,148 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the regional trend where 31.7% of the population falls into this bracket. High housing costs account for 17.7% of income, yet solid overall earnings keep disposable income in the 54th percentile, and the area's SEIFA index for income places it in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Robina - East had 5,820 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 70% detached houses and 8% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 29% rented and 34% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $540 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,006 a month. Rent absorbs 29.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census, the housing mix in Robina - East consisted of 69.5% detached houses and 30.5% alternative dwelling types (semi-detached, apartments, and other housing), compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Robina - East matched Regional Qld at 34.2%, while the remaining properties were either mortgaged (37.2%) or occupied by tenants (28.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,006, which is considerably higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $540 compared to $345 in Regional Qld.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Robina - East exceed the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents are significantly higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Robina - East counted 5,820 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,336 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 36% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 19% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 76.9%, which includes couples with children at 35.5%, couples without children at 28.2%, and single parent households at 12.5%. Non-family households represent the remaining 23.1%, consisting of single-person households at 18.6% and group households at 4.4%. The median household size of 2.7 occupants is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
28.5% of adults in Robina - East hold a university qualification, including 19.4% with a bachelor degree and 6.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 22.0% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,054 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,043 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 educational profile of the area is distinct within the region, as university degree attainment (28.5% of residents aged 15+) is higher than both the Rest of Qld average of 20.6% and the SA4 regional average of 25.4%, highlighting a strong local emphasis on tertiary qualifications. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (6.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 35.2% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.2%) and certificates (22.0%). Participation in study is high, with 31.7% of the local population enrolled in some form of education.
This is comprised of 9.5% in primary schools, 8.7% in tertiary institutions, and 7.8% in secondary schools.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Robina - East reaches 67 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 1,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 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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Analysis of local transit options reveals 67 active transport stops in Robina - East, consisting of various bus options. These locations are connected by 7 distinct routes, which support a combined total of 1,429 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is rated as good, with residents living an average of 205 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, the majority of workers commute to other areas, and private cars remain the dominant mode of travel at 92%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.6 cars per dwelling. Additionally, 17.2% of workers worked from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect COVID-19 pandemic conditions.
Transit service frequency averages 204 trips per day across all routes, which is equivalent to approximately 21 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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72.2% of residents in Robina - East report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 88% of areas nationally. 4.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.1 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 indicators show excellent results in Robina - East according to AreaSearch's evaluation of chronic illness prevalence and mortality rates, which reveal a very low rate of common health issues across all age groups, while the rate of private health insurance is relatively low, covering approximately 51% of the population (~9,397 people). Arthritis and asthma are the most common medical diagnoses in the locality, affecting 7.1% and 6.9% of residents respectively, while 72.2% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. The working-age population is exceptionally healthy with low rates of chronic illness.
Residents aged 65 and older represent 18.1% of the population (3,324 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld level of 20.4%. Seniors in the area enjoy strong health outcomes, with national rankings that align closely with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
34.7% of Robina - East residents were born overseas and 17.5% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.7%) and Australian (21.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Culturally, Robina - East exhibits greater diversity than most local property markets, with 17.5% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 34.7% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 49.4% of the population. However, Judaism is the most disproportionately represented faith, accounting for 0.3% of local residents compared to just 0.1% across Regional Qld. Regarding family ancestry (parents' country of birth), the three most common backgrounds in Robina - East are English at 28.7%, Australian at 21.9%, and Other at 9.0%. There are also notable differences in the representation of other nationalities: New Zealanders account for 1.6% of Robina - East (compared to 0.9% regionally), South Australians represent 1.1% (compared to 0.5%), and Hungarian ancestry is recorded at 0.4% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Robina - East is 38. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 29.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 38 years in Robina - East is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 41 and matches the national figure of 38 years. The 15 - 24 age bracket is highly represented at 15.6% compared to Regional Qld, while the 55 - 64 cohort is less common at 9.5%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group expanded from 12.0% to 14.2% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort rose from 14.5% to 15.6%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 12.7% to 11.0%, and the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 10.9% to 9.5%.
Demographic projections for 2041 forecast major shifts in the area's makeup. The 25 to 34 cohort will lead this trend by expanding 38% (an increase of 985 people), growing from 2,615 to 3,601 residents. Conversely, the 15 to 24 cohort is expected to contract by 83 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Robina - East
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 4 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jun 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 5 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (16,861 at the 2021 Census → 18,355 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 (309081559). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.