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Rockhampton Surrounds - North has an estimated 5,132 residents, up from 4,598 at the 2021 Census — a change of 534 people, or 11.6%. Growth has averaged 2.2% a year over five years, faster than 76% of areas nationally. 123 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 68.4% of that increase. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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AreaSearch indicates that the population of Rockhampton Surrounds - North is close to 5,132 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 534 residents (11.6%) from the 2021 Census count of 4,598 individuals. This adjustment is based on ABS estimated resident population numbers of 5,054 from June 2025 and 123 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The region's population density stands at 0.70 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density living. The 11.6% expansion rate outpaced both the broader SA3 area (7.0%) and the SA4 region, establishing the locality as a regional leader in population growth.
In-migration from other states was the primary driver, accounting for roughly 68.4% of the population increase, although natural increase and international migration also contributed positively. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, issued in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilised for each SA2 area. For localities missing this data, or for periods after 2032, Queensland Government SA2 projections from 2023 (based on 2021 data) are substituted. Because state projections lack age-specific breakdowns, AreaSearch allocates growth weightings across age groups using 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections with a 2022 base. Looking forward, the area is anticipated to experience population expansion slightly below the national median for regional territories, with an estimated rise of 308 residents by 2041 compared to recent annual ERP statistics, representing a 4.5% cumulative increase over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
92 new dwellings have been approved in Rockhampton Surrounds - North over the past five years, an average of 18 a year. That places the area in the 59th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 22, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Over the last 5 financial years, Rockhampton Surrounds - North recorded a total of 92 residential building approvals, averaging approximately 18 per year. Thus far in FY-26, 21 approvals have been logged. Because the region averaged 5.7 new inhabitants per constructed home between FY-21 and FY-25, residential construction is falling short of demand, which typically intensifies buyer rivalry and elevates prices. Newly built residences carry an average construction value of $267,000, which sits below the regional average and points to relatively economical housing options. Additionally, commercial building approvals have reached $1.5 million this financial year, pointing to a market dominated by residential activity.
Rockhampton Surrounds - North displays a rate of new home approvals per capita comparable to the Rest of Qld, maintaining a balanced market similar to adjacent districts, even though building volumes have decelerated lately. Furthermore, all recent residential projects have consisted of detached single-family dwellings, maintaining a low-density suburban character that appeals to buyers seeking extra space. The area's quiet development profile is highlighted by an estimated ratio of 376 people per dwelling approval. According to demographic forecasts based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch, Rockhampton Surrounds - North is on track to add 230 residents by 2041. With ongoing building rates, residential supply appears sufficient to satisfy demand, creating a buyer-friendly environment and potentially supporting expansion beyond current expectations.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Rockhampton Surrounds - North, worth an estimated $4.48 billion. A further 73 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $9.46 billion. 22 are already under construction and 22 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities 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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Developments in public infrastructure, regional planning, and major projects heavily influence local real estate markets. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 73 projects that could impact this locality. Prominent developments include safety upgrades and bridge works on the Bruce Highway (Rockhampton-St Lawrence), the Yeppoon Over-50s Village on Tanby Road, Capricorn Coast Homemaker Centre Stage 2, and The Gateway Business and Industry Park, with key details provided in the list below.
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Bruce Highway (Rockhampton-St Lawrence) - Bridges Safety Upgrades
Bridge safety upgrades at Twelve Mile Creek and John Murphy Bridge were completed in January 2025 under the Bruce Highway Upgrade Program. The works improved bridge structural integrity, freight connectivity, traffic flow and long-term network resilience. Broader Bruce Highway Targeted Safety Program upgrades on other Rockhampton-St Lawrence corridor sections are progressing separately and are not part of this completed bridge project.
Farnborough Shores Townhouses
Waterfront townhouse development in Farnborough offering luxury coastal living. The project features contemporary design, private marina access, and panoramic water views across the Capricorn Coast.
Bruce Highway Bridge Upgrades - Twelve Mile Creek and John Murphy Bridge
Safety upgrades to Twelve Mile Creek bridge (20km north of Rockhampton) and John Murphy Bridge at Alligator Creek (30km north of Rockhampton). Improvements to structural integrity, traffic flow and freight connectivity as part of the $1.01 billion Bruce Highway Safety Package.
Sunset Village (Tanby Road)
Approved 24-hectare resort-style over-50s lifestyle village featuring 280-plus relocatable homes. The project includes a residents clubhouse, swimming pool, gym, exercise circuit, tennis courts, and a bowls green to address regional housing shortages for the over-50s demographic.
The Gateway Business and Industry Park
A 56-hectare, six-stage master-planned business and industry park developed and owned by Livingstone Shire Council, located on the Rockhampton-Yeppoon Road between Yeppoon and Rockhampton. Stages 1 to 3 are complete with more than 30 lots sold and occupied. Stage 4 commenced construction in April 2026, delivering 11 new low-impact industry lots via local contractor JRT Group, with completion expected mid-2026. Planning is underway for Stage 5, which will add a further nine lots. The park is a key initiative under Blueprint Livingstone and will connect to the planned East West Connector Road to improve regional access.
Yeppoon Showgrounds Relocation
Livingstone Shire Council is investigating relocating the Yeppoon Showgrounds from its current Park Street site to Barmaryee, on land off Milroy Drive and Stanley Avenue near the Yeppoon Turf Club and pony club. The proposal would expand capacity for the annual Yeppoon and District Show and other community events, with council envisaging a facility capable of hosting national and international equestrian events as part of a dedicated regional equestrian sports precinct. Councillors have unanimously backed investigating the site, and state government funding is being sought to evaluate the proposal.As of mid-2026 the project remains at feasibility and investigation stage, with the annual show still held at the existing Yeppoon Showgrounds site.
Normanby Street Reconstruction Project
Livingstone Shire Council is reconstructing Normanby Street between Mary and Park Streets in the Yeppoon CBD. Works include replacement of trunk and reticulation water mains, underground power, stormwater upgrades, new roundabouts, pavement reconstruction, formal parking, bicycle lanes, wider footpaths, pedestrian crossings, street lighting and landscaping. As of July 2026 the project remains under construction and continues to support the broader Yeppoon Town Centre revitalisation program.
Woppa (Great Keppel Island) Masterplan
A $30-million masterplan focused on community-driven development and sustainable growth for Woppa (Great Keppel Island), including sustainable tourism development, better access around the island, enhanced arrival gateway, and cultural, educational and nature-based experiences.
2,719 residents of Rockhampton Surrounds - North are employed, from a labour force of 2,770. Unemployment sits at 1.8%, with participation at 67.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.5% 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 4,344, about 85% 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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A low unemployment rate of 1.8% characterizes the skilled labour force of Rockhampton Surrounds - North, which features a strong industrial and manufacturing presence. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 2,719, and the jobless rate sat 2.1 percentage points lower than the Regional Qld average of 3.9%. Labor force participation remains typical, standing at 67.6% compared to 64.3% across Regional Qld. Census data shows that a moderate 18.0% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns. The primary employment fields for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and agriculture, forestry & fishing.
The district is highly specialized in agriculture, forestry & fishing, employing people at 3.2 times the regional concentration. Conversely, the health care & social assistance sector is underrepresented, employing 11.2% of the local workforce compared to 16.1% throughout Regional Qld. Comparisons between the resident workforce and locally available Census jobs suggest that local employment options are somewhat limited. Analysis conducted by AreaSearch using SALM and ABS figures indicates that the labour force shrank by 5.0% while employment fell by 4.0% during the year to March 2026, which resulted in unemployment dropping by 1.0 percentage points. Meanwhile, Regional Qld saw employment grow by 0.1% and the labour force expand by 0.3%, leading to a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. Insights regarding future job demand in Rockhampton Surrounds - North can be drawn from Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts released in May-25. These forecasts span five and ten-year horizons and have been aligned with the local employment composition to project growth trajectories. National employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and by 13.7% over ten years, though expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-level estimates are applied to the employment structure of Rockhampton Surrounds - North, local employment is expected to grow by 5.5% over five years and by 12.0% over ten years. This calculation represents a basic weighted extrapolation intended for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Rockhampton Surrounds - North is $1,679 a week (about $87,000 a year), with median personal income at $740 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,172 a year against an average of $72,463. 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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Taxpayer data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year indicates that the median income in the Rockhampton Surrounds - North SA2 was $57,172, with the average income at $72,463. These figures exceed the national averages and compare to Regional Qld benchmarks of $53,146 (median) and $66,593 (average). Factoring in an 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since FY2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be around $63,667 for the median and $80,695 for the average. The 2021 Census records modest household, family, and individual incomes for the area, placing them between the 37th and 46th percentiles.
Income distribution shows 28.9% of residents (1,483 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999, which aligns closely with the 31.7% in this bracket across the region. After accounting for housing expenditure, households retain 88.7% of their earnings, indicating healthy spending capacity, while the area ranks in the 4th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Rockhampton Surrounds - North had 1,451 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 0% apartments. 40% are owned with a mortgage, 9% rented and 51% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,755 a month. Rent absorbs 17.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.1%. 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 latest Census, the housing mix in Rockhampton Surrounds - North was dominated by stand-alone houses at 97.9%, with apartments, townhouses, and other types accounting for 2.0%. In comparison, Regional Qld recorded 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwelling types. Homeownership in the area was particularly high at 50.7%, with remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (40.3%) or tenants (9.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,755 was higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $300, compared to $345 regionally.
On a national level, monthly mortgage costs are below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are much lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Rockhampton Surrounds - North counted 1,451 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,620 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 35% couples without children. 18% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 79.1%, which includes 35.0% couples with children, 34.6% couples without children, and 8.3% single parent households. Single person dwellings represent 18.2% of the market, while group households comprise 2.7%, bringing total non-family households to 20.9%. The average household size stands at 2.7 people, which is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.2% of adults in Rockhampton Surrounds - North hold a university qualification, including 13.0% with a bachelor degree and 2.1% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 78% of areas nationally. A further 34.8% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 390 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 946 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational profiles present some hurdles, as university graduation rates (17.2%) sit well below the nationwide benchmark of 30.4%, pointing to opportunities for targeted learning programs. Bachelor degrees represent 13.0% of qualifications, while postgraduate degrees and graduate diplomas each account for 2.1%. Practical and vocational qualifications are common, with 44.0% of inhabitants aged 15 and over possessing vocational training, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.2%) and certificates (34.8%). Participation in study is high, with 31.4% of the population enrolled in an educational institution. This group includes 13.3% in primary schools, 10.8% in high schools, and 2.9% in higher education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Rockhampton Surrounds - North means driving: households keep an average of 2.2 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.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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70.1% of residents in Rockhampton Surrounds - North report no long-term health condition. 4.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.3 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 for Rockhampton Surrounds - North show positive results, with AreaSearch assessments indicating low rates of mortality and chronic illnesses among both younger and older populations. Private health insurance coverage is high, held by approximately 55% of the population (~2,817 people), compared to 52.5% across Regional Qld. Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent medical issues, affecting 8.3% and 7.2% of residents respectively. Conversely, 70.1% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 67.6% in Regional Qld. Working-age residents display average health patterns. Inhabitants aged 65 and over make up 20.5% of the population (1,053 people), and health outcomes for this senior cohort rank higher nationally than the general local average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Rockhampton Surrounds - North is largely Australian-born, at 90.8% of residents, with 2.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (33.5%) and English (31.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity metrics in Rockhampton Surrounds - North are lower than average, with citizens making up 85.0% of the community, 90.8% of residents born in Australia, and 97.8% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religious faith, practiced by 57.5% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Parental birthplaces reveal that the most common ancestries in Rockhampton Surrounds - North are Australian at 33.5% (higher than the regional average of 26.5%), English at 31.8%, and Irish at 9.3%. Other notable ethnic distributions include German ancestry at 6.0% (compared to 4.7% regionally), Welsh at 0.6% (compared to 0.5% regionally), and New Zealand ancestry at 0.7% (compared to 0.9% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Rockhampton Surrounds - North is 44. 18.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Rockhampton Surrounds - North is 44 years, slightly higher than the Regional Qld average of 41 years and older than the national median of 38 years. Demographic data shows a high proportion of 55 - 64 year-olds (15.5%), whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller (9.2%) than the regional standard. Since 2021, the cohort aged 75 to 84 grew from 4.9% to 6.2%, while the 55 to 64 group shrank from 16.8% to 15.5%. Demographic projections for 2041 predict significant shifts, with the 25 to 34 age group expected to grow the most at 18%, adding 85 people to reach 557, while the 5 to 14 and 55 to 64 groups are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Rockhampton Surrounds - North
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 8 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 123 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,598 at the 2021 Census → 5,132 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 (308031219). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.