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South Brisbane has an estimated 17,517 residents, up from 14,243 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,274 people, or 23.0%. Growth has averaged 5.2% a year over five years, faster than 92% of areas nationally. 490 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 94.0% of that increase. That puts 8,672 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to research conducted by AreaSearch, South Brisbane accommodates an estimated 17,517 inhabitants as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 3,274 residents (23.0%) compared to the 2021 Census tally of 14,243 individuals. These figures are derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 17,517 recorded at June 2025 alongside 490 validated new addresses registered following the Census. Consequently, population density stands at 8,671 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality within the upper 10% of areas nationally surveyed by AreaSearch and underlining intense competition for local real estate.
Outpacing both state figures and the nationwide benchmark of 9.5%, South Brisbane's 23.0% expansion since the 2021 census establishes it as a major regional growth engine. The vast majority of these demographic gains stemmed from international arrivals, with overseas migration accounting for roughly 94.0% of recent population increases. SA2 geographic projections used by AreaSearch rely on 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia modeling benchmarked against 2022. For periods extending post-2032 or locations outside that dataset, forecasts incorporate Queensland State Government SA2 modeling issued in 2023 from a 2021 baseline. Because state releases omit demographic age segmentations, AreaSearch applies proportional distribution weights derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region forecasts (based on 2022 benchmarks) across each age bracket. Projections indicate remarkable demographic momentum that ranks in the top 10 percent of statistical regions across the country, with local headcount projected to surge by 12,642 persons to 2041 relative to the newest annual ERP statistics, delivering an overall expansion of 72.2% across the 16 years.
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2,158 new dwellings have been approved in South Brisbane over the past five years, an average of 431 a year. That places the area in the 95th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 25 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 432 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 0% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential construction authorizations in South Brisbane have averaged approximately 431 dwellings annually, totaling 2,158 approved dwellings across the last 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Influx rates averaged 1.8 incoming residents annually per completed home across the last 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), indicating a balanced residential sector with steady conditions, while easing to 0.7 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years to indicate an even tighter equilibrium between supply and demand. Builders are emphasizing high-end residential offerings, as demonstrated by an average approved construction cost of $778,000 per dwelling.
Furthermore, the local commercial real estate sector exhibits robust expansion, supported by $302.5 million in commercial building permits during the current financial year. Per capita residential building volumes in South Brisbane outpace Greater Brisbane by 63.0%, expanding opportunities and alternatives for prospective buyers. This activity level also sits substantially above national averages, highlighting significant confidence among real estate developers. Recent building additions have consisted exclusively of medium to high-density formats. This concentration on apartment and townhouse living offers accessible price points that appeal to first-home purchasers, investors, and downsizing owner-occupiers. The district currently records roughly 481 people per dwelling approval, typical of a mature urban environment. Longer-term urban expansion forecasts indicate that South Brisbane will accommodate an extra 12,642 residents by 2041 according to the most recent quarterly calculation from AreaSearch. Although local construction pipelines are currently tracking projected demographic expansion, incoming buyers might encounter escalating purchasing competition as the district becomes more populated.
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AreaSearch tracks 19 current infrastructure and development projects inside South Brisbane, worth an estimated $4.87 billion. A further 181 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $372.5 billion. 68 are already under construction and 106 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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Urban development, major capital works, and planning frameworks exert a critical influence on an area's trajectory. AreaSearch has pinpointed 106 separate projects expected to shape the local environment. Prominent developments include the Glasshouse Theatre at QPAC, Flourish Symphony, Callista on Park, and The Lanes West End, with key initiatives outlined in the subsequent summary.
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Glasshouse Theatre at QPAC
A new 1,500-seat lyric theatre completed in January 2026 as QPACs fifth venue, designed by Blight Rayner in collaboration with Snohetta (Oslo). The Glasshouse Theatre features an iconic curved glass facade inspired by the waves of the Brisbane River, a transparent foyer, a single-balcony auditorium with superior acoustics, and 90 tonnes of locally sourced grey ironbark timber. A bronze First Nations sculpture titled Floriate by Torres Strait Islander artist Brian Robinson was installed in the entry forecourt in February 2026.Funded by a $159 million Queensland Government investment and $25 million from QPAC, the $184 million venue makes QPAC the largest performing arts centre under one roof in Australia. A free Community Day was held on 7 March 2026, with the opening performance season commencing 27 March 2026. The venue is expected to attract an additional 300,000 visitors per year, bringing total QPAC visitation to 1.6 million annually.
Mater Hill Master Plan
Long-term staged redevelopment of the historic Mater Hill campus in South Brisbane into a contemporary, integrated health, education, research, and wellbeing precinct. The master plan encompasses clinical service expansions, ward refurbishments, new intensive care facilities, and enhanced public realms. Near-term delivery is guided by the Priority Pathways Plan and a Ministerial Infrastructure Designation framework.
Boundary Street Social Housing Development
An eight-storey social housing development at 65-67 Boundary Street, West End, proposing 56 affordable apartments (35 one-bedroom and 21 studio units) for vulnerable individuals. The project is lodged by SH Boundary Street Pty Ltd and the Trustee for K2H Development Trust, designed by Hayes Anderson Lynch Architects, and will be managed by Bric Housing. Seeking approval via the Ministerial Infrastructure Designation (MID) process under the Queensland Government's QuickStarts QLD program. The building will reach approximately 27.5 metres and includes 13 car spaces, 29 bicycle spaces, and a ground-floor flexible-use room.Deep planting zones and new street trees are proposed to soften the streetscape interface. Construction is to commence following designation approval, with target completion before mid-2027.
South Brisbane Recreation Centre Redevelopment
Comprehensive redevelopment of the South Brisbane recreation precinct at Musgrave Park, aimed at enhancing community facilities and sports amenities. The project focuses on integrating modern recreational spaces with the existing aquatic centre to meet the demands of a growing inner-city population. Current planning activities involve site assessment and community consultation, with potential funding support identified through the SEQ Liveability Fund to deliver high-quality urban amenities ahead of the 2032 Olympic Games.
Halo (10 Cordelia Street)
Halo is a 34-level build-to-rent residential tower in South Brisbane featuring 275 apartments. Designed by Woods Bagot, the project was originally conceived by Aria Property Group before being acquired and repositioned as a rental-only development by Kio Investment Management. The architectural design features a distinctive cylindrical cluster form, a 4-storey podium with lush green walls and terracotta brick finishes, and premium resident amenities including a rooftop pool and sky terrace on level 32. Construction is being delivered by Hutchinson Builders.
Urban Forest
A landmark 30-storey sustainable residential tower featuring 321 apartments and a vertical forest of over 1,000 trees and 20,000 plants. Designed by Koichi Takada Architects for Aria Property Group, the project aims to be the worlds greenest residential building with a 6-star Green Star rating. The development includes a 1,452 square meter public ground-floor park, a visitor information centre dedicated to biodiversity, and extensive rooftop resident amenities.
Brisbane 2032 International Broadcast Centre / Main Media Centre (IBC/MMC)
The International Broadcast Centre (IBC) and Main Media Centre (MMC) will serve as the central media hubs for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. After the cancellation of the originally proposed Montague Road site in late 2025 to prioritize residential housing, the Queensland Government and the Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority (GIICA) transitioned the IBC/MMC into the existing Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre (BCEC). As of early 2026, the facility is undergoing significant infrastructure renewal and technological upgrades to support the global broadcast requirements and ensure a sustainable legacy for Brisbane's events and creative industries.
Future South Bank Master Plan
The Future South Bank Master Plan is a comprehensive long-term strategic renewal framework for Brisbane's 42-hectare South Bank precinct, endorsed by South Bank Corporation and the Queensland Government. The master plan expands green parkland space, enhances active transport corridors along Grey Street, and introduces pedestrian-friendly public dining promenades on Little Stanley Street ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Operational initiatives and precinct infrastructure stages are being progressively implemented.
11,311 residents of South Brisbane are employed, from a labour force of 11,817. Unemployment sits at 4.3%, with participation at 72.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% 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 31,760, about 181% 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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The local labour pool in South Brisbane is characterized by advanced educational qualifications and significant concentration within professional services, alongside a 4.3% unemployment rate and 1.7% yearly job growth. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 11,311, matching Greater Brisbane's jobless rate of 4.3%, while the labour force participation rate of 72.3% closely aligned with the broader metropolitan figure of 70.1%. Census records indicated that 22.9% of workers conducted their roles remotely, although this proportion reflects the influence of Covid-19 restrictions at the time. The primary employment sectors for local workers are professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and accommodation & food services.
South Brisbane demonstrates particular sector depth in accommodation & food, where its concentration is 2.1 times the wider regional benchmark. Conversely, the construction industry represents a modest 4.6% of local employment, compared with 9.0% across the region. With Census data recording 2.3 workers for every resident, the suburb acts as an essential regional employment hub that draws in commuters from surrounding districts. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS and SALM figures, local employment expanded by 1.7% over the 12-month period while the workforce expanded by 2.3%, leading to an increase of 0.6 percentage points in the jobless rate. Across Greater Brisbane, employment expanded by 3.2% alongside a 3.4% rise in the labour pool, yielding a 0.1 percentage point uptick in unemployment. Further perspectives on emerging employment demand can be drawn from the Jobs and Skills Australia nationwide forecasts released in Mar-26. These five- and ten-year projections have been applied to South Brisbane's workforce distribution to project future trajectory. Across the nation, total employment is expected to increase by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, with performance varying widely by industry. When calibrated to South Brisbane's specific sector breakdown, local jobs are projected to rise by 7.1% over five years and 14.3% over ten years (note that this represents a straightforward proportional projection for demonstration and excludes localized population models).
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Median household income in South Brisbane is $1,831 a week (about $95,000 a year), with median personal income at $888 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,966 a year against an average of $82,375. The average runs 45% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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Tax statistics compiled by AreaSearch from the ATO for financial year 2023 position income levels in the South Brisbane SA2 among the highest across the nation. Taxpayers in South Brisbane SA2 generated a median income of $56,966 and an average income of $82,375, relative to Greater Brisbane benchmarks of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Adjusting for an 11.36% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $63,437 for median earnings and $91,733 for average earnings by March 2026. Figures from the 2021 Census show that household, family, and individual incomes throughout South Brisbane align with the 60th percentile across Australia.
The largest earning segment comprises 35.4% of residents (6,201 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, closely mirroring the regional proportion of 33.3% in this tier. Living costs place significant strain on budgets, leaving 77.9% of income remaining to place the area at the 47th percentile, while the SEIFA income score positions the suburb in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
South Brisbane had 5,798 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 4% detached houses and 94% apartments. 15% are owned with a mortgage, 72% rented and 13% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $470 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month, a total housing cost higher than 92% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 25.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.6%. 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, residential dwellings in South Brisbane were divided into 4.4% separate houses and 95.7% other dwellings including apartments and attached townhouses, in stark contrast to the Brisbane metro distribution of 73.5% standalone houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Outright home ownership trailed the broader metropolitan market, standing at 13.2%, whereas remaining properties were held under a mortgage (14.9%) or occupied by tenants (71.9%). Typical monthly mortgage costs reached $1,950 compared to the Brisbane metro median of $1,863, and typical weekly rent stood at $470 versus $380 regionally.
Relative to the Australian median monthly mortgage repayment of $1,863 and weekly rent of $375, housing costs in South Brisbane remain markedly higher.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
South Brisbane counted 5,798 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,131 today, averaging 1.9 people each. 12% are couples with children, fewer than in 96% of areas nationally, against 29% couples without children. 39% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute 49.2% of local households, consisting of couples without children at 28.5%, couples with children at 12.2%, and single parent households at 6.9%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 50.8% of residences, dominated by single-person dwellings at 39.0% and shared group households at 11.7%. The typical household size stands at 1.9 people, notably below the Greater Brisbane benchmark of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
55.0% of adults in South Brisbane hold a university qualification, including 35.6% with a bachelor degree and 16.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 97% of areas nationally. A further 10.4% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 6,886 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,149 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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Tertiary attainment levels in South Brisbane substantially outpace regional and national standards, with 55.0% of individuals aged 15+ possessing university credentials, compared to 25.7% across QLD and 30.4% nationwide. This high proportion of degree holders positions the local economy effectively for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the largest category at 35.6%, alongside postgraduate degrees at 16.1% and graduate diplomas at 3.3%. Technical and vocational training encompasses 21.1% of residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (10.4%). A substantial share of the population is actively engaged in study, with 45.7% of residents enrolled in an educational course.
Specifically, tertiary studies account for 27.6% of residents, secondary schooling represents 5.5%, and primary education comprises 3.8%.
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79.8% of residents in South Brisbane report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 96% of areas nationally. 1.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 59.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of chronic illness and mortality metrics, South Brisbane demonstrates exceptional community health indicators, marked by an extremely low occurrence of major illnesses across all age cohorts and a high private health insurance coverage rate of roughly 60% of the population (10,492 people), compared with 55.8% for Greater Brisbane. Mental health conditions and asthma represent the most prevalent reported diagnoses, affecting 8.3 and 6.1% of inhabitants respectively, whereas 79.8% of the community reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Residents aged 65 and over account for 6.6% of the area (1,150 people), well under the Greater Brisbane proportion of 15.0%.
Health standards among older residents are notably positive, aligning closely with wider national rankings.
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55.5% of South Brisbane residents were born overseas and 44.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (18.6%) and Chinese (17.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Culturally, South Brisbane ranks among Australia's most diverse communities, with 55.5% of residents born abroad and 44.8% speaking a language other than English in their households. Christianity is the most widely reported religious affiliation at 29.9% of the local population. Buddhism displays the most pronounced concentration relative to the broader area, accounting for 4.7% of residents compared to 2.0% across Greater Brisbane. Regarding ancestral background based on parents' birth countries, the primary groups in South Brisbane are English at 18.6% (under the regional rate of 26.8%), Chinese at 17.3% (well above the regional level of 3.4%), and Other backgrounds at 14.2%.
Clear variations also emerge across other heritage backgrounds, with Korean representing 2.4% of the population (compared to 0.5% regionally), Spanish comprising 0.9% (vs 0.4%), and Russian accounting for 0.6% (vs 0.3%).
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The median resident of South Brisbane is 29, younger than 98% of areas nationally. 55.9% 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 demographic profile of South Brisbane is heavily weighted toward childless younger cohorts. Updated estimates as of August 2026 show that 47.5% of inhabitants belong to the 25 - 44 age bracket, compared to 30.6% across Greater Brisbane, whereas senior and retirement cohorts aged 65+ comprise 6.6% compared to 15.0% across the metropolitan area. The median age remains at an estimated 29 years, identical to the 2021 Census level and 7 years younger than the Greater Brisbane median of 36 recorded at that Census, while the Australian median stood at 38.
Broad age shifts since the Census indicate that younger demographics aged 0 - 24 declined from 34.0% to an estimated 30.5%. This movement is concentrated among residents aged 15 to 24, who contracted from 25.9% to an estimated 23.8%, while the 25 to 34 cohort expanded from 29.4% to 32.1% without inbound growth in the youngest age bands. By 2041, younger to middle-aged adults are projected to see the largest absolute increase, adding 5,217 people (63%) to reach 13,531, while elderly and retiree cohorts are forecast to experience the fastest proportional expansion, rising 131% to 2,659 residents.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for South Brisbane
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month all 19 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 490 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (14,243 at the 2021 Census → 17,517 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (305011110). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.