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Taigum - Fitzgibbon has an estimated 15,575 residents, up from 14,097 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,478 people, or 10.5%. Growth has averaged 1.7% a year over five years. 302 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 84.4% of that increase. That puts 2,480 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 conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Taigum - Fitzgibbon stands at approximately 15,575 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,478 individuals (10.5%) relative to the 14,097 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This population adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 15,445 alongside 302 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The resulting population density reaches 2,480 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quartile of all Australian areas assessed by AreaSearch. With this 10.5% increase since the 2021 census, the suburb outpaced both the broader SA3 area (7.7%) and the SA4 region, positioning it as a primary driver of growth locally.
This expansion was majorly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 84.4% of the overall population rise during recent timeframes, though interstate migration and natural growth also made positive contributions. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilised by AreaSearch for each SA2 area. In instances where SA2 areas lack this coverage, or for periods beyond 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (using 2021 data) are applied instead. Because these state-level projections lack specific age breakdowns, AreaSearch distributes growth across age brackets using proportional weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (based on 2022 data). Factoring in these anticipated demographic shifts, the locality is projected to experience population growth slightly under the median of all statistical areas evaluated by AreaSearch, with an expected increase of 1,374 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent annual ERP statistics, indicating an overall rise of 8.0% over the 16 years.
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310 new dwellings have been approved in Taigum - Fitzgibbon over the past five years, an average of 62 a year. That places the area in the 88th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 38 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 42% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 246, running ahead of 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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An average of approximately 62 new residential approvals have been granted annually in Taigum - Fitzgibbon, culminating in a total of 310 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. During the current FY-26226 approvals have been documented. With an average ratio of 4 new residents for each completed dwelling over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand is outpacing supply by a wide margin, which generally drives up prices and intensifies buyer competition, while the average construction value of these new residences sits at $279,000. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $32.4 million have been logged during this financial year, pointing to robust local commercial investment.
Compared to the wider Greater Brisbane area, construction activity in Taigum - Fitzgibbon is somewhat high, running at 39.0% above the regional per-capita average over the 5 year period, which maintains options for buyers while bolstering local property values. Newly approved residential buildings consist of 42.0% detached houses and 58.0% attached dwellings. The preference for higher-density configurations provides affordable options for buyers, appealing to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers alike. This pattern marks a clear departure from the existing housing stock, which is currently made up of 62.0% houses, signaling a reduction in available development sites and reflecting changing lifestyle preferences and demand for diverse, economical housing. With a ratio of about 379 people for every dwelling approval, Taigum - Fitzgibbon presents a mature market. Long-term forecasts indicate that Taigum - Fitzgibbon will gain 1,244 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Under current construction trends, the supply of new housing is projected to satisfy demand, creating favorable buying conditions and potentially driving population gains beyond the current baseline forecasts.
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AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Taigum - Fitzgibbon, worth an estimated $645 million. A further 82 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $24 billion. 19 are already under construction and 28 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and retail. 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, major development projects, and urban planning decisions represent key influences on area performance. AreaSearch has tracked 25 projects expected to influence the local area, including Taigum Gardens Estate (Stage 3 & 4), Carseldine Village - 5-Star Green Star Community, Beams Road Level Crossing Removal & Overpass, and The Mills Taigum Precinct, with the primary projects outlined below.
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Taigum Gardens Estate (Stage 3 & 4)
Final stages of the Taigum Gardens land estate in Taigum, releasing new house and land packages along Lemke Road with homes expected to be delivered from late 2025 through 2026.
Taigum Square Shopping Centre Redevelopment
Taigum Square is a single level sub regional shopping centre located on the corner of Church and Beams Roads in Taigum, approximately 15 kilometres north of the Brisbane CBD. The centre is owned and managed by Vicinity Centres and is anchored by Big W and Woolworths, supported by around 45 specialty stores and several freestanding tenancies. The most recent major redevelopment of the centre was completed in 2001, with the asset continuing to serve as a key local retail hub for Brisbane's northern suburbs.
Carseldine Village - 5-Star Green Star Community
A pioneering 15-hectare sustainable precinct on the former QUT campus featuring 100% net-zero energy emission homes. The project integrates the Village Heart retail hub, Rockpool's 150-bed aged care facility, a 98-place C&K childcare centre, and 'The Green' $6.5M recreation area. Recent milestones include the structural progress of 152 social and affordable housing units in partnership with SGCH and Bric Housing, and the nearing completion of the Village Heart Stage 1 retail precinct.
The Mills Taigum Precinct
Boutique townhouse project of 48 modern three bedroom residences with rooftop terraces at 266 Handford Road in central Taigum, currently under construction with completion targeted for 2025. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Carseldine Village
Carseldine Village is an EDQ-led 5-Star Green Star sustainable masterplanned community on Brisbane's northside. The precinct includes sold-out net zero energy terrace homes, retained bushland and open space, The Green sport and recreation precinct, aged care, childcare, and a Village Heart retail, commercial, dining and lifestyle hub. Stage V civil works are complete, the first Village Heart stage is under construction, and SGCH started construction in June 2025 on 152 social and affordable apartments at 49 Plaza Place, to be operated by Bric Housing.
Beams Road Level Crossing Removal & Overpass
A $235 million project replacing the rail level crossing on Beams Road at Carseldine with a four-lane road overpass to separate road and rail traffic. Spanning from Balcara Avenue, Carseldine to Carselgrove Avenue, Fitzgibbon, the project delivers a new overpass bridge, removal of existing boom gates, upgraded pedestrian and cycling paths, and improvements to the Carseldine Station park 'n' ride including a new Balcara Avenue access road. Park 'n' ride upgrades were completed in November 2023.Overpass construction commenced in early 2024 and is expected to be completed in late 2026. The project is jointly funded by the Australian Government ($56.24M), Queensland Government ($138.76M) and Brisbane City Council ($40M), and is estimated to support approximately 185 direct jobs.
Carseldine Village Heart - Mixed Use Development
The Village Heart is the commercial and social core of the 5-star Green Star Carseldine Village. The $45 million precinct features a 4,600sqm retail and commercial hub anchored by an IGA Supermarket, alongside Bottlemart, Aquatic Achievers swim school, Jetts Fitness, and medical facilities. The project also includes Plaza Place, a 70-apartment residential building with ground-floor commercial spaces and a rooftop amenity, and a separate 152-unit social and affordable housing complex.
Carseldine Village Heart
The Village Heart is a 4,600m2 retail and commercial precinct serving as the core of the Carseldine Village urban renewal project. This 5-Star Green Star development is anchored by an IGA Supermarket and includes specialty retail, a medical centre, pharmacy, gym, and dining options centered around a landscaped public plaza. The project supports the broader 100% net-zero energy emission residential community.
8,620 residents of Taigum - Fitzgibbon are employed, from a labour force of 8,976. Unemployment sits at 4.0%, with participation at 70.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 12,185, about 78% 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 of Taigum - Fitzgibbon is characterized by high levels of education and a strong representation in essential service industries, with an unemployment rate sitting at just 4.0% and an estimated annual job growth rate of 7.3%. As of March 2026, 8,620 local residents are employed, with the unemployment rate tracking 0.4% lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, while workforce participation matches the Greater Brisbane benchmark of 70.4%. Census records show a moderate 16.9% of the employed population working from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
Local employment is largely centered within health care & social assistance, retail trade, and the transport, postal & warehousing sectors. The community displays a marked concentration in health care & social assistance, where the proportion of workers is 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, the construction sector employs only 4.8% of the local workforce, which is lower than the Greater Brisbane share of 9.0%. Comparing the resident workforce count to the local job numbers suggests that this predominantly residential district offers fewer employment opportunities within its own borders. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics for the 12 months leading up to March 2026, employment grew by 7.3% and the total labor force expanded by 7.2%, keeping the unemployment rate virtually unchanged. This differs from Greater Brisbane, which recorded a 3.2% rise in employment, a 3.4% expansion of the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future labor demand in Taigum - Fitzgibbon. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to 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 vary. Weighting these projections to fit the specific industry mix of Taigum - Fitzgibbon indicates that local employment could grow by 6.9% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, though this simple extrapolation is for illustration and excludes local population changes.
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Median household income in Taigum - Fitzgibbon is $1,568 a week (about $82,000 a year), with median personal income at $783 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,074 a year against an average of $63,381. 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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According to the financial year 2023 ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch, taxpayer incomes in the Taigum - Fitzgibbon SA2 sit below the national average. The median taxpayer income in the Taigum - Fitzgibbon SA2 is $56,074, with the average income recorded at $63,381, compared to Greater Brisbane averages of $58,236 and $72,799. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $62,444 for the median and $70,581 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Taigum - Fitzgibbon ranked modestly, falling between the 39th and 45th percentiles.
The largest income bracket contains 35.4% of households (representing 5,513 residents) earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which aligns closely with the metropolitan trend of 33.3% in this bracket. Housing affordability presents a challenge, with only 81.6% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 37th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the local income level in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Taigum - Fitzgibbon had 5,583 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 63% detached houses and 2% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 37% rented and 26% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $390 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,679 a month. Rent absorbs 24.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.7%. 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 Taigum - Fitzgibbon consisted of 62.5% houses and 37.5% other dwelling types (including townhouses, apartments, and alternative housing options), whereas the wider Brisbane metropolitan area recorded 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The home ownership rate in Taigum - Fitzgibbon matched the Brisbane metropolitan average of 25.8%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (37.2%) or rented (37.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,679 was lower than the Brisbane metropolitan median of $1,863, whereas the median weekly rent of $390 was slightly higher than the metropolitan average of $380.
On a national level, mortgage payments in Taigum - Fitzgibbon are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Taigum - Fitzgibbon counted 5,583 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,168 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the majority of homes at 66.5%, consisting of couples with children at 28.9%, couples without children at 24.4%, and single-parent homes at 11.7%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 33.5%, with single-person households representing 30.3% and group households comprising 3.3%. The median household size of 2.4 residents is slightly smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.9% of adults in Taigum - Fitzgibbon hold a university qualification, including 21.3% with a bachelor degree and 7.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 19.8% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 790 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,021 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 local educational profile is distinct within the region, with university graduation rates among residents aged 15+ reaching 31.9%, surpassing the QLD average of 25.7% and the SA3 average of 28.2%, reflecting strong attainment levels. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 21.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational qualifications are also prevalent, with 33.0% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 13.2% and vocational certificates at 19.8%. A high rate of educational enrollment is observed in the area, with 27.9% of the population participating in formal studies.
This group includes 9.4% enrolled in primary schools, 6.0% in secondary institutions, and 5.2% pursuing higher education.
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Public transport in Taigum - Fitzgibbon reaches 39 stops on 40 routes, timetabled for about 2,700 services a week. The typical home sits about 220 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit infrastructure in Taigum - Fitzgibbon includes 39 active transport stops, encompassing both train and bus networks. These facilities are serviced by 40 separate routes, which support 2,749 passenger journeys weekly. Accessibility is favorable, with residents living an average of 220 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the suburban character of the area, most workers commute out of the district, with private vehicles remaining the primary transport mode at 80%, followed by rail at 11%. Car ownership averages 1.0 vehicle per household, below the metropolitan average, while 16.9% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Transit routes provide an average of 392 daily trips across the area, which translates to roughly 70 weekly departures per transit stop.
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69.3% of residents in Taigum - Fitzgibbon report no long-term health condition. 7.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Analysis of mortality rates and chronic health conditions by AreaSearch indicates that Taigum - Fitzgibbon faces notable health difficulties, with common conditions somewhat widespread across the community, particularly among older residents, while the private health insurance rate is low at approximately 50% of the population (~7,865 people). This compares to 55.8% for Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health challenges and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions locally, affecting 7.9% and 7.6% of the population, respectively, while 69.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane.
Health profiles for working-age residents are generally typical. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.9% of the population (3,256 people), exceeding the Greater Brisbane share of 15.1%. Health outcomes among older residents present some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the overall local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
39.9% of Taigum - Fitzgibbon residents were born overseas and 34.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 81% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (21.9%) and Australian (18.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Taigum - Fitzgibbon exhibits high cultural diversity, with 34.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 39.9% born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 46.6% of the population. The most pronounced demographic variation is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 8.3% of local residents, substantially higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 1.3%. In terms of ancestral background, the three largest groups in Taigum - Fitzgibbon are English ancestry at 21.9%, Australian ancestry at 18.7%, and Other ancestries at 16.5%, which is notably higher than the regional average of 9.4%.
Significant differences also appear in other ethnic groups, with Filipino residents making up 4.0% of the community (compared to 1.2% regionally), Indian residents at 7.7% (compared to 2.0% regionally), and Samoan residents at 1.0% (compared to 0.9% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Taigum - Fitzgibbon is 37. 24.7% 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 Taigum - Fitzgibbon is 37 years, which is close to the Greater Brisbane median of 36 and the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb has a higher proportion of residents in the 75 - 84 cohort (9.0%) but fewer young adults in the 15 - 24 cohort (10.6%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 7.2% to 9.0% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort grew from 9.5% to 10.6%. Meanwhile, the 25 to 34 cohort fell from 15.9% to 14.0%, and the 0 to 4 group declined from 7.1% to 5.5%.
Demographic models indicate the local age distribution will shift by 2041. The 75 to 84 bracket is projected to experience the fastest growth at 50%, adding 703 residents to reach 2,099. Seniors aged 65 and over will account for 69% of overall population growth, highlighting local aging trends, whereas the 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 brackets are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Taigum - Fitzgibbon
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 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 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 — 302 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (14,097 at the 2021 Census → 15,575 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 (302041045). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.