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Townsville City - North Ward has an estimated 9,592 residents, up from 9,116 at the 2021 Census — a change of 476 people, or 5.2%. Overseas migration accounts for 91.3% of that increase. That puts 1,419 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, the estimated resident population of Townsville City - North Ward reached approximately 9,592 by Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 476 residents, or 5.2%, relative to the 9,116 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. Such growth integrates the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population count of 9,589 alongside 34 validated new addresses added post-Census. With a resultant density of 1,418 persons per square kilometer, the locality exceeds nationwide benchmark densities evaluated by AreaSearch. Furthermore, the district's 5.2% post-Census increase tracks within 2.0 percentage points of the broader SA4 region (7.2%), highlighting healthy underlying expansion.
Net overseas migration served as the primary catalyst for demographic gains, accounting for roughly 91.3% of net population additions over recent timeframes. Projections published in 2024 by ABS/Geoscience Australia utilizing a 2022 baseline are applied by AreaSearch across individual SA2 zones. For locations omitted from this dataset, as well as time horizons extending beyond 2032, figures rely on Queensland State Government SA2 forecasts issued in 2023 based on 2021 benchmarks. Because state-level releases omit age-group breakdowns, AreaSearch incorporates proportional weighting derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region series (using 2022 baselines) across respective cohorts. Anticipated shifts indicate local expansion will sit marginally below the national regional median, with the community projected to gain 830 persons by 2041 relative to recent annual ERP data, translating to an overall growth rate of 8.6% across the 16 years.
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60 new dwellings have been approved in Townsville City - North Ward over the past five years, an average of 12 a year. That is 1.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. 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 building approvals across Townsville City - North Ward have averaged approximately 12 dwellings per annum, accumulating to 60 residences over the last 5 financial years. In the 5 financial years from FY-22 through FY-26, the area absorbed an average of 3.2 incoming residents for every newly approved home, creating a pronounced supply deficit that tends to heighten buyer competition and foster price inflation. Concurrently, new builds carry an average construction value of $1,011,000, underscoring an emphasis by developers on high-end, premium housing stock. Commercial activity has also exhibited significant vitality, with $87.3 million in non-residential approvals logged in the current financial year.
When evaluated against the Rest of Qld, building generation per resident in Townsville City - North Ward is substantially subdued, sitting 69.0% below the broader regional standard. Such restricted development volumes frequently bolster valuations and support heightened demand for established properties. This constrained activity also falls behind nationwide averages, underscoring local market maturity alongside prospective planning bottlenecks. Of the homes recently approved, detached houses make up 92.0% while semi-detached dwellings or apartments constitute 8.0%, preserving traditional low-density character and appealing to households seeking space. This heavy tilt toward stand-alone dwellings exceeds historic stock composition (25.0% at Census), affirming persistent appetite for detached residences amidst urban consolidation pressures. Registering approximately 1065 people per dwelling approval, the precinct displays classic hallmarks of an established urban environment. Looking forward, the district is slated to add 827 inhabitants by 2041 according to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Should building output maintain its current subdued trajectory, residential delivery risks trailing demographic expansion, a dynamic that could intensify buyer rivalry and sustain capital appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 11 current infrastructure and development projects inside Townsville City - North Ward, worth an estimated $1.32 billion. A further 33 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $3.77 billion. 15 are already under construction and 8 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local economic momentum and property performance are heavily shaped by civil infrastructure works, master planning, and capital investment. AreaSearch has pinpointed 19 major undertakings poised to influence the district. Prominent projects encompass the Defence Housing Australia - Townsville New Builds Volume Leasing Program (400+ Homes), Marina Residences, the Mater Private Hospital Townsville Relocation, alongside the Townsville Breakwater Master-Planned Project, with critical developments summarized below.
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Defence Housing Australia - Townsville New Builds Volume Leasing Program (400+ Homes)
Large-scale residential development by Defence Housing Australia (DHA) to deliver more than 400 new, high-quality homes for Australian Defence Force personnel and their families in Townsville. The homes are being built across approximately seven suburbs within 30km of Lavarack Barracks as part of the New Builds Volume Leasing Program, in partnership with local builders and developers. The first homes are expected to be delivered in the 2025-26 financial year.
Townsville Breakwater Master-Planned Precinct
A $1 billion master-planned expansion of the Townsville Breakwater precinct by Morris Group. Located on vacant land adjacent to The Ville Resort-Casino and the 5-star Ardo hotel, the development is designed as a mixed-use hub. Key features include residential apartments to address local housing shortages, short-term hotel accommodation, conference and function spaces, retail outlets, and expansive public open areas with views of Magnetic Island. The project is expected to inject significant economic benefit into North Queensland over the next decade.As of early 2025, Morris Group had commenced a master planning and feasibility process; no development application has been lodged.
Marina Residences
A $65 million luxury waterfront apartment tower by Maidment Group, comprising 18 residences (15 three-bedroom apartments and 3 sky homes) in a 10-storey building. Features include a rooftop pool and sundeck, gym, private dining/meeting room, and panoramic views over Breakwater Marina, The Strand, and Magnetic Island. Construction commenced in 2025 with completion expected late 2026.
The Strand Beach Club
Development-approved 9-level mixed-use complex comprising 18 residential apartments (2, 3 and 4 bedroom units) and a ground floor food and beverage outlet. The 1,012 square meter vacant allotment is positioned between Anelay and The Watermark on Townsville's premier waterfront location. The project received council approval in 2023 but the site was subsequently marketed for sale by Warburton Investments with expressions of interest closing in March 2024. The property is currently under offer as of late 2024/early 2025.
Weststate Private Hospital
A $60 million short-stay private hospital development transforming the heritage-listed former Townsville West State School into specialist consulting suites, with a new five-storey purpose-built hospital next door. The project includes four operating theatres, one procedure room, a HDU/ICU, 19 day beds, 26 overnight rooms, consulting rooms, cafe and 24/7 kitchen. Official project sources indicate construction has commenced and Centuria schedules completion for 2026.
Oxley Street Residences
A development of 19 units with associated office and food and drink facilities in the neighbouring suburb of North Ward, approved by Townsville City Council.
Anelay The Strand
Oceanfront mixed-use development featuring 12 luxury apartments across seven storeys with 180-degree north-facing views to Magnetic Island. The development includes a two-storey commercial building housing The Beach Hotel (formerly Anelay restaurant), with specialty kitchens, bars, ice creamery, and waterfront dining. The apartments feature premium glass facades, open-plan living, and expansive balconies. Semi-basement and mezzanine level parking accommodates 22 cars. Completed in 2022, this boutique development represents contemporary coastal living on Townsville's award-winning Strand.
Stanley Street Residences
A collection of five boutique 2 & 3 storey luxury homes located at the foothills of Castle Hill, in the neighbouring suburb of North Ward. The residences feature contemporary design and high-quality finishes.
5,337 residents of Townsville City - North Ward are employed, from a labour force of 5,670. Unemployment sits at 5.9%, with participation at 65.4%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 12,598, about 131% 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 Townsville City - North Ward is characterized by strong formal education, a solid presence in critical service industries, and an unemployment level of 5.9%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 5,337 individuals, whereas the jobless rate exceeds Regional Qld's 3.9% mark by 2.0%, with overall labour force participation aligning closely with the 64.2% documented across Regional Qld. Census records indicate that only 8.0% of workers operated from home, though prevailing Covid-19 restrictions during that period should be noted. Key employment sectors for local residents comprise health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, alongside education & training.
Representation in public administration & safety is exceptionally pronounced, sitting at 2.1 times the regional norm. Conversely, the construction industry is noticeably underrepresented, engaging 5.7% of the local workforce relative to 10.1% across Regional Qld. Recording 1.2 local positions for every resident worker at the Census, the area operates as a net employment center, drawing in commuter personnel from neighbouring suburbs. AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS and SALM releases shows that during the 12 months leading to March 2026, the local workforce contracted by 1.9% and total employment fell by 1.9%, while joblessness remained largely steady. By comparison, Regional Qld experienced an employment rise of 0.1%, labour force expansion of 0.3%, and an uptick in unemployment of 0.1 percentage points. Long-term national projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26 provide additional context regarding future employment generation within Townsville City - North Ward. Spanning five and ten-year intervals, these national estimates have been applied to the local industrial makeup. Countrywide job growth is anticipated to reach 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, though trajectories vary widely across individual sectors. Applying these industry growth rates to the local occupational baseline suggests Townsville City - North Ward could see employment gains of 7.1% over five years and 14.7% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighting model that does not incorporate discrete local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Townsville City - North Ward is $1,783 a week (about $93,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,115 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $69,819 a year against an average of $90,161. 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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Based on ATO postcode figures compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, taxpayers across the Townsville City - North Ward SA2 generated a median income of $69,819 and an average of $90,161. These earnings substantially outstrip broader domestic benchmarks and exceed Regional Qld's respective median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Factoring in an 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated earnings are estimated at approximately $77,750 (median) and $100,403 (average) as of March 2026. At the Census, individual wages ranked strongly in the 86th national percentile ($1,115 per week), whereas household earnings aligned more moderately at the 52nd percentile.
The dominant income bracket captures 30.5% of residents (2,925 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, which corresponds with wider regional figures where 31.7% fall into this band. After meeting housing costs, households retain 85.1% of income for general living expenses, placing the area in the 7th decile for SEIFA economic advantage.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Townsville City - North Ward had 4,039 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 25% detached houses and 61% apartments. 20% are owned with a mortgage, 55% rented and 25% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $320 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 17.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.2%. 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 Census findings, the residential profile of Townsville City - North Ward was comprised of 24.9% separate houses and 75.1% attached or multi-unit dwellings (incorporating semi-detached homes, apartments, and other configurations), contrasting sharply with Regional Qld where houses accounted for 76.4% and other property types 23.6%. Outright ownership stood lower than regional benchmarks at 25.3%, with 20.1% of households holding a mortgage and 54.6% renting their accommodation. Monthly mortgage payments averaged a median of $1,950, surpassing the Regional Qld figure of $1,655, whereas typical weekly rent sat at $320 compared to $345 regionally.
Against broader nationwide metrics, local mortgage commitments surpass the Australian median of $1,863, while rental rates remain distinctly below the national mark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Townsville City - North Ward counted 4,039 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,250 today, averaging 1.9 people each. 14% are couples with children, fewer than in 95% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 43% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the slight majority of local residences at 50.5%, comprising childless couples at 28.3%, couples with dependent children at 14.4%, and single parent households at 6.8%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 49.5% of properties, led by single-person dwellings at 43.0% and shared households at 6.4%. At 1.9 persons, the median household size sits below the 2.5 person benchmark recorded across Regional Qld.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
42.5% of adults in Townsville City - North Ward hold a university qualification, including 27.1% with a bachelor degree and 11.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 18.1% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 2,486 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,040 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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Academic credentials in Townsville City - North Ward are exceptionally strong, with 42.5% of the population aged 15+ possessing a tertiary degree, far exceeding the 20.1% recorded in the SA4 region and 20.6% across Rest of Qld. This elevated educational profile underpins significant capacity for professional and knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degree holders constitute 27.1% of residents, while postgraduate degree holders represent 11.6% and graduate diplomas 3.8%. In addition, technical and vocational skills are well represented, with 28.6% of residents aged 15+ having completed vocational pathways, including advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificate-level courses (18.1%).
Engagement with formal schooling and higher education is substantial, with 28.6% of local inhabitants actively enrolled as students. This cohort is distributed across secondary institutions (8.9%), higher education facilities (8.6%), and primary schools (6.0%).
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Public transport in Townsville City - North Ward reaches 40 stops on 12 routes, timetabled for about 2,500 services a week. The typical home sits about 260 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 Townsville City - North Ward includes 40 operational boarding points across bus and ferry networks. These locations are connected by 12 designated routes that generate 2,523 transit journeys each week. Local access is favorable, with residents situated an average distance of 255 meters from their nearest transit node. Due to the area's residential profile, most workers travel outward for employment, with private motor vehicles dominating at 82%, alongside 10% on foot and 2% by bicycle. Average household vehicle ownership stands at 1.0 per residence, which is under the regional standard.
At the 2021 Census, a modest 8.0% of the workforce worked from home, a figure potentially influenced by COVID-19 settings. Network services provide an average of 360 scheduled trips daily across all transit routes, representing roughly 63 weekly departures per individual transit stop.
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72.1% of residents in Townsville City - North Ward report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 82% of areas nationally. 3.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 65.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.9 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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Evaluations by AreaSearch regarding mortality and chronic disease trends indicate superior health conditions across Townsville City - North Ward, marked by minimal rates of standard chronic illnesses among all age groups. Private medical insurance coverage is remarkably high, protecting roughly 66% of all inhabitants (6,321 people). This uptake notably exceeds the 52.5% reported across Regional Qld and the national benchmark of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and arthritis represent the primary chronic ailments diagnosed locally, affecting 8.1 and 6.7% of the community, respectively. Overall, 72.1% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Health metrics are particularly favorable among residents under the age of 65. Older residents aged 65 and over make up 18.5% of the population (1,776 people), which is lower than the 20.3% observed regionally. Senior wellbeing remains robust, matching wider national rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
26.1% of Townsville City - North Ward residents were born overseas and 12.8% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.0%) and Australian (21.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Townsville City - North Ward demonstrates notable multicultural diversity, with 26.1% of the community born abroad and 12.8% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity represents the most widespread religious affiliation, followed by 50.8% of the local population. However, the most distinct statistical overrepresentation occurs among followers of Judaism, who comprise 0.2% locally versus 0.1% across Regional Qld. Regarding ancestral heritage based on parental birthplace, the leading ancestries identified in Townsville City - North Ward are English at 28.0%, Australian at 21.0% (trailing the regional figure of 26.5%), and Irish at 10.2%.
Furthermore, several specific backgrounds exhibit higher local representation than seen across the broader region, including Scottish at 8.9% (vs 7.8%), French at 0.7% (vs 0.5%), and Spanish at 0.7% (vs 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Townsville City - North Ward is 39. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 33.0% 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 local population structure shows a substantial concentration of young, childless adults. Updated estimates for August 2026 indicate that 32.5% of the community falls into the 25 - 44 age category, compared to 25.5% in Regional Qld, while 23.8% are aged 0 - 24 compared to a regional level of 29.6%. The current median age is estimated at 39, down from 40 recorded at the 2021 Census and 2 years below the 41 recorded regionally at that time. The most notable post-Census adjustment occurred in the 45 - 64 age bracket, which fell from 29.7% to an estimated 25.2%.
Looking toward 2041, the 25 - 44 cohort is projected to see the greatest net addition, increasing by 512 residents (16%) to 3,627, whereas younger age groups and older working cohorts are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Townsville City - North Ward
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months ago all 11 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 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 34 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (9,116 at the 2021 Census → 9,592 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 (318021490). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.