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Trinity Beach - Smithfield has an estimated 19,885 residents, up from 16,791 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,094 people, or 18.4%. Growth has averaged 3.6% a year over five years, faster than 89% of areas nationally. 670 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 43.5% of that increase. That puts 902 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 investigations by AreaSearch, the population of Trinity Beach - Smithfield is approximately 19,885 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 3,094 people (18.4%) from the 16,791 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated utilizing the ABS estimated resident population of 19,862 from June 2025 and 670 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The population density stands at 901 persons per square kilometer, a level that aligns closely with standard figures across locations reviewed by AreaSearch. The 18.4% expansion since the 2021 Census outpaced the broader SA4 region (7.5%) and the Rest of Qld, positioning the district as a regional growth leader.
The primary driver of this population increase was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 43.5% of the total gains, though other components such as overseas migration and natural growth also made positive contributions. Projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2. In instances where SA2 regions lack this data, or for periods after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 using 2021 data are applied. Because these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age, AreaSearch distributes age cohort growth proportionally based on the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections with a 2022 baseline. Demographic modeling suggests a major increase in population that ranks in the top national quartile for non-metropolitan zones, with the locality projected to gain 5,929 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, indicating a 29.7% expansion over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
962 new dwellings have been approved in Trinity Beach - Smithfield over the past five years, an average of 192 a year. That places the area in the 92nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 10 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 133 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 97% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 50, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Approximately 192 residential building approvals have been granted annually in Trinity Beach - Smithfield, culminating in 962 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 46 approvals have been documented. With an average of 3.4 additional residents per year for each home constructed over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demand remains well ahead of new supply, a dynamic that typically spurs price appreciation and heightens competition among buyers, even as new dwellings register an average construction cost of $257,000—a figure below the regional average that indicates relatively budget-friendly options for buyers.
Furthermore, commercial approvals valued at $45.3 million have been logged during this financial year, pointing to a high degree of local business development. Compared to the Rest of Qld, per capita development activity in Trinity Beach - Smithfield is 54.0% higher, offering purchasers a broad selection of properties despite a recent easing in construction volumes. This pace of development is substantially higher than the national average, showing strong interest from builders. Recent builds consist of 97.0% standalone houses and 3.0% apartments or townhouses, preserving the low-density, traditional feel of the suburb with an emphasis on spacious family residences. A ratio of roughly 224 people for each dwelling approval points to an evolving market. Long-term forecasts suggest Trinity Beach - Smithfield will add 5,906 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. While home building is keeping up reasonably well with this anticipated growth, buyers may experience rising competition as the population scale increases.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Trinity Beach - Smithfield, worth an estimated $560 million. A further 97 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $10.5 billion. 23 are already under construction and 40 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning decisions can significantly affect the performance of an area. In total, 15 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a potential impact on the locality. Principal projects include the Woolworths Trinity Beach Shopping Centre, Half Moon Bay Estate, Bluewater Living, and Seascape Terraces, Trinity Park, with the following index highlighting those of greatest interest.
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Woolworths Trinity Beach Shopping Centre
A $60 million retail development by Fabcot Pty Ltd, Woolworths' property arm. Following years of planning delays and legal challenges, construction is underway with completion targeted for Q2 2027. The project features a 3,800sqm full-line Woolworths supermarket, approximately 15 specialty retail stores, a medical/consulting precinct, 269 on-grade car parks, six direct-to-boot bays, and four electric vehicle charging stations.
Half Moon Bay Estate
A community title scheme estate featuring 249 residential house and land packages on a 19.58ha beachfront site at Trinity Park. Approved by Cairns Regional Council, the project will dedicate about 35% of the site to open space, including a mangrove conservation area and wetlands rehabilitation.
Seascape Terraces, Trinity Park
Residential development featuring terraced housing and apartments in Trinity Park. Multiple building types proposed with contemporary tropical architecture and landscaped outdoor spaces.
The Palms
The Palms is a major masterplanned redevelopment of the former Paradise Palms Golf Course into a mixed-use precinct. The project features approximately 330 residential lots and the $210 million Reefsedge Waterpark and Tourist Park, which includes over 20 water slides, resort pools, 364 villas, and 47 caravan sites. The site also incorporates a proposed Catholic primary school and a village hub with retail and dining. Civil works are ongoing, with the waterpark and resort components targeted for a mid-2026 opening.
Bluewater Living
A master-planned community spanning 155 hectares with parkland, rainforest, waterfront home sites, and a 108-berth marina, offering a blend of natural beauty, security, and community amenities.
Johanna Road Residential Development
Completed in 2024, a fully leased 20-dwelling build-to-rent estate (mix of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom homes) at Trinity Beach, designed for long term rental demand and positioned near JCU and Smithfield services.
Reefsedge Resort & Waterpark
A state-of-the-art $235 million waterpark and luxury resort development on the former Paradise Palms site. The project features 22 slides, including a three-level tower and the King Cobra slide, plus wave and lagoon pools. The masterplan includes 364 villas, 127 ensuited caravan sites, and a fully renovated clubhouse. Designed as a catalytic tourism project for Far North Queensland, it expects to attract 379,000 annual visitors and create over 400 operational jobs.
Endeavour Estate
An exclusive residential estate in Trinity Beach featuring 105 lots sold as house and land packages. The development offers fully turn-key homes with inclusions such as fans, split system air conditioning, stone benchtops, porcelain tiles, carpet, and full landscaping. Situated near schools, beaches, recreational facilities, and boat ramps, promoting a family-oriented coastal lifestyle.
10,770 residents of Trinity Beach - Smithfield are employed, from a labour force of 11,018. Unemployment sits at 2.3%, with participation at 68.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% 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 17,458, about 88% 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 local workforce in Trinity Beach - Smithfield features a strong presence of skilled workers and essential services employees, alongside a low unemployment rate of 2.3%. As of March 2026, 10,770 residents are employed, with the unemployment rate sitting 1.7% below the 3.9% recorded in Regional Qld, while workforce participation is standard at 68.0% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates a moderate 16.4% of employees worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions. Local employment is largely centered in health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and retail trade.
Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 1.0% of the local workforce, which is lower than the 4.5% average for Regional Qld. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that this predominantly residential district provides relatively few local job options. AreaSearch analysis of ABS and SALM data indicates that the labor force shrank by 2.0% over the 12-month period, while total employment fell by 2.9%, leading to a 0.9 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This trend differed from Regional Qld, which recorded a 0.1% rise in employment, a 0.3% growth in the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of May-25 provide context for future workforce requirements in Trinity Beach - Smithfield. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce mix to project future trends. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely across different sectors. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce suggests that employment in Trinity Beach - Smithfield could expand by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, representing a simple weighting based on industry mix without adjusting for local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Trinity Beach - Smithfield is $1,800 a week (about $94,000 a year), with median personal income at $859 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,871 a year against an average of $67,596. 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 AreaSearch's compilation of the most recent postcode level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Trinity Beach - Smithfield SA2 recorded a median income of $55,871 and an average income of $67,596. These levels align with national averages and compare to $53,146 (median) and $66,593 (average) across Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at approximately $62,218 for the median and $75,275 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in Trinity Beach - Smithfield place the area around the 56th percentile nationwide.
The statistics show 36.5% of the population (7,258 individuals) occupy the $1,500 - 2,999 income band, which is comparable to the 31.7% in this bracket across the surrounding region. Residential costs absorb 17.0% of incomes, but solid earnings help keep disposable income at the 52nd percentile, while the SEIFA income index places the area in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Trinity Beach - Smithfield had 6,079 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 10% apartments. 42% are owned with a mortgage, 33% rented and 25% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $420 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 23.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in Trinity Beach - Smithfield at the time of the latest Census consisted of 82.7% standalone houses and 17.3% other formats (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership in Trinity Beach - Smithfield was lower than the Regional Qld level at 25.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgagors (42.0%) or tenants (32.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was $1,733, higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent of $420 was also above the regional average of $345.
On a national scale, mortgage payments in Trinity Beach - Smithfield are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rental costs are notably higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Trinity Beach - Smithfield counted 6,079 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,199 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 30% couples without children. 21% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 74.4%, consisting of 30.7% couples with children, 30.4% couples without children, and 12.2% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 25.6%, which is split between single-person households at 20.9% and group share houses at 4.7%. The typical household size of 2.6 residents exceeds the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
25.7% of adults in Trinity Beach - Smithfield hold a university qualification, including 17.7% with a bachelor degree and 5.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.0% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 3,110 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,018 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 compared to the broader region, with university graduation rates at 25.7% of residents aged 15 and over, exceeding the Rest of Qld average of 20.6% and reflecting a local focus on higher education. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 17.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 5.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational and technical training is also highly prevalent, with 40.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, comprising advanced diplomas at 12.9% and certificates at 28.0%. Enrollment rates in education are quite high, with 32.7% of the population engaged in structured study.
This includes 10.8% in primary schools, 8.4% in secondary schools, and 7.2% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
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Public transport in Trinity Beach - Smithfield reaches 52 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 1,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 330 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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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An evaluation of public transport options shows 52 active transit stops in Trinity Beach - Smithfield, consisting of a variety of bus services. These stops are served by 9 unique routes, which run a combined total of 1,564 passenger trips each week. Transport connection is classified as good, with residents living an average of 329 meters from the closest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers travel out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 91%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.5 cars per household.
A total of 16.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related working arrangements. Daily bus services average 223 trips across the network, which translates to roughly 30 weekly services for each transit stop.
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74.5% of residents in Trinity Beach - Smithfield report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 87% of areas nationally. 4.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators in Trinity Beach - Smithfield show positive trends, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, with younger age groups showing a particularly low occurrence of typical health conditions, while the rate of private health insurance coverage sits slightly ahead of the average SA2 region at approximately 53% of the population (~10,459 people). The most prevalent diagnosed conditions in the locality are mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 7.6% and 6.8% of the population respectively, while 74.5% of residents reported having no long-term medical issues, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Health profiles for residents under the age of 65 are stronger than the national average. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 15.1% of the population (2,998 people), which is lower than the 20.4% average in Regional Qld. Although health outcomes for these older residents are strong, their national ranking is lower than that of the younger local demographic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
28.0% of Trinity Beach - Smithfield residents were born overseas and 14.2% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.1%) and Australian (23.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Trinity Beach - Smithfield shows higher cultural diversity than most regional markets, with 14.2% of the population speaking a language other than English at home and 28.0% of residents born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 42.7% of the community. However, the most distinct religious variance is seen in Judaism, which represents 0.2% of the population compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld. Looking at ancestral background, the three most common heritages in Trinity Beach - Smithfield are English at 28.1%, Australian at 23.1%, and Other at 10.8%.
There are also notable differences in the concentration of other backgrounds, with New Zealand ancestry representing 1.0% of the population (compared to 0.9% regionally), French at 0.7% (compared to 0.5%), and Welsh at 0.7% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Trinity Beach - Smithfield is 38. 27.3% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 38 years in Trinity Beach - Smithfield is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 41 and matches the Australian average of 38 years. The 35 - 44 cohort is highly represented at 15.1% relative to Regional Qld, while the 75 - 84 cohort is less common at 4.6%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 25 to 34 age bracket increased from 13.4% to 14.3% of the total population. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 14.1% to 12.7%, and the 5 to 14 group fell from 13.8% to 12.6%.
Demographic projections for 2041 point to significant changes in the age structure of Trinity Beach - Smithfield. Leading this trend, the 25 to 34 age group is projected to expand by 44% (1,245 people), growing from 2,841 to 4,087. On the other hand, the 15 to 24 group is expected to experience minimal growth of 7% (181 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Trinity Beach - Smithfield
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 6 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 — 670 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (16,791 at the 2021 Census → 19,885 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 (306011142). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.