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Varsity Lakes has an estimated 18,207 residents, up from 16,639 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,568 people, or 9.4%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years. 302 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 87.5% of that increase. That puts 3,060 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 by AreaSearch, the population of Varsity Lakes stands at approximately 18,207 as of May 2026. Compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 16,639 people, this represents a growth of 1,568 people (9.4%). This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 18,207 for June 2025 combined with 302 validated new addresses identified since the Census. With a density of 3,060 persons per square kilometer, the locality ranks in the top quartile of all Australian areas assessed by AreaSearch. The 9.4% population expansion since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 area (8.0%) as well as the Rest of Qld, positioning the suburb as a regional growth leader.
This growth was mainly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 87.5% of the total population gains in recent times. Projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized for each SA2 area. For locations where this dataset is unavailable, or for periods past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (utilizing 2021 baseline data) are applied. Because these state-level projections lack age breakdown details, AreaSearch allocates growth weightings proportionally across age groups based on the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023 with a 2022 baseline). Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, Varsity Lakes is projected to experience substantial population gains within the highest quartile of non-metropolitan regions nationwide. Total population is projected to grow by 4,793 persons to 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total increase of 26.3% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
413 new dwellings have been approved in Varsity Lakes over the past five years, an average of 82 a year. That is 4.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 487, 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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Varsity Lakes has averaged approximately 82 new residential approvals annually, amounting to a total of 413 homes over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 447 approvals have been logged. Property values are supported by strong demand, evidenced by an average of 2.9 new residents per year per dwelling over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25. Newly constructed homes have an average value of $23,000, which sits below regional averages and provides more budget-friendly options for buyers. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $2.4 million have been documented this financial year, highlighting the suburb's predominantly residential character.
Varsity Lakes exhibits a slightly higher rate of residential development compared to the Rest of Qld (exceeding the regional per capita average by 28.0% over the 5 year period), supporting buyer options while helping sustain existing property values, despite a deceleration in building activity lately. The composition of new projects consists of 40.0% detached dwellings and 60.0% attached dwellings. This orientation toward higher density housing offers more affordable entry points that attract downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. The area has approximately 9072 people per dwelling approval, indicating a mature residential market. According to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch, Varsity Lakes is projected to add 4,793 residents by 2041. If building volumes remain at their current levels, the supply of housing may not keep pace with population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and driving upward pressure on property prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Varsity Lakes, worth an estimated $322 million. A further 176 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $35.4 billion. 53 are already under construction and 78 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning initiatives can have a significant impact on an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 13 projects expected to influence the local area. Prominent developments include the Varsity Lakes Coles Shopping Centre, Cienna Varsity Ridge, the Bond University Student Accommodation Project, and the European Train Control System - Beenleigh to Varsity Lakes, with the following list detailing those of primary relevance.
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Cienna Varsity Ridge
Four-tower master-planned apartment community by Homecorp comprising 546 apartments. Stage One delivered 257 apartments in 2023. Stage Two is under construction, delivering 289 one, two and three-bedroom apartments across 12 and 14-storey towers with resort-style amenities, retail space, landscaped communal areas and additional public parking. Completion is targeted for 2027.
Varsity Lakes Coles Shopping Centre
A standalone retail development anchored by a full-line 3,382sqm Coles supermarket and Liquorland. The 3,592sqm centre features a suspended slab design with two levels of parking (basement and on-grade) providing over 180 spaces. It includes a dedicated click-and-collect section and specialty retail tenancies. The project was designed to navigate steep site topography and features acoustic screening to protect the amenity of surrounding residential neighbors.
Treetops Plaza Redevelopment - Urbia Burleigh Masterplan
The Urbia Burleigh Masterplan is a long-term, $350 million mixed-use transformation of the Treetops District Centre. It features an expansion of the Treetops Plaza shopping centre, commercial office buildings, and a residential precinct totaling approximately 650 apartments across multiple towers up to 20 storeys. The first stage, 'Treetops North' at 9 Classic Way, consists of a 20-storey residential building with 129 luxury apartments and premium amenities. This initial phase has received development approval, with construction preparation ongoing.
Bond University Student Accommodation Project
Twin-tower student accommodation project at 14 Lake Street, Varsity Lakes. Two buildings of 15 and 17 levels providing 646 student beds across 499 units, plus 1,345sqm of learning spaces. Connected to Bond University campus via pedestrian bridge. Development application approved by Gold Coast City Council.
European Train Control System - Beenleigh to Varsity Lakes
Installation of the European Train Control System (ETCS) digital signalling system between Beenleigh and Varsity Lakes. Construction commenced in February 2025 and includes installation of signalling equipment, balises, radio masts, antennas, technology huts, axle counters and cabling to improve rail safety, capacity, efficiency and reliability. The project is being delivered by the Sequence Alliance comprising the Department of Transport and Main Roads, Queensland Rail and Hitachi Rail.
Burleigh Waters - Cassowary Drive Bridge Replacement
Replacement of the existing 1980s bridge over Lake Heron with a new 3-span structure featuring 3.5m travel lanes and 2.5m walkways on both sides, designed for a 100-year service life to enhance safety and reduce maintenance. Construction is currently underway with local traffic restrictions in place.
Robina Private Hospital Expansion (Stage 2)
A $190 million stage two expansion of Robina Private Hospital on the Gold Coast, designed by HSPC Health Architects for owner Australian Unity and operator Aurora Healthcare Australia. Gold Coast City Council granted full development approval in early 2025 for a nine-storey building delivering 185 mental health, medical rehabilitation and acute surgical beds, seven surgical theatres, mental health group therapy rooms, additional rehabilitation gyms, a ground floor cafe, retail pharmacy, 700 square metres of medical imaging, over 30 doctors consulting suites, and three levels of basement parking.The building targets a 5 star Green Star rating and will occupy a 6,701 square metre site on the corner of Robina Parkway and Bayberry Lane, adjoining the existing 90 bed Robina Private Hospital. Construction was slated to commence in early 2026 and is expected to generate more than 200 building and construction jobs.
Burly Residences
$540 million luxury six-star residential apartment building at 264-268 The Esplanade, Burleigh Heads. Comprises 101 prestigious residences across 25 levels with 40m of beach frontage. Features extensive six-star resort amenities including Club Burly wellness center. Delivered by DD Living and built by Gowdie Management Group.
10,666 residents of Varsity Lakes are employed, from a labour force of 10,991. Unemployment sits at 3.0%, with participation at 72.5%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 16,631, about 91% 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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Varsity Lakes is characterized by a highly educated labor force with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 3.0%, and estimated annual employment growth of 3.6%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 10,666, with the unemployment rate sitting 1.0% below the Regional Qld level of 3.9%. The labor force participation rate is exceptionally high at 72.5%, compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a moderate 15.8% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food. There is a strong concentration of professional & technical workers, who are employed at 1.5 times the regional average rate. On the other hand, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented, employing just 0.2% of the workforce compared to the regional average of 4.5%. Although the area offers local jobs, census data comparing the working population to the resident population suggests a significant portion of residents travel outside the suburb to work. According to AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS statistics, the latest 12-month period saw employment rise by 3.6% while the total labor force grew by 3.3%, resulting in a 0.3 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Regional Qld experienced employment growth of 0.1%, labor force expansion of 0.3%, 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 demands in Varsity Lakes. These five and ten-year projections have been integrated with the local employment structure to project future growth. While total employment nationwide is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expansion varies widely by sector. Applying these national industry trends to the local employment composition suggests Varsity Lakes's employment could grow by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for comparison and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Varsity Lakes is $1,645 a week (about $86,000 a year), with median personal income at $788 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,368 a year against an average of $67,377. 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 ATO statistics for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the Varsity Lakes SA2 recorded a median income of $54,368 and an average income of $67,377. These figures align closely with national averages and compare to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 throughout Regional Qld. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be roughly $60,544 for the median and $75,031 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Varsity Lakes were modest, ranking between the 44th and 46th percentiles.
Income distribution data shows that 36.0% of the population (6,554 individuals) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, which is similar to the wider region where 31.7% fall into this range. Housing costs place a heavy burden on residents, leaving only 77.9% of income disposable, which ranks in the 37th percentile, while the area's SEIFA income index sits in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Varsity Lakes had 6,273 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 43% detached houses and 24% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 44% rented and 21% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $490 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,842 a month, a total housing cost higher than 85% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 29.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing types in Varsity Lakes at the time of the latest Census consisted of 43.1% houses and 56.9% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached properties, townhouses, and apartments), compared to Regional Qld where houses made up 76.4% and other dwellings accounted for 23.6%. Home ownership rates in Varsity Lakes were lower than the Regional Qld average at 21.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by households with a mortgage (34.4%) or renting (44.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,842 was higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, and the median weekly rent was $490 compared to the regional average of $345.
On a national level, mortgage payments in Varsity Lakes are below the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rental prices are significantly higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Varsity Lakes counted 6,273 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,864 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 24% 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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Family households make up the majority of homes at 69.6%, consisting of couples with children (29.1%), couples without children (24.0%), and single parent families (15.0%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 30.4% of households, with single person households representing 24.0% and group houses making up 6.4%. The median household size is 2.5 residents, matching the average for Regional Qld.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
30.6% of adults in Varsity Lakes hold a university qualification, including 21.2% with a bachelor degree and 7.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 80% of areas nationally. A further 23.0% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 3,360 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,065 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 level of education in Varsity Lakes is notably high compared to regional baselines, with 30.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 20.6% in the Rest of Qld and 25.4% in the SA4 region. This high concentration of qualified residents supports local participation in knowledge-based industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 21.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.0% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Vocational and technical training is also common, with 35.8% of the population aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas (12.8%) and certificates (23.0%).
A high proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 32.9% of residents currently enrolled in an educational institution. This includes 10.0% of residents in primary school, 8.2% in high school, and 8.0% attending tertiary education institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Varsity Lakes reaches 44 stops on 30 routes, timetabled for about 3,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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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Analysis of the local transport network shows 44 active public transport stops in Varsity Lakes, providing a combination of train and bus services. These stops are served by 30 separate routes that support 3,203 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 202 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, the majority of working residents commute out of the area, and private cars remain the primary mode of transport at 90%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.3 per household, which is below the regional average.
Census data from 2021 indicates that 15.8% of residents worked from home, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. The average service frequency is 457 trips per day across the network, which averages out to approximately 72 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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73.2% of residents in Varsity Lakes report no long-term health condition. 5.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.2 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, health outcomes in Varsity Lakes are below average, with common medical issues showing a slightly higher incidence rate across both younger and older demographics, while private health insurance coverage is slightly above the average SA2 area at approximately 53% of the population (~9,576 people). Mental health conditions and asthma were the most prevalent diagnoses among residents, affecting 8.1 and 6.6% of the population respectively, whereas 73.2% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Health outcomes for residents under the age of 65 are better than average. Residents aged 65 and over make up 13.1% of the population (2,381 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld level of 20.4%, with national health rankings for the suburb aligning closely with general population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
35.3% of Varsity Lakes residents were born overseas and 22.2% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.5%) and Australian (21.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Varsity Lakes exhibits higher cultural diversity than most comparable local property markets, with 22.2% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 35.3% of the population born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 43.7% of the community. The most distinct religious overrepresentation relative to the region is Judaism, which is practiced by 0.2% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld. Looking at ancestral backgrounds based on parents' birthplace, the three largest groups in Varsity Lakes are English at 27.5% of the population, Australian at 21.4% (which is below the regional average of 26.5%), and Other at 10.5%.
There are also notable differences in other ancestral groups: New Zealand backgrounds account for 1.4% of Varsity Lakes (compared to 0.9% regionally), Hungarian backgrounds stand at 0.5% (compared to 0.2%), and Spanish backgrounds are at 0.8% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Varsity Lakes is 36. 32.3% 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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With a median age of 36, Varsity Lakes has a younger population than Regional Qld (median age of 41) and is also slightly younger than the Australian average of 38. Compared to the Regional Qld average, the 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented at 18.7% of the population, while the 65 - 74 age group is underrepresented at 7.0%. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has increased from 15.9% to 18.7%, while the 5 to 14 age bracket has decreased from 13.0% to 11.4%.
Demographic models suggest the age structure of Varsity Lakes will change significantly by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age group projected to grow by 1,477 people (43%) from 3,408 to 4,886, while the 15 to 24 cohort is expected to increase by a modest 5% (128 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Varsity Lakes
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 5 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 Jun 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 (16,639 at the 2021 Census → 18,207 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 (309081262). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.