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Victoria Point has an estimated 16,282 residents, up from 15,140 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,142 people, or 7.5%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. 661 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 71.2% of that increase. That puts 1,214 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 resident count of Victoria Point reaches approximately 16,282 as of May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 1,142 individuals (7.5%) from the 15,140 residents documented during the 2021 Census. The calculation combines the ABS estimated resident population of 16,134 from June 2025 with 661 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level yields a density of 1,214 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical ratio observed across assessed national territories. The area's 7.5% post-census growth rate is competitive, trailing the SA4 region (8.3%) by only 0.8 percentage points.
Interstate migration served as the primary growth driver, accounting for roughly 71.2% of the total population gains in recent times. Projections for each SA2 zone utilize ABS/Geoscience Australia data published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For SA2 zones omitted from this dataset, as well as all projections beyond 2032, figures from the Queensland State Government's 2023 release (based on 2021 data) are applied. Because these state-level forecasts omit age-bracket breakdowns, AreaSearch distributes growth using proportional weightings derived from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 baseline statistics) for each age cohort. Reflecting these anticipated demographic transitions, forecasts suggest a contraction in the overall population over the long term, with the community projected to decrease by 401 residents by 2041. Conversely, growth is predicted within particular age brackets, led by the cohort aged 85 and over, which is expected to rise by 825 individuals. Refer to the age section for additional details.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
687 new dwellings have been approved in Victoria Point over the past five years, an average of 137 a year. That places the area in the 81st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 130 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 76% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 329, 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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Victoria Point has averaged approximately 137 residential building approvals annually, translating to a total of 687 new dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 302 approvals have been registered. With an average of 1.1 additional residents per year per finished home over the five financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, residential supply is aligned with demand to support stable market conditions. Newly constructed properties carry an average estimated construction cost of $397,000, which sits slightly above regional benchmarks and points to an emphasis on quality builds.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $15.3 million during this financial year, showing ongoing business investment. When compared to Greater Brisbane, per capita building activity in Victoria Point is very similar, maintaining a market balance in line with adjacent locations, though building activity has risen in recent times. The composition of new residential builds consists of 76.0% detached houses and 24.0% attached homes, preserving a suburban profile centered on houses that attract buyers looking for extra space. With approximately 80 residents for every building approval, Victoria Point presents the characteristics of a developing area. Faced with flat or shrinking population projections, Victoria Point might experience reduced pressure on the housing market, potentially offering advantageous conditions for property purchasers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Victoria Point, worth an estimated $383 million. A further 58 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $14.1 billion. 24 are already under construction and 19 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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Local infrastructure updates, major works, and strategic planning decisions have a significant effect on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 12 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Key initiatives include the Victoria Point South West Local Plan, Woodbury Estate Victoria Point, Arc on the Point - Clay Gully Development, and Weinam Creek Priority Development Area, with the details of the most significant projects outlined below.
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Victoria Point South West Local Plan
A strategic initiative by Redland City Council to manage future urban development across approximately 175 hectares in southwest Victoria Point. Originally proposed as a standalone amendment, the Local Plan is now being integrated into the comprehensive Redland City Plan review following various Planning and Environment Court approvals in the area. The plan aims to transition the region from an emerging community to a structured residential area, supported by critical infrastructure such as a $28 million wastewater sewer trunk network project.
Arc on the Point
Masterplanned residential estate by Urbex comprising 295 homesites across approximately 25 hectares at Victoria Point. The community includes landscaped parkland, playgrounds, walking and cycling trails, and conservation areas. Construction has progressed through multiple stages with operational works continuing while the final land releases have now sold out.
Woodbury Estate Victoria Point
Woodbury Estate, developed and built by Fiteni Homes, is a master-planned community spanning 80 hectares to the west of Victoria Point. It comprises approximately 800 residential lots delivered across multiple staged releases, with around 45 hectares (roughly 25 percent of the community) set aside for open green space, protected bushland, walking and cycling trails, and parks. The award-winning Casuarina Park, recognised by the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects, anchors the estate's recreation network, with three further parks planned for future stages.Construction is well underway, with Stage 1.5b now released and selling (17 homesites from 420sqm to 735sqm) following the near sell-out of Stages 1.3 and 1.4. A display home operates seven days a week at 7 Wollemi Avenue, Victoria Point. The project emphasises sustainable, family-friendly living close to shopping, dining, schools, Victoria Point Reserve, and public transport.
Retirement Facility - Redland Bay Road
A retirement facility and relocatable home park development for up to 264 dwellings (not solely for retirees, but over 50's development). Located on four blocks including a former poultry farm and truck yard. PPV Pty Ltd application was approved through Planning & Environment Court. The site may be developed as Sanctuary Victoria Point by Ingenia Lifestyle or similar retirement living operators.
La Mer Thompson's Beach
Boutique luxury residences at Thompson's Beach offering views of Moreton Bay, featuring resort-style amenities including a heated pool, high-end kitchens with Smeg appliances, stone benchtops, and premium finishes.
Sea Change Victoria Point
A boutique development of 10 luxury three-bedroom apartments designed for refined coastal living, featuring spacious open-plan designs, exceptional finishes, and views across Moreton Bay. Located near the water in Victoria Point, with easy access to shopping, public transport, schools, and community hubs.
Weinam Creek Priority Development Area
A 42-hectare waterfront redevelopment at Redland Bay, comprising 36 hectares of land and approximately 6 hectares of Moreton Bay Marine Park. The Priority Development Area was declared in June 2013 to reinforce Weinam Creek as a regional gateway to the Southern Moreton Bay Islands of Macleay, Lamb, Karragarra and Russell. Stage 1 works are complete, including a new recreational boat ramp opened in November 2024 and over 260 temporary car parking spaces delivered across new facilities on Banana Street and Hamilton Street in late 2024.Following Redland City Council's December 2025 decision not to extend the Memorandum of Understanding with the preferred development partner Consolidated Properties Group, the Council resolved in February 2026 to transfer land to the Queensland Government. Economic Development Queensland is now leading delivery of the multi-storey car park as a fast-tracked, standalone priority, with design, planning approval and construction contracting well advanced. The original master plan including retail, medical, grocery and foreshore precinct elements remains in place but is under review.
Cleveland-Redland Bay Road Upgrade
Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads is delivering a $110 million package to upgrade Cleveland-Redland Bay Road. The current main works duplicate the road from two to four lanes between Anita Street in Redland Bay and Magnolia Parade in Victoria Point, with traffic signals, pedestrian crossings, active transport links, improved bus stops, noise barriers, fauna and fish passage upgrades, koala fencing and intersection safety works. Construction for the Anita Street to Magnolia Parade duplication started in May 2023 and remains listed by TMR as under construction.
8,106 residents of Victoria Point are employed, from a labour force of 8,381. Unemployment sits at 3.3%, with participation at 60.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 14,518, about 89% 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 Victoria Point is highly skilled and features strong representation in key service sectors, alongside a low unemployment rate of 3.3% and a 3.9% annual rise in estimated jobs. As of March 2026, the employed resident count stands at 8,106, while the jobless rate is 1.0 percentage points below the 4.3% recorded for Greater Brisbane. However, the participation rate of 60.9% is considerably lower than the 70.4% seen across Greater Brisbane. Census data reveals that a moderate 15.2% of working residents performed their jobs from home, although this may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The region exhibits a distinct concentration in construction, with its employment share tracking at 1.5 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, the professional & technical services sector is underrepresented, employing only 5.8% of workers compared to 8.9% across the wider region. The comparison between the local working population and resident employment figures indicates that this heavily residential suburb offers relatively few jobs within its borders. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS data, the 12-month period ending March 2026 saw employment expand by 3.9% and the labor force grow by 4.0%, which kept the unemployment rate stable. Over the same timeframe, Greater Brisbane experienced a 3.2% rise in employment and a 3.4% expansion of the labor force, with its unemployment rate ticking up by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national forecasts from May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective employment needs in Victoria Point. These five-year and ten-year national projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Although total national employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of change varies widely across different industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment profile of Victoria Point indicates that local employment would expand by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, using a direct weighting extrapolation for demonstration purposes that excludes localized population changes.
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Median household income in Victoria Point is $1,511 a week (about $79,000 a year), with median personal income at $703 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,342 a year against an average of $63,096. 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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The most recent ATO postcode data for the 2023 financial year indicates that incomes in the Victoria Point SA2 fall below national benchmarks, reporting a median of $52,342 and an average of $63,096. This is lower than the Greater Brisbane figures, where the median income is $58,236 and the average is $72,799. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year results in current estimates of approximately $58,288 for the median and $70,264 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census confirms that family, household, and individual incomes are modest in Victoria Point, placing between the 28th and 36th percentiles.
Looking at the distribution of earnings, the largest bracket contains 30.3% of local residents (4,933 people) who earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the metropolitan pattern where 33.3% of the population falls into this category. Housing affordability presents a significant challenge, with residents retaining only 82.2% of their income, which ranks in the 35th percentile, while the area's SEIFA income metric ranks in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Victoria Point had 5,802 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 81% detached houses and 3% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 22% rented and 40% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 29.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census data, the housing stock in Victoria Point is composed of 80.9% separate houses and 19.2% alternative structures (including apartments, semi-detached properties, and other styles), compared to the Brisbane metropolitan breakdown of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The level of outright home ownership is significantly higher than the Brisbane metropolitan average at 40.4%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (37.4%) or occupied by tenants (22.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,950 is higher than the Brisbane metro average of $1,863, while the median weekly rental cost of $450 is higher than the metro average of $380.
On a national level, mortgage outlays in Victoria Point exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also notably higher than the countrywide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Victoria Point counted 5,802 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,240 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 33% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 73.4%, consisting of couples with children at 28.9%, couples without children at 33.4%, and single-parent homes at 10.3%. The remaining 26.6% are non-family households, which are predominantly single-person households at 24.6% alongside group households at 2.0%. The median household size of 2.5 residents is slightly below the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.5% of adults in Victoria Point hold a university qualification, including 12.4% with a bachelor degree and 2.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.3% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 3,006 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,009 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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Educational statistics show room for improvement, with university qualification levels (17.5%) tracking significantly below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This gap highlights a clear opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the largest share of higher education at 12.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational training is highly prevalent, with 41.8% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.5% and certificates at 29.3%. A notable portion of the population is enrolled in study, with 23.8% of residents participating in formal learning.
This group includes 8.2% in primary schools, 7.6% in secondary schools, and 3.3% in higher education or vocational courses.
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Public transport in Victoria Point reaches 70 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 1,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 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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Public transit analysis indicates there are 70 operational transit stops in Victoria Point, which are serviced by bus connections. These stops support 11 distinct routes that provide a combined 1,071 weekly passenger journeys. Transit accessibility is rated as good, with residents living an average of 237 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice for 93% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.5 cars per dwelling. Additionally, 15.2% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules.
Across all transit routes, service frequency averages 153 trips daily, which represents approximately 15 weekly trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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60.7% of residents in Victoria Point report no long-term health condition. 8.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.3 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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Victoria Point experiences notable health difficulties, as indicated by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses. Common medical issues are widely distributed, showing a much higher concentration among older demographics. Additionally, the rate of private health insurance is relatively low, covering approximately 50% of the population (~8,206 residents) compared to 55.8% in Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues in the area are arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 11.0% and 8.6% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 60.7% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, which is lower than the 69.2% recorded across Greater Brisbane.
Residents of working age display a higher-than-average frequency of chronic illnesses. The area features a significant demographic aged 65 and over, making up 31.7% of the population (5,154 people) compared to 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. Seniors experience some challenges with health outcomes, though these metrics rank more favorably on a national scale than those of the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Victoria Point is largely Australian-born, at 77.6% of residents, with 5.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.3%) and Australian (26.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Victoria Point is below the national average, with 77.6% of residents born in Australia, 90.4% holding citizenship, and 94.8% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by 56.5% of the local population, compared to 47.8% recorded across Greater Brisbane. Looking at parent countries of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in Victoria Point are English at 34.3% (well above the regional average of 26.8%), Australian at 26.3%, and Scottish at 9.1%. There are also notable differences in other heritage groups: New Zealanders represent 1.3% of the local population (compared to 1.0% regionally), South Australians account for 0.8% (compared to 0.6% regionally), and Maori residents make up 0.9% (compared to 1.1% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Victoria Point is 49, older than 89% of areas nationally. 19.3% 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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Victoria Point has a median age of 49 years, which is substantially higher than the Greater Brisbane median of 36 and the Australian average of 38 years. The local age distribution features a large proportion of residents aged 75 - 84 (12.8%), while the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller (7.2%) than in Greater Brisbane. The concentration of residents aged 75 - 84 is also higher than the national figure of 6.1%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 10.5% to 12.8% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group rose from 11.0% to 12.2%.
In contrast, the 45 to 54 group decreased from 13.3% to 11.6%. Population projections for 2041 suggest major demographic changes, with the 85+ cohort expected to grow by 89%, adding 779 residents to reach a total of 1,657. Residents aged 65 and over are projected to account for 100% of population growth, highlighting the aging trend. Conversely, contractions are expected within the 45 to 54 and 55 to 64 brackets.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Victoria Point
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 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 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 — 661 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (15,140 at the 2021 Census → 16,282 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 (301021013). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.