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Westcourt - Bungalow has an estimated 6,827 residents, up from 6,519 at the 2021 Census — a change of 308 people, or 4.7%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years. That puts 702 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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As of Aug 2026, research from AreaSearch places the population of Westcourt - Bungalow at approximately 6,827 residents. This represents an addition of 308 people (4.7%) compared to the 6,519 people counted in the 2021 Census. This adjustment draws on the ABS estimated resident population figure of 6,811 recorded at June 2025 alongside 99 validated new addresses registered following the Census. The local population density stands at 701 persons per square kilometer, a figure broadly consistent with typical benchmarks across AreaSearch study locations. With a post-census expansion of 4.7%, Westcourt - Bungalow sits within 2.2 percentage points of the broader SA3 area (6.9%), underlining solid local momentum.
Inflow from overseas migration served as the primary demographic catalyst, accounting for virtually all population gains over recent times. Projections utilised by AreaSearch incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia models for each SA2, published in 2024 using 2022 as their baseline. In instances where an SA2 lacks coverage or for periods extending past post-2032, projections from the Queensland State Government—issued in 2023 based on 2021 numbers—are substituted. Because these state figures omit age breakdowns, AreaSearch applies cohort weightings aligned with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, drawing on 2022 benchmarks). Taking into account anticipated demographic adjustments, the locality is projected to experience population expansion above the median for national regional areas, gaining 1,425 persons by 2041 according to current annual ERP statistics, which translates to a cumulative increase of 20.6% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
25 new dwellings have been approved in Westcourt - Bungalow over the past five years, an average of 5 a year. That is 0.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building approvals in Westcourt - Bungalow have averaged roughly 5 dwellings annually, amounting to 25 homes across the past 5 financial years. With an influx of 6.8 new residents per year per finished dwelling over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), local demand substantially outstrips fresh supply—a dynamic that typically heightens buyer rivalry and applies upward pressure on values—even as new dwellings are built for an average of $402,000, coming in under regional benchmarks and offering more attainable price points for buyers. Furthermore, commercial approvals reached $47.8 million during this financial year, reflecting substantial local commercial momentum.
Building activity within Westcourt - Bungalow is subdued when contrasted with Rest of Qld, sitting 83.0% below regional average per person. Such limited delivery of new housing generally bolsters interest and valuations across established stock. Construction levels also trail the broader national average, pointing toward established neighbourhood dynamics and potential zoning constraints. Recent residential development is divided between 60.0% detached dwellings and 40.0% medium and high-density housing, delivering a diversifying spectrum of attached dwellings that span compact entry-level homes to larger family layouts. This incoming supply leans more heavily toward detached houses than the baseline dwelling profile indicates (40.0% at Census), underscoring enduring appetite for standalone homes alongside densification trends. Meanwhile, an estimated ratio of 3757 people in the area per dwelling approval highlights the subdued pace of local construction. According to the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch, Westcourt - Bungalow is forecast to welcome an additional 1,409 residents by 2041. If building volume remains at current rates, the mismatch between housing delivery and demographic expansion could sharpen competition among buyers and provide ongoing support for property prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Westcourt - Bungalow, worth an estimated $1.52 billion. A further 94 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $12.5 billion. 22 are already under construction and 46 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local economic and social trajectory is heavily shaped by major project delivery, infrastructure upgrades, and strategic planning schemes. AreaSearch has pinpointed 70 projects expected to influence the district, including standout developments like the Barlow Park Redevelopment, Barlow Park Upgrade, 396 Severin Street Social Housing Apartments, and the Westcourt Walking Network Plan, with the accompanying catalog highlighting the initiatives carrying the greatest local significance.
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Cairns Marine Precinct Common User Facility
Ports North is leading the delivery of the Cairns Marine Precinct Common User Facility located at Cook Street and Fearnley Street, Portsmith, backed by a joint $387 million government investment. The project will expand northern Australia's maritime maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) capabilities by delivering a 5,000-tonne shiplift, three hardstands, two climate-controlled blast and paint sheds, and wet berth capacity. Expressions of interest are currently open for a long-term co-investment and operating partner, with operational delivery planned for late 2028.
Barlow Park Redevelopment
Major 91 million AUD transformation of Barlow Park Stadium ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The upgrade features a new western grandstand designed by Architectus and HKS, increasing seating capacity from 1,700 to 5,000. Key improvements include a climate-responsive elevated seating bowl, upgraded player and official facilities, enhanced accessibility, and expanded food and beverage precincts. The project serves as the center for Far North Queensland athletics and various football codes.
Westcourt Walking Network Plan
A comprehensive infrastructure strategy endorsed by Cairns Regional Council and the Department of Transport and Main Roads to transform pedestrian connectivity within a 2km radius of the DFO Shopping Centre. The plan identifies priority infrastructure upgrades, including missing footpath links and improved crossings, to enhance safety and accessibility for schools, community facilities, and public transport hubs. It is supported by the 2025/2026 Active Travel Program with a city-wide budget allocation of $3 million to address high-priority missing links and safety concerns.
Resource Recovery 2040
A major roadmap and infrastructure program to overhaul Cairns waste management. The project addresses the 2026 closure of the Bedminster Advanced Resource Recovery Facility and aims to reach Queensland Government recovery targets of 90% by 2040. Key initiatives include the introduction of a 3-bin system for food and garden organics (FOGO) starting in 2026, the development of new in-vessel composting facilities, and upgrades to existing materials recovery and transfer station assets.
Pinecrest Estate Mount Peter
Pinecrest is a large masterplanned residential community spanning over 100 hectares located 15 minutes south of Cairns CBD at Cooper Road, Mount Peter. The development will deliver approximately 1,500 allotments including residential lots averaging 1,000 square metres, commercial spaces, a retirement village and medium-density sites for uses such as childcare. Key features include lush tropical creeks and parklands, riverine pathways, nature play spaces, extensive native tree planting and sweeping mountain views. Rocky Creek Stage 3 is currently selling.The project is being rolled out over 8-10 years with an overall value exceeding $500 million.
Barlow Park Upgrade
The Barlow Park Upgrade is a key regional sports infrastructure investment being delivered ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games to host Olympic football matches. The project delivers a new, climate-appropriate shaded western grandstand increasing permanent seating from 1,700 to 5,000, upgraded broadcast lighting, competitor amenities, and improved accessibility across the Cairns Major Events Precinct. Led by the Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority (GIICA) and Cairns Regional Council with architects Architectus and HKS, construction is scheduled to commence in late 2026.
Cairns - Social and Affordable Housing Project (Infrastructure)
Queensland Government-backed enabling infrastructure project in Westcourt, Cairns, involving site servicing, road frontage upgrades and electrical works to unlock social and affordable housing. The federal Priority Works Stream implementation plan identifies the Westcourt infrastructure works as enabling 98 affordable homes, with delivery forecast in 2025-26. A related Queensland Government Westcourt social housing proposal on Ascot Avenue is in consultation/planning, with 21 two-bedroom units planned and construction targeted to commence in late 2026 for completion in late 2027.
Mount Peter Priority Development Area
A 2,650-hectare Priority Development Area (PDA) declared in July 2025 to manage the southern growth corridor of Cairns. The master-planned area is set to deliver approximately 18,500 new homes for 42,500 residents by 2046, supported by essential infrastructure including roads, schools, and community facilities.
3,249 residents of Westcourt - Bungalow are employed, from a labour force of 3,581. Unemployment sits at 9.3%, with participation at 60.3%. 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 12,548, about 184% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Boasting an unemployment rate of 9.3%, Westcourt - Bungalow retains a qualified labor pool featuring solid presence across key community services. Employed residents stood at 3,249 as of March 2026, though the local jobless rate sits 5.4% higher than the 3.9% recorded for Regional Qld, pointing to untapped workforce capacity, while labor participation lags broader figures (60.3% versus 64.2% across Regional Qld). Census returns showed a modest 10.3% of workers operating from home, an outcome potentially shaped by Covid-19 restrictions at the time. The primary employment sectors among local workers are health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and retail trade.
Specialisation is particularly pronounced in accommodation & food, where the local workforce share reaches 1.8 times the regional proportion. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 1.0% of local jobs, trailing the 4.5% seen throughout Regional Qld. Recording 2.2 workers for every resident as at the Census, the locality serves as a substantial regional employment node, providing more jobs than it has resident workers and drawing commuters from adjacent communities. AreaSearch assessment of ABS and SALM figures indicates that during the 12 months to March 2026, the local labor pool contracted by 1.9% while employment fell by 5.7%, lifting the jobless rate by 3.7 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional Qld experienced 0.1% employment growth, a 0.3% rise in its labor force, and a minor 0.1 percentage points increase in unemployment. Future employment trajectory in Westcourt - Bungalow can be evaluated via Jobs and Skills Australia national projections from Mar-26. These five- and ten-year forecasts have been correlated with local industry weighting to model prospective demand. Across the country, employment is expected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance fluctuating considerably by sector. When applied to Westcourt - Bungalow's specific economic makeup, these estimates suggest local workforce gains of 6.4% over five years and 13.5% over ten years (note that this represents an illustrative weighting extrapolation without factoring in specific local demographic shifts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Westcourt - Bungalow is $1,154 a week (about $60,000 a year), with median personal income at $677 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,612 a year against an average of $66,633. 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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Aggregated postcode data from the ATO for financial year 2023 shows taxpayers in the Westcourt - Bungalow SA2 generating a median income of $53,612 and an average income of $66,633. These figures sit slightly below national benchmarks, comparing to $53,146 (median) and $66,593 (average) across Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, modelled benchmarks reach roughly $59,702 for median earnings and $74,203 for average income as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places individual, family, and household earnings in Westcourt - Bungalow within the 10th to 24th percentiles nationally.
Income distribution shows a primary concentration of 28.3% of locals (1,932 people) earning within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, mirroring regional patterns where 31.7% fall into the same tier. Financial strain related to shelter is pronounced, with 80.0% of income remaining, ranking in the 9th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Westcourt - Bungalow had 2,650 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 40% detached houses and 39% apartments. 19% are owned with a mortgage, 62% rented and 19% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $280 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 24.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing inventory in Westcourt - Bungalow was composed of 39.7% separate houses and 60.3% other dwellings (incorporating semi-detached homes, units, and alternative structures), contrasting with Regional Qld where standalone homes made up 76.4% and other dwellings accounted for 23.6%. Outright home ownership trailed regional standards at 18.9%, with the balance of properties held under a mortgage (19.4%) or occupied by tenants (61.7%). Typical monthly mortgage commitments stood well below the Regional Qld benchmark at $1,300, while median weekly rent was $280, compared to $1,655 and $345 across the wider region.
When measured nationally, local mortgage repayments sit far under the Australian benchmark of $1,863, and rent levels remain substantially lower than the $375 national median.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Westcourt - Bungalow counted 2,650 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.0 people each. 13% are couples with children, fewer than in 96% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 45% 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 units constitute 47.4% of local dwellings, made up of couples with children (12.9%), couples without children (20.6%), and single parent families (12.5%). Non-family living arrangements account for the other 52.6%, led by single-person households at 44.6% and shared residences at 7.9%. The median household size of 2.0 people remains more compact than the Regional Qld figure of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
21.9% of adults in Westcourt - Bungalow hold a university qualification, including 16.2% with a bachelor degree and 3.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.8% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Tertiary attainment in Westcourt - Bungalow sits below broader standards, with 21.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a higher education degree compared to 30.4% nationally, presenting clear opportunities for educational advancement and workforce upskilling. Bachelor qualifications are the most common at 16.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.4% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational and technical education is well established, with 41.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (29.8%). Engagement in learning is strong throughout the area, with 31.2% of locals enrolled in structured education programs.
Among these students, primary education accounts for 8.9%, secondary education comprises 8.3%, and tertiary studies represent 5.0%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Westcourt - Bungalow reaches 22 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 1,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 220 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.8 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit infrastructure in Westcourt - Bungalow includes 22 active transit stops facilitating bus connections across the area. These stops are served by 9 separate routes that together generate 1,217 weekly passenger trips. Commuter accessibility is strong, with typical walking distances to the nearest boarding point measuring 223 meters. As an established residential community, outbound commuting is widespread—private vehicles account for the bulk of travel at 81%, alongside 7% on foot and 4% on bicycles. Private vehicle density stands at 0.8 per household, trailing regional benchmarks, while a modest 10.3% of the workforce worked from home at the 2021 Census (a metric possibly influenced by COVID-19 settings).
Transit service across the network provides an average of 173 trips per day across all routes, which translates to roughly 55 weekly departures at each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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67.4% of residents in Westcourt - Bungalow report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 91% of areas nationally. 8.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 10.4 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 assessments by AreaSearch highlight notable public health challenges in Westcourt - Bungalow across mortality figures and chronic ailment rates, with diverse conditions impacting both younger residents and older demographics, while private health insurance membership remains slightly behind the SA2 average at roughly 52% of the population (~3,556 people). Arthritis and mental health conditions rank as the most frequently identified illnesses in the district, each recorded among 7.9 and 7.9% of the local population, whereas 67.4% of residents reported having no long-term medical issues, closely aligning with the 67.6% seen in Regional Qld.
Working-age cohorts display higher than typical rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 17.5% of the community (1,197 people), sitting below the 20.3% proportion in Regional Qld, with senior health indicators showing specific challenges that generally track broader population standings nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
31.9% of Westcourt - Bungalow residents were born overseas and 25.2% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (22.6%) and Australian (17.8%). 8.4% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Westcourt - Bungalow displays a higher degree of cultural diversity than most surrounding areas, with 31.9% of its community born overseas and 25.2% conversing in a language other than English at home. Christianity represents the leading faith, adhered to by 47.3% of residents. The most noticeable variation from regional norms is seen in Buddhism, which accounts for 3.8% of the local population compared to 1.1% throughout Regional Qld. Looking at ancestral background based on parents' birthplaces, English heritage leads local representation at 22.6% (compared to 29.6% regionally), followed by Other ancestry at 19.1% (well above the 6.9% regional rate) and Australian ancestry at 17.8% (below the 26.5% regional benchmark).
Distinct demographic variations also appear across other backgrounds: Australian Aboriginal identity is represented at 8.4% locally (versus 3.9% regionally), Korean ancestry stands at 0.9% (versus 0.2%), and Filipino heritage makes up 2.5% (versus 0.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Westcourt - Bungalow is 39. 28.8% 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 demographic profile of Westcourt - Bungalow tilts toward younger age brackets. Based on figures current to August 2026, 34.2% of the population comprises young to middle aged adults (25 - 44), compared to 25.5% across Regional Qld, while children and young adults (0 - 24) account for 23.8% against a regional benchmark of 29.6%. The estimated median age is 39, unchanged from the 2021 Census and 2 years below the 41 recorded regionally at that time. The most notable shift since the Census occurred among young to middle aged adults, who increased from 31.3% to an estimated 34.2%.
Long-term growth to 2041 will be spearheaded in raw numbers by young to middle aged adults, adding 640 residents (27%) to reach 2,975, while the retiree and senior group (65+) is projected to expand fastest in percentage terms, rising 36% to 1,623 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Westcourt - Bungalow
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month all 8 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 99 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (6,519 at the 2021 Census → 6,827 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (306021154). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.