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Whitfield - Edge Hill has an estimated 8,573 residents, up from 8,353 at the 2021 Census — a change of 220 people, or 2.6%. That puts 1,237 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 Whitfield - Edge Hill stands at approximately 8,573 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 220 individuals (2.6%) from the 8,353 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 8,573 alongside 68 validated new addresses registered after the Census. Consequently, the local density reaches 1,237 persons per square kilometer, a level that exceeds the typical average across the national sites analyzed by AreaSearch. Inward overseas migration was the primary driver of this population rise, accounting for roughly 97.6% of the overall population increases in recent times.
Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. For locations lacking this coverage, or for periods past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 using 2021 data are substituted. Since these Queensland projections do not detail age distributions, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections based on 2022 data. Looking forward, the locality is expected to experience population expansion exceeding the national non-metropolitan median, with projections indicating an addition of 1,459 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP figures, representing a total increase of 17.0% over the 16 years.
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66 new dwellings have been approved in Whitfield - Edge Hill over the past five years, an average of 13 a year. That is 1.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 9, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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In Whitfield - Edge Hill, development approvals have averaged approximately 13 dwellings annually, amounting to a total of 66 residential units over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 9 approvals registered. With an average of only 0.6 new residents per approved home arriving annually between FY-21 and FY-25, the volume of new housing is keeping pace with or outstripping local demand, providing options for buyers and allowing for population growth beyond current estimates, with these projects carrying an average construction value of $501,000—slightly higher than the broader region's average—pointing to a focus on premium builds.
Additionally, commercial approvals worth $469,000 have been logged during this financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the suburb. Compared to the Rest of Qld, the volume of building approvals in Whitfield - Edge Hill is considerably lower, sitting at 56.0% below the regional per capita average. This limited supply of new construction generally supports demand and values for existing residential properties. This level of building is also below the nationwide average, reflecting the established nature of the suburb and suggesting potential planning constraints. Furthermore, all recent construction approvals have been for detached houses, reinforcing the classic suburban footprint of the area and its suitability for families wanting space. Developers are prioritizing standalone houses to a greater extent than the existing housing stock would suggest (which stood at 75.0% at the Census), pointing to sustained demand for traditional homes despite density trends. There are approximately 616 residents for every dwelling approval, highlighting an established property market. Demographic projections indicate that Whitfield - Edge Hill will add 1,459 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Should current construction rates persist, the supply of new housing may fall short of population growth, which could intensify buyer competition and underpin higher rate of price appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Whitfield - Edge Hill, worth an estimated $237 million. A further 93 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $12 billion. 20 are already under construction and 43 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 infrastructure projects, significant developments, and urban planning changes play a major role in shaping local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 13 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Key initiatives include the Cairns Chinese Culture and Heritage Centre, Kanimbla Heights Estate, Whitfield State School Performing Arts Centre, and Whitfield Childcare, with the subsequent list outlining the most significant developments.
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Cairns Chinese Culture and Heritage Centre
Queensland's first purpose-built Chinese Culture and Heritage Centre, located in the cultural precinct of Edge Hill opposite the Centenary Lakes Chinese Friendship Gardens. The $4 million project is jointly funded by the Crisafulli Queensland Government ($2.7 million) and CADCAI. Designed by local firm TPG Architects and constructed by local builder MyBuildGroup, the centre will house the nationally significant Lit Sung Goong Temple artefacts collection of over 240 objects, alongside climate-controlled exhibition spaces, a community performing arts hub, and research and education facilities.A groundbreaking ceremony was held in February 2026, with construction expected to complete in late 2026 and the grand opening scheduled for Chinese New Year 2027.
Kanimbla Heights Estate
Kanimbla Heights Estate is a long-running masterplanned hillside residential subdivision in Kanimbla, Cairns. The estate began as a masterplan in 2001 and has been delivered in multiple stages, with engineering records identifying Stage 24 as under construction and marketing continuing for elevated premium land releases. The project provides serviced residential lots on steep terrain near the Macalister Range, with engineered drainage, slope and road works designed for high rainfall conditions and views toward Cairns, Trinity Inlet and surrounding hills.Recent public development data also records a pending 2026 minor change application for a 14-lot reconfiguration with access, easements and road works in Kanimbla.
Whitfield State School Performing Arts Centre
A $13 million Performing Arts and Music Centre with a performance stage, green room, storage, and flexible learning areas for both school and community use. It will also address the need for additional car parking and improve the school's street presence.
Whitfield Childcare
Approved 95-place childcare centre on a 1620 sqm site at 15-17 Marino Street, Whitfield. The project is intended to increase early learning capacity in the Whitfield catchment and replace existing residential buildings with a purpose-built centre.
Manoora Infill Housing Development
A council-approved infill development delivering 150 rental units across three standalone buildings in Manoora, Cairns. The mix comprises 45 one-bedroom and 105 two-bedroom units with approximately 160 car parks. The site at 10-30 Pease Street and 164-172 Hoare Street replaces around 14 caravan park cabins and two houses. Developer NQ Villas Pty Ltd is seeking state and federal government funding support before commencing construction, targeting a start in 2025. The project addresses a critical shortage of rental housing stock in Cairns and is designed for low-to-medium cost occupancy.
Edge Hill State School Administration Upgrades
Construction of a new Administration Building and Student Support Hub for the Edge Hill State School. The facility features modern staff rooms, a principal office, dedicated student waiting areas, and external ramps designed to improve school accessibility and operational efficiency. The project was managed by the Queensland Department of Education and constructed by Bryant Building Contractors.
7 & 8 Izatt Close Multiple Dwelling Development
Development approved medium density apartment project on a 2608 sqm site at the end of Izatt Close, Edge Hill. The approval is for demolition of two existing houses and construction of a four storey multiple dwelling building with 22 apartments, comprising 12 two-bedroom and 10 three-bedroom units, 38 car parking spaces, landscaping and communal recreation areas. The site has been marketed as a DA-approved development opportunity and is listed as pre-construction.
Stan Williams Park Upgrades
An $18 million multi-stage redevelopment of Stan Williams Park into a premier sports and community hub. Stage 1 ($12M), completed in mid-2025, delivered a dual-level grandstand with over 500 seats, modern change rooms, a gym, and 2,500 sqm of undercover spectator space. Stage 2 ($6M), funded by the Queensland Government, includes the installation of an electronic scoreboard, field lighting upgrades, additional terraced seating, and enhanced junior facilities to support state-level rugby league and community events.
4,816 residents of Whitfield - Edge Hill are employed, from a labour force of 4,933. Unemployment sits at 2.4%, with participation at 67.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,900, about 80% 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 labor force in Whitfield - Edge Hill is highly educated, featuring a strong representation in crucial service industries and a low unemployment rate of 2.4%. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,816, with the unemployment rate tracking 1.5% below the 3.9% recorded in Regional Qld, while participation in the workforce is standard at 67.4% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a moderate 17.8% of the local workforce worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns. Resident employment is heavily weighted toward health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade.
The local workforce is especially specialized in health care & social assistance, with its employment share reaching 1.5 times the regional proportion. Conversely, only 0.9% of local workers are engaged in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which is lower than the 4.5% seen across Regional Qld. The comparison between the resident labor force and the locally employed population suggests that this predominantly residential community offers limited jobs within its own boundaries. AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics shows that during the twelve months leading to March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 2.0% and overall employment fell by 2.8%, causing the unemployment rate to climb by 0.8 percentage points. During the same period, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1% and the labor force expand by 0.3%, with the unemployment rate ticking up by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia issued in May-25 offer additional context on future demand dynamics in Whitfield - Edge Hill. These projections, spanning five and ten years, have been applied to the local job profile to estimate potential growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by industry. Aligning these sector-specific forecasts with the industry mix in Whitfield - Edge Hill suggests local employment could rise by 7.2% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighting extrapolation for illustration rather than a localized population forecast.
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Median household income in Whitfield - Edge Hill is $1,677 a week (about $87,000 a year), with median personal income at $915 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $59,496 a year against an average of $73,946. 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 aggregate ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayer income levels in the Whitfield - Edge Hill SA2 are higher than the national average. The median taxpayer income in the SA2 is $59,496, and the average income is $73,946, compared to $53,146 and $66,593 respectively in Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be roughly $66,255 for the median and $82,346 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed personal income at the 69th percentile ($915 weekly), whereas household income sat at the 46th percentile.
The dominant income band is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which accounts for 30.0% of residents (2,571 people), similar to the wider region where 31.7% fall into this bracket. Residents retain 85.6% of their income for non-housing costs, and the area is positioned in the 6th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Whitfield - Edge Hill had 3,328 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 75% detached houses and 12% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $325 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 19.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing stock in Whitfield - Edge Hill was composed of 74.7% standalone houses and 25.3% other home types such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwelling types in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Whitfield - Edge Hill matched the Regional Qld average of 33.3%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (33.0%) or rented (33.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the regional average at $1,733, while the median weekly rent stood at $325, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively.
Compared nationally, mortgage payments in Whitfield - Edge Hill are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also significantly below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Whitfield - Edge Hill counted 3,328 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 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 64.4%, consisting of couples with children at 23.8%, couples without children at 26.9%, and single parent households at 12.8%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 35.6% of households, with lone person homes representing 30.8% and group households making up 4.8%. The average household size is 2.3 individuals, which is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
34.6% of adults in Whitfield - Edge Hill hold a university qualification, including 22.2% with a bachelor degree and 8.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 23.1% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,633 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,000 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 proportion of residents with tertiary qualifications in Whitfield - Edge Hill is considerably higher than the broader region, with 34.6% of those aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 20.6% in Rest of Qld and 21.1% in the wider SA4 region. This high educational profile positions the community well to benefit from professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 22.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (8.1%) and graduate diplomas (4.3%). Vocational and technical training is also well represented, with 34.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificate qualifications (23.1%).
A high level of educational enrollment is observed locally, with 30.1% of the population participating in formal studies. This total is comprised of 10.3% in primary schooling, 9.9% in secondary schooling, and 4.3% in tertiary programs.
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Public transport in Whitfield - Edge Hill reaches 31 stops on 3 routes, timetabled for about 230 services a week. The typical home sits about 260 m from its nearest stop. 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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Public transport options include 31 active transit stops in Whitfield - Edge Hill, comprising bus services. These locations are serviced by 3 distinct routes, which support a total of 231 passenger trips each week. Transport connection is rated as good, with dwellings averaging a distance of 255 meters to the nearest transit point. Being a residential suburb, most workers travel outside the area for work, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 90% and cyclists accounting for 4%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 cars per home, which is below the regional average.
About 17.8% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic regulations. Transit service frequency averages 33 daily runs across all routes, which corresponds to roughly 7 weekly services for each individual stop.
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71.6% of residents in Whitfield - Edge Hill report no long-term health condition. 5.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 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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Whitfield - Edge Hill exhibits favorable health profiles, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the incidence of chronic illnesses, with both younger and older cohorts showing a low frequency of common medical conditions, and private health insurance rates are very high at approximately 56% of the population (~4,809 people) compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld. The most prevalent health conditions recorded locally were arthritis and mental health challenges, each affecting 7.2 and 7.2% of the population, while 71.6% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
The working-age population exhibits good health profiles with low rates of chronic disease. Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.6% of the population (1,683 people), and health outcomes for this senior cohort are above average, with national rankings aligning with those of the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Whitfield - Edge Hill is largely Australian-born, at 75.7% of residents, with 12.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.6%) and Australian (21.6%). 3.1% 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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Whitfield - Edge Hill displays higher cultural diversity than average, with 12.5% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 24.3% born in other countries. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 44.8% of the local population. The most prominent disproportionate representation is within Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld. Looking at ancestral background based on parental birthplace, the three most common heritages in Whitfield - Edge Hill are English at 27.6%, Australian at 21.6%, and Other at 10.7%. There are also distinct variations in other backgrounds: Irish heritage is notably higher at 9.8% of the population (compared to 8.2% in the wider region), German heritage stands at 4.4% (compared to 4.7%), and Russian heritage is recorded at 0.4% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Whitfield - Edge Hill is 43. 23.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Whitfield - Edge Hill is 43 years, placing it higher than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national average of 38 years. The 45 - 54 age bracket is highly represented at 15.2% compared to Regional Qld, while the 5 - 14 group is less common at 10.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 5.6% to 7.1% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group has risen from 9.4% to 10.8%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 13.7% to 10.0%, and the 65 to 74 cohort decreased from 10.8% to 9.8%.
Demographic models suggest significant shifts in the age structure by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age bracket projected to grow the fastest at 30%, adding 316 residents to reach 1,361, while the 15 to 24 age bracket is expected to decrease by 89 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Whitfield - Edge Hill
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 | Apr 2026 4 months ago all 6 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Apr 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 — 68 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,353 at the 2021 Census → 8,573 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 (306021156). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.