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Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub has an estimated 13,121 residents, up from 9,016 at the 2021 Census — a change of 4,105 people, or 45.5%. Growth has averaged 9.1% a year over five years, faster than 97% of areas nationally. 1,204 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 73.3% of that increase. That puts 472 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 demographic assessments by AreaSearch, the resident count in Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub reached approximately 13,121 as of Aug 2026. Compared to the 2021 Census tally of 9,016 people, this represents an expansion of 4,105 people (45.5%). This calculation incorporates the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population figure of 12,765 alongside 1,204 validated new addresses recorded following the Census date. With a density ratio sitting at 471 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers substantial personal space alongside opportunities for ongoing expansion. Expanding by 45.5% since the 2021 census, Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub outpaced the national benchmark (9.5%) as well as state figures, establishing itself as a regional growth frontrunner.
Net interstate arrivals served as the primary growth catalyst, generating roughly 73.3% of total population additions in recent times, supplemented by positive inflows from natural increase and overseas arrivals. Projections published jointly by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024 (using 2022 as a base year) are utilized by AreaSearch across SA2 locations. In instances where locations fall outside this series, or for years post-2032, Queensland State Government SA2 forecasts from 2023 (utilizing 2021 data) are integrated instead. Because state-level modeling omits age cohort breakdowns, AreaSearch applies proportional distribution weights derived from ABS Greater Capital Region forecasts (published in 2023, based on 2022 data) across each demographic cohort. Future population trajectories indicate remarkable expansion placing the district within the upper 10 percent of statistical regions across the country, with projections showing a gain of 9,959 persons to 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP baseline, representing a cumulative increase of 73.2% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,282 new dwellings have been approved in Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub over the past five years, an average of 256 a year. That places the area in the 99th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 20 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 257 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 86% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. 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 across Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub have averaged approximately 256 dwellings annually, accumulating to 1,282 homes over the past 5 financial years. With incoming resident volumes averaging 3.5 people per year for every newly built dwelling over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), local housing delivery trails inbound demand considerably, typically driving up buyer competition and upward pricing trends. Mean construction costs for new dwellings average $367,000, aligning with broader regional patterns. Concurrently, commercial building consents have accumulated $20.6 million this financial year, pointing to steady non-residential development.
On a per-capita basis, Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub records 168.0% more new home approvals relative to Greater Brisbane, providing prospective purchasers with diverse options. This rate substantially exceeds nationwide averages, highlighting robust builder interest throughout the district. Recent residential planning consents comprise 86.0% detached dwellings and 14.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the community's established low-density atmosphere while focusing on family residences suited to buyers prioritizing space. Registering roughly 50 people per dwelling approval, Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub exhibits classic attributes of an active expansion market. Projecting forward, Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub is forecasted to welcome an additional 9,603 residents through to 2041 relative to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current construction trajectories appear well-calibrated against prospective demand, supporting orderly market conditions without excessive inflationary stress.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub, worth an estimated $2.45 billion. A further 90 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $21.6 billion. 30 are already under construction and 43 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Infrastructure upgrades, major developments, and urban planning initiatives play a decisive role in shaping local district performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed 15 specific projects poised to influence the surrounding region. Notable undertakings include Emerald Lakes Bahrs Scrub, The Heights Bahrs Scrub, Brookwater Rise Estate, and the Bahrs Scrub Road & Wuraga Road Residential Estate, with primary initiatives detailed in the accompanying project register.
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Brookhaven Master Planned Community
Large-scale master-planned residential community delivering approximately 1,980 lots across a 150-hectare hinterland-fringed site in Bahrs Scrub, Logan City. The estate includes parks, green corridors, a future retail centre, and a display village. Developed by Frasers Property Australia, it holds a 5 Star Green Star Communities rating and is located midway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, 4.8km from the M1 Motorway.
The Heights Bahrs Scrub
A masterplanned residential community by Villawood Properties delivering over 1,000 lots across multiple stages in Bahrs Scrub, southeast Queensland. The estate features parks, a future school site, and direct access to the M1 Pacific Motorway, situated midway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast in the rapidly growing Logan City corridor.
Stapylton Industrial Expansion
Industrial expansion in the Yatala/Stapylton enterprise corridor delivering high-clearance warehousing, modern logistics facilities, and light manufacturing hubs with direct access to the M1 Pacific Motorway.
Woodlands - Bahrs Scrub Residential Estate
A residential community in Bahrs Scrub delivering 650 residential lots with parkland and a future convenience retail precinct. Originally an AVJennings project, operations and customer interactions are now managed by AVID Property Group.
Bahrs Scrub Local Development Area Plan
The Bahrs Scrub Local Development Area Plan is a strategic framework endorsed by Logan City Council to guide sustainable growth in the region through 2031. It plans for approximately 4,400 new dwellings to house around 10,000 people, integrating residential development with retail, commercial, public transport, and environmental conservation areas.
Brookwater Rise Estate
Brookwater Rise Estate is a joint venture residential land estate by Frasers Property and Dahua Group at Bahrs Scrub in Logan City, south-east Queensland. The estate is positioned on elevated terrain offering city and bay views, and is planned to deliver approximately 800 lots across multiple stages. Located midway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast with convenient access to the Pacific Motorway, the estate targets first home buyers, families and investors in one of Queensland's fastest-growing growth corridors.
Osprey Waters Lifestyle Resort
Over-50s land lease lifestyle resort comprising approximately 198 low-maintenance homes, a resort-style Country Club with ballroom, cinema, heated pool, tennis courts, and community facilities, situated on the banks of the Albert River in Beenleigh, Queensland. Developed and operated by Living Gems under its own Osprey Waters brand.
Holmview Estate
Holmview Estate is a boutique 64-lot residential land development positioned at one of the highest points in Holmview, offering views toward Stradbroke Island. Developed by Centurion Global Developments, the estate provides ready-to-build vacant lots and turn-key house and land packages, catering to families and investors in the Logan region. The community benefits from proximity to Holmview Central Shopping Centre, Beenleigh CBD, and multiple schools.
7,001 residents of Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub are employed, from a labour force of 7,187. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 72.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 10,145, about 77% 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 labour market in Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub features a capable workforce, marked by significant concentration in building trades and an unemployment rate of merely 2.6%. As of March 2026, 7,001 residents are actively employed, with local joblessness tracking 1.7% lower than the 4.3% benchmark seen across Greater Brisbane, alongside an active participation rate of 72.5% compared to 70.1% across Greater Brisbane. Census data indicated that only 13.5% of working residents operated from home, though historical Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind. Key fields of employment for local residents include construction, health care & social assistance, and manufacturing.
The district exhibits pronounced industry concentration within construction, where workforce participation tracks at 1.7 times the broader metropolitan average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, engaging only 5.1% of the local workforce relative to 8.9% in Greater Brisbane. Comparisons between resident workers and local employment numbers suggest that internal commercial job opportunities remain comparatively limited. According to AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS figures, the preceding 12-month period saw the workforce contract by 2.7% alongside a 3.3% reduction in employment, prompting the jobless rate to increase by 0.7 percentage points. Over the equivalent timeframe, Greater Brisbane recorded employment gains of 3.2%, labour pool expansion of 3.4%, and an unemployment rise of 0.1 percentage points. National workforce forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26 provide supplementary context regarding prospective hiring demand across Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, are mapped against local occupational structures to model industry growth. While total employment nationwide is projected to increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, sector-level trajectories vary widely. When these industry-specific projections are applied to the local workforce structure, employment for Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub is projected to expand by 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years (note that this is an illustrative weighting model that does not incorporate localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub is $2,077 a week (about $108,000 a year), with median personal income at $920 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $69,091 a year against an average of $77,867. 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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ATO taxation statistics for financial year 2023 analyzed by AreaSearch at the postcode level indicate that earnings throughout the Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub SA2 notably exceed nationwide benchmarks, with the median recorded at $69,091 and the average standing at $77,867. These figures compare favorably to Greater Brisbane, where median earnings were $58,236 and average earnings reached $72,799. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index expansion of 11.36% since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $76,940 for median income and $86,713 for average income as of March 2026. As of the 2021 Census, personal, family, and household earnings within Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub clustered around the 70th percentile across the country.
In terms of earnings brackets, the single largest cohort encompasses 42.5% earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (5,576 residents), aligning with the wider region where 33.3% fall into this tier. Residential property payments account for 16.1% of income, yet robust wages sustain disposable earnings at the 70th percentile, placing the district in the 5th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub had 2,989 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 1% apartments. 48% are owned with a mortgage, 30% rented and 21% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $415 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,863 a month, a total housing cost higher than 77% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential stock in Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub at the time of the latest Census consisted of 95.8% standalone houses alongside 4.1% other dwellings (apartments, attached dwellings, and related structures), contrasting with the wider Brisbane metropolitan composition of 73.5% standalone houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Outright property ownership in Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub trailed the metropolitan benchmark at 21.2%, with remaining residences either subject to a mortgage (48.4%) or occupied by tenants (30.4%). Typical monthly mortgage commitments matched the Brisbane metropolitan standard at $1,863, whereas typical weekly rental payments were recorded at $415 against $1,863 and $380 regionally.
On a nationwide scale, mortgage obligations in Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub match the Australian figure of $1,863, while local rent levels notably surpass the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub counted 2,989 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,350 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 75% of areas nationally, against 30% couples without children. 14% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the overwhelming majority of local residences at 83.5%, comprising couples with children at 38.5%, couples without children at 29.7%, and single parent households at 14.3%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 16.5%, consisting of single-occupant homes at 13.7% and group households at 2.8%. The typical household size stands at 2.9 people, exceeding the 2.6 person average recorded across Greater Brisbane.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.4% of adults in Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub hold a university qualification, including 12.3% with a bachelor degree and 2.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 1,204 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 976 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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Attainment levels across higher education present a notable divergence in the area, with tertiary degree holding at 17.4%, significantly below the 30.5% average observed across Greater Brisbane. This divergence highlights a key focal area for targeted educational strategies. Bachelor-level credentials represent the largest university cohort at 12.3%, followed by postgraduate study at 2.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational and applied trades show strong representation, with 43.0% of residents aged 15 and over possessing technical qualifications, including advanced diplomas (11.5%) and trade certificates (31.5%). Active participation in study programs is substantial, with 29.8% of the local population engaged in educational courses.
Breaking down this cohort reveals 10.9% enrolled in primary education, 8.9% attending secondary institutions, and 4.0% undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub means driving: households keep an average of 1.9 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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70.0% of residents in Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub report no long-term health condition. 4.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.6 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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Public health indicators across Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub reflect positive conditions overall based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and chronic ailment rates, with general health conditions remaining low among the broad populace despite running above nationwide averages within older, vulnerable age groups. Furthermore, private healthcare coverage is notably prevalent, encompassing roughly 58% of the total population (~7,610 people), outpacing the 55.8% rate reported for Greater Brisbane. Asthma and mental health conditions constitute the most frequently diagnosed medical concerns locally, affecting 9.0 and 8.9% of residents, respectively, while 70.0% of the population reported no chronic health issues compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
Health measures for the working-age demographic align with standard norms. Residents aged 65 and over account for 10.8% of the locality (1,421 people), below the 15.0% proportion seen across Greater Brisbane. While health outcomes for older residents present some specific hurdles, they rate below national averages relative to the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub is largely Australian-born, at 76.4% of residents, with 8.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.2%) and Australian (26.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural and demographic composition across Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub broadly mirrors the surrounding metropolitan region, with Australian citizenship recorded at 84.8%, domestic birth rates at 76.4%, and English-only household communication standing at 91.2%. Christianity represents the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 45.0% of the local population. Meanwhile, the category of Other accounts for 0.8% locally compared to 1.3% throughout Greater Brisbane. Regarding ancestral background based on parental birthplace, the primary ancestries identified in Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub are English at 30.2%, Australian at 26.2%, and Other at 7.3%. Several specific cultural cohorts show distinct local representation: New Zealand heritage accounts for 2.1% locally (against 1.0% across the region), Maori heritage represents 2.5% (compared to 1.1%), and Samoan background stands at 0.8% (against 0.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub is 31, younger than 92% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 31.8% 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 Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub leans younger than the Greater Brisbane benchmark. AreaSearch estimates for August 2026 indicate that children and youth (0 - 24) make up 35.7% of the populace versus 31.8% regionally, whereas seniors and retirees (65+) constitute 10.8% compared to the regional figure of 15.0%. The median age is estimated at 31 as at August 2026, dropping from 32 at the 2021 Census and sitting 5 years below the Greater Brisbane median of 36 recorded at that Census, while the national Census median was 38.
The most prominent structural change since the Census appears within the 25 - 44 age cohort, increasing from 30.4% to an estimated 34.0% of residents. Long-term projections indicate children and young adults will see the largest absolute gains by 2041, increasing by 3,042 (65%) to reach 7,729, while senior cohorts are expected to experience the fastest relative increase, expanding by 117% to 3,090 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Wolffdene - Bahrs Scrub
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) | 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 · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last 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 last month all 7 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 — 1,204 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (9,016 at the 2021 Census → 13,121 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 (311021310). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.