Chart Color Schemes
This analysis uses ABS Statistical Areas Level 2 (SA2) boundaries, which can materially differ from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) even when sharing similar names.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb/locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
est. as @ -- *
ABS ERP | -- people | --
2021 Census | -- people
Curious about local property values? Filter the chart to assess the volume and appreciation (including resales) trends and regional comparisons, or scroll to the map below view this information at an individual property level.
Find a Recent Sale
Sales Detail
Yeppoon has an estimated 22,604 residents, up from 20,244 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,360 people, or 11.7%. Growth has averaged 2.3% a year over five years, faster than 77% of areas nationally. 559 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 75.0% of that increase. That puts 288 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.
Detail
According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Yeppoon stands at approximately 22,604 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,360 people (11.7%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 20,244 people. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 22,522 from June 2025 combined with 559 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 287 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and capacity for expansion. The 11.7% expansion rate of Yeppoon since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 area (7.0%) and the SA4 region, establishing it as a local growth frontrunner.
The main driver of this growth was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 75.0% of the population increase in recent times, though other elements like overseas migration and natural increase also made positive contributions. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS/Geoscience Australia for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. In instances where SA2 areas lack this coverage, or for periods after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (utilising 2021 data) are applied. Because these state-level figures do not include breakdowns by age, AreaSearch distributes growth across age brackets using proportional weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (based on 2022 data). Looking at future demographic trends, the region is projected to experience substantial population growth, placing it in the top quarter of non-metropolitan localities nationwide, with an estimated addition of 7,266 individuals by 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP figures, representing a 31.8% rise over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
971 new dwellings have been approved in Yeppoon over the past five years, an average of 194 a year. That places the area in the 92nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 9 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 145 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 84% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 146, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
Detail
An average of approximately 194 residential building approvals have been registered annually in Yeppoon, totaling 971 residential dwellings over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 134 during the current FY-26. The ratio of 2.5 new residents added per year for every home constructed during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) reflects robust demand that is likely to support housing values, while the average construction cost for new dwellings sits at $307,000—a figure below regional averages—signaling more affordable options for purchasers. Furthermore, the local business sector shows high momentum with $47.2 million in commercial development approvals documented so far this financial year.
Compared to the Rest of Qld, the volume of residential building approvals per capita in Yeppoon is 141.0% higher, giving buyers a wider range of options. Newly approved housing consists of 84.0% detached houses and 16.0% medium and high-density formats, which preserves the traditional low-density profile of the locality and emphasizes spacious family dwellings. With a ratio of about 135 people per residential approval, Yeppoon exhibits typical patterns of an expanding residential market. Future demographic projections suggest Yeppoon will add 7,184 residents by 2041 (calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). While residential construction is keeping pace with these growth expectations, purchasers could face increased competition as the local population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Yeppoon
Loading development applications…
| Lodged | Address | Description | Type | Distance | Status |
|---|
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 21 current infrastructure and development projects inside Yeppoon, worth an estimated $836 million. A further 60 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $5.91 billion. 24 are already under construction and 23 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.
Detail
The performance of a region is heavily influenced by updates to local infrastructure, major developments, and planning schemes. AreaSearch has identified a total of 22 projects that are expected to influence the locality. Notable developments include the Surf Lakes Yeppoon Wave Resort, the Bay Plaza (Keppel Bay Plaza) Redevelopment, the Normanby Street Reconstruction Project, and Nautica Breeze, with the list below highlighting those of greatest local significance.
Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.
INFRASTRUCTURE SEARCH
Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.
Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Bay Plaza (Keppel Bay Plaza) Redevelopment
Major multi-million dollar redevelopment and rebranding of the existing Keppel Bay Plaza shopping center into Bay Plaza. The upgraded asset introduces Yeppoon's first designated entertainment precinct featuring the region's only cinema, a completely refurbished dining and drinks precinct, an upgraded full-line Coles Supermarket, and expanded specialty retail, beauty, and service tenancies.
Capricorn Coast Homemaker Centre Stage 2
The expansion of the Capricorn Coast Homemaker Centre involves transforming a 3.1-hectare site, currently the Livingstone Shire Council works depot, into a premier large-format retail precinct. The development will feature two major lots (10,025 sqm and 20,790 sqm) designed for hardware, home improvement, and lifestyle retailers to complement existing brands like Bunnings and Reece. As of early 2026, the project is in the contract negotiation phase with a shortlisted development partner following a selective tender process that closed in late 2025.The project aims to reduce retail leakage to Rockhampton and create up to 100 ongoing local jobs.
Station Quarter Mixed-Use Development
Mixed-use urban precinct at the former Yeppoon heritage rail station site. The western precinct, completed in 2024, features a community recovery space, alfresco dining, and a taphouse. The eastern precinct is planned for ground floor commercial and retail uses with high-density residential apartments on upper levels.
Normanby Street Reconstruction Project
Livingstone Shire Council is reconstructing Normanby Street between Mary and Park Streets in the Yeppoon CBD. Works include replacement of trunk and reticulation water mains, underground power, stormwater upgrades, new roundabouts, pavement reconstruction, formal parking, bicycle lanes, wider footpaths, pedestrian crossings, street lighting and landscaping. As of July 2026 the project remains under construction and continues to support the broader Yeppoon Town Centre revitalisation program.
Yeppoon Town Centre Revitalisation Project
The Yeppoon Town Centre Revitalisation Project is a comprehensive urban renewal initiative using streetscaping to transform the CBD into a vibrant, sustainable, and connected community hub. Stage 1 focuses on the easternmost block of Normanby Street, introducing landscaping improvements, an urban green canopy, seating, signage, and public art. The project aims to enhance pedestrian connectivity and promote economic growth.
The Gateway Business and Industry Park
A 56-hectare, six-stage master-planned business and industry park developed and owned by Livingstone Shire Council, located on the Rockhampton-Yeppoon Road between Yeppoon and Rockhampton. Stages 1 to 3 are complete with more than 30 lots sold and occupied. Stage 4 commenced construction in April 2026, delivering 11 new low-impact industry lots via local contractor JRT Group, with completion expected mid-2026. Planning is underway for Stage 5, which will add a further nine lots. The park is a key initiative under Blueprint Livingstone and will connect to the planned East West Connector Road to improve regional access.
Surf Lakes Capricorn Coast Wave Resort
A $187 million surf resort destination at Yeppoon on the Capricorn Coast, built around the world-first Surf Lakes concentric wave-pool technology. The DA-approved 37.18-hectare site will feature a commercial wave pool capable of delivering 2,000 rides per hour with waves up to 2.6m. Stage 1 includes cabin lodging, camping and caravan sites, a skate park, restaurant, scuba pool, and solar farm. Later stages will add a 75-bed boutique hotel, aqua park, wellness and spa facilities, and a town green.The parent entity, Surf Lakes Global Inc (USA), is actively raising capital for construction through Surf Lakes Capricorn Coast Pty Ltd.
Nautica Breeze
Masterplanned residential estate on Tanby Road in Yeppoon, spanning 60.37 hectares with lots ranging from 764sqm to 1690sqm across three parklands. Stage 1 is sold out and Stage 2 lots are now selling, with roads and services progressing. Sales and enquiries are handled locally by Harcourts Yeppoon. The estate is close to Taranganba State School, Capricorn Coast Hospital, and local cafes and dining along the Yeppoon foreshore.
11,698 residents of Yeppoon are employed, from a labour force of 11,935. Unemployment sits at 2.0%, with participation at 64.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 20,079, about 89% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
Detail
The local workforce in Yeppoon is highly skilled with a strong representation in public and essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of only 2.0%. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 11,698, and the unemployment rate was 1.9% lower than the Regional Qld rate of 3.9%, while the participation rate matched the Regional Qld level of 64.3%. Data from the Census indicates that only 7.8% of the working population worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions during that period should be kept in mind. Resident employment is heavily weighted toward health care & social assistance, education & training, and mining.
The mining sector shows a high concentration locally, with its share of employment reaching 3.0 times the regional benchmark. On the other hand, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented at 1.4% compared to the regional benchmark of 4.5%. Comparing the census count of local jobs to the resident workforce suggests that local employment opportunities are relatively limited. AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics shows that during the 12 months ending March 2026, the local labour force contracted by 5.0% and total employment fell by 3.9%, which pushed the unemployment rate down by 1.2 percentage points. Conversely, Regional Qld saw a 0.1% rise in employment and a 0.3% increase in the labour force, resulting in a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future local demand in Yeppoon. These five-year and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary widely by industry. Projecting these industry-specific national trends onto the local workforce mix suggests Yeppoon's employment could grow by 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years (this represents a direct weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Yeppoon is $1,641 a week (about $85,000 a year), with median personal income at $786 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,554 a year against an average of $74,570. 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.
Detail
The most recent ATO postcode data from AreaSearch for financial year 2023 shows that incomes in the Yeppoon SA2 are exceptionally high on a national scale, with a median of $57,554 and an average of $74,570. This stands in contrast to the Regional Qld median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be roughly $64,092 for the median and $83,041 for the average. In contrast, the 2021 Census reported modest household, family, and personal incomes for Yeppoon, falling between the 44th and 46th percentiles.
In terms of distribution, 29.9% of the population (6,758 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket, which is close to the metropolitan average of 31.7%. Affordability pressures are significant, with residents retaining only 84.7% of their income after housing costs, placing the area in the 46th percentile, while the SEIFA income index ranks the locality in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Yeppoon had 7,473 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 8% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 29% rented and 34% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 21.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
Detail
According to the latest Census, the housing stock in Yeppoon consisted of 83.4% standalone houses and 16.5% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative housing), compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Yeppoon matched the Regional Qld level at 33.6%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (37.8%) or rented (28.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 was higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, and the median weekly rent of $350 was also above the regional figure of $345.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Yeppoon are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Yeppoon counted 7,473 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,344 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 33% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Families represent the majority of households at 72.3%, which consists of couples with children (28.0%), couples without children (32.8%), and single parents (10.8%). Non-family households account for the remaining 27.7%, with single-person households representing 25.1% and group households making up 2.6%. The median household size of 2.5 people is identical to the Regional Qld average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
19.3% of adults in Yeppoon hold a university qualification, including 13.3% with a bachelor degree and 3.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.4% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 4,396 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 991 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
Detail
The local population presents educational gaps, as university completion rates (19.3%) sit well below the nationwide figure of 30.4%. This highlights a clear need and opportunity for focused educational programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are most common at 13.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 41.1% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.7%) and certificates (31.4%). Enrolment levels in education are quite high, with 29.3% of the population actively participating in formal study.
This cohort includes 10.8% in primary schools, 10.2% in secondary schools, and 3.6% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Getting around Yeppoon means driving: households keep an average of 1.5 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
Transport Stops Detail
67.0% of residents in Yeppoon report no long-term health condition. 6.1% 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.
Detail
Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality and the occurrence of chronic illnesses, health indicators in Yeppoon point to below-average outcomes, with common medical issues present in both younger and older populations, while the level of private health insurance is very high at roughly 56% of the population (~12,680 people). This is higher than the 52.5% rate recorded across Regional Qld. Arthritis and mental health concerns are the most common medical conditions, affecting 9.5% and 7.9% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 67.0% of residents reported having no chronic health conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Health indicators for working-age residents are generally typical. Residents aged 65 and over make up 22.1% of the population (4,993 people), which is higher than the Regional Qld figure of 20.4%. Health outcomes among older residents present some difficulties, with national performance metrics aligning closely with those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Yeppoon is largely Australian-born, at 87.0% of residents, with 3.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.2%) and Australian (29.8%). 3.4% 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.
Detail
Yeppoon displays lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 88.4% of the population, Australian-born residents accounting for 87.0%, and English-only speakers at home representing 96.2%. Christianity is the dominant religion at 56.2% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Regarding ancestry based on parental country of birth, the three largest ethnic backgrounds in Yeppoon are English (31.2%), Australian (29.8%), and Irish (9.6%). There are also specific differences in other ancestries: German ancestry is higher at 4.9% of the population (compared to 4.7% regionally), while New Zealand ancestry stands at 0.9% (vs 0.9% regionally) and Maori ancestry is at 0.7% (vs 0.8% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Yeppoon is 42. 22.5% 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.
Detail
The median age in Yeppoon is 42 years, which is close to the Regional Qld average of 41 and significantly higher than the Australian median of 38. The 65 - 74 age group is highly represented at 12.5% of the local population compared to Regional Qld, whereas the 25 - 34 age bracket is underrepresented at 11.3%. Since the 2021 Census, the 65 to 74 demographic has increased from 11.4% to 12.5% of the population, while the 5 to 14 age group has contracted from 13.3% to 11.8%. Demographic projections for 2041 suggest major shifts for Yeppoon, with the 25 to 34 age bracket expected to grow by 1,164 people (46%) from 2,554 to 3,719, whereas the 15 to 24 group is forecast to grow by a modest 9%, adding 225 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Yeppoon
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 21 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 559 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (20,244 at the 2021 Census → 22,604 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 (308031223). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.