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Brighton (SA) has an estimated 15,931 residents, up from 15,191 at the 2021 Census — a change of 740 people, or 4.9%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. That puts 2,691 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, Brighton has a population of approximately 15,931 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 740 individuals (4.9%) from the 15,191 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 15,899 combined with 51 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. With these figures, the population density stands at 2,691 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quartile of all Australian areas analyzed. Brighton has shown consistent demographic expansion over the last ten years with a 1.2% compound annual growth rate, which is higher than the broader SA3 region.
Overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth, accounting for roughly 96.9% of the population increase in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 using 2022 as a base year are utilized for SA2 regions. For locations where this data is unavailable, or for periods extending past 2032, population forecasting relies on the 2023 SA State Government Regional/LGA projections by age group, which are based on 2021 data and adjusted through a weighted aggregation of population growth from the LGA to the SA2 level. Future demographic trends indicate that population growth will be slightly below the median for Australian statistical areas, with a projected increase of 1,592 people by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total rise of 9.8% over the 16 years.
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441 new dwellings have been approved in Brighton (SA) over the past five years, an average of 88 a year. That places the area in the 73rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 74 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 72% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 75, 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.
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Residential building approvals in Brighton average approximately 88 properties annually, representing a total of 441 homes over the previous 5 financial years. In the current financial year of FY-26, 69 approvals have been recorded. Over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, an average of 1.8 individuals moved to the district for every new home built, suggesting that supply is aligned with demand to maintain market stability. The average construction value of these new builds is $476,000, suggesting that builders are focusing on the higher-end, premium housing sector. Furthermore, commercial project approvals reached $29.8 million this financial year, demonstrating solid development activity in the local business sector.
The volume of new residential approvals per capita in Brighton is similar to Greater Adelaide, contributing to overall market stability in line with regional trends. Of the new housing activity, detached houses account for 72.0% while townhouses or apartments make up 28.0%, preserving the suburban character of the area through a preference for spacious family homes. The area has a density profile of approximately 190 people per residential approval, indicating a low density market. Demographic predictions suggest that Brighton will add 1,560 inhabitants by 2041, calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures. With the ongoing rate of residential construction, the supply of housing is expected to satisfy demand, creating positive conditions for buyers and potentially supporting growth that exceeds current predictions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 35 current infrastructure and development projects close to Brighton (SA), worth an estimated $17.8 billion. 18 are already under construction and 11 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and tourism. 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning policies significantly affect area performance. AreaSearch has identified a single project expected to influence the locality. Key initiatives include the Southern Suburbs Residential Policy Code Amendment, the River Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Project, the Tram Grade Separation Projects, and Adelaide Public Transport Capacity and Access, with details below on the most relevant schemes.
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Westfield Marion Expansion
Major $259 million expansion and renovation of Westfield Marion shopping centre by Scentre Group. Adding 52 specialty shops and 20 eateries, new ground floor mall, four-level carpark facing Diagonal Road. Expanding from 135,300sqm to 152,200sqm. Part of $500 million South Australian development pipeline including new retail spaces, fresh food precinct, dining options, and entertainment facilities. Enhanced parking and contemporary design updates. Creates up to 2,600 construction and retail jobs, strengthening position as premier southern suburbs retail destination.Introduction of paid parking for stays over 3 hours with ticketless system using numberplate recognition.
Flagstaff Road Upgrade
Upgrade of approximately 3.3 km of Flagstaff Road including duplication of the remaining three-lane section to a permanent four-lane divided carriageway, intersection improvements, upgraded drainage, shared walking and cycling paths, lighting and road safety improvements. Construction has been underway with staged traffic management and community updates.
Oaklands Green
South Australia's largest social and affordable housing renewal project, transforming 16.5 hectares into a masterplanned community. The development delivers 680 new dwellings, comprising 235 social housing homes managed by Junction and 445 private/affordable homes. The project features 3.4 hectares of open space, including the expansion of Rajah Reserve and sustainable Green Star rated designs. Construction is staged over eight years with the first residents moved in during 2023.
Tram Grade Separation at Marion Road and Cross Road, Plympton
Removing the level crossings at Marion Road and Cross Road with new tram overpasses to make journeys safer and more reliable. Part of the broader Tram Grade Separation Projects. Tram services resumed in January 2026, while intersection upgrades and the Mike Turtur Bikeway shared use path construction remain ongoing to be completed later in 2026.
Dusk Glenelg
Ultra-exclusive 13-level tower comprising 10 full-floor luxury Sky Homes, each spanning 300-383sqm with three bedrooms, three bathrooms, powder room, panoramic ocean and city views, private lift access, all-weather sunroom, and premium Gaggenau and Miele appliances. Designed by Enzo Caroscio Architecture. Only 12.34m wide due to narrow allotment. Builder is Lucy Commercial. Planning approved by the State Commission Assessment Panel (SCAP) in October 2023.
Tonsley Innovation District
61-hectare renewal of the former Mitsubishi site into a mixed-use innovation precinct led by Renewal SA with partners including Flinders University, TAFE SA and Peet (Tonsley Village). The district continues staged delivery of commercial, education, research and residential assets under a 2012-2028 masterplan.
Residential Development at 1 Greenfield Road
Approved development opportunity for 3 stunning two-storey townhouses with water views on a re-zoned and prepared vacant land parcel. This site was previously subject to a larger mixed-use development application.
Thrive Tonsley - Junction Australia Housing Development
A $70 million social and youth housing precinct by Junction Australia within the Tonsley Innovation District. Stage 1 consists of 50 energy-efficient apartments (7.5-star rating) and is nearing completion with Junction's head office scheduled to open to the public on May 25, 2026. Stage 2 will add 63 apartments in an 8-storey building. The development serves as a community hub featuring a cafe, co-working spaces, and support services for approximately 10,000 South Australians annually. The project is supported by the Federal Social Housing Accelerator Program and built by Schiavello.
8,430 residents of Brighton (SA) are employed, from a labour force of 8,586. Unemployment sits at 1.8%, with participation at 62.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 14,419, about 91% 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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Brighton features a highly qualified labor force with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of 1.8%, and an estimated job growth rate of 5.4% over the prior year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 8,430, with the local unemployment rate sitting 2.0% lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%. The labor force participation rate of 62.6% is somewhat lower than the 66.6% recorded across Greater Adelaide. Based on Census data, a moderate proportion of 16.3% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this may have been influenced by Covid-19 lockdowns.
Local employment is largely concentrated within health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. The community exhibits a strong concentration in education & training, with employment in this sector reaching 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, manufacturing is less prominent, employing 4.9% of local workers compared to 7.0% across Greater Adelaide. Given the difference between the Census working population and the resident population, this residential enclave provides few local jobs. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that during the 12 months ending March 2026, employment grew by 5.4% and the labor force expanded by 5.1%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point decrease in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Greater Adelaide recorded a 4.2% rise in employment and a 4.0% increase in the labor force, alongside a 0.2 percentage point reduction in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future local demand. These five-year and ten-year forecasts are applied to the local workforce structure to project employment trajectories. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the local employment structure suggests Brighton's employment will rise by 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, using a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes that excludes local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Brighton (SA) is $1,673 a week (about $87,000 a year), with median personal income at $836 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,846 a year against an average of $74,602. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that local incomes in the Brighton SA2 are significantly higher than the national benchmarks, featuring a median income of $56,846 and an average of $74,602. This is higher than the Greater Adelaide median of $54,808 and average of $66,852. Adjusting for a 10.17% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $62,627 for the median and $82,189 for the average. Census data from 2021 shows that household, family, and individual incomes in Brighton sit around the 50th percentile nationally.
Income distribution figures show the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common, accounting for 28.6% of residents (4,556 people), which is close to the 31.8% recorded across the metropolitan area. After accounting for housing costs, residents retain 85.9% of their income for other living costs, and the area is positioned in the 7th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Brighton (SA) had 6,156 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 67% detached houses and 7% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 25% rented and 42% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,952 a month. Rent absorbs 20.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census data, the housing mix in Brighton consisted of 67.3% standalone houses and 32.7% other dwelling types such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative options, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across metropolitan Adelaide. The home ownership rate in Brighton was high at 42.2%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (33.2%) or rented (24.6%). Monthly mortgage costs in the area averaged $1,952, which is higher than the Adelaide metropolitan average of $1,562, while weekly rents averaged $350, compared to the metropolitan average of $320.
On a national level, Brighton's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Brighton (SA) counted 6,156 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 30% couples without children. 30% 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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Families make up the majority of households at 66.7%, consisting of couples with children at 26.7%, couples without children at 30.4%, and single-parent households at 8.8%. Non-family households account for 33.3% of the total, with single-person households representing 30.3% and group houses making up 3.0%. The median household occupancy is 2.3 individuals, which is slightly below the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
36.3% of adults in Brighton (SA) hold a university qualification, including 23.8% with a bachelor degree and 8.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 77% of areas nationally. A further 18.1% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 3,696 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,088 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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Level of education in Brighton is considerably higher than average, with 36.3% of individuals aged 15 and older possessing a university degree, compared to 25.7% throughout South Australia and 28.1% across the SA4 region. This high concentration of degrees positions the area well for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent 23.8% of qualifications, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.5% and graduate diplomas at 4.0%. Vocational qualifications are also common, with 30.3% of residents aged 15 and older holding technical credentials, including advanced diplomas (12.2%) and certificates (18.1%). Participation in education is high, with 25.9% of the local population enrolled in a course of study.
This includes 9.0% attending primary school, 7.1% in high school, and 5.7% enrolled in higher education.
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Public transport in Brighton (SA) reaches 71 stops on 28 routes, timetabled for about 1,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. 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 services in Brighton include 71 active stops featuring a combination of trains and buses. These stops are served by 28 routes that run a total of 1,891 passenger trips per week. Transport links are rated as good, with residents living an average of 213 meters from the nearest stop. Because Brighton is mostly residential, most workers commute out of the area; private cars are the main mode of travel at 83%, while 8% use trains. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 1.3. About 16.3% of residents work from home based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Service frequency averages 270 journeys per day across all transport routes, representing approximately 26 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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65.4% of residents in Brighton (SA) report no long-term health condition. 7.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators in Brighton are close to national averages, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of local death rates and the frequency of chronic illnesses, showing standard levels of common medical conditions across both younger and older cohorts. The rate of private health insurance is high, covering approximately 56% of the population (~8,937 individuals), compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues in the area, affecting 10.1% and 8.0% of the population, respectively, while 65.4% of residents reported having no long-term health issues, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
Health outcomes for residents under the age of 65 are better than average. Individuals aged 65 and older represent 28.6% of the population (4,561 people), which is higher than the Greater Adelaide figure of 19.2%, and national health rankings are generally consistent with the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Brighton (SA) is largely Australian-born, at 76.1% of residents, with 9.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.9%) and Australian (24.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Brighton has a higher level of cultural diversity than average, with 9.0% of the population using a non-English language at home and 23.9% of residents born outside Australia. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 45.2% of the local population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the population, matching the 0.1% average across Greater Adelaide. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common backgrounds in Brighton are English at 33.9% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 27.8%, Australian at 24.6%, and Irish at 8.5%.
There are also differences in other backgrounds: German is slightly more common at 5.2% of Brighton (compared to 5.1% regionally), Polish is at 0.9% (compared to 1.0%), and Welsh represents 0.7% (compared to 0.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Brighton (SA) is 48, older than 86% of areas nationally. 20.9% 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 Brighton is 48 years, which is higher than the Greater Adelaide median of 39 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Brighton features a higher proportion of residents in the 65 - 74 age group (14.2%) but fewer residents in the 25 - 34 bracket (9.3%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 8.4% to 10.6% of the population, while the 15 to 24 group grew from 10.4% to 11.7%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 group declined from 15.1% to 13.1%.
By 2041, Brighton is expected to undergo major shifts in its age structure. The 85+ demographic is projected to grow by 91% (564 people), rising from 619 to 1,184. This aging trend continues as individuals aged 65 and older represent 63% of the projected growth, while the 35 to 44 age cohort is expected to decline by 31 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Brighton (SA)
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 May 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 — 51 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (15,191 at the 2021 Census → 15,931 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 (403011056). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.