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Elizabeth East has an estimated 14,551 residents, up from 14,047 at the 2021 Census — a change of 504 people, or 3.6%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years. That puts 1,779 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 research conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Elizabeth East stands at approximately 14,551 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 504 individuals (3.6%) from the 14,047 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. This adjustment is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 14,479 alongside 51 validated new addresses registered after the Census. Consequently, the population density reaches 1,778 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical density observed across the country. The primary catalyst for this population expansion was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 72.5% of the total demographic gains in recent times.
AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024, using 2022 as the baseline. For locations lacking this coverage, or for projections extending past 2032, calculations incorporate the 2023 SA State Government Regional/LGA projections broken down by age brackets and based on 2021 data, modified through a weighted aggregation method translating LGA growth to SA2 levels. Looking forward, the locality is positioned within the top quartile of national statistical areas for projected growth, with expectations to expand by 4,315 persons by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, which translates to a total rise of 29.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
212 new dwellings have been approved in Elizabeth East over the past five years, an average of 42 a year. That is 3.0 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 32 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 84% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 123, running ahead of 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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Elizabeth East has registered an annual average of about 42 residential building approvals, totaling 212 homes over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and another 113 during FY-26 so far. A ratio of 2 people moving to the district for every new home built between FY-21 and FY-25 points to balanced market demand and supply dynamics, which subsequently relaxed to 1 people per dwelling over the 2 financial years ending recently, showing improved housing availability. The average construction cost for these developments is $194,000, which falls below regional benchmarks and highlights affordable entry points for buyers.
Additionally, commercial development remains quiet with $1.5 million in commercial approvals documented during this financial year. Building activity in Elizabeth East is substantially subdued compared to Greater Adelaide, tracking 83.0% below the regional per capita benchmark. This limited addition of housing stock generally bolsters demand and supports valuations for established properties. The volume of new builds is also below the national average, reflecting a fully established urban landscape and possible planning restrictions. Standalone houses comprise 84.0% of the new construction approvals, while townhouses or apartments make up the remaining 16.0%, preserving the conventional low-density character preferred by families seeking larger properties. With a ratio of roughly 559 people for each new home approval, the local real estate sector is highly mature. Based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly projections, the population of Elizabeth East is expected to increase by 4,243 residents by 2041. Should current construction volumes persist, housing supply could fall short of demographic growth, which may intensify buyer rivalry and put upward pressure on residential property values.
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 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Elizabeth East, worth an estimated $331 million. A further 55 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $8.63 billion. 28 are already under construction and 26 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, planning choices, and development initiatives are major drivers of regional growth. AreaSearch has tracked 17 active projects likely to influence the local area. Notable projects include the WCH Foundation Family Health and Wellbeing Hub, Edinburgh Central Mixed Use Development, Blakes Crossing Master Planned Community, and Lionsgate Business Park, with key details provided below.
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WCH Foundation Family Health and Wellbeing Hub
The WCH Foundation Family Health and Wellbeing Hub is a 26 million dollar multipurpose community health facility designed by Studio Nine Architects. Located in the Playford Health and Wellbeing Precinct, it features curved facades and green walls to create a non-institutional environment. The hub provides early parenting programs, perinatal and adolescent mental health support, student-led allied health clinics, and short-term residential accommodation for new mothers.
Blakes Crossing Master Planned Community
90-hectare master planned community development in Blakeview, featuring 1,500 homes for approximately 4,000 residents. Includes a Village Centre with Woolworths, Aldi, schools, medical facilities, a 1.4-hectare park, lake, adventure playground, and extensive green open spaces.
Playford Health and Wellbeing Precinct
A major health precinct surrounding Lyell McEwin Hospital that is progressively expanding through multiple stages. The precinct integrates public and private healthcare, specialist medical consulting, allied health, aged care, research, education and future hospital facilities. Completed projects include Healthia and the Playford Health Hub specialist medical building, while planning continues for a private hospital and additional health services to support northern Adelaide.
Playford Health Hub
A three-stage private health precinct directly opposite the Lyell McEwin Hospital in Adelaide's northern suburbs. Stage 1 (completed November 2021) delivered a 24 million dollar, 450-bay multi-deck car park and around 1,700 square metres of retail anchored by SA Health, IGA, Medimart and Australia Post. Stage 2 (completed May 2024) is a 51 million dollar, four-level, 6,500 square metre Specialist Medical Centre powered entirely by renewable energy, designed as South Australia's first 6 Star Green Star registered medical office building.Tenants include Calvary's Connery Centre for day oncology, GenesisCare radiotherapy, Radiology SA, Clinpath Pathology, SA Health and consulting suites. Stage 3 is an approximately 93 million dollar private hospital to be operated by Calvary Health Care, with provision for around ten operating theatres and up to 120 day and overnight beds. It received planning consent from the City of Playford in 2023, is in detailed design and early contractor involvement, and will replace the existing Calvary Central Districts Hospital. An airbridge is planned to link the new private hospital with the public Lyell McEwin Hospital.
Northern Suburbs Primary School and Preschool
A new co-located public primary school and preschool for Adelaide's northern suburbs, funded through the SA Government's 2025-26 State Budget. The school will provide Reception to Year 6 places for 400 students plus a 60-place preschool, supporting major residential growth in one of the state's fastest-growing regions. A site has not yet been selected; planning is underway as part of the Department for Education's 20-Year Infrastructure Plan, which is also delivering a new $155.3 million secondary school nearby at Eyre.The co-located preschool and primary school is targeted to open in 2028.
Playford Health Hub (Stage 3 Private Hospital)
The third and final stage of the Playford Health Hub precinct opposite Lyell McEwin Hospital, incorporating a planned $75M-$80M co-located private hospital operated by Calvary Health Care, featuring up to 120 beds and 8 operating theatres.
Northern Adelaide Suburbs Road Upgrades
Program of road safety, access and congestion upgrades and planning studies across northern Adelaide. Completed works include several junction and roundabout upgrades, while further work is focused on Curtis Road and Dalkeith Road planning, the funded Curtis Road level crossing removal at Munno Para, the Heaslip Road and Curtis Road roundabout, and the Curtis Road and Andrews Road signalised intersection to support population growth and new housing in the northern suburbs.
Zaytouna Estate Stage Two
Stage Two of Zaytouna Estate comprises 26 residential allotments nestled amidst rolling countryside with sweeping views in Craigmore. The subdivision features level and split-level allotments ranging from 279 to 678 square meters on 1.95 hectares of premium land. Development approval has been granted, with benching and retaining walls provided by the developer. Located within the One Tree Hill township area with irresistible street appeal and close to bushland reserves, parks and walking trails. Stage One has sold out.Near Craigmore South Primary School, St Thomas More School, Elizabeth Park Primary School, Pinnacle College, Playford College, and Craigmore High School. Nearby amenities include Craigmore Village, Parabanks Shopping Centre, Elizabeth City Centre, Playford Plaza, and public transport.
5,892 residents of Elizabeth East are employed, from a labour force of 6,603. Unemployment sits at 10.8%, with participation at 57.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 11,907, about 82% 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 workforce of Elizabeth East exhibits a balanced split between white-collar and blue-collar roles, featuring strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of 10.8%, and steady employment patterns over the past year. As of March 2026, working residents numbered 5,892, while the local unemployment rate of 6.9% sat above the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%. Labor force participation is also notably lower at 57.6% compared to the 66.6% recorded across Greater Adelaide. According to Census records, a minor 5.8% of the working population operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.
The resident labor force is primarily employed in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. A notable industry specialization is visible in manufacturing, where the concentration of jobs is 1.4 times higher than the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for 3.3% of local jobs compared to the wider Adelaide average of 7.3%. The discrepancy between the number of employed residents and local jobs suggests this primarily residential district offers limited employment opportunities within its own boundaries. Based on AreaSearch calculations using SALM and ABS data, the labor force expanded by 1.0% over the 12-month period while total employment declined by 0.4%, leading to a 1.3 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This contrasted with Greater Adelaide, which recorded a 4.2% rise in employment and a 4.0% increase in the labor force, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point decline in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25 offer additional context regarding future hiring trends in Elizabeth East. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry breakdown to project growth patterns. Nationally, overall employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sector growth varies. Applying these trends to the local employment structure projects a 5.9% increase in local employment over five years and a 12.8% increase over ten years, representing a simple weighted calculation for demonstration purposes that excludes localized population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Elizabeth East is $1,188 a week (about $62,000 a year), with median personal income at $579 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,396 a year against an average of $48,771. 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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According to the latest ATO postcode statistics for the financial year 2023 released by AreaSearch, taxpayers in the Elizabeth East SA2 recorded a median income of $45,396 and an average income of $48,771. These figures sit below national averages, and compare to a median of $54,808 and average of $66,852 across Greater Adelaide. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would stand at approximately $50,013 for the median and $53,731 for the average. Census data places household, family, and individual incomes in the area within the 9th to 12th percentiles nationwide.
Income distribution shows the largest segment is the $800 - 1,499 weekly bracket, containing 29.9% of the population (4,350 individuals), whereas the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the most common across the region at 31.8%. Financial strain from housing is significant, leaving residents with only 82.8% of their income after housing costs, ranking in the 12th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Elizabeth East had 5,079 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 0% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 24% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $251 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,233 a month. Rent absorbs 21.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Data from the latest Census shows that residential properties in Elizabeth East consist of 82.9% standalone houses and 17.1% alternative formats such as semi-detached homes, units, or other dwellings, compared to the Adelaide metropolitan breakdown of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership rates in the area lag behind the metropolitan average, standing at 24.2%, with remaining residences being purchased under a mortgage (41.2%) or occupied by tenants (34.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,233 was lower than the Adelaide metro average of $1,562, while the median weekly rental cost of $251 was below the metropolitan figure of $320.
On a national level, Elizabeth East mortgage payments are much lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent levels are also well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Elizabeth East counted 5,079 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 22% couples without children. 27% 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.
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Families make up the majority of households at 69.5%, consisting of couples with children at 27.7%, couples without children at 21.7%, and single parent households at 18.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.5%, comprising single person households at 27.2% and group houses at 3.2%. The median household occupancy stands at 2.6 people, slightly higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
10.8% of adults in Elizabeth East hold a university qualification, including 8.1% with a bachelor degree and 1.4% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 92% of areas nationally. A further 29.3% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,694 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 931 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 region records low levels of higher education, with university graduation rates of 10.8% tracking well below the national figure of 30.4%. This highlights an area of focus for future educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 8.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.4% and graduate diplomas at 1.3%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 37.7% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.4% and certificates at 29.3%. A substantial portion of the community is engaged in learning, with 30.0% of all residents currently enrolled in an educational program.
This student population includes 12.6% attending primary schools, 7.5% in high schools, and 3.5% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Elizabeth East reaches 82 stops on 18 routes, timetabled for about 1,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 220 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 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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The local transit network features 82 active stops within Elizabeth East, consisting of bus services. These stops support 18 different routes, generating 1,066 passenger journeys each week. Public transport accessibility is strong, with the average home located 215 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most residents travel outside the area for work, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel at 91%, followed by buses at 6%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.3 cars per home. A small proportion of residents (5.8%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic circumstances.
Transit services average 152 trips per day across all active routes, which translates to approximately 13 weekly services per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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62.0% of residents in Elizabeth East report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 95% of areas nationally. 9.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 8.7 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health assessments by AreaSearch based on mortality statistics and the prevalence of long-term conditions indicate notable medical challenges across Elizabeth East, affecting both youth and elderly demographics. The rate of private health insurance is low, with only about 46% of the population (~6,708 people) holding private coverage. This is below the Greater Adelaide rate of 52.7% and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most prevalent issues in the community, affecting 11.3 and 9.6% of the population respectively. Meanwhile, 62.0% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
The working-age bracket exhibits higher rates of chronic illness than average. Seniors aged 65 and older represent 15.7% of the local population (2,283 people), which is lower than the Greater Adelaide benchmark of 19.2%. Health outcomes within this older demographic are generally consistent with national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
27.9% of Elizabeth East residents were born overseas and 18.2% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.1%) and Australian (25.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Elizabeth East exhibits high cultural diversity relative to most local areas, with 27.9% of the population born outside Australia and 18.2% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 35.9% of residents. The most pronounced religious difference is the presence of Islam, which accounts for 8.5% of the community, notably higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 3.0%. English ancestry is the most common at 32.1%, followed by Australian at 25.0%, and other backgrounds at 13.3%. There are minor differences in the representation of other ethnic backgrounds, with Maltese heritage tracking slightly higher at 0.6% compared to the regional average of 0.4%, German heritage at 4.1% compared to 5.1% regionally, and Welsh heritage matching the regional average at 0.6%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Elizabeth East is 36. 27.6% 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 Elizabeth East is 36 years, slightly below the Greater Adelaide median of 39 and the national median of 38. The suburb has a higher proportion of children aged 5 - 14 years (14.3%) than Greater Adelaide, but fewer seniors aged 75 - 84 years (4.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 has risen from 12.4% to 13.8%, while the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 12.0% to 10.8%. By 2041, the demographic profile is projected to change, with the 45 to 54 age group expected to increase by 51% (797 people), growing from 1,570 to 2,368.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Elizabeth East
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 3 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 Jun 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 (14,047 at the 2021 Census → 14,551 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 (402021031). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.