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Loxton Surrounds has an estimated 1,823 residents, up from 1,742 at the 2021 Census — a change of 81 people, or 4.6%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. 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 findings from AreaSearch, the resident count in Loxton Surrounds stands at approximately 1,823 as of Aug 2026. Compared to the 1,742 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this indicates an expansion of 81 people, or 4.6%. Such demographic movement is derived from the ABS estimated resident population figure of 1,817 as of June 2025 alongside 45 validated new addresses identified following the Census. With a density of 0.40 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers an expansive living environment. The recorded 4.6% uptick places the community within 1.4 percentage points of the broader SA3 region at 6.0%, highlighting solid underlying momentum.
Interstate migration served as the primary catalyst, delivering around 52.0% of recent population additions, while overseas migration and natural growth also provided positive contributions. Projections compiled by the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using 2022 as a baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch across SA2 locations. For areas omitted from this series, as well as timeframes beyond 2032, figures incorporate the SA State Government Regional/LGA age-cohort forecasts published in 2023 from 2021 records, modified through weighted growth aggregation from LGA to SA2 divisions. Looking ahead, population growth is projected to track marginally beneath the regional Australian median, expanding by 124 persons through to 2041 relative to current annual ERP figures, representing a 6.5% overall gain over the 16 years.
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32 new dwellings have been approved in Loxton Surrounds over the past five years, an average of 6 a year. That is 3.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building approvals across Loxton Surrounds have maintained an annual pace of roughly 6 dwellings, totaling 32 homes permitted throughout the preceding 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Over the course of these past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), an average intake of 1.8 new residents per dwelling constructed each year indicates balanced conditions between housing supply and resident demand. The average construction value of new builds sits at $489,000, pointing toward an emphasis among developers on higher-end, premium housing. Furthermore, commercial building approvals reached $11.5 million in the current financial year, signaling moderate commercial activity.
Relative to Rest of SA, per-capita building volume in Loxton Surrounds reaches roughly 58%, placing the district in the 44th percentile nationally; this constrained pipeline tends to limit purchaser choice while heightening demand across existing housing stock. Recent residential building activity has been exclusively focused on detached houses, preserving the area's spacious, low-density fabric and providing appealing options for families seeking larger properties. An estimated ratio of 416 people per building approval highlights the quiet, subdued development environment. Based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures, Loxton Surrounds is projected to welcome an additional 118 residents through to 2041. Anticipated building activity appears well-suited to satisfy this prospective housing demand, fostering favorable dynamics for buyers and offering scope for growth to outperform existing forecasts.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Loxton Surrounds, worth an estimated $1 million. A further 43 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $17.2 billion. 8 are already under construction and 8 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, transport & logistics and residential development. 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 capital works, planning schemes, and infrastructure upgrades exert a substantial bearing on regional growth. AreaSearch has identified 13 specific initiatives anticipated to influence the locality. Prominent works include the Loxton District Children's Centre Expansion (Woodleigh), Pocket Galleries in Loxton, William Street Staircase Repair, and Loxton Swimming Pool Upgrade, with key projects detailed below.
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Billiatt Road Reconstruction - Final Stage
Final stage reconstruction of Billiatt Road involving sealing and widening from 6.2 metres to 7.6 metres to accommodate increased traffic and road trains. As the gateway to Billiatt Conservation Park and the main tourism route in the Riverland region, this project will improve safety for locals, freight, and tourist traffic. Funded through the Australian Government's Special Local Roads Program with $993,000 allocated for this final stage.
Pocket Galleries in Loxton
A pilot initiative to establish small-scale pocket galleries throughout Loxton, creating accessible community exhibition spaces for local artists and cultural activities. The project is being developed in partnership with founder Di Caught and aims to enhance arts and culture engagement across the district. Community consultation was conducted in August 2025, with the pilot launch expected to roll out following feedback from residents, artists, and businesses.
William Street Staircase Repair
Repair works on the William Street Staircase following significant structural damage from the 2022/23 Murray River floods. The project includes installation of screw piles to landing supports, replacement of missing handrails, and reinstatement of the retaining wall. This important pedestrian access point connects Loxton's main shopping area to the riverfront. Works commenced June 2025 with targeted completion October 2025.
Loxton Institute
The Loxton Institute is a new library, visitor information and cultural centre developed at the historic former Loxton Council Chamber. The facility features a dedicated local history section, visitor information area with local products and Loxton merchandise, bookable meeting rooms, extensive library services, children's activity room, modern amenities, and an outdoor deck area with breezeway. The building retains part of the original heritage-listed Loxton Institute facade. Construction commenced in June 2023 and was completed in November 2024.The project was delivered by Michael Kregar Building with support from local subcontractors.
Loxton Swimming Pool Upgrade
The District Council of Loxton Waikerie has undertaken concept planning and design work for the potential redevelopment and upgrade of the Loxton Swimming Pool. The pool's ageing infrastructure requires upgrading to meet current compliance standards and community expectations. Consultants DesignInc and insideEDGE Sport and Leisure Planning worked with Council and the community to develop options for revitalization of the 50-metre outdoor pool complex, which includes intermediate and toddler pools. Community consultation surveys closed 10 March 2025, with drop-in sessions held in early March to inform the concept design phase.At its meeting on 16 July 2025, Council received the completed concept designs and cost estimates; the information was noted for consideration in future budget discussions, with no funding or construction timeline yet confirmed.
Loxton District Children's Centre Expansion (Woodleigh)
Construction of a new fit-for-purpose childcare centre to expand services for the Loxton District Children's Centre 'Woodleigh'. The modern, environmentally friendly multi-use facility will include learning hubs, offices, bathrooms, sleep hubs, kitchens, laundries, staff rooms, consulting and program training rooms, outdoor play spaces and a carpark. Capacity will accommodate 120 full-time places in the first year, growing to 140 places within three years. The construction contract was awarded to Michael Kregar Building. As of mid-2026 the project is in the internal fit-out and external finishing stages, with landscaping remaining, and practical completion and handover is estimated for August 2026.The project is funded by a 9.28 million dollar Australian Government Growing Regions Program grant plus an additional 900,000 dollars from the Community Child Care Fund, with the District Council of Loxton Waikerie providing project management and loan support.
McLean Street Residential Estate
Sale of a significant 3.06ha development site (Lot 45 McLean St) in the Riverland town of Berri, which was advertised with two professionally drafted concept plans for a low-density residential estate of up to 34 new homes to address the critical local housing shortage. The site was sold on October 9, 2025.
Riverview Drive Reconstruction (Flood Recovery)
The reconstruction of Riverview Drive in Berri, following significant damage caused by the earth levee bank constructed during the 2022/23 River Murray flood. The project involved a like-for-like road renewal over an expanded scope, delivered $416,000 under budget, marking a major flood recovery milestone for the Berri Barmera Council. The section reconstructed measured 2,860m (2.86km).
966 residents of Loxton Surrounds are employed, from a labour force of 993. Unemployment sits at 2.7%, with participation at 64.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 4.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labour market in Loxton Surrounds displays an even distribution of blue-collar and white-collar roles across multiple sectors, supported by an unemployment rate of merely 2.7% and a 3.5% gain in employment over the preceding year. As of March 2026966 residents are employed. The jobless rate sits 2.7% beneath the 5.5% observed across Regional SA, while workforce participation stands strong at 64.4% compared to 58.3% across Regional SA. Data from the Census indicated that 16.7% of working individuals carried out their duties from home, though conditions surrounding Covid-19 lockdowns should be kept in mind.
The primary sectors supporting local employment are agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and manufacturing. Agricultural, forestry & fishing activities show exceptional concentration, capturing a workforce proportion 3.0 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, accommodation & food accounts for only 2.0% of resident workers, falling short of the 7.0% recorded across Regional SA. Although local positions are present, the relationship between working residents and local employment counts suggests a substantial volume of outward commuting. AreaSearch examination of ABS and SALM figures shows that across the 12 months to March 2026, employment grew by 3.5% alongside a 3.9% rise in the labour force, resulting in a 0.3 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same span in Regional SA, employment lifted by 1.2%, the labour force expanded by 2.6%, and unemployment went up by 1.4 percentage points. Forward-looking employment estimates from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide additional context regarding future workforce requirements in Loxton Surrounds across five and ten-year horizons. Across Australia, workforce growth is projected at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely across distinct industries. Mapping these sector-specific trajectories onto the industry distribution of Loxton Surrounds points to potential local employment gains of 4.5% over five years and 10.6% over ten years (note that this represents a simple weighted extrapolation for indicative purposes, without factoring in local population projections).
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Median household income in Loxton Surrounds is $1,300 a week (about $68,000 a year), with median personal income at $691 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,283 a year against an average of $50,899. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO postcode statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate that taxpayers in the Loxton Surrounds SA2 earn a median income of $46,283 and an average of $50,899. These metrics sit below national benchmarks, as well as the Regional SA median of $48,920 and average of $58,933. Accounting for a 10.17% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $50,990 (median) and $56,075 (average) as of March 2026. Across personal, family, and household levels, Census earnings in Loxton Surrounds place between the 20th and 26th percentiles nationally.
Income distribution shows that 29.0% of residents (528 individuals) sit in the $800 - 1,499 bracket, contrasting with Regional SA where the $1,500 - 2,999 tier leads at 27.5%. Even though residents retain 91.5% of their earnings due to manageable housing overheads, overall disposable income ranks at only the 30th percentile across the country.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Loxton Surrounds had 655 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 0% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 17% rented and 52% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $188 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,083 a month. Rent absorbs 14.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.2%. 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 most recent Census, the dwelling landscape in Loxton Surrounds consisted of 98.5% separate houses and 1.5% other dwellings (incorporating semi-detached structures, units, and alternative dwelling types), whereas Regional SA recorded 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. Outright home ownership was notably prominent at 51.7%, comfortably exceeding the Regional SA rate, while 31.0% of homes were held under a mortgage and 17.3% were occupied by tenants. Median housing payments were comparatively gentle, with monthly mortgage commitments at $1,083 and weekly rent at $188, compared to $1,153 and $220 in Regional SA.
Relative to nationwide benchmarks, mortgage payments sit far below the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are markedly lower than the national figure of $375.
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Loxton Surrounds counted 655 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 39% couples without children. 26% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 71.8% of all households in the district, comprising couples without children at 38.5%, couples with children at 26.4%, and single parent families at 5.8%. Non-family households account for 28.2%, consisting of single-person households at 25.5% and group arrangements at 2.7%. The typical household size stands at 2.4 people, slightly above the Regional SA average of 2.3.
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11.6% of adults in Loxton Surrounds hold a university qualification, including 8.1% with a bachelor degree and 1.7% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 92% of areas nationally. A further 30.8% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 20 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 885 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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University attainment levels highlight an area for potential educational development, with 11.6% of residents holding higher education degrees compared against the 30.4% national average. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications comprise 8.1%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.8% and postgraduate degrees at 1.7%. Meanwhile, technical and trade skills are widely held, with 41.8% of individuals aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, including 11.0% with advanced diplomas and 30.8% with certificates. A substantial 25.4% of the population is actively engaged in formal study. Within this enrolled cohort, primary school students represent 11.5%, secondary school attendees account for 6.6%, and 2.3% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
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Getting around Loxton Surrounds means driving: households keep an average of 2.1 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit infrastructure in Loxton Surrounds comprises 6 operational stops connected across 4 distinct routes, generating 38 passenger services each week. Transit access remains restricted, with typical journey distances to the nearest stop averaging 4933 meters. Given the residential orientation of the area, most travel is outbound, with private vehicles serving 88% of trips and walking representing 9%. Vehicle ownership sits above the regional standard at 2.1 cars per dwelling. In addition, 16.7% of working locals operated from home according to the 2021 Census, potentially influenced by COVID-19 settings. Timetables provide an average frequency of 5 trips per day across the network, translating to roughly 6 weekly services at each individual stop.
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65.3% of residents in Loxton Surrounds report no long-term health condition. 5.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.3 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 indicate below-average health outcomes across Loxton Surrounds based on mortality figures and the incidence of chronic ailments, which present at slightly elevated frequencies among younger and older demographics alike. Private health insurance membership is notably low, encompassing roughly 46% of the population (~840 people), trailing the Regional SA level of 48.9% and the national rate of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma represent the most widespread medical issues locally, affecting 11.2 and 8.5% of the community, respectively, while 65.3% of residents reported having no diagnosed health conditions, comparing favorably to 62.5% across Regional SA.
Working-age cohorts experience higher-than-average chronic condition rates. Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 27.6% of the locality (502 people) and demonstrate positive health indicators that surpass regional outcomes and exceed the general community in national rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Loxton Surrounds is largely Australian-born, at 90.5% of residents, with 3.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.0%) and Australian (30.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity measures in Loxton Surrounds track below national norms, with Australian citizens making up 88.5% of residents, 90.5% born in Australia, and 96.6% using only English in domestic settings. Christianity stands as the predominant faith, claimed by 50.0% of the local population in comparison to 45.2% across Regional SA. Looking at parental heritage, the most prevalent ancestries in Loxton Surrounds are English at 31.0%, Australian at 30.9%, and German at 15.4%, the latter notably exceeding the 8.2% regional proportion. Smaller ancestral groups also exhibit distinct representation, with Hungarian backgrounds accounting for 0.3% locally (versus 0.1% regionally), Polish at 0.6% (versus 0.4%), and Croatian at 0.4% (versus 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Loxton Surrounds is 48, older than 89% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 19.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The demographic age profile of Loxton Surrounds closely aligns with Regional SA patterns, showing a maximum variance of only 3.0 percentage points. The median age is estimated at 48, decreasing from 49 at the 2021 Census and remaining 1 year higher than the Regional SA median of 47 from that Census, while the national Census median was 38. Since the Census, the proportion of residents aged 45 - 64 has declined from 33.5% to an estimated 28.1%. Through to 2041, the largest demographic expansion is expected among those aged 65+, increasing by 193 residents (38%) to reach 696, whereas cohorts encompassing children, young adults, and mature-aged persons aged 45 - 64 are anticipated to diminish over the period.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Loxton Surrounds
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 2026 last month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Oct 2025 about a year ago all 1 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 Oct 2025. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 45 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (1,742 at the 2021 Census → 1,823 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (407031163). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.