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Mannum has an estimated 7,033 residents, up from 6,594 at the 2021 Census — a change of 439 people, or 6.7%. Growth has averaged 1.1% a year over five years. 124 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 83.9% of that increase. 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 the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Mannum stands at approximately 7,033 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 439 individuals (6.7%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 6,594 people. This adjustment is calculated based on the ABS estimated resident population of 7,012 from June 2025 coupled with 124 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. The population density is 2.1 persons per square kilometer, indicating a low-density environment with substantial space per inhabitant. With a 6.7% growth rate since the 2021 census, the area outpaced the broader SA3 region (5.9%) and the Rest of SA, establishing itself as a regional growth leader.
The primary driver of this demographic expansion was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 83.9% of the overall population rise in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes the 2024 projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 region, which use 2022 as their starting point. In instances where SA2 areas lack this coverage, or for periods extending beyond 2032, regional and LGA projections by age bracket published by the SA State Government in 2023 (using 2021 baseline data) are applied, utilizing a weighted aggregation technique to map LGA-level growth to SA2 boundaries. Future demographic outlooks point to growth matching the lower quartile of non-metropolitan Australia, with the local population projected to rise by 117 persons by 2041 relative to the latest annual ERP numbers, representing a total increase of 1.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
459 new dwellings have been approved in Mannum over the past five years, an average of 91 a year. That places the area in the 76th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 13 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 79 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 97% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 106, 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 Mannum average approximately 91 properties annually, representing a cumulative total of 459 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. During the current FY-26 period, 98 approvals have been logged. The ratio of population growth to new housing shows only 0.8 people moving to the locality for every completed dwelling over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, indicating that construction is meeting or running ahead of local demand, ensuring a wide selection for buyers and creating headroom for growth beyond current estimates. The average estimated construction cost for these new dwellings is $308,000.
Additionally, commercial development remains quiet, with only $1.9 million in commercial approvals registered during the current financial year. Per capita construction volumes in Mannum are 132.0% higher than the average for the Rest of SA, ensuring a broad range of options for prospective buyers. This level of building activity also exceeds national benchmarks, pointing to high developer confidence in the area. The mix of new residential projects consists of 97.0% detached dwellings and 3.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the low-density profile of the community through a focus on standalone houses that appeal to buyers seeking space. The ratio of roughly 57 people for each approved dwelling reflects an expanding residential base. Projections indicate that Mannum will add 96 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Current construction trends suggest that the supply of new housing will easily accommodate this demand, sustaining favorable purchasing conditions and potentially supporting population growth that exceeds standard forecasts.
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AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Mannum, worth an estimated $1.23 billion. A further 59 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $23.5 billion. 21 are already under construction and 22 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and urban planning decisions play a key role in regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 9 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Key developments include the Mannum Waters Residential Marina - Mannum SA, the Regional North-South Freight Route Upgrade, the Summerfield Battery, and the Tanunda Recreation Park Redevelopment, with the primary projects of local relevance listed below.
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Mannum Waters Residential Marina
Mannum Waters is a 178-hectare master-planned waterfront community on the Murray River at Mannum, South Australia. The project features a residential marina with private berths, canals, wetlands, and approximately 600 housing allotments alongside a 148-berth houseboat marina. Additional phases include a proposed holiday village and adventure water park. Developed by Tallwood Pty Ltd, the estate provides custom-designed home sites, walking trails, and connections to the Mannum township.
High Productivity Vehicle Network (HPVN)
Stage 1 of South Australia's High Productivity Vehicle Network (HPVN) program, delivering the Greater Adelaide Freight Bypass (GAFB) between the Swanport Bridge and Monarto on the Princes Highway and the Sturt Highway at Truro. Scope under investigation includes duplication of the two-lane Swanport Bridge over the River Murray, a Murray Bridge township bypass through Monarto, a Truro township bypass, junction and interchange upgrades, overtaking lanes, rest areas, grade separations, road widening and pavement upgrades. The works would allow higher productivity performance-based-standards freight vehicles to bypass metropolitan Adelaide, with preliminary modelling suggesting up to 240 trucks per day could be removed from the South Eastern Freeway initially and a further 240 over the long term.National road freight demand is forecast to grow 77 per cent between 2020 and 2050. The full Stage 1 package is costed at about $1.05 billion. The 2025-26 federal budget committed $525 million and the South Australian Government subsequently committed 20 per cent of the cost, leaving a funding gap of roughly $262.5 million that was not closed in the 2026-27 state budget handed down in June 2026, leaving delivery unresolved. Project-specific business cases for the Greater Adelaide Freight Bypass and the Swanport Bridge upgrade are scheduled for completion in the second half of 2026, and site investigation surveys have been carried out to refine the Truro bypass alignment. A separate Stage 2 HPVN business case is being prepared covering triple road train (PBS Level 4A) access across the wider network spanning the Eyre, Sturt, Augusta and Dukes Highways from the Victorian to the Western Australian border.
Regional North-South Freight Route Upgrade
$12 million upgrade of the freight route between Sedan and Murray Bridge, including 39km of shoulder sealing, bridge widening and strengthening at three locations (Reedy Creek Bridge, Marne River Bridge, Saunders Creek Bridge), barrier upgrades at additional sites, improved road safety, and enhanced heavy vehicle access for agricultural and industrial transport.
Murray Bridge North School Major Upgrades
$5.48 million upgrade delivering refurbished learning spaces and amenities, two covered outdoor learning areas with connected courtyards, improved entrance at Railway Terrace, landscaping, and removal of ageing infrastructure.
Sturt Reserve Master Plan
A long term riverfront transformation of Sturt Reserve in Murray Bridge into a premier regional destination on Ngarrindjeri Country. The master plan, prepared by ASPECT Studios with TERROIR and Mulloway Studio, divides the reserve into four precincts: Recreation, History and Tourism, Play, and Accommodation. Completed stages include the Murray Bridge Regional Rowing Centre, war memorial relocation, wharf shelter, trail head, and the Lower Timber Wharf replacement. The 4.85 million dollar Ngarrindjeri inspired Pondi Play Space, funded by the federal government with a 1.4 million dollar council contribution, will replace the flood damaged playground and feature a sensory Pondi the Murray Cod sculpture, outdoor classroom, water and sand play areas.A new BMX and dirt jump park, approved by council in December 2025 with a 230,000 dollar budget and contractor Spry Civil Construction, is scheduled for completion by the end of 2026. Future stages include a visitor information centre with cafe, river swimming pool, dog park, and accommodation precinct on the former landfill site.
Murray Bridge Residential Growth Areas
The Murray Bridge Residential Growth Areas Code Amendment was approved in February 2026, rezoning approximately 97.5 hectares across three precincts for low to medium density residential development. The project is supported by South Australia's first Basic Infrastructure Scheme, coordinating roads, stormwater, water, sewer, power and communications infrastructure before development proceeds. The precinct is expected to deliver around 900 new homes, including affordable housing requirements for larger developments.
Old Murray Bridge Refurbishment Project
The $46 million refurbishment of the historic 1879 Old Murray Bridge includes repainting for corrosion protection, stone abutment repairs, LED lighting upgrades, structural strengthening of piers, heritage preservation, and improved pedestrian access. The project extends the bridge's lifespan by 30 years and was completed with two-way traffic reinstated in September 2023, with minor finishing works in early 2024.
Murray Bridge Community Dental Clinic
Public dental clinic providing services to eligible children and adults in the Murray Bridge region, funded through a federal health infrastructure agreement to enhance regional healthcare access.
3,007 residents of Mannum are employed, from a labour force of 3,166. Unemployment sits at 5.0%, with participation at 51.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,415, 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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The local labor market in Mannum features a diverse mix of white and blue collar jobs across multiple industries, showing an unemployment rate of 5.0% and an estimated annual employment growth rate of 3.1%. As of March 2026, the working resident population totals 3,007, with the unemployment rate tracking 0.4% lower than the Regional SA average of 5.5%. However, labor force participation is low, standing at 51.5% compared to 58.4% across Regional SA. Census data indicates that a moderate 13.9% of the workforce operates from home, though these figures may reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and construction. The community displays a distinct concentration in agriculture, forestry & fishing, employing residents at 1.3 times the rate seen across the wider region. Conversely, the education & training sector is less prominent, accounting for 5.5% of local employment compared to 8.2% regionally. The comparison between the number of working residents and local jobs suggests that the area provides a limited volume of local employment opportunities. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that over the 12-month period, employment rose by 3.1% while the overall labor force grew by 4.1%, resulting in a 0.9 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Regional SA experienced a 1.2% rise in employment, a 2.6% increase in the labor force, and a 1.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future workforce demand in Mannum. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local industry mix to estimate future employment trends. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying by sector. Mapping these projections to the local workforce structure indicates that employment in Mannum could grow by 5.3% over five years and 11.8% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes rather than a localized population projection.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Mannum is $901 a week (about $47,000 a year), with median personal income at $505 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $43,193 a year against an average of $51,408. 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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Aggregated ATO statistics at the postcode level for financial year 2023 show that taxpayers in the Mannum SA2 recorded a median income of $43,193 and an average income of $51,408. These figures sit below the national average and compare to Regional SA averages of $48,920 and $58,933 respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, estimated income levels as of March 2026 are approximately $47,586 for the median and $56,636 for the average. Census data places household, family, and individual incomes in Mannum between the 1st and 4th percentiles nationally.
The largest income group comprises 34.2% of residents (2,405 people) earning weekly incomes of $400 - 799, contrasting with the surrounding region where 27.5% of the population falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 range. The concentration of 45.3% of the community in weekly brackets below $800 highlights economic pressures, though low housing costs allow residents to retain 87.1% of their income. Overall disposable income for the area ranks in the 4th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mannum had 2,801 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 94% detached houses and 1% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 18% rented and 51% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $215 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,083 a month. Rent absorbs 23.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The local housing stock at the time of the latest Census consisted of 94.2% detached houses and 5.8% other dwelling types including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings in Regional SA. Home ownership rates in Mannum are high, with 51.1% of households owning their homes outright, while the remaining properties are mortgaged (31.3%) or rented (17.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,083, which is below the Regional SA average of $1,153, and the median weekly rent was $215, compared to $220 across Regional SA.
These housing costs are lower than the national median mortgage payment of $1,863 and the national median weekly rent of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mannum counted 2,801 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,987 today, averaging 2.1 people each. 17% are couples with children, fewer than in 92% of areas nationally, against 36% couples without children. 35% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 62.8% of all households in the area, consisting of couples without children at 35.6%, couples with children at 17.2%, and single parent families at 9.0%. Non-family households account for the remaining 37.2%, consisting primarily of single-person households at 34.8% and group households at 2.4%. The average household size is 2.1 people, which is slightly lower than the Regional SA average of 2.3.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
10.7% of adults in Mannum hold a university qualification, including 7.8% with a bachelor degree and 1.4% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 91% of areas nationally. A further 33.8% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 580 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 955 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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Educational attainment levels present challenges for the region, with university degree completion rates at 10.7%, well below the national benchmark of 30.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted educational support programs. Among those with higher education, bachelor degrees are the most common at 7.8%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.5% and postgraduate qualifications at 1.4%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 42.3% of the population aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (8.5%) and certificate-level qualifications (33.8%). A total of 23.4% of the local population is enrolled in formal study.
This student population includes 10.0% in primary schooling, 6.9% in secondary education, and 1.7% in tertiary courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Mannum means driving: households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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57.5% of residents in Mannum report no long-term health condition. 8.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.0 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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Local health outcomes present challenges, with AreaSearch metrics for mortality and chronic illness showing notable rates of illness across both younger and older age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is low, with approximately 46% of the population (~3,242 people) holding cover. This compares to a coverage rate of 48.9% in Regional SA and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequently reported medical conditions among local residents are arthritis, affecting 12.7%, and mental health conditions, affecting 9.7% of the population. Meanwhile, 57.5% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 62.5% across Regional SA.
Chronic illness rates are elevated within the working-age cohort. The community has a high concentration of seniors, with 35.8% of residents aged 65 and over (2,517 people), exceeding the Regional SA figure of 27.1% and resulting in national health risk rankings that are higher than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Mannum is largely Australian-born, at 87.9% of residents, with 1.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.7%) and Australian (31.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local population displays low levels of cultural diversity, with citizens making up 88.8% of the community, 87.9% of residents born in Australia, and 98.1% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, accounting for 46.3% of the population. The most distinct statistical overrepresentation is observed in Judaism, which represents 0.1% of residents compared to 0.0% across Regional SA. Regarding parental ancestry, the three largest ethnic groups identified are English at 33.7%, Australian at 31.2%, and German at 12.6%. The data also shows minor variations in other backgrounds, with Dutch representation at 1.3% (matching the 1.3% regional average), Welsh at 0.5% (matching 0.5% regionally), and Polish at 0.6% (compared to 0.4% across Regional SA).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mannum is 55, older than 96% of areas nationally. 14.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 55 in Mannum is higher than the Regional SA median of 47 and the national median of 38. Compared to Regional SA, the area has a higher share of residents in the 65 - 74 age group (19.7%) and a lower share of residents aged 25 - 34 (6.7%). This concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 sits above the national average of 9.4%. Post-2021 Census figures show that the 75 to 84 age group increased from 9.6% to 12.4% of the population, while the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 13.5% to 10.9%.
Projections for 2041 indicate that the 85+ cohort will experience the fastest growth, rising by 119% (an increase of 308 residents to a total of 568). This demographic aging trend is highlighted by the fact that residents aged 65 and older account for 100% of all projected population growth, while the 15 to 24 and 0 to 4 age groups are expected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mannum
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 | Jul 2026 last month 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 Jul 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 — 124 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,594 at the 2021 Census → 7,033 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 (407031164). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.