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Mitchell Park has an estimated 18,507 residents, up from 16,516 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,991 people, or 12.1%. Growth has averaged 1.8% a year over five years, faster than 78% of areas nationally. 548 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 92.8% of that increase. That puts 2,445 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to the analysis conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Mitchell Park is estimated to be 18,507 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,991 residents (12.1%) from the 16,516 registered during the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 18,165 from June 2025 alongside 548 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. With these figures, the local density stands at 2,444 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top quartile of all Australian locations analyzed. The 12.1% population growth recorded here since the 2021 census outpaced both the SA4 region (6.2%) and the SA3 area, establishing the locality as a leader in regional growth.
The main driver of this expansion was overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 92.8% of the overall population rise in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilized for each SA2 locality. Where these datasets are unavailable, or for periods past 2032, regional and LGA projections by age bracket issued by the SA State Government in 2023 (using 2021 data) are integrated via a weighted aggregation methodology translating growth from LGA to SA2 divisions. Looking ahead, population growth is anticipated to outpace the national median, with the locality projected to add 3,152 residents by 2041 compared to the latest annual ERP statistics, indicating a total growth rate of 15.2% over the 16 years.
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1,163 new dwellings have been approved in Mitchell Park over the past five years, an average of 232 a year. That places the area in the 87th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 13 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 170 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 41% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 413, 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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Approximately 232 new residential building approvals have been granted annually in Mitchell Park, accumulating to 1,163 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. In the current financial year of FY-26, there have been 379 approvals documented. The local market demonstrates a healthy equilibrium between supply and demand, with an average of 1.4 new residents added per built dwelling annually over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25. The average construction cost of these new residences is $228,000, which falls below the regional standard and provides relatively inexpensive entry points for buyers.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $106.0 million during this financial year, pointing to strong local business investment. Mitchell Park exhibits 92.0% more new residential approvals per resident than Greater Adelaide, expanding options for prospective buyers. This level of building activity significantly surpasses the national norm, highlighting strong developer interest. Recent building completions consist of 41.0% freestanding houses and 59.0% medium or high-density dwellings like townhouses and apartments. This concentration on denser housing configurations yields more affordable purchasing options and attracts first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors. This pattern marks a clear departure from the existing housing stock, which consists of 62.0% standalone houses, signaling a reduction in available greenfield land and reflecting modern lifestyle preferences for diverse, lower-cost housing. The current ratio stands at roughly 88 people for every residential approval, demonstrating a growing market. Demographic projections indicate that Mitchell Park will add 2,810 residents by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Given the ongoing construction rate, the volume of new housing is expected to satisfy demand, fostering favorable buyer conditions and potentially supporting growth that exceeds current predictions.
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AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Mitchell Park, worth an estimated $918 million. A further 13 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.93 billion. 11 are already under construction and 7 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and retail. 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 initiatives, and major developments have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects expected to influence the suburb. Key developments include the Tonsley Innovation District, the Thrive Tonsley housing development by Junction Australia, Oaklands Green, and the Southern Redevelopment Stage 1 (Acute Services Building) at Flinders Medical Centre, with the most relevant projects detailed in the list below.
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Tonsley Innovation District
61-hectare renewal of the former Mitsubishi site into a mixed-use innovation precinct led by Renewal SA with partners including Flinders University, TAFE SA and Peet (Tonsley Village). The district continues staged delivery of commercial, education, research and residential assets under a 2012-2028 masterplan.
Thrive Tonsley - Junction Australia Housing Development
A $70 million social and youth housing precinct by Junction Australia within the Tonsley Innovation District. Stage 1 consists of 50 energy-efficient apartments (7.5-star rating) and is nearing completion with Junction's head office scheduled to open to the public on May 25, 2026. Stage 2 will add 63 apartments in an 8-storey building. The development serves as a community hub featuring a cafe, co-working spaces, and support services for approximately 10,000 South Australians annually. The project is supported by the Federal Social Housing Accelerator Program and built by Schiavello.
Oaklands Green
South Australia's largest social and affordable housing renewal project, transforming 16.5 hectares into a masterplanned community. The development delivers 680 new dwellings, comprising 235 social housing homes managed by Junction and 445 private/affordable homes. The project features 3.4 hectares of open space, including the expansion of Rajah Reserve and sustainable Green Star rated designs. Construction is staged over eight years with the first residents moved in during 2023.
Flinders Medical Centre Southern Redevelopment Stage 1 (Acute Services Building)
Stage 1 of the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network redevelopment, anchored by a new seven-storey Acute Services Building at the front of Flinders Medical Centre. The tower delivers 17,000 square metres of new built area plus 3,000 square metres of refurbishment, adding 98 clinical spaces. It will house two 32-bed adult inpatient units, an 18-bay Medical Day Unit, a 16-bed Intensive Care Unit with a dedicated CT scanner suite, four operating theatres with a 14-bay recovery area, a Day of Surgery Admissions area, a new Podiatry department, and a dedicated floor for the FMC Eye Surgery Clinic which integrates the network's ophthalmology services into a single facility (a first for South Australia's public health system).The new building will form the hospital's main entrance with a large lobby, retail outlet and undercover drop-off zone. The wider Stage 1 program also includes a 12-bed Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit at Margaret Tobin Centre (opening March 2026), 48 new beds at Noarlunga Hospital (opened November 2025), 32 beds across two wards at the Repat Health Precinct (opened 2024), and supporting upgrades to mortuary (completed October 2025), kitchen, sterilisation services and electrical infrastructure. More than 20 million dollars of new major medical equipment will be installed including advanced imaging, automated pharmacy dispensing cabinets and a new CT scanner. Designed by ARM Architecture with Silver Thomas Hanley, with Built Environs as Managing Contractor and Aurecon providing structural and civil engineering. The Acute Services Building is expected to open in early 2028.
Westfield Marion Expansion
Major $259 million expansion and renovation of Westfield Marion shopping centre by Scentre Group. Adding 52 specialty shops and 20 eateries, new ground floor mall, four-level carpark facing Diagonal Road. Expanding from 135,300sqm to 152,200sqm. Part of $500 million South Australian development pipeline including new retail spaces, fresh food precinct, dining options, and entertainment facilities. Enhanced parking and contemporary design updates. Creates up to 2,600 construction and retail jobs, strengthening position as premier southern suburbs retail destination.Introduction of paid parking for stays over 3 hours with ticketless system using numberplate recognition.
Tonsley Retail Precinct
A new mixed-use hub valued at $47 million, bringing diverse retail, commercial, and wellbeing offerings to Tonsley. Plans include a multi-level gym (V2FIT), indoor bouldering gym, food and beverage outlets (pizza & wine bar, cafe, delicatessen), an independent supermarket, specialty shops, allied health services, and 5700my of new office space. Development approval for the first stage has been secured, with construction planned to commence late 2024.
Tonsley Technical College
A new technical college within the Tonsley Innovation District, nearing completion as part of Flinders University's Stage 2 development. It contributes to the district's focus on education and training in various high-value industry sectors.
Little Bang Brewery at Tonsley Boiler House
Redevelopment of Tonsley's Boiler House into a new hospitality venue. Plans include a micro-brewery, bar, restaurant, and bottle shop, aiming to open by 2026. This project is set to enhance the amenity and social offerings within the Tonsley Innovation District.
9,531 residents of Mitchell Park are employed, from a labour force of 9,969. Unemployment sits at 4.4%, with participation at 64.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% 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 workforce in Mitchell Park is highly qualified, with a strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of 4.4%, and an estimated job growth rate of 5.9% over the preceding year. As of March 2026, there are 9,531 employed residents, with the unemployment rate tracking 0.6% higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%. The labor force participation rate is slightly below average at 64.1%, compared to 66.6% across Greater Adelaide. Based on Census data, a modest 9.9% of the employed population worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lock-downs.
The primary sectors of employment for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The area exhibits a notable concentration in health care & social assistance, with its share of employment reaching 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, the construction sector is underrepresented, employing 6.3% of the workforce compared to 8.7% across the region. Although there are local employment opportunities, comparison between the Census working population and the local resident count suggests a significant portion of the workforce travels outside the area for employment. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the year ending March 2026 saw employment expand by 5.9% and the total labor force grow by 5.1%, which reduced the unemployment rate by 0.7 percentage points. For comparison, Greater Adelaide experienced a 4.2% rise in employment, a 4.0% increase in the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point drop in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future local demand. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential employment trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with distinct variations among industries. Aligning these industry trends with the local employment base suggests Mitchell Park's employment could grow by 7.1% over five years and 14.8% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate localized population adjustments.
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Median household income in Mitchell Park is $1,307 a week (about $68,000 a year), with median personal income at $668 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,272 a year against an average of $59,739. 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 statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, income levels in the Mitchell Park SA2 remain below the national average. Taxpayers in Mitchell Park SA2 recorded a median income of $52,272 and an average income of $59,739, compared to $54,808 and $66,852 respectively for Greater Adelaide. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, current estimated values would be approximately $57,588 for the median and $65,814 for the average as of March 2026. Census figures indicate that personal, family, and household incomes in Mitchell Park lie between the 20th and 22nd percentiles nationwide.
The $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income bracket is the most common, accounting for 30.3% of the population (5,607 residents), which aligns with the metropolitan average of 31.8% in this bracket. Financial pressure from housing is high, leaving residents with only 81.4% of their income, which ranks in the 18th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mitchell Park had 6,902 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 62% detached houses and 2% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 41% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $310 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,603 a month. Rent absorbs 23.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Mitchell Park consisted of 62.3% standalone houses and 37.8% other housing forms, such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings. This compares to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across the Adelaide metropolitan area. Home ownership rates in Mitchell Park trail the metropolitan benchmark, standing at 27.8%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (31.1%) or rented (41.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,603, slightly higher than the Adelaide metropolitan average of $1,562, while the median weekly rent was $310, compared to $320 across metropolitan Adelaide.
On a national scale, mortgage payments in Mitchell Park are considerably lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mitchell Park counted 6,902 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,734 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 23% are couples with children, fewer than in 78% of areas nationally, against 24% couples without children. 34% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 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 60.0%, consisting of couples with children at 22.7%, couples without children at 24.0%, and single parents at 11.6%. Non-family households account for the remaining 40.0%, consisting of single-person households at 34.2% and group households at 5.9%. The median household occupancy is 2.3 individuals, which is slightly lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
32.7% of adults in Mitchell Park hold a university qualification, including 22.2% with a bachelor degree and 8.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 19.6% hold a vocational qualification. 8 schools serve the area, with 2,692 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,059 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 educational profile of the area is distinct when compared regionally, with university graduation rates at 32.7% of residents aged 15 and over, exceeding the South Australian average of 25.7% and the SA4 regional average of 28.1%, showing a strong focus on tertiary education. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 22.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.0% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Vocational and technical training is also highly prevalent, with 28.7% of residents aged 15 and over possessing vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 9.1% and certificates at 19.6%.
Enrolment rates in education are high, with 29.0% of local residents actively participating in formal study. This student population includes 9.4% enrolled in tertiary institutions, 8.2% in primary schools, and 5.7% attending secondary schools.
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Public transport in Mitchell Park reaches 99 stops on 62 routes, timetabled for about 4,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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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Analysis of the local transit network shows 99 active transport stops in Mitchell Park, consisting of both train and bus infrastructure. These stops are connected to 62 individual routes, which support 4,029 passenger departures each week. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 171 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the suburb's residential nature, most residents travel elsewhere for work, and private vehicles remain the primary mode of travel at 79%, with 8% using trains and 6% using buses. The average vehicle ownership rate is 1.1 cars per household, which is below the metropolitan average.
A relatively low 9.9% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Public transport services run at an average frequency of 575 trips per day across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 40 weekly departures per stop.
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66.8% of residents in Mitchell Park report no long-term health condition. 7.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.9% 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 indicate below-average outcomes in Mitchell Park, according to AreaSearch's analysis of mortality and chronic disease prevalence. The frequency of general health conditions across the population is typical, though it rises above the national average among older age cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is low, with approximately 49% of residents (~9,049 people) holding cover, compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and arthritis represent the most common medical diagnoses in the area, affecting 9.4% and 8.5% of residents respectively. Conversely, 66.8% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
The prevalence of chronic conditions among working-age residents is above average. The suburb has 19.5% of its population aged 65 and over (3,610 individuals), and while senior health outcomes present challenges, they rank more favorably relative to national cohorts than the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
34.1% of Mitchell Park residents were born overseas and 30.2% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 76% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (25.1%) and Australian (21.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Mitchell Park displays a high degree of cultural diversity, with 34.1% of the population born outside of Australia and 30.2% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 40.3% of the community. Hinduism shows the most notable local concentration, accounting for 6.8% of residents compared to 2.8% across Greater Adelaide. In terms of reported ancestry, the three largest groups in Mitchell Park are English at 25.1%, Australian at 21.9%, and Other at 13.7%. There are also notable differences in other ethnic backgrounds: German ancestry represents 4.8% of the population (compared to 5.1% across the region), Polish stands at 0.9% (compared to 1.0%), and Indian accounts for 3.5% (compared to 2.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mitchell Park is 36. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 30.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 36 in Mitchell Park is slightly below the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and the national median of 38. Compared to the wider Adelaide metropolitan area, Mitchell Park has a higher proportion of young adults aged 25 to 34 (19.0%) but fewer residents in the 55 to 64 age bracket (9.2%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 13.8% to 15.8% of the population, and the 25 to 34 group has risen from 17.8% to 19.0%. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 demographic fell from 10.3% to 9.2%.
By 2041, demographic shifts will alter the local age structure, led by a 25% increase in the 45 to 54 cohort, which will grow by 475 people to reach 2,387 compared to the current 1,911. The 65 to 74 age group will grow much slower, increasing by 2% to add 27 residents.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mitchell Park
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 10 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 548 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (16,516 at the 2021 Census → 18,507 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 (403021061). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.