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Mount Barker Surrounds has an estimated 7,467 residents, up from 6,825 at the 2021 Census — a change of 642 people, or 9.4%. Growth has averaged 2.1% a year over five years. 101 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 59.0% of that increase. Density is about 19 people per 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 investigations by AreaSearch, the population of Mount Barker Surrounds stands at approximately 7,467 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 642 residents (9.4%) relative to the 6,825 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. The expansion is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 7,402 from June 2025 alongside 101 validated new addresses identified after the Census. This population size results in a density of 18.9 persons per square kilometer, indicating a spacious residential environment. The area's 9.4% rate of growth since the 2021 census outpaced the state average of 7.5% as well as Greater Adelaide, positioning the locality as a leader in regional growth.
The primary contributor to this growth was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 59.0% of the population increase, though positive contributions were also made by natural increase and overseas migration. AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, which use 2022 as their baseline. In cases where SA2 areas are excluded from this dataset, or for periods extending past 2032, projections from the SA State Government released in 2023 based on 2021 data are used, adjusting the figures via a weighted aggregation of population changes from the LGA to the SA2 level. Based on these anticipated demographic trends, the district is projected to experience population growth exceeding the national median, with an expected increase of 1,038 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent annual ERP data, which translates to a 13.0% expansion over the 16 years.
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240 new dwellings have been approved in Mount Barker Surrounds over the past five years, an average of 48 a year. That places the area in the 80th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 35 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 33, well below 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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An average of approximately 48 residential building approvals has been recorded annually in Mount Barker Surrounds, representing 240 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. In the current financial year of FY-26, there have been 31 approvals registered so far. Over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, the area has added an average of 3 new residents per dwelling, pointing to solid demand that is likely to bolster property values, with new residential projects averaging a construction cost of $254,000. Additionally, commercial development remains limited, with $4.0 million in commercial approvals recorded during the current financial year.
Building activity per capita in Mount Barker Surrounds is approximately 66% of the level observed in Greater Adelaide, though it ranks in the 75th percentile of all analyzed locations nationwide. Recent construction is comprised entirely of single-family detached homes, maintaining the low-density character of the area and appealing to buyers seeking spacious properties. The ratio of 162 people for each building approval is indicative of a developing locality. Projections indicate that Mount Barker Surrounds will add 973 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Under ongoing construction trends, the volume of new housing is projected to satisfy demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially enabling growth that surpasses current population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 58 current infrastructure and development projects close to Mount Barker Surrounds, worth an estimated $7.07 billion. 30 are already under construction and 34 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 updates, planning initiatives, and major projects represent significant drivers of regional development. AreaSearch has identified 29 projects expected to impact the local community, with notable examples including the Glenlea Mount Barker Estate, River Road Junction Improvements, the New Mount Barker Hospital, and the Adelaide Hills Rail Extension (Mount Barker) Planning Study, with the key relevant projects detailed below.
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Bluestone Mt Barker
A 130-hectare masterplanned residential estate in the Adelaide Hills, offering a balanced lifestyle with convenience and open spaces. Features include restored Parkindula Homestead as a community hub, future town centres, pedestrian linkages, public transport, cycling routes, 15 hectares of public reserves, exercise parks, playgrounds, walking and cycling trails, basketball and tennis courts, and barbeque areas. Adjacent to Mt Barker South Shopping Centre and close to schools, shops, cafes, wineries, and wetland trails.
Larkview Mount Barker
A 22.38-hectare masterplanned community by Jinding, featuring over 350 residential lots, parklands, and green spaces in Mount Barker's growth corridor, with an estimated value of $180 million.
Springlake Communities
Premium residential community development in Mount Barker featuring three estates (Springlake, Springbrook, Springvale) with award-winning urban design, lakes, natural watercourses, quality landscaping and streetscapes embodying the idyllic Adelaide Hills lifestyle.
New Mount Barker Hospital
The 365.8 million dollar New Mount Barker Hospital project is a major expansion of the existing District Soldiers Memorial Hospital. It will triple inpatient capacity from 34 to 102 beds. The project features a new 16,600 square metre clinical services building, a 12-bed mental health unit, expanded maternity, paediatric, chemotherapy, and renal dialysis services. Construction also includes a 654-space multi-deck car park and a central energy plant. The design emphasizes therapeutic gardens and natural light to support patient recovery.
River Road Junction Improvements
Safety upgrades to key road junctions including widening, resurfacing, drainage, lighting, line marking, and signage to improve access and connectivity for the local community.
Summit Sport and Recreation Park Stage 2A
Mount Barker District Council is delivering Stage 2A of the premier Summit Sport and Recreation Park on Springs Road in Mount Barker. The project expands the regional complex with new AFL/cricket ovals, soccer pitches, a multi-sport club pavilion, team change amenities, broadcast-standard LED sports lighting, and event parking. Civil earthworks and pavilion building construction are actively underway.
Mount Barker South Retail & Tavern Precinct
The Mount Barker South Retail & Tavern Precinct is a masterplanned neighbourhood commercial centre developed by Peet Limited as part of the Bluestone Mount Barker community on Wellington Road. The precinct includes a full-line supermarket, specialty retail tenancies, a childcare centre, medical suites, a family tavern with alfresco dining, and on-grade customer parking. Construction works are progressing on-site.
Glenlea Mount Barker Estate
Completed residential estate developed by Axiom Properties in joint venture with the Gilbert family, spanning 50 hectares and featuring approximately 600 residential lots, preserving 7 hectares of open space including century-old red gums and a natural watercourse, with underground power throughout.
4,253 residents of Mount Barker Surrounds are employed, from a labour force of 4,411. Unemployment sits at 3.6%, with participation at 72.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,942, about 80% 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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Mount Barker Surrounds features a highly capable workforce with a strong representation in key service industries, an unemployment rate of only 3.6%, and an estimated job growth rate of 4.9% over the prior year. In March 2026, the employed resident population reached 4,253, while the unemployment rate remained 0.2% below the 3.8% rate recorded in Greater Adelaide. The workforce participation rate is elevated at 72.3%, compared to 66.6% in Greater Adelaide. Data from the Census indicates that a moderate 14.3% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdowns.
The resident workforce is heavily represented in healthcare and social assistance, construction, and education and training. The local economy shows a distinct concentration in agriculture, forestry, and fishing, with employment levels in this sector reaching 6.1 times the regional average. Conversely, healthcare and social assistance is underrepresented locally, accounting for 14.7% of jobs compared to 17.7% across the region. The comparison between the number of local jobs and the size of the resident workforce suggests that local employment opportunities are limited. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch reveals that during the 12-month period, employment rose by 4.9% while the total labor force grew by 5.0%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Adelaide saw employment grow by 4.2% and the labor force expand by 4.0%, while its unemployment rate fell by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context on future demand trends in Mount Barker Surrounds. These five- and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying by sector. Applying these trends to the industry mix of Mount Barker Surrounds suggests local employment could grow by 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, using a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes that excludes local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Mount Barker Surrounds is $1,784 a week (about $93,000 a year), with median personal income at $820 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,659 a year against an average of $66,836. 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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Based on ATO postcode data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Mount Barker Surrounds SA2 recorded a median income of $53,659 and an average income of $66,836. These figures align closely with national benchmarks and compare to median and average incomes of $54,808 and $66,852 in Greater Adelaide. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, estimated current incomes would stand at approximately $59,116 for the median and $73,633 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and personal incomes in the area around the 52nd percentile nationally.
Income distribution statistics show that the largest bracket contains 37.3% of the local population (2,785 people) who earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the wider region where 31.8% of taxpayers fall into this bracket. Once housing expenses are paid, households retain 87.7% of their income, indicating healthy purchasing power, while the area is positioned in the 5th decile of the SEIFA index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mount Barker Surrounds had 2,464 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 0% apartments. 54% are owned with a mortgage, 10% rented and 36% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $305 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,522 a month. Rent absorbs 17.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing stock in Mount Barker Surrounds consisted of 99.3% standalone houses and 0.7% other housing formats such as semi-detached properties, apartments, or alternative structures, contrasting with the Adelaide metropolitan area where standalone houses comprised 75.2% and other configurations accounted for 24.9%. The home ownership rate in Mount Barker Surrounds was higher than the Adelaide metropolitan average, standing at 36.3%, while the remaining properties were either owned with a mortgage (53.6%) or rented (10.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,522 was lower than the Adelaide metropolitan average of $1,562, and the median weekly rent of $305 was also below the metropolitan benchmark of $320.
On a national level, mortgage payments in Mount Barker Surrounds are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mount Barker Surrounds counted 2,464 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,696 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 36% are couples with children, against 34% couples without children. 20% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 79.0%, consisting of couples with children at 35.5%, couples without children at 34.1%, and single-parent homes at 8.4%. Non-family households account for the remaining 21.0%, comprising single-person households at 19.8% and group living situations at 1.6%. The median household size of 2.6 residents exceeds the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.4% of adults in Mount Barker Surrounds hold a university qualification, including 15.5% with a bachelor degree and 3.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 30.2% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 352 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,007 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 profiles indicate room for improvement, as the university qualification rate of 22.4% is lower than the SA4 regional average of 42.2%, presenting a potential focus area for targeted educational strategies. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.8% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 41.6% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.4% and certificates at 30.2%. School enrollment is high, with 27.4% of the population participating in some form of structured education.
Within this group, primary school students make up 11.5%, secondary school students comprise 7.6%, and tertiary students account for 3.5%.
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Getting around Mount Barker 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 transport services in Mount Barker Surrounds are provided by 8 active stops, which accommodate a selection of bus services. These stops are served by 3 separate routes that run a combined total of 45 weekly passenger services. Accessibility rankings are low, with residents living an average of 4,147 meters from their nearest public transit point. The area is primarily residential, resulting in high levels of outward commuting, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode for 93% of workers. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 2.1 cars per household, which is higher than the regional average.
In the 2021 Census, 14.3% of the workforce worked from home, a figure that may reflect pandemic conditions. Service frequency across the transit network averages 6 trips per day, which equates to roughly 5 weekly services for each individual stop.
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68.6% of residents in Mount Barker Surrounds report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 76% of areas nationally. 3.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.8 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators in Mount Barker Surrounds are positive, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and chronic disease rates indicating a low incidence of typical medical issues across all demographic cohorts. Meanwhile, the rate of private health insurance coverage is slightly below the SA2 average, representing approximately 52% of the local population, or roughly 3,890 individuals. The most prevalent health issues identified among local residents were mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 8.9% and 8.3% of the population, respectively. Conversely, 68.6% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
Health statistics for working-age residents are typical. Residents aged 65 and older account for 20.1% of the population (1,501 people), and health outcomes within this senior cohort are favorable, with national standings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Mount Barker Surrounds is largely Australian-born, at 87.1% of residents, with 2.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.9%) and Australian (31.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The level of cultural diversity in Mount Barker Surrounds is lower than the national average, with 87.1% of residents born in Australia, 92.1% holding citizenship, and 97.4% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 35.6% of the population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the population, matching the 0.1% rate recorded across Greater Adelaide. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Mount Barker Surrounds are English at 34.9% (exceeding the regional average of 27.8%), Australian at 31.5% (exceeding the regional average of 22.8%), and Scottish at 8.0%.
Other distinct differences from regional averages include German ancestry at 7.6% (compared to 5.1% regionally), Welsh at 0.8% (compared to 0.6% regionally), and Dutch at 1.9% (compared to 1.2% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mount Barker Surrounds is 43. 19.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Mount Barker Surrounds is 43, which is older than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and the Australian average of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide, the local population has a higher share of residents aged 55 to 64 (15.7%) but a smaller share aged 25 to 34 (8.9%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has increased from 4.2% to 6.2%, and the 35 to 44 cohort has expanded from 12.2% to 13.4%. Over the same period, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 15.3% to 13.3%, and the 25 to 34 age bracket declined from 10.2% to 8.9%.
Looking toward 2041, demographic forecasts project major shifts in the local age profile, led by a 50% expansion in the 75 to 84 cohort, which is expected to rise from 465 to 700 individuals. Residents aged 65 and over are projected to contribute 53% of the total population growth, pointing to an aging demographic, while the cohort aged 0 to 4 is expected to contract by 8 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mount Barker Surrounds
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
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 101 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,825 at the 2021 Census → 7,467 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 (401021008). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.