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Murray Bridge has an estimated 20,299 residents, up from 18,243 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,056 people, or 11.3%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years, faster than 75% of areas nationally. 673 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 76.8% of that increase. That puts 208 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 findings from AreaSearch, the population of Murray Bridge stands at approximately 20,299 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 2,056 residents (11.3%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 18,243 individuals. This trend is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 19,938 in June 2025 alongside 673 validated new addresses identified after the Census. Such population numbers translate to a density of 208 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per inhabitant and opportunities for future expansion. The 11.3% rate of growth in Murray Bridge since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region (5.9%) and the Rest of SA, establishing it as a frontrunner for growth locally.
The upward trend was mostly propelled by arrival of overseas migrants, who accounted for about 76.8% of the total population increases in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Moving forward with demographic trends, a significant population increase in the top quartile of Australian non-metropolitan areas is forecast, with the area expected to expand by 4,717 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting an increase of 21.5% in total over the 16 years.
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674 new dwellings have been approved in Murray Bridge over the past five years, an average of 134 a year. That places the area in the 83rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 112 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 93% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 246, 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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Dwelling approvals in Murray Bridge have run at an annual average of 134, accumulating to 674 new homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there are 226 registered approvals. With a ratio of 1.7 additional residents per built dwelling annually over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, the local building sector displays equilibrium between incoming supply and demand, fostering stable market conditions, with new homes averaging a development cost of $265,000. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $361.8 million during the current financial year, pointing to high momentum in commercial development locally.
Compared with the Rest of SA, the rate of development in Murray Bridge is moderately elevated, sitting 21.0% higher than the regional per capita benchmark over the 5 year timeframe, which helps give purchasers options while maintaining existing real estate values. The mix of construction projects consists of 93.0% detached houses and 7.0% attached homes, preserving a low-density suburban profile and focusing on single-family properties that appeal to buyers wanting space. Recording roughly 152 people for every home approval, Murray Bridge exhibits indicators typical of expanding areas. Looking ahead, the population of Murray Bridge is projected to rise by 4,356 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures. While home building is keeping pace with these demographic forecasts, incoming buyers could face tighter competition as the local population increases.
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AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Murray Bridge, worth an estimated $177 million. A further 47 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $23.1 billion. 26 are already under construction and 21 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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An area's growth and economic performance are heavily shaped by local planning policies, infrastructure upgrades, and major works. AreaSearch has identified 12 active projects that are anticipated to affect the local area. Prominent developments include the Sturt Reserve Master Plan, Murray Bridge Residential Growth Areas, Pathways Estate, Murray Bridge, and the Murray Bridge South Primary School Infrastructure Upgrade, with the most relevant ones detailed in the list below.
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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.
Pathways Estate, Murray Bridge
Pathways Estate is a small residential land subdivision on Melaleuca Way in Murray Bridge, developed by AVJennings. The estate offers allotments ranging from around 415sqm to 1181sqm, connecting more than 10 hectares of green open space and wetlands with boardwalks and bikeways. Blocks are connected to water, sewer, power, gas and NBN. The estate is now sold out, with all released allotments settled or under contract. Located close to Murray Bridge High School, Unity College and Fraser Park Primary School, and around 68km east of the Adelaide CBD.
Murray Bridge Soldiers Memorial Hospital Emergency Department Redevelopment
A comprehensive 5-stage redevelopment of the Murray Bridge Soldiers Memorial Hospital. The project delivered a state-of-the-art Emergency Department featuring two resuscitation bays, seven treatment and paediatric bays, specialized procedure and consulting rooms, triage areas, and quiet rooms. Significant infrastructure upgrades were also made to the Central Sterile Supply Department (CSSD), operating theatres, medical imaging, and administration wings, complemented by new drive-through ambulance access and a community plaza acknowledging traditional owners.
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.
Murray Bridge High School Major Upgrade
Capital works program delivering a new two storey middle school and special education building, a new technical studies building, refurbished entrepreneurial and art spaces, landscaping upgrades and removal/relocation of older transportables to modernise the campus and support growing enrolments.
Murray Bridge South Primary School Infrastructure Upgrade
$1.1 million Schools Upgrade Fund project at Murray Bridge South Primary School, delivering upgrades to the school's toilet block and new shade coverings over all three of its playground structures. The funding was announced in 2024 as part of a $17 million round of the Australian Government's Schools Upgrade Fund, which supported 18 South Australian public schools with the greatest need, and was the only Murraylands school to receive funding in that round. The works align with SunSmart policy and provide safer, all-weather outdoor learning spaces for students.
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.
8,550 residents of Murray Bridge are employed, from a labour force of 9,115. Unemployment sits at 6.2%, with participation at 54.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. 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 economy in Murray Bridge features a balanced distribution of blue-collar and white-collar roles, with a significant presence of industrial and manufacturing activities, an unemployment rate of 6.2%, and an estimated annual job growth rate of 2.7%. There were 8,550 working residents in March 2026, with unemployment running 0.7% higher than the 5.5% average for Regional SA, and the participation rate tracking below average at 54.2% compared to 58.4% in Regional SA. Census files show that only 5.1% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been affected by pandemic lockdown measures.
The primary employment fields for the local workforce are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. The industrial sector is exceptionally prominent, with manufacturing jobs accounting for 1.3 times the average seen across the region. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is less common, making up 8.4% of local jobs compared to the regional average of 14.5%. Comparing the count of local jobs during the Census to the resident workforce suggests the local area offers a constrained volume of local employment opportunities. An examination of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch indicates that during the 12 months ending March 2026, the count of employed residents rose by 2.7% while the overall labor force grew by 4.2%, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 1.4 percentage points. By comparison, Regional SA experienced a 1.2% rise in employment, a 2.6% increase in the labor force, and a matching 1.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional perspective on potential employment demands in Murray Bridge. These five and ten-year forecasts have been correlated with the local industry profile to estimate future trends. Across the nation, total employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, although performance varies by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the current employment structure of Murray Bridge indicates that local jobs could grow by 5.6% over five years and 12.3% over ten years, though this is a simple weighted projection for illustration and does not adjust for specific local population growth trends.
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Median household income in Murray Bridge is $1,077 a week (about $56,000 a year), with median personal income at $596 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,070 a year against an average of $51,630. 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 aggregated ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, personal incomes in the Murray Bridge SA2 fall below the national benchmark. Taxpayers in the Murray Bridge SA2 recorded a median income of $46,070 and an average income of $51,630, compared to regional averages of $48,920 and $58,933 respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be approximately $50,755 for the median and $56,881 for the average as of March 2026. Based on Census data, the household, family, and individual incomes of Murray Bridge place it between the 6th and 11th percentiles nationwide.
The largest group of local earners, representing 29.5% of residents (5,988 people), falls into the $800 - 1,499 range, contrasting with metropolitan areas where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is largest at 27.5%. Affordability is highly constrained, with only 84.5% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 8th percentile.
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Murray Bridge had 7,177 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 88% detached houses and 1% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 37% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $240 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,100 a month. Rent absorbs 22.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Data from the most recent Census shows that housing types in Murray Bridge consisted of 87.6% stand-alone houses and 12.4% alternative formats such as semi-detached homes, apartments, or other structures, which is comparable to the Regional SA distribution of 88.5% houses and 11.5% other options. The rate of home ownership in Murray Bridge was 32.3%, lower than the Regional SA rate, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (30.9%) or renting (36.8%). The median mortgage repayment was $1,100 monthly, below the Regional SA average of $1,153, while the median weekly rent was $240, compared to the regional figure of $220.
Compared to national benchmarks, mortgage holders in Murray Bridge pay much less than the Australian average of $1,863, and renters pay considerably less than the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Murray Bridge counted 7,177 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,986 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 80% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 64.2% of all households in the area, consisting of couples with children at 22.1%, couples without children at 28.0%, and single parent households at 13.0%. Non-family households account for the remaining 35.8%, with single-person households at 32.6% and group living situations at 3.1%. The median household size of 2.3 people matches the average for Regional SA.
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10.2% of adults in Murray Bridge hold a university qualification, including 7.3% with a bachelor degree and 1.5% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 95% of areas nationally. A further 30.0% hold a vocational qualification. 8 schools serve the area, with 3,496 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 918 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 locality displays low levels of academic attainment, with university completion rates at 10.2%, far below the national average of 30.4%. This gap highlights both an educational deficit and a target for future study programs. Among degree holders, Bachelor degrees are most common at 7.3%, followed by postgraduate studies at 1.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.4%. Vocational and technical qualifications are widespread, with 37.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a trade qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (7.4%) and certificates (30.0%). Enrolment rates in education are high, with 28.0% of the population participating in formal study.
Within this group, 12.0% are in primary school, 7.6% are in high school, and 2.4% are enrolled in higher education.
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Getting around Murray Bridge means driving: households keep an average of 1.4 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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An analysis of public transit options shows 2 active transit stops in Murray Bridge. These stops are served by 3 separate routes, which provide a combined total of 27 passenger trips per week. Transit accessibility is classified as low, with the average resident living 2027 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential character of the area, most workers commute out of the district, and private vehicles are the primary mode of travel at 94%. Households own an average of 1.4 cars. A low 5.1% of the workforce worked from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Transit services run at an average of 3 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 13 weekly departures per stop.
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60.4% of residents in Murray Bridge report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 85% of areas nationally. 9.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.3 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 statistics point to considerable difficulties in Murray Bridge, as shown by AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and the frequency of chronic illnesses across both younger and older cohorts, alongside an exceptionally low rate of private health insurance, which covers about 46% of the population (~9,357 people). This is lower than the 48.9% rate in Regional SA and the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues reported locally are arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 10.5% and 10.1% of the population respectively, while 60.4% of residents reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 62.5% in Regional SA.
Working-age residents experience elevated rates of chronic illness. The area has 24.2% of its population aged 65 and over (4,910 people), which is lower than the 27.1% average in Regional SA. Health outcomes for older residents are somewhat challenging, with national percentiles tracking in line with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Murray Bridge is largely Australian-born, at 85.6% of residents, with 9.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.2%) and Australian (29.1%). 4.2% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Murray Bridge displays lower levels of cultural variation than average, with citizens making up 86.1% of the population, 85.6% of residents born in Australia, and 90.1% using only English at home. Christianity is the main religious affiliation, held by 44.1% of residents. The most distinct variance from regional norms is in Judaism, which represents 0.1% of the population compared to 0.0% across Regional SA. Regarding family backgrounds and parental birthplaces, the largest ancestry groups in Murray Bridge are English at 31.2%, Australian at 29.1%, and German at 9.9%. Certain ethnic heritages show notable differences compared to regional averages: Filipino residents account for 2.3% of the community (compared to 0.7% regionally), Australian Aboriginal people make up 4.2% (compared to 3.3%), and Maori residents account for 0.4% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Murray Bridge is 42. 25.3% 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 42 in Murray Bridge makes the population notably younger than the Regional SA average of 47, though it remains older than the national median of 38. Young adults aged 25 - 34 are well represented at 14.2% compared to Regional SA, while the 65 - 74 age bracket is less common at 12.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 grew from 12.7% to 14.2%, while the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 12.0% to 10.2%. Demographics are projected to shift by 2041, led by a 44% increase in the 75 to 84 age group, which will rise from 1,776 to 2,557 people, while the 15 to 24 group is expected to grow by a modest 6% (135 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Murray Bridge
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, 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 673 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (18,243 at the 2021 Census → 20,299 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 (407031165). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.