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Murray Bridge Surrounds has an estimated 4,038 residents, up from 3,732 at the 2021 Census — a change of 306 people, or 8.2%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years. 111 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 56.4% of that increase. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on AreaSearch's analysis, the population of Murray Bridge Surrounds is approximately 4,038 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 306 people (8.2%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 3,732 people. The update is calculated from the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population of 3,993 combined with 111 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level yields a density of 2.1 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density. The 8.2% growth rate since the 2021 census surpassed the SA3 area (5.9%) and the Rest of SA, positioning the community as a regional growth leader.
Population growth was mostly propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 56.4% of total population increases recently, though natural growth and overseas migration also contributed positively. AreaSearch utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For SA2 areas without this coverage, and for years after 2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category, published in 2023 and utilizing 2021 data, are applied with adjustments using a weighted aggregation method of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking forward, the area is projected to experience population growth above the median of national non-metropolitan areas, expanding by 653 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, which is a gain of 15.1% over the 16 years.
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128 new dwellings have been approved in Murray Bridge Surrounds over the past five years, an average of 25 a year. That places the area in the 51st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 21 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 95% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 24, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Murray Bridge Surrounds averaged approximately 25 residential property approvals annually, with 128 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 22 so far in FY-26. The area averages 1.3 people moving in per year for each home built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), indicating a balanced market with stable supply and demand, with new properties built at an average value of $280,000. Additionally, $73.9 million in commercial approvals registered this financial year indicate strong commercial development momentum. Compared to Rest of SA, Murray Bridge Surrounds has slightly more development activity (14.0% above regional average per person over the 5 year period), which supports existing property values while providing buyer choice.
New construction consists of 95.0% detached houses and 5.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the low density character of the area and attracting space-seeking buyers. With approximately 171 people per dwelling approval, Murray Bridge Surrounds displays characteristics typical of a growth area. Looking forward, Murray Bridge Surrounds is projected to add 608 residents by 2041 (starting from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development trends, new housing supply is expected to meet demand, supporting buyers and potentially allowing population growth to exceed current projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Murray Bridge Surrounds, worth an estimated $15 billion. A further 53 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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Changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives significantly influence regional performance. AreaSearch identified 15 projects likely to impact the area. Key initiatives include the Sturt Reserve Master Plan, Murray Bridge Residential Growth Areas, Murray Bridge Soldiers Memorial Hospital Emergency Department Redevelopment, and the Old Murray Bridge Refurbishment Project, with the list below highlighting those of greatest relevance.
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Gifford Hill
Gifford Hill is South Australia's largest masterplanned community, planned across 1,860 hectares at Murray Bridge. The precinct is intended to become a second city for South Australia, with about 17,100 dwellings for more than 44,000 residents over a 30 to 40 year buildout. Key elements include a major town centre, mixed-use high street, six neighbourhood activity centres, seven schools, a sports and entertainment precinct around the Murray Bridge Racing Club, digital infrastructure, and about 21 percent of the precinct dedicated to active and passive open space.The official project site states commencement in Q4 2025, while a related Gifford Hill North-East Code Amendment is progressing through PlanSA.
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.
Murray Bridge Racing Club at Gifford Hill
State-of-the-art racecourse facility at Gifford Hill, now known as Thomas Farms Racecourse Murray Bridge, featuring a main grass track, two inner training tracks, underground tunnel access, a $20 million function centre (Bridges Event Centre), and luxury hospitality venues. Opened in 2019, it hosts premier events like the Carlton Draught Murray Bridge Gold Cup and offers family-friendly activities, gourmet experiences, and event hosting capabilities. Joint venture between Burke Urban Gifford Hill Pty Ltd, Murray Bridge Racing Club, and Thoroughbred Racing SA.
Murray Bridge North School Major Upgrades
$5.48 million upgrade delivering refurbished learning spaces and amenities, two covered outdoor learning areas with connected courtyards, improved entrance at Railway Terrace, landscaping, and removal of ageing infrastructure.
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.
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.
Regional North-South Freight Route Upgrade
$12 million upgrade of the freight route between Sedan and Murray Bridge, including 39km of shoulder sealing, bridge widening and strengthening at three locations (Reedy Creek Bridge, Marne River Bridge, Saunders Creek Bridge), barrier upgrades at additional sites, improved road safety, and enhanced heavy vehicle access for agricultural and industrial transport.
2,179 residents of Murray Bridge Surrounds are employed, from a labour force of 2,242. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 66.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.2% 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 workforce in Murray Bridge Surrounds includes a mix of white and blue collar jobs across diverse sectors, featuring a low unemployment rate of 2.8% and an estimated employment growth of 3.6% over the past year. In March 2026, 2,179 residents were employed, and the local unemployment rate was 2.6% below Regional SA's rate of 5.5%, while workforce participation stood high at 66.0% compared to Regional SA's 58.4%. Census records show a moderate 15.1% of residents worked from home, although Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be taken into account. Resident employment is concentrated in agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and construction.
The area displays a strong specialization in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional level. Health care & social assistance has a smaller presence, accounting for 11.7% of local employment compared to 13.9% regionally. While local jobs exist, comparison of Census working population to local population indicates many residents commute to other areas for work. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, the 12-month period saw employment rise by 3.6% and the labour force grow by 4.0%, leading to a 0.4 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Regional SA experienced employment growth of 1.2%, labour force expansion of 2.6%, and an unemployment rise of 1.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer additional context on future demand in Murray Bridge Surrounds. These five and ten-year projections are mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by sector. Applying these sector projections to the employment mix in Murray Bridge Surrounds suggests local employment could increase by 5.2% over five years and 11.5% over ten years (this represents a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Murray Bridge Surrounds is $1,294 a week (about $67,000 a year), with median personal income at $642 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,327 a year against an average of $52,916. 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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AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 indicates that income in the Murray Bridge Surrounds SA2 is below the national average, with a median of $45,327 and an average of $52,916. This compares to Regional SA's median income of $48,920 and average income of $58,933. Accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $49,937 (median) and $58,298 (average) as of March 2026. Census data indicates household, family and personal incomes in Murray Bridge Surrounds all rank between the 18th and 19th percentiles nationally.
The $1,500 - 2,999 earnings band accounts for 31.3% of the community (1,263 individuals), similar to the metropolitan region where this group makes up 27.5%. Although housing costs are modest, leaving 88.7% of income retained, total disposable income ranks at the 26th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Murray Bridge Surrounds had 1,396 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 0% apartments. 42% are owned with a mortgage, 13% rented and 45% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $200 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,250 a month. Rent absorbs 15.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling structure in Murray Bridge Surrounds at the latest Census consisted of 97.5% houses and 2.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Regional SA's 88.5% houses and 11.5% other dwellings. The level of home ownership in Murray Bridge Surrounds was higher than in Regional SA at 44.9%, with the remaining dwellings being mortgaged (41.7%) or rented (13.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment of $1,250 was higher than the Regional SA average of $1,153, while the median weekly rent of $200 was below Regional SA's $220. Nationally, Murray Bridge Surrounds's mortgage repayments are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are significantly below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Murray Bridge Surrounds counted 1,396 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,510 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 34% couples without children. 24% 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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Family households represent the majority at 73.4% of all households, consisting of 29.0% couples with children, 34.1% couples without children, and 9.4% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 26.6%, with lone person households at 24.4% and group households at 2.1% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is larger than the Regional SA average of 2.3.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
11.8% of adults in Murray Bridge Surrounds hold a university qualification, including 8.4% with a bachelor degree and 1.6% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 86% of areas nationally. A further 33.7% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 232 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 963 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 region has lower levels of university qualifications, with 11.8% of residents holding a degree compared to the Australian average of 30.4%. This highlights a need for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.4%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.8%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.6%). Vocational and technical skills are prominent, with 42.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, comprising advanced diplomas (8.3%) and certificates (33.7%). A significant 24.9% of the population is enrolled in formal education. This group includes 11.5% in primary school, 7.7% in secondary school, and 1.8% in tertiary studies.
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Getting around Murray Bridge Surrounds means driving: households keep an average of 2.1 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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66.0% of residents in Murray Bridge Surrounds report no long-term health condition. 5.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 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 metrics suggest positive outcomes for residents of Murray Bridge Surrounds, with AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and health conditions showing results similar to national benchmarks, showing standard levels of common health conditions across young and old age groups, while the rate of private health cover is low at approximately 46% of the population (~1,869 people). This is lower than the 48.9% in Regional SA and the national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health issues are the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 9.7 and 8.4% of residents, respectively, while 66.0% reported no medical ailments compared to 62.5% in Regional SA.
Working-age residents show a higher than average prevalence of chronic health conditions. Residents aged 65 and over make up 23.9% of the population (967 people), which is lower than the 27.1% in Regional SA. Health outcomes among seniors are strong, ranking higher than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Murray Bridge Surrounds is largely Australian-born, at 91.1% of residents, with 3.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.2%) and Australian (32.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Murray Bridge Surrounds has below-average cultural diversity, with citizens making up 91.6% of the population, 91.1% born in Australia, and 96.7% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the main religion, representing 41.8% of the community. The most notable overrepresentation is in the Other category, which accounts for 0.6% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional SA. In terms of ancestry (parents' country of birth), the top three groups in Murray Bridge Surrounds are English at 33.2%, Australian at 32.1%, and German at 10.6%. There are notable differences in other ethnic groups, with Welsh overrepresented at 0.6% (vs 0.5% regionally), Australian Aboriginal at 2.3% (vs 3.3%), and Dutch at 1.2% (vs 1.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Murray Bridge Surrounds is 47, older than 84% of areas nationally. 20.7% 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 Murray Bridge Surrounds is 47 years, matching the Regional SA average of 47 and older than the national median of 38. Compared to Regional SA, the 55 - 64 age group is over-represented (18.2% locally), while individuals aged 85+ are under-represented (1.3%). The concentration of residents aged 55 - 64 is higher than the national average of 11.2%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 75 to 84 cohort grew from 5.7% to 7.7% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group increased from 10.4% to 12.2%.
In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 14.7% to 11.7% and the 25 to 34 group declined from 9.9% to 8.4%. By 2041, the area is expected to experience shifts in its age structure, with the 75 to 84 group growing by 48% (148 people) to reach 461 from 312. This aging trend is evident as residents aged 65+ account for 55% of projected growth, while the 55 to 64 group is expected to decrease by 5 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Murray Bridge 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
| 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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 4 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 — 111 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,732 at the 2021 Census → 4,038 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 (407031166). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.