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Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park has an estimated 6,923 residents, up from 6,499 at the 2021 Census — a change of 424 people, or 6.5%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 73.4% of that increase. That puts 2,130 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 AreaSearch's evaluation, the population of Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park stands at approximately 6,923 in May 2026. This represents a gain of 424 residents (6.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,499 individuals. The calculation relies on the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population of 6,898 combined with 81 validated new addresses identified after the Census. This population level yields a density of 2,130 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure for national areas analyzed by AreaSearch. Throughout the past ten years, Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park experienced stable expansion with a 1.4% compound annual growth rate, which was faster than the wider SA4 region.
Overseas migration was the primary driver of this demographic expansion, accounting for roughly 73.4% of total population increases recently, though natural increase and interstate migration also registered positive contributions. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia, issued in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for individual SA2 localities. For SA2 territories excluded from this dataset, as well as all projections extending past 2032, figures from the SA State Government's 2023 Regional/LGA age-group forecasts (utilizing 2021 data) are applied, modified via a weighted aggregation method of population increases from LGA to SA2 levels. Based on these expected demographic transformations, the locality is projected to experience population expansion exceeding the national median, gaining 1,152 individuals by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, which translates to a total increase of 16.3% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
184 new dwellings have been approved in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park over the past five years, an average of 36 a year. That places the area in the 66th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 28 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 64% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 43, 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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Around 36 annual dwelling approvals have been averaged in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park, representing 184 residential approvals across the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 40 during the current FY-26. The area recorded an average of 2.2 new occupants gained for each finished dwelling over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), pointing to solid demand that is likely to bolster property values, while new dwellings carry an average construction value of $216,000—below regional benchmarks—signaling more accessible options for buyers. Furthermore, commercial development approvals valued at $5.1 million have been registered in the current financial year, highlighting the residential focus of the locality.
Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park registers roughly 65% of the per capita construction volume of Greater Adelaide, though it ranks in the 71st percentile of localities evaluated nationwide. Recent residential projects consist of 64.0% detached houses and 36.0% townhouses or apartments, with the expanding proportion of multi-unit designs providing choices at various price points, spanning from family residences to affordable compact options. The area has a ratio of approximately 183 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market. Looking forward, Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park is projected to add 1,127 residents by 2041 (calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Building activity is progressing at a reasonable pace to meet this expected expansion, though home buyers may experience heightened competition as the local population increases.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park, worth an estimated $11 million. A further 46 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $3.37 billion. 13 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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, major construction projects, and zoning plans have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 21 projects expected to influence this locality. Primary developments include the Grange Healthcare Precinct, the Findon Road Upgrade, the Woodville Rd Estate, and the West Lakes Tennis Club Redevelopment, with the details of the most relevant initiatives provided below.
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St. James, Kidman Park
An 11 hectare masterplanned residential community by Fairland on the former Metcash distribution centre site. The project will deliver more than 430 homes including detached houses, terraces and apartments, together with 1.6 hectares of open space connected to the River Torrens Linear Park. Construction of homes is well underway, new housing releases continue through 2026, and a separate 8000 sqm mixed-use lifestyle precinct with retail, childcare, apartments and commercial space is also under construction.
Grange Healthcare Precinct
Proposed SA Health healthcare precinct in the Grange Findon corridor in western Adelaide, expanding aged care, community mental health and primary health services for older residents and the local community. The project remains in the proposal and planning phase with an indicative completion target around 2027.
Spad Street Reserve
New neighbourhood reserve delivered by the City of Charles Sturt at the corner of Spad Street and Farman Avenue. Key features include a fenced inclusive playground with a communications board, shaded seating, open lawn space and a drinking fountain with dog bowl. The reserve addresses the local need for accessible open space and was officially opened in 2024.
Woodville Road Streetscape Upgrade
An $8.4 million streetscape transformation enhancing Woodville Road between Port Road and the railway line. The project features tree-lined central medians, underground powerlines, public art including indigenous artwork, improved pedestrian crossings, sheltered right-turn lanes, smart technology integration, and green spaces. Completed with official opening in February 2024, the upgrade respects the area's heritage while creating an accessible, vibrant urban corridor.
Novo West Lakes Stage 2
Novo West Lakes is a master-planned community situated on the former SA Water wastewater treatment site. Developed by Potentia, the project delivers up to 500 residential properties including townhouses, houses, and land lots, alongside around 3 hectares of public open spaces and a proposed retail precinct on Frederick Road. Earthworks and civil works for Stage 2 (Parkside) are underway, and the overall completion is estimated for mid-2027.
West Lakes Sports Complex Upgrade
Major upgrade to West Lakes Sports Complex including new playing fields, clubhouse facilities, and spectator amenities.
Charles Sturt Playground Renewal Program
Comprehensive playground renewal program across Charles Sturt Council area. Multi-year initiative upgrading playground equipment, improving accessibility, and enhancing safety standards. Includes community consultation, inclusive design principles, and environmental sustainability features at multiple reserve locations.
St Clair Oval 2 Community Facility
A new community facility is planned for St Clair Oval 2 within the St Clair Recreation Precinct, funded by a 2022 State Government election pledge of $1.5 million. Following extensive community consultation in 2024 and a precinct-wide planning process in 2025, revised concept plans were approved by City of Charles Sturt Council on 10 November 2025. The facility will serve Woodville High School, Adelaide Vipers Football Club, Woodville District Cricket Club and North West Junior Soccer Association, and will include flexible community space, dining and bar facilities.Construction funding has not yet been secured; a budget proposal is planned for the 2026/27 Annual Business Plan alongside external funding applications. A separate car park extension to the St Clair Recreation Centre is expected to commence April to June 2026.
3,895 residents of Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park are employed, from a labour force of 4,044. Unemployment sits at 3.7%, with participation at 69.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% 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 Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park is characterized by skilled labor and strong representation in essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of just 3.7% and a 7.1% increase in estimated employment over the previous year. As of March 2026, employed residents number 3,895, while the local unemployment rate sits 0.1% below the 3.8% recorded for Greater Adelaide, and labor participation aligns closely with regional standards (69.5% relative to 66.6% in Greater Adelaide). Census records show a low 8.0% of local workers operated from home, though the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The community displays a pronounced concentration of workers in construction, employing staff at 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 4.3% of the local workforce, which is below the 7.3% average for Greater Adelaide. Although local jobs are present in the district, the ratio of Census working population to local residents suggests a significant portion of the workforce travels to other areas for employment. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, employment rose by 7.1% over the 12-month period while the labor force expanded by 6.0%, leading to a 1.0 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Adelaide experienced a 4.2% rise in employment, a 4.0% expansion in the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point drop in unemployment. Future demand in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park can be further understood through Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with local employment profiles to project growth. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but these rates vary widely by sector. Applying these industry projections to the specific employment structure of Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park suggests local employment will rise by 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not account for local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park is $1,427 a week (about $74,000 a year), with median personal income at $738 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,578 a year against an average of $62,438. 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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Taxpayer statistics at the postcode level, compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, show a median income of $56,578 and an average of $62,438 in the Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park SA2. These figures are below national averages, in contrast to the Greater Adelaide median of $54,808 and average of $66,852. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, updated estimates point to approximately $62,332 (median) and $68,788 (average) as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park rank modestly, falling between the 30th and 36th percentiles.
The data indicates that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the most common, containing 33.7% of residents (2,333 people), which resembles regional patterns where 31.8% fall into this range. Financial pressure from housing is high, leaving only 82.7% of income remaining, placing the area in the 28th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park had 2,667 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 78% detached houses and 3% apartments. 40% are owned with a mortgage, 32% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $314 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,600 a month. Rent absorbs 22.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park at the time of the latest Census consisted of 78.3% houses and 21.6% other housing types (semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other housing types across metropolitan Adelaide. Home ownership rates in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park stood at 28.3%, trailing the metropolitan average, while the remaining homes were mortgaged (40.2%) or rented (31.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,600 was higher than the Adelaide metropolitan average, whereas the median weekly rent was $314, compared to metropolitan averages of $1,562 and $320 respectively.
On a national level, mortgage payments in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park are notably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are considerably lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park counted 2,667 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,841 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 31% 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 represent the majority of households at 65.6%, which consists of couples with children (27.2%), couples without children (22.8%), and single parent households (14.3%). Non-family households account for the remaining 34.4%, made up of lone person households (31.3%) and group households (3.0%). The median household size is 2.3 individuals, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
19.6% of adults in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park hold a university qualification, including 13.9% with a bachelor degree and 3.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 25.7% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 521 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,012 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 presents educational hurdles, with university graduation rates (19.6%) falling well short of the national average of 30.4%. This represents a challenge as well as a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 13.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 35.2% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these areas, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.5%) and certificates (25.7%). A significant portion of the population is enrolled in formal studies, representing 24.8% of residents.
This group includes 8.1% attending primary schools, 5.7% in secondary schools, and 5.0% enrolled in tertiary education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park reaches 38 stops on 16 routes, timetabled for about 1,100 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 1.3 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 transit options indicates 38 active public transport stops within Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park, containing a combination of train and bus links. These stops accommodate 16 different routes, supporting 1,077 passenger journeys each week. Access to transit is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 166 meters from the nearest stop. Because of the residential nature of the locality, most commuters travel out of the area, and private vehicles remain the primary choice for 89% of journeys. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.3 per household.
A low 8.0% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. An average of 153 daily passenger trips are scheduled across all transit routes, which translates to roughly 28 weekly journeys per individual stop.
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66.0% of residents in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 88% of areas nationally. 8.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.8 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality patterns and the presence of chronic illnesses, health indicators highlight key challenges in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park, with common medical issues notable among both youth and senior groups, and private health insurance registration relatively low at approximately 50% of the population (~3,489 people). This compares to a rate of 52.7% in Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health difficulties and arthritis represent the most prevalent medical issues, affecting 9.2% and 8.6% of the population respectively, while 66.0% of residents reported having no medical conditions, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
Residents of working age exhibit higher than average rates of chronic health issues. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 15.8% of the local population (1,091 people), which is lower than the 19.2% average in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes for older residents present some difficulties, with national performance metrics generally mirroring those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
25.9% of Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park residents were born overseas and 26.6% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (22.8%) and Australian (21.3%). 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 Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park is higher than in most local markets, with 25.9% of the population born outside Australia and 26.6% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 51.2% of the local population. However, the most notable overrepresentation is found in the Other category, which accounts for 1.7% of the population, compared to 1.8% in Greater Adelaide. Regarding family heritage based on parental country of birth, the three most common backgrounds in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park are English at 22.8% of the population (noticeably lower than the regional average of 27.8%), Australian at 21.3%, and Other at 9.7%.
Significant differences are present for other backgrounds: Serbian heritage is highly overrepresented at 3.7% of Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park (compared to 0.4% regionally), Polish at 2.3% (compared to 1.0%), and Croatian at 1.7% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park is 37. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 30.3% 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 37 years in Royal Park - Hendon - Albert Park is slightly lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 39, and very close to the national average of 38 years. Relative to Greater Adelaide, the 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented at 18.8% locally, while residents aged 75 - 84 are underrepresented at 4.6%. Post-2021 Census statistics indicate the 25 to 34 group increased from 16.9% to 18.8% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort grew from 13.9% to 15.1%. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 group decreased from 12.4% to 10.6%.
Population projections for 2041 suggest major demographic shifts, with the 25 to 34 age group leading the changes by expanding 16% (214 people) to reach 1,517 from 1,302.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Royal Park - Hendon - Albert 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 | Oct 2025 10 months ago all 3 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 Oct 2025. | ||
| 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 — 81 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,499 at the 2021 Census → 6,923 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 (404011094). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.