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Aitkenvale has an estimated 4,852 residents, up from 4,797 at the 2021 Census — a change of 55 people, or 1.1%. That puts 1,466 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 census-derived adjustments and AreaSearch updates on new local properties, the suburb of Aitkenvale has a population projected to be 4,852 in May 2026. This indicates a growth of 55 people (1.1%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 4,797 people. The estimate builds on a resident count of 4,848 obtained from the June 2025 ABS ERP release, supplemented by 15 validated new addresses added since the census. The suburb's density stands at 1,465 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical benchmark of evaluated domestic locations. Inward migration from overseas was the primary demographic driver, accounting for roughly 80.0% of recent population increases.
Projections utilize ABS and Geoscience Australia data published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, transitioning to Queensland Government SA2 projections from 2023 (utilizing 2021 data) for missing sectors or periods beyond 2032. Where age breakdowns are missing in state data, growth weights are distributed using the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region cohort projections based on 2022 figures. Based on these projections, the suburb of Aitkenvale is expected to experience a demographic contraction, with the resident count declining by 287 persons by 2041. Conversely, expansion is forecast for particular cohorts, led by residents aged 25 to 34, who are expected to increase by 105 people. Age-specific details are available in the relevant section.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
48 new dwellings have been approved in Aitkenvale over the past five years, an average of 9 a year. That is 2.0 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 2, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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ABS building data indicates that the suburb of Aitkenvale averages approximately 9 residential approvals annually, accumulating 48 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 2 building consents have been issued. Given recent population declines, construction levels have been relatively supportive for prospective purchasers, with new dwellings carrying an average build cost of $416,000. In addition, $15.5 million in commercial building approvals have been registered this financial year, showing ongoing business investment. Relative to the Rest of Qld, building approval volumes in the suburb of Aitkenvale are significantly lower, tracking 52.0% under the per-capita regional benchmark.
This subdued supply level typically supports demand and values for pre-existing properties, despite a recent uptick in building approvals. The construction rate also sits below national norms, reflecting the suburb's established character and possible regulatory limits. New approvals consist of 30.0% standalone houses and 70.0% medium to high-density dwellings. This shift toward denser housing formats provides cheaper buying alternatives and suits downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. It represents a notable departure from the current housing stock, which is 75.0% standalone houses, driven by fewer available building sites and changing buyer preferences and budget constraints. With 405 people per single housing approval, the local real estate sector is highly mature. Given static or contracting demographic forecasts, the suburb of Aitkenvale could face reduced demand for new dwellings, creating favorable buying opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 25 current infrastructure and development projects close to Aitkenvale, worth an estimated $9.95 billion. 11 are already under construction and 5 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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 projects, developments, and planning schemes significantly affect regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 3 key projects that are likely to influence the suburb of Aitkenvale. Prominent local developments include the Townsville University Hospital Expansion, the TropiQ Townsville Tropical Intelligence and Health Precinct, the Harris Crossing Estate, and the Willows Shopping Centre Redevelopment, with the most relevant schemes detailed below.
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Townsville University Hospital Expansion
A major staged expansion of Townsville University Hospital under the Queensland Government's Hospital Rescue Plan, delivering at least 165 new overnight beds, additional operating theatres, an expanded Emergency Department, and a rooftop integrated helipad. Stage 1A features a new two-storey building on the Eastern Campus and a North Block refurbishment, with Stage 1 fast-tracked for completion by 2028. Early works, including a multi-storey carpark delivered by Hutchinson Builders, are progressing alongside campus upgrades.
Eden Park Estate
Premium acreage estate in Townsville's Northern Beaches offering large blocks ranging from 2000sqm to over 4000sqm. This master-planned park residential development provides a rural lifestyle combined with modern comfort, featuring town water and fully sewered lots.
Annandale Christian College Master Plan
The Annandale Christian College Master Plan is a 10-stage expansion plan approved by the College Board in 2022, developed with input from students, parents, staff, and the community. In 2023 the college commenced a Ministerial Infrastructure Designation (MID) application covering all ten stages. Stage 1, approved by Townsville City Council, involves a roof and spectator seating over the existing basketball court, a new maintenance workshop, and a dedicated off-street bus parking and turnaround area, relocated to the south-west corner of the site to allow room for future stages.Proposed completion of Stage 1 was targeted for 2024. As of the most recent update, the college had appointed a new architect to continue developing the master plan and was pursuing Block Grant Authority funding for the next phase.
Army Aviation Program of Works - RAAF Base Townsville
A AUD 700 million Defence infrastructure upgrade at RAAF Base Townsville and the Townsville Field Training Area to support the Australian Army AH-64E Apache fleet and expanded aviation operations. Works include new and refurbished aircraft hangars, command and working accommodation, training facilities, simulator facilities, maintenance and refuelling infrastructure, explosive ordnance areas, airfield upgrades and multi-storey car parking. The program supports relocation of 1st Aviation Regiment from Darwin and 16th Aviation Brigade Headquarters from Brisbane. Construction is underway, CPB Contractors is the managing contractor, and works are expected to be completed by 2028.
North Queensland Simulation Park (NQ SPARK)
The North Queensland Simulation Park (NQ SPARK) is northern Australia's first collaborative defence industry hub, delivering world-class simulation training and research for the defence, science, health, emergency response and knowledge sectors. The not-for-profit precinct will house an Advanced Environmental Simulation Facility (AESF), a Clinical Simulation Centre, an agile Command and Control (C2) team performance research laboratory, and high-performance computing infrastructure. Stage 1 is funded by a 32.2 million dollar Federal Government grant under the Townsville City Deal, with a further 35 million dollars in private sector investment expected for the broader precinct.In 2025, NQ SPARK signed a lease with James Cook University for a permanent home on the ground floor of the Clinical Practice Building at JCU's Bebegu Yumba campus in Douglas, with fitout works now underway. The site sits within the tropical innovation precinct adjacent to Townsville University Hospital and Lavarack Army Barracks. An interim facility continues to operate at Vickers Road North, Condon, where simulation experiments and capability development are being conducted to inform the permanent build. The project is forecast to generate up to 800 jobs and inject more than 200 million dollars into the local economy.
Kirwan Health Campus Expansion
A 45.2 million dollar expansion and redevelopment of the Kirwan Health Campus. The project includes a new two-story facility and refurbishment of existing buildings to expand outpatient pre-natal and post-natal care (midwifery) and oral health services. It also involves upgrading the existing car park and installing technology for TeleHealth services.
TropiQ - Townsville Tropical Intelligence and Health Precinct
A 442-hectare tropical intelligence and health precinct valued at 5.9 billion dollars, developed jointly by James Cook University, Townsville Hospital and Health Service, and Townsville City Council. Located adjacent to Townsville University Hospital and Lavarack Barracks, the precinct integrates world-class tropical research, health innovation, and defence simulation. Ongoing components include major expansions to the Townsville University Hospital, the NQ Spark defence simulation facility, a Technology Innovation Complex, and extensive residential and commercial development programs.
Willows Shopping Centre Redevelopment
Major redevelopment and expansion of Willows Shopping Centre including new fresh food precinct and introduction of ALDI, TK Maxx, and Planet Fitness. Centre sold for $212 million in 2024 featuring 44,507sqm GLA on 15.39-hectare site.
2,109 residents of Aitkenvale are employed, from a labour force of 2,312. Unemployment sits at 8.8%, with participation at 58.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,997, about 124% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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 suburb of Aitkenvale has a qualified workforce with a strong presence in essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of 8.8%. In March 2026, 2,109 local citizens were employed, with the jobless rate tracking 4.9% above the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, highlighting potential for labor market improvements. Workforce participation is relatively soft at 58.9% compared to the regional figure of 64.3%. Census data records that a minor 5.6% of working residents performed their duties from home, though this figure was influenced by pandemic-related restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and accommodation & food.
Public administration & safety is highly concentrated, employing workers at a rate of 1.7 times the regional representation. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is minimally represented at 0.2% of the workforce, compared to the regional average of 4.5%. A ratio of 0.9 local workers per resident at the time of the Census indicates substantial local job availability. Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that the local labor pool contracted by 1.9% over a 12-month period, while employment fell by 2.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld saw a 0.1% rise in employment, a 0.3% increase in the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point lift in unemployment. Future labor demand in the suburb of Aitkenvale is guided by Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential changes. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual industry trajectories vary. Projecting these trends onto the local industry mix suggests employment in the suburb of Aitkenvale could grow by 6.5% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation that excludes localized population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Aitkenvale is $1,378 a week (about $72,000 a year), with median personal income at $740 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,397 a year against an average of $58,390. 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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Tax statistics from the ATO for financial year 2023 show that the suburb of Aitkenvale had a median taxpayer income of $49,397 and an average income of $58,390. These figures are below the national average and compare to regional Queensland benchmarks of $53,146 and $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 are approximately $55,008 for the median and $65,023 for the average. Census data from 2021 shows household, family, and individual incomes are modest, placing between the 26th and 37th percentiles.
The largest income bracket contains 29.6% of households earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which accounts for 1,436 residents and mirrors the wider regional profile where 31.7% fall into this bracket. Housing costs are substantial, leaving only 84.7% of disposable income and placing the area in the 27th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Aitkenvale had 1,839 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 75% detached houses and 2% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 46% rented and 27% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $270 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,387 a month. Rent absorbs 19.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing stock in the suburb of Aitkenvale at the time of the census consisted of 74.6% detached houses and 25.5% alternative dwellings including townhouses and apartments, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other properties across Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Aitkenvale were lower than regional figures, standing at 26.7%, with mortgaged properties comprising 27.1% and rental properties making up 46.2%. The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,387, while the median weekly rent was $270, compared to regional benchmarks of $1,655 and $345. Locally, mortgage costs are much lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are similarly below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Aitkenvale counted 1,839 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 23% are couples with children, fewer than in 77% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 32% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 63.9% of all local households, consisting of 22.9% couples with children, 23.4% couples without children, and 15.1% single parents. The remaining 36.1% are non-family households, with single person households accounting for 31.5% and group households representing 4.7%. The median household size of 2.4 residents is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.2% of adults in Aitkenvale hold a university qualification, including 16.3% with a bachelor degree and 4.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 27.0% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 409 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 933 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 attainment levels in the suburb of Aitkenvale are lower than regional benchmarks, with 23.2% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally. This difference points to opportunities for future educational growth and vocational training. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 16.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational skills are well represented, with 36.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding vocational credentials, divided between advanced diplomas at 9.4% and certificates at 27.0%. Student numbers are high in the suburb of Aitkenvale, with 33.2% of the population enrolled in formal courses.
This student group includes 11.1% in primary school, 9.5% in secondary school, and 6.2% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Aitkenvale reaches 12 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 1,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 390 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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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The suburb of Aitkenvale contains 12 active public transport bus stops. These locations are served by 11 separate routes, facilitating 1,342 passenger journeys weekly. Transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 385 meters from their nearest stop. Because of the suburb's residential nature, most workers travel outside the area for employment, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 88%. Household vehicle ownership stands at 1.2, which is lower than the regional average. A small 5.6% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which was affected by pandemic conditions.
Public transport services average 191 daily runs across all routes, which translates to approximately 111 weekly departures for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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67.5% of residents in Aitkenvale report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 81% of areas nationally. 6.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.6 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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Local health profiles indicate notable health issues in the suburb of Aitkenvale, reflecting higher mortality rates and chronic illnesses across younger and older demographics. The private health insurance rate is low, covering roughly 50% of residents, representing approximately 2,442 people. This is below the 52.5% recorded in Regional Qld and the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues locally are mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 9.0% and 8.6% of residents. Conversely, 67.5% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Working-age residents show elevated rates of long-term illnesses.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 16.1% of the population, representing 781 people, which is lower than the Regional Qld average of 20.4%. Health profiles for older residents show some issues, with rankings matching the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Aitkenvale is largely Australian-born, at 78.8% of residents, with 16.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (25.3%) and English (24.9%). 5.3% 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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The suburb of Aitkenvale displays high cultural diversity, with 21.2% of residents born outside Australia and 16.4% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 53.5% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is in the Other category, which accounts for 1.3% of residents compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. Regarding parental birthplace, the largest ancestral lines in the suburb of Aitkenvale are Australian at 25.3%, English at 24.9%, and Other at 12.1%, which is higher than the regional average of 6.9%. Other demographic differences include Aboriginal residents making up 5.3% of the population compared to 3.9% regionally, Spanish ancestry at 0.5% compared to 0.3%, and German ancestry at 3.9% compared to 4.7%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Aitkenvale is 35. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 30.7% 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 of 35 in the suburb of Aitkenvale is lower than the Regional Qld average of 41 and slightly under the national median of 38. The 25 to 34 demographic is highly represented at 16.1% of the local population, while the 55 to 64 bracket is low at 9.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 cohort has increased from 13.9% to 16.1%, while the 55 to 64 group has declined from 12.3% to 9.7%. Future projections for 2041 point to demographic shifts, with the 25 to 34 cohort expanding by 10% (an increase of 78 people) to reach 860 from 781, while the infant group (0 to 4) and senior group (85+) are both projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Aitkenvale
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 Suburb (SAL) 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, 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 — 15 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,797 at the 2021 Census → 4,852 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 (SAL30018). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.