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Aroona has an estimated 3,508 residents, up from 3,466 at the 2021 Census — a change of 42 people, or 1.2%. That puts 1,846 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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Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the wider region, alongside newly confirmed address records from AreaSearch since the Census, the resident count in the suburb of Aroona is calculated to be approximately 3,508 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 42 individuals (1.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 3,466 residents. The adjustment is determined from a resident estimate of 3,506, compiled by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ERP release from the ABS, supplemented by 5 newly validated addresses post-Census. With these numbers, the local population density stands at 1,846 persons per square kilometer, outstripping the typical density across the country.
The demographic expansion in the area has been almost entirely supported by arrivals from abroad, which served as the exclusive contributor to recent population gains. ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for individual SA2 sectors released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized by AreaSearch. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, or for periods extending beyond 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 utilizing 2021 baseline data are applied. Because these state-level projections lack age breakdown details, AreaSearch allocates age-specific growth ratios based on the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections with a 2022 baseline. Looking at long-term trends, the area is projected to align with the lower quartile growth of regional Australian localities, adding 10 individuals by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing an overall rise of 0.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
24 new dwellings have been approved in Aroona over the past five years, an average of 4 a year. That is 1.4 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 4, broadly in line with 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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Statistical evaluations of ABS building permit registrations by AreaSearch show that the suburb of Aroona averages approximately 4 residential approvals annually. This includes a total of 24 approved dwellings over the 5 fiscal years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, with 4 approvals recorded during FY-26 so far. The local demand and supply are well-balanced, as indicated by a ratio of 1.1 people relocating to the area for every completed residence during the FY-21 to FY-25 period, supporting market stability. Builders are targeting the higher-end market segment, with newly approved residences carrying an average construction value of $668,000.
Building volume in the suburb of Aroona is significantly constrained compared to the Rest of Qld, sitting 91.0% below the regional per capita benchmark. This limited pipeline of new completions generally bolsters the value and demand for established homes. The approval rate is also lower than the national average, highlighting the mature nature of the area and potentially indicating local development limits. Recently authorized builds consist of 50.0% detached single-family houses and 50.0% multi-unit developments. This emphasis on higher-density options yields affordable alternatives for entry-level buyers, downsizers, and property investors. This represents a distinct departure from the established housing stock, which is 96.0% detached homes, reflecting the scarcity of vacant land and adapting to evolving preferences and budget pressures. Having a ratio of approximately 876 people for each new building permit, the suburb of Aroona exhibits a highly established real estate landscape. Projections indicate that the suburb of Aroona will add 8 residents by 2041, according to recent quarterly calculations by AreaSearch. Judging by recent building trends, the supply of new housing should easily accommodate this growth, creating favorable buying opportunities and potentially allowing for a larger population increase than currently modeled.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 62 current infrastructure and development projects close to Aroona, worth an estimated $13.7 billion. 28 are already under construction and 19 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, major developments, and urban planning decisions are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 2 projects that are expected to impact the local community. Key developments include the Kawana Motorway, the Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade (CTCU), Aura (Caloundra South) Infrastructure, and the Caloundra Transport Hub, with details provided for the most significant projects.
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Aura Business Park
Major commercial and industrial employment precinct within Stockland's Aura masterplanned community. The business park accommodates industrial, logistics, office, technology, research, light manufacturing and showroom uses. Development continues through staged land releases, with most industrial lots sold and developed while new innovation precincts and commercial stages remain under construction.
Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct Upgrades (Currimundi)
A $9.3 million upgrade to the Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct in Currimundi, delivering a new accessible gymnasium, recovery space with ice baths and sauna, sport and recreation office space, a beach access path linking to the existing Coastal Walkway, and an additional emergency access road. The leisure centre building is also being expanded with new adjacent facilities. Works are being delivered by I.C.M Construction (QLD) Pty Ltd under the Queensland Government's $28 million-plus Sport and Recreation Venues improvement program, in support of community health outcomes and the Brisbane 2032 athlete pathway.Completion is expected in early 2026.
Caloundra Centre Activation Project
Caloundra Centre Activation Project is the Sunshine Coast Council's long term initiative to deliver the 2017 Caloundra Centre Master Plan. The program revitalises the city heart through a connected creative and civic precinct linking The Events Centre, a new district library, a new regional gallery, a new town square and upgraded streetscapes through to Bulcock Beach. The transformed Library+ Caloundra opened in September 2025 in the former council administration building, designed by Wilson Architects. Hutchinson Builders was appointed in April 2026 to demolish the former building at 77 Bulcock Street as the first stage of the new town square.Detailed design of the 12.8 million dollar town square, led by consultant Urbis, is targeting construction start in mid 2026 and completion by mid 2027. The new Sunshine Coast Regional Gallery, with concept design by ARM Architecture, will replace the current 25 year old gallery and was the subject of a design competition launched in 2025. Outcomes include enhanced pedestrian links, expanded green space at Felicity Park and Bill Venardos Park, and revitalised public realm along Omrah and Otranto avenues.
Moffat Beach Seawall Reconstruction Project
The project involves reconstructing the damaged seawall at Moffat Beach to protect parklands, pathways, roads, and facilities from climate change impacts. It aims to retain Norfolk pine trees, minimize loss of beach and parkland, improve drainage, and enhance access.
Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade (CTCU)
A 1.6 km road upgrade and new extension delivered in two sections to improve access into Caloundra CBD. Section 1 (Omrah Ave to Arthur St) by Sunshine Coast Council will duplicate lanes and upgrade key intersections with new active transport paths. Section 2 (Third Ave extension to Nicklin Way) by Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads delivers a new 4-way signalised intersection at Nicklin Way, four lanes to Arthur St, compliant crossings, an underpass at West Terrace and separated bike/pedestrian paths.Final design was confirmed in May 2025. A construction tender was released in March 2026. Subject to EPBC Act approvals and contractor appointment, construction is anticipated to begin mid-2026 with completion targeted for early 2028.
Bellvista Boulevard Black Spot Project
Road safety improvements including raised pedestrian crossings on the southern leg of the roundabout, painted central splitter islands at approaches to crossings, flexible bollards on traffic islands, and lighting upgrades.
Caloundra Centre Activation Project - Community and Creative Hub
Sunshine Coast Council's Caloundra Centre Activation Project is delivering a connected civic, cultural and public space precinct linking The Events Centre, Library+ Caloundra, the future town square, Caloundra Regional Gallery, Bulcock Street and Bulcock Beach. The Community and Creative Hub includes the new town square at Bulcock Street and Otranto Avenue, greener public spaces, improved lighting, pedestrian links, streetscape works on Omrah and Otranto avenues, and upgrades around Felicity Park and Bill Venardos Park. Library+ Caloundra opened in September 2025, and early works for the town square site at 77 Bulcock Street commenced in April 2026.
Holiday Inn & Suites Caloundra Sunshine Coast
A 12-storey international hotel development featuring 160 rooms and suites, including 33 one and two-bedroom suites. The project marks the first international hotel brand in Caloundra and includes ground-level retail, a 210-seat all-day dining restaurant, rooftop restaurant and sky bar, fitness centre, and an outdoor pool. Developed by Felix Capital in partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts, it is a key piece of infrastructure supporting the region's growth toward the 2032 Olympic Games.
1,898 residents of Aroona are employed, from a labour force of 1,948. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 66.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,641, about 75% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The suburb of Aroona boasts a well-qualified local workforce with strong representation in key service industries, alongside an unemployment rate of only 2.6% based on compiled regional data from AreaSearch. In March 2026, the employed population numbered 1,898, with the local jobless rate sitting 1.3% below the Regional Qld benchmark of 3.9%, while workforce participation is relatively average at 66.8% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a moderate 14.1% of the local workforce performed their jobs from home, though this figure may have been affected by pandemic lockdowns.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The workforce is highly concentrated in construction, representing 1.5 times the regional proportion. Conversely, primary industries like agriculture, forestry & fishing are underrepresented, accounting for a mere 0.7% of the workforce in the suburb of Aroona compared to 4.5% across Regional Qld. Given the difference between the number of local jobs held by residents and the total working population in the Census, this residential enclave appears to provide few employment options within its own boundaries. Based on SALM and ABS statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the surrounding statistical areas, the local workforce contracted by 2.3% and total employment fell by 2.8% during the 12 months ending March 2026, resulting in a 0.5 percentage point increase in the jobless rate. During the same timeframe, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1% and the labor force expand by 0.3%, with a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. Future labor demand in the suburb of Aroona can be analyzed using the May-25 national job projections from Jobs and Skills Australia. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to estimate potential growth. Nationally, employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates of expansion vary by industry. Weighting these national sector projections against the local industry mix suggests employment among residents could grow by 6.8% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, representing a basic mathematical extrapolation that does not account for local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Aroona is $1,857 a week (about $97,000 a year), with median personal income at $775 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,558 a year against an average of $67,104. 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 the latest ATO tax statistics for the financial year 2023 analyzed by AreaSearch, taxpayers in the suburb of Aroona earn a median income of $52,558 and an average income of $67,104. These figures align closely with national benchmarks, compared to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Accounting for a Wage Price Index rise of 11.36% since the financial year 2023, the estimated figures would be approximately $58,529 for the median and $74,727 for the average in March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual earnings in the suburb of Aroona were moderate, placing between the 43rd and 56th national percentiles.
The largest income group, accounting for 34.1% of residents (1,196 people), falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, similar to the wider region where 31.7% of the population is in this category. Residents retain 84.9% of their income for non-housing consumption, and the local SEIFA income index ranks in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Aroona had 1,224 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 1% apartments. 48% are owned with a mortgage, 14% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 24.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing composition in the suburb of Aroona consisted of 96.2% detached houses and 3.9% alternative housing types like townhouses and apartments, compared to Regional Qld where houses make up 76.4% and other dwellings comprise 23.6%. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Aroona were significantly higher than the regional average, with 37.7% owning their homes outright, while 48.0% had a mortgage and 14.3% were renting. The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $1,950, which is considerably higher than the Regional Qld median of $1,655.
The median weekly rent was $450, compared to the Regional Qld median of $345. Locally, mortgage obligations exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are also well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Aroona counted 1,224 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.7 people each. 36% are couples with children, against 34% couples without children. 16% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 81.2%, which is composed of couples with children at 36.2%, couples without children at 34.0%, and single parents at 9.5%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 18.8%, consisting of lone-person households at 16.2% and group shared households at 2.9%. The median household size of 2.7 residents is slightly larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.3% of adults in Aroona hold a university qualification, including 16.1% with a bachelor degree and 2.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 91% of areas nationally. A further 30.9% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Educational attainment in the suburb of Aroona is lower than regional averages, with 22.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference points to opportunities for training and educational development. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 16.1%, followed by graduate diplomas at 3.3% and postgraduate degrees at 2.9%. Vocational and technical qualifications are common, with 42.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including 11.8% with advanced diplomas and 30.9% with certificates. A high percentage of residents are engaged in studies, with 26.5% of the population enrolled in formal education.
Primary school students make up 9.8% of the population, secondary students account for 8.5%, and tertiary students represent 3.7%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Aroona reaches 9 stops on 2 routes, timetabled for about 160 services a week. The typical home sits about 290 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.8 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 local transit options shows 9 active transport stops in the suburb of Aroona, which are serviced by buses. These stops accommodate 2 separate routes, providing a total of 164 passenger trips each week. Transport access is convenient, with residents living an average of 292 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is a residential community, most workers commute out of the area, and private vehicles are the primary mode of travel for 95% of commuters. Car ownership is high, averaging 1.8 vehicles per household, which is above the regional norm.
Additionally, 14.1% of working residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic restrictions. Local transit routes average 23 trips daily across all services, which translates to roughly 18 weekly trips per bus stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
67.3% of residents in Aroona report no long-term health condition. 5.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.5 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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Residents in the suburb of Aroona enjoy favorable health outcomes based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality and chronic illness rates, with low rates of common health conditions across both older and younger age groups. Private health insurance coverage is slightly above the average SA2 area, with approximately 54% of the population (~1,886 people) having private cover. The most prevalent health concerns among residents are arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 9.5% and 8.0% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 67.3% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Health outcomes for the working-age population are standard. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.2% of the local population (708 people). Seniors in the area exhibit above-average health outcomes, with national rankings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Aroona is largely Australian-born, at 82.1% of residents, with 3.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.7%) and Australian (26.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Aroona exhibits low cultural diversity, with 82.1% of the population born in Australia, 91.3% holding citizenship, and 96.6% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by 51.2% of residents. The most pronounced religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the population compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld. Regarding family heritage, the three most common ancestries in the suburb of Aroona are English at 33.7%, Australian at 26.5%, and Irish at 9.8%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds: New Zealand heritage is overrepresented at 1.2% (compared to 0.9% regionally), Scottish heritage stands at 9.1% (compared to 7.8%), and German heritage is 5.0% (compared to 4.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Aroona is 43. 22.5% 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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With a median age of 43 years, the suburb of Aroona has an older population than Regional Qld's median of 41 and the national median of 38. The 55 - 64 age cohort is highly represented at 15.6% compared to the regional average, while the 25 - 34 age group is less common at 10.2%. Post-2021 Census figures show the 15 to 24 age bracket increased from 10.8% to 12.3% of the population, whereas the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 13.5% to 11.7%. Projections indicate the age profile will change by 2041, with the 25 to 34 group growing the fastest at 15%, adding 52 residents to reach a total of 410.
Older residents aged 65 and over will account for 53% of all population growth, highlighting local aging trends. Conversely, the 45 to 54 and 5 to 14 cohorts are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Aroona
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 — 5 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,466 at the 2021 Census → 3,508 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 (SAL30086). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.