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Augustine Heights has an estimated 6,340 residents, up from 6,088 at the 2021 Census — a change of 252 people, or 4.1%. Growth has averaged 1.1% a year over five years. That puts 1,157 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 a study of ABS population adjustments for the wider region, alongside new addresses confirmed by AreaSearch after the Census, the suburb of Augustine Heights has an estimated population of approximately 6,340 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 252 residents (4.1%) from the 2021 Census, when the population was recorded at 6,088 individuals. This shift is calculated from the resident population of 6,340, which AreaSearch estimated after evaluating the ABS's most recent ERP data release (June 2025) and incorporating an additional 52 validated new addresses registered since the Census.
Such a population size translates to a density of 1,156 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with the typical averages observed across areas analyzed by AreaSearch. Throughout the past ten years, the suburb of Augustine Heights has displayed steady expansion with a compound annual growth rate of 3.6%, running ahead of the SA4 region. Population expansion in the locality was chiefly driven by natural increase, which accounted for roughly 37.0% of the total population gains in recent times, though all components including overseas migration and interstate migration made positive contributions. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, as well as for the years following 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government for SA2 regions released in 2023 and utilizing 2021 data are used. It is worth noting that these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age groups; consequently, where they are applied, AreaSearch distributes growth proportionally based on the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data) for each age bracket. Looking at upcoming population patterns, substantial growth is anticipated for the suburb of Augustine Heights, placing it in the top quartile of statistical areas analyzed by AreaSearch, with the locality projected to add 2,134 residents by 2041 according to consolidated SA2-level forecasts, representing an overall rise of 33.7% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
119 new dwellings have been approved in Augustine Heights over the past five years, an average of 23 a year. That is 3.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 29 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 24% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 20, 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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According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building approval statistics distributed from statistical area records, Augustine Heights has seen an average of roughly 23 new home approvals annually, with approximately 119 residences approved over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 19 so far during FY-26. With an average of 2.9 new residents annually for each home over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), indicating strong demand that supports property values, new residences are being constructed with an average value of $698,000, showing that developers are targeting the high-end market with premium properties.
Furthermore, there have been $989,000 in commercial approvals in the current financial year, which highlights the residential character of the locality. In comparison to Greater Brisbane, development activity in Augustine Heights is extremely low, sitting at 62.0% below the regional average on a per-person basis. This low volume of new residential builds generally helps support demand and values for established homes. New construction is split between 24.0% detached houses and 76.0% attached dwellings. This shift toward denser housing provides affordable entry points and attracts individuals looking to downsize, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a major shift away from the current housing stock (which stands at 96.0% houses), indicating a decline in the availability of developable land and reflecting changing lifestyle choices and housing affordability constraints. The area has approximately 553 people for every dwelling approval, which is characteristic of an established neighborhood. Upcoming forecasts indicate that the suburb of Augustine Heights will gain 2,134 residents by 2041 (derived from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). If current building volumes do not increase, residential supply could fall behind population growth, which is likely to escalate competition among buyers and support price appreciation.
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 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Augustine Heights, worth an estimated $1.2 billion. A further 98 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $155.6 billion. 29 are already under construction and 21 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, residential development and communities. 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 property performance. A total of 10 major projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a likely impact on this locality. Notable projects include the Greater Springfield Master Planned Community, the Darra to Springfield Transport Corridor, the Southern Resource Recovery and Recycling Facility in Redbank Plains, and the Augustine Heights State School, with the accompanying list highlighting the most significant developments.
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Darra to Springfield Transport Corridor
A $1.2 billion integrated transport project featuring a 14km dual-track passenger rail line, the expansion of Springfield Central and Richlands stations, and upgraded road infrastructure along the Centenary Highway. It provides a vital high-frequency link between the western growth corridor and the Brisbane CBD.
Augustine Heights Master Planned Community
Augustine Heights is an established suburb within Greater Springfield, Australia's largest privately built master-planned city, home to over 6,000 residents since being named in 2003. While the bulk of the suburb is built out, several infill developments remain active. Azure's Ember residential project delivers 74 terrace homes on Augusta Parkway for approximately 60 million AUD, with the first two stages sold out and construction on track for completion in Q4 2026. JLF Corporation's Prema Estate, a 97-home boutique estate near Brookwater Golf Course, has sold out its first two stages with a third stage due for release in 2026.The Vicinity precinct, a 42-hectare mixed-use business and automotive park developed by Springfield Project Partners, continues to expand, with a new Subaru dealership among the sites under construction ahead of a planned second-half 2026 opening. The community is supported by St Augustine's College, Augusta State School, Woogaroo Creek State School and extensive parkland including Robelle Domain.
Vicinity Business Park Augustine Heights
A 42-hectare mixed-use business park and lifestyle precinct. The development includes the Vicinity Lifestyle Centre, featuring 21,320sqm of retail showrooms, medical services, and trade retail. It serves as a key commercial hub for the Greater Springfield region, strategically positioned along Augusta Parkway with direct access to the Centenary Highway.
Orion Springfield Central Shopping Centre Expansion
Ongoing expansion and planning scheme amendments for Orion Springfield Central, a major retail destination owned by Mirvac. The centre features over 180 specialty retailers, a 2000-seat cinema, and recent additions of premium brands, serving a rapidly growing catchment area in Greater Springfield.
The Junction Stage 2 - School Road
Stage 2 of The Junction masterplanned community at Redbank Plains comprising 66 residential lots and approval for 106 dwellings including detached homes, dual occupancy and triplex products. Civil works have been completed, lots are titled and the stage has progressed to delivery and home construction.
Six Mile Creek Estate - Stages 5 & 6
Master-planned residential estate by Sunnygold International in Collingwood Park. The estate is being delivered over 10 stages with parklands, walking and bicycle paths, recreation facilities and residential lots. Council operational works approvals have included landscaping for Stages 6B and 6C, indicating continued delivery of the later stages.
Greater Springfield Master Planned Community
Australia's largest privately funded master-planned city, spanning 2,860 hectares with a completion value estimated at $88 billion. Major milestones include the staged opening of the $1 billion Mater Public Hospital Springfield expansion, and ongoing infrastructure works such as the Springfield Parkway and Greenbank Arterial duplication.
Springfield Central CBD Expansion
A long-term expansion of Springfield Central, the purpose-built CBD at the heart of Greater Springfield. Approved planning provides for around 2.6 million square metres of mixed-use floor space and over 22,000 apartments, anchored by key developments including the 119 hectare Knowledge Precinct and City Centre North.
3,897 residents of Augustine Heights are employed, from a labour force of 3,960. Unemployment sits at 1.6%, with participation at 85.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,699, about 74% 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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Augustine Heights has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 1.6%, and an estimated job growth of 7.6% over the preceding year, according to AreaSearch compilations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 3,897 local residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 2.7% lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, while labor force participation is exceptionally high at 85.9% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane. Census data indicates that a moderate 17.3% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and retail trade. The locality shows a particularly high concentration in public administration & safety, where employment levels are 1.8 times the regional average. In contrast, construction is underrepresented at 7.1% compared to the regional average of 9.0%. This residential neighborhood appears to provide few local employment options, as shown by the comparison between the Census working population and the resident population. Employment data from AreaSearch, combining SALM and ABS figures across wider regions, shows that the period ending March 2026 saw a 7.6% rise in employment and a 7.8% increase in the labour force, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 3.2% alongside labour force growth of 3.4%, accompanied by a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. Insights into future job demand in Augustine Heights can be drawn from Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts dated May-25. These five and ten-year projections have been overlaid with the area's current employment structure to project future growth trajectories. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and by 13.7% over ten years, though expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sectoral forecasts are applied to Augustine Heights's existing employment composition, the area is projected to see a 6.4% increase in employment over five years and a 13.5% increase over ten years. This calculation uses a basic weighting method for demonstration and does not incorporate localized population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Augustine Heights is $2,484 a week (about $129,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,107 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $65,422 a year against an average of $74,494. 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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Income levels in Augustine Heights are significantly higher than the national average, according to the latest ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year. The median taxpayer income in Augustine Heights is $65,422, while the average income is $74,494, comparing to Greater Brisbane figures of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be roughly $72,854 (median) and $82,957 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that household, family, and personal incomes in Augustine Heights are all positioned high, ranging between the 86th and 90th percentiles nationally.
Income data shows that the weekly earnings bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 accounts for 42.2% of the community (2,675 individuals), which is comparable to the metropolitan average of 33.3% in the same bracket. A notable 37.1% of residents earn more than $3,000 per week, showing areas of high wealth that support local commercial activity. High housing expenses take up 16.7% of income, yet strong earnings keep disposable income at the 88th percentile, and the SEIFA income ranking places the neighborhood in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Augustine Heights had 1,856 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 50% are owned with a mortgage, 40% rented and 10% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $410 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,158 a month, a total housing cost higher than 94% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 16.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.0%. 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 mix of housing types in Augustine Heights at the time of the latest Census consisted of 95.5% houses and 4.5% other dwellings (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative housing types), compared to the metropolitan Brisbane split of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the proportion of outright home ownership in Augustine Heights was behind the Brisbane metro average at 9.5%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (50.2%) or rented (40.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly above the Brisbane metro average at $2,158, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $410, compared to Brisbane metro averages of $1,863 and $380 respectively.
Nationwide, mortgage repayments in Augustine Heights are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Augustine Heights counted 1,856 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.2 people each. 57% are couples with children, more than in 98% of areas nationally, against 20% couples without children. 10% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the vast majority of local households at 88.3%, consisting of couples with children at 56.7%, couples without children at 20.2%, and single parent families at 10.8%. Non-family households account for the remaining 11.7%, with single person households representing 10.1% and group households making up 1.5% of the total. The median household size of 3.2 people is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.8% of adults in Augustine Heights hold a university qualification, including 22.1% with a bachelor degree and 7.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 24.6% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 2,645 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,018 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 in Augustine Heights is well above regional standards, with 31.8% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 18.8% in the SA4 region and 20.6% in the SA3 area. This high level of education positions the local workforce well for knowledge-based jobs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 22.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational and technical training is also highly prevalent, with 38.3% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.7%) and certificates (24.6%).
Enrolment in education is exceptionally high, with 37.1% of the population actively participating in formal study. This figure is made up of 14.9% of residents in primary school, 9.6% in secondary school, and 5.4% undertaking tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Augustine Heights reaches 16 stops on 1 route, timetabled for about 260 services a week. The typical home sits about 380 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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Public transport data shows 16 active transit stops within Augustine Heights, which consist of bus services. These stops are served by 1 distinct route, providing a total of 264 passenger trips each week. Transport access is classified as good, with residents living an average of 381 meters from their closest transport stop. Being a major residential area, the majority of working residents travel outside the suburb for employment, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 89%, followed by trains at 7%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.8 cars per household, which is higher than the regional average.
Around 17.3% of residents work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Transit service frequency averages 37 runs per day across all active routes, which represents approximately 16 weekly runs for each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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78.0% of residents in Augustine Heights report no long-term health condition. 2.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.2 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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Augustine Heights displays strong health profiles, according to AreaSearch assessments of mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with low rates of common health conditions observed across both younger and older cohorts, and private health insurance coverage is very high, encompassing approximately 57% of the population (~3,596 people). The most prevalent health conditions reported in the locality were asthma and mental health concerns, affecting 7.6 and 7.2% of residents respectively, while 78.0% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. The population under the age of 65 exhibits health outcomes that are better than average.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 5.9% of the population (374 people), which is below the Greater Brisbane figure of 15.1%. Health outcomes among senior citizens are especially positive, with national rankings that exceed those of the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
33.3% of Augustine Heights residents were born overseas and 25.1% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (22.8%) and English (22.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Augustine Heights has a higher level of cultural diversity than most comparable local property markets, with 25.1% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 33.3% born outside of Australia. The dominant religion in Augustine Heights is Christianity, representing 48.2% of the population. However, the most distinct religious difference is in the category of Other, which accounts for 4.9% of the population, compared to just 1.3% across Greater Brisbane. Looking at parent countries of birth, the three largest ancestral groups in Augustine Heights are Australian at 22.8%, English at 22.8%, and Other at 12.0%.
There are also distinct differences in the representation of other ethnic backgrounds: Samoan ancestry is highly represented at 2.2% of the population (compared to 0.9% across the region), Maori is at 1.7% (compared to 1.1% regionally), and New Zealand ancestry is at 1.1% (compared to 1.0% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Augustine Heights is 31, younger than 93% of areas nationally. 28.2% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Augustine Heights is 31 years, which is notably younger than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and significantly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Augustine Heights has a higher proportion of residents aged 5 - 14 (19.2%) but a lower share of people aged 65 - 74 (3.5%). The concentration of children aged 5 - 14 is well above the national level of 12.0%. Data since the 2021 Census shows that the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 12.2% to 13.8% of the population, and the 55 to 64 group has grown from 5.9% to 7.1%.
Meanwhile, the 25 to 34 age bracket has decreased from 16.2% to 14.4%, and the 0 to 4 group has declined from 9.4% to 8.1%. Demographic projections suggest that the age structure of Augustine Heights will change significantly by 2041, with the 15 to 24 cohort expected to grow substantially, adding 468 people (53%) to increase from 874 to 1,343.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Augustine Heights
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, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Feb 2026 6 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 Feb 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 — 52 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,088 at the 2021 Census → 6,340 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 (SAL30103). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.