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Avenell Heights has an estimated 5,198 residents, up from 5,028 at the 2021 Census — a change of 170 people, or 3.4%. That puts 1,704 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 evaluation of ABS demographic releases for the wider region and new locations verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Avenell Heights has a population calculated at approximately 5,198 in May 2026. This represents a rise of 170 individuals (3.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 5,028 people. This adjustment is derived from the resident population of 5,182, determined by AreaSearch after assessing the most recent ABS ERP statistics (June 2025) along with 28 validated new addresses added after the Census date. This level of occupancy translates to a density ratio of 1,704 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical rate across locations nationwide assessed by AreaSearch.
In recent times, population expansion in the locality was mostly driven by net overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 56.00000000000001% of all population increases. For each SA2 sector, AreaSearch utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. Where SA2 data is unavailable, or for periods past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 numbers are implemented. Since these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age, AreaSearch redistributes growth across age groups using ratios from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which use 2022 as a base. Future demographic models suggest the suburb of Avenell Heights will experience population growth slightly below the median for non-metropolitan Australian localities, with projections indicating an addition of 419 persons by 2041, representing a total expansion of 7.8% over the 16 years.
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Building approvals in the suburb of Avenell Heights remain extremely low, with a yearly average of 2 approvals (representing 14 dwellings overall during the five-year period). This minimal construction activity aligns with patterns in rural areas, where housing requirements are generally modest and construction is constrained by localized demand and infrastructure. Because the number of approvals is so small, individual development projects can have a disproportionate effect on annual growth rates and comparative metrics. The suburb of Avenell Heights shows building activity levels that are substantially lower than the Rest of Qld, falling behind national benchmarks as well.
Recent residential construction comprises 67.0% freestanding houses and 33.0% medium and high-density formats, indicating a growing selection of medium-density choices that provide diverse opportunities across price points, ranging from conventional family properties to smaller, more budget-friendly options. With a ratio of roughly 864 people per approval, the suburb of Avenell Heights exhibits the characteristics of an established, mature community. Looking forward, the suburb of Avenell Heights is projected to add 403 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. If the current pace of construction persists, the supply of new dwellings may not keep up with demographic growth, which could increase competition among purchasers and help support rising prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 23 current infrastructure and development projects close to Avenell Heights, worth an estimated $2.54 billion. 10 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and environmental & disaster management. 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 planning decisions, and new developments are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 4 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Among the primary developments are the New Bundaberg Hospital, the St Vincent de Paul Social Housing Walkervale Bundaberg project, the 432-434 Goodwood Road Land Lease Community Site, and the Gympie Estate Affordable Housing Project, with details of the most significant projects listed below.
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New Bundaberg Hospital
The $1.2 billion New Bundaberg Hospital is a major greenfield development featuring a six-storey clinical building with over 400 beds. The facility includes an expanded emergency department, a rooftop helipad, mental health units, and teaching spaces. It serves as the centerpiece of the Bundaberg Health and Enterprise Precinct, aimed at providing level 5 health services to the growing Wide Bay region while mitigating flood risks associated with the existing hospital site.
St Vincent de Paul Social Housing Walkervale Bundaberg
An 81 dwelling social housing development on the corner of Barolin and Maynard Streets in Walkervale, comprising 60 units and 21 single homes delivered under the QuickStarts QLD program. The project is being developed in partnership between St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland Housing and the Queensland Government, with homes to be operated by Vinnies Housing. Construction is progressing following Ministerial Infrastructure Designation approval, delivering long term social and affordable housing with on-site wrap-around support services including furniture and food assistance.
Bundaberg East Levee
A $174.7 million flood resilience project featuring a 1.7 km concrete levee along the Burnett River southern bank. The infrastructure includes floodgates, flood doors, and pump stations at Saltwater and Distillery Creeks, designed to protect over 600 properties in Bundaberg East, South, and the CBD from 1% AEP flood events. Recent milestones include the appointment of SMEC and CDM Smith as design consultants and the completion of detailed flood modelling. The project is currently in the detailed design phase following the 2024 Ministerial Infrastructure Designation process.
Sienna Boulevard
23-hectare residential subdivision by Santalucia Corporation adjacent to Belle Eden Estate on the Bundaberg Ring Road. Retaining a local water body as the centerpiece, the estate will deliver 152 residential lots and 2 reserve lots across 15 stages, accommodating around 380 residents. Early stages have commenced with land sales recorded in 2025 and 2026.
Edenbrook Estate
Premium master-planned residential community by Santalucia Corporation in Norville, Bundaberg. Offering large lots from 740m2 to 1,080m2 with 23m average frontages, fibre-to-the-premises (FTTP) internet, underground power and town water. Stages 2 and 3 are now sold out, with Stage 4 approvals currently underway. The estate is located minutes from major shopping centres, schools, childcare, and dining precincts, and has been recognised as one of Bundaberg's most desirable addresses.
432-434 Goodwood Road Land Lease Community
DA approved 7.34 hectare land lease community on the southern fringe of Bundaberg, planned to deliver 149 residential home sites in a managed estate. The project targets secure and affordable housing featuring six architectural designs. The site is currently being offered for sale via Expressions of Interest, with construction originally targeted to commence in late 2025.
Kalkie Heights Residential Estate
Kalkie Heights is a master planned house and land estate in Kalkie, near Bundaberg, delivering about 194 residential lots over multiple stages. Stages 1 and 2 are sold out, civil works and infrastructure for the first stage are complete, titles have begun to issue, and homes and house and land packages are under construction, with further stages planned. The estate sits on elevated land above the floodplain and is positioned between Bundaberg CBD and Bargara beaches.
Gympie Estate Affordable Housing Project
PROJECT CANCELLED - SEPTEMBER 2025. A proposed 101-home affordable housing estate on 26 hectares adjacent to Baldwin Swamp Environmental Park. Following comprehensive geotechnical and environmental assessments, Regional Housing Limited and Bundaberg Regional Council determined the project was not feasible due to infrastructure costs exceeding development thresholds. The land is now planned to be incorporated into Baldwin Swamp Environmental Park as environmental reserve. The site, bounded by Telegraph Road, Ring Road, FE Walker Street and Mellifont Street, was intended to deliver affordable rental housing while preserving green spaces, but investigations confirmed civil infrastructure costs would be too high and lot numbers overly restricted to achieve affordable housing outcomes.
2,366 residents of Avenell Heights are employed, from a labour force of 2,482. Unemployment sits at 4.7%, with participation at 56.2%. 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 3,987, about 77% 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 workforce of the suburb of Avenell Heights is evenly distributed between office-based and manual roles, with a strong presence in essential public services, an unemployment rate of 4.7%, and an annual employment growth rate estimated at 8.3% based on AreaSearch calculations of regional data. In March 2026, there were 2,366 employed residents, with the unemployment rate sitting 0.8% higher than the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, and participation in the labour force trailing significantly at 56.2% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a low 4.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic containment measures.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The suburb of Avenell Heights displays a particularly high concentration of health care & social assistance workers, with employment levels 1.3 times the regional average. In contrast, the construction sector is underrepresented, making up 7.6% of the workforce compared to the regional average of 10.1%. A comparison between the Census working population and resident population suggests that this predominantly residential locality offers limited local employment opportunities. Based on AreaSearch aggregation of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader region, the 12 months leading up to March 2026 saw employment expand by 8.3% and the labour force grow by 5.4%, which caused the unemployment rate to drop by 2.5 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1% and the labour force expand by 0.3%, while unemployment went up by 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia issued in May-25 offer additional perspective on potential future demand in the suburb of Avenell Heights. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future employment trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely by sector. Applying these industry weightings to the occupational profile of the suburb of Avenell Heights suggests local employment could grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, though this is a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for localized population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Avenell Heights is $1,066 a week (about $55,000 a year), with median personal income at $566 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $41,775 a year against an average of $51,621. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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AreaSearch analysis of the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year shows that taxpayers in the suburb of Avenell Heights had a median annual income of $41,775, while the average income was $51,621. These figures are below the national average and compare to median and average levels of $53,146 and $66,593 across Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current income estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $46,521 for the median and $57,485 for the average. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Avenell Heights all rank within the 5th to 8th percentiles nationally.
The income distribution shows that 30.0% of residents (1,559 individuals) earn within the $400 - 799 weekly range, contrasting with the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common at 31.7%. Housing cost pressures are pronounced, with only 84.1% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 7th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Avenell Heights had 2,032 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 11% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 36% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $270 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,200 a month. Rent absorbs 25.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in the suburb of Avenell Heights at the time of the latest Census consisted of 80.0% standalone houses and 20.0% other dwelling types, such as townhouses, units, and alternative accommodation, compared to Regional Qld where standalone houses made up 76.4% and other formats comprised 23.6%. The rate of home ownership in the suburb of Avenell Heights was significantly higher than the regional average, standing at 37.7%, while the remaining occupied properties were either being purchased with a mortgage (26.3%) or rented (36.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,200 was notably lower than the Regional Qld average, while the median weekly rent was $270, compared to regional averages of $1,655 and $345 respectively.
Compared nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Avenell Heights are well below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also much lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Avenell Heights counted 2,032 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 19% are couples with children, fewer than in 89% of areas nationally, against 29% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 64.3%, consisting of couples with children at 18.8%, couples without children at 28.7%, and single parents at 15.4%. The remaining 35.7% are non-family households, which are mostly made up of lone persons at 32.8% and group households at 3.0%. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is slightly lower than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.4% of adults in Avenell Heights hold a university qualification, including 9.1% with a bachelor degree and 1.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.7% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The suburb of Avenell Heights displays lower levels of higher education, with university qualification rates at 12.4%, which is well below the Australian average of 30.4%. Among these qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.1%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.8% and postgraduate degrees at 1.5%. Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 37.4% of residents aged 15+ holding practical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 7.7% and certificates at 29.7%. Enrollment rates in formal education are high, with 25.1% of residents currently studying. This student population includes 8.9% attending primary school, 8.8% in secondary education, and 2.8% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Avenell Heights means driving: households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport networks in the suburb of Avenell Heights include 20 active transit stops serviced by buses. These stops accommodate 2 distinct routes that provide a combined total of 83 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is highly rated, with residents living an average of 172 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb of Avenell Heights, most workers travel outside the area for employment, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel for 96% of commuters. Dwellings have an average of 1.2 vehicles, which is lower than the regional average.
A relatively low 4.3% of residents worked from home at the time of the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions. Transit service frequency averages 11 trips daily across the route network, which represents approximately 4 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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54.7% of residents in Avenell Heights report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 95% of areas nationally. 12.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.7 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Assessments of mortality rates and chronic illness prevalence highlight clear health issues in the suburb of Avenell Heights, with several conditions impacting both younger and older residents, while the proportion of the population with private health insurance is very low at around 48% (~2,477 people). This rate is lower than the 52.5% recorded across Regional Qld and the national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues in the area, affecting 12.1% and 10.7% of the population respectively, while 54.7% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Chronic disease rates are elevated among the working-age population. Furthermore, 28.4% of residents (1,476 people) are aged 65 and over, which is higher than the regional proportion of 20.4%. The health profiles of these older residents present some challenges, with national comparative standings mirroring those of the broader local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Avenell Heights is largely Australian-born, at 90.1% of residents, with 4.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.9%) and Australian (30.5%). 4.8% 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 population of the suburb of Avenell Heights shows lower levels of cultural diversity relative to broader averages, with citizens making up 90.6% of residents, 90.1% born within Australia, and 95.6% speaking only English at home. The main religious affiliation is Christianity, which is practiced by 59.3% of residents in the suburb of Avenell Heights, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Regarding ancestry, the most common backgrounds reported in the suburb of Avenell Heights are English at 31.9%, Australian at 30.5%, and German at 7.5%. There are also differences in the representation of other ancestries: Australian Aboriginal residents make up 4.8% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 3.9%, while Maltese representation stands at 0.4% (matching the regional average of 0.4%) and Korean representation is 0.2% (matching the regional average of 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Avenell Heights is 46, older than 85% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 23.2% 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 the suburb of Avenell Heights is 46 years, which is higher than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional Qld, there is a higher concentration of residents aged 75 - 84 (10.8%) but a lower share of people aged 35 - 44 (11.1%). Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 10.0% to 11.5% of the population, and the 35 to 44 age bracket has increased from 9.9% to 11.1%. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 cohort dropped from 13.4% to 11.8%.
By 2041, demographic projections suggest the age profile of the suburb of Avenell Heights will change significantly. The cohort aged 85 and over is expected to grow by 57% (an increase of 146 people), rising from 254 to 401. This aging trend is further reflected by the fact that residents aged 65 and older will account for 52% of the projected growth, while the numbers of residents aged 55 to 64 and 5 to 14 are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Avenell 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, 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 — 28 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,028 at the 2021 Census → 5,198 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 (SAL30106). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.