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Baynton (WA) has an estimated 5,322 residents, up from 4,496 at the 2021 Census — a change of 826 people, or 18.4%. Growth has averaged 2.3% a year over five years, faster than 89% of areas nationally. 143 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 64.0% of that increase. That puts 1,993 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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Demographic assessments incorporating post-Census address validations and ABS updates place the population of the suburb of Baynton (WA) at approximately 5,322 as of Aug 2026. Compared to the 2021 Census tally of 4,496 people, this represents an expansion of 826 people (18.4%). This figure stems from AreaSearch's evaluation of the ABS June 2025 ERP figures alongside 143 validated new addresses recorded post-Census, bringing the estimated resident base to 5,292. Consequently, the local density stands at 1,993 persons per square kilometer, tracking higher than the national benchmark across assessed locations. Outpacing both the Rest of WA and the 9.5% nationwide benchmark, the 18.4% expansion since the 2021 census positions the suburb of Baynton (WA) as a standout growth locality regionally, with natural increase serving as the primary demographic engine by accounting for around 64.0% of recent population additions.
Long-term outlooks utilize 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 projections pegged to a 2022 base year, supplemented beyond 2032 and across unlisted SA2 zones by cohort growth metrics from the ABS 2023 Greater Capital Region dataset (using 2022 figures). Over the 16 years running to 2041, demographic models forecast an influx of 386 persons for the suburb of Baynton (WA), translating to total expansion of 6.7% and positioning the locality marginally below the median projection for regional Australian non-metropolitan districts.
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21 new dwellings have been approved in Baynton (WA) over the past five years, an average of 4 a year. That places the area in the 80th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 1 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 20 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 55% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 79, running ahead of 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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Over the preceding 5 financial years, residential building approvals in the area averaged roughly 4 per annum, yielding a cumulative total of 21 homes according to ABS data mapped by AreaSearch. Activity has escalated significantly with 79 approvals already logged throughout FY-25. Between FY-21 and FY-25, the local influx reached approximately 4.7 new residents per year per dwelling built, creating a supply imbalance that tends to fuel buyer competition and elevate local property values. Construction remains concentrated in the higher-end market, evidenced by an average dwelling value of $583,000. Meanwhile, non-residential building remains minimal, with commercial approvals totaling $44,000 for the current financial year to reinforce the residential orientation of local development.
Although per capita construction volume sits 10.0% beneath the Rest of WA, recent momentum places the locality in the 84th percentile across the country. Current building patterns reflect an evolving urban form, with detached houses comprising 55.0% of activity while medium and high-density formats make up 45.0%. This increasing supply of townhomes and units introduces varied entry price points alongside traditional family housing, marking a transition from the established neighborhood profile where houses account for 90.0%. This trend highlights constraint on greenfield land alongside shifting resident preferences for adaptable housing options, with an overall ratio of around 102 people per approval reflecting an active growth setting. Forecasts from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release indicate the local population will expand by 356 residents by 2041. Without an acceleration in residential construction, housing availability could remain constrained relative to demand, which may maintain upward pricing momentum and intensify market competition.
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Development applications around Baynton (WA)
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AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Baynton (WA), worth an estimated $150 million. A further 62 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $15.7 billion. 23 are already under construction and 25 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, ports, marinas, fisheries & aquaculture and sports & recreation. 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 economic and social outcomes are closely linked to capital works and regional planning programs. A total of 1 notable project has been pinpointed by AreaSearch as having significant local bearing. Major developments relevant to the area include the Karratha Senior High School Upgrade, Gap Ridge Homemaker Centre, Tambrey Village Shopping Centre, and Madigan at Baynton West.
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Madigan at Baynton West
Madigan at Baynton West is a major residential development in Karratha designed to provide affordable living and essential worker housing. The estate is a key component of the Karratha Urea Project's workforce strategy, with developer Perdaman constructing 133 homes to accommodate its permanent operational staff. As of early 2026, over 30 homes have been delivered with another 30 under active construction. The project features climate-responsive design, a 1.38-hectare landscaped public open space, and proximity to Baynton West Primary School.Future stages include plans for approximately 250 additional lots, a childcare center, and a new primary school to support long-term regional growth.
Gap Ridge Homemaker Centre
Karratha's first dedicated homemaker centre, featuring a 7,600 square meter Bunnings Warehouse and nine large format retail tenancies. As the only Bunnings in the Pilbara region, it services local demand for DIY, hardware, furniture, electrical appliances, and white goods. The project is located adjacent to residential developments and the Gap Ridge Industrial Estate, with the retail trade market in the area expected to reach 249 million AUD by 2026. Construction officially commenced on April 1, 2026.
The Quarter Karratha
Mixed-use civic, retail and commercial precinct anchored by The Quarter HQ office/retail building, a city square and 46 service worker apartments, delivered as part of the Karratha city centre revitalisation.
Western Edge
A 160-hectare master-planned community in South Hedland designed to transform underutilized land into a residential hub for over 3,000 residents. The project received a major 75.2 million AUD funding boost in the 2026-27 WA State Budget to deliver the first 121 lots across Stages 1 and 2. It includes enabling infrastructure for water, power, and telecommunications, as well as public open space. The full project has the potential for up to 1,000 lots, including social housing.
South Hedland Town Centre Revitalisation
Comprehensive revitalisation of South Hedland's Town Centre featuring a new main street, vibrant Town Square, public open spaces, road realignment, landscape treatments, underground services, and medium-to-high density mixed-use development opportunities. The project transforms the town centre into a modern hub designed for people, business, and investment. Premium development lots are now available for sale with infrastructure already in place.
South Hedland Residential Land Development
Residential land subdivision in South Hedland with fully serviced single residential lots (power, water, NBN ready) available for purchase. Lots are in established streets including Buzzard Street and Gannet Street, supporting affordable home building in the Pilbara region.
South Hedland Town Square
Public open space adjacent to South Hedland Shopping Centre featuring grassed outdoor amphitheatre, children's playground, public amenities, and landscaped areas. Serves as a community gathering place and event venue for local celebrations and activities.
Hedland Health Campus
A modern 12,000sqm single-level health facility serving as the regional healthcare hub for the Pilbara. The campus features four main pavilions housing a 24-hour emergency department, ambulatory care, renal dialysis, medical imaging, and mental health services. Designed with a unique heat-buffer roof system and cyclone-rated materials to withstand extreme regional climates.
3,039 residents of Baynton (WA) are employed, from a labour force of 3,090. Unemployment sits at 1.7%, with participation at 82.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 3,846, about 72% 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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Workforce indicators highlight a tight and highly active local labor market, characterized by a low unemployment rate of 1.7%, annual jobs growth of 4.0%, and strong participation across essential services. March 2026 figures show 3,039 employed locals, while labor force participation reached 82.1%, well above the 65.4% recorded across Regional WA. Concurrently, local unemployment sits 1.9% below the 3.5% benchmark for Regional WA. Remote employment accounted for only 3.1% of working residents at the Census, though broader Covid-19 restrictions during that period may have influenced this outcome. Resident employment is heavily concentrated across mining, education & training, alongside public administration & safety.
Mining represents the primary specialty, capturing a workforce proportion 1.6 times that of the surrounding region. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 0.1% of local workers, contrasting sharply with the 9.3% regional benchmark. Comparison between resident numbers and local job counts highlights the neighborhood's residential character, with limited commercial employment located within its immediate borders. Throughout the twelve months leading to March 2026, local employment rose by 4.0% while the labor pool expanded by 4.1%, resulting in a slight 0.1 percentage points uptick in unemployment based on ABS and SALM figures. In contrast, Regional WA experienced an employment reduction of 0.1%, labor force expansion of 0.3%, and an unemployment rise of 0.4 percentage points. Looking forward, Jobs and Skills Australia projections from Mar-26 suggest total nationwide employment will rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Weighting these sectoral forecasts against the local workforce profile suggests potential employment gains of 5.4% across five years and 11.9% across ten years, noting this represents an indicative structural calculation rather than a localized population forecast.
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Median household income in Baynton (WA) is $3,390 a week (about $176,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,665 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $92,075 a year against an average of $108,444. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Tax office data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates a median taxpayer income of $92,075 and an average of $108,444, significantly exceeding the Regional WA median of $59,973 and average of $74,392. Factoring in subsequent Wage Price Index expansion of 10.93% yields updated March 2026 estimates of $102,139 for median earnings and $120,297 for average income. In the 2021 Census, local personal, family, and household earnings placed between the 99th and 99th percentiles across the country. Higher-income earners form the bulk of the community, with 38.7% (2,059 people) making $4000+ per week, whereas the broader region is led by the $1,500 - 2,999 band at 31.1%.
Overall, 60.4% receive weekly incomes above $3,000, supporting substantial discretionary expenditure as households retain 89.6% of earnings following housing obligations, placing the area in the 8th decile for SEIFA income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Baynton (WA) had 1,296 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 90% detached houses and 4% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 69% rented and 4% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $315 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,200 a month, a total housing cost higher than 82% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 9.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 15.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to Census records, separate houses represent 89.6% of residential stock, with units, townhouses, and alternate dwellings making up the remaining 10.4%, broadly mirroring the Regional WA split of 88.5% houses and 11.6% other formats. Outright owner-occupancy is comparatively low at 4.3%, while properties held under a mortgage account for 26.9% and rental accommodation comprises 68.8%. Monthly mortgage payments average $2,200 at the median, surpassing the Regional WA figure of $1,560 and the nationwide benchmark of $1,863. Conversely, median weekly rents stand at $315, sitting above the Regional WA level of $265 yet tracking well below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Baynton (WA) counted 1,296 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,534 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 50% are couples with children, more than in 95% of areas nationally, against 22% couples without children. 18% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute 78.6% of all local households, with couple families with children representing 49.7%, childless couples comprising 21.8%, and single parent arrangements accounting for 6.5%. Non-family dwellings make up the remaining 21.4%, consisting of single-person residences at 18.2% and group living arrangements at 3.6%. The typical household includes 3.0 people, exceeding the 2.5 person average found across Regional WA.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
25.3% of adults in Baynton (WA) hold a university qualification, including 17.5% with a bachelor degree and 4.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 36.2% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 827 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 990 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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Tertiary attainment rates are prominent, with 25.3% of individuals aged 15+ holding university degrees, surpassing both the Rest of WA standard of 17.6% and the SA3 benchmark of 19.8%. Bachelor level awards represent 17.5%, complemented by postgraduate qualifications at 4.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.3%. Vocational qualifications are also widespread, held by 47.8% of the population aged 15+, encompassing certificates at 36.2% and advanced diplomas at 11.6%. Formal study encompasses 41.2% of the local population. Primary school attendees comprise 18.8% of the community, secondary students account for 11.7%, and tertiary course enrolments stand at 2.4%.
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Getting around Baynton (WA) means driving: households keep an average of 1.9 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 transit infrastructure includes 2 operational stops within the neighborhood offering bus connections. Across these facilities, 2 specific routes deliver 20 weekly passenger trips, providing moderate local connectivity with an average walking distance of 518 meters to the closest stop. Private vehicles serve as the main commuting method, utilized by 93% of workers, supported by an above-average vehicle ownership rate of 1.9 per dwelling. A modest 3.1% worked from home at the 2021 Census, a figure potentially shaped by pandemic conditions. Transit services operate at an average rate of 2 trips per day across all servicing lines, providing around 10 weekly trips for each designated boarding location.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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82.7% of residents in Baynton (WA) report no long-term health condition. 1.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 70.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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General health indicators are favorable across both younger and older demographics, marked by subdued incidence of chronic ailments and an extensive private health insurance rate of approximately 70% (3,738 people). This coverage level substantially exceeds the 56.4% figure for Regional WA and the national rate of 55.7%. Prevalent medical diagnoses include asthma at 6.7% and mental health disorders at 5.7%, while 82.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, outpacing the 69.3% benchmark in Regional WA. Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 1.7% of the locality (90 people), compared to 19.1% regionally, with this cohort achieving health ratings that exceed national standards.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Baynton (WA) is largely Australian-born, at 79.0% of residents, with 12.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (29.4%) and English (26.6%). 5.9% 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 community displays broad cultural representation, with 21.0% of residents born overseas and 12.7% utilizing a non-English language in their households. Christianity is the principal religious affiliation, observed by 39.3% of locals. Judaism accounts for 0.2% of the population, whereas virtually no adherents were recorded across Regional WA. The leading reported parental origins are Australian at 29.4%, English at 26.6%, and Other heritages at 8.4%. Additional distinct demographic shares include individuals of New Zealand heritage at 1.3% (against 0.9% across the region), Maori background at 1.3% (compared to 1.0%), and South Australian lineage at 0.9% (versus 0.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Baynton (WA) is 31, younger than 93% of areas nationally. 28.9% 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 local age distribution is heavily weighted toward early family cohorts, with adults aged 25 - 44 comprising 38.3% of the populace as at August 2026, compared to 26.6% regionally. Retirees aged 65+ make up only 1.7%, well below the 19.1% Regional WA share. AreaSearch models place the median age at 31 as at August 2026, identical to the 2021 Census outcome and younger than both the Regional WA median of 40 and the national median of 38 at that Census. By 2041, adults in the 25 - 44 cohort are projected to drive local growth, adding 331 residents (16%) to total 2,369, while youth and senior demographics are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Baynton (WA)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 4 months ago all 1 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 143 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (4,496 at the 2021 Census → 5,322 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 Aug 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 (SAL50081). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.