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Beenleigh has an estimated 9,031 residents, up from 8,425 at the 2021 Census — a change of 606 people, or 7.2%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 58.0% of that increase. That puts 1,173 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 analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census Beenleigh's population is estimated at around 9,031 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 606 people (7.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 8,425 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 9,004, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 59 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,172 persons per square kilometer, which is relatively in line with averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Beenleigh's 7.2% growth since census positions it within 2.1 percentage points of the national average (9.3%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 57.99999999999999% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Anticipating future population dynamics, an above median population growth of national areas is projected, with the area expected to grow by 1,447 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting reflecting an increase of 15.7% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
136 new dwellings have been approved in Beenleigh over the past five years, an average of 27 a year. That places the area in the 57th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 25 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 32% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 122, 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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An evaluation of ABS building approval records adjusted to local levels reveals that the suburb of Beenleigh has typically authorized roughly 27 homes annually, culminating in approximately 136 new residential units during the preceding five fiscal years. Thus far in the course of FY-26, approvals have reached 112. With an incoming rate of 3.3 additional occupants annually for each built residence over the five-year period spanning FY-21 to FY-25, construction has fallen well short of incoming demand, a situation that typically intensifies buyer rivalry and elevates prices, with new homes registering an average value of $405,000, which sits slightly above the regional baseline and points to a focus on higher-quality development.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $54.6 million have been registered in the current financial year, signaling significant non-residential development momentum. In comparison to the broader Greater Brisbane region, building development in the suburb of Beenleigh is significantly quieter, running 69.0% below the per-capita average of the metropolitan area. This constrained pipeline of new construction tends to bolster demand and sustain values for preexisting houses. This rate of construction is also lower than the national benchmark, reflecting the established layout of the neighborhood and indicating potential planning constraints. Recently constructed housing consists of 32.0% detached homes and 68.0% attached styles. This shift toward denser residential options offers more affordable entry points and attracts downsizers, real estate investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a clear shift from the current housing stock, which is 62.0% single-family houses, indicating a reduction in vacant land suitable for subdivision while aligning with changing lifestyle choices and affordability considerations. Recording approximately 352 residents for every authorized building approval, the suburb of Beenleigh displays characteristics of a fully developed market. Demographic projections indicate that the suburb of Beenleigh is set to add 1,420 new occupants by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimates by AreaSearch. If the current pace of construction persists, the supply of new housing may not keep up with this growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support upward pressure on property prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Beenleigh, worth an estimated $443 million. A further 43 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $20.1 billion. 18 are already under construction and 26 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, retail 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 changes play a significant role in shaping the performance of a suburb. A total of 23 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a potential impact on the local area. Among the key developments are the Osprey Waters Retirement Village, Beenleigh Marketplace Enhancement, Holmview Shopping Centre Expansion, and the Beenleigh Community Hub, with the accompanying records focusing on the details of those expected to be most significant.
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Beenleigh Community Hub
A community facility providing meeting spaces, recreational programs, youth services, and community support programs to serve the growing Beenleigh area.
Holmview Central Shopping Centre Stage 2 Expansion
Major expansion of Holmview Central Shopping Centre by Lancini Property and Development. The proposal includes a second full-line supermarket, new specialty retail, a family hotel, food and beverage outlets, drive-thru tenancies, tyre and auto services, about 475 additional car parks, a new signalised intersection and internal road upgrades. Community updates issued during 2025 indicate the project remains in the development approvals process.
Osprey Waters Lifestyle Resort
Over-50s land lease lifestyle resort comprising approximately 198 low-maintenance homes, a resort-style Country Club with ballroom, cinema, heated pool, tennis courts, and community facilities, situated on the banks of the Albert River in Beenleigh, Queensland. Developed and operated by Living Gems under its own Osprey Waters brand.
Beenleigh Marketplace Enhancement
Owner-led reinvestment and enhancement program for Beenleigh Marketplace, the sub-regional shopping centre in the heart of Beenleigh in the City of Logan. The centre opened in 1978 as Beenleigh Mall, was substantially redeveloped in 2013, and was acquired by Sydney-based property investor and developer Mintus from Dexus Wholesale Property Fund for approximately 85 million dollars in late 2022. The 60,680 square metre landholding supports a centre anchored by Woolworths, Big W and an EG Ampol service station, alongside more than 55 specialty stores and services, a 130 seat food court and close to 900 car parking spaces, roughly half of them under cover.The centre draws about 2.6 million visits each year and serves a trade area of some 115,000 residents that is forecast to grow strongly on the back of the Yarrabilba and Flagstone growth fronts. Mintus has flagged a staged value-add strategy for the asset covering tenancy remixing, common area and food court refurbishment, accessibility and amenity upgrades, and relocation of essential services out of the flood-prone undercroft car park so the centre can reopen more quickly after Logan and Albert River flood events. No development application for a floorspace expansion has been lodged with Logan City Council to date, so the scope, cost and timing remain indicative.
Distillery Road Market (DRM) Precinct Expansion
Completed expansion of the Distillery Road Market food, drink and entertainment precinct in Eagleby, anchored by the Zarraffas Coffee headquarters, The F.E.D. food and entertainment district, Perentie Brewing Co, covered market hall and outdoor entertainment spaces. The project delivers around 17,000 square metres of retail, hospitality and event space next to the Beenleigh Artisan Distillery, creating a regional destination between Brisbane and the Gold Coast with a regular program of markets, festivals and live music.
Beenleigh Town Square
Completed town centre urban renewal project in the heart of Beenleigh that has transformed a former six way roundabout into a flexible civic plaza and community gathering space. The square includes a civic platform, pavilion structure that could accommodate a future cafe, event lawns, dedicated market space, public amenities, power and water services, and improved pedestrian connections to the wider Beenleigh Town Centre. It now regularly hosts markets, festivals and concerts and acts as a catalyst for broader Beenleigh streetscape upgrades, with construction works completed in early 2022 under the leadership of Logan City Council.Sources: Logan City Council Beenleigh Town Square project information, venue hire pack and internal record and category mapping. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Beenleigh Central Shopping Complex
New shopping complex featuring tavern and 10 retail outlets with exceptional dual street access and high visibility location. Developed to serve growing Beenleigh retail demand with modern facilities and ample parking.
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Auctioned site for potential 30-storey mixed-use tower, offering prime redevelopment in Beenleigh with office and residential possibilities.
4,125 residents of Beenleigh are employed, from a labour force of 4,521. Unemployment sits at 8.8%, with participation at 60.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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 Beenleigh presents a balanced mix of professional and industrial roles, with the building sector showing particularly strong local representation, alongside an unemployment rate of 8.8% derived from aggregated local data. As of March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,125, while the local jobless rate sat 4.4% higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, indicating potential for labor market improvement, and the participation rate of 60.6% is notably lower than the metropolitan average of 70.4%. According to census data, a modest 8.5% of workers operated from their homes, although this figure should be interpreted in the context of historical pandemic restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and manufacturing. The local area displays a notable specialization in construction, where the concentration of jobs is 1.6 times the regional benchmark. In contrast, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for 4.4% of local employment compared to the regional average of 8.9%. This largely residential locality appears to provide a limited pool of local jobs, as highlighted by comparing the count of working residents against those employed within the area. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics for the local area reveals that during the 12 months leading up to March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 2.4% while total employment fell by 3.1%, resulting in a 0.6 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Brisbane saw employment expand by 3.2% and its labor force grow by 3.4%, with its jobless rate increasing by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future labor demand for the suburb of Beenleigh. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential changes. Nationwide employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sectors are expected to grow at very different rates. Applying these industry projections directly to the employment profile of the suburb of Beenleigh suggests local jobs could grow by 5.9% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not account for specific local population growth projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Beenleigh is $1,155 a week (about $60,000 a year), with median personal income at $642 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,372 a year against an average of $50,725. 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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Taxpayer records from the ATO for the financial year 2023 indicate that the median income in the suburb of Beenleigh stands at $45,372, with the average income recorded at $50,725. These figures sit below the national benchmarks and contrast with the median of $58,236 and average of $72,799 observed across Greater Brisbane. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index rise of 11.36% since the financial year 2023, estimated income levels as of March 2026 would be roughly $50,526 for the median and $56,487 for the average. Census data from 2021 shows that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Beenleigh all place between the 10th and 18th percentiles on a national scale.
The largest single income cohort contains 28.4% of residents, representing 2,564 individuals, who fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is comparable to the metropolitan pattern where 33.3% of the population occupies this range. Housing affordability presents a severe challenge, with residents retaining only 78.2% of their income, which places the area in the 7th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Beenleigh had 3,298 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 63% detached houses and 18% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 55% rented and 18% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,387 a month. Rent absorbs 26.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.7%. 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 residential landscape in the suburb of Beenleigh at the time of the latest Census consisted of 62.5% free-standing houses and 37.5% alternative dwelling types, such as townhouses, units, or other structures, compared to the Brisbane metropolitan breakdown of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The level of home ownership in the suburb of Beenleigh stood at 18.0%, which is lower than the metropolitan average, with the remaining residential properties occupied by households with a mortgage, accounting for 27.5%, or renting, which made up 54.6%. The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $1,387, which is lower than the Brisbane metro median of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was $300, compared to the metropolitan median of $380.
On a national scale, mortgage costs in the suburb of Beenleigh are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent levels are also lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Beenleigh counted 3,298 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,535 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 19% are couples with children, fewer than in 88% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 37% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households in the area at 58.9%, which includes couples with children at 19.4%, couples without children at 20.6%, and single parents at 17.3%. Non-family households account for the remaining 41.1%, with lone person households representing 36.7% and group households making up 4.3% of the total. The average household size stands at 2.3 individuals, which is smaller than the metropolitan average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
11.7% of adults in Beenleigh hold a university qualification, including 8.3% with a bachelor degree and 2.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 33.7% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 4,029 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 975 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 profiles in the area show lower rates of higher education, with 11.7% of residents holding a university qualification, compared to the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This situation highlights both a developmental hurdle and a potential focus area for learning programs. Bachelor degrees represent the most common university qualification at 8.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.1% and graduate diplomas at 1.3%. Practical and vocational skills are widely represented, with 43.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.2% and certificate-level training at 33.7%.
Participation in study is high, with 30.4% of local residents currently engaged in some form of structured learning. This group includes 10.7% enrolled in primary education, 8.9% attending secondary schools, and 3.4% undertaking tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Beenleigh reaches 50 stops on 51 routes, timetabled for about 3,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An assessment of public transport shows 50 active transit stops in the suburb of Beenleigh, consisting of a combination of rail and bus infrastructure. These facilities are served by 51 distinct routes, which combine to support 3,776 weekly passenger trips. Access to transit is rated highly, with residents generally living within 239 meters of their nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary choice for 89% of commuters, while 5% use the train network. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.2 cars per household, which is lower than the metropolitan average.
A relatively small 8.5% of working residents performed their duties from home according to the 2021 Census, a figure that may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Transit service frequency averages 539 journeys daily across the network, which translates to roughly 75 weekly trips for each individual stop.
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58.8% of residents in Beenleigh report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 95% of areas nationally. 9.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.4 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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Significant health concerns are apparent in the suburb of Beenleigh, based on mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic health issues that affect both older and younger age groups, while the rate of private health insurance is low, covering approximately 47% of the population, which corresponds to roughly 4,272 people. This coverage rate is lower than the Greater Brisbane level of 55.8% and the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health conditions recorded among local residents are mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 12.5 and 10.2% of the population respectively, while 58.8% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
The working-age cohort experiences notable health difficulties, marked by higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older make up 17.5% of the local population, representing 1,580 individuals, which is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 15.1%. The health status of local seniors indicates some areas of concern, with national health rankings for this group generally aligning with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
25.1% of Beenleigh residents were born overseas and 11.1% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.8%) and Australian (25.7%). 3.6% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Beenleigh exhibits a higher level of cultural diversity than average, with 11.1% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 25.1% of the population born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 45.6% of the population. The most notable statistical variance from the metropolitan average is in the category of Other, which accounts for 1.3% of the population, matching the 1.3% share seen across Greater Brisbane. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three largest heritage groups in the suburb of Beenleigh are English at 29.8%, Australian at 25.7%, and Other at 8.0%.
There are also distinct differences in the representation of other backgrounds compared to the wider region, with Maori ancestry representing 2.9% of the population compared to 1.1% across the region, New Zealand ancestry at 1.5% compared to 1.0%, and Samoan ancestry at 1.1% compared to 0.9%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Beenleigh is 38. 27.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 38, the suburb of Beenleigh is slightly older than Greater Brisbane, which has a median of 36, though it matches the national median of 38 years. The 55 - 64 age bracket is well represented at 12.4% relative to the metropolitan average, while the 35 - 44 cohort is less common at 12.5%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 75 to 84 has increased from 4.5% to 6.1% of the population, whereas the 15 to 24 cohort has decreased from 13.5% to 12.3%. Projections to 2041 indicate notable shifts in the local age profile, led by the 75 to 84 cohort, which is expected to expand by 53%, representing an increase of 292 people to reach 843 from an initial 550.
The aging trend is pronounced, with residents aged 65+ accounting for 55% of the projected growth, while the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 cohorts are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Beenleigh
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 | Jul 2026 last month all 10 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 Jul 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 — 59 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,425 at the 2021 Census → 9,031 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 (SAL30202). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.