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Bentley Park has an estimated 9,238 residents, up from 8,360 at the 2021 Census — a change of 878 people, or 10.5%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years. 216 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 44.0% of that increase. That puts 1,347 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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Bentley Park's population is estimated at around 9,238 as of May 2026, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the broader region and post-Census address validations. This represents a rise of 878 people (10.5%) relative to the 8,360 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This change is calculated using an estimated resident population of 9,214, which AreaSearch determined from the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with an additional 216 validated new addresses since the Census date. With these figures, the suburb of Bentley Park has a population density of 1,346 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio found across national localities analyzed by AreaSearch.
The suburb of Bentley Park outpaced both the SA3 area (6.9%) and the SA4 region with its 10.5% growth rate, established as a leader in regional growth. The expansion was chiefly fueled by natural growth, which accounted for approximately 44.0% of the overall population gains, though interstate and overseas migration also contributed positively. For each SA2 area, AreaSearch uses demographic projections published by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024 using 2022 as a baseline. When SA2 data is unavailable from this source, or for projections extending beyond 2032, state government projections for Queensland SA2 areas (published in 2023 utilizing 2021 data) are applied instead. Because Queensland state projections omit age-specific breakdowns, AreaSearch scales the cohorts proportionally using the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which rely on 2022 data. Looking forward, the suburb of Bentley Park is expected to experience population growth exceeding the median rate of non-metropolitan regions in Australia, with aggregate SA2-level forecasts indicating a rise of 1,707 persons to 2041, representing a total increase of 18.2% over the 16 years.
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383 new dwellings have been approved in Bentley Park over the past five years, an average of 76 a year. That places the area in the 80th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 73 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 99% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 18, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to building approval figures from the ABS compiled by AreaSearch for local statistical boundaries, the area has averaged approximately 76 new home approvals annually. This includes an estimated 383 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 17 during the current FY-26 period. Market conditions appear balanced and stable, with an average of 1.7 new residents added per year per completed home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25). New residential construction averages a value of $399,000. Additionally, commercial development approvals total $2.0 million for the current financial year, highlighting a focus that is overwhelmingly residential.
Per capita building approvals show that the local area has 147.0% more construction activity than the Rest of Qld, offering buyers a wider range of options. Detached dwellings dominate local construction at 99.0% of new projects, with medium and high-density choices representing just 1.0%, maintaining a suburban profile dominated by freestanding houses for buyers seeking space. An average of approximately 113 people per dwelling approval characterizes this as a growing area. Demographic projections indicate the local population will grow by 1,683 residents to 2041 compared to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Current rates of construction suggest that incoming housing supply will easily accommodate this demand, sustaining favorable purchasing conditions and potentially allowing growth to exceed existing demographic forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Bentley Park, worth an estimated $405 million. A further 42 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $3.98 billion. 14 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics 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 developments, and urban planning decisions represent some of the most significant influences on area performance. AreaSearch has identified 10 projects that are expected to affect the locality, with key developments including The Outlook, Cherrybrook Estate, Parkside Estate, and Cairns Gateway Estate (Riverstone Road North).
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The Outlook
The Outlook is a premier master-planned residential community in Bentley Park, Cairns. The estate offers large, elevated lots ranging from 826m2 to 1117m2, bordered by World Heritage rainforest and providing panoramic views of the local mountain ranges. It features landscaped parks, a major playground fronting Kearns Creek, and is located approximately 15 minutes from the Cairns CBD. Stages are currently being released with titled land ready for immediate construction.
Cherrybrook Estate
Cherrybrook is a master-planned residential community in Bentley Park, Cairns, featuring over 330 lots across 38.6 hectares. Fringed by World Heritage Rainforest, the estate offers custom homes and house and land packages with proximity to schools, retail, and the Walker Road Sporting Precinct. Recent activity includes the April 2026 release of the Cherrybrook Rise stage, providing new titled land and housing options.
Cairns Gateway Estate (Riverstone Road North)
A 13.9 hectare mixed-use master planned development at the southern gateway to Cairns, now marketed as Cairns Gateway Estate. The site sits at the intersection of the Bruce Highway A1 and Riverstone Road (Gillies Highway), with 474m of highway frontage. Approved as an 11-lot subdivision across three precincts: Transport Oriented Service Activity (Precinct 1), Industry and Service Activity (Precincts 2A & 2B), and Community and Accommodation Activity (Precinct 3). Stage 1 civil works are complete with 9 of 11 lots sold, including Pearl Mobil Service Station, Hungry Jacks, Banjo Bakery, and Grace Removals.Stage 2 civil works are planned for June 2026. The development will provide the first fuel stop between Innisfail and Cairns over a 90 km stretch.
Pinecrest Master Planned Community
Pinecrest is a master planned residential community at Mount Peter, about 15 minutes south of Cairns CBD. The estate is being delivered in staged releases, with Rocky Creek Stage 3 lots currently promoted for sale and further subdivision approvals progressing through Cairns Regional Council. The broader community is planned to include about 1500 residential allotments, commercial spaces, retirement living, upgraded roads, parks, pathways, creekside revegetation and community facilities.
Edmonton Business & Industry Park
A 212-hectare masterplanned business, industrial, retail, health and recreation precinct fronting the Bruce Highway in Edmonton, south of Cairns. The approved masterplan provides more than 100,000 square metres of gross floor area across six flexible stages, with early land north of Blackfellows Creek intended for industry and retail and later stages south of the creek including uses such as a private hospital, showrooms and a tavern. The plan also includes more than 50 hectares of public open space, walking and cycling paths, sporting fields and restoration of the Blackfellows Creek green corridor.
Cairns Community and Multicultural Centre
Cairns Regional Council is progressing a community and multicultural centre at Tiffany Street, White Rock to provide social facilities, outreach services and inclusive meeting space for White Rock and Cairns multicultural communities. The planned centre includes a commercial kitchen, multipurpose rooms for up to 200 people, small meeting rooms, service-provider space, foyer and reception, and covered outdoor areas. As of late 2025, the capital project was in preliminary design, with Council awarding the proposed five-year lease and operation contract to Centacare Far North Queensland, subject to final trustee lease arrangements.
Parkside Estate
Parkside Estate is a boutique residential subdivision of 25 lots in the southern Cairns growth corridor at Edmonton. Lot sizes range from 622 to 923 square metres, catering to families seeking generous land in a quiet, community-focused setting. The estate is located within easy reach of MacKillop Catholic College, Sugarworld Shopping Centre, and the Bruce Highway, providing good access to Cairns CBD approximately 13 kilometres to the north. Developed by Parkside Group, a fourth-generation North Queensland family business with over 75 years of development experience.
North Queensland Youth Alcohol and Other Drugs Residential Rehabilitation Service
The North Queensland Youth Alcohol and Other Drug Service (NQYAODS) is a $19.3 million, 10-bed residential rehabilitation facility providing 24/7 specialist care for young people aged 13-18. Developed in partnership with Queensland Health, YETI, and YSAS, the center offers a home-like environment with integrated clinical, cultural, and educational support designed to assist voluntary recovery and harm minimisation for youth in the Far North Queensland region.
4,687 residents of Bentley Park are employed, from a labour force of 4,954. Unemployment sits at 5.4%, with participation at 69.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 7,499, about 81% 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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Data aggregated by AreaSearch shows a workforce balanced between white-collar and blue-collar occupations, with a strong representation of essential services and an unemployment rate of 5.4%. In March 2026, 4,687 residents were employed. The local unemployment rate sits 1.5% above the Regional Qld average of 3.9%, while the participation rate is high at 69.6% compared to the regional benchmark of 64.3%. Census data indicates that a modest 11.5% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns. Local employment is mostly concentrated in retail trade, construction, and health care & social assistance.
Public administration & safety shows a particularly high concentration, with its share of employment reaching 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented at 1.0% compared to the regional average of 4.5%. A comparison of the local working population from the Census against resident counts indicates that this largely residential area offers few employment opportunities within its borders. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader region, the local labor force contracted by 2.0% and total employment fell by 4.4% in the year to March 2026, leading to a 2.4 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same period in Regional Qld, employment rose by 0.1%, the labor force grew by 0.3%, and unemployment ticked up by 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 can be mapped against local employment profiles to project future growth trends. These five and ten-year national forecasts project overall job growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with wide variation between sectors. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the local workforce distribution suggests employment for residents could rise by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, based on a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bentley Park is $1,831 a week (about $95,000 a year), with median personal income at $821 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,265 a year against an average of $60,390. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest ATO postcode statistics released for financial year 2023, local taxpayers have a median income of $54,265 and an average of $60,390. This sits below national benchmarks and compares to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated figures for March 2026 would be approximately $60,430 (median) and $67,250 (average). The 2021 Census shows that family, household, and personal incomes cluster around the 54th percentile nationally. The largest cohort of earners spans 41.6% of residents (3,843 people) who fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 category, mirroring the metropolitan pattern where 31.7% of the population falls into this bracket.
While housing costs absorb 16.3% of income, strong earnings keep disposable income at the 55th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bentley Park had 2,618 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 2% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 18% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $385 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 21.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, residential structures in the area consisted of 97.1% freestanding houses and 2.9% other options like apartments and townhouses, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options across Regional Qld. The homeownership rate lagged behind the Regional Qld average, sitting at 18.2%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (47.1%) or renters (34.7%). Local median monthly mortgage payments were lower than the Regional Qld average at $1,517, while median weekly rent was $385, compared to regional benchmarks of $1,655 and $345. Locally, mortgage repayments are considerably lower than the national average of $1,863, whereas rental costs exceed the Australian median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bentley Park counted 2,618 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,893 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 15% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 81.2%, which is composed of couples with children at 36.6%, couples without children at 25.8%, and single-parent households at 17.8%. The remaining 18.8% of households are non-family arrangements, consisting of single-person households at 15.3% and group households at 3.4%. The average household size is 3.0 people, exceeding the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.8% of adults in Bentley Park hold a university qualification, including 11.1% with a bachelor degree and 1.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 32.8% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 2,292 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 926 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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The local population presents lower rates of higher education, with university qualification rates at 14.8%, which is below the national average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.1%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.9% and postgraduate qualifications at 1.8%. Vocational education is highly prevalent, with 43.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a technical qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.0% and certificates at 32.8%. Enrolment in education is high, with 35.6% of residents actively participating in formal study. This cohort includes 13.9% in primary school, 11.5% in high school, and 3.4% in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Bentley Park reaches 18 stops on 5 routes, timetabled for about 380 services a week. The typical home sits about 310 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.7 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 analysis of public transport reveals 18 active stops within the suburb of Bentley Park, comprising a network of bus services. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes that provide 378 weekly passenger trips. Accessibility is rated favorably, with residents living an average of 311 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 95%. Households average 1.7 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low 11.5% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions.
Across all routes, there is an average frequency of 54 trips per day, which translates to roughly 21 weekly trips per individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.9% of residents in Bentley Park report no long-term health condition. 5.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.2 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic health conditions, the area faces notable health challenges that affect both younger and older cohorts, combined with a relatively low rate of private health insurance coverage at approximately 51% of the population (~4,723 people). Mental health conditions and asthma are the most prevalent issues locally, affecting 7.4 and 7.0% of the population, respectively. However, 74.9% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health outcomes for residents under 65 are better than average. Residents aged 65 and over account for 10.3% of the local population (951 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld average of 20.4%, with national health rankings aligning closely with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bentley Park is largely Australian-born, at 82.1% of residents, with 14.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (24.4%) and English (22.4%). 8.5% 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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Cultural diversity matches regional averages, with citizens making up 86.9% of the population, 82.1% born in Australia, and 85.5% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, representing 49.7% of the community. The most distinct variance is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 2.0% of residents compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. In terms of parental country of birth, the top three ancestries are Australian at 24.4%, English at 22.4% (which is lower than the regional average of 29.6%), and Other at 15.4% (which is higher than the regional average of 6.9%).
There are also notable differences for other ethnic ancestries: Australian Aboriginal represents 8.5% of the local population (compared to 3.9% regionally), New Zealand ancestry is at 1.1% (compared to 0.9%), and Samoan ancestry is at 0.5% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bentley Park is 32, younger than 90% of areas nationally. 30.1% 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 median age of 32 years is lower than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Bentley Park has a higher proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (16.8%) but fewer aged 65 - 74 (6.2%). Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group rose from 14.8% to 16.8%, while the 5 to 14 group fell from 18.2% to 15.6% and the 45 to 54 bracket declined from 12.8% to 11.4%. Demographic models suggest that by 2041, the age structure will change.
The 25 to 34 age group is projected to grow the most, increasing by 35% and adding 537 residents to reach 2,089. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 cohort is expected to shrink by 86 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bentley Park
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 | Apr 2026 4 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 Apr 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 — 216 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,360 at the 2021 Census → 9,238 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 (SAL30236). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.