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Branyan has an estimated 5,095 residents, up from 4,660 at the 2021 Census — a change of 435 people, or 9.3%. Growth has averaged 1.7% a year over five years. 132 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 74.0% of that increase. That puts 147 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to investigations of ABS demographic statistics for the wider region, alongside recent address records confirmed by AreaSearch post-Census, the suburb of Branyan holds an estimated population of approximately 5,095 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 435 residents (9.3%) compared to the 2021 Census, when the count stood at 4,660 individuals. This variation is derived from a resident headcount of 5,028, calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS demographic release from June 2025 and 132 validated new addresses identified after the Census date. Such population levels represent a density of 146 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per resident and potential capacity for future growth.
The 9.3% expansion rate recorded in the suburb of Branyan since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 region (9.1%) as well as the Rest of Qld, positioning it as a local growth frontrunner. The upward population trajectory was chiefly driven by interstate moves, which accounted for roughly 74.0% of the overall gains in recent times, though natural increase and overseas arrivals also registered positive contributions. Projections developed by the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 sectors, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilised by AreaSearch. For any SA2 sectors lacking this coverage, or for dates beyond 2032, Queensland State Government projections published in 2023 utilizing 2021 baseline data are substituted. Since these state-level figures do not break down population by age, AreaSearch distributes growth using proportional weights from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which are based on 2022 data. Looking at future demographics in the suburb of Branyan, projections indicate growth exceeding the national median for regional areas, with a projected rise of 717 residents by 2041 across the aggregated SA2 boundaries, representing a total expansion of 12.8% over the 16 years.
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168 new dwellings have been approved in Branyan over the past five years, an average of 33 a year. That places the area in the 60th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 23 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 36, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis by AreaSearch of ABS building approvals assigned from localized statistical data shows that Branyan registers approximately 33 approved homes annually. This translates to an estimated 168 residential approvals over the last 5 financial years (running from FY-21 to FY-25) and 33 approvals during FY-26 so far. Over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), an average of 2.5 new residents were added for each completed home, indicating robust demand that underpins housing values. The average expected construction cost for these new dwellings is $681,000, revealing that developers are targeting the high-end market with premium properties.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $15.9 million have been logged in the current financial year, showing a moderate volume of non-residential building activity. Compared with the Rest of Qld, construction volumes in Branyan are slightly elevated, tracking 12.0% above the regional per-capita average over the 5 year period. This helps maintain diverse choices for purchasers while sustaining established property values, even though building pace has slowed lately. Additionally, new residential approvals consist entirely of detached houses, maintaining the low-density character of the neighborhood and catering to buyers seeking spacious yards. The area currently records roughly 263 people for every housing approval, pointing to potential for further residential expansion. Demographic projections show Branyan adding 650 residents by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. With the current pace of construction, the volume of incoming housing should easily satisfy this demand, offering favorable buying conditions and potentially paving the way for expansion beyond these baseline population forecasts.
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AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Branyan, worth an estimated $551 million. A further 23 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $3.09 billion. 12 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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 council planning schemes are critical drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 11 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Prominent developments include The Ridge on Branyan, Bundaberg GHAG Solar PV Park, Vitwood Branyan Estate, and Branvale Estate, with the subsequent list outlining the most significant proposals.
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Branvale Estate
A premium residential land estate in Bundaberg offering fully serviced, easement-free allotments exceeding 1,000m2 with wide frontages. Stage 3 construction is now complete with 18 allotments sold out and new stages planned. Features rock-free, flat, flood-free lots with town water, sewer, NBN and underground power. The estate maintains high building standards with custom-built homes, providing spacious lots suitable for sheds, pools and family homes.
The Ridge on Branyan
A premium riverside residential estate in Branyan offering elevated land opportunities with access to the Burnett River. Stages 1-9 are sold out with Stage 11 releasing soon. Block sizes range from 700-1300 sqm with full services including sewerage, town water, underground power, and NBN. Located close to Sugarland Shopping Centre, Branyan State School, a new childcare facility, CQU campus, new hospital site, and Bundaberg Airport.
Vitwood Branyan Estate
A major masterplanned residential community proposed by Vitwood Pty Ltd, featuring approximately 785 dwellings across 69 hectares. The project is a key component of the Branyan Local Plan Area, which was formally integrated into the Bundaberg Regional Council Planning Scheme (Version 6.5) in April 2026. The development includes a proposed neighborhood supermarket, extensive open space networks, and specialized activity centers along Childers Road designed to manage urban expansion and improve housing choice in the growing Branyan-Kensington corridor.
Branyan Local Plan Area
An 820-hectare urban expansion precinct guided by the Bundaberg Regional Council Planning Scheme. The plan facilitates a long-term phased development strategy transitioning Emerging Community land into low and medium-density residential neighbourhoods supported by activity centres. Supported by state infrastructure activation funding, the framework unlocks critical wastewater network capacity to service thousands of future homes alongside local parks and environmental corridor protections.
The Habitat Estate
The Habitat Estate is a completed boutique masterplanned residential estate in Branyan comprising approximately 62 house and land lots. The development includes completed community infrastructure such as a public playground, Branyan Early Learning Centre, full urban services including NBN, and established homes. The originally proposed neighbourhood shops and cafes have not been confirmed as delivered. The estate is now a fully established residential community with ongoing private home construction on remaining lots.
Bundaberg GHAG Solar PV Park
Solar PV facility proposed near Bundaberg, Queensland, originally sized at 100MW and intended to supply power for the associated Green Hydrogen Australia Group (GHAG) Bundaberg Hydrogen Hub. GHAG was a consortium of Denzo Group (trustee of the Mathews Family Trust), Elvin Group Renewables, and hydrogen vehicle developer H2X, announced in 2020 with Trina Solar Australia proposed as PV module supplier and an estimated project cost of around AUD 300 million for the combined hydrogen hub.No construction, financing, or planning updates have been reported publicly since 2020. Global Energy Monitor's Global Solar Power Tracker lists the associated Bundaberg (Denzo) solar farm, sized at 58MW and wholly owned by Denzo Group, with a status of inferred cancelled since September 2022. H2X Global's more recent public updates focus solely on its hydrogen vehicle manufacturing business and make no mention of the Bundaberg hub, and no current development application activity could be located with Bundaberg Regional Council. Project status could not be confirmed as active.
New Social Housing in Avoca, Bundaberg
Two-stage modular social housing development delivering 46 homes for Queenslanders experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Stage 1 comprising 6 family homes has been completed and occupied. Stage 2 comprising 40 apartments across seven two-storey and two three-storey buildings is now under construction after commencing in late 2025, with completion and tenant occupation expected during mid 2026. The development includes 7-star energy efficient modular homes, communal open space, accessible design and is managed by the Bundaberg Housing Service Centre.
Svensson Heights Intersection Upgrade
Intersection safety upgrade delivered by Bundaberg Regional Council with Queensland Government support. Works included a raised safety platform with new Give Way signage and tactile indicators, asphalt resurfacing and updated line marking to improve safety and traffic flow at Commercial St, Production St and Brickworks Cct.
2,883 residents of Branyan are employed, from a labour force of 2,932. Unemployment sits at 1.7%, with participation at 73.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,042, about 79% 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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Branyan presents a diverse labor pool encompassing both white and blue collar roles, with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of just 1.7%, and an estimated employment growth of 6.0% over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,883 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 2.2% below Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%, and workforce participation is well beyond standard (73.4% compared to Regional Qld's 64.3%). Based on Census responses, a low 4.7% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The community displays a marked concentration in health care & social assistance, where the employment proportion is 1.3 times the regional standard. Conversely, accommodation & food services has a small footprint, employing 5.7% of the workforce compared to 8.3% across the wider region. Comparing the number of working residents to local job counts in the Census suggests that local employment openings within the immediate area are relatively scarce. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader regional boundaries, the year ending March 2026 saw employment expand by 6.0% and the active labour force rise by 4.7%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 1.2 percentage points. In comparison, Regional Qld experienced an employment rise of 0.1%, a labour force expansion of 0.3%, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide additional context on potential employment trends for Branyan. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local industry profile to estimate future trends. While national employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change differ widely by sector. Aligning these industry trends with the local workforce structure indicates that employment among residents should grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though this is a simple weighted calculation for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Branyan is $1,737 a week (about $90,000 a year), with median personal income at $742 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,766 a year against an average of $67,673. 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 data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 shows that residents in the suburb of Branyan earn incomes that align closely with the national average. The median income among local taxpayers is $54,766, and the average income is $67,673, compared to Regional Qld levels of $53,146 and $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be approximately $60,987 for the median and $75,361 for the average. Census records show that household, family, and individual incomes in Branyan are moderate, placing between the 37th and 49th percentiles.
The largest income bracket contains 35.6% of residents (1,813 people) who earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the regional trend of 31.7% in this same range. After meeting housing costs, households retain 86.6% of their income for other living costs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Branyan had 1,549 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 0% apartments. 46% are owned with a mortgage, 18% rented and 36% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,600 a month. Rent absorbs 20.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.3%. 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, the housing mix in Branyan was dominated by separate houses at 99.2%, with other formats like semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings making up only 0.8%, compared to Regional Qld where houses constitute 76.4% and other styles make up 23.6%. Home ownership levels in Branyan exceeded regional averages at 36.3%, while the remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (45.5%) or occupied by tenants (18.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment was below the Regional Qld benchmark at $1,600, while the median weekly rent was $350, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345.
On a national level, Branyan's mortgage repayments are notably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Branyan counted 1,549 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,694 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 77% of areas nationally, against 34% couples without children. 13% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families comprise the vast majority of households at 84.5%, consisting of couples with children at 39.0%, couples without children at 34.0%, and single parent households at 11.1%. Non-family households account for the remaining 15.5%, which includes single person homes at 13.2% and group shared houses at 2.2%. The median household size of 2.9 residents is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
15.2% of adults in Branyan hold a university qualification, including 11.4% with a bachelor degree and 1.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 32.9% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 472 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 979 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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Academic profiles show room for improvement in the region, as the proportion of residents holding university qualifications (15.2%) sits well below the Australian benchmark of 30.4%, pointing to an opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 11.4%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.0%) and postgraduate degrees (1.8%). Conversely, vocational and technical credentials are very common, with 41.8% of individuals aged 15+ holding a trade qualification, split between advanced diplomas (8.9%) and certificates (32.9%). Enrolment rates are remarkably strong, with 29.5% of the local population engaged in formal study.
This comprises 11.3% of residents attending primary school, 10.6% in high school, and 2.8% undertaking tertiary education courses.
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Getting around Branyan means driving: households keep an average of 2.0 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport connectivity includes 1 active transport stop within Branyan, serviced by bus operators. This stop is linked to 2 distinct routes, which provide a combined 55 passenger trips each week. Transport convenience is low, with residents living an average of 3832 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential profile, the vast majority of workers travel outside the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary commute choice for 97% of people. Households own an average of 2.0 vehicles, which is higher than the regional norm. A minor 4.7% of working residents performed their jobs from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Service frequency is styled around an average of 7 daily trips across the transit routes, translating to roughly 55 weekly departures per stop.
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66.8% of residents in Branyan report no long-term health condition. 6.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.1 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 assessments of mortality patterns and the frequency of chronic ailments, Branyan presents notable health difficulties. Common medical conditions are somewhat widespread across the community, showing a much stronger concentration among older demographic groups, while private medical coverage is relatively common, held by roughly 54% of the population (~2,752 people). Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent diagnosed conditions, affecting 9.7 and 8.1% of residents, while 66.8% of the community reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health indicators for the working-age cohort are generally average.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 16.6% of the population (845 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld level of 20.4%. While health metrics for older residents present difficulties, they rank better nationally than those of the broader local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Branyan is largely Australian-born, at 89.2% of residents, with 4.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.3%) and Australian (30.9%). 3.0% 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 in Branyan is lower than average, with 89.2% of residents born in Australia, 92.3% holding citizenship, and 95.2% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 52.5% of the population, which compares closely to the 52.2% recorded across Regional Qld. Regarding parental birthplace and ancestry, the three largest ethnic groups in Branyan are English at 31.3%, Australian at 30.9%, and Scottish at 7.8%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds compared to the region, with German ancestry overrepresented at 6.5% (compared to 4.7% regionally), Russian at 0.4% (compared to 0.2%), and Hungarian at 0.3% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Branyan is 38. 25.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 38 years in Branyan is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 41, matching the national figure of 38 years. Children aged 5 - 14 show strong representation at 14.6% compared to Regional Qld, while the 65 - 74 age group is less common at 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of youth aged 15 to 24 grew from 11.8% to 14.4%, while children aged 5 to 14 decreased from 16.1% to 14.6%. Population projections for 2041 point to notable demographic shifts in Branyan, led by a 32% expansion in the 25 to 34 age bracket, rising from 580 to 764 people (an increase of 183 people), while the 15 to 24 cohort is projected to shrink by 17 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Branyan
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 6 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 Aug 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 — 132 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,660 at the 2021 Census → 5,095 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 (SAL30361). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.