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Browns Plains (Qld) has an estimated 8,035 residents, up from 6,632 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,403 people, or 21.2%. Growth has averaged 3.5% a year over five years, faster than 91% of areas nationally. 255 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 41.0% of that increase. That puts 1,569 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 releases for the wider region and fresh addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the resident count for the suburb of Browns Plains (Qld) is projected to be approximately 8,035 in May 2026. This represents a gain of 1,403 individuals (21.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented a total of 6,632 residents. This shift is calculated from a local population of 7,910, determined by AreaSearch through analyzing the latest ERP release by the ABS (June 2025) and incorporating an additional 255 verified new addresses since the Census date.
This size of population results in a density of 1,569 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure observed across nationwide locations tracked by AreaSearch. The 21.2% expansion in the suburb of Browns Plains (Qld) since the 2021 census outpaced the national average (9.3%), as well as the state, positioning the area as a regional growth leader. Population expansion here was mostly fueled by interstate relocation, which accounted for roughly 41.0% of the overall population rise in recent times, though all components including overseas migration and natural increase remained positive contributors. AreaSearch utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 zone, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For SA2 zones missing this data, and for any years after 2032, the Queensland State Government's SA2 projections, published in 2023 using 2021 baseline data, are utilized. Note that these state-level projections lack age breakdown statistics; consequently, where they are used, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings aligned with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, using 2022 baseline data) for each individual age bracket. Looking at future demographic shifts, a major population surge within the highest quartile of statistical regions reviewed by AreaSearch is anticipated, with the suburb of Browns Plains (Qld) projected to grow by 1,913 individuals up to 2041 based on compiled SA2 data, representing an overall expansion of 22.2% over the 16 years.
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386 new dwellings have been approved in Browns Plains (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 77 a year. That places the area in the 92nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 10 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 89 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 34% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 24, 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 AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building approvals compiled from regional datasets, the locality has seen roughly 77 residential units approved annually, amounting to approximately 386 residences over the last 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, 22 building approvals have been logged. With an average of 3.2 additional inhabitants per year for every dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25), the volume of supply is falling far behind demand, which typically triggers stronger buyer competition and upward pricing pressure, while new properties are being constructed at an average estimated cost of $423,000—slightly above regional averages—indicating a focus on higher-quality developments.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals valued at $66.5 million have been registered during this financial year, pointing to strong local business investment. In comparison to Greater Brisbane, the locality exhibits approximately two-thirds of the rate of new dwelling approvals per capita, whilst placing in the 87th percentile of all regions evaluated across the nation. This sits far above the national average, showcasing robust developer confidence in the area. Recent building activity consists of 34.0% detached houses and 66.0% medium and high-density options. This shift toward denser housing formats provides affordable options for entry and attracts downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a major departure from the existing housing profile (which is currently 78.0% houses), driven by a diminishing supply of development land and responding to changing lifestyle choices and budget constraints. The area registers roughly 104 people for every home approval, pointing to an expanding market. Looking ahead, the locality is projected to add 1,788 residents by 2041 (calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly projections). Based on modern building trends, the supply of new housing is expected to easily satisfy demand, providing favorable purchasing conditions and potentially enabling population growth to exceed current forecasts.
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AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Browns Plains (Qld), worth an estimated $998 million. A further 48 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $86.6 billion. 18 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics 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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Few elements impact local real estate dynamics as much as changes to regional infrastructure, major works, and urban planning schemes. In total, 10 key projects have been tracked by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the locality. Primary undertakings include The Avenues at Browns Plains, Grand Plaza Shopping Centre Amenities Refurbishment, Browns Plains Central, and the Logan Plan, with the following list highlighting those anticipated to have the greatest impact.
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Grand Plaza Shopping Centre Amenities Refurbishment
Internal upgrade program at Grand Plaza, the regional shopping centre at Browns Plains in Logan. The current scope, lodged with Logan City Council in May 2025 (reference PDCOM/1509/2025), covers a commercial amenities refurbishment refreshing customer washrooms and supporting facilities. The works form part of an ongoing centre renewal program led by co-owners Vicinity Centres and EG Funds Management, building on the recently completed food court refurbishment which introduced new ceramic and timber finishes, additional seating and a kids play zone.A steady stream of specialty store fitouts is also progressing through 2025 and 2026 (including Pandora, Essential Beauty and Sunshine Kitchen), reflecting active tenancy reconfiguration across the centre. Grand Plaza spans around 53,000 square metres of gross lettable area and is anchored by Big W, Kmart, Target, Coles, Woolworths, Aldi and Event Cinemas. The centre has previously trialled rooftop drone deliveries with Wing.
Browns Plains Central
Browns Plains Central is a major mixed-use urban renewal project located opposite Grand Plaza. The masterplanned community is designed to deliver approximately 1200 apartments and townhouses integrated with retail and commercial spaces. The development aligns with the Browns Plains Local Plan to transform the site into a high-density urban hub, fostering local employment and residential growth within the Logan City Council region.
The Avenues at Browns Plains
Boutique collection of 128 luxury townhomes and apartments with rooftop terraces, located directly opposite Grand Plaza Shopping Centre in Browns Plains. Developed by Turrisi Properties, the project targets owner-occupiers and investors seeking premium finishes and an inner-suburban lifestyle close to retail, transport and schools.
Pan Pacific Recycling Solar Panel Recycling Facility
Queensland's first licensed commercial solar panel recycling facility. The Crestmead plant has commenced commercial operations and is capable of processing up to 240,000 end-of-life solar panels annually. The facility recovers up to 99% of panel materials including glass, aluminium, silicon, copper and silver while also expanding into battery recycling services.
Loganlea Station and Park 'n' Ride Relocation
Joint Australian and Queensland Government project to relocate Loganlea station about 500m south opposite Logan Hospital and upgrade the park 'n' ride. The new station will improve access to Logan Hospital, Loganlea TAFE and Loganlea State High School, with ramps, stairs, lifts, a pedestrian overpass, raised platforms, lighting, CCTV, real-time passenger information, bus stops, kiss 'n' ride, bicycle parking and provision for future Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail expansion. Major construction is underway and completion is targeted for 2027, subject to conditions.
Crestmead Logistics Estate
A 1.5 billion dollar master-planned industrial precinct spanning 157 hectares on the corner of Green and Clarke Roads in Crestmead, around 25 kilometres south of Brisbane. Developed by Pointcorp and amalgamated over five years from 2014, the nine-stage estate is set to deliver approximately 650,000 square metres of warehousing, business, logistics and manufacturing space, with around 6,000 ongoing jobs forecast for the Logan economy. More than 1.1 million square metres of land has been sold within the master plan, with major occupiers and developers including Mapletree, GPT, Bunnings, Bevchain, Visy, Toll, Phoenix Transport, Frucor and Nick Scali.Singapore-based Mapletree Investments holds a 36 hectare super-lot for its Mapletree Logistics Park, with Stage 1 (over 63,000 square metres) fully leased shortly after completion, Stage 2 (around 37,751 square metres) committed in early 2025, and further stages 3 and 4 planned to take the park to roughly 200,000 square metres. The final remaining block (Lot 61) within Stages 9 and 10 was offered for sale in late 2024 with site works due to be ready for settlement and build in early 2025, indicating the broader estate is in its final delivery phase.
Paradise in Parkinson
Paradise in Parkinson is a masterplanned residential land estate comprising 118 residential lots delivered across multiple stages. Civil works and staged land releases have progressed, with the estate being marketed for house and land packages within the Stretton College catchment. The development includes landscaped open space, green corridors and new local road infrastructure.
Logan West Upgrade
Major expansion to widen the western section of the Logan Motorway. Includes adding an additional lane in each direction between Centenary Motorway and Mount Lindesay Highway, plus a westbound lane between Boundary Road and Formation Street. The project features an upgrade to the Formation Street interchange, new smart motorway technologies, and increased vehicle height capacity for freight.
3,538 residents of Browns Plains (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 3,833. Unemployment sits at 7.7%, with participation at 62.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 8,732, about 109% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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 local workforce is evenly distributed between professional and industrial roles, with manufacturing and industrial sectors strongly represented, alongside an unemployment rate of 7.7%, compiled by AreaSearch from regional statistics. As of March 2026, 3,538 local residents are employed, while the jobless rate sits 3.4% higher than the Greater Brisbane level of 4.3%, indicating room for progress, and labor force participation is notably lower (62.4% compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.4%). Census data indicates that a small 8.1% of working residents performed their jobs from home, though the influence of COVID-19 containment measures should be kept in mind.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. The locality displays a strong concentration in manufacturing, with an employment share that is 1.8 times the regional benchmark. In contrast, professional & technical services are underrepresented, making up 3.4% of local jobs compared to the regional average of 8.9%. A ratio of 0.7 workers for every resident at the time of the Census indicates a higher-than-average level of local employment opportunities. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader areas, during the 12 months ending March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 3.0% while employment fell by 4.4%, causing the unemployment rate to climb by 1.4 percentage points. Conversely, Greater Brisbane recorded an employment rise of 3.2% and a labor force expansion of 3.4%, with a 0.1 percentage point increase. National workforce forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia can provide extra context on potential future demands in the locality. These projections, spanning five and ten-year periods, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future patterns. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely across different industrial sectors. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the local employment distribution suggests local jobs should rise by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Browns Plains (Qld) is $1,390 a week (about $72,000 a year), with median personal income at $681 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,912 a year against an average of $55,470. 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 income statistics for the area show a median of $49,912 and an average of $55,470, according to the most recent postcode-level ATO records compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. These figures sit below the national average, contrasting with a median of $58,236 and an average of $72,799 in Greater Brisbane. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index rise of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would stand at approximately $55,582 (median) and $61,771 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes are all relatively low, placing between the 25th and 28th percentiles.
The earnings distribution shows that the largest group, comprising 35.5% of local residents (2,852 people), falls in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which aligns with broader regional patterns where 33.3% occupy this same bracket. Housing affordability pressure is major, leaving only 80.2% of income after housing costs, placing the area in the 22nd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Browns Plains (Qld) had 2,169 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 78% detached houses and 4% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 48% rented and 20% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,434 a month. Rent absorbs 25.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential configurations in the area, according to the most recent Census, consisted of 78.1% free-standing houses and 21.9% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to the Brisbane metropolitan averages of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Furthermore, the rate of home ownership was lower than the Brisbane metropolitan average, standing at 19.6%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (31.9%) or occupied by tenants (48.4%). The median monthly home loan payment was significantly below the Brisbane metro average at $1,434, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $350, compared to Brisbane metro figures of $1,863 and $380 respectively.
On a national scale, mortgage payments are notably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents sit below the countrywide benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Browns Plains (Qld) counted 2,169 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,628 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 22% couples without children. 22% 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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Family units make up the vast majority of households at 73.4%, which includes 29.7% couples raising children, 22.2% couples without children, and 19.5% single parents with children. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 26.6%, consisting of single-person households at 22.4% and group shared homes at 4.3% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.7 people is slightly larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.9% of adults in Browns Plains (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 11.0% with a bachelor degree and 3.1% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 77% of areas nationally. A further 30.6% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 2,157 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 932 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 locality faces educational barriers, with tertiary qualification rates (14.9%) sitting significantly below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This presents a clear challenge as well as a chance for focused educational programs. Undergraduate degrees are the most common at 11.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.1%) and graduate diplomas (0.8%). Vocational and technical expertise is highly prevalent, with 41.1% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (30.6%). Participation in study is remarkably strong, with 33.2% of the local population currently signed up for formal study.
This comprises 12.4% enrolled in primary schools, 10.2% in high schools, and 3.8% enrolled in higher education.
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Public transport in Browns Plains (Qld) reaches 24 stops on 16 routes, timetabled for about 3,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 320 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 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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Public transport data identifies 24 active transit stops within the locality, consisting of various bus options. These transit locations are connected by 16 unique routes, which combine to support 3,162 weekly passenger trips. Transport connectivity is classified as good, with locals generally residing 317 meters away from the nearest boarding point. Due to the area's residential nature, the majority of workers travel outside the suburb, and private vehicles remain the primary choice for 92% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per home. A relatively low 8.1% of workers performed their jobs from home, which was recorded during the 2021 Census and may reflect conditions during the pandemic.
Transit service frequency averages 451 daily trips across all active routes, which translates to roughly 131 weekly trips for each individual stop.
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67.3% of residents in Browns Plains (Qld) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 87% of areas nationally. 8.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Public health metrics indicate major challenges for the area, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and chronic illness rates, with a notable incidence of common health issues across both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively low at roughly 49% of the total population (~3,951 people). This is lower than the 55.8% recorded across Greater Brisbane and the national benchmark of 55.7%. The most prevalent health concerns in the region were asthma and mental health challenges, each affecting 9.5 and 9.5% of the local population, while 67.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane.
The working-age cohort faces distinct health difficulties, showing higher rates of chronic conditions. Inhabitants aged 65 and older represent 10.9% of the community (875 people), which is lower than the 15.1% share in Greater Brisbane. Senior health outcomes present notable issues, with nationwide rankings generally matching those of the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
34.9% of Browns Plains (Qld) residents were born overseas and 27.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 75% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.6%) and Australian (21.7%). 3.4% 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 locality exhibits a higher degree of cultural diversity than most suburban markets, with 27.3% of residents using a non-English language at home and 34.9% of the population born outside Australia. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 42.3% of the local population. However, the most pronounced religious deviation is in Islam, which accounts for 6.5% of the community compared to 2.0% across Greater Brisbane. Regarding ancestral backgrounds (parents' birthplace), the three most common ancestries in the area are English, representing 23.6% of the population, Australian, representing 21.7% of the population, and Other, representing 16.3% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional average of 9.4%.
Furthermore, there are clear differences in the concentration of other ethnic backgrounds: Maori heritage is highly represented at 3.0% of the population (compared to 1.1% regionally), Samoan at 2.3% (compared to 0.9%), and Hungarian at 0.4% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Browns Plains (Qld) is 34, younger than 82% of areas nationally. 30.2% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 34, the locality is slightly younger than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and sits below the nationwide figure of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, the area has a larger proportion of residents aged 5 - 14 (15.1%) but a lower share of people aged 75 - 84 (3.2%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 14.0% to 15.8% of the local population, while the 25 to 34 group has shrunk from 15.5% to 14.4%. Future demographic models for 2041 suggest significant changes for the locality, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow the fastest at 41%, adding 395 residents to reach a total of 1,352, whereas the 0 to 4 group is projected to rise by a modest 3% (17 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Browns Plains (Qld)
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 3 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 Jun 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 — 255 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,632 at the 2021 Census → 8,035 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 (SAL30395). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.