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Bundaberg South has an estimated 3,653 residents, up from 3,494 at the 2021 Census — a change of 159 people, or 4.6%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years. That puts 1,616 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, alongside newly confirmed locations verified by AreaSearch post-Census, the suburb of Bundaberg South has an estimated residency of approximately 3,653 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 159 people (4.6%) since the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 3,494 individuals. The adjustment is determined from a resident count of 3,639, calculated by AreaSearch using the most recent ERP data from the ABS (June 2025) plus an extra 20 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
This population scale translates to a density of 1,616 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical level recorded across national areas monitored by AreaSearch. In recent times, population expansion in the locality was mostly driven by arrivals from abroad, which comprised roughly 87.0% of the overall population increases. AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia demographic forecasts for each SA2 zone, published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline. For SA2 territories lacking this information, and for any years after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 using 2021 data are utilized. Note that these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age bracket; consequently, AreaSearch distributes growth using proportional weights from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, using 2022 data) for individual age groups. Evaluating these anticipated demographic transitions, population gains are projected to sit slightly underneath the midpoint of Australia's regional zones, with the suburb of Bundaberg South growing by 223 persons by 2041 under consolidated SA2 forecasts, representing a rise of 5.7% overall across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
21 new dwellings have been approved in Bundaberg South over the past five years, an average of 4 a year. That is 1.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 8, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on AreaSearch assessments of ABS building permit figures distributed from statistical district records, the suburb of Bundaberg South has averaged roughly 4 new residential approvals annually, with a total of 21 homes approved during the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 8 during the current FY-26 period. With an average of 4.8 new residents per year arriving for each home built over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), the addition of housing is falling far behind demand, typically resulting in stronger buyer rivalry and upward price movement, while new homes average an estimated value of $506,000—slightly above regional norms—reflecting a focus on superior build standards.
Furthermore, $9.5 million in commercial building permits have been registered in the current financial year, showing moderate commercial construction activity. In comparison to the Rest of Qld, the suburb of Bundaberg South displays far lower construction volumes (81.0% below the regional average per capita). This limited supply of new properties generally sustains demand and prices for older homes, although building rates have accelerated recently. This activity also falls short of the national average, highlighting the established character of the neighborhood and hinting at potential planning constraints. Recent construction approvals comprise 33.0% detached houses and 67.0% semi-detached properties or units. This orientation toward higher density options provides more budget-friendly entry points and draws downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This marks a notable shift from the present local residential composition (presently 59.0% houses), indicating fewer vacant building blocks and responding to changing preferences and budget realities. The neighborhood registers roughly 518 people for every home approval, indicative of a mature community. Looking forward, the suburb of Bundaberg South is projected to add 209 residents up to 2041 (starting from the most recent quarterly calculation by AreaSearch). At current construction paces, residential supply might struggle to keep up with demographic growth, which could intensify competition among buyers and underpin price gains.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Bundaberg South, worth an estimated $83 million. A further 22 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.54 billion. 10 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities 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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Few things impact local market performance as much as changes to regional infrastructure, major construction works, and planning updates. In total, 10 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a likely impact on the vicinity. Key developments include Oasis Estate - Burnett Heads, Bundaberg Civic and Cultural Arts Precinct, New Bundaberg Hospital, and Bundaberg East Levee, with the accompanying list detailing the most significant initiatives.
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New Bundaberg Hospital
The $1.2 billion New Bundaberg Hospital is a major greenfield development featuring a six-storey clinical building with over 400 beds. The facility includes an expanded emergency department, a rooftop helipad, mental health units, and teaching spaces. It serves as the centerpiece of the Bundaberg Health and Enterprise Precinct, aimed at providing level 5 health services to the growing Wide Bay region while mitigating flood risks associated with the existing hospital site.
Bundaberg East Levee
A $174.7 million flood resilience project featuring a 1.7 km concrete levee along the Burnett River southern bank. The infrastructure includes floodgates, flood doors, and pump stations at Saltwater and Distillery Creeks, designed to protect over 600 properties in Bundaberg East, South, and the CBD from 1% AEP flood events. Recent milestones include the appointment of SMEC and CDM Smith as design consultants and the completion of detailed flood modelling. The project is currently in the detailed design phase following the 2024 Ministerial Infrastructure Designation process.
St Vincent de Paul Social Housing Walkervale Bundaberg
An 81 dwelling social housing development on the corner of Barolin and Maynard Streets in Walkervale, comprising 60 units and 21 single homes delivered under the QuickStarts QLD program. The project is being developed in partnership between St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland Housing and the Queensland Government, with homes to be operated by Vinnies Housing. Construction is progressing following Ministerial Infrastructure Designation approval, delivering long term social and affordable housing with on-site wrap-around support services including furniture and food assistance.
Sienna Boulevard
23-hectare residential subdivision by Santalucia Corporation adjacent to Belle Eden Estate on the Bundaberg Ring Road. Retaining a local water body as the centerpiece, the estate will deliver 152 residential lots and 2 reserve lots across 15 stages, accommodating around 380 residents. Early stages have commenced with land sales recorded in 2025 and 2026.
Kalkie Heights Residential Estate
Kalkie Heights is a master planned house and land estate in Kalkie, near Bundaberg, delivering about 194 residential lots over multiple stages. Stages 1 and 2 are sold out, civil works and infrastructure for the first stage are complete, titles have begun to issue, and homes and house and land packages are under construction, with further stages planned. The estate sits on elevated land above the floodplain and is positioned between Bundaberg CBD and Bargara beaches.
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.
Bundaberg Social Housing Program
Seven new social housing homes in Bundaberg South as part of Homes for Queenslanders plan. Additional social housing opportunities being assessed at government-owned Avoca site.
Gympie Estate Affordable Housing Project
PROJECT CANCELLED - SEPTEMBER 2025. A proposed 101-home affordable housing estate on 26 hectares adjacent to Baldwin Swamp Environmental Park. Following comprehensive geotechnical and environmental assessments, Regional Housing Limited and Bundaberg Regional Council determined the project was not feasible due to infrastructure costs exceeding development thresholds. The land is now planned to be incorporated into Baldwin Swamp Environmental Park as environmental reserve. The site, bounded by Telegraph Road, Ring Road, FE Walker Street and Mellifont Street, was intended to deliver affordable rental housing while preserving green spaces, but investigations confirmed civil infrastructure costs would be too high and lot numbers overly restricted to achieve affordable housing outcomes.
1,753 residents of Bundaberg South are employed, from a labour force of 1,896. Unemployment sits at 7.5%, with participation at 62.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,123, about 85% 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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The suburb of Bundaberg South features a diverse workforce containing a mix of professional and manual labor roles, with strong representation in critical public service fields, an unemployment rate of 7.5%, and an estimated job growth rate of 10.3% over the prior year, according to AreaSearch regional figures. As of March 2026, 1,753 local residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 3.6% higher than the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, highlighting room for progress, and labor participation sits slightly below average (62.1% relative to Regional Qld's 64.3%). Census data indicates a minor 2.5% of the local population worked from home, though the influence of pandemic restrictions should be kept in mind.
The primary employment fields for local workers are health care & social assistance, agriculture, forestry & fishing, and retail trade. The neighborhood exhibits a high concentration of jobs in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with its share of employment reaching 3.5 times the regional rate. Conversely, building trades are underrepresented at 6.1% compared to the regional median of 10.1%. This highly residential district appears to present limited local employment options, as shown by comparing the count of Census jobs to the resident workforce. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader regions, the year ending March 2026 saw local employment levels rise by 10.3% while the workforce expanded by 4.5%, leading to a decrease in unemployment by 4.8 percentage points. By comparison, Regional Qld recorded job growth of 0.1% and workforce growth of 0.3%, alongside an increase of 0.1 percentage point in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective hiring requirements within the suburb of Bundaberg South. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce composition to estimate growth paths. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion rates vary widely across different fields. Projecting these industry trends onto the local workforce structure indicates that employment within the suburb of Bundaberg South should rise by 6.0% over five years and 13.1% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for visualization and does not account for specific local population trends).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bundaberg South is $978 a week (about $51,000 a year), with median personal income at $596 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $43,989 a year against an average of $54,357. 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 most recent postcode ATO statistics published by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Bundaberg South earn a median income of $43,989, alongside an average of $54,357. These levels sit below national benchmarks, and compare to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 throughout Regional Qld. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index rise of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current values would be roughly $48,986 for the median and $60,532 for the average as of March 2026. Looking at the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Bundaberg South are all positioned between the 2nd and 11th percentiles nationwide.
The largest income bracket contains 29.2% of residents earning between $800 - 1,499 weekly (1,066 individuals), contrasting with the wider region where earnings of $1,500 - 2,999 are most common at 31.7%. The high proportion of lower-income households (40.5% earning under $800/week) points to tight household resources throughout the area. Rental and mortgage stress is significant, with only 79.9% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 3rd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bundaberg South had 1,462 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 59% detached houses and 15% apartments. 18% are owned with a mortgage, 61% rented and 21% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $250 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,083 a month. Rent absorbs 25.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.6%. 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 suburb of Bundaberg South at the time of the last Census consisted of 58.8% detached houses and 41.2% alternative housing types (townhouses, flats, and other dwellings), compared to Regional Qld where detached houses made up 76.4% and other styles made up 23.6%. At the same time, the rate of home ownership in the suburb of Bundaberg South trailed the Regional Qld rate at 21.4%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (17.8%) or occupied by tenants (60.8%). The median monthly home loan payment locally was significantly lower than the Regional Qld standard at $1,083, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $250, compared to Regional Qld benchmarks of $1,655 and $345.
Nationally, mortgage costs in the suburb of Bundaberg South are far below the Australian average of $1,863, while rent costs are considerably below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bundaberg South counted 1,462 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.1 people each. 15% are couples with children, fewer than in 94% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 40% 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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Family units represent the majority of local households at 55.3%, consisting of 14.7% couples with children, 20.8% couples without children, and 17.1% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 44.7%, with single-person households representing 39.5% and group households making up 5.3% of the total. The median household size of 2.1 individuals is lower than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.1% of adults in Bundaberg South hold a university qualification, including 10.6% with a bachelor degree and 2.4% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 84% of areas nationally. A further 29.3% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 2,071 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 958 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 presents educational difficulties, with the share of residents holding university degrees (14.1%) falling far short of the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a hurdle and a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 10.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.1%). Practical and vocational qualifications are highly prevalent, with 37.3% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.0%) and certificates (29.3%). School and study enrolment rates are remarkably high, with 27.7% of the local population currently engaged in structured studies.
This proportion includes 10.3% attending primary school, 8.0% in high school, and 3.4% enrolled in higher education courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Public transport in Bundaberg South reaches 8 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 240 services a week. The typical home sits about 280 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.0 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 transit records show 8 active transport stops operating in the suburb of Bundaberg South, consisting of bus services. These stops connect to 7 distinct transit routes, which together provide 244 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is classified as good, with residents generally living 278 meters from their closest transport stop. Being a mostly residential district, the majority of workers travel out of the area for employment, with cars remaining the primary choice at 93%. Households own an average of 1.0 vehicles, which is lower than the regional average. A low 2.5% of residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions).
Transit frequency averages 34 journeys per day across all local routes, which translates to roughly 30 weekly journeys for each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
61.4% of residents in Bundaberg South report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 94% of areas nationally. 9.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 8.2 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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Significant health issues are apparent throughout the suburb of Bundaberg South, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and the prevalence of long-term illnesses, with various medical issues showing distinct impacts on younger as well as older demographics, while the share of residents with private health insurance is very low at roughly 49% of the population (~1,780 people). This compares to 52.5% across Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequent health issues in the locality are mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 11.8% and 9.9% of the population respectively, while 61.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical issues compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Workers in the area experience notable health struggles, showing higher rates of long-term conditions. The neighborhood has 15.6% of its population aged 65 and over (569 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld proportion of 20.4%. Seniors in the area face notable health issues, with national risk rankings for this group exceeding those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bundaberg South is largely Australian-born, at 80.4% of residents, with 13.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.7%) and Australian (27.4%). 5.5% 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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The suburb of Bundaberg South exhibits higher than average cultural variety, with 19.6% of residents born in other countries and 13.2% speaking a non-English language in their homes. The primary religious denomination locally is Christianity, representing 45.6% of the population. However, the most pronounced disproportion is found in Hinduism, which represents 2.7% of the community compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. Regarding family background (parents' place of birth), the three largest heritages in the suburb of Bundaberg South are English, representing 28.7% of the community, Australian, representing 27.4%, and Other, representing 8.2%.
Furthermore, there are distinct variations in the sizes of other demographic groups: those of German descent are highly represented at 5.3% of the population (compared to 4.7% in the region), those of Korean descent at 0.8% (compared to 0.2%), and Australian Aboriginal residents at 5.5% (compared to 3.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bundaberg South is 36. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 33.5% 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 36, the suburb of Bundaberg South is much younger than the Regional Qld average of 41 and also slightly younger than the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to the Regional Qld distribution, the 25 - 34 age bracket is highly over-represented (19.7% locally), while those aged 65 - 74 are under-represented (8.8%). This local concentration of 25 - 34 year-olds is significantly higher than the national share of 14.6%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age bracket has expanded from 16.1% to 19.7% of the population, whereas the 45 to 54 bracket has contracted from 11.9% to 10.9%.
Population projections indicate the local age distribution will shift considerably by 2041, with the 25 to 34 bracket expected to see significant growth, rising by 130 people (18%) from 719 to 850, while the 55 to 64 and 5 to 14 age groups are expected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bundaberg South
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 | Nov 2025 9 months ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Nov 2025. | ||
| 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 — 20 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,494 at the 2021 Census → 3,653 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 (SAL30423). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.