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Bundamba has an estimated 7,451 residents, up from 6,542 at the 2021 Census — a change of 909 people, or 13.9%. Growth has averaged 1.6% a year over five years, faster than 82% of areas nationally. 240 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 41.0% of that increase. That puts 680 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 evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region and subsequent address validations by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Bundamba is estimated to have a population of approximately 7,451 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 909 people (13.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 6,542 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 7,218, estimated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025), alongside 240 validated new addresses verified since the Census date. Such a population size results in a density ratio of 679 persons per square kilometer, offering substantial space per inhabitant and scope for additional development.
The 13.9% expansion of the suburb of Bundamba since the 2021 census outpaced the national average (9.3%) as well as the state rate, positioning it as a local growth leader. Population increases in the area were chiefly supported by natural growth, which accounted for roughly 41.0% of the total population rise during recent periods, though all factors, including interstate and overseas migration, remained positive contributors. AreaSearch utilizes ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 district, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For SA2 districts lacking this coverage, and for any years after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (utilizing 2021 data) are employed instead. These state-level projections omit age group breakdowns; consequently, AreaSearch applies age-cohort growth weightings aligned with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, based on 2022 figures) for individual cohorts. Looking at upcoming demographic changes, the suburb of Bundamba is projected to experience population growth above the median for national statistical areas, with a forecasted rise of 1,361 persons to 2041 using aggregated SA2 projections, representing an overall expansion of 15.1% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
298 new dwellings have been approved in Bundamba over the past five years, an average of 59 a year. That places the area in the 80th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 64 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 58% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 46, 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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Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals distributed from local statistical data, the suburb of Bundamba has registered approximately 59 residential approvals annually, amounting to an estimated 298 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 43 approvals have been documented. With an average of 1.9 people moving to the area for every completed home over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), construction volume aligns closely with demand, encouraging stable market conditions, with new homes built at an average value of $296,000. Furthermore, $23.4 million in commercial development approvals have been signed off during this financial year, pointing to a balanced rate of commercial expansion.
In comparison to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Bundamba exhibits roughly three-quarters of the per-person residential construction activity, though it places in the 90th percentile of evaluated areas nationwide, with building activity ramping up in recent times. Approvals for new residential structures consist of 58.0% standalone houses and 42.0% medium and high-density options, with an expanding selection of townhouses and apartments offering choices across various price points, from family properties to smaller, affordable alternatives. This represents a distinct shift from current local housing (which stands at 84.0% houses), pointing to a shrinking volume of developable land and reflecting modern lifestyle trends and the call for more diverse, affordable living choices. Recording approximately 79 people for each housing approval, the suburb of Bundamba displays typical growth corridor patterns. Long-term forecasts indicate the suburb of Bundamba will add 1,128 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). If local building volumes persist, housing supply is expected to satisfy demand, creating positive conditions for buyers and potentially allowing growth to outpace current projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Bundamba, worth an estimated $134 million. A further 41 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $68.8 billion. 18 are already under construction and 19 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics 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 performance is heavily shaped by updates to regional infrastructure, key developments, and planning schemes. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 9 projects that are likely to influence the local area. Principal developments include the Bundamba Creek Environmental Restoration & Linear Park, the Bundamba Industrial Precinct Expansion, the Munro Development, and the Bundamba State Secondary College Redevelopment, with the subsequent list outlining the most significant initiatives.
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Bundamba Creek Environmental Restoration & Linear Park
A multi-stage environmental restoration program along Bundamba Creek jointly funded by the Australian Government's Urban Rivers and Catchments Program ($3M) and Ipswich City Council ($1M). Works include streambank stabilisation, erosion control, weed removal, native revegetation and habitat enhancement across priority sites including Jack Barkley Park at North Booval. Since September 2024, over 781 metres of creek bank and more than one hectare of riparian land have been restored, with nearly 50,000 native plants installed. The broader program also incorporates Ironpot Creek and Woogaroo Creek.Longer-term plans include creation of a continuous linear park and shared pathway with boardwalks and community recreation areas.
Bundamba Industrial Precinct Expansion
Expansion of the Bundamba Industrial Precinct to deliver new serviced industrial lots, road and utility infrastructure, and improved freight access including integration with the Bundamba Bypass and surrounding transport network. The project continues to be identified by Ipswich City Council as a strategic employment and industrial growth area.
Munro Development
Azure is building the Munro development at Bundamba, comprising 100 homes.
Bundamba State Secondary College Redevelopment
Major $80+ million redevelopment and expansion of Bundamba State Secondary College, including new teaching blocks, a performing arts centre, sports facilities, a leadership centre with rock climbing facilities, and an upgraded administration building. The school now operates with a maximum enrolment capacity of 1,124 students. An enrolment management plan was gazetted in August 2025, reflecting the expanded capacity delivered by the redevelopment.
Ripley Valley Estate
Masterplanned residential community by Satterley in the Ripley Valley growth corridor. The estate will deliver around 502 residential lots together with parks, open space and connections to nearby schools, shopping and transport. Land sales and staged civil works continue, with multiple stages actively being released and developed.
ForestBrook
Masterplanned community of 164 residential homesites on a 28.26-hectare creekside site along Six Mile Creek, Collingwood Park. Stage 1 is now complete, Stage 2 is sold out, and Stage 3 (the final release) is now selling with nearly all lots sold. Features expansive creekside parklands with basketball half-court, play equipment, picnic areas, and tree-lined walkways. Located 32km from Brisbane CBD within the Brisbane to Ipswich growth corridor, with an estimated $1 billion in surrounding infrastructure underway or planned.
Scenic Views Estate Brassall
Residential development project in Brassall featuring family homes with scenic views. Development includes infrastructure for roads, utilities, and landscaping to support new housing in growing Springfield-Ipswich corridor. Situated just 6km northwest of the Ipswich CBD, enjoying wonderful district views of the surrounding bushland, with great access to the Warrego Highway and Ipswich rail lines.
Gibbs Avenue 17 Lot Subdivision
Approved 17 lot residential subdivision on 8.3 hectares of land with development approval for lots ranging from 450 square metres to 2,307 square metres (average 868 square metres). The site features 104 metres frontage to Gibbs Avenue, low-density residential zoning, and readily available reticulated water and sewer connections. This represents one of the last remaining undeveloped land holdings in Collingwood Park, with future lots benefiting from extensive bushland balance areas. The site is conveniently located 1.2km from Woolworths Collingwood Park, 1.8km from Collingwood Park State Secondary College, and 33km southwest of Brisbane CBD.
3,552 residents of Bundamba are employed, from a labour force of 3,801. Unemployment sits at 6.6%, with participation at 65.4%. 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. 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 Bundamba possesses a balanced labor force consisting of white-collar and blue-collar workers, with key representation in essential service sectors, an unemployment rate of 6.6%, and estimated jobs growth of 10.9% over the last year, derived from AreaSearch statistical area aggregates. As of March 2026, 3,552 residents are employed, while the local jobless rate sits 2.2% higher than the Greater Brisbane rate of 4.3%, and labor market participation is slightly below average (65.4% compared to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane). Census records indicate that a minor 10.0% of working residents performed their jobs from home, although the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.
The primary sectors of employment for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. The area is highly specialized in manufacturing, with a employment share reaching 1.7 times the regional level. On the other hand, professional & technical roles are underrepresented at 4.7% compared to the regional benchmark of 8.9%. Although local jobs are available, many residents travel to other areas for work, judging by the ratio of Census workers to the local population. Based on AreaSearch research into SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader regional data, the twelve months to March 2026 saw employment expand by 10.9% and the labor force grow by 9.7%, which led to a 1.0 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. This differs from Greater Brisbane, where employment grew by 3.2%, the labor force expanded by 3.4%, and unemployment rose by 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on prospective local demand in the suburb of Bundamba. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with local employment statistics to project growth. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but growth trajectories vary widely by industry. Adjusting these industry-level projections to the local employment structure suggests employment for residents should rise by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted projection for visualization and does not integrate specific local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bundamba is $1,383 a week (about $72,000 a year), with median personal income at $702 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,810 a year against an average of $54,371. 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 AreaSearch's compilation of postcode-level ATO statistics released for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Bundamba recorded a median income of $49,810 alongside an average income of $54,371. These figures sit below national benchmarks and compare to median and average levels of $58,236 and $72,799 in Greater Brisbane. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the financial year 2023, local income figures are estimated at approximately $55,468 (median) and $60,548 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes are all relatively low in the suburb of Bundamba, positioning between the 27th and 28th percentiles.
The largest income band contains 34.7% of households earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (representing 2,585 residents), matching regional trends where 33.3% fall into this bracket. Household budgets face heavy pressure, with only 83.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking in the 26th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bundamba had 2,431 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 84% detached houses and 2% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 25% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 21.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential configurations in the suburb of Bundamba, as recorded at the most recent Census, consisted of 83.8% detached houses and 16.2% alternative dwellings (townhouses, apartments, and other housing types), compared to Greater Brisbane's split of 73.5% detached homes and 26.5% alternative dwellings. The level of home ownership in the suburb of Bundamba was slightly lower than the Brisbane metropolitan rate, sitting at 24.5%, with remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (33.3%) or renting (42.2%). Median monthly mortgage repayments locally were considerably lower than the Brisbane average at $1,300, while the median weekly rent stood at $300, compared to Brisbane metropolitan averages of $1,863 and $380.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Bundamba are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rental costs are significantly lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bundamba counted 2,431 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,769 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 27% 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 represent the majority of local households at 68.7%, consisting of 25.2% couples with children, 24.4% couples without children, and 17.0% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 31.3% of households, with single-person households at 27.4% and group homes making up 4.0% of the total. The median household size of 2.5 residents is slightly below the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.3% of adults in Bundamba hold a university qualification, including 9.5% with a bachelor degree and 1.9% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 85% of areas nationally. A further 31.8% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,372 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 889 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment levels show some areas for improvement, with university graduation rates (13.3%) sitting well below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This presents a challenge as well as a pathway for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent 9.5% of qualifications, followed by postgraduate degrees (1.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational and technical training is prominent, with 41.9% of residents aged 15+ holding practical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.1%) and certificates (31.8%). Participation in study is quite strong, with 29.7% of residents currently enrolled in education. This comprises 11.3% in primary schooling, 8.4% in high school education, and 3.3% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Bundamba reaches 32 stops on 60 routes, timetabled for about 1,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 280 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 transit assessment shows 32 active passenger stops operating in the suburb of Bundamba, consisting of both trains and buses. These transit stops are connected to 60 distinct routes, which combine to support 1,851 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is classified as good, with residents living an average of 278 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential nature, the majority of working residents travel outwards, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 88%, followed by trains at 7%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per home. A modest 10.0% of working residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may show the effects of COVID-19 rules).
Transit route frequency averages 264 daily trips across all routes, which translates to approximately 57 weekly trips at each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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60.4% of residents in Bundamba report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 94% of areas nationally. 8.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Significant health concerns are present in the suburb of Bundamba, according to AreaSearch assessment of mortality data and chronic illness rates, with various medical issues affecting both younger and older residents, while the share of residents with private health insurance is low at approximately 49% of the population (~3,632 people). This compares to 55.8% for Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded locally were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 12.0 and 10.7% of residents, respectively, while 60.4% reported no chronic medical conditions compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane.
Working-age residents experience clear health challenges with higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 15.7% of the population (1,169 people). Health profiles for older residents show some difficulties, with national performance metrics generally mirroring the broader public.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bundamba is largely Australian-born, at 83.3% of residents, with 10.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.0%) and Australian (27.3%). 5.1% 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 Bundamba recorded below average cultural diversity, with citizens making up 85.7% of the population, 83.3% born in Australia, and 89.6% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 46.5% of residents. However, the most distinct deviation in religious affiliation was seen in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the population, matching the 0.1% recorded in Greater Brisbane. Regarding parent birthplaces, the three most common ancestry lines in the suburb of Bundamba are English at 28.0% of the population, Australian at 27.3%, and Scottish at 7.5%.
There are also notable differences in the concentration of other backgrounds: Samoan ancestry is overrepresented at 2.1% (compared to 0.9% across the region), German is at 5.7% (compared to 4.2%), and Maori is at 1.2% (compared to 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bundamba is 35, younger than 76% of areas nationally. 28.6% 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 35 years, the suburb of Bundamba is close to the Greater Brisbane average of 36 years and slightly younger than the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Bundamba has a higher proportion of children aged 0 - 4 (7.2%) but a smaller share of people aged 45 - 54 (11.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort expanded from 4.0% to 5.2% of the population. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 14.1% to 12.5%, and the 45 to 54 group fell from 12.4% to 11.0%.
Population projections for 2041 point to notable demographic shifts in the suburb of Bundamba. The 45 to 54 age bracket is projected to grow the fastest at 31%, adding 253 people to total 1,073. Older residents (65+) are expected to account for 51% of total population growth, highlighting local aging trends. On the other hand, population decreases are anticipated in the 25 to 34 and 35 to 44 brackets.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bundamba
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 4 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 240 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,542 at the 2021 Census → 7,451 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 (SAL30426). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.