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Caboolture South has an estimated 9,068 residents, up from 7,539 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,529 people, or 20.3%. Growth has averaged 4.4% a year over five years, faster than 90% of areas nationally. 321 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 64.0% of that increase. That puts 2,094 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 assessments of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region alongside fresh addresses confirmed by AreaSearch after the Census, the suburb of Caboolture South has an estimated residency of about 9,068 as of May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 1,529 individuals (20.3%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 7,539 individuals. The shift is calculated from the resident population of 8,901, projected by AreaSearch after reviewing the most recent ERP statistics published by the ABS (June 2025) plus an extra 321 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This volume of residents translates to a density ratio of 2,094 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure observed across national areas evaluated by AreaSearch. The 20.3% growth rate for the suburb of Caboolture South since the 2021 census was higher than the national average (9.3%) as well as the state, placing it among the top growth areas in the territory. Expansion within this boundary was mostly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 64.0% of total population gains during recent times, though every contributor including overseas migration and natural growth made positive impacts. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia forecasts for each SA2 region, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and for any years after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government for SA2 regions, published in 2023 and utilizing 2021 data, are implemented instead. It is worth noting that these state-level forecasts do not supply breakdowns by age bracket; consequently, where applied, AreaSearch distributes proportional growth weightings aligned with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data) for every age bracket. Looking ahead at demographic patterns, a substantial population rise in the top quarter of national locations is projected, with the suburb of Caboolture South anticipated to grow by 2,700 individuals up to 2041 based on compiled SA2-level forecasts, showing a total increase of 27.9% over the 16 years.
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763 new dwellings have been approved in Caboolture South over the past five years, an average of 152 a year. That places the area in the 92nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 17 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 149 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 64% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 135, 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 reviews of ABS residential building approvals distributed from statistical geographic datasets, Caboolture South has maintained an average of approximately 152 new home approvals each year, summing to an estimated 763 residences over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26124 approvals have been documented. With an average of 2.3 individuals per year relocating to the vicinity for each new residence built over the previous 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), indicating strong demand that helps sustain housing values, new dwellings are being constructed at a mean cost of $329,000.
Furthermore, $3.9 million in commercial construction approvals have been documented during the current financial year, showing a small emphasis on commercial building. Relative to Greater Brisbane, construction volume per capita in Caboolture South is 52.0% higher, offering more alternatives for purchasers, although building speed has decelerated in recent times. This level is far higher than the nationwide average, demonstrating strong developer focus on the locality. New residential construction consists of 64.0% detached houses and 36.0% townhouses or multi-family units, with an increasing proportion of townhouses and apartments offering choices across varied price ranges, from family properties to more economical compact spaces. This represents a clear departure from the current housing stock (which stands at 88.0% houses), indicating a dwindling supply of vacant development plots and reflecting evolving lifestyles alongside the demand for more varied, economical housing options. The area has roughly 87 individuals for every residential approval, pointing to a growing market footprint. Future forecasts indicate that Caboolture South will add 2,533 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly projection). Under ongoing development trends, the supply of new housing should easily satisfy demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth that outpaces current forecasts.
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AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Caboolture South, worth an estimated $3.4 billion. A further 114 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $95.2 billion. 41 are already under construction and 46 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. 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 performance as directly as developments in regional infrastructure, significant capital projects, and planning frameworks. A total of 22 developments have been tracked by AreaSearch as having potential impacts on the locality. Notable undertakings include the Caboolture River Road Upgrade, the Montrose Master Planned Community, Coles Caboolture West (Lilywood Town Centre), and Morayfield Marketplace, with the subsequent list outlining the most significant items.
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Caboolture River Road Upgrade
The Caboolture River Road upgrade will transform a 1.2km section between Morayfield Road and Grant Road from a two-lane undivided road into a four-lane carriageway with a central median. The project includes new traffic turning lanes, signalised intersection upgrades at Grant Road, Morayfield Road, and a new signal at Amy and Kenneth Streets, altered access at Ben Street and Lorebury Drive, and new cycling and pedestrian paths on both sides of the road. The upgrade supports growth in the Waraba Priority Development Area and eases congestion for existing Morayfield and Caboolture communities.Site enabling works, including vegetation removal and a new car park for Morayfield State School, commenced in late 2025, with service relocations underway through 2026 ahead of major road construction. The project is jointly funded by the Queensland Government ($71 million) and City of Moreton Bay ($10 million) as part of the SEQ City Deal Growth Areas Compact, with Economic Development Queensland overseeing GAC delivery.
Central Springs
QM Properties largest approved master-planned community in Caboolture covering more than 160 hectares with over 1,000 homesites up to 900sqm. Features 4-hectare lake, green spaces, Dawn Andrews Park with flying foxes, walking paths and bikeways. Part of QM successful development series following Central Lakes, Central Park and Central Park North.
Montrose Master Planned Community
Master planned community by Ausbuild delivering approximately 600 new homes across 13 stages on Robbs and Blewers Roads, Morayfield. The community includes four local parks, a childcare centre and more than 12 hectares of parkland and environmental conservation zones. Stages 1 and 2 (130 lots) are substantially complete, with later stages progressively under construction and subdivision approvals granted through to Stage 10.
Riverbank Estate
Riverbank Estate is a masterplanned Peet community in Caboolture South delivering about 1,200 homes across approximately 143-150 hectares. The established community continues with staged land releases, more than 60 hectares of parks and open space, 1.5 km of Caboolture River frontage, and the award winning Lightwood Parklands. Current marketing indicates the final land releases are now underway with remaining Stage 5C lots available.
Moreton Bay To North Brisbane Roads Upgrade
Aiming to enhance transport between Moreton Bay and northern Brisbane, this early-stage project plans upgrades for the Gateway and Bruce Highways, Gympie Arterial Road, and introduces the 'Moreton Connector'.
Morayfield Landing Estate
Residential estate developed by Mt Byron Pastoral Company with over 50 years of expertise in creating residential communities throughout Queensland. Over 200 lots completed across the first four stages, with Stage 5 registration estimated for July 2025 and including a 7,505m2 park and playground. Located adjacent to Minimbah State School in the northern growth corridor of Brisbane.
Moreton Bay Regional Council Caboolture Hub
A major civic and cultural precinct development in central Caboolture, featuring new council chambers, library, performing arts centre, community facilities, public spaces, and mixed-use commercial development. Designed to revitalize the Caboolture CBD.
Morayfield Shopping Centre
Ongoing expansion and redevelopment of Morayfield Shopping Centre. A new 2026 change application has been lodged for an extension to the existing shopping centre, building on previous approved expansion plans. The centre continues to evolve with additional retail floorspace, tenancy upgrades, dining and supporting infrastructure.
3,675 residents of Caboolture South are employed, from a labour force of 4,059. Unemployment sits at 9.5%, with participation at 55.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% 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 8,128, about 90% 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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Caboolture South maintains a mixed employment base that includes both white collar and blue collar roles across various industries, with an unemployment rate standing at 9.5% and estimated employment growth reaching 3.6% during the previous year, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, the area counts 3,675 residents in work, and its unemployment rate sits at 5.1%, which is higher than Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%, indicating potential for enhancement, while workforce participation remains notably lower at 55.5% compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.4%. Census data reveals that only 7.8% of residents worked from home, although the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account when interpreting this figure.
The primary employment sectors for local residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The locality exhibits a particularly strong concentration in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with employment proportions standing at 6.8 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical occupations are underrepresented, accounting for only 3.5% of the Caboolture South labor force compared to 8.9% throughout Greater Brisbane. This heavily residential district appears to supply few jobs within its borders, as shown by the comparison of the Census working population against the resident population. Based on AreaSearch reviews of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from regional statistical areas, during the 12 months ending March 2026, the number of employed residents rose by 3.6% while the labor force expanded by 4.7%, leading to a 0.9 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This compares with 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 projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia can supply extra perspective on potential future demand in Caboolture South. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been matched against the local workforce profile to project growth trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth velocities differ markedly across different industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the job mix in Caboolture South indicates that local employment should rise by 6.2% over five years and 13.1% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for visualization and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
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Median household income in Caboolture South is $1,191 a week (about $62,000 a year), with median personal income at $595 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $42,476 a year against an average of $48,135. 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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The suburb of Caboolture South exhibits a median taxpayer income of $42,476 and a mean of $48,135 based on the latest postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is lower than the country's average, standing in contrast to the median income of $58,236 and mean income of $72,799 in Greater Brisbane. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current projections would sit around $47,301 (median) and $53,603 (average) as of March 2026. Census statistics show household, family, and individual earnings in Caboolture South all fall between the 11th and 12th percentiles nationwide.
The income distribution shows that the $800 - 1,499 bracket is the largest, containing 30.5% of residents (2,765 people), differing from regional patterns where the $1,500 - 2,999 group is most common at 33.3%. Pressures on housing affordability are significant, with only 80.3% of income left over, which ranks in the 11th percentile.
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Caboolture South had 2,780 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 88% detached houses and 1% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 41% rented and 29% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $320 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,500 a month. Rent absorbs 26.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in Caboolture South, as recorded during the most recent Census, consisted of 88.1% standalone houses and 11.9% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative housing), compared to Brisbane metro's mix of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwelling types. Meanwhile, home ownership rates in Caboolture South were below those of Brisbane metro, standing at 29.0%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (30.5%) or renting tenants (40.5%). The median monthly home loan payment in the locality was far below the Brisbane metro median at $1,500, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $320, compared to Brisbane metro figures of $1,863 and $380 respectively.
On a national level, mortgage payments in Caboolture South are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rent costs are considerably below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Caboolture South counted 2,780 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,344 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 26% 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 households at 68.6%, consisting of 23.9% couples with offspring, 25.5% couples without offspring, and 17.4% single parent arrangements. Non-family living situations account for the other 31.4%, with single-person households representing 26.9% and shared group households making up 4.5% of the total. The median household size of 2.5 residents is slightly below the Greater Brisbane median of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.1% of adults in Caboolture South hold a university qualification, including 9.1% with a bachelor degree and 1.5% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 78% of areas nationally. A further 31.1% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 154 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 955 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 displays educational challenges, with university completion rates (12.1%) sitting far below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This presents a hurdle as well as a chance for focused educational programs. Undergraduate degrees are the most common credential at 9.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (1.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational and practical skills are common, with 41.8% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (31.1%). Enrollment rates in education are quite high, with 28.0% of local inhabitants currently engaged in formal learning.
This comprises 10.3% attending primary school, 8.0% in high school, and 3.3% undertaking higher education.
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Public transport in Caboolture South reaches 24 stops on 5 routes, timetabled for about 530 services a week. The typical home sits about 260 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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 reviews indicate that 24 active transit stops operate within Caboolture South, offering a combination of bus options. These transit locations are serviced by 5 distinct routes, which combine to support 525 passenger journeys each week. Transport connection ratings are favorable, with residents generally living within 263 meters of their closest stop. As a primary residential district, the majority of workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 89% and rail transit at 6%. Car ownership stands at a mean of 1.2 vehicles per household, which sits below the regional average.
A relatively low proportion of 7.8% of local workers work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may show the effects of COVID-19 rules). Transit service frequency averages 75 runs each day across all routes, which translates to roughly 21 weekly runs for each individual stop.
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57.6% of residents in Caboolture South report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 95% of areas nationally. 10.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.9 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 across Caboolture South, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and the prevalence of long-term medical conditions, which exert notable impacts on both youth and elderly brackets, while the rate of private health insurance is exceptionally low at roughly 46% of the population (~4,196 people). This compares to 55.8% throughout Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues in the locality were mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 12.0% and 10.5% of the population respectively, while 57.6% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane.
The working-age cohort faces distinct health challenges with higher rates of chronic illness. The area has 20.8% of its population aged 65 and over (1,886 people), which exceeds the 15.1% figure in Greater Brisbane. Senior health profiles present various challenges, with nationwide percentiles generally aligned with the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Caboolture South is largely Australian-born, at 78.1% of residents, with 10.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.3%) and Australian (27.3%). 5.4% 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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Caboolture South shows higher than average cultural diversity, with 10.4% of residents using a non-English language at home and 21.9% having been born outside Australia. The predominant religious affiliation in Caboolture South is Christianity, representing 44.2% of the local population. However, the most pronounced disproportionate representation is found in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the community, compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane. Regarding ancestral backgrounds (parental birthplaces), the primary three heritages in Caboolture South are English at 30.3%, Australian at 27.3%, and Irish at 7.2%. There are also distinct variations in the proportions of other backgrounds: Samoan ancestry is disproportionately high at 1.0% of Caboolture South (compared to 0.9% in the wider region), Maori stands at 1.2% (compared to 1.1% regionally), and Australian Aboriginal represents 5.4% (compared to 2.1% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Caboolture South is 36. 29.7% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in the suburb of Caboolture South is 36 years, matching Greater Brisbane's 36 though slightly below the national median of 38 years. The 75 - 84 age bracket is strongly represented at 8.0% compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 35 - 44 bracket is less common at 11.8%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 6.4% to 8.0% of the overall population. By contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort has dropped from 13.0% to 11.9%. Demographic projections for 2041 point to major age shifts in the suburb of Caboolture South.
The 75 to 84 bracket is forecast to grow significantly, increasing by 638 individuals (88%) from 725 to 1,364. Notably, cohorts aged 65 and older will represent 54% of all population growth, showing the aging trend of the area. Meanwhile, the 0 to 4 group is forecast to increase by a minor 2% (9 individuals).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Caboolture 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 | Aug 2026 this month all 6 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 321 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,539 at the 2021 Census → 9,068 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 (SAL30472). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.