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Campbell has an estimated 7,732 residents, up from 6,564 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,168 people, or 17.8%. Growth has averaged 3.8% a year over five years, faster than 89% of areas nationally. 108 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 65.0% of that increase. That puts 1,388 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 covering the surrounding region, alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch post-Census, the suburb of Campbell has an estimated population of approximately 7,732 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 1,168 people (17.8%) from the 2021 Census, which counted a population of 6,564 people. The variation is determined from the resident population of 7,732, calculated by AreaSearch using the most recent ABS ERP details from June 2025 and a further 108 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population scale translates to a density of 1,388 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure across nationwide spots evaluated by AreaSearch.
The expansion rate of 108 validated new addresses and 17.8% growth in the suburb of Campbell since the 2021 census outpaced the state (8.3%) and the SA4 region, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Population increases were mostly driven by incoming interstate movers who accounted for roughly 65.0% of total gains in recent times, though overseas arrivals and natural expansion were also positive contributors. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia are utilized for each SA2 zone, published in 2024 with 2022 as the starting point. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and for years beyond 2032, age cohort growth trends from the ACT Government's SA2 projections starting in 2022 are substituted. Based on these anticipated demographic transformations, the suburb of Campbell is set to experience population growth above the median of Australian statistical areas, with a projected rise of 1,265 persons by 2041 using combined SA2 projections, representing an overall expansion of 16.4% across the 16 years.
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461 new dwellings have been approved in Campbell over the past five years, an average of 92 a year. That places the area in the 78th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 12 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 81 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 20% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 16, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building permit statistics compiled from local data, Campbell has averaged approximately 92 approved residential dwellings annually, culminating in an estimated 461 homes over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 15 approvals have been documented. With an average of 2.8 people moving to the locality for each newly built dwelling over the last 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25), demonstrating strong demand that bolsters real estate values, new construction carries an average value of $455,000, illustrating a developer focus on high-end, premium segments.
Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $26.9 million this financial year, reflecting consistent business investment. Compared with the broader Australian Capital Territory, Campbell displays similar levels of building activity on a per-capita basis, maintaining a balanced market inline with its neighbors, despite a recent slowdown in construction. This remains notably higher than the nationwide average, demonstrating strong developer interest. Recent building activity is composed of 20.0% standalone houses and 80.0% townhouses or multi-unit dwellings. This orientation toward higher density offers more attainable pathways to entry and holds appeal for downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This marks a clear departure from the current housing stock, which is 51.0% houses, showing a dwindling supply of vacant land, evolving lifestyle preferences, and a demand for varied, affordable housing. With approximately 277 people per approved dwelling, Campbell presents an evolving market. Looking ahead, Campbell is projected to add 1,265 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. At the current pace of construction, the supply of new dwellings is expected to comfortably accommodate this growth, creating favorable buying conditions and potentially encouraging growth beyond current forecasts.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Campbell, worth an estimated $2.13 billion. A further 62 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $15.4 billion. 25 are already under construction and 34 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure shifts, major construction projects, and zoning plans are key influences on property market performance. In total, AreaSearch has identified 22 developments that are expected to impact the local community. Important projects include the Australian War Memorial Redevelopment, Canberra Defence Precinct Tranche 1: ADFA Living-in Accommodation, the Campbell Neighbourhood Oval Upgrade, and UNSW Canberra City Campus - Stage 1, with details provided on the most significant initiatives.
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Canberra Defence Precinct Tranche 1: ADFA Living-in Accommodation
A billion-dollar redevelopment at the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) to replace aging living-in accommodation facilities. The project delivers 1,500 contemporary rooms for Trainee Officers, offices for supervisory staff, and a multi-level car park with electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Australian War Memorial Redevelopment
A $500 million expansion of the Australian War Memorial to tell more modern stories of Australian service and sacrifice. The project increases exhibition space by 83 percent, adding approximately 10,000 square meters. Key components include a new Southern Entrance, the expansion of the Bean Building, and a new Anzac Hall linked to the main building by a glazed atrium.
Campbell Neighbourhood Oval Upgrade
This project involves major improvements to the Campbell Neighbourhood Oval, including upgraded irrigation and drainage systems, turf resurfacing, and the addition of community-focused sports facilities. The works are designed to enhance the playing surface for local sports clubs and ensure the oval remains a high-quality recreational asset for the Central Canberra region.
Canberra Lyric Theatre (Theatre Centre Transformation Stage 1)
A new 2,000-seat lyric theatre being constructed on Vernon Circle adjacent to The Playhouse as Stage 1 of the broader Canberra Theatre Centre transformation. Designed by Cox Architecture with Yerrabingin, Charcoalblue and Arcadia Landscape Architecture, the venue will enable Canberra to host large-scale musicals, ballet, opera and international productions for the first time. The auditorium features 1,000-seat stalls, a 500-seat circle and a 500-seat balcony with state-of-the-art acoustics. A $317 million contract was signed in December 2025 with Multiplex as builder; main construction commenced January 2026 with completion targeted for 2028.Refurbishment of the existing Canberra Theatre, Playhouse and Courtyard Studio will follow in subsequent stages.
Light Rail Stage 2A: City to Commonwealth Park
Construction is underway on Light Rail Stage 2A, a 1.7 km extension of Canberra's light rail network from Alinga Street to Commonwealth Park via London Circuit West. The project will add three stops at Edinburgh Avenue, City South and Commonwealth Park, include wire-free operation using onboard energy storage, deliver active travel and streetscape upgrades, and form the first stage of the broader Light Rail to Woden program. Stage 2B to Woden remains in planning and environmental approvals.
Northbourne Village Stage 4
The final stage of the Northbourne Village precinct in Lyneham, developed by JWLand. Stage 4 is a nine-storey hotel and serviced apartment building comprising 134 rooms. The facade responds to the adjacent heritage-listed Owen Flats. Parking for Stage 4 is provided within the basement of the adjacent Stage 3 building. The project completes a major urban renewal precinct along Northbourne Avenue, Canberra's inner-north gateway boulevard, adjacent to the light rail corridor. Construction was projected to commence in mid-2025.
ACT Light Rail Stage 2A (City to Commonwealth Park)
A 1.7km extension of Canberras light rail network from Alinga Street to Commonwealth Park. The project features three new stops at Edinburgh Avenue, City South, and Commonwealth Park, along with a new light rail bridge over Parkes Way. The system utilizes wire-free technology with on-board energy storage and incorporates green track sections featuring turf and succulent species to reduce noise and glare. As of April 2026, track laying is advancing on London Circuit and structural work on the Parkes Way bridge is nearing completion, with the line expected to be open for passengers in 2028.
National Security Office Precinct (York Park)
A multi-agency office precinct at York Park in Barton designed to accommodate approximately 5,000 workers from national security and Commonwealth agencies, including the Office of National Intelligence and DFAT. The project includes high-security office spaces, retail, and hospitality amenities. As of May 2026, the adjacent John Gorton Campus Car Park is fully operational with ongoing facade work, while main construction for the office precinct is progressing following the permanent site closure in early 2025.
5,338 residents of Campbell are employed, from a labour force of 5,398. Unemployment sits at 1.1%, with participation at 77.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.6% 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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Campbell is characterized by a highly qualified workforce, prominent representation in essential services, a jobless rate of only 1.1%, and an estimated 0.6% job growth over the previous year, as compiled by AreaSearch from local statistical area statistics. As of March 2026, there are 5,338 residents employed, with a jobless rate that is 2.9% below the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.1%, and a workforce participation rate that is exceptionally high at 77.7% compared to the territory's 70.8%. Census figures show a modest 12.0% of employed locals worked from home, though the influence of pandemic lockdowns should be kept in mind.
The primary employment sectors for residents are public administration & safety, professional & technical, and education & training. The locality exhibits a strong concentration in public administration & safety, with employment shares 1.9 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance is underrepresented, employing only 4.7% of the local workforce relative to 11.7% in the Australian Capital Territory. A ratio of 0.7 workers for every resident at the time of the Census indicates local job opportunities are higher than average. Based on AreaSearch assessments of SALM and ABS statistics gathered from surrounding areas, the year leading to March 2026 saw employment climb by 0.6% and the total labor force expand by 0.6%, which kept the jobless rate steady. Conversely, the Australian Capital Territory recorded employment growth of 0.3% alongside labor force expansion of 1.1%, leading to a 0.7 percentage point increase. Federal employment predictions from Jobs and Skills Australia as of May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective future demand in Campbell. These estimations, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with local employment profiles to project growth. Nationally, jobs are expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sectors vary widely. Applying these sectoral outlooks directly to the local workforce mix suggests employment in Campbell will grow by 5.6% over five years and 11.8% over ten years, noting this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration that excludes localized demographic projections.
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Median household income in Campbell is $3,052 a week (about $159,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,292 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $65,431 a year against an average of $84,191. 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 Campbell has a median taxpayer income of $65,431 and an average of $84,191, based on postcode-level ATO records compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. These figures are exceptionally high by national standards, contrasting with the median income of $72,206 and average income of $85,981 in the Australian Capital Territory. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index rise of 10.44% since financial year 2023, contemporary estimates would be close to $72,262 for the median and $92,981 for the average as of March 2026. Census statistics show household, family, and individual incomes are all elevated, placing between the 94th and 97th percentiles nationwide.
Income distributions reveal the largest segment comprises 35.9% of local residents (2,775 people) in the $4000+ category, differing from the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is largest at 34.3%. Financial strength is demonstrated by 50.7% of households earning weekly incomes above $3,000, which supports high retail demand. Once housing expenses are met, households retain 88.1% of their earnings, indicating substantial discretionary funds and placing the area in the 8th decile for the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Campbell had 1,981 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 51% detached houses and 38% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 39% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $500 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,400 a month, a total housing cost higher than 85% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 16.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 18.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of dwellings in Campbell at the last Census stood at 50.9% houses and 49.1% other types of housing, including semi-detached options, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings in the Australian Capital Territory. The rate of outright home ownership was notably high at 30.7%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (30.3%) or rented (39.0%). Typical monthly mortgage payments were well above the territory average at $2,400, while median weekly rent was $500, compared to territory figures of $2,080 and $450. By national comparison, mortgage payments in Campbell are much higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are also well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Campbell counted 1,981 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,333 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 32% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 63.8%, which is composed of 26.7% couples with children, 31.5% couples without children, and 5.0% single parent families. The remaining 36.2% consists of non-family households, with single person households accounting for 29.4% and shared group households making up 6.7%. The typical household size of 2.3 individuals is below the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
53.7% of adults in Campbell hold a university qualification, including 28.1% with a bachelor degree and 19.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 83% of areas nationally. A further 8.9% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 908 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,140 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Academic achievement in Campbell is significantly higher than broader averages, with 53.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationwide and 46.8% across the SA4 region. This educational profile positions the community well for professional industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 28.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 19.8% and graduate diplomas at 5.8%. Vocational education accounts for 15.9% of qualifications among residents aged 15+ including advanced diplomas at 7.0% and certificates at 8.9%. Studies show high levels of educational enrolment, with 46.4% of residents actively participating in school or university.
This is comprised of 29.7% in higher education, 6.1% in primary school, and 5.5% in secondary school.
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Public transport in Campbell reaches 50 stops on 197 routes, timetabled for about 13,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 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 systems include 50 active transit stops in Campbell, providing local bus connections. These locations are served by 197 different routes, which support 13,325 passenger trips weekly. Transit connectivity is excellent, with residents living an average of 160 meters from their nearest stop. Being predominantly residential, most workers travel out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary choice for 46% of commuters, followed by 39% who walk and 6% who cycle. Households own an average of 1.2 vehicles. A minor 12.0% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic measures.
Transit services average 1,903 journeys daily across all routes, which translates to about 266 weekly departures from each individual stop.
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77.8% of residents in Campbell report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 83% of areas nationally. 2.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 60.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 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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Health indicators show excellent outcomes in Campbell, based on AreaSearch analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease trends, which reveal a very low rate of common medical conditions across all age groups, while private medical coverage is exceptionally high, encompassing roughly 60% of the population (4,673 people). The most prevalent health conditions reported among residents were mental health issues (6.9%) and asthma (6.5%), while 77.8% of the population reported no chronic conditions at all, compared to 70.2% in the Australian Capital Territory. Residents aged 65 and over make up 12.2% of the local population (943 people), which is lower than the territory-wide figure of 14.3%.
Health status among older residents is highly positive, with national comparisons surpassing those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Campbell is largely Australian-born, at 77.6% of residents, with 14.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (26.7%) and Australian (24.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Campbell displays higher than average levels of cultural diversity, with 22.4% of its residents born abroad and 14.3% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 39.3% of the community. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.6% of residents compared to 0.2% across the wider Australian Capital Territory. Regarding parent birthplaces, the three most common ancestries in Campbell are English at 26.7%, Australian at 24.5%, and Irish at 10.3%. Notable variations exist in other background groups: Welsh ancestry represents 0.8% of Campbell compared to 0.6% in the region, French represents 0.7% compared to 0.5%, and Macedonian accounts for 0.4% compared to 0.2%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Campbell is 28, younger than 99% of areas nationally. 48.3% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 28 years in Campbell is younger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 and the national median of 38. The 15 - 24 age bracket is highly represented at 30.1% locally, while children aged 5 - 14 are underrepresented at 6.4%. This concentration of youth aged 15 - 24 is much higher than the national figure of 12.7%. Post-2021 Census estimates indicate that the 25 to 34 age bracket rose from 16.2% to 18.2%, whereas the 15 to 24 cohort fell from 32.5% to 30.1%.
Looking ahead to 2041, demographic models point to notable changes in age distributions, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow fastest at 29%, adding 228 residents to total 1,009.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Campbell
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 7 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 — 108 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,564 at the 2021 Census → 7,732 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 (SAL80030). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.