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Chandler (Qld) has an estimated 1,541 residents, up from 1,475 at the 2021 Census — a change of 66 people, or 4.5%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years. That puts 114 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 evaluations of ABS population trends across the wider region, alongside recent address validation efforts by AreaSearch post-Census, the suburb of Chandler (Qld) has an estimated residency of roughly 1,541 individuals as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 66 people (4.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented 1,475 residents. This population shift is calculated from the estimated resident count of 1,541, determined by AreaSearch through analyzing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) combined with 4 verified new addresses since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 113 persons per square kilometer, indicating substantial personal space and potential capacity for future housing.
The 4.5% post-census growth rate in the suburb of Chandler (Qld) is within 0.9 percentage points of the surrounding SA3 region (5.4%), indicating competitive expansion dynamics. Gains in the local population were mostly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 65.0% of the overall increases during the latest timeframes. AreaSearch utilizes the ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 locality, published in 2024 with a baseline year of 2022. For any SA2 localities missing from this dataset, as well as for the years following 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 numbers are implemented. Because these state-level projections lack specific age splits, AreaSearch distributes growth across age brackets using proportional weightings derived from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023 using 2022 data). Looking at long-term demographic shifts, forecasts point to a contraction in the overall resident count, with the population of the suburb of Chandler (Qld) projected to shrink by 27 persons by 2041 under this approach. Conversely, expansion is projected in certain age cohorts, particularly the 75 to 84 bracket, which is expected to rise by 67 people. Refer to the age breakdown for additional information.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
31 new dwellings have been approved in Chandler (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 6 a year. That is 4.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 4, 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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Based on AreaSearch assessments of ABS building approvals compiled from localized statistical data, Chandler has averaged approximately 6 new residential approvals annually, yielding a total of 31 homes over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, 4 approvals have been logged. With an average of 1.7 new residents moving in per approved home annually over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand and supply appear closely aligned, yielding a balanced market. However, recent data indicates this rate has risen to 6 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, pointing to accelerating demand and decreasing supply.
Newly built dwellings carry an average construction value of $1,230,000, indicating that builders are targeting high-end, premium segments. Additionally, $1.4 million in commercial building approvals have been registered during this financial year, highlighting that the locality remains predominantly residential. Relative to Greater Brisbane, building activity in Chandler is moderately elevated, tracking 25.0% above the regional per-capita average over the 5 year period, which helps preserve buyer options while reinforcing existing real estate values, even though construction volumes have slowed recently. Furthermore, recent construction projects consist entirely of standalone houses, maintaining the low-density character of the area through a focus on detached homes that appeal to buyers seeking space. The ratio of 768 people in the locality for every single home approval underscores the quiet, low-frequency nature of development here. Given stable or contracting population forecasts, Chandler might face reduced housing demand pressures, which could establish advantageous conditions for home buyers.
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AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Chandler (Qld), worth an estimated $257 million. A further 38 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $4.99 billion. 10 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, business parks & technology hubs 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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Few factors shape local performance as significantly as updates to regional infrastructure, major construction works, and urban planning schemes. AreaSearch has identified a total of 5 projects that are anticipated to influence the local area. Principal works include the Brisbane Aquatic Centre Upgrades, the Chandler Indoor Sports Centre and Precinct, the Capalaba Town Centre Revitalisation Project, and the Eastern Metro Expansion (CBD to Capalaba), with details on the most significant initiatives listed below.
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Brisbane Aquatic Centre Upgrades
Upgrades to the Brisbane Aquatic Centre at the Chandler Sports Precinct (Sleeman Sports Complex) to support the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The centre, originally built for the 1982 Commonwealth Games, attracts more than 400,000 community users each year. Planned works include improved equitable access, new seating, lighting and amenities, and competition-standard pool and diving facility upgrades. The aquatic centre upgrades form part of the $257 million Chandler Sports Precinct program, which also includes a new Indoor Sports Centre and precinct connectivity works.The upgraded centre is earmarked to host Olympic diving and water polo and Paralympic aquatics during the Games. As of early 2026, principal design consultant tenders for the Chandler Sports Precinct are being awarded, with construction not yet commenced.
Chandler Indoor Sports Centre and Precinct
A new 10,000-capacity indoor high-performance sports centre within the Sleeman Sports Complex (Chandler Sports Precinct), funded jointly by the Australian and Queensland Governments through the $1.87 billion Minor Venues Program. The venue features two halls with 10 multi-sport courts and a 2,400 square metre dedicated gymnastics facility suitable for state, national and international events. It is intended for elite basketball, gymnastics, wheelchair basketball, volleyball and netball, with flexibility for badminton, futsal and pickleball. The new centre will be built on the site of the underutilised outdoor velodrome.Precinct works also include accessibility upgrades, improved lighting, a new green hub, and inter-building connectivity across the Brisbane Aquatic Centre, Anna Meares Velodrome, Brisbane SX International BMX Centre and Chandler Arena. Construction commenced in 2025 with completion targeted for 2027, well ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The precinct is expected to support 210 construction jobs and targets a 6-Star Green Star building rating.
Capalaba Town Centre Revitalisation Project
A $183 million to $250 million urban renewal initiative transforming 1.55 hectares into the civic and commercial heart of Capalaba. The masterplan features a new Redland City Council library, customer service centre, arts centre, and community hall. The precinct includes a town square, village green with a large entertainment screen, commercial office space, and boutique residential apartments. Stage 1 construction, focusing on the library and civic facilities, commenced in May 2026 to stimulate a day/night economy and improve transport connectivity.
Mayfair Village Shopping Centre Expansion
The expansion of Mayfair Village involves a 475sqm addition to the existing neighbourhood shopping centre. The development features a two-level extension in the north-east corner, providing new retail tenancies and a drive-thru facility. The project aims to improve streetscape activation and pedestrian connectivity along Burnett Street while maintaining the existing parking capacity of 348 vehicles.
Greenslopes Private Hospital Wakerley Specialist Centre
A new specialist medical facility developed by Ramsay Health Care to serve Brisbane's eastern corridor. The centre provides outpatient clinics, diagnostic imaging, and day procedure services, functioning as an extension of the Greenslopes Private Hospital network to improve local access to specialist care.
Daveson Road Social and Affordable Housing
Low-rise development delivering 55 one, two and three bedroom social and affordable homes with onsite communal spaces, car parking and sustainability features (targeting 7+ star NatHERS), led by Brisbane Housing Company with Paladin as builder under Queensland Government Quickstarts funding.
Birkdale Community Precinct including Redland Whitewater Centre
A 62-hectare destination transforming Birkdale into a world-class community precinct featuring the Redland Whitewater Centre, an Olympic-standard venue for the Brisbane 2032 Games. The precinct includes 38.8 hectares of conservation area, the heritage-listed Willards Farm, and a WWII Radio Receiving Station. It serves as a swift-water rescue training hub for emergency services and includes a public swimming lagoon, adventure playground, and seven community hubs focused on innovation, entertainment, and recreation.
Eastern Metro Expansion (CBD to Capalaba)
A proposed extension of the Brisbane Metro bus rapid transit network from the existing terminus at Langlands Park (Coorparoo) east along the Old Cleveland Road corridor to Capalaba. New stations are proposed at Coorparoo Square, Camp Hill, Carina, Carindale and Chandler before the line terminates in the Capalaba business district. The expansion is one of four priority corridors being assessed in the Brisbane Metro Expansions Business Case, jointly funded by the Australian, Queensland and Brisbane City Council governments, with $50 million committed by the Federal Government in February 2025.The route is intended to provide high-frequency, fully electric, high-capacity services to seven 2032 Olympic and Paralympic venues in the eastern suburbs and Redland City, including the Brisbane International Shooting Centre, Anna Meares Velodrome and Chandler Indoor Sports Centre. Brisbane City Council ran an industry briefing in January 2026 and an Expressions of Interest process for delivery of the business case, which is targeted for completion by mid-2026. Coorparoo Square was previously constructed with provision for a future underground bus station, and similar opportunities at Westfield Carindale and other sites are being investigated. In March 2026 the expansions were included on Infrastructure Australia's 2026 Infrastructure Priority List in the 2 to 4 year delivery pipeline.
945 residents of Chandler (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 964. Unemployment sits at 2.0%, with participation at 77.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,332, about 86% 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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Chandler is characterized by a highly educated labor force with broad representation across various industries, an unemployment rate of only 2.0%, and an annual employment expansion estimated at 4.2% based on AreaSearch compilations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 945 working residents, and the local unemployment rate sits 2.4% below the Greater Brisbane level of 4.3%. Labor force participation is exceptionally strong, reaching 77.5% compared to the Greater Brisbane average of 70.4%. Census records show that a high 27.6% of workers operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic-related lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The workforce shows a pronounced concentration in construction, with its employment share reaching 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance is less common locally, accounting for 11.6% of workers in Chandler compared to 16.1% across Greater Brisbane. The heavily residential character of the area means localized job opportunities are relatively scarce, as shown by comparing the count of local workers to the resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from wider geographic regions, the 12 months ending March 2026 saw employment expand by 4.2% and the labor force grow by 4.2%, which kept the overall unemployment level steady. This differs from Greater Brisbane, where employment grew by 3.2%, the labor force expanded by 3.4%, and the unemployment rate ticked upward by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide further context for potential local demand. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to project future employment trends. Although national employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely across different sectors. Applying these sectoral trends to the local industry mix suggests employment in Chandler should rise by 6.5% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, though this is a simple weighted calculation for illustration and does not incorporate localized population shifts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Chandler (Qld) is $2,905 a week (about $151,000 a year), with median personal income at $944 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,761 a year against an average of $96,589. The average runs 51% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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 Chandler shows a median taxpayer income of $63,761 and an average income of $96,589, according to ATO postcode data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. These figures are remarkably high on a national scale, contrasting with a median of $58,236 and an average of $72,799 in Greater Brisbane. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of approximately $71,004 for the median and $107,562 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed local household incomes in the elite 96th percentile, at $2,905 weekly.
Looking at the distribution of income, the largest cohort comprises 38.4% of residents (591 people) earning in the $4000+ bracket, unlike the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is most common at 33.3%. A substantial 49.7% of residents earn more than $3,000 weekly, pointing to high concentration of wealth that supports active local commerce. After paying for housing, households retain 87.9% of their earnings, indicating high discretionary spending power, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 9th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Chandler (Qld) had 446 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 1% apartments. 39% are owned with a mortgage, 10% rented and 51% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $368 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,467 a month, a total housing cost higher than 82% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 12.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.5%. 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 Chandler at the time of the latest Census consisted of 99.3% standalone houses and 0.7% other dwelling types such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative formats, compared to 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings across metropolitan Brisbane. The rate of outright home ownership was significantly higher than the metropolitan average at 50.9%, while the remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (39.4%) or rented (9.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was well above the metropolitan Brisbane average of $1,863, standing at $3,467, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $368, compared to $380 in metro Brisbane.
Nationwide, Chandler's mortgage repayments are substantially higher than the Australian average of $1,863, whereas weekly rents track below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Chandler (Qld) counted 446 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.2 people each. 45% are couples with children, more than in 89% of areas nationally, against 31% couples without children. 13% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the vast majority of local residences at 86.1%, consisting of 45.0% couples with children, 31.0% couples without children, and 9.5% single-parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 13.9%, which includes lone-person households at 12.6% and group shared households at 1.1%. The median household occupancy stands at 3.2 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
32.1% of adults in Chandler (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 20.6% with a bachelor degree and 8.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 85% of areas nationally. A further 17.9% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The educational profile of the area is highly distinguished within the region, with tertiary qualification rates at 32.1% of residents aged 15+ exceeding the SA3 average of 22.1% and the SA4 average of 23.7%, showing a strong local emphasis on academic attainment. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 20.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.9%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also widely held, with 26.8% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.9% and certificates at 17.9%. Enrolment in education is remarkably high, with 33.1% of the population presently undertaking formal study.
This student cohort includes 11.8% in secondary schools, 9.8% in primary schools, and 7.6% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Chandler (Qld) reaches 13 stops on 10 routes, timetabled for about 520 services a week. The typical home sits about 770 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 2.5 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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Analysis of public transit options indicates there are 13 active transit stops operating within Chandler, consisting of various bus options. These stops are serviced by 10 distinct routes, which combine to offer 516 passenger trips per week. Transit accessibility is classified as limited, with residents living an average of 766 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, the vast majority of workers commute to other districts, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice for 90% of commuters. Households own an average of 2.5 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average.
A high 27.6% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic conditions. Transit service frequency averages 73 trips daily across all active routes, which translates to approximately 39 weekly trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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72.6% of residents in Chandler (Qld) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 86% of areas nationally. 4.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 65.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.5 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 profiles indicate excellent outcomes across Chandler, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality statistics and the occurrence of long-term illnesses, which reveal low rates of common health issues across all demographics. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is exceptionally high, covering approximately 65% of the local population (1,008 people), compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequent chronic medical issues reported locally are arthritis and asthma, affecting 7.6% and 6.8% of the population, respectively, while 72.6% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions at all, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane.
The population aged under 65 shows better than average health statistics. The area is home to 22.6% of residents aged 65 and over (348 people), which exceeds the Greater Brisbane share of 15.1%. Health profiles among senior residents are particularly robust, matching national benchmarks for the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Chandler (Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 79.9% of residents, with 13.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.7%) and Australian (23.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Chandler displays above-average levels of cultural diversity, with 20.1% of residents born outside Australia and 13.7% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 64.4% of the population, compared to 47.8% recorded across Greater Brisbane. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three most common heritages reported in Chandler are English at 28.7% of the population, Australian at 23.6%, and Scottish at 8.3%. There are also distinct concentrations of other backgrounds relative to the wider region, with Hungarian heritage overrepresented at 0.4% (compared to 0.2% regionally), South Australian at 0.8% (compared to 0.6%), and Sri Lankan at 0.6% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Chandler (Qld) is 45, older than 80% of areas nationally. 20.0% 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 45, Chandler is significantly older than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and sits well above the national median of 38. The 65 - 74 age group is highly represented at 12.5% of the population relative to Greater Brisbane, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 4.5%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has increased from 5.8% to 8.4%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 16.6% to 15.2%. Demographic projections indicate the age structure of Chandler will change markedly by 2041.
Leading this change, the 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to expand by 44% (57 people), growing from 129 to 187. The aging trend is pronounced, with seniors aged 65 and over accounting for 84% of the projected population growth. Meanwhile, the 65 to 74 and 0 to 4 age brackets are projected to see declines in population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Chandler (Qld)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 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 — 4 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,475 at the 2021 Census → 1,541 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 (SAL30579). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.