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Clifton Beach (Qld) has an estimated 3,489 residents, up from 3,192 at the 2021 Census — a change of 297 people, or 9.3%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years. 133 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 50.0% of that increase. That puts 604 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 updates for the wider region, alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Clifton Beach (Qld) has a calculated population of approximately 3,489 in May 2026. This indicates a rise of 297 people (9.3%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 3,192 individuals. This shift is determined from the resident population of 3,489, calculated by AreaSearch using the most recent ERP data from the ABS (June 2025) and an extra 133 validated new addresses since the Census date. Such a population size corresponds to a density ratio of 603 persons per square kilometer, indicating substantial space per resident and potential capacity for additional expansion.
The 9.3% expansion of the suburb of Clifton Beach (Qld) since the 2021 census was higher than the SA4 region (7.5%), as well as the Rest of Qld, positioning it as a leading growth locality in the region. Demographic expansion for the area was majorly propelled by overseas migration, which made up roughly 50.0% of total population increases during recent intervals, even though all indicators including interstate migration and natural growth remained positive. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 regions not represented in this dataset, and for years after 2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, published in 2023 and utilizing 2021 data, are implemented. Note that these state projections do not include age category splits; therefore, where applied, AreaSearch uses proportional growth weightings matching the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data) for each age bracket. Considering population projections in the future, an above median demographic expansion of regional areas of Australia is projected, with the suburb of Clifton Beach (Qld) expected to grow by 547 persons to 2041 based on compiled SA2-level projections, indicating an increase of 15.7% overall across the 16 years.
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124 new dwellings have been approved in Clifton Beach (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 24 a year. That places the area in the 67th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 31 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 41, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on AreaSearch research of ABS building approval statistics, apportioned from statistical area data, Clifton Beach has recorded approximately 24 new homes approved annually, summing to an estimated 124 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 38 approvals have been registered. With an average of 1.9 people annually relocating to the area for every home constructed over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand seem balanced, establishing steady market conditions, although recent statistics indicate this has decreased to 1.2 people per home over the last 2 financial years, indicating an improved balance between supply and demand.
New properties are built at an average cost of $457,000—somewhat above regional benchmarks—reflecting quality-oriented development. Furthermore, $1.2 million in commercial development approvals have been registered this financial year, highlighting the residential character of the area. In comparison to Rest of Qld, Clifton Beach displays comparable development rates (per person), maintaining a market balance in line with surrounding localities. In addition, new construction has been entirely comprised of detached dwellings, maintaining the low density character of the area with a focus on stand-alone homes appealing to space-seeking buyers. New construction concentrates on detached housing more than existing ratios indicate (72.0% at Census), showing sustained strong demand for family properties despite rising density pressures. The locality has approximately 79 people per dwelling approval, showing an expanding market. Looking forward, Clifton Beach is projected to expand by 547 residents through to 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current construction rates, new housing supply should easily satisfy demand, offering favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting expansion beyond current population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Clifton Beach (Qld)
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AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Clifton Beach (Qld), worth an estimated $3 million. A further 40 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $4.15 billion. 14 are already under construction and 17 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 factors can affect local performance as much as adjustments to local infrastructure, major developments and planning guidelines. In total, 15 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the locality. Major developments include Reefsedge Resort & Waterpark, The Palms Collection Masterplan, The Palms, and Deep Creek Estate, with the list below highlighting those expected to be of greatest significance.
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Deep Creek Estate
Masterplanned house-and-land estate by Kenfrost Homes spanning pockets near Cottesloe Drive, Clifton Beach. The Clifton Beach side launched in late 2023 with ongoing construction and sales. Estate marketing highlights generous lots, proximity to beach and schools, and on-site agents daily.
Reefsedge Resort & Waterpark
A state-of-the-art $235 million waterpark and luxury resort development on the former Paradise Palms site. The project features 22 slides, including a three-level tower and the King Cobra slide, plus wave and lagoon pools. The masterplan includes 364 villas, 127 ensuited caravan sites, and a fully renovated clubhouse. Designed as a catalytic tourism project for Far North Queensland, it expects to attract 379,000 annual visitors and create over 400 operational jobs.
The Palms
The Palms is a major masterplanned redevelopment of the former Paradise Palms Golf Course into a mixed-use precinct. The project features approximately 330 residential lots and the $210 million Reefsedge Waterpark and Tourist Park, which includes over 20 water slides, resort pools, 364 villas, and 47 caravan sites. The site also incorporates a proposed Catholic primary school and a village hub with retail and dining. Civil works are ongoing, with the waterpark and resort components targeted for a mid-2026 opening.
Breakwaters - Clifton Beach Erosion Management
Construction of three shore-connected rock breakwaters along Arlington Esplanade at Clifton Beach, designed to trap northward-moving sand and reduce long-term coastal erosion. The $2.5 million project was partly funded by more than $985,000 from the Queensland Government under the Coastal and Estuarine Risk Mitigation Program, prompted by beach damage from ex-Tropical Cyclone Jasper. Works were expected to be complete by October 2025, with sand nourishment to follow, reducing the frequency of future beach replenishment.
The Golden Lakes Development
A large-scale residential development at the site of an old quarry in Kewarra Beach, Cairns. The approved project involves 216 apartments across three six-storey buildings and two single-storey buildings, with four lakeside villas. Located 20 minutes north of Cairns CBD, it features recreational facilities including a gym, pool, and walking paths surrounded by rainforest.
The Palms Collection Masterplan
A $300 million-plus masterplanned community transforming the former Paradise Palms Golf Course into a mixed-use precinct. The development comprises 438 residential lots (including an estate and a 349-site land-lease retirement village), a Catholic primary school, EnviroDevelopment-certified open space with walking trails, and planned tourism accommodation. The Reefsedge Resort and Waterpark component ($210 million, 427 cabins, water slides and wave pool) was cancelled in May 2026 after civil works were largely completed, due to a significant escalation in project costs linked to global supply chain disruptions and the conflict in Iran.The residential subdivision and retirement village remain under active construction. Civil works contractor FGF Developments and builder Keir Queensland Design and Construct were engaged for the waterpark stage.
Argentea Palm Cove Residential Estate
Masterplanned coastal residential estate in Palm Cove with walking trails, parks and nature reserve. Kerdic indicates the estate is nearing completion with the last lots now selling and recent beachfront allotments released.
Estia on Arlington
Independent living retirement apartments developed by St John's Community Care in Clifton Beach. The project comprises two towers with 32 two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartments and shared amenities such as a heated pool, gym, library, allied health rooms and outdoor areas. Officially inaugurated in June 2024 and now selling with apartments available.
1,829 residents of Clifton Beach (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 1,864. Unemployment sits at 1.9%, with participation at 61.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,655, about 76% 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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Clifton Beach features a highly educated workforce, with essential services fields well represented, and an unemployment rate of only 1.9%, according to AreaSearch compilation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,829 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.0% below Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%, and workforce participation is slightly below average (61.8% compared to Regional Qld's 64.3%). Based on Census feedback, a moderate 18.3% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown influences must be taken into account. Top employment sectors among residents consist of health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and education & training.
The area exhibits a particularly notable concentration in accommodation & food, with employment levels at 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, employing only 0.5% of Clifton Beach's workforce compared to 4.5% in Regional Qld. The mostly residential area appears to provide few employment options locally, as shown by the comparison of Census working population versus resident population. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, compiled from broader statistical areas, the 12-month period experienced a labor force reduction of 1.8% along with a 2.5% drop in employment, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.7 percentage points. By comparison, Regional Qld experienced employment expansion of 0.1% and labor force expansion of 0.3%, with a 0.1 percentage point rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can provide additional understanding of potential future demand in Clifton Beach. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been aligned with the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary greatly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific forecasts to Clifton Beach's employment profile indicates local employment should rise by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for visualization purposes and does not account for localized population projections).
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Median household income in Clifton Beach (Qld) is $1,480 a week (about $77,000 a year), with median personal income at $808 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,775 a year against an average of $65,503. 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 Clifton Beach displays a median taxpayer income of $53,775 and an average of $65,503 based on the latest postcode level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. This is slightly below the national average, contrasting with Regional Qld's median income of $53,146 and average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $59,884 (median) and $72,944 (average) as of March 2026. Census data indicates personal income ranks at the 51st percentile ($808 weekly), while household income ranks at the 34th percentile.
The statistics show the largest group covers 29.7% of residents (1,036 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, mirroring trends observed in the surrounding region where 31.7% similarly fall into this range. Housing affordability pressures are intense, with only 83.3% of income remaining, ranking at the 34th percentile, and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Clifton Beach (Qld) had 1,274 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 72% detached houses and 23% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 32% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $365 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,820 a month. Rent absorbs 24.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling composition in Clifton Beach, as assessed at the latest Census, consisted of 72.3% houses and 27.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership in Clifton Beach was significantly higher than Regional Qld, at 37.0%, with the remaining dwellings being mortgaged (31.3%) or rented (31.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was higher than the Regional Qld average at $1,820, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $365, compared to Regional Qld's $1,655 and $345.
Nationally, Clifton Beach's mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Clifton Beach (Qld) counted 1,274 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,393 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 23% are couples with children, fewer than in 77% of areas nationally, against 36% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the majority at 71.7% of all households, consisting of 22.9% couples with children, 36.3% couples without children, and 11.7% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 28.3%, with single person households at 25.1% and group households making up 3.1% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 people is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
28.1% of adults in Clifton Beach (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 17.2% with a bachelor degree and 8.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 26.5% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The educational profile of the area is distinct within the region, with university qualification levels (28.1% of residents aged 15+) higher than the Rest of Qld average of 20.6% and the SA4 region average (21.1%), showing a strong community focus on tertiary education. Bachelor degrees are most common at 17.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (8.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.6%). Vocational and technical credentials are also prominent, with 39.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.1%) and certificates (26.5%). Participation in study is notably high, with 29.7% of residents currently registered in formal education.
This consists of 9.7% in primary school, 8.8% in high school, and 5.4% undertaking university education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Clifton Beach (Qld) reaches 16 stops on 2 routes, timetabled for about 190 services a week. The typical home sits about 330 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.3 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 research shows 16 active transit stops operating in Clifton Beach, consisting of a combination of buses. These stops are serviced by 2 unique routes, which combined offer 193 weekly passenger journeys. Transport accessibility is classified as good, with residents generally positioned 325 meters from the closest transport stop. As a mostly residential locality, the majority of residents commute out of the area - driving remains the primary mode at 91%. Car ownership averages 1.3 per household, which is below the regional average. Roughly 18.3% of residents work from home (2021 Census; which may reflect COVID-19 circumstances).
Service frequency averages 27 journeys daily across all routes, translating to roughly 12 weekly journeys per individual stop.
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70.1% of residents in Clifton Beach (Qld) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 82% of areas nationally. 4.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.1 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 outcomes data reveals excellent results throughout Clifton Beach, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic disease frequency, featuring very low occurrence of common health conditions across all age categories, and the rate of private health insurance slightly exceeds the average SA2 area at approximately 53% of the total population (~1,854 people). The most prevalent medical conditions in the area were recorded as arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 7.8 and 7.2% of residents, respectively, while 70.1% reported being completely free of medical conditions compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
The population under the age of 65 shows better than average health outcomes. The area has 24.6% of residents aged 65 and over (858 people), which is higher than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among older residents are exceptionally strong, with national rankings generally matching the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
32.4% of Clifton Beach (Qld) residents were born overseas and 11.0% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.0%) and Australian (20.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Clifton Beach is more culturally diverse than most local markets, with 11.0% of its population speaking a non-English language at home and 32.4% born overseas. The primary religion in Clifton Beach is Christianity, representing 44.8% of residents. However, the most visible overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld. Regarding ancestry (parents' country of birth), the three largest represented groups in Clifton Beach are English, representing 31.0% of the population, Australian, representing 20.9% of the population, which is notably below the regional average of 26.5%, and Irish, representing 8.7% of the population.
Furthermore, there are visible differences in the representation of other ethnic backgrounds: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.4% of Clifton Beach (compared to 0.2% regionally), Dutch at 1.9% (compared to 1.1%) and Russian at 0.5% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Clifton Beach (Qld) is 48, older than 88% of areas nationally. 19.9% 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 48, Clifton Beach is significantly older than the Regional Qld median of 41 and notably above the national benchmark of 38. The 55 - 64 age category shows strong representation at 16.7% compared to Regional Qld, whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 9.1%. This 55 - 64 concentration is significantly higher than the national rate of 11.2%. Post-2021 Census data indicates the 75 to 84 age category has expanded from 6.6% to 7.9% of the population, while the 15 to 24 group rose from 9.7% to 10.8%.
On the other hand, the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 16.1% to 13.8%. By 2041, Clifton Beach is projected to experience notable adjustments in its age profile. Leading the demographic change, the 65 to 74 group will expand by 21% (108 people), growing to 628 from 519. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 cohort is projected to decrease by 9 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Clifton Beach (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 | Aug 2026 this month all 3 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 — 133 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,192 at the 2021 Census → 3,489 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 (SAL30625). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.