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Coolangatta (Qld) has an estimated 7,434 residents, up from 6,491 at the 2021 Census — a change of 943 people, or 14.5%. Growth has averaged 2.1% a year over five years, faster than 83% of areas nationally. 677 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 69.0% of that increase. That puts 3,913 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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Based on the examination of ABS population data for the surrounding region and new locations confirmed by AreaSearch after the Census, the suburb of Coolangatta (Qld) has an estimated occupancy of approximately 7,434 residents as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 943 individuals (14.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 6,491 residents. This shift is calculated from a resident base of 7,208, determined by AreaSearch through analysis of the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an additional 677 validated new addresses identified after the Census.
This count equates to a density of 3,912 persons per square kilometer, placing the location within the top 10% of national areas analyzed by AreaSearch, highlighting the high demand for local land. The 14.5% rate of expansion in the suburb of Coolangatta (Qld) since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national benchmark, establishing the area as a regional growth leader. This demographic rise was chiefly propelled by arrivals from overseas, who accounted for approximately 69.0% of the overall population increases during recent timeframes. ABS and Geoscience Australia forecasts for each SA2 sector, published in 2024 with 2022 as the anchor year, are utilized by AreaSearch. In instances where SA2 boundaries lack this information, or for periods past-2032, Queensland Government SA2 projections issued in 2023 using 2021 data are substituted. Since these state-level figures omit breakdowns by age, AreaSearch distributes growth weightings across age categories using the ABS Greater Capital Region forecasts (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data) for individual cohorts. Looking at these shifting age patterns, a major upward trajectory in residency is anticipated, placing the suburb of Coolangatta (Qld) in the top quartile of regional locations nationwide, with a projected growth of 2,347 persons by 2041 using combined SA2 projections, representing an overall increase of 28.5% across the 16 years.
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972 new dwellings have been approved in Coolangatta (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 194 a year. That places the area in the 79th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 26 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 224 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 3% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 288, 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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According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building consent statistics distributed from regional data, Coolangatta typically records roughly 194 residential permits annually, representing about 972 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. During the current FY-26 period, 264 permits have been registered. Because the area has seen an average of only 0.7 additional occupants per constructed dwelling per year over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, the volume of new completions is keeping pace with or outstripping demand, providing purchasers with diverse options and establishing room for population expansion beyond current predictions, while new residential projects average $1,524,000 in value, indicating that developers are prioritizing upmarket, high-end builds.
Additionally, commercial building approvals have reached $6.5 million this financial year, reinforcing the residential focus of the neighborhood. Coolangatta displays a 200.0% higher rate of new residential approvals (per capita) compared to the Rest of Qld, giving prospective purchasers plenty of options, even though building approvals have slowed down recently. This level of activity is significantly above the countrywide benchmark, showing strong developer interest. Recent completions consist of 3.0% detached houses and 97.0% medium to high-density buildings. This emphasis on denser housing options provides more budget-friendly entry points and satisfies the needs of downsizers, real estate investors, and first-time buyers. With approximately 88 individuals for every building consent, the area exhibits the classic indicators of a developing zone. Long-term forecasts suggest Coolangatta will gain 2,121 occupants by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly projections from AreaSearch. With the current pace of construction, the volume of incoming housing should easily satisfy demand, maintaining favorable purchasing environments and potentially sustaining population growth above current outlooks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Coolangatta (Qld), worth an estimated $1.67 billion. A further 114 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $26.8 billion. 36 are already under construction and 59 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities 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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Local performance is heavily shaped by changes to transport networks, major developments, and urban planning. AreaSearch has highlighted 29 projects expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include the Kirra Point Holiday Apartments, Coolangatta Beachside Resort, Coolangatta Creek Boardwalk Extension, and the Coolangatta and Kirra Business Centre Place Making Master Plan, with details of the most significant works listed below.
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Coolangatta Beachside Resort
A transformative redevelopment of the beachfront precinct at 72-78 Marine Parade, integrating The Strand shopping centre and the Coolangatta Sands Hotel. Following the $142 million acquisition by Alceon and Aktiv in 2025, and the hotel purchase by Irvin Hotel Group in 2026, the site is undergoing a major five-year staged upgrade. The project envisions a high-end luxury resort destination featuring revitalized retail and dining, premium hotel accommodation, and potential vertical development of up to 23 storeys to leverage its prime coastal position.
Kirra Point Holiday Apartments
The first stage of the 380 million AUD Kirra Point mixed-use precinct is complete, featuring 116 luxury apartments and the Kirra Point Holiday Apartments short-stay offering. Stage 2 is currently in early construction and ground works, set to deliver a second residential tower, a boutique hotel, and a curated laneway retail precinct including a village square and fresh food marketplace.
Coolangatta Creek Boardwalk Extension
Construction of a boardwalk extension at the mouth of Coolangatta Creek as a key segment of the Gold Coast Oceanway. The project includes widening the existing shared path to 5 metres to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety, installing viewing platforms, and providing seating and environmental interpretation. It aims to enhance coastal connectivity between North Kirra and Bilinga while revitalising the riparian zone.
Coolangatta and Kirra Business Centre Place Making Master Plan
Place-based master plan guiding the long-term enhancement of public spaces, streetscapes and beach access across the Coolangatta and Kirra business centres. The plan, developed by City of Gold Coast following extensive community engagement, sets the vision to improve the walking experience, celebrate local beach culture, history and identity, and progressively upgrade Marine Parade, Griffith Street, foreshore connections and pedestrian links. Implementation rolls out through annual capital works programs covering streetscape renewal, public realm upgrades, improved beach access and tourism amenity enhancements.The plan complements significant private sector beachfront redevelopment activity now reshaping the precinct.
Tweed Heads and Coolangatta SLSC Stage 3 Renovation
Stage 3 renovation of the Tweed Heads and Coolangatta Surf Life Saving Club at Greenmount Beach, Coolangatta. Works include a new two-level entry foyer and atrium, 80-seat function room, new kiosk, first aid room, and refurbished toilets. The entry, kiosk, and function room are now completed. Upgrade of the bar and air conditioning systems remain in planning stages. Architect is Shane Denman Designs, with Hutchinson Builders engaged for cost estimates. The club, established in 1911, is Queensland's oldest surf life saving club.
Tweed Heads Community Facilities Expansion
Expansion of community facilities in Tweed Heads, including upgrades to the library, community centre, and new youth spaces under the Tweed Shire Community Facilities Plan to serve a growing population.
Pipis Bilinga
Luxury beachfront apartment development with 17 half-floor three-bedroom apartments and 2 four-bedroom penthouses. 11-storey building at 303 Golden Four Drive, Bilinga. Completion expected Q1 2025.
Tweed Heads South Mixed Development
Mixed-use development featuring 89 residential apartments, ground floor retail spaces, and community facilities. Located near Tweed River with water views and modern sustainable design features.
3,933 residents of Coolangatta (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 4,054. Unemployment sits at 3.0%, with participation at 61.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labor pool is characterized by high levels of education and strong representation in key service sectors, showing an unemployment rate of only 3.0% and an estimated annual employment rise of 4.0% according to AreaSearch regional compilations. In March 2026, the employed population numbered 3,933 residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 0.9% lower than the Regional Qld figure of 3.9%, while labor force participation is slightly lower than typical levels (61.5% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld). Census indicators show that a moderate 16.9% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this may have been influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, accommodation & food services, and construction. The community displays a particularly strong concentration in accommodation & food services, employing residents at 1.5 times the regional average rate. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented, making up only 0.8% of the local workforce compared to 4.5% across Regional Qld. Although there are employment opportunities within the neighborhood, the ratio of Census workers to the local population suggests a significant portion of residents travel outside the area for their jobs. Based on AreaSearch assessments of SALM and ABS statistics drawn from wider geographic areas, the recent 12-month period saw employment expand by 4.0% while the total labor force grew by 3.2%, which reduced the unemployment rate by 0.7 percentage points. This contrasts with Regional Qld, where employment rose by 0.1%, the workforce grew by 0.3%, and the unemployment rate increased by 0.1 percentage points. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context on future labor needs. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth trends. Nationally, total employment is expected to increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary widely by industry. Applying these national industry trends to the local job mix indicates that local employment would expand by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted calculation for illustration and does not account for local population changes.
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Median household income in Coolangatta (Qld) is $1,331 a week (about $69,000 a year), with median personal income at $785 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,449 a year against an average of $67,326. The average runs 45% 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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Taxpayer data from the ATO for financial year 2023 aggregated by AreaSearch shows a median income of $46,449 and an average of $67,326 for Coolangatta. These figures align closely with national benchmarks, compared to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Adjusting for a 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at approximately $51,726 for the median and $74,974 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed individual earnings at the 46th percentile ($785 weekly) and household incomes at the 22nd percentile.
In terms of earnings brackets, 28.9% of residents (2,148 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the wider metro area trend of 31.7%. Housing costs present a major challenge, leaving residents with only 80.9% of their income, which ranks in the 19th percentile, while the SEIFA score places the area in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Coolangatta (Qld) had 2,944 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 13% detached houses and 77% apartments. 20% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $405 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,805 a month. Rent absorbs 30.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 31.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census, residential architecture in Coolangatta consisted of 13.1% detached houses and 86.9% alternative housing types, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to Regional Qld where houses made up 76.4% and other options accounted for 23.6%. Home ownership stood at 37.7%, ahead of the Regional Qld rate, with the remaining residences split between those with mortgages (19.9%) and rented properties (42.4%). The median monthly home loan payment was higher than the Regional Qld average at $1,805, and the median weekly rent was $405, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively.
Nationally, local mortgage commitments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rental costs exceed the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Coolangatta (Qld) counted 2,944 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,372 today, averaging 1.9 people each. 12% are couples with children, fewer than in 96% of areas nationally, against 34% couples without children. 38% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 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 54.7%, which includes couples with children at 12.1%, couples without children at 34.0%, and single parent households at 7.7%. The remaining 45.3% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 37.6% and group shared houses making up 7.6%. The median household size is 1.9 residents, which is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
28.7% of adults in Coolangatta (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 21.0% with a bachelor degree and 5.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 24.6% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 351 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,017 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The educational profile of the population is notable in the region, with university completion rates (28.7% of residents aged 15+) sitting higher than both the Rest of Qld average of 20.6% and the SA4 region level of 25.4%, showing a local focus on higher learning. Undergraduate degrees represent the largest share at 21.0%, followed by postgraduate study at 5.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Practical and technical skills are also well represented, with 36.9% of the population aged 15 and over holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (12.3%) and certificates (24.6%).
A significant 23.0% of the local population is enrolled in some form of study. This cohort includes 7.4% attending university or college, 4.7% in primary school, and 3.8% in secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Coolangatta (Qld) reaches 25 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 1,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 260 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 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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Transport networks include 25 active stops in Coolangatta, which are served by various bus lines. These stops accommodate 11 different routes, delivering 1,379 passenger journeys weekly. Access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 264 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with cars remaining the main travel choice at 82%, followed by 8% walking and 4% cycling. Vehicle ownership averages 1.0 car per household, which is below the wider regional average. Approximately 16.9% of residents worked from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-era practices.
Buses run an average of 197 times a day across all routes, which provides approximately 55 weekly services for each individual stop.
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66.0% of residents in Coolangatta (Qld) report no long-term health condition. 6.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.6 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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The area shows favorable health statistics according to AreaSearch measurements of mortality and chronic disease, with young and elderly cohorts reporting low rates of typical medical conditions, and private medical insurance uptake slightly leading the average SA2 area at roughly 54% of the population, which translates to about 4,005 people. The most common medical complaints among residents were arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 9.5% and 8.4% of the population respectively, while 66.0% of the community reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health profiles for working-age residents are typical.
Those aged 65 and over make up 24.5% of the population (1,821 people), which is higher than the Regional Qld level of 20.4%. Seniors in the area display above-average health profiles, with national standings generally matching the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Coolangatta (Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 77.4% of residents, with 9.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.7%) and Australian (23.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The area reflects regional averages for cultural diversity indicators, with citizens making up 82.5% of the population, 77.4% of residents born in Australia, and 90.7% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 49.5% of residents. The most noticeable deviation from regional averages is in Judaism, which is practiced by 0.2% of the population compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld. Regarding family backgrounds, the three most common ancestries are English at 31.7%, Australian at 23.8%, and Irish at 10.6%. There are also distinct concentrations of other heritages, with Spanish backgrounds accounting for 0.9% of residents compared to 0.3% regionally, French backgrounds at 0.9% compared to 0.5%, and Scottish ancestry at 9.2% compared to 7.8%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Coolangatta (Qld) is 48, older than 91% of areas nationally. That is 2 years younger than at the 2021 Census. 29.7% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 48, Coolangatta is older than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national average of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket is highly visible at 21.1% of the population, whereas the 5 - 14 group is less common at 4.9%. This concentration of young adults aged 25 - 34 is higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Data gathered after the 2021 Census shows a demographic shift toward younger residents, with the median age dropping from 50 to 48 years. Specifically, the cohort aged 25 to 34 increased from 17.1% to 21.1% of the population, and the group aged 35 to 44 rose from 10.8% to 14.0%.
In contrast, the 55 to 64 group shrank from 16.0% to 13.8%, and the 65 to 74 range fell from 16.1% to 14.1%. By 2041, the age structure is projected to shift further, with the 25 to 34 group growing by 591 individuals (38%) from 1,568 to 2,160, while the 15 to 24 age bracket is expected to grow by 9% (54 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Coolangatta (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 | Apr 2026 4 months ago all 10 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 Apr 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 — 677 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,491 at the 2021 Census → 7,434 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 (SAL30680). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.