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Coombs has an estimated 6,817 residents, up from 4,851 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,966 people, or 40.5%. Growth has averaged 7.5% a year over five years, faster than 96% of areas nationally. 684 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 57.0% of that increase. That puts 2,938 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 demographics data for the surrounding region combined with validated address registers compiled by AreaSearch after the Census, the suburb of Coombs has an estimated residency of 6,817 individuals in May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 1,966 people (40.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 4,851 residents. The calculation is based on a resident base of 6,159 that AreaSearch estimated utilizing the June 2025 ABS ERP publication, alongside an additional 684 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. This headcount represents a density of 2,938 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Coombs in the top quartile of Australian areas monitored by AreaSearch.
The suburb of Coombs's 40.5% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the state (8.3%) as well as the broader SA4 territory, establishing it as a regional growth leader. The expansion was primarily fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 56.99999999999999% of total population additions in recent times, though natural growth and overseas arrivals were also positive contributors. For demographic projections, AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia forecasts issued in 2024 with a 2022 baseline for each SA2. In instances where SA2 areas lack coverage, or for periods past 2032, age bracket growth rates are sourced from ACT Government projections utilizing a 2022 baseline. Looking ahead, the suburb of Coombs is anticipated to experience substantial demographic expansion within the top quartile of the country, with forecasts indicating an addition of 2,550 residents by 2041, representing a total rise of 27.8% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
512 new dwellings have been approved in Coombs over the past five years, an average of 102 a year. That places the area in the 92nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 15 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 54 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 7% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 103, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approval statistics mapped from statistical areas, Coombs has maintained an average of approximately 102 residential approvals annually, totaling 512 approved dwellings during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 95 approvals in FY-26 so far. Because an average of 3.6 new residents relocated to the locality for each constructed dwelling during the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, demand remains higher than supply, which generally elevates pricing and intensifies buyer competition. Concurrently, the average estimated value of new construction stands at $197,000, which sits below the regional norm and indicates more economical options for purchasers.
Additionally, commercial approvals registered at $34,000 during this financial year, pointing to a heavily residential emphasis. In comparison to the Australian Capital Territory, Coombs displays significantly lower construction volumes, sitting 71.0% below the regional average per capita. Such limited new construction typically bolsters demand and valuations for pre-existing properties. However, this level remains considerably above the national baseline, reflecting robust developer optimism in this market. The profile of new building approvals consists of 7.0% standalone homes and 93.0% townhouses or apartments. This high concentration of compact residences provides more affordable entry opportunities and draws downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This marks a clear departure from the current housing composition of the area, where houses make up 38.0% of properties, pointing to a decline in vacant developable land alongside changing consumer preferences and demand for more varied, budget-friendly accommodation. The area has roughly 169 residents per building approval, reflecting a growing market. Long-term forecasts indicate that Coombs will welcome 1,892 additional residents by 2041, according to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly calculations. Under ongoing construction paces, the volume of incoming housing should easily satisfy demand, establishing favorable purchasing conditions and potentially paving the way for expansion that exceeds current demographic forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 24 current infrastructure and development projects close to Coombs, worth an estimated $1.32 billion. 7 are already under construction and 1 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and retail. 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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An area's performance is heavily influenced by updates to local infrastructure, major projects, and urban planning initiatives. A total of 2 key developments have been identified by AreaSearch as having a likely local impact. The primary projects of relevance include the Molonglo Group Centre to Town Centre Transition, the Molonglo Town Centre, the Molonglo River Bridge and John Gorton Drive Extension, and Fetherston Weston, with details provided for those expected to be of greatest significance.
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Molonglo River Bridge and John Gorton Drive Extension
A jointly funded ACT and Australian Government infrastructure project delivering a 200-metre weathering steel bridge over the Molonglo River and approximately 1.7 kilometres of new arterial road as the final section of John Gorton Drive. When complete, the bridge will be the longest weathering steel bridge in Australia and the tallest road bridge in Canberra. The project improves all-weather connectivity for Molonglo Valley suburbs including Denman Prospect and Whitlam, replacing the flood-prone Coppins Crossing alignment.Scope includes two new signalised intersections, two queue-jump bus lanes, bus stops, provision for future light rail, off-road shared paths, a pedestrian underpass adjacent to the future Molonglo Town Centre, a services corridor for electricity across the river, and native fauna habitat including platypus nesting sites. Construction began January 2024; all 12 steel girders have been lifted into place and deck construction is underway. Completion is expected in late 2026.
Molonglo Town Centre
Canberra's sixth town centre, formally reclassified under National Capital Plan Amendment 99 (September 2024). The Suburban Land Agency is master-planning a 97-hectare precinct along the Molonglo River to serve as the primary commercial and community hub for the Molonglo Valley district, expected to house around 70,000 residents by 2050. The centre will include a main shopping precinct, homemakers and service trades precinct, district library and community centre, indoor sport and recreation facility, high school and college, transport interchange, town park, and approximately 10,000 dwellings within the town centre itself.Delivery is planned in four stages over 8-10 years, with retail core construction commencing in 2026.
Denman Apartments
A new housing development by PROJEX Building, consisting of 24 two-bedroom apartments. The project focuses on high energy efficiency, targeting a minimum 7-star rating, and includes adaptable and livable gold-standard units. It features lifts, undercover parking, and centralized communal spaces.
Cooleman Court Shopping Precinct Upgrades
Upgrades to the shopping precinct at Cooleman Court to revitalize and improve access.
Woolworths Weston Creek Supermarket Expansion and Refurbishment
Expansion of the supermarket and full refurbishment to Woolworth's latest standard. Supermarket to remain open during refurbishment.
Fetherston Weston
Village Building Company plans a medium-density development of 337 homes on former AFP site with sustainable features like solar panels and EV charging stations. Construction of 26 new buildings comprising 11 three-storey apartment buildings, 5 walk-up apartment buildings and 15 two-storey townhouses to accommodate a total of 337 new dwellings, with new basement car parking. Amendment for changes to the roof on building L, M, N, O, P and Z, and changes to building levels for buildings N and Z.
S73 Denman Prospect
A proposed multi-unit housing development at Block 1 Section 73 Denman Prospect, currently under development application. The proposal includes two residential buildings with 121 units, 48 of which are designated as affordable housing. Amenities planned for the site include basement car parking, electric vehicle charging, a community garden, and solar power.
Waramanga Oval and Stirling Playing Fields Upgrades
Lighting upgrades at Waramanga Oval and upgraded field lights at Stirling Playing fields to allow for night matches.
3,685 residents of Coombs are employed, from a labour force of 3,812. Unemployment sits at 3.3%, with participation at 81.5%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 5,176, 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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Coombs is characterized by a workforce with high levels of education and solid representation in key public sectors, alongside an unemployment rate of just 3.3% and an estimated annual employment expansion of 0.5%, according to AreaSearch statistical area compilations. In March 2026, working residents numbered 3,685, with an unemployment rate sitting 0.7% below the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.1%, while workforce participation reached a high level of 81.5% compared to the Australian Capital Territory baseline of 70.8%. Census records indicate that a modest 10.3% of the workforce operated from home, though the influence of pandemic restrictions during this period should be kept in mind.
Resident jobs are clustered mainly within public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical fields. The area exhibits a notable concentration in health care & social assistance, where local employment share is 1.4 times the regional proportion. Conversely, construction has a minor presence at 5.2% of the workforce compared to 6.8% across the region. This highly residential locality seems to provide few local employment options, as shown by the disparity between the count of local jobs and the size of the resident workforce. According to AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS data aggregated from local statistical units, the 12 months leading to March 2026 saw employment rise by 0.5% while the labor pool expanded by 1.1%, resulting in a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. In comparison, the Australian Capital Territory saw employment rise by 0.3% and its labor force grow by 1.1%, while its unemployment rate rose by 0.7 percentage points. Future requirements within Coombs can be contextualized via national job trends released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25. These five and ten-year forecasts have been mapped against the local employment makeup to project future workforce trends. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, although these trajectories vary widely depending on the industry. Applying these sectoral forecasts to the occupational distribution of Coombs projects a local employment increase of 6.9% across five years and 14.1% over ten years, representing a basic weighted calculation for demonstration purposes that does not incorporate localized population shifts.
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Median household income in Coombs is $2,634 a week (about $137,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,358 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $76,864 a year against an average of $91,441. 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 Coombs ranks among the highest income deciles nationally, based on the most recent ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income of local taxpayers is $76,864, and the average taxpayer income stands at $91,441, which compares to Australian Capital Territory averages of $72,206 and $85,981 respectively. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.44% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at approximately $84,889 for the median and $100,987 for the average in March 2026. According to the Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Coombs all rank between the 93rd and 96th percentiles across the country.
In terms of earnings distribution, the largest cohort consists of 38.6% of residents (2,631 people) who fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, similar to the broader region where 34.3% belong to this group. High income earners are prominent, with 42.1% earning over $3,000 weekly, pointing to robust purchasing power. Elevated housing costs account for 16.4% of total income, yet strong overall earnings keep disposable income at the 92nd percentile nationally, with the SEIFA index placing the area in the 9th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Coombs had 1,725 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 38% detached houses and 28% apartments. 64% are owned with a mortgage, 28% rented and 8% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $480 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month, a total housing cost higher than 95% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 18.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 17.5%. 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 property types in Coombs at the time of the latest Census consisted of 37.5% standalone houses and 62.5% other housing styles such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to 63.3% houses and 36.7% alternative dwellings across the Australian Capital Territory. Home ownership in Coombs was lower than the Australian Capital Territory benchmark, standing at 7.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents holding a mortgage (64.0%) or renting (28.4%). The median monthly home loan payment was $2,000, which sits below the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080, while the median weekly rent was $480, compared to the regional figure of $450.
When assessed nationally, Coombs's mortgage payments exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are considerably higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Coombs counted 1,725 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,424 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 77% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 20% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the bulk of domestic arrangements at 74.0% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 39.2%, couples without children at 22.9%, and single parent households at 10.8%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 26.0%, with single person households making up 20.4% and shared group households accounting for 5.5% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.7 people is slightly larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
57.7% of adults in Coombs hold a university qualification, including 33.0% with a bachelor degree and 20.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 97% of areas nationally. A further 10.0% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 460 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,100 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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Educational levels in Coombs are substantially higher than typical regional and national benchmarks, with 57.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 46.8% across the SA4 region. This high concentration of tertiary education positions the local population well for professional and knowledge-based roles. Undergraduate degrees are the most common at 33.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 20.5% and graduate diplomas at 4.2%. Vocational training accounts for 20.2% of qualifications for those aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas at 10.2% and certificates at 10.0%.
Engagement in learning is highly prevalent, with 35.1% of local residents actively enrolled in academic programs. This cohort includes 11.7% attending primary schools, 8.7% studying at tertiary institutions, and 6.0% in secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Coombs reaches 13 stops on 65 routes, timetabled for about 4,500 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. 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 systems in Coombs include 13 active transit stops serviced by a mix of buses. These stops accommodate 65 different routes, which together provide 4,528 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is rated favorably, with residents living an average of 231 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the predominantly residential character of the suburb, the vast majority of workers travel outside the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 88% and buses used by 8%. Households own an average of 1.3 vehicles. A relatively low proportion of 10.3% of workers operated from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic conditions.
The average frequency of public transport services is 646 trips daily across all active routes, which translates to roughly 348 weekly departures at each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
81.5% of residents in Coombs report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 79% of areas nationally. 1.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 63.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.0 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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Assessments of local health data indicate favorable wellness outcomes throughout Coombs, according to AreaSearch evaluations of mortality rates and chronic health conditions, which reveal low rates of common illnesses across all demographic age brackets. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is exceptionally high, covering approximately 63% of the total population (4,315 people), compared to the national benchmark of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded among local residents were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 7.4% and 6.1% of the population, respectively. However, 81.5% of residents reported having no ongoing medical conditions, compared to 70.2% across the Australian Capital Territory.
Residents aged 65 and older make up 4.1% of the community (279 people), which is lower than the regional rate of 14.3% in the Australian Capital Territory. Senior citizens in the area exhibit strong health outcomes, with national rankings aligning with those of the younger local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
43.8% of Coombs residents were born overseas and 48.1% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 87% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (16.9%) and English (16.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Coombs exhibits high levels of cultural diversity, with 43.8% of the population born in overseas countries and 48.1% of residents speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, practiced by 33.7% of the local population. However, the most distinct religious concentration is Hinduism, which represents 12.2% of residents, representing a significantly higher share than the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.8%. Regarding parental birthplace, the three largest ancestral groups in Coombs are Other at 23.5% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional average of 12.2%, Australian at 16.9%, which is lower than the regional average of 23.0%, and English at 16.2%, which is lower than the regional average of 23.3%.
There are also notable differences in the representation of other backgrounds: Indian ancestry is highly represented at 8.2% of Coombs (compared to 3.3% regionally), Korean ancestry at 1.4% (compared to 0.6% regionally), and Welsh ancestry at 0.8% (compared to 0.6% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Coombs is 31, younger than 96% of areas nationally. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 32.7% 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 31, Coombs has a younger population profile than the Australian Capital Territory median of 35 and sits significantly lower than the national median of 38. Compared to the Australian Capital Territory, Coombs features a higher proportion of residents in the 35 - 44 age bracket (21.8%) but a lower share of individuals aged 65 - 74 (2.8%). The concentration of 35 - 44 year-olds is notably higher than the national figure of 14.3%. Since 2021, the median age has risen by 1.2 years, shifting from 30 to 31 and reflecting a gradual aging trend.
Key shifts include the 45 to 54 age group rising from 9.5% to 12.0% of the population, while the 25 to 34 age bracket decreased from 25.9% to 21.6%. Long-term population forecasts for 2041 point to significant shifts in local age structure, with the 45 to 54 cohort projected to expand the most by 61%, adding 498 residents to reach 1,317, while the 75 to 84 cohort shows low growth of just 6% (3 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Coombs
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) | May 2026 3 months ago all 13 measures |
| 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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 684 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,851 at the 2021 Census → 6,817 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 (SAL80041). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.