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Craignish has an estimated 2,375 residents, up from 2,190 at the 2021 Census — a change of 185 people, or 8.4%. Growth has averaged 2.0% a year over five years. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 83.0% of that increase. That puts 167 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 assessments of ABS demographic data updates for the wider region, alongside address registries verified by AreaSearch subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Craignish has an estimated residency of approximately 2,375 people as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 185 individuals (8.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 2,190 people. The modification is calculated from a resident base of 2,336, determined by AreaSearch following analysis of the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an additional 19 validated new addresses registered since the Census.
Such a population size results in a density of 167 persons per square kilometer, indicating substantial space per resident and capacity for prospective development. Over the previous ten years, the suburb of Craignish has shown steady upward trends with a compound annual growth rate of 2.3%, exceeding the broader SA3 region. Population gains in this locality were chiefly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 83.0% of the total demographic growth in recent times, though other elements such as overseas migration and natural increase also made positive contributions. AreaSearch utilizes the ABS/Geoscience Australia demographic projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, as well as for periods after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (utilizing 2021 data) are employed. It is worth noting that the state-level projections omit age breakdowns; where these are applied, AreaSearch distributes growth across age brackets using proportional weightings derived from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, based on 2022 data). Factoring in these expected shifts in demographics, population growth is anticipated to exceed the national non-metropolitan median, with the region projected to grow by 482 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2 projections, representing a total rise of 18.6% across the 16 years.
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64 new dwellings have been approved in Craignish over the past five years, an average of 12 a year. That is 5.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 17, 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 permits allocated from wider statistical areas, Craignish has recorded a mean of approximately 12 new home approvals per year, summing to an estimated 64 residences over the previous 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 16 approvals have been documented. With an average of 3.4 additional residents per year for each completed dwelling over the past 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25), the volume of supply is falling short of demand, which typically intensifies buyer rivalry and creates upward price pressure, while newly built homes average a value of $488,000—slightly higher than regional benchmarks—suggesting a focus on premium construction.
Furthermore, commercial approvals valued at $173,000 have been registered in the current financial year, which points to a low level of commercial construction. In comparison to the Rest of Qld, development activity in Craignish is low, sitting 54.0% below the regional per capita average. This constrained delivery of new housing generally underpins solid demand and values for pre-existing properties. Meanwhile, recent building activity has consisted entirely of standalone homes, maintaining the low-density character of the neighborhood through detached housing that appeals to buyers seeking space. An estimated ratio of 390 residents in the area for each home approval highlights a quiet development landscape with low overall activity. Looking forward, the population of Craignish is projected to rise by 443 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Residential development is tracking at a moderate pace relative to the expected population gains, though purchasing conditions may become increasingly competitive as the resident count grows.
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 31 current infrastructure and development projects close to Craignish, worth an estimated $1.88 billion. 10 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, tourism 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 infrastructure projects, major works, and urban planning decisions are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified one project that is expected to affect the immediate area. Notable projects include the upgrades to the Maryborough - Hervey Bay Road and Pialba - Burrum Heads Road intersection, the Torbanlea Pialba Road upgrade, and the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program, with details provided on the most relevant schemes.
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Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road Intersection Upgrade
A jointly funded Australian and Queensland Government upgrade of the Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road intersection at Eli Waters and Urraween, on the southern approach to Hervey Bay. The intersection will be signalised to control vehicle movements and reduce crash risk, with Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road duplicated from two to four lanes on the southern approach between Urraween Road and the intersection, and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road duplicated from two to four lanes west of the intersection to Scrub Hill Road.Dual turn lanes will be installed on the Pialba-Burrum Heads Road leg to accommodate major turning movements. Pedestrian and bike rider facilities are also being upgraded, including shared paths and signalised crossings at the intersection. Stage 1 accommodation works, covering site preparation, fencing, signage and service adjustments in readiness for major construction, commenced in August 2024 and have continued through 2025. The Australian Government's Infrastructure Investment Program lists major construction as starting in mid 2026 with completion expected by late 2027. Total investment is listed at $55.35 million under QTRIP 2024-25 to 2027-28, comprising $35.28 million from the Australian Government and $20.07 million from the Queensland Government, against an original 2021 commitment of $44.1 million. The upgrade targets peak hour congestion and safety at one of the busiest intersections serving the growing Fraser Coast region.
Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road Intersection Upgrade
Stage 1 construction commenced in August 2024 for a major intersection upgrade at Eli Waters. The $44.1 million project will signalize the intersection and duplicate roads from 2 to 4 lanes on the southern approach and western leg. The upgrade includes enhanced pedestrian and cycling facilities with shared paths and signalized crossings, improving safety and traffic flow for all road users. The project addresses current capacity constraints and supports future growth in the Fraser Coast region.
Liven Beach Road
Liven Beach Road is an over-50s luxury land lease lifestyle resort community in Urraween, Hervey Bay[cite: 1]. The development features 132 architecturally designed modern homes along with extensive shared resort amenities including a clubhouse, swimming pool, bowling greens, cinema, gym, and pickleball courts[cite: 1].
Watson Street Apartment Complex
A proposed five-storey residential apartment complex comprising 56 apartments with 95 car spaces in the heart of Pialba, Hervey Bay. The development site is located in a growing coastal suburb, just one street back from the Esplanade and within walking distance to beaches, shops, and local amenities. The project aims to address the increasing demand for quality residential accommodation in Hervey Bay's expanding market.
Fraser Coast Sports and Recreation Precinct
A major multi-stage sporting precinct development across 60+ hectares in Nikenbah. Features sporting fields and playing surfaces for football, AFL, rugby, cricket, hockey, netball, tennis, athletics, plus community clubhouse with grandstand seating, floodlighting, and parking for 300 vehicles. Draft master plan endorsed in 2023, supporting community health and regional sporting excellence.
Pialba Caravan Park Redevelopment
A $10.5 million project to revitalise the Pialba Caravan Park. The upgrade includes replacing underground services, improving internal roads and landscaping, building a new camp kitchen and BBQ area, installing new toilet and shower facilities, and creating a new recreation zone. The project will bring the park up to modern standards and better meet the needs of today's travellers.
HBC Build Australia Mixed-Use Development
A transformative mixed-use precinct in Hervey Bay City Centre featuring a 10-storey Radisson Hotel with 152 rooms and a 16-storey Sunlife over 50s vertical village comprising 150 luxury apartments. The development integrates a wellness centre, high-end retail, and a food precinct, designed to revitalise the Pialba principal activity centre.
Pialba Supported Accommodation Complex
Queensland Government supported accommodation project providing 26 temporary accommodation places for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Pialba. The project forms part of the 2025-26 Budget housing program and the wider delivery of more than 290 social and community homes across the Wide Bay-Burnett region. Construction is scheduled to commence following planning and procurement.
1,163 residents of Craignish are employed, from a labour force of 1,195. Unemployment sits at 2.7%, with participation at 60.8%. 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 2,013, about 85% 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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Craignish exhibits a diverse workforce distributed across professional and trade roles, with a solid representation in essential service industries, an unemployment rate of only 2.7%, and an estimated job growth rate of 5.2% over the prior year, based on AreaSearch compilations of local statistical data. As of March 2026, 1,163 local residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 1.2% lower than the Regional Qld average of 3.9%, and the labor participation rate is somewhat low (60.8% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld). Census records indicate that a modest 11.4% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The locality shows a distinct concentration in health care & social assistance jobs, with a employment proportion that is 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, agricultural, forestry, and fishing operations are underrepresented, engaging only 1.0% of the local workforce compared to 4.5% across Regional Qld. The area appears to have a shortage of local jobs, as reflected in the ratio of the local Census working population relative to the total resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional data sets, the year ending March 2026 saw local employment rise by 5.2% and the total labor force expand by 3.6%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 1.6 percentage points. By comparison, Regional Qld recorded employment growth of 0.1%, a labor force expansion of 0.3%, and a rise in unemployment of 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide additional context regarding future demand in Craignish. These forecasts, spanning five-year and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce profile to model future trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary greatly by industry. Applying these sectoral projections to the employment composition of Craignish suggests local employment is positioned to increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustration and does not adjust for specific local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Craignish is $1,602 a week (about $83,000 a year), with median personal income at $653 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $50,969 a year against an average of $64,081. 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 most recent postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year show that personal incomes in the suburb of Craignish are lower than national benchmarks, with a median of $50,969 and an average of $64,081. This is below the Regional Qld averages, which stand at a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593. Accounting for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates correspond to approximately $56,759 for the median and $71,361 for the average as of March 2026. Census statistics show individual weekly earnings are at the 19th percentile ($653), whereas household earnings show better relative performance at the 41st percentile.
Regarding income brackets, 30.7% of the local population (729 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, which aligns closely with the broader region where 31.7% are in this range. Residents retain 85.7% of their income for non-housing costs, and the area is positioned in the 4th decile of the SEIFA index for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Craignish had 756 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 100% detached houses and 1% apartments. 50% are owned with a mortgage, 8% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $383 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 23.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.0%. 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 latest Census, housing types in Craignish consisted of 99.5% standalone houses and 0.5% other housing forms such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative dwellings, compared to Regional Qld where standalone houses accounted for 76.4% and other formats represented 23.6%. The rate of outright home ownership in Craignish was significantly higher than the Regional Qld level at 42.5%, with the rest of the housing stock being mortgaged (49.9%) or rented (7.5%). The median monthly home loan payment was higher than the regional average at $1,733, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $383, compared to Regional Qld figures of $1,655 and $345.
Nationally, mortgage payments in Craignish are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Craignish counted 756 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 820 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 42% couples without children. 12% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the large majority of homes at 86.0%, consisting of couples with children at 34.8%, couples without children at 42.3%, and single-parent households at 8.4%. Non-family households account for the remaining 14.0%, with single-person households representing 11.5% and group households making up 2.5% of the total. The average household size in the area is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.2% of adults in Craignish hold a university qualification, including 11.7% with a bachelor degree and 2.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 91% of areas nationally. A further 33.5% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The region shows relatively low levels of higher education, with university graduation rates at 17.2% compared to the Australian national average of 30.4%. This highlights both a challenge and an opportunity for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the largest segment at 11.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.6%. Vocational qualifications are prominent, with 46.2% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade or technical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.7% and certificates at 33.5%. Enrolment levels in the community are high, with 26.6% of residents actively participating in formal study.
This student population includes 10.3% attending primary school, 9.1% in secondary education, and 2.1% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Craignish means driving: households keep an average of 2.0 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of the local transit network shows 7 active public transport stops operating in Craignish, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 2 distinct routes that provide a total of 35 weekly passenger trips. Transit accessibility is rated as good, with residents living an average of 373 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most working residents commute out of the area, and private vehicles remain the primary transit mode at 98%. Household car ownership averages 2.0 vehicles, which is above the regional average.
A relatively low 11.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Service frequency averages 5 runs per day across the local transit routes, which translates to approximately 5 weekly trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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63.7% of residents in Craignish report no long-term health condition. 7.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 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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Craignish presents notable health challenges based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and chronic illness rates, with common conditions observed across all age brackets, particularly among older residents, while the rate of private health insurance coverage is slightly above the average SA2 region at approximately 53% of the population, representing about 1,249 individuals. The most frequent health issues reported by residents were arthritis, affecting 10.3% of the population, and mental health challenges, affecting 10.0%, while 63.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Chronic health issues are relatively high among the working-age population. The suburb has 24.2% of its population aged 65 and over (574 people), compared to 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes for older residents present some challenges, though they rank lower on a national scale than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Craignish is largely Australian-born, at 84.0% of residents, with 4.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.7%) and Australian (26.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Craignish displays a lower degree of cultural diversity than average, with 84.0% of residents born within Australia, 91.8% holding citizenship, and 96.0% speaking only English in the home. The primary religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 53.0% of the local population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. In terms of family heritage and parental birthplace, the three largest ancestry groups are English at 33.7%, Australian at 26.8%, and Scottish at 9.1%. There are also distinct differences in the concentration of other ethnic backgrounds, with Welsh heritage overrepresented at 1.0% in Craignish compared to 0.5% regionally, German ancestry at 5.4% compared to 4.7%, and Dutch ancestry at 1.4% compared to 1.1%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Craignish is 47, older than 85% of areas nationally. 18.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Craignish is 47 years, which is higher than the Regional Qld median of 41 and the national average of 38. Compared to the Regional Qld profile, there is a high concentration of residents in the 65 - 74 age group, making up 15.6% of the local population, while the 25 - 34 bracket is underrepresented at 6.8%. The local share of the 65 - 74 cohort is higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 9.5% to 11.2% of the population, while the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 15.7% to 13.9% and the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 13.4% to 12.2%.
Demographic projections indicate the age profile will shift by 2041, with the 65 to 74 group expected to grow by 97 people (26%) from 370 to 468, while the 15 to 24 cohort is projected to decrease by 3.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Craignish
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, 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) | 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 — 19 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,190 at the 2021 Census → 2,375 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 (SAL30742). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.