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Dicky Beach has an estimated 1,898 residents. The population has thinned by an average 0.7% a year over five years, slower than 96% of areas nationally. That puts 1,843 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 analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census the suburb of Dicky Beach has an estimated population of 1,898 as of May 2026. This represents a decline of 23 people (1.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 1,921 residents. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 1,893, which AreaSearch estimated using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) along with 2 validated new addresses identified since the Census. The suburb of Dicky Beach has a population density of 1,842 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure for national locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
In recent times, population expansion was almost entirely driven by arrivals from overseas. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for SA2 areas. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, or for periods past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (using 2021 data) are adopted. Because these state-level projections omit age breakdowns, AreaSearch scales cohort growth proportionally using the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections based on 2022 data. Demographic trends indicate the suburb of Dicky Beach will experience population growth slightly under the median for non-metropolitan locations nationally, with aggregated SA2 projections indicating a rise of 205 people by 2041, representing a 10.5% expansion over the 16 years.
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Residential building activity is minimal in Dicky Beach, with 1 annual dwelling approval, totaling 6 approvals over a five-year period. This limited development reflects the rural character of the locality, where construction responds to local housing requirements rather than broader market forces. Because the volume of approvals is so low, single development projects can have a disproportionate effect on annual comparisons and local statistics. Construction activity in Dicky Beach is substantially lower than in the Rest of Qld and falls short of broader national trends. New building work has consisted entirely of standalone dwellings, prioritizing spacious family housing for those desiring a rural lifestyle.
Developers are focusing more on traditional houses than the historical local mix (which stood at 66.0% during the Census), indicating a sustained preference for family homes. Forecasts show Dicky Beach adding 200 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If building activity remains at its current low level, the housing supply might not keep pace with population growth, which could increase buyer competition and support higher property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 62 current infrastructure and development projects close to Dicky Beach, worth an estimated $13.7 billion. 28 are already under construction and 19 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure updates, planning schemes, and major projects are significant drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 2 key projects that are expected to influence the locality. The primary projects of interest include the Caloundra Transport Hub, the Caloundra to Currimundi (C2C) Active Transport Corridor, Lagune Moffat Beach, and the Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade (CTCU), with the details below highlighting the most relevant initiatives.
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Caloundra Centre Activation Project
Caloundra Centre Activation Project is the Sunshine Coast Council's long term initiative to deliver the 2017 Caloundra Centre Master Plan. The program revitalises the city heart through a connected creative and civic precinct linking The Events Centre, a new district library, a new regional gallery, a new town square and upgraded streetscapes through to Bulcock Beach. The transformed Library+ Caloundra opened in September 2025 in the former council administration building, designed by Wilson Architects. Hutchinson Builders was appointed in April 2026 to demolish the former building at 77 Bulcock Street as the first stage of the new town square.Detailed design of the 12.8 million dollar town square, led by consultant Urbis, is targeting construction start in mid 2026 and completion by mid 2027. The new Sunshine Coast Regional Gallery, with concept design by ARM Architecture, will replace the current 25 year old gallery and was the subject of a design competition launched in 2025. Outcomes include enhanced pedestrian links, expanded green space at Felicity Park and Bill Venardos Park, and revitalised public realm along Omrah and Otranto avenues.
Moffat Beach Seawall Reconstruction Project
The project involves reconstructing the damaged seawall at Moffat Beach to protect parklands, pathways, roads, and facilities from climate change impacts. It aims to retain Norfolk pine trees, minimize loss of beach and parkland, improve drainage, and enhance access.
Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct Upgrades (Currimundi)
A $9.3 million upgrade to the Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct in Currimundi, delivering a new accessible gymnasium, recovery space with ice baths and sauna, sport and recreation office space, a beach access path linking to the existing Coastal Walkway, and an additional emergency access road. The leisure centre building is also being expanded with new adjacent facilities. Works are being delivered by I.C.M Construction (QLD) Pty Ltd under the Queensland Government's $28 million-plus Sport and Recreation Venues improvement program, in support of community health outcomes and the Brisbane 2032 athlete pathway.Completion is expected in early 2026.
Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade (CTCU)
A 1.6 km road upgrade and new extension delivered in two sections to improve access into Caloundra CBD. Section 1 (Omrah Ave to Arthur St) by Sunshine Coast Council will duplicate lanes and upgrade key intersections with new active transport paths. Section 2 (Third Ave extension to Nicklin Way) by Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads delivers a new 4-way signalised intersection at Nicklin Way, four lanes to Arthur St, compliant crossings, an underpass at West Terrace and separated bike/pedestrian paths.Final design was confirmed in May 2025. A construction tender was released in March 2026. Subject to EPBC Act approvals and contractor appointment, construction is anticipated to begin mid-2026 with completion targeted for early 2028.
Caloundra Centre Activation Project - Community and Creative Hub
Sunshine Coast Council's Caloundra Centre Activation Project is delivering a connected civic, cultural and public space precinct linking The Events Centre, Library+ Caloundra, the future town square, Caloundra Regional Gallery, Bulcock Street and Bulcock Beach. The Community and Creative Hub includes the new town square at Bulcock Street and Otranto Avenue, greener public spaces, improved lighting, pedestrian links, streetscape works on Omrah and Otranto avenues, and upgrades around Felicity Park and Bill Venardos Park. Library+ Caloundra opened in September 2025, and early works for the town square site at 77 Bulcock Street commenced in April 2026.
Solara Kings Beach
Solara Kings Beach is a seven level boutique apartment building delivering 23 oversized three and four bedroom residences and skyhomes at 19-21 Verney Street, Kings Beach. Developed by Citimax Property Group and designed by Angelo Patrick Architects, the project offers large floor plans, generous balconies, and high end coastal interiors with resort style amenities including a pool, gym, dining pavilion, BBQ area and dog wash. Following Sunshine Coast Council approval in late 2024 and a subsequent planning appeal over tree protection conditions, construction has now commenced, with completion targeted from 2027.Apartments are being marketed as premium downsizer and owner occupier product with strong ocean views and proximity to the Kings Beach esplanade and Caloundra town centre.
Holiday Inn & Suites Caloundra Sunshine Coast
A 12-storey international hotel development featuring 160 rooms and suites, including 33 one and two-bedroom suites. The project marks the first international hotel brand in Caloundra and includes ground-level retail, a 210-seat all-day dining restaurant, rooftop restaurant and sky bar, fitness centre, and an outdoor pool. Developed by Felix Capital in partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts, it is a key piece of infrastructure supporting the region's growth toward the 2032 Olympic Games.
Caloundra Transport Hub
Integrated transport hub in Caloundra to support public transport services and improve connectivity across the southern Sunshine Coast.
799 residents of Dicky Beach are employed, from a labour force of 845. Unemployment sits at 5.4%, with participation at 50.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,542, about 81% 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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Dicky Beach has a highly educated workforce with a strong presence in essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of 5.4% based on aggregated local data analyzed by AreaSearch. In March 2026, there were 799 employed residents. The local unemployment rate sits 1.5% higher than the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, and the labor participation rate of 50.4% is significantly lower than the Regional Qld average of 64.3%. Census data indicates a moderate 17.8% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction.
Job concentration in health care & social assistance is particularly high at 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is minor, employing just 1.1% of local workers compared to 4.5% across Regional Qld. Comparing the size of the working population to the resident population suggests the local neighborhood itself provides relatively few employment options. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from surrounding areas, the workforce contracted by 4.2% over a 12-month period, while overall employment dropped by 5.0%, leading to an increase of 0.8 percentage points in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe in Regional Qld, employment grew by 0.1%, the workforce expanded by 0.3%, and unemployment rose by 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer a useful benchmark for local prospects. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been matched to the local labor profile to model potential job growth. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these industry trends to the local employment structure suggest Dicky Beach jobs could rise by 7.3% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, though this is a simple weighted calculation that does not factor in local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Dicky Beach is $1,322 a week (about $69,000 a year), with median personal income at $664 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $43,818 a year against an average of $55,944. 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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ATO postcode data aggregated by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year shows Dicky Beach has a median taxpayer income of $43,818 and an average taxpayer income of $55,944. This is lower than the national average and compares to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be around $48,796 for the median and $62,299 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Dicky Beach were situated at the 21st percentile nationally.
The weekly income band of $1,500 - 2,999 contains 25.4% of local taxpayers (482 individuals), which compares to 31.7% for this bracket across the wider region. Income distribution shows a mixed profile, with 33.7% of residents earning less than $800 weekly and 21.3% earning more than $3,000. Affordability is constrained, with residents retaining only 82.8% of their income, placing the area at the 21st percentile, while the SEIFA index for income ranks the locality in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Dicky Beach had 755 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 66% detached houses and 4% apartments. 24% are owned with a mortgage, 31% rented and 45% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,863 a month. Rent absorbs 30.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 32.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in Dicky Beach at the last Census consisted of 65.8% standalone houses and 34.1% other dwelling types, such as apartments and semi-detached properties, compared to Regional Qld where houses made up 76.4% and other options made up 23.6%. Home ownership was high at 44.8%, well above the rate in Regional Qld, with the remaining households divided between those with mortgages (24.0%) and renters (31.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,863, which is considerably higher than the Regional Qld median of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $400, compared to $345 in Regional Qld.
Nationally, mortgage costs in Dicky Beach align with the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rental costs are higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Dicky Beach counted 755 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 85% of areas nationally, against 32% couples without children. 32% 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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Families make up the majority of households at 65.3%, consisting of couples with children at 20.7%, couples without children at 32.0%, and single-parent households at 10.5%. The remaining 34.7% are non-family households, which are mostly lone persons at 32.3% and group households at 2.9%. The median household size of 2.2 residents is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
29.6% of adults in Dicky Beach hold a university qualification, including 20.0% with a bachelor degree and 5.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 23.0% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 176 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 998 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 local educational profile is distinct within the region, with tertiary qualification rates (29.6% of residents aged 15+) sitting above the Rest of Qld average of 20.6% and the SA3 area average of 23.6%, demonstrating a strong emphasis on higher education. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 20.0%, with postgraduate degrees at 5.7% and graduate diplomas at 3.9%. Practical and vocational skills are also well represented, with 35.2% of the population aged 15+ holding technical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.2%) and vocational certificates (23.0%). Student numbers are high in the community, with 26.0% of residents enrolled in an educational institution.
This population includes 8.5% in primary schools, 7.9% in secondary schools, and 4.2% attending tertiary institutions.
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Public transport in Dicky Beach reaches 10 stops on 3 routes, timetabled for about 690 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 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 services in the area include 10 active transit stops within Dicky Beach, offering bus options. These stops connect to 3 distinct routes, which provide 688 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is excellent, with residents living an average of 162 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is mostly residential, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 90%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.3 cars per home, which is below the regional average. About 17.8% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic measures.
Services run at an average frequency of 98 trips per day across the network, which translates to approximately 68 weekly trips at each transit stop.
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62.2% of residents in Dicky Beach report no long-term health condition. 10.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 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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Dicky Beach faces notable health concerns based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality and chronic illness rates, which are relatively common among both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at approximately 49% of the population (~937 people). This is below the Regional Qld average of 52.5% and the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues locally are arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 11.5% and 8.6% of residents, respectively, while 62.2% reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Chronic health issues are higher than average among working-age residents. Residents aged 65 and over make up 31.7% of the population (601 people), which is higher than the 20.4% recorded in Regional Qld. Health indicators for older residents present challenges, with national rankings generally matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Dicky Beach is largely Australian-born, at 81.0% of residents, with 3.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.9%) and Australian (25.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Dicky Beach exhibits lower cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 88.1% of the population, 81.0% born in Australia, and 96.4% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by 51.1% of residents, which is similar to the 52.2% seen across Regional Qld. Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are English at 33.9%, Australian at 25.9%, and Irish at 10.3%. Some groups show notable local variations, with Scottish ancestry overrepresented at 10.0% of the population (compared to 7.8% regionally), German ancestry at 5.4% (compared to 4.7%), and New Zealand ancestry at 0.8% (compared to 0.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Dicky Beach is 53, older than 95% of areas nationally. 17.1% 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 53 years, Dicky Beach is much older than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national median of 38. The 55 - 64 age cohort is highly represented at 17.8% of the local population compared to regional trends, and stands well above the national share of 11.2%, while the 25 - 34 age group is underrepresented at 7.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 cohort has increased from 5.9% to 7.6% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort grew from 10.0% to 11.6%, while the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 14.0% to 11.4%.
By 2041, significant changes in age structure are expected. The 85+ cohort is projected to expand by 60% (63 people), increasing from 106 to 170. This aging trend is highlighted by the fact that residents aged 65+ account for 65% of the projected growth, while the numbers of residents aged 5 to 14 and 15 to 24 are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Dicky Beach
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 — 2 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,921 at the 2021 Census → 1,898 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 (SAL30841). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.