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Dundowran Beach has an estimated 2,548 residents, up from 2,299 at the 2021 Census — a change of 249 people, or 10.8%. Growth has averaged 2.0% a year over five years. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 83.0% of that increase. That puts 293 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 demographic assessments of ABS regional updates, alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, Dundowran Beach has an estimated population of approximately 2,548 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 249 people (10.8%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 2,299 residents. This calculation is derived from a resident base of 2,504, calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 9 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. This population level translates to a density of 292 persons per square kilometer, indicating low-density living and capacity for potential development.
The 10.8% expansion since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national benchmark, positioning the suburb as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of this demographic expansion was interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 83.0% of recent population gains, though all factors including overseas arrivals and natural increase contributed positively. AreaSearch utilizes population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for SA2 districts, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and for the years after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (based on 2021 data) are employed. Because these state-level projections lack age breakdowns, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using weightings from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which use a 2022 baseline. Looking at long-term trends, the suburb is projected to experience substantial gains, ranking in the top national quartile for non-metropolitan growth, with an expected increase of 593 persons by 2041 based on collective SA2 estimates, representing a 21.6% rise over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
23 new dwellings have been approved in Dundowran Beach over the past five years, an average of 4 a year. That places the area in the 58th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 2 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 19, 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 analysis of ABS building approvals compiled from statistical area data, the suburb of Dundowran Beach averages about 4 new home approvals annually, with a total of 23 residential approvals recorded over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 18 approvals have been registered. Given that 10.5 people moved to the area for every new home built over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), construction is lagging behind demand, which typically intensifies buyer competition and exerts upward pressure on prices, while new builds carry an average value of $488,000—slightly higher than the regional benchmark—indicating a focus on premium projects.
Non-residential development approvals stand at $173,000 for the current financial year, highlighting a heavily residential orientation. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Dundowran Beach shows very quiet construction activity, sitting 85.0% below the regional average per capita. Although building pace has picked up recently, this restricted supply generally reinforces demand and valuations for existing properties. Construction rates also sit below the national average, reflecting the established nature of the suburb and potential planning limitations. Additionally, new builds have consisted entirely of detached houses, maintaining the low-density character of the area and appealing to buyers seeking extra space. With approximately 312 people per approved dwelling, Dundowran Beach indicates a market in transition. Demographic forecasts indicate that Dundowran Beach will add 549 residents by 2041, according to the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If building volumes remain at their current level, housing supply is likely to fall short of population growth, which is expected to increase market competition and support price gains.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Dundowran Beach, worth an estimated $55 million. A further 30 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $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 planning updates are primary drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 2 key developments expected to influence the local area. Notable projects include the Maryborough - Hervey Bay Road and Pialba - Burrum Heads Road Intersection Upgrade, BayWest City Centre, The Green Lifestyle Community, and the Hervey Bay Airport Redevelopment, with the most relevant schemes detailed in the list below.
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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
A resort-style luxury land lease community in Hervey Bay, Queensland, offering 132 architecturally designed homes with premium amenities including a swimming pool, clubhouse, bowling greens, cinema, library, gym, tennis courts, pickleball, dog park, community garden, BBQ areas, bar and lounge, designed to enrich retirement living.
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.
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.
Hervey Bay Community Hub
A $108.7 million five-storey civic development revitalising the Pialba city centre. The project features a new 3,650sqm two-level library, a Council Administration Centre, and a Disaster Resilience Centre. It includes community meeting rooms, creative spaces, a large outdoor public plaza for events, and underground parking. As of May 2026, the building structure is complete with the tower crane Hercules removed in February. Works are now focused on internal fit-out, facade cleaning, and 3.6 million dollars in surrounding road and footpath upgrades.The hub is scheduled to open in the second half of 2026.
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.
1,224 residents of Dundowran Beach are employed, from a labour force of 1,244. Unemployment sits at 1.6%, with participation at 58.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,051, 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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Dundowran Beach has a highly skilled labor force with a strong presence in essential services, showing an unemployment rate of only 1.6% and an estimated annual job growth of 5.6%, according to AreaSearch regional aggregations. In March 2026, there were 1,224 employed residents, with the unemployment rate sitting 2.3% lower than the Regional Qld average of 3.9%, while workforce participation is notably lower at 58.1% compared to the regional figure of 64.3%. Census data indicates that a modest 12.2% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. The community displays a distinct concentration in health care & social assistance, employing residents at 1.2 times the regional rate. Conversely, agricultural, forestry, and fishing enterprises are underrepresented, accounting for just 0.9% of local workers compared to 4.5% across Regional Qld. The largely residential character of the suburb limits local jobs, as seen in the disparity between the Census working population and resident counts. AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS data for regional statistical units show that over the 12-month period, local employment expanded by 5.6% and the labor force grew by 4.6%, leading to a decrease in unemployment of 0.9 percentage points. This performance outpaces Regional Qld, which recorded a 0.1% rise in employment, a 0.3% increase in the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide context for future local demand. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential expansion. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Weighting these projections against the local industry mix suggests Dundowran Beach employment could increase by 6.7% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, representing a simple weighting extrapolation for illustration that does not account for localized population changes.
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Median household income in Dundowran Beach is $1,651 a week (about $86,000 a year), with median personal income at $696 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,325 a year against an average of $68,301. 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 from AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in Dundowran Beach align closely with national benchmarks, recording a median of $54,325 and an average of $68,301. For comparison, Regional Qld recorded a median income of $53,146 and an average of $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $60,496 (median) and $76,060 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household income sits at the 44th percentile ($1,651 weekly), while individual income is at the 27th percentile.
The dominant income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, containing 30.3% of residents (772 people), which matches the wider region where this group accounts for 31.7%. Housing expenses are manageable with residents keeping 88.4% of their income, though disposable income is below average at the 50th percentile, and the SEIFA income index places the area in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Dundowran Beach had 843 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 100% detached houses and 0% apartments. 40% are owned with a mortgage, 7% rented and 53% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $418 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,764 a month. Rent absorbs 25.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.7%. 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 structure in Dundowran Beach at the latest Census consisted of 100.0% houses and no other dwelling types, such as apartments or semi-detached options, compared to Regional Qld where houses made up 76.4% and other options made up 23.6%. Home ownership rates were high at 53.1%, with remaining properties held under a mortgage (39.6%) or rented (7.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,764 was higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $418 compared to the regional average of $345. On a national scale, Dundowran Beach's mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, while rental costs are significantly higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Dundowran Beach counted 843 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 934 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 49% couples without children. 10% 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 vast majority of households at 86.8%, consisting of couples without children (49.1%), couples with children (29.4%), and single parent families (8.1%). Non-family households account for the remaining 13.2%, which is comprised of lone person households (9.9%) and group households (3.0%). The median household size of 2.6 residents is slightly larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.1% of adults in Dundowran Beach hold a university qualification, including 15.6% with a bachelor degree and 4.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 89% of areas nationally. A further 30.0% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The educational profile of the suburb is distinct within the region, with higher education qualification rates (23.1% of residents aged 15+) sitting above the SA4 regional average of 13.3% and the SA3 average of 15.6%. Bachelor degrees represent the most common qualification at 15.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational and technical training is also highly prevalent, with 42.5% of the population aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (30.0%). A significant 24.0% of local residents are enrolled in formal study. This student population includes 10.3% in primary schools, 8.6% in high schools, and 1.4% undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Dundowran Beach 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 transport network shows 7 active passenger transit stops in Dundowran Beach, serviced by bus connections. These stops accommodate 1 distinct routes, delivering a combined 23 weekly passenger services. Regional transit accessibility is classified as moderate, with residents living an average of 444 meters from their closest stop. As the area is predominantly residential, most workers commute to outside areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 98%. Vehicle ownership rates stand at 2.0 cars per home, which is above the regional average. A relatively modest 12.2% of residents worked from home, based on 2021 Census statistics which may reflect the influence of pandemic conditions.
Service frequency averages 3 passenger runs daily across all active routes, which translates to roughly 3 weekly arrivals at each individual transit stop.
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64.6% of residents in Dundowran Beach report no long-term health condition. 7.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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An analysis of regional health indicators demonstrates favorable outcomes for Dundowran Beach, based on AreaSearch evaluations of mortality and chronic illness rates, with low rates of common health issues observed across both younger and older demographics, and private health insurance coverage is solid at approximately 54% of residents, representing around 1,382 people. The most prevalent health issues recorded among residents were arthritis (10.7%) and mental health conditions (7.3%), while 64.6% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health profiles for working-age residents are typical.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 29.6% of the population (754 people), which exceeds the Regional Qld level of 20.4%. Seniors in the area enjoy particularly good health outcomes, with national rankings aligning closely with general population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Dundowran Beach is largely Australian-born, at 78.5% of residents, with 4.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.9%) and Australian (26.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Dundowran Beach displays lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 78.5% of the population born in Australia, 89.9% holding citizenship, and 95.2% speaking only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 55.6% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Regarding ancestral backgrounds, the three largest groups in Dundowran Beach are English at 34.9% (notably higher than the regional average of 29.6%), Australian at 26.7%, and Scottish at 8.0%. There are also distinct concentrations of other backgrounds, with South Australian heritage overrepresented at 1.0% (compared to 0.5% regionally), German heritage at 5.1% (compared to 4.7%), and Dutch heritage at 1.6% (compared to 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Dundowran Beach is 51, older than 93% of areas nationally. 14.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 51, Dundowran Beach is significantly older than the Regional Qld median of 41 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to the Regional Qld average, the 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented locally at 18.0%, while the 25 - 34 bracket is underrepresented at 5.5%. The concentration of 65 - 74 year-olds is also well above the national share of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 7.3% to 9.4% of the population, and the 85+ bracket has risen from 1.3% to 2.6%.
Conversely, the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 14.8% to 12.5%, and the 5 to 14 cohort has dropped from 12.5% to 11.1%. Looking to 2041, demographic forecasts project major shifts in the local age profile. The 65 to 74 group is expected to grow by 117 people (26%), rising from 458 to 576. Older residents (65+) will account for 52% of overall population growth, reinforcing the aging trend, while the 15 to 24 bracket is projected to decrease by 8 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Dundowran 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, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 1 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 Jul 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 — 9 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,299 at the 2021 Census → 2,548 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 (SAL30898). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.