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East Ipswich has an estimated 2,483 residents, up from 2,321 at the 2021 Census — a change of 162 people, or 7.0%. Overseas migration accounts for 63.0% of that increase. That puts 1,487 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to ABS population updates scaled to this region, along with physical address registers validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the resident count of East Ipswich is calculated to be approximately 2,483 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 162 people (7.0%) compared to the 2021 Census, when 2,321 people were enumerated. This variation is derived from a local resident level of 2,482, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) plus an additional 18 validated new addresses detected post-census. Such a population size results in a density of 1,486 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical level observed across Australian locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
The post-census growth rate of 7.0% in East Ipswich is within 2.3 percentage points of the national average (9.3%), indicating solid expansion patterns. Population gains in the locality were mostly driven by incoming overseas migrants, who accounted for roughly 63.0% of the total growth during recent timeframes. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base point. For SA2 territories lacking this coverage, or for years beyond 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (utilising 2021 data) are adopted. Because these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using weightings aligned with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections published in 2023 based on 2022 figures. Looking ahead, the suburb is expected to experience population growth that exceeds the national median for statistical areas, with aggregated SA2 projections indicating an increase of 457 persons by 2041, representing a total expansion of 18.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
82 new dwellings have been approved in East Ipswich over the past five years, an average of 16 a year. That is 6.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 20 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 25% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 5, well below 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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Analysis by AreaSearch of ABS building permit statistics allocated to this locality indicates that East Ipswich averages roughly 16 dwellings approved annually. This corresponds to an estimated 82 residential units approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 5 approvals recorded so far during FY-26. With an average of only 0.6 new residents per year added for each approved home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), local supply matches or exceeds demand, enhancing options for buyers and accommodating potential population growth beyond standard forecasts, while new residential builds carry an average value of $485,000, indicating that developers are targeting the upscale segment with premium housing projects.
The rate of new residential permits per person in East Ipswich is approximately two-thirds of the rate observed across Greater Brisbane, yet it ranks in the 93rd percentile of all areas nationwide, reflecting a recent acceleration in building activity. Recent permits consist of 25.0% detached houses and 75.0% townhouses or multi-unit dwellings. This shift toward denser housing formats offers affordable entry points for first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors. This represents a distinct change from the current housing stock (which stands at 80.0% houses), indicating a reduction in available greenfield land alongside changing lifestyle choices and cost-of-living constraints. With approximately 66 people per permit, East Ipswich exhibits the characteristics of a growing area. Long-term forecasts indicate that East Ipswich will add 456 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimate compiled by AreaSearch. The current volume of construction appears well-matched to future requirements, which should help sustain balanced market conditions and limit upward price pressures.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside East Ipswich, worth an estimated $5 million. A further 33 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $63.9 billion. 16 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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 decisions, and major works are critical drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has tracked 5 projects expected to influence the local area. Principal works include the East Ipswich Train Station Upgrade, the Mary and Williams Streets Intersection Upgrade, the Ipswich Hospital Expansion Stage 2, and the residential development at 145 Chermside Road East Ipswich - Multiple Residential, with the list below highlighting the most significant initiatives.
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Ipswich Hospital Expansion Stage 2
A major expansion delivering 200 new beds and a multi-storey acute clinical services building. Key features include a new Emergency Department, six operating theatres, a satellite medical imaging service, and a Central Sterilisation Service Department. Internal fit-outs began on lower levels in late 2025, with major structural work continuing into 2026 to support the fast-growing West Moreton population.
East Ipswich Train Station Upgrade
The East Ipswich station accessibility upgrade is part of the State Government's investment of more than $500 million to upgrade stations across the South East Queensland network, making them accessible for all customers. This includes platform raising, upgrading accessible parking and essential customer facilities.
Ipswich Better Bus Network
A three-stage bus network improvement program for Ipswich funded by a $70 million state investment. Stage 1 commenced in November 2025, introducing four new routes (501, 520, 522, 523) and upgrades to existing services, benefiting over 42,300 residents. Stage 2 (late 2026) and Stage 3 (2027) are in planning to extend services to Yamanto, Ripley, and Karalee.
145 Chermside Road East Ipswich - Multiple Residential
Material Change of Use application for Multiple Residential (3 townhouses) at 145 Chermside Road East Ipswich.
North Ipswich Sport and Entertainment Precinct
Stage 1 focuses on the redevelopment of the North Ipswich Reserve, featuring a new contemporary Western Grandstand with a minimum of 2,000 seats, new field lighting, and upgraded player facilities including changerooms and medical rooms. As of May 2026, the project is undergoing community consultation for its formal designation as a Major Sport, Recreation and Entertainment Facility. This first phase is a critical step toward the long-term vision of a 12,000-seat boutique rectangular stadium to support the Brisbane 2032 Olympic legacy.
Ipswich Smart City Program
The Ipswich Smart City Program is a city-wide digital transformation initiative integrated into the iFuture 2021-2026 Corporate Plan. Key 2026 developments include a 2.51 million dollar upgrade to 90 new pay-by-plate smart parking meters with real-time digital enforcement integration. The program continues to expand its IoT sensor network for flood monitoring and environmental data, while Fire Station 101 serves as a central hub for digital innovation and community events like Flood Fest 2026. The initiative aims to enhance liveability through smart lighting, public Wi-Fi, and a centralized city data platform.
Scenic Views Estate Brassall
Residential development project in Brassall featuring family homes with scenic views. Development includes infrastructure for roads, utilities, and landscaping to support new housing in growing Springfield-Ipswich corridor. Situated just 6km northwest of the Ipswich CBD, enjoying wonderful district views of the surrounding bushland, with great access to the Warrego Highway and Ipswich rail lines.
Brassall Bikeway Stage 6 Extension
Stage 6 delivers the final missing link of the Brassall Bikeway, connecting the existing pathway at North Ipswich to the Ipswich CBD across the Bremer River. The scope includes a dedicated lift and ramp infrastructure linking the riverbank bikeway level directly to the Bradfield Bridge. Once completed, it creates a continuous 14km active transport network linking Brassall and Wulkuraka to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail and Ipswich central.
1,313 residents of East Ipswich are employed, from a labour force of 1,372. Unemployment sits at 4.3%, with participation at 66.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,967, about 79% 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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East Ipswich features a skilled workforce with a strong presence in key essential service industries, reporting an unemployment rate of 4.3% and an estimated 12.4% expansion in employment over the past year, according to AreaSearch regional aggregates. As of March 2026, there are 1,313 employed residents, matching the Greater Brisbane unemployment rate of 4.3%, while the labour participation rate is slightly below average (66.8% versus 70.4% in Greater Brisbane). Census records show that a modest 12.1% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by temporary pandemic lockdown mandates.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. There is a notable concentration of workers in manufacturing, where employment is 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for 5.6% of employment compared to the regional average of 8.9%. The area is predominantly residential and offers sparse employment opportunities locally, as shown by the disparity between the resident worker count and the number of local jobs recorded during the Census. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data for the broader region, the year ending March 2026 saw local employment grow by 12.4% and the labor force expand by 10.7%, which led to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 1.4 percentage points. Over the same period in Greater Brisbane, employment rose by 3.2%, the labor force grew by 3.4%, and the unemployment rate increased by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future labour demand in East Ipswich. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Nationally, employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these industry-specific projections to the local workforce mix suggests that East Ipswich employment could rise by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (note that this calculation is a direct proportional extrapolation and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in East Ipswich is $1,264 a week (about $66,000 a year), with median personal income at $735 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,049 a year against an average of $60,788. 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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According to the latest ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, income levels in the suburb of East Ipswich are below the national average. The median income for local taxpayers is $55,049 and the average income is $60,788, compared to Greater Brisbane figures of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $61,303 (median) and $67,694 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed local personal incomes in the 35th percentile ($735 weekly), and household incomes in the 17th percentile.
The largest demographic segment consists of 28.8% of households earning between $800 - 1,499 weekly (representing 715 residents), whereas the dominant bracket across the wider region is $1,500 - 2,999 at 33.3%. Financial pressure from housing costs is substantial, leaving residents with only 83.1% of their income, which ranks in the 17th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
East Ipswich had 990 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 4% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 39% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $290 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 22.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in East Ipswich consisted of 79.8% standalone houses and 20.2% alternative dwellings such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 73.5% standalone houses and 26.5% alternative dwellings across metropolitan Brisbane. The home ownership rate in East Ipswich was comparable to the metropolitan Brisbane average at 27.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (33.2%) or renting (39.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $1,300, which is considerably lower than the metropolitan Brisbane average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $290 compared to the metropolitan average of $380.
Compared nationally, East Ipswich mortgage payments are well below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are significantly lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
East Ipswich counted 990 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,059 today, averaging 2.2 people each. 20% are couples with children, fewer than in 87% of areas nationally, against 20% couples without children. 36% 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 59.7% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 20.1%, couples without children at 20.4%, and single-parent homes at 18.3%. Non-family households account for the remaining 40.3%, dominated by single-person households at 35.6% and group households representing 4.8%. The average household size of 2.2 people is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
18.2% of adults in East Ipswich hold a university qualification, including 13.1% with a bachelor degree and 3.2% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 85% of areas nationally. A further 32.0% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 280 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 902 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment levels present some regional disparities, with the proportion of residents holding a university degree (18.2%) falling well below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This highlights a potential focus area for local educational programs. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications are most common at 13.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.2%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 41.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (32.0%). A substantial proportion of the local population is engaged in learning, with 28.2% of residents enrolled in formal education.
This group includes 9.8% in primary schools, 9.1% in secondary schools, and 4.5% enrolled in higher education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in East Ipswich reaches 15 stops on 59 routes, timetabled for about 1,500 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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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Analysis of the local network reveals 15 active public transport stops in East Ipswich, providing a combination of rail and bus services. These facilities accommodate 59 different routes, supporting a total of 1,541 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is highly rated, with residents living an average of 190 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential character of the suburb, most workers travel outside the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 85% and train travel at 9%. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.1 cars per household, which is below the metropolitan average, while a relatively low 12.1% of residents work from home, as recorded in the 2021 Census during pandemic conditions.
The frequency of public transport services averages 220 journeys per day across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 102 weekly departures per stop.
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57.4% of residents in East Ipswich report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 93% of areas nationally. 8.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.7 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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Significant health concerns are present in East Ipswich, according to AreaSearch evaluations of mortality statistics and chronic illness rates, which affect both younger and older demographics. Additionally, the rate of private health insurance is relatively low, covering approximately 51% of the population (~1,273 people), compared to 55.8% across the Greater Brisbane area. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most common medical issues reported, affecting 13.4 and 10.7% of residents respectively. Conversely, 57.4% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. The working-age cohort experiences elevated rates of chronic illness, while seniors aged 65 and over make up 18.1% of the population (449 people), compared to 15.1% in Greater Brisbane.
Health profiles among older residents present notable difficulties, with national indicators showing higher levels of disadvantage than the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
East Ipswich is largely Australian-born, at 86.8% of residents, with 5.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.1%) and Australian (25.9%). 3.6% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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East Ipswich exhibits lower cultural diversity indicators than average, with citizens making up 88.8% of the population, Australian-born individuals representing 86.8%, and English-only speakers at home accounting for 94.4%. The primary religious affiliation is Christianity, which is practiced by 48.4% of local residents, compared to 47.8% across Greater Brisbane. Regarding parental birthplace and ancestry, the three most prominent heritages in East Ipswich are English at 31.1%, Australian at 25.9%, and Irish at 9.3%. There are also distinct variations in other backgrounds, with German heritage overrepresented at 6.6% (compared to 4.2% regionally), Samoan heritage at 0.8% (compared to 0.9% regionally), and Maori heritage at 0.7% (compared to 1.1% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of East Ipswich is 40. 23.3% 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 of 40 years in East Ipswich is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and slightly above the national average of 38. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, there is a higher concentration of residents in the 55 - 64 age group (14.1% locally) and a lower proportion in the 25 - 34 bracket (11.0%). Data collected since the 2021 Census indicates the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 13.8% to 14.6% of the population, whereas the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 13.2% to 12.0%.
Future forecasts to 2041 point to significant changes in local demographics, led by a 39% increase in the 65 to 74 group (adding 102 people to reach 368, up from 265). This shift highlights an aging population, with seniors aged 65 and older accounting for 52% of the projected growth. Conversely, the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 cohorts are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for East Ipswich
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 3 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 Aug 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 — 18 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,321 at the 2021 Census → 2,483 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 (SAL30928). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.