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Edge Hill has an estimated 4,027 residents, down from 4,088 at the 2021 Census — a change of 61 people, or 1.5%. That puts 1,598 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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Following an examination of ABS demographic data updates for the wider region alongside newly confirmed residential locations verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Edge Hill is estimated to have a population of approximately 4,027 in May 2026. This indicates a contraction of 61 individuals (1.5%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 4,088 residents. The calculation originates from the resident count of 4,027, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an extra 15 validated new addresses identified after the Census date. This size results in a density of 1,598 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the average across Australian sites tracked by AreaSearch.
Growth locally was mostly fueled by international arrivals, which made up roughly 97.0% of the overall population gains in the most recent periods. AreaSearch utilizes the demographic projections created by the ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base point. For any SA2s missing from that dataset, and for any years after 2032, the state government projections for Queensland, published in 2023 utilizing 2021 numbers, are applied. Because these Queensland state estimates do not break down numbers by age cohorts, AreaSearch distributes growth across age segments using weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which are based on 2022 numbers. Looking ahead, population expansion is expected to exceed the median rate for regional Australian locations, with the suburb of Edge Hill projected to grow by 629 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing a total increase of 15.6% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
28 new dwellings have been approved in Edge Hill over the past five years, an average of 5 a year. That is 1.4 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 3, 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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An assessment of building approvals from the ABS allocated from statistical area records indicates that the suburb of Edge Hill averaged approximately 5 approved residential units annually, leading to a total estimate of 28 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 3 approvals have been logged. With an average of natural language zero new residents arriving per new home over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, construction has successfully matched or outpaced demand, offering buyers more alternatives and enabling potential population growth beyond forecasts, while new residences are being built with a mean value of $669,000, showing that developers are targeting the high-end segment with premium options.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $469,000 have been logged during this financial year, emphasizing that the locality is primarily residential. Compared to the Rest of Qld average, the suburb of Edge Hill displays much lower construction volumes, sitting 61.0% below the regional per capita average. This limited addition of new housing typically sustains demand and prices for the current housing stock. This volume is also below the nationwide average, reflecting the established status of the locality and implying potential constraints on planning. Meanwhile, new residential construction consisted entirely of detached houses, preserving the traditional neighborhood style and prioritizing spacious residences suitable for families. Notably, developers are building a higher ratio of traditional houses than the established mix indicates, which was 70.0% at the Census, showing sustained interest in single-family homes. With approximately 1346 people per approved residential dwelling, the suburb of Edge Hill represents a highly established market environment. Projections for the future indicate that the suburb of Edge Hill will add 629 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations by AreaSearch. If the current pace of construction persists, the supply of new housing may struggle to satisfy this demographic growth, potentially intensifying competition among buyers and upward pressure on property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Edge Hill, worth an estimated $19 million. A further 71 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $8.75 billion. 11 are already under construction and 33 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and health & medical. 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 performance is heavily shaped by developments in regional infrastructure, major construction initiatives, and urban planning decisions. AreaSearch has identified a total of 7 projects that are expected to influence this locality. Prominent developments include the Cairns Chinese Culture and Heritage Centre, the Kanimbla Heights Estate, the Whitfield State School Performing Arts Centre, and the Manoora Infill Housing Development, with key details provided on those expected to have the most direct impact.
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Cairns Chinese Culture and Heritage Centre
Queensland's first purpose-built Chinese Culture and Heritage Centre, located in the cultural precinct of Edge Hill opposite the Centenary Lakes Chinese Friendship Gardens. The $4 million project is jointly funded by the Crisafulli Queensland Government ($2.7 million) and CADCAI. Designed by local firm TPG Architects and constructed by local builder MyBuildGroup, the centre will house the nationally significant Lit Sung Goong Temple artefacts collection of over 240 objects, alongside climate-controlled exhibition spaces, a community performing arts hub, and research and education facilities.A groundbreaking ceremony was held in February 2026, with construction expected to complete in late 2026 and the grand opening scheduled for Chinese New Year 2027.
Kanimbla Heights Estate
Kanimbla Heights Estate is a long-running masterplanned hillside residential subdivision in Kanimbla, Cairns. The estate began as a masterplan in 2001 and has been delivered in multiple stages, with engineering records identifying Stage 24 as under construction and marketing continuing for elevated premium land releases. The project provides serviced residential lots on steep terrain near the Macalister Range, with engineered drainage, slope and road works designed for high rainfall conditions and views toward Cairns, Trinity Inlet and surrounding hills.Recent public development data also records a pending 2026 minor change application for a 14-lot reconfiguration with access, easements and road works in Kanimbla.
Manoora Infill Housing Development
A council-approved infill development delivering 150 rental units across three standalone buildings in Manoora, Cairns. The mix comprises 45 one-bedroom and 105 two-bedroom units with approximately 160 car parks. The site at 10-30 Pease Street and 164-172 Hoare Street replaces around 14 caravan park cabins and two houses. Developer NQ Villas Pty Ltd is seeking state and federal government funding support before commencing construction, targeting a start in 2025. The project addresses a critical shortage of rental housing stock in Cairns and is designed for low-to-medium cost occupancy.
Stan Williams Park Upgrades
An $18 million multi-stage redevelopment of Stan Williams Park into a premier sports and community hub. Stage 1 ($12M), completed in mid-2025, delivered a dual-level grandstand with over 500 seats, modern change rooms, a gym, and 2,500 sqm of undercover spectator space. Stage 2 ($6M), funded by the Queensland Government, includes the installation of an electronic scoreboard, field lighting upgrades, additional terraced seating, and enhanced junior facilities to support state-level rugby league and community events.
7 & 8 Izatt Close Multiple Dwelling Development
Development approved medium density apartment project on a 2608 sqm site at the end of Izatt Close, Edge Hill. The approval is for demolition of two existing houses and construction of a four storey multiple dwelling building with 22 apartments, comprising 12 two-bedroom and 10 three-bedroom units, 38 car parking spaces, landscaping and communal recreation areas. The site has been marketed as a DA-approved development opportunity and is listed as pre-construction.
Edge Hill State School Administration Upgrades
Construction of a new Administration Building and Student Support Hub for the Edge Hill State School. The facility features modern staff rooms, a principal office, dedicated student waiting areas, and external ramps designed to improve school accessibility and operational efficiency. The project was managed by the Queensland Department of Education and constructed by Bryant Building Contractors.
Whitfield State School Performing Arts Centre
A $13 million Performing Arts and Music Centre with a performance stage, green room, storage, and flexible learning areas for both school and community use. It will also address the need for additional car parking and improve the school's street presence.
Whitfield Childcare
Approved 95-place childcare centre on a 1620 sqm site at 15-17 Marino Street, Whitfield. The project is intended to increase early learning capacity in the Whitfield catchment and replace existing residential buildings with a purpose-built centre.
2,250 residents of Edge Hill are employed, from a labour force of 2,331. Unemployment sits at 3.5%, with participation at 68.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,135, about 78% 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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The suburb of Edge Hill has a highly qualified labor force, strong representation in key service industries, and a low unemployment rate of 3.5%, according to AreaSearch compilations of regional statistics. In March 2026, 2,250 residents were employed, with the local jobless rate sitting 0.4% lower than the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, while workforce participation is relatively standard at 68.1% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census responses show that a moderate 17.4% of employed residents performed their duties from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. The suburb of Edge Hill exhibits a particularly high concentration of workers in health care & social assistance, with employment numbers reaching 1.5 times the regional norm. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented, employing just 0.7% of the local workforce compared to 4.5% across Regional Qld. The mostly residential character of the area appears to supply few jobs within its borders, as shown by the relationship between the local working population and resident counts from the Census. Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional data reveals that over the 12 months ending in March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 2.7% alongside a 3.9% drop in employment, causing the unemployment rate to climb by 1.2 percentage points. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1% and the labor force expand by 0.3%, with a 0.1 percentage point increase in joblessness. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide a broader context for future demand in the suburb of Edge Hill. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Across the nation, total employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local employment distribution suggests that employment for residents of the suburb of Edge Hill could rise by 7.2% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighted projection that does not factor in local population growth trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Edge Hill is $1,674 a week (about $87,000 a year), with median personal income at $942 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $58,747 a year against an average of $73,065. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year show that earnings in the suburb of Edge Hill exceed the national average, with a median of $58,747 and a mean of $73,065. In comparison, Regional Qld recorded a median of $53,146 and a mean of $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would translate to roughly $65,421 for the median and $81,365 for the average as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, individual earnings sit at the 72nd percentile, yielding $942 per week, while collective household income is positioned at the 45th percentile.
The overall earnings profile shows that 31.2% of the population, representing 1,256 people, are situated in the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, closely matching the wider region where 31.7% of residents are in this category. Residents retain 86.2% of their income for non-housing costs, and the local SEIFA income metric places the neighborhood in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Edge Hill had 1,630 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 70% detached houses and 24% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 37% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $310 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,618 a month. Rent absorbs 18.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.3%. 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 composition of residential properties in the suburb of Edge Hill at the last Census was made up of 70.0% separate houses and 30.0% alternative housing options, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 76.4% separate houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Edge Hill matched Regional Qld at 32.1%, while the remaining properties were split between mortgaged homes at 31.0% and rental properties at 36.9%. The median monthly mortgage payment was below the Regional Qld average at $1,618, and the median weekly rent was $310, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively.
Compared nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Edge Hill are considerably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Edge Hill counted 1,630 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 23% are couples with children, fewer than in 76% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 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 local households at 63.3%, which consists of couples with children at 23.2%, couples without children at 25.4%, and single parents with children at 13.7%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 36.7%, with single-person households at 31.3% and group housing making up 5.1% of the total. The median household occupancy is 2.3 individuals, which is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
35.9% of adults in Edge Hill hold a university qualification, including 22.6% with a bachelor degree and 8.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 22.6% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 896 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,021 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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Attainment of higher education in the suburb of Edge Hill is significantly higher than broader regional benchmarks, with 35.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university qualification, compared to 20.6% in Rest of Qld and 21.1% in the SA4 region. This education profile positions local residents well for knowledge-intensive roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 22.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.9% and graduate diplomas at 4.4%. Vocational skills are also prominent, with 34.7% of residents aged 15 and over possessing technical qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 12.1% and certificates at 22.6%.
Enrolment in education is quite high, with 31.6% of residents currently studying in an educational institution. This includes 11.0% attending primary school, 10.2% in secondary education, and 4.4% enrolled in tertiary courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Edge Hill reaches 18 stops on 3 routes, timetabled for about 230 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 m from its nearest stop. 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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Analysis of local transit indicates there are 18 active passenger transport stops in the suburb of Edge Hill, consisting of bus services. These locations are connected to 3 distinct routes, which combine to offer 231 passenger trips per week. Accessibility is classified as good, with residents living an average of 239 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential focus of the neighborhood, most workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 88% and bicycles used by 4%. Households own an average of 1.3 vehicles, which is lower than the regional norm.
Additionally, 17.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect conditions during the pandemic. Transit services average 33 daily runs across all routes, which translates to approximately 12 passenger trips weekly for each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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73.2% of residents in Edge Hill report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 79% of areas nationally. 3.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.3 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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Health metrics show positive outcomes throughout the suburb of Edge Hill, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the low prevalence of common chronic illnesses across all age demographics, while private health insurance coverage is high, representing approximately 56% of the population, which is about 2,261 people. This compares to a coverage rate of 52.5% across Regional Qld. The most frequent diagnoses among local residents were mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 7.0% and 6.9% of the population respectively, while 73.2% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
The working-age population exhibits strong health profiles with minimal chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older make up 17.2% of the population, representing 692 people, which is below the 20.4% average for Regional Qld. Senior residents display positive health outcomes, with national health rankings matching those of the broader public.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
25.2% of Edge Hill residents were born overseas and 13.1% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.3%) and Australian (20.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Edge Hill exhibits above-average cultural diversity, with 13.1% of residents using a non-English language at home and 25.2% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 43.2% of the local population. However, the most notable difference from broader trends is in the Other category, which represents 1.3% of local residents compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. Regarding ancestral backgrounds, the three largest groups in the suburb of Edge Hill are English at 27.3% of the population, Australian at 20.9% of the population, which is lower than the regional average of 26.5%, and Other at 11.0% of the population.
There are also notable differences in other backgrounds: Irish ancestry is higher at 10.5% of the population compared to 8.2% across the region, German stands at 4.8% compared to 4.7%, and Hungarian is recorded at 0.3% compared to 0.2%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Edge Hill is 42. 23.7% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of residents in the suburb of Edge Hill is 42 years, which is close to the Regional Qld average of 41 years and higher than the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to the Regional Qld average, there is a higher concentration of residents in the 45 - 54 age group, representing 14.9% of the local population, while the 5 - 14 cohort is lower at 10.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 9.8% to 11.6%, and the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 4.6% to 6.0%.
Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 age group decreased from 14.3% to 10.7%, and the 65 to 74 bracket fell from 11.1% to 10.0%. Projections for the year 2041 point to demographic shifts in the suburb of Edge Hill, with the 25 to 34 age segment expected to grow by 156 people (32%) from 487 to 644, while the 15 to 24 cohort is forecast to decline by 48 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Edge Hill
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 | Apr 2026 4 months ago 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 Apr 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 — 15 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,088 at the 2021 Census → 4,027 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 (SAL30941). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.