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Elizabeth East has an estimated 4,795 residents, up from 4,607 at the 2021 Census — a change of 188 people, or 4.1%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years. That puts 1,949 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 examinations of ABS population datasets for the broader region and new physical addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Elizabeth East has an estimated population of 4,795 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 188 people (4.1%) since the 2021 Census, which counted 4,607 individuals. The updated figure is derived from a resident population baseline of 4,759 estimated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 26 validated new addresses registered since the Census. This count corresponds to a density of 1,949 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical ratio observed across locations evaluated nationally by AreaSearch.
The population gains in recent times were mostly driven by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 68.0% of the overall increase. AreaSearch utilizes the ABS and Geoscience Australia demographic projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. In instances where SA2 regions are not covered by these datasets, or for periods extending past 2032, regional and LGA projections by age bracket released by the SA State Government in 2023 (utilizing 2021 data) are applied, adjusted using a weighted aggregation method of LGA-to-SA2 growth patterns. Anticipating these demographic movements, a substantial population rise placing the suburb of Elizabeth East in the top national quartile is projected, with the community forecast to grow by 1,446 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level modeling, representing an overall expansion of 29.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
102 new dwellings have been approved in Elizabeth East over the past five years, an average of 20 a year. That is 4.4 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 24 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 83% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 49, 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approvals mapped from regional statistical files, the suburb of Elizabeth East has recorded an average of roughly 20 new home approvals annually. This includes an estimated 102 dwellings approved during the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 45 approvals during the current FY-26. With an average of 1.2 new residents moving in per new dwelling during the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), local housing demand matches supply closely, supporting a balanced market, with new residences constructed at an average value of $281,000.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $942,000 have been logged during this financial year, pointing to a heavily residential development environment. In comparison to Greater Adelaide, the suburb of Elizabeth East experiences a much lower rate of construction, sitting at 75.0% below the regional per capita average. This restricted volume of new supply generally helps maintain demand and property values for existing housing stock. New residential construction is composed of 83.0% detached houses and 17.0% semi-detached or attached dwellings, preserving the suburban character of the area with a focus on spacious family residences. Interestingly, builders are focusing more on traditional houses than the historical mix at the Census (66.0%) indicates, reflecting a sustained preference for family-sized properties despite density pressures. The area exhibits low-density characteristics, averaging about 271 people for every residential approval. Looking forward, the suburb of Elizabeth East is projected to add 1,410 residents by 2041 relative to the latest quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If the current pace of construction persists, the supply of new housing may fail to match this population growth, which could increase competition among prospective buyers and underpin stronger appreciation in 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 one current infrastructure or development project inside Elizabeth East, worth an estimated $26 million. A further 25 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $3.93 billion. 13 are already under construction and 11 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans health & medical, transport & logistics and education & training. 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 planning initiatives, major projects, and infrastructure upgrades are primary drivers of neighborhood performance. AreaSearch has tracked 10 developments expected to influence the local area. Notable projects include the WCH Foundation Family Health and Wellbeing Hub, the Edinburgh Central Mixed Use Development, the Blakes Crossing Master Planned Community, and the Lionsgate Business Park, with the following list detailing those of most significance.
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WCH Foundation Family Health and Wellbeing Hub
The WCH Foundation Family Health and Wellbeing Hub is a 26 million dollar multipurpose community health facility designed by Studio Nine Architects. Located in the Playford Health and Wellbeing Precinct, it features curved facades and green walls to create a non-institutional environment. The hub provides early parenting programs, perinatal and adolescent mental health support, student-led allied health clinics, and short-term residential accommodation for new mothers.
Blakes Crossing Master Planned Community
90-hectare master planned community development in Blakeview, featuring 1,500 homes for approximately 4,000 residents. Includes a Village Centre with Woolworths, Aldi, schools, medical facilities, a 1.4-hectare park, lake, adventure playground, and extensive green open spaces.
Playford Health Hub
A three-stage private health precinct directly opposite the Lyell McEwin Hospital in Adelaide's northern suburbs. Stage 1 (completed November 2021) delivered a 24 million dollar, 450-bay multi-deck car park and around 1,700 square metres of retail anchored by SA Health, IGA, Medimart and Australia Post. Stage 2 (completed May 2024) is a 51 million dollar, four-level, 6,500 square metre Specialist Medical Centre powered entirely by renewable energy, designed as South Australia's first 6 Star Green Star registered medical office building.Tenants include Calvary's Connery Centre for day oncology, GenesisCare radiotherapy, Radiology SA, Clinpath Pathology, SA Health and consulting suites. Stage 3 is an approximately 93 million dollar private hospital to be operated by Calvary Health Care, with provision for around ten operating theatres and up to 120 day and overnight beds. It received planning consent from the City of Playford in 2023, is in detailed design and early contractor involvement, and will replace the existing Calvary Central Districts Hospital. An airbridge is planned to link the new private hospital with the public Lyell McEwin Hospital.
Playford Health and Wellbeing Precinct
A major health precinct surrounding Lyell McEwin Hospital that is progressively expanding through multiple stages. The precinct integrates public and private healthcare, specialist medical consulting, allied health, aged care, research, education and future hospital facilities. Completed projects include Healthia and the Playford Health Hub specialist medical building, while planning continues for a private hospital and additional health services to support northern Adelaide.
Zaytouna Estate Stage Two
Stage Two of Zaytouna Estate comprises 26 residential allotments nestled amidst rolling countryside with sweeping views in Craigmore. The subdivision features level and split-level allotments ranging from 279 to 678 square meters on 1.95 hectares of premium land. Development approval has been granted, with benching and retaining walls provided by the developer. Located within the One Tree Hill township area with irresistible street appeal and close to bushland reserves, parks and walking trails. Stage One has sold out.Near Craigmore South Primary School, St Thomas More School, Elizabeth Park Primary School, Pinnacle College, Playford College, and Craigmore High School. Nearby amenities include Craigmore Village, Parabanks Shopping Centre, Elizabeth City Centre, Playford Plaza, and public transport.
Tudor Vale Shopping Centre
A 175 million dollar retail development forming the commercial heart of the Tudor Vale masterplanned community. The project features a 6,420sqm shopping centre anchored by a Coles supermarket, Liquorland, and pharmacy, alongside a significant 20,000sqm large-format retail precinct. The site is strategically located on the north-east side of the Northern Expressway and Curtis Road, adjacent to an existing Aldi, catering to the rapid residential growth in Adelaide's northern corridor.
Barrow Crescent Reserve Upgrade
Upgrade of Barrow Crescent Reserve in Elizabeth Vale to include a range of playground equipment, an accessible basket swing, nature play features, new paths, shelter with picnic setting and landscaping. The upgrades have been guided by input from local residents.
Lyell McEwin Hospital Expansion
$47 million expansion delivering two new 24-bed inpatient wards (48 beds total) across approximately 5,900 square metres on Level 3 of Building A, completed August 2024. Rooms include single ensuites, bariatric facilities, negative pressure isolation rooms and dementia-friendly spaces. The emergency department was also upgraded to 76 treatment spaces. A follow-on $16.5 million fast-tracked refurbishment of Ward 1C is underway to add a further 20 inpatient beds, with construction commencing March 2025 and due for completion December 2025.The broader program targets 80 additional beds at the hospital by end of 2025, serving a population of over 400,000 in Adelaide's northern suburbs.
1,632 residents of Elizabeth East are employed, from a labour force of 1,931. Unemployment sits at 15.5%, with participation at 50.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,938, about 82% 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 Elizabeth East features a balanced labor force split between white-collar and blue-collar occupations, with a prominent industrial and manufacturing presence, alongside an unemployment rate of 15.5% according to AreaSearch's aggregated statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 1,632 employed residents, while the unemployment rate is 11.7% higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%, indicating potential for labor market recovery. Additionally, workforce participation is low, standing at 50.5% compared to 66.6% across Greater Adelaide. Census records show that a minor 5.7% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.
Resident employment is primarily centered in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The area shows a clear specialization in retail trade, where its share of employment is 1.4 times the metropolitan average. On the other hand, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for 2.2% of the local workforce compared to the regional average of 7.3%. Comparing the count of local workers at the Census to the total resident population suggests this mostly residential community has a limited volume of local jobs. AreaSearch evaluated SALM and ABS data that were combined from larger statistical regions for the period ending March 2026. During that time, the labour force grew by 0.3% while employment dropped by 1.9%, which led to the unemployment rate climbing by 1.9 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment rise by 4.2% and the labour force increase by 4.0%, resulting in unemployment declining by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia released national employment forecasts in May-25 that can help clarify possible future job demand in Elizabeth East. These forecasts span five and ten year horizons and were aligned with the local employment structure to estimate how jobs might evolve. Over the five year period, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6%, and over ten years it is expected to grow by 13.7%, though these figures vary widely across different industry sectors. When these sector specific growth rates are applied to Elizabeth East current employment composition, local employment is anticipated to rise by 5.8% over five years and by 12.5% over ten years. This estimate relies on a straightforward weighting exercise for demonstration only and does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Elizabeth East is $904 a week (about $47,000 a year), with median personal income at $481 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $35,480 a year against an average of $38,691. 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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Taxpayer income levels in the suburb of Elizabeth East sit below the national average according to aggregated ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income among local taxpayers is $35,480, and the average income is $38,691, compared to metropolitan Adelaide figures of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $39,088 for median income and $42,626 for average income as of March 2026. According to Census findings, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Elizabeth East all rank between the 1st and 2nd percentiles nationally.
Looking at income brackets, the largest group comprises 33.1% of residents (1,587 people) who earn between $400 - 799 weekly, contrasting with the wider metropolitan area where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is largest at 31.8%. The presence of 44.1% of households in brackets below $800 weekly highlights the financial difficulties faced by many in the community. Housing cost pressures are substantial, with residents retaining only 79.6% of their income after housing costs, placing the area in the 3rd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Elizabeth East had 1,723 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 66% detached houses and 0% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 47% rented and 21% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $225 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,062 a month. Rent absorbs 24.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.1%. 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 types in the suburb of Elizabeth East at the latest Census consisted of 66.1% detached houses and 33.9% other property styles (such as duplexes, townhouses, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to the Adelaide metropolitan breakdown of 75.2% detached homes and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in the suburb of Elizabeth East was lower than the metropolitan average at 21.0%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (32.1%) or renting (46.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,062 was well below the Adelaide metropolitan average of $1,562, while the median weekly rent was $225, compared to the metropolitan average of $320.
Nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Elizabeth East are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Elizabeth East counted 1,723 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 20% are couples with children, fewer than in 87% of areas nationally, against 17% couples without children. 36% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 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 60.0%, consisting of 19.9% couples raising children, 17.0% couples without children, and 21.5% single-parent households. Non-family households represent the remaining 40.0% of the area, with single-person households at 36.1% and group shared households at 3.9%. The median size of local households is 2.4 persons, which is slightly smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
8.5% of adults in Elizabeth East hold a university qualification, including 6.2% with a bachelor degree and 1.4% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 85% of areas nationally. A further 28.9% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,135 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 962 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 profiles in the area show lower rates of tertiary attainment, with university qualifications held by 8.5% of residents, compared to the Australian average of 30.4%. This highlights both a challenge and an opportunity for local educational support programs. Among these qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 6.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.4% and graduate diplomas at 0.9%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 36.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 7.2% and certificates at 28.9%. Enrolment rates in education are high, with 32.5% of residents currently undertaking formal study.
This student population includes 14.1% in primary school, 8.5% in high school, and 3.3% in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Elizabeth East reaches 23 stops on 13 routes, timetabled for about 550 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 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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An analysis of public transport reveals 23 active bus stops operating in the suburb of Elizabeth East. These stops accommodate 13 distinct routes, providing a total of 551 weekly passenger journeys. Local transport accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 212 meters from their nearest transit stop. Reflecting the residential character of the neighborhood, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 90%, and buses used by 6%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.0 car per home, which is below the metropolitan average.
A relatively low 5.7% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era arrangements. Public transport services average 78 daily trips across all active routes, which translates to roughly 23 weekly departures from each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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57.9% of residents in Elizabeth East report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 96% of areas nationally. 11.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 42.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 8.9 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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The suburb of Elizabeth East exhibits notable health challenges based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality patterns and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older cohorts, alongside a low rate of private health insurance, which covers approximately 42% of the population (~2,032 people). This compares to a private coverage rate of 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national benchmark of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded among residents were mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 12.8% and 10.4% of the population respectively, while 57.9% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
The working-age cohort experiences elevated rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older make up 19.9% of the population (954 people), and health outcomes for this senior demographic are generally consistent with national rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
30.1% of Elizabeth East residents were born overseas and 19.9% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.0%) and Australian (25.1%). 3.4% 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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The suburb of Elizabeth East displays a higher degree of cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 19.9% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 30.1% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 33.2% of the local population. However, the most distinct religious deviation is Islam, which accounts for 10.4% of the population, a proportion notably higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 3.0%. Looking at parent countries of birth, the three most common ancestries in the suburb of Elizabeth East are English at 32.0%, Australian at 25.1%, and Other ancestries at 13.7%.
There are also specific differences in the presence of other backgrounds: Lebanese ancestry represents 0.4% of the community (compared to 0.3% across the region), German ancestry is at 4.1% (compared to 5.1% regionally), and Vietnamese ancestry is at 0.8% (compared to 1.2% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Elizabeth East is 38. 24.7% 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 suburb of Elizabeth East has a median age of 38, which is close to the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and identical to the national median of 38. Compared to metropolitan Adelaide, children aged 5 - 14 are highly represented at 14.2% of the population, while young adults aged 25 - 34 are underrepresented at 12.0%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 12.9% to 14.3% of the population, whereas the 45 to 54 bracket has contracted from 11.8% to 10.7%. Long-term demographic modeling indicates that the age structure in the suburb of Elizabeth East will shift by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort projected to expand by 251 people (49%), growing from 513 to 765 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Elizabeth East
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 | May 2026 3 months ago 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 May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 26 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,607 at the 2021 Census → 4,795 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 (SAL40399). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.