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Esperance has an estimated 2,161 residents, up from 2,080 at the 2021 Census — a change of 81 people, or 3.9%. That puts 861 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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Evaluations of broader regional ABS population updates alongside new addresses verified by AreaSearch following the Census indicate that the suburb of Esperance has an estimated population of approximately 2,161 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 81 people (3.9%) compared to the 2,080 people counted in the 2021 Census. Such movement stems from an estimated resident count of 2,156 determined by AreaSearch after reviewing the June 2025 ABS ERP release and post-Census address validations. The resulting population density stands at 861 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical benchmarks recorded across AreaSearch locations.
The suburb of Esperance's post-Census growth rate of 3.9% sits within 2.6 percentage points of the wider SA3 area (6.5%), highlighting solid underlying expansion. Natural increase was the primary contributor to local demographic gains, accounting for roughly 54.0% of recent population additions. Population projections produced jointly by the ABS and Geoscience Australia, issued in 2024 using 2022 as a base, have been applied by AreaSearch across SA2 boundaries. For locations outside this coverage, as well as for all post-2032 projections, AreaSearch incorporates age-cohort growth estimates from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region release (based on 2022 figures). Looking forward, the suburb of Esperance is projected to experience population expansion slightly below the median across regional Australia, with aggregated SA2 figures pointing to an increase of 137 persons through to 2041, representing total growth of 6.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
58 new dwellings have been approved in Esperance over the past five years, an average of 11 a year. That is 5.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 7, 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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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approval figures mapped from statistical geography, the local area records roughly 11 residential building approvals each year. This includes approximately 58 dwellings approved across the preceding 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 7 granted so far in FY-25. Given the downturn in population during recent times, incoming supply has generally kept pace with local demand to sustain buyer options. Furthermore, with an average construction value of $594,000 per approved residence, builders are noticeably prioritizing high-end, premium residential developments. Per capita construction figures in the locality exceed those of Rest of WA by 82.0%, providing prospective purchasers with considerable choice even as overall construction momentum has eased in recent times.
Detached houses account for 90.0% of recent approvals, while medium and high-density formats represent 10.0%, preserving the traditional low-density neighborhood fabric tailored to buyers seeking spacious family accommodation. Builders are delivering freestanding homes at a higher rate than the 63.0% recorded at Census, underlining sustained appetite for detached housing despite broader density pressures. A ratio of 331 people per dwelling approval reflects a subdued and measured development landscape. Projections indicate that the area's resident base will expand by 132 residents through to 2041 relative to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figure. Under prevailing construction trends, forthcoming residential supply is well positioned to satisfy demand, creating favorable market conditions for purchasers and potentially enabling population gains to outpace current expectations.
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 19 current infrastructure and development projects close to Esperance, worth an estimated $1.46 billion. 4 are already under construction and 4 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, manufacturing 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 economic and social outcomes are strongly guided by capital projects, infrastructure upgrades, and planning initiatives. Currently, no major projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to influence the local area directly. Broader state and regional programs include the WA Police Satellite Technology Upgrade, Regional And Rural Wa Road Network Safety Improvements, WA Regional Digital Connectivity Program (WARDCP), and Western Australia Coastal Hazards Adaptation.
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Lynas Rare Earths Processing Facility
A new Rare Earths Processing Facility in Kalgoorlie to process the Rare Earth concentrate from the Mt Weld mine. The material produced in Kalgoorlie will be further processed at the Lynas Malaysia advanced materials plant or at the proposed Rare Earths separation facility in the United States.
North Somerville District Structure Plan
A district-level structure plan providing a framework for the coordinated development of a vacant greenfield urban infill site in North Somerville, Kalgoorlie-Boulder. The site, approximately 35.49 hectares, has multiple landowners and is identified by the City's Local Planning Strategy and Draft Local Planning Scheme No. 2 as suitable for future residential development. The plan proposes a residential layout with an estimated 604 lots and 600 dwellings, and includes provisions for public open space and drainage networks that link to adjoining estates.As a district-level framework, individual landowners must follow up with local structure plans before final subdivision and development of their lots. As of early 2026, this is progressing, with a local structure plan for lots at Speculation Road, Somerville, lodged and under public consultation for proposed rezoning to Residential.
Fabric Street Temporary Workforce Accommodation
Proposed temporary workforce accommodation for BHP Nickel West on City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder land to accommodate up to 1,000 construction workers during major works. Following BHP's temporary suspension of Western Australia Nickel operations from October 2024, the project has not progressed to construction and remains under assessment with no confirmed delivery timetable.
Lot 505 Kalgoorlie Industrial Area
The project involves the future development of 206 to 214 hectares of industrial-zoned land located south-west of Kalgoorlie-Boulder. The area is planned to feature larger general industrial lots to cater for typical general and heavier industrial users, providing access to a RAV10 heavy vehicle road network and existing rail networks.
KCGM 800-Bed Workers Accommodation Camp
An 800-bed workforce accommodation facility for Northern Star Resources supporting the KCGM Growth Project and Super Pit expansion. The approved development includes 200 four-room accommodation cabins, communal dining, gym, laundry, offices, maintenance facilities, parking, a new water pipeline and sewer connection. Following revisions to address planning concerns, the WA Development Assessment Panel approved the project in July 2025. The camp will support construction and operational workforce requirements associated with the KCGM expansion.
Central Regional TAFE - Kalgoorlie Heavy Plant Engineering Trades Workshop
Central Regional TAFE's Kalgoorlie campus is now training students in new $10 million state-of-the-art heavy plant workshops.
Goldfields Pipeline Renewal (Stage 1)
Stage 1 of a long-term, 70-year program to renew the historic 566km Goldfields and Agricultural Water Supply Scheme (GAWSS), which was commissioned in 1903 and runs from Mundaring Weir near Perth to Kalgoorlie-Boulder. The first stage involves replacing 44.5km of ageing original pipe with new sections installed primarily below ground in the Shires of Merredin, Westonia, and Yilgarn. Works also include valve upgrades to improve network reliability and a major expansion of the Binduli Reservoir in Kalgoorlie, doubling its storage capacity.The upgrades will lift scheme capacity by up to 7.2 million litres per day from 2027 to support residential, mining and industrial growth across the Goldfields and Wheatbelt while preserving the pipeline's National Heritage values. Funded through a 543 million dollar commitment in the 2025-26 State Budget. Heritage Management Plan and Interpretation Strategy were approved by the Commonwealth Government in July 2025. Construction is scheduled to commence in May 2026 and complete by late 2027.
Kalgoorlie Vanadium Flow Battery Project
A proposed 50-megawatt vanadium flow battery project aiming to address power reliability issues and position the Goldfields region at the forefront of sustainable clean energy. It represents a significant advancement in Western Australia's renewable energy infrastructure with a $150 million commitment.
951 residents of Esperance are employed, from a labour force of 986. Unemployment sits at 3.5%, with participation at 50.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,726, about 80% 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 local economy is supported by a diverse employment base covering professional and vocational roles across multiple sectors, characterized by a low 3.5% unemployment rate and 2.1% estimated annual job growth based on AreaSearch statistical aggregations. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 951, matching Regional WA's unemployment benchmark of 3.5%, though the local participation rate of 50.9% falls substantially behind Regional WA's 65.4%. Census figures showed only 6.0% of workers operating from home, an outcome influenced by prevailing Covid-19 restrictions at the time. The primary employment sectors for local workers comprise health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training.
Transport, postal & warehousing shows pronounced local specialization, employing workers at 1.8 times the regional proportion. In contrast, mining makes up just 1.9% of local employment compared to 11.7% regionally. Given its primarily residential character, the district provides relatively few jobs within its borders, as evidenced by comparing the Census daytime workforce against resident worker counts. AreaSearch assessment of aggregated ABS and SALM metrics shows that over the 12-month period, a 2.1% gain in employment was outpaced by a 2.4% expansion in the labour force, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. By comparison, Regional WA recorded a 0.1% contraction in employment, a 0.3% rise in the labour force, and a 0.4 percentage point increase in joblessness. National employment forecasts published by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26 provide additional context on future local workforce requirements. When applying nationwide sector growth expectations—projected at 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years—to the local industrial profile, projected employment expands by 6.1% over five years and 12.8% over ten years (noting this is an illustrative weighting model that excludes localized population changes).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Esperance is $1,087 a week (about $57,000 a year), with median personal income at $696 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,968 a year against an average of $63,591. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO taxation statistics for financial year 2023 at the postcode level indicate that median taxpayer earnings were $48,968, while average earnings reached $63,591. These figures trail national benchmarks as well as the respective medians and averages of $59,973 and $74,392 across Regional WA. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023 brings estimated figures to roughly $54,320 (median) and $70,541 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household earnings in the 6th percentile, whereas individual incomes ranked higher in the 27th percentile. In terms of earnings brackets, the $400 - 799 range encompasses 30.0% of the local population (648 individuals), contrasting with the wider region where 31.1% fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 category.
Financial strain is evident across the area, with 42.5% of households managing on weekly incomes under $800, while severe housing affordability pressures leave only 83.7% of income available, positioning the locality in the 8th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Esperance had 910 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 63% detached houses and 9% apartments. 18% are owned with a mortgage, 49% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $235 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,500 a month. Rent absorbs 21.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 31.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census records indicate that the local housing stock is composed of 63.3% separate houses alongside 36.7% alternative dwelling types including semi-detached residences, flats, and other configurations, contrasting with Regional WA where houses account for 88.5% and other dwellings represent 11.6%. Outright home ownership matches the Regional WA rate of 33.0%, while mortgaged properties make up 17.6% and rental housing represents 49.4%. Monthly mortgage costs average a median of $1,500 locally compared to $1,560 across Regional WA, while median weekly rent is $235 versus $265 regionally. On a nationwide scale, local mortgage repayments fall well below the Australian benchmark of $1,863, and weekly rents remain substantially lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Esperance counted 910 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 1.9 people each. 15% are couples with children, fewer than in 94% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 49% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 48.5% of local households, consisting of 23.1% couples without children, 15.2% couples with children, and 8.4% single parent arrangements. Non-family living situations represent 51.5% of the total, driven primarily by lone person households at 48.7% alongside group households at 3.1%. The area records a median household size of 1.9 people, remaining under the Regional WA average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
15.9% of adults in Esperance hold a university qualification, including 11.6% with a bachelor degree and 1.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.3% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 460 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,010 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 show that 15.9% of the population holds university qualifications, tracking well behind the nationwide proportion of 30.4% and highlighting an avenue for targeted educational development. Attainment is led by bachelor degrees at 11.6%, alongside graduate diplomas at 2.4% and postgraduate qualifications at 1.9%. Vocational and technical training is widely represented, with 37.1% of people aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.8%) and certificates (28.3%). Enrolment in structured learning encompasses 24.6% of the resident community. Broken down by stage, 10.2% attend primary schools, 6.9% are in secondary education, and 2.9% are enrolled in tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Esperance reaches 36 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 100 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 m from its nearest stop. 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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Public transit infrastructure comprises 36 active stops across the locality, providing mixed bus connectivity. A network of 6 separate routes operates across these stops, generating 103 weekly passenger trips. Accessibility is strong, with typical walking distances to the nearest stop averaging 145 meters. Commuting patterns reflect an outward flow from this residential setting, with private vehicles accounting for 87% of journeys, followed by 9% walking and 3% cycling. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.0 per dwelling, trailing regional averages, while working from home accounted for 6.0% of workers during the 2021 Census under prevailing COVID-19 settings.
Transit schedules provide an average of 14 trips per day across the collective network, which translates to roughly 2 weekly trips per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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59.1% of residents in Esperance report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 78% of areas nationally. 9.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.8 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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AreaSearch evaluations of mortality patterns and chronic illness prevalence point to notable healthcare pressures across the community, with health conditions frequently observed among both younger cohorts and mature residents. Private health insurance coverage covers roughly 52% of the local population (~1,133 people), placing it slightly ahead of the typical SA2 benchmark but below the 56.4% figure for Regional WA. Arthritis and mental health conditions represent the most prevalent diagnoses locally, affecting 11.2 and 8.1% of the population respectively, while 59.1% of residents report no long-term medical conditions compared to 69.3% across Regional WA.
Chronic ailments are higher than typical among working-age individuals. Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 35.6% of residents (769 people), significantly exceeding the 19.1% regional benchmark, with elderly health outcomes aligning generally with national patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Esperance is largely Australian-born, at 80.5% of residents, with 5.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.5%) and Australian (31.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Measures of cultural diversity remain below broader benchmarks, with Australian citizens making up 81.8% of the community, 80.5% of residents born in Australia, and 94.1% using exclusively English at home. Christianity forms the largest faith group at 49.0% of the population. Notably, Buddhism shows elevated local representation at 1.6% compared to the 1.0% proportion seen across Regional WA. Ancestry records based on parental birthplace identify English (32.5%), Australian (31.4%), and Scottish (9.2%) as the three most prevalent heritage backgrounds. Specific minority communities demonstrate distinct concentrations, including Maori residents at 0.8% (versus 1.0% regionally), New Zealand background at 0.8% (versus 0.9%), and Sri Lankan background at 0.3% (versus 0.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Esperance is 52, older than 94% of areas nationally. 21.6% 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 local demographic profile is heavily weighted toward mature age groups, with retirees and seniors (65+) comprising 35.6% of residents as at August 2026 compared to 19.1% across Regional WA, while younger residents (0 - 24) represent 21.7% versus 29.1% regionally. The estimated median age stands at 52, unchanged from the 2021 Census, exceeding the Regional WA median of 40 from that same Census by 12 years and the national Census median of 38. The share of seniors has increased from 32.0% at Census to an estimated 35.6%. Projections to 2041 indicate that the 25 - 44 age cohort will see the largest expansion, growing by 116 residents (24%) to 604, while senior and younger age segments are expected to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Esperance
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 4 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (2,080 at the 2021 Census → 2,161 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 Aug 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 (SAL50492). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.