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Forest Glen (Qld) has an estimated 2,857 residents, up from 1,657 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,200 people, or 72.4%. Growth has averaged 11.7% a year over five years, faster than 99% of areas nationally. 130 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 74.0% of that increase. That puts 434 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the region and subsequent address validations conducted by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Forest Glen (Qld) has a resident count projected at 2,857 as of May 2026. This indicates a rise of 1,200 people (72.4%) from the 2021 Census, when the registered population was 1,657 people. This shift is derived from a resident base of 2,856, calculated by AreaSearch through analyzing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) along with 130 validated new addresses added since the Census. Such a population size represents a density of 433 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per resident and capacity for additional expansion.
The 72.4% expansion rate in the suburb of Forest Glen (Qld) since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national benchmark, placing it among the fastest-growing localities in the region. This population expansion was mostly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 74.0% of the overall population rise in recent times. AreaSearch implements projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 zones, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this dataset, as well as for the period after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 data are utilized. Note that these state-level projections omit age breakdowns; where they are applied, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using proportional weights from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections published in 2023 with a 2022 baseline. Looking at upcoming demographic shifts, regional areas across the nation are expected to experience above-median population growth, with the suburb of Forest Glen (Qld) projected to gain 518 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level forecasts, representing an overall expansion of 18.1% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
238 new dwellings have been approved in Forest Glen (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 47 a year. That places the area in the 90th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 16 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 35 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 97% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 25, 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 evaluations of ABS building approval statistics mapped from regional data, Forest Glen has averaged about 47 new homes approved annually, reaching a total of 238 homes approved over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 23 during the current FY-26. With an average of 5.1 new residents for every home constructed during the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), local housing additions are lagging behind demand, which typically intensifies buyer rivalry and puts upward pressure on prices, while newly built dwellings carry an average estimated value of $676,000, indicating that builders are focusing on the upscale market with higher-quality properties.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $13.6 million have been documented so far this financial year, pointing to steady business development. Recent construction approvals consist of 97.0% detached houses and 3.0% semi-detached properties or units, preserving the traditional low-density profile of the neighborhood with an emphasis on family residences that cater to buyers wanting larger properties. Averaging about 126 people for each approved dwelling, Forest Glen displays the traits of a growing locality. Looking forward, the population of Forest Glen is projected to increase by 517 residents up to 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Given the current pace of building approvals, the supply of housing is anticipated to meet demand, offering good opportunities for buyers and potentially facilitating growth that exceeds current predictions.
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 Forest Glen (Qld), worth an estimated $25 million. A further 78 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $20.2 billion. 25 are already under construction and 29 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major planning developments, and new public works are major drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 3 major projects that are expected to influence the local area. The key initiatives include the Forest Glen Village Centre, the Unitywater Infrastructure Program 2023-2027, the Sunshine Coast Mountain Bike Centre, and the Sunshine Coast Indoor Sports Centre, with details on the most significant projects listed below.
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Forest Glen Village Centre
Expansion of the Forest Glen Village Centre, including a new IGA supermarket, medical centre, pharmacy, and other specialty stores. The project is being constructed by Tomkins Commercial.
Sunshine Coast Mountain Bike Centre
International-standard mountain bike centre being delivered by Sunshine Coast Council for legacy recreation and proposed Brisbane 2032 Olympic mountain bike events. The project includes Cross-Country Olympic competition trails, trail hub, cafe, bike hire, parking, amenities and community facilities adjacent to more than 40 km of existing trails. The project is currently in planning and approvals, with design progressing and completion anticipated in 2029.
The Hilltop Estate Sunshine Coast - Kuluin
Boutique land estate comprising five spacious lots ranging from 1,502 to 2,288 square metres, located at Kuluin's highest point adjoining Martins Creek Conservation Reserve. The elevated position offers scenic views, privacy, and flood-free living. Situated minutes from the Maroochy River, beaches, Buderim village, and Sunshine Plaza shopping centre, with walking distance to Kuluin State School. Only 2 lots remaining as of 2025.
KenLea Estate
Eco-positive residential estate on the Sunshine Coast featuring 35 large serviced lots with sustainable features like solar power and rainwater harvesting, promoting a greener lifestyle. Stage One is sold out, and Stage Two is now selling. Land registration is estimated around October 2025.
Woombye Central
A boutique collection of 20 exclusive and private freehold terraces nestled in the heart of Woombye. Thoughtfully designed with locals, downsizers, first homebuyers, and property investors in mind, these stylish terraces offer the perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and low-maintenance lifestyle, with expressions of interest open.
Goshawk Boulevard Extension
Sunshine Coast Council is planning a 700 m extension of Goshawk Boulevard connecting Stringybark Road to Power Road. The project will provide one traffic lane in each direction, separated walking and cycling paths, landscaping, improved local access, emergency connectivity and a second access to the Atrium Buderim development. Community consultation on the draft concept design was completed in late 2025 and council is progressing detailed design, with construction to occur following future budget allocation and in conjunction with development at 77 Power Road.
Palmwoods Sports Complex Master Plan
Sunshine Coast Council's long-term master plan (2013-2028) to develop the Palmwoods Sports Complex into a premier community sport and recreation precinct. Current works include construction of new change rooms, amenities and storage facilities for the Palmwoods cricket and rugby league clubs, together with previous upgrades including LED sports lighting and clubhouse improvements. The broader master plan continues to be delivered progressively as funding becomes available.
Mooloolaba to University (M2U) Active Transport Corridor
A staged 10 km active transport corridor delivering dedicated walking, cycling and micro-mobility infrastructure between Mooloolaba and the University of the Sunshine Coast. The project includes shared paths, bridge links, safer road crossings, intersection upgrades and improved connections to schools, neighbourhoods and activity centres. Detailed design has progressed following community consultation, with construction of Stages 1, 2 and 3 commencing in late 2026 and continuing through mid-2027. Later stages remain subject to future funding.
1,145 residents of Forest Glen (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 1,173. Unemployment sits at 2.4%, with participation at 48.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 4,873, about 171% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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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Forest Glen has a highly qualified labor force, featuring strong representation in key service industries, an unemployment rate of only 2.4%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.8% over the past year, according to AreaSearch regional data. In March 2026, there were 1,145 employed residents, while the local unemployment rate was 1.5% below the Regional Qld benchmark of 3.9%, and the participation rate was considerably lower (48.3% compared to Regional Qld's 64.3%). Census records indicate that a moderate 18.1% of the workforce operated from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction periods.
The local workforce is primarily employed in healthcare & social assistance, retail commerce, and building construction. Conversely, primary industries like agriculture, forestry & fishing are less common, employing only 1.1% of the local workforce compared to 4.5% across Regional Qld. With 1.8 workers for every resident at the time of the Census, the locality serves as a regional employment center, providing more jobs than it has working residents and drawing commuters from neighboring suburbs. According to AreaSearch analyses of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional levels, the year ending March 2026 saw employment expand by 3.8% and the total labor force grow by 4.5%, leading to an increase in the unemployment rate of 0.6 percentage points. For comparison, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1%, the labor force grow by 0.3%, and unemployment tick up by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective demand in Forest Glen. These five and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local workforce composition to model potential growth. Although overall national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Projecting these industry-specific rates onto the local workforce mix suggests employment in Forest Glen could grow by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes that does not account for localized population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Forest Glen (Qld) is $1,387 a week (about $72,000 a year), with median personal income at $656 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $41,099 a year against an average of $57,317. 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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Based on AreaSearch's compilation of the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for financial year 2023, tax-paying residents of Forest Glen recorded a median income of $41,099 and an average income of $57,317. These figures sit below the national benchmarks and compare to median and average incomes of $53,146 and $66,593 across Regional Qld. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $45,768 for the median and $63,828 for the average as of March 2026. Census findings show that household, family, and individual incomes in Forest Glen are situated between the 20th and 27th percentiles nationwide.
Income distribution statistics indicate that 28.8% of the local population (822 individuals) earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which aligns with broader regional patterns where 31.7% fall into the same bracket. Housing affordability pressure is high, with residents retaining only 82.6% of their income, which ranks in the 26th percentile, while the local SEIFA income index sits in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Forest Glen (Qld) had 635 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 1% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 16% rented and 51% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $500 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,089 a month. Rent absorbs 36.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 34.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in Forest Glen at the time of the last Census consisted of 96.9% separate houses and 3.2% other types of housing, such as townhouses, units, or alternative dwellings, compared to Regional Qld where separate houses made up 76.4% and other formats represented 23.6%. The rate of outright home ownership in Forest Glen was higher than the regional average, standing at 50.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by households with a mortgage (33.1%) or renting occupants (16.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly higher than the Regional Qld average at $2,089, and the median weekly rent stood at $500, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345.
On a national scale, mortgage payments in Forest Glen are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and typical rents are well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Forest Glen (Qld) counted 635 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,095 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 36% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units represent the majority of local households at 73.5%, consisting of 29.4% couples raising children, 35.9% couples without children, and 7.2% single-parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 26.5%, made up of single-person households at 24.9% and group households at 2.5%. The typical household size is 2.5 people, matching the average across Regional Qld.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
20.7% of adults in Forest Glen (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 13.8% with a bachelor degree and 4.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 79% of areas nationally. A further 28.6% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,736 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,117 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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Higher education qualifications in Forest Glen are lower than regional averages, with 20.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally. This difference suggests opportunities for future educational growth and vocational training. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 13.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.9% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational skills are widely held, with 40.8% of residents aged 15+ possessing trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.2%) and certificates (28.6%). Enrollment in education is quite strong, with 27.5% of the local population currently undertaking formal studies.
Within this student group, 9.7% are in primary school, 7.9% are in high school, and 4.2% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Forest Glen (Qld) reaches 9 stops on 2 routes, timetabled for about 260 services a week. The typical home sits about 570 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.4 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 9 active transport stops in Forest Glen, which are serviced by bus connections. These stops accommodate 2 different routes, which provide a total of 256 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 571 meters from their nearest stop. Given the suburban character of the area, most workers travel outside the suburb for work, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 94%. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles. A total of 18.1% of residents work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Local public transport routes average 36 trips daily, which represents roughly 28 weekly passenger services for each individual transit stop.
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66.8% of residents in Forest Glen (Qld) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 86% of areas nationally. 5.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 1.7 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators show favorable outcomes across Forest Glen, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and chronic illness rates, which reveals a very low rate of common medical conditions across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is relatively low, held by approximately 50% of the population (~1,426 people), which compares to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequent health issues reported by local residents were arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 11.2 and 8.0% of the population. Conversely, 66.8% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Health status among working-age residents is standard. The area has 41.0% of its population aged 65 and over (1,171 people), which is higher than the Regional Qld proportion of 20.4%. Health outcomes among older residents are strong, with national rankings matching those of the general public.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Forest Glen (Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 78.2% of residents, with 4.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (35.7%) and Australian (27.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Forest Glen has lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 78.2% of residents born in Australia, 88.4% holding citizenship, and 95.7% using only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 54.1% of the local population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three most common heritages in Forest Glen are English at 35.7% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 29.6%, Australian at 27.1%, and Scottish at 9.2%. There are also minor differences in the representation of other backgrounds: Welsh ancestry accounts for 0.9% in Forest Glen compared to 0.5% regionally, South Australian represents 0.7% compared to 0.5%, and French is recorded at 0.6% compared to 0.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Forest Glen (Qld) is 48, older than 82% of areas nationally. That is 2 years older than at the 2021 Census. 16.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 48, Forest Glen has an older population profile than Regional Qld, where the median is 41, and sits above the national median of 38. The 75 - 84 age bracket is highly represented at 18.9% compared to the region, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 7.7%. This local concentration of residents aged 75 - 84 is higher than the national share of 6.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the median age has increased by 2.1 years from 46 to 48. The proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 grew from 11.6% to 18.9%, and the 65 to 74 cohort rose from 16.2% to 20.4%.
In contrast, the 45 to 54 group fell from 12.4% to 9.5%, and those aged 35 to 44 declined from 12.4% to 9.6%. By 2041, the age structure is projected to shift, with the 75 to 84 cohort expected to grow by 190 people (35%) from 539 to 730. Residents aged 65 and older will account for 60% of all population growth, highlighting local aging trends, while the population aged 15 to 24 is projected to decrease by 14.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Forest Glen (Qld)
8 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 8 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. | ||
| 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 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year 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 Jul 2025. | ||
| 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 — 130 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,657 at the 2021 Census → 2,857 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 (SAL31062). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.