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Fullarton has an estimated 4,618 residents, up from 4,500 at the 2021 Census — a change of 118 people, or 2.6%. That puts 3,421 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to investigations of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region, combined with fresh street addresses verified by AreaSearch subsequent to the Census, Fullarton's population is estimated at around 4,618 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 118 people (2.6%) since the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,500 people. This shift is derived from the resident population of 4,616, projected by AreaSearch after analyzing the most recent ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) along with an additional 19 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This population size corresponds to a density ratio of 3,420 persons per square kilometer, which places it in the top quartile compared to national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Throughout the past ten years, Fullarton has shown stable growth patterns with a 0.6% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the SA3 area. Population expansion for the locality was chiefly propelled by overseas migration, which served as almost the sole driver of population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 areas omitted from this dataset, and for any years after 2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age group, published in 2023 and utilizing 2021 data, are implemented with modifications made through a system of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Taking into account the projected demographic movements, a population rise slightly below the median of statistical areas assessed by AreaSearch is anticipated, with the area projected to grow by 558 persons to 2041 based on compiled SA2-level projections, representing a total rise of 12.0% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
71 new dwellings have been approved in Fullarton over the past five years, an average of 14 a year. That is 3.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 16, broadly in line with 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 investigations of ABS building approval statistics, distributed from statistical area data, Fullarton has registered around 14 new homes approved annually, amounting to an estimated 71 homes over the past 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 so far, 15 approvals have been registered. With an average of only 0.3 new residents per year per dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), new supply matches or exceeds demand, providing buyers with extensive options and building capacity for population growth beyond current projections, while new homes are being constructed at an average value of $879,000, indicating that developers are focusing on the premium market sector with higher-end properties.
Furthermore, $11.0 million in commercial approvals have been logged this financial year, showing consistent commercial investment activity. In comparison to Greater Adelaide, Fullarton features equivalent development levels (per person), supporting market stability in alignment with regional patterns. This is also lower than national averages, reflecting market maturity and indicating potential development constraints. Recent construction consists of 62.0% detached dwellings and 38.0% townhouses or apartments, with a diversifying combination of townhouses and apartments offering choices across various price ranges, from family homes to more affordable compact living. At around 288 people per approval, Fullarton represents a low density area. Looking forward, Fullarton is projected to expand by 556 residents through to 2041 (starting from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Building activity is keeping pace with growth forecasts, although buyers might face increased competition as the population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Fullarton. A further 13 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $435 million. 4 are already under construction and 2 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and health & medical. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local performance is heavily shaped by developments in local infrastructure, key projects, and planning strategies. In total, 7 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to affect the area. Major developments include 12-16 Glen Osmond Road Mixed-Use Development, Highgate Village Streetscape Upgrade, 23 Riverdale Road Residential Development, and 322-324 Fullarton Road Townhouses, with the subsequent list detailing those expected to hold the greatest relevance.
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Unley Central
A transformative 150 million dollar mixed-use precinct on the former Target site. The nine-storey development integrates 130 luxury apartments with a diverse commercial hub including a six-screen boutique cinema, supermarkets, cafes, and medical services. As South Australia's first fully integrated mixed-use development on a single site, it provides significant local employment and modernizes the Unley Road corridor.
Regis Aged Care Parkside
Construction of a five-storey residential aged care facility (supported accommodation) comprising 156 accommodation units with ancillary communal areas, solar photovoltaic panels, water tanks, car parking, and landscaping. The site, formerly approved for a mixed-use development, was acquired and repurposed by Regis Aged Care.
Highgate Village Streetscape Upgrade
Stage 1 upgrade of the Highgate Village Business Precinct, including new footpath paving, garden beds, street furniture, shade trees, and improved pedestrian access.
23 Riverdale Road Residential Development
Land Division (Torrens Title) to create 3 allotments from 1 existing allotment, construct 2 two-storey semi-detached dwellings with garages and verandahs and 1 two-storey storey detached dwelling with verandah and garage on boundary and combined fencing and retaining walls up to 2.6m in height.
Ridge Park Master Plan
The City of Unley commenced the Master Plan process to explore the community's vision for Ridge Park and guide future improvements. The Plan's focus is improving junior sport services for a range of local clubs, schools, and associations. Council is also looking to strengthen the biodiversity and environmental values of the Park and to improving stormwater harvesting and reuse.
322-324 Fullarton Road Townhouses
Collection of 10 luxurious two-storey townhouses with flexible floor plan options, modern design features, and Bosch kitchen appliances. Located in high-demand Fullarton suburb with easy access to amenities.
Unley 108 Apartments
Catcorp's project features a seven-storey mixed-use tower with residential units and a commercial space in Unley.
400 Fullarton Road Residential Development
Construct a three storey residential flat building containing thirteen (13) dwellings, and remove Significant Tree (Fiddlewood)
2,340 residents of Fullarton are employed, from a labour force of 2,422. Unemployment sits at 3.4%, with participation at 61.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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Fullarton possesses a highly educated labor force, with professional services showing high representation, an unemployment rate of only 3.4%, and 3.9% in estimated employment growth over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,340 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.4% below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%, and labor force participation is somewhat below standard (61.6% compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.6%). Based on Census responses, a moderate 15.5% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be taken into account.
Employment among residents is centered in health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. The area exhibits particularly strong specialization in professional & technical, with an employment share of 1.7 times the regional level. In contrast, construction employs just 5.5% of local workers, below Greater Adelaide's 8.7%. The ratio of 0.6 workers for each resident, as at the Census, indicates a level of local employment opportunities above the norm. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, compiled from broader statistical areas, the 12-month period saw employment increasing by 3.9% alongside labor force increasing by 4.0%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.1 percentage points. This differs from Greater Adelaide, where employment rose by 4.2%, the labor force grew by 4.0%, and unemployment fell 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Fullarton. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Fullarton's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.2% over five years and 14.8% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localized population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Fullarton is $1,686 a week (about $88,000 a year), with median personal income at $846 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,472 a year against an average of $84,361. The average runs 58% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The suburb of Fullarton's income level is among the highest in Australia according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The suburb of Fullarton's median income among taxpayers is $53,472 and the average income stands at $84,361, which compares to figures for Greater Adelaide's of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $58,910 (median) and $92,941 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes in Fullarton cluster around the 52nd percentile nationally.
Income analysis reveals the largest segment comprises 27.5% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (1,269 residents), consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region showing 31.8% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 84.7% of income remaining, ranking at the 47th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Fullarton had 1,776 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 50% detached houses and 21% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $345 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 20.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling structure within Fullarton, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 49.5% houses and 50.5% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Adelaide metro's 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Fullarton was beyond that of Adelaide metro, at 35.3%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (30.3%) or rented (34.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Adelaide metro average at $2,000, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $345, compared to Adelaide metro's $1,562 and $320.
Nationally, Fullarton's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are less than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Fullarton counted 1,776 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 35% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the majority of homes at 61.3%, consisting of 27.9% couples with children, 24.1% couples without children, and 8.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 38.7%, with single person homes at 35.4% and group households making up 3.2% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.3 people is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
49.5% of adults in Fullarton hold a university qualification, including 30.4% with a bachelor degree and 14.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 88% of areas nationally. A further 10.8% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 165 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,120 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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Academic achievement in Fullarton considerably exceeds regional averages, with 49.5% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 25.7% in SA and 28.9% in Greater Adelaide. This major educational advantage positions the area well for knowledge-intensive fields. Bachelor degrees constitute the largest share at 30.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (14.4%) and graduate diplomas (4.7%). Vocational streams make up 21.3% of credentials among those aged 15+ – advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (10.8%). Academic participation is exceptionally strong, with 30.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal studies. This comprises 10.3% in primary education, 8.9% in tertiary studies, and 6.6% completing secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Fullarton reaches 10 stops on 23 routes, timetabled for about 1,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport assessment shows 10 active transit stops running within Fullarton, consisting of a mix of buses. These stops are served by 23 individual routes, collectively supplying 1,328 weekly passenger journeys. Transport connectivity is classified as good, with residents typically situated 234 meters from the nearest transit stop. As a primarily residential community, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 78%, with 11% by bus and 4% cycling. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per dwelling, below the regional average. Some 15.5% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).
Transit frequency averages 189 trips per day across all routes, translating to approximately 132 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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66.5% of residents in Fullarton report no long-term health condition. 8.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 60.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.2 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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Fullarton's health statistics align closely with national averages, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness prevalence, with standard health issues somewhat common among both younger and older cohorts, and the percentage of private medical insurance found to be exceptionally high at approximately 60% of the total population (2,784 people). This compares to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide. The most frequent medical diagnoses in the area were determined to be arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 8.8 and 8.8% of residents, respectively, while 66.5% indicated they were entirely free of medical issues compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
The under-65 population exhibits better than average health outcomes. The area has 27.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,251 people), which is higher than the 19.2% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
30.5% of Fullarton residents were born overseas and 23.7% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.1%) and Australian (20.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Fullarton displays greater cultural diversity than the vast majority of local areas, with 30.5% of its population born overseas and 23.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The predominant religion in Fullarton is Christianity, which accounts for 45.7% of local residents. However, the most notable overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide. Regarding parent birthplaces, the three most common ancestry groups in Fullarton are English at 27.1% of the population, Australian at 20.1% of the population, and Other at 9.7% of the population.
Furthermore, there are significant variations in the representation of other ethnic communities: Sri Lankan is notably overrepresented at 0.7% of Fullarton (compared to 0.2% regionally), German at 5.5% (compared to 5.1%) and Greek at 2.6% (compared to 2.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Fullarton is 43, older than 76% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 25.0% 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 43-year median age in Fullarton is significantly above Greater Adelaide's average of 39 similarly considerably older than Australia's 38 years. Relative to Greater Adelaide, Fullarton has a higher concentration of 85+ residents (6.5%) but fewer 25 - 34 year-olds (11.5%). Following the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 10.9% to 13.5% of the population, while the 25 to 34 cohort increased from 10.0% to 11.5%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 11.8% to 10.1%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections reveal significant shifts in Fullarton's age structure.
Leading the demographic shift, the 85+ group will grow by 64% (192 people), reaching 493 from 300. Notably, the combined 65+ age groups will account for 62% of total population growth, reflecting the area's aging demographic profile. In contrast, both 65 to 74 and 5 to 14 age groups will see reduced numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Fullarton
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 3 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated 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 — 19 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,500 at the 2021 Census → 4,618 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 (SAL40469). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.