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Goodwood (SA) has an estimated 3,088 residents, up from 2,823 at the 2021 Census — a change of 265 people, or 9.4%. Growth has averaged 1.3% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 99.0% of that increase. That puts 3,357 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 AreaSearch's evaluation of regional ABS population statistics and post-Census address validations, the suburb of Goodwood (SA) has an estimated resident count of 3,088 as of Aug 2026. This marks an expansion of 265 people (9.4%) from the 2,823 people recorded in the 2021 Census. AreaSearch established this figure by examining the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside 3 validated new addresses registered following the Census date. With 3,356 persons per square kilometer, the locality's population density sits within the top quartile of national areas assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb of Goodwood (SA) outpaced both the SA3 area (5.4%) and the wider state with its 9.4% post-2021 Census growth rate, positioning it as an area outperforming its region in expansion.
Recent population gains were predominantly underpinned by net overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 99.0% of the overall increase. Projections utilised by AreaSearch incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia models published in 2024 (taking 2022 as their baseline year) for local SA2 zones. When SA2 data is unavailable, or for projections extending beyond post-2032, figures reference the SA State Government's 2023 age-profile projections (derived from 2021 data) via weighted population aggregation scaling from LGA to SA2 divisions. Looking ahead, future population increases for the suburb of Goodwood (SA) are anticipated to sit just beneath the median benchmark of areas evaluated by AreaSearch, with projections indicating an addition of 238 persons by 2041 across the SA2 tier, representing a cumulative 7.7% increase across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
100 new dwellings have been approved in Goodwood (SA) over the past five years, an average of 20 a year. That places the area in the 70th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 28 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 39% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 60, 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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Examining ABS residential approvals distributed across statistical boundaries, AreaSearch notes an average annual addition of roughly 20 new homes in Goodwood, yielding approximately 100 approved dwellings over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 through FY-25, alongside 60 approvals during FY-25 to date. Over that same 5 financial years period (between FY-21 and FY-25), the suburb absorbed an average of 2 new residents per built dwelling, underscoring stable buyer interest favorable to property pricing. The average construction value of approved dwellings stands at $469,000, tracking somewhat higher than regional standards to reflect a focus on superior build standards.
Concurrently, non-residential commercial approvals reached $3.2 million in the current financial year, reinforcing the predominantly suburban fabric of the neighborhood. Relative to Greater Adelaide on a per-capita basis, Goodwood records 147.0% higher building approval volume, expanding prospective buyer options. Medium-to-high density structures such as townhouses and apartments make up 61.0% of current building activity, with standalone houses representing 39.0%. This shift toward denser residential options presents entry points for downsizers, first-home purchasers, and investors alike. Furthermore, this dynamic diverges markedly from the prevailing housing stock (where houses account for 59.0%), highlighting limited vacant land alongside changing lifestyle needs and price considerations. The current ratio of roughly 71 people per approval underscores an active residential development environment. Longer-term demographic forecasts indicate Goodwood will expand by 238 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release. Current construction momentum indicates that future residential delivery is well-positioned to satisfy incoming demand, creating favorable market conditions for purchasers and potentially supporting growth above baseline estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Goodwood (SA)
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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 Goodwood (SA). A further 16 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $242 million. 5 are already under construction and 3 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation 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 capital projects, strategic planning policies, and public works initiatives play a pivotal role in shaping community development. AreaSearch has highlighted 2 projects anticipated to influence the local area. Prominent undertakings encompass The Locale (Forestville Project), Goodwood Oval Sporting Precinct Revitalisation, SA Water Capital Work Delivery Contracts 2024-28, along with the SA Housing Trust Maintenance Contracts Review and Service Program, with primary local schemes outlined below.
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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.
Goodwood Oval Sporting Precinct Revitalisation
The revitalisation of Goodwood Oval Sporting Precinct will create a modern, safe and inclusive space that fosters local sport, community wellbeing, youth development, and honours the service and spirit of the local community.
Forestville Reserve Archway Upgrades (Mike Turtur Bikeway Upgrade)
Upgrades to the heritage-listed Forestville Reserve Archways and related infrastructure to improve safety and amenity for pedestrians and cyclists as part of the Mike Turtur Bikeway and Marino Rocks Greenway improvements. The project includes widening two archways under the tram overpass from 1.8m to 5m, realigning and widening the Shared Use Path over Brownhill Creek to 3.5m, installing a new pedestrian path with safety railing, refreshing the existing subway and ramps (lighting, safety mirrors, CCTV, drainage, non-slip surface, re-painting).Major works started June 30, 2025, with completion by March 2026. The original plan for a bikeway overpass was put on hold due to community concerns about tree impacts.
Unley 108 Apartments
Catcorp's project features a seven-storey mixed-use tower with residential units and a commercial space in Unley.
Unley Road Public Realm Streetscape Upgrade
Council project to revitalise Unley Road between Park Street and Thomas Street. Works include new street furniture, planting beds, way-finding signage, and renewal of footpaths and kerbing.
Wayville Reserve Upgrade
The Wayville Reserve, including the playspace, will be upgraded as part of the Council's program to revitalise community open spaces. The project is separated into stages due to the Brown Hill - Keswick Creek upgrade work. Stage 1 will focus on the play area, featuring improved sightlines and entrances with custom park signage, a wider range of new play equipment for various ages and play types with new softfall, and new seating under shade trees for relaxation and socializing.Open lawn areas will remain for active uses, framed by garden beds, and planting near the creek will include wetland plants to enhance wildlife habitat and biodiversity, as well as filter stormwater runoff. The existing path network will be repaved for improved accessibility.
400 Fullarton Road Residential Development
Construction of a three-storey residential flat building comprising 13 residential apartments with associated basement and ground-level car parking, landscaping, and tree removal works. The development application was assessed and granted planning consent under the South Australian Planning and Design Code via the PlanSA portal for the City of Burnside.
1,980 residents of Goodwood (SA) are employed, from a labour force of 2,023. Unemployment sits at 2.1%, with participation at 75.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,793, about 90% 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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A highly qualified labor force characterizes Goodwood, where corporate and professional roles feature prominently, joblessness sits at a modest 2.1%, and annual employment expanded by an estimated 6.8% per AreaSearch statistical modelling. As of March 2026, employed locals tally 1,980, with an unemployment level 1.7% lower than the Greater Adelaide figure of 3.8%. Labor force engagement is particularly elevated at 75.3%, exceeding Greater Adelaide's 66.4%. Census figures showed 16.0% of workers operating from home, though period-specific Covid-19 restrictions should be considered. The primary employment sectors among local workers are health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training.
Professional & technical activities represent a notable local specialization, commanding a market share 1.7 times the broader regional benchmark. Conversely, building and construction accounts for only 4.2% of the local workforce compared to 8.7% across the region. A comparison between local resident employment figures and active job numbers in the Census suggests a substantial volume of workers commute outside the area for employment. According to AreaSearch's compilation of ABS and SALM metrics across broader districts, both employment and the overall labor pool expanded by 6.8% over the past 12-month period, preserving a steady rate of unemployment. In comparison, Greater Adelaide experienced a 4.2% lift in employment and a 4.0% increase in the labor force, while its unemployment rate contracted by 0.2 percentage points. Longer-term workforce expectations can also be drawn from Jobs and Skills Australia's Mar-26 national employment projections. Extrapolating these five- and ten-year nationwide models onto the local industry distribution provides insight into local workforce shifts. Nationwide employment is anticipated to climb by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, though trajectories diverge by sector. Applying these industry weightings to Goodwood's profile points to theoretical local employment growth of 7.1% over five years and 14.6% over ten years (noting this serves as an illustrative extrapolation without factoring in specific local demographic forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Goodwood (SA) is $1,918 a week (about $100,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,006 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,779 a year against an average of $88,747. The average runs 46% 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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Based on ATO individual tax return statistics for financial year 2023 published at postcode level by AreaSearch, typical taxpayer earnings in the suburb of Goodwood show a median of $60,779 and an average of $88,747. These figures rank substantially above nationwide figures and outpace Greater Adelaide's median ($54,808) and average ($66,852). Factoring in a 10.17% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $66,960 for median income and $97,773 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed individual earnings at the 79th percentile ($1,006 weekly), with household income at the 60th percentile.
A total of 988 individuals (32.0% of local earners) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, closely aligning with the regional rate of 31.8%. Residual income after residential housing costs stands at 85.8%, placing the suburb within the 8th decile of SEIFA socio-economic income indexes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Goodwood (SA) had 1,208 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 59% detached houses and 25% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 36% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $355 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 18.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census, the local housing landscape in Goodwood comprised 58.9% detached houses alongside 41.1% attached or multi-unit dwellings (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and other residential types), differing from the Adelaide metro split of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwelling types. Full home ownership stood higher than the metropolitan benchmark at 34.9%, while remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (28.9%) or occupied by tenants (36.3%). Typical monthly mortgage commitments averaged $2,167 in Goodwood, noticeably above the Adelaide metro median of $1,562, whereas median weekly rent was $355 compared to $320 regionally.
Looking nationally, Goodwood's mortgage costs outstrip the Australian norm of $1,863, while local rental costs track slightly below the national standard of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Goodwood (SA) counted 1,208 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,321 today, averaging 2.2 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the primary living arrangement across the area at 63.2% of total households, consisting of 27.9% couples without children, 25.5% couples with children, and 7.9% single parent families. The remaining 36.8% consists of non-family living situations, led by single-person dwellings at 30.6% and shared group households at 6.5%. With a median size of 2.2 people per home, households track slightly below the Greater Adelaide benchmark of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
54.2% of adults in Goodwood (SA) hold a university qualification, including 32.1% with a bachelor degree and 16.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 85% of areas nationally. A further 10.7% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 717 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,127 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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Tertiary attainment in Goodwood is exceptionally prominent, with 54.2% of persons aged 15+ holding higher education credentials, significantly exceeding the 28.9% recorded across Greater Adelaide and 25.7% throughout SA. This elevated educational profile provides a strong foundation for professional, knowledge-based industries. Undergraduate degrees form the largest segment at 32.1%, followed by postgraduate study at 16.2% and graduate diplomas at 5.9%. Technical and vocational training encompasses 20.0% of residents aged 15+, divided between certificates (10.7%) and advanced diplomas (9.3%). Participation across learning institutions remains robust, with 27.3% of the community undertaking formal study.
Within this group, university and higher learning accounts for 8.6%, primary schooling represents 8.0%, and secondary education comprises 5.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Goodwood (SA) reaches 15 stops on 23 routes, timetabled for about 3,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 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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Commuter transport within Goodwood is supported by 15 active transit stations and stops across a combined network of train, lightrail and buses. These stations accommodate 23 individual routes providing a cumulative total of 3,297 weekly passenger trips. Public transit access is convenient, with typical walking distances of 203 meters to the nearest stop. Given the suburban nature of the area, most workers travel outward, with private vehicles serving as the primary mode of travel for 69% of commuters, alongside 8% by bike and 7% by bus. Vehicle density averages 1.0 per dwelling, below regional figures.
Additionally, 16.0% of workers indicated working from home during the 2021 Census, potentially influenced by COVID-19 pandemic conditions. Transit service across all routes delivers an average volume of 471 trips per day, translating to roughly 219 weekly trips per transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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70.4% of residents in Goodwood (SA) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 78% of areas nationally. 4.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 62.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators across Goodwood demonstrate positive overall wellness based on AreaSearch evaluations of chronic illnesses and mortality trends, with lower occurrences of common health disorders across every demographic bracket. Private health insurance coverage is notably widespread, held by approximately 62% of all residents (1,914 people), well above the 52.7% observed across Greater Adelaide and the nationwide average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions represent the most frequently reported diagnoses in the locality, affecting 7.1% and 9.3% of residents respectively. Conversely, 70.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical diagnoses, outperforming Greater Adelaide's 67.9%.
Health outcomes for residents under the age of 65 track ahead of wider norms. Residents aged 65 and over make up 18.9% of the local population (583 people), with older cohorts displaying strong overall vitality and national health standing consistent with the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
28.2% of Goodwood (SA) residents were born overseas and 21.7% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (25.9%) and Australian (19.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural variety in Goodwood exceeds that of most comparable residential areas, with overseas-born individuals representing 28.2% of the population and 21.7% of households using a primary language other than English at home. Christianity stands as the predominant faith, comprising 37.4% of local residents. Hinduism registers a notable presence at 2.7% locally, relative to 2.8% throughout Greater Adelaide. Evaluating parental country of origin, the three leading ancestries recorded across Goodwood are English (25.9%), Australian (19.5%), and Other (9.0%). Clear variations also appear among other cultural backgrounds, with Greek ancestry representing 5.3% locally (compared to 2.0% regionally), Polish at 1.7% (compared to 1.0%), and Russian at 0.6% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Goodwood (SA) is 40. 27.6% 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 demographic profile of Goodwood skews younger when compared to Greater Adelaide overall. In estimates through August 2026, working-age adults aged 25 - 44 account for 33.5% of the local community, higher than Greater Adelaide's 28.9%, whereas youth and children aged 0 - 24 represent 23.6% compared to 29.0% regionally. The estimated median age sits at 40, remaining steady with the 2021 Census result and tracking 1 year older than Greater Adelaide's 39 from that same Census. The 25 - 44 adult cohort has increased its demographic share from 30.9% at the Census to an estimated 33.5%.
Looking ahead to 2041, senior demographics aged 65+ are expected to lead overall growth, adding 191 residents (33%) to reach 775.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Goodwood (SA)
8 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 3 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (2,823 at the 2021 Census → 3,088 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 (SAL40520). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.