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Granville (Qld) has an estimated 2,689 residents, up from 2,532 at the 2021 Census — a change of 157 people, or 6.2%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 72.0% of that increase. That puts 228 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 assessments of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region and recent residential addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Granville (Qld) has an estimated occupancy of approximately 2,689 residents as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 157 people (6.2%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 2,532 people. This shift is calculated from the resident population of 2,689, which AreaSearch projected by analyzing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) alongside 6 verified new addresses registered after the Census date. This population level corresponds to a density of 227 persons per square kilometer, indicating ample space per individual and capacity for future expansion.
The 6.2% population gain in the suburb of Granville (Qld) since the census is within 2.8 percentage points of the wider SA3 area (9.0%), showing healthy growth dynamics. Population increases in the locality were largely propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 72.0% of the total demographic growth in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes the 2024 population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 area, using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions where this data is unavailable, or for periods after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (utilizing 2021 data) are applied instead. Because the state-level projections do not segment by age brackets, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using proportional weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections based on 2022 data. Looking at future demographic trends for the suburb of Granville (Qld), the population is projected to expand at a rate slightly below the median for non-metropolitan regions in Australia, with aggregated SA2 projections indicating an increase of 167 persons by 2041, representing a total rise of 6.2% over the 16 years.
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21 new dwellings have been approved in Granville (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 4 a year. That is 1.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 1, 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 analysis of ABS building approvals distributed from regional data, the suburb of Granville (Qld) averages about 4 residential approvals annually, with a total of 21 dwellings approved during the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 1 approval recorded so far in FY-26. With an average of 4.8 new occupants per year for every home built over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demand is outstripping new supply, which typically drives up prices and intensifies competition among buyers, while new residences are constructed at an average cost of $340,000, aligning with broader regional trends.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $432,000 have been logged during the current financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the locality. In comparison to the Rest of Qld, building activity in the suburb of Granville (Qld) is significantly lower, tracking at 75.0% below the regional per capita average. This limited volume of new construction typically supports the value and demand of existing housing. This rate also sits below the national average, indicating a mature residential market and potential zoning limits. Current construction activity consists of 60.0% detached homes and 40.0% medium to high-density dwellings, with an increasing variety of townhouses and apartments offering options at multiple price levels, ranging from traditional family residences to cheaper compact options. This marks a notable departure from the established housing stock (which stands at 88.0% houses), driven by a scarcity of buildable sites and changing preferences for lifestyle and affordability. The ratio of 889 people for every building approval highlights a quiet development environment with minimal construction activity. Demographic projections indicate the suburb of Granville (Qld) will add 167 residents by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Should current construction rates persist, the supply of housing may lag behind population growth, which could increase competition among purchasers and bolster price appreciation.
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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 Granville (Qld), worth an estimated $1.26 billion. 10 are already under construction and 7 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and manufacturing. 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 updates to regional infrastructure, key projects, and planning policies. AreaSearch has identified 8 active projects that are expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include the Mary Harbour Development, the Energy Storage Industries (ESI) Battery Manufacturing Facility, the Maryborough Manufactured Home Park Development, and the Homes for Queenslanders - Maryborough Social Housing scheme, with details on the most significant projects provided below.
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Energy Storage Industries (ESI) Battery Manufacturing Facility
Australia's first commercial-scale manufacturing plant for grid-scale iron flow batteries, located in Maryborough in Queensland's Fraser Coast region. The $70 million facility uses iron flow battery technology licensed from Oregon-based ESS Inc, assembling batteries capable of up to 14 hours of energy storage with a 25-year operational life. Construction began in September 2024 with Wide Bay-Burnett contractor IDC Construct as the lead builder. ESI is targeting first battery production by end of 2025, scaling to 200MW per year by 2026 and 400MW per year by 2029 - enough to power a city the size of Toowoomba annually.The project is backed by a $25 million Queensland Government debt and equity investment, $40 million from a UK-based fund, and a further $3 million REFF grant for electrolyte production capacity. When fully operational by mid-2029, the plant will support up to 273 full-time jobs and supply wholesale electricity generators, energy retailers, and commercial and industrial customers across Australia and the Asia-Pacific.
Mary Harbour Development
The Mary Harbour project is a 174-hectare master-planned mixed-use precinct on the Mary River at Granville, Maryborough. The proposal includes a 300-berth marina with a 15-hectare man-made harbour spanning 2km of river frontage, a four-star 100-room resort hotel with conference facilities, a village centre with retail and community spaces, and approximately 1,800 dwellings for an estimated 3,500 residents. A development application was first lodged by MSF Sugar (now owned by Thai conglomerate Mitr Phol) with Fraser Coast Regional Council in 2015.The site is embedded within the Granville Emerging Community Local Plan Code of the Fraser Coast Planning Scheme. As of May 2026, the project remains dormant with no active construction or updated development applications recorded, and the Maryborough Sugar Factory ceased crushing operations in 2020.
Maryborough Manufactured Home Park Development
Approved manufactured home park development featuring 270 residential lots plus commercial and recreational facilities. Supporting affordable housing options and community development in the Maryborough region.
Hyundai Rotem Steel Roll Forming Facility
The Hyundai Rotem Steel Roll Forming Facility is a 30,000 square meter manufacturing plant in Maryborough West, producing sub-components for train car bodies using roll forming technology. It supports the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program by providing essential steel components for 65 new passenger trains, boosting local employment and supply chain in the Wide Bay region.
Homes for Queenslanders - Maryborough Social Housing
Construction of seven new one and two-bedroom social homes on the site of a disused retail space in Maryborough to provide housing for single people, couples, people with disability, and older Queenslanders. Two homes designed to Gold Level accessibility standards under the Social Housing Design Guidelines. Part of the Miles Government's Homes for Queenslanders plan, with federal funding through the Social Housing Accelerator.
Maryborough Fire and Rescue Station
Australia's first mass engineered timber fire station, built using Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) and glulam, replacing the existing station while retaining the brick facade to showcase sustainable construction.
Central Acres Estate
Tinana's newest boutique acreage estate offering 30 prestige acreage home sites ranging from 1 to 5 acres (4,004m2 to 22,730m2), featuring prime pastures, beautiful country outlooks, and convenient access to Maryborough CBD and Hervey Bay beaches.
The Heights Estate
Boutique residential estate offering premium building lots ranging from 608m2 to 835m2 in Tinana, part of the Fraser Coast region. Positioned on high-level land with natural breezes, close to Maryborough town centre and Mary River. Stages 1-5 sold out, Stage 6 expected in August 2026.
1,036 residents of Granville (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 1,116. Unemployment sits at 7.2%, with participation at 49.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,157, 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 suburb of Granville (Qld) has a diverse workforce composed of both blue-collar and white-collar workers, with strong representation in public service sectors, an unemployment rate of 7.2%, and an estimated job growth rate of 11.3% over the prior year, based on AreaSearch compilations of regional statistical data. As of March 2026, 1,036 residents are employed, while the local unemployment rate sits 3.3% higher than the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, showing potential for improvement, and labor participation is notably lower at 49.2% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a modest 5.2% of workers performed their duties from home, though the influence of COVID-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.
The main industries employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. The suburb of Granville (Qld) exhibits a strong concentration in manufacturing, with local employment in this sector reaching 2.0 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services employ only 1.9% of the local workforce, compared to 5.1% in Regional Qld. The largely residential community appears to provide few local employment opportunities, as shown by the comparison of the Census working population against the resident population. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional areas, during the twelve months ending March 2026, local employment grew by 11.3% and the total labor force expanded by 5.3%, leading to a reduction in the unemployment rate by 5.0 percentage points. Meanwhile, Regional Qld recorded job growth of 0.1%, labor force growth of 0.3%, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on prospective demand in the suburb of Granville (Qld). These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been matched with the local industrial profile to model future growth. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by industry. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce composition suggests employment in the suburb of Granville (Qld) is poised to grow by 6.0% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, representing a basic weighting extrapolation for illustration that does not account for local population projections.
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Median household income in Granville (Qld) is $960 a week (about $50,000 a year), with median personal income at $488 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $40,275 a year against an average of $46,498. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Taxpayer income levels in the suburb of Granville (Qld) are below the national average based on the latest 2023 financial year ATO data compiled by AreaSearch. The median income for local taxpayers is $40,275 and the average is $46,498, compared to Regional Qld benchmarks of $53,146 and $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would sit at roughly $44,850 for the median and $51,780 for the average as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Granville (Qld) all ranked between the 2nd and 2nd percentiles across Australia.
Income distribution statistics show the $400 - 799 weekly bracket is the most common, accounting for 33.2% of residents (892 people), whereas the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the most common regionally at 31.7%. Economic conditions suggest widespread financial strain, with 41.3% of households living on modest weekly budgets under $800. After meeting housing costs, residents retain 85.9% of their income, which sits at the 4th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Granville (Qld) had 1,005 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 89% detached houses and 0% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 30% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $239 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,044 a month. Rent absorbs 24.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in the suburb of Granville (Qld) at the time of the latest Census consisted of 88.5% standalone houses and 11.5% alternative dwellings such as townhouses, apartments, or other structures, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Granville (Qld) were significantly higher than the regional average, standing at 43.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (27.1%) or renters (29.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment was substantially lower than the Regional Qld average at $1,044, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $239, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Granville (Qld) are far below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the countrywide average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Granville (Qld) counted 1,005 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,067 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 85% of areas nationally, against 30% couples without children. 31% 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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Family households represent the majority of dwellings at 66.0%, which includes 20.7% couples with children, 29.7% couples without children, and 13.4% single parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 34.0%, with single-person households representing 31.3% and group housing comprising 3.0% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
6.8% of adults in Granville (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 5.6% with a bachelor degree and 0.7% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 95% of areas nationally. A further 33.4% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 217 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 912 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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The region presents educational challenges, as university graduation rates (6.8%) are notably below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a hurdle and a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 5.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (0.7%) and graduate diplomas (0.5%). Vocational and technical skills are common, with 41.9% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.5%) and certificates (33.4%). School enrollment is high, with 26.3% of residents actively participating in formal study. This cohort includes 10.4% in primary schools, 9.1% in high schools, and 1.7% enrolled in higher education courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Granville (Qld) means driving: households keep an average of 1.3 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport data shows 20 active transit stops operating within the suburb of Granville (Qld), consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 1 separate routes, which provide a total of 40 weekly passenger services. Transport accessibility is classified as good, with residents living an average of 248 meters from their nearest transit stop. Being a mainly residential area, the majority of working residents travel outside the suburb for employment, and cars remain the primary method of travel at 94%. Households own an average of 1.3 vehicles, which is lower than the regional average.
A relatively low 5.2% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect the influence of COVID-19 conditions. Transit service frequency averages 5 runs per day across all available routes, which translates to approximately 2 weekly trips for each individual stop.
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50.1% of residents in Granville (Qld) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 95% of areas nationally. 12.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 45.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 8.0 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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Substantial health difficulties are apparent in the suburb of Granville (Qld), according to AreaSearch analyses of mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, which impact both younger and older residents, while the level of private health insurance is exceptionally low at approximately 46% of the population (~1,226 people). This compares to a private coverage rate of 52.5% across Regional Qld and a national benchmark of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions in the community are arthritis and mental health disorders, affecting 12.4 and 12.2% of residents respectively, while 50.1% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic illness rates. Residents aged 65 and over make up 25.9% of the population (696 people), which exceeds the Regional Qld figure of 20.4%. Health outcomes among older residents present some difficulties, with national rankings generally matching those of the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Granville (Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 92.0% of residents, with 1.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.1%) and Australian (31.5%). 4.1% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Granville (Qld) exhibits below-average cultural diversity, with 90.3% of the population holding citizenship, 92.0% born in Australia, and 98.1% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 52.4% of the population in the suburb of Granville (Qld), compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Looking at ancestral backgrounds (parental country of birth), the three most common groups in the suburb of Granville (Qld) are English at 33.1%, Australian at 31.5% (which is notably higher than the regional average of 26.5%), and German at 8.2%.
There are also distinct variations in the proportions of other ethnic backgrounds: Australian Aboriginal residents are overrepresented at 4.1% of the population (compared to 3.9% regionally), Korean residents stand at 0.1% (compared to 0.2%), and Maori residents account for 0.3% (compared to 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Granville (Qld) is 47, older than 88% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 22.8% 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 median age of 47 years in the suburb of Granville (Qld) is notably higher than the Regional Qld median of 41 and significantly older than the national benchmark of 38. Compared to the Regional Qld distribution, the 65 - 74 age group is overrepresented (13.1% locally), while the 25 - 34 cohort is underrepresented (9.7%). Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 11.0% to 13.1% of the population, and the 0 to 4 group grew from 3.9% to 5.7%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 12.3% to 9.7% and the 65 to 74 bracket fell from 15.2% to 13.1%.
Demographic projections indicate the age structure of the suburb of Granville (Qld) will shift by 2041. The 25 to 34 age bracket is expected to experience significant growth, increasing by 83 people (32%) from 260 to 344, while population declines are anticipated for the 65 to 74 and 55 to 64 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Granville (Qld)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 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 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 6 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,532 at the 2021 Census → 2,689 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 (SAL31228). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.