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Heatley has an estimated 4,042 residents, up from 3,907 at the 2021 Census — a change of 135 people, or 3.5%. That puts 1,991 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 analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census the suburb of Heatley's population is estimated at around 4,042 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 135 people (3.5%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 3,907 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 4,023, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and address validation since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,991 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
Population growth for the suburb of Heatley was primarily driven by natural growth that contributed approximately 52.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Moving forward with demographic trends, over this period, projections indicate a decline in overall population, with the suburb of Heatley's population expected to reduce by 167 persons by 2041 according to this methodology. However, growth across specific age cohorts is anticipated, led by the 85 and over age group, which is projected to grow by 84 people. See the age section for more details.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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In Heatley, building activity is extremely quiet with only one new home approved on an annual basis, totaling 6 approvals over a five-year period. Such low numbers of starts highlight the non-urban character of the locality, where construction tends to be triggered by specific local residential requirements rather than wider market demand. It is worth noting that with such minor approval volumes, year-on-year growth rates and comparisons can shift dramatically due to single projects. Heatley displays much lower levels of building activity than the Rest of Qld, with development rates also tracking well underneath national benchmarks.
Recent residential construction is composed entirely of standalone houses, reflecting an emphasis on family properties tailored to buyers looking for a rural lifestyle and open space. Developers are opting to build these classic houses at a higher rate than the existing housing stock profile would suggest, which was 84.0% at the Census, indicating that demand for family homes remains robust despite broader pressure toward higher density. The area averages roughly 4012 individuals for every residential approval, pointing to an established real estate market. Given that demographic forecasts indicate a stable or contracting population, Heatley is anticipated to experience reduced pressure on housing demand, which should prove advantageous for prospective purchasers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 35 current infrastructure and development projects close to Heatley, worth an estimated $10.6 billion. 15 are already under construction and 7 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Changes to local infrastructure, major development projects, and urban planning schemes have a significant impact on local performance. In total, 4 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to influence this area. Significant projects include the Garbutt - Upper Ross Road (Riverway Drive) Stage 2 Duplication, the Townsville University Hospital Expansion, the Kirwan Police Complex, and the Kirwan Health Campus Expansion, with the details of the most relevant developments listed below.
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Garbutt - Upper Ross Road (Riverway Drive) Stage 2 Duplication
Stage 2 upgrades a 3.1 km section of Riverway Drive in Kelso, Townsville, including widening a 1.6 km section between Allambie Lane and Hammond Way to four lanes, plus median treatments and right turn improvements on the remaining 1.5 km to Dunlop Street. The project also delivers new and upgraded signalised intersections at Rosewood/Buunong Avenue, Yut Fay Avenue and Ponti Road, along with active transport links and bus stop upgrades. Construction started on 30 September 2024 and is expected to finish by mid-2027, weather and construction conditions permitting.The project supports more than 140 local jobs and serves around 17,000 motorists daily, targeting safety, network reliability and congestion relief for the Upper Ross growth area.
Kirwan Health Campus Expansion
A 45.2 million dollar expansion and redevelopment of the Kirwan Health Campus. The project includes a new two-story facility and refurbishment of existing buildings to expand outpatient pre-natal and post-natal care (midwifery) and oral health services. It also involves upgrading the existing car park and installing technology for TeleHealth services.
Kirwan Health Campus Expansion
A 45.2 million dollar expansion of the Kirwan Health Campus involving the construction of a new two-storey Green Star-rated building and refurbishment of existing facilities. The project doubles the capacity for oral health services and significantly expands pre-natal and post-natal midwifery clinics. Key features include a new chiller plant, a 120-bay car park, and upgraded TeleHealth infrastructure to support clinical services for the growing North Queensland population.
Townsville University Hospital Expansion
A major staged expansion of Townsville University Hospital under the Queensland Government's Hospital Rescue Plan. The expansion will deliver at least 165 new overnight beds, additional operating theatres including a hybrid theatre, an expanded Emergency Department, satellite imaging facilities, an upgraded coronary care unit, a new rehab therapy unit and a rooftop integrated helipad. Stage 1A scope includes a new two-storey building on the Eastern Campus with 112 sub-acute beds, medical imaging and outpatient services, plus a three-storey refurbishment of the North Block adding 28 intensive and critical care beds and increased emergency capacity.Following the removal of Best Practice Industry Conditions in late 2024, Stage 2 was returned to market. The masterplan was finalised in December 2025 with Stage 1 now fast-tracked for completion in 2028. Registrations of Interest opened in November 2025 and a managing contractor for the next stage is expected to be appointed in 2026. Early works including a temporary helipad, additional staff parking and a new multi-storey carpark (more than 1,000 spaces, delivered by Hutchinson Builders, due 2029) are progressing alongside an eastern campus carpark expansion by Shamrock Civil.
Army Aviation Program of Works - RAAF Base Townsville
A AUD 700 million Defence infrastructure upgrade at RAAF Base Townsville and the Townsville Field Training Area to support the Australian Army AH-64E Apache fleet and expanded aviation operations. Works include new and refurbished aircraft hangars, command and working accommodation, training facilities, simulator facilities, maintenance and refuelling infrastructure, explosive ordnance areas, airfield upgrades and multi-storey car parking. The program supports relocation of 1st Aviation Regiment from Darwin and 16th Aviation Brigade Headquarters from Brisbane. Construction is underway, CPB Contractors is the managing contractor, and works are expected to be completed by 2028.
Willowbank Estate
Residential land estate by Parkside Land on Willowbank Drive at the top end of Kirwan, adjacent to the Tropics Golf Club and Willows golf course precinct, within the City of Townsville. The estate integrates over 50 hectares of formal and informal parkland with an extensive network of bike, walking, and bushland hiking trails, plus cricket fields, a basketball court, and children's playgrounds. A new limited land release is being brought to market, with the developer's official estate page confirming a premium elevated position offering mountain views.Expressions of interest are open for the new stage after the estate's earlier release sold out.
Cranbrook Social Housing Development
A proposed social housing complex in Cranbrook, Townsville, aimed at providing affordable accommodation with around 40 units to support low-income residents. Community feedback is being sought, and local residents have expressed concerns about the development.
Willows Shopping Centre Redevelopment
Major redevelopment and expansion of Willows Shopping Centre including new fresh food precinct and introduction of ALDI, TK Maxx, and Planet Fitness. Centre sold for $212 million in 2024 featuring 44,507sqm GLA on 15.39-hectare site.
1,604 residents of Heatley are employed, from a labour force of 1,799. Unemployment sits at 10.8%, with participation at 53.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,451, about 85% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce shows a relatively equal distribution between professional and manual occupations, with a strong representation in public service sectors, alongside an unemployment rate of 10.8% according to aggregated regional statistics. In the month of March 2026, there were 1,604 employed residents, representing an unemployment rate that exceeds Regional Qld's rate of 3.9% by 6.9%, which indicates room for improvement, while labor force participation is notably lower at 53.7% compared to the 64.3% recorded across Regional Qld. Census records indicate that a minimal 5.2% of the working population operated from home, though the influence of pandemic lockdowns should be kept in mind.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food services. Public administration & safety shows a particularly high concentration locally, with its share of employment reaching 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, the agriculture, forestry & fishing sector has no presence at all, recording no local employment compared to 4.5% across the region. Comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests this residential pocket offers few local jobs. An analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from the surrounding region indicates that for the year ending March 2026, the local workforce shrank by 1.9% and total employment fell by 3.4%, leading to a 1.4 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This is in contrast to Regional Qld, which recorded a 0.1% rise in employment and a 0.3% expansion of the labor force, resulting in a minor 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context regarding future demand. These five and ten-year projections have been mapped against the local industry profile to estimate potential growth. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary widely by industry. Projecting these national sectoral trends onto the local workforce distribution suggests employment in the area could rise by 6.2% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted projection for illustration and does not incorporate local demographic forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Heatley is $1,266 a week (about $66,000 a year), with median personal income at $662 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $44,190 a year against an average of $52,235. 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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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics for the 2023 financial year, local incomes are below national benchmarks, showing a median income of $44,190 and an average income of $52,235. By comparison, Regional Qld recorded a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current local figures are estimated to be approximately $49,210 for the median and $58,169 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places household, family, and personal incomes in this area between the 18th and 21st percentiles nationwide.
Looking at income distribution, 31.8% of residents (1,285 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which is very similar to the regional proportion of 31.7%. Housing affordability is a significant issue, with residents retaining only 84.3% of their income, placing the area in the 19th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Heatley had 1,516 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 84% detached houses and 0% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $280 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 22.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The local housing profile at the last Census showed that standalone houses accounted for 84.0% of properties, while 16.0% consisted of alternative housing types like semi-detached dwellings or apartments, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates stood at 31.3%, slightly trailing the regional average, with the remaining properties divided between those with a mortgage (33.8%) and rental homes (34.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,300 was far lower than the Regional Qld average, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $280, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively.
On a national level, local mortgage costs are considerably below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also much lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Heatley counted 1,516 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 84% of areas nationally, against 24% couples without children. 32% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 65.0%, which is composed of couples with children at 20.9%, couples without children at 23.9%, and single parent households at 17.6%. The remaining 35.0% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 31.8% and shared group houses at 3.6%. The median household size is 2.4 people, slightly below the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.5% of adults in Heatley hold a university qualification, including 10.3% with a bachelor degree and 1.5% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 94% of areas nationally. A further 29.9% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,170 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 851 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 educational attainment in the area is lower than average, with university graduation rates at 13.5% sitting well below the national mark of 30.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted educational programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.3%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.7% and postgraduate degrees at 1.5%. Vocational training is much more prominent, with 38.5% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.6% and certificates at 29.9%. Student enrollment levels are high, with 29.4% of the local population currently engaged in study.
This group includes 10.8% attending primary school, 9.3% in secondary school, and 4.0% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Heatley reaches 17 stops on 3 routes, timetabled for about 300 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.2 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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An analysis of local transit options shows 17 active bus stops operating in the area. These stops are serviced by 3 separate routes, which combine to support 300 passenger journeys each week. Public transit access is rated highly, with homes located an average of 210 meters from the nearest stop. Because the area is mostly residential, the majority of working residents travel out of the area for employment, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 93%. Car ownership stands at an average of 1.2 vehicles per household, which is below the regional average.
A relatively small 5.2% of residents worked from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions. Transit service frequency averages 42 journeys per day across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 17 weekly trips for each bus stop.
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59.7% of residents in Heatley report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 95% of areas nationally. 9.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.6 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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The local population faces notable health challenges, as indicated by mortality figures and the prevalence of chronic health issues across both younger and older demographics, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is particularly low at roughly 48% of the population, which is about 1,936 people. This is lower than the 52.5% recorded across Regional Qld and the national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent issues locally, affecting 10.4% and 10.0% of the population respectively, while 59.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Chronic health issues are elevated among the working-age population. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.1% of the population, totaling 812 people, with seniors showing health outcomes and national health rankings that broadly align with the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Heatley is largely Australian-born, at 86.3% of residents, with 9.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (26.8%) and English (25.7%). 8.1% 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 local population displays lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizenship at 86.3%, Australian-born residents at 86.3%, and monolingual English speakers at 90.3%. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 55.7% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Looking at parent birthplaces, the most common ancestries are Australian at 26.8%, English at 25.7%, and Other at 9.0%. There are also several distinct ethnic demographic differences, with Australian Aboriginal residents making up 8.1% of the population compared to 3.9% regionally, Filipino residents at 2.0% compared to 0.9% regionally, and Spanish heritage at 0.5% compared to 0.3% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Heatley is 40. 27.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 40 is close to the Regional Qld median of 41 and slightly higher than the national median of 38. The 75 - 84 age cohort is well represented at 9.1% compared to the wider region, while the 65 - 74 bracket is less common at 7.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age bracket rose from 12.2% to 14.4% and the 0 to 4 group grew from 4.7% to 6.1%. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 cohort shrank from 12.9% to 10.8% and the 65 to 74 group decreased from 9.6% to 7.7%.
Demographic modeling indicates the age profile will change significantly by 2041, led by a 56% growth in the 85+ cohort, which will add 74 people to reach 208 from 133. This aging trend is prominent, with those aged 65+ making up 58% of all projected population growth, while the 45 to 54 and 65 to 74 cohorts are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Heatley
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) | May 2026 3 months ago all 13 measures |
| 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) | Jul 2026 last 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. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,907 at the 2021 Census → 4,042 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 (SAL31312). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.