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Helensvale has an estimated 21,271 residents, up from 18,949 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,322 people, or 12.3%. Growth has averaged 2.1% a year over five years, faster than 78% of areas nationally. 367 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 49.0% of that increase. That puts 1,066 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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Analysis of population updates from the ABS for the surrounding region, combined with address records verified by AreaSearch since the Census, indicates the population of the suburb of Helensvale is approximately 21,271 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,322 residents (12.3%) relative to the 2021 Census, when the count stood at 18,949 residents. The figure is derived from an estimated resident count of 21,073 compiled by AreaSearch utilizing the ABS June 2025 ERP release, alongside 367 validated new addresses added after the Census. This population level translates to a density of 1,065 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical benchmarks recorded across other regions evaluated by AreaSearch.
The growth rate of 12.3% for the suburb of Helensvale since the 2021 census outpaced both the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national benchmark, establishing the locality as a regional leader in expansion. Recent gains were driven primarily by people relocating from other states, a factor accounting for roughly 49.0% of the overall increase, though overseas arrivals and natural expansion also contributed positively. Projections sourced from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied by AreaSearch to each SA2 region. For SA2 territories lacking this coverage, or for periods extending past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 using 2021 data are utilized instead. Because these state-level projections lack age breakdown details, AreaSearch allocates growth weightings proportionally across age cohorts based on the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections that used a 2022 baseline. Looking ahead, demographic modeling suggests significant population expansion within the highest quartile of non-metropolitan zones nationwide, with the suburb of Helensvale projected to add 6,874 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 figures, translating to an overall growth rate of 31.4% across the 16 years.
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659 new dwellings have been approved in Helensvale over the past five years, an average of 131 a year. That places the area in the 76th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 98 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 57% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 178, 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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Based on analysis of ABS building approval statistics mapped from local area data, Helensvale averages approximately 131 residential approvals annually, totaling an estimated 659 residential properties over the prior 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26164 approvals have been documented. Over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, an average of 3.2 individuals relocated to the locality for every completed residence, indicating that demand outstrips new building activity, which typically exerts upward pressure on home prices and intensifies buyer rivalry. Newly constructed residences carry an average development value of $760,000, showing that builders are prioritizing high-end, premium housing.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals valued at $16.4 million have been registered during this financial year, pointing to consistent investment in commercial projects. Compared to the Rest of Qld, Helensvale records roughly 75% of the per capita construction volume, positioning it in the 42nd percentile of all locations evaluated nationally, which translates to a somewhat restricted selection of new properties for buyers and sustains interest in the established market. Newly approved projects consist of 57.0% detached houses and 43.0% attached dwellings, indicating an increasing supply of medium-density choices that provide options at different price points, ranging from traditional family residences to more economical compact options. This represents a notable shift from the historical housing stock (which currently stands at 81.0% houses), indicating a decline in available development sites and mirroring changing lifestyle choices and housing cost pressures. The ratio of approximately 395 people for every residential approval reflects the mature profile of the locality. Long-term forecasts indicate Helensvale will gain 6,676 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly projections from AreaSearch. Construction levels are currently aligned with these growth expectations, though home purchasers could face greater market competition as the local population increases.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 13 current infrastructure and development projects inside Helensvale, worth an estimated $7.65 billion. A further 120 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $44.7 billion. 42 are already under construction and 47 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics 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 infrastructure upgrades, major development works, and urban planning decisions are key drivers of regional performance. A total of 74 projects have been flagged by AreaSearch as having a likely impact on the local area. Principal works include the Cross River Rail - New Gold Coast Stations, the Helensvale Station Precinct Development, the Helensvale Business Park, and the Helensvale Road and Signato Drive Intersection Upgrade, with the accompanying documentation outlining the most significant projects.
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Helensvale Station Precinct Development
A major transit-oriented mixed-use redevelopment surrounding the Helensvale tri-modal interchange. The project aims to integrate high-density residential living with a new retail and commercial hub, featuring approximately 850 apartments, premium office spaces, and upgraded pedestrian infrastructure. This development is designed to capitalize on the convergence of heavy rail, light rail, and bus services, transforming the station into a vibrant urban precinct as part of the Helensvale Town Centre Local Area Plan.
Helensvale Business Park
Helensvale Business Park is a 47,450 sqm industrial park by Sandhurst Retail & Logistics at 2 Millaroo Drive, opposite Westfield Helensvale. The estate is designed for strata warehouse and office users with high-clearance warehouse space, mezzanine offices, car parking, container set-down access and strong links to the M1 Pacific Motorway, Smith Street Motorway, Brisbane Road and Helensvale rail and light rail stations. Stage 1 comprises 21 warehouse/office units and Stage 2 is being marketed by Colliers and Tidal Property, with construction progressing and remaining units offered for sale or lease.
Coomera Connector Stage 1 (Coomera to Nerang)
A new 16-kilometre motorway known as the Second M1, providing an alternative route between Coomera and Nerang to relieve congestion on the Pacific Motorway. Stage 1 North is open, while Central and South sections are under construction.
Helensvale Road and Signato Drive Intersection Upgrade
Installation of new traffic signals at the intersection of Helensvale Road and Signato Drive to improve traffic flow and safety. This project is a priority under the Gold Coast City Council's 2025-26 budget, designed to manage the significant increase in traffic volumes resulting from the completion of the Coomera Connector Stage 1 North. Works include signalized traffic control, pavement rehabilitation, and pedestrian safety improvements.
Harbour Cove Mixed-Use Development
An innovative mixed-use waterfront precinct in Biggera Waters, currently progressing as a key component of the $1.5 billion Harbour Shores masterplan. The project features 511 apartments across six medium-rise towers with resort-style amenities, including rooftop pools and sky gardens. The precinct is designed to include a boutique harbour-side retail and restaurant area, a 1.2km waterfront boardwalk, and direct Broadwater access via a planned marina.
Movie World Hotel Development
A $333-million luxury hotel development featuring 600 rooms across a 21-level tower. The project includes a sky deck with an infinity pool, bar, and restaurants, alongside family-oriented amenities like a kid's club, gym, and sauna. Designed by DBI and BurlingBrown, it marks a major expansion of the Village Roadshow theme park precinct.
Harvey Norman Homeworld Helensvale Expansion
The expansion of Homeworld Helensvale involves the construction of a new 10,025 sqm single-storey Harvey Norman showroom. The project includes approximately 250 additional car parking spaces and integrates with the existing bulky goods precinct to enhance the regional retail offering.
Harbour Shores Biggera Waters
A $1.5 billion masterplanned waterfront community spanning 15.7 hectares along the Gold Coast Broadwater. The project features approximately 2,000 dwellings across 30 buildings, including luxury waterfront villas and mid-rise apartments. Stage 1, comprising the Waterline apartments and a 1.2km public boardwalk, is nearing completion with first residents expected in May 2026. The precinct is a certified 6-Star Green Star community incorporating 200,000 native plants, extensive water harvesting, and solar infrastructure. Stage 3, consisting of 91 additional apartments, received development approval in February 2026 as part of the decade-long delivery program.
11,685 residents of Helensvale are employed, from a labour force of 12,004. Unemployment sits at 2.7%, with participation at 69.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Helensvale features a skilled resident workforce employed across diverse industries, with an unemployment rate of only 2.7% and estimated job growth of 3.2% over the prior year, based on regional statistics compiled by AreaSearch. In March 2026, 11,685 local residents were employed. The local unemployment rate sits 1.3% below the Regional Qld benchmark of 3.9%, while workforce participation is relatively typical (69.1% compared to Regional Qld's 64.3%). Census data indicates a moderate 16.9% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related restrictions. Resident employment is heavily weighted toward healthcare & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.
The workforce shows a distinct specialization in construction, with employment representation in this sector sitting at 1.2 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 0.2% of the local workforce, well below the Regional Qld average of 4.5%. Although employment is available locally, the ratio of Census workers to local residents indicates a high proportion of residents travel outside the area for employment. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader geographic areas, both employment and the labor force expanded by 3.2% during the 12 months ending March 2026, which maintained a stable unemployment rate. This differs from Regional Qld, where employment grew by 0.1%, the workforce expanded by 0.3%, and the unemployment rate rose by 0.1 percentage points. National forecasts published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional perspective on future labor requirements in Helensvale. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future patterns. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though expansion rates vary widely across different sectors. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests Helensvale's employment should expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, noting that this is a direct weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population changes.
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Median household income in Helensvale is $2,014 a week (about $105,000 a year), with median personal income at $790 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,601 a year against an average of $76,062. The average runs 45% 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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According to compiled ATO postcode statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Helensvale recorded a median income of $52,601 and an average income of $76,062. These figures are high on a national scale and compare to Regional Qld benchmarks of $53,146 (median) and $66,593 (average). Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates sit at roughly $58,576 for the median and $84,703 for the average as of March 2026. Census data shows household earnings in the 66th percentile ($2,014 weekly), while individual earnings are in the 47th percentile.
Income distribution statistics show that 33.6% of taxpayers (7,147 individuals) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, which aligns with the regional average of 31.7% in this band. High accommodation costs account for 16.4% of earnings, yet strong wages keep net disposable income in the 65th percentile, and the local SEIFA income measure places the area in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Helensvale had 6,369 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 81% detached houses and 4% apartments. 48% are owned with a mortgage, 20% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $495 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,098 a month, a total housing cost higher than 75% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 24.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.0%. 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 Helensvale at the time of the latest Census consisted of 81.4% separate houses and 18.6% other housing forms (including townhouses, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to Regional Qld where separate houses made up 76.4% and other formats comprised 23.6%. Home ownership rates in Helensvale matched Regional Qld at 32.3%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (48.0%) or occupied by tenants (19.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,098 was notably higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $495 compared to $345 in Regional Qld.
On a national level, mortgage commitments in Helensvale are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and typical rent levels exceed the national baseline of $375.
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Helensvale counted 6,369 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,149 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 40% are couples with children, more than in 79% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 17% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the vast majority of the community at 80.5%, consisting of couples with children (40.1%), couples without children (27.9%), and single-parent homes (11.4%). The remaining 19.5% consists of non-family households, which are made up of single-person households (16.9%) and group housing (2.7%). The typical household size of 2.8 individuals is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.7% of adults in Helensvale hold a university qualification, including 16.4% with a bachelor degree and 5.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 25.8% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 2,909 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,021 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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Educational attainment in Helensvale is lower than regional benchmarks, with 23.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree compared to 30.4% nationally. This difference points to opportunities for tertiary education expansion and workforce upskilling. Among university graduates, Bachelor degrees are the most common at 16.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (5.2%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational training is well-represented, with 39.0% of the population aged 15+ holding technical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.2%) and certificates (25.8%). A high proportion of the community is engaged in study, with 29.7% of residents enrolled in an educational institution.
This population includes 9.5% in high school, 9.4% in primary school, and 4.8% undertaking tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Helensvale reaches 77 stops on 34 routes, timetabled for about 3,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 360 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of the local transport network shows 77 active passenger stops in Helensvale, providing access to trains, light rail, and buses. These facilities are connected to 34 distinct transit lines, which support 3,897 passenger journeys each week. Public transport accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 358 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, the majority of working residents travel outside the area for work, and private vehicles remain the primary mode of travel for 92% of commuters. Average car ownership stands at 1.8 vehicles per household, which is higher than the regional average.
A total of 16.9% of residents worked from home at the time of the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era working arrangements. Transit service frequency averages 556 journeys daily across all routes, which translates to roughly 50 weekly journeys for each individual transit stop.
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69.7% of residents in Helensvale report no long-term health condition. 6.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.2 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators demonstrate favorable trends for residents of Helensvale, with mortality data and chronic condition tracking showing outcomes that align closely with national averages. The incidence of common medical conditions is low within the general population, although it rises above national benchmarks among older, higher-risk groups. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 57% of residents (~12,196 people) holding cover, compared to 52.5% across Regional Qld. The most prevalent health conditions reported locally were arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 8.1% and 7.5% of the population respectively, while 69.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Residents under the age of 65 experience better health outcomes than the national average. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 16.8% of the population (3,573 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld average of 20.4%. Health measures for local seniors present some difficulties and rank lower nationally than the overall local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
34.1% of Helensvale residents were born overseas and 14.9% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.2%) and Australian (22.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Helensvale exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 14.9% of residents using a non-English language at home and 34.1% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 48.6% of residents. The most pronounced deviation from regional norms is found in Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the population compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld. Looking at parent birthplaces, the most common ancestries represented are English at 31.2%, Australian at 22.8%, and Other ancestries at 7.7%. There are also notable differences in the concentration of other heritages: individuals with New Zealand heritage account for 1.8% of the population (compared to 0.9% regionally), Maori ancestry accounts for 1.5% (compared to 0.8% regionally), and Hungarian ancestry is recorded at 0.4% (compared to 0.2% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Helensvale is 40. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 25.5% 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 residents is 40, which is close to the Regional Qld average of 41 and slightly higher than the national median of 38. The 15 - 24 age bracket is well-represented at 14.5% compared to Regional Qld, while the 65 - 74 bracket is less common at 8.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 13.0% to 14.4% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort rose from 13.2% to 14.5%, whereas the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 15.4% to 13.7%.
Long-term modeling suggests the age distribution will change notably by 2041. The 35 to 44 cohort is expected to lead this shift, growing by 39% (an increase of 1,192 people) to reach 4,256 residents, up from 3,063. The 15 to 24 cohort is projected to experience a smaller increase of 8%, adding 238 residents.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Helensvale
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, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Apr 2026 4 months ago all 13 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 Apr 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 — 367 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (18,949 at the 2021 Census → 21,271 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 (SAL31315). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.