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Heritage Park has an estimated 5,374 residents, up from 4,930 at the 2021 Census — a change of 444 people, or 9.0%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. Natural increase accounts for 52.0% of that increase. That puts 1,099 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 ABS demographic updates for the wider region, alongside quarterly address validation by AreaSearch since the Census, indicates that the suburb of Heritage Park has a population of approximately 5,374 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 444 people (9.0%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,930 residents. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 5,371, determined by AreaSearch using the ABS ERP release from June 2025 and 22 validated new addresses registered since the Census. The resulting population density stands at 1,099 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical levels observed in locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The 9.0% post-census growth rate for the suburb of Heritage Park is within 0.3 percentage points of the national average (9.3%), indicating stable growth dynamics. Natural increase was the primary contributor to local growth, accounting for approximately 52.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. AreaSearch utilises projections developed by ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. In cases where SA2 areas lack coverage, or for periods extending past 2032, projections from the Queensland Government published in 2023 and based on 2021 numbers are implemented. Since these state-level projections omit age breakdowns, AreaSearch distributes growth across age groups by applying weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which use a 2022 baseline. Long-term trends suggest demographic growth will track in the lower quartile of national statistical areas, with aggregated SA2 projections estimating the suburb of Heritage Park will add 214 residents by 2041, representing a total increase of 3.9% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
29 new dwellings have been approved in Heritage Park over the past five years, an average of 5 a year. That is 1.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 13, 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 AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical area records, Heritage Park averages approximately 5 dwelling approvals each year, with a total of 29 homes approved over the last 5 financial years. In the current financial year of FY-26, 12 approvals have been documented. Given that the area averaged 10.4 new residents per year for every home constructed between FY-21 and FY-25, demand remains ahead of supply, typically driving up purchase prices and intensifying competition among buyers. Approved residential projects carry an average building cost of $425,000, which is marginally above the regional average and points to a focus on higher-quality builds.
Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $24.2 million this financial year, pointing to steady business development. Heritage Park exhibits minimal development activity when compared to Greater Brisbane, falling 93.0% below the metropolitan average per person. This low volume of new completions generally underpins demand and supports valuations for established properties. This rate is also below the national average, highlighting the maturity of the suburb and suggesting the presence of planning restrictions. New approvals consist of 83.0% detached houses and 17.0% semi-detached or attached options, preserving the suburban profile and focus on spacious family living. This marks a notable shift from the existing housing stock, which is 100.0% houses, showing a decrease in available land and adapting to evolving buyer preferences and budget considerations. Reflecting a highly established market, the suburb has approximately 1525 people for every dwelling approval. Projections indicate that the population of Heritage Park will rise by 211 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly assessments from AreaSearch. The current trajectory of construction seems aligned with future demand, promoting balanced market conditions without significant price pressure.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 49 current infrastructure and development projects close to Heritage Park, worth an estimated $86.4 billion. 19 are already under construction and 15 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities. 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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Infrastructure updates, major projects, and local planning initiatives are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 4 projects with the potential to influence the local market. Major initiatives include the Crestmead Logistics Estate, the Pan Pacific Recycling Solar Panel Facility, the Regents Park Principal Activity Centre Plan, and the Site Development Plan - Regency, Regents & Hyde Park, with specific details provided below.
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Crestmead Logistics Estate
A 1.5 billion dollar master-planned industrial precinct spanning 157 hectares on the corner of Green and Clarke Roads in Crestmead, around 25 kilometres south of Brisbane. Developed by Pointcorp and amalgamated over five years from 2014, the nine-stage estate is set to deliver approximately 650,000 square metres of warehousing, business, logistics and manufacturing space, with around 6,000 ongoing jobs forecast for the Logan economy. More than 1.1 million square metres of land has been sold within the master plan, with major occupiers and developers including Mapletree, GPT, Bunnings, Bevchain, Visy, Toll, Phoenix Transport, Frucor and Nick Scali.Singapore-based Mapletree Investments holds a 36 hectare super-lot for its Mapletree Logistics Park, with Stage 1 (over 63,000 square metres) fully leased shortly after completion, Stage 2 (around 37,751 square metres) committed in early 2025, and further stages 3 and 4 planned to take the park to roughly 200,000 square metres. The final remaining block (Lot 61) within Stages 9 and 10 was offered for sale in late 2024 with site works due to be ready for settlement and build in early 2025, indicating the broader estate is in its final delivery phase.
Pan Pacific Recycling Solar Panel Recycling Facility
Queensland's first licensed commercial solar panel recycling facility. The Crestmead plant has commenced commercial operations and is capable of processing up to 240,000 end-of-life solar panels annually. The facility recovers up to 99% of panel materials including glass, aluminium, silicon, copper and silver while also expanding into battery recycling services.
Loganlea Station and Park 'n' Ride Relocation
Joint Australian and Queensland Government project to relocate Loganlea station about 500m south opposite Logan Hospital and upgrade the park 'n' ride. The new station will improve access to Logan Hospital, Loganlea TAFE and Loganlea State High School, with ramps, stairs, lifts, a pedestrian overpass, raised platforms, lighting, CCTV, real-time passenger information, bus stops, kiss 'n' ride, bicycle parking and provision for future Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail expansion. Major construction is underway and completion is targeted for 2027, subject to conditions.
Third Avenue Upgrade
Upgrade of approximately 1.8 kilometres of Third Avenue and adjacent sections of Second and Fourth Avenues in Marsden and Berrinba by Logan City Council[cite: 1]. The project encompasses corridor road widening, intersection signalisation, dedicated turning lanes, realignments, and integrated active transport infrastructure to improve capacity and safety[cite: 1]. Detailed design, environmental assessments, and heritage clearances are advancing ahead of construction tender release[cite: 1].
Regents Park Principal Activity Centre Plan
Long-term aspirational plan identified since the 2000s to develop Regents Park into a Principal Activity Centre, creating a hub for businesses, services, and residential areas to boost the local economy and quality of life. The suburb is primarily residential with a population of approximately 11,100 people (2021 census). Development is guided by the Logan Planning Scheme. The draft Logan Plan (the replacement planning scheme) was endorsed by Council in March 2025 and resubmitted to the Queensland Government for the State Interest Review.Public consultation ran from September to October 2025 across more than 50 community engagement events. Submissions are now closed and Council is reviewing feedback, with further updates expected in 2026 before the scheme can be formally adopted.
Alto Park Ridge
Alto Park Ridge is a boutique masterplanned residential community offering 56 home sites with a dedicated community park in Park Ridge, Queensland[cite: 1]. Developed by Orchard Property Group, the estate is situated at 52 Lindenthal Road and provides connectivity to Mount Lindesay Highway and local retail hubs[cite: 1].
Carver's Reach Master Planned Residential Community
Master-planned residential community featuring approximately 600 residential lots across multiple stages, with extensive parks, environmental conservation areas, and recreational facilities including playgrounds, sports courts, gyms, walking trails, dog parks, and picnic areas.
Grand Plaza Shopping Centre Amenities Refurbishment
Internal upgrade program at Grand Plaza, the regional shopping centre at Browns Plains in Logan. The current scope, lodged with Logan City Council in May 2025 (reference PDCOM/1509/2025), covers a commercial amenities refurbishment refreshing customer washrooms and supporting facilities. The works form part of an ongoing centre renewal program led by co-owners Vicinity Centres and EG Funds Management, building on the recently completed food court refurbishment which introduced new ceramic and timber finishes, additional seating and a kids play zone.A steady stream of specialty store fitouts is also progressing through 2025 and 2026 (including Pandora, Essential Beauty and Sunshine Kitchen), reflecting active tenancy reconfiguration across the centre. Grand Plaza spans around 53,000 square metres of gross lettable area and is anchored by Big W, Kmart, Target, Coles, Woolworths, Aldi and Event Cinemas. The centre has previously trialled rooftop drone deliveries with Wing.
3,025 residents of Heritage Park are employed, from a labour force of 3,102. Unemployment sits at 2.5%, with participation at 71.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,047, about 75% 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 displays a balanced mix of professional and industrial roles, with manufacturing and industrial sectors strongly represented, alongside an unemployment rate of 2.5% according to aggregated statistical area data from AreaSearch. As of March 2026, there are 3,025 employed residents, and the unemployment rate is 1.8% lower than the Greater Brisbane rate of 4.3%, while workforce participation is very close to the metropolitan average of 70.4%. Census figures indicate that a minor share of 10.4% of employed residents worked from home, although this may have been influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The suburb displays a strong specialization in manufacturing, with its share of employment reaching 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, making up only 3.5% of the local workforce compared to 8.9% across Greater Brisbane. Comparing the resident workforce against the localized working population suggests that this predominantly residential suburb offers limited employment opportunities within its own boundaries. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data for the year ending March 2026 shows that the local labour force contracted by 2.2% while employment fell by 2.3%, leaving the rate of unemployment virtually unchanged. In contrast, Greater Brisbane recorded a 3.2% rise in employment, a 3.4% expansion of the labour force, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide context for future employment patterns in Heritage Park. These projections, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been matched against the local workforce structure. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of change varies widely by sector. Weighting these projections to the local industry mix suggests employment among residents could rise by 5.9% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, assuming local trends follow national industry patterns without adjusting for specific local population growth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Heritage Park is $2,090 a week (about $109,000 a year), with median personal income at $789 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $50,911 a year against an average of $56,437. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The latest postcode-level ATO statistics for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in the suburb of Heritage Park are below the national average, with a median of $50,911 and an average of $56,437. By comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded a median income of $58,236 and an average of $72,799. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be roughly $56,694 for the median and $62,848 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that household incomes are at the 71st percentile ($2,090 weekly), while personal incomes are at the 47th percentile.
Income distribution data indicates that the largest cohort comprises 41.1% of households earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (representing 2,208 residents), which is similar to the metropolitan average of 33.3% in this bracket. Housing costs consume 14.1% of income, while strong disposable incomes place residents in the 74th percentile, and the local SEIFA index ranks the area in the 4th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Heritage Park had 1,525 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 100% detached houses and 0% apartments. 54% are owned with a mortgage, 20% rented and 26% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 19.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, residential structures in Heritage Park consisted of 99.7% standalone houses and 0.3% other dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to Greater Brisbane where houses made up 73.5% and other options made up 26.5%. The home ownership rate matched the metropolitan average of 26.2%, with remaining households holding a mortgage (53.7%) or renting (20.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment was below the metropolitan benchmark at $1,733, while the median weekly rent was $400, compared to Greater Brisbane figures of $1,863 and $380 respectively. On a national level, mortgage repayments in the area are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Heritage Park counted 1,525 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,662 today, averaging 3.1 people each. 44% are couples with children, more than in 87% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 10% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 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 homes at 87.5%, consisting of couples with children at 44.1%, couples without children at 27.9%, and single parent families at 14.5%. Non-family households account for the remaining 12.5%, with single person homes at 10.0% and group housing at 2.2%. The median household size stands at 3.1 people, which is larger than the metropolitan average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
15.0% of adults in Heritage Park hold a university qualification, including 10.7% with a bachelor degree and 2.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 81% of areas nationally. A further 30.2% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Educational attainment profiles show that 15.0% of residents hold a university qualification, which is lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. Among university qualifications, Bachelor degrees are most common at 10.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational qualifications are prominent, with 41.5% of residents aged 15+ holding technical credentials, including advanced diplomas (11.3%) and certificates (30.2%). A high proportion of residents are engaged in studies, with 30.3% of the population enrolled in formal education. Primary school pupils make up 10.9% of the population, secondary students account for 9.9%, and those in tertiary studies represent 4.1%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Heritage Park reaches 22 stops on 5 routes, timetabled for about 680 services a week. The typical home sits about 250 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 2.0 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of local transit indicates 22 active passenger transport stops in Heritage Park, serviced by bus networks. These stops accommodate 5 different routes, generating 684 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is rated as good, with residents living an average of 246 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential character of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, and private vehicle transit remains the primary method at 93%. Car ownership stands at 2.0 vehicles per household, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low 10.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Transit services average 97 runs per day across the network, which translates to roughly 31 weekly services for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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69.1% of residents in Heritage Park report no long-term health condition. 5.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Assessment of mortality and chronic illness rates by AreaSearch indicates that Heritage Park faces notable health challenges across various age groups, with the rate of private health insurance coverage being relatively low at roughly 50% of the population, representing approximately 2,663 individuals. This is lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 55.8% and the national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health concerns, affecting 8.4% and 8.2% of residents respectively, while 69.1% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
Chronic health issues are higher than average among working-age residents. Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.5% of the population, totaling 779 people, with senior health outcomes ranking similarly to national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
29.8% of Heritage Park residents were born overseas and 19.8% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (26.3%) and Australian (23.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb displays higher levels of cultural diversity than most benchmark areas, with 19.8% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 29.8% of residents born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 51.4% of the population. The most pronounced variation is in the Other category, which accounts for 2.3% of residents compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane. Ancestry figures reveal that the largest groups are English at 26.3%, Australian at 23.1%, and Other at 11.8%. Certain ethnicities are notably overrepresented compared to the metropolitan region: Maori makes up 2.4% of the population (compared to 1.1% regionally), New Zealand ancestry is at 1.5% (compared to 1.0%), and Samoan ancestry is at 1.7% (compared to 0.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Heritage Park is 37. 25.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 37 years matches closely with the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and the national median of 38. Compared to the metropolitan area, the suburb has a higher share of residents aged 55 - 64 (13.5%) but a lower share of those aged 25 - 34 (10.8%). Between the Census updates, the 65 to 74 age bracket rose from 7.6% to 9.3%, while the 45 to 54 bracket declined from 15.0% to 13.7% and the 25 to 34 cohort dropped from 12.0% to 10.8%. Demographic projections to 2041 suggest significant shifts, with the 75 to 84 cohort expected to grow by 73%, adding 165 residents to total 391.
Residents aged 65 and over will account for 70% of total population growth, confirming an aging trend, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 brackets are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Heritage Park
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 — 22 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,930 at the 2021 Census → 5,374 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 (SAL31322). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.