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Higgins has an estimated 3,368 residents, up from 3,321 at the 2021 Census — a change of 47 people, or 1.4%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years, slower than 84% of areas nationally. That puts 2,017 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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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Higgins has an estimated resident tally of roughly 3,368, determined through AreaSearch's evaluation of broader ABS updates alongside newly validated addresses recorded post-Census. Comparing this with the 3,321 people counted during the 2021 Census reveals an addition of 47 people (1.4%). This demographic shift stems from the ABS ERP figures published in June 2025 showing 3,363 residents, supplemented by 81 validated new addresses identified post-Census. Consequently, population density stands at 2,016 persons per square kilometer, outpacing the benchmark across national locations assessed by AreaSearch.
The local expansion rate of 1.4% since Census trails the SA3 area figure (4.2%) by 2.8 percentage points, reflecting resilient local momentum. Natural increases served as the main engine of demographic growth, accounting for roughly 54.0% of recent population additions. Projections for the suburb of Higgins incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia models published in 2024 (anchored to 2022), with ACT Government SA2 projections (also 2022-based) applied post-2032 and across any uncovered sectors. Under this framework, overall numbers are anticipated to head downward, registering a net reduction of 372 persons by 2041. In contrast to this broader contraction, certain cohorts will expand, notably individuals in the 85 and over age group, who are slated to increase by 64 people.
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53 new dwellings have been approved in Higgins over the past five years, an average of 10 a year. That places the area in the 56th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 27 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 11% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 79, 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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Residential building approvals across Higgins have averaged approximately 10 dwellings annually according to AreaSearch's assessment of ABS statistics, delivering a cumulative total of 53 homes across the past 5 financial years. In FY-25 to date, 79 approvals have been logged. Inflow over the past 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 and FY-25) has tracked at an average of only 1 people per year for every home constructed, allowing residential supply to match or outstrip local demand, expanding options for purchasers and accommodating growth beyond baseline projections. Newly approved residences carry an average construction value of $509,000, underscoring an emphasis by developers on high-specification, premium builds.
On the commercial front, approvals registered this financial year stand at $1.6 million, reflecting restrained commercial building activity. Building activity across Higgins is somewhat elevated when compared against Australian Capital Territory benchmarks (tracking 23.0% higher per capita over the 5 year period), supporting buyer choice alongside established market demand. Medium-to-high density formats dominate new construction, with townhouses or apartments capturing 89.0% against 11.0% for detached houses. This emphasis on denser dwellings introduces relatively accessible pricing that appeals to downsizers, first-home purchasers, and investors. Such development marks a clear departure from the established landscape (presently 96.0% houses), driven by limited land availability, evolving lifestyle preferences, and the requirement for diverse, cost-effective options. An average ratio of around 80 people per dwelling approval characterizes Higgins as a low density area. Given that demographic projections point toward population stability or contraction, Higgins is likely to experience easing housing demand pressures, improving market conditions for prospective purchasers.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 28 current infrastructure and development projects close to Higgins, worth an estimated $15.7 billion. 8 are already under construction and 13 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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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Community growth and performance remain heavily shaped by local planning policies, infrastructure works, and major development activity. AreaSearch has pinpointed 1 specific project expected to influence the surrounding area. Surrounding initiatives of potential importance include Kippax Fair Expansion and Redevelopment, The Valley Ponds - Stage 3 & Future Stages, Ginninderry Estate - Strathnairn & Macnamara (Stages 1-7+), and Ginninderry Masterplanned Community - Strathnairn & Macnamara.
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Kippax Fair Expansion and Redevelopment
Major redevelopment and expansion of Kippax Fair shopping centre in West Belconnen, delivering a completely new mixed-use precinct across two stages. The project will triple retail floor space, adding a new full-line Coles and expanded Woolworths alongside the existing Aldi. Plans include approximately 180 new dwellings (including 24 affordable and public housing units) built as shop-top housing, 450 underground car parks, a 6,000sqm park, a community hub, skate park, and indoor and outdoor dining. The ACT Government finalised a direct land sale agreement with owners the Christodoulou family in August 2024, with a $12 million community infrastructure commitment.A development application was expected to be publicly notified by mid-2025.
The Valley Ponds - Stage 3 & Future Stages
Final residential stages of the established Macgregor suburb in Belconnen, delivering over 400 new homes in The Valley Ponds precinct. The estate is adjacent to Ginninderra Creek and the future Ginninderry conservation corridor and pond network, offering a mix of block sizes with connections to open space and green corridors.
Macgregor Primary School Expansion & Modernisation
Major upgrade and expansion of Macgregor Primary School at Hirschfeld Crescent, Macgregor ACT, delivering new learning hubs, additional classrooms, and improved playground facilities. The project is driven by growing enrolments from adjacent new residential developments including The Valley Ponds and the broader Ginninderry estate. The ACT Education Directorate and Infrastructure Canberra are delivering the works, with completion targeted for 2026.
Ethos Belconnen
Ethos is the second stage of Per Se Developments' Cirrus lakeside precinct at Belconnen. The project comprises 88 premium apartments with ground floor commercial tenancies overlooking Lake Ginninderra. Construction is well advanced with display apartments open and commercial space being marketed ahead of expected completion in 2026.
Ginninderry Masterplanned Community - Strathnairn & Macnamara
Ginninderry is a cross-border masterplanned community in West Belconnen delivered by the ACT Government and Riverview Group joint venture. Planned to accommodate 30,000 residents across approximately 11,500 dwellings over a 37-year period, the project spans the ACT and NSW border. The first suburb, Strathnairn, is substantially developed with over 2,700 residents as of early 2025. The second suburb, Macnamara, is actively under development with approximately 300-400 lots released annually. Key recent milestones include the opening of Strathnairn School (programmed for the 2026 school year), multi-unit site releases in Strathnairn Village adjacent to the future retail centre, and ongoing single residential lot releases.The community is forecast to reach approximately 5,000 residents by 2028. The project incorporates a 6 Star Green Star sustainability rating, conservation corridor management along the Murrumbidgee River and Ginninderra Creek, and the SPARK employment program.
University of Canberra Sports Precinct
Major expansion of University of Canberra sports facilities, including the development of Sports Hub 2, new aquatic centre, indoor sports courts, outdoor playing fields, gymnasium upgrades, and athlete training facilities. It focuses on community access programs and elite athlete development.
Ginninderry Estate - Strathnairn & Macnamara (Stages 1-7+)
Canberra's largest master-planned community spanning the ACT-NSW border in West Belconnen, delivering approximately 11,500 dwellings across four suburbs over 30-40 years on a 1,600-hectare site. Over 37% of land is set aside as a conservation corridor along the Murrumbidgee River and Ginninderra Creek. Two suburbs are underway: Strathnairn (909 occupied dwellings as of early 2025) and Macnamara (13 occupied, 11 under construction). A primary school opens 2026, and the first local shopping centre is targeted for 2027.Certified as a 6-Star Green Star Community.
West Belconnen Health Centre
Planned ACT Government community health centre for the growing West Belconnen and Ginninderry region. The facility is intended to provide integrated primary care, specialist outpatient services, allied health, mental health and community health services. As of 2026 the project remains in the planning phase with potential sites under review, land acquisition and concept design progressing ahead of future construction funding.
1,691 residents of Higgins are employed, from a labour force of 1,797. Unemployment sits at 5.9%, with participation at 64.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,587, about 77% 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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Aggregated statistical figures compiled by AreaSearch indicate that Higgins possesses a qualified resident workforce, well-represented essential services sectors, an unemployment rate of 5.9%, and an annual employment growth rate of 1.0%. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,691, while unemployment sits 1.8% higher than the 4.1% recorded for Australian Capital Territory. Local participation stands noticeably lower at 64.8% compared to 70.6% across Australian Capital Territory. Only 12.3% of workers indicated working from home in their Census submissions, an outcome potentially shaped by Covid-19 restrictions. Key sectors employing local residents comprise public administration & safety, construction, and health care & social assistance.
The local workforce exhibits pronounced specialization in construction, generating an employment concentration 1.6 times that of the broader region. Conversely, public administration & safety accounts for 27.4% of working residents, coming in under the 30.4% mark for Australian Capital Territory. Comparing resident worker counts with local Census jobs indicates a largely residential enclave providing constrained on-site employment. AreaSearch's review of broader ABS and SALM metrics shows annual employment rising 1.0% alongside an expansion of 1.1% in the labour force, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 0.1 percentage points. Across Australian Capital Territory, employment saw a 0.3% rise, the labour force grew 1.1%, and joblessness climbed 0.7 percentage points. Looking forward, national employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide context regarding future workforce requirements. Across five and ten-year horizons, overall Australian employment is anticipated to rise by 6.6% and 13.7% respectively, though trajectory varies by industry. Weighting these sectoral forecasts against the local industry distribution suggests Higgins employment could expand 6.4% over five years and 13.0% over ten years (note this is an illustrative weighting exercise excluding local population models).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Higgins is $2,248 a week (about $117,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,053 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $61,796 a year against an average of $69,852. 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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ATO postcode records for financial year 2023 compiled by AreaSearch show that Higgins residents generate earnings slightly above the national norm, with a median of $61,796 and an average of $69,852, trailing the broader Australian Capital Territory benchmarks of $72,206 (median) and $85,981 (average). Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 10.44% since financial year 2023 yields updated March 2026 figures of approximately $68,248 for median income and $77,145 for average income. Across the 2021 Census, individual, household, and family metrics all placed between the 80th and 82nd percentiles nationwide.
The $1,500 - 2,999 weekly wage bracket is the most prevalent, accounting for 33.0% of local earners (1,111 people), closely mirroring the 34.3% regional benchmark. Furthermore, 32.9% of workers report weekly income exceeding $3,000, underscoring substantial purchasing power. Residential costs absorb 13.4% of earnings, disposable income ranks within the 82nd percentile nationally, and the SEIFA income metric positions the suburb in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Higgins had 1,236 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 2% apartments. 46% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 17.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.5%. 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 stock at the most recent Census was overwhelmingly dominated by separate dwellings at 95.7%, with 4.3% classified as other dwellings (comprising apartments, semi-detached, and 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Australian Capital Territory where houses accounted for 63.3% and other dwellings made up 36.7%. Outright ownership reached 31.5%, comfortably higher than the territory baseline, while mortgaged properties accounted for 45.5% and rentals represented 23.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,000, below the Australian Capital Territory figure of $2,080, and median weekly rent stood at $400 versus $450 territory-wide.
Nationally, local repayments surpass the Australian median mortgage figure of $1,863, and weekly rents track above the nationwide level of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Higgins counted 1,236 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 34% are couples with children, against 29% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the predominant living arrangement, representing 75.0% of total households. This consists of couples with children at 34.0%, couples without children at 28.5%, and single parent families at 11.4%. The remaining 25.0% comprise non-family living situations, made up of lone person households (21.5%) and group households (3.5%). The typical household comprises a median of 2.6 people, exceeding the Australian Capital Territory baseline of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
34.2% of adults in Higgins hold a university qualification, including 20.5% with a bachelor degree and 9.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 21.2% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Tertiary attainment poses a notable challenge in the area, with 34.2% holding university qualifications compared to the SA4 region level of 46.8%, presenting clear scope for educational programs. Among higher credentials, Bachelor degrees are held by 20.5%, postgraduate degrees by 9.1%, and graduate diplomas by 4.6%. Vocational and technical training is widely held, with 31.8% of people aged 15+ having vocational credentials, including certificates (21.2%) and advanced diplomas (10.6%). Formal study engagement is substantial, with 29.4% of the population enrolled in an educational course. Specifically, primary schooling accounts for 9.5%, secondary education represents 8.5%, and tertiary study encompasses 4.9% of residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Higgins reaches 27 stops on 63 routes, timetabled for about 4,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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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Commuting infrastructure in Higgins includes 27 active transport stops providing bus connections. A network of 63 routes services these locations, generating a total of 4,028 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transit is exceptional, with residents located an average of 142 meters from their closest boarding point. Because the suburb is primarily residential, outward travel dominates: private vehicle transit represents the primary mode at 89%, while buses account for 6%. Household vehicle ownership stands at 1.5 per dwelling, higher than the regional benchmark. Additionally, 12.3% of the workforce worked remotely based on the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 settings.
Public transport services run at an average rate of 575 trips per day across the network, translating to roughly 149 weekly trips per stop.
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65.2% of residents in Higgins report no long-term health condition. 6.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 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 assessments by AreaSearch based on chronic disease rates and mortality figures indicate notable health challenges locally, with general conditions moderately common overall and somewhat higher among older residents. Meanwhile, private health insurance uptake is comparatively strong, covering approximately 55% of residents (~1,845 people), relative to the Australian Capital Territory figure of 62.4%. Prevalent medical conditions include asthma, affecting 9.5% of people, and mental health issues, impacting 9.4%, while 65.2% of residents reported having no long-term illnesses, below the Australian Capital Territory level of 70.2%. Chronic illnesses show higher than average incidence among working-age individuals.
Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 19.2% of the local population (646 people), compared to 14.2% in Australian Capital Territory. Although health outcomes for older cohorts present challenges, their national standing remains comparatively better than that of the wider community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Higgins is largely Australian-born, at 76.2% of residents, with 17.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (26.1%) and English (24.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Higgins is relatively elevated, with 23.8% of residents born abroad and 17.6% communicating in a language other than English in their households. Christianity represents the most common faith, practiced by 45.3% of the community. Hinduism forms a distinct minority group comprising 2.4% of local residents, compared to 4.8% across Australian Capital Territory. Regarding ancestral background based on parents' country of birth, the three most common groups are Australian (26.1%), English (24.4%), and Other (10.7%). Notable variations in ethnic representation also occur across other groups, including Vietnamese at 1.5% (compared to 1.0% regionally), Spanish at 0.7% (versus 0.5%), and Hungarian at 0.4% (against 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Higgins is 38. 26.4% 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 age profile in the suburb of Higgins leans noticeably older. AreaSearch estimates for August 2026 show retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) making up 19.2% of the population versus 14.2% throughout Australian Capital Territory, while young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) constitute 27.2% against the territory proportion of 32.8%. The median age is estimated at 38 as at August 2026, mirroring the 2021 Census result and sitting 3 years above the Australian Capital Territory level of 35 recorded then. Since the Census, the retiree and elderly demographic has expanded from 16.9% to an estimated 19.2% of the population.
By 2041, no major age bracket is projected to experience substantial growth, with contractions expected among children, young adults, and young to middle aged adults.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Higgins
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) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last 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 4 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 81 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (3,321 at the 2021 Census → 3,368 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL80073). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.