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Highfields (Qld) has an estimated 9,784 residents, up from 8,568 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,216 people, or 14.2%. Growth has averaged 2.1% a year over five years, faster than 83% of areas nationally. 539 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 81.0% of that increase. That puts 367 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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Highfields's population is estimated at around 9,784 as of May 2026, according to analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census. This represents an expansion of 1,216 people (14.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 8,568 people. The shift is calculated from the resident population of 9,545, estimated by AreaSearch following analysis of the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) and an additional 539 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population size results in a density ratio of 366 persons per square kilometer, offering considerable space per resident and potential room for future growth.
The 14.2% expansion in the suburb of Highfields (Qld) since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 area (9.2%) and the SA4 region, making it a regional growth leader. Population expansion for the locality was mainly propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 81.0% of total population gains during recent times, though all components including natural growth and overseas migration were positive contributors. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, which were released in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions not represented in this dataset, and for years after 2032, the Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, published in 2023 and based on 2021 records, are implemented. These state-level projections do not supply age group breakdowns; therefore, when they are used, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings matching the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, based on 2022 records) for each age cohort. Looking ahead at demographic patterns, a substantial population rise in the top quartile of regional locations across the country is projected, with the suburb of Highfields (Qld) expected to grow by 3,325 persons to 2041 based on combined SA2-level forecasts, showing an increase of 31.5% in total over the 16 years.
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790 new dwellings have been approved in Highfields (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 158 a year. That places the area in the 84th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 16 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 155 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 98% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 217, 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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Analysis of ABS building approvals by AreaSearch, distributed from statistical area records, indicates that Highfields averages about 158 new dwellings approved annually, amounting to an estimated 790 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26199 approvals have been logged. With an average of 1.2 residents moving to the locality annually for each home constructed over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand seem closely matched, generating balanced market conditions, while new dwellings are being constructed at an average cost of $480,000—slightly above regional averages—indicating a focus on quality builds.
Commercial approvals have also reached $64.5 million this financial year, showing robust local business activity. Relative to Rest of Qld, Highfields displays 219.0% more residential construction activity per capita, which should offer buyers plenty of options, even though construction activity has moderated in recent years. This building rate is significantly above the national average, showing high developer trust in the area. Recent completions consist of 98.0% standalone houses and 2.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the low-density profile of the locality with a focus on detached homes that appeal to buyers looking for space. The area has approximately 81 people per residential approval, indicating a growing market. Projecting forward, Highfields is forecast to add 3,086 residents through to 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current rates of construction, new residential supply should easily satisfy demand, offering favorable conditions for buyers and potentially backing growth beyond current population forecasts.
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AreaSearch tracks 16 current infrastructure and development projects inside Highfields (Qld), worth an estimated $1.13 billion. A further 34 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $8.61 billion. 21 are already under construction and 15 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, health & medical 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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Changes to local infrastructure, large-scale projects, and planning policies have a massive influence on the performance of a locality. AreaSearch has identified a total of 18 projects that are expected to influence the area. Key initiatives include The Avenues of Highfields, Central Highfields Masterplan, Highfields/Kratzke/O'Brien Roads Intersections Upgrade, and GemLife Highfields Heights, with the list below highlighting the ones most likely to be relevant.
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Botanic Highfields Retirement Village
A premium land lease retirement community featuring 231 single-storey manufactured homes. The development includes a comprehensive community hub with a cinema, gymnasium, wellness facilities, and 30 hectares of dedicated natural flora and fauna habitat. Stage 1 civil works including earthworks, kerbing, and landscaping reached 100% completion in early 2026.
Central Highfields Activation Project (Infrastructure)
Critical trunk infrastructure works in Central Highfields, including four new roundabouts on Highfields Road (at Kratzke/O'Brien Roads, Lauder Drive and Rogers Drive), realignment of Kratzke and O'Brien Roads, new footpaths and shared paths, stormwater upgrades, and underground relocation of water, sewer, power and telecommunications services. The works unlock at least 343 new dwellings and enable the future Central Highfields Town Centre. Backed by $20.1 million from the Queensland Government's Residential Activation Fund, construction began in early 2026 and staged works are underway through the Highfields Road corridor, with completion expected in early 2028.
Central Highfields Masterplan
A 45-hectare masterplanned town centre development featuring commercial, retail, mixed-use, and community areas. Includes a public transport hub, civic spaces, pedestrian links, and an expansion area for the Queensland Fire Department. Designed to cater to long-term regional population growth up to 2051.
GemLife Highfields Heights
Contemporary farmhouse-inspired over-50s land lease lifestyle resort on 23 hectares with panoramic views of the Bunya and Gowrie mountains, bushland conservation area and creek frontage. The community will comprise 366 homes across multiple stages, a $12.5 million barnhouse-inspired Country Club, and a separate Summer House recreation precinct. Stage One is largely sold with residents in occupation, and Stage Two construction is underway. Located about 12 minutes from Toowoomba city.
Walermare
Premium acreage residential estate in Highfields, Toowoomba, offering 93 large lots ranging from 0.5 to 2.5 acres with panoramic mountain views, spacious layouts, and proximity to amenities including schools, shopping, and recreational parks.
Highfields/Kratzke/O'Brien Roads Intersections Upgrade
Comprehensive upgrade of key transport corridors in Highfields including the delivery of multi-lane roundabouts at the Highfields, Kratzke, and O'Brien Roads intersection, as well as connections at Lauder Drive and Rogers Drive. The project involves realigning O'Brien Road, upgrading stormwater drainage, and constructing dedicated shared active transport pathways to support regional population growth.
The Avenues of Highfields
Toowoomba's premier residential development delivering over 500 lots across 13 stages. Features tree-lined streets, urban parklands, and strict builders guild standards. Winner of UDIA Queensland Best Regional Subdivision 2022.
Botanic Highfields
Masterplanned greenfield community in Highfields, Toowoomba. The 90ha estate by CW Group is selling and under active civil works, with 38-42% of the site set aside for native reserve, open space and parklands. Planned yield is 590+ large lots (typically 500-800sqm), with community park, wetlands, and nature links.
4,741 residents of Highfields (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 4,807. Unemployment sits at 1.4%, with participation at 60.6%. 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, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 7,571, 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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Highfields possesses a skilled workforce, with strong representation in essential services fields, and an unemployment rate of only 1.4%, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 4,741 local residents are employed, which is an unemployment rate 2.5% lower than the Regional Qld rate of 3.9%, while workforce participation is somewhat lower than average (60.6% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld). Based on Census records, a minor 11.1% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account. Employment among local residents is heavily weighted toward health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety.
The locality exhibits a particularly high concentration in education & training, with employment numbers at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, accommodation & food services employs only 5.7% of local workers, compared to 8.3% across Regional Qld. The mostly residential area seems to present limited local employment options, as shown by the comparison of Census working population versus resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics, aggregated from broader statistical areas, over the 12 months leading to March 2026, labour force numbers fell by 7.7% and total employment dropped by 8.2%, causing the unemployment rate to increase by 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1% and the labour force expand by 0.3%, with a 0.1 percentage point increase. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25 can provide additional perspective on potential future demand in Highfields. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local employment profile to estimate growth trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely across different industry divisions. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment structure of Highfields suggests local employment should rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population projections).
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Median household income in Highfields (Qld) is $1,994 a week (about $104,000 a year), with median personal income at $798 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,645 a year against an average of $60,075. 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 most recent postcode level ATO statistics for financial year 2023 from AreaSearch indicate that incomes in Highfields are below the national benchmark, with a median of $49,645 and an average of $60,075. This is lower than Regional Qld's median income of $53,146 and average income of $66,593. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates stand at approximately $55,285 for the median and $66,900 for the average as of March 2026. Census data shows household income is at the 65th percentile ($1,994 weekly), while personal income is at the 49th percentile.
Income metrics show 33.1% of the population (3,238 individuals) earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, close to the broader region where 31.7% are in this category. After paying for housing, residents keep 88.7% of their income, indicating healthy buying power, and the area is positioned in the 7th decile for SEIFA income rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Highfields (Qld) had 2,990 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 39% are owned with a mortgage, 14% rented and 47% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $410 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,842 a month. Rent absorbs 20.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.3%. 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 mix of housing in Highfields, according to the latest Census, was 96.3% detached houses and 3.7% other housing types (semi-detached, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to Regional Qld's breakdown of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options. The level of home ownership in Highfields was significantly higher than the Regional Qld average, standing at 46.8%, with the remaining properties either under a mortgage (39.0%) or rented (14.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was much higher than the Regional Qld average at $1,842, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $410, compared to Regional Qld averages of $1,655 and $345.
On a national level, Highfields's mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, whereas weekly rents are above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Highfields (Qld) counted 2,990 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,414 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 38% are couples with children, against 40% couples without children. 14% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 84.8%, which includes 37.9% couples with children, 39.5% couples without children, and 6.9% single parent households. Non-family arrangements account for the remaining 15.2% of homes, with lone person households representing 14.3% and group housing making up 1.0% of the total. The median household size of 2.8 individuals is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
26.0% of adults in Highfields (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 18.0% with a bachelor degree and 4.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 25.0% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 3,302 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,039 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The educational profile of this community is a standout within the region, with university graduation rates (26.0% of residents aged 15+) sitting above the Rest of Qld average of 20.6%, highlighting the local focus on tertiary education. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 18.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.4%) and graduate diplomas (3.6%). Vocational and technical skills are also strongly represented, with 37.5% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (25.0%). Enrollment rates in education are high, with 29.2% of the population currently undertaking formal study.
This comprises 11.1% in high school, 10.4% in primary school, and 3.4% enrolled in higher education programs.
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Public transport in Highfields (Qld) reaches 54 stops on 1 route, timetabled for about 100 services a week. The typical home sits about 430 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.9 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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Public transit records show 54 active passenger stops operating in Highfields, consisting of a mix of bus services. These stops are served by 1 separate routes, which combine to offer 100 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is classified as moderate, with residents living an average of 432 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is primarily a commuter suburb, most workers travel outside the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 96%. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.9 cars per home, which is above the regional average.
A relatively low 11.1% of residents work from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting COVID-19 settings). Transit service frequency averages 14 trips daily across all routes, which translates to approximately 1 weekly trip per passenger stop.
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65.7% of residents in Highfields (Qld) report no long-term health condition. 4.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.3 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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Highfields displays strong health metrics, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness rates, with the frequency of common health conditions being low across the general population and close to national averages for older, higher-risk groups, while the rate of private health insurance coverage is relatively low at approximately 51% of the population (~4,990 people). Arthritis and asthma are the most common medical diagnoses in the area, affecting 9.9 and 7.9% of residents, respectively, while 65.7% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Health profiles for working-age residents are generally typical. The population includes 26.5% of residents aged 65 and over (2,592 people), which is higher than the Regional Qld level of 20.4%. Health outcomes among seniors are higher than average, though they rank lower nationally than the rest of the local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Highfields (Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 88.0% of residents, with 3.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.1%) and Australian (26.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Highfields displays lower cultural diversity metrics than average, with 88.0% of residents born in Australia, 94.2% holding citizenship, and 96.5% speaking only English in the home. Christianity is the dominant religion in Highfields, representing 68.4% of residents, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Regarding parent birthplaces, the three most common ancestry groups in Highfields are English at 31.1% of the population, Australian at 26.7%, and Irish at 10.4%. There are also notable differences in the shares of other ancestral heritages: German is highly represented at 8.6% of Highfields (compared to 4.7% regionally), Scottish is at 10.0% (compared to 7.8%), and Welsh is at 0.6% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Highfields (Qld) is 45, older than 80% of areas nationally. 19.7% 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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With a median age of 45, the suburb of Highfields (Qld) is significantly older than the Regional Qld average of 41 and sits well above the national median of 38. The age distribution shows that the 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented (14.3%), while the 25 - 34 group is smaller (8.2%) than what is typically seen in Regional Qld. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 7.4% to 9.3% of the total population, while the 25 to 34 group rose from 7.1% to 8.2%.
In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 14.7% to 12.4% and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 14.5% to 12.7%. Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate major shifts in the age structure of the suburb of Highfields (Qld). The 75 to 84 group is projected to lead this shift, growing by 63% (576 people) to reach 1,486, up from 909. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 cohort is expected to show minimal growth of just 2% (21 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Highfields (Qld)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 16 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 Aug 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 — 539 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,568 at the 2021 Census → 9,784 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 (SAL31330). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.