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Idalia has an estimated 4,912 residents, up from 4,563 at the 2021 Census — a change of 349 people, or 7.6%. Growth has averaged 1.6% a year over five years. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 46.0% of that increase. That puts 1,449 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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According to assessments of ABS population statistics for the surrounding district, combined with address records verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Idalia has a projected population of approximately 4,912 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 349 individuals (7.6%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,563 residents. This estimate is derived from a base population of 4,910 calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP data release, supplemented by 16 verified new addresses established after the Census. The resulting population density stands at 1,449 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical density of domestic areas analyzed by AreaSearch.
The 7.6% growth rate in the suburb of Idalia since the 2021 census outperformed the wider SA4 region (7.1%), establishing the area as a local growth frontrunner. This expansion was driven mostly by interstate relocations, which accounted for roughly 46.0% of the population increase in recent times, though positive gains were also recorded across overseas migration and natural population growth. Projections for each SA2 region published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline by the ABS and Geoscience Australia are utilized by AreaSearch. For SA2 territories excluded from that dataset, or for intervals past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and grounded in 2021 figures are implemented. Because these state-level projections lack age breakdown details, AreaSearch allocates age cohort growth proportionally using the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections based on 2022 data. Future demographic forecasts point to population expansion in the suburb of Idalia that exceeds the median for regional Australian territories, with the population anticipated to rise by 911 individuals by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level modeling, representing an overall increase of 18.5% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
30 new dwellings have been approved in Idalia over the past five years, an average of 6 a year. That is 1.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 8, 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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According to building approval figures from the ABS compiled across statistical areas by AreaSearch, Idalia averages about 6 home approvals annually, with a total of 30 residences approved over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 8 recorded so far during FY-26. With an average of 12.5 new residents arriving for every completed dwelling over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demand is outstripping supply, which tends to escalate prices and intensify buyer competition, even as new properties are constructed at a mean cost of $297,000—a figure below regional benchmarks that indicates more economical options for buyers.
Additionally, commercial development has shown moderate activity, with $15.4 million in approvals registered in the current financial year. In comparison to the Rest of Qld, construction activity in Idalia is notably subdued, tracking 69.0% below the regional per capita average. This minimal supply of new housing generally bolsters demand and values for existing residences. Development levels are also below the national average, suggesting a mature property market or possible constraints on building. Recent building approvals consist solely of detached houses, maintaining the suburban profile of the area and appealing to buyers seeking space. This construction focus on detached houses is more pronounced than the existing housing profile (80.0% at the Census), highlighting persistent demand for family residences despite rising density. The market shows established characteristics, with approximately 3272 residents for each residential approval. Demographic projections indicate the suburb of Idalia is set to add 909 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations by AreaSearch. If construction remains at its current pace, residential supply may not keep up with population growth, potentially heightening competition among buyers and supporting price appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Idalia, worth an estimated $115 million. A further 16 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.8 billion. 7 are already under construction and 4 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major works, and urban planning decisions represent significant drivers of local growth. AreaSearch has identified 7 projects in the vicinity that are expected to influence the local area. Prominent works include the Wulguru Group Stuart Facility Expansion, Townsville Connection Road (Stuart Drive), the University Road to Bowen Road Bridge (Idalia) Upgrade, the Kirwan Health Campus Expansion, and the GEON Build-to-Rent project at Fairfield & Co, with the primary details of these key projects outlined below.
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Wulguru Group Stuart Facility Expansion
Multi-stage expansion of Wulguru Group's 17 hectare Stuart manufacturing and engineering facility. Stage 1, including an 8,500 sqm heavy fabrication workshop, 2,000 sqm paint and blast facility and new head office, was completed in 2025. Stage 2 has development approval and will deliver rail wagon maintenance, locomotive maintenance, rail wheel workshop and rolling stock paint and blast facilities. The balance of the site is currently being developed with operations targeted during 2027.
Townsville Connection Road (Stuart Drive), University Road to Bowen Road Bridge (Idalia) Upgrade
Upgrade of Townsville Connection Road (Stuart Drive) to dual lanes between University Road and Bowen Road Bridge, including intersection upgrades at Gartrell Drive, Mervyn Crossman Drive/Fairfield Waters Drive, and Kokoda Street. Aims to improve safety, increase capacity, and reduce congestion.
Fairfield Business Precinct
Built business park within the Fairfield Precinct at Idalia, Townsville. Offers freehold and lease opportunities adjacent to major retailers including Bunnings and the Fairfield Central shopping centre. Tenants in the precinct include Liberty Fuel, Reece Plumbing, Bridgestone and Containers for Change. Ingenta indicates one prime allotment (Lot 2, 2/67 Lakeside Drive) remains for sale.
GEON Build-to-Rent at Fairfield & Co
Large-scale Build-To-Rent (BTR) project at Fairfield & Co, comprising two 12-storey apartment towers with 294 apartments and ground floor retail/commercial spaces. GEON plans North Queensland's first build-to-rent development featuring two towers, 294 apartments, and retail spaces at Fairfield & Co site. Part of the $125 million mixed-use Fairfield & Co precinct. Has received formal development approval from Townsville City Council.
Townsville Connection Road (Stuart Drive), Bowen Road Bridge (Idalia) Duplication
Duplication of the Bowen Road Bridge over the Ross River, adjacent to the existing bridge, to increase capacity from two to four lanes. Includes pavement upgrades, lighting, CCTV, and improved pedestrian and bike crossings.
Eden Park Estate
Premium acreage estate in Townsville's Northern Beaches offering large blocks ranging from 2000sqm to over 4000sqm. This master-planned park residential development provides a rural lifestyle combined with modern comfort, featuring town water and fully sewered lots.
Riverway Arts Centre and Library
Modern cultural facility providing community access to arts, library services, and cultural programs along the scenic Ross River precinct.
7-Eleven Mundingburra
A retail-led service station development on a brownfield redevelopment site in Mundingburra, Townsville. The project features a 240sqm 7-Eleven Convenience Store and three fuel pumps. It was a project delivered for Spring Projects.
2,882 residents of Idalia are employed, from a labour force of 2,905. Unemployment sits at 0.8%, with participation at 72.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,331, about 88% 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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Data aggregated from statistical areas by AreaSearch indicates that Idalia has a highly educated labor pool, strong representation in essential services, and an unemployment rate of only 0.8%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 2,882, while the unemployment rate sits 3.1% below the 3.9% recorded in Regional Qld. Furthermore, labor force participation is exceptionally high at 72.8%, compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data shows a modest 6.0% of the workforce operated from home, though this period was influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training.
The representation of public administration & safety is particularly strong, employing workers at 3.3 times the regional average rate. Conversely, the construction sector employs only 5.8% of local workers, which is below the Regional Qld level of 10.1%. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that this predominantly residential locality offers relatively few local jobs. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader statistical area shows that over the 12-month period, the local workforce contracted by 1.9% and total employment fell by 1.7%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. This trend differed from Regional Qld, which recorded a 0.1% rise in employment, a 0.3% increase in the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia help illustrate potential future demand patterns in Idalia. These five-year and ten-year national growth projections have been aligned with the local occupation mix. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sector growth rates vary. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce composition suggests employment for the area could rise by 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Idalia is $2,524 a week (about $131,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,240 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $79,557 a year against an average of $93,581. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Idalia earn a median income of $79,557 and an average income of $93,581. These figures are very high on a national scale and compare to a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593 across Regional Qld. Adjusted for a 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, estimated figures as of March 2026 would be roughly $88,595 for the median and $104,212 for the average. The 2021 Census highlights that personal, family, and household incomes in Idalia are positioned in the upper tier nationally, placing between the 91st and 93rd percentiles.
The largest income bracket consists of 38.3% of taxpayers earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (1,881 residents), which is comparable to the regional proportion of 31.7%. A substantial 39.1% of residents earn more than $3,000 weekly, indicating affluent segments that support local retail and commercial trade. Housing costs consume 13.6% of income, while high earnings place residents in the 91st percentile for disposable income, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 8th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Idalia had 1,604 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 19% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 43% rented and 19% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,920 a month, a total housing cost higher than 79% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 15.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 17.6%. 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, the residential mix in Idalia was composed of 79.9% detached houses and 20.1% alternative dwellings such as townhouses, apartments, and other configurations, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Idalia lagged behind the regional average at 18.5%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (38.4%) or renting (43.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,920 was significantly higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, and the median weekly rent of $400 also exceeded the regional figure of $345.
Nationally, mortgage costs in Idalia are above the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Idalia counted 1,604 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,727 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 38% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 17% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 75.4%, which includes 37.6% couples with children, 28.2% couples without children, and 9.0% single parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 24.6%, consisting of single-person households at 17.4% and group households at 7.2%. The median household size stands at 2.7 people, which is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
34.8% of adults in Idalia hold a university qualification, including 24.3% with a bachelor degree and 7.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 21.6% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 515 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 994 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 level of education in Idalia is notably higher than regional averages, with 34.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 20.1% in the SA4 region and 20.6% in the Rest of Qld. This strong educational profile positions the workforce well for professional, knowledge-based employment. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 24.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.7% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Vocational education is also well represented, with 32.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 11.0% and certificates at 21.6%.
Enrolment in education is high among local residents, with 33.6% of the population currently undertaking formal studies. This group is composed of 11.5% in primary schools, 9.3% in secondary schools, and 7.5% enrolled in higher education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Idalia reaches 9 stops on 3 routes, timetabled for about 170 services a week. The typical home sits about 360 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of public transport options reveals 9 active bus stops located within Idalia. These stops service 3 distinct routes, which combine to provide 165 weekly passenger journeys. Transport accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 357 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the suburban character of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars serving as the primary transport mode for 94% of trips. Motor vehicle ownership stands at 1.6 vehicles per household. A relatively low 6.0% of employed residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Public transport services run at an average frequency of 23 trips per day across the available routes, translating to roughly 18 weekly services for each transit stop.
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76.4% of residents in Idalia report no long-term health condition. 3.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 64.3% 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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Based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality and chronic disease rates, Idalia records favorable health outcomes, with low rates of common health conditions across older and vulnerable demographics. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, encompassing roughly 64% of the population (3,157 people), compared to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent diagnosed medical conditions among local residents are mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 7.5% and 6.3% of the population respectively. In contrast, 76.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
The working-age population exhibits good health profiles with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 9.1% of the population (446 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld level of 20.4%, and ranks lower nationally than the overall local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Idalia is largely Australian-born, at 79.9% of residents, with 13.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.8%) and Australian (24.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Idalia exhibits a higher level of cultural diversity than the regional average, with 20.1% of residents born outside Australia and 13.5% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, followed by 54.0% of the population. The most distinct religious variance is seen in Hinduism, which is practiced by 3.2% of residents compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Idalia are English at 27.8%, Australian at 24.6%, and Irish at 8.2%. The area also shows notable differences in specific ethnic backgrounds compared to the region, with Korean heritage representing 1.6% of the population (compared to 0.2% regionally), Italian heritage at 5.5% (compared to 2.4%), and Spanish heritage at 0.6% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Idalia is 31, younger than 90% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 35.4% 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 median age in Idalia is 31 years, making the population significantly younger than the Regional Qld median of 41 years and the national average of 38 years. The 25 to 34 age bracket is heavily represented at 18.8% of the population, whereas the 65 to 74 age group is less common at 5.7%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 demographic has increased from 16.7% to 18.8%, and the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 15.5% to 16.8%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 15.1% to 13.0%, and the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 13.9% to 12.1%.
Demographic projections for 2041 outline notable shifts, with the 25 to 34 age bracket expected to grow by 301 people (33%) from 923 to 1,225, while the 15 to 24 demographic is projected to experience a minor increase of 1% (10 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Idalia
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 | Jul 2026 last month all 4 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 Jul 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 — 16 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,563 at the 2021 Census → 4,912 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 (SAL31380). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.