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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 AreaSearch evaluations combining broader ABS demographic updates and post-Census validated address counts, the suburb of Idalia has reached an estimated 4,912 residents as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 349 people (7.6%) compared to the 2021 Census total of 4,563 people. This assessment draws upon an estimated resident population of 4,910 established from the ABS June 2025 ERP release, alongside 18 validated new addresses recorded following the Census date. Consequently, population density stands at 1,449 persons per square kilometer, tracking higher than the benchmark average across nationwide locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
Outpacing the broader SA4 region (7.2%), the suburb of Idalia's 7.6% expansion positions it as a local growth pacesetter. Net interstate migration served as the principal demographic catalyst, delivering roughly 46.0% of recent population additions, though natural increase and overseas arrivals also made positive contributions. SA2-level projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia (published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline) are utilised by AreaSearch. For intervals beyond 2032 or locations unaddressed by these datasets, projections from the Queensland State Government (released in 2023 utilizing 2021 data) are integrated. Because the state figures omit age-specific breakdowns, AreaSearch allocates proportional weighting by cohort using the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data). Looking forward, the suburb of Idalia is anticipated to exceed median demographic expansion for regional areas across the country, with aggregated SA2-tier modeling projecting an influx of 905 persons to 2041, representing a cumulative rise of 18.4% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
29 new dwellings have been approved in Idalia over the past five years, an average of 5 a year. That is 1.4 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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ABS residential building approval figures compiled by AreaSearch indicate that Idalia has averaged roughly 5 new residential approvals annually, delivering an estimated total of 29 dwellings across the past 5 financial years. Within FY-25 to date, 8 approvals have been registered. Between FY-21 and FY-25, the area recorded an average of 11.8 new residents for each constructed residence, demonstrating a clear imbalance where demand exceeds new supply—a dynamic that typically heightens buyer competition and lifts local prices. Concurrently, newly approved homes carry an average estimated construction value of $283,000, sitting below regional benchmarks and pointing to comparatively affordable building costs.
Furthermore, non-residential activity shows solid momentum, with $15.4 million in commercial building approvals authorized during the current financial year. Residential development in Idalia tracks substantially below the Rest of Qld benchmark, with per-capita approval volumes trailing regional averages by 67.0%. Such limited construction volume generally constrains housing availability, bolstering values and interest for established residences. This below-average output at a national scale reflects a fully established urban footprint alongside potential planning limitations. In terms of composition, freestanding houses represent 83.0% of recent approvals, while medium to high-density formats comprise 17.0%, sustaining traditional neighbourhood character tailored to family-oriented space requirements. Recording roughly 892 people per dwelling approval, the market exhibits mature structural characteristics. Longer-term demographic forecasts indicate that Idalia will add 903 residents by 2041 based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly update. Should construction continue at its existing pace, the pipeline of new housing will likely trail population gains, placing upward pressure on property values and intensifying buyer competition across the suburb.
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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Strategic planning initiatives, public infrastructure projects, and capital works play a defining role in shaping regional property dynamics and local economic momentum. AreaSearch has highlighted a total of 7 projects positioned to influence the surrounding district. Notable developments include the Wulguru Group Stuart Facility Expansion, Townsville Connection Road (Stuart Drive), University Road to Bowen Road Bridge (Idalia) Upgrade, Kirwan Health Campus Expansion, and the GEON Build-to-Rent at Fairfield & Co, with the principal undertakings 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.
2,875 residents of Idalia are employed, from a labour force of 2,898. Unemployment sits at 0.8%, with participation at 72.3%. 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 4,335, 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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Idalia maintains a highly qualified labour pool with substantial representation across core service sectors and an exceptionally low jobless rate of 0.8%, according to AreaSearch regional aggregations. As of March 2026, employed residents count 2,875 individuals. The local unemployment level sits 3.1% below the 3.9% recorded across Regional Qld, while the labour participation rate is elevated at 72.3% against the Regional Qld benchmark of 64.2%. In addition, Census records indicate that 6.0% of workers performed their roles from home, a metric influenced by prevailing Covid-19 restrictions at the time. The primary employment sectors among local workers are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, as well as education & training.
The area exhibits a strong concentration in public administration & safety, where the local workforce share is 3.3 times the regional average. Conversely, building trades represent a smaller footprint, accounting for 5.8% of employment versus 10.1% across the broader region. Disparities between local resident counts and Census workplace numbers indicate that the predominantly residential locality contains limited on-site employment opportunities. Evaluating combined SALM and ABS statistics across broader statistical boundaries, AreaSearch notes that over the 12-month period the local labour pool contracted by 2.0% while total employment declined by 1.8%, causing the unemployment rate to drop by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld experienced a 0.1% rise in employment, a 0.3% increase in the workforce, and a 0.1 percentage point uptick in unemployment. Broader labor market projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide additional context on future workforce trajectories. At the national level, employment is anticipated to grow by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying by sector. When applied to Idalia's local industry composition, this modeling points to potential employment gains of 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years (representing an illustrative sectoral weighting model that excludes localized population changes).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
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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ATO figures aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 establish that the suburb of Idalia ranks among the top-earning areas nationally. Taxpayers in the suburb of Idalia generated a median income of $79,557 alongside an average income of $93,581, compared to Regional Qld benchmarks of $53,146 and $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, updated figures reach roughly $88,595 for median earnings and $104,212 for average earnings as of March 2026. Across household, family, and personal metrics, Census findings place local incomes in the 91st to 93rd percentiles nationwide.
In terms of earnings brackets, 38.3% of individuals (1,881 individuals) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly band, aligning with the regional proportion of 31.7%. Top earners are prominently featured, with 39.1% earning above $3,000 per week, reflecting significant purchasing capacity. Housing costs consume 13.6% of income, while overall earnings place residents in the 91st percentile for disposable funds and the 8th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
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 latest Census, separate houses constituted 79.9% of Idalia's residential stock, while semi-detached homes, units, and alternative formats accounted for 20.1%, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings throughout Regional Qld. Outright home ownership trailed the wider region at 18.5%, with mortgaged properties comprising 38.4% and rental accommodations making up 43.1%. Typical monthly mortgage commitments stood at $1,920, exceeding the Regional Qld level of $1,655 and the national benchmark of $1,863. Similarly, typical weekly rent reached $400, surpassing both the Regional Qld median of $345 and the Australian figure 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 constitute the vast majority of local living arrangements, representing 75.4% of households; this includes couples with children (37.6%), couples without children (28.2%), and single parent arrangements (9.0%). Non-family setups make up the remaining 24.6%, consisting of single-person households at 17.4% and shared group homes at 7.2%. The typical household comprises 2.7 people, tracking above the Regional Qld standard 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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Tertiary attainment in Idalia tracks well above regional standards, with 34.8% of individuals aged 15+ possessing higher education credentials, compared against 20.1% in the SA4 region and 20.6% across Rest of Qld. This solid academic foundation supports strong participation in professional and knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees constitute the largest share at 24.3%, accompanied by postgraduate qualifications at 7.7% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Technical qualifications are also prevalent, with 32.6% of the population aged 15+ holding vocational certifications, including 11.0% with advanced diplomas and 21.6% with certificates. Formal study participation is widespread throughout the community, with 33.6% of residents attending an educational institution.
This cohort includes 11.5% engaged in primary schooling, 9.3% in secondary programs, and 7.5% enrolled in higher education or vocational courses.
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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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Public transit infrastructure in Idalia encompasses 9 active bus stops across the network. These facilities are connected by 3 separate transit routes, providing a combined schedule of 165 weekly passenger trips. Overall transport connectivity is solid, with local dwellings situated an average distance of 357 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the suburb's residential focus, outward travel is standard, with private vehicles serving as the primary mode of travel for 94% of trips. Households maintain an average of 1.6 vehicles. Furthermore, 6.0% of workers indicated working from home during the 2021 Census, a figure that may reflect pandemic-related travel restrictions.
Transit schedules across all local lines provide an average volume of 23 trips daily, translating to approximately 18 weekly departures per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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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 metrics covering mortality and chronic illness, Idalia registers favorable health outcomes, marked by a low incidence of chronic illnesses across older and vulnerable demographics. Furthermore, private healthcare coverage is substantial, held by approximately 64% of the population (3,157 people), which exceeds the Regional Qld rate of 52.5% as well as the national standard of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions represent the most frequently reported health concerns, affecting 6.3% and 7.5% of the local population respectively, whereas 76.4% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Working-age cohorts show notable overall wellness with minimal chronic illness. Seniors aged 65 and over account for 9.3% of the community (456 people), representing a smaller demographic segment than the 20.3% observed regionally, while also sitting lower against national population benchmarks.
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 high cultural diversity, with 20.1% of residents born abroad and 13.5% speaking a language other than English in their households. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, encompassing 54.0% of the population. In relative terms, Hinduism displays the most pronounced concentration, accounting for 3.2% of residents compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. Regarding reported parental heritage, the leading ancestral backgrounds in Idalia are English (27.8%), Australian (24.6%), and Irish (8.2%). The locality also demonstrates distinct representation across several other cultural lineages, with Italian background accounting for 5.5% (versus 2.4% regionally), Korean ancestry at 1.6% (compared to 0.2% across the region), and Spanish heritage at 0.6% (versus 0.3% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Idalia is 32, younger than 90% of areas nationally. 34.9% 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 demographic profile in Idalia leans towards younger cohorts. AreaSearch estimates for August 2026 indicate that 34.2% of the population comprises individuals aged 25 - 44, compared to 25.5% across Regional Qld, while residents aged 65+ make up 9.3%, well below the regional proportion of 20.4%. As at August 2026, the median age is estimated at 32, matching the 2021 Census outcome, sitting 9 years lower than the Regional Qld Census median of 41, and below the Australian median of 38. Since the Census, the share of adults aged 25 - 44 has risen from 32.2% to an estimated 34.2%.
Projections to 2041 indicate that this 25 - 44 cohort will experience the greatest expansion, adding 465 residents (28%) to reach 2,145.
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 Oct 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 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 3 months ago 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 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 18 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 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 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 (SAL31380). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.