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Ipswich has an estimated 2,571 residents, up from 2,468 at the 2021 Census — a change of 103 people, or 4.2%. That puts 615 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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Based on examination of ABS population updates for the wider region, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Ipswich's population is estimated at around 2,571 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 103 people (4.2%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,468 people. The variation is derived from the resident population of 2,570, estimated by AreaSearch following analysis of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 10 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This level of population equates to a density ratio of 615 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration that contributed approximately 76.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Moving forward with demographic trends, exceptional growth, placing in the top 10 percent of national areas, is predicted over the period with the suburb of Ipswich expected to increase by 1,653 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting with an increase of 64.3% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
29 new dwellings have been approved in Ipswich over the past five years, an average of 5 a year. That is 2.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 4, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers, allocated from statistical area data, Ipswich has seen around 5 new homes approved per year, with an estimated 29 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 4 so far in FY-26. Given an average of 1.4 new residents per year per dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), supply and demand appear well-balanced, creating stable market conditions, though recent data shows this has moderated to 0.8 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, suggesting improved supply-demand balance.
New homes are being built at an average value of $444,000, showing that developers are focusing on the premium market with high-end developments. Additionally, $161.4 million in commercial development approvals have been recorded this financial year, suggesting robust local business investment. When measured against Greater Brisbane, Ipswich shows substantially reduced construction (80.0% below regional average per person). This constrained new construction usually reinforces demand and pricing for existing properties, though development activity has picked up in recent periods. This is likewise lower than nationally, reflecting market maturity and pointing to possible development constraints. New building activity shows 57.0% detached dwellings and 43.0% townhouses or apartments, featuring an increasing blend of attached housing types offering choices across price ranges, from spacious family homes to more accessible compact options. With around 257 people per dwelling approval, Ipswich shows characteristics of a low density area. Future projections show Ipswich adding 1,652 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially heightening buyer competition and supporting price increases.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Ipswich, worth an estimated $1.01 billion. A further 24 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $97 billion. 14 are already under construction and 11 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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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Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects and planning initiatives. In total 13 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Ipswich Hospital Expansion Stage 2, Ipswich Better Bus Network, Ipswich Smart City Program, and Brassall Bikeway Stage 6 Extension, with the below list detailing those likely to be of most relevance.
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Ipswich Hospital Expansion Stage 2
A major expansion delivering 200 new beds and a multi-storey acute clinical services building. Key features include a new Emergency Department, six operating theatres, a satellite medical imaging service, and a Central Sterilisation Service Department. Internal fit-outs began on lower levels in late 2025, with major structural work continuing into 2026 to support the fast-growing West Moreton population.
Ipswich Better Bus Network
A three-stage bus network improvement program for Ipswich funded by a $70 million state investment. Stage 1 commenced in November 2025, introducing four new routes (501, 520, 522, 523) and upgrades to existing services, benefiting over 42,300 residents. Stage 2 (late 2026) and Stage 3 (2027) are in planning to extend services to Yamanto, Ripley, and Karalee.
Ipswich Smart City Program
The Ipswich Smart City Program is a city-wide digital transformation initiative integrated into the iFuture 2021-2026 Corporate Plan. Key 2026 developments include a 2.51 million dollar upgrade to 90 new pay-by-plate smart parking meters with real-time digital enforcement integration. The program continues to expand its IoT sensor network for flood monitoring and environmental data, while Fire Station 101 serves as a central hub for digital innovation and community events like Flood Fest 2026. The initiative aims to enhance liveability through smart lighting, public Wi-Fi, and a centralized city data platform.
Brassall Bikeway Stage 6 Extension
Stage 6 delivers the final missing link of the Brassall Bikeway, connecting the existing pathway at North Ipswich to the Ipswich CBD across the Bremer River. The scope includes a dedicated lift and ramp infrastructure linking the riverbank bikeway level directly to the Bradfield Bridge. Once completed, it creates a continuous 14km active transport network linking Brassall and Wulkuraka to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail and Ipswich central.
North Ipswich Sport and Entertainment Precinct
Stage 1 focuses on the redevelopment of the North Ipswich Reserve, featuring a new contemporary Western Grandstand with a minimum of 2,000 seats, new field lighting, and upgraded player facilities including changerooms and medical rooms. As of May 2026, the project is undergoing community consultation for its formal designation as a Major Sport, Recreation and Entertainment Facility. This first phase is a critical step toward the long-term vision of a 12,000-seat boutique rectangular stadium to support the Brisbane 2032 Olympic legacy.
Scenic Views Estate Brassall
Residential development project in Brassall featuring family homes with scenic views. Development includes infrastructure for roads, utilities, and landscaping to support new housing in growing Springfield-Ipswich corridor. Situated just 6km northwest of the Ipswich CBD, enjoying wonderful district views of the surrounding bushland, with great access to the Warrego Highway and Ipswich rail lines.
Cross Street Kerb and Channel Rehabilitation
Reconstruction of kerb, channel, and road pavement on a section of Cross Street, Raceview. This project is part of Ipswich City Council's 2025-2026 Capital Works Program focused on rehabilitating aging infrastructure in established suburbs. The work includes full pavement reconstruction to improve drainage, road condition, and safety for road users and pedestrians.
Raceview Rise
Boutique residential land release offering 22 generously sized lots ranging from 450 sqm to 800 sqm in a family-friendly cul-de-sac position. Located in an established pocket of Raceview, the development features fully serviced lots with water, sewerage, underground power, and NBN coverage. Positioned just 6km from Ipswich CBD with convenient access to schools, parks, shopping centers, and transport links including arterial roads and rail connections to Brisbane, Toowoomba, and the Gold and Sunshine Coasts.
1,190 residents of Ipswich are employed, from a labour force of 1,334. Unemployment sits at 10.8%, with participation at 59.9%. 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 7,734, about 3.0 times the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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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Ipswich features a skilled workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, an unemployment rate of 10.8%, and 13.3% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,190 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 6.5% above Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%, showing room for improvement, and workforce participation lags significantly (59.9% compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.4%). Based on Census responses, a moderate 13.5% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.
The key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The area demonstrates particularly notable concentration in health care & social assistance, with employment levels at 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, construction shows lower representation at 6.7% versus the regional average of 9.0%. With 4.5 workers for every resident, as at the Census, the area functions as an employment hub, hosting more jobs than residents and attracting workers from surrounding areas. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, the 12-month period saw employment increasing by 13.3% alongside labour force increasing by 9.5%, resulting in unemployment fall by 3.0 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.2%, labour force growth of 3.4%, with unemployment rising 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Ipswich. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Ipswich's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.3% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Ipswich is $1,134 a week (about $59,000 a year), with median personal income at $593 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $42,670 a year against an average of $47,603. 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 suburb of Ipswich's income level is lower than average on a national basis according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The suburb of Ipswich's median income among taxpayers is $42,670 and the average income stands at $47,603, which compares to figures for Greater Brisbane's of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $47,517 (median) and $53,011 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes in Ipswich all fall between the 9th and 10th percentiles nationally.
The earnings profile shows the $400 - 799 bracket dominates with 25.8% of residents (663 people), unlike trends the region where 33.3% fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 80.0% of income remaining, ranking at the 7th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Ipswich had 891 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 68% detached houses and 15% apartments. 24% are owned with a mortgage, 57% rented and 19% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $250 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,500 a month. Rent absorbs 22.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling structure within Ipswich, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 67.7% houses and 32.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Brisbane metro's 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Ipswich was lagging that of Brisbane metro, at 18.7%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (24.2%) or rented (57.2%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well below the Brisbane metro average at $1,500, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $250, compared to Brisbane metro's $1,863 and $380.
Nationally, Ipswich's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Ipswich counted 891 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.1 people each. 18% are couples with children, fewer than in 91% of areas nationally, against 19% couples without children. 43% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households dominate at 52.0% of all households, comprising 18.1% couples with children, 18.5% couples without children, and 14.2% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 48.0%, with lone person households at 42.5% and group households comprising 5.5% of the total. The median household size of 2.1 people is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.5% of adults in Ipswich hold a university qualification, including 15.7% with a bachelor degree and 4.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 27.7% hold a vocational qualification. 8 schools serve the area, with 3,783 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 978 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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Educational qualifications in Ipswich trail regional benchmarks, with 22.5% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees compared to 30.5% in Greater Brisbane. This gap highlights potential for educational development and skills enhancement. Bachelor degrees lead at 15.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 37.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (27.7%). Educational participation is notably high, with 32.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.1% in secondary education, 8.6% in primary education, and 6.4% pursuing tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Ipswich reaches 40 stops on 77 routes, timetabled for about 3,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport analysis reveals 40 active transport stops operating within Ipswich comprising a mix of train and buses. These stops are serviced by 77 individual routes, collectively providing 3,172 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 179 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 79%, with 11% walking and 6% by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.0 per dwelling, below the regional average. Some 13.5% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).
Service frequency averages 453 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 79 weekly trips per individual stop.
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55.5% of residents in Ipswich report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 96% of areas nationally. 13.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 8.8 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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Critical health challenges are evident across Ipswich, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts , and the rate of private health cover found to be extremely low at approximately 46% of the total population (~1,184 people). This compares to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. The national average is 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 13.7 and 10.5% of residents, respectively, while 55.5% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 25.3% of residents aged 65 and over (650 people), which is higher than the 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Ipswich is largely Australian-born, at 82.4% of residents, with 9.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.3%) and Australian (22.9%). 5.6% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Ipswich was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 85.0% of its population being citizens, 82.4% born in Australia, and 90.8% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Ipswich was found to be Christianity, which makes up 48.4% of people in Ipswich. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.3% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane. In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Ipswich are English, comprising 28.3% of the population, Australian, comprising 22.9% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.5% of the population.
Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: German is notably overrepresented at 6.2% of Ipswich (vs 4.2% regionally), Australian Aboriginal at 5.6% (vs 2.1%) and Welsh at 0.7% (vs 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Ipswich is 45, older than 80% of areas nationally. 23.5% 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, Ipswich is notably exceeding the Greater Brisbane figure of 36 and is substantially exceeding the national norm of 38. The 65 - 74 age group shows strong representation at 12.0% compared to Greater Brisbane, whereas the 25 - 34 cohort is less prevalent at 10.5%. Following the 2021 Census, the 65 to 74 age group has grown from 10.2% to 12.0% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 13.8% to 11.5% and the 25 to 34 group dropped from 12.1% to 10.5%.
Demographic modeling suggests Ipswich's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. Leading the demographic shift, the 75 to 84 group will grow by 137% (306 people), reaching 530 from 223.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Ipswich
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 8 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 — 10 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,468 at the 2021 Census → 2,571 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 (SAL31405). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.