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Lawnton has an estimated 6,941 residents, up from 5,905 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,036 people, or 17.5%. Growth has averaged 2.9% a year over five years, faster than 88% of areas nationally. 360 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 54.0% of that increase. That puts 854 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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Analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside new address points validated by AreaSearch since the Census, indicates the suburb of Lawnton has a population of approximately 6,941 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 1,036 people (17.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 5,905 residents. The change is calculated from a resident population of 6,853 estimated by AreaSearch after examining the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and incorporating an additional 360 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level results in a density of 853 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical averages across locations monitored by AreaSearch.
The suburb of Lawnton's 17.5% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the national average (9.3%) as well as the SA3 area, establishing it as a growth leader in the region. Recent population gains were driven mainly by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 54.0% of the overall increase, though all sources including overseas arrivals and natural increase contributed positively. AreaSearch incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 areas without this data, and for periods beyond 2032, Queensland State Government projections released in 2023 based on 2021 data are used. Because these state projections lack age-specific breakdowns, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings based on the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (using 2022 data) for each age cohort. Looking at future demographic trends, the suburb of Lawnton is projected to experience exceptional growth, ranking in the top 10 percent of national areas, with a forecasted increase of 3,405 persons by 2041 based on aggregated SA2 projections, representing a total expansion of 47.8% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
479 new dwellings have been approved in Lawnton over the past five years, an average of 95 a year. That places the area in the 87th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 14 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 79 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 86% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 98, 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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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical area datasets, Lawnton averages approximately 95 residential approvals annually, with an estimated total of 479 homes approved over the past 5 financial years. For the current FY-26 period, 90 approvals have been documented. With an average of 1.9 new residents per constructed dwelling over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), local supply and demand remain well balanced, supporting stable market conditions. The average expected construction cost for these new properties is $333,000. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $7.8 million have been registered during this financial year, highlighting that the area remains predominantly residential.
Compared to Greater Brisbane, development activity per person in Lawnton is 190.0% higher, offering purchasers a wide range of options. This rate is also significantly higher than the national level, pointing to strong developer confidence. Recent residential approvals consist of 86.0% detached houses and 14.0% attached dwellings, maintaining the established low-density layout dominated by family residences. Developers are building a higher proportion of detached houses than the existing stock mix (69.0% at Census), showing that demand for traditional family homes remains strong despite densification trends. A ratio of approximately 67 people per approved dwelling is characteristic of a growth corridor. Long-term demographic forecasts show Lawnton adding 3,317 residents by 2041 based on the latest quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Residential construction is keeping pace with this projected growth, though incoming residents may face rising competition for housing as the population grows.
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AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Lawnton, worth an estimated $4.68 billion. A further 74 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $36.7 billion. 28 are already under construction and 25 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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Local infrastructure projects, planning schemes, and major developments have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 30 projects expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include the Strathpine Major Regional Activity Centre Master Plan, Petrie Central Retail and Residential Precinct Expansion, Les Hughes Sports Complex Master Plan Implementation, and the Strathpine-Samford Road Intersection Safety Upgrade.
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Strathpine Major Regional Activity Centre Master Plan
The Strathpine Major Regional Activity Centre (MRAC) Master Plan is a long-term strategic framework adopted by the City of Moreton Bay (formerly Moreton Bay Regional Council) to guide the transformation of Strathpine into a higher-density, transit-oriented mixed-use centre. The plan focuses development around Strathpine and Bray Park railway stations and along Gympie Road, and sets out a network of 'spines' including a Civic Spine linking the South Pine River to the rail station, a Centre Spine of urban plazas along Gympie Road, a Recreation Spine, an Environmental Spine along Four Mile Creek, and a Park Spine, all knitted together by a Green Web of streets and open space.The master plan informs the Strathpine Centre zone provisions in the MBRC Planning Scheme. In January 2026 Council resolved to replace the decade-old MBRC Planning Scheme 2016 with a new city-wide planning scheme, which will carry the master plan's intent forward through revised statutory controls.
Les Hughes Sports Complex Master Plan Implementation
Redevelopment of the Les Hughes Sports Complex netball building in Bray Park, delivering a modern clubhouse for the Pine Rivers Netball Association. Supported by local, state, and federal funding, the project features change rooms, a canteen, clubroom, tiered seating, and 74 new parking spaces.
Gateway to Bruce Upgrade (G2BU)
The Gateway to Bruce Upgrade (G2BU) is a massive infrastructure program merging the Gateway Motorway (Bracken Ridge to Pine River) and Bruce Highway (Stage 1) upgrades. The project involves widening the Gateway Motorway, reconfiguring the Bracken Ridge curve for 100 km/h speeds, and replacing the Wyampa Road overpass with a new road under the motorway. It also features a major upgrade to the Gateway Motorway/Bruce Highway/Gympie Arterial Road interchange, along with significant active transport pathways and fauna protection measures like underpasses and fencing for the Tinchi Tamba Wetlands.Construction is scheduled to begin in late 2026, subject to environmental approvals.
Pantex Student Accommodation - Young Street
8-storey purpose-built student accommodation tower providing 296 beds across 162 units to serve the UniSC Moreton Bay campus. The development features study areas, recreation facilities, open corridors for natural ventilation, and 52 basement car parks.
Strathpine Centre Redevelopment
Centre-wide redevelopment of Strathpine Centre delivering an Entertainment and Leisure Precinct, new and upgraded casual dining, cinema improvements and family entertainment (bowling and arcade), plus provisions for a child care centre. Works were staged from 2020 and key tenancies opened from mid-2021.
Strathpine-Samford Road Intersection Safety Upgrade
Safety improvement project for Strathpine-Samford Road, Eatons Crossing Road and Mount Samson Road intersection with $75.2 million funding commitment from Australian Government. Includes traffic signals, turning lanes, pedestrian facilities and cycling infrastructure to reduce accidents and improve traffic flow.
50-52 Connors Street Apartments
Approved development for a six-storey residential building comprising 24 apartments (18 x 2-bed, 5 x 1-bed, 1 x 3-bed). The site, located near the Petrie USC campus, was sold with development approval in October 2023.
Moreton Bay Central (formerly The Mill at Moreton Bay) - Knowledge and Innovation Precinct
Moreton Bay Central is a 460-hectare Priority Development Area transforming the former Petrie paper mill site into a major knowledge and innovation precinct north of Brisbane. Led by Millovate over a 20-year staged delivery, the masterplan features the UniSC Moreton Bay campus, a private health precinct, commercial spaces, 3,400 dwellings, and the Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
3,346 residents of Lawnton are employed, from a labour force of 3,739. Unemployment sits at 10.5%, with participation at 67.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% 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. 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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Lawnton has a balanced workforce representation across both white-collar and blue-collar roles, with a strong presence of essential service workers. The unemployment rate stands at 10.5% and job growth reached 1.7% over the past year, according to statistical area data aggregated by AreaSearch. In March 2026, there were 3,346 working residents. The unemployment rate sits 6.2% higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, indicating potential for labor market improvement, while participation is slightly lower at 67.2% compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.4%. Census figures show that 13.5% of working residents operated from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic lockdown measures.
The local workforce is heavily concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 5.0% of local workers, compared to 8.9% across Greater Brisbane. While there are local job opportunities, the ratio of Census working population to the local population suggests a significant number of residents travel to external areas for work. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data for the broader statistical region, employment rose by 1.7% and the labor force grew by 0.8% over the 12 months ending March 2026, leading to a 0.9 percentage point decrease in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Brisbane experienced a 3.2% increase in employment, a 3.4% expansion of the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point rise in unemployment. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide further context on potential local workforce trends. These five and ten-year projections have been mapped against the local industry profile to estimate future growth. Nationally, employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment in Lawnton could increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, assuming national trends apply locally without factoring in local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Lawnton is $1,371 a week (about $71,000 a year), with median personal income at $747 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,039 a year against an average of $55,611. 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 data released for financial year 2023, tax-paying residents in the suburb of Lawnton have a median income of $51,039 and an average income of $55,611. These figures sit below national benchmarks, comparing to a median of $58,236 and an average of $72,799 in Greater Brisbane. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 are approximately $56,837 for the median and $61,928 for the average. Census data places household, family, and personal incomes in the modest 25th to 38th percentile range.
The largest income group comprises 32.9% of local taxpayers (2,283 people) earning in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which closely tracks the Greater Brisbane share of 33.3%. Affordability pressures are significant, leaving residents with only 80.8% of their income after housing costs, ranking in the 22nd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Lawnton had 2,314 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 69% detached houses and 6% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 21% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $320 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 23.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing stock in Lawnton at the last Census consisted of 69.2% detached houses and 30.8% alternative housing types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwellings), compared to Brisbane metro's split of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership was lower than the metropolitan average at 21.1%, with remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (36.9%) or renting (42.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,517, which is lower than the metropolitan median of $1,863. The median weekly rent was $320, compared to the Brisbane metro median of $380.
On a national level, monthly mortgage payments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Lawnton counted 2,314 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,720 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 22% couples without children. 30% 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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Families make up 65.3% of all households in the area, consisting of couples with children (24.5%), couples without children (22.3%), and single-parent households (16.9%). Non-family households account for the remaining 34.7%, with single-person households representing 30.4% and group shared households at 4.5%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
16.2% of adults in Lawnton hold a university qualification, including 11.6% with a bachelor degree and 2.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 30.9% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,059 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 975 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 region shows lower rates of higher education, with university qualification levels at 16.2% compared to the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This presents a clear opportunity for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 11.6%, with postgraduate qualifications at 2.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational and technical training is prominent, with 42.2% of residents aged 15 and over holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.3%) and certificates (30.9%). Enrolment rates are high, with 28.3% of local residents actively participating in formal education.
This includes 9.7% of the population in primary school, 7.7% in high school, and 4.1% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Lawnton reaches 48 stops on 36 routes, timetabled for about 2,000 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 1.2 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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There are 48 active public transport stops within Lawnton, offering a combination of train and bus services. These facilities are serviced by 36 separate routes, providing 1,955 weekly passenger journeys. Transport links are highly accessible, with residents living an average of 183 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, with most workers commuting out of the area; private vehicles are the main transport method at 80%, while 13% of commuters use trains. Households average 1.2 vehicles, which is lower than the regional average. A total of 13.5% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data collected during pandemic conditions.
Weekly public transport services average 279 journeys per day across all active routes, representing approximately 40 weekly departures per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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61.0% of residents in Lawnton report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 92% of areas nationally. 8.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health challenges are present in Lawnton, according to AreaSearch evaluations of mortality rates and chronic health conditions, which impact both younger and older cohorts. The rate of private health insurance is relatively low, covering approximately 49% of the population (~3,417 people). This is below the Greater Brisbane average of 55.8% and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most common medical diagnoses, affecting 12.4% and 9.5% of residents, respectively. A total of 61.0% of the population reported no chronic medical issues, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
The working-age cohort has elevated rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.9% of the population (1,034 people), with senior health outcomes ranking in line with broader national trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Lawnton is largely Australian-born, at 80.5% of residents, with 8.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.8%) and Australian (28.0%). 3.5% 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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Cultural diversity metrics are lower than average in Lawnton, where citizens represent 87.1% of the population, 80.5% of residents were born in Australia, and 92.0% speak only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, accounting for 44.6% of the population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in the Other religious category, representing 1.0% of residents compared to 1.3% in Greater Brisbane. The most common ancestry backgrounds reported are English (28.8%), Australian (28.0%), and Scottish (8.1%). Minor differences from regional averages include Maori ancestry at 1.3% of the population (compared to 1.1% regionally), New Zealand ancestry at 1.1% (compared to 1.0% regionally), and Samoan ancestry at 0.7% (compared to 0.9% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Lawnton is 36. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 29.2% 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 of residents is 36 years, matching the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and sitting below the national median of 38. The 0 - 4 age cohort is strongly represented at 6.2% compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 55 - 64 age bracket is less common at 9.7%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age group has increased from 13.3% to 15.0% of the population, whereas the 65 to 74 cohort has decreased from 8.8% to 7.5%. Projections for 2041 suggest changes in age structure, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 564 people (66%) from 853 to 1,418.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Lawnton
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 6 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 — 360 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,905 at the 2021 Census → 6,941 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 (SAL31647). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.