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Mackay has an estimated 4,174 residents, up from 4,026 at the 2021 Census — a change of 148 people, or 3.7%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years. That puts 1,054 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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Drawing from the assessment of ABS population revisions for the surrounding region, combined with fresh addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Mackay has an estimated residency of approximately 4,174 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 148 people (3.7%) from the 4,026 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This variation is calculated from a resident base of 4,154, projected by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) along with an additional 23 validated new addresses since the Census date. Such a population size results in a density of 1,054 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical averages tracked by AreaSearch.
The primary driver of this population growth was overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 78.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2 locality, published in 2024 with 2022 as the anchor year. For SA2 territories lacking this coverage, and for any years after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 data are utilized. Because these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age bracket, AreaSearch distributes growth weights across age groups using the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, based on 2022 data). Looking at future demographic patterns, the suburb of Mackay is expected to experience population growth above the national median for regional areas, with an anticipated increase of 514 persons by 2041 according to compiled SA2-level projections, representing a total rise of 11.8% over the 16 years.
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The suburb of Mackay exhibits very quiet building trends, with an average of two residential approvals per year, totaling 13 dwellings over the five-year period. Minimal construction volumes of this nature are typical for rural locations where housing requirements are modest and building tasks are naturally constrained by local market demand and available infrastructure. It is worth noting that due to the low volume of approvals, solitary developments can have a major effect on yearly growth rates and comparison metrics. The suburb of Mackay displays far less building activity than the Rest of Qld, with development trends falling well short of national averages.
Furthermore, recent residential additions have consisted entirely of medium and high-density structures. Focusing on dense housing designs helps establish more accessible price points, catering to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This trend represents a clear departure from the existing housing stock (which currently stands at 27.0% houses), indicating a shrinking pool of buildable land while reflecting modern lifestyle shifts and the demand for more varied, affordable housing. With approximately 8308 people for each approved dwelling, the suburb of Mackay shows the traits of a highly mature property market. Future projections indicate the suburb of Mackay will add 494 residents up to 2041, according to the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If current building rates persist, the addition of new housing may struggle to keep pace with this influx, which could intensify competition among buyers and put upward pressure on prices.
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 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Mackay, worth an estimated $1.15 billion. A further 43 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.99 billion. 23 are already under construction and 19 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and sports & recreation. 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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Few elements shape local market performance as much as changes to regional infrastructure, major works, and municipal planning strategies. In total, AreaSearch has tracked 8 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Principal works include the Mackay Base Hospital Expansion, the Mackay State Development Area, the Mackay CBD Revitalization, and the Mackay Waterfront Priority Development Area, with the subsequent list outlining the most significant undertakings.
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Mackay Base Hospital Expansion
A major expansion of Mackay Base Hospital under the Queensland Government Hospital Rescue Plan. The project will deliver 128 additional beds, a new clinical services building, expanded women's health units, and child and adolescent units. Current active works include a temporary 80-space parking facility and the recommissioning of the on-site helipad to improve time-critical patient transfers. A new masterplan for the site is expected to be finalized by mid-2026.
Mackay State Development Area
907 hectares designated for renewable energy and biofutures industries. Supports regional economic diversification and sustainable aviation fuel production. Leverages Mackay's agricultural strengths for net-zero transition industries. Declared February 2024 with development scheme approved September 2024. The SDA incorporates two distinct areas: Racecourse Mill area (137 hectares) approximately 5km west of Mackay CBD, and Rosella area (770 hectares) located 10km south of Mackay CBD. Designed to become Queensland's home for emerging biocommodity industry.
Mackay Waterfront Priority Development Area (PDA)
A long-term urban transformation project revitalising Mackay's CBD and waterfront across five precincts. Current active works include the Sydney and River Streets intersection upgrade, Bluewater Trail enhancements, and the redevelopment of the 8 River Street site into a food and beverage destination. The project integrates streetscape improvements, public realm upgrades, and heritage preservation to drive private investment.
Mackay Waterfront Priority Development Area
The Mackay Waterfront PDA is a long-term, approximately 172 hectare urban renewal program for Mackay's city centre and waterfront, including the City Centre, Riverside, Enterprise, Queens Park and Beachside precincts. The project aims to reconnect central Mackay with the Pioneer River, support mixed-use development, inner-city living, tourism, hospitality and public realm upgrades. The PDA development scheme is in effect, council has launched an investment prospectus and endorsed the Mackay Waterfront Place Strategy, and current works focus on public realm upgrades, placemaking, riverside revitalisation and investment attraction.ReNew Mackay is a major private proposal within the area, with residential, retail and hospitality elements across multiple sites.
Mackay Waterfront Place Strategy - City Centre and Riverside Cultural Precinct
Council has adopted the Mackay Waterfront Place Strategy for the City Centre and Riverside precincts. The strategy provides a roadmap for short and long-term placemaking, public realm, cultural activation and waterfront revitalisation actions, including stronger links between the city centre and riverfront, creative lighting, signage, public art, events, evening economy initiatives and support for local businesses. Implementation is the current stage from 2025 onward, with projects and initiatives to be delivered incrementally.
Mackay Public Transport Hub
Concept for an integrated public transport interchange in Mackay combining bus services, taxi facilities, active transport connections and future public transport integration. As of the latest publicly available information, no active construction or funded delivery program has been identified and the proposal remains at the planning level.
Mackay Airport Redevelopment
A $60 million major redevelopment program transforming key facilities. Includes a $20 million runway overlay, $3 million terminal enhancement with increased capacity, a 190-space car park expansion, and the $32 million Milton Precinct commercial development.
Milton Precinct
Milton Precinct is a staged business, retail and mixed-use service hub being developed on Mackay Airport land holdings between the Mackay CBD and the emerging Bakers Creek community zone. Stage 1 civil works were completed in November 2025 at a cost of around 9.7 million dollars, activating 25,000 square metres of serviced lots with new roads and services. The first tenancies are scheduled to open in 2026, with further development rolling out through 2027 and 2028 and all commercial operators expected to come online over a 10-year period.The precinct will accommodate retail, food and beverage offerings, short-term worker accommodation, health care and other service providers, and light industrial uses. It is forecast to deliver 134.1 million dollars to the local economy in its first 10 years and support around 280 onsite jobs once operational, with new businesses expected to generate 42.5 million dollars in annual output. Milton Precinct sits within a broader 60 million dollar Mackay Airport infrastructure program that also includes a terminal transformation, a major runway overlay and expanded car parking, with the terminal upgrade starting in January 2026. Local family business Vassallo Constructions delivered the Stage 1 civil works.
2,183 residents of Mackay are employed, from a labour force of 2,460. Unemployment sits at 11.3%, with participation at 68.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 9,435, about 2.3 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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The suburb of Mackay features a skilled labor pool with strong representation in industrial and manufacturing fields, an unemployment rate of 11.3%, and an estimated job growth of 1.2% over the prior year, according to aggregated statistical data from AreaSearch. As of March 2026, there are 2,183 employed residents, while the unemployment rate stands at 7.3% above the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, indicating opportunities for labor market strengthening. Labor force participation is relatively typical, sitting at 68.0% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census data indicates that a modest 3.3% of the workforce operated from home, though the influence of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions should be kept in mind.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and retail trade. The workforce shows a distinct concentration in mining, employing residents at a rate 2.3 times the regional average. Conversely, education & training is under-represented, employing only 4.3% of the workforce in the suburb of Mackay compared to 9.1% across Regional Qld. Hosting 3.1 jobs for every resident at the time of the Census, the area acts as a central employment hub, drawing commuters from neighboring areas because it contains more positions than working residents. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from surrounding areas, during the 12 months ending March 2026, employment grew by 1.2% while the labor force expanded by 5.6%, leading to a rise in the unemployment rate of 3.9 percentage points. In comparison, Regional Qld experienced employment growth of 0.1%, labor force expansion of 0.3%, and an increase in unemployment of 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context on future labor demand for the suburb of Mackay. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been matched against the local job profile to estimate growth trajectories. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Applying these sectoral trends to the employment profile of the suburb of Mackay indicates local employment should rise by 6.2% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Mackay is $1,239 a week (about $64,000 a year), with median personal income at $835 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,931 a year against an average of $72,435. 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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Based on AreaSearch's compilation of the latest postcode-level ATO figures released for the financial year 2023, taxpaying residents in the suburb of Mackay recorded a median income of $57,931 and an average income of $72,435. These figures exceed the national averages and compare to median and average levels of $53,146 and $66,593 throughout Regional Qld. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since the financial year 2023, estimated incomes would be roughly $64,512 for the median and $80,664 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places local household incomes at the 16th percentile, whereas individual incomes rank higher at the 56th percentile.
The largest income bracket contains 27.9% of local residents (1,164 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, which is comparable to the wider region where 31.7% of taxpayers fall into this range. Affordability pressures are significant, leaving residents with only 81.3% of their income after housing costs, placing the area in the 14th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mackay had 1,618 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 27% detached houses and 29% apartments. 16% are owned with a mortgage, 67% rented and 17% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $270 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,387 a month. Rent absorbs 21.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in the suburb of Mackay at the time of the last Census consisted of 26.9% houses and 73.2% other housing types, such as apartments, semi-detached properties, and alternative dwellings, compared to Regional Qld where houses made up 76.4% and other dwellings constituted 23.6%. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Mackay stood behind the regional average at 17.1%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (15.8%) or rented (67.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment was notably lower than the Regional Qld average at $1,387, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $270, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively.
On a national level, mortgage costs in the suburb of Mackay are significantly below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are much lower than the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mackay counted 1,618 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 1.9 people each. 13% are couples with children, fewer than in 95% of areas nationally, against 20% couples without children. 48% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households constitute 45.9% of all occupied homes in the suburb of Mackay, including 13.1% couples with children, 20.1% couples without children, and 10.5% single parent families. The remaining 54.1% consist of non-family households, with single-person households representing 48.1% of the total and group households accounting for 6.2%. The median size of a household is 1.9 people, which is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.6% of adults in Mackay hold a university qualification, including 15.8% with a bachelor degree and 5.0% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 78% of areas nationally. A further 31.4% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,672 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 900 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 attainment levels in the suburb of Mackay sit below regional benchmarks, with 22.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference suggests scope for further education and training. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.0%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Vocational and technical training is common, with 40.3% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these areas, specifically advanced diplomas (8.9%) and certificates (31.4%). School enrollment is high, with 31.6% of residents currently undertaking formal studies.
Within this cohort, 10.4% are attending primary school, 8.1% are in secondary school, and 7.1% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Mackay reaches 26 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 1,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.8 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 analysis indicates there are 26 active transport stops in the suburb of Mackay, which are serviced by a variety of buses. These stops accommodate 11 distinct routes, which combine to deliver 1,096 passenger trips per week. Transport links are rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 173 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is a mainly residential zone, most workers travel out of the area for employment, with cars remaining the primary travel mode at 83%, followed by walking at 9% and cycling at 3%.
Households own an average of 0.8 vehicles, which is lower than the regional standard. A relatively low 3.3% of workers work from home, according to the 2021 Census, which could reflect pandemic-related conditions. Across all transit routes, service frequency averages 156 trips per day, which translates to roughly 42 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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66.4% of residents in Mackay report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 81% of areas nationally. 5.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.5 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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Public health records indicate notable challenges in the suburb of Mackay, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and the frequency of chronic illnesses, which are prevalent across both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is high at approximately 56% of the population (~2,333 people). This compares to 52.5% across Regional Qld. The most prevalent health diagnoses in the area are mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 10.8% and 7.5% of residents. Conversely, 66.4% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
The working-age population faces notable health difficulties, evidenced by higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 13.0% of the population (542 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld share of 20.4%. Seniors in the area enjoy above-average health outcomes, with national comparisons ranking higher than those of the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
28.4% of Mackay residents were born overseas and 20.0% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (25.1%) and Australian (22.2%). 4.9% 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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The suburb of Mackay exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 28.4% of its residents born outside Australia and 20.0% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 47.2% of the local population. The most prominent disproportionate religious representation is Hinduism, which is practiced by 3.5% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. Regarding parent birthplaces, the most common ancestries in the suburb of Mackay are English at 25.1% of the population, Australian at 22.2%, and Other at 10.1%.
In addition, there are distinct differences in the concentration of other ethnic backgrounds, with Filipino heritage notably higher at 5.5% of the population (compared to 0.9% regionally), Maori ancestry at 1.2% (compared to 0.8% regionally), and Maltese background at 1.0% (compared to 0.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mackay is 37. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 36.6% 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 37 years, the suburb of Mackay is younger than the Regional Qld average of 41 and sits very close to the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, there is a distinct concentration of residents in the 25 - 34 age bracket (21.6% locally), while children aged 5 - 14 are under-represented (7.6%). The proportion of 25 - 34 year-olds is also well above the national rate of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, younger inhabitants have reduced the median age by 1.1 years to 37.
Specifically, the 25 to 34 age group grew from 18.5% to 21.6% of the population, and the 0 to 4 group rose from 3.9% to 5.6%. Meanwhile, the 45 to 54 group fell from 13.4% to 11.5%, and the 55 to 64 bracket decreased from 13.5% to 11.6%. Projections indicate the age profile of the suburb of Mackay will change by 2041, with the 25 to 34 cohort expected to grow by 25%, adding 228 residents to reach 1,130, whereas the 65 to 74 and 15 to 24 cohorts are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mackay
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 7 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 23 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,026 at the 2021 Census → 4,174 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 (SAL31724). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.