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Mawson Lakes has an estimated 14,909 residents, up from 13,794 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,115 people, or 8.1%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 80.0% of that increase. That puts 2,420 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 a study of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region, combined with new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Mawson Lakes has an estimated population of 14,909 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,115 people (8.1%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 13,794 people. The calculation is based on a resident population of 14,906, which AreaSearch estimated after evaluating the June 2025 ERP data release from the ABS alongside 21 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density of 2,420 persons per square kilometer, placing the area in the top quartile of all Australian locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
The 8.1% growth rate in the suburb of Mawson Lakes since the 2021 census was higher than the 3.9% recorded in the SA3 area, as well as the state overall, establishing the locality as a regional growth leader. This population rise was mostly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 80.0% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for individual SA2 areas, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For SA2 areas lacking this data, and for any years after 2032, regional and LGA projections by age bracket from the SA State Government, published in 2023 using 2021 data, are utilized with adjustments made via a weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking ahead at demographic patterns, the suburb of Mawson Lakes is projected to experience population growth above the national median for statistical areas, with a forecasted increase of 1,947 persons to 2041 according to combined SA2-level projections, which represents a total increase of 13.0% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
43 new dwellings have been approved in Mawson Lakes over the past five years, an average of 8 a year. That is 0.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 10, 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's evaluation of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical areas, Mawson Lakes has averaging about 8 new residential approvals annually, amounting to approximately 43 homes during the last 5 financial years. For the current FY-26 period, 10 approvals have been logged. With an average of 15.5 new residents per year arriving for each home built during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand is outpacing supply by a wide margin, which generally drives up prices and heightens buyer competition, while new homes are being constructed at an average cost of $310,000.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $37.0 million have been recorded this financial year, pointing to solid commercial development activity. In comparison to Greater Adelaide, Mawson Lakes experiences significantly lower residential construction rates, sitting 84.0% below the regional average per person. This limited supply of new dwellings generally bolsters demand and valuations for established properties, even though construction activity has risen recently. Building activity is also below the national benchmark, highlighting the established nature of the area and indicating potential planning constraints. New construction projects consist of 29.0% detached homes and 71.0% medium and high-density dwellings. This trend toward higher-density options provides more affordable entry opportunities and draws downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a major departure from the existing housing stock, where standalone houses make up 67.0%, reflecting a reduction in available development plots and meeting changing lifestyle preferences and budget constraints. With approximately 1293 people per home approval, the market shows a high degree of maturity. Future forecasts indicate that Mawson Lakes will add 1,944 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly estimation from AreaSearch. If building activity remains at its current level, housing supply may fail to keep pace with population growth, which is likely to increase buyer competition and support price appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Mawson Lakes, worth an estimated $255 million. A further 34 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $5.15 billion. 10 are already under construction and 9 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and education & training. 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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Changes to local infrastructure, planning schemes, and major developments can significantly affect regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 7 projects that are likely to influence the locality. Key developments include the Mawson Lakes Technology Precinct Expansion, Base Mawson Lakes, Montague Farm Estate, and The Lakeside Project, with the following details focusing on those of greatest relevance.
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Technology Park Adelaide Precinct Expansion
Ongoing expansion of the 65-hectare Technology Park Adelaide precinct at Mawson Lakes, managed by Renewal SA on behalf of the South Australian Government. The precinct is home to more than 100 companies across defence, aerospace, electronics, health and ICT sectors, anchored by Lockheed Martin, Saab Australia, Codan, and Raytheon. Key recent milestones include the completed $25 million Kongsberg Defence Australia headquarters (opened September 2024) and the Leyton Property 'Base' development - a $25 million precinct of 22 purpose-built high-performance warehouses targeting defence and high-tech supply chain tenants, with construction commencing August 2026.Innovation House has been upgraded to a NABERS 4.5-star rating following solar installations, while Endeavour House holds a 5-star rating. Strong occupancy and demand driven by South Australia's expanding defence sector under AUKUS.
Base Mawson Lakes
A $25 million defence and high-tech business precinct in Adelaide Technology Park delivering 22 architecturally designed, high-performance warehouse units from 101 to 523 sqm. The estate features high-spec finishes, integrated solar systems, and is tailored for component manufacturers, clean-tech suppliers, and defence supply-chain SMEs due to its close proximity to major defence primes.
The Lakeside Project
The Lakeside Project is Endeavour College's $35 million expansion to create a new three-storey Reception to Year 6 junior school connected to the existing secondary campus by a pedestrian footbridge across Mawson Lakes Boulevard. The development includes 14 general learning areas, STEM facilities, library, music rooms, outdoor learning spaces and a multi-purpose community hub. Construction commenced in 2025 and remains on schedule for completion in late 2026 ahead of opening for the 2027 school year.
Bridge Road Residential Infill (Pooraka Green)
Medium-density residential development delivering approximately 120 new dwellings including townhouses and low-rise apartments on former industrial land near Bridge Road in Pooraka, South Australia. The project is an infill development within the City of Salisbury local government area.
The Glades, Parafield Gardens (Stage 8+)
Masterplanned residential subdivision known as The Glades at Parafield Gardens, delivering more than 250 new house-and-land allotments off Shepherdson Road. Most stages have now been released and sold, with home construction well advanced and remaining homes still being delivered, providing family housing close to schools, shops and public transport in Adelaides northern suburbs.
Montague Farm Estate
Large master-planned residential community delivering over 1000 new homes including townhouses, apartments and detached dwellings in the heart of Pooraka, with integrated parks and community facilities.
Public Housing Builds in Parafield Gardens
Development of 4 public housing homes as part of the South Australian government's public housing improvement program, with additional 5 upgrades and 45 maintenance activities to address housing needs.
Pooraka Enterprise Park Expansion - Stage 2 (Various Sites)
Established industrial precinct in Pooraka, Adelaide's inner north, originally developed by Australasian Property Developments as a 50,000 sqm greenfield site with commitments from Cavpower, Best Bar and Mechvac. The flagship 35-37 Maxwell Road estate (2.70ha, 7,917 sqm GLA) was acquired by Realside Ovest in 2022 as part of the Ovest Industrial Fund 2 and is now a fully leased asset. More recent additions across the precinct include a brand-new five-unit office/warehouse development at 17-21 Maxwell Road, which has since sold, and a recently completed warehouse at 23-25 Maxwell Road available for occupancy in April 2026.The precinct benefits from strong access to Main North Road, Port Wakefield Road, Grand Junction Road and the Northern Expressway, supporting continued employment growth in Adelaide's northern industrial corridor.
9,226 residents of Mawson Lakes are employed, from a labour force of 9,417. Unemployment sits at 2.0%, with participation at 75.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 13,315, about 89% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is highly educated with strong representation in essential services, showing an unemployment rate of just 2.0% and an estimated employment expansion of 0.9% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. In March 2026, there were 9,226 working residents, with an unemployment rate 1.8% below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%, and a workforce participation rate that is exceptionally high at 75.8% compared to 66.6% in Greater Adelaide. Census data indicates that only 10.8% of residents worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.
Resident employment is primary centered in health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and retail trade. The locality shows a distinct concentration in public administration & safety, where the employment share is 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, construction has a smaller footprint, accounting for 7.2% of employment compared to 8.7% across the region. Although there are local jobs available, the ratio of Census workers to the local population suggests that many residents travel outside the area for work. Based on AreaSearch's study of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader statistical zones, the year ending March 2026 saw employment expand by 0.9% and the labor force grow by 1.2%, which led to a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Adelaide saw employment grow by 4.2% and the labor force by 4.0%, while its unemployment rate dropped by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 offer additional context on future demand patterns. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce profile to estimate future trends. 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 industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment should rise by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that does not account for local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Mawson Lakes is $1,940 a week (about $101,000 a year), with median personal income at $915 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,872 a year against an average of $61,850. 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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For the 2023 financial year, ATO postcode data aggregated by AreaSearch indicates a median taxpayer income of $53,872 and an average of $61,850. These figures are below the national benchmarks and compare to a median income of $54,808 and an average of $66,852 across Greater Adelaide. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated figures of approximately $59,351 for the median and $68,140 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes are around the 65th percentile nationally.
The largest bracket consists of 39.0% of residents earning $1,500 - 2,999 per week, representing 5,814 individuals, which aligns with the broader regional trend where 31.8% fall into this category. High housing costs account for 15.7% of income, but solid overall earnings keep disposable income at the 62nd percentile, placing the area in the 6th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mawson Lakes had 5,057 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 67% detached houses and 15% apartments. 43% are owned with a mortgage, 39% rented and 18% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $360 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,659 a month. Rent absorbs 18.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, residential structures comprised 66.9% detached houses and 33.1% other dwelling types such as semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across the metropolitan area of Adelaide. Home ownership rates lagged the metro average, standing at 17.9%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (42.8%) or rented (39.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the Adelaide metro average at $1,659, and the median weekly rent was $360, compared to metro figures of $1,562 and $320. On a national level, mortgage repayments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mawson Lakes counted 5,057 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,466 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 34% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 69.8% of all households, consisting of 34.3% couples with children, 24.1% couples without children, and 10.0% single parent families. The remaining 30.2% are non-family households, with single person households accounting for 23.7% and group households representing 6.6% of the total. The median household size stands at 2.6 people, which is slightly larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
38.2% of adults in Mawson Lakes hold a university qualification, including 23.8% with a bachelor degree and 11.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 75% of areas nationally. A further 17.8% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,462 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,068 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 qualification levels are exceptionally high, with 38.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 17.4% in the SA3 area and 19.8% in the SA4 region. This educational profile positions the locality well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 23.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 11.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.6%. Vocational and technical training is also common, with 28.3% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (17.8%). A high proportion of residents are engaged in study, with 33.9% currently enrolled in formal education.
This group comprises 10.5% in higher education, 9.9% in primary school, and 6.9% in secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Mawson Lakes reaches 60 stops on 33 routes, timetabled for about 3,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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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Analysis of the public transport network shows 60 active bus and train stops operating in the area. These stops are served by 33 separate routes, which combine to offer 2,957 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 213 meters from the nearest stop. The area is primarily residential, with most workers commuting out of the suburb, and private vehicles remain the main transit method at 86%, followed by bus at 9%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 cars per home. A relatively low 10.8% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Service frequency across all routes averages 422 trips per day, which translates to approximately 49 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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77.7% of residents in Mawson Lakes report no long-term health condition. 3.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 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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The locality displays positive health statistics based on AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with common conditions showing low frequency in the general population and aligning with national averages among older, high-risk cohorts, while private health insurance coverage is relatively low at approximately 51% of the population, representing about 7,672 people. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most common medical issues, affecting 7.1 and 6.7% of residents, respectively, while 77.7% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
The working-age population is particularly healthy with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 9.9% of the population (1,475 people), which is lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 19.2%. Health outcomes among older residents are above average, though they rank lower nationally compared to the younger local demographic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
43.5% of Mawson Lakes residents were born overseas and 43.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 85% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (20.4%) and Australian (17.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The area shows high levels of cultural diversity, with 43.5% of the population born outside of Australia and 43.4% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 36.6% of residents. The most notable difference from broader patterns is in the Other category, which represents 4.3% of the population compared to 1.8% across Greater Adelaide. In terms of parent country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are English at 20.4% of the population (below the regional average of 27.8%), Other at 18.1% (above the regional average of 9.7%), and Australian at 17.0% (below the regional average of 22.8%).
There are also notable concentrations of other background groups, with Vietnamese representing 4.3% of the population compared to 1.2% regionally, Serbian at 0.8% compared to 0.4% regionally, and Polish matching the regional average at 1.0%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mawson Lakes is 33, younger than 86% of areas nationally. 36.3% 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 33 years makes the local population younger than Greater Adelaide's average of 39 and the national average of 38 years. The 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented at 21.0% compared to Greater Adelaide, while the 75 - 84 cohort is less common at 2.7%. The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is also above the national benchmark of 14.6%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 19.3% to 21.0% of the total population, while the 5 to 14 cohort has decreased from 12.5% to 11.4%.
Demographic projections for 2041 indicate that the 25 to 34 age group will grow by 374 people (12%), rising from 3,130 to 3,505, while the 5 to 14 cohort is expected to grow by 3% (45 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mawson Lakes
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 4 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated 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 — 21 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (13,794 at the 2021 Census → 14,909 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 (SAL40844). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.