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McLaren Flat has an estimated 1,673 residents, up from 1,625 at the 2021 Census — a change of 48 people, or 3.0%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years. Density is about 60 people per 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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Evaluating demographics using ABS updates for the region alongside fresh data from AreaSearch validated since the Census indicates the population of McLaren Flat stands at approximately 1,673 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 48 people (3.0%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 1,625 residents. This adjustment is derived from the resident figure of 1,645, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus 10 validated new addresses since the Census date. Such a population size results in a density of 59 persons per square kilometer, which ensures a spacious living environment.
The suburb's 3.0% expansion rate since the census is within 2.8 percentage points of the wider SA3 area (5.8%), showing solid underlying growth. Growth in the locality was mostly driven by interstate migration, accounting for roughly 81.0% of the population gains over recent periods, though overseas migration and natural growth also registered positive contributions. AreaSearch utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For SA2 areas where this data is unavailable, and for the years after 2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections sorted by age brackets, published in 2023 using 2021 as the base year, are utilized alongside adjustments using weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Factoring in these demographic shifts, the area is projected to experience population growth above the national median, with a forecast gain of 253 persons by 2041 based on compiled SA2-level projections, which represents a total increase of 13.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
21 new dwellings have been approved in McLaren Flat over the past five years, an average of 4 a year. That is 2.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 3, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on an analysis of ABS building approval statistics compiled from statistical area records, the suburb of McLaren Flat has averaged roughly 4 new dwelling approvals per year. This accounts for an estimated 21 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 3 approvals so far in FY-26. A ratio of 2 people per year moved to the area per new home constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demonstrating a robust level of demand that supports local property values. Newly constructed homes average an estimated value of $302,000.
Furthermore, there have been $74,000 in commercial development approvals recorded during the current financial year, which highlights the predominantly residential character of the suburb. When compared to Greater Adelaide, the suburb of McLaren Flat exhibits roughly half the volume of residential building approvals per person, placing it in the 45th percentile of all areas evaluated across the country. This indicates more limited choices for prospective buyers, which helps sustain demand for established houses. This building activity is also below the national average, reflecting a mature market and suggesting potential planning limitations. Additionally, recent approvals consist entirely of detached dwellings, preserving the low-density profile of the area and appealing to buyers seeking extra space. The estimated ratio of 365 people in the suburb per dwelling approval underscores a quiet development landscape with low construction activity. Population projections suggest the suburb of McLaren Flat will add 225 residents by 2041, measured from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Although residential construction is keeping reasonable pace with this projected growth, buyers may experience heightened competition as the local population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 12 current infrastructure and development projects close to McLaren Flat, worth an estimated $3.23 billion. 3 are already under construction and 1 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, sports & recreation and retail. 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, major developments, and urban planning policies are major drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified only a single project expected to influence the area. Key regional projects include the Willunga Basin Water Infrastructure Expansion, Onkaparinga Heights, Adelaide Public Transport Capacity and Access, and Adelaide's Inner And Outer Ring Route Capacity Improvements, with the detailed list below highlighting the most relevant ones.
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Willunga Basin Water Infrastructure Expansion
Expansion of the Willunga Basin Water recycled water network to increase annual supply capacity from 7,250 ML to approximately 8,100 ML. The project improves long-term water security for the McLaren Vale wine region by reducing reliance on stressed groundwater aquifers and supporting sustainable irrigation through additional recycled water infrastructure.
McLaren Vale Central Shopping Centre
Dual supermarket anchored neighbourhood shopping centre with Coles and Romeo's Foodland, supported by 19 specialty retailers. Serves the McLaren Vale wine region and surrounding residential areas.
Majors Road Interchange
The $120 million Majors Road Interchange project, jointly funded by the Australian and South Australian governments, constructed new on and off-ramps for the Southern Expressway at Majors Road. It included widening the Majors Road bridge to six lanes, signalised intersection improvements, and a new 1.8km shared user path. The project improved access to Glenthorne National Park and was officially opened to traffic in October 2025.
Onkaparinga Heights
A 235-hectare masterplanned community in Adelaide's southern suburbs delivering approximately 2,000 to 2,300 new homes. The project includes a 67.6-hectare site managed by Renewal SA, partnered with YAS Property & Development to deliver 1,000 homes, alongside adjacent private developments. The community features a minimum of 20% affordable housing, sustainable urban design, and high connectivity via the Southern Expressway. Civil works commenced in late 2025, with first home constructions slated for late 2026.
Noarlunga Hospital Expansion
The $74 million Noarlunga Hospital expansion, part of the Southern Redevelopment Stage 1, was officially completed in November 2025. This project increased the hospital's capacity by over 65 per cent, growing from 92 to 152 beds. Key additions include a new 24-bed General Medicine Ward and a purpose-built 24-bed Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit. The redevelopment also delivered an expanded SA Pharmacy, enhanced kitchen and linen facilities, and additional dedicated car parking. The design features a facade inspired by the local coastline and incorporates sustainable elements and cultural flora relevant to the Kaurna community.
Pine Reserve Development - Aberfoyle Park
Open space development at Pine Reserve funded through Federal Government Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program. Includes playground upgrades, walking paths, landscaping and community gathering spaces.
Victor Harbor Road Duplication
Duplication of approximately four kilometres of Victor Harbor Road between Main South Road (Old Noarlunga) and Main Road (McLaren Vale) to improve safety, traffic flow and capacity, including a new four-way, two-lane roundabout at Robinson Road and the realignment of Quarry Road. All lanes are now open to traffic and the project is complete as part of the broader Fleurieu Connections program delivered by the Fleurieu Connections Alliance.
Noarlunga Master Planning Housing Project
A 22-hectare master-planned residential development delivering more than 626 new homes across two land parcels on either side of Lovelock Drive in Port Noarlunga and Noarlunga Downs. The project features a minimum of 28% affordable and social housing (including 80 social housing dwellings), and 12.5% new public open space with a target of 25% overall tree canopy. Designed by Holmes Dyer, the development targets a 5-Star Green Star Communities rating. Civil works by Winslow Constructors commenced in 2025, with house construction planned to begin in 2026 and first residents expected by end of 2026.Multiple sales releases are underway including the Wirra and Kauwi Releases. The community will become home to approximately 1,200 residents over a 7-10 year delivery period through to 2031.
938 residents of McLaren Flat are employed, from a labour force of 951. Unemployment sits at 1.4%, with participation at 74.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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 McLaren Flat boasts a highly skilled labor force, with the construction sector being especially well represented. The area features an unemployment rate of only 1.4% and an estimated annual employment growth rate of 1.2% based on aggregated statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 938 employed residents, and the local unemployment rate sits 2.5% below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.8%. Workforce participation is also exceptionally high, reaching 74.6% compared to 66.6% in Greater Adelaide. Census records show a moderate 14.2% of residents working from home, though this figure should be interpreted with caution due to potential pandemic lockdown influences.
The resident workforce is mostly employed within health care & social assistance, construction, and manufacturing. The local area displays an exceptionally high concentration of workers in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with employment levels reaching 5.2 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance is less prominent locally, accounting for 13.9% of jobs compared to 17.7% regionally. Although there are local jobs available, a significant proportion of residents commute to other districts for work, as indicated by the ratio of Census working population to local population. Based on analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader statistical divisions, employment rose by 1.2% and the labor force expanded by 0.8% over the 12 months ending March 2026, leading to a 0.2 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Adelaide experienced a 4.2% rise in employment, a 4.0% increase in the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point decline in unemployment. National employment forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on potential future employment trends in the suburb of McLaren Flat. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, projected growth rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local employment mix suggests employment for residents should grow by 5.8% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that does not account for local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in McLaren Flat is $2,129 a week (about $111,000 a year), with median personal income at $842 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,702 a year against an average of $66,375. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The latest postcode-level ATO records for the 2023 financial year show that incomes in the suburb of McLaren Flat are slightly below the national average, with a median of $53,702 and an average of $66,375. This compares to a median of $54,808 and an average of $66,852 across Greater Adelaide. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be approximately $59,163 for the median and $73,125 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that local household income sits in the 74th percentile ($2,129 weekly), while personal income is in the 57th percentile.
Income distribution details show that 37.0% of the population (619 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which aligns with regional trends where 31.8% of people fall in this bracket. After accounting for housing costs, residents retain 87.3% of their income, indicating substantial purchasing power, while the area's SEIFA income index places it in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
McLaren Flat had 517 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 100% detached houses and 0% apartments. 56% are owned with a mortgage, 11% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,786 a month. Rent absorbs 16.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.4%. 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 McLaren Flat at the time of the latest Census consisted of 100.0% houses, with no other dwelling types recorded, compared to Adelaide metro's breakdown of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in the suburb matched the Adelaide metro average of 32.7%, while the remaining properties were either mortgaged (55.9%) or rented (11.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment of $1,786 was considerably higher than the Adelaide metro average of $1,562. The median weekly rent was recorded at $350, compared to Adelaide metro's average of $320.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in the suburb are below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
McLaren Flat counted 517 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.0 people each. 49% are couples with children, more than in 93% of areas nationally, against 29% couples without children. 11% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households comprise the vast majority of homes in the suburb of McLaren Flat at 87.8%, consisting of 48.5% couples with children, 29.2% couples without children, and 9.1% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 12.2%, with single-person households representing 11.2% and group housing making up 0.8% of the total. The median household size of 3.0 residents is larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
21.0% of adults in McLaren Flat hold a university qualification, including 14.7% with a bachelor degree and 4.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 30.6% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 199 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,028 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 McLaren Flat are lower than regional averages, with 21.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 30.4% nationally. This difference highlights opportunities for further educational growth and skills training. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 14.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.3%). Vocational training and technical skills are highly represented, with 41.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (10.6%) and certificates (30.6%). Engagement in education is remarkably high in the suburb of McLaren Flat, with 33.8% of the population currently undertaking formal study.
This student cohort includes 14.6% enrolled in primary schools, 9.4% in secondary schools, and 4.1% undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around McLaren Flat means driving: households keep an average of 2.2 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport data shows 6 active transit stops operating within the suburb of McLaren Flat, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 1 routes, which provide a total of 80 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 178 meters from their nearest stop. Due to the suburban character of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, and private vehicles remain the dominant mode of travel at 95%. Average vehicle ownership is 2.2 cars per household, which is higher than the regional average.
About 14.2% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census records which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Transit service frequency averages 11 trips per day across the network, which translates to roughly 13 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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71.9% of residents in McLaren Flat report no long-term health condition. 2.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.5 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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The suburb of McLaren Flat exhibits favorable health characteristics based on AreaSearch statistics on mortality rates and chronic health conditions, with low rates of common illnesses observed in both youth and older cohorts. Private health insurance membership is slightly higher than the typical SA2 area, covering approximately 53% of the population (about 890 residents). Asthma and arthritis are the most prevalent medical conditions in the suburb of McLaren Flat, affecting 8.4% and 7.6% of residents respectively, whereas 71.9% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
The population under the age of 65 shows better health outcomes than average. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 15.6% of the local population (260 residents), which is lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 19.2%. Health indicators for these seniors are above average, with national percentiles generally matching those of the wider community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
McLaren Flat is largely Australian-born, at 83.6% of residents, with 3.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (39.0%) and Australian (30.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of McLaren Flat displays lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 83.6% of residents born in Australia, 91.3% holding citizenship, and 96.6% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion in the suburb, representing 36.1% of the population. The most visible statistical variance is in Judaism, which accounts for no residents, compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide. Regarding parental ancestry, the three most common backgrounds in the suburb of McLaren Flat are English at 39.0% of the population, which is notably higher than the regional average of 27.8%, Australian at 30.1%, which is also well above the regional average of 22.8%, and Scottish at 8.3%.
Other notable differences in ethnic ancestry include Welsh at 0.9% of the population (compared to 0.6% regionally), Hungarian at 0.4% (compared to 0.3%), and German at 5.2% (compared to 5.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of McLaren Flat is 40. 19.6% 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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The median age of 40 in the suburb of McLaren Flat is close to the Greater Adelaide average of 39, and slightly higher than the Australian median of 38. The 5 - 14 age bracket is highly represented at 16.1% of the population compared to Greater Adelaide, while the 25 - 34 age group is less common at 6.5%. Post-2021 Census estimates indicate that the 65 to 74 age bracket has risen from 8.9% to 9.9% of the population, whereas the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 16.7% to 14.3%.
Demographic projections for 2041 predict major age shifts in the suburb. The 45 to 54 cohort is projected to expand by 20% (48 people), growing from 239 to 288, while the 0 to 4 group is forecast to grow by only 6% (6 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for McLaren Flat
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 10 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,625 at the 2021 Census → 1,673 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 (SAL40851). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.