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Milton (Qld) has an estimated 4,241 residents, up from 3,144 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,097 people, or 34.9%. Growth has averaged 5.9% a year over five years, faster than 96% of areas nationally. 273 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 72.0% of that increase. That puts 3,753 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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In the suburb of Milton (Qld), the resident count is assessed at approximately 4,241 as of Aug 2026, according to AreaSearch evaluations combining regional ABS demographic updates and post-Census validated address counts. Compared to the 3,144 people counted in the 2021 Census, this indicates an expansion of 1,097 people (34.9%). The figure builds upon an estimated resident population of 4,152 determined after examining the ABS ERP release from June 2025, alongside 273 validated new addresses confirmed following the Census. The local population density reaches 3,753 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Milton (Qld) in the top quartile among all nationally evaluated areas.
Furthermore, the 34.9% expansion recorded since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 area as well as the national benchmark of 9.5%, positioning the suburb of Milton (Qld) at the forefront of regional growth. Inbound overseas migration served as the principal demographic engine, accounting for roughly 72.0% of recent population additions. Projections for each SA2 across the suburb of Milton (Qld) adopt ABS/Geoscience Australia models released in 2024 (using 2022 as a baseline), while unrepresented territories and timeframes beyond 2032 rely on 2023 Queensland State Government releases based on 2021 figures. Because state models omit cohort breakdowns by age, proportional weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region series (utilising 2022 benchmarks) are applied across respective age brackets. Looking ahead, population growth in the suburb of Milton (Qld) is projected to track slightly below the national median of analysed statistical districts, with aggregated SA2 figures pointing to a net gain of 312 persons to 2041, representing a cumulative increase of 5.3% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
429 new dwellings have been approved in Milton (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 85 a year. That places the area in the 93rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 20 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 54 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 9% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 140, running ahead of 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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An evaluation of building approvals indicates that Milton has averaged approximately 85 residential approvals per year, amounting to roughly 429 homes across the last 5 financial years, with 140 approvals logged to date in FY-25. Because an average of 3.8 new residents arrived for each dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, construction has fallen well short of incoming demand, creating heightened competition and upward pricing pressure. Concurrently, newly approved residences exhibit an average expected construction cost of $799,000, pointing to an emphasis on high-end, premium development pipelines. In addition, local non-residential momentum remains solid, with commercial approvals reaching $40.1 million this financial year.
Per capita residential development in Milton exceeds Greater Brisbane by 233.0%, delivering broader choices for prospective purchasers. This rate also sits substantially above the national benchmark, demonstrating significant builder and developer confidence in the area. The composition of new residential approvals is weighted heavily towards higher densities, with medium and high-density housing accounting for 91.0% and standalone homes comprising 9.0%. Such a focus on denser formats creates accessible opportunities for first-home buyers, downsizers, and property investors. Furthermore, a ratio of approximately 54 people per dwelling approval reflects a developing and expanding urban market. According to demographic forecasts, Milton is anticipated to welcome an additional 223 residents through to 2041 relative to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If existing rates of residential construction are sustained, future dwelling supply appears well positioned to satisfy demand, fostering supportive conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond baseline expectations.
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Development applications around Milton (Qld)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 9 current infrastructure and development projects inside Milton (Qld), worth an estimated $668 million. A further 153 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $243.7 billion. 58 are already under construction and 81 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local capital projects and urban planning initiatives play a decisive role in shaping the district's trajectory. AreaSearch has pinpointed 29 projects expected to influence the surrounding area, with prominent undertakings including the 305-Unit Milton Development, Kings Row Redevelopment, The Governess, 49 Reading Street, and West Village.
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Quartet Milton
Quartet Milton is a premium 18-storey apartment tower at 33 Manning Street, Milton, delivering approximately 130 curated 2 and 3-bedroom residences designed by Rothelowman with interiors by Cera Stribley. Located 2km from the Brisbane CBD near Milton Station and the Park Road precinct, the building features over 1,000sqm of rooftop amenities including a 25-metre pool, sauna, cold plunge, gym, zen gardens and private dining. Now selling as of May 2026, with construction scheduled to commence Q3 2025 and completion targeted Q4 2027.A separate 30-storey Build-to-Rent DA (Goldfields House, 304 units with 15% affordable housing under Queensland's State Facilitated Development framework) has also been lodged at the same address.
Kings Row Redevelopment
Major mixed-use masterplan redevelopment of the 1.5ha Kings Row office park at 50 McDougall Street, Milton by Shayher Group (Shayher Alliance). The $300M+ proposal by Urbis features four towers of 30 to 37 storeys comprising residential apartments, serviced apartments, short-term accommodation, vertical retirement living, office and retail uses, set around a central Village Green (1,800sqm) and Heritage Square (2,000sqm). The heritage-listed Milton House (c.1853) will be preserved, restored and adaptively reused as a focal point.Development Application A006291436 was lodged with Brisbane City Council in June 2023 seeking preliminary approval with a variation to the Milton Neighbourhood Plan. The State Assessment and Referral Agency (SARA) deferred its ruling pending further evaluation of heritage sight-line compliance, with over 120 public submissions raising concerns about tower height, greenspace and views of Milton House from the Brisbane River.
The Wesley Hospital Expansion (Chasely Street Health Hub)
A $250 million major campus expansion featuring a 10-storey health precinct and accommodation tower. Delivered by Hutchinson Builders for UnitingCare Queensland, the project includes Brisbane's largest private comprehensive cancer centre, day surgery operating theatres, radiology, and 200 basement car parks.
Australian Unity Auchenflower Retirement Living & Aged Care
Redevelopment of the former Holy Spirit Catholic Church site into an integrated seniors living community. The approved master plan incorporates three buildings comprising 87 independent living units and a 108-bed residential aged care facility, alongside extensive communal wellness and dining amenities while retaining the local heritage-listed church.
West Village
West Village is a $1.3 billion award-winning urban village located on 2.6 hectares in West End, Brisbane. The precinct features the adaptive reuse of the heritage-listed Peters Ice Cream factory, 14,000sqm of retail space anchored by a full-line Woolworths, 20,000sqm of commercial office space, and significant public open space including Mollison Green. While many stages are complete, the final residential phase, Callista on Park, is currently under construction and scheduled for completion in late 2027.The project holds a 6-Star Green Star Communities rating.
Bank And Mollison
A mixed-use build-to-rent development featuring 103 apartments across a collection of three tiered towerettes ranging from 10 to 18 storeys. The project includes a 700 sq m publicly accessible landscaped ground plane, retail, commercial, and community spaces. Resident amenities include a pool, gym, wellness lawn, steam and sauna rooms, and rooftop recreation decks.
The Adler
A 12-storey luxury mixed-use development by Lantona, featuring 36 high-end residences including 3 and 4-bedroom apartments and penthouses. Designed by Ryall Smyth Architects and built by Brisbane Builders, the project offers premium amenities such as a rooftop pool and outdoor leisure spaces with panoramic views of the Brisbane River and city skyline.
Callista on Park - West Village Final Stage
Callista on Park is the final 14-storey residential stage of the West Village master-planned community in Brisbane's West End. It features 96 luxury 2-4 bedroom residences designed by Rothelowman, emphasizing indoor-outdoor living and heritage integration with views of the Peters Ice Cream Factory. Amenities include a rooftop oasis with pool, spa, dining, and residents lounge, with residents set to move in from Q2 2027.
3,110 residents of Milton (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 3,252. Unemployment sits at 4.4%, with participation at 84.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 11,109, about 2.6 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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Milton has a highly educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of 4.4%, and 4.7% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 3,110 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is in line with Greater Brisbane's rate of 4.3%, and workforce participation is well beyond standard (84.2% compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.1%). Based on Census responses, a high 25.8% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.
Key fields of employment among residents include professional & technical, health care & social assistance, alongside accommodation & food. Concentration in professional & technical services is especially pronounced, standing at 2.0 times the broader metropolitan norm. Conversely, construction is noticeably under-represented, engaging only 4.4% of working residents compared with 9.0% across Greater Brisbane. With Census data recording 4.0 workers for every resident, the district operates as a prominent commercial employment hub, drawing in daily commuters from across the region. Statistical analysis of ABS and SALM records indicates that over the recent 12-month period, local employment expanded by 4.7% while the labour pool grew by 5.8%, resulting in a 1.0 percentage points rise in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.2% alongside a 3.4% rise in its labour force, shifting its unemployment rate up by 0.1 percentage points. Looking forward, national industry projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated Mar-26 offer guidance on workforce demand. Across the country, total employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though trajectories vary by industry. Applying these sectoral forecasts across the local industry profile suggests employment in Milton could expand by 7.2% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, representing an unadjusted weighting extrapolation that does not account for localised demographic changes.
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Median household income in Milton (Qld) is $2,087 a week (about $109,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,183 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $64,817 a year against an average of $105,687. The average runs 63% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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Postcode-level ATO statistics for financial year 2023 place personal earnings in Milton near the top of the nation, showing a median income of $64,817 and an average income of $105,687, well above the Greater Brisbane benchmarks of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Accounting for an 11.36% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, modelled values as of March 2026 reach approximately $72,180 for the median and $117,693 for the average. Census 2021 records indicate median personal earnings sat at the 90th percentile nationally ($1,183 weekly). The largest earnings bracket includes 37.8% of residents (1,603 people) within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly band, aligning with the 33.3% observed regionally.
While residential accommodation absorbs 18.4% of income, strong remuneration sustains disposable income at the 67th percentile, placing the district in the 10th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Milton (Qld) had 1,513 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 21% detached houses and 77% apartments. 18% are owned with a mortgage, 70% rented and 12% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $435 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month, a total housing cost higher than 89% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.6%. 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 latest Census, the local dwelling profile in Milton was heavily skewed towards multi-unit and attached formats, with 79.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings) and 21.1% houses, contrasting with the Brisbane metro distribution of 26.5% other dwellings and 73.5% houses. Outright home ownership trailed the wider metropolitan benchmark at 12.1%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 17.8% and rented accommodation comprising 70.0%. Median monthly housing loan repayments stood at $1,950, above the Brisbane metro figure of $1,863 and the Australian average of $1,863. Median weekly rents were recorded at $435, exceeding the Brisbane metro norm of $380 as well as the national level of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Milton (Qld) counted 1,513 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,041 today, averaging 2.0 people each. 13% are couples with children, fewer than in 96% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 40% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family arrangements constitute 47.7% of local households, comprising couples without children at 28.3%, couples with children at 13.0%, and single parent families at 4.0%. Non-family dwellings make up the remaining 52.3% of homes, consisting of lone person households at 39.9% and group households at 12.6%. The typical household size sits at a median of 2.0 people, below the Greater Brisbane figure of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
58.4% of adults in Milton (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 39.8% with a bachelor degree and 14.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 92% of areas nationally. A further 10.7% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 696 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,146 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 in Milton is substantially higher than state and national benchmarks, with 58.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary qualification, compared to 25.7% across QLD and 30.4% across Australia. Bachelor degrees represent the largest category at 39.8%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 14.7% and graduate diplomas at 3.9%. Technical and vocational credentials represent 19.9% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, comprising certificates (10.7%) and advanced diplomas (9.2%). Academic participation across the area remains elevated, with 31.4% of the population actively undertaking formal education. Broken down by sector, tertiary education accounts for 16.8% of residents, while primary education and secondary education engage 4.3% and 3.2% respectively.
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76.0% of residents in Milton (Qld) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 77% of areas nationally. 1.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 69.1% 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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Health assessments across Milton reflect positive outcomes, characterised by low incidence rates of chronic ailments across age cohorts and an exceptionally high rate of private health cover, encompassing approximately 69% of the population (2,929 people). This substantially exceeds the Greater Brisbane coverage level of 55.8% and the broader Australian benchmark of 55.7%. The primary reported health concerns among residents are mental health issues and asthma, recorded among 10.4 and 7.9% of the local population respectively, whereas 76.0% reported no long-term medical conditions, outperforming the Greater Brisbane figure of 69.2%. General health metrics for residents aged under 65 track above standard benchmarks.
Residents aged 65 and over represent 7.7% of the community (326 people), below the 15.0% observed across Greater Brisbane, with senior residents exhibiting health outcomes that rank higher nationally than the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
37.0% of Milton (Qld) residents were born overseas and 24.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 75% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (24.6%) and Australian (18.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Milton displays elevated cultural diversity relative to standard domestic markets, with 37.0% of residents born abroad and 24.9% using a language other than English in the home. Christianity represents the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 35.9% of the local community. A distinctive religious profile is evident in the representation of Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of residents compared to 0.1% across Greater Brisbane. Regarding parental lineage, English ancestry represents the largest group in Milton at 24.6%, followed by Australian ancestry at 18.0% (below the 23.2% regional proportion) and Other at 11.9%.
Specific international ancestries exhibit notable local concentrations, with Spanish accounting for 0.9% (compared to 0.4% regionally), French comprising 0.9% (vs 0.5%), and Korean recording 0.9% (vs 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Milton (Qld) is 30, younger than 96% of areas nationally. 52.0% 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 demographic makeup of Milton is concentrated in younger, pre-family cohorts. Based on August 2026 updates, adults aged 25 - 44 account for 49.4% of the population, compared to 30.6% across Greater Brisbane, while retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) represent 7.7%, well below the regional proportion of 15.0%. As at August 2026, the estimated median age remains at 30, identical to the 2021 Census result, sitting 6 years below the Greater Brisbane Census figure of 36 and under the national median of 38. Among broad age brackets, the most notable shift since the Census occurred in the 0 - 24 cohort, which declined from 28.2% to an estimated 25.0%.
Between now and 2041, the largest numerical expansion is projected in the 45 - 64 bracket, rising by 148 residents (19%) to 916, while the fastest proportional increase will occur in the 65+ cohort, climbing 42% to 464, alongside an anticipated contraction among young to middle-aged adults.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Milton (Qld)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jun 2026 3 months ago all 9 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 Jun 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 273 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (3,144 at the 2021 Census → 4,241 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 Aug 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 (SAL31847). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.