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Mitchell Park (SA) has an estimated 6,451 residents, up from 5,754 at the 2021 Census — a change of 697 people, or 12.1%. Growth has averaged 1.8% a year over five years, faster than 78% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 87.0% of that increase. That puts 3,116 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 evaluation of ABS demographic estimates for the wider region, alongside recent address validations performed by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Mitchell Park (SA) has an estimated resident count of approximately 6,451 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 697 people (12.1%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 5,754 individuals. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 6,325, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an additional 48 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density of 3,116 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quartile of nationwide areas analyzed by AreaSearch.
The 12.1% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA4 region (6.2%) and the SA3 area, positioning it as a regional growth leader. The population increase was mostly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 87.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. In cases where SA2 areas lack this coverage, or for periods after 2032, projections from the SA State Government's Regional/LGA age-based forecasts published in 2023 (utilizing 2021 data) are used, adjusted by weighting population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking at future demographic patterns, the suburb of Mitchell Park (SA) is projected to experience above-median growth compared to other statistical areas across the country, with an expected increase of 983 persons by 2041 based on combined SA2 projections, representing a total expansion of 13.3% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
213 new dwellings have been approved in Mitchell Park (SA) over the past five years, an average of 42 a year. That places the area in the 75th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 50 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 44% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 115, 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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Analysis of ABS building approvals mapped from statistical area data reveals Mitchell Park has recorded a yearly average of approximately 42 new dwelling approvals, resulting in an estimated 213 total residential approvals over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 106 approvals have been registered. Assuming an average of 2.5 new residents per year per dwelling over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demonstrating solid demand that underpins housing values, new dwellings are being constructed at an average estimated cost of $335,000. Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $36.1 million this financial year, showing healthy commercial investment activity.
In comparison to Greater Adelaide, Mitchell Park shows a similar level of per-capita new home approvals, maintaining market alignment with the metropolitan area. Residential construction consists of 44.0% detached houses and 56.0% medium and high-density developments. This skew toward denser housing options offers more affordable entry points suitable for downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. With approximately 149 people per approved dwelling, Mitchell Park is characterized as a developing locality. Looking ahead, Mitchell Park is forecast to add 857 residents by 2041, relative to the latest quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. At the current pace of construction, the supply of new housing is expected to satisfy demand, ensuring favorable conditions for home buyers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current demographic forecasts.
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 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Mitchell Park (SA), worth an estimated $648 million. A further 9 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.83 billion. 9 are already under construction and 4 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, retail 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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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and urban planning schemes represent key influences on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 8 active projects poised to influence this locality, with key initiatives including the Tonsley Innovation District, Thrive Tonsley - Junction Australia Housing Development, Oaklands Green, and Tonsley Technical College.
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Tonsley Innovation District
61-hectare renewal of the former Mitsubishi site into a mixed-use innovation precinct led by Renewal SA with partners including Flinders University, TAFE SA and Peet (Tonsley Village). The district continues staged delivery of commercial, education, research and residential assets under a 2012-2028 masterplan.
Flinders Medical Centre Southern Redevelopment Stage 1 (Acute Services Building)
Stage 1 of the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network redevelopment, anchored by a new seven-storey Acute Services Building at the front of Flinders Medical Centre. The tower delivers 17,000 square metres of new built area plus 3,000 square metres of refurbishment, adding 98 clinical spaces. It will house two 32-bed adult inpatient units, an 18-bay Medical Day Unit, a 16-bed Intensive Care Unit with a dedicated CT scanner suite, four operating theatres with a 14-bay recovery area, a Day of Surgery Admissions area, a new Podiatry department, and a dedicated floor for the FMC Eye Surgery Clinic which integrates the network's ophthalmology services into a single facility (a first for South Australia's public health system).The new building will form the hospital's main entrance with a large lobby, retail outlet and undercover drop-off zone. The wider Stage 1 program also includes a 12-bed Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit at Margaret Tobin Centre (opening March 2026), 48 new beds at Noarlunga Hospital (opened November 2025), 32 beds across two wards at the Repat Health Precinct (opened 2024), and supporting upgrades to mortuary (completed October 2025), kitchen, sterilisation services and electrical infrastructure. More than 20 million dollars of new major medical equipment will be installed including advanced imaging, automated pharmacy dispensing cabinets and a new CT scanner. Designed by ARM Architecture with Silver Thomas Hanley, with Built Environs as Managing Contractor and Aurecon providing structural and civil engineering. The Acute Services Building is expected to open in early 2028.
Thrive Tonsley - Junction Australia Housing Development
A $70 million social and youth housing precinct by Junction Australia within the Tonsley Innovation District. Stage 1 consists of 50 energy-efficient apartments (7.5-star rating) and is nearing completion with Junction's head office scheduled to open to the public on May 25, 2026. Stage 2 will add 63 apartments in an 8-storey building. The development serves as a community hub featuring a cafe, co-working spaces, and support services for approximately 10,000 South Australians annually. The project is supported by the Federal Social Housing Accelerator Program and built by Schiavello.
Tonsley Technical College
A new technical college within the Tonsley Innovation District, nearing completion as part of Flinders University's Stage 2 development. It contributes to the district's focus on education and training in various high-value industry sectors.
Tonsley Retail Precinct
A new mixed-use hub valued at $47 million, bringing diverse retail, commercial, and wellbeing offerings to Tonsley. Plans include a multi-level gym (V2FIT), indoor bouldering gym, food and beverage outlets (pizza & wine bar, cafe, delicatessen), an independent supermarket, specialty shops, allied health services, and 5700my of new office space. Development approval for the first stage has been secured, with construction planned to commence late 2024.
Little Bang Brewery at Tonsley Boiler House
Redevelopment of Tonsley's Boiler House into a new hospitality venue. Plans include a micro-brewery, bar, restaurant, and bottle shop, aiming to open by 2026. This project is set to enhance the amenity and social offerings within the Tonsley Innovation District.
Westfield Marion Expansion
Major $259 million expansion and renovation of Westfield Marion shopping centre by Scentre Group. Adding 52 specialty shops and 20 eateries, new ground floor mall, four-level carpark facing Diagonal Road. Expanding from 135,300sqm to 152,200sqm. Part of $500 million South Australian development pipeline including new retail spaces, fresh food precinct, dining options, and entertainment facilities. Enhanced parking and contemporary design updates. Creates up to 2,600 construction and retail jobs, strengthening position as premier southern suburbs retail destination.Introduction of paid parking for stays over 3 hours with ticketless system using numberplate recognition.
Tonsley Administration Hub Redevelopment Opportunity
A 2.578-hectare commercial development opportunity to redevelop or refurbish the existing 1960s office building at the entrance of the Tonsley Innovation District. The site offers 12,308 square meters of lettable space and almost 200 meters of frontage to South Road.
2,943 residents of Mitchell Park (SA) are employed, from a labour force of 3,101. Unemployment sits at 5.1%, with participation at 57.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,717, 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 well-educated, with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of 5.1%, and an estimated annual employment expansion of 3.4% based on statistical area data compiled by AreaSearch. In March 2026, 2,943 local residents were employed, with the unemployment rate tracking at 1.3% higher than the Greater Adelaide figure of 3.8%. Workforce participation remains relatively low at 57.7%, compared to 66.6% across Greater Adelaide. According to Census records, a modest 9.1% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic lockdown measures.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food services. The locality shows a distinct concentration in healthcare & social assistance, with its employment share reaching 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, construction is under-represented, employing only 5.8% of the local workforce compared to 8.7% across Greater Adelaide. Given the difference between the Census working population and resident population, this heavily residential area appears to provide few local job options. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data for wider statistical areas, the year leading up to March 2026 saw local employment grow by 3.4% and the labor force expand by 2.6%, resulting in a 0.7 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Adelaide saw employment grow by 4.2% and the labor force by 4.0%, with a 0.2 percentage point decline. Five- and ten-year national employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional context on future local demand. When these national projections—which forecast overall employment expansion of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, varying by sector—are mapped against the local industry mix, Mitchell Park is projected to see employment growth of 7.1% over five years and 14.7% over ten years, assuming a simple weighted extrapolation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Mitchell Park (SA) is $1,160 a week (about $60,000 a year), with median personal income at $635 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $47,164 a year against an average of $54,252. 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 processed by AreaSearch indicates Mitchell Park taxpayers had a median income of $47,164 and an average income of $54,252. These figures sit below the national average and contrast with Greater Adelaide's median of $54,808 and average of $66,852. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates for March 2026 rise to approximately $51,961 for median income and $59,769 for average income. Census findings place Mitchell Park household, family, and individual incomes between the 10th and 16th percentiles nationally.
Income distribution data shows that 28.5% of the population (1,838 residents) earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is comparable to the 31.8% recorded across the surrounding region. Financial strain from housing is significant, with only 79.3% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 8th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mitchell Park (SA) had 2,538 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 55% detached houses and 3% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 52% rented and 22% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $278 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,582 a month. Rent absorbs 24.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 31.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census data shows the local housing stock consisted of 54.5% stand-alone houses and 45.4% other formats such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings, compared to the Adelaide metropolitan breakdown of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other options. Home ownership rates in the area lagged behind the metro average, standing at 22.1%, while the remaining homes were mortgaged (26.4%) or rented (51.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the Adelaide metropolitan average at $1,582, whereas the median weekly rent was lower at $278, compared to metropolitan figures of $1,562 and $320 respectively.
Nationally, local mortgage commitments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mitchell Park (SA) counted 2,538 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,845 today, averaging 2.2 people each. 20% are couples with children, fewer than in 86% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 38% 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 the majority of households at 56.3%, consisting of couples with children (20.2%), couples without children (21.3%), and single parents (13.0%). Non-family households represent 43.7% of the total, with lone person households accounting for 37.8% and group households comprising 6.0%. The median household size is 2.2 residents, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.7% of adults in Mitchell Park (SA) hold a university qualification, including 21.8% with a bachelor degree and 7.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 20.8% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 900 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,033 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The local educational profile stands out within the region, as 31.7% of residents aged 15+ hold university qualifications, exceeding the South Australian average of 25.7% and the SA4 average of 28.1%. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 21.8%, with postgraduate qualifications at 7.7% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 29.1% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 8.3% and certificates at 20.8%. A high proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 29.8% of residents enrolled in an educational institution.
This group includes 9.1% in higher education, 8.8% in primary school, and 5.4% in secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Mitchell Park (SA) reaches 28 stops on 34 routes, timetabled for about 2,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.9 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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An audit of public transport options reveals 28 active transit stops operating locally, combining train and bus services. These stops are serviced by 34 unique routes, which provide 2,119 passenger trips per week. Transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 175 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars being the primary mode of travel (77%), followed by train (11%) and bus (7%). Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 0.9 per household, which is below the metropolitan average.
A relatively low 9.1% of the workforce worked from home, based on 2021 Census data that may reflect pandemic-era patterns. Transit services average 302 daily trips across the network, which translates to roughly 75 weekly departures per transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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65.3% of residents in Mitchell Park (SA) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 83% of areas nationally. 8.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.3 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 indicate notable challenges in the area, based on mortality rates and chronic illness indicators analyzed by AreaSearch, with common medical issues prevalent across both youth and senior cohorts. The rate of private health insurance is low, covering approximately 48% of the population (~3,127 residents), compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent diagnosed conditions locally are mental health issues and arthritis, affecting 10.7% and 8.6% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 65.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
The working-age cohort faces notable health difficulties due to elevated rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older represent 18.9% of the local population (1,219 people), and health outcomes for this senior cohort present challenges that align with national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
34.7% of Mitchell Park (SA) residents were born overseas and 31.6% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 77% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.7%) and Australian (22.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The locality displays high levels of cultural diversity, with 34.7% of residents born outside Australia and 31.6% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 39.6% of the community. The most distinct religious concentration is Hinduism, which is practiced by 6.0% of the population, compared to 2.8% across Greater Adelaide. English ancestry was reported by 23.7% of the population, followed by Australian ancestry at 22.5%, and Other at 14.5%. Looking at specific background representations, Polish heritage is slightly elevated at 1.2% of the local population (compared to 1.0% regionally), German heritage stands at 4.5% (compared to 5.1% regionally), and Greek heritage is at 2.0% (matching the regional rate of 2.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mitchell Park (SA) is 37. 29.2% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of residents is 37 years, which is slightly below the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and close to the national median of 38. Compared to the metropolitan area, the 25 - 34 cohort is highly represented (18.0% locally), while children aged 5 - 14 are under-represented (9.7%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased its share from 14.3% to 16.3%, while the 15 to 24 cohort has contracted from 12.8% to 11.2%. Projections for 2041 suggest shifts in the local demographic makeup, led by a 25% expansion of the 45 to 54 group (growing by 166 people, from 677 to 844), while the 65 to 74 group is expected to grow by a modest 1% (adding only 4 residents).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mitchell Park (SA)
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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 6 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated 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 — 48 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,754 at the 2021 Census → 6,451 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 (SAL40893). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.