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Moffat Beach has an estimated 2,933 residents, up from 2,691 at the 2021 Census — a change of 242 people, or 9.0%. Growth has averaged 1.3% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 2,125 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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Recent figures compiled from official government demographics and localized residential records indicate that the suburb of Moffat Beach has an estimated population of 2,933 as of May 2026. This representing a gain of 242 residents (9.0%) relative to the 2,691 individuals documented in the 2021 Census. The calculation combines a base population estimate of 2,923 derived from June 2025 regional statistics and 55 validated new addresses added since the census date. This population size results in a density of 2,125 persons per square kilometer, outperforming the typical density benchmark of most Australian locations.
The suburb of Moffat Beach's post-census growth of 9.0% closely matches the wider Rest of Qld average of 9.2%, showing healthy regional expansion. The local population gains were almost entirely fueled by international migration, which acted as the single key driver of demographic growth during the latest timeframe. Future demographic projections incorporate standard federal and geological agency models published in 2024 using a 2022 baseline. For areas where these models are unavailable, or for periods extending past 2032, state-level projections issued in 2023 based on 2021 records are applied instead. Because the state-level data lacks specific age brackets, proportional weightings have been integrated using capital city age distribution projections published in 2023 from a 2022 baseline. Looking ahead, the suburb of Moffat Beach is projected to experience population expansion slightly below the middle marker for regional Australian territories. Local numbers are forecasted to rise by 200 residents by 2041, representing a long-term growth rate of 6.5% across a 16-year horizon.
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131 new dwellings have been approved in Moffat Beach over the past five years, an average of 26 a year. That places the area in the 58th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 9 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 24 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 83% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 21, 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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Municipal building approvals data suggests that Moffat Beach averages approximately 26 residential approvals annually, totaling 131 approved homes over the recent 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 20 approvals in FY-26 so far. With an average of 1.4 additional occupants per new residence over the FY-21 to FY-25 period, construction rates align well with demand, maintaining equilibrium in the market. The average value of these new builds stands at $940,000, signaling a clear developer preference for high-end, premium housing projects. Meanwhile, commercial development approvals reached $4.2 million this financial year, highlighting that the locality remains predominantly residential.
Moffat Beach exhibits roughly 64% of the per capita construction volume observed in the Rest of Qld, though it ranks in the 83rd percentile of all locations nationwide. Of these new approvals, 83.0% are detached family residences and 17.0% are medium-density options like townhomes or units, reinforcing the suburb's classic low-density layout which appeals to families looking for larger properties. The development profile is characterized by one residential approval for every 123 citizens. Long-term projections indicate that Moffat Beach will add 190 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent quarterly estimate. Current construction trajectories suggest that supply will easily keep pace with this demand, supporting stable buying conditions and potentially allowing population growth to exceed current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Moffat Beach, worth an estimated $50 million. A further 76 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $12.9 billion. 32 are already under construction and 22 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. 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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Development, planning changes, and capital works play a major role in local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 12 active infrastructure projects that are expected to impact the local community. The most significant projects include the Moffat Beach Seawall Reconstruction Project, the Caloundra Transport Hub, the Caloundra Centre Activation Project, and the Caloundra Centre Activation Project - Community and Creative Hub, with details on the most relevant works provided below.
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Moffat Beach Seawall Reconstruction Project
The project involves reconstructing the damaged seawall at Moffat Beach to protect parklands, pathways, roads, and facilities from climate change impacts. It aims to retain Norfolk pine trees, minimize loss of beach and parkland, improve drainage, and enhance access.
Caloundra Centre Activation Project
Caloundra Centre Activation Project is the Sunshine Coast Council's long term initiative to deliver the 2017 Caloundra Centre Master Plan. The program revitalises the city heart through a connected creative and civic precinct linking The Events Centre, a new district library, a new regional gallery, a new town square and upgraded streetscapes through to Bulcock Beach. The transformed Library+ Caloundra opened in September 2025 in the former council administration building, designed by Wilson Architects. Hutchinson Builders was appointed in April 2026 to demolish the former building at 77 Bulcock Street as the first stage of the new town square.Detailed design of the 12.8 million dollar town square, led by consultant Urbis, is targeting construction start in mid 2026 and completion by mid 2027. The new Sunshine Coast Regional Gallery, with concept design by ARM Architecture, will replace the current 25 year old gallery and was the subject of a design competition launched in 2025. Outcomes include enhanced pedestrian links, expanded green space at Felicity Park and Bill Venardos Park, and revitalised public realm along Omrah and Otranto avenues.
Caloundra Transport Hub
Integrated transport hub in Caloundra to support public transport services and improve connectivity across the southern Sunshine Coast.
Caloundra Centre Activation Project - Community and Creative Hub
Sunshine Coast Council's Caloundra Centre Activation Project is delivering a connected civic, cultural and public space precinct linking The Events Centre, Library+ Caloundra, the future town square, Caloundra Regional Gallery, Bulcock Street and Bulcock Beach. The Community and Creative Hub includes the new town square at Bulcock Street and Otranto Avenue, greener public spaces, improved lighting, pedestrian links, streetscape works on Omrah and Otranto avenues, and upgrades around Felicity Park and Bill Venardos Park. Library+ Caloundra opened in September 2025, and early works for the town square site at 77 Bulcock Street commenced in April 2026.
Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade (CTCU)
A 1.6 km road upgrade and new extension delivered in two sections to improve access into Caloundra CBD. Section 1 (Omrah Ave to Arthur St) by Sunshine Coast Council will duplicate lanes and upgrade key intersections with new active transport paths. Section 2 (Third Ave extension to Nicklin Way) by Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads delivers a new 4-way signalised intersection at Nicklin Way, four lanes to Arthur St, compliant crossings, an underpass at West Terrace and separated bike/pedestrian paths.Final design was confirmed in May 2025. A construction tender was released in March 2026. Subject to EPBC Act approvals and contractor appointment, construction is anticipated to begin mid-2026 with completion targeted for early 2028.
Holiday Inn & Suites Caloundra Sunshine Coast
A 12-storey international hotel development featuring 160 rooms and suites, including 33 one and two-bedroom suites. The project marks the first international hotel brand in Caloundra and includes ground-level retail, a 210-seat all-day dining restaurant, rooftop restaurant and sky bar, fitness centre, and an outdoor pool. Developed by Felix Capital in partnership with IHG Hotels & Resorts, it is a key piece of infrastructure supporting the region's growth toward the 2032 Olympic Games.
Solara Kings Beach
Solara Kings Beach is a seven level boutique apartment building delivering 23 oversized three and four bedroom residences and skyhomes at 19-21 Verney Street, Kings Beach. Developed by Citimax Property Group and designed by Angelo Patrick Architects, the project offers large floor plans, generous balconies, and high end coastal interiors with resort style amenities including a pool, gym, dining pavilion, BBQ area and dog wash. Following Sunshine Coast Council approval in late 2024 and a subsequent planning appeal over tree protection conditions, construction has now commenced, with completion targeted from 2027.Apartments are being marketed as premium downsizer and owner occupier product with strong ocean views and proximity to the Kings Beach esplanade and Caloundra town centre.
Caloundra to Currimundi (C2C) Active Transport Corridor
The project aims to deliver a safe and comfortable route to increase walking and riding, connecting the communities of Currimundi, Dicky Beach, Moffat Beach, and Caloundra. It is part of the Queensland Government's Principal Cycle Network, providing inclusive infrastructure for all ages and abilities, with safety improvements and integration with open spaces. Currently paused to integrate outcomes from the Schools Active Transport Infrastructure Pilot project.
1,547 residents of Moffat Beach are employed, from a labour force of 1,611. Unemployment sits at 4.0%, with participation at 63.4%. 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 2,654, about 90% 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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Local economic data reveals a highly qualified labor force with high representation in key public sectors and a low unemployment rate of 4.0%. As of March 2026, there are 1,547 employed residents. This unemployment rate is virtually identical to the 3.9% recorded in Regional Qld, while the participation rate aligns closely with the regional figure of 64.3%. Census data indicates that a moderate 20.1% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.
The area exhibits a strong concentration in health care & social assistance, employing workers at a rate of 1.2 times the Regional Qld average. In contrast, agricultural, forestry, and fishing operations account for only 0.8% of employment compared to the regional benchmark of 4.5%. The mismatch between the local working population and resident workers highlights that this residential area offers limited local jobs. Labor force trends over the 12 months ending March 2026 show a 0.2% reduction in the total workforce alongside a 0.9% drop in active employment, which raised the local unemployment rate by 0.6 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional Qld experienced a 0.1% rise in employment and a 0.3% increase in the total labor force, leading to a minor 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 offer additional perspective on future job opportunities. These projections have been modeled against the local workforce structure to estimate five and ten-year job trends. Although national employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of growth varies widely by sector. Extrapolating these national trends suggests local employment could expand by 7.1% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, assuming a basic weighted calculation without local population adjustments.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Moffat Beach is $1,639 a week (about $85,000 a year), with median personal income at $782 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,605 a year against an average of $65,886. 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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Tax statistics from FY 2023 show that Moffat Beach residents earn slightly less than the national average. The median income for local taxpayers is $51,605 and the average income is $65,886, compared to Regional Qld averages of $53,146 and $66,593. Factoring in a Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since FY 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be around $57,467 for the median and $73,371 for the average. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes sit in the moderate range, placing between the 44th and 45th percentiles.
Income distribution data indicates the largest segment of residents, representing 27.7% or 812 individuals, falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which compares to 31.7% in the broader region. Financial stress from housing is prominent, with residents retaining 83.4% of their income after housing costs, placing the area in the 43rd percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 6th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Moffat Beach had 1,032 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 76% detached houses and 10% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 31% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 24.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.5%. 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 that housing in Moffat Beach is composed of 75.9% standalone houses and 24.2% alternative options such as townhouses and flats, compared to Regional Qld averages of 76.4% and 23.6%. Home ownership is high at 39.3%, well ahead of the Regional Qld rate, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (29.2%) or renting (31.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 is much higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, and the median weekly rent of $400 also exceeds the regional figure of $345.
Locally, mortgage costs are notably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents also exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Moffat Beach counted 1,032 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,125 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 35% couples without children. 24% 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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Families make up 71.5% of local households, consisting of couples with children at 26.0%, couples without children at 35.2%, and single-parent households at 9.9%. Non-family households represent the remaining 28.5% of homes, with single person households accounting for 23.8% and share houses making up 4.4%. The median household occupancy of 2.4 people sits just below the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
32.4% of adults in Moffat Beach hold a university qualification, including 22.9% with a bachelor degree and 6.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 23.5% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Higher education rates in Moffat Beach are significantly above regional standards, with 32.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 20.6% in the Rest of Qld and 23.6% in the SA3 region. This concentration of degrees positions the local community well for professional services roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 22.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 6.2% and graduate diplomas at 3.3%. Vocational qualifications are also common, with 36.0% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade certifications, including advanced diplomas at 12.5% and certificate-level training at 23.5%.
A significant proportion of the population is engaged in learning, with 26.9% of residents enrolled in an educational institution. This group includes 8.7% in primary school, 8.7% in high school, and 4.7% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Moffat Beach reaches 12 stops on 4 routes, timetabled for about 770 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 1.4 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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There are 12 public transport stops in Moffat Beach, providing bus services across 4 separate routes that host a total of 765 weekly passenger journeys. Commuters enjoy excellent transit access, living an average of 179 meters from their nearest stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, the majority of residents commute to work elsewhere, with cars remaining the primary transport mode for 90% of commuters. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.4 cars per household. Data from the 2021 Census indicates that 20.1% of residents work from home, which may be reflective of pandemic conditions.
Transit services average 109 daily trips across all active routes, which translates to roughly 63 weekly passenger trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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65.7% of residents in Moffat Beach report no long-term health condition. 4.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.2 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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Local health trends are positive, with low rates of mortality and chronic illness in both younger and older demographics, while private health insurance coverage is slightly higher than the SA2 average at approximately 53% of the community, representing roughly 1,563 people. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues, affecting 10.2% and 8.4% of the population. Meanwhile, 65.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health profiles for working-age residents are standard. Residents aged 65 and over make up 22.3% of the community (654 people), which is higher than the Regional Qld benchmark of 20.4%.
The health profile of these older residents is favorable, with national health rankings matching the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Moffat Beach is largely Australian-born, at 80.7% of residents, with 4.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.2%) and Australian (25.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Moffat Beach has a lower level of cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 86.7% of the population, 80.7% born in Australia, and 95.2% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 49.1% of residents. The most notable religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the population, matching the 0.1% average across Regional Qld. The primary parent ancestries reported in the area are English at 33.2%, Australian at 25.3%, and Irish at 10.4%. There are also distinct concentrations of other heritages, with Scottish ancestry overrepresented at 9.9% compared to 7.8% regionally, German ancestry at 5.6% compared to 4.7%, and Dutch ancestry at 1.7% compared to 1.1% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Moffat Beach is 46, older than 85% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 23.4% 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 46 years in Moffat Beach is higher than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional Qld, there is a higher proportion of residents in the 55 - 64 bracket (16.8%) but fewer children in the 5 - 14 group (10.2%). The concentration of residents aged 55 - 64 is also higher than the national average of 11.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age bracket has increased from 9.1% to 10.8% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group rose from 11.0% to 12.6%, while the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 14.7% to 12.8%.
By 2041, demographic shifts will alter the local age profile, led by a 39% increase in the 75 to 84 cohort, which will grow from 225 to 314 residents (an increase of 88 people). The aging trend continues with residents aged 65 and older representing 55% of the projected growth, while the 55 to 64 and 5 to 14 age groups are expected to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Moffat Beach
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 4 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jun 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 — 55 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,691 at the 2021 Census → 2,933 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 (SAL31869). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.