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Mount Barker (WA) has an estimated 3,075 residents, up from 2,855 at the 2021 Census — a change of 220 people, or 7.7%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 76.0% of that increase. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. 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 Mount Barker (WA), updated ABS regional data alongside AreaSearch address validations since the Census indicate an estimated count of around 3,075 residents as of Aug 2026. This equates to an expansion of 220 people (7.7%) compared to the 2,855 people documented at the 2021 Census. AreaSearch established this figure by evaluating the ABS resident population estimate of 3,058 from the latest ERP data release (June 2025) together with 32 validated new addresses identified post-Census. Consequently, the local density ratio stands at 6.3 persons per square kilometer, offering generous personal space.
Across the prior decade, the suburb of Mount Barker (WA) recorded steady development with a 1.1% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the broader SA4 region. Incoming interstate migration served as the primary growth catalyst, generating approximately 76.0% of recent population gains, while natural growth and overseas migration also registered positive contributions. Projections applied by AreaSearch incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia modeling for each SA2 area released in 2024 using 2022 as a base year. Where SA2 coverage is absent, as well as for all periods extending post-2032, growth rates across age brackets from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region release (utilising 2022 data) are applied. On the basis of these anticipated demographic transitions, population growth in the suburb of Mount Barker (WA) is projected to track above the median of Australian non-metropolitan areas, expanding by 343 persons to 2041 under aggregated SA2-level figures, which represents an overall climb of 10.6% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
79 new dwellings have been approved in Mount Barker (WA) over the past five years, an average of 15 a year. That places the area in the 58th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 19, 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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According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building approvals across statistical geographies, residential authorizations in Mount Barker have averaged around 15 per annum, accumulating to an estimated 79 homes over the past 5 financial years. Within FY-25 to date, 19 approvals have been logged. With an average of 2.6 new residents per year for each dwelling across the past 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 and FY-25), sustained demand is present to underpin property values. Construction costs for new dwellings average $283,000, remaining below broader regional figures and offering more attainable choices for purchasers.
Furthermore, approvals for commercial projects total $4.9 million this financial year, underscoring the predominant focus on residential development. Per capita development levels in Mount Barker mirror the Rest of WA, maintaining construction stability aligned with broader regional trends. In addition, every recent residential approval has been for detached houses, reinforcing the low-density landscape and catering to buyers seeking standalone properties with ample land. With a ratio of around 165 people per approval, the locality displays characteristics typical of an expanding market. Demographic forecasts point to Mount Barker gaining 326 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release. Current rates of residential construction appear well positioned to satisfy anticipated demand, fostering favorable purchasing conditions and potentially facilitating local expansion beyond baseline population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Mount Barker (WA)
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AreaSearch tracks 26 current infrastructure and development projects close to Mount Barker (WA), worth an estimated $703 million. 5 are already under construction and 10 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and agriculture & rural development. 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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Infrastructure investments, planning initiatives, and major developments play a vital role in shaping local economic performance. At present, no major projects have been identified by AreaSearch with a direct local footprint. Significant regional initiatives include the South West Interconnected System Transformation, Western Australia Agricultural Supply Chain Improvements, WA Police Satellite Technology Upgrade, and Regional And Rural Wa Road Network Safety Improvements, with key relevant initiatives outlined below.
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Albany Regional Airport Upgrades
The City of Albany is advancing the Albany Airport Master Plan 2043, following Council endorsement of the Code 3 Development Strategy in April 2024. This phase focuses on airside and landside improvements to support existing RPT and FIFO services. In early 2026, the City issued tenders for Runway Upgrade and Overlay Design Services, with maintenance and asphalt resurfacing of the main runway (RWY 14/32) scheduled for the 2026/2027 summer construction period. The upgrades aim to support larger narrow-bodied aircraft, enhance regional tourism, and facilitate Large Aerial Tanker operations for fire safety.
Clydesdale Park
Clydesdale Park is an established residential estate by DevelopmentWA located in McKail, 7km from the Albany town centre. When complete, the estate will feature up to 430 homes, a central bushland park with walkways, and a future primary school. The estate offers easy access to local schools, sporting complexes, and shopping centres. Stage 3 civil works are underway with lots currently sold out or under offer, and future land releases planned.
McKail North Local Structure Plan
The McKail North Local Structure Plan is a proposed replacement for the previous outline development plan covering approximately 68.16 hectares in northern McKail. The structure plan proposes a lower-density residential community ranging from R2.5 to R25, a new primary school site, consolidated public open space, and an updated road network. Following public consultation that closed in January 2025, the City of Albany has progressed broader planning for the Gladville (Lancaster North) precinct, including a Structure Plan, Development Contribution Plan and Local Planning Scheme Amendment.
Centennial Park Urban Renewal Area
An urban renewal area with plans to prepare a Structure Plan to investigate zonings, land uses, and provide for a diverse range of residential densities (R40 to RAC), aiming to increase employment opportunities and improve community facilities.
McKail Community Housing Project
A $5.2 million project by Advance Housing that has completed construction on twelve new modular social homes in McKail, Albany. The project includes six two-story buildings with a mix of one and two-bedroom units. The homes were designed for energy efficiency with a 7-star energy rating and meet Liveable Design Standards to ensure accessibility. They were built by Wauters Building Company.
South Regional TAFE - Albany Trade Workshop
New facilities will deliver training in traditional trades and stimulate local economy. The new workshops will replace the campus' existing 50-year old trade facilities.
Oyster Harbour Estate
Master-planned residential community at Bayonet Head, Albany WA, overlooking Oyster Harbour and the Kalgan River. A joint venture between DevelopmentWA and Heath Development Company, the estate will ultimately provide up to 1,899 residential homesites across 35 hectares of public open space, including man-made lakes, playgrounds, boardwalks and pedestrian pathways, plus fibre to home connectivity. Stage 8B (19 lots, including two social housing lots) sold out following construction completion in late 2024. In February 2026 the WA Government released the first 20 lots of Stage 9 (part of a 46-lot release including seven social housing lots), with civil works due to start in May 2026 and titles expected by December 2026.
Oyster Harbour Green Social Housing Project
Advance Housing, in partnership with the Cook and Albanese Labor Governments, is delivering 36 new social and affordable rental homes across four buildings in Bayonet Head, Albany. The mix of 25 social homes and 11 affordable rental units will provide one- and two-bedroom dwellings for singles and small families, built to a minimum average 7-star NatHERS energy rating and the Gold Standard of the Livable Housing Design Guidelines. Wauters Building Company was appointed as the construction contractor in June 2026, with the project having broken ground around April 2026.The State Government is contributing 11.08 million dollars in grant funding, with a further 9.5 million dollars from the Commonwealth via Housing Australia, and the balance funded by Advance Housing. Practical completion is forecast for late 2027.
1,418 residents of Mount Barker (WA) are employed, from a labour force of 1,474. Unemployment sits at 3.7%, with participation at 57.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,503, about 81% 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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Mount Barker maintains an employment profile split between blue-collar and white-collar roles alongside healthy representation across essential services, supporting an unemployment rate of only 3.7% per aggregated statistical figures from AreaSearch. As of March 2026, employed residents total 1,418, while unemployment sits 0.2% above the 3.5% reported for Regional WA, and participation in the labour force trails notably at 57.6% versus 65.4% regionally. Census records show a modest 8.1% of workers operating from home, though historical Covid-19 restrictions should be considered. The primary employment sectors for local residents include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, alongside retail trade.
Specialisation is pronounced in agriculture, forestry & fishing, where the local concentration reaches 1.7 times the regional level. Conversely, mining represents just 3.2% of the local workforce compared to 11.7% across the region. Comparisons between Census counts of resident workers and local employment positions indicate a constrained volume of local workplace opportunities. AreaSearch assessment of SALM and ABS figures for the 12 months to March 2026 shows the local labour force contracted by 5.3% as employment dropped by 7.1%, resulting in a 1.7 percentage points rise in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Regional WA saw employment fall by 0.1%, the labour force rise by 0.3%, and unemployment increase by 0.4 percentage points. Forward-looking guidance from Jobs and Skills Australia national projections as of Mar-26 offers additional perspective on potential demand within Mount Barker over five- and ten-year horizons. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with distinct variations across industries. Weighting these sectoral trends against the local industry distribution suggests local jobs could grow by 5.2% over five years and 11.7% over ten years (representing an illustrative extrapolation without factoring in localized demographic models).
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Median household income in Mount Barker (WA) is $1,104 a week (about $57,000 a year), with median personal income at $602 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $42,665 a year against an average of $51,918. 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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ATO taxation statistics for financial year 2023 evaluated by AreaSearch show that personal earnings in the suburb of Mount Barker sit below national benchmarks, reporting a median of $42,665 and an average of $51,918. By comparison, Regional WA recorded a median income of $59,973 and an average of $74,392. Factoring in an indexed Wage Price Index uplift of 10.93% since financial year 2023 brings estimated income levels to approximately $47,328 (median) and $57,593 (average) as of March 2026. Across Census evaluations, local personal, family, and household earnings rank between the 7th and 12th percentiles across Australia.
In terms of earnings distribution, the $400 - 799 weekly bracket accounts for 30.7% of residents (944 individuals), whereas the surrounding region sees its largest cohort (31.1%) earning in the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Even though residents retain 86.7% of their earnings after accommodation expenses, overall disposable income places only at the 11th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mount Barker (WA) had 1,040 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $225 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,226 a month. Rent absorbs 20.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.6%. 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 most recent Census, the local housing stock consisted of 95.7% separate houses and 4.3% other dwellings (including semi-detached units, apartments, and alternative structures), compared with 88.5% houses and 11.6% other dwellings across Regional WA. Outright property ownership reached 42.9%, noticeably higher than the regional average, while mortgaged properties accounted for 31.5% and rental properties made up 25.6%. Housing costs remain comparatively low, with the median monthly mortgage payment at $1,226 and median weekly rent at $225, compared to $1,560 and $265 in Regional WA. On a national scale, Mount Barker also compares favorably against Australian averages of $1,863 for mortgages and $375 for rents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mount Barker (WA) counted 1,040 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,120 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 34% couples without children. 28% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the vast majority of local domestic arrangements at 70.0%, composed of couples without children (34.2%), couples with children (25.2%), and single parent families (9.3%). Non-family living situations account for the remaining 30.0%, with lone person households representing 27.6% and group residences making up 1.8%. The local median household size stands at 2.4 people, slightly below the 2.5 recorded across Regional WA.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.6% of adults in Mount Barker (WA) hold a university qualification, including 11.6% with a bachelor degree and 1.8% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 76% of areas nationally. A further 31.6% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 656 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 937 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 reveals significant scope for improvement, as tertiary qualification rates (14.6%) remain well behind the nationwide benchmark of 30.4%, highlighting a key focus area for local educational programs. Attainment is led by bachelor degrees at 11.6%, with postgraduate qualifications at 1.8% and graduate diplomas at 1.2%. Meanwhile, vocational qualifications are widely held, with 43.1% of community members aged 15+ holding technical credentials, comprising certificates (31.6%) and advanced diplomas (11.5%). Enrolment in education is active throughout the community, with 30.3% of residents attending educational institutions. This comprises 11.8% in primary schooling, 9.4% in secondary education, and 2.0% engaged in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Mount Barker (WA) means driving: households keep an average of 1.7 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of passenger transit reveals 1 active transport stops serving Mount Barker via bus connectivity. This infrastructure is utilized by 2 individual routes that deliver a total of 24 weekly passenger trips. Overall public transport access is limited, with local properties positioned an average of 839 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential orientation of the area, external commuting is customary; private vehicle transport accounts for 94% of trips, while 4% of commutes are on foot. Households maintain an average of 1.7 motor vehicles. A minor 8.1% of workers worked from home according to the 2021 Census, a figure potentially influenced by pandemic conditions.
Public transport services run at an average frequency of 3 trips per day across operating routes, delivering approximately 24 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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62.1% of residents in Mount Barker (WA) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 76% of areas nationally. 6.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.6 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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AreaSearch evaluations of chronic condition incidence and mortality statistics point to notable public health challenges in Mount Barker, with standard health issues observed across younger and older demographics alike. Private health insurance participation is subdued at approximately 48% of the community (~1,470 people), trailing the Regional WA benchmark of 56.4% as well as the national standard of 55.7%. The most widely reported long-term health concerns in the community are arthritis, impacting 10.5% of residents, and mental health conditions, affecting 9.8%, while 62.1% reported no long-term medical conditions compared to 69.3% in Regional WA.
Working-age cohorts record elevated rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over constitute 26.9% of the population (827 people), well above the 19.1% share seen across Regional WA, with senior health indicators generally tracking in line with broader national trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Mount Barker (WA) is largely Australian-born, at 78.2% of residents, with 9.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (35.6%) and Australian (29.7%). 3.1% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Measures of cultural diversity in Mount Barker generally align with regional norms, featuring 82.7% Australian citizenship, 78.2% of residents born in Australia, and 90.9% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant faith, comprising 42.8% of the population. Notably, Islamic affiliation shows a higher concentration than usual, representing 4.2% of local residents compared with 0.8% across Regional WA. Looking at parental country of birth, the primary ancestries reported in Mount Barker are English (35.6%), Australian (29.7%), and Scottish (8.5%). Several specific cultural backgrounds show distinctive local representations, including Dutch at 1.6% (compared to 1.5% regionally), Welsh at 0.7% (against 0.6%), and Australian Aboriginal background at 3.1% (versus 6.1% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mount Barker (WA) is 48, older than 88% of areas nationally. 19.7% 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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Mount Barker maintains an older age distribution relative to surrounding regions. AreaSearch figures for August 2026 indicate that residents aged 65+ account for 26.9% of the population compared to 19.1% across Regional WA, while adults aged 25 - 44 represent 18.4% against 26.6% regionally. The median age is estimated at 48 as at August 2026, identical to the 2021 Census figure, remaining 8 years above the Regional WA median of 40 and well above the Australian Census median of 38. Since the Census, the proportion of residents aged 65+ increased from 24.6% to an estimated 26.9%.
Long-term projections indicate adults aged 25 - 44 will generate the largest numerical gain to 2041, increasing by 187 (33%) to reach 753, whereas younger age groups and children are expected to decrease over this timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mount Barker (WA)
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) | 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 · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 4 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 32 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (2,855 at the 2021 Census → 3,075 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 (SAL51004). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.