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Newport (Qld) has an estimated 7,851 residents, up from 5,964 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,887 people, or 31.6%. Growth has averaged 7.5% a year over five years, faster than 95% of areas nationally. 645 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 78.0% of that increase. That puts 1,943 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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Newport (Qld) has a population projected to be near 7,851 as of May 2026, according to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS regional demographic updates and newly confirmed addresses since the Census. Compared to the 5,964 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this represents a growth of 1,887 individuals (31.6%). The calculation relies on an estimated local population of 7,711 generated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an additional 645 validated new addresses since the Census date. This size results in a density of 1,943 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure for locations analyzed nationally by AreaSearch.
The 31.6% expansion rate of Newport (Qld) since the 2021 census was faster than both the wider SA3 area (8.9%) and the national benchmark, placing the locality among the top growth performers in the region. Local gains were mostly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 78.0% of total population increases recently, though other contributors like overseas migration and natural increase also registered positive gains. AreaSearch incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for individual SA2 zones published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For areas not included in that dataset, or for periods after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 using 2021 data are used. Because the Queensland state datasets omit age-specific details, AreaSearch allocates age cohort growth proportionally using the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023 with a 2022 baseline). Looking at future demographic shifts, the suburb of Newport (Qld) is anticipated to experience above-median growth relative to other Australian statistical areas, with aggregated SA2 projections indicating an increase of 1,424 persons by 2041, which represents a total growth of 16.4% over the 16 years.
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809 new dwellings have been approved in Newport (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 161 a year. That places the area in the 94th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 21 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 105 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 60% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 137, 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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Analysis of building approval statistics from the ABS indicates that Newport has averaged approximately 161 dwelling approvals yearly, with a total of 809 residential approvals across the prior 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 126 recorded in the current FY-26 period. Reflecting strong demand that helps sustain property values, each approved dwelling has attracted an average of 2.9 new residents annually during the prior 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with new builds carrying an average construction cost of $751,000, which suggests that builders are targeting affluent buyers with premium properties.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $9.7 million during the current financial year, demonstrating ongoing commercial investment. Newport has 231.0% more property development activity per capita than Greater Brisbane, giving home buyers more options despite a recent slowdown in construction. This rate of development is significantly higher than the national average, showcasing strong builder interest in the community. Newly approved properties consist of 60.0% detached houses alongside 40.0% townhouses or apartments, showing a growing diversity of attached housing styles that accommodate various budgets, from large family homes to smaller, more affordable options. This marks a clear departure from the current housing stock (which stands at 94.0% houses), pointing to a shortage of vacant residential land and reflecting changing household preferences for varied and cost-effective living spaces. The current ratio of approximately 127 people for every approved dwelling indicates a growing property market. Projections indicate that Newport is set to add 1,284 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If the current rate of construction continues, the supply of new homes should easily satisfy this demand, which creates favorable conditions for purchasers and could help the area exceed current population 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 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Newport (Qld), worth an estimated $1.22 billion. A further 138 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $39 billion. 48 are already under construction and 62 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and retail. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Infrastructure upgrades, major construction projects, and planning changes have a significant impact on local development. AreaSearch has identified 15 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Key developments include Stage 1 of the Bruce Highway Upgrade between Dohles Rocks Road and Anzac Avenue, the Stockland Newport Master Planned Community, Rothwell Retirement Village, and Lighthouse Newport, with details provided on those most relevant to the community.
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Bruce Highway (Brisbane-Gympie), Dohles Rocks Road to Anzac Avenue Upgrade (Stage 1)
Stage 1 is a jointly funded Bruce Highway upgrade delivering extended north-facing ramps between Dohles Rocks Road and Anzac Avenue. Works include a new northbound entry ramp from Dohles Rocks Road extending as an auxiliary lane to the Anzac Avenue exit, a new southbound exit ramp to Dohles Rocks Road, ramp metering, upgraded and new signalised intersections on Dohles Rocks Road, modified Goodrich Road East access, and new or upgraded noise barriers. Main construction started in April 2025.
Stockland Newport Retirement Living - Expansion (Pier North)
Expansion of the established Newport Retirement Living community as the final Pier North precinct within the broader Stockland Newport masterplanned community. The project delivers approximately 125 additional two and three-bedroom retirement apartments with resort-style resident facilities, landscaped podiums, renewable energy initiatives and a 4 Star Green Star Design rating. Construction is continuing with completion anticipated during 2027.
Thyme Lifestyle Resort Rothwell
A luxury over-50s lifestyle resort featuring 192 homesites. The development includes a multimillion-dollar clubhouse, bowling green, pickleball courts, and a pool. The project required significant civil works including 100,000 cubic meters of fill to manage flood and tidal constraints.
Stockland Newport Master Planned Community
A 143-hectare bayside masterplanned community on the Redcliffe Peninsula in the Moreton Bay Region, featuring a 22-hectare non-tidal lake with high-mast boat access to Moreton Bay via a lock system. The $590 million project delivers approximately 2,200 dwellings across land lots, townhomes, apartments, and retirement living, alongside Newport Marketplace (retail, dining, health hub), extensive parklands, and cycling and walking paths. As of mid-2026, all homesites at Newport are sold and the on-site sales office has closed.Newport won the 2023 UDIA Queensland Award for Excellence in Masterplanned Communities and was recognised as Australia's Best Masterplanned Development at the 2024 UDIA National Awards.
Lighthouse Newport
A collection of 132 luxury waterfront apartments, penthouses, garden villas, and townhomes across two six-storey buildings, with marina berths and resort-style amenities including two swimming pools, communal BBQs, and a residents lounge. Located on Newport's waterfront with views across Moreton Bay, it is the final high-density site in the Newport masterplan. Construction is underway for Stage 1 (Lighthouse Palm), and Stage 2 (Dune) is now selling.
Lighthouse Newport
Luxury waterfront residential development comprising approximately 132 apartments, penthouses, garden villas and townhomes. The project is being delivered on a waterfront site within the Newport masterplanned community and includes resort-style facilities such as a pool, resident lounge, gym and landscaped recreation areas. Construction is underway with completion targeted in 2027.
Rothwell Homemaker Centre
Large format retail homemaker centre featuring major retailers including Harvey Norman, Super Amart, and specialty home improvement stores with extensive parking and accessibility. A major new homemaker centre proposed for a 3.7-hectare high-profile site in Rothwell with frontage to Buchanan Street. The development includes a 2,500sqm warehouse for storage and distribution, 365 car parking spaces, and will be built in two stages.
Suttons Beach Pavilion Redevelopment
A $19.5 million redevelopment of the iconic Suttons Beach site featuring a new two-storey seaside pavilion. The project includes three hospitality tenancies, an elevated event deck, public viewing decks, and extensive landscaping with upgraded public amenities and a Changing Places facility. Designed by lahznimmo architects, the project incorporates repurposed bricks from the original structure and relocates the 1998 rotunda to maintain community heritage. The redevelopment is funded via the SEQ City Deal with contributions from Federal, State, and Council levels.
4,159 residents of Newport (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 4,203. Unemployment sits at 1.0%, with participation at 65.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 5,893, about 75% 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 highly skilled, with a notable presence of manufacturing and industrial employees, an unemployment rate of only 1.0%, and an annual employment growth estimate of 6.8% based on statistical area data compiled by AreaSearch. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,159, while the unemployment rate sat 3.3% lower than the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, and the participation rate was slightly lower than the metropolitan norm (65.7% versus 70.4% in Greater Brisbane). Census figures indicate that a modest 20.8% of employed locals worked from home, although these figures may have been influenced by pandemic-related lockdown measures.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The community has a high concentration of construction workers, representing 1.3 times the proportion seen across the broader region. Conversely, public administration & safety employs only 5.1% of the workforce, which is lower than the Greater Brisbane level of 7.0%. Because this is a major residential enclave, local job options appear limited based on the difference between the number of local jobs and the size of the resident workforce during the Census. Based on AreaSearch assessments of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader statistical area, both employment and the labor force grew by 6.8% during the twelve months ending March 2026, keeping the local unemployment rate steady. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 3.2%, labor force growth of 3.4%, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide context for local demand trends in Newport. These projections, spanning five and ten years, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Although the nationwide workforce is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates vary widely by industry. Weighting these projections to match local employment patterns suggests that Newport should see employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighted extrapolation for comparison and does not account for local population changes).
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Median household income in Newport (Qld) is $2,418 a week (about $126,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,009 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $65,453 a year against an average of $88,047. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The latest postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 reveals a median taxpayer income of $65,453 and an average income of $88,047. These figures are exceptionally high on a national scale, comparing favorably to Greater Brisbane where the median is $58,236 and the average is $72,799. Adjusting for a 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 would be around $72,888 for median income and $98,049 for average income. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes all ranked in the top percentiles nationally, ranging from the 79th to the 88th percentile.
The largest group of earners consists of 31.6% of residents (2,480 people) who fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, which aligns closely with the metropolitan average of 33.3% in this tier. A substantial 38.4% of taxpayers earn weekly incomes exceeding $3,000, indicating high levels of local affluence that support the retail economy. Housing costs consume 14.0% of household earnings, and strong incomes place local residents in the 89th percentile for disposable income, with a SEIFA income score in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Newport (Qld) had 2,107 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 94% detached houses and 3% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 24% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $530 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,470 a month, a total housing cost higher than 78% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.6%. 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 time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Newport consisted of 93.9% separate houses and 6.0% alternative housing options like townhouses and apartments, compared to 73.5% separate houses and 26.5% other dwellings across the Brisbane metropolitan area. Home ownership was significantly higher than the metropolitan average at 38.8%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (37.2%) or rented (23.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,470, which is higher than the Brisbane metropolitan average of $1,863, while the median weekly rent stood at $530 compared to $380 in the broader metro area.
Nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are also higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Newport (Qld) counted 2,107 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,774 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 39% couples without children. 13% 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 represent the vast majority of households at 85.0%, which is made up of couples with children at 37.1%, couples without children at 39.3%, and single-parent homes at 8.1%. The remaining 15.0% consists of non-family households, with single person dwellings accounting for 12.9% and group living situations representing 1.8% of the total. The median size of local households is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
25.9% of adults in Newport (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 17.9% with a bachelor degree and 5.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 25.5% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Residents in Newport hold qualifications at rates that significantly exceed regional averages, with 25.9% of those aged 15+ possessing a university degree, compared to 14.9% in the SA4 region and 19.2% in the SA3 area. This educational profile positions the workforce well for knowledge-based employment. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 17.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.0% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Vocational training is also common, with 38.7% of residents aged 15+ holding technical qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (13.2%) and certificate level courses (25.5%).
A high proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 27.1% of residents enrolled in an educational program. This includes 9.3% in primary school, 8.4% in high school, and 3.9% in tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Newport (Qld) reaches 11 stops on 1 route, timetabled for about 180 services a week. The typical home sits about 410 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.8 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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Public transport options include 11 active bus stops located within Newport. These stops are serviced by 1 distinct routes, which provide a total of 180 weekly passenger trips. Public transport accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 408 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, most workers commute to other districts, with private cars being the dominant mode of transport for 90% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.8 cars, which is higher than the regional average. In the 2021 Census, 20.8% of employed residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 health measures.
Service frequency averages 25 daily trips across all routes, which translates to roughly 16 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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70.9% of residents in Newport (Qld) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 81% of areas nationally. 4.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 62.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.9 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 data shows excellent wellness indicators across Newport, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality and chronic illnesses, with low rates of common health conditions across all ages and private health insurance coverage at a high rate of approximately 62% of the population (4,874 people). This is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 55.8% and the national benchmark of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues identified locally were arthritis and asthma, affecting 8.8% and 6.5% of the population, respectively, while 70.9% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane.
Residents under the age of 65 experience better than average health. The community has 24.1% of its population aged 65 and older (1,892 people), compared to 15.1% in Greater Brisbane. Seniors in the area display strong health metrics, with national rankings matching those of the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
29.3% of Newport (Qld) residents were born overseas and 9.8% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.9%) and Australian (23.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Newport exhibits a high degree of cultural diversity, with 9.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 29.3% born in another country. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 55.8% of the population, which is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 47.8%. Regarding ancestral backgrounds, the most common heritages are English, representing 31.9% of the population (higher than the regional average of 26.8%), Australian at 23.4%, and Irish at 9.0%. There are also distinct concentrations of other backgrounds compared to the broader region, with South Australian backgrounds at 1.1% (compared to 0.6% regionally), Welsh at 0.8% (compared to 0.5%), and New Zealand heritages at 1.1% (compared to 1.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Newport (Qld) is 43. 19.5% 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 43 in Newport is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and the national median of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is well represented at 13.1% of the population, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 8.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age bracket has increased from 5.5% to 8.6%, and the 85+ bracket has risen from 1.0% to 2.4%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 15.0% to 13.1%, and the 5 to 14 age group has fallen from 13.0% to 11.7%.
Population projections for 2041 forecast significant changes in the local age profile. The 75 to 84 age cohort is projected to grow by 69% (462 people), increasing from 675 to 1,138 individuals. Combined cohorts aged 65 and over are expected to make up 70% of total population growth, reflecting an aging trend. In contrast, the cohorts aged 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 are projected to experience declines.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Newport (Qld)
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 7 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 Aug 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 — 645 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,964 at the 2021 Census → 7,851 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 (SAL32136). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.