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Nikenbah has an estimated 2,893 residents, up from 1,234 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,659 people, or 134.4%. Growth has averaged 20.8% a year over five years, faster than 99% of areas nationally. 686 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 93.0% of that increase. That puts 123 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census Nikenbah's population is estimated at around 2,893 as of May 2026. The suburb of Nikenbah has expanded its residency by 1,659 people (134.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 1,234 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,893, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 686 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This level of population equates to a density ratio of 123 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. Nikenbah's 134.4% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the Rest of Qld (9.2%), along with the national average, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed approximately 93.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Looking ahead at future demographics, a major upward trend is anticipated for the suburb of Nikenbah, placing it in the top tier of national non-metropolitan zones. Projections aggregated at the SA2 level forecast an expansion of 1,100 persons to 2041, representing a total rise of 38.0% across the 16 years.
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881 new dwellings have been approved in Nikenbah over the past five years, an average of 176 a year. That places the area in the 95th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 61 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 168 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 95% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 265, 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 municipal building statistics processed by AreaSearch, this locality registers an annual average of about 176 residential approvals, which aggregates to approximately 881 planned dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. In the current stretch of FY-26, there are 243 approvals logged so far. Each constructed dwelling has corresponded to an intake of 2 new residents per year during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, highlighting a solid level of demand that supports local real estate values. These incoming homes carry an average estimated construction cost of $434,000.
Additionally, commercial building approvals have reached $4.0 million during this financial year, underscoring that the area remains predominantly residential. Adjusted per capita, construction activity is 748.0% more intense here than in the Rest of Qld, providing a wider selection of properties for purchasers. This rate of building far outstrips the national baseline, reflecting robust builder confidence in the area. The local pipeline is comprised of 95.0% detached houses and 5.0% townhouses or apartments, which preserves the low-density neighborhood character and appeals to buyers seeking space. The ratio of approximately 13 people per dwelling approval points to an expanding property market. Projections indicate that this locality is set to receive 1,100 residents by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. In light of current construction trends, the supply of new housing is anticipated to keep pace with demand, maintaining favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially supporting growth beyond official forecasts.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 32 current infrastructure and development projects close to Nikenbah, worth an estimated $1.88 billion. 10 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, tourism 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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Local performance is highly connected to infrastructure upgrades, major development plans, and regional zoning changes. AreaSearch has identified 14 projects likely to influence the local area. Notable initiatives include the Marina Square Development, Fraser Coast Sports and Recreation Precinct, Pinnacle Hervey Bay Estate, and Wondunna Mixed-Use Development (MCU22/0103), with key details provided below.
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The Glades
The Glades is a house and land estate in Wondunna, Hervey Bay, offering a mix of vacant blocks and house and land packages ranging from approximately 467sqm to 815sqm. Civil works are complete across earlier stages, with titled blocks available and stages 4 to 7 sold out. Stage 7a is now the current release selling. The estate is planned for a total of 271 lots and is positioned near Fraser Coast Anglican College, Stockland Hervey Bay, the Hervey Bay Airport and Fraser Coast Hospital.
Pinnacle Hervey Bay Estate
A master-planned residential estate situated on the ridge line of Hervey Bay/Wondunna, offering premium homesites and house and land packages with potential ocean and hinterland views. Stages 1-4 are sold, and development is ongoing with stages 5-10 planned along Silversea Rise. The total master-planned development is valued at approximately $78 million AUD.
Wondunna Mixed-Use Development (MCU22/0103)
Approved 8.08 hectare mixed-use precinct on four amalgamated parcels in Wondunna's Emerging Communities zone, sitting within the Doolong Flats / Ghost Hill Local Plan area. Development permit MCU22/0103 allows a material change of use covering childcare centre, community use, food and drink outlet, health care services, relocatable home park (medium-density townhouses), multiple dwelling (accessible dwellings), office and shop. A separate reconfiguration approval (513/3-081203, July 2023) supports a residential subdivision of the Gilston Road lots into a mix of duplex and standard residential lots ranging 500 to 1300 square metres.Indicative yield is around 148 lots, with potential for up to 209 dwellings if community / over-55s living is pursued. The four parcels were marketed by Tomassi & Co for 8 million dollars and have since been reported as sold, with BuildX Hervey Bay listed as the new developer on industry portals. The site sits adjacent to Fraser Coast Anglican College and is close to the Hervey Bay medical precinct.
Fraser Coast Sports and Recreation Precinct
A major multi-stage sporting precinct development across 60+ hectares in Nikenbah. Features sporting fields and playing surfaces for football, AFL, rugby, cricket, hockey, netball, tennis, athletics, plus community clubhouse with grandstand seating, floodlighting, and parking for 300 vehicles. Draft master plan endorsed in 2023, supporting community health and regional sporting excellence.
Liven Beach Road
Liven Beach Road is an over-50s luxury land lease lifestyle resort community in Urraween, Hervey Bay[cite: 1]. The development features 132 architecturally designed modern homes along with extensive shared resort amenities including a clubhouse, swimming pool, bowling greens, cinema, gym, and pickleball courts[cite: 1].
The Green Hervey Bay
A 47 hectare master planned residential lifestyle community proposed for Dundowran Beach near Hervey Bay. The scheme includes five gated over 55s lifestyle villages, four premium residential estates, an aged care facility, commercial and recreational precincts, clubhouses, medical facilities and green technology features. Council records show active approvals for Stage 1 bulk earthworks and related reconfiguration approvals, with no clear public evidence that full village construction has commenced.
Hervey Bay Community Hub
A $108.7 million five-storey civic development revitalising the Pialba city centre. The project features a new 3,650sqm two-level library, a Council Administration Centre, and a Disaster Resilience Centre. It includes community meeting rooms, creative spaces, a large outdoor public plaza for events, and underground parking. As of May 2026, the building structure is complete with the tower crane Hercules removed in February. Works are now focused on internal fit-out, facade cleaning, and 3.6 million dollars in surrounding road and footpath upgrades.The hub is scheduled to open in the second half of 2026.
Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road Intersection Upgrade
A jointly funded Australian and Queensland Government upgrade of the Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road intersection at Eli Waters and Urraween, on the southern approach to Hervey Bay. The intersection will be signalised to control vehicle movements and reduce crash risk, with Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road duplicated from two to four lanes on the southern approach between Urraween Road and the intersection, and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road duplicated from two to four lanes west of the intersection to Scrub Hill Road.Dual turn lanes will be installed on the Pialba-Burrum Heads Road leg to accommodate major turning movements. Pedestrian and bike rider facilities are also being upgraded, including shared paths and signalised crossings at the intersection. Stage 1 accommodation works, covering site preparation, fencing, signage and service adjustments in readiness for major construction, commenced in August 2024 and have continued through 2025. The Australian Government's Infrastructure Investment Program lists major construction as starting in mid 2026 with completion expected by late 2027. Total investment is listed at $55.35 million under QTRIP 2024-25 to 2027-28, comprising $35.28 million from the Australian Government and $20.07 million from the Queensland Government, against an original 2021 commitment of $44.1 million. The upgrade targets peak hour congestion and safety at one of the busiest intersections serving the growing Fraser Coast region.
1,518 residents of Nikenbah are employed, from a labour force of 1,529. Unemployment sits at 0.7%, with participation at 63.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% 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 2,322, about 80% 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 characterized by a strong skills base, high representation in essential service industries, and an unemployment rate of only 0.7%, alongside a 19.2% growth in employment over the past year. As of March 2026, employed residents count 1,518, showing an unemployment rate that sits 3.2% below the Regional Qld benchmark of 3.9%. Labor force participation remains closely aligned with the Regional Qld average of 64.3%. Data from the Census indicates a low portion of 8.4% working from home, though this figure may be influenced by lockdowns related to Covid-19.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The region exhibits a distinct concentration in health care & social assistance, with its employment share reaching 1.6 times the Regional Qld average. Conversely, manufacturing plays a minor role, employing 3.3% of the workforce compared to 5.6% across Regional Qld. Comparing the local jobs held by residents to the total working-age population suggests that regional commuting is common, as local employment opportunities are limited. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS figures for the year ending March 2026, the employed population expanded by 19.2% and the total labor force grew by 18.3%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate by 0.8 percentage points. During the same timeframe, Regional Qld experienced a minor employment rise of 0.1% and labor force growth of 0.3%, with unemployment ticked up by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections from May-25 compiled by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future local demand. While nationwide employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Mapping these industry projections to the local workforce composition suggests employment for local residents could rise by 6.9% over five years and 14.5% over ten years, assuming a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes without factoring in localized population shifts.
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Median household income in Nikenbah is $1,660 a week (about $86,000 a year), with median personal income at $740 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,760 a year against an average of $72,619. 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 for financial year 2023 indicates that local incomes exceed the national averages, with a median of $57,760 and an average of $72,619. This is higher than the Regional Qld averages, which show a median of $53,146 and an average of $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of approximately $64,322 for the median and $80,869 for the average as of March 2026. According to the Census, household, family, and individual incomes sit in a moderate bracket, ranging between the 37th and 45th percentiles.
The largest income band contains 33.3% of residents earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (963 residents), which aligns closely with Regional Qld where 31.7% fall into this range. Discretionary income remaining after housing costs stands at 85.4%, and the area ranks in the 6th decile on the SEIFA index of relative disadvantage.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Nikenbah had 415 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 100% detached houses and 0% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $390 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,747 a month. Rent absorbs 23.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the last Census, the local housing mix consisted of 100.0% detached houses and virtually no townhouses, apartments, or alternative dwellings, whereas Regional Qld recorded 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options. Homeownership levels were significantly higher than the regional average, sitting at 39.2%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 38.2% and rental properties making up the remaining 22.5%. The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the regional benchmark at $1,747, and the median weekly rent was $390, compared to Regional Qld averages of $1,655 and $345. Locally, mortgage costs remain below the national median of $1,863, while weekly rents exceed the Australian average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Nikenbah counted 415 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 973 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 33% are couples with children, against 44% couples without children. 11% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 88.2%, which is comprised of couples with children at 33.3%, couples without children at 44.2%, and single-parent households at 8.5%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 11.8%, with single-person households representing 10.9% and group shared households at 1.9%. The median household occupancy stands at 2.8 people, which is higher than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.6% of adults in Nikenbah hold a university qualification, including 15.0% with a bachelor degree and 4.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 26.7% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 132 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 883 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The educational profile of the population stands out within the region, with higher education qualifications held by 22.6% of residents aged 15+, comparing favorably to the SA4 average of 13.3%. Among these, bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.0%, with postgraduate degrees at 4.1% and graduate diplomas at 3.5%. Technical and vocational qualifications are also highly represented, with 40.2% of the population aged 15+ holding a vocational credential, consisting of advanced diplomas at 13.5% and certificates at 26.7%. A significant proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 27.2% of residents currently enrolled in an educational institution.
This group is composed of 11.0% attending primary school, 7.9% in secondary school, and 2.0% enrolled in tertiary education.
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Getting around Nikenbah means driving: households keep an average of 1.8 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 regional transport links shows 3 transit stops currently operating in Nikenbah, which consist of bus services. These stops support 1 individual routes, providing 73 weekly trips for passengers. General transit accessibility is low, with residents situated an average of 1253 meters from the closest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, commuting is primarily external, and private cars represent the dominant mode of travel at 97%. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.8 cars per household, exceeding the regional average. A relatively low share of 8.4% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the pandemic conditions at the time.
Service frequency across the network averages 10 trips per day, which translates to approximately 24 weekly services at each individual stop.
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66.4% of residents in Nikenbah report no long-term health condition. 6.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.0% 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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Analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates indicates strong health profiles across both younger and older demographics. Private health insurance coverage is notably high, with approximately 56% of the local population (~1,619 people) holding cover, compared to 52.5% across Regional Qld. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues locally, affecting 11.4% and 8.4% of the population, respectively. Conversely, 66.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Chronic health issues show higher-than-average rates among working-age residents. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 26.5% of the local population (766 people), which exceeds the Regional Qld average of 20.4%.
Health outcomes for these older residents are favorable, with national health benchmarks matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Nikenbah is largely Australian-born, at 81.0% of residents, with 7.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.0%) and Australian (29.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity metrics are below the regional averages, with 81.0% of the population born locally, 93.0% holding citizenship, and 92.2% speaking only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 52.2% of the population, matching the regional average of 52.2%. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common backgrounds are English at 31.0%, Australian at 29.1%, and Irish at 8.2%. The area also shows distinct concentrations of other ancestral groups, with South Australian backgrounds at 0.9% (compared to 0.5% regionally), Russian at 0.4% (compared to 0.2%), and Dutch at 1.6% (compared to 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Nikenbah is 41. That is 2 years older than at the 2021 Census. 20.6% 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 41 years matches the Regional Qld average, while tracking older than the national median of 38 years. Relative to the region, there is a higher proportion of residents in the 65 - 74 bracket (18.2%) and a lower proportion of 45 - 54 year-olds (8.9%). The share of residents aged 65 - 74 sits significantly above the national average of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the median age has risen by 1.7 years from 39 to 41, indicating an aging population. Significant shifts include the 65 to 74 cohort growing from 14.3% to 18.2% of the population, and the 55 to 64 group rising from 13.1% to 15.3%.
In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 14.7% to 10.2%, while the 35 to 44 age bracket fell from 13.0% to 11.4%. Demographic models suggest significant changes by 2041, with the 65 to 74 group expected to see strong growth, adding 233 people (44%) to rise from 526 to 760. The 15 to 24 age bracket is projected to grow more modestly by 8%, adding 22 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Nikenbah
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 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 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 — 686 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,234 at the 2021 Census → 2,893 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 (SAL32142). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.