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North Maclean has an estimated 2,144 residents, up from 1,581 at the 2021 Census — a change of 563 people, or 35.6%. Growth has averaged 3.9% a year over five years, faster than 96% of areas nationally. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 87.0% of that increase. That puts 105 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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Following an examination of ABS demographic data updates covering the broader region, alongside fresh address records validated by AreaSearch after the Census, the resident count of North Maclean is calculated to stand at approximately 2,144 in May 2026. This represents an addition of 563 individuals (35.6%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a total of 1,581 residents. The growth is calculated using a baseline population of 1,838, calculated by AreaSearch using the most recent ABS ERP publication (June 2025), coupled with 15 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
This size of population results in a density of 105 persons per square kilometer, indicating low-density living conditions and potential capacity for future residential builds. The 35.6% expansion rate in the suburb of North Maclean since the 2021 census outpaced the national rate (9.3%) and the state level, positioning it among the fast-growing areas in the territory. This population expansion was mostly driven by arrivals from other states, which accounted for roughly 87.0% of the overall population gains in recent times, though natural growth and overseas migration also contributed positively. AreaSearch implements demographic projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 zones, published in 2024 with 2022 as the anchor year. For SA2 zones lacking this coverage, and for all years after 2032, projection data from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 using a 2021 baseline is utilized. Note that these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age; consequently, AreaSearch distributes growth across age cohorts using weightings from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, based on 2022 figures). Looking ahead, substantial population growth is anticipated, placing this location within the top quartile of Australian statistical units, with the population projected to rise by 453 individuals by 2041 under consolidated SA2 projections, representing a total growth of 6.9% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
54 new dwellings have been approved in North Maclean over the past five years, an average of 10 a year. That places the area in the 81st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 40, 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approval statistics mapped from wider statistical divisions, the suburb of North Maclean averages roughly 10 housing approvals per year. A total of 54 residences were approved during the prior 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 37 approved during the current FY-26 period. With an average of 6 new residents added for each completed dwelling over those 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), residential supply is running behind demand, a trend that typically intensifies buyer competition and exerts upward pressure on prices.
Meanwhile, the average construction value for new dwellings stands at $395,000, which is higher than typical regional averages and points to a focus on premium builds. When compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of North Maclean displays significantly lower residential development volumes, running at 73.0% below the metropolitan per-capita average. This limited supply of new housing typically supports demand and valuations for established properties, even though construction volumes have risen of late. Additionally, recent residential approvals have consisted entirely of detached houses, preserving the locality's established low-density layout and appealing to family households desiring space. With a ratio of approximately 81 individuals for each building approval, the suburb of North Maclean exhibits traits typical of an expanding residential pocket. Long-term forecasts indicate the suburb of North Maclean will add 147 new residents by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Under current building trends, the supply of new housing is expected to satisfy demand, offering favorable purchasing environments for buyers and potentially supporting growth that outpaces current projections.
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 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside North Maclean, worth an estimated $1.71 billion. A further 93 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $108 billion. 39 are already under construction and 34 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning initiatives, and major developments have a significant impact on real estate performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 11 projects that are likely to influence the immediate area. Key developments include the Flagstone Logistics Estate, the Flagstone Master Planned Community, the Everleigh Estate by Mirvac, and the Park Ridge Economic Corridor Development, with key details provided below.
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Flagstone Logistics Estate
A 118-hectare masterplanned industrial and logistics estate in the Greater Flagstone Priority Development Area, North Maclean QLD, positioned adjacent to the Mount Lindesay Highway with direct diamond interchange access. Queensland's first renewably powered industrial estate, targeting 100% renewable energy via 30MW solar installation and 5-Star Green Star Design and As-Built ratings. Completed facilities include a 41,000sqm Bunnings distribution centre (practical completion November 2025) and an 18,500sqm DATS warehouse (practical completion March 2026). Amazon has pre-committed to a 150,000sqm multi-level Amazon Robotics Sortable fulfilment centre - the first of its kind in Brisbane - valued at approximately $750 million and due to open in 2028.With 30ha of the 118ha estate now committed to blue chip tenants, Flagstone is emerging as one of Queensland's premier logistics precincts.
Park Ridge Economic Corridor Development
A strategic long-term initiative to transform Park Ridge into a major employment and residential hub. The project is a core component of the Draft Logan Plan 2025 and the Draft Park Ridge South and Chambers Flat Plan. It aims to deliver approximately 12,000 new dwellings and create 30,000 jobs by 2041 through the release of commercial and industrial land. Current activity includes reviewing over 4,000 community submissions from the late 2025 consultation phase to refine the planning scheme before final state government approval expected in late 2026.
Flagstone Master Planned Community
A comprehensive master-planned community within the Greater Flagstone Priority Development Area covering approximately 319-400 hectares. The development includes 12,000+ residential lots across multiple stages, a planned 126-hectare CBD with major health facility, tertiary campus, train station, retail precincts (44,000sqm), office space (58,000sqm), regional sports park, schools, and community facilities. Expected to house 30,000+ people and create 10,000 job opportunities as part of the broader $6.7 billion Flagstone vision. The development is designed to be self-sufficient with integrated residential, commercial, retail, and educational spaces.
Mount Lindesay Highway Upgrade: South Maclean Safety Improvements
Safety upgrade delivered on the Mount Lindesay Highway at South Maclean. Works established a continuous eastern service road link between Wharf Street and Stockleigh Road, removed direct highway access at Maclean Street and Casuarina Road, constructed a new signalised intersection at Stockleigh Road and Casuarina Road (extended to Crest Road), and closed highway access to Tully Memorial Park with new access via Beryl Parade. The project improved safety and traffic flow on this section of the corridor.
Everleigh Estate by Mirvac
A master-planned community by Mirvac in Greenbank, part of the Greater Flagstone Priority Development Area. Everleigh Estate is planned to include 3,451 properties, with 37% of the area dedicated to open spaces, including conservation bushland, sporting fields, an AFL precinct, and Everleigh State School.
Covella Estate
Covella Estate is a master-planned residential community in Greenbank, Queensland, with over one-third of the site dedicated to parks and greenspace. The project features landscaped gardens, pedestrian pathways, and integration with surrounding natural forest areas. It won the 2024 UDIA Queensland 'Residential Community' award for its innovative design and community focus.
Greenbank Town Centre Redevelopment
Region Group's proposed Greenbank Town Centre redevelopment is a major expansion and revitalisation of Greenbank Shopping Centre in the Greater Flagstone Priority Development Area. The approved modification supports a true town centre with a new discount department store, additional supermarket, expanded specialty retail, food and beverage areas, community spaces, playgrounds, greenspaces, direct-to-boot and parcel pick-up services, parking improvements, a refurbished Woolworths, facade upgrades, refreshed landscaping, solar panels, EV charging, stormwater reuse and bio-retention systems. Region Group says construction is anticipated to commence in early 2027.
Pebble Creek
A $120 million master-planned residential community comprising 646-650 lots located in South Maclean within the Greater Flagstone Priority Development Area. Features the multimillion-dollar 9.4-hectare Pebble Creek Parklands with picnic & play areas, multi-use courts and ovals, off-leash dog parks, bicycle precinct, walking trails, and community facilities. Over half the community is now complete with residents enjoying the lifestyle. The development offers lots ranging from 280-516 sqm (average 350 sqm) and focuses on connecting the community to nature through green pedestrian links and vegetated streetscapes.
623 residents of North Maclean are employed, from a labour force of 670. Unemployment sits at 7.0%, with participation at 44.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% 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 1,848, about 86% 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 workforce in the suburb of North Maclean exhibits a balanced mix of professional and trade occupations, with the building sector showing high relative representation, alongside an unemployment rate of 7.0% derived from AreaSearch's compiled regional statistics. As of March 2026, there are 623 employed residents, while the local unemployment rate sits 2.7% higher than the Greater Brisbane benchmark of 4.3%. Labor force participation is also notably lower, recording 44.3% compared to 70.4% across Greater Brisbane. Census records indicate that a moderate 17.1% of working residents operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic-related restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are construction, retail trade, and health care & social assistance. The community displays a strong focus on the building sector, where employment concentration is 2.0 times the regional benchmark. In contrast, health care & social assistance jobs are underrepresented, accounting for 10.9% of local employment compared to the regional average of 16.1%. Because it is primarily a residential area, local job opportunities appear limited, as seen in the comparison between the local workforce count and the total resident population during the Census. According to AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader regional divisions, the local workforce shrank by 16.6% during the year ending March 2026, accompanied by a 19.1% drop in employment, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 2.9 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane saw employment rise by 3.2%, the labor force expand by 3.4%, and unemployment edge up by 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia issued in May-25 offer additional context on future demand trends for the suburb of North Maclean. These projections, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been applied to the local workforce profile to estimate future growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though expansion rates vary by industry. Applying these sectoral trends to the local workforce mix suggests employment for the suburb of North Maclean would rise by 5.9% over five years and 12.3% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in North Maclean is $1,732 a week (about $90,000 a year), with median personal income at $630 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $43,312 a year against an average of $49,342. 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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Based on AreaSearch's analysis of the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for financial year 2023, the suburb of North Maclean recorded a median taxpayer income of $43,312 and an average income of $49,342. These figures sit below national averages and compare with median and average incomes of $58,236 and $72,799 across Greater Brisbane, respectively. Factoring in a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current earnings are estimated at approximately $48,232 (median) and $54,947 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census shows individual earnings trail at the 15th percentile ($630 weekly), while household earnings compare more favorably at the 48th percentile.
The largest income bracket is composed of 36.2% of households earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly (776 residents), reflecting regional patterns where 33.3% of households fall into this bracket. Housing cost pressures are significant, leaving residents with 83.4% of their income, which ranks in the 49th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
North Maclean had 505 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 1% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,820 a month. Rent absorbs 26.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.2%. 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 most recent Census, the housing mix in the suburb of North Maclean was composed of 99.0% separate houses and 1.0% alternative housing forms (such as semi-detached properties, apartments, or other structures), compared to Brisbane metro's breakdown of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. The rate of outright home ownership stood at 33.0%, which is higher than the Brisbane metro average, while the remaining homes were held under a mortgage (44.2%) or occupied by tenants (22.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment was below the metropolitan average at $1,820, whereas the median weekly rent was recorded at $450, compared to Brisbane metro figures of $1,863 and $380, respectively.
On a national level, mortgage outlays are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while local rents sit higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
North Maclean counted 505 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 685 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 15% 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 local households at 79.8%, consisting of couples with dependent children (35.0%), couples without children (28.1%), and single parents (16.0%). The remaining 20.2% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 14.9% and shared group households making up 4.8% of the total. The median household size of 3.0 individuals is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
11.1% of adults in North Maclean hold a university qualification, including 7.7% with a bachelor degree and 1.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 32.0% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 13 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,034 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The local population displays lower levels of tertiary education, with university graduation rates (11.1%) sitting below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This highlights an opportunity for targeted academic programs. Among these qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 7.7%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.8%) and postgraduate degrees (1.6%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 40.8% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.8%) and certificates (32.0%). Enrollment in education is strong, with 25.6% of the local population currently undertaking formal studies.
Within this student group, 9.2% are enrolled in high school, 8.7% are in primary school, and 3.0% are pursuing higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in North Maclean reaches 8 stops on 2 routes, timetabled for about 240 services a week. The typical home sits about 960 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 2.3 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 services in the suburb of North Maclean consist of 8 active bus stops. These stops are served by 2 distinct routes, which accommodate 244 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is limited, with residents living an average of 955 meters from the nearest stop. The area is primarily residential, and most workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel at 94%. Households own an average of 2.3 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A total of 17.1% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data collected during pandemic conditions.
Bus services run at an average frequency of 34 daily trips across all active routes, which translates to roughly 30 weekly trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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64.1% of residents in North Maclean report no long-term health condition. 6.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.0 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of local mortality and illness patterns, the community faces notable health challenges, with chronic ailments appearing across various age groups and the rate of private health insurance coverage recording a low level of approximately 47% of the population (~1,002 people). This compares to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis represent the most common health conditions locally, affecting 10.5% and 9.0% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 64.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
Working-age residents experience notable health difficulties, with elevated rates of long-term conditions. The suburb of North Maclean has 17.4% of its population aged 65 and over (373 people), which is higher than the Greater Brisbane average of 15.1%, with national health comparisons showing even higher rates of chronic conditions than the general public.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
North Maclean is largely Australian-born, at 81.3% of residents, with 10.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.2%) and Australian (28.0%). 3.4% 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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In terms of ethnic and cultural backgrounds, the suburb of North Maclean is generally comparable to the broader metropolitan area, with 81.3% of residents born in Australia, 90.3% holding citizenship, and 89.8% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 46.5% of the population. The most visible statistical difference is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 1.7% of residents locally compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three largest ancestral heritages reported locally are English at 32.2% of the population (higher than the regional average of 26.8%), Australian at 28.0%, and Irish at 7.6%.
There are also minor deviations from regional trends in other groups: Welsh heritage is recorded at 0.9% (compared to 0.5% regionally), New Zealand heritage at 1.2% (compared to 1.0%), and Vietnamese heritage at 1.0% (compared to 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of North Maclean is 41. 24.1% 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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Recording a median age of 41, the suburb of North Maclean is older than the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and slightly older than the national median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Brisbane, there is a high concentration of residents in the 55 - 64 age bracket (14.4% locally), while the 25 - 34 cohort is underrepresented (10.2%). Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 5.4% to 6.6%, while the 15 to 24 age bracket has decreased from 14.8% to 13.9%. Demographic forecasts indicate that the age profile in the suburb of North Maclean will change by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 78 people (24%), rising from 321 to 400.
Notably, residents aged 65 and older are projected to account for 52% of total population growth, reflecting an aging population trend. Conversely, the 15 to 24 and 35 to 44 cohorts are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for North Maclean
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 4 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated 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 — 15 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,581 at the 2021 Census → 2,144 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 (SAL32181). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.