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Oakden has an estimated 5,226 residents, up from 3,583 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,643 people, or 45.9%. Growth has averaged 7.1% a year over five years, faster than 97% of areas nationally. 206 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 71.0% of that increase. That puts 2,795 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 research into ABS demographic updates for the wider region and new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the estimated population of the suburb of Oakden stands at approximately 5,226 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,643 individuals (45.9%) from the 2021 Census, which counted a population of 3,583 residents. This adjustment is calculated from an estimated resident population of 5,210 determined by AreaSearch using the ABS demographic data release from June 2025, alongside 206 validated new addresses verified since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 2,794 persons per square kilometer, placing the location in the top quartile of Australian settings evaluated by AreaSearch.
The 45.9% expansion rate of the suburb of Oakden since the 2021 Census outpaced the state rate of 7.5% and the Greater Adelaide region, making it a regional growth leader. The primary driver of this demographic growth was overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 71.0% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For SA2 territories lacking this data, and for all years after 2032, regional and LGA age group forecasts published by the SA State Government in 2023 using 2021 data are used, adjusted by weighting and aggregating growth from LGA to SA2 boundaries. Moving forward, the suburb of Oakden is projected to experience population expansion above the median of locations monitored by AreaSearch, with an expected gain of 960 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing an increase of 18.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
209 new dwellings have been approved in Oakden over the past five years, an average of 41 a year. That places the area in the 94th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 53 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 83% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 98, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of building approvals from the ABS, distributed from wider statistical regions, the suburb of Oakden has averaged about 41 newly approved dwellings yearly, totaling an estimated 209 properties over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 90 approvals have been documented so far. With an average of 7.3 new residents per constructed dwelling added annually over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, demand outpaces the volume of new supply, which commonly drives upward pressure on prices and intensifies buyer competition, while new properties show an average construction value of $402,000, suggesting that builders are focusing on the higher-end residential market.
Additionally, commercial approvals worth $147,000 were logged this financial year, showing very quiet commercial construction activity. In comparison to Greater Adelaide, the suburb of Oakden displays a similar rate of new home approvals per person, which helps maintain market stability consistent with the broader metropolitan area. Newly approved construction consists of 83.0% standalone houses and 17.0% medium to high-density dwellings, preserving the traditional suburban look of the neighborhood with an emphasis on spacious family homes. With approximately 67 people per building approval, the suburb of Oakden shows the characteristics of a growing locality. Looking forward, the suburb of Oakden is projected to add 944 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Under ongoing development trends, the supply of new housing is projected to comfortably satisfy demand, offering favorable opportunities for purchasers and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current demographic 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 12 current infrastructure and development projects close to Oakden, worth an estimated $302 million. 2 are already under construction and 1 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities 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 infrastructure projects, planning choices, and major developments have a significant effect on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of one project that is expected to influence the local area. The key initiatives include Oakden Rise, Laing St, Northfield, Walkleys Road Corridor, and Gawler Line Electrification & Level Crossing Removals, with the details of the most relevant developments listed below.
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Walkleys Road Corridor
The City of Salisbury's largest residential development, delivering around 220 homes on a former road corridor reserve at Ingle Farm. Housing types include traditional allotments, low-maintenance lots, townhouses and super lots for integrated development. The project includes two new streets, shared paths and bikeways, upgraded green streetscapes, stormwater detention basins with biofiltration, and a $2 million district-level playspace at Baloo Reserve. Targeting 6-Star Green Star Communities accreditation - the first in South Australia. Planning application lodged June 2024, with five civil construction stages.First stage civil works and land release are anticipated to commence in 2026, with full delivery expected by 2030.
Oakden Rise
A 52-hectare master-planned community that will deliver up to 1,500 new homes in Adelaide's north-east. The development will feature a variety of housing options, a new community facility with a pool and gym, extensive parks, and a village centre.
Finniss Avenue Reserve Housing Development
Proposed development of housing on a portion of Finniss Avenue Reserve as part of the Strategic Property Development Program. The project was in the concept planning process with community engagement closing in November 2021. The engagement summary report shows community feedback emphasizing retention of green space and potential upgrades to remaining reserve areas. The City of Salisbury is identifying underused surplus council land for future housing.
Laing St, Northfield
Five-building accessible residential project with 60 units designed for people with disabilities. Supported through NDIS.
SDA High Physical Support Home, Ingle Farm
Brand new Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) home in Ingle Farm, built to High Physical Support (HPS) and NCC Class 1B standards. Features accessible design including wide corridors, ramp entry, open showers, accessible kitchen, and provisions for a separate carer's room. The specific address, 16A Danum Avenue, has been sold and is a completed investment property, indicating the project is fully constructed and compliant with NDIS requirements.
Nelson Road Pedestrian Crossing
A new Pedestrian Actuated Crossing (PAC) on Nelson Road near Prescott Primary School to improve safety for students and residents. The project was a collaboration between the City of Salisbury and the State Government.
Enfield Memorial Park - Evergreen Community Precinct & Redevelopment
Major redevelopment of Enfield Memorial Park anchored by the $25 million Evergreen Community Precinct, a multi-function building designed by Walter Brooke & Associates featuring function spaces, reflection rooms, retail outlets and a cafe. The new crematorium meets European environmental standards, reducing emissions by up to 90%. The precinct opened in 2023 and won multiple AIA SA Chapter architecture awards. Ongoing works include new interment areas, a Mausoleum Precinct expansion, and landscaping upgrades across the 50-year masterplan for South Australia's largest inner-northern open green space.
Footpath Upgrades - Pooraka and Ingle Farm
Collaborative project with the State Government (Department for Infrastructure and Transport's Community Infrastructure Grant Program) to upgrade footpaths in key pedestrian areas of Ingle Farm and Pooraka. Works included removal of existing footpaths, widening to 1.5m, installation of a new paved footpath surface, and upgrades to accessibility ramps for improved safety and street appeal.
2,630 residents of Oakden are employed, from a labour force of 2,901. Unemployment sits at 9.3%, with participation at 65.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% 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 4,805, about 92% 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 suburb of Oakden features a highly educated labor force, strong representation in essential service industries, an unemployment rate of 9.3%, and an estimated job growth of 6.8% over the preceding year, compiled from regional statistical data by AreaSearch. In March 2026, 2,630 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 5.5%, which is 3.8% higher than the Greater Adelaide level, indicating room for growth, while labor force participation was close to the Greater Adelaide level of 66.6%. Census records indicate that a modest 10.5% of workers operated from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdown measures.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training. The workforce displays a distinct concentration in public administration & safety, where the employment share is 1.5 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, construction is underrepresented, employing only 5.5% of local workers compared to 8.7% across Greater Adelaide. The residential character of the suburb of Oakden means it offers few local jobs, as shown by comparing the Census working population against the resident count. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader regions, the year ending March 2026 saw local employment grow by 6.8% and the labor force expand by 8.5%, leading to a rise in the unemployment rate of 1.5 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Adelaide recorded job growth of 4.2% and labor force growth of 4.0%, alongside a 0.2 percentage point decrease. Employment projections for the country from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future local demand. These five and ten-year forecasts have been matched with the local workforce makeup to project growth trends. Although nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change differ widely across industries. Applying these sector forecasts to the local employment mix suggests the workforce in the suburb of Oakden should grow by 6.7% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, which is a basic weighting extrapolation for illustration that does not incorporate local demographic projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Oakden is $1,462 a week (about $76,000 a year), with median personal income at $649 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $41,140 a year against an average of $46,446. 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 suburb of Oakden recorded a median taxpayer income of $41,140 and an average of $46,446, based on the latest postcode level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. These figures are below the national averages, and contrast with a median income of $54,808 and average income of $66,852 in Greater Adelaide. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $45,324 for the median and $51,170 for the average in March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and individual incomes are all relatively low, placing between the 19th and 33rd percentiles.
Income distribution statistics show that 32.6% of the population, representing 1,703 individuals, earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which aligns with regional patterns where 31.8% of people fall into this range. Once housing costs are met, 85.3% of income is available for other household expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Oakden had 1,389 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 82% detached houses and 4% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 31% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $283 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,501 a month. Rent absorbs 19.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.7%. 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 mix of housing in the suburb of Oakden consisted of 82.2% standalone houses and 17.9% other property types like semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across metropolitan Adelaide. The home ownership rate was equal to the Adelaide metropolitan level at 32.3%, with the remaining properties being held with a mortgage (36.4%) or occupied by renters (31.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was lower than the Adelaide metropolitan average at $1,501, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $283, compared to metropolitan averages of $1,562 and $320.
Nationwide, mortgage payments in the suburb of Oakden are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national level of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Oakden counted 1,389 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,026 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 66.8% of all households, consisting of 29.9% couples with children, 23.8% couples without children, and 12.4% single parents. The remaining 33.2% are non-family households, which include lone person households at 30.9% and group living situations at 2.5%. The median size of households is 2.4 residents, slightly below the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.4% of adults in Oakden hold a university qualification, including 20.2% with a bachelor degree and 8.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 17.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 412 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,044 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 level of education in the suburb of Oakden is well above wider regional benchmarks, with 31.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 19.8% in the SA4 region and 25.7% across the state. This educational profile positions the population well for knowledge-intensive career paths. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 20.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 8.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 28.2% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications from technical colleges, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (17.5%).
Student numbers are high in the suburb of Oakden, with 27.2% of the population enrolled in an educational institution. This population includes 9.0% attending primary school, 6.9% in higher education, and 6.8% enrolled in high school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Oakden reaches 15 stops on 12 routes, timetabled for about 940 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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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Analysis of the public transport network shows 15 active bus stops located within the suburb of Oakden. These stops accommodate 12 distinct routes, which provide a total of 935 passenger journeys per week. Transport links are rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 189 meters from the closest stop. Because the area is mostly residential, many workers commute out of the neighborhood, and private vehicles remain the main transport choice at 83%, compared to 12% who use buses. Households average 1.2 cars, which is below the metropolitan average.
A relatively low 10.5% of workers worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic conditions. Bus services run an average of 133 times per day across the network, which averages out to about 62 departures per week at each individual stop.
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66.1% of residents in Oakden report no long-term health condition. 7.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 45.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 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 mortality statistics and the prevalence of long-term health issues, the suburb of Oakden faces notable health difficulties, with common medical concerns observed across the population and showing a higher frequency among older demographics, while the share of residents with private health insurance is low at approximately 45% of the population, which equals about 2,373 people. This is lower than the 52.7% rate across Greater Adelaide and the national average of 55.7%. The most frequent health issues reported by residents were mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 9.7 and 9.6% of the population, respectively, while 66.1% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide.
Residents of working age experience higher rates of chronic conditions than average. Seniors aged 65 and over represent 18.4% of the population, numbering 961 people. Health conditions among these older residents present challenges, though they rank more favorably on a national scale than the overall local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
35.1% of Oakden residents were born overseas and 33.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 78% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (22.3%) and Australian (20.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Oakden exhibits a high level of cultural diversity, with 35.1% of residents born outside Australia and 33.3% communicating in a language other than English at home. The leading religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 45.7% of the local population. The most distinct variance from regional patterns is in the Other category, which accounts for 2.7% of the population compared to 1.8% in Greater Adelaide. Regarding family backgrounds, the three largest ancestral groups in the suburb of Oakden are English at 22.3% of the population, which is below the regional average of 27.8%, Australian at 20.9%, and Other at 11.1%.
There are also distinct concentrations of other heritage groups: Polish ancestry is represented at 1.9% of the population compared to 1.0% across the region, Hungarian at 0.7% compared to 0.3%, and Russian at 0.8% compared to 0.3%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Oakden is 41. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 24.7% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 41 years in the suburb of Oakden is slightly above the Greater Adelaide median of 39 and the national median of 38. The age distribution shows a high proportion of people aged 45 - 54 at 14.2%, whereas the group aged 15 - 24 is smaller at 11.3% compared to Greater Adelaide. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 13.0% to 15.7% of the population, while the group aged 65 to 74 has fallen from 11.4% to 9.7%. By 2041, demographic projections indicate notable changes in the age profile, with the 45 to 54 group expected to grow by 225 people (30%) from 742 to 968, while the group aged 0 to 4 is projected to grow by 8% (20 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Oakden
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 — 206 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,583 at the 2021 Census → 5,226 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 (SAL41065). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.