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Old Beach has an estimated 4,823 residents, up from 4,394 at the 2021 Census — a change of 429 people, or 9.8%. Growth has averaged 1.7% a year over five years. 316 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 45.0% of that increase. That puts 192 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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According to municipal assessments from the ABS combined with recently confirmed home locations compiled by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Old Beach has a residency figure of roughly 4,823 as of May 2026. This indicates a rise of 429 residents (9.8%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 4,394 individuals. The estimate is drawn from a local headcount of 4,709 calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS demographic update from June 2025 alongside an extra 316 validated new addresses post-Census. With this population level, the density stands at 191 persons per square kilometer, indicating low-density living and scope for future expansion.
The suburb's 9.8% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the SA4 region (3.9%) and Greater Hobart, positioning the locality as a regional leader in expansion. Local demographic gains were mostly propelled by natural increases, which accounted for roughly 45.0% of the population growth in recent times, though interstate and international migration also contributed positively. Future planning models utilize the 2024 ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for SA2 areas, which baseline from 2022. For regions lacking this coverage, and to assess age group trends past 2032, regional projections published by the Tasmanian State Government in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied, adjusted via weighted aggregation from local government to SA2 levels. Looking ahead, local expansion is expected to exceed the national median, with the community projected to gain 852 residents by 2041 under aggregated SA2 models, representing a total increase of 15.3% over the 16-year timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
314 new dwellings have been approved in Old Beach over the past five years, an average of 62 a year. That places the area in the 75th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 13 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 68 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 32, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of building approval statistics compiled by AreaSearch from regional datasets shows that the suburb of Old Beach averages about 62 residential construction approvals annually, amounting to roughly 314 homes over the past 5 financial years. During the current FY-26 period, 30 approvals have been documented. Since each finished dwelling has drawn an average of 1.2 new residents annually over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, residential supply is closely matched with demand, resulting in stable market conditions. Newly built properties command an average valuation of $404,000, indicating that developers are focusing on upmarket, premium builds.
Furthermore, commercial approvals worth $75,000 have been logged during this financial year, pointing to a heavily residential development profile. Per capita building approvals in the suburb of Old Beach are 56.0% higher than in Greater Hobart, offering prospective buyers a wider range of options. This volume sits well above national averages, highlighting strong interest from building firms. Furthermore, all recent residential projects have consisted of standalone houses, preserving the suburb's low-density profile and focus on family homes. With approximately 59 people for every home approved, the suburb of Old Beach displays the classic traits of an expanding outer area. Long-term projections indicate that the suburb of Old Beach will add 738 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent quarterly estimates by AreaSearch. Continuing at the current pace of construction, incoming housing stock should easily accommodate this growth, ensuring favorable purchasing conditions and potentially paving the way for population increases beyond current projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Old Beach
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 41 current infrastructure and development projects close to Old Beach, worth an estimated $3.11 billion. 10 are already under construction and 16 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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Development patterns and local capital projects significantly influence real estate performance. AreaSearch has tracked 6 developments likely to impact the suburb. Notable works include the Chocolate Experience at Cadbury, the Windermere Bay Precinct, the Cadbury Experience, and the Glenorchy Sports Centre, with key projects detailed below.
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Claremont Plaza Refurbishment and Extension
The Claremont Plaza expansion involves a strategic refurbishment and extension of the existing neighbourhood shopping centre to enhance its convenience-based retail offering. Managed by Region Group, the project aligns with the Greater Glenorchy Plan to revitalize the Claremont village core through improved pedestrian links and expanded specialty retail space. Key focus areas include upgraded food and beverage precincts and modernized parking facilities to serve the growing northern Hobart residential corridor.
Chocolate Experience at Cadbury
A 150 million dollar tourism attraction transforming the waterfront parklands beside the historic Cadbury factory at Claremont into an immersive chocolate visitor experience. The development will include Chocolate Central with interactive flavour displays, a Chocolate Lounge dessert restaurant, a Premium Chocolate Studio offering masterclasses and Build Your Own Bar sessions, and a curated emporium. The ticketed Chocolate Immersion Tour will guide guests through themed zones including the Cacao Forest, Chocolate Lab, the Dairy showcasing Tasmanian milk producers, the Crumb Vault, Paint Your Flavour, the Taste Kitchen and a Factory Control experience.Visitor access will be primarily by river, with two new purpose-built ferries operated by Navigators Group running between Hobart and a new Cadbury Claremont ferry terminal. The project also includes upgrades to the foreshore parklands and an extension of the Hobart Foreshore cycleway. Glenorchy City Council granted development approval in May 2026, with construction to follow and opening forecast for late 2028. The attraction is projected to draw 431,000 visitors a year and add over 120 million dollars to the Tasmanian visitor economy annually, supporting more than 300 construction jobs and 200 ongoing roles. About 95 per cent of the project cost is to be privately funded, with capital raising led by Melbourne investment bank Kidder Williams.
Windermere Bay Precinct
A 3.75 hectare mixed-use redevelopment of the former Claremont Primary School site. The project features 315 dwellings, including apartments and townhouses, aimed at providing quality medium-density housing. The precinct includes a childcare centre, cafe, community facilities, and local retail spaces while preserving historic school buildings. Designed by Circa Morris-Nunn Chua Architects.
Cadbury Experience
Cadbury factory tourist attraction offers the world's tallest chocolate fountain, 3D time tunnel, build-your-own bar, cafe, playground, restaurant, and shop. Includes new buildings, walkways, cycleways, and a ferry terminal.
Abbotsfield Road Mixed-Use Development
Proposed mixed-use development opposite Claremont Plaza comprising approximately 85 apartments with ground-floor retail and commercial space. No evidence was found that the development application has progressed to approval or construction. Recent marketing of nearby development land suggests the site remains in the development planning phase.
Glenorchy Sports Centre
A $28 million multi-sport facility featuring four indoor courts including a dedicated show court for netball, basketball, futsal, volleyball, badminton, pickleball and wheelchair sports. The centre includes spectator seating for up to 600 patrons (300 permanent, 300 portable), modern change rooms with parent and sensory rooms, a registered Changing Places facility, three multi-purpose meeting and event spaces, administrative areas with foyer, reception, office space and kiosk, and secure storage options. The facility includes 68 car parks with three DDA-compliant spaces, two electric vehicle charging stations, dedicated drop-off and loading bay, motorbike parking and bike racks, and easy access to the adjacent Claremont Park and Ride.Located at the entrance of Claremont College, development approval was granted by Glenorchy City Council in July 2025 and endorsed by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works in Q4 2025. The main works contract was awarded to Tasmanian firm Fairbrother in Q1 2026 with site establishment underway and construction commencing March 2026. The project is part of the Tasmanian Government's $54.7 million investment in new Southern Tasmanian sporting facilities.
Claremont Link Road Park and Ride Facility
Park and ride facility to support public transport usage and reduce traffic congestion. Features electric vehicle charging stations and bicycle storage.
Teering Road Berriedale Social Housing
A 15-unit social housing development located at Teering and Maroni Roads in Berriedale. Delivered by Homes Tasmania in partnership with the Federal Government's Social Housing Accelerator program and constructed by Fairbrother.
2,595 residents of Old Beach are employed, from a labour force of 2,650. Unemployment sits at 2.1%, with participation at 68.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,682, about 76% 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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Data consolidated by AreaSearch shows the suburb of Old Beach has a skilled labor force with strong representation in critical public service roles, an unemployment rate of only 2.1%, and steady employment conditions over the preceding year. By March 2026, working residents numbered 2,595, with the local jobless rate sitting 2.3% lower than the Greater Hobart average of 4.4%. Workforce participation stands at a typical 68.8%, compared with 63.8% across the broader metro area. Census records indicate that a minor 6.9% of the working population operated from home, though this period was affected by pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and construction. The building sector shows a high concentration of workers, with a workforce share 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, accommodation & food services are underrepresented, employing only 4.8% of local workers compared to 8.0% across Greater Hobart. A comparison of local jobs to resident workers indicates that the area offers relatively few employment opportunities within its own boundaries. An examination of SALM and ABS statistics for the year ending March 2026 reveals that local employment grew by 0.2% and the total labor force expanded by 0.5%, raising the unemployment rate by 0.3 percentage points. Over the same period, Greater Hobart saw a jobs contraction of 0.1% alongside labor force growth of 0.2%, resulting in a 0.3 percentage point increase in unemployment. Future local employment trends can be gauged using the May-25 national employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, which have been aligned with the local industry mix. Nationally, jobs are projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these trends to the suburb of Old Beach suggests local jobs could grow by 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, assuming a basic weighted model without factoring in localized population shifts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Old Beach is $1,865 a week (about $97,000 a year), with median personal income at $887 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,582 a year against an average of $62,878. 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 ATO postcode data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Old Beach earned a median income of $56,582, with the average income recorded at $62,878. These sums are below the national benchmarks and compare to median and average figures of $54,577 and $65,190 in Greater Hobart. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since the 2023 financial year, local earnings are estimated to have reached approximately $62,778 (median) and $69,763 (average) by March 2026. According to the Census, household, family, and personal incomes in the suburb of Old Beach sit around the 61st percentile nationally.
The most common bracket accounts for 39.5% of the local population (1,905 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, which mirrors the regional pattern where this group comprises 32.2%. Post-housing disposable income stands at 87.6%, showing healthy household purchasing power, while the area's SEIFA ranking for income falls in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Old Beach had 1,630 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 91% detached houses and 8% apartments. 52% are owned with a mortgage, 12% rented and 36% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 21.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 18.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing stock in the suburb of Old Beach was composed of 90.5% standalone houses and 9.5% multi-unit dwellings such as townhouses and flats, compared to 85.3% houses and 14.7% other structures across metropolitan Hobart. Home ownership patterns matched the Hobart average at 35.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (52.4%) or tenants (12.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment was identical to the metropolitan Hobart average at $1,517, while the median weekly rent was $400, compared to regional figures of $1,517 and $350.
Nationally, local mortgage commitments are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Old Beach counted 1,630 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,789 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 34% couples without children. 19% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local household structure is predominantly family-based at 79.1%, which is divided into couples with children at 34.8%, couples without children at 33.6%, and single-parent households at 10.0%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 20.9%, made up of single-person households at 18.7% and group housing at 2.4%. The average household occupancy stands at 2.6 people, exceeding the Greater Hobart average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.9% of adults in Old Beach hold a university qualification, including 12.4% with a bachelor degree and 3.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 78% of areas nationally. A further 30.5% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Educational attainment in the area lags behind regional benchmarks, with tertiary qualification rates at 17.9% compared to the SA4 average of 32.8%. This gap highlights key areas for future education strategies. Undergraduate degrees are held by 12.4% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 3.7% and graduate diplomas at 1.8%. Vocational qualifications are prominent, with 41.3% of residents aged 15+ holding practical trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.8% and certificates at 30.5%. A high proportion of the community is engaged in learning, with 25.8% of residents enrolled in an educational institution.
This group comprises 10.8% in primary schooling, 5.9% in secondary education, and 3.2% undertaking university or tertiary courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Old Beach reaches 20 stops on 58 routes, timetabled for about 4,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 430 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.9 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 transit data shows 20 active bus stops within the suburb of Old Beach. These stops are served by 58 different routes, which together provide 4,916 weekly passenger connections. Local transit access is moderate, with residents living an average of 431 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary mode of travel for 95% of commuters. Households own an average of 1.9 vehicles, exceeding regional figures, while a minor 6.9% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was likely influenced by pandemic conditions.
Transit service frequency averages 702 runs per day across the network, which translates to roughly 245 weekly departures from each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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64.1% of residents in Old Beach report no long-term health condition. 7.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on local mortality statistics and the prevalence of long-term illnesses analysed by AreaSearch, the area has notable healthcare demands across both older and younger cohorts, with private health insurance coverage sitting slightly below the average SA2 area at approximately 52% of residents (~2,512 people). The most prevalent health issues recorded among residents are arthritis (11.3%) and mental health concerns (9.6%), whereas 64.1% of the population reported no long-term illnesses, compared to 65.5% in Greater Hobart. Chronic health conditions are more common than average among working-age locals. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.8% of the population (1,003 people), and health outcomes for this senior cohort generally match national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Old Beach is largely Australian-born, at 89.0% of residents, with 5.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.5%) and Australian (33.4%). 3.1% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in the suburb of Old Beach is lower than the national average, with 89.0% of residents born in Australia, 93.5% holding citizenship, and 94.6% using only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, practiced by 50.3% of the community, compared to 39.8% across Greater Hobart. Looking at parent birthplaces, the three largest ancestry groups are English at 34.5% of the population, Australian at 33.4% (well above the regional level of 28.0%), and Irish at 7.2%. Certain smaller groups are also relatively prominent compared to regional averages, including Polish residents at 1.0% (compared to 0.8% regionally), Hungarian at 0.3% (compared to 0.2%), and Russian at 0.3% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Old Beach is 40. 23.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 40 in the suburb of Old Beach is close to the Greater Hobart average of 39 and slightly higher than the national median of 38. Young children aged 0 - 4 represent a healthy 6.7% of the community, while young adults aged 25 - 34 are less common at 13.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 5.5% to 7.9%. Conversely, the 55 to 64 group has contracted from 12.8% to 10.8%, and children aged 5 to 14 have decreased from 12.8% to 11.5%.
Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic shifts, led by the 75 to 84 group which is expected to rise by 63% (239 people) to reach 621 from 381. Collectively, residents aged 65 and over will account for 52% of total population growth, reflecting an aging trend, whereas the 25 to 34 and 55 to 64 brackets are projected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Old Beach
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 — 316 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,394 at the 2021 Census → 4,823 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 (SAL60475). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.