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Palmwoods (Qld) has an estimated 7,988 residents, up from 6,357 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,631 people, or 25.7%. Growth has averaged 4.9% a year over five years, faster than 94% of areas nationally. 516 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 79.0% of that increase. That puts 335 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 evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside address data verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the population of the suburb of Palmwoods (Qld) is estimated to be approximately 7,988 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,631 individuals (25.7%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 6,357 residents. The shift is calculated from a resident population of 7,970, which AreaSearch estimated after analyzing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an extra 516 validated new addresses since the Census. This population level translates to a density of 334 persons per square kilometer, indicating substantial space per resident and potential capacity for future growth.
The 25.7% expansion of the suburb of Palmwoods (Qld) since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national benchmark, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Population increases were mostly driven by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 79.0% of recent population gains, though all components including overseas migration and natural growth made positive contributions. AreaSearch utilises ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 district, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For any SA2 locations lacking this data, and for periods after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (based on 2021 figures) are implemented. Note that these state forecasts omit age breakdowns; where they are used, AreaSearch applies age-cohort growth weightings aligned with the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections (using 2022 data). Regarding future demographic trends, population growth in regional areas is projected to exceed the median, with the suburb of Palmwoods (Qld) expected to add 1,495 residents by 2041 according to compiled SA2 projections, representing an overall increase of 18.5% over the 16 years.
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627 new dwellings have been approved in Palmwoods (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 125 a year. That places the area in the 95th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 16 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 136 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 85% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 49, 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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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals mapped from statistical zones, Palmwoods typically sees approximately 125 dwellings approved annually, with a total of 627 homes approved during the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 45 during the current FY-26. An average of 2.7 residents moved to the district per completed dwelling over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), suggesting solid demand to help maintain property values, while new dwellings carry an average construction cost of $428,000. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $16.8 million have been logged this financial year, showing a moderate level of non-residential construction.
Compared to Rest of Qld, Palmwoods displays somewhat higher building levels (29.0% above the regional per capita average over the 5 year period), which provides choices for purchasers while supporting local home values, even though construction has slowed of late. This level is significantly higher than the national average, indicating strong developer interest in the region. Recent construction is made up of 85.0% separate houses and 15.0% townhouses or units, maintaining the low-density profile of the locality with a focus on houses that appeal to buyers wanting space. With roughly 73 individuals for every dwelling approved, Palmwoods exhibits the attributes of a developing area. Looking forward, Palmwoods is projected to add 1,477 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). At the current rate of construction, the supply of new homes is expected to easily satisfy demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially enabling growth to surpass current demographic forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Palmwoods (Qld), worth an estimated $70 million. A further 55 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $14.1 billion. 19 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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, major planning policies, and development initiatives are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 14 projects expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include the Palmwoods Supermarket, Palmwoods Sports Complex Master Plan, Woombye - Palmwoods Local Plan Area, and the Palmwoods Garden Village Expansion, with details provided below for the most significant ones.
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Palmwoods Supermarket
An approved retail development on a 9.8-hectare site, anchored by a full-line Coles supermarket of about 3,869 square metres with an integrated bottle shop. The Planning and Environment Court overturned the Sunshine Coast Council's August 2024 refusal on 2 April 2026, granting approval subject to 87 conditions. Works include a new four-leg roundabout at the intersection of Palmwoods-Montville Road, Margaret Street and Churchill Street, an internal access road, at least 187 car spaces (with provision for staff, accessible and EV parking), pedestrian footpaths up to 3 metres wide, acoustic fencing up to 3.5 metres, bioretention basins for stormwater, and a nest box management plan.The supermarket has a maximum building height of 8.5 metres and the broader site will be subdivided into two lots. Conditions also require off-site upgrades at Margaret Street and Jubilee Drive, and at the Woombye-Palmwoods Road and Chevallum Road intersection. Construction is expected to take around 12 months and the project is estimated to support about 559 direct and indirect jobs.
Palmwoods Sports Complex Master Plan
Sunshine Coast Council's long-term master plan (2013-2028) to develop the Palmwoods Sports Complex into a premier community sport and recreation precinct. Current works include construction of new change rooms, amenities and storage facilities for the Palmwoods cricket and rugby league clubs, together with previous upgrades including LED sports lighting and clubhouse improvements. The broader master plan continues to be delivered progressively as funding becomes available.
Woombye - Palmwoods Local Plan Area
The proposed Woombye - Palmwoods Local Plan Area is in the central part of the Sunshine Coast, west of the Bruce Highway. It focuses on guiding limited growth and development due to environmental and physical constraints. It maintains the area's rural and semi-rural character, aligns with regional plans, and includes updates to zoning, building heights, and lot sizes to support local growth.
Palmwoods Garden Village Expansion
Expansion of Sundales Palmwoods Garden Village to deliver 69 independent living villas and new community facilities. Works include civil infrastructure, new Hilltop Events Centre with heated pool and function space, and upgrades to the existing clubhouse. Staged releases are selling, with final stage completion targeted for late 2025.
Bamboo Estate
Boutique residential land development with 47 premium lots ranging from 601m2 to 780m2, surrounded by natural bushland in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, blending natural surroundings with modern living.
Placemaking Palmwoods Master Plan
The master plan shapes the public spaces and streets in Palmwoods, inspired by the town's identity, character, and community values. It emphasizes improving pedestrian connections, future off-street car parking, and developing a town square for community events.
Panorama Palmwoods
Residential estate offering 120 spacious lots ranging from 550m2 to 1800m2 with panoramic views to Montville, blending country and coast lifestyles in the Sunshine Coast hinterland. The project is completed, with only a few blocks remaining for sale.
Woombye Central
A boutique collection of 20 exclusive and private freehold terraces nestled in the heart of Woombye. Thoughtfully designed with locals, downsizers, first homebuyers, and property investors in mind, these stylish terraces offer the perfect blend of convenience, comfort, and low-maintenance lifestyle, with expressions of interest open.
4,066 residents of Palmwoods (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 4,185. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 64.3%. 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 6,380, about 80% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Palmwoods possesses a skilled labor pool, with solid representation in essential services and an unemployment rate of only 2.8%, according to statistical area data compiled by AreaSearch. In March 2026, there are 4,066 working residents, with the unemployment rate sitting 1.1% below the 3.9% recorded in Regional Qld, while labor force participation matches the Regional Qld rate of 64.3%. Census data indicates that a moderate 15.9% of residents worked from their homes, though this may reflect the influence of COVID-19 restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.
The community displays a strong concentration in construction, with its employment share reaching 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 2.3% of the local workforce, which is below the 4.5% average for Regional Qld. The mismatch between the Census working population and resident population suggests that local employment opportunities are somewhat limited. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from wider geographic zones shows that the labor force shrank by 0.1% alongside a 0.9% drop in employment over the 12-month period, leading to a 0.7 percentage point increase in unemployment. In comparison, Regional Qld experienced a 0.1% rise in employment, a 0.3% expansion of the labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future employment demand in Palmwoods. These five-year and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce profile to model expansion patterns. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, although rates vary by industry. Projecting these trends onto the industry profile of Palmwoods suggests local jobs will grow by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years (note that this is a direct weighted extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Palmwoods (Qld) is $1,738 a week (about $90,000 a year), with median personal income at $746 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,412 a year against an average of $64,291. 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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Tax data from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that income levels in the suburb of Palmwoods are below the national average. The median taxpayer income in the suburb of Palmwoods is $49,412, with the average income at $64,291, compared to $53,146 and $66,593 respectively in Regional Qld. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes would be around $55,025 (median) and $71,594 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in Palmwoods are modest, placing between the 38th and 49th percentiles.
The largest income bracket contains 35.1% of residents (2,803 people) who earn between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which is similar to the wider metropolitan pattern of 31.7% in this bracket. Housing costs present significant pressure, leaving only 83.7% of income available, which ranks at the 49th percentile, while the SEIFA index places the area in the 5th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Palmwoods (Qld) had 2,247 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 91% detached houses and 1% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 22% rented and 34% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $430 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,878 a month. Rent absorbs 24.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The residential mix in Palmwoods at the time of the last Census consisted of 90.7% separate houses and 9.3% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options in Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Palmwoods matched the Regional Qld rate of 34.3%, with mortgaged properties making up 43.8% and rental properties accounting for 21.9%. The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,878 was significantly higher than the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $430 compared to $345 in Regional Qld.
At a national level, mortgage repayments in Palmwoods exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are also well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Palmwoods (Qld) counted 2,247 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,824 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 33% are couples with children, against 31% couples without children. 21% 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 majority of households at 76.2%, consisting of couples with children (33.4%), couples without children (30.9%), and single-parent households (11.5%). The remaining 23.8% are non-family households, which include single-person households at 20.5% and group share houses at 3.0%. The median household occupancy of 2.7 individuals is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.9% of adults in Palmwoods (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 16.2% with a bachelor degree and 3.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 448 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,024 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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Academic credentials in Palmwoods are below regional averages, with 22.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 30.4% nationwide. This highlights room for educational growth and training. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 16.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational training is common, with 41.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a trade qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.2%) and certificates (29.5%). Enrollment rates in education are quite high, with 28.3% of the population currently engaged in study. This group is composed of 10.2% in primary school, 9.1% in high school, and 3.9% in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Palmwoods (Qld) reaches 12 stops on 42 routes, timetabled for about 630 services a week. The typical home sits about 270 m from its nearest stop. Trains carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 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 local transport network shows 12 active transit stops in Palmwoods, offering a combination of train and bus services. These stops support 42 routes, which provide 626 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is favorable, with residents living an average of 269 meters from the nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, leading to high levels of outward commuting, with cars being the primary mode of travel for 95% of commuters. Average vehicle ownership is 1.7 per household, which is higher than the regional average. Around 15.9% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 circumstances.
Transit services average 89 daily trips across all routes, which is equivalent to approximately 52 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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66.8% of residents in Palmwoods (Qld) report no long-term health condition. 6.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators show positive trends for Palmwoods residents, with AreaSearch's review of mortality and medical conditions indicating outcomes that align closely with national benchmarks, presenting typical rates of common illnesses across young and older age groups, while private health insurance coverage is slightly above the average SA2 region at roughly 53% of the population (~4,208 people). Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent medical issues locally, affecting 9.4% and 8.6% of residents, respectively, while 66.8% reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health statistics for working-age residents are standard.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.5% of the local population (1,637 people), with health rankings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Palmwoods (Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 81.8% of residents, with 4.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (35.3%) and Australian (26.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Palmwoods has lower cultural diversity than average, with 81.8% of residents born in Australia, 90.5% holding citizenship, and 96.0% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 48.2% of the local population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Regarding family backgrounds, the three most common ancestries in Palmwoods are English at 35.3% of the population (considerably higher than the regional average of 29.6%), Australian at 26.1%, and Scottish at 9.5%. There are also distinct differences in other groups: German background is higher at 5.3% (compared to 4.7% regionally), New Zealand background is 1.0% (compared to 0.9%), and French background is 0.6% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Palmwoods (Qld) is 42. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 23.4% 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 42 in Palmwoods is comparable to the Regional Qld average of 41 and sits higher than the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, there is a higher proportion of children aged 0 - 4 (6.1% locally) and a lower proportion of adults aged 25 - 34 (11.2%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket grew from 11.0% to 12.2% of the population, while the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 14.3% to 11.8%. Demographic projections for 2041 indicate significant shifts for Palmwoods, with the 25 to 34 age bracket expected to grow by 308 people (34%) from 894 to 1,203, while the 15 to 24 cohort is projected to decrease by 20 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Palmwoods (Qld)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 7 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 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 — 516 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,357 at the 2021 Census → 7,988 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 (SAL32265). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.