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Parkinson has an estimated 12,093 residents, up from 11,148 at the 2021 Census — a change of 945 people, or 8.5%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years. 174 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 87.0% of that increase. That puts 1,469 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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In the suburb of Parkinson, analysis of ABS demographic updates and quarterly address data validated by AreaSearch indicates the population has reached approximately 12,093 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 945 residents, or 8.5%, from the 11,148 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. The estimate is built upon a baseline resident population of 11,987 calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 release of estimated resident population statistics, combined with 174 new addresses validated since the Census. At this level, the density stands at 1,469 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure across Australian locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
The suburb of Parkinson's 8.5% growth rate is within 0.8 percentage points of the national benchmark of 9.3%, reflecting competitive demographic trends. Overseas migration served as the principal driver of growth, accounting for approximately 87.0% of the population expansion in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, and for years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are adopted. It should be noted that these state projections do not provide age category splits; hence where utilised, AreaSearch is applying proportional growth weightings in line with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) for each age cohort. Considering the projected demographic shifts, lower quartile growth of national statistical areas is anticipated, with the suburb of Parkinson expected to increase by 500 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting an increase of 3.3% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
174 new dwellings have been approved in Parkinson over the past five years, an average of 34 a year. That places the area in the 59th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 26 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 67, 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 compilation of ABS building approval statistics, the suburb of Parkinson has maintained an average of approximately 34 new home approvals annually. Over the preceding 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, a total of 174 homes received approval, with an additional 62 recorded during FY-26. Dwellings built between FY-21 and FY-25 attracted an average of 3 new residents each, resulting in demand that outstrips new supply, which typically puts upward pressure on prices and intensifies buyer competition. The average valuation of these approved new homes stands at $601,000, indicating that developers are focusing their attention on the higher-end residential market.
Commercial building approvals reached $6.1 million during this financial year, highlighting that local activity remains overwhelmingly focused on housing. Compared against the wider Greater Brisbane region, the level of construction in the suburb of Parkinson is exceptionally quiet, sitting 67.0% below the metropolitan average on a per capita basis. Such a lack of incoming stock generally reinforces values and demand for existing houses. The volume of approvals is also low on a national scale, reflecting the suburb of Parkinson's established footprint and suggesting potential planning limitations. The entirety of recently approved residential construction is comprised of standalone houses, preserving a traditional outer-suburban profile that appeals to buyers seeking space. An average of approximately 351 residents for every residential approval indicates a mature real estate market. Based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch, the suburb of Parkinson is projected to add 394 residents by 2041. Under current construction trajectories, incoming housing supply is positioned to satisfy this demand, which should support buyers while leaving room for growth to outpace 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 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Parkinson, worth an estimated $371 million. A further 48 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $28.9 billion. 12 are already under construction and 11 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and retail. 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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Changes in zoning, planning guidelines, and major infrastructure works significantly shape local property markets. AreaSearch has identified 13 active projects expected to influence the suburb of Parkinson. The primary initiatives include the Loganlea Station Relocation Project, the Logan Plan, Paradise in Parkinson, and the Parkinson Distribution Centre, with key details provided for the most significant developments.
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Loganlea Station and Park 'n' Ride Relocation
Joint Australian and Queensland Government project to relocate Loganlea station about 500m south opposite Logan Hospital and upgrade the park 'n' ride. The new station will improve access to Logan Hospital, Loganlea TAFE and Loganlea State High School, with ramps, stairs, lifts, a pedestrian overpass, raised platforms, lighting, CCTV, real-time passenger information, bus stops, kiss 'n' ride, bicycle parking and provision for future Logan and Gold Coast Faster Rail expansion. Major construction is underway and completion is targeted for 2027, subject to conditions.
Paradise in Parkinson
Paradise in Parkinson is a masterplanned residential land estate comprising 118 residential lots delivered across multiple stages. Civil works and staged land releases have progressed, with the estate being marketed for house and land packages within the Stretton College catchment. The development includes landscaped open space, green corridors and new local road infrastructure.
Grand Plaza Shopping Centre Amenities Refurbishment
Internal upgrade program at Grand Plaza, the regional shopping centre at Browns Plains in Logan. The current scope, lodged with Logan City Council in May 2025 (reference PDCOM/1509/2025), covers a commercial amenities refurbishment refreshing customer washrooms and supporting facilities. The works form part of an ongoing centre renewal program led by co-owners Vicinity Centres and EG Funds Management, building on the recently completed food court refurbishment which introduced new ceramic and timber finishes, additional seating and a kids play zone.A steady stream of specialty store fitouts is also progressing through 2025 and 2026 (including Pandora, Essential Beauty and Sunshine Kitchen), reflecting active tenancy reconfiguration across the centre. Grand Plaza spans around 53,000 square metres of gross lettable area and is anchored by Big W, Kmart, Target, Coles, Woolworths, Aldi and Event Cinemas. The centre has previously trialled rooftop drone deliveries with Wing.
Adora Parkinson
Adora Parkinson is a completed 76-lot residential land estate in the established suburb of Parkinson, just 30 minutes from Brisbane. The development featured premium homesites ranging from 375 square metres to 970 square metres, designed for custom home building. With over one-third of the area dedicated to conservation and recreation, the estate offers tree-lined streets with native landscaping including lilly pilly and bottle brush, flat building sites for cost-effective construction, and proximity to amenities including Westfield shopping centre and Karawatha Forest Park.Now sold out, Adora has become a sought-after owner-occupier community known for its natural surroundings and family-friendly atmosphere.
Beaudesert Road and Illaweena Street Intersection Upgrade (Mount Lindesay Arterial Road)
A transformative intersection upgrade that widened Beaudesert Road to six lanes, extended turn lanes, replaced slip lanes with signalized left-turn lanes, and added infrastructure including drainage, street lighting, traffic signals, pavements, shared paths, retaining walls, and upgraded bus stops. The project is notable as Brisbane's first fully protected intersection design on the state-controlled road network, featuring separated bicycle lanes and enhanced pedestrian crossings. Winner of the 2025 IPWEA Australasia Excellence in Road Safety Award. The upgrade serves approximately 46,000 vehicles daily and significantly improves safety and connectivity for all road users including pedestrians and cyclists.
Pallara Development Project (78-88 Vied Road)
Reconfiguration of a lot (residential subdivision) at 78-88 Vied Road, Pallara. The subdivision has received development approval from Brisbane City Council, with multiple operational works approvals relating to local road and servicing layouts. Realm Builder Pty Ltd is listed on operational works applications alongside the developer. Ongoing activity suggests the project is progressing post-approval toward construction and plan sealing.
Nottingham Residences
Nottingham Residences is a luxury boutique townhouse complex by Heran Building Group featuring 29 modern townhouses with 3 and 4 bedroom configurations. Located in the growing suburb of Parkinson, the completed project is positioned just 20 minutes from Brisbane CBD and offers convenient access to local shopping areas, medical facilities, public transport, schools and childcare centers. Amenities include an onsite manager, swimming pool, and recreational spaces.
Parkinson Distribution Centre
A purpose-built logistics and distribution centre originally constructed in 2014 as a Masters Home Improvement store. The facility was repositioned in 2019 as a high-quality distribution centre for Beacon Lighting. The 13,096 square metre warehouse occupies 36,440 square metres (3.64 hectares) of land at the front of the Sitelink Business Park. The property provides direct access to major transport infrastructure including the Logan Motorway, Beaudesert Road and Mt Lindesay Highway, enabling connections to Brisbane CBD, Port of Brisbane, Brisbane Airport and the Gold Coast.The facility services Beacon Lighting's operations across NSW, metropolitan Brisbane and regional Queensland.
6,862 residents of Parkinson are employed, from a labour force of 7,071. Unemployment sits at 3.0%, with participation at 73.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 9,890, about 82% 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 compiled by AreaSearch indicates that the suburb of Parkinson has a highly educated workforce with strong representation in key service industries, an unemployment rate of only 3.0%, and annual employment growth estimated at 5.3%. As of March 2026, there are 6,862 employed residents, with the unemployment rate tracking 1.4 percentage points below the Greater Brisbane figure of 4.3%. Labor force participation is relatively typical, standing at 73.6% compared to 70.4% across Greater Brisbane. Census results showed a moderate 16.9% of workers performing their duties from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic containment measures.
The local workforce is heavily concentrated in retail trade, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The retail sector is particularly prominent, employing residents at 1.2 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, construction has a relatively minor footprint, employing 7.4% of the working population compared to 9.0% across Greater Brisbane. A comparison between the resident labor force and locally situated jobs suggests the suburb of Parkinson itself offers few employment opportunities, functioning primarily as a residential area. AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that over the 12-month period, the local employed population expanded by 5.3% while the labor force grew by 5.2%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 0.1 percentage points. This outpaced the wider Greater Brisbane area, which saw employment rise by 3.2%, the labor force grow by 3.4%, and the unemployment rate tick up by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer a framework for understanding potential employment trends in the suburb of Parkinson. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual sectors vary widely. Applying these national industry trends directly to the local workforce composition suggests employment for residents could rise by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, assuming local trends mirror national projections without accounting for localized population shifts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Parkinson is $2,188 a week (about $114,000 a year), with median personal income at $845 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,108 a year against an average of $60,245. 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 statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023, personal incomes in the suburb of Parkinson trail the national average. The median income among taxpayers is $51,108, and the average income is $60,245, compared to Greater Brisbane averages of $58,236 and $72,799 respectively. Adjusting these figures for the 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of approximately $56,914 for the median and $67,089 for the average as of March 2026. According to the Census, household incomes are in the 77th percentile nationally at a weekly median of $2,188, while individual incomes sit in the 58th percentile.
The dominant income bracket consists of 4,667 residents earning between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, representing 38.6% of households, which aligns closely with the regional rate of 33.3%. Housing costs consume 14.9% of income, and strong household earnings place local residents in the 78th percentile for disposable income, with the suburb of Parkinson scoring in the 7th decile on the SEIFA economic index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Parkinson had 3,437 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 0% apartments. 52% are owned with a mortgage, 20% rented and 27% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 20.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing stock in the suburb of Parkinson is dominated by separate houses, which make up 86.1% of dwellings, while apartments, semi-detached properties, and other configurations account for 13.9%. This contrasts with metropolitan Brisbane, where standalone houses represent 73.5% and alternative structures make up 26.5%. The home ownership rate matches the metropolitan average of 27.3%, with 52.4% of dwellings held under a mortgage and 20.3% occupied by renters. The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,950 exceeds the Brisbane average of $1,863, and the median weekly rent of $450 is higher than the metropolitan benchmark of $380.
Compared nationally, mortgage costs in the suburb of Parkinson exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are notably higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Parkinson counted 3,437 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,728 today, averaging 3.1 people each. 52% are couples with children, more than in 95% of areas nationally, against 24% couples without children. 11% 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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Families make up 87.6% of all households in the suburb of Parkinson, consisting of couples with children at 51.6%, couples without children at 24.4%, and single parents at 10.7%. Non-family households comprise 12.4% of the total, with single-person households representing 10.7% and group housing accounting for 1.8%. The average household size of 3.1 persons is larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
33.6% of adults in Parkinson hold a university qualification, including 22.1% with a bachelor degree and 9.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 18.5% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Attainment of higher education in the suburb of Parkinson is lower than the regional average, with 33.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree compared to 42.1% across the SA4 region. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 22.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.1% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Vocational education is common, with 30.2% of residents aged 15+ holding technical credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.7% and certificates at 18.5%. A high proportion of residents are active students, with 31.5% of the population enrolled in education.
Primary school students account for 11.2% of the population, secondary students represent 9.4%, and tertiary students make up 5.2%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Parkinson reaches 15 stops on 10 routes, timetabled for about 2,200 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 1.8 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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An analysis of public transit shows 15 active stops within the suburb of Parkinson, served by bus routes. These stops accommodate 10 distinct routes, which combine to support 2,190 passenger trips each week. Transit access is moderate, with residents living an average of 427 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb of Parkinson functions mainly as a residential area, with the majority of residents commuting to outer areas; private vehicles remain the dominant mode of travel at 89%, while buses carry 8% of commuters. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.8 cars per home, which is higher than the regional average.
Census data from 2021 indicates that 16.9% of residents worked from home, which may reflect temporary pandemic restrictions. Across all active transit routes, services run at an average frequency of 312 trips daily, which represents approximately 146 weekly trips for each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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76.7% of residents in Parkinson report no long-term health condition. 5.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 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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Assessments of mortality and disease rates indicate positive health outcomes in the suburb of Parkinson, with the general population showing low rates of chronic illness, though prevalence is higher than the national average among older, vulnerable groups. Private health insurance coverage is relatively low, held by approximately 51% of the population, which equates to about 6,177 people, compared to 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. Asthma and mental health issues represent the most common conditions, affecting 6.1% and 6.0% of the population respectively, while 76.7% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.4% of the community, representing 1,741 people, though this older cohort ranks lower on national health indicators than the wider local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
44.9% of Parkinson residents were born overseas and 42.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 86% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (19.6%) and Australian (17.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Parkinson exhibits high cultural diversity, with 42.7% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 44.9% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 46.4% of the population. The most pronounced demographic divergence is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 3.4% of residents locally compared to 1.3% across Greater Brisbane. Ancestry details show the top three backgrounds in the suburb of Parkinson are English at 19.6% (compared to 26.8% regionally), Australian at 17.1% (compared to 23.2% regionally), and Chinese at 15.6% (compared to 3.4% regionally).
Other distinct cultural groups include Korean ancestry at 1.7% of the population (compared to 0.5% regionally), Samoan ancestry at 0.9% (compared to 0.9% regionally), and South Australian ancestry at 0.9% (compared to 0.6% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Parkinson is 38. That is 1 year older 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 in the suburb of Parkinson is 38, which is slightly older than the Greater Brisbane median of 36 and identical to the national average of 38. The 45 - 54 age bracket is well represented at 14.8% compared to the wider region, while the 25 - 34 group is smaller at 9.5%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 13.1% to 15.2% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has risen from 3.1% to 4.3%. Meanwhile, the 25 - 34 age bracket fell from 11.3% to 9.5%, and the 35 to 44 cohort declined from 16.0% to 14.8%.
Looking forward to 2041, demographic forecasts project major shifts in age structure, led by a 59% increase in the 75 to 84 group, which is expected to rise from 519 to 826 people. This aging trend is prominent, with residents aged 65+ accounting for 63% of the total projected growth, whereas the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 cohorts are forecast to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Parkinson
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 6 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 Aug 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 — 174 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (11,148 at the 2021 Census → 12,093 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 (SAL32274). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.