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Petrie has an estimated 9,226 residents, up from 8,722 at the 2021 Census — a change of 504 people, or 5.8%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. Natural increase accounts for 54.0% of that increase. That puts 1,398 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 evaluations of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside recent address records confirmed by AreaSearch after the Census, the suburb of Petrie has an estimated population of approximately 9,226 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 504 individuals (5.8%) since the 2021 Census, when the recorded population stood at 8,722 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 9,187, which was estimated by AreaSearch using the ABS's latest ERP statistics from June 2025, combined with an additional 35 validated new addresses identified since the Census.
With these numbers, the population density stands at 1,397 persons per square kilometer, a level exceeding the average across the nation's assessed localities. Natural population increases were the primary driver of growth in the area, accounting for roughly 54.0% of the overall population gains recorded in recent times. ABS and Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. For locations lacking this data and for periods extending past 2032, Queensland State Government projections from 2023 utilizing 2021 data are substituted. Since these state-level figures do not break down population by age brackets, AreaSearch scales cohort growth proportionally using the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections with a 2022 baseline. Looking at long-term trends, the suburb of Petrie is projected to experience growth slightly below the median of other analyzed areas, expanding by 925 residents by 2041 under consolidated SA2 projections, representing a total increase of 9.6% over the 16 years.
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44 new dwellings have been approved in Petrie over the past five years, an average of 8 a year. That is 1.0 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 7, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on AreaSearch's review of ABS building approvals allocated from local statistical divisions, the suburb of Petrie has averaged approximately 8 residential approvals annually. This includes an estimated 44 homes approved during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 7 approvals recorded during the current FY-26 period. With an average of 8 new occupants per year per completed dwelling over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, construction is failing to keep pace with demand, which typically intensifies buyer rivalry and drives up prices. Approved new residences carry an average construction value of $446,000, indicating that developers are prioritizing high-end, premium projects.
Additionally, commercial approvals worth $3.9 million have been registered in the current financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential focus of the locality. Compared to Greater Brisbane, the suburb of Petrie exhibits significantly quieter development volumes, running at 81.0% below the regional average per capita. While this constrained supply generally bolsters demand and supports valuations for established properties, construction activity has recently gained momentum. Local approval rates are also lower than the national average, indicating a mature market and potential development constraints. Recent approvals consist of 25.0% standalone houses and 75.0% townhouses or multi-residential units. This emphasis on higher-density projects offers more budget-friendly entry points, appealing to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a major departure from the current local housing stock, which is 87.0% houses, reflecting a scarcity of vacant land alongside changing buyer preferences and budget considerations. The ratio of residents to dwelling approvals stands at roughly 631 people per approval, indicating a well-established residential market. Long-term demographic forecasts show that the suburb of Petrie is set to add 886 residents by 2041, according to the most recent quarterly projections from AreaSearch. If current building rates persist, the supply of new housing may fall short of population gains, which could heighten competition among buyers and foster stronger price appreciation.
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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 Petrie, worth an estimated $400 million. A further 81 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $38 billion. 29 are already under construction and 26 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development works play a major role in shaping local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 15 key projects that are expected to influence the local area. Major proposals include the Petrie Central Retail and Residential Precinct Expansion, the Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre, the Pantex Student Accommodation on Young Street, and the Apartments at 50-52 Connors Street, with the primary developments of interest detailed below.
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50-52 Connors Street Apartments
Approved development for a six-storey residential building comprising 24 apartments (18 x 2-bed, 5 x 1-bed, 1 x 3-bed). The site, located near the Petrie USC campus, was sold with development approval in October 2023.
Moreton Bay Central Petrie Town Centre Mixed-Use Retail Precinct
Planning framework for mixed-use renewal in the Moreton Bay Central Priority Development Area, including Petrie Town Centre west of Petrie Station. The precinct is intended to support retail, commercial, residential, health, community infrastructure and university-linked activity around the UniSC Moreton Bay campus. No current official Haben project page for Petrie Central was found, so the record has been reframed around the official PDA and town centre renewal area.
Pantex Student Accommodation - Young Street
8-storey purpose-built student accommodation tower providing 296 beds across 162 units to serve the UniSC Moreton Bay campus. The development features study areas, recreation facilities, open corridors for natural ventilation, and 52 basement car parks.
Petrie Water Supply Upgrade
Major water infrastructure upgrade connecting 100,000 residents in Dakabin, North Lakes, Mango Hill, Kallangur, Murrumba Downs, Griffin, Petrie, Lawnton and Strathpine to SEQ Water Grid. Includes new pipeline, pumping station, water quality management facility, and decommissioning of Petrie Water Treatment Plant built in 1950s. Critical investment to support population growth in the Moreton Bay region with improved water security and quality.
Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre
A 205 million dollar multi-sport facility planned within the Moreton Bay Central precinct (formerly The Mill) at Petrie, adjacent to Petrie train station. The centre will deliver 12 multi-purpose courts across two halls supporting basketball, netball, volleyball, futsal, badminton, pickleball, gymnastics and wheelchair rugby. Earmarked as a venue for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games with a Games-time spectator capacity of approximately 10,000, it is currently proposed to host boxing. Beyond 2032 the venue will operate as a community and regional sporting hub owned and run by City of Moreton Bay Council.The scope includes a cafe, athlete change rooms, more than 300 car parks, meeting rooms, offices and outdoor green space, and the building will target a 6-Star Green Star rating. Populous has been appointed as Principal Architect, with Aurecon and Northrop providing engineering services. Council has commenced enabling works on site and main construction is anticipated to begin in 2027 ahead of completion before the 2032 Games.
Young St, Petrie
Development of a 296-bed purpose-built student accommodation building supporting the UniSC Moreton Bay campus. The 8-storey project features 162 units, including 84 studios and 212 shared dormitories, along with a 2-level basement carpark.
Moreton Bay Central (formerly The Mill at Moreton Bay) - Knowledge and Innovation Precinct
Moreton Bay Central is a 460-hectare Priority Development Area transforming the former Petrie paper mill site into a major knowledge and innovation precinct north of Brisbane. Led by Millovate over a 20-year staged delivery, the masterplan features the UniSC Moreton Bay campus, a private health precinct, commercial spaces, 3,400 dwellings, and the Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Youngs Crossing Road Upgrade
City of Moreton Bay is delivering the Youngs Crossing Road Upgrade at Joyner to improve flood immunity, safety and capacity at the North Pine River crossing. The project covers more than one kilometre between Protheroe Road and Dayboro Road and includes a new approximately 200 metre flood-resilient bridge, road widening and intersection upgrades, traffic signals, retaining walls, utility works, pedestrian and cycling improvements, noise barriers, environmental management measures and landscaping. As of May 2026, construction is progressing, with bridge concrete works, underground services, traffic signal works, piling, retaining wall works, earthworks and vegetation management underway.
4,978 residents of Petrie are employed, from a labour force of 5,416. Unemployment sits at 8.1%, with participation at 72.7%. 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 7,555, 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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The suburb of Petrie supports a skilled resident workforce with a strong presence in vital service industries, an unemployment rate of 8.1%, and an estimated 1.0% growth in local jobs over the past year, according to AreaSearch's compiled regional statistics. As of March 2026, 4,978 residents are employed, while the local jobless rate sits at 3.8% above the Greater Brisbane average of 4.3%, indicating potential for labor market improvements. Workforce participation is relatively typical, standing at 72.7% compared to Greater Brisbane's 70.4%. Census records show that a modest 17.2% of working residents operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic containment measures.
The primary employment fields for working residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The locality features a particularly high concentration of workers in retail trade, which is 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for 6.4% of the workforce compared to 8.9% across the region. The suburb's heavily residential nature is reflected in the imbalance between the local job count and the size of the resident working population. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from regional datasets, local employment grew by 1.0% and the labor force expanded by 0.5% over the 12-month period, resulting in a 0.4 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Brisbane recorded employment growth of 3.2% and labor force growth of 3.4%, alongside a 0.1 percentage point increase in its unemployment rate. National workforce projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context on future demand within the suburb of Petrie. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce profile to model potential employment trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Applying these sectoral trends to the local employment structure indicates that employment within the suburb of Petrie would rise by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, assuming a basic weighted translation that does not incorporate localized population shifts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Petrie is $1,853 a week (about $96,000 a year), with median personal income at $811 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,189 a year against an average of $61,474. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Based on AreaSearch's compilation of the latest postcode-level tax data from the ATO for financial year 2023, the median income for taxpayers in the suburb of Petrie was $54,189, with the average income recorded at $61,474. These figures sit below national averages and compare to median and average incomes of $58,236 and $72,799 across Greater Brisbane. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current income estimates correspond to approximately $60,345 (median) and $68,457 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Petrie around the 53rd percentile nationally.
In terms of earnings brackets, the largest group comprises 40.1% of local taxpayers (3,699 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the broader regional pattern where 33.3% of taxpayers fall into this range. Housing expenses account for 15.4% of income, but solid overall earnings keep disposable income at the 58th percentile, and the area sits in the 5th decile of the SEIFA index of relative advantage and disadvantage.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Petrie had 3,148 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 87% detached houses and 5% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 30% rented and 26% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $360 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,725 a month. Rent absorbs 19.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.5%. 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 mix in the suburb of Petrie consisted of 86.7% standalone houses and 13.3% multi-unit dwellings such as townhouses and apartments, compared to Greater Brisbane's split of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the home ownership rate in the suburb of Petrie was equivalent to the metropolitan average at 25.5%, while the remaining homes were occupied by buyers with a mortgage (44.2%) or renters (30.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment was below the metropolitan benchmark at $1,725, while the median weekly rent was $360, compared to Greater Brisbane figures of $1,863 and $380 respectively.
On a national scale, mortgage costs in the suburb of Petrie are below the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Petrie counted 3,148 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,330 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 19% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 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 local households at 77.9%, consisting of couples with children (35.0%), couples without children (28.3%), and single-parent homes (13.5%). Non-family households account for the remaining 22.1%, which is dominated by single-person households at 19.0%, while group housing makes up 3.1% of the total. The median household size of 2.7 residents is slightly larger than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
20.3% of adults in Petrie hold a university qualification, including 14.4% with a bachelor degree and 3.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.5% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,835 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,006 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The suburb of Petrie exhibits lower rates of higher education, with university qualification levels (20.3%) sitting well below the Greater Brisbane average of 30.5%. This gap highlights a need for targeted educational programs. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees are the most common at 14.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 40.1% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, comprising advanced diplomas (11.6%) and certificates (28.5%). A significant proportion of the local population is engaged in learning, with 29.2% of residents currently enrolled in an educational institution.
This group includes 10.1% attending primary schools, 8.3% in secondary schools, and 5.0% enrolled in tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Petrie reaches 30 stops on 106 routes, timetabled for about 3,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 220 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 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 transport reveals 30 active transit stops in the suburb of Petrie, offering a combination of rail and bus services. These stops support 106 different routes, which deliver 3,553 weekly passenger journeys. Transport links are rated favorably, with residents living an average of 222 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars being the primary mode of travel for 84% of workers, followed by trains at 11%. Car ownership stands at 1.6 vehicles per household, which is higher than the regional average.
Additionally, 17.2% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions. Transit service frequency averages 507 daily trips across the entire network, representing roughly 118 weekly services for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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64.7% of residents in Petrie report no long-term health condition. 5.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.8 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and chronic illness rates, the suburb of Petrie faces notable public health concerns, with common conditions present across both younger and older cohorts, while private health insurance rates are relatively low at roughly 52% of the population (~4,756 people). This compares to a private coverage rate of 55.8% across Greater Brisbane. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most common diagnoses in the area, affecting 11.7% and 9.1% of residents respectively. Conversely, 64.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane.
The working-age cohort has a high incidence of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over constitute 15.3% of the population (1,411 people), and national health risk rankings for this group are even higher than for the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Petrie is largely Australian-born, at 80.6% of residents, with 6.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.9%) and Australian (27.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Petrie has lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with Australian-born residents making up 80.6% of the population, citizens comprising 89.5%, and 93.9% of households speaking only English. The dominant religious affiliation is Christianity, followed by 46.3% of the population, which compares to 47.8% throughout Greater Brisbane. Regarding parent birthplaces, the largest ancestry groups in the suburb of Petrie are English (30.9%), Australian (27.3%), and Irish (8.8%). Some smaller ethnic groups show higher concentrations than typical for the region: New Zealand-born residents represent 1.3% of the population (compared to 1.0% regionally), Welsh heritage stands at 0.8% (compared to 0.5%), and Maori ancestry is at 1.3% (compared to 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Petrie is 38. 26.7% 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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With a median age of 38, the suburb of Petrie is slightly older than the Greater Brisbane average of 36, though it aligns with the national median of 38 years. The 55 - 64 age bracket is highly represented at 12.5% compared to Greater Brisbane, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 12.0%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 75 to 84 has expanded from 3.5% to 4.8% of the population, whereas the 45 to 54 cohort has contracted from 14.9% to 13.4%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic forecasts project notable shifts in the local age profile.
The 75 to 84 age group is expected to grow by 58% (an increase of 257 people), rising from 442 to 700. The broader aging trend is evident as residents aged 65 and older represent 57% of all projected population growth, while the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 age brackets are projected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Petrie
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 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 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 — 35 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,722 at the 2021 Census → 9,226 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL32303). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.