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Phillip has an estimated 7,528 residents, up from 5,197 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,331 people, or 44.9%. Growth has averaged 8.5% a year over five years, faster than 97% of areas nationally. 2,136 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 51.0% of that increase. That puts 2,929 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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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Phillip has an estimated population of roughly 7,528, according to AreaSearch research that combines broader ABS regional population revisions with 2,136 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. In the 2021 Census, 5,197 people were documented, meaning the local populace has expanded by 2,331 people (44.9%). AreaSearch arrived at this assessment by evaluating the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025), which indicated a resident headcount of 7,147, and factoring in the new addresses. The suburb of Phillip records a population density of 2,929 persons per square kilometer, positioning it within the upper quartile of Australian areas monitored by AreaSearch.
With its 44.9% expansion rate since the 2021 census, the suburb of Phillip outpaced both the broader state and the SA3 area (7.1%), establishing itself as a regional growth hotspot. International arrivals were the main catalyst for demographic expansion, contributing roughly 51.0% of recent population increases, although interstate migration and natural growth also registered positive contributions. SA2-level forecasts issued jointly by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024 using 2022 as a baseline are applied by AreaSearch, with ACT Government SA2 projections (also benchmarked to 2022) utilised for age cohorts beyond 2032 or areas not covered in the federal series. Looking ahead at broader demographic patterns, the suburb of Phillip is slated for outstanding expansion that ranks within the top 10 percent of national statistical areas. Aggregated SA2-level modeling projects that the suburb of Phillip will add 3,838 persons by 2041, representing a cumulative increase of 45.8% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
2,298 new dwellings have been approved in Phillip over the past five years, an average of 459 a year. That places the area in the 88th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 61 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 498 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 0% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 196, 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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Examining ABS building approval statistics across statistical boundaries, AreaSearch calculates that Phillip has averaged approximately 459 residential approvals each year, adding up to an estimated 2,298 homes across the preceding 5 financial years. In FY-25 to date, 196 approvals have been documented. Over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), the ratio of new residents to each newly built dwelling stood at an average of just 1 per year, indicating that residential construction is matching or outpacing demand, providing buyers with abundant options and establishing room for demographic expansion beyond current forecasts.
Furthermore, average construction costs for incoming dwellings stand at $459,000—a level moderately above regional benchmarks that highlights an emphasis on higher-end development. Approvals for commercial construction have also reached $27.9 million during this financial year, pointing to moderate commercial building activity. Per-capita development activity in Phillip exceeds that of the Australian Capital Territory by 404.0%, delivering expanded purchasing opportunities for buyers despite a recent slowdown in building rates. This volume sits substantially higher than nationwide levels, demonstrating considerable developer confidence in the precinct. Furthermore, all recent building works consist of medium and high-density formats. This strong emphasis on compact housing models provides more accessible entry prices while appealing to first-time buyers, investors, and downsizing owner-occupiers. With approximately 35 people per approval, Phillip exhibits the characteristics of an expanding urban centre. According to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate, population projections indicate that Phillip is on track to add 3,448 residents through to 2041. Under prevailing construction trends, upcoming residential stock should comfortably satisfy buyer demand, maintaining supportive market conditions and potentially accommodating population growth beyond 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 21 current infrastructure and development projects inside Phillip, worth an estimated $2.14 billion. A further 21 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $4.45 billion. 6 are already under construction and 10 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and health & medical. 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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Urban development, planning policies, and large-scale public works play a crucial role in shaping local community outcomes. AreaSearch has identified 29 major projects that are anticipated to influence the precinct. Prominent developments include the Woden Town Square Precinct Redevelopment, Skye by Trilogy (Section 117 Phillip), Ivy by Morris (Section 54 Phillip), and the Luxury Canberra Residential Tower, with key initiatives outlined in the accompanying details.
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Woden Community Services Hub
A new four-storey facility in Woden Town Centre that will centralise community and government services under one roof, bringing together services currently operating from multiple buildings in the region. It will include child and family services, meeting rooms, a multi-purpose hall, and workshop spaces. Construction is expected to commence in 2026-27.
Woden Pool Project (Phillip Swimming and Ice-Skating Centre Redevelopment)
Staged redevelopment of the Phillip Swimming and Ice-Skating Centre site in Woden by Geocon. Stage one, approved by the ACT Territory Planning Authority on 16 December 2025, comprises two 13-storey residential towers with 286 apartments above a new public aquatic centre featuring a 25-metre, eight-lane indoor lap pool, warm water program pool, splash pad, learn-to-swim and toddler areas, cafe, and steam and sauna facilities. The existing outdoor 50-metre pool and the ice-skating rink will remain operational during stage one construction, with their future considered in later stages.Geocon intends to eventually deliver around 696 to 700 apartments across five buildings in three stages on the 1.29 hectare site. Minor structural amendments to the approved stage one design remain under assessment.
Ivy by Morris (Section 54 Phillip)
A premium 18-storey residential tower offering 212 apartments with rooftop amenities, ground-floor retail and direct connection to the redeveloped Woden Town Square.
Skye by Trilogy (Section 117 Phillip)
A landmark 20-storey mixed-use residential tower comprising 188 luxury apartments with ground-floor retail and commercial space, located directly opposite Westfield Woden in the Phillip town centre. Developed by Zapari, the project forms part of the broader high-rise transformation of the Woden Town Centre precinct.
Woden Pool Redevelopment
Mixed-use redevelopment of the Phillip Swimming and Ice Skating Centre (Woden Pool) comprising a new public indoor aquatic centre with 25m lap pool, learn-to-swim pool, leisure and toddler pools, splash pad, sauna, steam room and cafe, together with two residential towers containing 286 apartments in Stage 1. The broader masterplanned redevelopment is proposed to ultimately deliver around 696 dwellings across three stages.
Woden Town Centre Public Realm Upgrades
ACT Government public realm improvements to Woden Town Square and surrounding streets in Phillip, delivered in stages as part of the broader Woden renewal program. Works include new landscaping and tree planting, street furniture, wayfinding signage, improved pedestrian connectivity and active travel links around the CIT Woden Campus and town centre. The initial Woden Experiment placemaking activation (2019) informed subsequent permanent upgrades. The new Woden Public Transport Interchange became operational in April 2026, completing the active travel connectivity precinct.
Woden Bus Depot and Transport Interchange
The Woden Bus Depot and Transport Interchange are fully completed and operational as of April 2026. The new interchange on Callam Street serves over 10,000 Canberrans daily with 10 platforms, improved amenities, and future-proofed light rail capabilities. The Woden Bus Depot is Australia's largest electric bus depot, featuring charging infrastructure for up to 100 zero-emission buses alongside modern maintenance facilities.
Scentre Group Woden Town Centre Concept Masterplan
Long-term concept masterplan by Scentre Group for the Westfield Woden retail core and adjoining areas. The proposal seeks a Major Plan Amendment to enable a staged mixed-use redevelopment with 17 residential towers up to 55 storeys, about 3000 to 4000 dwellings, improved town square and public spaces, enhanced retail, entertainment and hospitality areas, and potential community and indoor recreation facilities. Scentre Group has lodged a planning-change application, with detailed development applications still required before construction.
4,643 residents of Phillip are employed, from a labour force of 4,810. Unemployment sits at 3.5%, with participation at 75.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% 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 10,477, about 139% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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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Local workforce data aggregated across statistical areas by AreaSearch indicates that Phillip features a well-educated labor base, strong representation across essential services industries, an unemployment rate of merely 3.5%, and solid job stability over the past year. In March 2026, 4,643 local residents held employment. The local unemployment rate rests 0.6% below the Australian Capital Territory mark of 4.1%, while the local participation rate of 75.7% is well above the territory standard of 70.6%. At the Census, only a modest 9.7% of working residents operated from home, though this figure should be viewed in light of Covid-19 lockdown conditions.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and professional & technical. Concentration is particularly pronounced in health care & social assistance, where the local employment share stands at 2.1 times the regional average. Conversely, education & training accounts for only 5.4% of the resident workforce, trailing the Australian Capital Territory figure of 9.6%. With 1.4 jobs located within the precinct for each local resident at the Census, Phillip operates as an employment hub that draws commuters from neighboring districts. Analysis of ABS and SALM metrics aggregated across wider statistical areas by AreaSearch reveals that during the 12 months to March 2026, local employment grew by 0.1% alongside a 1.2% rise in the labour force, resulting in a 1.0 percentage points increase in the jobless rate. Over the identical timeframe, the Australian Capital Territory saw employment rise by 0.3%, the labour force increase by 1.1%, and unemployment climb by 0.7 percentage points. National workforce modeling from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provides broader context for future labor needs in Phillip. Across Australia, total employment is projected to grow by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, with performance varying widely across different industries. Mapping these industry projections against Phillip's workforce composition suggests local job numbers could expand by 7.2% over five years and 14.8% over ten years (noting this is a weighted illustrative extrapolation that excludes local demographic projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Phillip is $2,075 a week (about $108,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,342 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $72,422 a year against an average of $90,447. 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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Taxation statistics at the postcode tier compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that Phillip recorded a median taxpayer income of $72,422 and an average taxpayer income of $90,447. These figures are exceptionally strong by national standards and compare to $72,206 (median) and $85,981 (average) for the Australian Capital Territory. Adjusting for a 10.44% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 brings estimated current values to roughly $79,983 for median income and $99,890 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census recorded individual weekly earnings of $1,342, placing the area in the 95th percentile nationally.
Income distribution figures show that 47.2% of residents (3,553 people) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, compared to 34.3% across the wider region. While local housing outlays absorb 17.1% of earnings, robust wages place disposable income in the 68th percentile, and the precinct ranks in the 7th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Phillip had 2,623 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 0% detached houses and 67% apartments. 35% are owned with a mortgage, 51% rented and 14% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $440 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,608 a month, a total housing cost higher than 83% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 17.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the latest Census, residential dwellings in Phillip were comprised of 0.1% houses and 99.9% other dwellings (including apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), contrasting sharply with the Australian Capital Territory breakdown of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Phillip stood at 13.9%, lower than the territory benchmark, while mortgaged properties accounted for 35.4% and rental dwellings represented 50.7%. Typical mortgage costs in the area sat well below territory levels, with a median monthly payment of $1,608 against $2,080 for the Australian Capital Territory, while median weekly rent was $440 compared to $450 across the territory.
Across Australia, Phillip's monthly mortgage repayments are significantly below the nationwide benchmark of $1,863, whereas weekly rental payments sit substantially higher than the Australian figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Phillip counted 2,623 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,799 today, averaging 1.9 people each. 15% are couples with children, fewer than in 94% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 44% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute 49.9% of all households in Phillip, broken down into couples without children (27.6%), couples with children (14.7%), and single parent families (6.2%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 50.1%, with single-person residences representing 44.2% and group households making up 5.9%. The median household size is 1.9 people, which is smaller than the Australian Capital Territory benchmark of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
60.1% of adults in Phillip hold a university qualification, including 34.9% with a bachelor degree and 19.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 83% of areas nationally. A further 11.0% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 1,169 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,088 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 among residents in Phillip are exceptionally strong, with 60.1% of persons aged 15+ possessing university qualifications, compared to 46.8% across the SA4 region and 30.4% in Australia. This advanced educational standing equips the local workforce well for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the most prevalent qualification at 34.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 19.5% and graduate diplomas at 5.7%. Vocational education accounts for 20.5% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of certificates (11.0%) and advanced diplomas (9.5%). A substantial 25.9% of local residents are actively engaged in formal studies.
This total comprises 10.7% attending tertiary institutions, 4.7% enrolled in primary education, and 2.7% in secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Phillip reaches 40 stops on 87 routes, timetabled for about 7,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.6 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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Transport network evaluations identify 40 active public transit stops throughout Phillip, spanning both train and buses infrastructure. These facilities are served by 87 individual routes that together deliver 7,052 weekly passenger trips. Public transit access is rated as excellent, with dwellings generally situated 169 meters from the nearest stop. Given the predominantly residential character of the precinct, the majority of commuters travel outwards, with private vehicles serving as the primary mode at 65%, followed by 16% by bus and 15% walking. Average motor vehicle ownership stands at 0.6 per dwelling, which is below the wider regional standard.
Only 9.7% of workers worked from home according to the 2021 Census, a figure potentially influenced by COVID-19 pandemic conditions. Across all transit lines, trip frequencies average 1,007 trips per day, providing roughly 176 weekly trips per individual stop.
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75.1% of residents in Phillip report no long-term health condition. 2.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 62.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of chronic illness and mortality statistics, Phillip registers favorable health metrics, with low rates of common medical conditions recorded across both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance uptake is notably high, covering approximately 63% of the resident population (4,736 people), compared to the national rate of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and asthma were identified as the primary health challenges in the area, affecting 9.5 and 7.6% of residents respectively, whereas 75.1% reported having no medical ailments, outperforming the Australian Capital Territory figure of 70.2%. Residents under the age of 65 experience better than average health outcomes.
Those aged 65 and over make up 8.1% of the population (609 people), below the 14.2% proportion observed across the Australian Capital Territory. Seniors in Phillip achieve particularly strong health ratings, recording national standings that surpass those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
45.6% of Phillip residents were born overseas and 41.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 86% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (19.3%) and Australian (15.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Phillip features significant cultural diversity, with 45.6% of the populace born abroad and 41.7% utilizing a non-English language at home. Christianity represents the leading religious affiliation, accounting for 35.9% of residents. The most noticeable deviation from regional patterns is in Hinduism, which represents 11.2% of local residents compared to the Australian Capital Territory benchmark of 4.8%. Looking at ancestral background based on parental birthplace, the three most common ancestries in Phillip are English at 19.3%, Other at 18.8% (exceeding the regional benchmark of 12.2%), and Australian at 15.9% (below the regional level of 23.0%).
Other demographic segments also show distinct variance from broader norms: Filipino residents comprise 4.8% of the local population versus 1.2% regionally, Korean ancestry stands at 1.3% compared to 0.6%, and Spanish ancestry accounts for 0.9% against 0.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Phillip is 32, younger than 90% of areas nationally. 46.2% 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 demographic profile of Phillip is oriented heavily toward younger adults before family formation. AreaSearch figures for August 2026 place 54.3% of the populace in the young to middle aged adult band (25 - 44), compared to 32.8% throughout the Australian Capital Territory, while young adults and children (0 - 24) represent 21.8% against a regional benchmark of 31.4%. As of August 2026, the estimated median age is 32, matching the 2021 Census figure and sitting 3 years younger than the Australian Capital Territory median of 35 recorded at that Census, as well as below the national Census median of 38.
By 2041, the largest numerical gain is anticipated in the young to middle aged adult cohort, adding 1,386 residents (34%) to reach 5,474. In percentage terms, retirees and elderly residents (65+) will experience the fastest growth, expanding by 91% to 1,163 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Phillip
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month all 21 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 2,136 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (5,197 at the 2021 Census → 7,528 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 Aug 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 (SAL80110). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.