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Pialba has an estimated 4,444 residents, up from 4,151 at the 2021 Census — a change of 293 people, or 7.1%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years. 115 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 84.0% of that increase. That puts 898 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 investigations of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, Pialba's population is estimated at around 4,444 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 293 people (7.1%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 4,151 people. This shift is deduced from the resident population of 4,444, calculated by AreaSearch after reviewing the most recent ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 115 verified new addresses since the Census date. This population level corresponds to a density ratio of 897 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical values observed across places evaluated by AreaSearch.
Throughout the last decade, Pialba has shown steady growth trends with a 1.7% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the SA4 region. Population expansion for the area was chiefly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 84.0% of total population increases during recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 using 2022 as the anchor year. For any SA2 regions lacking this data, and for periods after 2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections, published in 2023 and utilizing 2021 data, are implemented. Note that these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age brackets; consequently, where used, AreaSearch distributes growth weightings proportionally based on the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data) for each age cohort. Looking ahead at demographic developments, a population rise slightly under the median of Australia's non-metropolitan areas is anticipated, with the area projected to grow by 199 persons to 2041 based on compiled SA2-level projections, representing a total increase of 4.5% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
154 new dwellings have been approved in Pialba over the past five years, an average of 30 a year. That places the area in the 53rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 32 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 94% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 54, 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 evaluations of ABS building approval statistics, allocated from regional data, Pialba has seen approximately 30 dwellings authorized for development annually, with an estimated 154 homes authorized over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 50 so far in FY-26. With an average of 2.1 new residents per year for each dwelling over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), indicating solid demand that should reinforce property values, new homes are being constructed at an average value of $370,000. There have also been $38.1 million in commercial authorizations this financial year, pointing to robust commercial development activity.
Relative to Rest of Qld, Pialba registers about 57% of the building activity per person, placing it in the 57th percentile of regions analyzed across the country. New construction activity consists of 94.0% detached homes and 6.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the traditional low-density profile of the area with an emphasis on family homes suitable for those wanting space. New construction concentrates on detached housing more than existing patterns indicate (64.0% at Census), showing persistent strong demand for family homes despite rising density pressures. With approximately 268 people for each dwelling approval, Pialba displays a developing market. Future forecasts point to Pialba adding 199 residents by 2041 (starting from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on existing construction trends, new housing supply should easily satisfy demand, presenting favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth beyond current forecasts.
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 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Pialba, worth an estimated $564 million. A further 25 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.88 billion. 10 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, tourism and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Few elements impact local real estate dynamics as much as changes to regional infrastructure, major works, and municipal planning strategies. In total, 12 developments have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to influence the area. Principal developments include Hervey Bay Community Hub, The Green Lifestyle Community, Liven Beach Road, and Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road Intersection Upgrade, with the following index detailing those likely to be of greatest relevance.
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Hervey Bay Community Hub
A $108.7 million five-storey civic development revitalising the Pialba city centre. The project features a new 3,650sqm two-level library, a Council Administration Centre, and a Disaster Resilience Centre. It includes community meeting rooms, creative spaces, a large outdoor public plaza for events, and underground parking. As of May 2026, the building structure is complete with the tower crane Hercules removed in February. Works are now focused on internal fit-out, facade cleaning, and 3.6 million dollars in surrounding road and footpath upgrades.The hub is scheduled to open in the second half of 2026.
The Green Hervey Bay
A 47 hectare master planned residential lifestyle community proposed for Dundowran Beach near Hervey Bay. The scheme includes five gated over 55s lifestyle villages, four premium residential estates, an aged care facility, commercial and recreational precincts, clubhouses, medical facilities and green technology features. Council records show active approvals for Stage 1 bulk earthworks and related reconfiguration approvals, with no clear public evidence that full village construction has commenced.
Pialba Supported Accommodation Complex
Queensland Government supported accommodation project providing 26 temporary accommodation places for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Pialba. The project forms part of the 2025-26 Budget housing program and the wider delivery of more than 290 social and community homes across the Wide Bay-Burnett region. Construction is scheduled to commence following planning and procurement.
Radisson Hotel and SunLife Hervey Bay (The Jewel)
Mixed-use proposal in Hervey Bay City Centre comprising a 10-storey Radisson Hotel with 152 rooms, wellness centre, conference facilities, restaurant and bar, alongside a 16-storey over-50s freehold apartment tower branded SunLife with approximately 150 dwellings, and a food and retail precinct. Fraser Coast Regional Council accepted a conditional $5 million tender from HBC Build Australia and is negotiating a development lease agreement. Council retains land ownership until contract conditions are met, and the project must still complete the development application and assessment process.SunLife is actively running expressions of interest ahead of the formal DA lodgement and apartment sales release.
Watson Street Apartment Complex
A proposed five-storey residential apartment complex comprising 56 apartments with 95 car spaces in the heart of Pialba, Hervey Bay. The development site is located in a growing coastal suburb, just one street back from the Esplanade and within walking distance to beaches, shops, and local amenities. The project aims to address the increasing demand for quality residential accommodation in Hervey Bay's expanding market.
HBC Build Australia Mixed-Use Development
A transformative mixed-use precinct in Hervey Bay City Centre featuring a 10-storey Radisson Hotel with 152 rooms and a 16-storey Sunlife over 50s vertical village comprising 150 luxury apartments. The development integrates a wellness centre, high-end retail, and a food precinct, designed to revitalise the Pialba principal activity centre.
Liven Beach Road
Liven Beach Road is an over-50s luxury land lease lifestyle resort community in Urraween, Hervey Bay[cite: 1]. The development features 132 architecturally designed modern homes along with extensive shared resort amenities including a clubhouse, swimming pool, bowling greens, cinema, gym, and pickleball courts[cite: 1].
Pialba Caravan Park Redevelopment
A $10.5 million project to revitalise the Pialba Caravan Park. The upgrade includes replacing underground services, improving internal roads and landscaping, building a new camp kitchen and BBQ area, installing new toilet and shower facilities, and creating a new recreation zone. The project will bring the park up to modern standards and better meet the needs of today's travellers.
1,663 residents of Pialba are employed, from a labour force of 1,747. Unemployment sits at 4.8%, with participation at 45.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,231, about 118% 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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Pialba is characterized by a balanced labor force spanning white and blue collar jobs, with essential services industries well represented, an unemployment rate of 4.8%, and 5.7% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on AreaSearch compilations of regional data. As of March 2026, 1,663 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.9% higher than Regional Qld's rate of 3.9%, and workforce participation is notably lower (45.2% compared to Regional Qld's 64.3%). According to Census responses, a low 8.0% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown restrictions should be kept in mind.
Employment among residents is concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food. The region shows particularly strong specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share of 1.7 times the regional level. On the other hand, agriculture, forestry & fishing has limited presence with 0.5% employment compared to 4.5% regionally. The ratio of 0.7 workers for each resident, as of the Census, indicates a level of local employment opportunities above the typical standard. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, compiled from broader statistical areas, during the year to March 2026, employment levels rose by 5.7% and the labor force grew by 2.8%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 2.6 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld recorded employment growth of 0.1%, labor force growth of 0.3%, with unemployment climbing by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further perspective on potential future demand in Pialba. These projections, covering five and ten-year intervals, have been matched against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Pialba's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.8% over ten years (note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Pialba is $932 a week (about $48,000 a year), with median personal income at $529 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $41,290 a year against an average of $51,913. 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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AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 reveals that income in the suburb of Pialba is lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $41,290 while the average income stands at $51,913. This contrasts to Regional Qld's figures of a median income of $53,146 and an average income of $66,593. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $45,981 (median) and $57,810 (average) as of March 2026. Census data reveals household, family and personal incomes in Pialba all fall between the 1st and 5th percentiles nationally.
Income brackets indicate the $400 - 799 bracket dominates with 33.9% of residents (1,506 people), unlike trends regional levels where 31.7% fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 range. The concentration of 43.0% in sub-$800 weekly brackets highlights economic challenges facing a significant portion of the community. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 79.6% of income remaining, ranking at the 3rd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Pialba had 1,826 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 64% detached houses and 6% apartments. 19% are owned with a mortgage, 43% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $310 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 33.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 32.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling structure within Pialba, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 64.0% houses and 36.1% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Regional Qld's 76.4% houses and 23.6% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within Pialba was well beyond that of Regional Qld, at 38.1%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (18.6%) or rented (43.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well below the Regional Qld average at $1,300, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $310, compared to Regional Qld's $1,655 and $345.
Nationally, Pialba's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Pialba counted 1,826 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,955 today, averaging 2.1 people each. 14% are couples with children, fewer than in 95% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 37% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the majority at 58.5% of all households, consisting of 14.3% couples with children, 28.1% couples without children, and 15.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 41.5%, with single person households at 36.9% and group households representing 4.3% of the total. The median household size of 2.1 people is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
16.4% of adults in Pialba hold a university qualification, including 12.1% with a bachelor degree and 2.9% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 89% of areas nationally. A further 30.3% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,716 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 934 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 locality experiences educational challenges, with university qualification levels (16.4%) significantly below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a hurdle and a chance for focused educational strategies. Bachelor degrees are most common at 12.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.4%). Trade and technical qualifications are prominent, with 39.7% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (9.4%) and certificates (30.3%). Participation in study is notably high, with 25.0% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.7% in primary school, 7.6% in high school, and 2.9% pursuing higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Pialba reaches 22 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 350 services a week. The typical home sits about 360 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 0.9 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of transit options indicates 22 active transit stops operate within Pialba, consisting of a mix of bus services. These stops are served by 8 separate routes, which combine to offer 347 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is classified as favorable, with residents generally positioned 355 meters from the closest boarding point. Being a predominantly residential area, the majority of working residents travel outside the suburb, with private cars representing the primary mode at 88%, and 6% of commuters traveling on foot. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 0.9 per household, trailing the regional median.
A relatively small 8.0% of local workers conduct their jobs from home, as recorded during the 2021 Census, which may be a reflection of pandemic-related restrictions. Service frequency averages 49 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 15 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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55.1% of residents in Pialba report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 93% of areas nationally. 11.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.0 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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Significant health issues are apparent across Pialba, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, with a range of health issues having distinct impacts on both younger and older age brackets, and the rate of private health cover found to be very low at approximately 48% of the total population (~2,123 people). This compares to 52.5% across Regional Qld. The national average is 55.7%. The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 12.6 and 11.1% of residents, respectively, while 55.1% declared themselves as completely free of medical ailments compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
The working-age population faces notable health challenges with elevated chronic condition rates. The area has 31.3% of residents aged 65 and over (1,390 people), which is higher than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Pialba is largely Australian-born, at 79.8% of residents, with 6.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.8%) and Australian (27.2%). 4.4% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Pialba was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 87.1% of its population being citizens, 79.8% born in Australia, and 93.5% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Pialba was found to be Christianity, which makes up 51.9% of people in Pialba. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld. In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Pialba are English, comprising 31.8% of the population, Australian, comprising 27.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.4% of the population.
Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: New Zealand is notably overrepresented at 1.0% of Pialba (vs 0.9% regionally), German at 5.1% (vs 4.7%) and Welsh at 0.7% (vs 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Pialba is 50, older than 91% of areas nationally. 19.2% 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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Pialba's median age of 50 years stands materially older than Regional Qld's 41 and is significantly higher than the Australian median of 38. The age profile shows 75 - 84 year-olds are particularly prominent (12.4%), while the 35 - 44 group is comparatively smaller (9.6%) than in Regional Qld. This 75 - 84 concentration is well above the national 6.1%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 10.6% to 12.4% of the population, while the 85+ cohort increased from 2.7% to 3.9%. Conversely, the 65 to 74 cohort has declined from 17.0% to 15.0% and the 5 to 14 group dropped from 10.8% to 9.5%.
Demographic modeling suggests Pialba's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 85+ age cohort is projected to expand considerably, expanding by 97 people (56%) from 173 to 271. Senior residents (65+) will drive 64% of population growth, underscoring demographic aging trends. Meanwhile, both 55 to 64 and 5 to 14 age groups will see reduced numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Pialba
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 7 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jun 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 — 115 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,151 at the 2021 Census → 4,444 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 (SAL32307). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.