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Pimpama has an estimated 32,662 residents, up from 24,601 at the 2021 Census — a change of 8,061 people, or 32.8%. Growth has averaged 7.7% a year over five years, faster than 95% of areas nationally. 1,141 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 69.0% of that increase. That puts 798 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 statistics for the surrounding region, combined with fresh locations verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Pimpama has an estimated residency of approximately 32,662 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 8,061 people (32.8%) from the 24,601 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. The calculation is derived from a resident headcount of 32,176, calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS demographic update from June 2025 alongside an additional 1,141 verified new locations since the Census. Such a population size translates to a density of 798 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical rates across localities analyzed by AreaSearch.
The suburb of Pimpama outpaced the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national benchmark with its 32.8% growth rate, positioning it as a frontrunner for expansion in the territory. This upward trend was chiefly propelled by arrivals from other states, who made up approximately 69.0% of the overall population gains, though natural increase and overseas arrivals also contributed positively. AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia long-term outlooks for each SA2 zone, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 zones missing from this dataset, or for horizons beyond 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and grounded in 2021 statistics are substituted. These state-level models omit specific age divisions; consequently, AreaSearch allocates growth shares across age cohorts using weightings from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections based on 2022 benchmarks. Anticipating future demographic patterns, a substantial expansion within the upper quarter of non-metropolitan zones across Australia is expected, with the suburb of Pimpama projected to gain 11,570 residents by 2041 under combined SA2 forecasts, representing a 33.9% climb over the 16 years.
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1,957 new dwellings have been approved in Pimpama over the past five years, an average of 391 a year. That places the area in the 99th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 12 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 308 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 50% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 166, 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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Evaluations by AreaSearch regarding ABS building permits apportioned from regional figures show that Pimpama averaged roughly 391 residential approvals yearly, amounting to approximately 1,957 new residences over the last 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, there have been 153 residential permits logged. Because an average of 5.1 additional people moved to the locality for every completed residence between FY-21 and FY-25, construction is lagging behind local requirements, which typically intensifies buyer rivalry and elevates prices, with new residences constructed at an average cost of $339,000, consistent with wider regional patterns.
Furthermore, commercial permits worth $15.1 million have been documented in the current financial year, pointing to steady business-related construction. Relative to the Rest of Qld, Pimpama exhibits 66.0% greater building activity per resident, giving purchasers a wider selection despite a recent moderation in construction pacing. This volume is considerably above the national level, indicating high developer optimism in the area. Newly approved residential options consist of 50.0% stand-alone houses and 50.0% townhouses or multi-unit dwellings. This orientation toward higher-density options provides lower-cost entry points and draws downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a clear shift from the current residential mix of 81.0% stand-alone houses, indicating a reduction in available land for subdivision while catering to modern lifestyles and budget considerations. Yielding approximately 147 people per approved permit, Pimpama displays the hallmarks of an expanding locality. Projecting forward, the local population is expected to increase by 11,084 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent quarterly calculation from AreaSearch. If current building rates persist, residential supply should satisfy local needs, providing prospective buyers with advantageous purchasing conditions and potentially paving the way for expansion that outstrips current predictions.
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AreaSearch tracks 17 current infrastructure and development projects inside Pimpama, worth an estimated $1.84 billion. A further 111 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $54.9 billion. 42 are already under construction and 46 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 initiatives, and development updates have a major impact on property market trends. AreaSearch has highlighted 38 projects that are likely to influence this location. Key developments include Home Focus Pimpama, Calli, Calli Upper Coomera, and the Pimpama - Yawalpah Road upgrade, with the following details covering the most significant items.
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Home Focus Pimpama
Home Focus Pimpama is a staged large-format retail, lifestyle, health and wellness precinct on Nexus Drive in Pimpama. The centre is anchored by Bunnings Warehouse, Officeworks, The Good Guys, fast-food and service-station uses, with health and wellness tenants including Hype Health Clubs, All Sports Physio, Nutrition Warehouse, Chemist Warehouse and Pimpama Family Medical. The latest completed precinct finished construction in December 2025, while The Northern Sun community club, a proposed dining and entertainment venue by Baycrown Property Group, Gold Coast Suns and Australian Venue Co, is currently under assessment by Gold Coast City Council.
Calli Upper Coomera
Premium master-planned land estate of 196 terraced homesites across six stages, ranging from 400sqm to 1,316sqm in the foothills of Upper Coomera. Features 53 diverse plant species, 4,446sqm of green space, a purpose-built playground and recreation areas with panoramic valley views. Conveniently located between Gold Coast and Brisbane with easy access to schools, shopping and transport. A new stage, Sora Place, has recently opened for registration. Sales and marketing managed by Oliver Hume.
Kasa Heights Estate
A masterplanned residential community in the northern Gold Coast growth corridor featuring 42 homesites across two stages. The development includes lots ranging from 400sqm to 1182sqm, a 1.39-acre nature reserve, community playground, and a proposed childcare centre. Stage 1 consists of 21 lots and Stage 2 consists of 20 lots, designed for turnkey building solutions.
King's Christian College Pimpama Campus Developments
Ongoing master-planned campus development at King's Christian College Pimpama on 40 acres in the northern Gold Coast. Completed phases include a 14-classroom primary school building (opened January 2025), a 2-storey high school building with 8 classrooms and 2 science labs (opened 2023), sports ovals with athletics facilities, a community centre forecourt, and a traffic light installation at the campus entrance. A second 2-storey high school building with 12 classrooms is due to open Term 2, 2026.The current active project is a new 3-storey high school building (construction commencing mid-April 2026) featuring a ground-floor reception and office space with 12 classrooms across levels 1 and 2. Future planned facilities include a performing arts and music complex, primary resource centre, central administration building, sports centre with indoor courts, and additional car parking.
Pimpama - Yawalpah Road upgrade
City of Gold Coast is upgrading Yawalpah Road at Pimpama to improve the connection between the M1 Exit 49 and Kerkin Road. The project converts the corridor from a two-lane rural road into a four- and five-lane urban arterial, including a new three-lane bridge over the Queensland Rail Gold Coast line and Old Pacific Highway, upgraded intersections, pedestrian crossings, bicycle lanes and more than 3km of shared path. The project remains under construction, with the overall City project scheduled from 2023 to 2026 and the Georgiou bridge works running to 2026.
Pimpama - Dixon Reserve Upgrade Yawalpah Road
City of Gold Coast is upgrading Dixon Reserve, a roughly 15 hectare natural area beside Gainsborough State School in Pimpama. The project aims to restore wetlands and native bushland, improve formal access with paths and a footbridge connection, add nature play, exercise and learning spaces, and support biodiversity and community connection to the reserve. Planning and design ran from 2023 to 2025, with construction scheduled for 2026 to 2027.
The Baileys Reserve
Boutique Upper Coomera residential community by SKF Development comprising 83 two-storey, three-bedroom townhomes on a 3.09 hectare Baileys Mountain Road site. The development is positioned near Highland Reserve lake and includes open-plan homes, landscaped communal areas, private outdoor spaces, and rehabilitated green space connections. Civil works have been progressing and the developer lists the project as under construction.
12-16 Old Pacific Highway Apartments, Pimpama
An 11-storey residential tower on a 2,249 sqm site adjacent to Pimpama Shopping Centre, comprising 60 apartments across one, two, and three-bedroom configurations including six NDIS units. The building height of 34.8m exceeds the mapped height limit and was approved via the city strategic framework height uplift provisions. Level 1 includes 366 sqm of communal recreational space featuring a pool, terrace, barbecue area, and gymnasium. A total of 85 car parking spaces are provided across ground level and a single basement.Designed by Miso Collective, the project responds to housing affordability and supply needs in the northern Gold Coast growth corridor, near the new Pimpama railway station.
17,439 residents of Pimpama are employed, from a labour force of 18,040. Unemployment sits at 3.3%, with participation at 73.9%. 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, 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 26,111, about 80% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Pimpama boasts a highly capable labor pool, where the building industry shows especially strong presence, an unemployment figure of just 3.3%, and projected job growth of 3.9% during the previous twelve months according to AreaSearch compilation of statistical district information. By March 2026, 17,439 locals are employed while joblessness sits 0.6% lower than the 3.9% recorded for Regional Qld, and labor force engagement exceeds typical levels at 73.9% versus 64.3% in the surrounding region. Census survey results indicate that only 11.7% of inhabitants perform remote work, although the lingering effects of the Covid-19 lockdown period should be taken into account when interpreting these figures.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are healthcare & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The local workforce is heavily represented in construction, which sits at 1.2 times the regional average. Conversely, agricultural, forestry & fishing enterprises employ only 0.4% of the local workforce, which is below the 4.5% rate seen across Regional Qld. Comparing the Census working population against resident totals suggests that local employment opportunities are somewhat scarce. AreaSearch assessment of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional sectors reveals that during the 12 months ending March 2026, the count of employed individuals rose by 3.9% while the total labor force grew by 3.5%, leading to a drop in unemployment of 0.4 percentage points. This differs from Regional Qld, which recorded a minor 0.1% increase in employment, a 0.3% rise in the overall labor force, and a 0.1 percentage point climb in unemployment. National employment outlooks from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional perspective on potential labor needs in Pimpama. These estimates, looking out over five and ten years, are aligned with the local workforce makeup to project future trends. Although national employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Mirroring these industry-specific projections onto the local employment profile indicates that local job counts could grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, noting this is a basic weighted projection for visualization and does not integrate localized population models.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Pimpama is $1,863 a week (about $97,000 a year), with median personal income at $856 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,575 a year against an average of $62,154. 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 calculations of the most recent postcode ATO statistics published for financial year 2023, tax-paying residents in the suburb of Pimpama recorded a median income of $52,575 and an average income of $62,154. These figures are below the national benchmarks and compare to median and average levels of $53,146 and $66,593 throughout Regional Qld. Factoring in a Wage Price Index expansion of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated values would reach approximately $58,548 for the median and $69,215 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual earnings in Pimpama center around the 58th percentile nationally.
Income brackets show 46.3% of residents (15,122 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which is higher than the regional proportion of 31.7% in this range. Residential expenses absorb 21.5% of total income, yet solid overall earnings keep net disposable funds at the 50th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the locality in the 4th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Pimpama had 7,642 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 81% detached houses and 1% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 58% rented and 10% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $440 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,978 a month, a total housing cost higher than 92% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 23.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of residential options in Pimpama at the time of the last Census consisted of 80.9% stand-alone houses and 19.1% alternative formats like townhouses, apartments, or other structures, compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% alternative formats across Regional Qld. Home ownership rates in Pimpama were below those of Regional Qld at 10.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with mortgages (32.1%) or tenants (57.8%). The median monthly home loan payment was higher than the Regional Qld average at $1,978, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $440, compared to regional levels of $1,655 and $345 respectively.
On a national scale, mortgage commitments in Pimpama exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are considerably higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Pimpama counted 7,642 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 10,146 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 76% of areas nationally, against 26% couples without children. 12% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 83.7%, which includes couples with children at 38.8%, couples without children at 26.2%, and single parents with children at 17.5%. The remaining 16.3% consist of non-family living arrangements, with lone person households representing 11.7% and group households making up 4.6% of the total. The median household occupancy of 3.0 people is larger than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
20.8% of adults in Pimpama hold a university qualification, including 14.2% with a bachelor degree and 4.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.6% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 5,303 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 999 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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Tertiary attainment rates in Pimpama are lower than regional averages, with 20.8% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference points to opportunities for training and educational development. Bachelor level degrees are the most common at 14.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.6%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational and trade qualification levels are high, with 43.3% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (13.7%) and certificates (29.6%). School enrollment is high, with 35.2% of residents currently undertaking formal education. This comprises 13.9% in primary schools, 7.9% in high schools, and 4.5% enrolled in higher education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Pimpama reaches 76 stops on 30 routes, timetabled for about 2,700 services a week. The typical home sits about 260 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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Public transit assessment shows there are 76 active stops within Pimpama, offering a combination of train and bus services. These stops are utilized by 30 separate routes, which combine to support 2,664 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 256 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is a residential area, the majority of workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice for 94% of trips. Average car ownership is 1.6 per household. A low proportion of 11.7% of residents worked from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Services run an average of 380 times per day across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 35 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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73.8% of residents in Pimpama report no long-term health condition. 4.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.7 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health measures indicate below-average outcomes for Pimpama, based on AreaSearch assessment of mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older cohorts, with private health coverage levels lower at approximately 52% of the population (~16,928 people). Mental health challenges and asthma are the most common medical conditions locally, affecting 9.5 and 8.6% of residents respectively, while 73.8% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health outcomes for residents under 65 are better than average. Residents aged 65 and over make up 8.4% of the population (2,743 people), which is lower than the Regional Qld average of 20.4%.
Health outcomes among older residents present challenges, with national rankings aligning closely with the general public.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
31.7% of Pimpama residents were born overseas and 16.9% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.2%) and Australian (24.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Pimpama exhibits higher cultural diversity than most equivalent local markets, with 16.9% of the population communicating in a language other than English at home and 31.7% born in another country. Christianity is the dominant religion, accounting for 38.8% of residents. The most noticeable variation is in the category of Other, which accounts for 3.3% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. Looking at parent birthplaces, the three largest ancestry groups are English at 27.2%, Australian at 24.4%, and Other at 10.1%. Significant differences also exist for other cultural groups: Maori heritage is highly represented at 4.6% of the population (compared to 0.8% regionally), New Zealand heritage is at 2.2% (compared to 0.9% regionally), and Samoan heritage is at 1.1% (compared to 0.2% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Pimpama is 29, younger than 98% of areas nationally. 34.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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Having a median age of 29, the suburb of Pimpama has a younger profile than Regional Qld, which has a median age of 41, and sits below the national figure of 38 years. Relative to Regional Qld, the suburb of Pimpama has a high proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (21.5%) but fewer individuals aged 55 - 64 (6.0%). The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is also above the national rate of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has grown from 15.1% to 18.1% of the population, whereas the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 16.7% to 14.9% and the 0 to 4 age group has fallen from 10.8% to 9.2%.
Population projections for 2041 point to significant changes, with the 25 to 34 cohort expected to grow by 38%, adding 2,690 residents to reach a total of 9,713.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Pimpama
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 17 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 1,141 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (24,601 at the 2021 Census → 32,662 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 (SAL32318). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.