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Port Adelaide has an estimated 2,410 residents, up from 1,338 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,072 people, or 80.1%. Growth has averaged 12.8% a year over five years, faster than 99% of areas nationally. 258 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 56.0% of that increase. That puts 510 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 the analysis of demographic updates from the ABS for the broader region and recent address validations conducted by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Port Adelaide has a population estimated to be approximately 2,410 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 1,072 people (80.1%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 1,338 residents. The calculation is based on an estimated resident population of 2,407 determined by AreaSearch from the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025), coupled with an extra 258 validated new addresses since the Census date.
With this population level, the density stands at 509 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per resident and capacity for additional development. The growth rate of 80.1% since the 2021 census outstripped both the state (7.5%) and the wider SA4 region, positioning the suburb of Port Adelaide as a regional leader in expansion. The population increase was mainly powered by arrivals from abroad, which represented roughly 56.00000000000001% of all demographic gains in recent times, though other sources like interstate moves and natural increase also registered positive gains. Projections established by ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2 sector, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year, are utilized by AreaSearch. In instances where SA2 regions lack this data, and for the years after 2032, regional and LGA projections categorized by age from the SA State Government, published in 2023 and utilizing 2021 data, are applied via a weighted aggregation method of population growth translating LGA statistics to SA2 levels. Regarding future demographic shifts, a growth rate exceeding the national median is anticipated, with the area projected to add 300 residents by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level figures, indicating a rise of 12.3% in total over the 16 years.
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204 new dwellings have been approved in Port Adelaide over the past five years, an average of 40 a year. That places the area in the 94th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 17 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 45 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 51% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 82, 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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Analysis by AreaSearch of building approvals registered by the ABS for this statistical sector shows that the suburb of Port Adelaide averages roughly 40 residential approvals annually, with an estimated total of 204 dwellings approved during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 76 so far in FY-26. Because an average of 5.3 residents relocated to the area for every finished home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand is outrunning building activity, which generally elevates prices and heightens buyer rivalry, while new residential projects present an average value of $363,000—slightly above regional averages—pointing to a focus on higher-quality development.
Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $7.7 million during this financial year, showing that business-oriented construction has not been the primary focus. Relative to Greater Adelaide, the suburb of Port Adelaide records 187.0% more construction projects per person, giving purchasers wider options. This metric is far higher than the national standard, indicating that developers have strong trust in the area. Recent building permits show that single-family houses represent 51.0% of projects while townhouses or units make up 49.0%, showing an increasing selection of medium-density properties that span different pricing levels, from conventional homes to cheaper, compact choices. Notably, developers are constructing traditional houses at a higher rate than the baseline profile indicates (28.0% at Census), showing that demand for detached family homes remains robust despite density trends. There are approximately 35 residents for each residential approval, showing a growing market. Long-term forecasts indicate the suburb of Port Adelaide will add 297 residents by 2041 (calculating from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release). Based on current construction paces, the incoming housing inventory is poised to satisfy demand, ensuring favorable buying environments and potentially backing 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 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Port Adelaide, worth an estimated $448 million. A further 7 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.04 billion. 6 are already under construction and 6 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and tourism. 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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Developments in public infrastructure, major projects, and local planning guidelines are primary drivers of neighborhood change. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 11 initiatives likely to influence the local area. Significant undertakings include Dock One, Our Port, Quest Hotel Port Adelaide (Second Quest), Large Retail Precinct, and the Port Civic Precinct project, with the following index presenting the details most relevant to local stakeholders.
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Quest Hotel Port Adelaide (Second Quest) and Large Retail Precinct
This significant redevelopment by One SMG (Neville Smith Group) features a second $35 million Quest Hotel apartment complex at 10-12 North Parade, providing 88-90 serviced guest suites with river views, gym, and conference facilities. Complementing the hotel is a large-format retail and commercial hub at 271 Commercial Road, spanning approximately 5,860 sqm. The precinct focuses on urban renewal, adaptive reuse of heritage elements like Customs House, and improved pedestrian connectivity to the Port River waterfront.Construction on the retail component is scheduled to commence around late 2025/early 2026 following development approval in August 2025.
Dock One
Major waterfront masterplanned community at Port Adelaide by Kite Projects, incorporating Dock One stages and Dock One North. The precinct includes about 750 townhouses and apartments, landscaped waterfront promenades, park links, 23,500 sqm of green open space, a completed pedestrian bridge, a community plaza and the adaptive reuse of the former Marine and Harbours Building as a boutique hotel. Current official updates indicate Dock One North is now selling, construction is underway on the residential stages, the bridge and plaza are complete, and demolition works have commenced for the hotel component.
Our Port
Port Adelaide will be a place of discovery, energy, culture and diversity - an eclectic, vibrant reflection of the South Australian character more broadly. The project is a renewal effort to rejuvenate Port Adelaide, aiming to create a vibrant, diverse area with 2,000-4,000 homes and 4,000-8,000 people.
Divett and Timpson Street Townhouses, Port Adelaide
Development opportunity for up to 10 townhouses in a state heritage area of Port Adelaide, strategically located near the Port River and the AUKUS project at Osborne, aiming to contribute to the area's residential and commercial revitalization.
Port Civic Precinct project
A significant redevelopment project aimed at creating a vibrant heart for Port Adelaide. The plan involves transforming the Civic Area Precinct to support business, culture, and community life. It will integrate flexible multi-purpose meeting and event spaces, public libraries, community and sport centres, and the Town Hall, designed with environmentally sustainable principles.
West Lakes Shore Masterplan Residential Release
Renewal SA's West Lakes Shore residential land release is in its final delivery stages, creating around 120 waterfront residential allotments with new public open space, landscaped reserves and upgraded local infrastructure. Civil works and home construction continue across the remaining stages.
Novo West Lakes Stage 2
Novo West Lakes is a master-planned community situated on the former SA Water wastewater treatment site. Developed by Potentia, the project delivers up to 500 residential properties including townhouses, houses, and land lots, alongside around 3 hectares of public open spaces and a proposed retail precinct on Frederick Road. Earthworks and civil works for Stage 2 (Parkside) are underway, and the overall completion is estimated for mid-2027.
Customs House Precinct Revival
A $20 million makeover project aimed at transforming the historic Customs House precinct into a premier tourist destination. It involves repurposing iconic landmarks to create a vibrant community space with function, studio, and gallery areas, retail outlets, and diverse dining options, including an alfresco area and brauhaus, complemented by open spaces and greenery.
1,402 residents of Port Adelaide are employed, from a labour force of 1,543. Unemployment sits at 9.1%, with participation at 71.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% 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 6,482, about 2.7 times 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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The suburb of Port Adelaide maintains a skilled labor pool, with a strong presence of essential service occupations, an unemployment rate of 9.1%, and an estimated job growth rate of 21.3% over the prior year, based on AreaSearch compilation of regional statistical data. As of March 2026, there are 1,402 working residents, whereas the local unemployment rate is 5.3% higher than the Greater Adelaide figure of 3.8%, pointing to potential improvement, and participation in the labor force is typical (71.5% compared to Greater Adelaide's 66.6%). According to Census records, a minor share of 11.8% of workers performed their duties from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.
Resident employment is heavily weighted toward public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The locality displays a prominent specialization in public administration & safety, where the proportion of jobs is 1.9 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance is underrepresented, accounting for 13.4% of jobs compared to 17.7% across the region. With 4.0 workers per resident, measured during the Census, the locality serves as a employment center, containing more jobs than working residents and drawing commuters from neighboring suburbs. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from surrounding statistical zones, over the 12 months to March 2026, employment figures climbed by 21.3% while the labor pool expanded by 15.7%, which led to a decrease in unemployment of 4.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Adelaide registered employment expansion of 4.2%, labor force expansion of 4.0%, and a decline in unemployment of 0.2 percentage points. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context regarding future demand trends within the suburb of Port Adelaide. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. While national jobs are projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expected changes vary greatly by sector. Applying these industry forecasts to the local employment distribution suggests that jobs in the suburb of Port Adelaide are projected to rise by 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years (note that this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Port Adelaide is $1,230 a week (about $64,000 a year), with median personal income at $754 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $58,414 a year against an average of $64,036. 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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According to the compilation by AreaSearch of the most recent postcode level data from the ATO for financial year 2023, the suburb of Port Adelaide recorded a median taxpayer income of $58,414 alongside an average income of $64,036. These figures fall below the national average and compare to levels of $54,808 and $66,852 across Greater Adelaide. Factoring in Wage Price Index expansion of 10.17% since financial year 2023, contemporary valuations are estimated to be roughly $64,355 (median) and $70,548 (average) as of March 2026. Census results show that household earnings are positioned at the 15th percentile, whereas personal earnings are stronger at the 39th percentile.
In terms of distribution, the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common, accounting for 27.4% of residents (660 people), which is close to the regional level of 31.8%. Pressures related to housing costs are high, leaving residents with only 79.4% of their income, which sits at the 12th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Port Adelaide had 637 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 29% detached houses and 10% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 56% rented and 21% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $293 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,672 a month. Rent absorbs 23.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 31.4%. 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 housing types in the suburb of Port Adelaide, as recorded during the recent Census, was composed of 28.5% detached homes and 71.4% other dwellings (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative structures), which contrasts with the Greater Adelaide split of 75.2% detached homes and 24.9% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in the suburb of Port Adelaide was lower than the metropolitan rate at 20.9%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (23.4%) or occupied by tenants (55.7%). The median monthly home loan payment in the area was higher than the metro average at $1,672, whereas the median weekly rent stood at $293, compared to Greater Adelaide's $1,562 and $320.
On a national level, mortgage costs in the suburb of Port Adelaide are notably below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also much lower than the national standard of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Port Adelaide counted 637 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,147 today, averaging 1.9 people each. 11% are couples with children, fewer than in 97% of areas nationally, against 26% couples without children. 44% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 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 50.7%, consisting of couples with children at 11.3%, couples without children at 26.2%, and single-parent homes at 11.3%. Non-family households represent the remaining 49.3%, with single-person households at 43.5% and group share households at 5.8%. The average household size is 1.9 people, which is smaller than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
25.0% of adults in Port Adelaide hold a university qualification, including 17.0% with a bachelor degree and 5.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 87% of areas nationally. A further 24.8% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment levels in the suburb of Port Adelaide are lower than regional averages, as 25.0% of residents aged 15+ have obtained a university degree compared to 30.4% across Australia. This difference suggests opportunities for future learning and skill development. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 17.0%, with postgraduate degrees at 5.0% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Vocational qualifications are common, with 36.5% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (24.8%). Enrollment rates in study programs are high, with 25.4% of residents currently registered in academic courses.
This group includes 6.8% studying in primary schools, 6.5% attending higher education institutions, and 6.0% enrolled in secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Port Adelaide reaches 36 stops on 26 routes, timetabled for about 2,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. 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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An assessment of public transit indicates there are 36 operational transport stops within the suburb of Port Adelaide, including both rail and bus facilities. These transit points are linked by 26 separate routes, which combine to support 2,191 weekly passenger journeys. Transit connectivity is classed as outstanding, with residents living an average of 186 meters away from their nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the locality, the majority of workers travel outside the area for employment, with private cars remaining the primary option for 81% of commuters, while 8% walk and 5% take the train.
Car ownership stands at an average of 0.9 vehicles per household, which is lower than the metropolitan standard. A relatively small proportion of residents work from home, at 11.8% (2021 Census; potentially influenced by pandemic circumstances). Transit service schedules show an average of 313 journeys per day across all routes, which corresponds to roughly 60 weekly journeys per transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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62.1% of residents in Port Adelaide report no long-term health condition. 7.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 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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The suburb of Port Adelaide faces notable healthcare difficulties, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and the occurrence of chronic illnesses, with common conditions widely distributed across both younger and older age brackets, while the rate of private health insurance coverage is slightly above the typical SA2 average, at approximately 52% of the population (~1,260 people). The most frequent health issues reported by residents were mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 10.8 and 9.5% of the population. Conversely, 62.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
The population of working age experiences considerable health difficulties, with higher rates of long-term conditions. Senior residents aged 65 and over make up 19.5% of the population (469 people). Health profiles for these older residents present some difficulties, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
25.2% of Port Adelaide residents were born overseas and 14.3% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.7%) and Australian (22.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Port Adelaide exhibits higher cultural diversity than average, with 14.3% of residents communicating in a language other than English at home and 25.2% born in another country. The predominant religion is Christianity, accounting for 40.4% of residents. However, the most pronounced overrepresentation relative to regional norms is found in Islam, which accounts for 2.9% of residents, compared to 3.0% across Greater Adelaide. In terms of parent country of birth, the three most common ancestries in the suburb of Port Adelaide are English at 29.7%, Australian at 22.7%, and Other at 8.3%.
In addition, there are notable variations in the proportions of other groups: Russian ancestry is overrepresented at 0.9% of the population (compared to 0.3% regionally), Welsh ancestry is at 0.8% (compared to 0.6%), and Serbian ancestry is at 0.6% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Port Adelaide is 44, older than 80% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 27.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 44 years in the suburb of Port Adelaide is higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and well above the Australian median of 38. Compared to metropolitan Adelaide, the 55 - 64 age group has a larger representation (14.5% locally), whereas children aged 5 - 14 are less common (8.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the local demographic profile has become younger, with the median age falling 1.1 years from 45 to 44. Notably, the share of residents aged 35 to 44 rose from 13.5% to 15.8%.
In contrast, the 55 to 64 bracket decreased from 17.7% to 14.5%, and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 14.5% to 12.9%. Projections for the year 2041 indicate significant age shifts for the suburb of Port Adelaide. The cohort aged 75 to 84 is expected to expand, increasing by 81 people (65%) from 125 to 207. On the other hand, the populations of children aged 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 will decrease.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Port Adelaide
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 8 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 258 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,338 at the 2021 Census → 2,410 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 (SAL41187). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.