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Rapid Creek has an estimated 3,564 residents, up from 3,261 at the 2021 Census — a change of 303 people, or 9.3%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 68.0% of that increase. That puts 1,856 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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As of Aug 2026, demographic analysis of broader regional updates from the ABS combined with geocoded address records verified by AreaSearch indicates that the suburb of Rapid Creek has an estimated population of approximately 3,564. Compared to the 3,261 residents recorded during the 2021 Census, this marks an expansion of 303 people, or 9.3%. AreaSearch derived this 3,564 resident count by evaluating the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside an intake of 1 validated new addresses following the census. With a population density of 1,856 persons per square kilometer, the locality exceeds typical nationwide benchmarks.
Furthermore, the 9.3% post-census growth rate in the suburb of Rapid Creek closely tracks the broader national benchmark of 9.5%, sitting within 0.2 percentage points of it. Inbound international migration served as the core driver of local expansion, accounting for roughly 68.0% of recent population additions. Population projections utilized by AreaSearch incorporate joint ABS and Geoscience Australia modelling published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline for local SA2 zones. For unmapped territories and the forecast window beyond 2032, cohort-based expansion rates from the ABS Greater Capital Region series (issued in 2023 utilizing 2022 figures) are applied. Looking ahead, the suburb of Rapid Creek is slated to outpace the national median for population gains, with aggregated SA2 modelling pointing to an increase of 475 persons by 2041, representing a cumulative rise of 13.3% across the 16 years.
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Building approval metrics compiled by AreaSearch from ABS statistical collections indicate that annual residential approvals have averaged roughly 2 dwellings locally, totalling an estimated 11 residences over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 1 recorded to date in FY-25. Across those past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), an average of 8.7 incoming residents arrived for each home constructed, pointing to a noticeable structural undersupply that typically fuels buyer demand and upward price movement. Furthermore, an average expected construction cost of $650,000 per dwelling demonstrates an emphasis on upper-tier residential stock, while commercial approvals registered $49,000 this financial year, underscoring the distinctly residential character of the precinct.
Dwelling construction per capita in the locality tracks 73.0% below the Greater Darwin benchmark, reflecting subdued development activity that often bolsters values for existing dwellings. This subdued volume also falls short of the national average, signalling a mature suburban fabric alongside probable regulatory constraints. Detached houses comprise the entirety of recent residential projects, preserving the low-density family appeal of the suburb. Even though separate houses represented 41.0% at Census, builders are prioritising this traditional typology to meet ongoing buyer interest in standalone family residences. A ratio of approximately 1743 people per approval further highlights the settled, established status of the community. According to the latest quarterly forecasts from AreaSearch, local residential numbers are anticipated to rise by 475 persons by 2041. If prevailing construction volumes remain unchanged, the resulting lag between new dwelling supply and demographic growth is poised to heighten market competition and support property values.
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AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Rapid Creek, worth an estimated $80 million. A further 5 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $233 million. 4 are already under construction and 3 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, communities and sports & recreation. 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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Strategic civic investments and capital works exert a substantial influence on regional growth. AreaSearch has highlighted 4 specific infrastructure programs relevant to the locality. These include the Social Housing Accelerator Payment (SHAP) - Greater Darwin / Nightcliff, CDU - Centre for Better Health Futures, John Stokes Square Redevelopment, and the Royal Darwin Hospital Mental Health Inpatient Unit and CSSD Upgrade.
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Social Housing Accelerator Payment (SHAP) - Greater Darwin / Nightcliff
The Australian Government committed $50 million to deliver up to 100 new social and accessible homes across the Northern Territory under the Social Housing Accelerator Payment (SHAP). The NT Government is delivering the program, with homes built to adaptable standards to suit seniors and people with mobility issues. In the Top End, the first 8 homes across Rapid Creek, Tiwi and Wanguri were completed in July 2025 by C&R Constructions. A further 6 Top End homes are due to commence October 2025 with completion by mid-2026.Concurrent construction is underway in Katherine East (9 homes), Tennant Creek (3 homes) and Alice Springs (6 homes), all targeting mid-2026 completion.
Sea Breeze Apartments
Sea Breeze is a six storey residential and commercial development on the corner of Progress Drive and Dick Ward Drive in Coconut Grove, on the fringe of the Nightcliff Commercial Precinct in Darwin. The project comprises 92 apartments (a mix of two and three bedroom layouts across ten floorplans) above two levels of underground parking, plus around 700 sqm of ground floor commercial and retail space. Originally designed in 2015, construction was halted in 2016 when the NT property market downturn hit, with only the basement car parks and ground floor commercial level completed at that time.Builder and developer Sunbuild restarted works on site in 2023 following a renewed period of growth in the Territory economy, and the project is currently under construction and selling off the plan.
Nightcliff Village Masterplan
City of Darwin is delivering the Nightcliff Village Masterplan through staged public realm upgrades to revitalise the village centre. Stage 1 streetscape beautification was completed in November 2024, including upgraded pedestrian access, new trees, lighting, stormwater improvements, public art and laneway enhancements. Additional stages will progressively deliver further landscaping, seating, shade, artwork and public space improvements.
Nightcliff Sports Club Master Plan
A conceptual master plan by Rossi Architects for the redevelopment of the Nightcliff Sports Club precinct in Darwin's northern suburbs. The club is home to lawn bowls greens, a bistro, bars and gaming facilities, and supports affiliated Darwin sporting clubs including Nightcliff Bowls, Nightcliff Football (Tigers), Nightcliff Cricket, Nightcliff Netball and others. The master plan sets out a long-term vision for upgraded clubhouse and recreational facilities, distinct from the separately funded City of Darwin-led Nightcliff Oval changeroom project next door.No development application or construction timeline has been confirmed publicly.
Royal Darwin Hospital Mental Health Inpatient Unit and CSSD Upgrade
Construction of a new three-storey mental health inpatient facility providing acute inpatient beds and a Stabilisation Assessment and Referral Area (SARA). The facility connects to the Emergency Department via an elevated enclosed walkway, with internal fitouts currently progressing toward completion. The project also encompasses upgrades to the Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) to meet modern reprocessing standards and clinical safety requirements.
Anuhla Apartments Nightcliff
4800m2 of deck Formwork and concrete placement to 5 storey High rise apartment block.
John Stokes Square Redevelopment
The John Stokes Square redevelopment in Nightcliff has transformed an aging public housing estate into a mixed use social housing and community precinct. Delivered by the Northern Territory Government, the project provides a new Nightcliff Police Station, 78 purpose built social housing units for seniors and people living with disability, improved public open space and landscaping, and a pedestrian friendly link between Nightcliff Village and Nightcliff Shopping Centre.
Casuarina Aquatic and Leisure Centre
A new $26.8 million aquatic and leisure centre in Casuarina, featuring an 8-lane 50m pool, a resort-style lagoon pool, a learn-to-swim pool, wet and dry play areas, a cafe, BBQ facilities, a gymnasium, and a basketball 3-on-3 court. The project was funded by the City of Darwin and the Australian Government.
2,196 residents of Rapid Creek are employed, from a labour force of 2,239. Unemployment sits at 1.9%, with participation at 75.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,719, about 76% 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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Rapid Creek features a highly educated workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, an unemployment rate of just 1.9%, and 0.8% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,196 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.5% below Greater Darwin's rate of 3.5%, and workforce participation is fairly standard (75.6% compared to Greater Darwin's 72.9%). Based on Census responses, a low 6.2% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.
Resident workers are primarily engaged within health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training. The community exhibits a strong industry cluster in health care & social assistance, where its employment proportion is 1.5 times the wider regional baseline. Conversely, public administration & safety accounts for 15.0% of local jobs compared to 19.5% throughout Greater Darwin. A comparison between local resident numbers and workplace destination data from the Census points to a primarily residential area offering comparatively fewer employment hubs internally. SALM and ABS datasets evaluated by AreaSearch across broader statistical boundaries indicate that during the 12 months leading to March 2026, resident employment rose by 0.8% alongside a 0.7% expansion in the labour force, keeping local unemployment steady. By comparison, Greater Darwin recorded a 0.4% rise in employment and a 0.8% increase in its labour pool, accompanied by a 0.3 percentage point uptick in unemployment. National occupational projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26 provide forward-looking context regarding future workforce requirements. While total nationwide employment is modelled to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, sector trajectories vary markedly. Weighting these sectoral forecasts against local industry participation suggests potential employment growth of 7.0% over five years and 14.6% over ten years (representing a direct baseline extrapolation without factoring in localized demographic movements).
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Median household income in Rapid Creek is $2,208 a week (about $115,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,229 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $73,694 a year against an average of $85,824. 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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ATO taxation statistics aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 demonstrate that taxpayers in the suburb of Rapid Creek registered a median income of $73,694 and an average income of $85,824, contrasting with regional counterparts of $66,956 and $77,199 across Greater Darwin. Applying a Wage Price Index expansion of 9.41% since financial year 2023 adjusts estimated earnings to approximately $80,629 (median) and $93,900 (average) as of March 2026. Across household, family, and individual brackets in the 2021 Census, local earnings place between the 78th and 92nd percentiles nationwide. The weekly income band of $1,500 - 2,999 captures 35.8% of the local population (1,275 people), mirroring the regional share of 36.7%.
Furthermore, 32.6% of residents earn above $3,000/week, housing costs absorb 14.0% of income, disposable earnings rank at the 80th percentile, and the SEIFA income index positions the area in the 8th decile.
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Rapid Creek had 1,309 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 41% detached houses and 57% apartments. 25% are owned with a mortgage, 56% rented and 19% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,956 a month. Rent absorbs 15.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, separate houses made up 41.4% of the local housing stock while multi-unit dwellings (apartments, semi-detached, and attached formats) accounted for 58.7%, in contrast to Darwin metro where houses formed 63.5% and alternative dwellings 36.5%. Outright home ownership reached 19.0%, with remaining occupied properties divided between mortgaged dwellings (24.6%) and rental accommodation (56.4%). Typical mortgage payments stood at $1,956 per month against $2,100 across Darwin metro, while median weekly rent was $350 compared with $385 regionally. On a nationwide basis, local mortgage commitments surpass the Australian benchmark of $1,863, whereas rental costs sit below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Rapid Creek counted 1,309 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,431 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute 61.3% of local households, partitioned into couples with children (26.7%), couples without children (24.5%), and single parent families (8.9%). The remaining 38.7% comprises non-family living arrangements, consisting of single-person households (30.0%) and group shared homes (8.4%). The median household occupancy is 2.4 people, slightly lower than the Greater Darwin standard of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
54.2% of adults in Rapid Creek hold a university qualification, including 28.7% with a bachelor degree and 19.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 14.9% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,360 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,065 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 among residents aged 15+ is exceptionally strong, with 54.2% holding higher education credentials, well above the 27.3% seen across NT and the 30.4% recorded throughout Australia. Bachelor degrees comprise the single largest category at 28.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (19.7%) and graduate diplomas (5.8%). In addition, vocational certifications are held by 23.5% of the population aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.6%) alongside trade certificates (14.9%). Active participation in academic pursuits is elevated, with 30.9% of the population currently undertaking structured studies. Within this cohort, 9.4% attend higher education institutions, 9.0% are enrolled in primary schools, and 6.5% attend secondary school programs.
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Public transport in Rapid Creek reaches 15 stops on 25 routes, timetabled for about 1,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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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The public transit network includes 15 designated stops across the suburb of Rapid Creek, operating a range of bus services. A total of 25 separate routes utilize these stops, generating 1,265 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility remains solid, with the typical dwelling situated 200 meters from a boarding point. As an outward-commuting residential community, private vehicles account for 84% of commuter trips while bicycles represent 6%. Vehicle availability sits at 1.3 per residence, below regional levels, and 6.2% of the local workforce reported working from home in the 2021 Census under potential pandemic restrictions.
Transit service frequency reaches an average of 180 trips per day across the network, translating to roughly 84 trips per week at each individual stop.
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78.4% of residents in Rapid Creek report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 79% of areas nationally. 3.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 60.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators across the community are favourable based on AreaSearch analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease occurrences, with low incidence rates evident across various demographics. Private healthcare coverage is widespread, extending to approximately 61% of residents (2,160 people), outperforming the Greater Darwin figure of 57.8%. Asthma and mental health issues represent the primary reported health conditions, affecting 5.4% and 6.7% of residents, respectively. A total of 78.4% of individuals indicated having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 77.1% in Greater Darwin. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 10.4% of the populace (370 people), with this senior cohort demonstrating national health metrics that surpass the general local populace.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
34.4% of Rapid Creek residents were born overseas and 29.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 76% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (21.4%) and Australian (19.9%). 4.6% 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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Cultural plurality is pronounced, with 34.4% of the population born abroad and 29.3% speaking a language other than English in their residences. Christianity stands as the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 29.3% of the community. A particularly distinct concentration is observed among followers of Hinduism, who represent 9.1% of the populace compared to 4.2% across Greater Darwin. Regarding ancestral background based on parental birthplace, the primary ancestries recorded are English (21.4%), Australian (19.9%), and Other (15.9%). Distinctive population proportions also emerge across specific backgrounds, including French at 1.0% (compared with 0.4% across the wider region), Indian at 4.5% (against 2.2%), and Australian Aboriginal at 4.6% (relative to 7.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Rapid Creek is 35, younger than 76% of areas nationally. 33.3% 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 age distribution in the suburb of Rapid Creek shows a younger profile relative to Greater Darwin. AreaSearch estimates for August 2026 show that 40.8% of locals belong to the 25 - 44 age category, compared with 34.9% across Greater Darwin, while individuals aged 0 - 24 represent 26.3% against a regional share of 32.1%. The estimated median age in August 2026 was 35, matching the 2021 Census level and sitting 1 year older than the Greater Darwin median of 34 from the same census. The 25 - 44 age bracket has risen from 39.8% at Census to an estimated 40.8%.
By 2041, the 45 - 64 age group is projected to generate the largest numerical gain, adding 166 residents (21%) to reach 961, while the 65+ demographic is expected to experience the fastest proportional growth, increasing by 28% to 473 individuals.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Rapid Creek
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 4 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 6 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 1 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (3,261 at the 2021 Census → 3,564 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL70231). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.