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Red Hill (ACT) has an estimated 3,551 residents, up from 3,146 at the 2021 Census — a change of 405 people, or 12.9%. Growth has averaged 2.5% a year over five years, faster than 80% of areas nationally. 144 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 63.0% of that increase. That puts 754 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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Based on an evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside newly validated addresses recorded by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Red Hill (ACT) has an estimated population of approximately 3,551 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 405 individuals (12.9%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 3,146 people. This shift is calculated from the estimated resident population of 3,551, determined by AreaSearch through analysing the ABS June 2025 release of ERP statistics and incorporating an additional 144 validated new addresses since the Census date.
With these figures, the suburb of Red Hill (ACT) has a population density of 753 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with the typical averages observed in other areas monitored by AreaSearch. The growth rate of 12.9% for the suburb of Red Hill (ACT) since the 2021 census outpaced the state figure of 8.3%, as well as the broader SA4 region, establishing it as a frontrunner for expansion in the area. Demographic gains were largely propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 63.0% of the overall population rise in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes the 2024 population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, which rely on 2022 as the baseline year. In instances where SA2 regions lack this coverage, or for timeframes extending past 2032, age cohort growth rates from the ACT Government's SA2 projections (using a 2022 baseline) are applied instead. Future demographic patterns suggest that the suburb of Red Hill (ACT) will experience growth slightly below the median of all nationwide statistical units, with projections indicating an increase of 275 residents up to 2041 based on combined SA2 data, representing an overall expansion of 7.7% over the 16 years.
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391 new dwellings have been approved in Red Hill (ACT) over the past five years, an average of 78 a year. That is 25.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 82 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 27% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 9, 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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According to AreaSearch's investigation of ABS building approvals distributed from statistical geographic units, Red Hill has averaged roughly 78 new residential approvals per year, summing to an estimated 391 home approvals across the preceding 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 9 approvals recorded during the current FY-26. Considering that 1.1 new residents relocated to the area annually for each approved dwelling over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, the relationship between housing supply and demand seems balanced, sustaining steady market dynamics; nevertheless, recent figures indicate a rise to 15.6 individuals per approved dwelling over the last 2 financial years, highlighting heightened demand and a potential shortage of housing.
Approved development works show an average construction value of $543,000, which demonstrates that building firms are focusing on high-end, luxury property options. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $22.0 million during this financial year, pointing to consistent investment in business infrastructure. Relative to the Australian Capital Territory, construction volume per capita in Red Hill is 186.0% higher, giving purchasers a wider selection of properties, even though building pace has slowed down lately. This volume is vastly higher than the national standard, demonstrating strong builder engagement in the locality. Recent approvals consist of 27.0% detached houses and 73.0% multi-unit residential projects. Focusing on higher-density developments offers more accessible price points for buyers and is well-suited for down-sizers, property investors, and first-time purchasers. This represents a distinct departure from the current housing stock, which is 79.0% houses, showing that vacant residential land is becoming scarce while highlighting evolving preferences and the demand for more varied, lower-priced housing. The calculation of 502 people in the locality for each housing approval points to a calm, low-scale residential construction landscape. Looking forward, the population of Red Hill is projected to expand by 275 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. If present building rates persist, residential supply is likely to satisfy local needs, maintaining favorable options for purchasers and potentially supporting growth that outstrips current expectations.
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AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Red Hill (ACT). A further 40 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $6.44 billion. 9 are already under construction and 11 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and health & medical. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning decisions have a significant effect on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 9 key projects that are expected to influence the local area, including the Griffith-Narrabundah Community Centre & Oval Upgrade, Yarra Rossa, The Parks, Red Hill, and the Canberra Hospital Master Plan, with specific details provided below for those of greatest significance.
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Griffith-Narrabundah Community Centre & Oval Upgrade
ACT Government project delivering a new multi-purpose community centre and upgrades to Griffith Oval, including a new pavilion, upgraded play spaces, and improved amenities. The facility serves residents of both Griffith and Narrabundah in Canberra's inner south.
Narrabundah Village Precinct Renewal (Iluka & Boolimba)
Ongoing precinct renewal of Narrabundah's established local village centre, guided by the ACT Inner South District Strategy adopted under the Planning Act 2023. The strategy directs a mix of housing types, improved public realm, active travel connections, and community facility retention around the Iluka Street and Boolimba Crescent local shops. The centre serves as a key neighbourhood hub for Narrabundah's inner-south community, with incremental infill and public domain improvements anticipated through to 2038 and beyond.
Canberra Hospital Master Plan
A 20-year strategic transformation (2021-2041) of the Canberra Hospital campus to modernize clinical facilities and improve campus integration. Following the 2024 completion of the $640 million Critical Services Building (Building 5), current works focus on the demolition of Buildings 6 and 23 to facilitate the new Pathology and Clinical Support Building. The plan ultimately organizes the campus into seven distinct clinical precincts, including new inpatient buildings and expanded parking infrastructure to support long-term regional health demand.
Kingston Arts Precinct
A $146 million redevelopment of Section 49 in Kingston to create a premier visual arts and culture destination. The project involves the adaptive reuse of the historic Fitters Workshop, Powerhouse, and Former Transport Depot to house major arts organisations like Canberra Glassworks and Megalo Print Studio. It includes an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art space, artist studios, and a 346-space carpark. Construction is currently expected to begin in 2027.
Yarra Rossa
A retirement living community by BaptistCare offering 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. The development is designed with a people-first approach and includes a range of amenities such as a pool, gym, and community gardens. The project was completed in 2022.
The Parks, Red Hill
A mix of luxury apartment residences, terraces and premium land lots on a 5.2-hectare site. The development is a joint project between Doma Group and Stockland, designed by Stewart Architecture. It is located on the former Red Hill public housing precinct and features six public park spaces.
Woden Community Services Hub
A new four-storey facility in Woden Town Centre that will centralise community and government services under one roof, bringing together services currently operating from multiple buildings in the region. It will include child and family services, meeting rooms, a multi-purpose hall, and workshop spaces. Construction is expected to commence in 2026-27.
Red Hill Integrated Plan
A strategic planning document by the ACT Government for the Red Hill Nature Reserve and its surrounding areas. The plan aims to balance environmental protection, recreational use, and residential development. It provides a framework for future development proposals in the area, including the Federal Golf Club redevelopment.
1,946 residents of Red Hill (ACT) are employed, from a labour force of 1,985. Unemployment sits at 1.9%, with participation at 66.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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Red Hill is characterized by a highly qualified resident workforce with a prominent concentration of professional services, an exceptionally low unemployment rate of 1.9%, and an estimated job growth rate of 0.5% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's compiled regional statistics. As of March 2026, there are 1,946 employed residents, and the local jobless rate is 2.1% lower than the Australian Capital Territory average of 4.1%, while the rate of labor force participation is slightly below average, registering 66.5% compared to 70.8% across the Australian Capital Territory. Census statistics indicate that a moderate 16.4% of employed locals worked from home, although this may have been influenced by COVID-19 restriction measures.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are public administration & safety, professional & technical, and health care & social assistance. The community displays a notable concentration in professional & technical fields, with employment shares in this sector reaching 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, public administration & safety accounts for 26.6% of local employment, which is below the 30.4% recorded across the Australian Capital Territory. Although there are employment opportunities within the neighborhood, a significant portion of residents travel outside the suburb for work, as indicated by the ratio of working residents to local positions in the Census. An examination of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from regional data by AreaSearch indicates that employment expanded by 0.5% while the total labor force grew by 1.0% over the 12-month period, leading to a rise of 0.4 percentage points in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, the Australian Capital Territory recorded an employment increase of 0.3% and labor force growth of 1.1%, resulting in a rise of 0.7 percentage points. Future employment demands in Red Hill can be understood through the national occupational projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia. These models, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been applied to the local workforce structure to project growth trends. Globally, national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with substantial differences between individual sectors. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce suggests that employment in Red Hill will grow by 7.1% over five years and 14.3% over ten years, which is a basic weighted projection for visualization and does not integrate local population models.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Red Hill (ACT) is $3,938 a week (about $205,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,469 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $79,758 a year against an average of $129,618. The average runs 63% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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 tax statistics from the ATO for financial year 2023 aggregated by AreaSearch, income levels in Red Hill are exceptionally high compared to national standards. Taxpayers in Red Hill record a median annual income of $79,758 and an average income of $129,618, which contrasts with the Australian Capital Territory figures of $72,206 and $85,981 respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.44% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to roughly $88,085 for the median and $143,150 for the average as of March 2026. According to the Census, household, family, and individual earnings in Red Hill are positioned within the 97th to 99th percentiles nationwide.
In terms of earnings distribution, the largest cohort accounts for 50.2% of residents (1,782 people) who earn in the $4000+ category, differing from the wider region where 34.3% of individuals fall in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket. This significant concentration of high earners, with 60.8% receiving more than $3,000/week, demonstrates substantial financial resources within the suburb. Residents retain 89.5% of their income after meeting housing expenses, showing strong spending capacity, and the area is situated in the 10th decile of the SEIFA index for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Red Hill (ACT) had 1,011 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 79% detached houses and 13% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 40% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $500 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,500 a month, a total housing cost higher than 93% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 12.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census, housing types in Red Hill consisted of 79.3% standalone houses and 20.7% other housing categories such as semi-detached properties, units, and alternative dwellings, compared to the Australian Capital Territory average of 63.3% houses and 36.7% other dwellings. The home ownership rate stood at 40.3%, which is higher than the Australian Capital Territory average, with the remaining residences being held under a mortgage (36.8%) or occupied by tenants (22.9%). The median mortgage payment in the area was $3,500 per month, substantially higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of $2,080, while the median rent was recorded at $500 per week, compared to $450 across the Australian Capital Territory.
On a national scale, mortgage costs in Red Hill are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents also significantly exceed the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Red Hill (ACT) counted 1,011 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,141 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 43% are couples with children, more than in 85% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 19% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 77.5%, comprising couples with children at 43.0%, couples without children at 25.1%, and single-parent homes at 8.0%. The remaining 22.5% are non-family households, with single-person households representing 19.3% and shared group houses making up 4.0% of the total. The average household size in the area is 2.8 individuals, which is larger than the Australian Capital Territory average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
59.1% of adults in Red Hill (ACT) hold a university qualification, including 32.8% with a bachelor degree and 20.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 96% of areas nationally. A further 6.9% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 3,102 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,148 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Academic credentials in Red Hill are significantly higher than national and regional averages, with 59.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 46.8% in the SA4 region. This high concentration of qualified residents prepares the area well for knowledge-intensive careers. Undergraduate degrees are the most common credential at 32.8%, followed by master's or doctoral degrees (20.5%) and graduate diplomas (5.8%). Vocational and technical training accounts for 14.0% of qualifications among residents aged 15+ , consisting of advanced diplomas (7.1%) and certificates (6.9%). A high proportion of the community is engaged in learning, with 36.4% of residents enrolled in an educational program.
This student population includes 13.4% in secondary schools, 10.7% in primary schools, and 7.5% enrolled in higher education institutions.
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Public transport in Red Hill (ACT) reaches 23 stops on 111 routes, timetabled for about 9,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 220 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 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 statistics show there are 23 active transit stops in Red Hill, which are serviced by buses. These stops support 111 distinct transit routes, providing a total of 9,431 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transit is rated as good, with residents living an average of 218 meters from the nearest stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, most workers travel out of the area for employment, with private cars being the main transit mode at 86%, while 4% of commuters walk and 3% ride bicycles. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 1.7, which is above the regional average, and approximately 16.4% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect COVID-19 pandemic working practices.
The average frequency of public transport is 1,347 trips per day across the network, which translates to approximately 410 weekly departures for each individual transit stop.
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72.2% of residents in Red Hill (ACT) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 79% of areas nationally. 5.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 78.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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An assessment of health indicators reveals positive outcomes in Red Hill, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of local mortality rates and chronic illnesses, with younger demographics showing a particularly low occurrence of typical health conditions. Additionally, private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, covering approximately 78% of the total population (2,783 people), which compares to 62.4% in the Australian Capital Territory and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health conditions recorded in the suburb are arthritis and asthma, which affect 8.2% and 7.0% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 72.2% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 70.2% across the Australian Capital Territory.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.8% of the population (738 people), which is higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 14.3%. Seniors in the area enjoy positive health outcomes, although their national health ranking is lower than that of the suburb's younger residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
29.6% of Red Hill (ACT) residents were born overseas and 24.0% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (24.1%) and Australian (20.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Red Hill exhibits a higher degree of cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 29.6% of its population born outside of Australia and 24.0% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 48.0% of the community. Notably, Judaism is overrepresented, accounting for 0.4% of the population compared to 0.2% across the Australian Capital Territory. Regarding ethnic background and parental birthplaces, the three most common ancestries in Red Hill are English at 24.1%, Australian at 20.7%, and Other at 11.5%. There are also distinct concentrations of other heritage groups, with French ancestry overrepresented at 0.9% of Red Hill (compared to 0.5% in the region), Croatian at 1.1% (compared to 0.9%), and Macedonian at 0.6% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Red Hill (ACT) is 43. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 23.5% 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 in Red Hill is 43 years, which is notably higher than the Australian Capital Territory average of 35 years and the national median of 38 years. Compared to regional averages, the 55 - 64 age bracket is highly represented at 13.9% of the local population, whereas young adults aged 25 - 34 are underrepresented at 8.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has increased from 4.8% to 7.3%. In contrast, children aged 5 to 14 have decreased from 15.2% to 12.7% of the community.
Demographic projections suggest the age distribution in Red Hill will change by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 18%, adding 96 people to total 626, while the 25 to 34 and 35 to 44 age brackets are expected to experience population declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Red Hill (ACT)
8 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 8 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. | ||
| 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 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year ago all 3 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 2025. | ||
| 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 — 144 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,146 at the 2021 Census → 3,551 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 (SAL80112). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.