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Redbank (Qld) has an estimated 3,734 residents, up from 2,931 at the 2021 Census — a change of 803 people, or 27.4%. Growth has averaged 6.2% a year over five years, faster than 94% of areas nationally. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 63.0% of that increase. That puts 449 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 analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census the suburb of Redbank (Qld)'s population is estimated at around 3,734 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 803 people (27.4%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,931 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 3,646, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 75 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This level of population equates to a density ratio of 448 persons per square kilometer, providing significant space per person and potential room for further development. the suburb of Redbank (Qld)'s 27.4% growth since the 2021 census exceeded the national average (9.3%), along with the state, marking it as a growth leader in the region. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by interstate migration that contributed approximately 63.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, although all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration were positive factors. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 using 2022 as a starting point are utilized for each SA2 region. In cases where these projections are unavailable, or for periods after 2032, projections published by the Queensland State Government in 2023 utilizing 2021 data are used. Because these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age, age-specific growth trends are adjusted using weights from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections based on 2022 figures. Future demographic trends indicate that the suburb of Redbank (Qld) is situated within the highest quartile of statistical regions for projected expansion, with local population figures expected to rise by 1,169 individuals by 2041 under SA2 aggregation forecasts, representing an overall increase of 28.9% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
174 new dwellings have been approved in Redbank (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 34 a year. That places the area in the 80th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 9 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 42 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 93% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 42, broadly in line with 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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Data from the ABS indicates that property development approvals in this location average roughly 34 residential units annually, with 174 properties receiving approval over the five financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, alongside 39 approvals during the current FY-26 period. Because the local population expanded by an average of 5.4 additional occupants for each finished residence during the five financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, construction has not kept pace with demand, which typically drives up local prices and intensifies buyer rivalry, while the projected construction cost of these new properties averages $367,000.
Additionally, commercial development projects worth $57.9 million have been approved so far this financial year, reflecting substantial local business spending. The volume of new building activity per resident matches the broader trends seen in Greater Brisbane, promoting market equilibrium, even though building pace has slowed down recently. However, local construction remains much higher than the Australian average, showing that builders are highly optimistic about the area. The local pipeline consists of 93.0% detached houses and 7.0% multi-unit developments, keeping the locality mostly low-density to suit buyers looking for spacious layouts. Furthermore, building plans show a higher proportion of houses than the 68.0% recorded during the Census, showing sustained appetite for detached family properties despite efforts to increase density. The ratio of 204 people per building approval highlights that this is a developing area. Long-term forecasts indicate that the local population will grow by 1,081 occupants by 2041, according to recent quarterly estimates. If current building rates persist, the volume of new housing should easily accommodate this growth, creating favorable buying opportunities and potentially helping the population expand beyond current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 15 current infrastructure and development projects inside Redbank (Qld), worth an estimated $94 million. A further 53 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $11.4 billion. 17 are already under construction and 17 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, residential development and education & training. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local area performance is heavily influenced by updates to public facilities, large construction projects, and zoning plans. In total, 38 projects have been identified that will likely influence the neighborhood. Significant projects include Stage 4 of the Redbank Plains Road Upgrade, Ipswich Bus Service Improvements in Growth Areas, Woodlinks Village, and the Goupong Park Upgrade to a District Recreation Park.
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Redbank Plains Road Upgrade Stage 4
Ipswich City Council is planning to upgrade Redbank Plains Road between Collingwood Drive and the Cunningham Highway to a four-lane urban road standard. The project is identified in iGO, the City of Ipswich Transport Plan, and is supported by Queensland Government Transport Infrastructure Development Scheme funding and Ipswich City Council. The official project page describes the work as being in early planning, with design scheduled over the next two years and construction timing dependent on future council budget funding.
Ipswich and Logan Bus Service Improvement Package
A $70 million three-stage bus service improvement package for Ipswich and Logan growth areas, delivering new routes, improved frequency, and expanded connections to support rapid population growth, along with a new state-managed bus depot.
Collingwood Park State Secondary College
New state high school for the Collingwood Park area. Stage 1 opened in Term 1, 2025 for Year 7 and Year 8 students, featuring an administration building, general learning centre, science and industrial technology resources. Stage 2 is funded in the 2025-2026 budget with planned delivery for 2027, adding a multi-purpose hall, performing arts centre fit-out, and 16 general learning spaces.
Bundamba Telecommunications Tower Upgrade
5G telecommunications infrastructure upgrade including new tower installation and enhanced network capacity to improve mobile and internet connectivity for Bundamba residents and businesses. $1.8 million investment.
Goupong Park Upgrade to District Recreation Park
Council-funded upgrade transforming Goupong Park into a district recreation park. The 2025-2026 budget has allocated funds to commence design work for this significant upgrade. The park currently features playground equipment, a skate park, half basketball court, BBQ facilities, walking paths, and recreational amenities. The upgrade aims to enhance facilities and expand the park's capacity to support increased community activities and recreational opportunities. The site holds cultural significance as a major Aboriginal camp area along Goodna Creek.
Bundamba Road Safety Improvements
Road safety improvements along Bundamba Creek Road including new traffic signals, pedestrian crossings, cycle lanes, and intersection upgrades. $3.8 million safety enhancement project.
Bundamba Community Centre Expansion
Proposed $8.5 million expansion of Bundamba Community Centre to include new multipurpose rooms, kitchen facilities, outdoor performance space, and enhanced accessibility features. Planning phase commenced 2024.
Bundamba Medical Centre Expansion
Proposed expansion of Bundamba Medical Centre to include additional consulting rooms, allied health services, minor procedure room, and enhanced parking facilities. $4.2 million investment planned.
1,690 residents of Redbank (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 1,794. Unemployment sits at 5.8%, with participation at 62.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% 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 5,059, about 135% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is evenly divided between manual and office-based occupations, with strong representation in industrial and production sectors, an unemployment rate of 5.8%, and job growth estimated at 11.2% over the last year. By March 2026, there were 1,690 employed residents, while the local jobless rate stood 1.5% higher than the 4.3% rate recorded across Greater Brisbane, and the labor participation rate of 62.2% was lower than the metropolitan average of 70.4%. According to the Census, a small proportion of 9.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure may have been affected by pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are retail trade, manufacturing, and health care & social assistance. The local economy is highly focused on industrial production, employing residents at 2.0 times the average rate of the metropolitan region. Conversely, technical and professional fields are underrepresented, making up only 3.9% of local jobs compared to the metropolitan average of 8.9%. Because there are 1.2 jobs for every working resident in the Census data, this district serves as an employment destination, drawing commuting workers from nearby neighborhoods. Analysis of official labor market statistics reveals that over the 12-month period, the number of employed residents rose by 11.2% while the active labor force grew by 9.4%, leading to a decrease of 1.5 percentage points in the jobless rate. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced a 3.2% rise in employment and a 3.4% rise in the labor force, with its unemployment rate increasing by 0.1 percentage points. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide a basis for modeling future demand in the area. When these five-year and ten-year national industry outlooks are applied to the local workforce structure, they suggest local employment will grow by 5.8% over five years and 12.6% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Redbank (Qld) is $1,321 a week (about $69,000 a year), with median personal income at $690 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,574 a year against an average of $50,170. 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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Tax statistics from the ATO for the 2023 financial year indicate that local earnings are below the national average. The median taxpayer income is $46,574 and the average is $50,170, compared to Greater Brisbane averages of $58,236 and $72,799. Adjusting for a 11.36% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median of $51,865 and an average of $55,869 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that personal, household, and family earnings all fall within the 21st to 26th national percentiles.
Income distribution data shows that 35.5% of taxpayers (1,325 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the metropolitan rate of 33.3%. Households experience severe financial pressure, with only 79.8% of income left over after housing costs, placing the area in the 17th percentile for affordability.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Redbank (Qld) had 981 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 68% detached houses and 3% apartments. 19% are owned with a mortgage, 58% rented and 24% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,500 a month. Rent absorbs 26.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the Census, the local housing mix consists of 68.0% detached houses and 32.0% multi-unit dwellings, apartments, or other structures, compared to a metro-wide ratio of 73.5% houses and 26.5% other properties. Homeownership is relatively low at 23.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (18.6%) or tenants (57.8%). Typical monthly mortgage payments of $1,500 and weekly rents of $350 are lower than the metropolitan averages of $1,863 and $380. These housing costs also sit below the national average mortgage payment of $1,863 and the national average weekly rent of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Redbank (Qld) counted 981 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,250 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 19% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 65.7% of local households, consisting of 28.8% couples raising children, 19.3% couples without children, and 16.0% single parents. The remaining 34.3% are non-family households, which include 29.2% single-person households and 4.9% shared living arrangements. The typical household size of 2.7 residents is slightly larger than the metropolitan average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.0% of adults in Redbank (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 8.7% with a bachelor degree and 2.6% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 77% of areas nationally. A further 29.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 133 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 931 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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Educational attainment in the area is lower than average, with 13.0% of residents holding a university degree compared to 30.5% across Greater Brisbane. Among university graduates, 8.7% have completed a bachelor degree, 2.6% hold a postgraduate degree, and 1.7% have a graduate diploma. Vocational and technical training is common, with 40.2% of the population aged 15+ holding a trade qualification, including 10.7% with advanced diplomas and 29.5% with certificates. A high proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 33.6% of residents enrolled in an educational institution. This group is divided into 13.8% in primary school, 8.3% in high school, and 4.1% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Redbank (Qld) reaches 13 stops on 60 routes, timetabled for about 2,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 310 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of local transit options shows 13 passenger stops operating in the area, providing access to both rail and bus networks. These stops service 60 routes, delivering 2,058 passenger journeys each week. Local transit access is good, with typical walking distances to the nearest stop averaging 308 meters. Because the area is mostly residential, most workers commute to other suburbs, with private cars being the main transport mode at 86% and trains used by 8%. Households own an average of 1.2 vehicles, which is lower than the metropolitan average. A relatively small share of 9.3% worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Transit services average 294 daily runs across all routes, which translates to roughly 158 weekly departures per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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68.2% of residents in Redbank (Qld) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 83% of areas nationally. 7.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.5 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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Analysis of mortality and chronic illness rates highlights significant medical challenges in the area, with various ailments affecting both youth and elderly populations, while the level of private health insurance coverage is low at 47% of the population (~1,758 people). This compares to coverage rates of 55.8% across Greater Brisbane and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most prevalent diagnoses, affecting 9.6% and 8.7% of the population, respectively, while 68.2% of residents report no chronic health conditions compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. Chronic illness rates are elevated among working-age individuals.
Seniors aged 65 and over make up 16.9% of the community (631 people), which is higher than the Brisbane average of 15.1%. Elderly health measures generally align with national benchmarks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
40.2% of Redbank (Qld) residents were born overseas and 29.5% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 80% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.9%) and Australian (15.9%). 3.0% 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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The neighborhood displays high levels of cultural variety, with 29.5% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 40.2% of the population born outside Australia. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, accounting for 54.3% of the community, compared to 47.8% across the metropolitan area. In terms of parental heritage, the most common backgrounds are English at 23.9% and Australian at 15.9%, which is lower than the metropolitan rate of 23.2%. An additional 15.8% identify with other ancestries, exceeding the regional average of 9.4%. Specific demographic groups show distinct local concentrations, with Samoan backgrounds making up 9.1% of the community compared to 0.9% regionally, Maori backgrounds at 3.3% compared to 1.1%, and New Zealand heritage at 1.2% compared to 1.0%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Redbank (Qld) is 32, younger than 96% of areas nationally. That is 2 years older than at the 2021 Census. 29.7% 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 local median age of 32 years is younger than the metropolitan average of 36 and the national average of 38. Compared to the wider city, there is a higher proportion of residents aged 65 - 74 (10.4%) but fewer people in the 35 - 44 bracket (11.6%). The local population has aged since 2021, with the median age rising from 30 to 32 years. The 55 to 64 age bracket expanded from 7.9% to 11.6%, and the 65 to 74 cohort grew from 6.8% to 10.4%. Meanwhile, the 25 to 34 group fell from 17.9% to 15.1%, and the 5 to 14 group decreased from 15.5% to 13.2%.
By 2041, demographic projections suggest the 55 to 64 group will expand by 226 people (52%) to reach 660, compared to a modest 7% increase (19 people) for children aged 0 to 4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Redbank (Qld)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 15 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 75 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,931 at the 2021 Census → 3,734 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 (SAL32403). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.