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Redland Bay has an estimated 19,555 residents, up from 17,056 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,499 people, or 14.7%. Growth has averaged 2.6% a year over five years, faster than 83% of areas nationally. 944 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 45.0% of that increase. That puts 419 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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Demographic assessments incorporating broader regional ABS figures alongside post-Census address validations by AreaSearch place the population of the suburb of Redland Bay at approximately 19,555 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 2,499 residents (14.7%) compared to the 2021 Census count of 17,056. This calculation builds on an estimated resident total of 19,524 established by AreaSearch from the ABS ERP release (June 2025), coupled with 944 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. Across the locality, density stands at 419 persons per square kilometer, preserving ample living area and opening possibilities for future residential projects.
Outperforming the broader SA4 region (8.5%) as well as nationwide benchmarks, the suburb of Redland Bay's 14.7% expansion establishes it among the top growth areas locally. Interstate migration served as the principal demographic engine, accounting for roughly 45.0% of recent population additions, with natural increase and overseas arrivals also contributing positively to the overall expansion. Projections for the suburb of Redland Bay utilise 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia models pegged to a 2022 base year for each SA2 district. Where coverage gaps occur or for horizons beyond 2032, 2023 Queensland State Government projections based on 2021 data are incorporated. Because these state figures omit age-cohort distributions, AreaSearch applies cohort weightings aligned with the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region release (utilising 2022 baseline figures). Looking forward, long-term projections place the suburb of Redland Bay within the upper tier of statistical divisions across the country, forecasting an addition of 4,547 persons up to 2041 across aggregated SA2 metrics, which amounts to a 23.1% rise across the 16 years.
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1,021 new dwellings have been approved in Redland Bay over the past five years, an average of 204 a year. That places the area in the 93rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 10 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 230 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 84% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 263, 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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According to building approval statistics compiled by AreaSearch from ABS data, residential planning approvals in Redland Bay have averaged around 204 per annum, amounting to roughly 1,021 residences across the past 5 financial years. During FY-25 so far, 263 building consents have been issued. Across the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), an average of 2.1 persons relocated to the locality for every new home built, signaling strong underlying demand to underpin local asset values. New residential builds carry an average construction value of $512,000, marginally exceeding the regional benchmark and pointing to higher-end development standards.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $34.9 million in the current financial year, underscoring substantial non-residential investment. Per capita residential construction in Redland Bay outpaces Greater Brisbane by 20.0% over the 5 year period, creating diverse purchasing options while maintaining underlying property values. This volume of building activity significantly surpasses national levels, highlighting strong developer confidence. The supply pipeline is heavily dominated by detached houses at 84.0%, with medium and high-density housing accounting for 16.0%, safeguarding the neighborhood's low-density profile and appealing to purchasers pursuing spacious suburban living. The metric of around 80 residents per building approval underlines an expanding residential sector. Based on demographic projections, Redland Bay is anticipated to add 4,516 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. The current tempo of residential construction is well positioned to absorb this projected population inflow, creating favorable buying opportunities and potentially enabling housing capacity to exceed official demographic forecasts.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Redland Bay, worth an estimated $7.71 billion. A further 39 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $12.2 billion. 20 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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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Infrastructure rollouts, town planning frameworks, and major capital investments play a pivotal role in shaping local performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 13 key developments expected to influence the district. Prominent undertakings encompass the Weinam Creek Priority Development Area, Marina Redland Bay, Baya by Villawood Properties, and the Southern Thornlands Priority Development Area, with the most impactful initiatives outlined below.
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Weinam Creek Priority Development Area
A 42-hectare waterfront redevelopment at Redland Bay, comprising 36 hectares of land and approximately 6 hectares of Moreton Bay Marine Park. The Priority Development Area was declared in June 2013 to reinforce Weinam Creek as a regional gateway to the Southern Moreton Bay Islands of Macleay, Lamb, Karragarra and Russell. Stage 1 works are complete, including a new recreational boat ramp opened in November 2024 and over 260 temporary car parking spaces delivered across new facilities on Banana Street and Hamilton Street in late 2024.Following Redland City Council's December 2025 decision not to extend the Memorandum of Understanding with the preferred development partner Consolidated Properties Group, the Council resolved in February 2026 to transfer land to the Queensland Government. Economic Development Queensland is now leading delivery of the multi-storey car park as a fast-tracked, standalone priority, with design, planning approval and construction contracting well advanced. The original master plan including retail, medical, grocery and foreshore precinct elements remains in place but is under review.
Marina Redland Bay - Weinam Creek PDA
The Weinam Creek Priority Development Area (PDA) is a staged waterfront redevelopment in Redland Bay delivering expanded marina facilities, a new 3-lane recreational boat ramp (completed November 2024), additional car parking including a planned multi-storey car park, activated foreshore with retail, cafes, restaurants and medical services, and improved ferry terminal access to the Southern Moreton Bay Islands. Stage 1 delivered over 500 new car spaces and a footbridge. Following the expiry of a Memorandum of Understanding with Consolidated Properties Group in December 2025, Redland City Council resolved in February 2026 to transfer land to the Queensland State Government, with Economic Development Queensland (EDQ) now leading detailed design and construction of the multi-storey car park, with construction targeted for mid-2026.The State Government commenced compulsory acquisition of the ferry terminal land in April 2026 to support delivery.
Southern Thornlands Priority Development Area
Southern Thornlands is a 890 hectare Priority Development Area declared on 4 April 2025 and managed by Economic Development Queensland. The PDA is intended to support around 8,000 dwellings, new activity centres, business and industrial employment areas, integrated infrastructure planning, parks, schools and community facilities, while preserving wildlife corridors and koala habitat. The Interim Land Use Plan is in effect while EDQ prepares the full Development Scheme and Development Charges and Offset Plan, with public notification expected in 2026.The first PDA development application, DEV2025/1656 for the Precinct 1 Land Use Plan by Mirabel Thornlands Pty Ltd c/- RPS for the Urbex early release area, was approved on 31 October 2025.
Baya by Villawood Properties
Baya is a boutique masterplanned residential community by Villawood Properties comprising 224 homes delivered across seven stages on elevated bayside land at Redland Bay. The community includes neighbourhood parks, a linear park, environmental corridor, walking and cycling links, landscaped open space and public art. Civil works commenced in 2025, with Stage 1 under construction and Stage 2 preparing for release.
Broadwater Terrace and Marine Street Development
Development site for sale following revocation of state-facilitated development application for a build-to-rent residential project with 70-75 dwellings including affordable housing. Site spans 2,218 square meters across four titles in a district center zone permitting mixed uses.
Shoreline Redlands Master-Planned Community
A 279-hectare masterplanned coastal community in southern Redland Bay delivering approximately 3,000 homes for around 10,000 residents. Originally developed by Lendlease, the project was acquired on 29 November 2024 by the Stockland Supalai Residential Communities Partnership (Stockland 50.1%, Supalai 49.9%) as part of a broader $1.3 billion 12-community portfolio deal. More than 700 homes are now completed or under construction. Active precincts include The Reserve and the newly launched Bay Hill bayside land precinct (294 lots).Future plans include a town centre with retail, supermarket, medical and dining, a foreshore park, and a district-level sports facility. The community includes Scenic Shores State School, 2.8km of bay foreshore parkland, and 25% open green space. Won the UDIA Queensland Sustainability Award 2025 for its Mangrove Wetlands project.
Redlands Satellite Health Centre (Talwalpin Milbul)
The Redlands Satellite Health Centre, co-named Talwalpin Milbul ('Redland Bay Active' in Jandai), provides community-based healthcare. It features a walk-in Minor Injury and Illness Clinic for non-life-threatening conditions, operating 8am to 10pm daily. The facility also offers appointment-only specialist services including kidney dialysis, cancer day therapy, mental health support, and allied health. Renamed from Satellite Hospital to Health Centre in March 2025 to better reflect its clinical service model.
Shoreline Master Planned Community
A $2.3 billion masterplanned community at Redland Bay spanning 290 hectares, being delivered by Stockland Supalai Residential Communities Partnership (acquired November 2024). The development will deliver approximately 3,001 residential lots for around 10,000 residents. Key features include a future town centre, 2.8 km of bay frontage, 70 hectares of open space, and the open Scenic Shores State School. Over 700 homes have been completed or are under construction as of mid-2026. New precincts including Bay Hill (294 elevated lots with Moreton Bay views) launched April 2026.The project won the 2025 UDIA Queensland Sustainability Award for its Mangrove Wetlands project. An on-site wastewater treatment plant services the broader Southern Redland Bay catchment of 13,500 equivalent persons.
11,111 residents of Redland Bay are employed, from a labour force of 11,445. Unemployment sits at 2.9%, with participation at 71.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% 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 15,490, about 79% 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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Redland Bay features an adept local workforce, with building and construction showing especially heavy representation, an unemployment rate standing at only 2.9%, and an annual employment increase estimated at 3.9% via AreaSearch aggregated data. By March 2026, employed residents totaled 11,111, while the jobless rate tracked 1.4% below the 4.3% recorded for Greater Brisbane, and labor participation aligned closely with the metropolitan rate of 70.1%. Census records indicated that 15.7% of local workers performed their jobs from home, although this figure reflects the influence of Covid-19 restrictions. Resident employment centers primarily around construction, health care & social assistance, alongside retail trade.
Building trades demonstrate an exceptionally strong presence, recording worker concentration at 1.7 times the wider regional baseline. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 5.0% of the resident workforce, trailing the Greater Brisbane proportion of 8.9%. Comparisons between Census counts of local jobs and working residents point to relatively constrained employment capacity within the immediate district. According to AreaSearch evaluations of Salm and Abs information, which were combined from larger statistical zones, employment grew by 3.9% during the twelve months leading to March 2026, whereas the labour force expanded by 4.2%, leading to an increase in unemployment of 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Brisbane experienced employment growth of 3.2% and labour force growth of 3.4%, with unemployment increasing by 0.1 percentage points. The national employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia for Mar-26 provide additional context regarding anticipated future job demand in Redland Bay. These forecasts span five and ten year intervals and have been aligned with the regional employment composition to project growth trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion rates vary considerably across different industry segments. When these sector-specific projections are applied to Redland Bay's current employment structure, local employment is estimated to rise by 6.3% over five years and 13.0% over ten years. It is important to note that this calculation represents a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative reasons and does not incorporate localized population forecasts.
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Median household income in Redland Bay is $2,046 a week (about $106,000 a year), with median personal income at $835 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $59,498 a year against an average of $71,402. 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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In the suburb of Redland Bay, median taxpayer earnings stand at $59,498 while the average reaches $71,402, based on AreaSearch analysis of ATO postcode data for financial year 2023. These figures outpace national figures and compare against Greater Brisbane metrics of $58,236 (median) and $72,799 (average). Factoring in an 11.36% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $66,257 for median income and $79,513 for average income as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places personal, family, and household earnings near the 62nd percentile across Australia.
Distribution analysis indicates that 37.0% of local earners (7,235 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly band, closely matching the 33.3% regional benchmark. Residential expenses absorb 16.0% of earnings, yet healthy wage levels maintain disposable incomes at the 68th percentile, placing the district in the 6th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Redland Bay had 5,797 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 94% detached houses and 2% apartments. 46% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $465 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,080 a month, a total housing cost higher than 75% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.5%. 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, the housing stock in Redland Bay consisted of 94.4% standalone houses and 5.6% alternative housing forms (including semi-detached residences, flats, and other dwellings), whereas Brisbane metro recorded 73.5% separate houses and 26.5% other formats. Outright homeownership reached 30.9%, substantially exceeding the metropolitan level, while mortgaged properties accounted for 46.2% and rental dwellings represented 22.9%. Typical monthly mortgage payments stood at $2,080, well above the Brisbane metro figure of $1,863, and median weekly rent reached $465 compared to $380 regionally. On a nationwide scale, mortgage costs in Redland Bay noticeably surpass the Australian benchmark of $1,863, and weekly rents sit well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Redland Bay counted 5,797 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,646 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 40% are couples with children, more than in 78% of areas nationally, against 33% couples without children. 14% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the vast majority of local households at 84.0%, with couples raising children making up 39.5%, childless couples representing 32.6%, and single-parent households accounting for 11.3%. Non-family living arrangements comprise the remaining 16.0%, made up of single-person households at 13.8% and group accommodations at 2.1%. The typical household size stands at 2.8 occupants, exceeding the 2.6 person average across Greater Brisbane.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.2% of adults in Redland Bay hold a university qualification, including 12.2% with a bachelor degree and 3.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.5% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 996 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,007 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 levels present an area for progress, with 17.2% of residents possessing university degrees compared to the 30.5% benchmark across Greater Brisbane, highlighting clear scope for educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees constitute the largest share at 12.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 3.1% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Vocational and technical qualifications show extensive penetration, with 43.9% of the population aged 15+ holding trade credentials, comprising certificates (31.5%) and advanced diplomas (12.4%). Formal study engagement is substantial across the community, with 28.4% of residents pursuing education. Within this cohort, primary schooling accounts for 10.4%, secondary education encompasses 9.0%, and tertiary courses engage 3.4% of the population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Redland Bay means driving: households keep an average of 1.9 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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66.9% of residents in Redland Bay report no long-term health condition. 5.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.1 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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General health conditions in Redland Bay closely track nationwide standards based on AreaSearch reviews of chronic illness and mortality data, showing a slightly elevated incidence of common ailments across younger as well as older demographics, alongside widespread private health insurance coverage reaching roughly 56% of residents (~10,853 people). Asthma and arthritis represent the most prevalent long-term conditions locally, recorded among 8.7 and 8.5% of the population, respectively, while 66.9% of residents reported having no diagnosed chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% in Greater Brisbane. Working-age cohorts experience chronic health issues at rates above average.
Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 19.4% of the population (3,793 people), tracking above the 15.0% regional proportion, while broader national health rankings remain broadly comparable to nationwide distributions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Redland Bay is largely Australian-born, at 79.2% of residents, with 5.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.6%) and Australian (26.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The demographic profile of Redland Bay displays lower cultural diversity than average, with Australian-born residents accounting for 79.2% of the community, Australian citizens making up 89.7%, and 94.5% speaking exclusively English at home. Christianity forms the dominant religious faith at 51.6% of residents, compared to 47.8% recorded throughout Greater Brisbane. Examining parental heritage, English roots represent the leading ancestry at 32.6% of the population—markedly exceeding the 26.8% regional proportion—followed by Australian ancestry at 26.9% and Scottish at 8.5%. Certain other ethnic backgrounds show noticeable divergences from broader patterns, including New Zealand heritage at 1.4% (against 1.0% across the region), South Australian at 0.9% (versus 0.6%), and Welsh at 0.7% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Redland Bay is 40. 24.0% 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 age profile in the suburb of Redland Bay skews toward older demographics. Updates to August 2026 show that seniors and retirees (65+) represent 19.4% of the community compared to 15.0% across Greater Brisbane, whereas young and middle-aged adults (25 - 44) account for 22.7% against a regional benchmark of 30.6%. AreaSearch calculates a median age of 40 as at August 2026, remaining stable from the 2021 Census and exceeding the 36 years recorded across Greater Brisbane at that time. The most prominent shift across age brackets since the Census has occurred among retirees and seniors, rising from 17.2% to an estimated 19.4%.
Looking toward 2041, senior and retiree age groups are projected to absorb the bulk of demographic growth, expanding by 2,460 residents (65%) to reach 6,254.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Redland Bay
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months ago all 10 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 Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 944 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (17,056 at the 2021 Census → 19,555 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 (SAL32410). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.