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Riverside (Tas.) has an estimated 7,693 residents, up from 7,326 at the 2021 Census — a change of 367 people, or 5.0%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years. 213 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 156 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to ABS population updates for the wider region and new address datasets verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Riverside (Tas.) has an estimated residency of 7,693 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 367 individuals (5.0%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 7,326 inhabitants. This variation is derived from the resident population of 7,580, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025, combined with an additional 213 verified new locations since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 155 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and room for prospective development.
The 5.0% expansion in the suburb of Riverside (Tas.) since the 2021 census was higher than the 2.6% recorded in the SA3 region, as well as the Tasmanian average, making it a regional growth leader. Population growth in the suburb of Riverside (Tas.) was primarily supported by international migration, which acted as almost the only source of population gains recently. AreaSearch utilizes ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 zone, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For SA2 territories lacking this data, and to model cohort changes after 2032, the Tasmanian Government's Regional and LGA forecasts from 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied, adjusted by aggregating LGA growth to SA2 boundaries via weighted averages. Future projections suggest that population gains will track just below the median rate for regional Australian locations. The suburb of Riverside (Tas.) is projected to add 522 residents by 2041 under these consolidated SA2 models, representing an overall increase of 5.3% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
225 new dwellings have been approved in Riverside (Tas.) over the past five years, an average of 45 a year. That places the area in the 56th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 42 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 25, 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of building approvals from the ABS mapped to local zones, Riverside has averaged about 45 approved residential units annually, leading to approximately 225 homes built over the previous 5 financial years. In FY-26 to date, 23 approvals have been logged. With an average addition of 1.1 new occupants per year for every home built between FY-21 and FY-25, demand matches supply well, creating balanced market conditions. The average valuation of these new residences is $429,000, which points to developer activity targeting the upscale segment. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $2.6 million have been registered during this financial year, showing that commercial construction is not a primary focus.
In comparison to the Rest of Tas., building activity in Riverside is slightly elevated, running 37.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year timeframe. This provides purchasers with options while helping protect current house values. Furthermore, all recent construction consisted of detached dwellings, preserving the low-density style of the suburb and prioritizing spacious family properties. The ratio of 176 people for each approval highlights the low-density layout of the area. Looking forward, Riverside is projected to add 409 occupants by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. If the current pace of construction is maintained, new residential options will easily accommodate this demand, creating favorable buyer conditions 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 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Riverside (Tas.), worth an estimated $941 million. A further 34 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.83 billion. 9 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and environmental & disaster management. 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 upgrades, public works, and planning changes have a significant influence on regional outcomes. AreaSearch has tracked 34 projects that are expected to influence this locality. Primary examples include West Tamar Highway - Trevallyn to Riverside Upgrades, Stanton Rise Estate, 47 Orana Place - Multiple Dwellings, and 463 West Tamar Road, Riverside - Multiple Dwellings, with details of the most significant works listed below.
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Second Kanamaluka/River Tamar Crossing
A proposed multi-modal bridge crossing of the Kanamaluka/River Tamar between the East and West Tamar Highways in Launceston, designed to improve travel time reliability, reduce congestion through Riverside, Trevallyn and the Launceston CBD, enhance safety, and provide active transport pathways. The bridge would carry a minimum of four traffic lanes plus separated walking and cycling infrastructure, with a navigation channel for river traffic. A business case was submitted to Infrastructure Australia in February 2024. Community consultation on five alignment options closed in April 2025; a consultation report is pending and no preferred option has yet been selected.The Tasmanian Government has committed $80 million and the Australian Government a further $20 million toward planning and design. Estimated construction cost ranges from $680 million to $1.1 billion depending on the option chosen.
West Tamar Highway - Trevallyn to Riverside Upgrades
The Tasmanian and Australian Governments are jointly funding a $22.5 million package of safety and efficiency upgrades on the West Tamar Highway between Trevallyn and Riverside, part of the broader West Tamar Highway Targeted Upgrades between Exeter and Launceston. Six priority projects have progressed through design following community consultation, which closed in late 2025: duplication of the single-lane section near Barnes Hill, a new signalised pedestrian crossing at Brownfield Lane, pedestrian access improvements at Allawah Street, an intersection upgrade at Ecclestone Road and Windsor Drive, traffic signals at the Forest Road (south) intersection, a U-turn lane at Riverview Road, and a shared user path between Tailrace Park and the Windsor Community Precinct.Detailed design is being finalised and construction will be staged, with updates provided as the project progresses.
Stanton Rise Estate
Stanton Rise Estate is a freehold land release offering 12 strata-subdivision lots in a serene cul-de-sac extension of the Cadorna Boutique Aged Care over-55s community. The north-east facing blocks provide sweeping 180-degree views of the Tamar River and mountains, suitable for developers, investors, or retirees with no age restrictions. Titles are issued and ready for construction, with modern low-maintenance home designs available.
47 Orana Place - Multiple Dwellings
A multi-unit residential development consisting of 12 units (11 new plus 1 existing), featuring 3-bedroom units with garages, decks for private open space, and design optimizing views and solar access on a 7,058m2 site.
463 West Tamar Road, Riverside - Multiple Dwellings
Development application for the construction of one additional dwelling on a property with an existing dwelling.
kanamaluka Cultural Centre (Incorporating Conference & Exhibition Space)
A $70 million cultural and convention precinct developed as a joint venture between JMC Group and the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra. The facility features a 750-seat concert hall, a 1000-seat conference and exhibition centre, a black-box theatre, and dedicated First Nations cultural spaces. As of February 2026, the project is 'locked in' following a $10 million State Government commitment. The development includes a 400-metre public boardwalk and essential riverbank remediation works at Kings Wharf, supported by a $5 million pledge from the City of Launceston.
Cormiston Rise Estate
Residential subdivision in Riverside creating serviced land lots across multiple stages near schools, shopping and natural areas. Stage 1 lots achieved titles and sales; subsequent stages released around 2021-2022 with all lots now sold and housing construction completed or underway.
Riverside High School Redevelopment
Major refurbishment and upgrade of Riverside High School to deliver contemporary teaching and learning spaces, safer vehicle movement and parking, and improved student services. Works included staged demolition and reinforcing within an operating school, safe asbestos removal after hours, and extensive internal and external fitout to modern standards.
3,874 residents of Riverside (Tas.) are employed, from a labour force of 3,950. Unemployment sits at 1.9%, with participation at 62.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,382, about 83% 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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Riverside has an educated labour force with a strong presence of essential service employees and a very low unemployment rate of 1.9%, according to AreaSearch models. By March 2026, there are 3,874 employed locals. The jobless rate is 2.0% lower than the 3.9% rate in Regional Tas., and workforce participation of 62.4% is close to the 58.8% average for Regional Tas. Data from the Census indicates that a minor share of workers, 7.4%, performed their duties from home, though the influence of pandemic restrictions should be kept in mind. The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade.
The concentration of workers in education & training is notable, at 1.4 times the regional proportion. On the other hand, the agriculture, forestry & fishing industry has a minor footprint, accounting for 2.5% of local employment compared to 8.4% across the region. The comparison of working individuals versus residing workers suggests that local employment options within the immediate area are limited. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data for the broader region indicates that over the 12-month period, the local workforce decreased by 1.6% and total employment fell by 1.7%, keeping the jobless rate stable. This was different from Regional Tas., where employment expanded by 1.8%, the workforce grew by 1.7%, and unemployment decreased slightly. Local employment growth trends can be understood further by looking at the May-25 national forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia. These five and ten-year forecasts have been combined with the local worker mix to project growth. Nationally, jobs are expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but rates differ by sector. Applying these trends to the local industry mix suggests employment among residents could grow by 6.7% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, assuming a weighted projection based on industry representation without factoring in local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Riverside (Tas.) is $1,519 a week (about $79,000 a year), with median personal income at $776 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,901 a year against an average of $67,766. 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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Personal income levels in the suburb of Riverside match national patterns, based on financial year 2023 ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch. Local taxpayers have a median income of $53,901 and an average income of $67,766, which compares to Regional Tas. averages of $49,689 and $59,358. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.95% since financial year 2023 suggests estimated figures of $59,803 (median) and $75,186 (average) by March 2026. Census records indicate that household, family, and individual incomes are moderate in Riverside, falling between the 36th and 44th percentiles.
The largest income group, representing 31.4% of the population (2,415 residents), earns $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which is similar to the broader regional trend of 28.5%. Residents keep 87.2% of their income after housing costs, but disposable income sits at the 40th percentile, and the SEIFA score places the suburb in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Riverside (Tas.) had 2,817 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 4% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 25% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,440 a month. Rent absorbs 19.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.9%. 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 last Census, residential properties in Riverside consisted of 95.1% standalone houses and 4.9% other property styles like townhouses and units, compared to 89.9% houses and 10.1% other options in Regional Tas. Home ownership rates in Riverside were slightly lower than the Regional Tas. average, standing at 38.9%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with mortgages (36.0%) or renting tenants (25.1%). The median monthly home loan payment was $1,440, which is higher than the Regional Tas. average of $1,274. The median rent was $300 per week, compared to $250 in Regional Tas.
Looking nationally, local housing costs are lower than the Australian median mortgage payment of $1,863 and the national median rent of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Riverside (Tas.) counted 2,817 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,958 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 30% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 70.3%, comprising couples with children at 28.9%, couples without children at 29.7%, and single parent households at 10.6%. Non-family households account for the remaining 29.7%, with single person households at 27.4% and group living situations representing 2.4%. The median household size of 2.5 residents is higher than the Regional Tas. average of 2.3.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
29.8% of adults in Riverside (Tas.) hold a university qualification, including 19.4% with a bachelor degree and 7.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 23.7% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 2,353 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,033 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 outcomes in Riverside are higher than regional averages, with 29.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 19.3% in the Rest of Tas. and 21.7% in the SA4 area. This higher qualification rate supports participation in professional sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 19.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.3% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Practical qualifications are also common, with 34.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificate courses (23.7%). A high proportion of residents are active in study, with 27.9% of the population enrolled in an educational program.
This includes primary school students at 10.2%, secondary students at 8.5%, and tertiary students at 4.0%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Riverside (Tas.) reaches 43 stops on 128 routes, timetabled for about 10,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 280 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 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 transport options include 43 active passenger stops in Riverside, which consist of bus services. These stops are connected to 128 different routes, which provide a total of 10,931 passenger journeys each week. Access to transport is rated as good, with houses situated an average of 279 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is mostly residential, meaning most workers travel outside the area to work, and private vehicles are the primary mode of travel for 94% of commuters. Households own an average of 1.6 vehicles. A small percentage of workers, 7.4%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Across all transit routes, services run at an average frequency of 1,561 trips daily, which represents roughly 254 weekly departures for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
65.2% of residents in Riverside (Tas.) report no long-term health condition. 6.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality and chronic illness rates, health metrics suggest outcomes below the national average. Health issues are common in both youth and older age brackets, though private health coverage is high, with approximately 54% of the population (~4,155 people) holding policies, compared to 49.1% in Regional Tas. Arthritis and mental health concerns are the most common medical diagnoses, affecting 9.9% and 9.4% of citizens respectively. However, 65.2% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 62.0% in Regional Tas. Working-age citizens show higher than average rates of chronic illness.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 23.2% of the community (1,784 people), which is lower than the Regional Tas. figure of 24.9%. Senior health metrics present some challenges, with national percentiles matching the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Riverside (Tas.) is largely Australian-born, at 82.3% of residents, with 9.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.7%) and Australian (30.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity indicators are lower than average in Riverside, where 82.3% of the community was born in Australia, 89.1% are citizens, and 90.3% speak only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 46.3% of residents. The most noticeable deviation from regional averages is in Judaism, which represents 0.1% of the population, matching the 0.1% average for Regional Tas. Looking at ancestral origins, the three largest groups in Riverside are English at 31.7%, Australian at 30.0%, and Scottish at 7.6%. There are also differences in specific European and Asian backgrounds, with Dutch backgrounds representing 4.2% of the population (compared to 1.7% regionally), Korean at 0.3% (compared to 0.1% regionally), and Sri Lankan backgrounds at 0.2% (compared to 0.1% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Riverside (Tas.) 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 median age of 40 years in the suburb of Riverside (Tas.) is lower than the Regional Tas. average of 45, but slightly higher than the Australian median of 38 years. The 35 - 44 age cohort is highly represented at 14.3%, while the 55 - 64 cohort is smaller at 10.9% compared to Regional Tas. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 cohort has grown from 12.3% to 14.3% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group grew from 11.8% to 13.1%. In contrast, the 25 to 34 group fell from 12.7% to 10.9%, and the 55 to 64 group decreased from 12.1% to 10.9%.
Predictions for 2041 show changes in the local age profile. The 85+ cohort has the highest projected growth at 81%, adding 186 residents to reach a total of 417. Seniors aged 65+ are expected to account for 50% of the total population increase, reflecting aging trends. In contrast, population declines are forecast for the 0 to 4 and 15 to 24 cohorts in the suburb of Riverside (Tas.)
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Riverside (Tas.)
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 | Aug 2026 this month 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 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 — 213 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,326 at the 2021 Census → 7,693 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 (SAL60557). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.