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Riverton (WA) has an estimated 6,612 residents, up from 6,078 at the 2021 Census — a change of 534 people, or 8.8%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 2,495 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 AreaSearch's evaluation of broader regional ABS population releases alongside validated new addresses since the Census, the suburb of Riverton (WA) had an estimated population of around 6,612 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 534 people (8.8%) relative to the 2021 Census tally of 6,078 people. Such growth stems from an estimated resident count of 6,610 established after reviewing the ABS June 2025 ERP figures, supplemented by 15 validated new addresses since the Census date. Consequently, population density stands at 2,495 persons per square kilometer, ranking within the top national quartile assessed by AreaSearch.
The suburb of Riverton (WA)'s post-census expansion of 8.8% tracks closely within 0.7 percentage points of the 9.5% national benchmark, underscoring solid demographic drivers. Overseas migration served as the principal contributor, representing virtually the exclusive origin of recent population gains. Population projections for each SA2 district rely on ABS/Geoscience Australia models published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year, while unlisted SA2 zones and projections beyond 2032 integrate ABS age-cohort growth estimates from the Greater Capital Region series (released in 2023, based on 2022 data). Looking ahead, the suburb of Riverton (WA) is projected to experience population growth marginally beneath the national statistical area median, gaining 793 persons to 2041 under consolidated SA2 figures, which translates to a 12.0% total gain over the 16 years.
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157 new dwellings have been approved in Riverton (WA) over the past five years, an average of 31 a year. That places the area in the 63rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 21 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 95% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 29, 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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AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS residential approval records across relevant statistical zones reveals that Riverton maintained an annual average of approximately 31 residential building permits, generating around 157 homes during the previous 5 financial years. Within FY-25 to date, 29 approvals have been logged. In the span of the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), roughly 4 new residents arrived for every residential build completed, creating demand that substantially outpaces new building volume—a dynamic typically stimulating price appreciation and heightened purchaser competition. Furthermore, with newly approved residences carrying an average construction value of $670,000, builders are visibly targeting higher-tier, premium developments.
Non-residential development remained subdued over the current financial year, logging $1.8 million in commercial approvals. Riverton generates 17.0% less per-capita residential construction than Greater Perth, placing it at the 57th percentile among assessed Australian locations and trailing broader national averages, which points to established urban maturity alongside prospective planning limitations. Modern residential delivery consists of 95.0% standalone houses alongside 5.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the traditional low-density suburban layout suited for families desiring generous living space. A ratio of around 243 people per dwelling approval indicates a developing residential construction market. According to the latest quarterly estimate from AreaSearch, future forecasts indicate Riverton will gain 791 residents by 2041. Ongoing building activity appears aligned with incoming residential demand, supporting stable property market conditions free from severe pricing pressures.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Riverton (WA), worth an estimated $25 million. A further 23 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $3.09 billion. 10 are already under construction and 6 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans sports & recreation, residential development and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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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Major infrastructure developments, planning schemes, and capital investments play a decisive role in shaping local community growth. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 2 key initiatives expected to influence the district, including the Willetton Youth Centre Renovation, Southlands Boulevarde Shopping Centre Redevelopment, Kent Street Weir Precinct (Canning River, Wilson), and Kent Street Weir Precinct Redevelopment, with primary undertakings highlighted below.
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Southlands Boulevarde Shopping Centre Redevelopment
Modern shopping precinct redevelopment featuring expanded retail offerings including Woolworths, Coles, Aldi, HOYTS cinema, and enhanced community spaces. Owned and operated by HomeCo Daily Needs REIT (ASX:HDN), specializing in convenience-based retail assets.
Kent Street Weir Precinct (Canning River, Wilson)
A staged long-term redevelopment of the Kent Street Weir Precinct on the banks of the Canning River (Djarlgarro Beeliar) in Wilson. Works include a new district-level inclusive play space with cultural interpretation elements, an off-leash dog exercise area, wetland buffer expansion with over 21,000 native plants, a pump track, upgraded shelters and BBQ facilities, and ecological restoration. The precinct is a gateway to the Canning River Regional Park and holds strong cultural significance for the Whadjuk Noongar people.Construction of the play space is underway in 2026 with completion expected by mid-2026. The broader Wilson Riverfront Masterplan has been subsumed into this staged precinct program.
Kent Street Weir Precinct Redevelopment
Staged redevelopment of the Kent Street Weir Precinct on the Canning River, delivered by the City of Canning as a major community recreation and environmental upgrade. Earlier stages delivered the weir and bridge upgrade, shelters, pathways, barbeques, the pump track, sewer works, and the completed Stage 4 dog exercise area and wetland buffer expansion with new fencing, amenities and more than 21000 native plants. The current Stage 5 district-level play space has completed detailed design and procurement, has funding support from Lotterywest, and is expected to commence construction in January 2026 and open by mid 2026.The play space includes junior and older-child play areas, water and sensory play, picnic and BBQ facilities, landscaping, accessible pathways, inclusive equipment and cultural interpretation developed with Whadjuk Noongar Traditional Owners and local Indigenous artists.
Australian Hockey Centre
A 163 million dollar redevelopment of the Perth Hockey Stadium at Curtin University's Bentley campus into Australia's premier hockey destination. Construction officially commenced in February 2026 with ADCO Constructions appointed as the head contractor. The project will deliver four outdoor pitches (at least two at International Hockey Federation Category 1 standard), a new indoor hockey centre with two FIH-standard courts, a 1,000-seat covered stadium expandable to 10,000 spectators in event mode, high-performance training facilities including gym, recovery, physio and athlete wellbeing areas, modern broadcast infrastructure, community changerooms, and administration offices for Hockey Australia and Hockey WA.The centre will serve as the official home of Hockey Australia's Centre of Excellence and High Performance Program through to 2042, supporting the Kookaburras and Hockeyroos for the next four Olympic cycles. Targeting a 5 Star Green Star rating, the build will support more than 200 jobs and contribute approximately 34.4 million dollars to WA's Gross State Product. The first of the four new international-standard pitches was completed in May 2025 ahead of major works. The project forms part of the WA Government's PlayOn WA initiative.
Curtin University Net Zero Precinct Digital Twin
Research-led digital twin project at Curtin University's Bentley campus supporting the Pathways to Net Zero Precincts program. The project is piloting an integrated digital twin platform using real-time building sensor data to improve space utilisation, operational energy efficiency, Consumer Energy Resource integration, and precinct-scale decarbonisation. During 2025-2026 the project progressed from initial platform development into active pilot operation with preliminary findings being applied to future campus renewal and sustainability planning.
Curtin University B316 Sciences Building
Six-storey million science facility providing 22,000+ square metres of academic floor space across five storeys. The building houses teaching labs, research facilities, shared support spaces, science learning hubs and the WA School of Mines. New state-of-the-art sciences building providing modern teaching and research facilities for science, technology, engineering and mathematics programs. Features advanced laboratories and collaborative learning spaces. Designed by Grimshaw Architects in association with GHD Design and Aspect Studios. Construction by Lendlease.
Melville City Centre Library and Cultural Centre
Major new four-level library and cultural centre forming the cultural heart of the future Melville City Centre. The project will deliver the City's main library, museum, exhibition galleries, performance and creative spaces, community meeting rooms, children's and youth areas, cafe and public plaza. Detailed design is progressing with procurement planned for late 2026 and construction proposed from 2027.
LeisureFit Booragoon Pools Refurbishment
Major refurbishment of leisure pool, 50 metre pool, changing facilities and replacement of air conditioning and ventilation systems. Part of ongoing facility upgrades.
3,506 residents of Riverton (WA) are employed, from a labour force of 3,555. Unemployment sits at 1.4%, with participation at 66.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,291, about 80% 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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Riverton boasts a highly educated workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, an unemployment rate of just 1.4%, and 1.6% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 3,506 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 2.8% below Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%, and workforce participation is somewhat below standard (66.3% compared to Greater Perth's 69.9%). Based on Census responses, a low 9.0% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.
The primary employment fields for local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, together with professional & technical services. Riverton displays substantial concentration in education & training, capturing a sector share 1.2 times above the regional benchmark. Conversely, building trades are under-indexed, engaging just 7.6% of local workers relative to 9.3% across Greater Perth. The locality functions chiefly as a commuter suburb, providing relatively few jobs within its borders as evidenced by Census workplace versus residential population tallies. AreaSearch aggregation of ABS and SALM metrics over the year leading to March 2026 indicates a 1.6% rise in employed residents alongside a 1.5% expansion in the labour pool, preserving steady unemployment levels. Conversely, Greater Perth logged a 2.0% increase in jobs, a 2.5% rise in the labour force, and a 0.4 percentage points increase in joblessness. Further perspectives on Riverton's workforce outlook stem from national Mar-26 employment forecasts by Jobs and Skills Australia. Projecting these industry-wide trajectories across five and ten-year horizons against the local industry profile provides indicative trends: while national jobs are projected to rise 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years with divergent sector trends, weighting these factors against Riverton's mix suggests local workforce growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.8% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighting model excluding local demographic forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Riverton (WA) is $1,906 a week (about $99,000 a year), with median personal income at $755 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,379 a year against an average of $75,768. The average runs 47% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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AreaSearch's compilation of ATO statistics for financial year 2023 demonstrates that Riverton's earnings comfortably outpace national benchmarks. Among taxpayers in Riverton, the median income reached $51,379 with an average of $75,768, compared with Greater Perth benchmarks of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. Factoring in subsequent Wage Price Index expansion of 10.93% since financial year 2023 brings estimated current figures to approximately $56,995 for median and $84,049 for average earnings by March 2026. Under Census 2021 records, household weekly income ranked at the 59th percentile ($1,906 weekly), whereas individual earnings positioned at the 39th percentile.
Around 30.5% of residents (2,016 individuals) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, mirroring regional trends where 32.0% record similar earnings. After meeting housing obligations, 85.8% of income remains available for general living costs, placing Riverton in the 7th decile for SEIFA income status.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Riverton (WA) had 2,086 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 89% detached houses and 2% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 21.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.2%. 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 latest Census, Riverton's housing landscape comprised 88.6% standalone houses and 11.5% alternate formats (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Perth metro's distribution of 77.8% detached dwellings and 22.1% other types. Full home ownership in Riverton reached 37.7%, substantially outpacing Perth metro levels, while mortgaged properties accounted for 36.1% and rental housing made up 26.2%. Typical monthly mortgage payments stood above the Perth metro standard at $2,000 against $1,907, whereas median weekly rent was $400 compared to $350 across the wider metropolis. On a national scale, Riverton's mortgage outlays exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents surpass the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Riverton (WA) counted 2,086 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,269 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 46% are couples with children, more than in 90% of areas nationally, against 20% couples without children. 20% 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 constitute the vast majority of local domestic arrangements at 77.8%, with couples with children representing 45.6%, couples without children accounting for 20.4%, and single parent families making up 10.7%. Non-family dwellings comprise the remaining 22.2%, led by single-person households at 20.0% alongside group living arrangements at 2.3%. Overall, Riverton's median household size is 2.9 people, exceeding the 2.6 Greater Perth benchmark.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
43.4% of adults in Riverton (WA) hold a university qualification, including 27.7% with a bachelor degree and 12.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 86% of areas nationally. A further 14.2% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 918 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,110 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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Riverton displays remarkably high educational credentials compared to broader regional benchmarks, with 43.4% of community members aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, outpacing the 27.9% recorded across WA and 29.9% within the wider SA4 region. Such substantial academic strength equips the community well for professional roles. Bachelor degrees represent the primary qualification at 27.7%, accompanied by 12.6% with postgraduate credentials and 3.1% holding graduate diplomas. Technical and vocational qualifications among residents aged 15+ account for 24.4%, split between advanced diplomas (10.2%) and certificates (14.2%). Active participation in study is pronounced throughout Riverton, with 34.8% of the local population attending an educational institution.
Specifically, 11.3% attend secondary schools, 11.0% are enrolled in primary education, and 7.6% are engaged in tertiary courses.
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Public transport in Riverton (WA) reaches 24 stops on 12 routes, timetabled for about 1,700 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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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Riverton's local public transport network features 24 operating passenger stops serviced entirely by buses. Across 12 dedicated transit routes, these facilities deliver 1,691 weekly passenger trips. Commuter access is rated as excellent, with typical residents situated 184 meters from their closest transit facility. Given Riverton's predominantly residential footprint, outgoing commuting prevails, with private vehicles accounting for 76% of trips, trains carrying 13%, and buses serving 8%. Private vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per dwelling. Only 9.0% of employed locals worked from home according to the 2021 Census, a figure potentially shaped by pandemic conditions.
Public transport services generate an average of 241 daily trips across the combined transit network, which translates to roughly 70 weekly departures for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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77.8% of residents in Riverton (WA) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 88% of areas nationally. 3.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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AreaSearch evaluations of mortality patterns and chronic condition prevalence indicate exceptional health standards throughout Riverton, characterized by minimal incidences of common medical ailments across all age demographics. Additionally, private health insurance coverage is extensive, held by approximately 57% of the community (~3,787 people). Among reported medical conditions, arthritis and mental health disorders were the most prevalent, impacting 6.0 and 5.0% of the local population respectively. Meanwhile, 77.8% of locals reported no long-term medical ailments whatsoever, exceeding the 71.9% proportion across Greater Perth. Residents aged 65 and over constitute 16.4% of the population (1,084 people), with older cohorts displaying strong overall vitality and national health standing consistent with the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
54.2% of Riverton (WA) residents were born overseas and 49.1% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 92% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (19.7%) and English (18.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Riverton ranks among Australia's most multicultural suburbs, with 54.2% of its population born overseas and 49.1% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity represents the leading religious affiliation, observed by 41.0% of residents. Most notably, Buddhism displays prominent representation at 9.4% of the community, markedly higher than the 2.7% proportion observed across Greater Perth. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parents' birthplace, the primary ancestries in Riverton are Chinese at 19.7% (far exceeding the 4.0% regional rate), English at 18.9% (notably beneath the 28.0% metropolitan level), and Other at 16.8% (above the 11.2% regional proportion).
Other cultural groups also exhibit distinct demographic concentrations: Korean heritage accounts for 2.3% in Riverton (compared to 0.3% regionally), Sri Lankan represents 1.5% (against 0.2%), and Indian stands at 7.9% (versus 2.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Riverton (WA) is 39. 25.2% 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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Riverton combines a sizable youth demographic with mature, middle-aged households. As of August 2026 updates, children and young adults (0 - 24) represent 34.8% of locals compared with 30.5% across Greater Perth, whereas adults aged 25 - 44 account for 24.7% against a wider metropolitan share of 30.9%. Based on AreaSearch estimates as at August 2026, the median age is 39, unchanged from the 2021 Census and 2 years higher than the Greater Perth median of 37 recorded during that Census. Looking forward to 2041, seniors and retirees aged 65+ are expected to drive the largest demographic increase, expanding by 443 residents (41%) to reach 1,527.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Riverton (WA)
8 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 8 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2025. | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 15 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (6,078 at the 2021 Census → 6,612 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 (SAL51298). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.