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Salisbury Downs has an estimated 6,395 residents, up from 6,296 at the 2021 Census — a change of 99 people, or 1.6%. That puts 2,284 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 evaluations of ABS population updates for the wider region alongside new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Salisbury Downs is estimated to have a population of approximately 6,395 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 99 people (1.6%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 6,296 people. This shift is deduced from a resident population of 6,379, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025) combined with an extra 36 validated new addresses since the Census date.
Such a population size translates to a density ratio of 2,283 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical average across national locations evaluated by AreaSearch. The 1.6% growth since census recorded in the suburb of Salisbury Downs places it within 2.3 percentage points of the SA3 area (3.9%), indicating competitive growth dynamics. Demographic expansion in the locality was largely fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 90.0% of total population increases over recent periods. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 utilizing 2022 as the base year. For SA2 regions lacking this data, and for any years after 2032, the SA State Government's Regional/LGA projections by age category, published in 2023 and based on 2021 data, are utilized with adjustments calculated via a weighted aggregation methodology of population growth from LGA to SA2 tiers. Looking at upcoming demographic patterns, growth in the lower quartile of statistical areas evaluated by AreaSearch is projected, with the suburb of Salisbury Downs expected to grow by 248 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a total increase of 3.6% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
72 new dwellings have been approved in Salisbury Downs over the past five years, an average of 14 a year. That is 2.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 41, 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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Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval statistics distributed from statistical area data, Salisbury Downs has averaged approximately 14 dwellings receiving development approval annually, summing to an estimated 72 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 38 approvals have been registered. As the population has contracted in recent times, new housing supply has likely aligned with demand, providing buyers with options, while new dwellings are built at an average value of $265,000. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $6.5 million have been registered this financial year, suggesting a quiet commercial development sector.
Relative to Greater Adelaide, Salisbury Downs registers about 62% of the building activity per person, positioning it in the 39th percentile of areas evaluated nationally, which creates comparatively limited choices for buyers and supports demand for existing properties. This is similarly lower than the national level, reflecting market maturity and indicating potential development bottlenecks. New construction activity consists of 77.0% detached dwellings and 23.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the traditional suburban aesthetic of the area with a focus on family-oriented residences that attract those looking for space. With approximately 439 people per dwelling approval, Salisbury Downs presents a mature market. Demographic projections indicate Salisbury Downs will add 232 residents through to 2041 (utilizing the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Given ongoing construction volumes, housing supply is expected to adequately satisfy demand, yielding favorable conditions for purchasers while potentially permitting growth that surpasses current projections.
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 33 current infrastructure and development projects close to Salisbury Downs, worth an estimated $5.01 billion. 13 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and education & training. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Very few elements impact local performance as significantly as changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning. In total, 9 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the area. Significant projects include Salisbury Park Estate, Salisbury City Centre Redevelopment, Mawson Lakes Road Management Plan, and Public Housing Builds in Parafield Gardens, with the following list outlining those expected to be of greatest relevance.
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Salisbury Park Estate
A $31 million residential development by M2 Custom Homes on 1.12ha, delivering 45 new three-bedroom, energy-efficient homes, with 38 designated as affordable housing for first home buyers, featuring modern amenities and the HomeStart Shared Equity option.
The Glades, Parafield Gardens (Stage 8+)
Masterplanned residential subdivision known as The Glades at Parafield Gardens, delivering more than 250 new house-and-land allotments off Shepherdson Road. Most stages have now been released and sold, with home construction well advanced and remaining homes still being delivered, providing family housing close to schools, shops and public transport in Adelaides northern suburbs.
Salisbury City Centre Redevelopment
A $200 million redevelopment of Salisbury City Centre, this mixed-use revitalisation project spans six new developments across four sites. The project includes approximately 269 new homes (including apartments, affordable housing, and social housing), a premium supermarket, a council-owned multi-deck car park with 500+ free spaces, hotel accommodation, retirement living, and mixed-use retail and commercial spaces. Stage 1 construction, including the demolition of the Len Beadell library, commenced in April 2026.
Salisbury Park Estate
Masterplanned residential estate by M2 Custom Homes delivering 45 allotments including 38 affordable house and land packages and 7 premium homes. Construction commenced in September 2025. Stage 1 premium homes are scheduled for completion in early 2026, with Stage 2 affordable homes expected by the end of 2026. Homes are available through the HomeSeeker SA program with HomeStart Shared Equity options and feature 7-star energy efficiency, solar systems and turnkey inclusions.
Public Housing Builds in Parafield Gardens
Development of 4 public housing homes as part of the South Australian government's public housing improvement program, with additional 5 upgrades and 45 maintenance activities to address housing needs.
Salisbury City Centre Redevelopment
A $200 million mixed-use redevelopment of four sites across the Salisbury City Centre, delivering six new developments in partnership between the City of Salisbury and the Buildtec-Catcorp consortium. The project will deliver over 200 residential dwellings (apartments, retirement living, build-to-rent, affordable and short-term accommodation), a 500-space multi-deck car park, a premium supermarket, and retail, commercial and hospitality tenancies. A planning application for Stage 1 (Sites 1 and 2) was lodged with the State Commission Assessment Panel (SCAP) in December 2024 and is progressing through assessment.Stage 1 construction is anticipated from April 2026, with Stage 2 commencing 2027. The project is the most significant phase of Council's City Centre renewal strategy.
Edenfield Family Care Parafield Gardens Aged Care Expansion
Proposed expansion of Edenfield Family Care at Parafield Gardens to add residential aged care capacity, including memory support accommodation. The existing Edenfield home at the site provides residential aged care, respite care, dementia and palliative care services in a five-home campus with private rooms, ensuites, communal lounges, dining areas and landscaped courtyards.
Lot C Paralowie Land Development
New land development on Bolivar Road, Paralowie offering range of allotments with direct access to shopping centres, schools, parks and recreational facilities. Located in a well-established area close to Northern Expressway connector and Paralowie Village shopping centre with Coles supermarket. Developed by Cross Company, the estate provides various allotment sizes and price points to suit different housing and lifestyle requirements. Part of growing residential precinct in northern Adelaide with convenient access to Port Wakefield Road and Northern Expressway for easy travel to Adelaide CBD and Barossa Valley.
2,631 residents of Salisbury Downs are employed, from a labour force of 2,897. Unemployment sits at 9.2%, with participation at 55.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,687, about 89% 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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Salisbury Downs features a balanced workforce distributed across white and blue collar jobs, with manufacturing and industrial sectors strongly represented, an unemployment rate of 9.2%, and relatively stable employment over the preceding year, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,631 residents are employed, whereas the unemployment rate is 5.4% higher than the Greater Adelaide rate of 3.8%, showing potential for improvement, and workforce participation is notably lower (55.5% versus Greater Adelaide's 66.6%). Census responses indicate that a low 5.5% of residents worked from home, although the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and retail trade. The locality demonstrates a particularly strong specialization in manufacturing, with an employment share that is 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are under-represented, accounting for only 3.2% of the Salisbury Downs workforce compared to 7.3% in Greater Adelaide. The heavily residential area seems to provide few local jobs, as shown by the comparison of Census working population to resident population. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader statistical areas, during the 12 months to March 2026, employment grew by 0.1% while the labour force expanded by 0.9%, which drove the unemployment rate up by 0.7 percentage points. Conversely, Greater Adelaide recorded employment growth of 4.2% and labour force expansion of 4.0%, accompanied by a 0.2 percentage point decline. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 can provide additional perspective on potential future demand in Salisbury Downs. These projections, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been aligned with the local employment profile to estimate growth dynamics. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary substantially across different industry sectors. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment distribution of Salisbury Downs suggests local employment should expand by 5.9% over five years and 12.9% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Salisbury Downs is $1,134 a week (about $59,000 a year), with median personal income at $535 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $47,703 a year against an average of $50,758. 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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According to the latest postcode level ATO data from AreaSearch released for financial year 2023, the suburb of Salisbury Downs's median income among taxpayers is $47,703, with an average of $50,758. This sits below the national average and compares to a median of $54,808 and average of $66,852 in Greater Adelaide. Accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, current estimates would stand at approximately $52,554 (median) and $55,920 (average) as of March 2026. Census findings show that household, family and personal incomes in Salisbury Downs all place between the 5th and 9th percentiles nationally.
Distribution statistics reveal that the $800 - 1,499 weekly earnings bracket includes 29.5% of the community (1,886 individuals), contrasting with the wider region where 31.8% earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Housing affordability pressures are intense, with only 81.9% of income remaining, which ranks in the 9th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Salisbury Downs had 2,294 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 7% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 36% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $273 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 24.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing types in Salisbury Downs, as measured at the latest Census, consisted of 79.6% houses and 20.4% other formats (semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other formats across metropolitan Adelaide. Meanwhile, home ownership in Salisbury Downs was lower than in metropolitan Adelaide, sitting at 28.3%, with the remaining dwellings either mortgaged (35.8%) or rented (35.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly below the metropolitan Adelaide average of $1,562 at $1,300, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $273, compared to metropolitan Adelaide's $320.
Nationally, mortgage payments in Salisbury Downs are considerably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are substantially below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Salisbury Downs counted 2,294 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 20% couples without children. 29% 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 households make up the majority at 68.1% of all households, consisting of 29.9% couples with children, 20.1% couples without children, and 16.5% single parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 31.9%, with lone person households comprising 28.5% and group households representing 3.3% of the total. The median household size of 2.6 people is slightly larger than the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.4% of adults in Salisbury Downs hold a university qualification, including 9.6% with a bachelor degree and 2.8% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 87% of areas nationally. A further 24.9% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,605 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 947 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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The locality experiences educational challenges, with university qualification levels (13.4%) sitting substantially below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a challenge and an opening for focused educational strategies. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.0%). Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 32.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (7.3%) and certificates (24.9%). Educational enrollment is remarkably high, with 30.0% of residents actively participating in formal education. This comprises 10.8% in primary schools, 7.8% in secondary schools, and 4.6% undertaking tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Salisbury Downs reaches 23 stops on 17 routes, timetabled for about 1,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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 analysis shows 23 active transport stops in service within Salisbury Downs, offering a combination of train and bus options. These stops are serviced by 17 distinct routes, which combine to deliver 1,085 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is classified as good, with residents generally positioned 241 meters from their nearest transit stop. Being a primarily residential area, most residents travel outwards to work, with the car remaining the dominant transit mode at 91%, compared to 5% using the bus. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per household. A relatively low 5.5% of residents work from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting COVID-19 settings).
Service frequency averages 155 trips daily across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 47 weekly trips per individual stop.
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66.3% of residents in Salisbury Downs report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 84% of areas nationally. 8.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.3 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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Health statistics show considerable difficulties facing Salisbury Downs, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic disease frequency, with the prevalence of common health issues notable in both younger and older cohorts, and the proportion of residents with private health insurance found to be very low at approximately 47% of the total population (~3,012 people). This compares to 52.7% throughout Greater Adelaide. The national average stands at 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues in the locality were found to be mental health concerns and arthritis, affecting 9.0 and 8.7% of residents, respectively, while 66.3% reported having no medical conditions whatsoever, compared to 67.9% throughout Greater Adelaide.
The working-age population experiences significant health obstacles with elevated rates of chronic illness. The area has 17.3% of residents aged 65 and over (1,106 people), which is lower than the 19.2% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes for seniors present some difficulties, with national rankings generally matching those of the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
40.3% of Salisbury Downs residents were born overseas and 40.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 83% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.3%) and Australian (19.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Salisbury Downs registers a high level of cultural diversity, with 40.3% of residents born overseas and 40.7% speaking a language other than English in their homes. The predominant religion in Salisbury Downs was found to be Christianity, representing 40.7% of the population in Salisbury Downs. However, the most notable overrepresentation is in Buddhism, which accounts for 8.1% of the population, significantly exceeding the Greater Adelaide average of 2.4%. In terms of parentage (parents' country of birth), the top three represented backgrounds in Salisbury Downs are English, accounting for 23.3% of the population, Other, accounting for 20.2% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional average of 9.7%, and Australian, accounting for 19.2% of the population.
Furthermore, there are significant variances in the presence of other ethnic backgrounds: Vietnamese is highly overrepresented at 5.5% of Salisbury Downs (compared to 1.2% regionally), Polish at 1.2% (compared to 1.0%) and Serbian at 0.7% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Salisbury Downs is 37. 26.6% 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 37 years in Salisbury Downs is slightly below Greater Adelaide's average of 39 and very close to the national average of 38 years. Relative to the Greater Adelaide average, the 5 - 14 year age bracket is notably over-represented (13.1% locally), while the 75 - 84 year age bracket is under-represented (5.6%). Post-2021 Census data indicates the 35 to 44 age cohort has expanded from 13.3% to 14.4% of the population. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has shrunk from 11.6% to 10.9%. Population projections for 2041 point to major demographic transitions for Salisbury Downs.
Leading this shift, the 75 to 84 cohort is projected to expand by 24% (86 people), growing from 358 to 445. Demographic aging is set to continue, with residents aged 65 and older representing 68% of the anticipated growth. In contrast, the 35 to 44 and 0 to 4 age groups are projected to experience population decreases.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Salisbury Downs
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 May 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 — 36 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,296 at the 2021 Census → 6,395 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 (SAL41289). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.