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Smithfield (SA) has an estimated 2,743 residents, up from 2,482 at the 2021 Census — a change of 261 people, or 10.5%. Growth has averaged 1.8% a year over five years. Natural increase accounts for 50.0% of that increase. That puts 1,306 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 the analysis of population updates from the ABS for the wider region, combined with new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Smithfield (SA) is calculated to have approximately 2,743 residents in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 261 people (10.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 2,482 people. The transition is derived from the resident population of 2,729, computed by AreaSearch following analysis of the most recent ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and a further 86 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This population level translates to a density ratio of 1,306 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the average observed across national spots examined by AreaSearch. The 10.5% growth rate of the suburb of Smithfield (SA) since the 2021 census was greater than that of the state (7.5%) and Greater Adelaide, positioning it as a growth leader in the vicinity. Natural growth was the primary driver of population growth for the area, contributing about 50.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. For each SA2 region, AreaSearch adopts the projections of the ABS/Geoscience Australia released in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 regions that lack this data, and for any years after 2032, regional/LGA projections by age category from the SA State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 data are used, with adjustments made via a weighted aggregation method of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Looking at future population projections, a substantial population rise in the top quartile of statistical areas assessed by AreaSearch is anticipated, with the area projected to expand by 673 persons to 2041 according to aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a total increase of 24.0% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
202 new dwellings have been approved in Smithfield (SA) over the past five years, an average of 40 a year. That places the area in the 55th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 15 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 35 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 91% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 24, 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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Analysis by AreaSearch of ABS building approvals, distributed from statistical area data, indicates that Smithfield has seen an average of approximately 40 new dwelling approvals annually, with an estimated 202 homes approved during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 22 so far in FY-26. Considering an average of 1.1 new residents per year per constructed dwelling over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand and supply appear to be well-balanced, yielding stable market conditions, though recent figures indicate this has risen to 3.7 people per dwelling over the past 2 financial years, pointing to rising popularity and a potential deficit in supply.
The construction value of development projects averages $280,000. Additionally, $1.0 million in commercial approvals have been registered during this financial year, indicating that the focus is overwhelmingly residential. Compared with Greater Adelaide, Smithfield displays equivalent construction rates (per person), which maintains market stability in line with regional trends. This rate is substantially higher than the national level, pointing to robust builder confidence in the area. New building works consist of 91.0% detached dwellings and 9.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the suburban character of the area with a clear focus on detached houses that appeal to buyers looking for space. With approximately 169 people per approval, Smithfield presents the profile of an emerging location. Projecting forward, Smithfield is expected to add 659 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). If current building activity continues, housing supply is likely to satisfy demand, producing advantageous conditions for buyers and potentially allowing growth to outpace current projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 30 current infrastructure and development projects close to Smithfield (SA), worth an estimated $8.8 billion. 21 are already under construction and 15 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and planning schemes have a major impact on how an area performs. In total, 4 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to affect the area. Notable developments include Tudor Vale Shopping Centre, Munno Para West, Riverbanks College Angle Vale, Playford Alive, and the Playford North Urban Renewal Project, with the details of the most relevant ones listed below.
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Tudor Vale Shopping Centre, Munno Para West
Construction is underway on the $60 million Coles-anchored Tudor Vale Shopping Centre, part of a broader $175 million retail precinct. The 6,420sqm facility features a full-line Coles, Liquorland, Terry White Chemist, and St Georges Bakery. Handover for the bulky goods and showroom precinct is expected in late 2027, while the main shopping centre aims for completion by the end of 2026. The site includes 300 car parks and four EV charging stations.
Tudor Vale Shopping Centre
A 175 million dollar retail development forming the commercial heart of the Tudor Vale masterplanned community. The project features a 6,420sqm shopping centre anchored by a Coles supermarket, Liquorland, and pharmacy, alongside a significant 20,000sqm large-format retail precinct. The site is strategically located on the north-east side of the Northern Expressway and Curtis Road, adjacent to an existing Aldi, catering to the rapid residential growth in Adelaide's northern corridor.
Mark Oliphant College Community Facility
Integrated community facility at Mark Oliphant College delivering a purpose-built kiss 'n' drop (400 m kerbside zone) with 200 new parking bays and access upgrades, and a regional-level soccer sportsground featuring a FIFA-quality synthetic pitch, natural pitch, six changerooms, function room and semi-commercial kitchen. The kiss 'n' drop facility was completed in late 2025, with sportsground construction commencing in early 2026. Elizabeth Grove Soccer Club is the selected anchor tenant. Jointly funded and delivered by City of Playford and the SA Department for Education.
Riverbanks Estate - Angle Vale
Riverbanks is a masterplanned community of approximately 300 house and land lots in the heritage township of Angle Vale, 31 km north of Adelaide CBD. The estate is developed across multiple stages (with Stage 6 now releasing) adjacent to the Gawler River, Riverbanks College B-12, and the Angle Vale town centre. Residents enjoy easy Northern Expressway access, proximity to Munno Para shopping, and a range of parks and sports facilities within the broader Playford City growth corridor.
The Entrance Estate Angle Vale
Boutique residential estate in Angle Vale featuring premium land releases with river views and heritage tree preservation. High-quality urban design with wide lots, landscaped streetscapes, and proximity to established amenities. Targeting families seeking premium lifestyle in northern Adelaide.
Playford Alive
Playford Alive is one of Australia's largest urban renewal projects, encompassing 1,000 hectares in Adelaide's north. The project revitalizes Davoren Park and Smithfield Plains while developing greenfield land in Munno Para and Andrews Farm. As of 2026, the project has entered a major expansion phase in the 'Playford Alive East' precinct, a 71-hectare area delivering 1,480 homes. Key milestones include a $250 million Town Centre, the $32.65 million Munno Para Sportsgrounds, and a goal to house 43,000 residents by completion in 2033.
Playford North Urban Renewal Project
One of Australia's largest urban renewal projects, Playford Alive is a multi-billion dollar master-planned community across 1,000 hectares. As of early 2026, the project is rapidly expanding its eastern precinct, including the Wattle Precinct, to deliver approximately 1,480 additional homes. The development integrates the renewal of Davoren Park and Smithfield Plains with greenfield growth in Munno Para, featuring a $250 million town centre, a new Regional Sports Complex, and significant infrastructure such as the $30 million Curtis and Heaslip Road roundabout upgrade.
Healthia Health and Education Hub
Modern health and education facility by Healthia Limited providing integrated primary healthcare, allied health services, and professional development programs. Features state-of-the-art medical equipment, training facilities for healthcare professionals, and community health education spaces. Healthia is Australia's leading allied healthcare services network with over 400 clinics.
1,048 residents of Smithfield (SA) are employed, from a labour force of 1,204. Unemployment sits at 13.0%, with participation at 55.1%. 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 3,412, about 124% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Smithfield has a balanced labor force consisting of white and blue collar jobs across diverse sectors, an unemployment rate of 13.0%, and a relatively stable employment situation over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. In March 2026, 1,048 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 9.2% higher than the Greater Adelaide level of 3.8%, showing potential for improvement, and workforce participation remains low (55.1% compared to 66.6% in Greater Adelaide). Census data indicates that a low 6.1% of residents worked from home, although the influence of Covid-19 lockdown restrictions should be taken into account.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. The area has a particularly high concentration in manufacturing, with employment levels reaching 1.6 times the regional average. In contrast, education & training is underrepresented at 4.4% compared to the regional average of 9.3%. The presence of 0.9 workers for every resident at the time of the Census indicates plenty of local jobs. Analysis of SALM and ABS data by AreaSearch, compiled from wider statistical areas, reveals that the 12-month period saw employment rise by 0.2% and the labor force expand by 2.2%, leading to a 1.8 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This differs from Greater Adelaide, where employment expanded by 4.2%, the labor force grew by 4.0%, and unemployment decreased by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia can provide extra context regarding future demand in Smithfield. These projections, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been compared to the local employment profile to estimate future growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry sector. Applying these sector-specific projections to Smithfield's employment composition indicates local employment is set to grow by 5.9% over five years and 12.8% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Smithfield (SA) is $1,049 a week (about $55,000 a year), with median personal income at $526 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,691 a year against an average of $49,247. 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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Taxpayer income levels in the suburb of Smithfield are lower than the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median taxpayer income in the suburb of Smithfield is $45,691, and the average income is $49,247, which compares to Greater Adelaide figures of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since financial year 2023, contemporary estimates would stand at approximately $50,338 (median) and $54,255 (average) as of March 2026. Census data indicates that household, family, and personal incomes in Smithfield all rank between the 5th and 5th percentiles nationwide.
Looking at the distribution of income, the largest cohort consists of 31.4% of residents (861 people) in the $800 - 1,499 range, unlike the broader region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the largest at 31.8%. Housing affordability is under severe pressure, with only 79.6% of income remaining after housing costs, placing it in the 5th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Smithfield (SA) had 906 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 1% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 50% rented and 17% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $260 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,100 a month. Rent absorbs 24.8% 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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The mix of housing in Smithfield at the time of the latest Census consisted of 79.9% houses and 20.1% other dwellings (semi-detached properties, apartments, and 'other' dwellings), compared to the Adelaide metro split of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in Smithfield lagged behind the Adelaide metro average at 16.9%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (33.0%) or rented (50.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly below the Adelaide metro average at $1,100, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $260, compared to Adelaide metro figures of $1,562 and $320 respectively.
Nationally, mortgage repayments in Smithfield are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also substantially below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Smithfield (SA) counted 906 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,001 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 80% of areas nationally, against 19% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households constitute the majority at 65.7% of all households, consisting of 22.2% couples with children, 19.2% couples without children, and 22.4% single parent families. Non-family households represent the remaining 34.3%, with single person households at 30.3% and group households making up 4.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, which matches the Greater Adelaide average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
9.1% of adults in Smithfield (SA) hold a university qualification, including 7.0% with a bachelor degree and 1.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.9% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The locality experiences educational hurdles, with university qualification rates (9.1%) sitting significantly below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a difficulty and a chance for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 7.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.5%) and graduate diplomas (0.6%). Practical and technical skills are common, with 37.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, which include advanced diplomas (7.1%) and certificates (29.9%). Enrollment in education is remarkably strong, with 34.0% of residents currently taking part in formal learning. This comprises 14.7% in primary school, 8.4% in high school, and 4.4% enrolled in tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Smithfield (SA) reaches 18 stops on 22 routes, timetabled for about 2,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 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 indicates there are 18 active transport stops in Smithfield, consisting of a combination of train stations and bus stops. These stops are served by 22 individual routes, which collectively provide 2,783 weekly passenger trips. Access to transport is classified as good, with residents generally situated 233 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is a primarily residential area, most residents travel outwards to work, with the car remaining the main mode of transport at 90%, followed by bus at 8%. Car ownership averages 1.0 per dwelling, which is below the regional average.
A relatively low 6.1% of residents work from home (2021 Census; this may reflect conditions during COVID-19). Service frequency averages 397 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 154 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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60.6% of residents in Smithfield (SA) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 96% of areas nationally. 8.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 8.2 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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Significant health issues are apparent in Smithfield, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, with various health conditions impacting both younger and older cohorts, and the proportion of people with private health insurance is extremely low at approximately 47% of the total population (~1,276 people). This compares to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions in the locality were mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 12.2 and 10.0% of residents, respectively, while 60.6% reported having no medical ailments, compared to 67.9% across Greater Adelaide.
The working-age population experiences significant health challenges, marked by elevated rates of chronic conditions. The area has 16.4% of residents aged 65 and over (449 people), which is lower than the 19.2% in Greater Adelaide. Health outcomes for seniors present some challenges, with national rankings generally matching those of the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
28.4% of Smithfield (SA) residents were born overseas and 20.5% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.4%) and Australian (25.8%). 3.2% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Smithfield exhibits greater cultural diversity than the vast majority of local markets, with 28.4% of its population born overseas and 20.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The leading religion in Smithfield is Christianity, accounting for 36.1% of the population. However, the most notable overrepresentation is Islam, which accounts for 8.6% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Adelaide average of 3.0%. Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest groups in Smithfield are English at 30.4% of the population, Australian at 25.8% of the population, and Other at 15.2% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional average of 9.7%.
In addition, there are notable differences in the representation of other ethnic backgrounds: Hungarian is overrepresented at 0.4% of Smithfield (compared to 0.3% regionally), German stands at 4.3% (compared to 5.1%) and Welsh is at 0.6% (compared to 0.6%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Smithfield (SA) is 34, younger than 76% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 30.1% 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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At 34 years, the median age in Smithfield is considerably lower than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and also below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide, Smithfield has a higher proportion of residents aged 15 - 24 (15.8%) but fewer people aged 75 - 84 (5.1%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has expanded from 13.5% to 15.8% of the population, while the 35 to 44 age bracket increased from 11.6% to 12.7%. In contrast, the 55 to 64 cohort declined from 11.4% to 10.2%.
Demographic modeling indicates that Smithfield's age distribution will change significantly by 2041. The 45 to 54 cohort has the strongest projected growth at 42%, adding 122 residents to reach a total of 416.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Smithfield (SA)
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 — 86 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,482 at the 2021 Census → 2,743 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 (SAL41346). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.