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Svensson Heights has an estimated 3,413 residents, up from 3,334 at the 2021 Census — a change of 79 people, or 2.4%. That puts 1,228 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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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Svensson Heights has a population estimated at around 3,413 as of May 2026. This reflects a rise of 79 people (2.4%) from the 3,334 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This change is inferred from the resident population of 3,412, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025 and 9 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level translates to a density of 1,227 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure for national locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
Interstate migration was the primary driver of population gains, accounting for approximately 82.0% of the overall increase during recent times. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline for each SA2. For any SA2 regions without this data, and for any years after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 data are used. Because these state-level projections lack age breakdowns, AreaSearch applies age cohort growth weightings from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which use 2022 as a base year. Looking ahead, the suburb of Svensson Heights is projected to experience population growth slightly below the median for non-metropolitan Australia, with the local population expected to expand by 312 individuals by 2041 according to combined SA2 projections, representing an overall increase of 9.1% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
32 new dwellings have been approved in Svensson Heights over the past five years, an average of 6 a year. That is 1.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 2, 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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AreaSearch research into ABS building approvals shows the suburb of Svensson Heights averaged approximately 6 approved dwellings annually, resulting in an estimated 32 homes over the last 5 financial years. During the current FY-26 period, 2 approvals have been recorded. With an average of 1.4 additional residents per year for every home built between FY-21 and FY-25, demand and supply appear to be in equilibrium, leading to stable market conditions, although this has slowed to 0.6 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years, indicating a better balance. Newly constructed homes average $603,000 in value, showing developers are concentrating on high-end properties in the premium market.
Commercial approvals have reached $686,000 this financial year, pointing to a market that is mostly residential. Compared to the Rest of Qld, construction activity in the suburb of Svensson Heights is substantially lower, sitting at 70.0% below the regional average per capita. This limited supply of new housing generally supports stronger demand and higher values for established homes. Local building activity also falls below the national average, reflecting the established character of the area and pointing to potential planning constraints. Furthermore, all recent building activity consists of standalone houses, preserving the detached housing style of the suburb and attracting buyers looking for extra space. Developers are building detached homes at a higher rate than the current mix indicates, which was 81.0% at the Census, demonstrating ongoing demand for family residences despite density trends. With roughly 760 people per dwelling approval, the local market is highly mature. Population projections show the suburb of Svensson Heights will add 311 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If current building rates do not increase, housing supply may fall behind population growth, which is likely to increase buyer competition and support property price growth.
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 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Svensson Heights, worth an estimated $5 million. A further 24 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.92 billion. 10 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning decisions can significantly influence regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 4 projects that are expected to affect the local area. Key developments include the Bundaberg Social Housing Program, the Millbank Wastewater Treatment Plant - Inlet Works, New Social Housing in Avoca, and the New Bundaberg Hospital, with the most relevant ones detailed in the list below.
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New Social Housing in Avoca, Bundaberg
Two-stage modular social housing development delivering 46 homes for Queenslanders experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Stage 1 comprising 6 family homes has been completed and occupied. Stage 2 comprising 40 apartments across seven two-storey and two three-storey buildings is now under construction after commencing in late 2025, with completion and tenant occupation expected during mid 2026. The development includes 7-star energy efficient modular homes, communal open space, accessible design and is managed by the Bundaberg Housing Service Centre.
Bundaberg Social Housing Program
Seven new social housing homes in Bundaberg South as part of Homes for Queenslanders plan. Additional social housing opportunities being assessed at government-owned Avoca site.
St Vincent de Paul Social Housing Walkervale Bundaberg
An 81 dwelling social housing development on the corner of Barolin and Maynard Streets in Walkervale, comprising 60 units and 21 single homes delivered under the QuickStarts QLD program. The project is being developed in partnership between St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland Housing and the Queensland Government, with homes to be operated by Vinnies Housing. Construction is progressing following Ministerial Infrastructure Designation approval, delivering long term social and affordable housing with on-site wrap-around support services including furniture and food assistance.
New Bundaberg Hospital
The $1.2 billion New Bundaberg Hospital is a major greenfield development featuring a six-storey clinical building with over 400 beds. The facility includes an expanded emergency department, a rooftop helipad, mental health units, and teaching spaces. It serves as the centerpiece of the Bundaberg Health and Enterprise Precinct, aimed at providing level 5 health services to the growing Wide Bay region while mitigating flood risks associated with the existing hospital site.
Millbank Wastewater Treatment Plant - Inlet Works
Upgrade to the Millbank Wastewater Treatment Plant to unlock the Branyan Local Area Plan and substantial residential housing developments. This project is funded under the Residential Activation Fund.
Svensson Heights Intersection Upgrade
Intersection safety upgrade delivered by Bundaberg Regional Council with Queensland Government support. Works included a raised safety platform with new Give Way signage and tactile indicators, asphalt resurfacing and updated line marking to improve safety and traffic flow at Commercial St, Production St and Brickworks Cct.
Bundaberg East Levee
A $174.7 million flood resilience project featuring a 1.7 km concrete levee along the Burnett River southern bank. The infrastructure includes floodgates, flood doors, and pump stations at Saltwater and Distillery Creeks, designed to protect over 600 properties in Bundaberg East, South, and the CBD from 1% AEP flood events. Recent milestones include the appointment of SMEC and CDM Smith as design consultants and the completion of detailed flood modelling. The project is currently in the detailed design phase following the 2024 Ministerial Infrastructure Designation process.
Bundaberg Aquatic Centre
A state-of-the-art year-round aquatic facility featuring a covered 50m FINA-standard 10-lane competition pool, an indoor 25m lap pool, a heated program/hydrotherapy pool with accessible ramp entry, multipurpose rooms, Reformer Pilates studio, cafe, and equitable access features including ramps, lifts, and hoists. Co-located with the Bundaberg Multiplex to form a high-performance sports precinct. Includes sustainability features such as solar arrays, hybrid heating, and rainwater harvesting. Provides fitness, education, therapy, competition, and recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities, with approximately 165 parking spaces.
1,640 residents of Svensson Heights are employed, from a labour force of 1,711. Unemployment sits at 4.1%, with participation at 58.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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The suburb of Svensson Heights has a balanced labor force consisting of both white and blue collar workers, with solid representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of 4.1%, and an estimated job growth rate of 8.1% over the past year, according to statistical area data compiled by AreaSearch. In March 2026, there were 1,640 employed residents, with the unemployment rate sitting 0.2% above the rate of 3.9% in Regional Qld, while participation in the workforce is notably lower at 58.4% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census records indicate that a low 4.0% of residents worked from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdowns.
The primary employment industries for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The area has a high concentration of health care & social assistance jobs, which are 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, mining is under-represented, employing only 0.6% of the workforce in the suburb of Svensson Heights compared to 3.6% in Regional Qld. Although local jobs exist, comparison of the Census working population against the local population suggests many residents travel outside the suburb for employment. Analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, indicates that over the 12 months to March 2026, employment rose by 8.1% and the labour force grew by 5.2%, which led to a 2.6 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Regional Qld saw much slower progress, with employment up by only 0.1%, the labour force growing by 0.3%, and unemployment increasing by 0.1 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 provide additional context for potential future demand in Svensson Heights. These projections, spanning five and ten-year periods, were overlaid with the local employment profile to estimate growth trajectories. National employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these figures vary considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Svensson Heights's current employment mix, local employment is expected to rise by 6.7% over five years and 14.1% over ten years. Please note that this represents a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localised population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Svensson Heights is $1,054 a week (about $55,000 a year), with median personal income at $574 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $42,366 a year against an average of $52,351. 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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Tax data from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 shows that income levels in the suburb of Svensson Heights are lower than the national average. The median income for taxpayers is $42,366 and the average income is $52,351, compared to $53,146 and $66,593 in Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, estimated incomes would be approximately $47,179 (median) and $58,298 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census shows household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Svensson Heights are in the bottom 5th to 9th percentiles nationwide.
The income distribution reveals that 29.0% of the population (989 people) earn between $400 - 799, whereas the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the largest in the surrounding region at 31.7%. Housing affordability is a major challenge, leaving residents with only 82.8% of their income, which ranks in the 6th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Svensson Heights had 1,348 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 81% detached houses and 1% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 41% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $265 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,213 a month. Rent absorbs 25.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.6%. 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, housing in the suburb of Svensson Heights consisted of 80.9% standalone houses and 19.0% other dwelling types, such as semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to Regional Qld where houses made up 76.4% and other dwellings made up 23.6%. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Svensson Heights matched Regional Qld at 33.1%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (26.1%) or rented (40.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,213 was well below the Regional Qld average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent was $265, compared to $345 in Regional Qld.
Nationally, mortgage payments in the suburb of Svensson Heights are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Svensson Heights counted 1,348 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 85% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 37% 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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Families make up the majority of households at 60.2%, consisting of couples with children at 20.5%, couples without children at 23.1%, and single parent households at 15.3%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 39.8%, with single person households representing 36.8% and group housing making up 3.1%. The median household size is 2.2 individuals, which is smaller than the average of 2.5 in Regional Qld.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.4% of adults in Svensson Heights hold a university qualification, including 10.1% with a bachelor degree and 1.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.7% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Educational attainment is low in the area, with university graduation rates at 13.4%, which is below the national average of 30.4%. This highlights a need for educational support. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.1%, followed by graduate diplomas at 1.7% and postgraduate degrees at 1.6%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 39.4% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (7.7%) and certificates (31.7%). A high proportion of residents are engaged in study, with 25.1% of the population enrolled in education. This consists of 9.0% in primary school, 8.3% in secondary school, and 2.9% studying at the tertiary level.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Svensson Heights reaches 23 stops on 3 routes, timetabled for about 110 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.1 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 bus stops operating in the suburb of Svensson Heights. These stops are served by 3 routes, providing 105 weekly passenger trips. Access to transport is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 170 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential and most workers commute out, with private cars being the main transport mode for 94% of residents. Vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per household, which is below the regional average. A low 4.0% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been affected by COVID-19 rules.
Service frequency averages 15 daily trips across all routes, which is equal to approximately 4 weekly trips for each stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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55.4% of residents in Svensson Heights report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 96% of areas nationally. 13.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 8.5 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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The suburb of Svensson Heights faces significant health challenges, as shown by mortality and chronic illness statistics from AreaSearch, which impact both younger and older age brackets, alongside a low rate of private health insurance held by approximately 48% of the population (~1,636 residents). This is below the 52.5% recorded in Regional Qld and the national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health issues are the most frequent medical conditions, affecting 12.0% and 10.8% of residents, while 55.4% reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Chronic health issues are elevated among working-age residents. Seniors aged 65 and older make up 25.0% of the population (853 people), which is higher than the regional share of 20.4%. Health outcomes for seniors show some difficulties, with national rankings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Svensson Heights is largely Australian-born, at 90.6% of residents, with 4.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (31.5%) and English (30.5%). 4.6% 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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The suburb of Svensson Heights has lower levels of cultural diversity, with citizens making up 91.2% of the population, 90.6% born in Australia, and 95.5% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 53.2% of the population. The most distinct relative overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the population, matching the 0.1% average for Regional Qld. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the top three ancestries in the suburb of Svensson Heights are Australian at 31.5% (higher than the regional average of 26.5%), English at 30.5%, and Irish at 7.5%.
There are also differences in other groups, with German ancestry represented at 6.5% (compared to 4.7% in the region), Australian Aboriginal at 4.6% (compared to 3.9%), and Maori at 0.5% (compared to 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Svensson Heights is 43, older than 76% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 27.3% 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 in the suburb of Svensson Heights is 43 years, higher than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national average of 38. Residents aged 85 and over are highly represented at 4.3% compared to Regional Qld, while the 35 - 44 cohort is less common at 10.9%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 25 to 34 age group grew from 11.7% to 13.6% and the 15 to 24 group rose from 12.1% to 13.7%. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 11.6% to 10.3% and the 55 to 64 group fell from 12.1% to 10.8%.
Projections suggest the age profile will change by 2041, with the 25 to 34 cohort expected to grow the most at 25%, adding 114 people to reach 579, while declines are expected in the 55 to 64 and 5 to 14 cohorts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Svensson Heights
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Oct 2025 10 months ago all 3 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 Oct 2025. | ||
| 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 — 9 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,334 at the 2021 Census → 3,413 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 (SAL32705). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.