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Torquay (Qld) has an estimated 6,782 residents, up from 6,533 at the 2021 Census — a change of 249 people, or 3.8%. That puts 1,566 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 evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside address datasets validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Torquay (Qld) has an estimated population of 6,782 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 249 individuals (3.8%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,533 residents. The projection builds upon the 6,773 residents estimated by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ABS ERP figures, combined with an additional 83 validated new addresses registered since the Census. This population level yields a density of 1,566 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure found across national locations analysed by AreaSearch.
Inward migration from other states was the primary driver of growth, accounting for approximately 64.0% of the overall population increases during recent timeframes. AreaSearch utilises projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 unit, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. Where these are unavailable, or for periods extending past 2032, Queensland State Government projections released in 2023 based on 2021 records are used. Since state-level data lacks age-specific breakdowns, AreaSearch applies proportional distribution weights matching the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections, which use a 2022 baseline. Looking to future trends in the suburb of Torquay (Qld), population expansion is expected to track slightly below the median for non-metropolitan Australia. Projections aggregated at the SA2 level suggest the area will gain 486 residents by 2041, representing a total expansion of 7.0% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
266 new dwellings have been approved in Torquay (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 53 a year. That places the area in the 63rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 64 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 78% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 46, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis by AreaSearch of ABS building approvals allocated from broader statistical areas indicates Torquay averages approximately 53 residential approvals annually, yielding an estimated 266 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, 43 approvals have been logged. With an average of only half a new resident arriving per completed home over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, residential supply is keeping pace with or exceeding demand, expanding choices for buyers and allowing for potential population growth beyond forecasts, while new dwellings carry an average construction value of $420,000.
In addition, commercial approvals total $7.3 million for the current financial year, pointing to a quiet commercial development sector. In comparison to the Rest of Qld, the rate of residential approvals per capita in Torquay is about two-thirds, though it stands in the 92nd percentile among all locations evaluated nationally, following a recent rise in building activity. Dwelling approvals lately consist of 78.0% standalone houses and 22.0% semi-detached options or apartments, maintaining the suburban environment through a focus on detached homes that appeal to buyers seeking extra space. Averaging roughly 70 residents for each new residential approval, the area displays the structural traits of a low-density community. Future forecasts indicate Torquay will add 477 residents by 2041, according to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimation. Based on current building trends, residential supply is positioned to easily satisfy demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially supporting population growth that exceeds current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Torquay (Qld)
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AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Torquay (Qld), worth an estimated $51 million. A further 27 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.88 billion. 10 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, tourism and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and urban planning initiatives play a key role in regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 8 active projects likely to influence the local area. Notable projects include the Marina Square Development, the Sheraton Hervey Bay Resort, the Torquay Beachfront Tourist Park Redevelopment, and the apartment project at 47 Freshwater Street, with the detailed list below highlighting the most relevant undertakings.
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TOPAZ and OPAL Shelly Beach Apartments
Twin luxury beachfront apartment developments by award-winning Walter Iezzi Property Group. TOPAZ features 26 apartments across 7 levels, while OPAL offers 38 units across 6 levels. Both towers offer premium ocean views, quality apartments with modern design, resort-style amenities including pool and gymnasium. Located within the first-ever World Whale Heritage Site at Shelly Beach, within walking distance to Urangan Pier. Construction set to commence in early 2025.
Torquay Caravan Park Upgrade
Following extensive community consultation completed in late 2025, Fraser Coast Regional Council resolved to retain and upgrade the Torquay Caravan Park rather than convert the site to open space or a recreation hub. The project will modernise ageing infrastructure, improve amenities, widen internal roads, provide larger caravan and RV sites and enhance the visitor experience. Detailed design and planning are now progressing, with funding identified in Council's long-term capital works program.
47 Freshwater Street Apartment Development
DA-approved resort-style residential development for a 69-apartment complex (18 x 1-bed, 24 x 2-bed, 27 x 3-bed) across two four-storey buildings with a central pool and recreation area. The project is currently being offered for sale as a 'shovel-ready' development site with a Development Approval from 2024.
Hervey Bay Community Hub
A $108.7 million five-storey civic development revitalising the Pialba city centre. The project features a new 3,650sqm two-level library, a Council Administration Centre, and a Disaster Resilience Centre. It includes community meeting rooms, creative spaces, a large outdoor public plaza for events, and underground parking. As of May 2026, the building structure is complete with the tower crane Hercules removed in February. Works are now focused on internal fit-out, facade cleaning, and 3.6 million dollars in surrounding road and footpath upgrades.The hub is scheduled to open in the second half of 2026.
Hervey Bay Hotel And Apartment Project
A 21-storey project with a Sheraton hotel, residential apartments, conference space, fitness center, rooftop bar, pool, parking, and bike spaces, providing a range of amenities for guests and residents.
The Green Hervey Bay
A 47 hectare master planned residential lifestyle community proposed for Dundowran Beach near Hervey Bay. The scheme includes five gated over 55s lifestyle villages, four premium residential estates, an aged care facility, commercial and recreational precincts, clubhouses, medical facilities and green technology features. Council records show active approvals for Stage 1 bulk earthworks and related reconfiguration approvals, with no clear public evidence that full village construction has commenced.
Sheraton Hervey Bay Resort
A landmark 18-storey mixed-use development featuring a 223-room 5-star Sheraton hotel and approximately 340 luxury residential apartments. The project includes a rooftop bar, multiple swimming pools, world-class conference facilities, a day spa, and ground-floor retail and dining outlets. The development was approved by Fraser Coast Regional Council in July 2024 with a 10-year completion window.
Astro Aero Aircraft Manufacturing Centre
Advanced aircraft design and manufacturing facility at Hervey Bay Airport focused on development and production of next-generation utility transport aircraft. Construction and expansion works continue, with Astro Aero progressing prototype development, hangar upgrades and future permanent facilities within the Avion Aviation Precinct. The company has reported investing about AUD 28 million in the Fraser Coast region while expanding its skilled aerospace workforce.
2,672 residents of Torquay (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 2,858. Unemployment sits at 6.5%, with participation at 47.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,199, about 91% 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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Torquay maintains a balanced workforce distributed across professional and trade roles, with a strong presence of essential services, an unemployment rate of 6.5%, and an estimated 8.8% increase in jobs over the past year, according to AreaSearch statistical aggregations. In March 2026, 2,672 local residents were employed, while the local unemployment rate was 2.6% higher than the Regional Qld benchmark of 3.9%, and the participation rate of 47.5% was well below the Regional Qld figure of 64.3%. Census data indicates a minor 6.0% of the workforce operated from home, though the influence of pandemic restrictions should be taken into account.
The primary employment fields for local workers are health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and retail trade. The workforce is highly concentrated in health care & social assistance, showing a employment share 1.7 times that of the broader region. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 1.0% of local jobs compared to 4.5% across the region. The comparison between the local Census working population and resident counts suggests this residential area offers relatively few local jobs. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader region, the 12 months leading to March 2026 saw employment expand by 8.8% while the labour force grew by 4.5%, leading to a 3.7 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. Over the same period in Regional Qld, employment rose by 0.1%, the workforce grew by 0.3%, and unemployment increased by 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts published in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on expected demand in Torquay. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future patterns. While overall national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates vary by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the local workforce suggests employment in Torquay will rise by 7.2% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, based on a basic weighted calculation that does not factor in local population growth projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Torquay (Qld) is $917 a week (about $48,000 a year), with median personal income at $518 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $40,431 a year against an average of $50,833. 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 ATO postcode data for financial year 2023 published by AreaSearch, tax-paying residents in Torquay earn a median income of $40,431 and an average of $50,833. These figures are below national averages, and compare to a Regional Qld median of $53,146 and average of $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimated values would be roughly $45,024 for the median and $56,608 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places Torquay household, family, and personal incomes between the 1st and 4th percentiles nationally.
The income distribution is dominated by the $400 - 799 range, which includes 34.4% of residents (2,333 individuals), contrasting with the wider region where 31.7% of taxpayers fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 category. The local economic profile indicates widespread budget constraints, with 44.4% of households living on weekly incomes under $800. Financial pressure from housing is high, with just 81.1% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 3rd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Torquay (Qld) had 2,821 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 70% detached houses and 8% apartments. 18% are owned with a mortgage, 39% rented and 42% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,299 a month. Rent absorbs 32.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 32.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential architecture in Torquay at the time of the last Census consisted of 69.6% houses and 30.4% alternative dwellings, such as townhouses, units, or other options, compared to Regional Qld averages of 76.4% and 23.6% respectively. Outright home ownership in Torquay stood at 42.3%, notably higher than the regional average, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (18.4%) or rented (39.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,299 was lower than the Regional Qld average, while the median weekly rent was $300, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345 respectively.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Torquay are much lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent costs remain well below the national level of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Torquay (Qld) counted 2,821 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.1 people each. 14% are couples with children, fewer than in 95% of areas nationally, against 31% 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 59.4% of all local households, consisting of couples with children at 14.1%, couples without children at 31.1%, and single-parent arrangements at 13.1%. The remaining 40.6% are non-family households, which are dominated by single-person households at 36.7%, while group houses account for 3.8%. The median household size of 2.1 residents is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.3% of adults in Torquay (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 10.0% with a bachelor degree and 2.5% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 93% of areas nationally. A further 31.2% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 180 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 884 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 displays lower levels of tertiary education, with university qualification rates of 14.3% falling well below the national benchmark of 30.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 10.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.8%. Vocational qualifications are prominent, with 41.2% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.0% and certificates at 31.2%. A significant portion of local residents, representing 23.8% of the population, are engaged in studies.
This group includes 8.6% enrolled in primary schools, 7.9% attending secondary schools, and 2.7% studying at the tertiary level.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Torquay (Qld) reaches 45 stops on 4 routes, timetabled for about 180 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. 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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Analysis of local transit options shows 45 operational public transport stops in Torquay, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 4 unique routes, which together provide 181 weekly passenger journeys. Transit accessibility is strong, with residents living an average of 191 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the area's residential nature, the majority of workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 92%, and 4% of commuters walking. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.0 per household, below the regional average.
A low 6.0% of local workers worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions. Transit services average 25 daily trips across the network, which equates to roughly 4 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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53.0% of residents in Torquay (Qld) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 91% of areas nationally. 11.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Evaluation of mortality and chronic disease trends by AreaSearch indicates notable health challenges in Torquay, affecting both younger and older demographics, while the level of private health insurance coverage is low, held by approximately 47% of the community (~3,211 individuals). This compares to 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent chronic health conditions locally are arthritis, affecting 14.0% of the population, and mental health challenges, affecting 10.8% of residents, while 53.0% reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Chronic health issues are elevated among the working-age population.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 35.1% of the population (2,380 individuals), which is higher than the Regional Qld proportion of 20.4%. The health metrics for seniors in the area are generally in line with national patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Torquay (Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 80.6% of residents, with 4.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.6%) and Australian (27.2%). 3.8% 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 population of Torquay displays lower cultural diversity than national averages, with citizens representing 86.9% of the population, Australian-born residents accounting for 80.6%, and 95.2% using English as their sole home language. Christianity is the dominant faith, accounting for 51.9% of residents. However, the most distinct religious deviation is Judaism, which represents 0.1% of residents, matching the Regional Qld average of 0.1%. In terms of family origins, the three largest ancestry groups in Torquay are English at 33.6%, Australian at 27.2%, and Irish at 8.8%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds, with German ancestry higher at 5.5% (compared to 4.7% regionally), Scottish ancestry at 8.6% (compared to 7.8% regionally), and Australian Aboriginal ancestry at 3.8% (compared to 3.9% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Torquay (Qld) is 55, older than 97% of areas nationally. 18.9% 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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Torquay has a median age of 55, which is considerably older than the Regional Qld median of 41 and the national median of 38. The suburb contains a higher percentage of residents aged 75 - 84 (13.7%) than Regional Qld, but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (7.9%). The proportion of 75 - 84 year-olds is also higher than the national figure of 6.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 8.6% to 10.0%, and the 35 to 44 cohort grew from 8.4% to 9.6%.
Conversely, the 5 to 14 age bracket fell from 9.4% to 7.9%, and the 65 to 74 demographic decreased from 18.6% to 17.4%. Looking to 2041, demographic models point to notable shifts in local age profiles. The population aged 85 and over is projected to grow by 61% (164 individuals), rising from 271 to 436. This aging trend is prominent, with seniors aged 65 and over accounting for 57% of all projected population growth. In contrast, the 55 to 64 and 5 to 14 age groups are expected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Torquay (Qld)
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 | Jul 2026 last month all 5 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 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 — 83 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,533 at the 2021 Census → 6,782 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 (SAL32859). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.