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Townview has an estimated 2,033 residents, down from 2,067 at the 2021 Census — a change of 34 people, or 1.6%. The population has thinned by an average 0.9% a year over five years, slower than 97% of areas nationally. That puts 1,799 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 assessments of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside recent address validation conducted by AreaSearch after the Census, the suburb of Townview has an estimated population of 2,033 as of May 2026. This represents a contraction of 34 people (1.6%) since the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 2,067 residents. This shift is derived from the resident population of 2,033, calculated by AreaSearch through analyzing the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) and address verification since the Census. Such a population size results in a density ratio of 1,799 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical average across locations evaluated nationally by AreaSearch.
The area's population changes were chiefly driven by natural increase, which accounted for approximately 65.0% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. In instances where SA2 regions lack this coverage, or for years past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government for SA2 regions, published in 2023 using 2021 data, are utilized. Note that these state-level projections lack age splits; consequently, AreaSearch distributes growth weightings across age groups based on the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023 using 2022 data). Looking at upcoming demographic shifts, calculations point toward a reduction in the overall head count, with the suburb of Townview projected to lose 26 residents by 2041 under this approach. Conversely, certain age groups are expected to expand, particularly individuals aged 85 and over, which is projected to grow by 44 people. Please review the age statistics for further details.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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The suburb of Townview exhibits very quiet building trends, with fewer than one new home approved on average each year, summing to a total of 3 over the last five years. Minimal building activity of this type is common in rustic locations where housing requirements are small and building works are naturally restricted by local demand and public infrastructure. Because approval volumes are so low, annual growth rates and comparative percentages can fluctuate widely depending on individual building tasks. The suburb of Townview has a level of building activity that is substantially lower than what is observed in the Rest of Qld.
The overall building trend also sits far below national averages. With population projections remaining flat or declining, the suburb of Townview might see reduced pressure on housing, which could present advantageous conditions for purchasers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Townview
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 12 current infrastructure and development projects close to Townview, worth an estimated $1.09 billion. 3 are already under construction and 3 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, energy and health & medical. 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 planning decisions, and new developments have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has tracked 4 key projects that are expected to influence this locality. The main initiatives include the Mount Isa Mines - Black Star Open Cut Project, the Mount Isa Future Ready Economy Roadmap, the Mount Isa Police Accommodation and Justice System Resourcing, and the Essential Pipeline Works - City Low and high Systems, with the following details focusing on those of greatest local significance.
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Residential Activation Fund - Central Queensland Allocation
The Residential Activation Fund is a 2 billion dollar program aimed at accelerating housing supply by funding critical trunk infrastructure such as water supply, sewerage, stormwater, and transport. At least 1 billion dollars is specifically earmarked for regional areas outside South East Queensland. Round 2 of the fund opened in early 2026, with funding announcements for successful projects expected from July 2026. The program targets construction-ready projects to fast-track the delivery of new homes.
Urban Public Housing - Peko Road
A $3.4 million project, part of a larger program to increase public housing supply. The project saw the construction of six new 1-bedroom units for individuals on the Northern Territory's social housing waitlist.
Venture Housing - Social and Affordable Homes
A $6.9 million partnership between Venture Housing, Housing Australia, the Northern Territory Government and the Australian Government delivered twelve new two-bedroom social and affordable homes across three adjoining sites in Tennant Creek. Venture Housing developed the homes and contributed land plus $1.5 million toward costs, supported by a $3 million Housing Australia grant, a $1.9 million joint Barkly Regional Deal grant, and a $500,000 NT Government capital grant. Habitat (NT) Pty Ltd was the building contractor.The development comprises five social and seven affordable homes, providing housing for older women at risk of homelessness, women and children fleeing domestic violence, and Aboriginal people eligible for social or affordable housing. Construction began in June 2024 and the project was confirmed completed by mid-2025.
Territory Energy Link
A multi-user, multi-asset infrastructure corridor running approximately 670km from near Elliott to the Middle Arm Precinct in Darwin. Formerly known as the Tennant Creek to Darwin Infrastructure Corridor, the project is currently in Stage 2 (feasibility phase) of a four-stage program, following completion of a 2024 prefeasibility study that identified a preliminary alignment within a 530m wide study area. The final corridor is expected to be approximately 130m wide and will support buried services including gas, water, optical fibre and future hydrogen pipelines, connecting the Beetaloo Sub-basin to the Middle Arm Precinct and other strategic infrastructure in Darwin.The NT Government will plan, secure and manage the corridor land, while individual pipelines and utilities will be delivered by industry proponents under separate approvals. In 2025 the government awarded a tender to CNC Project Management Pty Ltd for specialist technical advisory services, targeting a development-ready 670km priority section by 2028.
Tennant Creek Aviation and Accommodation Hub
Airport Development Group (ADG) has released a draft concept plan for a staged $30-35 million upgrade of Tennant Creek Airport to support regional aviation and logistics growth in the Barkly region. The plan proposes extending and strengthening the main runway for regular jet operations, expanding the apron for fixed-wing and rotary FIFO connections, upgrading the terminal and car park, modernising electrical systems and signage, and delivering an Essential Key Worker Accommodation Precinct for up to 100 personnel to support government, defence and industry operations.The project targets capacity growth to 100,000 passengers annually and has the support of the Barkly Regional Council and NT Government agencies.
Longreach Hospital Upgrade
An AUD10 million upgrade of the Longreach Hospital, which included the redevelopment of half the hospital, a full mechanical services upgrade, and a new Aramac Primary Health Centre. The project was completed in 2019.
Longreach Recreational Precinct
A $2.25 million project funded by the Australian Government's Growing Regions Program. The project will include a new fenced dog park, a pump track, a half basketball court, a botanical walkway, and shaded playgrounds with all-abilities elements, complementing the existing skate park.
Longreach Solar Farm
A 17.4 MW solar photovoltaic project developed by Canadian Solar, which began commercial operation in May 2018. The project consists of 51,330 solar panels.
1,073 residents of Townview are employed, from a labour force of 1,122. Unemployment sits at 4.4%, with participation at 73.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,502, about 74% 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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The suburb of Townview has a balanced labor market consisting of both professional and industrial workers, with manufacturing and industrial sectors having a significant footprint, and an unemployment rate of 4.4%, according to AreaSearch's compiled regional statistics. As of March 2026, 1,073 local citizens are employed, with the unemployment rate sitting 0.5% above the Regional Qld rate of 3.9%, and labor force participation is exceptionally high at 73.4% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census records indicate that a minor 1.6% of residents worked from their homes, though this may have been influenced by Covid-19 health restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are mining, health care & social assistance, along with public administration & safety. The locality displays a major specialization in mining, where the employment proportion is 8.8 times higher than the regional average. On the other hand, construction represents a minor portion of the workforce at 2.8% compared to 10.1% across the region. This highly residential locality appears to provide sparse local job positions, as demonstrated by the comparison of Census workers to the resident population. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader geographic areas, the labor force shrank by 1.1% during the year ending March 2026, while employment fell by 0.9%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point decline in unemployment. Conversely, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1% and the labor force expand by 0.3%, leading to a 0.1 percentage point increase. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional context on future demand in the suburb of Townview. These projections, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been aligned with local workforce profiles to estimate employment trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely across different industries. Applying these sector projections to the local workforce mix suggests that employment in the suburb of Townview could rise by 5.1% over five years and 12.0% over ten years, keeping in mind that this is a basic weighted projection for visualization and does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Townview is $2,144 a week (about $111,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,075 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $66,326 a year against an average of $76,082. 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 compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year indicates that the suburb of Townview has income levels that sit well above the national average. Local taxpayers record a median income of $66,326 and an average income of $76,082, compared to Regional Qld benchmarks of $53,146 and $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $73,861 for the median and $84,725 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Townview are positioned high, placing between the 74th and 84th percentiles nationally.
The largest income bracket contains 33.2% of residents (674 residents) who earn between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, which aligns with the broader regional pattern of 31.7% in this bracket. Economic capacity is highlighted by the 31.7% of households that generate weekly incomes above $3,000, which helps support local retail trade. After meeting housing costs, residents retain 88.3% of their earnings, indicating strong financial flexibility.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Townview had 664 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 77% detached houses and 3% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 57% rented and 15% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $253 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,625 a month. Rent absorbs 11.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 17.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in the suburb of Townview, measured at the time of the last Census, consisted of 77.2% detached houses and 22.8% alternative dwellings such as semi-detached homes, units, and other housing types, compared to Regional Qld averages of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Townview lagged behind Regional Qld at 14.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (28.7%) or renting tenants (56.6%). The median monthly home loan payment was below the Regional Qld average at $1,625, while the median weekly rent was registered at $253, compared to Regional Qld averages of $1,655 and $345.
On a national level, mortgage payments in the suburb of Townview are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels are also considerably below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Townview counted 664 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.7 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 22% couples without children. 28% 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 68.5%, consisting of 30.3% couples with children, 22.1% couples without children, and 15.2% single parent households. Non-family households represent the remaining 31.5% of the total, with lone person households making up 27.7% and group houses accounting for 3.3%. The median household size of 2.7 residents is slightly higher than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
15.7% of adults in Townview hold a university qualification, including 11.3% with a bachelor degree and 2.3% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 85% of areas nationally. A further 32.1% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 203 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 773 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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Educational outcomes in the area show areas for improvement, with university graduation rates at 15.7%, which is well below the Australian benchmark of 30.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 11.3%, followed by postgraduate studies at 2.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.1%. Vocational and technical abilities are prominent, with 40.0% of citizens aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, comprised of advanced diplomas at 7.9% and certificates at 32.1%. School and study enrollment rates are high, with 33.4% of local residents actively enrolled in an educational program.
This includes 14.5% attending primary school, 9.5% in high school, and 1.7% enrolled in higher education courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Townview means driving: households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.5% of residents in Townview report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 81% of areas nationally. 5.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 8.0 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health statistics point to notable concerns for the suburb of Townview, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and chronic disease indicators, with common health conditions present across both younger and older cohorts, alongside an exceptionally high rate of private health insurance coverage at roughly 57% of the population (~1,165 people). This compares to 52.5% across Regional Qld. The most prevalent health issues in the area were asthma and mental health concerns, which affect 7.0 and 5.9% of residents respectively, while 74.5% of the population reported no chronic health conditions, compared to 67.6% in Regional Qld.
Residents aged under 65 show better health profiles than average. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 11.4% of the local population (231 people), which is below the Regional Qld proportion of 20.4%. Health conditions among local seniors present several difficulties, with national performance metrics generally mirroring the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Townview is largely Australian-born, at 79.9% of residents, with 12.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (23.4%) and English (22.3%). 16.7% 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 Townview shows elevated levels of cultural diversity, with 20.1% of its population born outside of Australia and 12.7% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation in the suburb of Townview, accounting for 52.0% of the population, which compares to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Looking at ancestral backgrounds (parents' place of birth), the three most common heritages in the suburb of Townview are Australian at 23.4% of the population, English at 22.3% (which is lower than the regional rate of 29.6%), and Australian Aboriginal at 16.7% (which is substantially higher than the regional average of 3.9%).
There are also notable differences in the concentration of other backgrounds: Maori residents make up 2.4% of the suburb of Townview (compared to 0.8% regionally), Filipino residents account for 3.9% (compared to 0.9%), and Samoan residents represent 1.0% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Townview is 31, younger than 93% of areas nationally. 31.9% 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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The median age in the suburb of Townview is 31 years, which is younger than the Regional Qld average of 41 years and the national average of 38 years. Residents aged 25 - 34 are heavily represented at 19.0% compared to Regional Qld, while the 65 - 74 age group is less common at 5.3%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age range has increased from 17.6% to 19.0% of the total population. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 10.2% to 8.4% and the 5 to 14 age group fell from 17.5% to 16.0%.
Demographic projections for 2041 suggest major population changes. The 85+ cohort is expected to increase significantly, growing by 43 people (97%) from 44 to 88. The combined age brackets from 65 upward will make up 52% of overall population growth, showing the area's aging trend. On the other hand, the 45 to 54 and 5 to 14 age groups are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Townview
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. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,067 at the 2021 Census → 2,033 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 (SAL32868). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.