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Tranmere (Tas.) has an estimated 2,730 residents, up from 2,218 at the 2021 Census — a change of 512 people, or 23.1%. Growth has averaged 5.0% a year over five years, faster than 92% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 69.0% of that increase. That puts 958 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 census figures and subsequent address validations from AreaSearch, the suburb of Tranmere (Tas.) has an estimated population of 2,730 as of May 2026. This represents an increase of 512 people (23.1%) since the 2021 Census, when the population was recorded at 2,218 people. This projection builds on an Estimated Resident Population of 2,715 from the June 2025 ABS release, combined with 75 validated new addresses confirmed since the census. The population density stands at 957 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical suburban benchmarks. With a 23.1% growth rate since the 2021 census, the suburb of Tranmere (Tas.)
significantly outpaced the wider SA4 region (3.9%) and Greater Hobart, positioning it as a regional growth leader. This expansion was largely fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 69.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. Projections for the suburb of Tranmere (Tas.) incorporate ABS and Geoscience Australia data published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. In instances where specific SA2 areas lack coverage, or to project age cohort changes beyond 2032, population models rely on the Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2022 (with a 2021 base year), adjusted using a weighted aggregation method from LGA to SA2 levels. Due to these demographic developments, the suburb of Tranmere (Tas.) is expected to experience population growth above the national median, expanding by 623 persons by 2041 based on these aggregated SA2 estimates, which represents a total increase of 22.3% over the 16 years.
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92 new dwellings have been approved in Tranmere (Tas.) over the past five years, an average of 18 a year. That places the area in the 70th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 15, 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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Data on building approvals indicates that Tranmere averages roughly 18 residential properties approved annually, culminating in approximately 92 homes over the past 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 14 approvals have been documented. With an average of 6.3 new residents for every home completed between FY-21 and FY-25, supply is lagging behind local demand, which tends to intensify buyer competition and drive up prices. The average construction value of these new properties is $586,000, showing that developers are prioritizing the high-end residential market. Furthermore, $3.7 million in commercial approvals was registered during the current financial year, highlighting that the area remains predominantly residential.
Compared to the broader Greater Hobart region, Tranmere exhibits elevated building activity, running 31.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year period, which offers options for buyers while supporting local property values, even though construction rates have slowed of late. Recent additions have consisted entirely of detached dwellings, maintaining the low-density character of the neighborhood and attracting buyers looking for extra space. There are approximately 242 people for every residential approval, suggesting capacity for future residential development. Long-term forecasts indicate Tranmere will add 608 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimates. Current construction levels are keeping reasonable pace with this projected population growth, though buyers might experience increased competition as the local population grows.
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AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Tranmere (Tas.), worth an estimated $800 million. A further 22 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.35 billion. 2 are already under construction and 5 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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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Local infrastructure projects, major works, and planning schemes are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a single development project likely to influence this location. Important regional initiatives include the Droughty Peninsula Structure Plan, the Hobart City Deal, the Greater Hobart Urban Growth Boundary Extension, and the Tasmanian Irrigation Schemes: Tranche 3, with the most relevant local details listed below.
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Droughty Peninsula Structure Plan
A long-term strategic planning framework led by Clarence City Council for 388 hectares of land on the Droughty Peninsula. The plan, which incorporates the approved Skylands Masterplan, envisions a series of six walkable neighborhoods totaling approximately 2,600 to 3,000 dwellings over a 20-25 year period. Key features include 100 hectares of open space, active transport corridors, and potential ferry connectivity to Hobart. As of May 2026, the project is in the post-consultation analysis phase, with the council incorporating feedback from Phase 2 engagement into the Draft Structure Plan while addressing Tasmanian Planning Commission queries regarding landslide hazards and urban growth boundaries.
Glebe Hill Childcare Centre
Purpose-built early learning centre developed by Tipalea Partners adjacent to Glebe Hill Village. The 106-place centre is operated by Green Leaves Early Learning and commenced operations during 2026, helping address childcare demand in Hobart's south-east.
Clarence Street, Howrah Affordable Housing Development
Rezoning of approximately 1300 square meters of surplus land from Utilities to General Residential Zone via a Housing Land Supply Order to enable the development of up to 4 dwelling units for social and affordable housing. The land is being prepared for transfer to Homes Tasmania for subdivision and housing development.
Oceana Phase 2 Master Plan
An approved master plan for integrated conservation management and limited residential development (Coventry Rise and Oceana Rise) on the Rokeby Hills above Howrah and Tranmere. It proposes bushland lots and residential clusters close to nature, providing for various residential living styles and maintaining bushland for conservation and public open space.
Glebe Hill Village
A 6,002 square metre neighbourhood shopping centre anchored by Coles and a 24-hour McDonald's drive-thru, plus Priceline Pharmacy, Liquorland, and 16 specialty stores. Opened in August 2022, it is noted as Tasmania's most technologically and environmentally advanced neighbourhood centre with solar array, EV chargers, and smart-tech features. The centre was sold by Tipalea Partners to a Charter Hall managed fund for $50.25 million in January 2025.
Clarence City Heart Plan
A council-led precinct and urban renewal framework for Clarence's city centre covering Rosny Park, Kangaroo Bay and Bellerive. The 2024-25 final draft identifies eight linked precincts and sets long-term directions for housing diversity, public spaces, culture, movement and economic growth. Community re-engagement ran Dec 2024 to Feb 2025 with strong support reported in March 2025; the plan remains in the planning phase pending final endorsement.
Lauderdale Primary School
The Tasmanian Government will undertake a $6.5 million upgrade of Lauderdale Primary School to provide additional contemporary learning spaces, amenities and replacement of outdated outdoor play areas. This includes the construction of new general learning areas and car park upgrades to address increasing student enrollment and provide modern facilities.
Sandy Bay Ferry Terminal
New passenger ferry terminal at Lords Beach in Sandy Bay to expand the River Derwent ferry network. Facilities currently proposed include a kiosk, toilets, bicycle storage and e-mobility charging, with improved pedestrian and cycling links. Hobart City Council confirmed Lords Beach as the preferred location (Dec 2024) and ran community engagement in March 2025. Findings support progressing to detailed design and planning approvals.
1,615 residents of Tranmere (Tas.) are employed, from a labour force of 1,626. Unemployment sits at 0.7%, with participation at 71.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 2,344, about 86% 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 local workforce is highly educated with significant representation in essential service sectors, an unemployment rate of just 0.7%, and an estimated job growth of 4.5% over the past year. In March 2026, 1,615 residents were employed, and the local unemployment rate of 3.7% sat below the Greater Hobart rate of 4.4%. Workforce participation is high at 71.0% compared to the regional average of 63.8%. According to census data, a low 11.6% of residents worked from home, although this figure was likely influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. The primary employment industries for local residents are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training.
The concentration of workers in public administration & safety is notable, sitting at 1.3 times the regional average. In contrast, accommodation & food services is underrepresented, accounting for 4.6% of employment compared to the regional average of 8.0%. A comparison of the working population to the resident population indicates that this highly residential suburb offers few local jobs. Analysis of statistical area data shows that over the 12-month period, employment rose by 4.5% and the labor force grew by 4.4%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. By contrast, Greater Hobart experienced a 0.1% decline in employment, a 0.2% expansion in the labor force, and a 0.3 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future local demand. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce profile to estimate future growth. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates vary widely by industry. Applying these trends to the local industry mix suggests employment among residents could rise by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years.
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Median household income in Tranmere (Tas.) is $2,435 a week (about $127,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,046 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $67,705 a year against an average of $82,323. 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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ATO records for the financial year 2023 show that incomes in the suburb of Tranmere are exceptionally high by national standards, with a median of $67,705 and an average of $82,323. In comparison, Greater Hobart recorded a median income of $54,577 and an average of $65,190. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $75,119 for the median and $91,337 for the average. Census data places household, family, and personal incomes in the 82nd to 88th percentiles nationally.
The largest income group comprises 32.0% of residents (873 people) who earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is consistent with the surrounding region where 32.2% fall into this bracket. The area displays high affluence, with 39.3% earning more than $3,000 per week, which supports upscale retail and services. Residents retain 88.1% of their income after housing costs, showing strong disposable income, and the suburb sits in the 8th decile for the SEIFA index of relative socio-economic advantage and disadvantage.
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Tranmere (Tas.) had 793 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 0% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 12% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $550 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,072 a month. Rent absorbs 22.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing stock in Tranmere at the time of the latest census consisted of 99.1% separate houses and 0.9% other dwelling types such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative accommodation, compared to the Hobart metro breakdown of 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings. Homeownership was high, with 41.1% of properties owned outright, while the remaining homes were mortgaged (47.2%) or rented (11.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,072 and the median weekly rent was $550, compared to regional averages of $1,517 and $350 respectively. On a national level, mortgage repayments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Tranmere (Tas.) counted 793 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 976 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 38% are couples with children, against 36% couples without children. 17% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 81.3% of households, consisting of couples with children at 38.1%, couples without children at 35.9%, and single parents at 7.6%. Non-family households comprise the remaining 18.7%, with single person households accounting for 16.7% and group households making up 1.8%. The median household size is 2.7 people, which is larger than the Greater Hobart average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
34.5% of adults in Tranmere (Tas.) hold a university qualification, including 22.4% with a bachelor degree and 7.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 20.7% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The educational profile of the area is distinct, with university graduation rates at 34.5% of residents aged 15+ years, exceeding the state average of 25.5% and the SA3 average of 28.9%. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 22.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.7% and graduate diplomas at 4.4%. Vocational education is also common, with 32.3% of residents aged 15+ years holding technical qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 20.7%. Enrolment in education is high, with 28.3% of the population studying. This is made up of 9.7% in primary school, 8.4% in high school, and 5.7% in tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Tranmere (Tas.) reaches 21 stops on 69 routes, timetabled for about 4,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 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 services in Tranmere include 21 bus stops. These stops are served by 69 routes, which provide a total of 4,577 passenger trips per week. Transport access is high, with the average distance to a stop being 138 meters. Because the area is mainly residential, most workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars being the primary mode of travel for 91% of commuters, while 7% travel by bus. Households own an average of 1.8 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A relatively low proportion of residents (11.6%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic conditions.
Services average 653 trips per day across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 217 weekly trips for each individual stop.
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67.6% of residents in Tranmere (Tas.) report no long-term health condition. 3.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 59.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 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 outcomes in Tranmere are positive, with low rates of common chronic illnesses and mortality across both younger and older demographics. Private health insurance is common, covering approximately 60% of the population (1,631 people), compared to 51.7% in Greater Hobart. The most common chronic conditions are arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 9.5% and 7.7% of residents respectively. However, 67.6% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 65.5% in Greater Hobart. Health outcomes for residents under 65 are positive. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.7% of the population (565 people), and health outcomes for this older cohort are above average, with national rankings aligning with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Tranmere (Tas.) is largely Australian-born, at 82.3% of residents, with 10.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.3%) and Australian (28.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in the area is lower than average, with 82.3% of residents born in Australia, 91.0% holding citizenship, and 89.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the main religion, practiced by 49.3% of residents. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.6% of the population compared to 0.1% across Greater Hobart. The most common ancestries in the area are English at 31.3%, Australian at 28.9%, and Irish at 8.5%. Certain European ancestries are more common here than in the wider region, with Polish ancestry at 1.3% (compared to 0.8% regionally), Dutch ancestry at 1.7% (compared to 1.5%), and Croatian ancestry at 0.8% (compared to 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Tranmere (Tas.) is 44, older than 76% of areas nationally. 20.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 44 years in Tranmere is higher than the Greater Hobart average of 39 and the national median of 38. The 45 - 54 age group is larger than the regional average, making up 15.4% of the population, while 25 - 34 year-olds are less common at 8.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 85 and over has increased from 1.5% to 3.0%, and the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 6.0% to 7.4%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort fell from 9.7% to 8.1%, and the 65 to 74 age group decreased from 11.4% to 10.3%.
By 2041, demographic shifts are expected to continue, with the 45 to 54 cohort projected to increase by 277 people (66%) from 420 to 698, while the 35 to 44 cohort is projected to shrink by 75 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Tranmere (Tas.)
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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 1 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 — 75 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,218 at the 2021 Census → 2,730 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 (SAL60686). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.