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The median house price in Tweed Heads is $1.63m, with units at $940k. House values have moved 9.7% a year compounded over five years.
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Tweed Heads has an estimated 9,879 residents, up from 9,176 at the 2021 Census — a change of 703 people, or 7.7%. Growth has averaged 1.8% a year over five years. 191 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 50.0% of that increase. That puts 2,627 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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Analyzing population updates from the ABS for the surrounding region, alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Tweed Heads has an estimated population of approximately 9,879 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 703 people (7.7%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 9,176 residents. This shift is calculated from the resident count of 9,855 estimated by AreaSearch using the ABS's June 2025 ERP data release, combined with an additional 191 validated new addresses since the Census. Such population levels result in a density of 2,627 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Tweed Heads in the top quartile of national areas monitored by AreaSearch.
Its 7.7% rate of expansion since the 2021 census outpaced both the SA4 region (3.7%) and the SA3 area, making the suburb of Tweed Heads a leading growth area locally. This upward trajectory was chiefly driven by overseas arrivals, who accounted for roughly 50.0% of the total population increases in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 territories lacking this information, AreaSearch relies on the NSW State Government's SA2 projections published in 2022 using 2021 as the baseline. Age group growth rates from these datasets are applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at upcoming demographic changes, the suburb of Tweed Heads is projected to experience population growth slightly under the median of regional areas nationwide. Aggregated SA2 projections indicate the suburb of Tweed Heads will add 854 residents by 2041, representing a total gain of 8.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
232 new dwellings have been approved in Tweed Heads over the past five years, an average of 46 a year. That places the area in the 67th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 23 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 39% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 85, running ahead of 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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According to building approval figures from the ABS mapped to local statistical areas, Tweed Heads averages about 46 approved dwellings annually. This includes an estimated 232 residential approvals over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and 78 approvals in the current FY-26 period. Over the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, there were an average of 3.7 new residents entering the area for every finished dwelling, showing that supply is running well behind demand. This imbalance typically intensifies buyer competition and drives prices upward. Approved new builds carry an average construction value of $493,000, indicating developers are prioritizing high-end, premium housing.
Additionally, commercial building approvals reached $7.6 million this financial year, pointing to the suburb's primarily residential nature. Per capita building approvals in Tweed Heads are 65.0% higher than the Rest of NSW average, giving purchasers more opportunities, even though construction activity has moderated recently. Approved residential projects consist of 39.0% detached houses and 61.0% medium and high-density formats. This bias toward compact housing creates accessible options for first-time buyers, downsizers, and property investors. The ratio of roughly 361 people for every residential approval highlights a mature market profile. Demographic projections indicate that Tweed Heads will add 830 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Current construction trends suggest that incoming housing volume will easily keep pace with demand, ensuring favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth above estimated forecasts.
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 15 current infrastructure and development projects inside Tweed Heads, worth an estimated $1.68 billion. A further 80 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $22.3 billion. 22 are already under construction and 39 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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Local performance is heavily shaped by updates to infrastructure, primary developments, and planning schemes. AreaSearch has identified 32 projects expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include the Enid Street Residential Towers, the River Terrace Mixed-Use Development, the Tweed Heads Road Infrastructure Upgrades, and the Tweed Heads Social Housing Development, with the main projects highlighted below.
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Tweed Heads Community Facilities Expansion
Expansion of community facilities in Tweed Heads, including upgrades to the library, community centre, and new youth spaces under the Tweed Shire Community Facilities Plan to serve a growing population.
Tweed Mall Redevelopment
An approved 907 million dollar mixed-use town centre renewal in the Tweed Heads CBD, designed to replace the existing single-level shopping mall with a new urban precinct on a 5 hectare site at the gateway to Tweed Heads. The masterplan covers 13 buildings up to 15 storeys, around 1,371 new dwellings (including build-to-rent and seniors living in the first stage), about 39,000 to 45,000 square metres of retail space anchored by three supermarkets, around 13,500 to 14,000 square metres of commercial space, a 52-key hotel, a medical centre, a cinema complex, a childcare centre, a wellness centre and gym, and a central green heart with semi-outdoor public spaces.The Northern Regional Planning Panel granted deferred commencement concept approval in mid-2024. Delivery is planned in three stages over about 15 years. As of early 2026 construction has not commenced and industry reporting through 2025 noted limited on-the-ground progress, with Elanor in late 2025 also seeking to cancel its energy on-selling exemption for the centre, suggesting potential changes to the asset's operating or ownership strategy.
Tweed Heads South Mixed Development
Mixed-use development featuring 89 residential apartments, ground floor retail spaces, and community facilities. Located near Tweed River with water views and modern sustainable design features.
Edify Australia Build-To-Rent Development
Shop-top housing build-to-rent project delivering 34 apartments above ground-floor commercial tenancies on a 1,244 m2 site in central Tweed Heads. Council granted development consent in Aug 2024. Scheme includes basement parking and a rooftop terrace with pool and sustainability features.
Tweed Heads Social Housing Development
Proposed multi-storey social housing development by Homes NSW at 25-27 Boyd Street. Delivered as part of the Northern Rivers Flood Recovery Program, the project will feature 80 dwellings (46 one-bedroom and 34 two-bedroom units), accommodating around 120 new tenants. The facility will include a community room, basement car parking, and accessibility features for seniors with various levels of mobility.
Widening Tweed Coast Road
Tweed Shire Council is widening 6.1km of Tweed Coast Road from Morton Street, Chinderah to Grand Parade, Casuarina from two to four lanes, delivered in six sections. Sections 5 and 6, between the M1 at Chinderah and the Cudgen Road intersection, are the construction priority, jointly funded by the NSW Government Accelerated Infrastructure Fund (75%) and Tweed Shire Council (25%). The upgrade supports safety and capacity for the Tweed Coast townships and the Kings Forest and West Kingscliff growth areas, which are expected to accommodate around 15,000 new residents.Tenders for sections 5 and 6 have been let, with the remaining sections progressing as adjoining land releases proceed.
River Terrace Mixed-Use Development
A 14-storey mixed-use tower with 72 apartments, ground-floor retail, waterside walkways, and basement parking with 93 spaces. The Turner-designed development replaces three houses in the Boat Harbour Precinct, offering river and city views, rooftop facilities, and new pedestrian links to the waterfront.
Mistral Residences
A boutique collection of 53 architecturally designed 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments in a nine-storey residential flat building, setting a new benchmark in contemporary coastal luxury with flowing layouts, rich materiality, and a timeless aesthetic.
4,186 residents of Tweed Heads are employed, from a labour force of 4,350. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 50.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,091, about 82% 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 characterized by strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate sitting at just 3.8%, and a 4.0% rise in job growth over the past year based on aggregated statistical area statistics. By March 2026, employed residents numbered 4,186. The local jobless rate sits 0.3% below the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%, while workforce participation is notably lower at 50.0% compared to the regional figure of 60.6%. Census data shows that a moderate 15.5% of working residents operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, construction, and accommodation & food. The hospitality and food sector is particularly strong, employing workers at 1.4 times the regional rate. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented, accounting for 0.7% of local jobs compared to the regional average of 5.3%. A comparison between local workers and total residents indicates the area is mostly residential and offers a limited pool of local employment. Based on SALM and ABS figures aggregated from regional areas, the year leading to March 2026 saw employment climb by 4.0% and the local labor force grow by 4.5%, leading to a 0.5 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Regional NSW recorded a 0.9% drop in jobs, a 0.4% reduction in the labor force, and a 0.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide a guide for future labor demand. These five and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local industry profile to project employment shifts. Though national employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix indicates employment could rise by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, representing a simple weighted projection based on industry representation rather than local population growth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Tweed Heads is $1,138 a week (about $59,000 a year), with median personal income at $660 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $44,792 a year against an average of $58,092. 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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The latest postcode level tax data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year indicates that incomes in the area are lower than national levels, with a median of $44,792 and an average of $58,092. In comparison, Regional NSW recorded a median income of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median of $49,415 and an average of $64,087 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes between the 9th and 21st percentiles nationally.
The largest income group consists of 29.1% of residents (2,874 people) earning $800 - 1,499 weekly, which differs from the broader region where 29.9% earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Affordability constraints are significant, with residents retaining only 79.9% of their income, placing the area in the 8th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Tweed Heads had 4,149 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 25% detached houses and 45% apartments. 22% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $403 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 35.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 35.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, housing types in the area consisted of 25.0% standalone houses and 75.0% multi-unit formats like townhouses and apartments, compared to Regional NSW where 82.6% are houses and 17.4% are alternative styles. The rate of home ownership was higher than the Regional NSW benchmark, standing at 43.1%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 21.5% and rental properties making up 35.4%. The median monthly mortgage payment matched the Regional NSW average of $1,733, but the median weekly rent of $403 was higher than the regional average of $330.
On a national scale, local mortgage costs sit below the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rental rates exceed the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Tweed Heads counted 4,149 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,467 today, averaging 2.0 people each. 15% are couples with children, fewer than in 94% of areas nationally, against 31% couples without children. 38% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 56.4% of local households, consisting of 14.8% couples raising children, 30.8% couples without children, and 9.8% single parent households. Non-family households represent 43.6% of the area, with single-person homes at 38.4% and group shared households at 5.3%. The median household size of 2.0 individuals is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.1% of adults in Tweed Heads hold a university qualification, including 16.8% with a bachelor degree and 4.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 27.3% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 694 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,026 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 attainment levels are lower than regional averages, with 23.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a university qualification, compared to 32.2% across NSW. This suggests opportunities for further skills training and academic development. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees represent 16.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational qualifications are common, with 39.3% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.0% and certificates at 27.3%. A significant portion of the population, totaling 22.5%, is enrolled in formal studies. This group includes 6.5% in primary schools, 5.2% in high schools, and 3.9% studying at tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Tweed Heads reaches 57 stops on 52 routes, timetabled for about 2,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.9 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 transit options shows 57 public transport stops in operation, consisting of bus services. These stops are connected to 52 separate routes, which provide 1,954 passenger trips each week. Transport access is highly rated, with residents living an average of 196 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute to other areas. Private cars are the primary mode of travel at 86%, while 9% of residents walk and 2% cycle. Household vehicle ownership averages 0.9 per dwelling, which is below the regional average.
A total of 15.5% of residents worked from home at the time of the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 conditions. Bus routes average 279 daily trips in total, which equals approximately 34 weekly passenger trips for every individual stop.
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61.9% of residents in Tweed Heads report no long-term health condition. 8.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 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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Health indicators show favorable conditions for local residents. AreaSearch analysis of mortality rates and illnesses reveals outcomes that align closely with national averages, with low rates of common health issues across younger and older demographics. The level of private health insurance coverage is somewhat low, representing about 50% of the population (~4,933 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues are arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 11.8% and 7.6% of residents, respectively. A total of 61.9% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW.
Health profiles for working-age residents are typical. Residents aged 65 and older make up 35.0% of the community (3,457 people), which exceeds the Regional NSW average of 23.4%. Health profiles for older residents are above average, with national percentiles matching the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Tweed Heads is largely Australian-born, at 77.6% of residents, with 8.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.7%) and Australian (24.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity matches regional averages, with citizens making up 83.6% of the population, 77.6% of residents born in Australia, and 91.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 54.8% of the community. The most distinct variation is in Judaism, which represents 0.2% of the local population compared to 0.1% across Regional NSW. Looking at ancestral backgrounds based on parents' birthplaces, the largest groups are English at 32.7%, Australian at 24.6% (which is below the regional average of 30.0%), and Irish at 11.0%. Some nationalities show higher representation than the regional average, with Spanish at 0.6% (compared to 0.3% regionally), Maori at 0.8% (compared to 0.3%), and New Zealand backgrounds at 0.8% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Tweed Heads is 54, older than 97% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 19.4% 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 54 years is higher than the Regional NSW average of 43 and the national average of 38. Compared to Regional NSW, the 75 - 84 age bracket is overrepresented at 13.0%, while children aged 5 - 14 are underrepresented at 6.9%. The local 75 - 84 cohort also sits above the national share of 6.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort rose from 10.6% to 12.2% of the population, while the 55 to 64 group decreased from 14.4% to 12.5%. Projections for 2041 indicate demographic changes, with the 85+ bracket expected to grow by 302 people (54%), rising from 563 to 866.
Residents aged 65 and older are projected to make up 55% of the total population increase, emphasizing the aging profile of the area, while the 15 to 24 and 55 to 64 brackets will see declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Tweed Heads
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 15 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 — 191 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,176 at the 2021 Census → 9,879 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 (SAL14002). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.