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Twin Waters has an estimated 3,145 residents, up from 2,966 at the 2021 Census — a change of 179 people, or 6.0%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 93.0% of that increase. That puts 802 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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Evaluating demographics from ABS updates for the broader zone, in addition to address records checked by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Twin Waters has a residency count calculated at approximately 3,145 in May 2026. This indicates a rise of 179 people (6.0%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 2,966 individuals. The trend is derived from a resident headcount of 3,141, calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside 60 validated new addresses added since the Census. This population level translates to a density of 802 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical figures recorded in places studied by AreaSearch.
Throughout the past decade, the suburb of Twin Waters has shown stable expansion with a 1.5% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the Rest of Qld. Growth was primarily supported by international arrivals, who represented roughly 93.0% of the total demographic expansion in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. In instances where SA2 regions lack this information, and for periods past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government for SA2 regions, published in 2023 with a 2021 baseline, are utilized. Note that these state forecasts do not outline specific age categories; therefore, AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings modeled on the ABS Greater Capital Region forecasts (published in 2023 with a 2022 baseline) for each age bracket. Future demographic projections suggest an expansion rate slightly lower than the median for non-metropolitan locations across the country, with the suburb of Twin Waters projected to increase by 262 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 data, representing a rise of 8.2% overall throughout the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
138 new dwellings have been approved in Twin Waters over the past five years, an average of 27 a year. That is 9.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 5, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building permits distributed from statistical regions, Twin Waters has averaged about 27 dwellings with construction approval annually, amounting to roughly 138 residences over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 5 approvals have been documented. With an average of 1.3 new residents per year arriving for each completed home during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, residential supply and demand appear closely aligned, yielding steady conditions, though recent data indicates this has risen to 5.8 people per dwelling over the previous 2 financial years, pointing to rising demand and decreasing availability.
Newly approved buildings carry an average projected construction cost of $503,000, which is higher than regional averages and points to premium construction projects. Compared with the Rest of Qld, Twin Waters presents a higher rate of construction activity (17.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year period), which helps preserve options for buyers while reinforcing established real estate values, even though building pace has slowed down recently. New construction is comprised of 87.0% detached houses and 13.0% multi-unit developments, preserving the established low-density aesthetic of the area with an emphasis on spacious homes for family living. The ratio of 417 people in the region for every residential permit highlights a peaceful, low-turnover construction environment. Forecasts indicate that Twin Waters is on track to add 258 residents by 2041, measured from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly calculations. Following existing building trends, incoming residential supply should easily accommodate this growth, preserving favorable choices for buyers and potentially supporting population expansion beyond current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Twin Waters, worth an estimated $735 million. A further 62 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $12.3 billion. 17 are already under construction and 18 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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, planning choices, and development initiatives are key drivers of regional real estate performance. AreaSearch has highlighted 11 projects likely to influence the local area. Chief among these are Stockland Twin Waters West, New Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme (North Shore Local Plan), Wilkins Park, Pacific Paradise Improvements, and the Sunshine Coast Infrastructure Coordination Plan, with the following directory detailing the most significant entries.
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Stockland Twin Waters
Masterplanned residential community on a 104 hectare site between the Maroochy River and the Sunshine Motorway, on land adjacent to the existing Twin Waters estate. Sunshine Coast Council granted preliminary approval in December 2023 after a decade long approvals process. Site establishment works, including trial embankments to monitor soil settlement, were completed by September 2025, and Stockland is now progressing civil works ahead of main construction. The community was officially launched in May 2026 as Stockland Twin Waters, delivering 450 homesites across waterfront and dry lots, with lot sizes ranging from 500sqm to 1200sqm and an average of about 700sqm.More than half the site is dedicated to open space, including a 17.4ha central lake with a walkable waterfront network, three parks, shared pedestrian and cycling paths, a dedicated kangaroo habitat reserve, and central wetland protection. The first release of 17 homesites is scheduled for late July 2026, with pricing expected from 1.15 million dollars.
Sunshine Coast Infrastructure Coordination Plan
A collaborative infrastructure plan between the Queensland Government and Sunshine Coast Council covering the Sunshine Coast Urban Corridor, a 24 km stretch from Maroochydore to Caloundra encompassing approximately 2,200 ha. The plan coordinates transport, energy, water, education, and health infrastructure to support population growth to 2041. As of 2026, its priorities are being incorporated into the proposed Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2046, which completed formal community consultation in September 2025 and is under post-consultation review.Key infrastructure being delivered includes The Wave public transport system (Stage 2), the Mooloolah River Interchange Upgrade, and the Caloundra Transport Corridor Upgrade.
The Millwell
The Millwell is a mixed-use development featuring 205 apartments across two eight-level towers with ground-floor commercial space. The project includes the Sunshine Coast's first 25-metre rooftop infinity-edge pool, private dining rooms, and 360-degree views spanning the Maroochy River and Sunshine Coast beaches.
Estia Health Twin Waters
A resort-style residential aged care facility that opened in 2017. The facility provides comprehensive care services, including dementia and palliative care, and features amenities such as an onsite caf,, hairdressing salon, and library. It is situated within the Twin Waters Retirement Village, offering a continuum of care for seniors in a prime location near the beach and local shops.
New Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme (North Shore Local Plan)
The Sunshine Coast Council is developing a new planning scheme to replace the 2014 scheme. The North Shore Local Plan, which covers Twin Waters, Mudjimba, Pacific Paradise, and Marcoola, is a key component. The plan aims to guide future development while protecting the area's coastal character, environmental features, and managing constraints like airport operations. The directions propose minimal changes to building heights and urban growth boundaries in Twin Waters, retaining its suburban character.
Habitat, Twin Waters
A limited-edition coastal residential development comprising 14 individual beach homes and 14 beach terraces. Located within the Novotel Resort at Twin Waters, the project offers a blend of urban living with a coastal ambiance, featuring private pools, landscaped gardens, and direct access to Mudjimba Beach. The development was designed by Idle Architecture Studio and built by RCQ Construction.
Maroochydore City Centre
Australia's largest greenfield CBD development on a 53-60 hectare site in Maroochydore. A multi-billion dollar masterplanned project featuring commercial, retail, residential, civic, and cultural facilities, including the Sunshine Coast Council headquarters. Features sustainable precinct design, an automated underground waste collection system, high-speed digital infrastructure, and a submarine cable connection, with transit-oriented design planned for future light rail connectivity.
New Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme Project
Sunshine Coast Council is preparing a new planning scheme to replace the Sunshine Coast Planning Scheme 2014. The proposed scheme sets the land use planning framework for the region, guiding growth, housing diversity, local plans, environmental protection, climate resilience, centres and employment areas. Formal public consultation ran from 15 July to 19 September 2025. Council received around 4,600 formal submissions and is reviewing and responding to issues raised before deciding required changes, preparing a Consultation Report and seeking final State approval.The review is expected to continue well into 2026.
1,243 residents of Twin Waters are employed, from a labour force of 1,274. Unemployment sits at 2.4%, with participation at 44.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,682, about 85% 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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Twin Waters possesses a workforce with high levels of schooling, featuring a strong contingent of white-collar professionals and a jobless rate of only 2.4%, gathered from AreaSearch statistical area compilations. In March 2026, 1,243 residents are employed, and the local jobless rate sits 1.5% below the Regional Qld benchmark of 3.9%, whereas workforce participation is notably lower (44.9% compared to Regional Qld's 64.3%). Census records reveal that a substantial 27.2% of workers performed their duties from home, though this figure reflects Covid-19 health restrictions. The main industries employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade.
The workforce shows a pronounced concentration in professional & technical fields, representing 1.9 times the regional average. Conversely, primary industries like agriculture, forestry & fishing are poorly represented at 0.5% of jobs compared to 4.5% across the wider region. The region appears to contain few local jobs, judging by the comparison between the Census working population and local residents. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader statistical districts reveals that the 12-month period experienced a 2.5% reduction in the labor force alongside a 2.9% drop in jobholders, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1%, the workforce expand by 0.3%, and unemployment tick up by 0.1 percentage points. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context on future demand trends for Twin Waters. These estimates, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been aligned with the local employment distribution to project potential movements. Though nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely across sectors. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce composition suggests employment in Twin Waters could grow by 7.0% over five years and 14.3% over ten years (this represents a direct mathematical weighting for context and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Twin Waters is $1,689 a week (about $88,000 a year), with median personal income at $780 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,774 a year against an average of $64,890. 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 suburb of Twin Waters has income levels that sit below the national average according to financial year 2023 ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch. In the suburb of Twin Waters, taxpayers record a median income of $48,774 and an average of $64,890, while the wider Regional Qld returns figures of $53,146 and $66,593. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, local figures are estimated at roughly $54,315 for the median and $72,262 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that household, family, and personal earnings all place modestly, falling between the 44th and 46th percentiles.
Specifically, 29.7% of the community (amounting to 934 individuals) are in the $1,500 - 2,999 earnings bracket, mirroring the regional trend where 31.7% of residents occupy this tier. Following housing outlays, 86.5% of household earnings is available for general living expenses, placing the region in the 8th decile for SEIFA income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Twin Waters had 1,151 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 74% detached houses and 11% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 12% rented and 58% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $650 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 38.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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During the last Census, the housing mix in Twin Waters stood at 73.9% standalone houses and 26.1% alternative dwellings (including semi-detached properties, units, and other types), compared to Regional Qld's breakdown of 76.4% houses and 23.6% other options. Conversely, home ownership rates in Twin Waters were far higher than the regional average, reaching 58.0%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (30.0%) or occupied by tenants (12.0%). The median monthly home loan payment was significantly above the Regional Qld level at $2,167, and the median weekly rent was $650, compared to regional averages of $1,655 and $345 respectively.
On a national level, home loan payments in Twin Waters are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and typical rents also exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Twin Waters counted 1,151 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,220 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 19% are couples with children, fewer than in 89% of areas nationally, against 55% couples without children. 18% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the bulk of households at 80.3%, which is comprised of 19.2% couples with children, 55.2% couples without children, and 5.5% single-parent homes. The remaining 19.7% consists of non-family setups, where single-person households account for 18.0% and shared households represent 1.5% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.3 individuals is slightly lower than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
29.5% of adults in Twin Waters hold a university qualification, including 20.3% with a bachelor degree and 5.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 89% of areas nationally. A further 21.8% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The educational profile of this community is distinct within the region, with tertiary qualification rates (at 29.5% of residents aged 15+) higher than the Rest of Qld average of 20.6% and the SA4 region level of 24.9%, highlighting local educational attainment. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 20.3%, with postgraduate degrees at 5.9% and graduate diplomas at 3.3%. Practical and trade qualifications are also common, with 35.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, split between advanced diplomas (13.4%) and certificates (21.8%). A significant 20.1% of the local population is enrolled in study.
This group is composed of 6.7% in high school, 5.5% in primary school, and 4.0% attending higher education.
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Getting around Twin Waters means driving: households keep an average of 1.5 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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62.4% of residents in Twin Waters report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 85% of areas nationally. 7.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.3 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 profiles for Twin Waters indicate strong overall wellness, with AreaSearch evaluations of mortality and chronic illnesses showing low rates of standard health problems in all age cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is slightly above the typical SA2 average at roughly 53% of the community (~1,664 people). The primary medical diagnoses among local residents are arthritis and heart disease, affecting 13.0% and 6.7% of the population respectively, while 62.4% reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld. Health statistics for working-age residents are typical.
The suburb has 45.1% of its residents aged 65 and over (1,418 people), which exceeds the Regional Qld rate of 20.4%. Health outcomes among older residents are strong, with nationwide rankings corresponding well with the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
27.7% of Twin Waters residents were born overseas and 6.0% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (37.0%) and Australian (21.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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In terms of cultural diversity, Twin Waters aligns closely with regional averages, with 72.3% of residents born in Australia, 87.7% holding citizenship, and 94.0% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 60.3% of the community. However, the most pronounced religious deviation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.4% of the population compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld. Regarding ancestral backgrounds (parents' countries of birth), the three largest heritages in Twin Waters are English at 37.0% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 29.6%, Australian at 21.9%, and Scottish at 9.7%.
There are also differences in several other backgrounds: French heritage is overrepresented at 0.9% (compared to 0.5% regionally), Welsh heritage at 0.8% (compared to 0.5%), and German heritage at 6.1% (compared to 4.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Twin Waters is 60, older than 98% of areas nationally. 13.8% 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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With a median age of 60, Twin Waters is much older than the Regional Qld average of 41 and the national average of 38 years. The 65 - 74 age group is heavily represented at 23.1% compared to Regional Qld, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 6.1%. This 65 - 74 demographic is much larger than the national average of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 14.1% to 16.9% of the population, and the 25 to 34 group rose from 4.0% to 6.1%.
Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 11.3% to 8.3%, and the 55 to 64 group decreased from 18.8% to 16.3%. Age modeling indicates the local age profile will transform by 2041. The 85+ cohort is projected to expand by 71% (114 people), rising from 160 to 275. Aging trends persist as residents aged 65 and older represent 78% of the anticipated growth. Meanwhile, the school-age cohorts of 5 to 14 and 15 to 24 will experience declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Twin Waters
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 | Aug 2026 this 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 Aug 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 — 60 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,966 at the 2021 Census → 3,145 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 (SAL32890). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.