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Urangan has an estimated 12,557 residents, up from 10,988 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,569 people, or 14.3%. Growth has averaged 3.0% a year over five years, faster than 83% of areas nationally. 562 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 84.0% of that increase. That puts 833 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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Drawing on an examination of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Urangan has an estimated population of 12,557 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,569 individuals (14.3%) since the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 10,988 residents. The variation is deduced from the resident population of 12,433, calculated by AreaSearch after analyzing the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and incorporating an additional 562 validated new addresses post-Census. This population size results in a density ratio of 833 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with the average across locations reviewed by AreaSearch.
The suburb of Urangan's 14.3% expansion since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of Qld (9.2%) and the national benchmark, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Population increases in the area were largely propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 84.0% of total population additions in recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this data, and for periods after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 records are applied. These state-level projections omit age group breakdowns; consequently, AreaSearch distributes proportional growth weightings matching the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, based on 2022 records) for each age cohort. Looking at future demographics, regional areas nationwide are projected to experience above-median population growth, with the suburb of Urangan expected to expand by 2,512 residents to 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing an overall increase of 19.0% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
749 new dwellings have been approved in Urangan over the past five years, an average of 149 a year. That places the area in the 94th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 12 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 165 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 80% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 168, 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approvals distributed from statistical area records, the suburb of Urangan has averaged roughly 149 new residential approvals yearly, amounting to an estimated 749 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26154 approvals have been logged. An average of 2.3 new residents were added per year for every home built between FY-21 and FY-25, pointing to solid demand that supports property values, with new dwellings showing an average construction cost of $366,000. Additionally, $8.2 million in commercial approvals have been registered during this financial year, highlighting that the locality is predominantly residential.
In comparison to the Rest of Qld, the suburb of Urangan displays similar levels of construction activity per capita, preserving a market equilibrium aligned with the broader region. This rate is considerably higher than the national standard, indicating robust developer optimism in the area. Recent building activity is composed of 80.0% standalone houses and 20.0% medium and high-density developments, maintaining a low-density profile with a focus on detached homes that appeal to buyers looking for space. With approximately 68 people per residential approval, the suburb of Urangan exhibits the traits of an expanding area. Looking forward, the suburb of Urangan is projected to add 2,388 residents by 2041 based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures. Under current construction trends, the supply of new housing is expected to easily satisfy demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially enabling population growth to outstrip current forecasts.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Urangan, worth an estimated $572 million. A further 25 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.88 billion. 10 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, tourism and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major developments, and urban planning changes have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 13 projects expected to influence the local area. Key projects include the Urangan Boat Harbour Master Plan, the 632-633 Esplanade Mixed-Use Development, the Astro Aero Aircraft Manufacturing Centre, and the Urangan Pier Rehabilitation and Coastal Protection Project, with the most relevant ones detailed in the list below.
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Urangan Boat Harbour Master Plan
A strategic 30-year blueprint fast-tracked by the Queensland Government to revitalise the Urangan State Boat Harbour. The plan focuses on enhancing deep-water access, upgrading berthing facilities, and fostering tourism growth as a gateway to K'gari and the Great Sandy Marine Park. It integrates the $60 million Marina Square mixed-use development and aims to improve public realm connections with the Hervey Bay Esplanade. Technical assessments and stakeholder engagement are currently informing the draft framework to stimulate regional economic activity.
Astro Aero Aircraft Manufacturing Centre
Advanced aircraft design and manufacturing facility at Hervey Bay Airport focused on development and production of next-generation utility transport aircraft. Construction and expansion works continue, with Astro Aero progressing prototype development, hangar upgrades and future permanent facilities within the Avion Aviation Precinct. The company has reported investing about AUD 28 million in the Fraser Coast region while expanding its skilled aerospace workforce.
632-633 Esplanade Mixed-Use Development
Approved mixed-use development in the Urangan Boat Harbour Precinct featuring 28 townhouses (24 two-bedroom and 4 three-bedroom SOHO units) plus a retail/food tenancy. The site has MCU approval and is zoned for high-density mixed use, positioned opposite the marina and beach as part of Council's masterplan to create a vibrant urban destination with boutique commercial uses, restaurants and shops.
Sheraton Hervey Bay Resort
A landmark 18-storey mixed-use development featuring a 223-room 5-star Sheraton hotel and approximately 340 luxury residential apartments. The project includes a rooftop bar, multiple swimming pools, world-class conference facilities, a day spa, and ground-floor retail and dining outlets. The development was approved by Fraser Coast Regional Council in July 2024 with a 10-year completion window.
Homes for Queenslanders - Torquay Social Housing
A social housing project featuring 10 one-bedroom units suitable for single people, couples, seniors, young people and people with disability. Built by Murphy Builders incorporating liveable housing design guidelines.
Urangan Pier Rehabilitation and Coastal Protection Project
Two interconnected projects completed in July 2025 to preserve the historic 868-meter Urangan Pier and protect the coastline. The pier rehabilitation involved timber repairs, new railings and kerbs, heritage restoration, and repainting. The coastal protection component constructed a 150-meter rock revetment seawall extension using 9,300 tonnes of rock to protect against coastal erosion and safeguard critical infrastructure.
Hervey Bay Airport Redevelopment
Two-stage redevelopment of the Hervey Bay Airport, including improvements to the main runway, taxiways, and the construction of a specialised aviation and associated supply chain industry subdivision. The project supports regional connectivity, tourism growth, and enhances aviation infrastructure to meet Australian design and safety standards.
Torquay Caravan Park Upgrade
Following extensive community consultation completed in late 2025, Fraser Coast Regional Council resolved to retain and upgrade the Torquay Caravan Park rather than convert the site to open space or a recreation hub. The project will modernise ageing infrastructure, improve amenities, widen internal roads, provide larger caravan and RV sites and enhance the visitor experience. Detailed design and planning are now progressing, with funding identified in Council's long-term capital works program.
5,165 residents of Urangan are employed, from a labour force of 5,398. Unemployment sits at 4.3%, with participation at 48.7%. 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. 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 Urangan has a balanced labor force consisting of white-collar and blue-collar workers, with a strong presence in essential service sectors, an unemployment rate of 4.3%, and an estimated job growth of 8.2% over the last year, according to AreaSearch's compilation of regional statistical data. As of March 2026, 5,165 residents are employed, with the jobless rate sitting 0.4% higher than the Regional Qld level of 3.9%, while workforce participation is notably lower at 48.7% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld. Census records indicate a modest 8.9% of employed residents worked from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.
The primary employment fields for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food. The area displays a strong concentration in health care & social assistance, with its employment share reaching 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is minimally represented at 1.6% compared to 4.5% across the region. This mostly residential locality offers few local job opportunities, as shown by comparing the number of employed Census respondents against the total resident population. According to AreaSearch's study of SALM and ABS data compiled from wider statistical zones, employment grew by 8.2% during the 12 months leading to March 2026, while the labor force expanded by 5.3%, resulting in a reduction in unemployment of 2.6 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional Qld saw employment grow by 0.1% and the labor force rise by 0.3%, with a 0.1 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 provide additional context on future demand in the suburb of Urangan. These five-year and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with 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, trends vary widely by sector. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the local workforce mix suggests employment in the suburb of Urangan will grow by 6.8% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that does not account for local population projections.
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Median household income in Urangan is $984 a week (about $51,000 a year), with median personal income at $527 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $41,134 a year against an average of $51,716. 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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Taxpayer income levels in the suburb of Urangan are below the national average according to ATO records compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year. The median income for local taxpayers is $41,134, and the average income is $51,716, compared to Regional Qld benchmarks of $53,146 and $66,593. Accounting for a Wage Price Index rise of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $45,807 for median income and $57,591 for average income as of March 2026. Census statistics show household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Urangan all fall between the 2nd and 5th percentiles nationwide.
The largest income bracket contains 31.9% of residents (4,005 people) earning between $400 - 799 weekly, contrasting with the wider metropolitan region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is largest at 31.7%. The presence of 40.6% of the population in weekly brackets under $800 points to financial difficulties for a large portion of the residents. Housing affordability is highly strained, with only 82.9% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 4th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Urangan had 4,622 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 75% detached houses and 6% apartments. 22% are owned with a mortgage, 31% rented and 48% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $335 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 34.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.5%. 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 patterns in the suburb of Urangan at the time of the latest Census consisted of 75.1% standalone houses and 24.9% alternative housing styles (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwellings), compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% alternative housing across Regional Qld. Home ownership in the suburb of Urangan was considerably higher than the Regional Qld average at 47.5%, while the remaining homes were either mortgaged (21.7%) or occupied by renters (30.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly lower than the Regional Qld average at $1,300, and the median weekly rent was $335, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345.
On a national level, mortgage payments in the suburb of Urangan are well below the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels are also considerably below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Urangan counted 4,622 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,282 today, averaging 2.2 people each. 16% are couples with children, fewer than in 93% of areas nationally, against 37% couples without children. 31% 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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Family units constitute the majority of households at 65.4%, which includes 16.2% couples with children, 36.6% couples without children, and 11.9% single-parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 34.6% of homes, with single-person households representing 30.5% and group households making up 3.9%. The median household size of 2.2 residents is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.1% of adults in Urangan hold a university qualification, including 10.2% with a bachelor degree and 2.2% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 83% of areas nationally. A further 31.3% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 2,413 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 953 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The locality displays low levels of higher education, with university graduation rates at 14.1%, which is significantly lower than the Australian average of 30.4%. This highlights both a regional challenge and a focus area for future educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 10.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Technical and trade qualifications are common, with 41.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.4% and certificates at 31.3%. A significant 23.3% of local residents are enrolled in academic studies.
This includes 8.7% of the population in primary school, 8.0% in secondary school, and 2.0% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Urangan reaches 37 stops on 4 routes, timetabled for about 180 services a week. The typical home sits about 360 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.1 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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An analysis of public transport shows 37 active bus stops operating in the suburb of Urangan. These stops are served by 4 unique routes, offering a total of 181 weekly passenger trips. Access to transit is rated as good, with residents living an average of 361 meters from their nearest stop. Being a residential community, the majority of working residents travel outside the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 92%. Car ownership averages 1.1 vehicles per household, which is below the regional average. A low 8.9% of residents worked from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
The average service frequency across all routes is 25 daily trips, which translates to approximately 4 weekly trips for each individual stop.
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55.3% of residents in Urangan report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 81% of areas nationally. 10.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.7% 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 statistics show significant challenges in the suburb of Urangan, based on AreaSearch's review of mortality rates and chronic illness rates, which are prominent in both younger and older demographics. The rate of private health insurance is very low, covering approximately 48% of the population (~5,989 people). This compares to 52.5% across Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues in the locality are arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 13.7 and 9.3% of residents respectively. Conversely, 55.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
The working-age cohort exhibits notable health issues, with high rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 37.4% of the population (4,696 people), exceeding the Regional Qld figure of 20.4%. Health outcomes among seniors show some areas of concern, with national rankings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Urangan is largely Australian-born, at 79.8% of residents, with 4.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.6%) and Australian (27.0%). 3.3% 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 Urangan exhibits low levels of cultural diversity, with citizens making up 87.4% of the population, 79.8% of residents born in Australia, and 95.8% of households speaking only English. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 52.9% of the population. The most distinct overrepresentation is seen in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the population, compared to 0.1% in Regional Qld. Regarding family backgrounds, the three largest ancestry groups in the suburb of Urangan are English at 34.6% of the population, which is much higher than the regional average of 29.6%, Australian at 27.0%, and Scottish at 8.2%.
There are also specific differences in other ancestries: German ancestry is overrepresented at 5.4% (compared to 4.7% regionally), New Zealand ancestry is at 0.8% (compared to 0.9%), and Dutch ancestry is at 1.4% (compared to 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Urangan is 55, older than 97% of areas nationally. 17.5% 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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With a median age of 55, the suburb of Urangan is much older than Regional Qld at 41 and the national average of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Urangan has a higher share of residents aged 65 - 74 (20.7%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (7.6%). This concentration of 65 - 74 year-olds is much higher than the national average of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group has increased from 11.0% to 13.1% of the population. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 10.2% to 7.6%, and the 45 to 54 group fell from 11.2% to 9.7%.
Looking towards 2041, demographic forecasts indicate notable shifts in the age profile of the suburb of Urangan. Leading these changes, the 75 to 84 age group is projected to increase by 42% (690 people), growing from 1,644 to 2,335. The aging profile is clear, with individuals aged 65+ representing 66% of all projected population growth. Conversely, the cohort aged 15 to 24 is projected to decrease by 100 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Urangan
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 7 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 — 562 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (10,988 at the 2021 Census → 12,557 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 (SAL32922). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.