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Urraween has an estimated 8,332 residents, up from 7,951 at the 2021 Census — a change of 381 people, or 4.8%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. 143 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,117 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to assessments of ABS demographic releases for the broader zone, coupled with fresh addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Urraween has an estimated population of approximately 8,332 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 381 individuals (4.8%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 7,951 individuals. The adjustment is derived from the resident population of 8,332, calculated by AreaSearch through analyzing the most recent ERP statistics published by the ABS (June 2025) along with 143 validated new addresses registered since the Census date.
This population level yields a density ratio of 1,116 persons per square kilometer, which aligns relatively closely with average benchmarks recorded across areas monitored by AreaSearch. Throughout the past decade, the suburb of Urraween has exhibited stable expansion trends with a 1.9% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the SA4 region. Population expansion in the locality was majorly driven by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 84.0% of the aggregate demographic increase during recent timeframes. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 regions lacking this dataset, and for any years after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government for SA2 regions, published in 2023 and utilizing 2021 data, are implemented. It is worth noting that these state-level projections lack breakdowns by age brackets; consequently, where applied, AreaSearch distributes proportional growth weightings matching the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023, utilizing 2022 data) for every age bracket. Looking at upcoming demographic paths, a population rise slightly under the median for Australian non-metropolitan zones is anticipated, with the suburb of Urraween projected to grow by 590 persons by 2041 based on compiled SA2-level projections, representing a total rise of 7.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
177 new dwellings have been approved in Urraween over the past five years, an average of 35 a year. That places the area in the 65th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 43 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 93% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 65, 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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Based on AreaSearch assessments of ABS building approvals distributed from statistical zones, the suburb of Urraween has logged approximately 35 residential approvals annually, amounting to an estimated 177 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 60 approvals have been documented. With an average of 2.4 new residents annually added for every dwelling constructed over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), suggesting solid demand that should underpin property values, new dwellings are being constructed at an average cost of $370,000. Furthermore, $22.9 million in commercial approvals have been registered during this financial year, pointing to consistent commercial investment.
In comparison to the Rest of Qld, the suburb of Urraween exhibits considerably less development activity (66.0% below the regional average per capita). This undersupply of fresh properties generally bolsters demand and valuations for pre-existing properties. Recent construction activity consists of 93.0% detached houses and 7.0% medium and high-density dwellings, preserving the suburban character of the area with a focus on family dwellings geared toward purchasers desiring space. The locality contains roughly 195 people per dwelling approval, pointing to a low density market. Demographic forecasts point to the suburb of Urraween adding 590 residents through to 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Judging by current construction trends, the supply of new dwellings should comfortably satisfy demand, providing favorable conditions for purchasers and potentially aiding demographic expansion beyond current 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 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Urraween, worth an estimated $176 million. A further 28 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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Few things impact local performance as much as changes to regional infrastructure, major development undertakings, and planning schemes. In total, 10 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to affect the area. Primary projects include the Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road Intersection Upgrade, the Hervey Bay Community Hub, Liven Beach Road, and The Green Lifestyle Community, with the list below detailing those of highest relevance.
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Liven Beach Road
Liven Beach Road is an over-50s luxury land lease lifestyle resort community in Urraween, Hervey Bay[cite: 1]. The development features 132 architecturally designed modern homes along with extensive shared resort amenities including a clubhouse, swimming pool, bowling greens, cinema, gym, and pickleball courts[cite: 1].
Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road Intersection Upgrade
Stage 1 construction commenced in August 2024 for a major intersection upgrade at Eli Waters. The $44.1 million project will signalize the intersection and duplicate roads from 2 to 4 lanes on the southern approach and western leg. The upgrade includes enhanced pedestrian and cycling facilities with shared paths and signalized crossings, improving safety and traffic flow for all road users. The project addresses current capacity constraints and supports future growth in the Fraser Coast region.
Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road Intersection Upgrade
A jointly funded Australian and Queensland Government upgrade of the Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road intersection at Eli Waters and Urraween, on the southern approach to Hervey Bay. The intersection will be signalised to control vehicle movements and reduce crash risk, with Maryborough-Hervey Bay Road duplicated from two to four lanes on the southern approach between Urraween Road and the intersection, and Pialba-Burrum Heads Road duplicated from two to four lanes west of the intersection to Scrub Hill Road.Dual turn lanes will be installed on the Pialba-Burrum Heads Road leg to accommodate major turning movements. Pedestrian and bike rider facilities are also being upgraded, including shared paths and signalised crossings at the intersection. Stage 1 accommodation works, covering site preparation, fencing, signage and service adjustments in readiness for major construction, commenced in August 2024 and have continued through 2025. The Australian Government's Infrastructure Investment Program lists major construction as starting in mid 2026 with completion expected by late 2027. Total investment is listed at $55.35 million under QTRIP 2024-25 to 2027-28, comprising $35.28 million from the Australian Government and $20.07 million from the Queensland Government, against an original 2021 commitment of $44.1 million. The upgrade targets peak hour congestion and safety at one of the busiest intersections serving the growing Fraser Coast region.
Hervey Bay Community Hub
A $108.7 million five-storey civic development revitalising the Pialba city centre. The project features a new 3,650sqm two-level library, a Council Administration Centre, and a Disaster Resilience Centre. It includes community meeting rooms, creative spaces, a large outdoor public plaza for events, and underground parking. As of May 2026, the building structure is complete with the tower crane Hercules removed in February. Works are now focused on internal fit-out, facade cleaning, and 3.6 million dollars in surrounding road and footpath upgrades.The hub is scheduled to open in the second half of 2026.
The Green Hervey Bay
A 47 hectare master planned residential lifestyle community proposed for Dundowran Beach near Hervey Bay. The scheme includes five gated over 55s lifestyle villages, four premium residential estates, an aged care facility, commercial and recreational precincts, clubhouses, medical facilities and green technology features. Council records show active approvals for Stage 1 bulk earthworks and related reconfiguration approvals, with no clear public evidence that full village construction has commenced.
Fraser Coast Sports and Recreation Precinct
A major multi-stage sporting precinct development across 60+ hectares in Nikenbah. Features sporting fields and playing surfaces for football, AFL, rugby, cricket, hockey, netball, tennis, athletics, plus community clubhouse with grandstand seating, floodlighting, and parking for 300 vehicles. Draft master plan endorsed in 2023, supporting community health and regional sporting excellence.
HBC Build Australia Mixed-Use Development
A transformative mixed-use precinct in Hervey Bay City Centre featuring a 10-storey Radisson Hotel with 152 rooms and a 16-storey Sunlife over 50s vertical village comprising 150 luxury apartments. The development integrates a wellness centre, high-end retail, and a food precinct, designed to revitalise the Pialba principal activity centre.
Pialba Supported Accommodation Complex
Queensland Government supported accommodation project providing 26 temporary accommodation places for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness in Pialba. The project forms part of the 2025-26 Budget housing program and the wider delivery of more than 290 social and community homes across the Wide Bay-Burnett region. Construction is scheduled to commence following planning and procurement.
3,005 residents of Urraween are employed, from a labour force of 3,074. Unemployment sits at 2.2%, with participation at 42.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 9,283, about 111% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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 Urraween features a qualified workforce with strong representation in essential services fields, an unemployment rate of just 2.2%, and 4.7% estimated growth in employment over the last year, compiled by AreaSearch from statistical area statistics. In March 2026, 3,005 residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 1.7% lower than the 3.9% rate in Regional Qld, while workforce participation is notably lower (42.4% compared to 64.3% in Regional Qld). Census returns indicate that a low 5.4% of residents worked from home, though the effects of COVID-19 lockdowns should be kept in mind.
The primary employment fields for residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The suburb of Urraween demonstrates a specific concentration in health care & social assistance, with an employment share 1.9 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing has a minor presence with 0.5% employment compared to 4.5% across the region. Although local employment is available in the vicinity, a large portion of residents appear to travel elsewhere for work, judging by the ratio of the Census working population to local residents. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader statistical regions, during the year leading to March 2026, employment numbers rose by 4.7% and the labor force expanded by 3.1%, leading to a drop in unemployment of 1.5 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1%, labor force expand by 0.3%, and unemployment increase by 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective future demand in the suburb of Urraween. These outlooks, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce profile to project growth configurations. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion rates vary greatly between different industries. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the employment structure of the suburb of Urraween indicates local employment should grow by 7.4% over five years and 15.4% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration and excludes local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Urraween is $1,063 a week (about $55,000 a year), with median personal income at $539 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $42,071 a year against an average of $52,894. 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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According to the latest postcode level ATO figures released by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the suburb of Urraween's median taxpayer income stands at $42,071, with an average of $52,894. This sits below national averages, and compares to a median of $53,146 and average of $66,593 in Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current projections indicate figures of approximately $46,850 (median) and $58,903 (average) as of March 2026. Census records show that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Urraween all sit between the 5th and 6th percentiles across Australia.
Income categorization shows that 30.9% of the population (2,574 individuals) fall into the $400 - 799 bracket, differing from the broader region where the $1,500 - 2,999 category is most common at 31.7%. Housing affordability strain is significant, with only 84.1% of income remaining, placing it in the 7th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Urraween had 3,197 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 93% detached houses and 0% apartments. 24% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 53% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,500 a month. Rent absorbs 35.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 32.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing types in the suburb of Urraween, recorded at the most recent Census, consisted of 93.3% houses and 6.7% alternative dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, and other housing structures), compared to 76.4% houses and 23.6% alternative dwellings in Regional Qld. At the same time, the rate of home ownership in the suburb of Urraween was considerably higher than in Regional Qld at 53.2%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with mortgages (23.8%) or renters (22.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was lower than the Regional Qld average at $1,500, whereas the median weekly rent was logged at $380, compared to Regional Qld averages of $1,655 and $345.
On a national level, mortgage payments in the suburb of Urraween are notably below the Australian average of $1,863, while rental costs are above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Urraween counted 3,197 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 20% are couples with children, fewer than in 87% of areas nationally, against 40% couples without children. 26% 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 households make up the majority at 71.1% of all households, consisting of 19.8% couples with offspring, 39.8% couples without offspring, and 10.9% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 28.9%, with single person households representing 26.0% and shared households making up 2.7% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.1% of adults in Urraween hold a university qualification, including 12.0% with a bachelor degree and 3.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.6% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 2,043 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,008 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 area experiences educational hurdles, with university graduation rates (17.1%) tracking well below the national average of 30.4%. This highlights both a challenge and an opening for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.3%) and graduate diplomas (1.8%). Practical and vocational skills are prominent, with 38.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (9.9%) and certificates (28.6%). A significant 23.3% of the population is enrolled in formal education. This is composed of 8.9% attending primary school, 6.6% attending secondary school, and 2.7% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Urraween reaches 19 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 530 services a week. The typical home sits about 380 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. 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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Public transport analysis indicates 19 active stops are running within the suburb of Urraween, consisting of a combination of buses. These stops are served by 8 separate routes, which combine to deliver 529 weekly passenger journeys. Transport accessibility is classified as good, with residents generally positioned 381 meters from the closest transport option. As a mostly residential location, the majority of residents travel outward to work, and the private car is the main transport mode at 95%. Car ownership averages 1.1 per household, which sits below the regional average. A relatively low 5.4% of residents work from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting COVID-19 circumstances).
Service frequency averages 75 runs per day across all routes, which is approximately 27 weekly runs per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
53.9% of residents in Urraween report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 86% of areas nationally. 12.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.1 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 substantial difficulties in the suburb of Urraween, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with several medical conditions exerting notable impacts on younger and older age brackets, and the level of private health insurance is very low at roughly 48% of the total population (~4,012 people). This compares to 52.5% across Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions in the area were identified as arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 14.3 and 9.0% of residents, respectively, while 53.9% of the population reported being free of any medical issues, compared to 67.6% in Regional Qld.
Residents of working age face notable health difficulties, with elevated rates of chronic illness. The area has 40.4% of residents aged 65 and over (3,366 people), which is higher than the 20.4% in Regional Qld. Health statistics for seniors present some difficulties, with national standings generally matching the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Urraween is largely Australian-born, at 75.9% of residents, with 9.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.7%) and Australian (26.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Urraween exhibits higher than average cultural diversity, with 9.0% of residents using a language other than English at home and 24.1% born overseas. The primary religion in the suburb of Urraween is Christianity, representing 55.1% of the population, compared to 52.2% across Regional Qld. Looking at parent countries of birth, the three most represented ancestries in the suburb of Urraween are English, representing 33.7% of the population, Australian, representing 26.4% of the population, and Scottish, representing 7.9% of the population. There are also distinct differences in other ancestral groups: German is notably higher at 5.5% of the suburb of Urraween (vs 4.7% regionally), New Zealand at 0.8% (vs 0.9%) and Dutch at 1.4% (vs 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Urraween is 55, older than 97% of areas nationally. 16.1% 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 Urraween is significantly older than the Regional Qld figure of 41 and substantially above the national average of 38. Compared to Regional Qld, the suburb of Urraween has a higher proportion of residents aged 75 - 84 (17.8%) but fewer residents aged 25 - 34 (8.1%). This concentration of 75 - 84 year-olds is well above the national level of 6.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 age group has expanded from 16.0% to 17.8% of the population, while the 85+ bracket rose from 5.9% to 7.0%.
In contrast, the 65 to 74 group dropped from 17.7% to 15.6% and the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 10.6% to 9.3%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic projections indicate major changes in the age distribution of the suburb of Urraween. Leading this transition, the 85+ cohort is projected to expand by 62% (359 people), rising to 943 from 583. This aging trend is prominent, with individuals aged 65+ accounting for 77% of the projected growth. Conversely, both the 55 to 64 and 5 to 14 brackets will experience a decline in numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Urraween
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 4 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 — 143 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,951 at the 2021 Census → 8,332 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 (SAL32923). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.