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West End (Townsville - Qld) has an estimated 4,025 residents, up from 3,891 at the 2021 Census — a change of 134 people, or 3.4%. That puts 1,303 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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Analysis of ABS demographic updates for the wider region, alongside new address points validated by AreaSearch since the Census, indicates the population of the suburb of West End (Townsville - Qld) is approximately 4,025 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 134 people (3.4%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,891 residents. This shift is calculated from the estimated resident population of 4,025, which was determined by AreaSearch utilizing the June 2025 ERP data release from the ABS, along with an additional 16 validated new addresses since the Census.
With this population level, the density stands at 1,302 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average benchmark across locations evaluated nationwide by AreaSearch. The primary driver of local growth was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 53.0% of the total population gains in recent times. For demographic projections, AreaSearch uses data from ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2, which was published in 2024 and utilizes 2022 as the base year. In instances where SA2 areas lack this coverage, or for periods past 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 (utilizing 2021 data) are adopted. Because the state-level projections lack breakdowns by age group, AreaSearch distributes growth across age brackets using proportional weightings from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections released in 2023 (based on 2022 data). Based on these anticipated demographic patterns, the suburb of West End (Townsville - Qld) is projected to experience a population reduction over this timeframe, shrinking by 309 persons by 2041. Despite this overall contraction, some age groups are expected to expand, particularly residents aged 85 and over, which is projected to grow by 67 people. Refer to the age section for further information.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
39 new dwellings have been approved in West End (Townsville - Qld) over the past five years, an average of 7 a year. That is 2.0 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 3, 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's evaluation of ABS building approval statistics mapped from statistical areas, West End has averaged approximately 7 residential approvals annually, amounting to a total of 39 dwellings over the previous 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 3 approvals have been registered. Over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, the local population grew by an average of 2 people per year for every new home built, indicating steady demand that should bolster property values. The average expected construction cost for these new dwellings is $327,000, matching broader regional benchmarks.
Furthermore, commercial development approvals total $8.7 million for the current financial year, pointing to a quiet commercial construction pipeline. When compared to the Rest of Qld, West End experiences a much lower level of building activity, sitting 53.0% below the regional per capita average. This constrained pipeline of new dwellings typically helps maintain demand and support values for existing housing stock. Construction activity is similarly below the national benchmark, reflecting the established nature of the suburb and potentially indicating planning constraints. Of the new approvals, standalone houses make up 89.0% while medium and high-density formats account for 11.0%, preserving the traditional low-density feel of the area which appeals to buyers wanting extra space. This focus on detached builds is more pronounced than the existing housing mix recorded at the Census, where houses made up 49.0%, showing that demand for detached family homes remains strong even as density pressures grow. The ratio of approximately 504 people for every new dwelling approval indicates a mature local property market. Given that demographic forecasts indicate a stable or contracting population, West End is likely to experience less pressure on housing supply, which should play to the advantage of prospective buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around West End (Townsville - Qld)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside West End (Townsville - Qld), worth an estimated $60 million. A further 25 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $4.69 billion. 11 are already under construction and 6 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and major works are critical factors influencing regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 9 projects that are expected to impact the local area. Key initiatives include the Weststate Private Hospital, the Army Aviation Program of Works at RAAF Base Townsville, Francis Street Roadworks in West End, and the relocation of the Mater Private Hospital Townsville, with the main projects of interest detailed below.
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Weststate Private Hospital
A $60 million short-stay private hospital development transforming the heritage-listed former Townsville West State School into specialist consulting suites, with a new five-storey purpose-built hospital next door. The project includes four operating theatres, one procedure room, a HDU/ICU, 19 day beds, 26 overnight rooms, consulting rooms, cafe and 24/7 kitchen. Official project sources indicate construction has commenced and Centuria schedules completion for 2026.
Francis Street Roadworks, West End
Townsville City Council is delivering roadworks on Francis Street between Henry Street and Leigh Street, West End. Works form part of Council's annual roadworks program and include removing and replacing the kerb and channel, upgrading identified driveway crossovers, and renewing sections of concrete medians.
Army Aviation Program of Works - RAAF Base Townsville
A AUD 700 million Defence infrastructure upgrade at RAAF Base Townsville and the Townsville Field Training Area to support the Australian Army AH-64E Apache fleet and expanded aviation operations. Works include new and refurbished aircraft hangars, command and working accommodation, training facilities, simulator facilities, maintenance and refuelling infrastructure, explosive ordnance areas, airfield upgrades and multi-storey car parking. The program supports relocation of 1st Aviation Regiment from Darwin and 16th Aviation Brigade Headquarters from Brisbane. Construction is underway, CPB Contractors is the managing contractor, and works are expected to be completed by 2028.
4A Plant Street
A recently completed, award-winning home in West End, constructed by Franzmann Constructions. The sophisticated home spans 282my on a 405my block and was recognized with the 2024 HIA Award for Interior Design.
West End Reservoir Renewal
The Townsville City Council is planning the renewal of the West End Reservoir. The project aims to prepare the site for two future reservoirs as part of the CBD Utilities Upgrade, which will involve stabilising the rock face of the former quarry and preparing the site for the installation of the new water reservoirs.
Eden Park Estate
Premium acreage estate in Townsville's Northern Beaches offering large blocks ranging from 2000sqm to over 4000sqm. This master-planned park residential development provides a rural lifestyle combined with modern comfort, featuring town water and fully sewered lots.
Defence Housing Australia - Townsville New Builds Volume Leasing Program (400+ Homes)
Large-scale residential development by Defence Housing Australia (DHA) to deliver more than 400 new, high-quality homes for Australian Defence Force personnel and their families in Townsville. The homes are being built across approximately seven suburbs within 30km of Lavarack Barracks as part of the New Builds Volume Leasing Program, in partnership with local builders and developers. The first homes are expected to be delivered in the 2025-26 financial year.
Haven Townsville Estate
A master-planned community featuring 200 new homes, strategically located at the base of Castle Hill in Garbutt. This development focuses on well-designed, inner-city urban homes with high-end inclusions, offering a blend of lifestyle and location convenience within 2km of Townsville's CBD and various amenities.
1,995 residents of West End (Townsville - Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 2,177. Unemployment sits at 8.4%, with participation at 62.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,608, about 90% 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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West End is characterized by a well-educated labor force with a strong presence in essential services, alongside an unemployment rate of 8.4% derived from AreaSearch's statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 1,995 employed residents. The local unemployment rate sits 4.4% higher than the Regional Qld benchmark of 3.9%, showing potential for labor market improvement, while the workforce participation rate is close to the Regional Qld average of 64.3%. Census data indicates that a modest 6.9% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure should be interpreted in the context of pandemic-related lockdowns.
The major employment industries for local residents are health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and education & training. The suburb exhibits a high concentration of workers in public administration & safety, with its employment share reaching 2.0 times the regional representation. On the other hand, the agriculture, forestry & fishing sector has minimal representation at 0.3% compared to the regional average of 4.5%. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that this mainly residential suburb offers few local employment opportunities. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics for the wider statistical areas indicates that during the 12 months leading up to March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 2.3% and total employment fell by 3.1%, resulting in a 0.7 percentage point rise in unemployment. In comparison, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1%, the labor force expand by 0.3%, and unemployment increase by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide context for future local demand. These five and ten-year national forecasts have been mapped against the local industry profile to estimate future trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates of change vary widely by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the local employment structure suggests West End's employment could rise by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighting extrapolation that does not account for local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in West End (Townsville - Qld) is $1,402 a week (about $73,000 a year), with median personal income at $921 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $66,732 a year against an average of $86,587. 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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Based on AreaSearch's aggregation of postcode-level ATO data released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in West End recorded a median income of $66,732 and an average income of $86,587. These figures are among the highest nationwide, comparing to regional averages of $53,146 and $66,593 across Regional Qld. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since the 2023 financial year, estimated figures as of March 2026 would be approximately $74,313 for the median and $96,423 for the average. In the 2021 Census, individual incomes ranked in the 70th percentile at $921 per week, whereas household incomes were in the 29th percentile.
The dominant weekly income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, accounting for 30.6% of residents (1,231 people), which aligns closely with the regional share of 31.7%. Affordability pressures are high, with residents retaining only 84.1% of their income after housing costs, placing the area in the 28th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
West End (Townsville - Qld) had 1,812 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 49% detached houses and 9% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 52% rented and 20% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $250 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,430 a month. Rent absorbs 17.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the last Census, the housing stock in West End consisted of 49.0% standalone houses and 51.0% alternative dwellings such as townhouses and apartments, compared to Regional Qld where houses made up 76.4% and other dwellings accounted for 23.6%. The home ownership rate stood at 19.7%, which was lower than the Regional Qld average, with the remaining households either paying off a mortgage (28.2%) or renting (52.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,430 was below the Regional Qld average, as was the median weekly rent of $250, compared to regional figures of $1,655 and $345.
On a national level, West End's median mortgage repayments are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and median rents are significantly lower than the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
West End (Townsville - Qld) counted 1,812 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 1.9 people each. 16% are couples with children, fewer than in 93% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 44% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 50.4%, consisting of couples with children at 15.9%, couples without children at 22.7%, and single parent households at 10.7%. Non-family households account for the remaining 49.6%, with lone person households representing 44.4% and group households making up 5.1% of the total. The median household size is 1.9 people, which is smaller than the Regional Qld average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
29.1% of adults in West End (Townsville - Qld) hold a university qualification, including 19.4% with a bachelor degree and 7.1% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 78% of areas nationally. A further 26.8% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 309 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 865 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 educational profile of the area is distinct within the region, with university qualification rates at 29.1% of residents aged 15 and over, exceeding the SA4 regional average of 20.1% and the Rest of Qld average of 20.6%. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 19.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.1% and graduate diplomas at 2.6%. Vocational and technical skills are also widely held, with 36.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding qualification credentials, including advanced diplomas at 9.6% and certificates at 26.8%. The rate of educational enrollment is high, with 27.8% of the population currently undertaking formal studies.
This group comprises 8.4% in primary schools, 7.2% in tertiary institutions, and 5.9% in secondary schools.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in West End (Townsville - Qld) reaches 20 stops on 4 routes, timetabled for about 370 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.0 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport services in West End include 20 active transit stops served by a mix of buses. These stops accommodate 4 distinct routes, which combine to offer 370 passenger trips per week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 238 meters from the nearest stop. Because of the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 90% and cycling accounting for 3%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.0 car per household, which is below the regional average.
A relatively low 6.9% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era circumstances. Transit routes average 52 daily trips in total, which translates to roughly 18 weekly departures per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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66.7% of residents in West End (Townsville - Qld) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 78% of areas nationally. 5.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 61.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.3 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 data highlights notable challenges in West End based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic health conditions across both younger and older cohorts, alongside an exceptionally high rate of private health insurance covering approximately 62% of the population (2,475 people). This compares to a coverage rate of 52.5% in Regional Qld and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most common medical issues locally, affecting 10.7% and 7.5% of residents respectively. Conversely, 66.7% of the population reported no long-term medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
Chronic disease rates among the working-age population present some challenges. Residents aged 65 and over make up 17.1% of the population (688 people), which is lower than the 20.4% average across Regional Qld. Health indicators for older residents are generally in line with national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
West End (Townsville - Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 82.7% of residents, with 8.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.6%) and Australian (24.2%). 4.3% 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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West End shows lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 85.1% of the population, Australian-born residents accounting for 82.7%, and English-only speakers at home representing 91.5%. Christianity is the largest religious group, followed by 48.2% of the population. The most distinct demographic variance is in the Other category, which comprises 0.9% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional Qld. In terms of parent country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in West End are English (27.6%), Australian (24.2%), and Irish (9.4%). There are also minor variances in other backgrounds, with Spanish background slightly higher at 0.6% (compared to 0.3% regionally), French at 0.6% (compared to 0.5%), and German at 4.5% (compared to 4.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of West End (Townsville - Qld) is 39. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 30.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in West End is 39 years, which is slightly below the Regional Qld average of 41 years but very close to the national median of 38 years. Young adults aged 25 - 34 are highly represented at 17.4%, while children aged 5 - 14 make up a smaller share at 7.9% compared to Regional Qld. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 15.9% to 17.4% of the population, and the cohort aged 85 and over has increased from 1.1% to 2.2%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 15.2% to 11.6%, and the 5 to 14 group decreased from 9.2% to 7.9%.
Looking toward 2041, demographic projections point to significant shifts in the age structure, with the 85 and over cohort expected to increase by 58 people (66%) from 88 to 147. Overall, the age groups 65 and over are projected to drive 83% of the suburb's total growth, highlighting the aging profile, while the 0 to 4 and 65 to 74 groups are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for West End (Townsville - Qld)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 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 May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 16 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,891 at the 2021 Census → 4,025 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 (SAL33034). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.