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Whitfield (Qld) has an estimated 4,412 residents, up from 4,262 at the 2021 Census — a change of 150 people, or 3.5%. That puts 740 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 evaluations of ABS population updates for the wider region, along with address registries validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the resident count for the suburb of Whitfield (Qld) is calculated to be 4,412 as of May 2026. This indicates a growth of 150 residents (3.5%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,262 individuals. This shift is deduced from the current resident population of 4,412, which AreaSearch estimated using the ABS June 2025 ERP release alongside 53 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 740 persons per square kilometer, matching typical averages observed across areas analyzed by AreaSearch.
In recent times, population expansion in the locality was driven mostly by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 97.0% of the total growth. AreaSearch utilises population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 unit, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 territories excluded from that release, or for timeframes beyond 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government published in 2023 (utilising 2021 baseline data) are adopted. Because these state-level projections lack detailed age cohorts, AreaSearch distributes growth across age segments using weightings derived from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region projections based on 2022 data. Looking at future demographics, regional sectors nationwide are projected to experience above-median growth, with the suburb of Whitfield (Qld) expected to add 817 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing an overall expansion of 18.5% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
37 new dwellings have been approved in Whitfield (Qld) over the past five years, an average of 7 a year. That is 1.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 6, 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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According to building approval figures from the ABS compiled for this locality, Whitfield has averaged approximately 7 new residential approvals annually, with 37 homes approved over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 6 approvals registered in FY-26 so far. Because only 0.2 new residents arrived per new dwelling over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), housing supply is matching or exceeding demand, widening options for buyers and allowing for potential growth beyond forecasts, while new residential builds show an average value of $669,000, indicating developers are prioritizing upmarket, high-end houses.
Additionally, all recent building approvals consist of detached houses, which maintains the low-density profile of the neighborhood and attracts buyers looking for extra space. Detached housing makes up a larger share of new builds than the existing housing stock (79.0% at the Census), showing that demand for traditional family homes remains strong despite broader density trends. An estimated ratio of 420 people per dwelling approval highlights a quiet development environment with minimal construction activity. Long-term projections indicate Whitfield will add 817 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). With current construction activity remaining low, the supply of new housing may not keep up with population gains, which could increase competition among buyers and support rising property values.
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 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Whitfield (Qld), worth an estimated $218 million. A further 38 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.49 billion. 10 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and education & training. 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 upgrades, major developments, and urban planning decisions play a significant role in shaping the performance of a suburb. AreaSearch has identified a total of 15 projects that are expected to influence the neighborhood. Significant developments include the Cairns Chinese Culture and Heritage Centre, the Kanimbla Heights Estate, the Whitfield State School Performing Arts Centre, and Whitfield Childcare, with details on the most relevant initiatives listed below.
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Kanimbla Heights Estate
Kanimbla Heights Estate is a long-running masterplanned hillside residential subdivision in Kanimbla, Cairns. The estate began as a masterplan in 2001 and has been delivered in multiple stages, with engineering records identifying Stage 24 as under construction and marketing continuing for elevated premium land releases. The project provides serviced residential lots on steep terrain near the Macalister Range, with engineered drainage, slope and road works designed for high rainfall conditions and views toward Cairns, Trinity Inlet and surrounding hills.Recent public development data also records a pending 2026 minor change application for a 14-lot reconfiguration with access, easements and road works in Kanimbla.
Whitfield State School Performing Arts Centre
A $13 million Performing Arts and Music Centre with a performance stage, green room, storage, and flexible learning areas for both school and community use. It will also address the need for additional car parking and improve the school's street presence.
Whitfield Childcare
Approved 95-place childcare centre on a 1620 sqm site at 15-17 Marino Street, Whitfield. The project is intended to increase early learning capacity in the Whitfield catchment and replace existing residential buildings with a purpose-built centre.
Cairns Chinese Culture and Heritage Centre
Queensland's first purpose-built Chinese Culture and Heritage Centre, located in the cultural precinct of Edge Hill opposite the Centenary Lakes Chinese Friendship Gardens. The $4 million project is jointly funded by the Crisafulli Queensland Government ($2.7 million) and CADCAI. Designed by local firm TPG Architects and constructed by local builder MyBuildGroup, the centre will house the nationally significant Lit Sung Goong Temple artefacts collection of over 240 objects, alongside climate-controlled exhibition spaces, a community performing arts hub, and research and education facilities.A groundbreaking ceremony was held in February 2026, with construction expected to complete in late 2026 and the grand opening scheduled for Chinese New Year 2027.
Kamerunga to Woree Transmission Line Replacement Project
The Kamerunga to Woree Replacement Project involves decommissioning aging 132kV transmission infrastructure originally built in the 1960s-1970s. The project includes a new substation in Barron (on Cairns West Arterial Road), a 4.1km replacement overhead transmission line between Kamerunga and Redlynch, and a 10.4km underground transmission cable from Redlynch to the Woree Substation running through council and state-owned roads. A Ministerial Infrastructure Designation (MID) Assessment Report was publicly consulted on in November-December 2025 and a MID decision is expected mid to late 2026.Geotechnical investigations are scheduled for Q2 2026 and construction is targeted to commence in 2027.
Manoora Infill Housing Development
A council-approved infill development delivering 150 rental units across three standalone buildings in Manoora, Cairns. The mix comprises 45 one-bedroom and 105 two-bedroom units with approximately 160 car parks. The site at 10-30 Pease Street and 164-172 Hoare Street replaces around 14 caravan park cabins and two houses. Developer NQ Villas Pty Ltd is seeking state and federal government funding support before commencing construction, targeting a start in 2025. The project addresses a critical shortage of rental housing stock in Cairns and is designed for low-to-medium cost occupancy.
Brinsmead Road Service Centre Overhaul
The project involves the relocation of the existing service station, decommissioning the current Mobil station, construction of four new low-profile buildings for various uses including Food and Drink Outlet, Health Care Services, Indoor Sport and Recreation, Shopping Centre, Service Industry, Office, and Veterinary Services, along with reconfiguring the lot into two lots and creating an access easement. It includes improved road access, safety features, parking, and landscaping while preserving environmental values.
Stan Williams Park Upgrades
An $18 million multi-stage redevelopment of Stan Williams Park into a premier sports and community hub. Stage 1 ($12M), completed in mid-2025, delivered a dual-level grandstand with over 500 seats, modern change rooms, a gym, and 2,500 sqm of undercover spectator space. Stage 2 ($6M), funded by the Queensland Government, includes the installation of an electronic scoreboard, field lighting upgrades, additional terraced seating, and enhanced junior facilities to support state-level rugby league and community events.
2,503 residents of Whitfield (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 2,535. Unemployment sits at 1.3%, with participation at 66.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,704, about 84% 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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Whitfield possesses a highly educated workforce with a strong representation in essential services, and registers an unemployment rate of just 1.3% based on aggregated local statistics. In March 2026, 2,503 residents were employed, and the local unemployment rate was 2.7% lower than the 3.9% rate recorded across Regional Qld, while participation rates were very close to the regional level of 64.3%. Census data indicates that a moderate 18.2% of workers worked from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic lockdowns. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and accommodation & food.
The neighborhood exhibits a strong specialization in health care & social assistance, employing a share of the workforce that is 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is minimally represented, employing just 1.0% of residents compared to 4.5% across the region. Local job opportunities appear limited, as shown by the difference between the number of local jobs and the size of the resident workforce at the Census. Based on SALM and ABS data analyzed across wider local areas, the labor force shrank by 1.4% and total employment fell by 1.8% over the 12 months to March 2026, leading to a 0.4 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Regional Qld saw employment rise by 0.1%, the labor force grow by 0.3%, and unemployment tick up by 0.1 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on future employment trends in Whitfield. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual industries will grow at very different rates. Applying these national industry trends to the local employment mix suggests employment for residents could grow by 7.3% over five years and 15.0% over ten years (this represents a simple weighted extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Whitfield (Qld) is $1,681 a week (about $87,000 a year), with median personal income at $887 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,317 a year against an average of $68,799. 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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Taxation statistics from the ATO for the financial year 2023 show that local incomes are slightly higher than the national average, with a median of $55,317 and an average of $68,799. By comparison, Regional Qld recorded a median income of $53,146 and an average of $66,593. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, local incomes are estimated to have reached approximately $61,601 (median) and $76,615 (average) by March 2026. According to the Census, individual weekly earnings rank at the 65th percentile ($887 weekly), while household incomes place at the 46th percentile.
The $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket is the most common, accounting for 28.7% of the community (1,266 individuals), compared to 31.7% in the surrounding region. Discretionary income stands at 85.4% after housing costs, and the local SEIFA index for income places the area in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Whitfield (Qld) had 1,704 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 79% detached houses and 1% apartments. 35% are owned with a mortgage, 31% rented and 34% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $340 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 20.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.8%. 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 housing stock in Whitfield at the time of the latest Census was made up of 79.4% separate houses and 20.7% other housing options (including townhouses, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to Regional Qld where separate houses accounted for 76.4% and other dwellings made up 23.6%. Home ownership was recorded at 33.8%, which matches the regional level, with the remaining properties being held with a mortgage (35.1%) or rented (31.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment of $1,733 was higher than the regional average of $1,655, while the median weekly rent of $340 was slightly lower than the regional figure of $345.
Locally, mortgage repayments are lower than the national median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also below the Australian median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Whitfield (Qld) counted 1,704 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 65.2% of all households in the area, consisting of couples with children at 24.3%, couples without children at 28.4%, and single parents at 11.7%. Non-family households account for 34.8% of the total, with single-person households at 30.2% and group houses at 4.4%. The median household size is 2.3 individuals, which is smaller than the regional average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
33.5% of adults in Whitfield (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 21.9% with a bachelor degree and 7.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 23.3% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 737 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 979 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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Levels of education in Whitfield are significantly higher than regional averages, with 33.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 20.6% in the Rest of Qld and 21.1% across the SA4 region. This educational profile positions the suburb well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 21.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.4%) and graduate diplomas (4.2%). Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 34.7% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (23.3%). Participation in study is high, with 28.2% of the population currently enrolled in education.
This group includes 9.4% attending primary school, 9.4% in high school, and 4.3% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Whitfield (Qld) reaches 12 stops on 3 routes, timetabled for about 230 services a week. The typical home sits about 270 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.3 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 the suburb of Whitfield (Qld) consist of 12 active bus stops. These stops are served by 3 separate bus routes, which combined deliver 226 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transit is convenient, with residents living an average of 274 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers travel outside the area for employment, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 92% and cycling at 3%. Households own an average of 1.3 cars, which is below the regional average.
Census data from 2021 shows that 18.2% of residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by pandemic restrictions. Bus routes run at an average frequency of 32 trips daily, which translates to approximately 18 weekly departures per transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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70.0% of residents in Whitfield (Qld) report no long-term health condition. 7.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.7 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators show positive trends for the local population, with AreaSearch's review of mortality and illness rates showing results in line with national averages. The prevalence of common health issues is standard across both younger and older demographics, and the proportion of residents with private health insurance is high, covering approximately 54% of the population (~2,402 people). Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most frequently reported illnesses, affecting 7.6% and 7.2% of the community respectively, while 70.0% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 67.6% across Regional Qld.
The working-age population exhibits high levels of health with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 22.5% of the population (992 people), compared to 20.4% in Regional Qld, with overall national health rankings in line with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Whitfield (Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 76.7% of residents, with 11.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.9%) and Australian (22.4%). 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 Whitfield (Qld) shows high levels of cultural diversity, with 11.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 23.3% born outside Australia. Christianity is the main religious affiliation, representing 46.6% of the population. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional Qld. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three most common heritages in the area are English at 27.9%, Australian at 22.4%, and Other at 10.4%. There are also notable differences in other ethnic backgrounds, with Dutch heritage overrepresented at 1.6% of Whitfield (vs 1.1% regionally), New Zealand at 0.8% (vs 0.9%), and Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Whitfield (Qld) is 45, older than 80% of areas nationally. 22.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 45, the suburb of Whitfield (Qld) has a demographic profile that is older than the Regional Qld median of 41 and the national average of 38. The 45 - 54 age bracket is highly represented at 15.5%, while the 5 - 14 group is smaller at 9.3% compared to the wider region. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has expanded from 6.7% to 8.5% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group grew from 9.0% to 10.2%. By contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 13.0% to 9.3%.
Looking forward to 2041, demographic models point to major shifts in the local age profile. The 25 to 34 age segment is projected to grow by 29% (155 people), rising from 538 to 694, while the 15 to 24 group is expected to decrease by 44.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Whitfield (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) | May 2026 3 months ago all 13 measures |
| 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 | Apr 2026 4 months ago all 3 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 Apr 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 53 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,262 at the 2021 Census → 4,412 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 (SAL33065). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.