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Woodend (Qld) has an estimated 1,516 residents, up from 1,483 at the 2021 Census — a change of 33 people, or 2.2%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years, slower than 79% of areas nationally. That puts 1,166 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 ABS population updates evaluated for the surrounding region alongside new addresses verified by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Woodend (Qld) has a projected population of approximately 1,516 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 33 residents (2.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 1,483 individuals. This change is calculated from the estimated resident population of 1,516, which AreaSearch determined using the ABS June 2025 ERP release and 2 verified new addresses added since the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 1,166 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical averages recorded across AreaSearch locations.
The expansion was largely fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 76.0% of all population increases in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 sectors, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 territories lacking this data, and for any years after 2032, projections from the Queensland State Government released in 2023 and based on 2021 statistics are used. Because these state-level projections omit age group breakdowns, AreaSearch scales cohort growth proportionally with the ABS Greater Capital Region projections from 2023, which utilize 2022 numbers. Looking ahead at demographic trends, the suburb of Woodend (Qld) is forecast to undergo remarkable growth, placing it in the top 10 percent of statistical areas nationwide, with an expected increase of 794 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing an overall expansion of 52.4% over the 16 years.
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AreaSearch assessment of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical areas shows that Woodend has recorded almost no development approvals recently, with a calculated 3 dwellings approved across the previous 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 2 in the current FY-26 period. Because an average of 16.3 residents per year arrived in the locality for each constructed dwelling during those 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), the volume of new housing is falling short of demand, which typically intensifies buyer rivalry and drives up prices, while newly constructed properties have a mean value of $444,000, indicating a developer focus on high-end, premium properties.
In comparison to Greater Brisbane, Woodend exhibits a much lower volume of development. This restricted rate of construction tends to support demand and values for pre-existing properties, even though building activity has risen lately. The volume of building is also below the national average, reflecting the established nature of the locality and suggesting potential planning constraints. Furthermore, recent building approvals consist solely of detached houses, maintaining the residential character of the neighborhood through a concentration of single-family dwellings designed for buyers wanting space. The area records approximately 1516 residents for every dwelling approval, indicating a mature residential market.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Woodend (Qld)
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 23 current infrastructure and development projects close to Woodend (Qld), worth an estimated $63.2 billion. 9 are already under construction and 5 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, 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 changes, and major works have a significant effect on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 17 projects expected to influence this locality. Primary projects include the Ipswich Hospital Expansion Stage 2, the Ipswich Better Bus Network, the Ipswich Smart City Program, and the Brassall Bikeway Stage 6 Extension, with key details for relevant projects listed below.
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Ipswich Hospital Expansion Stage 2
A major expansion delivering 200 new beds and a multi-storey acute clinical services building. Key features include a new Emergency Department, six operating theatres, a satellite medical imaging service, and a Central Sterilisation Service Department. Internal fit-outs began on lower levels in late 2025, with major structural work continuing into 2026 to support the fast-growing West Moreton population.
Ipswich Better Bus Network
A three-stage bus network improvement program for Ipswich funded by a $70 million state investment. Stage 1 commenced in November 2025, introducing four new routes (501, 520, 522, 523) and upgrades to existing services, benefiting over 42,300 residents. Stage 2 (late 2026) and Stage 3 (2027) are in planning to extend services to Yamanto, Ripley, and Karalee.
Ipswich Smart City Program
The Ipswich Smart City Program is a city-wide digital transformation initiative integrated into the iFuture 2021-2026 Corporate Plan. Key 2026 developments include a 2.51 million dollar upgrade to 90 new pay-by-plate smart parking meters with real-time digital enforcement integration. The program continues to expand its IoT sensor network for flood monitoring and environmental data, while Fire Station 101 serves as a central hub for digital innovation and community events like Flood Fest 2026. The initiative aims to enhance liveability through smart lighting, public Wi-Fi, and a centralized city data platform.
Brassall Bikeway Stage 6 Extension
Stage 6 delivers the final missing link of the Brassall Bikeway, connecting the existing pathway at North Ipswich to the Ipswich CBD across the Bremer River. The scope includes a dedicated lift and ramp infrastructure linking the riverbank bikeway level directly to the Bradfield Bridge. Once completed, it creates a continuous 14km active transport network linking Brassall and Wulkuraka to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail and Ipswich central.
North Ipswich Sport and Entertainment Precinct
Stage 1 focuses on the redevelopment of the North Ipswich Reserve, featuring a new contemporary Western Grandstand with a minimum of 2,000 seats, new field lighting, and upgraded player facilities including changerooms and medical rooms. As of May 2026, the project is undergoing community consultation for its formal designation as a Major Sport, Recreation and Entertainment Facility. This first phase is a critical step toward the long-term vision of a 12,000-seat boutique rectangular stadium to support the Brisbane 2032 Olympic legacy.
North Ipswich Apartments
Ipswich City Council approved a two-stage multiple dwelling project for 104 apartments (22 x 1-bedroom and 82 x 2-bedroom) across five titles at 28-30 Lowry St, 45-47 Flint St and 12 Pelican St (Approval: 2367/2016/MCU). As of mid-2025, council records show a later MCU for single residential use affecting 12 Pelican St, indicating at least part of the original scheme has been modified and the 104-unit approval may not be proceeding in full. No construction activity is evident on council's Development.i portal.
The Terrace
The Terrace complex consists of two nine-storey and two 11-storey buildings, totaling 31,000sq m. Developed by Christopher Zenonos in Brisbane, the project includes an increase to 303 apartments and basement levels with flood immunity.
Woolworths West Brassall Shopping Centre
Construction is underway on a Woolworths-anchored neighbourhood shopping centre at West Brassall / Emerald Hill. The project spans about 25,500 sqm and will deliver about 6,000 sqm of retail space, including a full-line Woolworths supermarket, approximately 15 specialty shops and kiosks, BWS, food and service tenancies, a medical and health precinct, outdoor dining and about 300 on-grade car parks. The centre is positioned to serve the growing Brassall and Emerald Hill residential catchment near the Warrego Highway connection and is due for completion in late April 2026.
777 residents of Woodend (Qld) are employed, from a labour force of 823. Unemployment sits at 5.6%, with participation at 67.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,018, about 133% 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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Woodend has a qualified labor force with strong representation in vital services, an unemployment rate of 5.6%, and an estimated job growth of 12.3% over the prior year, according to AreaSearch compilations of statistical area data. In March 2026777 local citizens were employed, with the unemployment rate sitting 1.3% higher than the Greater Brisbane level of 4.3%, and labor force participation trailing the metropolitan benchmark (67.4% relative to 70.4% in Greater Brisbane). Census records indicate a moderate 16.7% of employed residents worked from home, though this may reflect the influence of Covid-19 health restrictions.
Worker employment is heavily weighted toward healthcare & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety. The locality exhibits a strong concentration in education & training, where the employment proportion is 1.7 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing accounts for only 2.5% of local employment, compared to 5.6% for Greater Brisbane. With 1.2 jobs for every local worker at the time of the Census, the neighborhood operates as a employment center, providing more jobs than it has working residents and drawing commuters from neighboring areas. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader statistical regions indicates that over the 12-month period, local employment grew by 12.3% while the labor force expanded by 10.5%, leading to a 1.5 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. This differs from Greater Brisbane, where employment expanded by 3.2%, the labor force grew by 3.4%, and unemployment increased by 0.1 percentage points. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for potential future labor demand in Woodend. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been compared against the local industry profile to estimate future trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of growth varies by sector. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the local workforce mix suggests local jobs could grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, noting that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for comparison and does not incorporate local population growth projections.
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Median household income in Woodend (Qld) is $1,629 a week (about $85,000 a year), with median personal income at $744 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,535 a year against an average of $59,725. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Taxpayer income levels in Woodend are below the national average based on the latest ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income for local taxpayers is $53,535 and the average income is $59,725, which compares to Greater Brisbane figures of $58,236 and $72,799. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 11.36% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be roughly $59,617 for the median and $66,510 for the average as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, household, family, and individual incomes are modest in Woodend, placing between the 37th and 43rd percentiles.
The largest income bracket contains 34.5% of households earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (523 residents), mirroring the wider metropolitan trend of 33.3% in this bracket. After housing expenses, households retain 85.9% of their income for other living costs, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 4th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Woodend (Qld) had 552 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 89% detached houses and 11% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 31% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,452 a month. Rent absorbs 18.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.6%. 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 in Woodend at the time of the last Census consisted of 89.1% detached houses and 10.9% other dwelling types (such as townhouses, apartments, and alternative housing), compared to 73.5% houses and 26.5% other dwellings across the Brisbane metropolitan area. At the same time, the home ownership rate in Woodend exceeded the Brisbane metro average at 28.1%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (40.5%) or rented (31.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,452 was lower than the Brisbane metro average, while the median weekly rent was $300, compared to metropolitan figures of $1,863 and $380.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Woodend are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Woodend (Qld) counted 552 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units represent 69.6% of households, consisting of couples with children at 28.1%, couples without children at 25.6%, and single parent households at 15.2%. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.4%, with single-person households representing 27.4% and group living situations making up 2.5% of all households. The median household size of 2.4 residents is slightly smaller than the Greater Brisbane average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
24.2% of adults in Woodend (Qld) hold a university qualification, including 16.3% with a bachelor degree and 4.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 25.6% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 3,580 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,059 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 (24.2% of residents aged 15+) sitting above the SA3 average of 17.2%, showing a local focus on higher education. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 16.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.9%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational and technical qualifications are also common, with 38.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, including advanced diplomas (12.6%) and certificates (25.6%). Educational enrollment rates are high, with 34.7% of the population participating in formal study.
This cohort includes 14.1% in high school, 9.4% in primary school, and 5.4% enrolled in higher education.
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Getting around Woodend (Qld) means driving: households keep an average of 1.3 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport data shows 4 active stops in Woodend, which are served by bus services. These stops are on 1 distinct routes, providing a total of 124 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 296 meters from their closest stop. As the area is mostly residential, most workers travel outside the suburb, with private cars being the primary mode of travel at 87%, and 6% of people walking. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.3. Approximately 16.7% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
The average service frequency is 17 daily runs across all routes, which translates to roughly 31 weekly trips for each stop.
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62.8% of residents in Woodend (Qld) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 89% of areas nationally. 6.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.2 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 assessments indicate notable issues for Woodend, based on AreaSearch analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, which affect both younger and older cohorts, alongside a relatively low rate of private health insurance coverage at approximately 51% of the population (~771 people). This compares to 55.8% coverage across Greater Brisbane. The most frequent health issues reported by residents are mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 11.9 and 10.8% of the population, respectively, while 62.8% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 69.2% across Greater Brisbane. The working-age cohort experience significant health issues, marked by higher rates of chronic conditions.
The community has 15.6% of residents aged 65 and older (236 people). Health measurements for seniors show some difficulties, with national rankings generally matching those of the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Woodend (Qld) is largely Australian-born, at 87.9% of residents, with 5.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.9%) and Australian (27.0%). 4.2% 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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Woodend has a lower level of cultural diversity than average, with 87.9% of the population born in Australia, 91.4% holding citizenship, and 94.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 48.1% of residents, compared to 47.8% in Greater Brisbane. Looking at ancestral background, the three most common backgrounds reported are English (27.9% of the population), Australian (27.0%), and Irish (11.5%). Some European ancestral groups are represented at rates above the regional average, with Welsh backgrounds at 1.0% (compared to 0.5% regionally), German at 6.0% (compared to 4.2%), and Scottish at 9.3% (compared to 7.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Woodend (Qld) is 37. 26.4% 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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The median age of 37 years in Woodend is similar to the Greater Brisbane average of 36 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Brisbane, Woodend has a higher proportion of young people aged 15 - 24 (16.1%) but a lower share of adults aged 25 - 34 (10.3%). Since the 2021 Census, the 65 to 74 demographic has increased from 7.6% to 9.4% of the population. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.3% to 11.7%, and the 25 to 34 group declined from 11.9% to 10.3%.
Demographic projections indicate the age profile will change by 2041, with the 55 to 64 group expected to grow the fastest at 60%, adding 112 people to reach 299.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Woodend (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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 — 2 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,483 at the 2021 Census → 1,516 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 (SAL33130). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.