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Woodlands (WA) has an estimated 5,130 residents, up from 4,551 at the 2021 Census — a change of 579 people, or 12.7%. Growth has averaged 1.9% a year over five years, faster than 79% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 91.0% of that increase. That puts 2,658 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 AreaSearch evaluations combining broader ABS demographic updates with post-Census validated address counts, the suburb of Woodlands (WA) has an estimated community size of approximately 5,130 as of Aug 2026. This indicates an expansion of 579 people (12.7%) from the 4,551 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. The updated figure builds upon an Estimated Resident Population of 5,110 derived from the ABS June 2025 data release, alongside 7 newly validated addresses identified since the Census count. With a population density measuring 2,658 persons per square kilometer, the suburb of Woodlands (WA) sits within the top quartile among locations nationwide evaluated by AreaSearch.
The area's 12.7% pace of expansion since the 2021 census outstripped the 9.5% nationwide benchmark, positioning it at the forefront of regional growth. Overseas migration served as the primary catalyst, delivering around 91.0% of total demographic additions in recent times, with interstate movements and natural increases also making positive contributions. Demographic projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia released in 2024 using 2022 as a base year are applied across local SA2 territories, while post-2032 horizons and uncovered zones utilize age-cohort growth models from the 2023 ABS Greater Capital Region release (grounded in 2022 data). Factoring in these prospective generational movements, the suburb of Woodlands (WA) is slated for above-median expansion relative to statistical zones examined by AreaSearch. Looking ahead to 2041, aggregated SA2 figures indicate the suburb of Woodlands (WA) will add 847 persons, representing cumulative growth of 16.1% over the 16 years.
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143 new dwellings have been approved in Woodlands (WA) over the past five years, an average of 28 a year. That places the area in the 59th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 27 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 81% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 15, 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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ABS residential building approvals mapped across the statistical territory indicate that Woodlands logs roughly 28 residential construction consents per year, representing approximately 143 dwellings across the previous 5 financial years. During FY-25 so far, 15 residential approvals have been authorized. Between FY-21 and FY-25, the local population expanded by an average of 3.4 persons per year for every home constructed, underscoring a pronounced supply shortfall that elevates buyer rivalry and stimulates pricing upward. Concurrently, newly approved dwellings carry an average construction value of $994,000, illustrating an emphasis among builders on premium, high-value projects.
Meanwhile, commercial construction authorizations have totaled $4.8 million over the ongoing financial year, reflecting a modest focus on non-residential development. Relative to Greater Perth, residential construction volume in Woodlands is slightly elevated, running 22.0% above the per-capita regional benchmark over the 5 year period, which helps retain options for purchasers while supporting underlying property demand, even as building velocity has eased in recent times. Detached dwellings make up 81.0% of recent construction pipelines, while medium and high-density structures account for 19.0%, maintaining the established suburban fabric and catering to buyers seeking standalone space. Averaging around 289 people per approval, the local development sector shows signs of market transition. Demographic projections suggest that Woodlands will welcome an extra 827 residents through to 2041 relative to the latest AreaSearch quarterly figures. Although current building pipelines are tracking reasonably well with prospective expansion, property buyers may experience heightened competition as community numbers expand.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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AreaSearch tracks 71 current infrastructure and development projects close to Woodlands (WA), worth an estimated $11.7 billion. 23 are already under construction and 30 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local capital investments, major urban works, and town planning frameworks fundamentally shape community growth and regional appeal. AreaSearch has pinpointed 7 strategic initiatives expected to influence the local area. Notable projects include Glendalough Green, Glendalough Station Precinct Planning, Odin Road Residential Infill, and Stirling City Centre Development, with key project details outlined below.
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Stirling Bus Interchange Upgrade
Major upgrade of the Stirling Bus Interchange to expand capacity from 18 to 30 bus stands. The project includes a new 36-meter-long enclosed pedestrian bridge over the Mitchell Freeway, a new concourse, and a upgraded southern car park. The new interchange facility partially opened to bus services on April 25, 2026, while finishing works on the old interchange resurfacing and pedestrian bridge fixtures continue toward a mid-2026 final completion.
Stirling City Centre Development
A 351-hectare urban renewal project transforming Stirling into a high-intensity mixed-use precinct centered around the Stirling train station and Innaloo retail hub. Key 2026 milestones include the finalisation of the Stephenson Avenue Extension Phase 2 interchange and the progression of Local Planning Scheme No. 4 (LPS4). The vision features a trackless tram mid-tier transit system, an extensive green corridor, and a premier sports and recreation precinct currently undergoing technical investigations.
Doubleview Underground Power Project
Conversion of existing overhead distribution powerlines to underground infrastructure in Doubleview as part of the Network Renewal Undergrounding Program Pilot (NRUPP). The project is delivered jointly by Western Power and the City of Stirling to improve network safety, power reliability, and streetscape canopy growth.
Stirling Bus Interchange Upgrade
Upgrade of the Stirling Bus Interchange adjoining Stirling Station and Mitchell Freeway. The project expands the bus interchange from an 18-stand facility to a 29-30 stand facility and provides a new pedestrian concourse between Stirling Station and the southern car park. The works are being delivered by Main Roads WA on behalf of the Public Transport Authority as part of the wider Stephenson Avenue Extension project. The new section of the bus bridge opened to Transperth passengers in April 2026, with remaining interchange, car park, road and path works continuing toward mid-2026 completion.
Osborne Park Hospital Women and Newborn Services Expansion
Major expansion of Osborne Park Hospital being delivered as part of the 1.8 billion dollar New Women and Babies Hospital Project, which will double the site's birthing capacity. Construction officially commenced in March 2026 with site clearing, bulk earthworks, piling and assembly of the first tower crane scheduled over the first six months. The project comprises a six-storey main clinical building and an interconnected four-storey support services building. New and expanded facilities include maternity, gynaecology and neonatology services, a dedicated Family Birth Centre, obstetric theatres, expanded labour and birth suites, ambulatory care, intensive care and high dependency, a mother and baby mental health unit, outpatient clinics, and upgraded campus support including pharmacy, pathology, sterilisation, kitchen and catering services.Works are expected to be completed in 2029 and will accommodate around 200 full time equivalent staff under shift arrangements.
Stephenson Avenue Extension
A transformative road infrastructure project extending Stephenson Avenue from Scarborough Beach Road to the Mitchell Freeway. Phase 1 (completed Feb 2022) established the link to Flax Way. Phase 2, currently in finishing stages, includes a new grade-separated interchange at Mitchell Freeway, an 80-metre-long bridge over the freeway and rail line, and a major upgrade of the Stirling Bus Interchange from 18 to 30 stands. The project aims to reduce congestion on Scarborough Beach Road and Cedric Street while unlocking 55 hectares of land for future urban renewal and housing in the Stirling City Centre.
Glendalough Green
Medium-density infill project delivering 100 architect-designed, turnkey two-storey townhouses in a London mews-inspired style, on the former Catholic Church landholding on Harborne Street between Herdsman Lake and Lake Monger. The community features a central communal open space with barbecues and picnic areas, a nature play area, and vehicle access via a two-way communal loop road off Harborne Street. Delivered by Peet Limited in partnership with Tokyo Gas Real Estate Australia, the project is 500m from Glendalough Train Station and 6km from the Perth CBD.Construction is well advanced across multiple stages and the first releases have sold out.
Westfield Innaloo Redevelopment (Westfield Stirling)
A major $600 million transformation of Westfield Innaloo into 'Westfield Stirling.' The project aims to nearly double the centre's size to 110,000sqm, adding 110 new retailers, a rooftop entertainment precinct with a new cinema complex, and a fresh food market. While deferred in late 2019, the project remains a cornerstone of the Stirling City Centre urban regeneration plan, which includes over $350 million in government-funded transport infrastructure like the Stephenson Avenue Extension, currently under construction and scheduled for completion by mid-2026 to unlock surrounding land for mixed-use and residential development.
2,718 residents of Woodlands (WA) are employed, from a labour force of 2,760. Unemployment sits at 1.5%, with participation at 64.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,101, about 80% 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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Woodlands is defined by a skilled workforce with substantial representation in professional fields, an unemployment rate standing at just 1.5%, and an annual employment expansion estimated at 4.2% based on aggregated statistical area figures from AreaSearch. As of March 2026, 2,718 local residents participate in employment, with joblessness tracking 2.7% lower than the 4.2% recorded across Greater Perth, whereas labor force engagement remains comparatively subdued (64.3% versus 69.9% for Greater Perth). In Census returns, only 13.0% of workers indicated working from home, a metric that may reflect prevailing Covid-19 restrictions at the time.
Health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training represent the three foremost sectors of employment for local residents. The professional & technical field shows remarkable local concentration, capturing an employment share 1.7 times the Greater Perth benchmark. Conversely, manufacturing claims a smaller footprint locally, employing 2.9% of the Woodlands workforce compared to 5.5% across Greater Perth. The balance between Census working numbers and the resident headcount underscores the locality's primarily residential character with limited local commercial jobs. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, during the year to March 2026, employment levels increased by 4.2% and labour force increased by 4.3%, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable. This contrasts with Greater Perth, where employment rose by 2.0%, the labour force grew by 2.5%, and unemployment rose 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Woodlands. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Woodlands's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.0% over five years and 14.4% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
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Median household income in Woodlands (WA) is $2,098 a week (about $109,000 a year), with median personal income at $890 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,772 a year against an average of $82,754. 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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Data from the ATO at the postcode level compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that Woodlands taxpayers recorded a median income of $60,772 and an average earning of $82,754. These metrics represent elevated levels nationally, outperforming the Greater Perth median of $60,748 and average of $80,248. Indexing these figures against a 10.93% Wage Price Index increase since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of roughly $67,414 (median) and $91,799 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, aggregate household, family, and personal earnings in the suburb sit near the national 68th percentile.
In terms of earnings distribution, the largest share of residents (26.5%, or 1,359 people) falls into the $4000+ per week band, differing from the wider metropolitan area where the $1,500 - 2,999 category leads at 32.0%. Overall, 37.6% of income earners bring in over $3,000 each week, driving strong spending capacity. After meeting mortgage and rental commitments, locals keep 86.8% of income, placing the suburb in the 9th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Woodlands (WA) had 1,657 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 69% detached houses and 11% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 18% rented and 49% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $420 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,600 a month. Rent absorbs 20.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census, the local housing stock in Woodlands consisted of 69.3% standalone houses and 30.7% other dwellings (including semi-detached formats, apartments, and alternative structures), compared with 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings across Perth metro. Fully owned homes without a mortgage formed a substantially higher proportion than the wider metropolitan benchmark, reaching 48.5%, while mortgaged properties accounted for 33.2% and rental accommodation comprised 18.3%. Typical mortgage obligations reached a median of $2,600 per month, noticeably higher than the Perth metro median of $1,907, whereas weekly rents centered at a median of $420 compared to $350 regionally.
On a nationwide scale, local mortgage repayments far exceed the Australian average of $1,863, with rental costs likewise exceeding the national mark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Woodlands (WA) counted 1,657 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,868 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the vast majority of local living arrangements at 71.0% of all households, consisting of couples with children (37.4%), couples without children (23.3%), and single parent families (9.1%). The remaining 29.0% consists of non-family living situations, led by single-person dwellings at 26.8% and group households at 2.3%. The typical household size sits at a median of 2.6 people, aligning precisely with the Greater Perth average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
45.6% of adults in Woodlands (WA) hold a university qualification, including 31.0% with a bachelor degree and 10.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 89% of areas nationally. A further 13.9% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 787 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,128 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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Tertiary attainment in Woodlands stands well above wider geographic benchmarks, with 45.6% of residents aged 15 and over possessing university degrees, compared to 27.9% across WA and 29.0% within the SA4 region. This high concentration of academic qualifications strongly equips the workforce for professional and technical roles. By specific qualification, bachelor degrees comprise 31.0%, postgraduate degrees account for 10.2%, and graduate diplomas represent 4.4%. Technical and vocational credentials encompass 24.8% of those aged 15+, broken down into advanced diplomas (10.9%) and certificates (13.9%). A substantial 30.5% of local residents are actively engaged in formal study.
Within this student demographic, secondary school attendees represent 11.0% of residents, primary school students constitute 9.9%, and tertiary scholars account for 6.0%.
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Public transport in Woodlands (WA) reaches 19 stops on 12 routes, timetabled for about 2,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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 transit infrastructure in Woodlands includes 19 functional stops primarily serving bus commuters. These stations are connected by 12 distinct transit routes that combine to deliver 2,942 weekly passenger trips. Transit connectivity is excellent, with typical walking distances to the closest stop measuring 180 meters. Given the residential orientation, most journeys are outbound, with private vehicles accounting for 79% of trips, trains capturing 9%, and buses handling 6%. Households maintain an average of 1.5 motor vehicles. Additionally, 13.0% of workers operated from home at the 2021 Census, a figure potentially influenced by COVID-19 settings.
Public transport services generate an average of 420 trips per day across the network, translating to roughly 154 weekly transit runs for each individual stop.
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69.9% of residents in Woodlands (WA) report no long-term health condition. 6.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 60.1% 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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Woodlands achieves strong overall health indicators based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and condition frequency, featuring a low occurrence of common ailments among the broader populace, though rates rise above national benchmarks within vulnerable, older age brackets. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is remarkably widespread, covering roughly 60% of all residents (3,080 people). Arthritis and asthma represent the most frequently reported medical diagnoses locally, affecting 8.1% and 6.9% of the population, respectively, while 69.9% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, in contrast to 71.9% throughout Greater Perth.
Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 24.5% of the community (1,256 people), exceeding the 15.9% proportion observed across Greater Perth, yet ranking lower on a nationwide scale than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
32.4% of Woodlands (WA) residents were born overseas and 17.9% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.0%) and Australian (22.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Woodlands displays elevated multicultural characteristics compared with most residential areas, featuring 17.9% of households using a primary language other than English at home and 32.4% of residents born abroad. Christianity stands as the dominant faith, observed by 53.4% of the population, exceeding the 45.0% share found throughout Greater Perth. Looking at parental heritage, the three most prevalent ancestries in Woodlands are English (28.0%), Australian (22.9%), and Other (8.2%). Certain other backgrounds also demonstrate distinct representation relative to regional patterns, including South Australian residents at 1.2% (compared to 1.0% regionally), Polish at 1.0% (versus 0.7%), and Welsh at 0.8% (versus 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Woodlands (WA) is 44, older than 76% of areas nationally. 22.9% 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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Demographically, Woodlands leans heavily toward older age groups. In population updates to August 2026, senior and retiree groups (65+) constitute 24.5% of the community compared to 15.9% across Greater Perth, while adults aged 25 - 44 represent 21.0% versus 30.9% regionally. The median age stands at an estimated 44, matching the 2021 Census mark and sitting 7 years above the Greater Perth median of 37 recorded at that same Census, while the nationwide Census median was 38. The most visible shift since the Census occurred in the 0 - 24 youth cohort, dropping from 31.3% to an estimated 29.6%.
Through to 2041, senior brackets are anticipated to experience the strongest additions, climbing by 674 residents (54%) to reach 1,931, while younger cohorts (0 - 24) are projected to decrease.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Woodlands (WA)
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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last 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 4 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 7 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (4,551 at the 2021 Census → 5,130 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 Aug 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 (SAL51638). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.