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Mowbray has an estimated 4,153 residents, up from 4,048 at the 2021 Census — a change of 105 people, or 2.6%. That puts 448 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 findings, the population of Mowbray stands at approximately 4,153 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 105 people (2.6%) compared to the 2021 Census tally of 4,048 people. Such movement is drawn from ABS figures showing an estimated resident population of 4,136 as of June 2025 alongside 27 validated new addresses identified since the Census date. Across the locality, population density sits at 447 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per resident and capacity for upcoming expansion. Tracking within 0.2 percentage points of the SA3 area (2.8%), Mowbray's 2.6% post-census gain highlights sound growth momentum.
The primary catalyst for this demographic expansion has been overseas migration, which generated roughly 77.0% of recent population additions. SA2 population forecasts utilized by AreaSearch are based on ABS/Geoscience Australia modelling published in 2024 using 2022 as a base year. Where SA2 coverage is absent, and for age cohort estimations extending post-2032, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections issued in 2022 using 2021 as the base year are incorporated through weighted aggregation from LGA to SA2 tiers. Forward demographic outlooks under this approach point to an aggregate decrease, projecting the local headcount to shrink by 32 persons by 2041. Even so, selective age brackets are expected to rise, headlined by an increase of 85 people within the 45 to 54 bracket. See the age section for more details.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
54 new dwellings have been approved in Mowbray over the past five years, an average of 10 a year. That is 2.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Across Mowbray, building approvals have averaged roughly 10 dwellings annually, amounting to 54 homes across the past 5 financial years. Given recent local population contraction, this rate of construction represents sufficient volume for incoming purchasers, with newly approved residences carrying an average construction cost of $288,000—a figure lower than the broader regional benchmark that supports attainable entry pricing. Alongside residential activity, commercial approvals recorded $1.3 million this financial year, reinforcing the suburb's mostly residential orientation. Per capita residential construction in Mowbray tracks at approximately 65% of the level observed across Rest of Tas., ranking at the 42nd percentile across Australia.
This measured pipeline narrows available purchasing stock and sustains buyer appetite for established homes. The lower relative volume against national figures underscores the mature character of the suburb and points to possible planning constraints. Furthermore, all recent building permits have been for standalone houses, preserving the low-density neighborhood fabric and catering to family buyers in search of spacious living. This building emphasis on detached homes outpaces the prevailing housing stock mix (85.0% at Census), indicating enduring appetite for standalone family properties even amidst broader urban densification. A ratio of roughly 417 people for each approved dwelling underlines the calm, low-scale nature of the local building landscape. Because demographic forecasts indicate steady or decreasing resident numbers, Mowbray is positioned to experience easing demand on its residential market, presenting favorable conditions for prospective purchasers.
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 Mowbray, worth an estimated $66 million. A further 52 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.61 billion. 12 are already under construction and 21 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and environmental & disaster management. 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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Community outcomes and regional performance are strongly shaped by capital works, planning frameworks, and strategic infrastructure investments. AreaSearch has recorded 21 projects expected to influence the local area. Prominent developments include the Northern Suburbs Community Recreation Hub (The Hub), the kanamaluka Cultural Centre (Incorporating Conference & Exhibition Space), the UTAS Stadium Redevelopment, and the Flood Levee Protected Areas Specific Area Plan, with the following overview highlighting the key initiatives.
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Northern Suburbs Community Recreation Hub (The Hub)
The Hub is Tasmania's largest multi-purpose community sporting and recreation facility, located at Mowbray in Launceston. Stage 2, delivered by Vos Construction and Joinery, officially opened on 28 March 2026 following 18 months of construction. The facility spans over 10,000 square metres of indoor space and features 7 courts (4 netball, 3 multi-use), a rock climbing wall, gymnastics area, gym, dojo, boxing and weightlifting facilities, cafe, commercial kitchen, grandstand seating, youth engagement spaces, and EV charging.PCYC North operates the venue as manager. Stage 3, a $18.9 million Tasmanian Government-funded expansion adding 4 additional multipurpose courts (bringing the total to 11) and approximately 4,600 square metres of new floor area, has a development application open for public comment as of April 2026, with construction expected to commence in late 2026.
UTAS Stadium Redevelopment
The $130 million redevelopment of UTAS Stadium (York Park) is transforming the venue into a world-class Tier 2 sporting precinct. Main works include the new mass-timber Centre West Stand featuring premium seating and corporate facilities, a redeveloped Eastern Stand with 3,629 seats, and Western Stand infill seating. The project increases capacity to 17,500 and prepares the venue for the Tasmania Devils AFL/AFLW entry in 2028. Construction is being delivered in phases to maintain stadium operations for AFL and BBL matches.
Flood Levee Protected Areas Specific Area Plan
Draft Amendment PSA-LLP0029 to the Tasmanian Planning Scheme - Launceston Local Provisions Schedule. The amendment removes the legacy LAU-S10.0 Invermay/Inveresk Flood Inundation Specific Area Plan and inserts a new LAU-S17 Flood Levee Protected Areas Specific Area Plan, while modifying the C12.0 Flood-Prone Areas Hazard Code overlay. The new plan establishes a current, best-practice, risk-based framework for land use and development across five mapped areas covering Invermay, Inveresk, Newstead and parts of central Launceston. Land is sorted into High, Medium, and Low Flood Risk Precincts based on a flood risk assessment by Molino Stewart that modelled current, 2050 and 2090 climate scenarios.The plan aims to minimise risk to life and property for approximately 3,000 properties protected by the 12km Launceston levee system. Key controls include restricting residential subdivision in high risk areas (effectively banning new subdivisions in much of Invermay), prohibiting new aged care, retirement villages, custodial and respite care facilities in all flood risk precincts, and requiring new builds in high risk zones to be certified by an expert as capable of withstanding flood waters and debris assuming no levee protection. Council approved the draft amendment on 12 December 2024 and it is now under formal assessment by the Tasmanian Planning Commission, with delegates Roger Howlett and Robin Nolan appointed on 5 March 2026 and Louise Blyth as Planning Adviser.
kanamaluka Cultural Centre (Incorporating Conference & Exhibition Space)
The kanamaluka Cultural Centre is a proposed $70 million multipurpose arts, culture, and convention facility planned for Invermay, Launceston. Led by JMC Group in partnership with the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra, the precinct plan includes a 750-seat concert hall, a 1,000-seat conference centre, First Nations cultural areas, and recording studios. The project has received planning support from the City of Launceston and is progressing through funding and detailed design.
The Green
Masterplanned residential development on 88 hectares in the Northern Suburbs of Launceston, 7km from the CBD. The project incorporates urban planning, design, and sustainability to create a connected community with over 500 lots, including open spaces, natural parkland, and community gardens.
Newnham Creek Stabilisation Project
Remediation and stabilisation of a 100-metre section of a Newnham Creek tributary. The project included reshaping, rock stabilisation, and revegetation with 2000 native plants to improve water quality, ecology, and park amenity.
Second Kanamaluka/River Tamar Crossing
A proposed multi-modal bridge crossing of the Kanamaluka/River Tamar between the East and West Tamar Highways in Launceston, designed to improve travel time reliability, reduce congestion through Riverside, Trevallyn and the Launceston CBD, enhance safety, and provide active transport pathways. The bridge would carry a minimum of four traffic lanes plus separated walking and cycling infrastructure, with a navigation channel for river traffic. A business case was submitted to Infrastructure Australia in February 2024. Community consultation on five alignment options closed in April 2025; a consultation report is pending and no preferred option has yet been selected.The Tasmanian Government has committed $80 million and the Australian Government a further $20 million toward planning and design. Estimated construction cost ranges from $680 million to $1.1 billion depending on the option chosen.
Ravenswood Subdivision
A planned 100-lot subdivision on a 12.6-hectare site at 50 Wildor Crescent, Ravenswood. Developed by Homes Tasmania, the project aims to deliver affordable housing options, including lots available through the MyHome shared equity program. The site was transferred to Homes Tasmania in June 2023 and the development application was approved by Launceston City Council in November 2023.
2,041 residents of Mowbray are employed, from a labour force of 2,178. Unemployment sits at 6.3%, with participation at 61.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labor force in Mowbray demonstrates varied industry skills alongside an unemployment rate of 6.3%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 2,041, with local joblessness sitting 2.3% higher than the 3.9% recorded across Regional Tas. The local participation rate stands at 61.8%, aligning broadly with regional norms against 58.7% in Regional Tas. According to Census records, working from home was limited to 3.9% of the employed community, though broader Covid-19 restrictions during that period may have influenced this outcome. Key sectors employing Mowbray residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food.
A distinct concentration exists in accommodation & food, where the proportion of workers is 1.5 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, construction accounts for only 5.6% of resident employment, trailing the 8.9% observed across Regional Tas. Although businesses operate locally, comparison of Census workplace counts against resident numbers indicates that a substantial share of the workforce travels beyond the suburb for work. Evaluating SALM and ABS metrics, AreaSearch observes that across the 12 months to March 2026, Mowbray experienced a 1.5% reduction in total labor force and a 0.6% dip in working persons, resulting in a 0.9 percentage points reduction in unemployment. In comparison, Regional Tas. recorded a 1.8% rise in employment, a 1.7% increase in the labor supply, and a minor drop in joblessness. Broader labor demand projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide additional context for the suburb. Over five and ten-year intervals, nationwide job totals are projected to lift by 6.6% and 13.7% respectively, with notable variance among individual sectors. When mapped across Mowbray's industry composition, these national growth rates translate to estimated job growth of 6.3% over five years and 13.4% over ten years (representing a direct weighted extrapolation without incorporating local demographic projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Mowbray is $1,138 a week (about $59,000 a year), with median personal income at $583 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,602 a year against an average of $49,996. 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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ATO postcode figures compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate that taxpayers in the Mowbray SA2 earned a median income of $45,602 and an average of $49,996. These figures trail Australian benchmarks as well as the Regional Tas. median of $49,689 and average of $59,358. Accounting for a Wage Price Index expansion of 10.95% since financial year 2023, updated figures suggest approximate levels of $50,595 (median) and $55,471 (average) as of March 2026. Under 2021 Census reporting, Mowbray personal, family, and household earnings all placed between the 9th and 10th percentiles nationally.
In terms of earnings brackets, the largest segment includes 31.6% of residents (1,312 people) generating $800 - 1,499, contrasting with the greater metropolitan area where the $1,500 - 2,999 band leads at 28.5%. Local housing costs create considerable financial strain, leaving just 82.0% of income after shelter costs, ranking at the 9th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mowbray had 1,545 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 85% detached houses and 4% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 51% rented and 26% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $290 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,050 a month. Rent absorbs 25.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the latest Census, housing types in Mowbray were divided between separate houses at 84.6% and other dwellings (such as semi-detached units, apartments, and 'other' dwellings) at 15.4%, differing from Regional Tas. where houses made up 89.9% and other dwellings 10.1%. Outright home ownership in Mowbray was comparatively subdued at 25.6%, with mortgaged residences accounting for 23.3% and rental properties comprising 51.1%. Monthly mortgage obligations were modest, with a local median of $1,050 compared to $1,274 in Regional Tas., whereas median weekly rent was $290 against $250 across Regional Tas.
In a national context, Mowbray presents considerable cost advantages, sitting well beneath Australia's average monthly mortgage figure of $1,863 and typical weekly rent of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mowbray counted 1,545 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 82% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 31% 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 constitute the majority of living arrangements in the area at 58.8%, encompassing couples with children (21.7%), childless couples (20.6%), and single parent households (14.9%). The other 41.2% consist of non-family arrangements, dominated by single-person dwellings at 31.2% alongside group sharehouses at 9.8%. The typical household size sits at 2.5 people, exceeding the 2.3 average recorded across Regional Tas.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
25.9% of adults in Mowbray hold a university qualification, including 14.2% with a bachelor degree and 10.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 22.5% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,195 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,009 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 among Mowbray residents aged 15+ is notable, with 25.9% possessing university credentials compared to 19.3% across Rest of Tas. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees represent the largest proportion at 14.2%, accompanied by postgraduate qualifications at 10.2% and graduate diplomas at 1.5%. Vocational training is likewise well established, with 29.0% of individuals aged 15+ holding technical qualifications, split between certificates (22.5%) and advanced diplomas (6.5%). Student engagement is prominent across the suburb, where 34.2% of the population is actively undertaking formal studies. Within this cohort, primary education accounts for 9.6%, tertiary education represents 9.2%, and secondary education comprises 6.7%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Mowbray reaches 7 stops on 35 routes, timetabled for about 2,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 530 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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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Transit network data indicates that Mowbray contains 7 active transport stops offering bus connections across 35 individual routes, generating a combined total of 2,565 weekly passenger trips. Overall transport access is considered moderate, as locals live an average distance of 527 meters from their closest boarding point. Reflecting its residential character, outward commuting is standard, with private vehicle travel accounting for 87% of journeys and pedestrian trips representing 5%. Vehicle availability averages 1.2 per dwelling, trailing regional figures. In addition, 3.9% of workers worked from home according to the 2021 Census, a figure potentially affected by COVID-19 restrictions.
Across the local network, timetables deliver an average of 366 trips per day, translating to roughly 366 weekly trips for each designated stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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68.1% of residents in Mowbray report no long-term health condition. 6.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.6 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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Demographic indicators reviewed by AreaSearch regarding mortality and illness highlight notable health vulnerabilities in Mowbray, with general chronic conditions observed throughout the population and elevated among senior groups. Furthermore, private healthcare insurance adoption remains limited, covering roughly 46% of the community (~1,910 people), below the 49.1% seen in Regional Tas. and the Australian benchmark of 55.7%. Among long-term health concerns, mental health conditions and arthritis are the most frequently reported, affecting 10.2 and 8.6% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 68.1% of locals reported no chronic medical diagnosis, exceeding the 62.0% recorded in Regional Tas.
Chronic illness levels remain elevated among working-age locals. Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.5% of the local population (603 people), a smaller share than the 25.1% found across Regional Tas., with elderly health measures showing some local challenges despite scoring lower nationally than the wider resident base.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
33.1% of Mowbray residents were born overseas and 30.2% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 75% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (27.6%) and English (26.7%). 3.7% 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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Culturally, Mowbray demonstrates higher diversity than most comparable areas, with 33.1% of residents born abroad and 30.2% communicating in a language other than English in the home. Christianity represents the most widespread religious affiliation, accounting for 36.2% of locals. The sharpest variation from regional patterns occurs within the Other faith category, representing 3.2% of the population against 0.7% in Regional Tas. Evaluating parental ancestry lines, the leading reported heritages in Mowbray include Australian at 27.6% (compared to the regional level of 32.6%), English at 26.7% (below the regional 34.1%), and Other at 18.4% (well above the regional 4.6%).
Other ancestral lineages show distinct differences from regional norms: Australian Aboriginal accounts for 3.7% in Mowbray (vs 4.1% regionally), Chinese represents 3.8% (vs 0.8%), and Korean makes up 0.3% (vs 0.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mowbray is 32, younger than 92% of areas nationally. 35.6% 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 demographic profile in Mowbray leans young, with August 2026 estimates indicating that 38.5% of the community consists of young to middle aged adults (25 - 44), well above the 23.0% seen in Regional Tas. Conversely, senior and retiree age groups (65+) represent 14.5% of locals, compared to 25.1% regionally. AreaSearch assesses the local median age at 32 as at August 2026, remaining in line with the 2021 Census figure and sitting 13 years below the Regional Tas. benchmark of 45 from that Census, when the national median was 38.
Following the Census, children and young adults (0 - 24) declined from 32.0% of the population to an estimated 27.6%. Looking ahead to 2041, the retiree and elderly cohorts are expected to see the strongest net growth, rising by 139 residents (23%) to 742, while cohorts comprising young to middle aged adults and children and young adults are forecast to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mowbray
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 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 · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 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 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 — 27 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (4,048 at the 2021 Census → 4,153 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 (602011040). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.