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South Hobart - Fern Tree has an estimated 6,756 residents, up from 6,727 at the 2021 Census. That puts 288 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 the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of South Hobart - Fern Tree stands at approximately 6,756 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 29 individuals (0.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 6,727 people. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 6,752 from June 2025 alongside 30 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The resulting population density is 287 persons per square kilometer, which indicates substantial space per resident and opportunity for subsequent growth. Over the last ten years, South Hobart - Fern Tree has shown stable expansion with a 0.9% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the figures of the SA3 region.
This population increase was driven almost exclusively by overseas migration, which served as the primary source of population gains in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes the ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this dataset, and to project age group trends after 2032, the Tasmanian State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2022 (using 2021 as the baseline) are applied, modified via a weighted aggregation of population growth from the LGA to the SA2 level. Future projections indicate population growth will track slightly under the national median, with the locality projected to grow by 797 persons by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total expansion of 11.7% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
87 new dwellings have been approved in South Hobart - Fern Tree over the past five years, an average of 17 a year. That is 2.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 5, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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South Hobart - Fern Tree averages approximately 17 residential building approvals annually, with 87 homes approved during the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 5 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. As the population has contracted recently, the supply of new housing has likely matched demand, providing buyers with options, while new dwellings carry an average construction cost of $212,000—below regional averages—representing more affordable choices for buyers. Furthermore, commercial building approvals worth $2.4 million have been registered this financial year, highlighting the mostly residential character of the locality.
In comparison to Greater Hobart, South Hobart - Fern Tree displays equivalent per capita development volumes, sustaining a market balance aligned with nearby localities. This level of activity is lower than the national average, indicating a mature market and highlighting potential limits on development. Additionally, all recent construction has focused on detached houses, preserving the classic low-density profile of the suburb with an emphasis on spacious family homes. Interestingly, developers are focusing on traditional houses at a higher rate than the existing housing stock (75.0% at Census), showing persistent demand for detached family homes despite pressures to increase density. The estimated ratio of 647 people per dwelling approval reflects a calm, low-volume development environment. Population projections suggest South Hobart - Fern Tree will add 793 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If development continues at its current pace, the supply of housing may not keep pace with population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and put upward pressure on prices.
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 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside South Hobart - Fern Tree, worth an estimated $38 million. A further 68 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $7.68 billion. 21 are already under construction and 20 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and major developments have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 21 projects expected to influence the area. Principal developments include the South Arm Highway Upgrade (at the intersection of Acton Road and South Arm Road), Roches Beach Living, the Fragrance Group Conservatorium Development, and the Southern Outlet Transit Lane, with details provided for the most significant projects.
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South Arm Highway Upgrade (Acton Road and South Arm Road Intersection Upgrade)
Upgrade of the South Arm Road and Acton Road intersection at Lauderdale including traffic signals, dual lanes, dedicated turning lanes, cycling facilities, accessible bus stops, pedestrian crossings, improved school access and preparation for the staged duplication of South Arm Highway from Pass Road to Acton Road. Parliamentary approval has been completed and construction is scheduled to commence from mid-2026 as the first stage of the wider South Arm Highway Upgrade.
Halls Saddle Mountain Gateway Precinct Proposal
Proposed multi-purpose gateway precinct at Halls Saddle, a disused council-owned quarry near Fern Tree just outside Wellington Park. The precinct would create a park-and-ride visitor hub, with cars parking at the saddle and shuttle buses carrying visitors up Pinnacle Road to the kunanyi/Mt Wellington summit, reducing congestion and safety issues on the narrow mountain road. In November 2025 the Australian Government awarded the City of Hobart 3.2 million dollars under the Urban Precincts and Partnerships Program to fund planning, design and community engagement.Terroir Architects has since prepared a master plan with four design options ranging from a 212-space three-level car park (23.45 million dollars, the firm's recommended option) up to a 408-space five-level structure (34.83 million dollars). Hobart City Council voted 9-3 in June 2026 to receive and note the master plan, though it has not yet chosen a preferred design, and sign-off from the Wellington Park Management Trust and the Tasmanian Government is still required before the project can proceed to detailed design and delivery.
Southern Outlet Transit Lane
Major Hobart City Deal transport project delivering a northbound T3 transit lane between Olinda Grove and Macquarie Street to improve travel times for buses, emergency services and high-occupancy vehicles. The project complements the Huntingfield and Firthside Park and Ride facilities, Transit Lane Connector and Macquarie and Davey Street bus improvements. Rockface protection works are scheduled before major transit lane construction progresses.
Masonic Lodge Hotel Conversion
Adaptive reuse and expansion of the historic 1930s Hobart Masonic Hall. The project involves a seven-storey addition above the existing Stripped Classical style building to create a 51-room hotel. The design preserves the heritage facade and internal halls while adding five levels of accommodation and a rooftop bar. Structural columns will be installed at ground level encroaching onto adjoining titles to support the new upper levels.
Royal Hobart Hospital Emergency Department Expansion
Construction is underway on the Royal Hobart Hospital Emergency Department Expansion. The project is part of the broader Stage 2 RHH Redevelopment and will expand and modernise emergency care facilities, including new treatment points, paediatric and mental health waiting areas, imaging capacity, procedure rooms and staged temporary access arrangements so the hospital can continue operating during works. Phase 1 was completed in 2023, while Phase 2 includes temporary ED access from Argyle Street before works shift to the Liverpool Street side of the hospital in mid-2026.Works are expected to continue until early 2028.
Hobart City Deal
A 10-year partnership (2019-2029) between the Australian and Tasmanian Governments and the Clarence, Glenorchy, Hobart and Kingborough councils to deliver coordinated investments across Greater Hobart. Key programs include the New Bridgewater Bridge, the Northern Suburbs Transit Corridor, Southern Projects transport upgrades, airport border services, Antarctic and Science Precinct at Macquarie Point, affordable housing and urban renewal, and smart city initiatives including a digital twin and smart precincts strategy.
In The Hanging Garden Cultural Precinct
A $300 million mixed-use cultural and urban renewal precinct spanning nearly an entire city block (Murray, Liverpool, Bathurst and Watchorn streets) in Hobart's CBD. Stage 1 - a nine-storey mixed-use office/retail building at 25 Watchorn St designed by Fender Katsalidis - received City of Hobart approval and demolition/construction works are underway. The broader masterplan includes a hotel (180+ keys), upgraded Odeon Theatre, Wellington House conversion (rooftop bar, restaurant, hi-fi bar), residential apartments, hospitality, co-working and performance spaces.Heritage buildings including the Odeon Theatre, Tattersalls Hotel and Wellington House are retained and adapted. Delivered by Riverlee and DarkLab (a MONA subsidiary), with the Stage 1 commercial building a joint venture with Quintessential Equity.
Lumina Function Centre - The Tasman Hotel
Lumina is a purpose-built, column-free function centre being added to The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott, within the Parliament Square precinct in Hobart. Designed by fjcstudio and constructed by SHAPE Tasmania for JGS Property, the venue features a clear-span event space finished in mass-engineered Tasmanian Plantation Oak timber. Lumina will accommodate up to 220 guests for cocktail receptions, 200 banquet-style, or 150 cabaret-style, and will operate in synergy with the hotel's Peppina Restaurant and Deco Lounge.Completion is expected mid-2026, supporting an estimated 187 Tasmanian jobs during construction.
3,914 residents of South Hobart - Fern Tree are employed, from a labour force of 4,025. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 69.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 5,678, about 84% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce in South Hobart - Fern Tree is highly educated, featuring a strong concentration of professional services, a low unemployment rate of 2.8%, and stable employment patterns over the past year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 3,914, while the unemployment rate was 1.6% lower than the Greater Hobart rate of 4.4%. Participation in the labor force is significantly elevated, reaching 69.3% compared to 63.8% in Greater Hobart. According to Census data, a moderate 14.3% of workers operated from home, though this figure should be interpreted in light of COVID-19 restrictions.
Resident employment is concentrated primarily in health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical fields. The suburb displays a strong specialization in education & training, holding a share of employment that is 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, construction is underrepresented at 4.6% compared to the regional average of 8.7%. Because the area is mostly residential, local job opportunities appear limited, as shown by the comparison of the Census working population against the resident population. According to SALM and ABS data analyzed by AreaSearch, the year ending March 2026 saw local employment rise by 0.4% and the labor force grow by 0.1%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. Conversely, Greater Hobart recorded a 0.1% decline in employment, a 0.2% increase in the labor force, and a 0.3 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context on future demand in South Hobart - Fern Tree. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these sectoral trends to the local employment mix suggests South Hobart - Fern Tree employment could increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, noting this is a weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that excludes local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in South Hobart - Fern Tree is $1,827 a week (about $95,000 a year), with median personal income at $902 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,136 a year against an average of $77,204. 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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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics from AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that incomes in the South Hobart - Fern Tree SA2 are very high on a national scale, with a median of $57,136 and an average of $77,204. In comparison, Greater Hobart recorded a median income of $54,577 and an average of $65,190. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, current figures are estimated at approximately $63,392 for the median and $85,658 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in the area are concentrated around the 60th percentile nationally.
Income distribution shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings bracket includes 32.4% of the population (2,188 individuals), which matches the metropolitan rate of 32.2%. After accounting for housing costs, households retain 87.1% of their income, indicating strong purchasing power, while the area ranks in the 8th decile of the SEIFA index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
South Hobart - Fern Tree had 2,599 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 75% detached houses and 11% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 29% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,625 a month. Rent absorbs 20.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing stock in South Hobart - Fern Tree at the latest Census consisted of 75.3% houses and 24.6% other dwelling types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative housing), compared to 85.3% houses and 14.7% other dwellings in metropolitan Hobart. Home ownership in South Hobart - Fern Tree was higher than the metropolitan Hobart average at 37.4%, with the remaining properties mortgaged (33.4%) or rented (29.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $1,625, which sits above the Hobart metro average of $1,517, while the median weekly rent was $380, compared to $350 in the broader metro area.
Nationally, mortgage payments in South Hobart - Fern Tree are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, whereas weekly rents exceed the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
South Hobart - Fern Tree counted 2,599 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the majority of the community at 64.2%, consisting of couples with children at 25.2%, couples without children at 28.4%, and single parent families at 9.3%. Non-family households account for the remaining 35.8%, with single-person households representing 28.7% and group households comprising 7.1%. The median household size is 2.4 people, matching the average for Greater Hobart.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
57.2% of adults in South Hobart - Fern Tree hold a university qualification, including 32.7% with a bachelor degree and 18.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 92% of areas nationally. A further 11.6% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 462 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,137 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 level of education in South Hobart - Fern Tree is significantly higher than broader averages, with 57.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 25.5% in TAS and 30.4% across Australia. This educational profile positions the suburb well for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 32.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees (18.5%) and graduate diplomas (6.0%). Vocational qualifications are held by 19.7% of residents aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas (8.1%) and certificates (11.6%). Participation in education is high, with 34.0% of residents enrolled in study.
This group is composed of 11.1% in tertiary studies, 9.9% in primary school, and 7.5% in secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in South Hobart - Fern Tree reaches 89 stops on 123 routes, timetabled for about 9,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 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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Public transport services in South Hobart - Fern Tree include 89 active transport stops utilizing bus services. These stops are connected to 123 distinct routes, providing a total of 9,278 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 209 meters from the closest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers travel outside the area to work, with cars being the primary mode of travel at 65%, while 14% walk and 9% cycle. Households own an average of 1.2 vehicles, which is below the regional average.
In the 2021 Census, 14.3% of residents worked from home, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 1,325 trips per day, which translates to approximately 104 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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69.7% of residents in South Hobart - Fern Tree report no long-term health condition. 4.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.1 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 outcomes for residents of South Hobart - Fern Tree are generally positive, with analysis from AreaSearch showing mortality rates and medical conditions that align with national averages. Standard rates of common health conditions are observed across both younger and older demographics, and private health insurance coverage is high, encompassing roughly 57% of the population (~3,850 people), compared to 51.7% in Greater Hobart. Mental health conditions and arthritis represent the most common health issues in the area, affecting 9.8 and 8.4% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 69.7% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 65.5% in Greater Hobart.
Residents under the age of 65 exhibit better than average health. The suburb has 17.8% of its population aged 65 and over (1,204 people), which is lower than the Greater Hobart proportion of 20.0%. Older residents experience above-average health outcomes, with their national rankings exceeding those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
South Hobart - Fern Tree is largely Australian-born, at 75.6% of residents, with 14.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.6%) and Australian (24.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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South Hobart - Fern Tree shows above-average levels of cultural diversity, with 24.4% of the population born overseas and 14.3% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religion, practiced by 25.5% of residents. The most distinct divergence is in Buddhism, which represents 2.3% of the population compared to 1.4% across Greater Hobart. Regarding parental ancestry, the three largest groups in South Hobart - Fern Tree are English at 30.6%, Australian at 24.6%, and Scottish at 9.3%. There is also notable representation of other ancestries: Dutch represents 2.1% of the population (compared to 1.5% regionally), Welsh accounts for 0.8% (compared to 0.5%), and French is at 0.8% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of South Hobart - Fern Tree is 39. 29.4% 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 in South Hobart - Fern Tree is 39 years, matching the Greater Hobart average of 39 and sitting close to the national median of 38. The 15 - 24 age cohort is overrepresented locally at 14.7% compared to Greater Hobart, while the 65 - 74 age group is underrepresented at 9.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group has expanded from 12.2% to 14.7% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 12.0% to 10.3%, and the 25 to 34 group fell from 15.7% to 14.7%.
Projections suggest the age profile will change by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 41%, adding 373 residents to reach a total of 1,274. In contrast, the 35 to 44 age group is projected to shrink by 207 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for South Hobart - Fern Tree
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 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) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month 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 Jul 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 — 30 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,727 at the 2021 Census → 6,756 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 (601051032). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.