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Ocean Reef has an estimated 9,008 residents, up from 8,125 at the 2021 Census — a change of 883 people, or 10.9%. Growth has averaged 1.6% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 92.3% of that increase. That puts 1,713 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 research conducted by AreaSearch, the estimated headcount for Ocean Reef stands at approximately 9,008 as of Aug 2026. This indicates an expansion of 883 people (10.9%) compared to the 2021 Census tally of 8,125 people. This figure is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 8,985 recorded as of June 2025 alongside 24 validated new addresses added post-Census. With these numbers, population density reaches 1,712 persons per square kilometer, outpacing the typical national benchmark evaluated by AreaSearch. The community's 10.9% increase since the 2021 census outstripped the wider Australian benchmark (9.5%), positioning it among the faster-growing localities regionally.
Net overseas migration served as the primary growth catalyst, generating roughly 92.3% of all recent demographic additions. Projections published in 2024 (anchored to a 2022 baseline) from ABS and Geoscience Australia have been applied across SA2 territories by AreaSearch. Where localized figures are missing or when modeling outcomes beyond 2032, cohort-based growth parameters from the ABS Greater Capital Region forecast series (released in 2023, based on 2022 data) are incorporated. Looking at expected structural transitions, the locality is anticipated to achieve higher-than-median demographic expansion relative to Australian statistical districts, gaining 1,081 persons by 2041 according to current annual ERP figures, representing an overall increase of 11.8% over the 16 years.
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53 new dwellings have been approved in Ocean Reef over the past five years, an average of 10 a year. That is 1.2 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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Annual residential building approvals in Ocean Reef have averaged roughly 10 dwellings, culminating in 53 homes over the last 5 financial years. Given that approximately 13.2 new residents arrived each year for every new dwelling constructed across the previous 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), local housing output has lagged well behind demand, typically fostering tighter buyer competition and upward pricing tendencies. Furthermore, new builds carry an average estimated construction cost of $714,000, signaling developer focus on upscale, higher-tier residences. During the ongoing financial year, non-residential building approvals have also totaled $10.9 million, indicating a moderate tempo of commercial construction.
Residential building volumes in Ocean Reef remain considerably subdued when compared against Greater Perth (53.0% below regional average per person). Such restricted additions to the dwelling stock frequently support buyer demand and asset values for established properties. This rate also trails nationwide activity, illustrating market maturity alongside potential barriers to new development. Additionally, all recent dwelling approvals consist exclusively of standalone single houses, preserving the neighborhood's established suburban profile oriented toward spacious family living. Registering roughly 938 people per dwelling approval, Ocean Reef demonstrates characteristics of an established, mature residential market. Demographic outlooks indicate that Ocean Reef will add 1,058 residents by 2041 relative to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If ongoing building tempos remain unchanged, the delivery of new dwellings will likely trail population expansion, potentially tightening market competition and reinforcing property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 9 current infrastructure and development projects inside Ocean Reef, worth an estimated $1.96 billion. A further 61 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $7.77 billion. 21 are already under construction and 26 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and education & training. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local capital works, planning schemes, and major civic investments serve as key drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 10 projects positioned to influence the surrounding district. Prominent initiatives include Ocean Reef Primary School Expansion, Ocean Reef Marina Redevelopment, Ocean Reef Marina Redevelopment, and 82 Marina Boulevard Commercial Development, with key project details provided below.
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Ocean Reef Marina Redevelopment
A landmark $272M coastal waterfront precinct featuring over 1,000 residential units, 12,000 sqm of retail/commercial space, Perth's first ocean pool, eight-lane boat ramp facility, and extensive public parklands.
Northern Suburbs Wastewater Network Extension
Major Water Corporation wastewater infrastructure expansion and network augmentation program supporting rapid population growth across Perth's northern suburbs. The program includes new wastewater pump stations, pressure mains, trunk sewers and associated network upgrades to improve system capacity and service future residential growth areas. Multiple construction packages are underway while additional northern corridor works continue through staged delivery.
Ocean Reef Primary School Expansion
Program of classroom refurbishment and facilities upgrades at Ocean Reef Primary School, a K-6 government primary school on Kaufman Avenue, to support modernised teaching spaces and resurfaced outdoor sports courts for the growing Ocean Reef community.
Ocean Reef Marina Development
Major coastal precinct redevelopment providing new marine infrastructure including breakwaters, boat ramps, boat pens, over 1,000 residential dwellings, a vibrant waterfront retail and dining town centre, public parklands, beach areas, and community facilities.
Ocean Reef Marina Redevelopment
A major transformation of the Ocean Reef Boat Harbour into a world-class waterfront precinct. As of May 2026, the project has reached significant milestones including the opening of new 8-lane boat ramps and the relocation of Marine Rescue Whitfords and the Ocean Reef Sea Sports Club to new facilities. Current works focus on Perth's first 50m coastal pool and a protected family beach, both on track to open by late 2026. The precinct features a lobster-themed playground, 5 hectares of community space, and will eventually support 1,000 dwellings, 12,000 sqm of retail/commercial space, and over 500 boat pens.The first residential land release is anticipated for mid-2026.
Ocean Reef Marina Redevelopment
A world-class waterfront precinct on Perth's northern coast delivering over 1,000 residential dwellings, 12,000sqm of retail and commercial space, 550 boat pens, Perth's first 50-metre coastal pool, and a protected family beach. Delivered by DevelopmentWA in partnership with the City of Joondalup, Stage 1 civil works by Georgiou Group are nearing completion in mid-2026. The Ocean Reef Sea Sports Club, Joondalup City RSL and Marine Rescue Whitfords facilities opened in late 2025. Residential land release commenced in early 2026.Full build-out is anticipated by 2036.
Ocean Reef Marina Development
A transformative $500M+ coastal marina development creating a world-class waterfront precinct with capacity for up to 550 boat pens and stackers, high-density residential housing, retail and dining areas, a coastal pool, and expansive public open space.
Prince Regent Park Facility Upgrade
Expansion and refurbishment of the sports clubroom facility at Prince Regent Park. The redevelopment delivers upgraded change rooms, storage, accessible amenities, and enhanced multi-use community spaces to support local sports clubs and community groups.
5,220 residents of Ocean Reef are employed, from a labour force of 5,335. Unemployment sits at 2.2%, with participation at 71.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 7,206, 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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Ocean Reef features a highly educated labor force with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.2%, and an estimated employment growth of 3.3% during the previous year. As of March 2026, 5,220 residents are employed while the local unemployment rate stands at 2.0% lower than the Greater Perth average of 4.2%, and workforce participation remains roughly comparable to Greater Perth's 69.9%. According to Census data, a small 11.6% of residents reported working from home, although the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdown measures should be taken into account.
The primary employment sectors for residents consist of health care & social assistance, construction, as well as education & training. The community exhibits a notable concentration in construction, where its share of workers is 1.4 times the regional level. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing represents a smaller component of the local job base, engaging only 3.0% of Ocean Reef's workforce relative to 4.7% across Greater Perth. As highlighted by Census counts comparing the local working population with resident workers, this heavily residential suburb provides limited local job opportunities. AreaSearch evaluated data from SALM and ABS to track changes in the local workforce during the year to March 2026. Employment levels rose by 3.3% while the labour force grew by 3.9%, which led to an increase of 0.5 percentage points in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Perth saw employment grow by 2.0%, the labour force expand by 2.5%, and unemployment rise by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia released national employment forecasts for Mar-26 that provide additional context on future demand in Ocean Reef. These projections span five and ten year periods and were overlaid with the local employment profile to estimate growth trends. Over five years, national employment is expected to expand by 6.6%, while over ten years it is projected to increase by 13.7%. Growth varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Ocean Reef's employment mix, local employment is anticipated to rise by 6.4% over five years and by 13.4% over ten years. This calculation uses a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localised population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Ocean Reef is $2,480 a week (about $129,000 a year), with median personal income at $906 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $61,074 a year against an average of $77,590. 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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Aggregated postcode ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show Ocean Reef SA2 with a median taxpayer income of $61,074 and a mean figure of $77,590. This comfortably exceeds nationwide norms, contrasting with Greater Perth's median income of $60,748 and mean income of $80,248. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% following financial year 2023, updated estimates reach approximately $67,749 (median) and $86,071 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the Census 2021 indicates exceptional household income standings at the 90th percentile ($2,480 weekly). The earnings distribution shows the largest cohort comprising 28.7% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (2,585 residents), mirroring the wider regional pattern where 32.0% fall into this bracket.
Higher income recipients form a substantial group, with 40.9% exceeding $3,000 weekly, highlighting substantial local spending capability. Residents retain 87.8% of income after servicing housing obligations, reflecting strong financial resilience and placing the area in the 8th decile for SEIFA income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Ocean Reef had 2,703 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 46% are owned with a mortgage, 12% rented and 42% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $525 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,253 a month. Rent absorbs 21.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.0%. 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 housing stock in Ocean Reef consisted of 95.9% houses and 4.2% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Perth metro's distribution of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership in Ocean Reef reached 42.1%, noticeably outperforming the Perth metro benchmark, while remaining private properties were held with a mortgage (45.7%) or occupied as rentals (12.2%). The typical monthly mortgage cost locally stood at $2,253, significantly above the Perth metro median of $1,907, while weekly rent averaged $525 versus $350 across Perth metro.
On a nationwide basis, local mortgage payments sit well above the Australian median of $1,863, with rental costs substantially surpassing the national level of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Ocean Reef counted 2,703 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,997 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 45% are couples with children, more than in 89% of areas nationally, against 32% couples without children. 12% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households constitute the overwhelming majority of homes at 85.9%, consisting of 45.1% couples with children, 31.8% couples without children, and 8.5% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 14.1%, with lone person households representing 12.4% and group households making up 1.8% of dwellings. Average household size is 2.9 people, exceeding the Greater Perth benchmark of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
28.9% of adults in Ocean Reef hold a university qualification, including 20.5% with a bachelor degree and 5.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 24.9% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 3,712 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,066 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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Higher education qualifications are held by 28.9% of Ocean Reef residents aged 15+. Bachelor degrees account for the highest proportion at 20.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (5.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.7%). Vocational and technical training is also widely represented, with 38.0% of individuals aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (13.1%) and certificates (24.9%). Formal study engagement is substantial across the community, with 29.7% of residents currently undertaking education. This cohort includes 10.2% in secondary education, 9.4% in primary education, and 5.3% enrolled in tertiary education.
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Public transport in Ocean Reef reaches 47 stops on 4 routes, timetabled for about 740 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 2.0 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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An assessment of public transit infrastructure identifies 47 active transport stops in Ocean Reef, consisting of bus services. These facilities are connected by 4 individual routes that combine to deliver 736 weekly passenger trips. Local transit connectivity is favorable, with residents generally situated 227 meters from their closest boarding point. Because the suburb is primarily residential, commuting is predominantly outbound, with private vehicles serving as the main travel method at 81%, alongside 13% utilizing rail. Private vehicle ownership sits at an average of 2.0 per dwelling, above the regional average.
A modest 11.6% of workers worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect prevailing COVID-19 conditions. Public transport operations provide an average frequency of 105 trips per day across all available routes, translating to roughly 15 weekly trips per individual stop.
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72.9% of residents in Ocean Reef report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 94% of areas nationally. 3.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.2 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's review of chronic illness rates and mortality statistics, Ocean Reef demonstrates exceptional overall health profiles, showing an extremely low incidence of standard ailments across every age bracket. Furthermore, private health insurance uptake is notably high, covering approximately 58% of the total population (~5,224 people). Arthritis and mental health issues represent the primary reported health conditions locally, diagnosed in 7.8 and 6.4% of residents, respectively, whereas 72.9% of the population reported no long-term medical conditions, compared to 71.9% across Greater Perth. The working-age population displays strong health indicators with minimal chronic illness.
Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 20.2% of residents (1,822 people), exceeding the Greater Perth share of 15.9%. Health metrics for older demographics remain robust, aligning closely with national averages for the wider populace.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
44.9% of Ocean Reef residents were born overseas and 10.8% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.6%) and Australian (19.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Ocean Reef displays higher cultural diversity than most suburban catchments, with 10.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 44.9% born overseas. Christianity represents the leading religious affiliation, observed by 52.9% of people in Ocean Reef, compared with 45.0% across Greater Perth. Regarding parental lineage, English ancestry leads locally at 34.6% of the population, well above the 28.0% recorded regionally, followed by Australian ancestry at 19.1% and Irish ancestry at 9.1%. Distinct concentrations of other cultural backgrounds are also apparent, with South Australian heritage overrepresented at 2.3% of Ocean Reef (vs 1.0% regionally), Welsh heritage at 1.1% (vs 0.7%), and French heritage at 0.9% (vs 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Ocean Reef is 44. 22.0% 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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Ocean Reef's age distribution is weighted toward older brackets compared to Greater Perth. Updated estimates to August 2026 show that 29.1% of residents belong to middle aged and young retiree cohorts (45 - 64), against 22.6% across Greater Perth, while young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) make up 18.7% compared to a regional proportion of 30.9%. Consequently, the median age is an estimated 44, matching the 2021 Census result, which sits 7 years above the Greater Perth figure of 37 from that Census and above the Australian Census median of 38.
The most prominent shift across age groups since the Census has occurred among middle aged and young retiree cohorts, declining from 31.5% to an estimated 29.1% of the population. Looking ahead to 2041, the largest numerical increase is projected among retiree and elderly cohorts (65+), adding 800 residents (44%) to reach 2,622, whereas young to middle aged adults are expected to decline over this timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Ocean Reef
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) | 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, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 10 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 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 — 24 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (8,125 at the 2021 Census → 9,008 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 (505011080). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.