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Population growth since 2021

Population growth since the 2021 Census, from ABS annual estimates.

About this measure

Source: Regional Population (Estimated Resident Population) (Australian Bureau of Statistics), 2024, CC BY 4.0. Explore the map below for local values.

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See how growth varies across Australia.

By statistical area 2 (sa2) By council (lga) By sub-region (sa3) By region (sa4) By capital city By state / territory

Highest areas

SA2 areas with the highest growth (latest data).

  1. Strathnairn 211.4%
  2. Box Hill - Nelson 154.6%
  3. Taylor 149.1%
  4. Fraser Rise - Plumpton 141.6%
  5. Tarneit - North 116.3%
  6. Denman Prospect 100.8%

Related indicators

Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD decile) View → Socio-economic disadvantage (IRSD decile) View → Economic resources (IER decile) View → Education & occupation (IEO decile) View → Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD score) View → Population estimate View → Businesses View → Dwellings approved View →

Frequently asked questions

How is Population growth since 2021 measured?

Population growth since the 2021 Census, from ABS annual estimates. It is calculated as a percentage of the relevant population or dwellings, so it can be compared fairly between large and small areas.

How does Population growth since 2021 vary across Australia?

Across the 2,340 SA2 areas with data, Population growth since 2021 ranges from -10.8% to 211.4%, with a typical (median) area at 4.5%. Most areas cluster toward the lower end, with a smaller number of much higher areas stretching the range.

Where can I see Population growth since 2021 for my area?

Use the interactive map to compare Population growth since 2021 down to statistical area 2 (sa2) and council (lga) level, or search any suburb, postcode or council area to see its value in context against state and national figures.

Cite this page

Australian Bureau of Statistics. (2024). Population growth since 2021 [Regional Population (Estimated Resident Population)]. CensusAtlas, used under CC BY 4.0. https://censusatlas.au/indicator/erp-growth-since-census