Indicator
Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD score)
ABS Index of Relative Socio-economic Advantage and Disadvantage, 2021, as a raw index score (standardised so the Australian average is about 1000). Higher scores indicate relatively greater advantage; lower scores greater disadvantage.
About this measure
Source: Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA) (Australian Bureau of Statistics), 2021, CC BY 4.0. Explore the map below for local values.
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See how irsad score varies across Australia.
Highest areas
SA2 areas with the highest irsad score (latest data).
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Frequently asked questions
How is Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD score) measured?
ABS Index of Relative Socio-economic Advantage and Disadvantage, 2021, as a raw index score (standardised so the Australian average is about 1000). Higher scores indicate relatively greater advantage; lower scores greater disadvantage. 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 Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD score) vary across Australia?
Across the 2,353 SA2 areas with data, Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD score) ranges from 677 to 1,188, with a typical (median) area at 997. Most areas cluster toward the higher end, with a tail of much lower areas.
Where can I see Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD score) for my area?
Use the interactive map to compare Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD score) down to block (sa1) and statistical area 2 (sa2) 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. (2021). Socio-economic advantage (IRSAD score) [Socio-Economic Indexes for Areas (SEIFA)]. CensusAtlas, used under CC BY 4.0. https://censusatlas.au/indicator/seifa-irsad-score