Up-to-Date Information

Qikmaps for Childcare offers quick, online access to Business Geographics’ authoritative national database of long day care centres, making site appraisals faster and easier.

Key Benefits
  • Instant access to essential data for long day care centres
  • Up-to-date details including location, size, age, provider, quality rating, fees, and photos (where available)
  • Streamlined desktop appraisals for prospective sites

Our database is continuously updated through our active research program, ensuring you have access to the latest, most accurate information.

Australia-wide Data

Search for any address or long day care centre across Australia quickly and easily with Qikmaps.
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  • No downloads needed: Use Qikmaps on any web browser with just an internet connection.
  • Access anywhere: Works seamlessly on your PC, laptop, or mobile device.
  • Australia-wide coverage: From Albury to Zillmere, Qikmaps provides up-to-date information whenever you need it.
  • Regular Updates: Data is updated weekly.

​Qikmaps makes it easy to find the accurate and timely information  in just a few clicks.

Easy to Use

Qikmaps for Childcare makes mapping simple with an intuitive, point-and-click interface that works directly in your web browser. No complicated software. No steep learning curve. All you need is an internet connection to access Qikmaps from any device—PC, laptop, or mobile.

What sets Qikmaps apart?
  • Ease of Use: Accessible from anywhere, no installation or technical knowledge required.
  • Regular Updates: Key datasets like the Long Day Care Database and Development Pipeline are refreshed weekly, ensuring your decisions are based on the latest information.

Qikmaps offers childcare operators and developers the perfect tool to stay informed and competitive, all in one convenient platform.

Development Pipeline

Australia's childcare sector is evolving rapidly, with new centres being developed every day. Want to stay ahead? Gain exclusive access to our comprehensive database of childcare developments including insights into - 
  • Location: Pinpoint development sites across Australia. ​​
  • Development Status: Stay updated on where projects stand.
  • Capacity: See the number of places planned for each centre.
​Our meticulously curated data comes from trusted sources, including local government planning registers, BCI Australia (Lead Manager), and RP Data (Cordell Connect). 

​With up-to-date information at your fingertips, Qikmaps for Childcare helps you make informed decisions in an increasingly competitive market.

Fee & Occupancy Data

Qikmaps for Childcare offers essential insights into Average Daily Fees and Occupancy rates helping you stay informed with the latest market trends.​
  • Compare Fees & Occupancy at a Glance - Identify areas with the highest or lowest childcare fees and availability in seconds.
  • Uncover Opportunities - Pinpoint areas where childcare demand is unmet, making them ideal for centre acquisition or development.
  • Access Up-to-Date Data - Make confident decisions with reliable and current information.
Whether you're exploring new markets or evaluating growth opportunities, Qikmaps gives you the tools to make smarter moves in the childcare sector.

Detailed Demographics

Access the latest demographic data with ease. Qikmaps highlights key data points and demand drivers across Australia including -

  • Detailed population insights, including recent & forecast growth
  • Working population and female labour force participation
  • Children under 5 and the ratio of children per childcare place
  • Socio-Economic Status

​With just a click, uncover vital information to identify growth opportunities and market needs. Stay ahead with accurate, accessible, and actionable insights from Qikmaps for Childcare.

Undersupplied Suburbs and Custom Reports*

Parents want childcare that’s convenient and located near home or work. With our Undersupplied Suburbs Map, you can easily identify areas with limited or no childcare options, helping you pinpoint high-demand locations.

Already have a location in mind? The Custom Catchment Report provides tailored statistics for your chosen area.

​Qikmaps takes the guesswork out of childcare planning with detailed, reliable data at your fingertips.
*Undersupplied Suburbs, Custom Catchment Reports and Data Downloads available in PRO and EXPERT versions.

Other Childcare

Qikmaps also gives you quick access to essential data on registered preschools, kindergartens, and Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) facilities - so you can can have a clear view of the entire Early Childhood Education and Care market.

Information is provided on licensed places, provider, NQS quality rating and services offered.

School Locations and Enrolment Trends

There’s a strong link between schools and childcare services with many children attending childcare having older school-age siblings. Parents also like to live near high-quality schools.

Qikmaps provides detailed data on school locations and enrolment trends. This information can help you -
  • Gauge how well local schools are performing.
  • Pinpoint opportunities near busy or rapidly growing schools.

​Stay up to date with the latest school enrolment data to make informed decisions and identify opportunities.

Residential Pipeline*

Qikmaps EXPERT provides up-to-date information on the residential development pipeline including greenfield housing developments and high-density apartment buildings. With many families moving into new housing developments, Qikmaps EXPERT can help you identify -
  • Location: Pinpoint new residential development sites across Australia.
  • Development Status: Including projects that are proposed, approved, under construction, or recently completed.
  • Capacity: The number of dwellings proposed
Simplify your research with reliable, real-time insights tailored for residential opportunities.
* Available in EXPERT version only.

New Housing Hotspots*

The creation of new addresses offers a valuable glimpse into future property development and population growth trends. It highlights where property parcels are being subdivided, providing early insights into areas poised for transformation.

​Business Geographics compiles reliable, up-to-date quarterly data from the Geocoded National Address File (G-NAF)—Australia's trusted address database. By mapping new address points created over the past 12 months against existing property parcels, this information reveals:
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  • Subdivision hotspots for better planning and investment decisions.
  • Future growth areas indicating potential development activity.
  • Population growth trends to guide strategic planning.

With timely and accurate data, you can stay ahead in understanding the Australian property landscape and uncover opportunities for development with confidence.
​* Available in EXPERT version only.

Detailed Custom Reports*

Enter any address in Australia to instantly generate comprehensive supply and demand reports for drive times, distances, or radius catchments. A few clicks will generate a detailed report including - 
  • Nearby childcare centres and developments
  • Insights into residential growth and site context
  • Relevant population and demographic data
Quickly download these reports for offline use or printing, ensuring you have up-to-date, actionable information whenever you need it.
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​* Available in PRO and EXPERT versions. Usage limits apply (see feature comparison table below). Casual Access includes 5 Qikreports.

More Information

More information about Qikmaps features and data can be found in our user guide and brochure below.
Download the Qikmaps for Childcare user guide.
Download the Qikmaps for Childcare brochure.

Comparison of Qikmaps for Childcare Features:

Qikmaps for Childcare Features
LITE Version
PRO Version
EXPERT Version
​Long Day Care Centres
LITE
​PROFESSIONAL
​EXPERT
​Centre location by Size and Age
✅​
​✅
​✅
Name, Address, Phone Number
​✅
​✅
​✅
Licensed Places
​✅
​✅
​✅
Provider and Year Established
​✅
​✅
​✅
Centre Fees
​✅
​✅
​✅
Operating Hours & Quality Rating
​✅
​✅
​✅
Photo (Where Available)
​✅
​✅
​✅
Childcare Development Sites
​LITE
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERT
Location by Status
​✅
​✅
✅
Name and Address
​✅
​✅
✅
Development Status
​✅
​✅
✅
Proposed Size (Where Known)
​✅
​✅
✅
Council DA Reference
​✅
​✅
✅
Developments added or updated in the last 30 days (Map)
​✅
​✅
✅
Other Childcare
​LITE
​PROFESSIONAL
EXPERT
Location and Details of Preschools/Kindergartens, OSHC
​✅
✅
✅
Family Day Care (Head Office Locations)
​✅
​✅
✅
Schools
LITE
​PROFESSIONAL
​EXPERT
Current Enrolments and Trends
✅
​✅
✅
Change in School Enrolments (Map)
​✅
​✅
✅
Vehicle Traffic
​LITE
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERT
Vehicle Traffic Counts
❌
​✅
✅
Demand Generators
​LITE
​PROFESSIONAL
​EXPERT
Map of key demand drivers (Employment, Education and Residential Growth Areas)
​✅
​✅
✅
Future Urban Growth
LITE
​​PROFESSIONAL
EXPERT
Map of Planning Precincts and Future Residential Growth*
​❌
​✅
✅
Thematic Map Layers
LITE
PROFESSIONAL
EXPERT
Ratio of Children per Childcare Place by SA2
​✅
​✅
✅
Average Daily Fee by Centre and SA2
​✅
​✅
✅
Average Annual Occupancy by SA2
​✅
​✅
​✅
Number of Children Aged 0 - 4 by SA1
​✅
​✅
​✅
Annual Population Change by SA1
✅
​✅
​✅
SEIFA Quantile by SA1
​✅
​✅
​✅
Undersupplied Suburbs
​❌
​✅
✅
Statistics by SA2
​LITE
​​PROFESSIONAL
EXPERT
Long Day Care and Early Learning
​✅
​✅
✅
Average Fees and Occupancy
​✅
​✅
✅
Development Pipeline
​✅
​✅
✅
Population (Current, Historic and Forecast)
​✅
​✅
✅
Workers and Employment
​✅
​✅
​✅
Socio-Economic Status
​✅
​✅
✅
Data Downloads & Reports
​LITE
​​PROFESSIONAL
EXPERT
Generate reports for custom areas
​❌
​✅
✅
Download the Childcare Ratio by SA2
​❌
​✅
✅
Download a list of Long Day Care centres
​❌
✅
✅
Qikreports (Detailed reports by drive-time and radius)​
​❌
​​⚠️​
(up to 5 per month)
✅
(up to 50 per month)
Other Features and Benefits
LITE
​​PROFESSIONAL
EXPERT
New Housing Hotspots (New address creation)
​❌
​❌
✅
Residential Development Pipeline (New housing estates)
❌​
❌
✅
​24-hour on-demand access
​​✅
​✅
​✅
Weekly Updates
✅
✅
​✅
Up to 3 users per subscription
❌
​​1 user only
✅
✅
​10% discount on Childcare Needs Assessments
❌
​✅
​✅
Childcare Market Dashboard included
❌
❌
✅

Choose a plan that suits you and your business

Casual
​Access
1-month only

​​Sign up to the PRO Version of Qikmaps for 1 month of casual access for 1 user. With no ongoing commitments, this plan is perfect for occasional access.
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​(Note: 1 user only and 5 Qikreports  included)

$1,000
(for 1-month only)
+ GST and 1.75% credit card surcharge

LITE
​Subscription
12-month term

A LITE subscription offers the essential features of Qikmaps for 12 months, at a more affordable price. It is suitable for individuals and small businesses. 
​
(Note: 1 user only and No Qikreports)

$500 per month
​($5,000 annually)
+ GST and 1.75% credit card surcharge​

PRO
​Subscription
​12-month term 

Subscribe to the PRO Version of Qikmaps for 12 months and save. This option is ideal for teams who need access to in-depth childcare information.
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​(Note: Up to 3 users and 5 Qikreports per month).

$750 per month
​($8,000 annually)
+ GST and 1.75% credit card surcharge​

EXPERT
Subscription
​12-month term 

Subscribe to the EXPERT Version of Qikmaps for 12 months and save. This option is best for industry experts that need access to detailed reporting.
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​(Note: Up to 3 users and 50 Qikreports per month). 

$1,000 per month
​($11,000 annually)
+ GST and 1.75% credit card surcharge

Want to find out more?

Contact us to discuss how Qikmaps for CHILDCARE can benefit your business