Each year the NCPR collates statistics from dioceses around Australia and from the most recent Census which are published in the Official Directory of the Catholic Church in Australia (the Directory).
The Official Directory of the Catholic Church in Australia is the most comprehensive database of Catholic dioceses, parishes, schools, agencies, religious institutes and key Church leaders.
It is a unique resource, published under the authority of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference.
STATISTICS FOR 2026/2027
There was an error in the 2026/27 edition of the Directory and the 2025/26 statistical table was erroneously included in the latest edition.
The correct data can be found here: 2026/27 Statistics