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Munno Para West - Angle Vale has an estimated 26,475 residents, up from 16,215 at the 2021 Census — a change of 10,260 people, or 63.3%. Growth has averaged 9.6% a year over five years, faster than 98% of areas nationally. 4,694 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 79.3% of that increase. That puts 598 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 investigations by AreaSearch, the resident population of Munno Para West - Angle Vale stands at approximately 26,475 in May 2026. This represents a rise of 10,260 individuals (63.3%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 16,215 people. This shift is calculated from the ABS estimated resident population of 24,343 in June 2025 and 4,694 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The population density is 597 persons per square kilometer, which indicates low density living conditions and opportunities for future expansion. The local growth rate of 63.3% since the 2021 census outstripped the state average of 7.5% and the Greater Adelaide figure, establishing the district as a regional expansion leader.
The primary driver of this population increase was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 79.3% of the total gains, though natural increase and overseas migration also made positive contributions. AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, using 2022 as the baseline. For locations lacking this data and for projections beyond 2032, regional and local government area forecasts by age bracket from the SA State Government released in 2023 (using 2021 data) are used, adjusted by weighting growth from the local government level to the SA2 level. Based on these anticipated demographic trends, the area is set for rapid growth that ranks in the top 10 percent of statistical areas nationwide. It is projected to gain 11,259 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent annual ERP data, which represents a 34.5% expansion over the 16 years.
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4,640 new dwellings have been approved in Munno Para West - Angle Vale over the past five years, an average of 928 a year. That places the area in the 96th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 35 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 763 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 98% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 1,217, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Munno Para West - Angle Vale has recorded an average of approximately 928 residential building approvals annually, totaling 4,640 homes over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, with 1,116 approvals registered during FY-26 so far. An average of 1.9 residents moved to the district for every new home built over the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating that supply and demand are in equilibrium and supporting stable market conditions. The average construction cost of these new properties is $247,000. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $113.3 million during the current financial year, demonstrating solid business investment in the area.
Per capita construction activity in Munno Para West - Angle Vale is 187.0% higher than in Greater Adelaide, offering prospective buyers a wider selection of properties. This volume is also much higher than the national benchmark, reflecting strong developer interest in the region. Recent residential construction is heavily weighted toward standalone houses at 98.0%, with townhouses or apartments making up the remaining 2.0%, preserving the low-density profile of the neighborhood and focusing on spacious family residences. Reflecting its status as a developing zone, the area averages about 21 people for each residential approval. Looking forward, projections suggest Munno Para West - Angle Vale will add 9,127 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If the current pace of construction continues, the supply of new housing will easily accommodate this demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially underpinning growth beyond current population forecasts.
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 15 current infrastructure and development projects inside Munno Para West - Angle Vale, worth an estimated $5 billion. A further 81 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $33.1 billion. 51 are already under construction and 40 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and transport & logistics. 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 infrastructure projects, planning choices, and major developments have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 36 projects that are expected to influence the area. Notable projects include the Angle Vale to Munno Para West Water and Wastewater Network Upgrade, Riverbanks Precinct - Stage 3 & 4 (Munno Para West), Angle Vale Village Shopping Centre Expansion and Coles Supermarket, and Vale Estate Angle Vale, with the list below details highlighting those of greatest significance.
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Angle Vale Village Shopping Centre Expansion and Coles Supermarket
Major expansion of the existing Angle Vale Village Shopping Centre to deliver a 3,800sqm full-line Coles supermarket, Liquorland, and approximately 20 specialty retail stores. The project includes a health and medical hub and a new bulky goods precinct to support the rapidly growing residential population in Northern Adelaide.
Angle Vale to Munno Para West Water and Wastewater Network Upgrade
SA Water is upgrading the water and wastewater network along Curtis Road, Heaslip Road and surrounding streets between Angle Vale and Munno Para West. Current works include wastewater mains along Curtis Road between Andrews Road and Heaslip Road, new water and wastewater mains along Heaslip Road, works across the Northern Expressway and associated pump station works. The project forms part of SA Water's metropolitan growth program supporting housing growth in Adelaide's northern suburbs, with construction traffic impacts continuing through mid-2027.
Angle Vale Precinct
Major mixed-use retail and commercial precinct at the gateway to Adelaide's northern growth corridor. Stage 1 will deliver more than 7,000 sqm of retail space with national retailers including Choice The Discount Store, Supercheap Auto, Petstock, Beacon Lighting, Salvos and RSPCA Op Shop. Stage 1 is around 90% pre-leased and under construction, with opening scheduled for late 2026. Future stages include additional retail, commercial space and a Kennards Self Storage development.
Mark Oliphant College Community Facility
Integrated community facility at Mark Oliphant College delivering a purpose-built kiss 'n' drop (400 m kerbside zone) with 200 new parking bays and access upgrades, and a regional-level soccer sportsground featuring a FIFA-quality synthetic pitch, natural pitch, six changerooms, function room and semi-commercial kitchen. The kiss 'n' drop facility was completed in late 2025, with sportsground construction commencing in early 2026. Elizabeth Grove Soccer Club is the selected anchor tenant. Jointly funded and delivered by City of Playford and the SA Department for Education.
Riverbanks Estate - Angle Vale
Riverbanks is a masterplanned community of approximately 300 house and land lots in the heritage township of Angle Vale, 31 km north of Adelaide CBD. The estate is developed across multiple stages (with Stage 6 now releasing) adjacent to the Gawler River, Riverbanks College B-12, and the Angle Vale town centre. Residents enjoy easy Northern Expressway access, proximity to Munno Para shopping, and a range of parks and sports facilities within the broader Playford City growth corridor.
Angle Vale Growth Area Infrastructure Scheme
South Australian Government led infrastructure scheme coordinating major civil works, stormwater mitigation, and road connections across a 700-hectare expansion precinct to unlock thousands of residential allotments in Angle Vale.
Playford Alive
Playford Alive is one of Australia's largest urban renewal projects, encompassing 1,000 hectares in Adelaide's north. The project revitalizes Davoren Park and Smithfield Plains while developing greenfield land in Munno Para and Andrews Farm. As of 2026, the project has entered a major expansion phase in the 'Playford Alive East' precinct, a 71-hectare area delivering 1,480 homes. Key milestones include a $250 million Town Centre, the $32.65 million Munno Para Sportsgrounds, and a goal to house 43,000 residents by completion in 2033.
Trinity College Gawler River Campus
Trinity College continues long-term planning for the expansion of its Gawler River campus as a major education hub supporting the rapid growth of Angle Vale and the northern growth corridor. The campus currently caters for Reception to Year 10 across more than 20 acres with preschool, specialist learning facilities and sporting infrastructure. Strategic planning remains focused on supporting future enrolment growth alongside surrounding residential development.
11,443 residents of Munno Para West - Angle Vale are employed, from a labour force of 12,110. Unemployment sits at 5.5%, with participation at 65.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 22,779, about 86% 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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The labor force of Munno Para West - Angle Vale is balanced between white and blue collar occupations, with notable representation in industrial and manufacturing fields, and has an unemployment rate of 5.5%. In March 2026, there were 11,443 employed residents. The local unemployment rate sits 1.7% above the Greater Adelaide rate of 3.8%, while the participation rate is close to the Greater Adelaide level of 66.6%. Census data indicates that only 6.7% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure may have been affected by pandemic lockdowns. The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.
Retail trade shows a high concentration, employing workers at 1.3 times the wider regional rate. Conversely, professional & technical services account for only 3.4% of employment, which is lower than the Greater Adelaide figure of 7.3%. A comparison between the census working population and the resident population suggests a shortage of local jobs. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the local labor force grew by 1.0% during the year ending March 2026, while total employment fell by 0.6%, leading to a 1.5 percentage point rise in unemployment. In contrast, Greater Adelaide experienced a 4.2% rise in employment, a 4.0% increase in the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point drop in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide context for local workforce trends. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local industry mix to model future employment paths. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying by industry. Weighting these projections against the employment profile of Munno Para West - Angle Vale suggests local job numbers could rise by 5.9% over five years and 12.7% over ten years (this represents a basic extrapolation based on industry structure and does not incorporate local population growth forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Munno Para West - Angle Vale is $1,653 a week (about $86,000 a year), with median personal income at $827 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,472 a year against an average of $60,570. 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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For the 2023 financial year, ATO data at the postcode level aggregated by AreaSearch indicates a median taxpayer income of $56,472 and an average taxpayer income of $60,570 in the Munno Para West - Angle Vale SA2. These figures are below the national average, contrasting with a median of $54,808 and an average of $66,852 for Greater Adelaide. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, current income estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $62,215 for the median and $66,730 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the area were moderate, falling between the 44th and 54th percentiles.
The largest income group is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, containing 41.0% of households (10,854 people), compared to 31.8% across the broader region. Housing costs place a heavy burden on residents, leaving only 82.9% of income disposable, which ranks at the 44th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Munno Para West - Angle Vale had 5,517 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 52% are owned with a mortgage, 33% rented and 14% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $310 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,484 a month. Rent absorbs 18.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.7%. 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 latest Census, the housing stock in Munno Para West - Angle Vale consisted of 96.0% separate houses and 4.0% alternative structures such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwellings, compared to the Adelaide metropolitan breakdown of 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in the area was lower than the Adelaide metro average at 14.3%, with 52.3% of homes under a mortgage and 33.3% rented. The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,484, below the Adelaide metropolitan average of $1,562, while the median weekly rent was $310, compared to $320 across Adelaide metro.
On a national level, housing costs in Munno Para West - Angle Vale are affordable, with mortgage payments well below the Australian average of $1,863 and rents substantially lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Munno Para West - Angle Vale counted 5,517 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 9,008 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 36% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 19% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 78.3%, consisting of couples with children at 36.4%, couples without children at 23.9%, and single parent households at 17.1%. Non-family households account for the remaining 21.7%, with single person households representing 18.7% and group homes making up 3.0%. The median household size of 2.8 people exceeds the Greater Adelaide average of 2.5.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.2% of adults in Munno Para West - Angle Vale hold a university qualification, including 8.9% with a bachelor degree and 1.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 33.8% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 4,258 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 966 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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The local population has low rates of higher education, with 12.2% holding a university degree compared to the Australian average of 30.4%, pointing to opportunities for targeted educational programs. Among degree holders, Bachelor degrees are most common at 8.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 1.9% and graduate diplomas at 1.4%. Vocational and technical qualifications are highly prevalent, with 43.1% of residents aged 15+ holding credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.3% and certificates at 33.8%. There is strong engagement in schooling and study locally, with 32.3% of the population enrolled in an educational program.
This group comprises 13.9% in primary school, 7.5% in high school, and 4.2% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Munno Para West - Angle Vale reaches 48 stops on 15 routes, timetabled for about 860 services a week. The typical home sits about 350 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 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 analysis of public transport reveals 48 active stops in Munno Para West - Angle Vale, consisting of both train stations and bus stops. These stops are served by 15 routes, providing a total of 860 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 347 meters from the nearest stop. The area is mostly residential, meaning most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles being the primary mode of travel for 94% of residents. Household car ownership averages 1.6 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average.
A low share of 6.7% of residents work from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era arrangements. Public transport services average 122 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 17 weekly trips at each transport stop.
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69.0% of residents in Munno Para West - Angle Vale report no long-term health condition. 5.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.2 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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Health indicators are generally positive for residents of Munno Para West - Angle Vale, with AreaSearch's assessment of mortality and chronic illnesses showing results that align with national averages. The prevalence of common health problems is low overall, although it rises above national averages in older, high-risk groups. The rate of private health insurance is low, covering approximately 49% of the population (~13,025 people), compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent medical issues, affecting 10.3% and 10.0% of the population respectively.
However, 69.0% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.9% in Greater Adelaide. Working-age residents experience higher than average rates of chronic health conditions. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 8.6% of the local population (2,279 people), which is lower than the Greater Adelaide level of 19.2%. Health metrics for local seniors reveal some challenges, though they rank lower nationally than the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Munno Para West - Angle Vale is largely Australian-born, at 82.3% of residents, with 13.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.3%) and Australian (28.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity metrics in Munno Para West - Angle Vale are comparable to the regional average, with 82.3% of the population born in Australia, 91.2% holding citizenship, and 86.1% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 36.3% of residents. The most notable difference is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 1.4% of the population compared to 1.8% in Greater Adelaide. The primary ancestries reported in Munno Para West - Angle Vale are English at 31.3% and Australian at 28.6%, with the Australian share being much higher than the regional average of 22.8%.
The Other ancestry category accounts for 8.7%. There are minor differences in other backgrounds: Italian ancestry is recorded at 5.1% (compared to 5.2% regionally), German ancestry at 4.4% (compared to 5.1%), and Russian ancestry at 0.4% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Munno Para West - Angle Vale is 29, younger than 98% of areas nationally. 33.8% 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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The median age in Munno Para West - Angle Vale is 29 years, which is younger than the Greater Adelaide average of 39 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Adelaide, the local population has a higher share of people aged 25 - 34 (20.6%) and a smaller share aged 65 - 74 (5.2%). The 25 - 34 age bracket is also well above the national level of 14.6%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 13.4% to 16.1% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 16.5% to 15.5%.
Demographic projections indicate the local age profile will shift by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 1,635 people (66%), rising from 2,472 to 4,108.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Munno Para West - Angle Vale
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) | May 2026 3 months ago 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 May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this 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 last month all 22 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 5 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 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month 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 — 4,694 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (16,215 at the 2021 Census → 26,475 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 May 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 (402021032). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.