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Albion (Vic.) has an estimated 4,701 residents, up from 4,334 at the 2021 Census — a change of 367 people, or 8.5%. Overseas migration accounts for 82.0% of that increase. That puts 1,866 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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Based on demographic evaluations from official updates and recently verified addresses, the suburb of Albion (Vic.) has an estimated residency of 4,701 as of May 2026. This marks an expansion of 367 individuals (8.5%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 4,334 people. The calculation is derived from a June 2025 estimate of 4,678 by AreaSearch following the release of annual government figures, combined with 92 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. This size results in a concentration of 1,865 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical densities found across the country.
The 8.5% growth rate of the suburb of Albion (Vic.) since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region's 2.1% increase, positioning it at the forefront of local growth. The primary catalyst for these gains was overseas migration, which was responsible for about 82.0% of the total population rise. Projections for the suburb of Albion (Vic.) utilize geographic models released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, supplemented where necessary by state estimates from 2023 that combine local government statistics. The age distribution forecasts for 2032 through 2041 also rely on these combined models. Future projections suggest that the suburb of Albion (Vic.) will experience growth exceeding the median of surveyed locations, with an expected increase of 948 persons by 2041, representing a overall expansion of 19.7% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
177 new dwellings have been approved in Albion (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 35 a year. That is 7.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 32 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 22% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 27, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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An analysis of building statistics indicates that Albion averages approximately 35 building approvals for new residential dwellings annually, culminating in 177 approvals over the previous 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 25 approvals have been registered. Even though the local population contracted in the preceding interval, the volume of housing approvals has accommodated local demand, sustaining a balanced environment with healthy options for purchasers, with the average projected construction value of these new dwellings standing at $334,000. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $9.2 million have been logged in the current financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential makeup of the locality.
Albion generates 163.0% more new home approvals per capita than Greater Melbourne, providing expanded opportunities for prospective buyers. The composition of this new building pipeline consists of 22.0% detached houses and 78.0% medium to high-density options. This orientation toward denser housing formats provides budget-friendly options and draws downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This trend represents a notable departure from the existing housing stock, which is comprised of 55.0% houses, showing a scarcity of vacant land while responding to changing lifestyles and financial pressures. Recording approximately 155 people for each approved dwelling, the locality exhibits the hallmarks of a developing region. Long-term forecasts indicate that Albion is on track to gain 925 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent quarterly estimate. Current construction levels appear aligned with this future demand, fostering balanced market dynamics and preventing sharp spikes in real estate pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Albion (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Albion (Vic.), worth an estimated $95 million. A further 77 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $57.7 billion. 15 are already under construction and 18 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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 performance is heavily shaped by modifications to infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning. In total, 17 projects have been identified as having a likely impact on the vicinity. Key initiatives include the Vietnamese Museum Australia, the Sunshine Superhub, the Albion Station Upgrade, the Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, and River Valley, with key details of the most relevant projects provided below.
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Vietnamese Museum Australia
Australia's first museum dedicated to preserving and sharing the story of Vietnamese refugee settlement in Australia. The three-storey building, designed by Konzepte Melbourne, features a wave-like facade and bamboo exterior details symbolising the journey to freedom. Total funding of approximately $20.4 million includes $9.7M Federal, $8.7M State, and $2M additional State contributions plus community fundraising. The museum will house over 100,000 stories on veterans, refugees, and Vietnamese Australians, receive more than 280 artefacts, and include a resource centre, function centre and cafe for up to 450 guests.Part of the Multicultural Museums Victoria network. Construction commenced April 2025 and reached the topping-out milestone in September 2025, two weeks ahead of schedule. Builder is McCorkell Constructions.
Sunshine Superhub and Albion Station Upgrade
A major transformation of Sunshine Station into a transport superhub and the complete rebuild of Albion Station as part of Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 1. The project involves 6km of track upgrades from West Footscray to Albion, untangling a complex rail junction to enable airport services and Melton Line electrification. Features include two new regional platforms, an extended concourse, a new pedestrian/cycling link over the rail line, and a new station forecourt. Major construction began in early 2026 with underground utility relocations and car park closures currently underway.
Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre
A 52-bed acute mental health facility at Western Health's Sunshine Hospital, delivering over 18,900 days of hospital-based care annually. Developed as part of the $801 million Mental Health Beds Expansion Program, it features two 26-bed units with ensuites, sensory rooms, internal courtyards, and spiritual rooms to provide modern, trauma-informed care.
Western Rail Plan - Sunshine Superhub (West Footscray to Albion Rail Upgrade)
The Western Rail Plan umbrella program is now centred on the Sunshine Superhub, formally known as the Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 1 West Footscray to Albion Rail Upgrade. The $4.1 billion program spans 6km from West Footscray to Albion, untangling a complex rail junction by building 6km of new raised track and 2 rail bridges to separate 6 regional and metropolitan rail lines. Sunshine Station will be transformed into a superhub with 2 new dedicated regional platforms and an extended concourse, supporting more than 1,000 train services per day.A new Tottenham Station and a rebuilt Albion Station are also included. The enabling works contract was awarded in February 2026 to a consortium of McConnell Dowell, Arup, Metro Trains Melbourne, V/Line and VIDA Rail, with early works commencing April 2026. Full construction completion is targeted for 2030. The Geelong Fast Rail component has been cancelled following the withdrawal of federal funding in November 2023. Electrification to Melton and Wyndham Vale remains a future stage subject to separate business cases.
661-663 Ballarat Road, Ardeer
Small townhouse infill development on Ballarat Road in Ardeer. Current approval permits 6 dwellings (2 triple-storey and 4 double-storey). The site has been sold and no construction activity is publicly indicated. Jontian Group is referenced as the building designer on third-party listings. Council is Brimbank.
Melbourne Airport Rail - Sunshine to Albion Package
Stage 1 of the Melbourne Airport Rail connecting passengers from West Footscray to Albion. The project involves upgrading Sunshine Station into a superhub, laying over 6 kilometres of new track, constructing two new rail bridges, and adding new regional platforms. Construction commenced in early 2026.
Sunshine Health, Wellbeing and Education Precinct
The Sunshine Health, Wellbeing and Education Precinct is a 67 hectare health, education and employment precinct in St Albans centred on Sunshine Hospital, Joan Kirner Womens and Childrens Hospital, Ginifer Station and surrounding health and education uses. The Victorian Planning Authority has prepared a draft plan with Brimbank City Council and Victorian Government agencies to guide land use change, new jobs in health, wellbeing and education, improved streetscapes and environmental upgrades. The precinct sits within the broader Sunshine Precinct and Sunshine National Employment and Innovation Cluster, which the Victorian Government identifies as a key western Melbourne growth area supported by major transport investment and future employment, housing and liveability improvements.
Sunshine Priority Precinct Vision 2050
The Sunshine Priority Precinct Vision 2050 is a 30-year urban renewal strategy to establish Sunshine as the capital of Melbourne's west. It leverages over $20 billion in broader infrastructure investment in Melbourne's west, including the $4.1 billion Sunshine Superhub, and aims to unlock up to $8 billion in investment and development potential within the precinct. Growth is centred on three hubs: Sunshine Station, Sunshine CBD, and the Albion Quarter. The vision targets 43,000 new residents and up to 50,000 new jobs by 2051, focused on health, education, and manufacturing.Key components include the Sunshine Station Precinct Masterplan (Stage 1: $143 million, commencing 2026), the Albion Quarter Structure Plan transitioning industrial land to mixed-use residential and innovation uses, and the 54-hectare Sunshine Energy Park. As of early 2026, the project is advancing through planning with the Albion Quarter Structure Plan under development following community engagement in mid-2024.
2,580 residents of Albion (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 2,747. Unemployment sits at 6.1%, with participation at 67.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,794, about 81% 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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Albion boasts a highly skilled labor pool with broad industry representation, an unemployment rate of 6.1%, and an estimated employment growth of 2.6% over the previous year according to AreaSearch data. As of March 2026, 2,580 residents are employed while the local unemployment rate stands at 1.3% higher than Greater Melbourne's 4.8%, and workforce participation sits slightly below the regional benchmark at 67.9% versus Greater Melbourne's 70.2%. Census data indicates that a moderate 25.1% of residents work from home, though this figure should be viewed in the context of Covid-19 lockdown effects.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and the transport, postal & warehousing sector. The area displays a strong concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, employing a share of the workforce that is 1.8 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for only 6.1% of the local workforce compared to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. The imbalance between the size of the local working population and the resident workforce suggests that local businesses offer limited employment opportunities. According to labor statistics, the year ending March 2026 saw a 2.6% expansion in the number of employed residents and a 2.2% growth in the total labor force, which helped push the unemployment rate down by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne registered a 2.1% rise in employment, a 2.3% expansion of the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 offer additional context regarding future demand. These five-year and ten-year national forecasts have been weighted against local employment shares to project local trends. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expansion varies widely by sector. Mapping these trends suggests Albion's employment base could expand by 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Albion (Vic.) is $1,310 a week (about $68,000 a year), with median personal income at $708 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,223 a year against an average of $55,912. 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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Tax data for the financial year 2023 indicates a median taxpayer income of $48,223 and an average of $55,912 in the postcode area. These figures sit below national marks, contrasting with a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Adjusting for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since the financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be roughly $52,862 for the median and $61,291 for the average. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes are relatively low, falling between the 20th and 30th percentiles.
The largest income bracket contains 27.7% of local residents (1,302 people) earning between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the regional trend where 32.8% of the population falls into this bracket. Financial strain from housing is pronounced, with residents retaining only 81.1% of their income after housing costs, placing the area in the 18th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Albion (Vic.) had 1,774 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 55% detached houses and 26% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 47% rented and 26% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $301 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,700 a month. Rent absorbs 23.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the last Census, the housing stock consisted of 55.1% standalone houses and 45.0% alternative dwellings such as townhouses and apartments, compared to Greater Melbourne's mix of 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative structures. Homeownership rates lagged behind the metropolitan average, standing at 26.1%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (27.1%) or renters (46.8%). The median monthly mortgage cost was $1,700, and the median weekly rent was $301, both tracking well below the respective metropolitan averages of $2,000 and $390. On a national scale, local mortgage commitments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent expenses are also below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Albion (Vic.) counted 1,774 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,924 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 20% are couples with children, fewer than in 88% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 37% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 56.4%, consisting of couples with children at 19.7%, couples without children at 23.0%, and single parents at 11.2%. The remaining 43.6% consist of non-family living arrangements, dominated by single-person households at 36.5% and shared group households at 7.2%. The average household size of 2.3 individuals is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
33.2% of adults in Albion (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 20.6% with a bachelor degree and 9.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 16.2% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 443 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,047 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 educational profile of the population is distinct within the region, with tertiary qualification rates at 33.2% of residents aged 15 and over, outperforming the SA3 average of 23.9%. Bachelor degrees represent the largest share at 20.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.5% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 28.4% of the population aged 15 and over holding qualification credentials, split between advanced diplomas at 12.2% and certificates at 16.2%. Participation in study is high, with 29.7% of the population currently undertaking formal education.
This group includes 7.7% enrolled in primary schools, 7.1% attending tertiary institutions, and 4.9% in secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Albion (Vic.) reaches 21 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 2,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.8 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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Public transit networks include 21 active stops within Albion, consisting of bus services. These stops accommodate 9 distinct routes, which support 2,887 passenger journeys weekly. Transit access is rated highly, with average distances of 177 meters to the closest stop. Given the residential nature of the area, the majority of workers travel outside the suburb, with cars being the primary mode at 70% and trains accounting for 19%. The average number of vehicles per household is 0.8, which is below the metropolitan standard. Additionally, 25.1% of residents worked from home according to 2021 data, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Services run at an average of 412 times per day across the network, translating to approximately 137 weekly journeys at each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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72.3% of residents in Albion (Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 6.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 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 align closely with national averages, with the incidence of common medical conditions mirroring typical patterns, though tracking slightly higher than national benchmarks among older demographics. The rate of private health insurance is relatively low, held by approximately 49% of the population, representing about 2,303 people, compared to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and arthritis represent the most common diagnoses, affecting 7.7% and 7.4% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 72.3% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Residents under the age of 65 experience favorable health outcomes. Individuals aged 65 and over constitute 15.9% of the population, totaling 747 people, and health metrics for this senior cohort indicate some difficulties, ranking lower nationally than the younger demographics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
51.6% of Albion (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 50.0% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (16.2%) and Australian (13.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The area ranks among the most multicultural in the nation, with 50.0% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 51.6% born outside Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, accounting for 41.9% of residents, while Buddhism shows the most significant relative concentration at 6.5% of the population, compared to 4.2% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding parental birthplaces, the most common responses are Other at 23.4% of the population, which is higher than the regional level of 14.6%, followed by English ancestry at 16.2% and Australian ancestry at 13.7%.
There are also notable differences in the concentration of specific ethnic backgrounds: Polish ancestry is recorded at 1.4% compared to 0.8% regionally, Vietnamese ancestry at 6.1% compared to 1.9%, and Maltese ancestry at 3.1% compared to 1.1%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Albion (Vic.) is 35, younger than 76% of areas nationally. 34.1% 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 of 35 years is slightly below the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national average of 38. The 25 to 34 age bracket is highly represented at 23.4%, whereas the 5 to 14 cohort is less common at 8.2%. The concentration of residents aged 25 to 34 sits well above the national share of 14.6%. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 4.8% to 6.1%, while the 55 to 64 bracket has contracted from 9.7% to 9.0%. Looking toward 2041, forecasts indicate shifting demographics, with the cohort aged 55 to 64 expected to increase by 191 people (45%) from 423 to 615, while the population aged 5 to 14 is projected to grow by 15 people (4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Albion (Vic.)
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 Suburb (SAL) 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 4 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 May 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 — 92 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,334 at the 2021 Census → 4,701 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 (SAL20021). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.