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Altona (Vic.) has an estimated 12,449 residents, up from 11,490 at the 2021 Census — a change of 959 people, or 8.3%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. 310 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 76.0% of that increase. That puts 744 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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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Altona (Vic.) has an estimated resident count of around 12,449, established through AreaSearch's review of ABS broader population revisions alongside new addresses validated since the Census. This figure denotes an expansion of 959 people (8.3%) from the 11,490 people documented in the 2021 Census. AreaSearch determined this shift by assessing the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025 showing 12,365 residents, supplemented by 310 validated new addresses identified following the Census date. Consequently, the suburb of Altona (Vic.) records a population density of 743 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical benchmarks across AreaSearch study locations.
Moreover, the 8.3% increase recorded since the 2021 census positioned the suburb of Altona (Vic.) ahead of the wider SA3 area (6.9%), establishing it as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of these recent demographic additions was overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 76.0% of total gains. In generating future projections for each SA2 district, AreaSearch integrates ABS/Geoscience Australia models published in 2024 using 2022 as their starting baseline. Wherever SA2 coverage is absent, figures draw upon 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, applying a population growth weighted aggregation method to convert LGA trends down to SA2 zones. From 2032 to 2041, age-cohort growth trajectories derived from these aggregations are additionally utilized across all districts. Looking forward, the suburb of Altona (Vic.) is anticipated to register population growth above national medians, expanding by 1,707 persons through to 2041 according to aggregated SA2 models, which represents an overall gain of 13.0% over the 16 years.
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549 new dwellings have been approved in Altona (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 109 a year. That places the area in the 71st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 9 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 105 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 32% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 89, 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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Analysis of ABS building approvals mapped by AreaSearch indicates that residential development in Altona has yielded roughly 109 annual dwelling permits on average, accumulating to an estimated 549 homes over the past 5 financial years. Within FY-25 to date, 89 approvals have been logged. Over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), construction matched local expansion at a rate of 1.2 new residents per year per dwelling built, underpinning a balanced and steady property landscape; nevertheless, this metric has elevated to 3.2 people per dwelling across the past 2 financial years, pointing toward escalating demand and prospective dwelling shortages.
Approved projects carry an average construction value of $653,000, signaling a clear strategic pivot among builders toward upscale residential stock. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $92.2 million this financial year, underscoring strong local non-residential development activity. Per-capita construction output in Altona remains comparable to Greater Melbourne benchmarks, reinforcing broader regional market stability despite a cooling in local building volume over recent years. Medium and high-density housing projects represent 68.0% of latest residential activity, with detached dwellings making up the remaining 32.0%. This structural orientation toward higher-density dwelling options delivers accessible entry prices suited to downsizers, first-home purchasers, and investors. This pattern marks a clear departure from the existing neighborhood baseline, where 61.0% are houses, reflecting constrained parcel availability, evolving buyer preferences, and an imperative for diverse, attainable housing. Registering around 152 people per dwelling approval, Altona exhibits the development dynamics of an active growth market. Projections based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures indicate that Altona will expand by 1,623 residents leading up to 2041. Sustaining current construction rates should ensure that new residential stock adequately absorbs upcoming housing demand, fostering positive purchasing environments and potentially supporting population growth beyond current estimates.
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Development applications around Altona (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Altona (Vic.), worth an estimated $236 million. A further 66 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $19.1 billion. 27 are already under construction and 28 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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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Capital investments, town planning frameworks, and significant public projects serve as primary catalysts for an area's ongoing evolution. AreaSearch has pinpointed 24 projects positioned to influence the locality. Notable among these initiatives are the Maidstone Street Level Crossing Removal (Altona), Level Crossing Removal - Maidstone Street Altona, Altona / Racecourse Road Ford Crossing Rebuild, and Altona Pier Redevelopment, with key details provided on the developments holding the greatest local relevance.
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Bruce Comben Reserve Master Plan
Multi-stage master plan revitalization of the 23-hectare Bruce Comben Reserve delivered by Hobsons Bay City Council. The program includes the development of the Western Aquatic and Early Years Centre, sports pavilion upgrades, soccer and cricket pitch enhancements, open space improvements, walking trails, and new play spaces.
Maidstone Street Level Crossing Removal (Altona)
Removal of the dangerous and congested level crossing at Maidstone Street, Altona on the Werribee Line by constructing a new road bridge over the rail corridor. The bridge features patterned surfaces, porthole-inspired windows, a new pedestrian and bike path on the western side, street lighting, and landscaping with over 70 native trees and 12,000 plants reflecting the nearby Altona Grasslands. The project removes congestion for more than 14,400 vehicles that use the crossing daily, with boom gates currently down over 20 percent of the morning peak.Major construction is underway, with the crossing set to be gone for good in 2027 and the Werribee Line boom gate free by 2030.
Altona Pier Redevelopment
The $11.9 million redevelopment of the historic Altona Pier, completed in January 2024, delivered a new 310-metre-long Y-shaped pier with timber decking, modern lighting, handrails, accessible lower landing for swimming and boating, seating (including from salvaged timber), and emergency vehicle access. Managed by Parks Victoria, the project provides a safe, accessible facility for fishing, boating, walking, recreation, and community gatherings on Port Phillip Bay.
Level Crossing Removal - Maidstone Street Altona
The Victorian Government's Level Crossing Removal Project is removing the Maidstone Street level crossing by constructing a new road bridge over the Werribee Line. Major construction is underway, with bridge beam installation in progress, a temporary road now operating to maintain traffic flow, and almost 700 metres of new shared walking and cycling paths being delivered. The crossing is scheduled to be removed and the bridge opened in 2027.
Altona Connect
Altona Connect is a completed trade and restricted retail destination at the gateway of the Altona Garden Industrial Estate, featuring six commercial tenancies each offering 625 square metres of flexible retail space with complementary mezzanine offices and back-of-house warehouse areas. The development features modern amenities, secure roller shutters, native landscaping, and high-quality design for trade suppliers and restricted retail businesses.
Mobil Melbourne Terminal Conversion
Conversion of the former Altona refinery into one of Australia's largest fuel import and storage terminals, leveraging existing tanks, pipelines and deep-water wharf access at Gellibrand. The terminal is fully operational, supplying approximately 40% of Victoria's fuel needs. Additional storage capacity of almost 250 million litres was commissioned by mid-2025 to meet the federal government's Minimum Stockholding Obligation. Demolition of former refinery process units and associated infrastructure commenced September 2025, with works continuing through to end of 2027.Contractor Liberty Industrial is carrying out the demolition. Parts of the site not required for terminal operations may be rezoned for alternative industrial or commercial uses in future.
Altona / Racecourse Road Ford Crossing Rebuild
Reconstruction and flood mitigation works for the Altona Road and Racecourse Road ford crossing over Kororoit Creek. Delivered by Hobsons Bay City Council, the upgrade provides a reinforced, resilient crossing structure designed to minimize flood closures and enhance safety for vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians.
Altona North Strategic Site
The 67 hectare Altona North Strategic Site (Precinct 15) is transforming a former industrial area into a mixed-use urban renewal precinct. The master plan will deliver around 3,000 dwellings for approximately 7,000 residents, 8.9 hectares of open space, a community hub, local retail, and affordable housing. Construction is well advanced across multiple landholdings, with Mirvac's The Fabric progressing through staged delivery and Stockland's Haven continuing townhouse releases. The Lawn central park is open and additional parks, streets and community infrastructure continue to be delivered.
7,027 residents of Altona (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 7,188. Unemployment sits at 2.2%, with participation at 69.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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Altona possesses a highly qualified workforce with substantial engagement in professional services, maintaining an unemployment rate of just 2.2% alongside an estimated 2.1% job growth across the past year according to statistical area aggregations by AreaSearch. In March 2026, 7,027 local residents were employed, while the jobless rate tracked 2.5% below the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, and overall labor participation aligned closely with the metropolitan standard of 70.1%. At the time of the Census, a notable 40.6% of working residents performed their roles from home, a metric shaped in part by prevailing Covid-19 restrictions.
Local workers are predominantly engaged in health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical disciplines. Representation within public administration & safety is exceptionally pronounced, running at 1.6 times the metropolitan norm. Conversely, health care & social assistance captures 11.3% of the Altona labor force compared to 14.2% across Greater Melbourne, representing an under-indexed sector. With 0.7 workers for each resident recorded as at the Census, the local economy provides an above-average volume of employment opportunities within the area. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS and SALM statistical data, both the local workforce and employment totals expanded by 2.1% over the 12 months to March 2026, maintaining a stable local unemployment rate. Over the identical timeframe, Greater Melbourne recorded 2.1% employment growth against a 2.3% rise in its labor pool, producing a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. Further perspective on long-term labor demand is provided by Jobs and Skills Australia national forecasts from Mar-26, which project nationwide employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, albeit with wide variance across individual industries. Applying these sector-level trajectory weightings to Altona's specific job base yields estimated local employment increases of 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, serving as a weighted baseline without accounting for local population shifts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Altona (Vic.) is $1,826 a week (about $95,000 a year), with median personal income at $947 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $65,033 a year against an average of $80,800. 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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ATO postcode statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 place Altona's taxpayer median income at $65,033 and the average income at $80,800, positioning the suburb among the higher brackets nationally against Greater Melbourne marks of $57,688 and $75,164. Adjusting for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of approximately $71,289 (median) and $88,573 (average) as of March 2026. From Census records, individual weekly earnings place at the 73rd percentile ($947 weekly), while household earnings occupy the 54th percentile. Earnings distribution shows 28.8% of the population (3,585 individuals) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the broader metropolitan proportion of 32.8%.
While housing costs take up 15.3% of income, disposable earnings rank at the 56th percentile, and the suburb sits in the 7th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Altona (Vic.) had 4,803 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 61% detached houses and 9% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 32% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $385 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,197 a month. Rent absorbs 21.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.8%. 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 latest Census, Altona's residential profile was composed of 61.1% houses and 38.9% other dwellings, such as apartments and semi-detached units, compared to Melbourne metro where 67.9% were houses and 32.1% were other dwellings. Outright home ownership in Altona stood at 37.3%, significantly above the metropolitan level, while mortgaged properties accounted for 31.0% and rental accommodation comprised 31.8%. The local median monthly mortgage payment of $2,197 exceeded the Melbourne metro figure of $2,000, whereas the median weekly rent of $385 tracked slightly below the metropolitan standard of $390. Across the country, Altona's mortgage commitments notably surpass the Australian benchmark of $1,863, and weekly rents track above the national level of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Altona (Vic.) counted 4,803 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,204 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 32% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the primary living arrangement, accounting for 65.6% of local residences, which includes 27.8% couples with children, 26.9% couples without children, and 9.8% single parent families. Non-family households constitute 34.4% of total residences, with lone person households representing 32.1% and group households making up 2.3%. The median household size of 2.3 people remains smaller than the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
35.6% of adults in Altona (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 23.0% with a bachelor degree and 8.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 77% of areas nationally. A further 18.7% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 2,637 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,076 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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Higher learning outcomes in the area are prominent across the region, with university qualifications held by 35.6% of residents aged 15+, outperforming both the Australian average of 30.4% and the wider SA4 region at 32.0%. Bachelor degrees represent the largest share at 23.0%, complemented by postgraduate qualifications at 8.5% and graduate diplomas at 4.1%. In addition, technical and trade credentials form a significant component of local attainment, with 29.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, including 11.1% with advanced diplomas and 18.7% with certificates. Engagement across education streams is substantial, with 26.7% of local residents actively enrolled in formal study programs.
This cohort includes 9.6% attending primary education institutions, 6.2% undertaking secondary schooling, and 4.8% participating in tertiary education pursuits.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Altona (Vic.) reaches 69 stops on 10 routes, timetabled for about 4,700 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 1.1 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 transport connectivity in Altona is supported by 69 active transport stops operating across a network of buses. These boarding points are served by 10 individual routes, delivering a collective 4,701 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is rated as excellent, with typical walking distances of 178 meters to the closest stop. Outward commuting characterizes the residential locality, with private car travel remaining the dominant mode at 81%, alongside 10% utilizing trains. Private vehicle ownership registers at 1.1 per dwelling, below the broader regional standard. Additionally, a substantial 40.6% of workers conducted their duties from home during the 2021 Census, reflecting conditions during COVID-19.
Across all transit lines, transit frequency averages 671 trips per day, which provides approximately 68 weekly trips per individual stop.
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68.9% of residents in Altona (Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 6.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.2 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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Public health outcomes across Altona remain positive, with AreaSearch evaluations of health conditions and mortality rates aligning closely with national standards, alongside minimal incidence of common medical conditions across both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance participation is notably strong, covering approximately 59% of the total population (7,307 people), compared to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. Mental health conditions and arthritis represent the most prevalent diagnoses among residents, affecting 8.0 and 7.8% of the community respectively, while 68.9% of individuals reported having no medical ailments whatsoever, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Residents aged under-65 exhibit health outcomes superior to regional norms. Senior residents aged 65 and over comprise 20.6% of the population (2,564 people), well above the Greater Melbourne proportion of 15.1%, with health metrics among older cohorts remaining above average and tracking in line with national patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
29.6% of Altona (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 20.6% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.8%) and Australian (20.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Altona exhibits a degree of cultural diversity higher than most local areas, with 29.6% of its community born overseas and 20.6% speaking a language other than English in their households. Christianity forms the dominant religious affiliation, representing 49.2% of people in Altona. Meanwhile, Judaism shows a distinctive local profile, comprising 0.1% of the population compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Evaluating parental country of birth reveals that the most prominent ancestral heritages in Altona are English (23.8% of the population), Australian (20.3%), and Irish (8.8%). Several specific cultural backgrounds also show notable divergence from regional shares: Maltese background represents 4.4% of Altona compared to 1.1% regionally, Croatian ancestry accounts for 1.3% versus 0.7%, and Polish background represents 1.1% against 0.8%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Altona (Vic.) is 42. 19.8% 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 demographic profile of Altona is defined by a mature and later-family composition. As of estimates updated to August 2026, retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) make up 20.6% of the population, compared to 15.1% across Greater Melbourne, while young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) account for 26.9% against a metropolitan share of 32.1%. The median age is estimated at 42, matching the figure from the 2021 Census and sitting 5 years above the Greater Melbourne baseline of 37 recorded at that same Census. Since the Census, the share of young to middle aged adults has reduced from 28.7% to an estimated 26.9%.
Projections indicate that by 2041, middle aged and young retiree cohorts (45 - 64) will absorb the majority of expansion, increasing by 840 residents (25%) to reach 4,176. Retiree and elderly cohorts will record the highest rate of expansion, rising 32% to 3,374, while the proportion of young to middle aged adults is expected to decrease.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Altona (Vic.)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 2026 last 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Sep 2026 last month all 5 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 310 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (11,490 at the 2021 Census → 12,449 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 Aug 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 (SAL20035). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.