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Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.) has an estimated 2,621 residents, up from 2,571 at the 2021 Census — a change of 50 people, or 1.9%. Growth has averaged 0.9% a year over five years, slower than 80% of areas nationally. That puts 248 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 of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the resident count of the suburb of Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.) is estimated to be approximately 2,621 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 50 people (1.9%) since the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 2,571 individuals. This adjustment is calculated from the resident population of 2,587, estimated by AreaSearch following analysis of the most recent ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an extra 23 validated new addresses since the Census date.
Such a population level results in a density ratio of 248 persons per square kilometer, offering substantial space per individual and potential scope for subsequent expansion. Over the previous decade, the suburb of Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.) has shown durable growth trends with a 3.2% compound annual growth rate, outperforming the SA3 area. Population expansion for the locality was mainly propelled by natural growth which accounted for roughly 44.0% of total population additions during recent periods, although all components including interstate migration and overseas migration were positive contributors. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch employs the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections published in 2023 with adjustments made using a technique of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 tiers. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking at population projections ahead, outstanding growth, ranking in the top 10 percent of Australian non-metropolitan regions, is anticipated over the timeframe with the suburb of Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.) projected to expand by 1,240 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a rise of 46.0% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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Ascot displays very limited building activity with three new dwellings approved annually (17 dwellings over the five-year period). This minimal construction volume is typical of rural locations where housing requirements are modest and building activity is naturally restricted by local demand and infrastructure capacity. Note that the small sample size means that individual development projects can significantly affect annual growth and relativity statistics. Ascot displays substantially less construction activity than Rest of Vic.. The development pattern is also well below national averages. Furthermore, recent development has been entirely comprised of detached houses, maintaining the area's rural character with an emphasis on space.
The estimated count of 646 people in the area per dwelling approval reflects its quiet, low activity development environment. Population forecasts suggest Ascot will gain 1,206 residents through to 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). If current construction volumes persist, housing supply could lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and supporting price growth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.), worth an estimated $195 million. A further 47 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.54 billion. 17 are already under construction and 15 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and education & training. 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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Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects and planning initiatives. In total 6 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include Victory Christian College Epsom Campus, Maiden Gully Road/Calder Highway Intersection Upgrade, Epsom Village Shopping Centre Redevelopment, and Maiden Gully Growth Area, with the below list detailing those likely to be of most relevance.
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Calder Highway-Maiden Gully Road, Maiden Gully Intersection Upgrade
Signalisation of the Calder Highway and Maiden Gully Road intersection, converting the existing three-leg junction into a signalised four-leg intersection connected to Carolyn Way, which will be converted to two-way traffic. Works include pedestrian operated signals to replace the existing school crossing and new shared user paths for pedestrians and cyclists around the intersection. Funding was confirmed in the Victorian Government's 2026-27 State Budget as part of a $73.4 million regional roads package covering multiple intersections.Department of Transport and Planning is now progressing design work ahead of a procurement stage, with construction hoped to start in 2027.
Epsom Village Shopping Centre Redevelopment
The $25 million redevelopment of Epsom Village has transformed the site into a modern community and wellness hub. The project involved the delivery of new retail and dining tenancies including Dan Murphy's, Carl's Jr, and Domino's, alongside a medical centre and health facilities. While the retail component is operational, the associated $3 million Howard Street and Midland Highway intersection upgrade, long deemed the state's most dangerous, secured definitive state funding in the 2026/2027 Victorian Budget to finalize safety signalisation and lane improvements.
Victory Christian College Epsom Campus
Stage 1 of Victory Christian College's new P-12 Epsom campus is substantially complete and opened for the 2026 school year with Prep to Year 7. The first stage includes modern learning spaces, science, art, technology and food studies facilities, covered basketball courts, play areas, administration and supporting infrastructure. Future staged development will progressively add Year 8 to Year 12, additional sporting facilities, gymnasium, auditorium and expanded learning facilities, with the long-term masterplan targeting approximately 1,100 students.
Howard Street/Midland Highway Intersection Upgrade
Intersection upgrade at Howard Street and Midland Highway in Epsom, near Bendigo. The intersection was voted the most dangerous in regional Victoria in the 2024 RACV My Country Roads Survey, with both roads carrying approximately 10,000 vehicles daily. The Victorian Government has committed 600,000 AUD for scoping and design to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety near Epsom Primary School, provide safer turning movements, and increase capacity. Construction funding has not yet been confirmed; the 2026/27 state budget allocated a share of 73.4 million AUD for regional road projects including this intersection and the Calder Highway/Maiden Gully Road intersection, with a delivery timeline still to be set.
Elmwood Epsom
Elmwood Epsom is a 94-lot residential land estate by YourLand Developments in the White Hills precinct of Epsom, approximately 5 km north of Bendigo CBD. The estate is well advanced, with the developer continuing to market the final stages and indicating completion through 2028. The community is located close to schools, Epsom Village, public transport and the Bendigo Botanic Gardens.
Victory Christian College Epsom Campus - Stage 1
First stage of Victory Christian College's new Epsom campus, comprising a two-storey education centre with 11 classrooms, a science laboratory, art room, technology laboratory, food technology room, flexible learning space and two outdoor covered basketball courts. The campus officially opened in February 2026 with around 190-200 students from Prep to Year 7. It is the college's second campus alongside the existing Strathdale site, and forms the first of a multi-stage masterplan expected to grow the Epsom campus to a capacity of around 1000-1100 students from Prep to Year 12 by the mid-2030s.
Bendigo Low Line
The Bendigo Low Line is a 4.4 km shared walking and cycling corridor being constructed within the Bendigo Creek flood channel between Golden Square and White Hills. The project completes the missing link in the Bendigo Creek Trail and includes a sealed shared path, new access ramps, retaining walls, drainage upgrades, lighting, seating, landscaping and wayfinding. Construction remained underway through 2026 with sections progressively opening as part of the broader Bendigo Creek active transport network.
Huntly Railway Station
New railway station on Echuca line with single-sided platform, drop-off zone, two bus bays, car parking, accessibility ramp, lighting and CCTV. Fast-tracked completion ahead of original 2023 schedule.
1,172 residents of Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 1,207. Unemployment sits at 2.9%, with participation at 61.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,165, about 83% 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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Ascot possesses a skilled workforce, with essential services sectors well represented, and an unemployment rate of just 2.9%, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,172 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 0.8% below Regional Vic.'s rate of 3.7%, and workforce participation matches Regional Vic.'s 61.1%. Based on Census responses, a moderate 13.6% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The key industries of employment among residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.
The area has particular employment specialization in mining, with an employment share of 5.4 times the regional level. On the other hand, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, with only 2.2% of Ascot's workforce compared to 7.5% in Regional Vic.. The area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, the 12-month period saw labour force decreasing by 2.3% while employment declined by 2.5%, leaving unemployment broadly flat. In contrast, Regional Vic. experienced employment decline of 0.1% and labour force decline of 0.3%, with a 0.2 percentage point drop. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Ascot. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Ascot's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.3% over five years and 13.5% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.) is $1,913 a week (about $99,000 a year), with median personal income at $839 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,054 a year against an average of $67,473. 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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The most recent postcode level ATO data from AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that earnings in Ascot are close to the national average, with the median recorded at $55,054 and the average income sitting at $67,473. This compares to Regional Vic. figures of a median income of $50,954 and an average income of $62,728. Factoring in a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since financial year 2023, present estimates would be approximately $60,350 (median) and $73,964 (average) as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, household, family and personal incomes in Ascot group around the 58th percentile nationally.
The earnings profile shows the largest cohort comprises 40.7% of residents (1,066 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, mirroring patterns observed in the wider region where 30.3% of the population are in this range. Once housing costs are deducted, residents retain 88.2% of their income, indicating healthy purchasing power, while the area's SEIFA income ranking falls in the 4th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.) had 880 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 0% apartments. 48% are owned with a mortgage, 16% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 18.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 18.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in Ascot, as measured during the most recent Census, consisted of 98.9% separate houses and 1.1% other dwellings (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to Regional Vic.'s breakdown of 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the home ownership rate in Ascot was lower than the Regional Vic. benchmark at 35.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with a mortgage (48.1%) or renting (16.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was higher than the Regional Vic. average at $1,517, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $350, compared to Regional Vic.
figures of $1,430 and $285. On a national scale, Ascot's mortgage payments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.) counted 880 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 32% couples without children. 16% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the vast majority at 82.3% of all households, consisting of 36.8% couples with children, 31.9% couples without children, and 13.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 17.7%, with lone person households at 15.8% and group households comprising 1.9% of the total. The median household size of 2.8 people is larger than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.0% of adults in Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 15.1% with a bachelor degree and 2.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 93% of areas nationally. A further 28.1% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The locality experiences some educational challenges, with university graduation rates (22.0%) falling significantly below the VIC average of 33.4%. This represents both a hurdle and an opening for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.1%, followed by graduate diplomas (4.0%) and postgraduate qualifications (2.9%). Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 39.2% of residents aged 15+ holding practical qualifications – advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (28.1%). Student participation is remarkably high, with 30.2% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.9% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 3.1% pursuing tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.) means driving: households keep an average of 1.9 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport analysis reveals three active transport stops operating within Ascot. These stops are serviced by two individual routes, collectively providing 253 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents typically located 592 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 97%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.9 per dwelling, above the regional average. Some 13.6% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions). Service frequency averages 36 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 84 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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66.4% of residents in Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 4.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.5 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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Ascot experiences notable health challenges, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts, and the rate of private health cover just leading that of the average SA2 area at approximately 54% of the total population (~1,402 people). This compares to 50.5% across Regional Vic.. The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be mental health issues and asthma, impacting 9.2 and 9.1% of residents, respectively, while 66.4% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic..
Working-age residents show above average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 15.6% of residents aged 65 and over (408 people), which is lower than the 23.9% in Regional Vic.. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.) is largely Australian-born, at 90.6% of residents, with 7.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.3%) and Australian (31.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Ascot was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 91.7% of its population being citizens, 90.6% born in Australia, and 92.6% speaking English only at home. The main religion in Ascot was found to be Christianity, which makes up 46.7% of people in Ascot. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional Vic.. In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Ascot are English, comprising 32.3% of the population, Australian, comprising 31.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.8% of the population.
Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Welsh is notably overrepresented at 0.6% of Ascot (vs 0.4% regionally), Dutch at 1.3% (vs 1.7%) and German at 3.5% (vs 3.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Ascot (Greater Bendigo - Vic.) is 34, younger than 76% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 24.9% 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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With a median age of 34, Ascot is considerably lower than the Regional Vic. figure of 43 similarly significantly lower than Australia's 38 years. Compared to the Regional Vic. average, the 35 - 44 cohort is notably over-represented (16.6% locally), while 65 - 74 year-olds are under-represented (9.2%). In the period since 2021, the 35 to 44 age group has grown from 14.4% to 16.6% of the population, while the 25 to 34 cohort increased from 14.1% to 15.4%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has declined from 10.2% to 8.5% and the 55 to 64 group dropped from 11.6% to 10.5%.
Demographic modeling suggests Ascot's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 25 to 34 age cohort is projected to grow significantly, expanding by 285 people (71%) from 403 to 689.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Ascot (Greater Bendigo - 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 | Aug 2026 this month all 2 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 Aug 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 — 23 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,571 at the 2021 Census → 2,621 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 (SAL20074). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.