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Bairnsdale has an estimated 7,502 residents, down from 7,905 at the 2021 Census — a change of 403 people, or 5.1%. The population has thinned by an average 0.6% a year over five years, slower than 99% of areas nationally. 134 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 121 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 assessments of ABS population statistics for the surrounding region and recent residential addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Bairnsdale has an estimated population of 7,502 as of May 2026. This indicates a decline of 403 residents (5.1%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered 7,905 individuals. This shift is calculated from a resident population count of 7,498, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) along with 134 validated new addresses added after the Census. The current population translates to a density of 120 persons per square kilometer, which indicates low density and possibilities for future construction.
Interstate migration was the primary driver of population increases, representing roughly 54.0% of recent population inflows. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch employs regional and LGA projections from the VIC State Government released in 2023, adjusted via a weighted aggregation of population changes from the LGA to the SA2 scale. Age cohort growth rates from these aggregations are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographics, the area is projected to experience substantial growth relative to the top quarter of regional locations nationwide, with Bairnsdale expected to expand by 2,781 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing an overall rise of 37.0% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
136 new dwellings have been approved in Bairnsdale over the past five years, an average of 27 a year. That is 3.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 32 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 94% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 22, 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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AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals assigned from statistical areas shows that Bairnsdale averages approximately 27 new residential approvals annually, amounting to roughly 136 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 21 approvals have been logged. Because the population has contracted recently, the volume of residential building has been relatively sufficient, which benefits buyers, and these new homes carry a mean construction value of $408,000, showing that developers are targeting upscale, premium properties. Furthermore, commercial approvals worth $20.1 million have been recorded this financial year, demonstrating ongoing commercial investment.
Compared to the Rest of Vic., Bairnsdale exhibits a very low rate of residential construction (58.0% lower than the regional per capita average). This restricted supply of new builds generally underpins demand and pricing for existing housing stock. Construction rates are also below the national average, reflecting the mature layout of the area and pointing to possible planning restrictions. Recent building starts consist of 94.0% detached houses and 6.0% semi-detached or attached options, maintaining the low-density profile of the area with a focus on standalone houses that appeal to buyers wanting space. The ratio of 751 people per single dwelling approval highlights a quiet development landscape with low construction volumes. Demographic projections indicate the suburb of Bairnsdale will add 2,777 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures). Given the current pace of construction, the volume of new housing may fail to keep pace with population growth, which could intensify competition among buyers and support upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Bairnsdale
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 Bairnsdale, worth an estimated $40 million. A further 29 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.26 billion. 11 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major planning decisions, and construction initiatives heavily influence property market performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 4 projects that are expected to impact the local area. The key developments include Quest Bairnsdale, Dan Murphy's Bairnsdale, Princes Highway and McEacharn Street Intersection Upgrade, and Wy Yung Acres Rural Lifestyle Subdivision, with details on the most significant ones provided below.
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Quest Bairnsdale
Construction of a three-storey, 60-room apartment hotel comprising studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom serviced apartments[cite: 1]. Developed in partnership between Dahlsens and BFN Developments, the hotel is designed to boost regional tourism and corporate accommodation capacity in East Gippsland[cite: 1]. The facility includes conference facilities, a gymnasium, business lounge, and on-site parking[cite: 1].
Dan Murphy's Bairnsdale
A 1,250 square metre state-of-the-art Dan Murphy's liquor store developed by Castlerock Property in the East Gippsland town of Bairnsdale, generating approximately 60 jobs during construction and 20 ongoing full-time, casual, and part-time positions, with a 10-year lease and emphasis on local labour and suppliers.
Paynesville Water Recycling Plant Winter Storage Project
Construction of a new 300 megalitre winter storage lagoon and associated transfer infrastructure at the Paynesville Water Recycling Plant. The project expands recycled water storage capacity to improve wet weather wastewater management, protect local waterways and support future growth across Paynesville, Eagle Point, Raymond Island, Newlands Arm and Banksia Peninsula. The project was delivered by Max Bright and Sons for East Gippsland Water and completed before winter 2026.
Lincoln Lifestyle Eagle Point
A premium masterplanned over-50s land lease community by Lincoln Place delivering 203 architecturally designed two- and three-bedroom single-storey homes on a 10.2-hectare site near Paynesville in Victoria's Gippsland Lakes region. Civil works commenced with a sod-turn ceremony on 15 March 2026, with local contractor Rowe Constructions engaged. First residents are expected in early 2027. Resort-style amenities will include a clubhouse with cinema, library and alfresco dining, a heated indoor pool, wellness centre with gym, competition bowls green, and a pickleball court.Homes are built to Liveable Housing Australia Silver Standard and include solar panels and water tanks. The land lease model means no stamp duty, entry, exit, body-corporate or council rates for homeowners.
Palm Lake Resort Paynesville
Luxury over-50s resort-style community featuring 195 designer homes, a world-class Latitude Country Club with extensive amenities including Milon Gymnasium, pools, cinema, and bowling green in a lakeside setting. The resort is currently under construction, with an estimated completion date of 2027.
Encore Living Paynesville
A resort-style, pet-friendly retirement village for independent over-50s in the Gippsland Lakes region, featuring 93 two- and three-bedroom villas and a community hub with a salt-chlorinated indoor pool, gym, lounge, and dining areas. Construction on display villas and the village has commenced, with an expanded plan for up to 130 independent living units.
Paynesville Slip Road Maritime Precinct Upgrade
A comprehensive upgrade of the Paynesville maritime precinct involving the replacement of aging seawalls and the construction of new jetties to provide approximately 40 new berths. The project includes a significant expansion of the boat ramp to be longer and deeper, enhanced car and boat trailer parking, and the creation of new boardwalks and pedestrian pathways. Integrated landscaping and drainage improvements are also being implemented to support regional tourism and the local marine industry.
Shearwater Residential Development (59-Lot Stage)
Proposal by Resi Ventures for the first stage of the Shearwater development, which involves a 59-lot residential subdivision on 10.702 hectares. The project includes roads, paths, landscaping, a public reserve, drainage, stormwater treatment, and habitat creation for environmental protection. It is a Controlled Action under the EPBC Act due to potential impacts on Latham Snipe and the Gippsland Lakes Ramsar Site. The wider Shearwater project is ultimately planned for 485 lots.
3,306 residents of Bairnsdale are employed, from a labour force of 3,499. Unemployment sits at 5.5%, with participation at 55.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% 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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Bairnsdale features a diverse employment profile covering both professional and manual positions, with a strong presence in public and community services, a jobless rate of 5.5%, and an estimated 1.8% difference above the Regional Vic. unemployment rate of 3.7%, based on AreaSearch compilations of local statistical data. In March 2026, 3,306 residents were employed, and workforce participation was notably low (55.9% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic.). Census data indicates that a small proportion of employed residents (9.6%) worked from home, although this may have been influenced by pandemic lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are retail trade, manufacturing, and health care & social assistance. Bairnsdale displays a notable concentration in manufacturing jobs, which exceed the regional average by 1.3 times. In contrast, the agriculture, forestry & fishing industry is underrepresented, employing 5.0% of the local workforce compared to 7.5% across Regional Vic.. The comparison between the census-recorded working population and the total resident workforce indicates that local job opportunities are somewhat restricted. Based on AreaSearch assessments of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional levels, employment grew by 3.8% and the labor force expanded by 2.1% over the 12-month period, which led to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 1.5 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Vic. saw employment contract by 0.1%, the labor force contract by 0.3%, and the unemployment rate decline by 0.2 percentage points. Job growth expectations can be further understood using national employment forecasts published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25. These five and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Applying these national industry rates to Bairnsdale's workforce distribution suggests local employment will rise by 6.1% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bairnsdale is $1,101 a week (about $57,000 a year), with median personal income at $634 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $44,530 a year against an average of $52,914. 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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Based on AreaSearch calculations of postcode-level ATO statistics released for financial year 2023, taxpayers in Bairnsdale recorded a median income of $44,530 and an average income of $52,914. These figures are below the national averages and compare to median and average values of $50,954 and $62,728 in Regional Vic. respectively. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of approximately $48,814 (median) and $58,004 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in Bairnsdale lie between the 7th and 16th percentiles across the country.
The largest income bracket contains 28.3% of taxpayers earning between $800 and $1,499 weekly (representing 2,123 individuals), which contrasts with the broader region where 30.3% earn between $1,500 and $2,999. Housing affordability is a major challenge, with residents retaining only 84.8% of their income after housing costs, placing the area in the 9th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bairnsdale had 3,300 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 84% detached houses and 1% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $270 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,192 a month. Rent absorbs 24.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census, the housing stock in Bairnsdale consisted of 84.2% detached houses and 15.7% other residential options such as apartments and townhouses, compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings in Regional Vic.. The rate of home ownership was slightly lower than the Regional Vic. benchmark, standing at 38.2%, while the remaining homes were occupied by mortgagors (27.2%) or renters (34.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,192 was lower than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, and the median weekly rent was $270 compared to $285 regionally.
On a national level, Bairnsdale's mortgage payments are significantly below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are much lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bairnsdale counted 3,300 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 20% are couples with children, fewer than in 88% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 38% 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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Families make up the majority of households at 59.1%, which includes 19.5% couples with children, 24.9% couples without children, and 13.5% single parents. Non-family households represent the remaining 40.9%, with single-person households accounting for 37.5% and group households representing 3.4%. The median household size of 2.2 residents is below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
16.6% of adults in Bairnsdale hold a university qualification, including 11.2% with a bachelor degree and 3.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.7% hold a vocational qualification. 9 schools serve the area, with 3,207 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 963 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 locality displays low levels of academic attainment, with university degree completion rates (16.6%) sitting significantly below the VIC state benchmark of 33.4%. Among those with degrees, bachelor qualifications are the most common at 11.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.0% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Vocational and technical qualifications are highly prevalent, with 39.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a trade credential, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.9%) and certificates (28.7%). Engagement in learning is quite high, with 27.6% of local residents enrolled in an educational institution. This population includes 10.2% in primary schools, 7.3% in high schools, and 2.7% attending university or college.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Bairnsdale reaches 31 stops on 12 routes, timetabled for about 260 services a week. The typical home sits about 290 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.2 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 services in Bairnsdale feature 31 active stops, including train services. These stops are served by 12 distinct routes, which provide a total of 261 weekly passenger journeys. Transport accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 286 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute out of the area; private vehicles are the main transport mode at 92%, while 5% of residents walk. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.2 cars, which is below the regional average. A relatively low proportion of residents (9.6%) worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules.
Public transport services run at an average frequency of 37 trips per day across all routes, which equals roughly 8 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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59.7% of residents in Bairnsdale report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 87% of areas nationally. 9.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.2 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators demonstrate significant challenges in Bairnsdale, according to AreaSearch analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates, with high rates of medical conditions observed in both younger and older age brackets. Furthermore, the rate of private medical insurance is particularly low, covering about 48% of residents (~3,588 people), compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic. and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most common issues, affecting 11.2% and 10.1% of residents respectively. Conversely, 59.7% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic..
The working-age cohort faces notable health issues, with high rates of long-term conditions. Residents aged 65 and older represent 25.6% of the population (1,920 people), which exceeds the Regional Vic. level of 23.9%. Health outcomes for seniors show some vulnerabilities, with national comparative rankings being worse than those for the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bairnsdale is largely Australian-born, at 87.3% of residents, with 6.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.3%) and Australian (31.0%). 4.4% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Bairnsdale has low cultural diversity compared to national benchmarks, with citizens making up 88.0% of the population, 87.3% born in Australia, and 93.1% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 44.7% of the population. The most notable religious divergence is in the Other category, which represents 0.8% of residents, matching the 0.8% proportion found across Regional Vic.. Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are English (31.3%), Australian (31.0%), and Scottish (7.9%). There are notable deviations in other backgrounds: Australian Aboriginal residents make up 4.4% of the population (compared to 1.4% regionally), Dutch ancestry accounts for 1.5% (compared to 1.7% regionally), and Filipino ancestry represents 1.2% (compared to 0.6% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bairnsdale is 44, older than 76% of areas nationally. 24.2% 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 44 years in Bairnsdale is similar to the Regional Vic. median of 43 and sits well above the national figure of 38 years. Compared to Regional Vic., Bairnsdale has a higher proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (13.2%) and a lower proportion of those aged 45 - 54 (10.3%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 10.3% to 11.6% of the total population, while the 55 to 64 group decreased from 12.9% to 12.0%. By 2041, the age structure is projected to change significantly.
The 25 to 34 age group is expected to lead this shift, growing by 69% (685 people) to reach 1,676 from 990. The 75 to 84 cohort will see a smaller increase of 10%, adding only 72 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bairnsdale
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 — 134 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,905 at the 2021 Census → 7,502 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 (SAL20103). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.