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Beaufort (Vic.) has an estimated 1,766 residents, up from 1,712 at the 2021 Census — a change of 54 people, or 3.2%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. Density is about 11 people per square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the region and address changes verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Beaufort (Vic.) has a population of approximately 1,766 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 54 people (3.2%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 1,712 people. This shift is derived from the resident population of 1,755, calculated by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ERP release from the ABS alongside 77 validated new addresses identified after the Census. This count indicates a population density of 11.3 persons per square kilometer, which ensures a spacious living environment.
The 3.2% rate of expansion in the suburb of Beaufort (Vic.) since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 region (2.8%), establishing the locality as a leader for growth in the vicinity. The upward population trajectory was mostly powered by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 84.0% of the total demographic growth in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 localities missing from this dataset, projections are derived from the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA releases, modified by aggregating LGA-level population expansion to SA2 levels using a weighted methodology. Age group growth estimates from these aggregations are applied to all locations for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Future expectations suggest that regional areas across the nation will experience population growth above the median, with this specific territory projected to gain 225 residents by 2041 under the aggregated SA2 models, marking a total expansion of 12.1% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
35 new dwellings have been approved in Beaufort (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 7 a year. That is 4.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 9, running ahead of 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's evaluation of ABS building approval records allocated to local statistical levels shows that Beaufort averages about 7 new residential approvals annually, culminating in approximately 35 approved homes over the preceding 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 9 approvals registered. An average of 1.9 individuals relocated to the area for every finished home over the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, suggesting a healthy equilibrium between residential supply and demand that supports stable market conditions. Concurrently, newly approved houses average a construction value of $446,000, which indicates that developers are focusing on upscale, higher-tier properties.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $792,000 have been logged during this financial year, showing very quiet commercial construction activity. When compared to the Rest of Vic., the volume of construction per capita in Beaufort is about three-quarters of that rate, placing the area in the 60th percentile of all locations nationwide. In addition, all recent construction projects have been detached dwellings, maintaining the low-density character of the neighborhood through a focus on standalone homes that interest buyers looking for space. With approximately 252 residents for every building approval, the locality displays typical characteristics of a low-density zone. Projections for the future indicate that Beaufort will welcome an additional 214 residents by 2041, calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release. Residential building is progressing at a steady pace relative to this expected expansion, though prospective buyers may face heightened competition as the local population climbs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Beaufort (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 Beaufort (Vic.), worth an estimated $1 million. A further 44 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $3.88 billion. 11 are already under construction and 20 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning initiatives, and major developments have a significant impact on local growth and performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 5 projects that are expected to influence this locality. The most relevant projects for the community include the Beaufort Bypass, the Beaufort Linear Park Master Plan, the Correa Park Residential Development, and the Beaufort Commuter Car Park Upgrade.
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Beaufort Lake Caravan Park Upgrade
Phase one of the Beaufort Lake Caravan Park upgrade has been completed, delivering seven new visitor cabins including an all-abilities access cabin (two bedrooms, toilet, kitchen and ramp access). The works form part of a broader $3.8 million masterplan and included associated civil upgrades to power, wastewater, plumbing, roads and drainage. The new cabins double the total cabins in the park to 14 and are intended to support both tourism and short-term worker accommodation.
Beaufort Linear Park Master Plan
The Beaufort Linear Park project aims to create a recreational corridor along the course of the Garibaldi Creek, extending from Beaufort Lake to Yam Holes Creek north of the railway line. The master plan, completed in May 2024, focuses on enhancing water quality and biodiversity, promoting community health and wellbeing, and improving the experience for visitors to Beaufort.
Beaufort Bypass
The Beaufort Bypass project, part of the Western Highway Upgrade, comprises 11 kilometres of dual carriageway bypassing Beaufort and connecting to duplicated sections of the Western Highway. It includes half-diamond interchanges, a full diamond interchange at Beaufort-Lexton Road, one road-over-rail bridge, overpass structures, culverts, small bridges, and watercourse realignments. The Environment Effects Statement (EES) process was concluded in November 2023.
Correa Park Residential Development
Developed by the Pyrenees Shire Council, Correa Park aimed to create affordable residential housing lots to meet the needs of a growing population. The development proceeded in stages over seven years and was completed in 2021. Approximately 100 blocks of land were sold.
Beaufort Commuter Car Park Upgrade
A new car park at Beaufort Station, delivered through the Victorian Government's Car Parks for Commuters program. The project includes at least 40 new car parking spaces, two new accessible spaces, and 15 new bicycle hoops. It also features new lighting and CCTV for enhanced security and landscaping.
Ballarat West Growth Area
The Ballarat West Growth Area is a 1,290-hectare greenfield masterplanned community on Ballarat's western edge, comprising three sub-precincts: Bonshaw Creek (approximately 707 hectares), Greenhalghs Road, and Ballarat-Carngham Road. Guided by the Ballarat West Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) and Development Contributions Plan (DCP), the project is planned to deliver around 15,524 dwellings supporting a future population of about 40,000. On 25 March 2026 the City of Ballarat adopted Planning Scheme Amendment C234ball, incorporating the revised February 2026 PSP and DCP, and submitted it to the Minister for Planning for approval.The revised plan increases housing yield from 14,442 to 15,524 dwellings, raises residential densities in line with state housing policy, and updates infrastructure scope and contributions (Residential DIL rising from 316,339 to 362,610 AUD per hectare). Net developable area is 972.04 hectares once arterial roads, waterways and drainage reserves are excluded. The development includes integrated activity centres, schools, community and recreation hubs, employment precincts, and parkland corridors along Bonshaw, Winter and Kensington Creeks, with arterial connections via Ballarat-Carngham Road and Greenhalghs Road.
Lucas Estate Masterplanned Community
Lucas is the largest masterplanned community in Ballarat's history, spanning 220 hectares within the Ballarat West Growth Zone developed by Integra Group. Delivering over 2,500 residential lots across five neighbourhood precincts, the estate features extensive commercial, educational, and recreational infrastructure including the Lucas Town Centre and 32+ hectares of open space. The final construction phase is currently underway with completion anticipated around 2030.
Miners Rest Primary School Redevelopment
Expansion and upgrade of the primary school, including 10 new classrooms, a new entry and administration area, arts and music rooms, food tech facilities, a kitchen garden, landscaped open play areas, and a competition-standard gymnasium and synthetic grass football oval. The project also involved acquiring extra land to enlarge the site from 1.5 hectares to 5.2 hectares to accommodate future growth. The redevelopment was completed in 2021.
733 residents of Beaufort (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 775. Unemployment sits at 5.4%, with participation at 51.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,454, about 82% 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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Beaufort features a balanced job market that spans both professional and manual labor roles, with strong representation in essential public services, and an unemployment rate of 5.4% according to AreaSearch's compiled statistical datasets. As of March 2026, there are 733 employed residents, while the local jobless rate sits 1.7% above the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%, and the labor participation rate remains low at 51.5% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic. Census data reveals that a low share of 10.6% of the workforce operated from home, although this may reflect the influence of COVID-19 restriction periods.
Resident employment is primarily clustered in health care & social assistance, public administration & safety, and construction. The community displays a distinct occupational concentration in public administration & safety, where the workforce proportion is 1.9 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance is less prominent locally, accounting for 14.3% of workers in Beaufort compared to 16.8% across Regional Vic. The comparison between the Census working population and resident counts suggests that local employment opportunities are somewhat limited. AreaSearch's assessment of SALM and ABS statistics across broader regional units indicates that the workforce contracted by 0.1% over the 12-month period, while employment dropped by 1.6%, pushing the unemployment rate up by 1.4 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Vic. experienced a 0.1% decline in employment, a 0.3% drop in the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point reduction in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on expected demand changes in Beaufort. These five-year and ten-year national forecasts have been aligned with local industry structures to project employment trends. While total employment across Australia is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of change varies widely by sector. Extrapolating these industry trends to the local employment distribution suggests Beaufort's job numbers would rise by 5.7% over five years and 12.3% over ten years, though this is a simple weighted calculation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Beaufort (Vic.) is $1,031 a week (about $54,000 a year), with median personal income at $575 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $41,901 a year against an average of $51,088. 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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According to the latest ATO tax statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, personal incomes in the suburb of Beaufort are below the national average. Taxpayers in the suburb of Beaufort have a median income of $41,901 and an average income of $51,088, which compares to Regional Vic. benchmarks of $50,954 and $62,728. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would translate to roughly $45,932 for median income and $56,003 for average income as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places household, family, and individual incomes in Beaufort between the 4th and 9th national percentiles.
Income brackets show that 28.4% of residents (501 people) earn within the $400 - 799 weekly range, differing from the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 category is the most common at 30.3%. Lower-income households are highly represented, with 40.2% of households receiving less than $800 weekly, pointing to financial pressure for many. Although living expenses are moderate with residents keeping 87.6% of their income, total disposable funds sit at only the 7th national percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Beaufort (Vic.) had 725 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 0% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 18% rented and 51% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $250 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,160 a month. Rent absorbs 24.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing stock in Beaufort consisted of 97.0% standalone houses and 3.0% alternative housing types like semi-detached properties, units, or other dwellings, whereas Regional Vic. comprised 90.1% standalone houses and 9.9% alternative configurations. The home ownership rate in Beaufort stood significantly higher than the regional average at 51.2%, with the remaining properties occupied by households with a mortgage (31.3%) or tenants (17.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment of residents was $1,160, notably lower than the Regional Vic. median of $1,430, and the median weekly rent was $250 compared to the regional figure of $285.
In a national context, Beaufort's housing costs are well below the Australian median mortgage payment of $1,863 and the national median rent of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Beaufort (Vic.) counted 725 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.1 people each. 19% are couples with children, fewer than in 88% of areas nationally, against 30% couples without children. 36% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 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 local households at 61.4%, consisting of 19.4% couples with children, 30.0% couples without children, and 11.2% single parent households. The remaining 38.6% are non-family households, which are mostly lone person households at 36.1% and group living situations at 2.3%. The median household size of 2.1 persons is smaller than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.5% of adults in Beaufort (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 7.9% with a bachelor degree and 2.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.1% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 365 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 973 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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Educational profiles in the area show lower rates of tertiary attainment, with 13.5% of residents holding a university qualification compared to the statewide average of 33.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for focused educational programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 7.9%, followed by graduate diplomas at 3.3% and postgraduate degrees at 2.3%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 39.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, including 11.2% with advanced diplomas and 28.1% with certificates. Participation in study is quite strong, with 25.2% of the local population enrolled in an educational institution.
This group is composed of 9.2% in primary schools, 8.1% in secondary schools, and 2.5% in higher education courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Beaufort (Vic.) means driving: households keep an average of 1.6 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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Analysis of local transit infrastructure shows 3 active transport stops within Beaufort, which include train services. These stops are connected to 6 distinct routes, which combine to offer 96 passenger trips per week. Transport access is classified as moderate, with residents living an average of 570 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential character of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 93% and walking chosen by 6% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.6 cars per dwelling.
A relatively low proportion of 10.6% of residents worked from home, according to 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. The average service frequency across all transport routes is 13 trips per day, which translates to roughly 32 weekly trips at each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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54.8% of residents in Beaufort (Vic.) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 86% of areas nationally. 9.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.6 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 metrics indicate notable challenges for Beaufort, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of local mortality statistics and the incidence of chronic illness across both younger and older demographics. Additionally, the proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at approximately 47% of the population (~832 people), compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic. and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent diagnoses, affecting 12.1% and 11.1% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 54.8% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic.
Working-age residents experience significant health concerns, marked by high rates of chronic illness. The area has a high concentration of seniors, with 31.4% of residents aged 65 and over (554 people), compared to 23.9% in Regional Vic. Health outcomes for this older demographic present challenges, with national rankings for senior health issues exceeding those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Beaufort (Vic.) is largely Australian-born, at 89.4% of residents, with 3.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.9%) and Australian (32.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local population displays below-average levels of cultural diversity, with citizens representing 89.1% of residents, 89.4% of the population born in Australia, and 97.0% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 45.1% of the community. In contrast, the most distinct religious variance is for Judaism, which has no local adherents and represents 0.0% of the population compared to 0.1% across Regional Vic. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parents' place of birth, the three most common heritages reported are English at 34.9%, Australian at 32.5%, and Irish at 9.9%.
Minor differences in other ancestral backgrounds include Dutch heritage at 1.8% (compared to 1.7% regionally), Scottish at 9.0% (compared to 8.8% regionally), and Macedonian at 0.2% (matching the regional rate of 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Beaufort (Vic.) is 50, older than 93% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 20.5% 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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Beaufort has a median age of 50, which is significantly older than the Regional Vic. median of 43 and well above the national median of 38. The 65 - 74 age bracket is highly represented at 17.5% of the population compared to the wider region, while the 35 - 44 demographic is smaller at 9.6%. The proportion of residents aged 65 - 74 is also much higher than the national average of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group rose from 8.0% to 10.0%, and the 75 to 84 cohort expanded from 9.2% to 10.5%.
Conversely, the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 14.2% to 11.6%. Future demographic modeling suggests that Beaufort's age structure will change by 2041, with the 25 to 34 cohort projected to grow by 76 people (43%) from 176 to 253, while the count of residents aged 65 to 74 is expected to decrease by 15.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Beaufort (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 2025 about a year ago 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 Aug 2025. | ||
| 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 — 77 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,712 at the 2021 Census → 1,766 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 (SAL20181). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.