Bellevue Heights

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Sales ActivityProperty Sales Trends in Bellevue Heights

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DemographicsPopulation Growth in Bellevue Heights

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Bellevue Heights has an estimated 3,091 residents, up from 2,712 at the 2021 Census — a change of 379 people, or 14.0%. Growth has averaged 2.2% a year over five years, faster than 82% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 1,222 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 demographic updates for the surrounding region, combined with address validations performed by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Bellevue Heights has an estimated residency of 3,091 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 379 people (14.0%) compared to the 2,712 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment is derived from the resident count of 3,091, calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS demographic release from June 2025 alongside ongoing address verification post-Census. With this population level, the density stands at 1,221 persons per square kilometer, outperforming the standard figures across typical Australian locations reviewed by AreaSearch.

The expansion rate of 14.0% since the 2021 census paced ahead of both the broader SA3 area (5.6%) and the SA4 region, positioning the suburb of Bellevue Heights as a local frontrunner in growth. This upward demographic trend was almost exclusively fueled by net overseas migration, which served as the sole contributor to population expansion in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized for each SA2 locality. Where these datasets are unavailable, or for periods extending past 2032, projections by age from the SA State Government's 2023 release (incorporating 2021 base statistics) are applied, utilizing weighted averages of growth moving from LGA to SA2 divisions. Looking at these anticipated demographic movements, the suburb of Bellevue Heights is projected to experience growth slightly trailing the national median for statistical regions, with an expected increase of 228 persons to 2041 under aggregated SA2 projections, representing a 7.4% rise over the 16 years.

Frequently Asked Questions - Population

What is the latest population estimate for the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Total population for the suburb of Bellevue Heights was estimated to be approximately 3,091 as at May 26. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,091 from the ABS up to June 2025.
How has the population in the suburb of Bellevue Heights changed since 2021?
The suburb of bellevue heights has added approximately 379 people and shown a 13.97% increase from the 2,712 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
What is the population density in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The population density in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is estimated at 1,221 persons per square kilometer based on the latest population estimate.
How much has the population grown over the past 10 years in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Bellevue Heights has shown a compound annual growth rate of 1.5% per annum.
What are the main drivers of population growth in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Population growth in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is driven by: Overseas migration (100.0%), Natural increase (0.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 100.0% of overall population gains.

Residential SupplyHousing Development & Building Approvals in Bellevue Heights

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Based on analysis of ABS building approvals allocated down from broader statistical boundaries, the suburb of Bellevue Heights has maintained an average of approximately 1 residential approval per year, amounting to a total of 8 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, 7 approvals have been logged. Given that 39.4 new occupants have been added annually for each completed residence over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, demand remains well ahead of supply, which commonly escalates purchasing competition and lifts pricing, while the average estimated building value of these new projects sits at $536,000, pointing to a focus on higher-end, premium developments.

Relative to Greater Adelaide, the suburb of Bellevue Heights exhibits minimal residential construction, tracking 85.0% below the metropolitan average on a per-capita basis. Such limited development typically bolsters demand and supports the valuation of established housing, despite an uptick in building momentum lately. This level of building remains below the national standard, reflecting the fully developed nature of the locality and hinting at potential zoning or regulatory limits. Recent construction approvals comprise 50.0% detached houses and 50.0% multi-unit dwellings. This balanced mix introduces entry-level opportunities and appeals to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a shift from the existing housing stock which stands at 86.0% houses, indicating a reduction in available vacant land and a pivot toward modern lifestyle choices and budget considerations. Recording approximately 761 residents for every single residential approval, the suburb of Bellevue Heights exhibits a highly established real estate landscape. Long-term forecasts suggest the suburb of Bellevue Heights will gain 228 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Under current building trends, the pace of residential development may struggle to keep up with demographic growth, which could intensify competition among buyers and underpin future price appreciation.

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How many dwelling approvals have occurred in the suburb of Bellevue Heights recently?
Dwelling approval activity in the the suburb of Bellevue Heights area has seen 8 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Bellevue Heights's current population of 3,091 has been supported by 1 approvals on average over recent years.
How does the suburb of Bellevue Heights's development activity compare to the broader region?
The suburb of Bellevue Heights has seen 0.05 approvals per 100 people in recent years, compared to 0.74 approvals in the broader region. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 761 people in the suburb of Bellevue Heights, compared to one for every 144 in the broader region.
Is the suburb of Bellevue Heights keeping up with housing demand?
With the population expected to increase by 228 people by 2041, around 114 new dwellings will be necessary. Recent approval levels may be insufficient to meet these forecasts, considering the census average of 2.0 persons per dwelling. This indicates potential housing shortages if current approval trends continue.
What has been the trend in development approvals over the past five years in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Bellevue Heights's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 1, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
How many dwellings will be needed to accommodate future population growth in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The population in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is expected to grow by 228 people by 2041, necessitating approximately 114 new dwellings. This calculation is based on the current census average of 2.0 persons per dwelling in the area.
How does recent development compare to population growth in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Bellevue Heights has grown by approximately 449 people, while 8 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 56.1 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
Are there opportunities for residential developers in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
With dwelling approval activity running at an average of 1 approvals per year and a population of 3,091, there appears to be a supply shortfall relative to projected demand, presenting strong opportunities for residential developers. With the population expected to increase by 228 people by 2041, around 114 new dwellings will be necessary. Current approval trends may be insufficient to meet forecast demand, indicating strong development opportunities.
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Project PipelineInfrastructure & Major Projects in Bellevue Heights

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AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Bellevue Heights, worth an estimated $120 million. A further 17 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.78 billion. 10 are already under construction and 5 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, education & training 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 changes, major projects, and zoning revisions are key factors influencing regional real estate markets. A total of 4 developments have been highlighted as having a prospective impact on the neighborhood. The most notable projects include the Southern Redevelopment Stage 1 (Acute Services Building) at the Flinders Medical Centre, the Flagstaff Pines Residential Development, upgrades to the Flagstaff Hill Sports Ground, and the Flagstaff Hill Reserve Revegetation Project, with further details on the most relevant schemes provided below.

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What are some of the major infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Bellevue Heights include: Flinders Medical Centre Southern Redevelopment Stage 1 (Acute Services Building) (Construction); Flagstaff Pines Residential Development (Completed); Flagstaff Hill Sports Ground Upgrade (Approved); Flagstaff Hill Reserve Revegetation Project (Under Assessment); and Darlington Upgrade Project (North-South Corridor) (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
What types of infrastructure projects are impacting the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Bellevue Heights spans multiple sectors including Transport & Logistics, Residential Development, and Environmental & Disaster Management, among others.
What is the scale of infrastructure investment impacting the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Infrastructure investment analysis indicates substantial capital deployment exceeding $21.9 billion in projects that will impact the extended area.
How does the suburb of Bellevue Heights's infrastructure development compare to other areas?
Infrastructure development activity impacting the suburb of Bellevue Heights currently ranks below national averages at the 37thth percentile.
Flinders Medical Centre Southern Redevelopment Stage 1 (Acute Services Building)
Category: Health
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2028
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Stage 1 of the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network redevelopment, anchored by a new seven-storey Acute Services Building at the front of Flinders Medical Centre. The tower delivers 17,000 square metres of new built area plus 3,000 square metres of refurbishment, adding 98 clinical spaces. It will house two 32-bed adult inpatient units, an 18-bay Medical Day Unit, a 16-bed Intensive Care Unit with a dedicated CT scanner suite, four operating theatres with a 14-bay recovery area, a Day of Surgery Admissions area, a new Podiatry department, and a dedicated floor for the FMC Eye Surgery Clinic which integrates the network's ophthalmology services into a single facility (a first for South Australia's public health system).The new building will form the hospital's main entrance with a large lobby, retail outlet and undercover drop-off zone. The wider Stage 1 program also includes a 12-bed Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit at Margaret Tobin Centre (opening March 2026), 48 new beds at Noarlunga Hospital (opened November 2025), 32 beds across two wards at the Repat Health Precinct (opened 2024), and supporting upgrades to mortuary (completed October 2025), kitchen, sterilisation services and electrical infrastructure. More than 20 million dollars of new major medical equipment will be installed including advanced imaging, automated pharmacy dispensing cabinets and a new CT scanner. Designed by ARM Architecture with Silver Thomas Hanley, with Built Environs as Managing Contractor and Aurecon providing structural and civil engineering. The Acute Services Building is expected to open in early 2028.

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Tonsley Innovation District
Category: Business Parks & Technology Hubs
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2028
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61-hectare renewal of the former Mitsubishi site into a mixed-use innovation precinct led by Renewal SA with partners including Flinders University, TAFE SA and Peet (Tonsley Village). The district continues staged delivery of commercial, education, research and residential assets under a 2012-2028 masterplan.

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Flagstaff Pines Residential Development
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Completed | Est. Comp: 2020
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A 37 hectare residential community at Flagstaff Hill delivered by Adelaide Development Company, with open space, wildlife corridors, landscaped reserves, watercourses and walking trails. Around 300 home sites were created with a focus on preserving the natural setting. Estate fully delivered and occupied.

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Thrive Tonsley - Junction Australia Housing Development
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2027
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A $70 million social and youth housing precinct by Junction Australia within the Tonsley Innovation District. Stage 1 consists of 50 energy-efficient apartments (7.5-star rating) and is nearing completion with Junction's head office scheduled to open to the public on May 25, 2026. Stage 2 will add 63 apartments in an 8-storey building. The development serves as a community hub featuring a cafe, co-working spaces, and support services for approximately 10,000 South Australians annually. The project is supported by the Federal Social Housing Accelerator Program and built by Schiavello.

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Flagstaff Hill Reserve Revegetation Project
Category: Environmental & Disaster Management
Stage: Under Assessment | Est. Comp: 2026
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Environmental restoration project focusing on native vegetation revegetation, erosion control, biodiversity enhancement, and habitat creation. Includes community education components and ongoing monitoring to ensure ecosystem restoration success.

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Flagstaff Road Upgrade
Category: Transport & Logistics
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2026
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Upgrade of approximately 3.3 km of Flagstaff Road including duplication of the remaining three-lane section to a permanent four-lane divided carriageway, intersection improvements, upgraded drainage, shared walking and cycling paths, lighting and road safety improvements. Construction has been underway with staged traffic management and community updates.

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Oaklands Green
Category: Residential Development
Stage: Construction | Est. Comp: 2030

South Australia's largest social and affordable housing renewal project, transforming 16.5 hectares into a masterplanned community. The development delivers 680 new dwellings, comprising 235 social housing homes managed by Junction and 445 private/affordable homes. The project features 3.4 hectares of open space, including the expansion of Rajah Reserve and sustainable Green Star rated designs. Construction is staged over eight years with the first residents moved in during 2023.

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Flagstaff Hill Sports Ground Upgrade
Category: Sports & Recreation
Stage: Approved | Est. Comp: 2025
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Comprehensive upgrade of sporting facilities including new clubrooms, improved playing surfaces, enhanced lighting, modern amenities, playground equipment, and accessibility improvements to serve the growing Flagstaff Hill community.

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Jobs & IndustryEmployment Trends in Bellevue Heights

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1,535 residents of Bellevue Heights are employed, from a labour force of 1,553. Unemployment sits at 1.2%, with participation at 58.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% 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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The suburb of Bellevue Heights possesses a highly qualified labor force with solid representation in public service sectors, an unemployment rate sitting at 1.2%, and an estimated job growth rate of 5.4% over the prior year, according to aggregated statistical district metrics. In March 2026, working residents numbered 1,535, while the jobless rate was 2.7% lower than the 3.8% recorded across Greater Adelaide. However, labor force participation is comparatively low, registering at 58.3% versus 66.6% in Greater Adelaide. Census records show a moderate 16.0% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic-related movement restrictions.

The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical. The locality demonstrates a strong concentration in education & training, employing people at a rate 1.5 times that of the wider metropolitan region. Conversely, industrial manufacturing is less prominent, employing only 4.6% of the workforce in the suburb of Bellevue Heights compared to 7.0% across Greater Adelaide. The heavily residential character of the neighborhood means local employment opportunities are relatively scarce, as highlighted by comparing the local workplace census count against resident worker numbers. Based on aggregated SALM and ABS statistics for the wider region, the 12-month timeframe saw a 5.4% increase in total employment alongside a 5.2% expansion of the labor force, which led to a 0.1 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. Over the same span, Greater Adelaide registered employment growth of 4.2% and labor force growth of 4.0%, with a corresponding drop of 0.2 percentage points. National forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding prospective employment trends for the suburb of Bellevue Heights. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry breakdown to estimate future trajectories. Nationally, employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these growth dynamics vary widely by sector. Applying these industry-specific projections to the local workforce composition suggests that employment for the suburb of Bellevue Heights could rise by 7.1% over five years and 14.7% over ten years, noting this is a simple weighted projection that does not factor in local demographic variations.

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What is the employment situation in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
As of March 2026, the suburb of Bellevue Heights has approximately 1,535 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 1.2%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. The area ranks in the top 25% nationally for employment performance, indicating a robust job market.
How does the suburb of Bellevue Heights's unemployment rate compare to the broader region?
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Bellevue Heights stands at 1.2%, which is 2.7 percentage points below Greater Adelaide's rate of 3.8%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
What are the major employment sectors in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The employment landscape in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (20.8% of employment), education & training (14.1%), and professional & technical (9.2%). Other significant employers include retail trade and public administration & safety.
How has employment changed recently in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Bellevue Heights has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fall. By comparison, Greater Adelaide saw employment increased and its unemployment rate dropped.
What is the workforce participation rate in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is 58.3%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Greater Adelaide average of 66.6%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
Which industries are over-represented in the suburb of Bellevue Heights's employment market?
The suburb of bellevue heights shows notable specialization in education & training, which employs 14.1% of the local workforce compared to 9.3% regionally. This concentration suggests the area has developed competitive advantages in this sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 1 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
What are the employment growth prospects for the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Based on Jobs and Skills Australia projections applied to the suburb of Bellevue Heights's industry mix, employment is expected to grow by 7.1% over the next five years and 14.7% over ten years. This exceeds the national forecast of 6.6% over five years, suggesting the area's industry composition is well-positioned for future growth. Steady growth is anticipated across multiple sectors, providing diverse employment opportunities.
How does the job market in the suburb of Bellevue Heights compare nationally?
The suburb of bellevue heights's employment market shows strong performance nationally, ranking in the top 25% of areas assessed by AreaSearch. This indicates robust employment conditions and economic vitality compared to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 0.7% growth, ranking 11.0th out of 37 regions nationally.
What employment opportunities exist for skilled workers in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Skilled workers will find excellent opportunities in the suburb of Bellevue Heights, with knowledge-intensive sectors comprising 49.6% of local employment. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (20.8%), education & training (14.1%), and professional & technical (9.2%). With projected employment growth of 7.1% over five years, demand for skilled workers is expected to remain strong.

EarningsHousehold Income in Bellevue Heights

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Median household income in Bellevue Heights is $1,662 a week (about $86,000 a year), with median personal income at $764 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,244 a year against an average of $70,911. 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 tax data released for the 2023 financial year at the postcode level, the suburb of Bellevue Heights recorded a median taxpayer income of $56,244 and an average of $70,911. These figures exceed national standards and compare to $54,808 (median) and $66,852 (average) across Greater Adelaide. Factoring in a Wage Price Index lift of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, current adjusted estimations point to approximately $61,964 for the median and $78,123 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes are moderate in the suburb of Bellevue Heights, ranking between the 41st and 45th percentiles nationally.

Income distribution shows 30.0% of the local population (representing 927 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, which aligns closely with the 31.8% recorded across the wider region. Housing expenses are manageable with residents retaining 87.2% of income, although disposable earnings sit below the national midpoint at the 49th percentile, and the SEIFA index places the neighborhood in the 7th decile for income.

Frequently Asked Questions - Income

What is the median taxable income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is approximately $61,964. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded a median of $56,244.
What is the average taxable income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is approximately $78,123. The official ATO data from FY-23 recorded an average of $70,911.
How does the median taxable income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is approximately $61,964 compared to $60,382 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $56,244 and $54,808 respectively.
How does the average taxable income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights compare to the region?
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to March 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is approximately $78,123 compared to $73,651 in Greater Adelaide. The official ATO data from FY-23 shows $70,911 and $66,852 respectively.
What are the main income cohorts in the suburb of Bellevue Heights according to the 2021 Census?
As per the 2021 Census, the income bracket containing the largest proportion (~30.0% / 927 persons) of the suburb of Bellevue Heights's population is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
How do the main income cohorts in the suburb of Bellevue Heights compare to the region?
The largest income cohort in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.0% of the population. In comparison, Greater Adelaide's largest income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 31.8% of its population, according to the 2021 Census.
What is the median household income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is $1,662/wk.
What is the median family income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights according to the 2021 Census?
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is $2,067/wk.
What is the median personal income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights according to the 2021 Census?
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is $764/wk.
How does the suburb of Bellevue Heights's income rank nationally?
The suburb of Bellevue Heights's income level is above the national average according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for FY-23. The suburb of Bellevue Heights's median income among taxpayers is $56,244 and the average income stands at $70,911, which compares to figures for Greater Adelaide's of $54,808 and $66,852 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.17% since FY-23, current estimates would be approximately $61,964 (median) and $78,123 (average) as of March 2026.
What is the disposable income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is $6,279 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
How does the suburb of Bellevue Heights's disposable income compare to the region?
The suburb of bellevue heights's disposable income is $6,279 compared to $5,698 for Greater Adelaide, based on AreaSearch analysis.

Housing StockHousing & Dwellings in Bellevue Heights

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Bellevue Heights had 1,024 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 0% apartments. 42% are owned with a mortgage, 12% rented and 46% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $370 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,750 a month. Rent absorbs 22.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.3%. 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 architecture in the suburb of Bellevue Heights at the time of the last Census consisted of 85.7% detached houses and 14.3% alternative housing options like townhouses and apartments, compared to 75.2% houses and 24.9% other dwellings across the Adelaide metro area. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Bellevue Heights were notably high at 46.3%, with the remaining properties being purchased via a mortgage (41.8%) or occupied by tenants (11.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,750 was considerably higher than the Adelaide metropolitan average of $1,562, while median weekly rent was $370 compared to the metropolitan average of $320.

On a national scale, mortgage commitments in the suburb of Bellevue Heights are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and typical rents sit just below the national benchmark of $375.

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What percentage of homes are owned vs rented in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
In the suburb of Bellevue Heights, 46.3% of homes are owned outright, 41.8% are owned with a mortgage, and 11.9% are rented.
What percentage of dwellings in the suburb of Bellevue Heights are houses?
According to the latest data, 85.7% of dwellings in the suburb of Bellevue Heights are houses.
What percentage of dwellings in the suburb of Bellevue Heights are apartments or units?
In the suburb of Bellevue Heights, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 14.3% being semi-detached dwellings.
What is the level of outright home ownership in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Bellevue Heights stands at 46.3%, compared to 32.1% in Greater Adelaide.
What is the median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is $1,750, compared to $1,562 in Greater Adelaide.
What is the median weekly rent in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The median weekly rent in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is $370, compared to $320 in Greater Adelaide.
What is the distribution of rental prices in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
In the suburb of Bellevue Heights, 4.7% of rentals are $0-149/week, 35.5% are $150-349/week, 50.5% are $350-649/week, 9.3% are $650-949/week, and 0.0% are $950+/week.
What is the average monthly housing cost in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is $922, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
What percentage of income do residents spend on housing in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
In the suburb of Bellevue Heights, households with mortgages typically spend 24.3% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.3% of their income on rent.
How crowded are homes in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
How does housing affordability in the suburb of Bellevue Heights compare to the region?
Housing affordability in the suburb of Bellevue Heights shows mortgage holders spending 24.3% of income on repayments (vs 23.3% regionally), while renters spend 22.3% of income on rent (vs 20.7% regionally).
What types of dwellings are most common in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Bellevue Heights consists of 85.7% detached houses, 14.3% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
What is the weighted average housing cost based on tenure mix in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Given the tenure profile of the area, the weighted average monthly housing cost is approximately $922. This accounts for outright owners paying no housing costs, mortgage holders paying $1,750/month, and renters paying $1,602/month.
How affordable is housing in the suburb of Bellevue Heights relative to local incomes?
Housing in Bellevue Heights consumes approximately 12.8% of median household income ($7,196 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
How do proposed developments compare to existing housing types in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Development activity remains minimal in this area with fewer than 5 recent applications recorded.

HouseholdsHousehold Composition in Bellevue Heights

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Bellevue Heights counted 1,024 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,167 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 34% couples without children. 23% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 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 74.1%, consisting of couples with children at 30.8%, couples without children at 34.3%, and single-parent households at 8.2%. Non-family households account for the remaining 25.9%, with single-person households representing 22.9% and shared group households making up 2.9% of the total. The typical household occupancy of 2.5 persons matches the average recorded across Greater Adelaide.

Frequently Asked Questions - Households

How many households are in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Bellevue Heights had 1,024 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 14.0% to an estimated 1,167 households today.
What is the typical household size?
The median household size in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is 2.5 people. This compares to 2.5 in Greater Adelaide and reflects the area's household composition mix.
What types of households are most common?
Family households dominate at 74.1% of all households. The remaining households consist of lone person households (22.9%), group households (2.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
How are families structured in the area?
Among the 758 family households, 30.8% are couples with children, 34.3% are couples without children at home, and 8.2% are single parent families. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
How does the suburb of Bellevue Heights compare to regional household patterns?
Compared to Greater Adelaide, the suburb of Bellevue Heights shows distinct household patterns. Family households are notably over-represented at 74.1% (versus 68.6% regionally). This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
What is the average family size?
Families in the suburb of Bellevue Heights have an average of 1.7 children, slightly above the Greater Adelaide average of 1.5. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
What are the marriage patterns in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Marriage patterns reveal 53.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 27.8% have never married. This compares to 45.7% married and 36.4% never married across Greater Adelaide.
How significant are single-person households?
Single-person households represent 22.9% of all households in the suburb of Bellevue Heights, similar to the regional average of 27.7%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Are shared living arrangements common?
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.9% of households, well below the Greater Adelaide average of 3.7%. This low rate suggests limited student or young professional shared accommodation.
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EducationSchools & Education in Bellevue Heights

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40.3% of adults in Bellevue Heights hold a university qualification, including 25.2% with a bachelor degree and 11.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 80% of areas nationally. A further 16.3% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 186 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,088 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 accomplishments in the suburb of Bellevue Heights are well above broader averages, with 40.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 25.7% across SA and 28.1% in the SA4 region. This academic profile positions the local workforce well for opportunities in knowledge industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 25.2%, followed by postgraduate study at 11.1% and graduate diplomas at 4.0%. Vocational training also has a strong footprint, with 28.0% of residents aged 15+ holding technical credentials, comprising advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (16.3%).

Active participation in schooling is high, with 27.4% of the population enrolled in an educational program. This student group includes 9.6% in primary school, 7.6% in higher education, and 5.9% attending high school.

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What percentage of people in the suburb of Bellevue Heights have university qualifications?
40.3% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bellevue Heights have university qualifications, compared to 28.9% in the broader region.
What percentage of people in the suburb of Bellevue Heights have no formal qualifications?
31.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Bellevue Heights have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.0% regionally.
How does the suburb of Bellevue Heights's education level compare to national averages?
The suburb of bellevue heights ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
What types of qualifications are most common in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Bellevue Heights are: Bachelor Degree (25.2%), Certificate (16.3%), Advanced Diploma (11.7%).
What proportion of the suburb of Bellevue Heights's population is currently attending educational institutions?
27.4% of the population in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is currently engaged in formal education, with 9.6% in primary school, 5.9% in secondary school, 7.6% at university.
What is the ICSEA score for schools in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is 1088, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
How many schools are located within the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
There are 1 schools within the suburb of Bellevue Heights, with a combined enrollment of approximately 186 students.
What types of schools are available in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The suburb of bellevue heights includes 1 primary school.

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AmenitiesServices & Amenities in Bellevue Heights

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Getting AroundTransport & Commuting in Bellevue Heights

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Public transport in Bellevue Heights reaches 12 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 220 services a week. The typical home sits about 290 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.6 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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Analysis of the local network reveals 12 active public transport stops operating in the suburb of Bellevue Heights, consisting of bus services. These stops accommodate 9 distinct transit routes that provide a total of 218 weekly passenger journeys. Commuter access is favorable, with residences typically positioned within 291 meters of a transport stop. Given the suburban residential character, the majority of working residents travel out of the area, with private cars being the primary mode of travel at 86%, and trains accounting for 6%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.6 cars, which is higher than the regional metropolitan average.

Around 16.0% of the workforce reported working from home during the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Transit service frequency averages 31 departures daily across the network, which translates to approximately 18 weekly departures at each individual stop.

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How many public transport stops are in Bellevue Heights?
There are 12 public transport stops within the suburb of Bellevue Heights.
How frequent are the transport services in Bellevue Heights?
the suburb of Bellevue Heights has 218 weekly trips across 9 routes, averaging 31 trips per day.
How far are residents from public transport in Bellevue Heights?
On average, residential properties are 291 meters from the nearest transport stop.

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HealthcareHealth Services in Bellevue Heights

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63.4% of residents in Bellevue Heights report no long-term health condition. 7.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.5 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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Health indicators in the suburb of Bellevue Heights align closely with national averages, according to assessments of mortality statistics and chronic disease trends. Typical health issues show a standard distribution across both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is high, sitting at roughly 55% of the community (~1,700 people), compared to 52.7% across Greater Adelaide. The most prevalent medical concerns locally are arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 10.6% and 7.4% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 63.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 67.9% throughout Greater Adelaide.

Residents under the age of 65 display better health profiles than the wider average. The neighborhood contains a significant senior population, with 28.8% of residents aged 65 and over (totaling 890 people), which exceeds the metropolitan average of 19.2%. National health rankings for the suburb of Bellevue Heights are generally consistent with the broader population.

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How many people in the suburb of Bellevue Heights have private health insurance?
Around 55.0% of people in the suburb of Bellevue Heights are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.7% in the broader region of Greater Adelaide.
What percentage of the population requires ongoing medical assistance in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
In the suburb of Bellevue Heights, 7.4% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. This figure is slightly different from the regional average, where 6.6% of people in Greater Adelaide require similar assistance.
How prevalent is asthma in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
7.0% of people in the suburb of Bellevue Heights are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 7.7% of the population across Greater Adelaide is affected by asthma.
What percentage of people have diabetes in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Diabetes affects 4.9% of the the suburb of Bellevue Heights population, while in the surrounding region, 4.8% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
What is the percentage of people with heart disease in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
5.6% of people in the suburb of Bellevue Heights have heart disease. Across the region of Greater Adelaide, 3.8% of the population is affected by heart disease.
How does the suburb of Bellevue Heights compare to the region in terms of overall private health coverage?
In the suburb of Bellevue Heights, 55.0% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Adelaide sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.7%.

Ancestry & LanguageCultural Diversity in Bellevue Heights

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27.2% of Bellevue Heights residents were born overseas and 15.8% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.6%) and Australian (24.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.

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The suburb of Bellevue Heights displays a higher level of cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 15.8% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 27.2% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 43.1% of the community. The most distinct statistical variation is seen in Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of residents compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide. Regarding parentage and ancestry, the three largest ethnic groups in the suburb of Bellevue Heights are English at 28.6%, Australian at 24.4%, and Scottish at 7.9%.

Some specific backgrounds show distinct local concentrations: German ancestry is represented at 7.0% (compared to 5.1% across the region), Polish is at 1.3% (versus 1.0%), and Hungarian is at 0.6% (compared to 0.3% regionally).

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What is the level of cultural diversity in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
Bellevue Heights was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets, with 15.8% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 27.2% born overseas.
What is the most common religion in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The main religion in Bellevue Heights was found to be Christianity, which makes up 43.1% of people in Bellevue Heights. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Greater Adelaide.
What are the top countries of origin in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Bellevue Heights are English, comprising 28.6% of the population, Australian, comprising 24.4% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 7.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Hungarian is notably overrepresented at 0.6% of Bellevue Heights (vs 0.3% regionally), Polish at 1.3% (vs 1.0%) and German at 7.0% (vs 5.1%).
How does the percentage of people born overseas compare to the regional average?
27.2% of the the suburb of Bellevue Heights population was born overseas, compared to 28.7% regionally.
What percentage of the the suburb of Bellevue Heights population speaks a language other than English at home?
15.8% of the population in the suburb of Bellevue Heights speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.2% in the wider region.
How many people in the suburb of Bellevue Heights identify as Australian Aboriginal?
0.4% of the the suburb of Bellevue Heights population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.2% in the region.
What is the citizenship status of the population in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
89.3% of the the suburb of Bellevue Heights population holds citizenship, compared to 86.3% in the wider region.

Age StructureAge Profile of Bellevue Heights

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The median resident of Bellevue Heights is 46, older than 85% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 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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With a median age of 46 years, the suburb of Bellevue Heights is notably older than Greater Adelaide's average of 39 and the national benchmark of 38 years. Demographic data indicates that individuals aged 75 - 84 represent a prominent portion of the population (11.5%), while those aged 25 - 34 make up a smaller segment (11.0%) compared to the wider metropolitan area. The concentration of residents aged 75 - 84 is much higher than the national average of 6.1%. Since 2021, the community's median age has decreased by 1.0 years, dropping from 47 to 46.

Notable shifts include the 15 to 24 age bracket growing from 10.2% to 13.2% of the population, and the 25 to 34 group rising from 8.8% to 11.0%. In contrast, the 65 to 74 demographic decreased from 12.9% to 10.4%, and children aged 5 to 14 dropped from 11.9% to 10.7%. Long-term projections for 2041 point to significant changes in the local age structure, with the 85+ cohort showing the fastest growth at 58% (adding 122 residents to reach 336), while the 15 to 24 and 75 to 84 groups are expected to contract.

Frequently Asked Questions - Age

What is the median age in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
According to the latest data, the median age in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is 46 years.
How does the suburb of Bellevue Heights's median age compare to broader areas?
At 46 years, Bellevue Heights is 7 years older than the Greater Adelaide average (39 years) and 8 years older than the national average (38 years).
What age groups are over-represented in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The most over-represented age group in the suburb of Bellevue Heights compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 11.5% of the population.
What age groups are under-represented in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The most under-represented age group in the suburb of Bellevue Heights compared to the Greater Adelaide region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 11.0% of the population.
Are there age groups with notable population variances?
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Bellevue Heights show significant variance compared to the Greater Adelaide region. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (6.9% vs 2.6%) and 75-84 year-olds (11.5% vs 6.7%).
What is the percentage of children (0-14 years) in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The percentage of children aged 0-14 years in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is 14.2%.
What is the percentage of older people (65+ years) in the suburb of Bellevue Heights?
The percentage of people aged 65 and over in the suburb of Bellevue Heights is 28.8%.

Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bellevue Heights

Data currency Refreshed

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 1 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. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,712 at the 2021 Census → 3,091 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 (SAL40092). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.

Common questions about this page

How do Bellevue Heights suburb boundaries differ from Statistical Areas?
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census/statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
Where does the data on this Bellevue Heights page come from?
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources — including ABS, Geoscience Australia, Valuer General, Provider directories, DEWR, JSA, State Transport Departments and ACARA — then aggregates them to the boundary shown and calculates the rankings, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments.
Is the Bellevue Heights data on this page just from the 2021 Census?
No. Most of this page is maintained well beyond the Census. Sourced entirely from current releases: development & approvals (Jun 2026), property sales & rents (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Aug 2025) and services & amenities (Jul 2026). Built on a Census baseline but carrying newer measures on top: population (to May 2026), age profile (to May 2026), employment (to Mar 2026), income (to FY 2023), education (to Aug 2026), transport (to Jul 2026) and health (to 2024). Population and age cohorts in particular are re-based to the latest ABS Estimated Resident Population rather than left at 2021 counts. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.

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