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Belmont (Vic.) has an estimated 15,309 residents, up from 15,066 at the 2021 Census — a change of 243 people, or 1.6%. 136 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,707 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Belmont (Vic.) is estimated to have a population of approximately 15,309, derived from AreaSearch assessments of ABS regional updates alongside newly verified addresses since the Census. When measured against the 2021 Census tally of 15,066 people, this represents an addition of 243 people (1.6%). Such movement is deduced from an estimated resident population of 15,178 determined by AreaSearch following the ABS release of June 2025 ERP figures, combined with 136 validated new addresses registered since the Census date. The resulting density stands at 1,706 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure recorded nationally across AreaSearch benchmarks.
Furthermore, the 1.6% expansion achieved since census sits within 2.8 percentage points of the Rest of Vic. benchmark of 4.4%, highlighting solid growth momentum. Net overseas migration served as the primary demographic driver, accounting for roughly 74.0% of all recent population additions. Projections utilized by AreaSearch incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia models published in 2024 using 2022 as a base year for each SA2, supplemented by 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA releases adapted via weighted aggregation methods where SA2 coverage is absent. Cohort-specific growth rates derived from these aggregations are subsequently projected across all districts for the years 2032 to 2041. Demographic modeling places the suburb of Belmont (Vic.) among the top quartile of non-metropolitan growth locations, with aggregated SA2-level forecasts indicating an expansion of 3,250 persons by 2041, which represents an overall gain of 20.4% across the 16 years.
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261 new dwellings have been approved in Belmont (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 52 a year. That is 3.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 47 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 38% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 32, well below 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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According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building approval figures distributed from statistical boundaries, Belmont maintains an approval rate of approximately 52 residential properties annually, totaling an estimated 261 homes approved across the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), alongside 32 recorded to date in FY-25. With an average influx of merely 0.5 new residents each year per approved dwelling over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), construction volume is matching or outpacing intake, enhancing purchaser options and creating capacity for above-forecast demographic expansion. Newly built dwellings carry an average expected construction cost of $603,000, indicating an emphasis by builders on upscale, premium-tier product.
In parallel, commercial development has sustained moderate activity, registering $13.4 million in approved works during this financial year. On a per-capita basis, construction activity in Belmont trails regional norms substantially, sitting 68.0% below the figure for Rest of Vic.. Such constrained delivery of new stock tends to reinforce demand and price resilience for existing properties. Pipeline volume also falls short of the nationwide benchmark, underscoring the established urban fabric and possible planning restrictions. Of recent residential approvals, 38.0% are detached dwellings while 62.0% are attached dwellings. This shift toward medium-to-high density formats introduces accessible price tiers well matched to downsizers, first-home purchasers, and investors, while representing a notable pivot away from Belmont's traditional landscape of 78.0% houses. This evolution highlights shrinking reserves of greenfield land alongside changing lifestyle requirements and affordability pressures. A ratio of approximately 513 people per dwelling approval further demonstrates the mature profile of the local market. Demographic projections based on the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate suggest Belmont will add 3,119 residents through to 2041. Should the existing pace of residential construction persist without acceleration, dwelling additions could fall behind local expansion, intensifying purchaser competition and providing upward momentum for capital values.
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Development applications around Belmont (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects inside Belmont (Vic.), worth an estimated $1.27 billion. A further 73 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $9.13 billion. 19 are already under construction and 32 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 performance is profoundly shaped by public infrastructure investments, major developments, and strategic urban planning. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 28 projects anticipated to influence the suburb. Prominent examples among these include Wandana Estate, Coles Belmont Redevelopment, Epworth Geelong Innovation and Education Precinct, and 29 Evans Street Townhouses, with the key initiatives outlined below.
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Coles Belmont Redevelopment
Redevelopment of the existing Coles supermarket into a larger approximately 3,400 sqm contemporary supermarket with a new Liquorland, basement car parking for about 160 vehicles, upgraded public realm works, improved pedestrian access, bus stop improvements and landscaping. Construction commenced following permit approval and subsequent permit amendments, with the existing store closing in June 2026 and reopening expected in late 2027.
Lume Belmont
Lume is a 126.5 million AUD master-planned residential community being delivered across the former CSIRO research site in Belmont. The development comprises over 220 homes featuring architecturally designed townhouses, vacant land lots, and future medium-density residences integrated with green open space. Civil works and infrastructure construction are actively transforming the 6.4-hectare infill parcel.
South Geelong to Waurn Ponds Duplication (Geelong Line Upgrade)
The South Geelong to Waurn Ponds Duplication project duplicated 8km of track, upgraded South Geelong and Marshall stations, and rebuilt the Waurn Ponds station precinct. Key works included removing level crossings at Fyans Street and Surf Coast Highway with elevated rail bridges, upgrading signalling, and adding 500+ car spaces. The project also delivered 5km of shared user paths and 10 hectares of native landscaping. These upgrades enable 10-minute peak frequency and extra services for Marshall and Waurn Ponds.Major construction finished in August 2024, with services fully resumed.
29 Evans Street Townhouses
Development of five single-storey townhouse units on a 1280m2 site in central Belmont. The development application has been approved with construction planned to commence in 2025. The project offers modern, low-maintenance living in a sought-after location with easy access to Geelong CBD, schools, shopping, and public transport.
5-7 Church Street Townhouses
Modern residential development featuring 4 elegantly designed townhouses across two storeys, designed by Corinthian Design Studio. The 1,140m2 site has approved plans and permits for four townhouse dwellings with double car garages. Located in the vibrant heart of Belmont with High Street shopping precinct nearby and walking distance to Barwon River.
123-129 Barrabool Road Apartments
Low-rise residential development proposing approximately 40 apartments in Belmont (City of Greater Geelong). Publicly listed on project marketing portals and consistent with council area growth objectives. No confirmed developer website or permit reference located; treat as in planning with no confirmed completion date.
Wandana Estate
Wandana Estate is a masterplanned residential land estate by Villawood Properties in Wandana Heights, above Geelong CBD. The community offered premium house and land lots with elevated views from the You Yangs and Corio Bay through to Torquay, custom home design guidelines, proximity to Drewan Park, local shopping and Geelong Ring Road access. The official project page now states Wandana is 100% sold out, with the community moving through final home construction and occupancy.
Highton Urban Design Framework
Comprehensive village improvement framework for Highton Village, including enhanced streetscapes in Bellevue Arcade and Village Walk, building height guidelines up to 4 storeys, improved parking and traffic management, and greater pedestrianisation. The implementation amendment (C457ggee) was adopted by the Council in August 2025.
8,045 residents of Belmont (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 8,375. Unemployment sits at 3.9%, with participation at 66.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 12,466, about 81% 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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The local labour pool in Belmont is highly qualified and prominently engaged across essential service industries, maintaining an unemployment rate of 3.9% according to AreaSearch statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, employed residents count 8,045, with unemployment tracking 0.3% above the 3.7% recorded across Regional Vic., while labour force engagement remains exceptionally robust at 66.8% versus 61.1% in Regional Vic.. Census data indicated that 22.3% of workers performed their duties from home, though this figure reflects conditions influenced by Covid-19 restrictions. Resident employment is heavily concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, along with construction.
Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for a minimal share, employing just 0.7% of local workers relative to 7.5% across Regional Vic.. Given its primarily suburban residential nature, Census comparisons between resident and working populations demonstrate that the district generates a limited volume of jobs within its own boundaries. AreaSearch evaluation of aggregated ABS and SALM metrics reveals that over the year to March 2026, Belmont experienced a 0.9% contraction in its labour force alongside a 0.5% reduction in total employment, leading to a net decrease of 0.4 percentage points in the unemployment rate. Over the identical timeframe, Regional Vic. saw employment fall by 0.1%, the labour force contract by 0.3%, and unemployment decrease by 0.2 percentage points. Broader hiring prospects can be modeled using Jobs and Skills Australia national forecasts from Mar-26 across five and ten-year horizons. Nationally, job numbers are projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though sectoral rates vary widely. When mapped to Belmont's industry composition, these figures indicate potential local job growth of 6.9% over five years and 14.3% over ten years (noting this represents a baseline weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes without factoring in localized population changes).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Belmont (Vic.) is $1,517 a week (about $79,000 a year), with median personal income at $802 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,122 a year against an average of $67,413. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO postcode statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show taxable incomes in the suburb of Belmont at a median of $52,122 and an average of $67,413, aligning closely with Australian benchmarks and exceeding Regional Vic. levels of $50,954 (median) and $62,728 (average). Adjusting for a 9.62% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 elevates estimated figures to around $57,136 (median) and $73,898 (average) as of March 2026. Census metrics place local personal, family, and household earnings within moderate tiers, spanning the 36th and 49th percentiles.
The $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket accounts for 32.3% of residents (4,944 individuals), comparable to the 30.3% share observed across the wider region. Mortgage and rental costs impose noticeable financial strain, leaving 83.5% of income remaining (placing Belmont in the 36th percentile), while the SEIFA income index positions the community in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Belmont (Vic.) had 6,205 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 78% detached houses and 1% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 36% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,703 a month. Rent absorbs 23.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing composition in Belmont consisted of 78.0% houses and 22.0% other dwellings (such as apartments, semi-detached, and 'other' dwellings), compared with 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings in Regional Vic.. Outright home ownership stood lower than regional benchmarks at 32.3%, while 31.8% of properties were mortgaged and 35.9% were occupied by renters. Typical monthly mortgage obligations reached $1,703, and median weekly rent was $350, both exceeding corresponding figures for Regional Vic. of $1,430 and $285. When benchmarked nationally, Belmont remains more economical than Australia-wide medians of $1,863 for monthly mortgage payments and $375 for weekly rent.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Belmont (Vic.) counted 6,205 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 34% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the majority of domestic living arrangements in Belmont at 60.5%, made up of 25.0% couples with children, 23.8% couples without children, and 10.4% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 39.5%, consisting of 34.0% lone person households and 5.5% group households. The suburb records a median household size of 2.3 people, tracking slightly below the Regional Vic. benchmark of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
34.0% of adults in Belmont (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 21.5% with a bachelor degree and 8.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 22.1% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 2,885 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,052 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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Belmont exhibits strong educational achievement, with 34.0% of residents aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, outperforming both Rest of Vic. at 21.7% and the broader SA3 area at 27.3%. This high academic profile establishes a solid foundation for knowledge-intensive sectors. Within this cohort, Bachelor degrees comprise 21.5%, postgraduate qualifications account for 8.6%, and graduate diplomas represent 3.9%. Vocational and practical certifications are likewise widespread, with 33.5% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, split between certificates (22.1%) and advanced diplomas (11.4%). Current student engagement is robust, with 28.6% of the population attending an educational institution.
Specifically, 8.7% are enrolled in primary education, 6.9% attend tertiary education, and 6.5% are undertaking secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Belmont (Vic.) reaches 62 stops on 23 routes, timetabled for about 5,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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A review of local public transit networks identifies 62 operational transport stops across Belmont, connected by 23 separate routes that generate 5,575 weekly passenger trips in total. Overall transit connectivity is classified as good, with typical walking distances of 236 meters to the closest stop. Given the community's predominantly residential character, most working residents commute to external employment centers, with private vehicles serving as the main transport choice at 90%. Household motor vehicle ownership sits at an average of 1.2 per dwelling, trailing regional figures. In addition, 22.3% of workers indicated working from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions).
Network scheduling provides an average of 796 trips per day across the combined routes, translating to roughly 89 weekly trips at each individual transit stop.
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66.3% of residents in Belmont (Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 7.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 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 analyzed by AreaSearch reflect notable challenges across mortality figures and chronic ailment rates in Belmont, with common medical issues observed across older and younger demographics alike. Private health insurance membership slightly surpasses the typical SA2 standard, encompassing approximately 53% of the total population (~8,188 people), compared to a coverage rate of 50.5% recorded throughout Regional Vic.. Mental health issues and asthma represent the most frequently reported diagnoses in Belmont, affecting 10.8 and 8.7% of the community respectively, while 66.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions compared with 63.4% across Regional Vic..
Long-term health conditions are somewhat elevated among the working-age cohort. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 17.5% of residents (2,679 people), below the Regional Vic. share of 24.0%, keeping broad health metrics generally aligned with nationwide standards.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Belmont (Vic.) is largely Australian-born, at 82.3% of residents, with 11.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.9%) and Australian (25.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity indicators in Belmont align closely with broader regional figures, showing that 87.0% of residents hold Australian citizenship, 82.3% were born in Australia, and 88.5% speak exclusively English at home. Christianity is the primary declared religious faith, adhered to by 41.3% of the population. Judaism reflects the most distinct relative variance, accounting for 0.1% of residents compared to 0.1% in Regional Vic.. Regarding declared parental heritage, the three most prominent ancestry groups in Belmont are English (28.9%), Australian (25.8%), and Irish (10.8%). Distinct demographic differences also appear among other cultural backgrounds, with Dutch representation reaching 1.9% in Belmont (vs 1.7% regionally), Scottish at 9.0% (vs 8.8%), and Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Belmont (Vic.) is 36. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 29.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The suburb of Belmont (Vic.) maintains a comparatively youthful demographic profile compared to Regional Vic. overall. According to figures updated to August 2026, young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) comprise 34.7% of the populace versus 23.1% in Regional Vic., whereas retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) make up 17.5% compared to 24.0% regionally. Consequently, the estimated median age stands at 36, dropping from 37 at the 2021 Census and sitting 7 years below the Regional Vic. median of 43 recorded at the same Census. Since the Census, the proportion of young to middle aged adults has risen from 30.5% to an estimated 34.7%.
Projections to 2041 anticipate that this same 25 - 44 demographic will drive the majority of local growth, expanding by 2,093 residents (39%) to reach 7,405, while senior and retiree groups are expected to contract across that timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Belmont (Vic.)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Sep 2026 last month all 10 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Sep 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 136 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (15,066 at the 2021 Census → 15,309 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL20201). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.