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Box Hill (Vic.) has an estimated 19,701 residents, up from 14,353 at the 2021 Census — a change of 5,348 people, or 37.3%. Growth has averaged 5.1% a year over five years, faster than 96% of areas nationally. 1,404 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 5,597 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 the latest demographic updates from the ABS for the wider region, alongside recent address validation assessments carried out by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Box Hill (Vic.) is estimated to have a population of approximately 19,701 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 5,348 people (37.3%) compared to the 2021 Census, when the recorded population stood at 14,353 people. This population shift is calculated based on a resident count of 19,128, which was estimated by AreaSearch using the ABS ERP release from June 2025, combined with 1,404 validated new addresses added post-Census.
Such a population size results in a density of 5,596 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top 10% of all areas analyzed nationwide by AreaSearch and highlighting the high demand for local land. The growth rate of 37.3% since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA4 region (8.9%) and the state overall, positioning the suburb as a primary driver of growth in the area. This demographic expansion was primarily fueled by net overseas migration, which served as the exclusive source of population increase in recent times. Projections developed by the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline, have been adopted by AreaSearch. In cases where specific SA2 areas lacked coverage, calculations were supplemented using the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusted by allocating growth from the LGA level down to the SA2 level through weighted aggregation. The age bracket growth rates derived from these profiles are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at long-term demographic shifts, a substantial population surge is expected to place the suburb of Box Hill (Vic.) in the top national quartile of expanding statistical areas, with projections estimating a rise of 5,707 persons by 2041, which translates to a total growth of 26.1% over the 16 years.
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1,566 new dwellings have been approved in Box Hill (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 313 a year. That places the area in the 90th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 16 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 227 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 15% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 115, 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 building approval figures compiled by AreaSearch from regional statistical datasets, Box Hill has averaged approximately 313 residential building approvals annually. Over the preceding 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), this amounted to roughly 1,566 approved dwellings, with a further 106 approvals logged during FY-26. Dwellings registered an average occupancy of 2.7 new residents per year over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), indicating robust demand that underpins property valuations. The average construction value of these new homes stands at $705,000, pointing to a concentrated effort by builders on high-end, premium properties.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $191.6 million during the current financial year, indicating a healthy level of investment by local businesses. When measured against Greater Melbourne, the per capita rate of development activity in Box Hill is 141.0% higher. This provides purchasers with a broader range of options, even though the pace of construction has decelerated recently. The rate is also significantly higher than the national average, indicating a strong level of confidence among developers in this market. The breakdown of new residential construction stands at 15.0% detached family houses and 85.0% medium to high-density buildings. The emphasis on denser residential options offers more accessible entry pricing and caters to downsizers, real estate investors, and those entering the property market for the first time. The ratio of roughly 207 people for every approved dwelling indicates that the locality is behaving like a developing growth corridor. Long-term forecasts suggest that Box Hill is set to add 5,133 residents by 2041, calculated from the most recent quarterly estimates by AreaSearch. Provided that current building volumes are sustained, the incoming supply of housing is expected to satisfy demand, resulting in favorable buying conditions while opening up the possibility of growth tracking ahead of current projections.
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Development applications around Box Hill (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 23 current infrastructure and development projects inside Box Hill (Vic.), worth an estimated $35.7 billion. A further 113 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $108.1 billion. 24 are already under construction and 41 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major construction, and planning updates are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 32 projects expected to influence the local area. Prominent developments include the Box Hill City Oval Redevelopment, the Box Hill Metropolitan Activity Centre - Public Realm initiative, the Golden Age Group Box Hill Office and Retail Tower, and the Wembley Hill Townhomes, with details of the most significant works provided below.
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Suburban Rail Loop East - Box Hill Station
The Suburban Rail Loop East project at Box Hill involves the construction of a new underground station approximately 23 metres below ground level. As of mid-2026, works include site establishment at the compound, relocation of underground services along Whitehorse Road, and demolition of structures at Court and Watts Streets. The station will feature two main entrances at Market Street and north of Whitehorse Road, providing seamless interchanges with the existing Belgrave/Lilydale line, tram, and bus services.Key features include the realignment of Whitehorse Road to create a new linear park and integrated retail and dining plazas. Tunnel Boring Machines (TBMs) are scheduled to launch in 2026, with the line expected to be operational for passengers by 2035.
Box Hill Metropolitan Activity Centre - Public Realm
A comprehensive transformation of the Box Hill CBD public realm, integrated with the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) East precinct. Key features include the creation of a Spanish Steps-inspired amphitheatre, a new town square, and the extension of Main Street and Prospect Street. The project focuses on greener streets, enhanced pedestrian connectivity between transport hubs, and high-quality urban design to support a projected population of 48,500 by the 2050s.
69 Carrington Road Box Hill Office and Retail Tower
Approved 15-storey strata commercial office and retail tower by Golden Age Group at 69 Carrington Road, Box Hill. The project includes about 13,495 sqm of gross floor area, around 1,390 sqm of retail space, 6,661 sqm of office tenancies, two basement parking levels, 41 car bays, 50 bicycle spaces and end-of-trip facilities. The permit was issued through Victoria's Development Facilitation Program in February 2025.
Box Hill City Oval Redevelopment
Major $28 million redevelopment of Box Hill City Oval including a new western pavilion, refurbishment of the southern pavilion, upgraded lighting, training facilities and spectator amenities to support elite VFL/VFLW football, premier cricket, and community sport. As of February 2026, the southern pavilion construction is nearing readiness for the 2026 football season with internal finishes and joinery installations underway, while piling works have concluded for the new western pavilion.
Box Hill Institute TAFE Expansion
Box Hill Institute is progressing staged upgrades across its campuses, with the Elgar campus master plan being refined to support future student growth, workforce training demand and integration with the Suburban Rail Loop precinct. Recent and ongoing works include specialist teaching facilities, health simulation spaces, building refurbishments and campus infrastructure improvements. Planning continues to align the campus with long-term precinct redevelopment around the future SRL Box Hill station.
Koonung Creek Trail and Wetlands Upgrade (Eastern Freeway Upgrades)
Realignment and upgrade of the Koonung Creek Trail and surrounding linear parkland as part of the Eastern Freeway Upgrades (North East Link Program), delivered by the Victorian Government. Works include rebuilding sections of Koonung Creek to improve water flow and flood management, reconfiguring the Valda Wetlands and Koonung Creek Reserve, new and upgraded shared walking and cycling paths and bridges (including a new Heyington Avenue bridge), extensive native tree and vegetation planting, and new noise walls.Construction of utility relocations and creek diversion works within the linear park began in late December 2025, with sections of the park temporarily closed for construction zones between Tram and Middleborough roads.
Spring Street Mixed-Use Tower
A planned 29-storey mixed-use development situated on the former Box Hill Institute car park site, incorporating approximately 299 residential apartments alongside retail premises, a specialized nursing training facility, a medical centre, commercial office space, a gymnasium, pool, and a rooftop garden. The scheme was designed through a collaboration between Elenberg Fraser and Silver Thomas Hanley.
132-144 Springvale Road Development
Mixed-use development featuring 67 residential apartments across 8 storeys with ground floor commercial and retail spaces. Strategically located near the Golden Mile retail precinct, Nunawading Train Station, and key transport links as part of Nunawading's urban renewal.
10,718 residents of Box Hill (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 11,579. Unemployment sits at 7.4%, with participation at 66.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 22,595, about 115% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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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Box Hill is characterized by a workforce with high levels of education, with a notable presence of professional services workers, an unemployment rate of 7.4%, and an annual employment growth rate estimated at 3.3% according to AreaSearch statistical aggregations. By March 2026, the employed resident population reached 10,718, while the rate of unemployment sat 2.7% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%. The workforce participation rate is slightly below average, registering at 66.7% compared to the 70.2% recorded across Greater Melbourne. Census data also revealed that a substantial 30.0% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure should be interpreted in the context of pandemic containment measures.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, accommodation & food services, and professional & technical services. Accommodation & food services shows a particularly high concentration, employing people at 2.0 times the average rate for the region. Conversely, the building sector represents a relatively small share of employment at 6.7%, compared to the regional average of 9.7%. At the time of the Census, the ratio of local jobs to residents stood at 0.9, pointing to a strong base of employment opportunities in the immediate area. Based on AreaSearch calculations of SALM and ABS statistics for the surrounding region, the preceding 12-month period saw employment rise by 3.3% while the labor force expanded by 4.9%, leading to a rise in unemployment of 1.4 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne saw employment grow by 2.1%, the labor force expand by 2.3%, and unemployment increase by 0.2 percentage points. Long-term employment outlooks from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective hiring trends in Box Hill. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these figures vary widely depending on the industry. When these sector-specific trends are applied to the local industry mix, employment among residents is projected to rise by 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighted projection for illustration and does not incorporate localized population adjustments).
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Median household income in Box Hill (Vic.) is $1,267 a week (about $66,000 a year), with median personal income at $627 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $38,516 a year against an average of $54,608. The average runs 42% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The most recent ATO postcode statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year show that personal incomes in the suburb of Box Hill are below the national benchmarks, with a median of $38,516 and an average of $54,608. This is lower than the Greater Melbourne median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates as of March 2026 would be approximately $42,221 for the median and $59,861 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual income levels in Box Hill all fell between the 15th and 18th percentiles across Australia.
The most common weekly household income bracket is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which accounts for 27.2% of households (5,358 people), matching the broader regional pattern where 32.8% of households fall into this category. Housing cost pressures are high, leaving residents with only 75.2% of their income after housing costs, placing the area in the 11th percentile nationally, while the SEIFA income index ranks the suburb in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Box Hill (Vic.) had 5,965 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 22% detached houses and 53% apartments. 19% are owned with a mortgage, 61% rented and 21% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $381 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 30.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 35.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The distribution of housing types in Box Hill, as recorded in the most recent Census, consisted of 22.1% separate houses and 78.0% alternative housing structures (such as townhouses, units, and other dwellings), in contrast to the Greater Melbourne split of 67.9% separate houses and 32.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in Box Hill was lower than the metropolitan average at 20.8%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (18.5%) or tenants renting their homes (60.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment was below the metropolitan average at $1,950, while the median weekly rent was $381, compared to metropolitan figures of $2,000 and $390.
On a national level, monthly mortgage payments in Box Hill exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Box Hill (Vic.) counted 5,965 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,188 today, averaging 2.2 people each. 18% are couples with children, fewer than in 91% of areas nationally, against 27% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the majority of households at 56.3%, consisting of 18.0% couples with children, 26.9% couples without children, and 9.2% single parent households. The remaining 43.7% are non-family households, with single person dwellings making up 32.9% and group households accounting for 10.7% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.2 people is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
47.6% of adults in Box Hill (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 29.2% with a bachelor degree and 15.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 95% of areas nationally. A further 8.9% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 2,701 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,118 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 attainment in Box Hill is significantly higher than broader benchmarks, with 47.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 30.4% nationally and 33.4% across VIC. This high concentration of tertiary education positions the community well for professional and academic opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 29.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (15.4%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational programs account for 21.4% of qualifications for those aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (8.9%). Participation in study is high, with 36.8% of the population currently enrolled in education.
This consists of 14.9% studying at the tertiary level, 5.8% in secondary schools, and 4.9% attending primary schools.
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Public transport in Box Hill (Vic.) reaches 94 stops on 36 routes, timetabled for about 14,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.6 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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An analysis of public transit shows 94 active transit stops in Box Hill, offering a combination of light rail and bus services. These stops support 36 separate routes, delivering a total of 13,979 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 140 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because the area is primarily residential, the majority of working residents commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 56%, followed by trains at 20% and walking at 12%. Household vehicle ownership averages 0.6 cars per dwelling, which is below the metropolitan average.
A significant 30.0% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-era working arrangements. Service volumes average 1,997 daily trips across all transit routes, representing roughly 148 weekly trips for each individual stop.
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79.2% of residents in Box Hill (Vic.) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 78% of areas nationally. 5.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.1 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 show positive outcomes across Box Hill, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the frequency of chronic illnesses, with both younger and older demographics showing low rates of common health conditions. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is low, sitting at approximately 48% of the population (~9,554 people). This is below the Greater Melbourne rate of 56.7% and the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded in the area were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 6.3 and 4.6% of the population, respectively.
Conversely, 79.2% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.5% of the population (2,856 people). The health status of this older demographic is strong, with national rankings aligning closely with those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
65.8% of Box Hill (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 65.0% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 97% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (41.3%) and English (13.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Box Hill ranks among the most culturally diverse locations in Australia, with 65.0% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 65.8% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 26.2% of local residents. The most distinct religious concentration is found in Buddhism, which is practiced by 10.0% of the population, a figure significantly higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.2%. Based on parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in Box Hill are Chinese at 41.3% of the population (substantially higher than the regional average of 6.5%), English at 13.9% (notably lower than the regional average of 20.1%), and Australian at 10.0% (notably lower than the regional average of 18.4%).
There are also notable differences in other ethnic communities: Korean ancestry is highly represented at 1.5% of the population (compared to 0.3% across the region), Vietnamese stands at 1.6% (compared to 1.9%), and Sri Lankan is at 0.5% (compared to 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Box Hill (Vic.) is 32, younger than 86% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 45.1% 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 32 years, Box Hill has a younger population than Greater Melbourne, where the median is 37, and is also younger than the national average of 38. Compared to the Melbourne metropolitan area, Box Hill has a larger proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (26.8%) but a smaller share of children aged 5 - 14 (6.4%). The concentration of young adults aged 25 - 34 is higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census estimates indicate that this 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 26.1% to 26.8% of the population, while the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 10.8% to 9.8%.
Demographic projections indicate the age structure will change by 2041, with the 25 to 34 group expected to grow the fastest at 29%, adding 1,511 residents to reach 6,791, while the 5 to 14 cohort is projected to grow by 5%, adding 62 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Box Hill (Vic.)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 23 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 1,404 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (14,353 at the 2021 Census → 19,701 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 (SAL20314). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.