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Broadmeadows (Vic.) has an estimated 13,689 residents, up from 12,524 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,165 people, or 9.3%. 390 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 77.0% of that increase. That puts 1,684 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 ABS population updates for the wider region and new address verifications by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Broadmeadows (Vic.) has a population estimated at around 13,689 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,165 people (9.3%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 12,524 individuals. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 13,589, which AreaSearch estimated using the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025) along with 390 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density ratio of 1,683 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical average across national locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
The 9.3% post-census growth in the suburb of Broadmeadows (Vic.) is within 1.9 percentage points of Greater Melbourne (11.2%), showcasing competitive growth characteristics. Overseas migration was the primary driver of growth, accounting for approximately 77.0% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this data, AreaSearch uses the 2023 Regional/LGA projections from the VIC State Government, adjusting them via a weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age brackets from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, extraordinary growth that ranks in the highest 10 percent of national statistical areas is projected, with the area expected to grow by 7,407 persons to 2041 based on combined SA2-level projections, representing a total increase of 53.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
652 new dwellings have been approved in Broadmeadows (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 130 a year. That places the area in the 72nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 9 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 138 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 21% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 65, 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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Based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval statistics distributed from statistical area data, Broadmeadows has averaged about 130 new residential dwellings approved each year, yielding an estimated 652 homes approved over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 60 so far in FY-26. With an average of only 0.5 people moving to the area annually for every dwelling constructed over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), new housing supply is matching or outstripping demand, providing plenty of choices for buyers and creating capacity for population growth beyond current expectations, while new properties are built at an average value of $508,000, indicating developer interest in the premium segment with higher-end dwellings.
Furthermore, $56.8 million in commercial development approvals have been documented this financial year, showcasing strong local commercial activity. Relative to Greater Melbourne, Broadmeadows exhibits 18.0% less building activity per person, though it ranks in the 87th percentile of locations analyzed nationwide. New residential building activity consists of 21.0% standalone houses and 79.0% medium and high-density dwellings. This shift toward higher-density projects provides affordable entry points and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This is a clear departure from the area's current housing stock (which is currently 68.0% houses), signaling a decline in available development sites and reflecting modern lifestyle preferences alongside a demand for more varied, budget-friendly accommodation. The area has approximately 97 people per dwelling approval, showing a growing market. Future forecasts indicate Broadmeadows will add 7,307 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). Construction activity is keeping a reasonable pace with the projected expansion, though buyers might face increased competition as the population grows.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Broadmeadows (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 16 current infrastructure and development projects inside Broadmeadows (Vic.), worth an estimated $2.5 billion. A further 59 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $172.8 billion. 14 are already under construction and 21 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation 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 heavily shaped by updates to regional infrastructure, key projects, and planning developments. AreaSearch has identified a total of 39 projects that are expected to influence the area. Principal developments include Assembly Broadmeadows, Parkview Broadmeadows, Banksia Gardens Social Housing Development, and Hume Central Redevelopment, with the subsequent list outlining the most significant projects.
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Assembly Broadmeadows
A 60-hectare master-planned redevelopment of the historic former Ford Australia manufacturing site into a next-generation employment hub. The precinct is designed for high-tech manufacturing, logistics, and warehousing, and includes a significant data centre component. Planned amenities feature a retail convenience hub, childcare centre, and a 100-room hotel. The site also incorporates a 14-megawatt renewable energy system. Construction officially commenced in March 2026 with the first stage comprising a 44-hectare industrial subdivision.
Hume Central - Broadmeadows Central Activities Area
Hume Central is a transformative urban renewal initiative aimed at creating a vibrant, mixed-use heart for Broadmeadows. The vision involves developing underutilised land around the Broadmeadows Town Hall and Global Learning Centre into a high-density precinct. Key objectives include establishing a commercial core, integrated civic spaces, and significant residential growth with heights up to 12 storeys. Recent updates focus on the Broadmeadows Activity Centre Plan which aligns with the Victorian Government Housing Statement to increase dwelling density and improve pedestrian links to the railway station.
Parkview Broadmeadows
Townhouse community of approx. 65 architect designed 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes by Met Communities / Moment Group, arranged around a centrally located park of about 7,500 sqm with walking and bike connections to Meadowlink Reserve. Sales underway with civil works commenced, delivering a mix including a small portion for an affordable housing provider under the Inclusionary Housing Pilot.
Time & Place Campbellfield Industrial Development
Redevelopment of a 15.9-hectare historic Ford distribution centre at 1777-1787 Sydney Road, Campbellfield, into a modern industrial precinct. Time & Place acquired the site from Ford Motor Company of Australia for approximately $80 million in early 2025 and lodged a planning application in Q1 2025. The project will target industrial, logistics, and warehousing tenants, with three existing warehouses (56,819 square metres) to be reworked or replaced. Ford retains a tenancy in one building for service engineering operations under a multi-year lease.Estimated end value of $250 million on completion by 2028, supporting Melbourne's tightly held northern industrial corridor.
262 Camp Road Broadmeadows Development
Residential development project on Camp Road in Broadmeadows, strategically located near the future Broadmeadows transport superhub. Part of Activity Centre growth supporting increased density around transport. Listed on Urban.com.au as new off-the-plan development.
Hume Central
Council-led renewal of the civic heart of Broadmeadows around Town Hall Broadmeadows, Hume Global Learning Centre and council offices. The program aims to create a vibrant mixed-use town centre with improved public spaces, civic and learning facilities, a town square, car parking, a proposed hotel and mixed-use development opportunities. Completed works include Town Hall Broadmeadows, Civic Way, Civic Plaza upgrades, services upgrades, the Hume Global Learning Centre refurbishment and Northern Study Hub, while future elements remain in design or planning.
Northmeadows Strategic Site
The Northmeadows Strategic Site is a 60-hectare brownfield urban renewal precinct transitioning from industrial use to a mixed-use 20-minute neighbourhood. The project aims to deliver approximately 3,750 dwellings, intensified employment land, and integrated community facilities. Following the completion of the Victorian Planning Authority's (VPA) initial work in 2022, Hume City Council is now leading the ongoing strategic planning and implementation, integrated into the broader Project Broadmeadows precinct roadmap aimed at revitalising the Metropolitan Activity Centre.
Hume Global Learning Centre Refurbishment
Comprehensive refurbishment of the ground floor of the Hume Global Learning Centre to create a new Council Chamber for 21 Councillors with public gallery for 80 people, community lounge and study areas, bookable meeting rooms, and a new cafe with commercial kitchen. The project enhances community engagement and provides modern facilities for civic participation and community gatherings.
4,861 residents of Broadmeadows (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 5,562. Unemployment sits at 12.6%, with participation at 51.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 17,759, about 130% 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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Broadmeadows possesses a skilled labor force, with strong representation in the manufacturing and industrial sectors, an unemployment rate of 12.6%, and an estimated job growth of 4.6% over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 4,861 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 7.8% higher than the Greater Melbourne rate of 4.8%, highlighting potential for progress, and workforce participation is notably lower (51.7% relative to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne). Based on Census data, a low 12.8% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.
The primary sectors of employment for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and transport, postal & warehousing. The area displays a particularly strong concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with employment levels reaching 2.1 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, making up only 4.7% of the Broadmeadows workforce compared to 10.1% in Greater Melbourne. With 1.0 workers for every resident at the time of the Census, the area operates as a job hub, containing more positions than working residents and drawing commuters from neighboring localities. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader statistical areas, employment grew by 4.6% while the labor force shrank by 0.9% over the 12 months to March 2026, leading to a drop in unemployment of 4.6 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.1%, labor force growth of 2.3%, and an unemployment increase of 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia as of May-25 offer additional context regarding future demand in Broadmeadows. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local employment profile to estimate growth dynamics. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry sector. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto Broadmeadows's employment structure suggests local employment will rise by 6.0% over five years and 12.6% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Broadmeadows (Vic.) is $1,151 a week (about $60,000 a year), with median personal income at $478 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $37,213 a year against an average of $45,052. 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 suburb of Broadmeadows records a median taxpayer income of $37,213 and an average of $45,052, according to the latest postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. These figures are below the national average, contrasting with a median income of $57,688 and an average income of $75,164 in Greater Melbourne. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates stand at approximately $40,793 for the median and $49,386 for the average as of March 2026. Income data from the 2021 Census shows that household, family, and individual incomes in Broadmeadows all sit between the 2nd and 10th percentiles nationwide.
In terms of income distribution, the largest segment includes 29.9% of local residents (4,093 people) earning in the $800 - 1,499 range, differing from the metropolitan area where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common at 32.8%. Pressures on housing affordability are severe, with only 77.8% of income remaining, placing the area in the 7th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Broadmeadows (Vic.) had 3,789 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 68% detached houses and 12% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 51% rented and 22% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $331 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,408 a month. Rent absorbs 28.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.2%. 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 structures in Broadmeadows, as recorded in the latest Census, consisted of 68.1% houses and 31.9% other dwellings (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings in metropolitan Melbourne. The rate of home ownership in Broadmeadows stood at 22.2%, trailing the metropolitan average, while the remaining homes were occupied by mortgage holders (27.0%) or tenants (50.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $1,408, which is well below the metropolitan average, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $331, compared to metropolitan Melbourne figures of $2,000 and $390.
Across the nation, Broadmeadows's mortgage payments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are substantially below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Broadmeadows (Vic.) counted 3,789 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,141 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 34% are couples with children, against 17% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the majority at 70.4% of all households, consisting of 33.7% couples with children, 16.9% couples without children, and 17.6% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 29.6%, with single-person households at 24.2% and group households making up 5.3% of the total. The median household size of 2.9 people is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
25.4% of adults in Broadmeadows (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 15.9% with a bachelor degree and 7.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 16.1% hold a vocational qualification. 19 schools serve the area, with 7,496 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 950 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The locality experiences educational hurdles, with university qualification levels (25.4%) sitting considerably below the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This scenario presents both a difficulty and a chance for focused educational strategies. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational and technical skills are prominent, with 26.6% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (16.1%). Enrollment in education is remarkably strong, with 39.2% of the population actively participating in formal study. This figure includes 12.3% in primary schooling, 9.7% in secondary schooling, and 6.5% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Broadmeadows (Vic.) reaches 77 stops on 26 routes, timetabled for about 7,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 290 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit assessment shows 77 active transit stops functioning in Broadmeadows, including a combination of train stations and bus stops. These stops are served by 26 unique routes, providing a combined total of 7,882 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is classified as good, with residents living an average of 292 meters from their closest transit stop. As a major residential location, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 75%, followed by trains at 14% and buses at 5%. Car ownership averages 1.1 per household, which is below the regional average.
A relatively low 12.8% of the population works from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Service frequency averages 1,126 trips daily across all routes, which translates to roughly 102 weekly trips per transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.0% of residents in Broadmeadows (Vic.) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 77% of areas nationally. 9.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 44.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.4 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 statistics indicate substantial difficulties for Broadmeadows, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with a significantly higher than average frequency of common medical conditions, especially within older age brackets. Additionally, the rate of private health insurance is extremely low, covering approximately 45% of the total population (~6,128 people). This compares to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health conditions in the locality are mental health concerns and asthma, which affect 7.4 and 6.6% of residents, respectively, while 74.0% of the population reported no medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
Health profiles for working-age residents are generally typical. The suburb has 11.5% of residents aged 65 and older (1,574 people), which is lower than the 15.0% mark in Greater Melbourne. Senior health outcomes present some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
54.2% of Broadmeadows (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 69.5% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 96% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (13.1%) and English (10.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Broadmeadows ranks as one of the most culturally diverse locations in the nation, with 54.2% of its residents born overseas and 69.5% communicating in a language other than English at home. The predominant religion in Broadmeadows is Islam, representing 41.3% of the local population, compared to 5.6% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at parent countries of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in Broadmeadows are Other, representing 42.5% of the population (much higher than the regional average of 14.6%), Australian, representing 13.1% of the population (notably lower than the regional average of 18.4%), and English, representing 10.7% of the population (notably lower than the regional average of 20.1%).
There are also significant differences in the concentration of other backgrounds: Lebanese is highly represented at 9.7% of Broadmeadows (compared to 0.8% across the region), Samoan at 1.5% (compared to 0.3%), and Vietnamese at 1.9% (compared to 1.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Broadmeadows (Vic.) is 32, younger than 90% of areas nationally. 32.4% 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, Broadmeadows is younger than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and also below the national average of 38 years. Relative to Greater Melbourne, Broadmeadows has a higher proportion of residents aged 5 - 14 (13.8%) and a lower share of people aged 45 - 54 (10.1%). Data after the 2021 Census indicates that the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 14.4% to 16.1% of the population, whereas the 25 to 34 group has fallen from 19.3% to 18.4%. Demographic models suggest that the age structure of Broadmeadows will experience notable changes by 2041, with the 45 to 54 group showing the fastest projected growth at 87%, adding 1,196 residents to reach 2,579.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Broadmeadows (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 16 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 — 390 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (12,524 at the 2021 Census → 13,689 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 (SAL20346). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.