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Brookfield (Vic.) has an estimated 11,621 residents, up from 10,782 at the 2021 Census — a change of 839 people, or 7.8%. Growth has averaged 1.6% a year over five years. 301 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 51.0% of that increase. That puts 1,129 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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Following assessment of ABS population revisions for the surrounding region alongside new addresses verified by AreaSearch subsequent to the Census, the population of the suburb of Brookfield (Vic.) is calculated to be approximately 11,621 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 839 individuals (7.8%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 10,782 individuals. The adjustment is deduced from the resident population of 11,615, calculated by AreaSearch after analyzing the June 2025 ABS ERP figures and factoring in 301 verified new addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density ratio of 1,129 persons per square kilometer, matching averages typically recorded across areas evaluated by AreaSearch.
Throughout the past decade, the suburb of Brookfield (Vic.) has shown steady development trends with a 2.6% compound annual growth rate, exceeding Greater Melbourne. Population expansion in the locality was chiefly fueled by natural growth, which accounted for roughly 51.0% of overall population increases in recent times. AreaSearch is implementing ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this data, AreaSearch utilizes the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, modified through a process of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 tiers. Growth rates by age brackets from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on the anticipated demographic adjustments, outstanding growth, placing in the top 10 percent of statistical areas evaluated by AreaSearch, is forecast over the timeframe, with the area projected to expand by 4,916 persons to 2041 using aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a rise of 42.2% in total over the 16 years.
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312 new dwellings have been approved in Brookfield (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 62 a year. That places the area in the 78th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 56 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 89% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 34, 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, Brookfield has recorded approximately 62 new residences approved annually, amounting to an estimated 312 residences over the past 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 32 approvals have been documented. With an average of 2.8 new residents annually for each dwelling over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demonstrating solid demand that reinforces property values, new residences are being constructed at an average value of $366,000. In comparison to Greater Melbourne, Brookfield has substantially lower development volume (77.0% below the regional per capita average).
This limited supply of new dwellings generally bolsters demand and valuations for existing real estate. New construction comprises 89.0% detached houses and 11.0% semi-detached or attached dwellings, preserving the local traditional suburban aesthetic with an emphasis on family residences targeting buyers seeking space. The area has approximately 209 people per dwelling approval, showing a growing market. Moving forward, Brookfield is projected to expand by 4,910 residents through to 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly projection). If ongoing construction velocities persist, residential supply might fall short of population gains, potentially intensifying competition among buyers and encouraging more robust price growth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Brookfield (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Brookfield (Vic.), worth an estimated $2.04 billion. A further 63 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $26.5 billion. 33 are already under construction and 20 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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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Few elements impact local real estate performance as much as adjustments to local infrastructure, major developments and planning policies. A total of 18 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are expected to have an influence on the area. Key developments include Scenic Botanica Estate, Maplewood Estate, Toolern Precinct Structure Plan Refresh (Amendment C232melt), and Melton Line Upgrade and Level Crossing Removals, with the following list outlining those expected to be of greatest significance.
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Toolern Precinct Structure Plan Refresh (Amendment C232melt)
A refresh of the Toolern Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) and Development Contributions Plan (DCP) covering approximately 2,400 hectares in Melbourne's western growth corridor at Melton. The original PSP was first gazetted in 2010 and is intended to deliver a major new community planned for around 55,000 residents and 30,000 jobs, anchored by the Cobblebank Metropolitan Activity Centre. Amendment C232melt updates the framework to address infrastructure funding gaps, adjusts development contribution rates, and refreshes planning provisions.At the Ordinary Meeting on 23 June 2025, Melton City Council resolved to adopt the amendment and submit it to the Minister for Planning. As of early 2026, the amendment remains with the Minister for final approval.
Scenic Botanica Estate
Scenic Botanica is a master-planned residential community of over 800 families in Brookfield, featuring generously sized lots from 400-800 sqm, water-sensitive urban design, landscaped parks, ovals, walking and cycling tracks, a natural gorge system with reservoir views, a new primary school, and future neighbourhood activity centre with shops. The estate emphasizes connection to nature, wellbeing, and sustainable community living on Melbourne's western fringe.
Melton Line Upgrade and Level Crossing Removals
A major Victorian Government rail program that combines the removal of four level crossings in Melton and Truganina (Coburns Road, Exford Road, Ferris Road and Hopkins Road) with a wider upgrade of the Melton Line. New rail bridges will carry trains over Coburns and Exford roads, while new road bridges will be built over the rail line at Ferris Road and Hopkins Road, with shared walking and cycling paths. A new elevated Melton Station with four platforms will be built to suit longer 9-car VLocity trains and accommodate Ballarat services, with an accessible pedestrian link, lifts, a relocated bus interchange, pick-up and drop-off zones, an air-conditioned waiting room and staffed ticket office.A new train stabling yard is also being built at Cobblebank near Abey Road, around 700 metres east of the new Melton Station, to house the new fleet and be future-proofed for electrification. Once complete, the upgrade is expected to lift peak passenger capacity on the line by about 50 per cent and remove boom gates from the section, easing congestion for around 73,000 vehicles a day. All four level crossings are due to be gone and the new Melton Station open in 2026, two years ahead of the original schedule, with longer 9-car VLocity trains running on the line from 2027.
Maplewood Estate
Maplewood Estate is a master-planned residential community in Melton South, Victoria, featuring 706 land allotments with wetlands, parks, and open spaces. Developed by Golden Group, it offers urban convenience and family living, located minutes from public transport, schools, colleges, and amenities, approximately 35km from Melbourne CBD.
Fieldstone Way Reserve Upgrade
Minor park revitalisation including a multi-play structure designed to offer diverse and engaging activities for children. The addition of an accessible basket swing will cater to all abilities, ensuring inclusivity, while the rocker and see-saw swing will provide motion play experiences. A new picnic setting will be incorporated into the shelter area. The landscaping around the playground will be upgraded with new plantings and shaded areas to create a more inviting and pleasing environment.
Hopkins Road Level Crossing Removal - Truganina
Removal of the dangerous level crossing at Hopkins Road through the construction of a new road bridge over the rail line. The project features a dedicated shared use path for pedestrians and cyclists, vibrant purple bridge facades inspired by local wildflowers, and extensive native landscaping. As of May 2026, final bridge works and asphalting are completing, with the bridge scheduled to open to traffic on May 18, 2026, followed by the permanent removal of boom gates by late May.
Orchard Green Estate
Masterplanned house and land estate spanning approximately 41.22 hectares in Melton South, offering vacant residential allotments ranging from around 212sqm to 544sqm across multiple staged releases. Stage 16A is currently selling with lots from 213sqm to 449sqm. Earlier stages have been titled and constructed, with the estate located near Melton Train Station, Opalia Shopping Centre and several schools including Al Iman College and Staughton College. Marketed by Jason Real Estate.
Botanica Springs Estate
Completed master-planned residential estate in Brookfield with family homes, community facilities and parklands, anchored by the Botanica Springs Leisure Centre. The community is managed by an Owners Corporation with ongoing council-managed open space and facilities.
5,231 residents of Brookfield (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 5,762. Unemployment sits at 9.2%, with participation at 66.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 9,082, about 78% 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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Brookfield possesses a capable labor force, with the construction sector showing notable strength in representation, an unemployment rate of 9.2%, and stable employment trends over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 5,231 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 4.4% higher than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%, highlighting capacity for progress, and workforce participation is slightly below average (66.6% compared to Greater Melbourne's 70.2%). According to Census details, a moderate 16.9% of residents worked from home, although Covid-19 lockdown restrictions should be kept in mind.
Primary employment sectors for residents consist of health care & social assistance, transport, postal & warehousing, and construction. The area displays a particularly strong concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with an employment percentage 2.4 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles employ only 3.9% of the local workforce, trailing Greater Melbourne's 10.1%. The locality appears to provide restricted employment options within the immediate area, as shown by the ratio of Census working population compared to resident population. Based on AreaSearch evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, aggregated from broader statistical zones, for the year ending March 2026, employment figures grew by 0.2% and the labor force grew by 1.1%, leading to an increase of 0.8 percentage points in the unemployment rate. This compares to Greater Melbourne, where employment rose by 2.1%, the labor force grew by 2.3%, and unemployment increased by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25 can provide additional perspective on potential future demand in Brookfield. These projections, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been compared with the local employment profile to estimate growth dynamics. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely across industry sectors. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to Brookfield's employment distribution indicates local employment should rise by 6.1% over five years and 12.7% over ten years (note this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Brookfield (Vic.) is $1,642 a week (about $85,000 a year), with median personal income at $706 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,481 a year against an average of $54,725. 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 Brookfield's income level is lower than average on a national basis according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The suburb of Brookfield's median income among taxpayers is $48,481 and the average income stands at $54,725, which compares to figures for Greater Melbourne's of $57,688 and $75,164 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $53,145 (median) and $59,990 (average) as of March 2026. Census 2021 income data shows household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Brookfield, between the 29th and 44th percentiles.
Distribution data shows the largest segment comprises 37.7% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (4,381 residents), consistent with broader trends across the metropolitan region showing 32.8% in the same category. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.9% of income remaining, ranking at the 43rd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Brookfield (Vic.) had 3,317 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 90% detached houses and 0% apartments. 46% are owned with a mortgage, 30% rented and 24% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,663 a month. Rent absorbs 21.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.4%. 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 Brookfield, as measured at the most recent Census, consisted of 89.7% detached houses and 10.3% other home types (semi-detached, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to Melbourne metro's 67.9% houses and 32.1% other home types. Concurrently, the rate of home ownership in Brookfield lagged behind Melbourne metro at 24.1%, with the remaining residences being paid off via mortgages (45.8%) or occupied by renters (30.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly lower than the Melbourne metro average at $1,663, while the median weekly rent rate was recorded at $350, compared to Melbourne metro's $2,000 and $390.
Across the nation, Brookfield's mortgage payments are substantially lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rent rates are below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Brookfield (Vic.) counted 3,317 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,575 today, averaging 3.1 people each. 44% are couples with children, more than in 87% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 18% 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 79.9% of all homes, consisting of 43.7% couples with children, 20.9% couples without children, and 14.3% single parent households. Non-family households constitute the remaining 20.1%, with single-person households at 18.1% and group shared homes representing 1.8% of the total. The median household size of 3.1 individuals is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
19.5% of adults in Brookfield (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 13.2% with a bachelor degree and 4.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 25.5% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,415 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,015 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 region encounters educational difficulties, with university attainment rates (19.5% ) significantly below the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This presents both a challenge and an opening for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.2%, followed by postgraduate credentials (4.4%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational and technical expertise is prominent, with 37.0% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications – advanced diplomas (11.5%) and certificates (25.5%). Academic participation is exceptionally strong, with 34.6% of residents currently registered in formal study. This comprises 14.2% in primary schools, 8.8% in secondary schools, and 3.7% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
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Public transport in Brookfield (Vic.) reaches 24 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 1,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 490 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport data shows 24 active transport stops operating in Brookfield, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 7 distinct routes, which together accommodate 1,094 weekly passenger journeys. Transport accessibility is classified as moderate, with residents generally situated 488 meters from the closest transport point. As a mainly residential area, the majority of residents commute to other districts - private vehicle remains the primary method at 92%, with 6% utilizing train services. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per home, which is higher than the regional average. Some 16.9% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 circumstances).
Service frequency averages 156 trips per day across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 45 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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Transport Stops Detail
72.5% of residents in Brookfield (Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 6.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 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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Brookfield encounters notable health issues, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality indices and chronic condition prevalence, with generic health issues relatively common across the spectrum, though to a much higher degree in older demographics, and the proportion of residents with private health insurance is very low at roughly 49% of the total population (~5,640 people). This compares to 56.7% throughout Greater Melbourne. The national average stands at 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues in the area were recorded as asthma and mental health concerns, affecting 8.0 and 7.9% of residents, respectively, while 72.5% indicated they had no chronic medical conditions compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
The demographic under the age of 65 exhibits health outcomes that are better than average. The area has 12.9% of residents aged 65 and over (1,499 people), which is lower than the 15.0% in Greater Melbourne. Health statistics for seniors present some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the population as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
35.8% of Brookfield (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 36.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 80% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (20.3%) and English (19.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Brookfield registers high marks for cultural diversity, with 35.8% of its population born in another country and 36.7% communicating in a language other than English at home. The predominant religion in Brookfield was recorded as Christianity, representing 50.5% of people in Brookfield. However, the most notable overrepresentation was in Other, which makes up 7.0% of the population, compared to 2.3% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at ancestral backgrounds (parents' country of birth), the top three groups represented in Brookfield are Other, representing 21.2% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional average of 14.6%, Australian, representing 20.3% of the population, and English, representing 19.4% of the population.
Furthermore, there are significant variances in the representation of specific other ethnic communities: Maltese is notably overrepresented at 3.6% of Brookfield (vs 1.1% across the region), Samoan at 2.1% (vs 0.3%) and Serbian at 0.7% (vs 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Brookfield (Vic.) is 32, younger than 90% of areas nationally. 26.1% 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, Brookfield's demographic is notably younger than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and also significantly below the 38-year national average. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Brookfield has a larger proportion of residents aged 5 - 14 (17.3%) but fewer individuals aged 25 - 34 (13.4%). The concentration of those aged 5 - 14 is well above the national figure of 12.0%. Data since the 2021 Census reveals the 75 to 84 age category has increased from 3.1% to 4.9% of the population. Conversely, the 25 to 34 group has decreased from 15.2% to 13.4%.
Demographic models indicate Brookfield's age composition will change notably by 2041. The 45 to 54 cohort shows the most rapid projected growth at 61%, adding 777 residents to reach 2,044.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Brookfield (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 4 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 — 301 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (10,782 at the 2021 Census → 11,621 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 (SAL20351). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.