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Brunswick West has an estimated 16,708 residents, up from 14,746 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,962 people, or 13.3%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years, faster than 80% of areas nationally. 307 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 90.0% of that increase. That puts 5,189 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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In the suburb of Brunswick West, the population is estimated to have reached approximately 16,708 as of Aug 2026, according to AreaSearch evaluations combining regional ABS updates and post-Census address validations. This represents an addition of 1,962 residents (13.3%) compared to the 14,746 individuals recorded at the 2021 Census. The updated figure builds upon an Estimated Resident Population of 16,429 determined by AreaSearch following the ABS release in June 2025, alongside 307 new addresses validated post-Census. With 5,188 persons per square kilometer, the area's population density places it within the top 10% of locations nationwide evaluated by AreaSearch, underscoring intense local land demand.
Outpacing both the broader national rate and the Victorian figure of 9.5%, Brunswick West's 13.3% post-2021 expansion positions it as a local growth standout, with roughly 90.0% of recent population increases stemming from overseas migration. Projections for the suburb of Brunswick West utilize 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia data based on 2022 benchmarks across SA2 areas, supplemented where necessary by 2023 Victorian State Government LGA/Regional forecasts converted via weighted population growth aggregation to SA2 boundaries. These models also apply aggregated age-bracket growth trends from 2032 to 2041 across all territories. Demographically, the suburb of Brunswick West is expected to experience exceptional expansion that ranks within the top 10 percent of statistical areas across Australia, with consolidated SA2 projections pointing to an increase of 8,074 persons by 2041, translating to an overall growth rate of 46.6% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
413 new dwellings have been approved in Brunswick West over the past five years, an average of 82 a year. That places the area in the 50th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 80 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 14% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 21, 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 from the ABS compiled by AreaSearch across statistical boundaries, Brunswick West has maintained an annual average of roughly 82 residential approvals, totaling an estimated 413 approved dwellings across the 5 financial years spanning between FY-21 and FY-25, alongside 21 approvals to date during FY-25. Over this same period between FY-21 and FY-25, the addition of 2.4 residents annually per finished home underscores healthy underlying demand that underpins local property values. Newly approved dwellings carry an average construction value of $623,000, tracking moderately higher than regional benchmarks and pointing toward superior building standards.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $8.0 million during the current financial year, highlighting the area's predominantly residential focus. Residential building output in Brunswick West is significantly constrained when contrasted with Greater Melbourne, sitting 54.0% below the regional per capita benchmark. This subdued construction volume typically bolsters buyer interest and asset values across the established housing stock. New residential approvals are composed of 14.0% detached houses and 86.0% medium to high-density dwellings, a structural tilt toward compact formats that supports first-time buyers, investors, and downsizing owner-occupiers seeking accessible price tiers. This trend marks a pronounced departure from the existing dwelling stock (currently 38.0% separate houses), signaling shrinking development land pipelines alongside shifting demographic preferences toward multifaceted and cost-effective living arrangements. With roughly 650 residents per single approval, Brunswick West exhibits the hallmarks of a fully established urban market. Looking toward 2041, latest quarterly figures from AreaSearch forecast that Brunswick West will add 7,795 new inhabitants. Should building approvals persist at their existing pace, dwelling additions could fall short of demographic expansion, a dynamic likely to intensify buyer competition and reinforce capital appreciation across local real estate.
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Development applications around Brunswick West
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Brunswick West, worth an estimated $11 million. A further 125 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $22.2 billion. 31 are already under construction and 45 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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Capital investments, planning initiatives, and major works serve as major catalysts for local area growth and market dynamics. In Brunswick West, AreaSearch has cataloged 27 active projects likely to influence the immediate surrounds. Notable undertakings include the Australian Liquorice Factory Redevelopment, the Brunswick and Parkville Level Crossing Removals, the Albert Street Stockland Development, and Saxon Street by Milieu, with key initiatives outlined in the subsequent overview.
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Tram Power Substation - 320 Reynard Street
New tram power substation by Department of Transport to support tram network capacity. Community consultation completed with 84% support for the location. Classified as minor utility under Victorian Planning Scheme.
Parkside Parkville Residential Development
Mixed residential development by Frasers Property and Citta Property Group offering 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Features Park Club amenities including gymnasium, pool, and communal spaces. Located adjacent to Royal Park with city skyline views.
Australian Liquorice Factory Redevelopment
Redevelopment of the historic Australian Liquorice Factory site featuring four multi-storey mixed-use residential buildings across 10 levels offered as a Build-to-Rent-to-Own model. The campus-style development delivers over 280 apartments, approximately 2,300 sqm of office space and 1,500 sqm of retail space. The project preserves the heritage-listed brick chimney and associated firebox as the central focus of the public realm, celebrating the sites industrial heritage within Brunswicks Activity Centre.
463-465 Victoria Street Townhouse Development
Council issued a Notice of Decision to Grant a Planning Permit (MPS/2024/486) on May 28, 2025 for the construction of five dwellings (four 4-storey and one 3-storey) with a reduction in statutory car parking. Conditions include amended plans (e.g., deletion of the 4th storey for dwelling 5), privacy screening refinements, bicycle parking updates, materials and colors review, and ESD measures targeting a minimum average 7.0 star NatHERS rating.
Chain of Ponds Collaboration Moonee Ponds Creek Improvement
Improving the missing link linear corridor along the Moonee Ponds Creek between Albion Street and Moreland Road. The revitalization initiative transforms the degraded creek corridor into a naturalized waterway with enhanced shared paths, biodiversity habitats, open community space, and improved active transport connectivity. Delivered via the Chain of Ponds Collaboration led by Merri-bek City Council and Melbourne Water.
Moonee Valley Racing Club Grandstand & Clubhouse Redevelopment
A $200 million redevelopment of the Moonee Valley Racecourse. Construction commenced in late 2025. The project features a new grandstand Event Centre, re-oriented racetrack, an 83-room boutique residential hotel, rooftop bar, wellness centre, and infield activation. Demolition and civil works are currently underway, with completion anticipated for the 2027 Cox Plate.
Saxon Street by Milieu
Nine-level mixed-use development by Milieu with 78 apartments (one, two and three-bedroom), ground-floor retail space, and a communal rooftop terrace with city views. Designed by Jackson Clements Burrows Architects, interiors by DesignOffice, landscaping by OCULUS. Located on the corner of Dawson and Saxon Street in the Merri-bek Arts and Culture Precinct, adjacent to Brunswick Baths, Library, Town Hall and Balam Balam Place. All-electric operation, average 7.5-star NatHERS rating, rooftop solar PV, EV charging readiness, natural ventilation and passive design.Replaces the former Brosnan Centre. Builder is Manresa Constructions (McCorkell Brown Group). Move-in scheduled for early 2027.
Brunswick Established - 23 Hodgson Street
A limited collection of 23 sustainable heritage townhomes by Beulah, designed by Six Degrees Architects and built by Level 10. The project retains the 1920s industrial brick facade and delivers all-electric homes with recycled materials, EV charging, solar, and rainwater harvesting. Construction is underway with move-in targeted for 2026.
10,201 residents of Brunswick West are employed, from a labour force of 11,010. Unemployment sits at 7.3%, with participation at 76.3%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 12,283, about 74% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce in Brunswick West is defined by advanced education levels and a prominent professional services footprint, accompanied by an unemployment rate of 7.3% and a 3.1% annual rise in estimated jobs, based on statistical data compiled by AreaSearch. In March 2026, employed locals numbered 10,201, while joblessness exceeded the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 4.8% by 2.6 percentage points. Labor force participation remained elevated at 76.3%, well above the 70.1% recorded regionally. At the Census, 42.7% of working residents reported working remotely, a statistic influenced by prevailing Covid-19 restrictions.
Resident employment is primarily concentrated in the professional & technical, education & training, and health care & social assistance sectors. The local labor profile demonstrates a notable specialization in education & training, where representation stands at 1.5 times the regional norm. In contrast, construction captures a smaller proportion of the workforce at 5.7%, compared with the 9.7% benchmark observed across the wider region. An evaluation of Census resident workers relative to the local daytime working population indicates that this largely residential enclave generates relatively few jobs within its own borders. AreaSearch evaluations of ABS and SALM metrics indicate that over the 12-month timeframe, local jobs grew by 3.1% while the workforce expanded by 3.6%, leading to a 0.5 percentage point uptick in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Greater Melbourne experienced a 2.1% increase in employment, a 2.3% rise in the labor pool, and a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. Looking ahead, Jobs and Skills Australia projections released in Mar-26 provide indicative insight into future employment requirements. Over five and ten-year horizons, nationwide employment is projected to expand by 6.6% and 13.7% respectively, though trends vary considerably by industry. Applying these sectoral trajectories to the existing industry balance of Brunswick West yields an estimated local employment uplift of 7.0% across five years and 14.2% across ten years (note that this constitutes an illustrative weighted projection without integrating localized demographic modeling).
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Median household income in Brunswick West is $1,797 a week (about $93,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,004 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $59,485 a year against an average of $77,438. 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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Aggregated Australian Taxation Office postcode records analyzed by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate a median taxpayer income of $59,485 and an average of $77,438 in Brunswick West, both well above national figures and higher than Greater Melbourne balances of $57,688 and $75,164. Following a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, modeled estimates as of March 2026 place median earnings at roughly $65,207 and average earnings at $84,888. According to 2021 Census data, individual incomes reached the 79th percentile ($1,004 per week), whereas household earnings aligned with the 52nd percentile.
A significant 32.3% of the community (5,396 people) falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 income category, closely tracking the 32.8% regional proportion. Even though housing absorbs 17.0% of earnings, strong local wages support a disposable income level at the 52nd percentile and a SEIFA income standing within the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Brunswick West had 6,612 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 38% detached houses and 41% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 49% rented and 24% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $366 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 20.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census, the housing makeup of Brunswick West consisted of 38.0% standalone houses alongside 62.0% semi-detached, apartment, and other residential formats, contrasting with the Greater Melbourne balance of 67.9% houses and 32.1% medium-to-high density properties. Outright homeownership was lower than the metropolitan standard at 23.9%, while mortgaged properties accounted for 27.3% and rental accommodation made up 48.8% of the local stock. Median monthly mortgage obligations matched the broader Melbourne average at $2,000, whereas median weekly rents stood at $366, compared to regional medians of $2,000 for repayments and $390 for rent.
Against national figures, local mortgage repayments surpass the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rent remains below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Brunswick West counted 6,612 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,492 today, averaging 2.1 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 85% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 38% 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 local living arrangements at 52.3%, comprising couples with children at 20.5%, couples without children at 23.3%, and single parent households at 6.8%. The remaining 47.7% consists of non-family living structures, where single-person residences account for 38.2% and share houses represent 9.5%. At 2.1 people, the median household size sits below the 2.6 person average recorded across Greater Melbourne.
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52.2% of adults in Brunswick West hold a university qualification, including 31.0% with a bachelor degree and 15.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 94% of areas nationally. A further 11.8% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,455 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,144 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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Academic credentials in Brunswick West substantially outperform broader benchmarks, with 52.2% of individuals aged 15+ possessing tertiary degrees compared with 33.4% statewide in VIC and 30.4% across Australia. This educational profile establishes a strong platform for participation in knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees constitute the largest tier at 31.0%, supplemented by postgraduate qualifications at 15.8% and graduate diplomas at 5.4%. Technical and vocational training encompasses 20.9% of adults aged 15+, divided between advanced diplomas at 9.1% and certificates at 11.8%. Participation in formal learning is notably prominent across the community, with 28.4% of all residents actively engaged in studies.
This includes 10.8% pursuing tertiary courses, 6.3% attending primary school, and 4.5% enrolled in secondary education.
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Public transport in Brunswick West reaches 81 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 5,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.7 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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A review of local public transit indicates 81 active stops in Brunswick West across a network of buses and lightrail. Across 9 designated routes, the network delivers 5,036 weekly passenger journeys. Commuter connectivity is rated as excellent, with typical resident walking distances to the nearest stop measuring 119 meters. Given the predominantly suburban residential character, outward commuting prevails; private motor vehicles remain the primary transit mode at 64%, while cycling captures 7% and trains account for 6%. Household motor vehicle availability averages 0.7 per dwelling, below regional norms, and 42.7% of locals worked from home at the 2021 Census under prevailing pandemic conditions.
Transit service across the neighborhood provides an average of 719 daily scheduled trips over all lines, generating roughly 62 weekly trips for each individual stop.
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67.8% of residents in Brunswick West report no long-term health condition. 5.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.3 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 across Brunswick West generally reflect national baselines based on AreaSearch assessments of chronic illness rates and mortality, with widespread medical issues tracking at typical levels overall while presenting higher incidence among older cohorts. Notably, private health insurance coverage is extensive, held by roughly 57% of all inhabitants (~9,588 people). Asthma and mental health conditions represent the leading diagnoses in the area, experienced by 9.0% and 12.9% of the population respectively, while 67.8% of locals reported an absence of medical issues, compared with 72.6% regionally. Health patterns throughout working-age groups align with standard benchmarks.
Residents aged 65 and over comprise 11.8% of the neighborhood (1,971 people), below the 15.1% share recorded across Greater Melbourne, with senior health indicators presenting certain vulnerabilities despite ranking favorably against broader national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
31.0% of Brunswick West residents were born overseas and 28.6% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (20.2%) and Australian (17.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Brunswick West is significantly higher than across most comparable markets, with overseas-born individuals making up 31.0% of the populace and 28.6% of residents communicating in a language other than English at home. Christianity forms the largest religious affiliation, practiced by 35.6% of the local population. Meanwhile, Judaism shows a distinctive relative profile, representing 0.3% of local inhabitants against 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at parental birthplaces, the primary ancestries in Brunswick West are English at 20.2%, Australian at 17.5%, and Other at 12.2%. In addition, particular cultural heritages exhibit elevated representation compared to the wider metropolitan area, including Italian ancestry at 9.3% (against 5.2% regionally), Greek at 4.7% (compared to 2.7%), and French at 0.7% (versus 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Brunswick West is 34, younger than 82% of areas nationally. 38.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The demographic profile of Brunswick West tilts heavily toward childless young adults. Residents aged 25 - 44 represent 43.9% of the local population as at August 2026, surpassing the 32.1% share observed throughout Greater Melbourne, while the 0 - 24 youth and child cohort accounts for 24.9% compared to 30.5% regionally. As at August 2026, AreaSearch estimates the median age at 34, matching the 2021 Census baseline and sitting 3 years younger than the metropolitan figure of 37 recorded during that Census. The most noticeable demographic shift since the Census has occurred in the 25 - 44 bracket, rising from 42.3% to an estimated 43.9%.
Forecasts toward 2041 suggest that young to middle-aged adults will capture the majority of population expansion, adding 2,586 persons (35%) to reach 9,921, while the quickest relative surge is anticipated among residents aged 65+, expanding by 78% to 3,514.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Brunswick West
8 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 8 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2025 about a year ago all 5 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2025. | ||
| 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 — 307 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (14,746 at the 2021 Census → 16,708 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL20363). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.