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California Gully has an estimated 4,449 residents, down from 4,476 at the 2021 Census. That puts 1,186 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 evaluations of ABS population updates for the wider region alongside new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of California Gully has an estimated residency of 4,449 as of May 2026. This represents a contraction of 27 people (0.6%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 4,476 residents. The demographic shifts are calculated from a resident base of 4,384 estimated by AreaSearch using the ABS ERP release from June 2025 and 78 validated new addresses registered since the Census. This count places the density ratio at 1,186 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical benchmarks recorded across other areas tracked by AreaSearch.
Inward migration from other states was the main driver of local growth, accounting for approximately 46.0% of the overall population gains, with all other contributors like natural increase and overseas migration also registering positive additions. Projections developed by the ABS and Geoscience Australia, issued in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2. In instances where these SA2 datasets are missing, AreaSearch applies the 2023 regional and LGA forecasts from the VIC State Government, adjusting them through a weighted aggregation method of population growth from LGA to SA2 tiers. The age cohort growth rates from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead to coming demographic trends, a major population expansion within the top quartile of regional locations nationwide is predicted for the suburb of California Gully, which is anticipated to add 1,461 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2 projections, representing an overall increase of 31.4% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
74 new dwellings have been approved in California Gully over the past five years, an average of 14 a year. That is 3.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 17, broadly in line with 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 assessments of building approvals from the ABS mapped to local statistical levels, property development in California Gully has seen about 14 residential projects approved on an annual basis, amounting to an estimated 74 homes over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 16 approvals have been logged. As population numbers have contracted in recent years, the supply of dwellings has successfully met local demand, resulting in a balanced market environment with options for buyers, while newly constructed dwellings present an average expected construction cost of $407,000, indicating that developers are focusing on upmarket, premium projects.
Additionally, commercial building approvals worth $171,000 have been registered during the current financial year, highlighting a focus that is overwhelmingly residential. Compared against the Rest of Vic., local development rates are significantly lower, tracking at 53.0% below the regional average per capita. Such a low rate of new construction typically helps to underpin the value of and demand for existing houses. This rate is also below the national average, illustrating the mature stage of the local property market and pointing toward potential planning constraints. Furthermore, recent building approvals consist entirely of standalone homes, maintaining the suburb's low-density layout and prioritizing detached properties that appeal to buyers looking for space. With a ratio of roughly 882 people for every residential approval, the local market exhibits a very high degree of maturity. According to demographic forecasts, the local population is expected to increase by 1,396 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Should construction activity continue at its current pace, the delivery of new dwellings might fall short of population growth, which could intensify competition among buyers and foster stronger upward pressure on property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around California Gully
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 California Gully, worth an estimated $30 million. A further 50 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.47 billion. 21 are already under construction and 19 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, education & training and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major planning developments, and public works have a significant influence on regional outcomes. A total of 8 key projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to affect the local area. Among the most prominent of these are the Barrell Street Childcare Centre, California Gully Oval Upgrade, Watson Avenue Childcare Centre, and the Poplar Street Townhouse Development, with further details provided in the listings below.
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Barrell Street Childcare Centre
Single-storey childcare centre for up to 110 children across four rooms, including demolition of the existing dwelling, outdoor play areas and a minor reduction in on-site car parking. City of Greater Bendigo issued a Notice of Decision to Grant a Permit on March 17, 2025 subject to conditions.
California Gully Oval Upgrade
Upgrades proposed to facilities at California Gully Recreation Reserve (California Gully Oval) to increase community use for sport and recreation, supporting the Eaglehawk Junior Football Club and the California Gully Cricket Club. The reserve currently includes an AFL/cricket oval, cricket training nets, a pavilion with two changerooms, a kiosk, and a playspace.
Poplar Street Townhouse Development
Permit approved 32 lot subdivision with 32 townhouse dwellings on an 8,878 m2 site in the General Residential Zone. Site servicing and ground works appear completed. The parcel is currently for sale with Ray White Bendigo and Savills, seeking a developer to deliver the townhouses.
Watson Avenue Childcare Centre
Permit-approved childcare project on a 3,042 sqm site at 5-7 Watson Avenue, with endorsed plans for a 136-place early learning centre. The site previously held a Goldrush-era bakery, grocer and residence, which were demolished ahead of construction, and a mature ironbark tree at the rear of the property was removed in 2023, prompting local concerns about tree and heritage protection in Greater Bendigo. The project is being delivered by Melbourne-based Mason Developments, a boutique developer specialising in childcare centres.The site was sold in 2024, with marketing indicating an agreement for lease with a national childcare operator (20 + 10 + 10 years). Located close to Eaglehawk town centre and near Lightning Reef Primary School and California Gully Primary School, the facility is positioned to serve working families in Bendigo's north-west.
Bendigo Stadium and Bendigo Showgrounds Redevelopment
Two of the three projects in the Victorian Government's Bendigo Sports Package, delivered by Development Victoria on behalf of Sport and Recreation Victoria under the Regional Sports Infrastructure Program. Construction commenced at both venues in September 2025 and is due for completion in late 2026. At Bendigo Stadium (Red Energy Arena, 91 Inglis Street, West Bendigo), Fairbrother Pty Ltd is delivering a new two-court indoor annex with amenities and a second community entry, accessibility refurbishment of existing courts 9 and 10, an upgrade to the Sky Lounge and tournament office, a solar installation and backup generator, water reuse and energy-efficient systems, and car park and pedestrian access improvements.New 200-lux lighting across the 12 outdoor netball courts was completed and switched on in March 2026, ahead of the Central Victorian Netball Association season. At Bendigo Showgrounds (42-72 Holmes Road, North Bendigo), AW Nicholson is delivering a new multipurpose pavilion and function centre with 500-seat capacity and additional market sites, a re-levelled and resurfaced grass arena with upgraded drainage and new LED light poles relocated to the arena edge, new perimeter and security fencing, upgrades to all four entrances including a new pedestrian entry and ticket box at Gate 1, new asphalt trafficable surfacing for parking and stall areas, and additional seating, lighting and landscaping. The showgrounds component is funded at approximately 19.1 million dollars and remains open to the public throughout construction. Design was led by City Collective with Bendigo-based RMG Civil & Structural Engineers and Trident Building Surveyors. Both venues were originally slated to host 2026 Commonwealth Games events before the Victorian Games program was cancelled in July 2023. Delivery partners include the City of Greater Bendigo, Bendigo Stadium Limited and the Bendigo Agricultural Show Society.
Virginia Hill, Bendigo
Part of the Victorian Government's Big Housing Build, this project in the Virginia Hill neighbourhood of Eaglehawk, Bendigo, will deliver 129 modern, accessible and energy-efficient social housing and affordable rental homes in a mix of 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom options, replacing 64 ageing public housing dwellings. At least 5% of homes are fully accessible for people with disabilities. All homes achieve a minimum 7-star NatHERS rating and Silver standard Liveable Housing Australia guidelines. Site clearing and early works commenced November 2025 and are scheduled to run through to August 2026, with main construction starting mid-2026 and full completion expected in 2028.
Water and Sewer Network Program
A major program to renew and upgrade critical water and sewer infrastructure across the Coliban Water region. Key 2026 activities include routine water mains cleaning via air scouring in Maiden Gully and Bendigo Central, and significant upgrades to the Cohuna Water Treatment Plant. The program also encompasses the Coliban Rural Water Efficiency Project, a $160 million initiative to modernize gold rush-era open channels with piped networks to reduce water loss by up to 79%. The Maiden Gully to Marong pipeline, a 17km critical link, is a centerpiece of this 'Big Water Build' to support regional population growth.
Eden Academy Eaglehawk Childcare Centre
A childcare project pre-leased to Eden Academy.
1,751 residents of California Gully are employed, from a labour force of 1,882. Unemployment sits at 7.0%, with participation at 51.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,572, about 80% 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 is characterized by an even mix of white-collar and blue-collar occupations, with a solid representation of essential service industries, and an unemployment rate standing at 7.0% based on AreaSearch statistical aggregations. By March 2026, 1,751 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 3.3% higher than the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%, suggesting potential for labor market improvement. Furthermore, workforce participation is notably low at 51.8%, compared to Regional Vic.'s 61.1%. Data from the Census indicates that only 8.8% of employed locals worked from home, though this figure must be considered alongside the potential impacts of COVID-19 lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and construction. The local area demonstrates a clear concentration in health care & social assistance, employing a share of the workforce that is 1.3 times the regional average. On the other hand, agriculture, forestry & fishing is minimally represented at 1.6% compared to the regional average of 7.5%. The suburb's residential nature appears to limit local job opportunities, as shown by comparing the count of residents in work against those employed within the immediate area during the Census. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data for the 12 months ending March 2026 shows that the local labor force contracted by 1.9% while employment dropped by 1.1%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 0.8 percentage points. For comparison, Regional Vic. recorded a 0.1% dip in employment and a 0.3% contraction in the labor force, with its unemployment rate falling by 0.2 percentage points. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide a broader context for future employment demand locally. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to local workforce structures to estimate future employment trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Applying these sectoral projections to the local workforce mix suggests that employment will rise by 6.2% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that excludes local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in California Gully is $1,054 a week (about $55,000 a year), with median personal income at $588 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $42,105 a year against an average of $46,846. 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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Postcode data from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year indicates that residents have a median taxpayer income of $42,105 and an average of $46,846. These figures sit below the national average and are lower than the Regional Vic. median of $50,954 and average of $62,728. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current values are estimated to be approximately $46,156 (median) and $51,353 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes are positioned between the 5th and 10th percentiles nationally.
The largest income cohort comprises 30.0% of the local population (1,334 people) earning within the $800 - 1,499 bracket, contrasting with regional trends where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is largest at 30.3%. Financial pressure from housing is high, with only 83.0% of household income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 6th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
California Gully had 1,771 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 1% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $251 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,200 a month. Rent absorbs 23.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the last Census, the housing mix consisted of 95.4% separate houses and 4.6% other options, such as townhouses, units, and alternative dwellings, compared to Regional Vic.'s breakdown of 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings. Home ownership rates lagged the regional average, with 31.9% of homes owned outright, while the remaining properties were mortgaged (33.5%) or rented (34.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,200, which is lower than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430. The median weekly rent was recorded at $251, compared to the Regional Vic.
median of $285. On a national scale, mortgage repayments are significantly below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are much lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
California Gully counted 1,771 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 19% are couples with children, fewer than in 88% of areas nationally, against 22% couples without children. 34% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 62.8%, which includes 19.4% couples with children, 22.4% couples without children, and 18.9% single parent households. The remaining 37.2% are non-family households, with lone person households representing 34.4% and group living situations comprising 2.8% of the total. The median size of a household is 2.3 individuals, slightly below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.6% of adults in California Gully hold a university qualification, including 8.6% with a bachelor degree and 2.0% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 86% of areas nationally. A further 30.7% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 170 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 915 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment levels present some challenges, with the proportion of residents holding a university qualification (12.6%) sitting significantly below the VIC average of 33.4%. This highlights key areas for educational development. Among tertiary degrees, Bachelor degrees are most common at 8.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (2.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.0%). Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 38.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.2%) and certificate level courses (30.7%). A significant portion of the population is engaged in study, with 30.1% of residents currently enrolled in an educational program.
This student body includes 11.5% in primary school, 8.9% in high school, and 2.5% undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in California Gully reaches 24 stops on 4 routes, timetabled for about 750 services a week. The typical home sits about 300 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of public transport networks shows 24 active stops within the suburb of California Gully. These stops are served by 4 different routes, supporting a total of 745 weekly passenger journeys. Transport links are rated as good, with residents living an average of 296 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most workers commute to outer areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel for 95% of commuters. Car ownership stands at an average of 1.3 per household, which is below the regional average.
A small portion of the workforce, 8.8%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic guidelines. Public transport services run at an average frequency of 106 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 31 weekly services for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
56.2% of residents in California Gully report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 96% of areas nationally. 11.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 45.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 8.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators highlight significant challenges throughout the area, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality data and the prevalence of long-term health issues, which impact both younger and older demographic segments. Private health insurance coverage is notably low, with only about 45% of the population (~2,022 people) holding cover. This rate is lower than the Regional Vic. figure of 50.5% and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most prevalent diagnoses, affecting 12.6% and 11.7% of the community, respectively. A total of 56.2% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, which is lower than the Regional Vic.
average of 63.4%. The working-age cohort experiences elevated rates of chronic illnesses. Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.7% of the population (876 people), which is lower than the Regional Vic. average of 23.9%. Health outcomes for seniors show some challenges, with national percentiles aligning closely with those of the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
California Gully is largely Australian-born, at 90.1% of residents, with 8.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.6%) and Australian (31.5%). 3.1% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity metrics are below average, with citizens making up 87.6% of the population, 90.1% of residents born in Australia, and 91.9% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 43.8% of the population. The most notable religious overrepresentation relative to the wider region is Buddhism, which is practiced by 1.9% of the population compared to 1.0% across Regional Vic. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three largest groups are English at 31.6%, Australian at 31.5%, and Irish at 9.2%. Notable variations also exist among other ethnic backgrounds: Australian Aboriginal ancestry is represented at 3.1% (compared to 1.4% regionally), German ancestry stands at 3.7% (compared to 3.5%), and Scottish ancestry is recorded at 8.0% (compared to 8.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of California Gully is 38. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 28.5% 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 median age in the suburb of California Gully is 38, which is lower than the Regional Vic. median of 43 but matches the national average of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented at 14.8% compared to Regional Vic., whereas the 65 - 74 age group is smaller at 9.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the cohort aged 25 to 34 expanded from 13.0% to 14.8% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort rose from 11.4% to 13.0%. In contrast, the 65 to 74 group fell from 10.9% to 9.0%, while the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 13.5% to 12.0%.
Future models suggest the age structure will change notably by 2041, led by a 68% increase (adding 450 people) in the 25 to 34 cohort, growing from 658 to 1,109. The 65 to 74 cohort is projected to experience more conservative growth of 9%, adding 37 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for California Gully
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 | Jul 2026 last 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 Jul 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 — 78 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,476 at the 2021 Census → 4,449 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 (SAL20444). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.