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Carlton (Vic.) has an estimated 24,636 residents, up from 16,055 at the 2021 Census — a change of 8,581 people, or 53.4%. Growth has averaged 4.1% a year over five years, faster than 98% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 13,919 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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Analysis of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region, combined with fresh address validations by AreaSearch since the Census, indicates the population of the suburb of Carlton (Vic.) stands at approximately 24,636 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 8,581 residents (53.4%) since the 2021 Census, which counted 16,055 individuals. This shift is calculated from the resident population of 24,636, projected by AreaSearch after reviewing the most recent ERP details published by the ABS (June 2025) along with an extra 61 validated new addresses since the Census date.
Such a population size results in a density of 13,918 persons per square kilometer, placing the location within the highest 10% of nationwide areas analyzed by AreaSearch, highlighting local land as a highly coveted asset. The 53.4% expansion of the suburb of Carlton (Vic.) since the 2021 census outpaced the state (9.3%) and the countrywide average, positioning it as a primary driver of regional growth. Demographic gains in the area were mostly fueled by international migration, which acted as almost the exclusive source of population increases in recent times. For each SA2 region, AreaSearch uses projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. In instances where SA2 regions lack this coverage, projections from the VIC State Government released in 2023 are utilized, adjusted via a weighted aggregation method of population growth from LGA to SA2 tiers. The age group growth rates derived from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the period 2032 to 2041. Future demographic projections suggest a major population rise within the highest quartile of national statistical regions, with the suburb of Carlton (Vic.) anticipated to add 7,036 residents by 2041 according to combined SA2 projections, representing an overall gain of 28.6% across the 16 years.
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188 new dwellings have been approved in Carlton (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 37 a year. That places the area in the 69th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 2 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 46 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 0% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 269, running ahead of 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 reviews of ABS building permit statistics allocated from statistical region records, Carlton has seen approximately 37 residential properties authorized annually, summing to an estimated 188 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26247 approvals have been logged. With an average of 23.7 additional residents arriving annually per built dwelling over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), the volume of supply is falling far short of demand, which typically intensifies buyer competition and exerts upward pressure on prices, while new dwellings carry an average estimated construction cost of $721,000, showing that developers are prioritizing high-end, premium properties.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $138.8 million this financial year, pointing to robust commercial building activity. Compared to Greater Melbourne, development pace in Carlton is notably quiet (86.0% below the regional per capita average). This restricted supply pipeline typically supports demand and valuations for existing properties, even though construction has picked up in recent years. This level of activity is also below national benchmarks, pointing to a mature market and potential developmental constraints. Meanwhile, all new residential construction has consisted of townhouses or apartments. This shift toward higher-density living offers affordable entry points and attracts downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. With roughly 444 individuals for each approved dwelling, Carlton presents a mature housing market. Projections for the future indicate that Carlton will gain 7,036 inhabitants by 2041 (using the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch). Should the current pace of construction persist, residential supply may fail to match population expansion, which could heighten competition among buyers and foster stronger growth in values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Carlton (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 18 current infrastructure and development projects inside Carlton (Vic.), worth an estimated $1.46 billion. A further 182 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $120.4 billion. 74 are already under construction and 72 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure updates, major developments, and urban planning policies are major drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 48 projects likely to influence the local area. Significant initiatives include the Elgin Towers Carlton Social Housing Redevelopment, Drummond House, the Australian Institute for Infectious Disease (AIID), and the Queen Victoria Market Precinct Renewal, with the detailed list highlighting the most relevant projects.
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Drummond House
13-storey fully electric residential building with 49 house-sized apartments targeting 8.7-star energy rating. Designed by Fender Katsalidis Architects with smart home technology, wellness amenities, and sustainable design features. Built by Balmain & Co with interiors by Sora Interior Architects.
Elgin Towers Carlton Social Housing Redevelopment
Redevelopment of the former Elgin Towers public housing site delivering 248 new modern, accessible and energy-efficient social housing apartments across two new buildings of 15 and 20 storeys. The project replaces 196 ageing dwellings and includes communal open space, private balconies and high sustainability standards. Demolition was completed in April 2026 and construction commenced in May 2026 under Homes Victoria's High-Rise Redevelopment Program.
Parkville Materials Handling Building (RMH Parkville) - Decommissioning and Demolition
Decommissioning, decanting, and demolition of the Royal Melbourne Hospital Materials Handling Building at Parkville to enable the Parkville Precinct Redevelopment. The Victorian Health Building Authority is delivering the works with Multiplex appointed as Managing Contractor, clearing the western side of the campus for a new hospital tower.
Errol Street Private Hospital
A 10-story private hospital and healthcare facility located in the Parkville Biomedical Precinct. The development features 223 overnight beds, 10 ICU rooms, 7 operating theatres, and 3 basement levels. The project was fast-tracked via the Victorian Government Development Facilitation Program to enhance specialized medical services including imaging and pathology near existing major public hospitals.
Australian Institute for Infectious Disease (AIID)
A $650 million state-of-the-art 15-storey research facility in the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct designed by Wardle. It will house 1,000 researchers and feature high-containment PC3 laboratories, a human infection challenge unit, robotic biobanking, and the Cumming Global Centre for Pandemic Therapeutics. The project is a collaboration between the University of Melbourne, Doherty Institute, and Burnet Institute, supported by a $400 million Victorian Government contribution to enhance Australia's sovereign pandemic response.
Queen Victoria Market Precinct Renewal
A transformative multi-stage program to modernize Australia's largest 19th-century market. The flagship southern precinct, Gurrowa Place, is a $1.7 billion mixed-use development delivered by Lendlease and Scape. It features three towers providing build-to-rent apartments, student accommodation, and affordable housing. Key elements include the 1.8-hectare Market Square public park replacing the current open-air car park, restoration of the heritage Franklin Street Stores into retail and hospitality, and a new 220-space basement car park. Heritage shed restorations and core trader facilities were largely completed by 2024, with site works for the southern towers commencing in May 2026.
Greenline Project
The Greenline Project is a transformational 4km urban renewal initiative creating a continuous promenade along the north bank of the Yarra River (Birrarung). Connecting five precincts from Birrarung Marr to Saltwater Wharf, the first major stage at Birrarung Marr is complete while planning and detailed design advance for the central riverfront sections. Delivered by the City of Melbourne in partnership with design studios ASPECT Studios and TCL, the project integrates native habitat restoration and Indigenous cultural design.
Piedimonte Supermarket Redevelopment
The Piedimonte Supermarket Redevelopment is a mixed-use project in Fitzroy North that received VCAT approval in May 2021. The plan involves the demolition of the existing 1960s supermarket to make way for a new two-level 5,473sqm supermarket, 66 apartments, townhouses, and a cafe. The project includes the restoration of heritage facades on Scotchmer and Best Streets. As of April 2026, the project is under review by the developer following Yarra City Council's September 2025 decision to reject the sale of a critical laneway required for the full scope of the approved design.
14,993 residents of Carlton (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 15,979. Unemployment sits at 6.2%, with participation at 66.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 29,454, about 120% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Carlton features a highly credentialed labor force, particularly in professional services, alongside a jobless rate of 6.2% and an estimated annual employment expansion of 4.7%, derived from AreaSearch statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, 14,993 local residents are employed, with the unemployment rate sitting 1.4% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, while labor participation is slightly lower than typical (66.9% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne). Census data shows that a substantial 41.7% of working residents operated from home, though this figure reflects the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for residents are professional & technical services, accommodation & food, and health care & social assistance. The local area displays a notable concentration in accommodation & food, which holds a share of employment 2.3 times the regional average. Conversely, construction has a minor footprint at 3.0% of the workforce compared to 9.7% across the region. With 1.0 employed persons for each resident at the time of the Census, the locality functions as an employment hub, offering a higher number of jobs than resident workers and drawing commuters from neighboring suburbs. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data from broader statistical regions indicates that during the 12 months ending March 2026, employment grew by 4.7% while the labor force expanded by 4.1%, leading to a 0.5 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.1%, labor force expansion of 2.3%, and a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide additional context for future demand in Carlton. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future patterns. Although countrywide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely across different industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to Carlton's current job profile suggests local employment could expand by 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighted projection for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Carlton (Vic.) is $1,292 a week (about $67,000 a year), with median personal income at $659 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $35,986 a year against an average of $56,216. The average runs 56% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to tax data from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the suburb of Carlton shows income levels below the national average. Taxpayers in the suburb of Carlton have a median income of $35,986 and an average income of $56,216, compared to Greater Melbourne averages of $57,688 and $75,164. Adjusting for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at approximately $39,448 (median) and $61,624 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that household, family, and individual incomes in Carlton sit between the 19th and 20th percentiles nationwide.
The statistics reveal that 26.0% of the population (6,405 individuals) are situated in the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, mirroring regional patterns where 32.8% of people fall in this same band. Affordability is highly strained, with only 75.1% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 12th percentile, while its SEIFA income score falls in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Carlton (Vic.) had 6,924 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 1% detached houses and 81% apartments. 11% are owned with a mortgage, 76% rented and 14% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $365 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,898 a month. Rent absorbs 28.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 33.9%. 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 mix in Carlton consisted of 1.3% houses and 98.7% other dwellings (townhouses, flats, and alternative options), compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across the Melbourne metro area. Home ownership in Carlton trailed the metropolitan average at 13.9%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with a mortgage (10.5%) or tenants (75.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was lower than the Melbourne metro average at $1,898, while the median weekly rental cost was $365, compared to metropolitan figures of $2,000 and $390.
On a national scale, mortgage repayments in Carlton are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rents are lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Carlton (Vic.) counted 6,924 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 10,625 today, averaging 1.8 people each. 7% are couples with children, fewer than in 98% of areas nationally, against 22% couples without children. 45% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent 36.4% of all households, consisting of 7.0% couples with children, 21.5% couples without children, and 5.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 63.6%, with single-person households representing 45.3% and group households making up 18.3% of the total. The median household size of 1.8 residents is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
59.6% of adults in Carlton (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 35.5% with a bachelor degree and 21.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 6.3% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 577 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,057 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 qualification levels in Carlton are substantially higher than broader indicators, with 59.6% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 33.4% across VIC. This educational pattern positions the area well for knowledge-based employment. Undergraduate degrees are the most common at 35.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 21.4% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational qualifications make up 13.8% of the educational profile for residents aged 15 and over, consisting of advanced diplomas (7.5%) and certificates (6.3%). Engagement in learning is highly pronounced, with 47.7% of the population enrolled in formal study.
This includes 35.0% studying at tertiary institutions, 2.5% in primary school, and 2.1% in secondary education.
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Public transport in Carlton (Vic.) reaches 53 stops on 26 routes, timetabled for about 22,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 110 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.3 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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Public transit data shows 53 active transit stops in Carlton, encompassing both light rail and buses. These stops are served by 26 distinct routes, delivering a combined total of 22,128 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 105 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the area, the majority of working residents travel outward for work. Private vehicles remain the primary transit mode at 29%, followed by walking at 24%, and train travel at 14%. Car ownership averages 0.3 vehicles per household, which is below metropolitan averages.
A significant 41.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Transit routes average 3,161 daily trips across the entire network, representing approximately 417 weekly trips for each individual stop.
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76.8% of residents in Carlton (Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 3.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 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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Based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality statistics and chronic illness rates, Carlton displays positive health measures, with the incidence of common medical conditions remaining low overall, although higher than national averages among older, high-risk groups, while private health insurance coverage is relatively low at roughly 49% of the population (~12,101 people). This compares to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions reported locally were mental health challenges and asthma, affecting 10.0 and 7.0% of the population, respectively, while 76.8% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
The working-age population exhibits good health with low rates of chronic illness. The area has 5.9% of its population aged 65 or older (1,453 people), which is lower than the 15.0% recorded across Greater Melbourne, though it ranks lower on a national scale than the general public.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
58.4% of Carlton (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 50.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 93% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (20.1%) and English (15.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Carlton ranks as one of the most culturally diverse locations nationally, with 50.8% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 58.4% born overseas. The primary religion recorded was Christianity, representing 22.6% of Carlton residents. However, the most notable religious concentration was in Buddhism, which accounts for 6.6% of the population, compared to 4.2% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding family heritage (parents' country of birth), the three largest groups in Carlton are Chinese at 20.1% of the population (considerably higher than the regional average of 6.5%), Other at 18.3%, and English at 15.8%.
There are also notable differences in other backgrounds: Vietnamese represents 2.0% of Carlton (compared to 1.9% regionally), Korean represents 0.9% (compared to 0.3%), and Spanish stands at 0.7% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Carlton (Vic.) is 23, younger than 99% of areas nationally. That is 4 years younger than at the 2021 Census. 75.2% 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 23, Carlton is much younger than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national median of 38 years. The demographic profile shows that the 15 - 24 age bracket is highly represented at 41.6%, while the 5 - 14 group is relatively small at 1.7% compared to Greater Melbourne. This concentration of 15 - 24 year-olds is far higher than the national figure of 12.7%. Data after the 2021 Census shows a demographic shift toward younger cohorts, with the median age dropping from 27 to 23 years.
Specifically, the 15 to 24 age group increased from 30.6% to 41.6% of the population, while the 35 to 44 cohort decreased from 10.8% to 8.5%, and the 45 to 54 group fell from 6.0% to 4.0%. Projections to 2041 suggest further shifts, with the 25 to 34 age bracket expected to grow by 2,948 people (36%) from 8,277 to 11,226.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Carlton (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 18 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 — 61 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (16,055 at the 2021 Census → 24,636 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 (SAL20495). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.