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Casterton has an estimated 1,574 residents, down from 1,673 at the 2021 Census — a change of 99 people, or 5.9%. The population has thinned by an average 1.1% a year over five years, slower than 99% of areas nationally. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. 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 AreaSearch's evaluation of broader regional ABS population revisions alongside 4 validated new addresses recorded following the Census, the suburb of Casterton has an estimated population of approximately 1,574 as of Aug 2026. This figure marks a reduction of 99 people (5.9%) relative to the 1,673 people documented in the 2021 Census. This adjustment stems from an Estimated Resident Population of 1,574 derived after reviewing the ABS June 2025 ERP release together with post-Census address additions. With a population density of 6.9 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers generous personal space.
Inbound overseas migration served as the primary demographic driver, representing virtually the exclusive contributor to recent local population additions. Projections compiled by ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions (issued in 2024 using 2022 as a baseline) underpin AreaSearch's demographic modeling. Where SA2 coverage is unavailable, 2023 VIC State Government Regional and LGA projections are incorporated via a population-weighted growth aggregation process scaling from LGA to SA2 divisions. Age-specific growth distributions from these aggregated models are likewise applied across 2032 to 2041. Based on these projected demographic trajectories, the suburb of Casterton is anticipated to register an expansion slightly under the national regional median, adding 157 persons by 2041 under consolidated SA2 figures to achieve an overall 10.0% gain over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
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Residential building approvals in Casterton remain extremely restrained, tracking at an average below 1 approvals annually, totaling 3 dwellings across the five-year period. Such minimal building activity aligns with the rural setting, wherein construction is generally prompted by immediate local dwelling requirements rather than broader market demand. Because overall volumes are minimal, annual growth rates and comparative percentages can fluctuate significantly due to single building projects. Building activity in Casterton is notably subdued compared with Rest of Vic., while overall construction volume tracks below national benchmarks. Recent residential development has centered entirely on detached dwellings, emphasizing family homes aligned with rural lifestyle preferences and acreage.
A ratio of 1588 people per residential building approval underscores the subdued, low-volume development conditions across the locality.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Casterton
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 74 current infrastructure and development projects close to Casterton, worth an estimated $6.69 billion. 17 are already under construction and 36 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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Major infrastructure developments and planning initiatives play a crucial role in shaping local community progression. AreaSearch has identified no major projects likely to directly impact the immediate area. Key initiatives across the broader regional framework include Limestone Coast Energy Park, Melbourne To Adelaide Freight Rail Improvements, Victorian Renewable Energy Zones, and Regional Housing Fund.
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Hamilton CBD Streetscape Revitalisation
The Hamilton CBD Streetscape Revitalisation is a multi-stage project designed to transform the town centre into a pedestrian-friendly community hub. The initiative involves replacing aging London Plane trees with more suitable species, installing stone paving, new street furniture, and energy-efficient lighting. The project is structured into three packages, with Package 1 focusing on Gray Street between Thompson and Brown Streets, including the central plaza. As of mid-2026, the project is progressing through detailed design and infrastructure planning following extensive community consultation to address greenery and civil engineering requirements.
Hamilton CBD Streetscape Revitalisation
The Hamilton CBD Streetscape Revitalisation Project is the primary implementation project of the Hamilton Structure Plan, redesigning the CBD streetscape between Kennedy and Cox Streets, and French and Lonsdale Streets. Delivered in three staged work packages, the project aims to improve public spaces, introduce public art, signage, parking, contemporary trees and landscaping. Landscape consultants Group GSA Pty Ltd were appointed in March 2024. Following community feedback on first-round concept designs released in early 2025, revised concept plans incorporating more cultural and heritage elements, sheltered seating, vertical greening and new paving were released for public consultation in May 2026.A community drop-in session is scheduled for 19 May 2026, with feedback closing 22 May 2026. The project aligns with the new Hamilton Gallery and Hamilton Hub community facility projects.
Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program - Southern Grampians (Hamilton)
Australian Government funded program delivered by Southern Grampians Shire Council to upgrade local roads, footpaths and community infrastructure across Hamilton and surrounding townships. Works were funded through LRCI Phases 1-4 and included road resurfacing, drainage and culvert works, LED streetlighting upgrades, footpath repairs and accessibility improvements at community facilities. Phase 4 projects were required to be physically completed by 30 June 2025, with the overall program winding down by 30 June 2026. Successor federal funding for similar works is now provided via the Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program and increased Roads to Recovery allocations.
Hamilton Showgrounds Infrastructure Upgrade
Construction of a permanent 45m x 55m x 6.6m multipurpose pavilion at Hamilton Showgrounds, replacing costly temporary marquee hire and securing the long-term viability of Sheepvention Rural Expo and other community events. Southern Grampians Shire Council approved an $800,000 loan to the Hamilton Pastoral and Agricultural Society, which contributed a further $249,000, bringing total project cost to $1,049,000. The shed is sited on Council-managed land on the Shakespeare Street side of the showgrounds, between the Hamilton Lions and Western District Umpires Association buildings, and is consistent with the Hamilton Showgrounds Masterplan adopted in March 2024.
Hamilton Community and Government Hub
A $34 million transformative multipurpose precinct featuring a two-storey modern library, a Digital Hub with co-working spaces, and integrated government service offices. The project includes a central Civic Square designed to connect the CBD with the New Hamilton Gallery and performing arts spaces. Key features include maternal and child health services and aged care offices, with construction underway following demolition works.
New Hamilton Gallery
A major redevelopment of Hamilton Gallery designed by Angelo Candalepas and Associates. The project will demolish the existing gallery and library buildings on the Brown Street site to deliver a new nationally significant regional gallery raised above a community garden, with expanded exhibition spaces, museum-standard environmental controls, and proper storage for the collection of more than 9,000 works. Concept designs were endorsed by Council in July 2025, and a 3.35 million dollar detailed design contract was awarded to Angelo Candalepas and Associates in September 2025.Detailed designs are anticipated to be completed in March 2026. The new gallery forms part of a wider Hamilton CBD revitalisation precinct that includes the Hamilton Community Hub (incorporating the Greater Hamilton Library, Digital Hub and Council offices), a new town square, and a CBD streetscape upgrade. Council has capped its construction contribution at 10 million dollars, with additional funding to be sought from state and federal governments and philanthropic partners.
Lakes Edge Residential Development
Lakes Edge is a master-planned community on 22 hectares of land adjacent to Lake Hamilton. The development is designed to address regional housing shortages by delivering over 350 new homes with diverse lot sizes. Key features include a 120+ placement childcare centre to be delivered in Stage 1, one hectare of public open space with BBQ and play facilities, and improved pedestrian connectivity.
Blue Lake Sports Park Master Plan Implementation
City of Mount Gambier is implementing the endorsed Blue Lake Sports Park Master Plan (July 2023) for the existing 32-hectare multi-purpose sporting precinct at 200 Jubilee Highway East. The plan, developed with Outerspace Landscape Architects and InsideEDGE Sport and Leisure Planning, guides staged improvements to football, netball, tennis, hockey, cricket, baseball, cycling velodrome and open playing fields. Key priorities include upgrading substandard football pitches and tennis courts, improving community access, replacing poor-condition amenities, adding change facilities and spectator shelter, and enhancing connectivity and environmental sustainability across the site.
613 residents of Casterton are employed, from a labour force of 627. Unemployment sits at 2.2%, with participation at 44.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,318, about 84% 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 labour market in Casterton maintains an even distribution between blue-collar and white-collar roles, supported by solid representation across core community services and an unemployment rate sitting at 2.2% according to AreaSearch statistical modeling. As of March 2026613 residents are employed, while the jobless rate sits 1.5% under the 3.7% benchmark observed across Regional Vic., alongside a lower labour force participation rate of 44.0% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic.. According to Census returns, 7.7% of working residents performed their duties from home, an outcome potentially shaped by Covid-19 restrictions.
Major employers of local residents encompass health care & social assistance, agriculture, forestry & fishing, and retail trade. The workforce displays an exceptional concentration in agriculture, forestry & fishing, tracking at 2.4 times the regional standard. Conversely, manufacturing constitutes an under-represented segment, employing 3.3% of local workers versus 7.7% in Regional Vic.. A comparison of Census workplace counts against resident numbers indicates constrained local job opportunities within the immediate area. According to AreaSearch evaluation of broader SALM and ABS statistics over the twelve months to March 2026, the local workforce contracted by 7.8% and total employment dropped by 7.5%, shifting the unemployment rate downward by 0.3 percentage points. Over the equivalent timeframe, Regional Vic. saw employment fall by 0.1%, labour supply shrink by 0.3%, and the jobless rate decline by 0.2 percentage points. Longer-term employment expectations from Jobs and Skills Australia's Mar-26 national releases provide perspective on potential workforce trajectory. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years across varying industry segments. When weighted against Casterton's industry employment structure, these forecasts point to an estimated local jobs expansion of 6.1% over five years and 13.1% over ten years (representing an unadjusted industry mix weighting that omits local demographic shifts).
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Median household income in Casterton is $881 a week (about $46,000 a year), with median personal income at $523 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $37,438 a year against an average of $46,769. 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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Based on AreaSearch's analysis of postcode-level ATO records for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Casterton reported a median personal income of $37,438 and an average of $46,769. These figures sit below nationwide standards and trail the Regional Vic. median of $50,954 and average of $62,728. Factoring in a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, estimated earnings as of March 2026 stand near $41,040 for the median and $51,268 for the average. In the 2021 Census, local personal, family, and household earnings placed between the 1st and 5th percentiles across Australia.
The $400 - 799 weekly income bracket forms the largest individual group, accounting for 34.0% of residents (535 people), whereas the surrounding region is led by the $1,500 - 2,999 band at 30.3%. Tight economic circumstances are evident, with 44.7% of households managing on weekly incomes under $800. Although housing expenses absorb a small share with 92.9% of income retained after shelter costs, overall disposable income ranks in the 4th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Casterton had 760 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 94% detached houses and 5% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 16% rented and 61% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $160 a week and the median mortgage repayment $700 a month. Rent absorbs 18.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 18.3%. 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 latest Census, the housing profile in Casterton was made up of 94.3% separate houses and 5.6% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings across Regional Vic.. Full home ownership was considerably higher than the regional benchmark, reaching 61.2%, with remaining tenures split between mortgaged properties at 22.7% and rentals at 16.1%. The median monthly mortgage payment stood at $700, and weekly median rent was $160, both substantially lower than the respective Regional Vic. figures of $1,430 and $285.
In a national context, local mortgage servicing costs track well beneath the Australian average of $1,863, with rental costs also well below the $375 national benchmark.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Casterton counted 760 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 1.9 people each. 14% are couples with children, fewer than in 95% of areas nationally, against 33% couples without children. 42% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute 55.4% of all local households, divided into 32.6% couple households without children, 14.1% couples with children, and 7.2% one-parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 44.6%, dominated by single-person dwellings at 41.7% and group arrangements at 2.6%. The typical household size sits at a median of 1.9 people, below the 2.4 average recorded across Regional Vic..
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.5% of adults in Casterton hold a university qualification, including 9.7% with a bachelor degree and 2.1% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 90% of areas nationally. A further 26.8% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 253 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 964 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 show a lower incidence of higher education qualifications, with 13.5% of residents possessing a university degree compared to 33.4% across VIC. Bachelor degrees represent the largest proportion of tertiary qualifications at 9.7%, with postgraduate credentials at 2.1% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Vocational education and technical training are widely held, with 35.6% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, including 26.8% holding certificates and 8.8% with advanced diplomas. Overall, 19.5% of residents are enrolled in formal education. This proportion comprises 7.6% attending secondary school, 6.6% in primary schooling, and 1.7% undertaking tertiary studies.
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Getting around Casterton means driving: households keep an average of 1.5 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit infrastructure within Casterton includes 4 active passenger transport stops. These facilities are served across 2 dedicated routes that offer a total of 12 weekly passenger trips. Overall transport access is moderate, with residents residing an average distance of 560 meters from their closest boarding point. As an outward-commuting residential area, private vehicles represent the main transport method at 87%, alongside 10% commuting on foot. Private motor vehicle access averages 1.5 per dwelling. A smaller proportion of 7.7% of workers worked from home according to 2021 Census records, potentially reflecting COVID-19 settings.
Transit service schedules provide an average of 1 trips daily across the route network, translating to approximately 3 weekly trips per active stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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56.6% of residents in Casterton report no long-term health condition. 11.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 45.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.1 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 evaluated by AreaSearch, encompassing mortality statistics and the incidence of chronic illness, highlight elevated health needs in Casterton, particularly within mature demographics. Private health insurance coverage is notably restricted, encompassing approximately 45% of residents (~715 people), compared against 50.5% in Regional Vic. and 55.7% nationally. Arthritis and asthma constitute the most frequently reported ongoing medical conditions locally, affecting 14.1 and 7.7% of the population respectively, while 56.6% reported no long-term medical conditions, compared with 63.4% across Regional Vic.. Residents of working age demonstrate an above-average prevalence of chronic conditions.
Persons aged 65 and over account for 43.5% of the community (684 people), substantially higher than the 24.0% regional proportion, with elderly health outcomes presenting challenges despite comparing favorably against national senior benchmarks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Casterton is largely Australian-born, at 89.5% of residents, with 4.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.4%) and Australian (33.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Casterton remains modest, with Australian citizens making up 90.3% of residents, 89.5% born in Australia, and 95.9% speaking only English in domestic settings. Christianity is the predominant faith, representing 54.2% of the local population, compared to 47.3% across Regional Vic.. Regarding reported parental ancestry, the most prevalent heritages in Casterton are English at 34.4%, Australian at 33.0%, and Irish at 10.8%. Other ancestral groups show distinctive local representation: Scottish ancestry accounts for 9.3% locally (compared to 8.8% regionally), Maori ancestry represents 0.7% (versus 0.2%), and South Australian ancestry comprises 0.4% (versus 0.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Casterton is 58, older than 98% of areas nationally. 14.9% 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 the suburb of Casterton leans heavily toward older age groups. AreaSearch's August 2026 estimates indicate that 43.5% of the population consists of retiree and elderly cohorts (65+), compared with 24.0% across Regional Vic., while younger to middle-aged adults (25 - 44) make up 13.7% against 23.1% regionally. The estimated median age stands at 58 as at August 2026, matching the 2021 Census figure, which was 15 years older than the Regional Vic. median of 43 and well above the national median of 38 at that Census.
The share of retiree and elderly cohorts has expanded from 38.1% at the Census to an estimated 43.5%. By 2041, older cohorts are anticipated to drive the largest absolute increase, adding 134 people (20%) to reach 819, whereas middle-aged and younger retiree groups are projected to shrink.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Casterton
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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) | 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 | Sep 2026 last 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 5 months ago all 2 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 May 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 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 — 4 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (1,673 at the 2021 Census → 1,574 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 (SAL20513). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.