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Caulfield South has an estimated 13,475 residents, up from 12,328 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,147 people, or 9.3%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. 283 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 4,121 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 ABS demographic updates and post-census address checks by AreaSearch, the suburb of Caulfield South has an estimated resident population of 13,475 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,147 individuals (9.3%) from the 12,328 residents counted during the 2021 Census. This projection stems from a resident base of 13,365 determined by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP data, supplemented by 283 validated new addresses registered since the census. The population density stands at 4,120 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb within the top 10% of all Australian areas analyzed by AreaSearch, highlighting the high demand for local land.
The suburb of Caulfield South recorded a 9.3% rate of growth that outpaced the broader SA4 region's 8.0% expansion, establishing the suburb as a local growth leader. This population gain was almost exclusively powered by net overseas migration, which served as the primary source of demographic growth in recent times. Projections published in 2024 by the ABS and Geoscience Australia, using 2022 as a baseline, are used for SA2 regions. For localities lacking this coverage, Vic State Government forecasts from 2023 are applied by aggregating population growth from the LGA to the SA2 level using a weighted method. The age-specific growth trajectories derived from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic shifts, the suburb of Caulfield South is projected to experience population growth exceeding the national median, adding 1,921 residents by 2041 and representing a 13.4% rise over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
459 new dwellings have been approved in Caulfield South over the past five years, an average of 91 a year. That places the area in the 61st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 80 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 20% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 34, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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An analysis of ABS building approval records by AreaSearch shows that the suburb of Caulfield South averaged approximately 91 residential approvals annually, yielding a total of 459 approved dwellings over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, with an additional 32 approvals recorded during FY-26. The ratio of 1.4 new residents per completed dwelling over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25 indicates that housing supply aligned well with demand, leading to balanced market conditions. However, this has recently quickened to 5.6 people per approved dwelling over the last 2 financial years, pointing to rising demand and a smaller volume of available construction.
The average expected construction cost for development projects is $784,000, showing that developers are focusing on higher-end properties in the premium market. Furthermore, local commercial approvals reached $74.1 million this financial year, reflecting substantial commercial investment in the area. In comparison to Greater Melbourne, residential construction in the suburb of Caulfield South is slightly higher, running 13.0% above the metropolitan average per capita over the 5 year period, which supports property values while providing options for buyers, despite a recent slowdown in building activity. The mix of new construction consists of 20.0% standalone houses and 80.0% semi-detached dwellings or apartments. This preference for medium and high-density formats provides more affordable housing options and appeals to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This trend marks a shift from the current housing stock, where standalone houses make up 55.0% of dwellings, indicating a shrinking supply of vacant development sites and a shift toward diverse housing options that fit modern lifestyles. With approximately 273 people per approved dwelling, the suburb of Caulfield South is showing signs of a transitioning housing market. Looking forward, the population of the suburb of Caulfield South is projected to grow by 1,811 people by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Current levels of building activity are expected to provide sufficient housing to satisfy this demand, maintaining a favorable environment for buyers and potentially supporting growth that outstrips current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Caulfield South
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 Caulfield South, worth an estimated $35 million. A further 100 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $42.2 billion. 18 are already under construction and 29 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and sports & recreation. 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 developments, and urban planning initiatives are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 11 planned projects expected to impact the local market. Major projects include the Former ABC Elsternwick Studio Site (8 Gordon Street), Olive Green, the Elsternwick Cultural Precinct, and the Fabric Residential Development, with details of the most significant works listed below.
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Olive Green
Boutique 5-level development of 44 two and three bedroom apartments with ground floor retail, secure basement parking and a communal rooftop terrace. Led by Freeman Group with Balmain & Co as builder. Construction is underway with completion targeted for late 2026.
Elsternwick Cultural Precinct
Council-led upgrade of Selwyn Street into a pedestrian-focused cultural precinct connecting the Jewish Holocaust Museum, the future Jewish Arts Quarter and nearby venues. Works include slow-speed street treatments, wider footpaths, lighting, planting, public art and a central civic space for events. Council has deferred detailed design to 2028/29 and construction to 2029/30, subject to annual budget decisions, to avoid clashes with major builds at 7 and 10-16 Selwyn Street.
Laurel, Bentleigh (Bentleigh Club Redevelopment)
Redevelopment of the former Bentleigh Club site into Laurel, a Metro Property Development townhome project in Bentleigh. Now under construction and nearing completion, the project delivers 35 all-electric family townhomes across 4 and 5 bedroom layouts with two living zones, street frontage, deep backyards, double glazing, 7.5-star NatHERS ratings and 4.4kW solar systems. Architecture is by ClarkeHopkinsClarke with landscapes by MDG Landscape Architects, and the project is marketed by Marshall White Projects. Homes are priced from $1,595,000 with move-in expected in spring 2026.
Milli Brighton East
Contemporary village of 28 exclusive townhomes in Brighton East designed by Cera Stribley Architects and DM Property. Features 3 and 4-bedroom residences with open-plan living, inspired by natural rhythms and textures of the bay. Development includes established trees, parklands, and leafy streetscapes with proximity to Brighton Beach.
The Parker on Caulfield Park
Boutique seven-level luxury apartment building directly opposite Caulfield Park in Caulfield North. Rebranded as The Parker on Caulfield Park, the project has been redesigned by Powell and Glenn Architects within the approved building envelope, reducing the dwelling count from 30 to 20 residences to deliver larger, higher-specification apartments. The development features park and city views, concierge, gym, sauna, steam room, residents lounge, and basement parking with number plate recognition. Pre-sales launched October 2025 with construction commencing early 2026 and completion targeted for 2027.
552 Glen Huntly Road Mixed-Use Development
A 4-storey mixed-use residential development comprising 16 apartments (15 x 2-bedroom, 1 x 3-bedroom) and 2 ground-floor retail shops. The building features a rooftop terrace, lift and stair access, custom perforated brick wall, face brick, aluminium casement windows, stackers and bi-fold doors, concrete profile panels and vertical metal slat balustrades. Basement car parking for 19 vehicles is included in the plans with associated landscaping works.
Elsternwick Gardens (Former ABC Studios)
Redevelopment of the former ABC Studios site into the Elsternwick Gardens mixed-use neighbourhood by Milieu and Besen. The approved project comprises six residential buildings with up to 180 apartments following a 2025 amendment, food and drink premises, extensive landscaped gardens, public open space, retention and relocation of the historic broadcast tower, and direct integration with the neighbouring Rippon Lea Estate.
Star of the Sea College Nano Nagle Centre
Construction of the Nano Nagle Centre as the next stage of the Star of the Sea College Master Plan. The redevelopment replaces Sebastian Hall with a modern multi-level education and community facility including two full-sized basketball courts, 900 retractable seats, flexible learning spaces, student social areas and future stages incorporating a new library and cafe. Construction commenced in 2025 with Stage 1 progressing and targeted for completion by the end of 2026.
7,387 residents of Caulfield South are employed, from a labour force of 7,682. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 69.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 11,100, about 82% 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 suburb of Caulfield South possesses a highly qualified workforce with substantial employment in professional services, an unemployment rate of only 3.8%, and steady job numbers over the past year. Data from March 2026 shows 7,387 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate that is 0.9% lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%. The labor force participation rate is close to the metropolitan average of 70.2%. Census figures indicate that 46.0% of the working population operated from home, though this figure was influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns. Local employment is concentrated within professional and technical services, healthcare and social assistance, and education and training.
The concentration of residents working in professional and technical services is particularly high, at 1.6 times the metropolitan average. In contrast, construction workers make up only 6.0% of the workforce compared to 9.7% across the metropolitan area. The comparison between the local working population and resident workers suggests the suburb is mainly residential and offers limited local job opportunities. According to SALM and ABS statistics for the surrounding areas, the job market saw a 0.2% rise in employment alongside a 0.2% increase in the labor force over the 12-month period, keeping unemployment steady. This differed from Greater Melbourne, which recorded a 2.1% rise in employment, a 2.3% expansion in the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Employment forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide an indication of future workforce demand in the suburb of Caulfield South. These projections, spanning five and ten years, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Applying these industry forecasts to the local workforce suggests employment could rise by 7.2% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, using a basic weighted calculation for illustration without accounting for local population changes.
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Median household income in Caulfield South is $2,365 a week (about $123,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,074 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $65,423 a year against an average of $104,456. The average runs 60% 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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Tax data from the ATO for the financial year 2023 shows that the suburb of Caulfield South has exceptionally high income levels compared to national averages. The median income for tax-paying residents is $65,423, and the average income is $104,456, compared to $57,688 and $75,164 respectively for Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the financial year 2023, these figures are estimated to have reached approximately $71,717 for median income and $114,505 for average income by March 2026. Census data shows that personal, family, and household incomes in the suburb of Caulfield South are positioned between the 84th and 86th percentiles nationally.
Weekly earnings of $4000+ represent the largest segment at 28.1% of residents (3,786 people), contrasting with the wider metropolitan region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the most common at 32.8%. Approximately 40.6% of residents earn more than $3,000 per week, indicating high household wealth that drives local commerce. Housing costs account for 15.7% of resident incomes, but strong earnings keep disposable income at the 85th percentile, placing the area in the 10th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Caulfield South had 4,598 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 55% detached houses and 14% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $496 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,889 a month, a total housing cost higher than 87% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.2%. 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 latest Census, the housing stock in the suburb of Caulfield South consisted of 54.7% standalone houses and 45.3% multi-unit dwellings, including semi-detached houses and apartments. This compares to metropolitan Melbourne where standalone houses comprise 67.9% of the stock and other dwellings make up 32.1%. Home ownership in the suburb of Caulfield South was notably higher than the metropolitan average at 37.5%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 36.1% and rental properties making up the remaining 26.4%. The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,889, compared to the Melbourne metropolitan average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $496, compared to $390 across the metropolitan area.
Nationally, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Caulfield South are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Caulfield South counted 4,598 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,026 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 72.7% of all households in the area, consisting of couples with children at 37.0%, couples without children at 26.6%, and single parent families at 8.1%. The remaining 27.3% are non-family households, which consist of single-person households at 23.9% and group households at 3.4%. The median household size is 2.6 people, matching the metropolitan average for Greater Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
52.1% of adults in Caulfield South hold a university qualification, including 34.5% with a bachelor degree and 12.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 96% of areas nationally. A further 10.7% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,137 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,131 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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Higher education rates in the suburb of Caulfield South are notably high, with 52.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to national and state averages of 30.4% in Australia and 33.4% in VIC. This high level of academic attainment supports local participation in knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 34.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 12.8% and graduate diplomas at 4.8%. Vocational education accounts for 21.4% of qualifications for those aged 15+, split evenly between advanced diplomas at 10.7% and certificates at 10.7%.
Student numbers are high in the area, with 29.7% of residents currently enrolled in an educational program. This student population includes 9.4% in primary school, 8.3% in secondary school, and 6.6% in tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Caulfield South reaches 57 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 4,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Trams 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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Public transport infrastructure in the suburb of Caulfield South includes 57 active stops, comprising a mix of light rail and bus services. These stops support 6 routes that generate 4,174 weekly passenger trips. Local transit access is strong, with the average distance to the nearest stop being 191 meters. Because the area is mostly residential, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of transport at 81%, followed by trains at 8%. Households own an average of 1.3 vehicles. A high proportion of residents, 46.0%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic restrictions.
Transit services average 596 daily trips across all routes, which translates to approximately 73 weekly departures per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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71.9% of residents in Caulfield South report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 84% of areas nationally. 4.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 67.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.7 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 outcomes in the suburb of Caulfield South are strong, with low mortality rates and a low prevalence of chronic illness, particularly among younger residents. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, with approximately 68% of the population (9,152 people) holding cover, compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most common diagnoses, affecting 7.2% and 6.5% of residents respectively. Conversely, 71.9% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Working-age residents display good health profiles with low rates of chronic disease.
Residents aged 65 and older represent 19.4% of the population (2,614 people), which is higher than the Greater Melbourne figure of 15.0%. Seniors in the area have above-average health outcomes, though their health profile ranks lower nationally than that of the younger local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
38.0% of Caulfield South residents were born overseas and 26.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 77% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (19.2%) and English (16.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Caulfield South displays high cultural diversity, with 26.4% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 38.0% born outside of Australia. Judaism is the most common religious affiliation, representing 39.1% of the population, which compares to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. In terms of parental ancestry, the largest groups identified in the suburb of Caulfield South are Other at 20.0%, which is higher than the regional average of 14.6%, Australian at 19.2%, and English at 16.5%. Certain ethnic backgrounds show higher representation locally than regionally: Russian ancestry is recorded at 3.9% (compared to 0.4% in the region), Polish at 5.9% (compared to 0.8%), and South Australian at 3.6% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Caulfield South is 41. 25.3% 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 Caulfield South is 41 years, which is older than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and the national median of 38. The 75 - 84 age bracket is larger than the Melbourne average at 7.7% of the population, while the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller at 12.5%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 5.5% to 7.7%, and the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 10.8% to 12.8%. In contrast, the 65 to 74 group fell from 11.1% to 9.6%, and the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 14.0% to 12.8%.
Long-term population models indicate that the age structure will change by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort projected to grow by 22% (adding 384 residents to reach 2,109), while the 15 to 24 cohort is expected to remain flat at 0% growth, adding only 5 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Caulfield South
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 | Oct 2025 10 months ago 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 Oct 2025. | ||
| 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 — 283 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (12,328 at the 2021 Census → 13,475 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 (SAL20524). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.