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Churchill (Vic.) has an estimated 5,358 residents, up from 4,924 at the 2021 Census — a change of 434 people, or 8.8%. Growth has averaged 1.9% a year over five years. 109 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 46.0% of that increase. That puts 250 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 and new address validations by AreaSearch indicates that the suburb of Churchill (Vic.) has an estimated population of 5,358 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 434 residents (8.8%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,924 people. This estimate is derived from a resident population count of 5,349 calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP data release, combined with an additional 109 validated new addresses since the Census. The population level yields a density of 249 persons per square kilometer, indicating low density and space for potential future projects.
The 8.8% growth rate of the suburb of Churchill (Vic.) since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 area (2.8%) and the Rest of Vic., positioning it as a regional growth leader. Natural increase was the main driver, accounting for roughly 46.0% of the total demographic gains in recent times, though migration from overseas and interstate also made positive contributions. Projections utilize ABS and Geoscience Australia data published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For uncovered SA2 regions, figures are derived from the 2023 Victorian Government LGA projections using weighted aggregation to convert LGA trends to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group from these models are applied to the 2032 to 2041 period. Looking ahead, the suburb of Churchill (Vic.) is projected to experience growth above the median for regional areas, with numbers set to rise by 899 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing a 16.6% increase over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
162 new dwellings have been approved in Churchill (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 32 a year. That places the area in the 59th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 25 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 33, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch compilation of building approvals from the ABS, Churchill has recorded a yearly average of approximately 32 residential approvals, representing about 162 new dwellings over the last 5 financial years. During the current FY-26, 31 approvals have been logged. Over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, there was an average of 2.9 new residents per dwelling annually, reflecting strong demand that supports local property values. Newly constructed houses carry an average building cost of $440,000, which suggests that developers are focusing on the higher-end market. Additionally, commercial approvals this financial year stand at $5.2 million, showing a minor focus on commercial construction.
Compared to the Rest of Vic., Churchill saw slightly higher development activity, running 21.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year period, which maintains choice for buyers while supporting demand, although construction rates have slowed down recently. All new residential building approvals consisted of standalone houses, preserving the local low-density style and focusing on family-oriented housing. A developing market is indicated by a ratio of roughly 321 people for every residential approval. Long-term projections indicate that Churchill will gain 890 residents by 2041, calculated from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. The current rate of construction seems to correspond well with future demographic needs, suggesting stable market conditions without major upward pressure on property prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Churchill (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 55 current infrastructure and development projects close to Churchill (Vic.), worth an estimated $9.67 billion. 20 are already under construction and 23 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, energy and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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 works, and planning changes have a significant influence on regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a single project expected to affect this area. Notable projects include the Wooreen Energy Storage System, the Marinus Link - Victorian Converter Station, the Hazelwood Mine Rehabilitation Project, and the Latrobe Valley Battery Energy Storage System.
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Tramway Road Battery Energy Storage System
A 300 MW / 1,200 MWh grid-scale battery energy storage system being developed by Eku Energy adjacent to the Hazelwood Terminal Station in the Latrobe Valley. The 4-hour duration battery will connect into the existing 500kV / 220kV transmission network and is being built next to Eku's already-operational 150 MW / 150 MWh Hazelwood BESS at the former coal-fired power station site. Once operational the project will be capable of powering around 104,000 homes during peak demand and is expected to play a key role in Victoria's transition away from coal generation.The Victorian Government granted development approval in November 2025 via the Development Facilitation Program. The project is now in pre-construction, with construction targeted to begin in late 2026 subject to grid connection and procurement, and operations slated for 2028. It will support 150 construction jobs and around five ongoing operational roles. The site sits adjacent to the proposed Marinus Link converter station.
Wooreen Energy Storage System
EnergyAustralia is constructing a 350 MW utility-scale battery energy storage system with four hours of storage capacity (1,400 MWh) at the Jeeralang Power Station. The facility is designed to enhance grid stability and support the integration of renewable energy into the Victorian network following the transition from coal-fired generation.
Marinus Link - Victorian Converter Station
The Victorian Converter Station at Hazelwood is a critical component of the 1500 MW Marinus Link HVDC interconnector. It converts direct current from subsea and underground cables to alternating current for the National Electricity Market. Stage 1 (750 MW) construction is scheduled to commence in 2026, following the Victorian Minister for Planning's positive environmental assessment in May 2025 and the Australian Energy Regulator's final cost decision in February 2026.
Bennetts Creek Battery
100MW/223MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) to provide renewable energy firming for Victoria's electricity grid. Located adjacent to Morwell Terminal Station with a new 66kV transmission line connection. Financial close was achieved in December 2025, with construction by Zenviron commencing in 2026 and commercial operations expected in 2028. Wartsila will supply battery technology and control systems. The project will absorb excess renewable energy during high generation periods and discharge during peak demand, providing Frequency Control and Ancillary Services (FCAS) to stabilise the grid and reduce electricity prices.
Hazelwood North ULAB Recycling Facility
A state-of-the-art Used Lead Acid Battery (ULAB) recycling plant designed to process 50,000 tonnes of batteries annually. The facility employs advanced secondary lead smelting technology to recover approximately 28,000 tonnes of refined lead per year, promoting a circular economy and reducing hazardous waste. The project was fast-tracked via a Victorian Government Planning Scheme Amendment (C129) following initial local council refusal.
Latrobe Valley Battery Energy Storage System
A 100MW/200MWh battery energy storage system developed by Tilt Renewables with delivery partners Fluence Energy and AusNet. Located south of Morwell beside the existing Morwell Terminal Station, the system uses Fluence Gridstack technology comprising 320 battery cube energy storage containers with associated inverters and transformers. The facility improves Victorian electricity network reliability by storing power during periods of excess supply (such as midday solar generation) and releasing it during peak demand periods. Construction began in January 2024 and the project became fully operational in April 2025, with official opening in September 2025.
Used Lead Acid Battery (ULAB) Recycling Facility Hazelwood North
A proposed used lead acid battery recycling facility designed to process up to 50000 tonnes of batteries annually and produce around 28000 tonnes of refined lead using advanced secondary lead smelting technology with recovery of lead, plastic and electrolyte. The project received Victorian planning approval in January 2021 and construction environmental management approvals in December 2021. Ownership transferred from Chunxing Corporation Pty Ltd to Pure Environmental Pty Ltd. As of 2026 there is no verified evidence that full construction or operations have commenced, despite approvals remaining in place.
Hazelwood North Solar Farm
Approved 450 MW solar energy facility with an approximately 450 MW / 1,800 MWh four-hour battery energy storage system, substation and associated infrastructure on farmland between Morwell and Traralgon in the Latrobe Valley. The project is planned as Victoria's largest solar farm, with agrivoltaic use including sheep grazing, capacity to power about 150,000 homes, avoid about 700,000 tonnes of emissions each year and support about 500 construction jobs.
2,380 residents of Churchill (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 2,541. Unemployment sits at 6.3%, with participation at 57.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,242, about 79% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce exhibits a balanced mix of professional and manual labor roles, with a strong presence in public service and essential industries. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3%, and employment grew by an estimated 6.8% over the preceding year based on AreaSearch statistical aggregations. In March 2026, there were 2,380 employed residents. The unemployment rate is 2.7% higher than the Regional Vic. rate of 3.7%, while the participation rate is lower, sitting at 57.4% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic. Census data shows that a minor 12.9% of workers worked from home, although this was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. There is a high concentration of workers in utility services, including electricity, gas, water & waste, which employs people at 2.9 times the rate seen across Regional Vic. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 2.4% of the workforce, below the Regional Vic. average of 7.5%. The comparison between local job numbers and the resident labor force suggests that local employment opportunities are limited. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics for the wider region, the recent 12-month period saw a 6.8% increase in employment and a 5.3% growth in the overall labor force, leading to a 1.3 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Regional Vic. experienced a 0.1% drop in employment, a 0.3% decrease in the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point decline in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future labor demand. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local industry mix. Globally, national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying by sector. Applying these trends to the local industry profile suggests Churchill's employment could grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, though this is a simple weighting model and does not account for local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Churchill (Vic.) is $1,109 a week (about $58,000 a year), with median personal income at $577 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $40,374 a year against an average of $49,128. 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 the latest postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, Churchill has a median taxpayer income of $40,374 and an average taxpayer income of $49,128. These figures sit below national benchmarks, comparing to a median of $50,954 and an average of $62,728 in Regional Vic. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be roughly $44,258 for median income and $53,854 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census reports that household, family, and individual incomes in the area fall between the 7th and 9th percentiles nationally.
The income bracket between $800 and $1,499 contains 30.4% of the population, representing 1,628 people, which differs from the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the largest at 30.3%. Although local housing costs are low, allowing residents to keep 87.2% of their income, total disposable income is low, ranking in the 11th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Churchill (Vic.) had 1,925 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 3% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 31% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $230 a week and the median mortgage repayment $997 a month. Rent absorbs 20.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the last Census, the housing stock in Churchill consisted of 96.7% separate houses and 3.3% other dwelling types such as apartments and semi-detached properties, compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings in Regional Vic. The home ownership rate was 38.5%, trailing Regional Vic., with mortgaged properties making up 30.9% and rental properties accounting for 30.6% of local dwellings. The median monthly mortgage payment was $997, which is lower than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430. The median weekly rent was $230, compared to $285 in Regional Vic.
Locally, mortgage costs are lower than the national average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the Australian average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Churchill (Vic.) counted 1,925 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,095 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 80% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 68.0% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 22.2%, couples without children at 28.2%, and single-parent households at 16.3%. Non-family households represent the remaining 32.0% of the community, with single-person households at 28.6% and group housing making up 3.2%. The median household size is 2.3 people, slightly below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.7% of adults in Churchill (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 9.7% with a bachelor degree and 2.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.6% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 427 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 946 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 that 14.7% of residents hold university qualifications, which is below the VIC state average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 9.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Technical and trade qualifications are prominent, with 41.6% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, which include advanced diplomas at 10.0% and certificates at 31.6%. Enrolment in education is high, with 30.2% of residents registered in formal study. This comprises 11.2% in primary schools, 7.9% in secondary schools, and 4.6% attending tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Churchill (Vic.) reaches 29 stops on 13 routes, timetabled for about 650 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 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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There are 29 active public transport stops in the area, serviced by 13 routes that run 653 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is good, with residents living an average of 225 meters from the nearest stop. The area is predominantly residential, resulting in high levels of outward commuting, with cars remaining the primary mode of travel for 97% of commuters. Dwellings average 1.4 vehicles. A low 12.9% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Across all routes, service frequency averages 93 daily trips, which translates to roughly 22 weekly trips per transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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56.8% of residents in Churchill (Vic.) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 91% of areas nationally. 8.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 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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Mortality and chronic illness data from AreaSearch indicate notable health difficulties in Churchill, affecting both younger and older residents. The rate of private health insurance coverage is low, with approximately 46% of the population holding cover, representing about 2,483 individuals. This is below the 50.5% coverage rate in Regional Vic. and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most prevalent health issues, affecting 11.5% and 11.1% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 56.8% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic.
Health issues are elevated among working-age residents. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.6% of the population, representing 1,103 individuals, which is lower than the 23.9% average for Regional Vic. Senior health outcomes show some challenges, with national rankings aligning with the overall population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Churchill (Vic.) is largely Australian-born, at 86.7% of residents, with 5.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (32.4%) and English (29.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local population has lower cultural diversity indicators compared to average figures, with citizens making up 87.6% of the community, 86.7% born in Australia, and 94.7% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 39.8% of the population. Islam represents 0.8% of residents, compared to 1.0% across Regional Vic. Looking at parental birthplaces, the most common ancestries are Australian at 32.4%, English at 29.7%, and Scottish at 8.1%. Several European ancestries show higher concentrations than the regional average, with Dutch backgrounds at 3.3% of the population compared to 1.7% regionally, Maltese at 1.3% compared to 0.5%, and Polish at 0.8% compared to 0.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Churchill (Vic.) is 37. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 30.0% 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 of 37 years is lower than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and close to the national median of 38. The 15 - 24 age bracket is highly represented at 16.6%, while the 45 - 54 bracket is relatively small at 9.1% compared to Regional Vic. Since 2021, the median age has dropped by 1.0 years from 38 to 37, showing a shift toward a younger demographic. Key changes include the 15 to 24 age group increasing from 13.0% to 16.6% of the population, and the 75 to 84 bracket rising from 6.2% to 7.4%.
Conversely, the 55 to 64 group fell from 13.2% to 10.8%, and the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 11.1% to 9.1%. Population forecasts for 2041 project significant demographic shifts, led by a 41% increase in the 25 to 34 age bracket, which is expected to grow by 297 people to reach 1,015 from 717. In contrast, the 55 to 64 and 65 to 74 cohorts are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Churchill (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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 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 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 — 109 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,924 at the 2021 Census → 5,358 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 (SAL20561). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.