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Churchill (Vic.) has an estimated 5,357 residents, up from 4,924 at the 2021 Census — a change of 433 people, or 8.8%. Growth has averaged 1.9% a year over five years. 136 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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According to AreaSearch evaluations combining broader ABS population updates with new addresses verified post-Census, the suburb of Churchill (Vic.) has an estimated resident tally of approximately 5,357 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 433 people (8.8%) relative to the 2021 Census, when 4,924 people were recorded. This figure builds upon an AreaSearch resident population estimate of 5,347 following the ABS release of ERP data in June 2025, alongside 136 validated new addresses documented since the Census date. With a density of 249 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers generous living space and room to accommodate further expansion.
Outpacing both the wider SA3 area (2.9%) and Rest of Vic., the suburb of Churchill (Vic.) registered an 8.8% increase, establishing itself as a regional growth frontrunner. Natural increase served as the primary growth engine, underpinning around 46.0% of recent population gains, complemented by positive contributions across interstate migration and overseas migration. Projections for the suburb of Churchill (Vic.) incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia models published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline for individual SA2 units. Where SA2 coverage is absent, figures utilize 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections converted to SA2 levels through weighted growth aggregation. Age-specific trajectories derived from these aggregations are applied to all regions spanning the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic modelling points to growth tracking above the regional Australian median, with the suburb of Churchill (Vic.) projected to add 834 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2 frameworks, amounting to a cumulative expansion of 15.4% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
144 new dwellings have been approved in Churchill (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 28 a year. That places the area in the 70th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 24 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 36, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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ABS building approval statistics compiled by AreaSearch indicate that residential approvals in Churchill average approximately 28 dwellings annually, with 144 homes authorized throughout the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), including 36 in FY-25 to date. Over the same 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), around 4 people moved into the area for every home constructed, pointing to residential supply trailing incoming demand and fostering competitive conditions for purchasers. Typical construction values sit at $379,000 per dwelling, matching surrounding regional averages. Non-residential building activity remains modest, with $5.2 million in commercial approvals recorded during the current financial year.
Per capita residential construction in Churchill closely tracks the Rest of Vic. average, maintaining local supply balance in line with regional benchmarks. New building activity consists solely of detached houses, sustaining the low-density urban form and offering spacious detached options that cater to space-oriented buyers. With roughly 183 people per dwelling approval, the township exhibits attributes typical of expanding outer-market areas. Long-term forecasts indicate Churchill is slated to welcome 824 residents through to 2041 based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly update. While residential construction continues at a steady pace relative to demographic projections, prospective buyers may encounter heightened competition as the local community grows.
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 capital expenditure and regional planning initiatives play a decisive role in shaping community development. AreaSearch has pinpointed 1 major regional project poised to influence the locality. Notable surrounding developments include the Wooreen Energy Storage System, Hazelwood Mine Rehabilitation Project, Marinus Link - Victorian Converter Station, and 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 in the Latrobe Valley is part of the 1500 MW Marinus Link interconnector between Victoria and Tasmania. The station will convert direct current from the subsea and underground cables to alternating current to connect Marinus Link to the Victorian grid and the National Electricity Market. Stage 1 (750 MW) construction is expected to begin later in 2026, following the Victorian Minister for Planning's environmental assessment in May 2025 and the Australian Energy Regulator's final cost decision in February 2026.Preparatory works were under way across Gippsland as at April 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.
2,400 residents of Churchill (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 2,560. Unemployment sits at 6.3%, with participation at 58.0%. 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 4,232, 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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Churchill maintains a diverse employment base covering professional and trade occupations alongside solid representation across essential services. The local jobless rate stands at 6.2%, accompanied by an estimated 7.0% annual expansion in employment based on statistical area aggregations by AreaSearch. In March 2026, 2,400 residents were employed; the local unemployment rate sits 2.6% higher than the Regional Vic. benchmark of 3.7%, while labour force participation tracks lower at 58.0% compared to 61.1% across Regional Vic.. Census data recorded 12.9% of local workers operating from home, an outcome potentially shaped by pandemic-era movement restrictions.
Leading local employment sectors comprise health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Notably, electricity, gas, water & waste exhibits high local concentration, employing a resident share 2.9 times the regional benchmark. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 2.4% of working residents, well beneath the 7.5% regional standard. A comparison between Census working figures and total resident counts indicates that on-site commercial and industrial employment opportunities within the town remain constrained. Aggregated SALM and ABS statistics evaluated by AreaSearch indicate an annual employment uplift of 7.0% against a 5.5% expansion in the labour force, reducing the local unemployment rate by 1.3 percentage points. Conversely, Regional Vic. recorded an employment decline of 0.1% alongside a labour force drop of 0.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point decline. Long-range modeling from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provides forward-looking perspectives across five and ten-year horizons. Nationally, total employment is projected to grow by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely across industries. Applying these sector-level expectations to Churchill's occupational structure indicates potential local employment gains of 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years (calculated as an illustrative weighted baseline that excludes localized 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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ATO postcode records compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate a median taxpayer income of $40,374 and a mean of $49,128 in Churchill. These figures sit below wider regional standards, with Regional Vic. recording a median of $50,954 and an average of $62,728. Accounting for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $44,258 for median income and $53,854 for average income as of March 2026. Across the 2021 Census, family, personal, and household income brackets all placed within the 7th and 9th percentiles nationwide.
The dominant earning band comprises 30.4% of taxpayers taking home between $800 - 1,499 per week (1,628 residents), differing from the broader region where 30.3% earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 category. Even though living costs are manageable with households retaining 87.2% of income, overall disposable earnings rank at 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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Residential stock in Churchill at the latest Census was overwhelmingly composed of separate houses at 96.7%, alongside 3.3% other dwellings (apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Regional Vic. where 90.1% were houses and 9.9% were other dwellings. Outright home ownership reached 38.5%, trailing the Regional Vic. level slightly, while 30.9% of properties carried a mortgage and 30.6% were occupied by tenants. Median monthly mortgage commitments stood at $997, substantially below the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, while weekly rent averaged $230 against $285 regionally. Across the country, local housing costs are notably modest, sitting well under national averages of $1,863 for monthly mortgages and $375 for weekly rents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Churchill (Vic.) counted 1,925 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,094 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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Family households constitute the majority of dwellings at 68.0%, divided between couples without children at 28.2%, couples with children at 22.2%, and single parent families accounting for 16.3%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 32.0%, led by single-person households at 28.6% and group residences at 3.2%. Typical household occupancy is 2.3 people, tracking just below the Regional Vic. benchmark 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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Tertiary qualification levels in the area remain low, with 14.7% of residents holding university credentials compared to the wider VIC standard of 33.4%. Higher education qualifications are led by bachelor degrees at 9.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.2%. Vocational education is strongly represented, with 41.6% of residents aged 15+ holding practical trade credentials, comprising certificates (31.6%) and advanced diplomas (10.0%). Community educational engagement is extensive, with 30.2% of the local population actively participating in academic or vocational study. This proportion consists of 11.2% attending primary schools, 7.9% enrolled in secondary education, and 4.6% undertaking tertiary coursework.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Churchill (Vic.) reaches 29 stops on 13 routes, timetabled for about 2,300 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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Public transit infrastructure within Churchill includes 29 active transit stops providing 2,315 scheduled weekly passenger trips across 13 distinct transit routes. Transit coverage is accessible, with typical properties located 225 meters from their nearest boarding point. As an established residential community, commuter journeys primarily head outward, with private vehicles accounting for 97% of travel. Motor vehicle ownership sits at an average of 1.4 per dwelling, while 12.9% of workers commuted from home based on 2021 Census findings. Local public transit operations deliver an average frequency of 330 trips per day across the network, generating roughly 79 weekly trips per individual 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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AreaSearch evaluations of mortality patterns and chronic condition rates highlight significant health vulnerabilities affecting residents across diverse age groups in Churchill. Private health insurance uptake is comparatively low, covering approximately 46% of the population (~2,483 people), below both the Regional Vic. rate of 50.5% and the nationwide benchmark of 55.7%. Prevalent medical conditions reported locally include mental health issues and arthritis, impacting 11.5 and 11.1% of inhabitants, while 56.8% stated they were completely free of chronic ailments, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic.. Working-age cohorts display elevated instances of chronic health issues.
Seniors aged 65 and over represent 21.4% of the population (1,146 people), lower than the 24.0% regional proportion, with older resident health indicators aligning closely with national averages.
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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Cultural homogeneity is prominent in Churchill, where Australian citizens make up 87.6% of the population, 86.7% were born in Australia, and 94.7% speak only English at home. Christianity represents the most common faith, accounting for 39.8% of residents. Islam represents 0.8% of the community, standing against a regional share of 1.0% across Regional Vic.. Regarding parental heritage, the three most prevalent ancestries reported in Churchill are Australian (32.4%), English (29.7%), and Scottish (8.1%). Several other backgrounds show notable local shares relative to regional benchmarks, including Dutch at 3.3% (vs 1.7% regionally), Maltese at 1.3% (vs 0.5%), and Polish at 0.8% (vs 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Churchill (Vic.) is 37. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 29.1% 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 age demographic of the suburb of Churchill (Vic.) leans heavily towards younger generations. Based on demographic updates to August 2026, children and young adults (0 - 24) represent 34.7% of the community, compared to 28.5% across Regional Vic., whereas middle aged and young retiree cohorts (45 - 64) account for 20.3%, trailing the regional level of 24.4%. The median age is estimated at 37, declining from 38 at the 2021 Census and sitting 6 years below the Regional Vic. level of 43 at that Census. The sharpest movement since the Census occurred among middle aged and young retiree cohorts, decreasing from 24.3% to 20.3%.
Through to 2041, the largest numerical gain is anticipated among young to middle aged adults (25 - 44), projected to expand by 418 residents (33%) to reach 1,704.
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 Oct 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 | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 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 — 136 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (4,924 at the 2021 Census → 5,357 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 (SAL20561). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.