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Clayton has an estimated 25,795 residents, up from 18,988 at the 2021 Census — a change of 6,807 people, or 35.8%. Growth has averaged 2.8% a year over five years, faster than 96% of areas nationally. 454 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 99.0% of that increase. That puts 3,299 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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Clayton's resident count is projected to be approximately 25,795 as of May 2026, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS demographic updates and fresh address validations since the Census. Compared to the 18,988 residents documented in the 2021 Census, this represents a growth of 6,807 people (35.8%). The calculation stems from an estimated population of 25,663 derived from the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with an influx of 454 verified new addresses since the Census. With a density of 3,298 persons per square kilometer, the suburb ranks in the top quartile of Australian localities analyzed by AreaSearch.
The 35.8% expansion rate easily outpaced the state standard of 9.3% and the national benchmark, establishing the area as a regional growth frontrunner. This population surge was overwhelmingly fueled by international migration, which accounted for roughly 99.0% of the overall gains in recent times. Projections for each SA2 region rely on 2024 releases from Geoscience Australia and the ABS using 2022 as the base year. Where SA2 figures are missing, AreaSearch applies the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusting them through weighted aggregation of population expansion from LGA to SA2 levels. These aggregated age-group growth rates are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Future models predict substantial gains that place this location in the highest national quartile, with SA2 projections indicating the community will add 9,806 residents by 2041, representing a 37.5% climb over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
452 new dwellings have been approved in Clayton over the past five years, an average of 90 a year. That places the area in the 89th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 98 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 15% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 75, 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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ABS building approval statistics compiled by AreaSearch indicate Clayton averages roughly 90 home approvals annually, reaching an estimated 452 approvals over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 69 approvals have been logged. With an average of 7.4 new residents added for each completed home between FY-21 and FY-25, demand heavily outstrips incoming supply, which tends to drive up prices and heighten market competition. Developers are targeting upscale projects, as indicated by a mean construction value of $506,000. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $15.0 million have been registered this financial year, showing ongoing business investment.
Clayton's building volume per capita is about 75% of the Greater Melbourne average, ranking in the 56th percentile of all audited areas in the country. The mix of new residential construction is 15.0% standalone houses and 85.0% multi-unit developments. Higher-density options provide more accessible prices and appeal to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This marks a clear departure from the current housing distribution of 36.0% standalone houses, highlighting a scarcity of vacant land, changing consumer preferences, and the demand for diverse, budget-friendly choices. The ratio of approximately 282 people per approved dwelling highlights an expanding market. Long-term models indicate Clayton will add 9,674 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If building activity remains at its current pace, housing availability may fall behind population gains, potentially escalating competition among buyers and supporting price appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Clayton
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 21 current infrastructure and development projects inside Clayton, worth an estimated $37 billion. A further 90 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $87.6 billion. 29 are already under construction and 33 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major planning developments, and public works strongly influence real estate performance. AreaSearch has identified 33 projects likely to impact the local area. Key projects include the Monash Medical Centre Tower Expansion Project, the Monash Accommodation Student Housing Development, the 409 Clayton Road Mixed-Use Development, and the Monash University Campus Centre Redevelopment, with details provided on the most significant initiatives.
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Monash Medical Centre Tower Expansion Project
A $535 million major redevelopment delivering a new seven-storey clinical services tower constructed above the existing emergency department. Main works commenced in early 2026, featuring a state-of-the-art operating theatre complex, an intensive care unit, and expanded maternity services.
New Clayton Campus Student Accommodation
New student accommodation being developed in the North East Precinct of the Clayton campus, alongside College Walk and north of Jock Marshall Reserve. Designed by Jackson Clements Burrows, the hybrid cross-laminated timber project features a 252-bed hall to enhance the on-campus living experience and expand capacity for Monash University students. Construction commenced in February 2026.
PMP Printing Precinct
Mixed-use redevelopment of the former PMP Printing industrial site in Clayton into a 10 hectare urban precinct. The approved Comprehensive Development Plan and Development Contributions Plan provide for around 1180 new homes and approximately 1000 local jobs, centred on a new town square, three local parks and upgraded streets and walking and cycling links. Within the precinct, Assemble, Make Ventures and Housing Choices Australia are delivering a major build-to-rent project at 209-211 Carinish Road with around 700 apartments including significant social and affordable housing, together with supermarket and mixed commercial space.The precinct is next to Clayton Station, the future Suburban Rail Loop Clayton station and the Monash health and education precinct, making it a key transit-oriented renewal project for Melbournes south east.
Clayton Structure Plan and Precinct Development
The transformation of Clayton into a transport super hub through the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) East project and associated precinct planning. Major construction is underway as of 2026, including site preparation for the new 18m deep underground station and the 'Paid to Paid' interchange with the existing Metro station. The plan facilitates up to 70,000 new homes by the 2050s and high-density development up to 15 storeys. Key features include an elevated walkway over Clayton Road, new cycling links to Monash University, and a world-class health and research hub centered around the Monash Medical Centre.
409 Clayton Road Mixed-Use Development
Approved 12 to 17-storey mixed-use development comprising 144 apartments, ground floor retail, office space, resident amenities including a swimming pool and communal terraces, 147 car spaces and 121 bicycle spaces. The revised design by Cera Stribley was approved by Monash City Council in December 2023 following earlier VCAT proceedings. The project remains in the approvals phase with no confirmed construction completion announced.
Monash University Campus Centre Redevelopment
Major redevelopment of Monash University's Clayton campus centre as part of the broader campus master plan. The project includes new student facilities, multi-disciplinary learning spaces, community amenities, and dining facilities to support over 50,000 students. The broader campus developments also include new residential halls (1000+ beds) and research facilities.
Larkins Hall - Monash University Clayton Campus Student Accommodation
A new seven-storey, 252-bed student accommodation hall in the North East Precinct of Monash University's Clayton campus, alongside College Walk and north of Jock Marshall Reserve. The building has been named Larkins Hall in honour of former Vice-Chancellor Emeritus Professor Richard Larkins AC. The sustainable, all-electric development spans approximately 7,900 square metres and features single-occupancy ensuite rooms with floor-by-floor communal kitchens, winter gardens, study zones and lounges, a wellness hub, sports court, bike arrival station, laundry, music and gaming rooms, parcel lockers, and mobility-accessible units.Construction commenced on 3 February 2026, with completion targeted for mid-2027. The development is a key initiative under Monash's Student Accommodation Strategy to address growing demand for high-quality residential capacity.
193-195 Clayton Road Apartments
A proposed low-rise apartment development on a 1,555 square metre site in Residential Growth Zone 3 (RGZ3). The site is strategically located near Monash University, Monash Medical Centre, and Clayton transport hub, with potential for 30 apartments across 3 floors. The land is currently for sale and suitable for apartments, student accommodation, or mixed-use development.
15,865 residents of Clayton are employed, from a labour force of 16,169. Unemployment sits at 1.9%, with participation at 67.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 39,521, about 153% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Clayton possesses an educated workforce across multiple industries, with a jobless rate of only 1.9% and a 3.9% rise in estimated jobs over the past year, according to AreaSearch compilations. Employment stood at 15,865 working residents as of March 2026, with unemployment sitting 2.9% below the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 4.8%. The labor participation rate is slightly low at 67.0% compared to Greater Melbourne's 70.2%. Census records show 22.8% of the working population operated from home, though this figure was likely affected by pandemic lockdowns. The primary employment sectors for locals are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation & food services.
The suburb exhibits a concentration in accommodation & food, employing residents at 1.8 times the wider metropolitan proportion. Conversely, construction plays a minor role, employing 5.6% of workers compared to 9.7% across the region. With a ratio of 1.7 jobs for every resident at the Census, the locality serves as a employment center, drawing commuters from neighboring suburbs because jobs outnumber working residents. AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics show that over the 12 months ending March 2026, both employment and the labor force grew by 3.9%, keeping the overall unemployment rate stable. By comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1%, the labor force expand by 2.3%, and the jobless rate tick up by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context for Clayton's future job market. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce mix. While nationwide employment is predicted to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends differ widely by industry. Weighting these projections against Clayton's employment distribution suggests local jobs will increase by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, assuming a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Clayton is $1,494 a week (about $78,000 a year), with median personal income at $594 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $38,403 a year against an average of $47,835. 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 financial year 2023 indicates Clayton's income profile sits below the national average. The median taxpayer income in Clayton is $38,403 and the average is $47,835, contrasting with Greater Melbourne averages of $57,688 and $75,164. Adjusting for a 9.62% Wage Price Index rise since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $42,097 (median) and $52,437 (average). The 2021 Census placed individual earnings at the 10th percentile with a weekly figure of $594, whereas household earnings fared better at the 35th percentile.
Income breakdowns show 31.4% of residents (8,099 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which is close to the metropolitan average of 32.8%. Affordable housing is a major issue, as residents retain only 77.7% of their income, placing the area in the 27th percentile and the 5th decile for the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Clayton had 6,126 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 36% detached houses and 22% apartments. 18% are owned with a mortgage, 63% rented and 19% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month, a total housing cost higher than 77% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 26.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census records show Clayton's housing stock consists of 35.5% standalone houses and 64.4% alternative dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to Greater Melbourne's mix of 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative styles. Homeownership in Clayton is low at 19.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents paying off a mortgage (17.7%) or renting (62.9%). The median monthly mortgage cost of $2,000 matches the metropolitan average, while the median weekly rent of $400 is slightly higher than Greater Melbourne's $390. Globally, Clayton's mortgage costs exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are higher than the national standard of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Clayton counted 6,126 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,322 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 19% are couples with children, fewer than in 89% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 26% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 53.5%, comprising couples with children at 19.2%, couples without children at 23.1%, and single parents at 7.7%. Non-family households constitute 46.5%, consisting of single-person households at 26.0% and shared group households at 20.5%. The median household occupancy of 2.5 residents is slightly below the Greater Melbourne median of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
50.5% of adults in Clayton hold a university qualification, including 28.1% with a bachelor degree and 20.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 8.5% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,034 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,091 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 levels in Clayton are high, with 50.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 29.8% in the wider SA4 region and 30.4% nationwide. This concentration of degrees positions the area well for knowledge-based employment. Bachelor degrees are held by 28.1% of residents, postgraduate degrees by 20.6%, and graduate diplomas by 1.8%. Vocational credentials are held by 17.7% of the population aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.2%) and certificates (8.5%). A high proportion of residents are studying, with 46.8% of the population enrolled in formal education.
This group includes 30.9% in higher education, 3.8% in primary school, and 2.8% attending secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Clayton reaches 94 stops on 42 routes, timetabled for about 12,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.9 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 options in Clayton include 94 transit stops, combining train and bus services. These stops are served by 42 distinct routes, facilitating 12,759 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 242 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is mostly residential, meaning most workers commute out of the area. Private vehicles remain the primary travel mode at 62%, followed by trains at 16% and buses at 9%. Vehicle ownership is low, averaging 0.9 cars per household, which is below the metropolitan standard.
About 22.8% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which was likely influenced by pandemic conditions. Transit services average 1,822 daily trips across the local network, representing roughly 135 weekly services at each individual stop.
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81.7% of residents in Clayton report no long-term health condition. 4.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 45.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 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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Clayton has good overall health metrics based on mortality and chronic illness rates, with common conditions showing low prevalence in the general population, though rates are higher than the national average among older, vulnerable groups. Private health insurance coverage is low at roughly 46% of the population, representing approximately 11,829 people, compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequent health concerns reported in the area are mental health challenges and asthma, affecting 6.2% and 4.8% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 81.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
Seniors aged 65 and older make up 6.8% of the population (1,754 people), which is lower than the Greater Melbourne level of 15.0%, though their health metrics rank lower than the national average for older demographics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
70.7% of Clayton residents were born overseas and 69.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 98% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (22.5%) and Indian (12.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Clayton ranks as one of the most multicultural areas in Australia, with 69.3% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 70.7% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the most common religion, practiced by 30.4% of the population. Hinduism shows a strong presence, representing 16.2% of residents, which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.4%. Regarding parental birthplace, the three largest groups in Clayton are Chinese at 22.5% of the population (compared to 6.5% regionally), Other at 20.5% (compared to 14.6% regionally), and Indian at 12.3% (compared to 4.2% regionally).
Other distinct cultural groups include Sri Lankans at 1.7% of Clayton (compared to 0.8% regionally), Greeks at 4.8% (compared to 2.7% regionally), and Koreans at 1.2% (compared to 0.3% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Clayton is 24, younger than 99% of areas nationally. That is 4 years younger than at the 2021 Census. 69.8% 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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Clayton's median age of 24 years is much younger than Greater Melbourne's median of 37 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Clayton has a high proportion of youth aged 15 - 24 (38.1%) and a smaller share of children aged 5 - 14 (3.2%). The 15 - 24 demographic is larger than the national average of 12.7%. Since the 2021 Census, younger arrivals have lowered the median age by 3.6 years to 24. Key changes include the 15 to 24 cohort rising from 28.3% to 38.1%, and the 25 to 34 cohort rising from 30.6% to 31.7%.
Conversely, the 35 to 44 age bracket fell from 11.0% to 9.0%, and the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 6.3% to 4.4%. By 2041, demographic shifts are expected to continue, led by the 25 to 34 age bracket, which is projected to grow by 54% (4,402 people) to reach 12,580, up from 8,177.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Clayton
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 21 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 454 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (18,988 at the 2021 Census → 25,795 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 (SAL20569). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.