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Coburg has an estimated 29,470 residents, up from 26,574 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,896 people, or 10.9%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. 598 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 82.0% of that increase. That puts 4,259 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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Based on reviews of ABS demographic updates for the wider region, alongside address checks conducted by AreaSearch since the Census, the resident population in the suburb of Coburg is projected to be approximately 29,470 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 2,896 residents (10.9%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 26,574 individuals. This shift is calculated from a local population of 29,442, which AreaSearch estimated using the ABS June 2025 release of ERP figures and an additional 598 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 4,258 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the highest 10% of areas assessed across the country by AreaSearch, which highlights the intense demand for local land.
The growth rate of 10.9% in the suburb of Coburg since the 2021 census outpaced the state figure of 9.3% as well as the nationwide average, establishing it as a regional growth leader. The expansion was largely propelled by overseas arrivals, who accounted for roughly 82.0% of the overall population increases in recent times. AreaSearch implements projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 sectors lacking this coverage, AreaSearch applies the Regional and LGA projections released by the Victorian State Government in 2023, adjusted via a weighted aggregation of population growth from the LGA level down to the SA2 level. Growth velocities across different age brackets from these models are also extended to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at upcoming demographic changes, the suburb of Coburg is projected to experience remarkable growth that ranks in the top 10 percent of localities nationwide, with an estimated addition of 14,159 residents by 2041 according to aggregated SA2 projections, representing a 48.0% expansion over the 16 years.
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1,489 new dwellings have been approved in Coburg over the past five years, an average of 297 a year. That places the area in the 86th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 10 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 353 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 7% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 386, 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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According to AreaSearch evaluations of building approvals from the ABS, compiled from local sector statistics, the suburb of Coburg has seen an average of roughly 297 residential approvals annually, amounting to approximately 1,489 new homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, there have been 354 approvals documented. Given that roughly 1.1 additional residents relocated to the area for every finished home between FY-21 and FY-25, the local market exhibits a healthy equilibrium between supply and demand, fostering steady conditions, while new residences are constructed at a mean cost of $456,000, which is slightly higher than the regional benchmark and points to a focus on premium builds.
Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $5.7 million during the current financial year, which underscores the predominantly residential nature of the locality. Relative to Greater Melbourne, the suburb of Coburg maintains a comparable per capita building rate, preserving a balanced market in line with the wider metropolitan region, although construction has recently become more intense. Newly approved projects consist of 7.0% free-standing houses and 93.0% semi-detached or multi-unit dwellings. This orientation toward higher-density housing provides affordable entry points and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a major departure from the existing housing stock, which is currently 65.0% traditional houses, and reflects both a shortage of vacant parcels and changing lifestyle preferences and budget constraints. With approximately 78 people per approval, the suburb of Coburg demonstrates the traits of a growing locality. Long-term forecasts indicate that the suburb of Coburg will gain 14,131 new residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Should current building rates persist, the supply of housing may lag behind the expanding population, which could intensify competition among home buyers and foster accelerated value appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Coburg
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 29 current infrastructure and development projects inside Coburg, worth an estimated $5.7 billion. A further 111 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $113.3 billion. 34 are already under construction and 40 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics 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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Developments in public infrastructure, major local projects, and planning changes have a significant influence on local performance. In total, AreaSearch has identified 42 projects that are expected to impact the locality. Key developments include the Pentridge Precinct, the Coburg Health and Community Services Precinct, the Holstep Health Community Hub in Coburg, and the Sydney Road Transport Corridor Upgrade, with the primary projects outlined below.
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Pentridge Precinct
A landmark $2.2 billion mixed-use redevelopment of the heritage-listed former Pentridge Prison site in Coburg, comprising two adjoining precincts and spanning historical and modern residential, retail, and commercial spaces. Construction continues across multiple stages including the Cascade Square towers and ongoing masterplanned residential expansion by developers Shayher Group, Salvo, and Blue Earth Group.
Coburg Health and Community Services Precinct
An integrated health and community services precinct on a 14,500 square metre vacant site next to the Coburg Civic Centre, on the corner of Bell Street and Pentridge Boulevard. The development comprises three multi-storey buildings to be delivered in stages and will house a community hospital, a GP super clinic, a mental health facility, residential aged care, allied health services, a childcare centre, and food and drink premises. Over 50 percent of services will be delivered by community and not-for-profit providers, including Merri Health.The masterplan also incorporates the retention and refurbishment of the heritage-listed Coburg Bluestone Cottage complex, which will continue to be operated by the Coburg Historical Society as a local history museum, alongside a new multi-purpose facility and historic-themed garden. A planning permit was issued by Merri-bek City Council on 30 April 2026, with construction expected to commence in late 2026. The project is forecast to support up to 1,000 local jobs.
Holstep Health Community Hub (Coburg)
An integrated community health and wellbeing hub consolidating primary care, mental health, dental, and pharmacy services. The project involves the conservation of the heritage-listed Bluestone Cottage and the construction of a modern medical facility. Developed by Holstep Health (a merger of Merri Health and Banyule Community Health) in partnership with the Victorian Government, the hub addresses local service gaps in GPs and aged care.
Coburg Library and Piazza
A new 60 million dollar civic project featuring a four-storey, glass-fronted public library of around 3,000 square metres alongside a 2,000 square metre public piazza. The winning concept was designed by a multidisciplinary team led by Sydney practice Durbach Block Jaggers in collaboration with Architecture Associates and Openwork, selected from a four-team shortlist by an independent jury chaired by Victorian Government Architect Jill Garner and unanimously endorsed by Council in February 2026. The library will include cultural and community uses such as a cafe, artist studios and exhibition spaces, while the piazza will provide a multifunctional gathering space with increased tree canopy and water sensitive urban design.The project sits on the south-eastern portion of the Waterfield Street West car park site (excluding the Coles supermarket building) and forms the catalyst first stage of the broader Coburg is Here revitalisation framework. Community engagement on the draft concept design ran from 13 March to 24 April 2026, with detailed design to follow, construction starting mid-2028 and opening scheduled for late 2029.
Sydney Road Coburg BTR (511-537)
Build-to-rent-to-own mixed-use development by Assemble featuring 326 apartments across 8 levels, offices, street-level cafe, rooftop BBQ area, and central green spine. Includes 195 affordable housing units with an estimated end value of $147 million.
The Avenue, Coburg
Development Victoria is transforming the former Kangan Batman TAFE site into a vibrant residential community with up to 275 apartments, including build-to-sell and build-to-rent options with at least 10% affordable housing. Key features include indoor and outdoor communal spaces, a new public park, and 80sqm retail space. Early works including demolition and site remediation are underway, with main construction starting late 2025.
Brunswick Level Crossing Removal Project
Removal of eight level crossings on the Upfield Line in Brunswick from Park Street to Albion Street, building two new elevated stations, transforming the Upfield Bike Path, and complementing transport improvements along the Sydney Road corridor.
45 Pentridge Boulevard Development
Permit-approved 16 storey mixed-use tower with about 201 apartments and ground floor retail at the gateway to the Pentridge precinct. The 1,100 sqm corner site (with existing basement) was sold by Golden Peak Developments to an undisclosed private developer in Nov 2024 for AUD 9.75m. Project remains permit-ready while ownership advances delivery pathway.
17,098 residents of Coburg are employed, from a labour force of 18,309. Unemployment sits at 6.6%, with participation at 71.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 25,041, about 85% 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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Coburg boasts a highly educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of 6.6%, and 4.2% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 17,098 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.8% above Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%, and workforce participation is broadly similar to Greater Melbourne's 70.2%. Based on Census responses, a high 44.1% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services.
The locality shows a particularly high concentration of jobs in education & training, which is 1.4 times the regional average. On the other hand, construction workers are underrepresented, making up only 6.7% of the workforce compared to the metropolitan average of 9.7%. This mostly residential community seems to offer a modest number of local jobs, as shown by comparing the number of employed residents to the local working population recorded in the Census. Based on AreaSearch assessments of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from local areas, during the 12 months ending March 2026, local employment grew by 4.2% and the labor force expanded by 3.8%, which led to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 0.4 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1% and labor force growth of 2.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point increase in its unemployment rate. Forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide additional context on future employment trends in the suburb of Coburg. These five and ten-year projections have been mapped against the local industry profile to estimate future trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expansion rates vary widely across different sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to the local workforce mix suggests that employment in the suburb of Coburg will rise by 6.9% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, assuming a basic weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population changes.
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Median household income in Coburg is $2,065 a week (about $107,000 a year), with median personal income at $894 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $58,713 a year against an average of $73,658. 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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The latest postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023 indicates that incomes in the suburb of Coburg exceed national benchmarks, showing a median income of $58,713 and an average income of $73,658. These figures compare to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since the financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $64,361 (median) and $80,744 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Coburg around the 67th national percentile.
Looking at the brackets, 31.5% of the population, representing 9,283 people, earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, which is similar to the metropolitan average of 32.8% for this group. The high percentage of top earners, with 31.4% making over $3,000 weekly, points to robust financial capacity in the community. Housing costs consume 15.0% of total income, while strong weekly earnings place locals in the 72nd percentile for disposable income, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 8th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Coburg had 10,230 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 65% detached houses and 10% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $430 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 20.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in the suburb of Coburg at the time of the latest Census consisted of 65.2% standalone houses and 34.8% alternative dwellings, such as townhouses and units, compared to Melbourne's metropolitan average of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, home ownership rates in the suburb of Coburg were higher than the metropolitan average at 33.1%, with the remaining properties being purchased with a mortgage (32.9%) or occupied by tenants (34.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the Greater Melbourne average at $2,167, and the median weekly rent was $430, compared to metropolitan averages of $2,000 and $390 respectively.
On a national scale, mortgage commitments in the suburb of Coburg are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Coburg counted 10,230 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 11,345 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the majority of homes at 65.8%, consisting of couples with children at 29.9%, couples without children at 25.1%, and single-parent households at 9.2%. The remaining 34.2% consists of non-family households, including lone-person households at 25.3% and group housing at 9.0% of the total. The median household size is 2.5 residents, which is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
45.4% of adults in Coburg hold a university qualification, including 27.2% with a bachelor degree and 13.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 80% of areas nationally. A further 12.1% hold a vocational qualification. 14 schools serve the area, with 5,742 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 attainment in the suburb of Coburg is higher than the broader averages, with 45.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 33.4% in Victoria. This educational profile positions the locality well for knowledge-based industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 27.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 13.2% and graduate diplomas at 5.0%. Vocational training accounts for 21.8% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas at 9.7% and certificates at 12.1%. Enrolment in education is strong, with 28.5% of the local population currently undertaking formal studies.
This includes 8.7% studying at a tertiary level, 7.6% attending primary school, and 5.9% enrolled in secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Coburg reaches 134 stops on 16 routes, timetabled for about 12,700 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 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 data shows 134 active stops operating in the suburb of Coburg, including a combination of light rail and buses. These stops are serviced by 16 separate routes, which together accommodate 12,727 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 174 meters from their nearest stop. Because it is primarily a residential area, the majority of working residents commute to other areas, with private vehicles being the main method at 67%, followed by trains at 10% and cycling at 6%. The average number of vehicles per dwelling is 1.0, which is lower than the metropolitan average.
A high proportion of residents, at 44.1%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic lockdowns. Service frequency averages 1,818 trips per day across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 94 weekly trips per stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 closest stops to the center of the locality.
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67.9% of residents in Coburg report no long-term health condition. 6.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators in the suburb of Coburg are aligned with national averages, according to AreaSearch analyses of mortality and chronic illness rates, with common conditions being slightly more frequent than average across both youth and elderly brackets, and the level of private health insurance coverage is high at approximately 56% of the population, which equates to about 16,479 people. The most prevalent health conditions recorded locally were mental health challenges and asthma, which affect 11.5% and 8.1% of residents respectively, while 67.9% of the population reported no chronic conditions compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Health profiles among working-age residents are typical. Residents aged 65 and over represent 13.7% of the population, or 4,037 individuals, which is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%, and national health rankings are generally consistent with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
30.7% of Coburg residents were born overseas and 32.6% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (18.6%) and Australian (16.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Coburg exhibits higher cultural diversity than most areas, with 30.7% of residents born outside Australia and 32.6% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religion, representing 39.1% of the population. The most prominent difference from the wider region is in the proportion of Muslim residents, who account for 6.8% of the population, compared to 5.6% across Greater Melbourne. In terms of parent country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups in the suburb of Coburg are English at 18.6%, Australian at 16.6%, and Italian at 12.1%, which is higher than the regional average of 5.2%.
There are also differences in other groups, with Greek ancestry representing 5.7% of the population compared to 2.7% regionally, Lebanese ancestry at 3.6% compared to 0.8%, and Maltese ancestry at 1.0% compared to 1.1%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Coburg is 37. 32.5% 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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With a median age of 37, the suburb of Coburg matches the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and is similar to the national average of 38 years. The 25 to 34 age bracket is highly represented at 20.6% compared to Greater Melbourne, while children aged 5 to 14 make up a smaller proportion at 8.7%. The concentration of residents aged 25 to 34 is higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 grew from 19.0% to 20.6%, while the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 10.0% to 8.7%.
Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate shifts in the local age structure, led by the 45 to 54 group which is expected to grow by 64%, increasing by 2,398 people from 3,772 to 6,171.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Coburg
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 29 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 — 598 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (26,574 at the 2021 Census → 29,470 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 (SAL20596). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.