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Coldstream (Vic.) has an estimated 2,196 residents. The population has thinned by an average 0.7% a year over five years, slower than 92% of areas nationally. Density is about 40 people per 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 analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census Coldstream's population is estimated at around 2,196 as of May 2026. This reflects a decrease of 3 people (0.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 2,199 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 2,175, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 1 validated new addresses since the Census date. This level of population equates to a density ratio of 39 persons per square kilometer, a level providing ample space per person.
Population growth for the area was primarily driven by natural growth that contributed approximately 53.0% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023 with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. As we examine future population trends, an above median population growth of Australian statistical areas is projected, with the area expected to expand by 343 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting reflecting an increase of 14.7% in total over the 16 years.
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Property projections by AreaSearch from building statistics indicate that the suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) averages approximately 1 approved home annually, yielding a total of 6 residential building permits over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, no building approvals have been registered. As the number of inhabitants has decreased recently, the volume of housing remains sufficient to meet local requirements, maintaining a balanced environment with healthy options for purchasers. In comparison to Greater Melbourne, building output in the suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) is substantially restricted, sitting 86.0% below the regional per capita norm.
This minimal expansion of housing options tends to maintain demand and prop up values for established residential properties. This level also falls short of the countrywide average, demonstrating the mature state of the local market and pointing to possible zoning constraints. Current residential construction consists of 50.0% standalone houses and 50.0% semi-detached, townhouse, or apartment units. This shift toward higher-density properties introduces more affordable entry points, drawing interest from downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a distinct shift away from historical housing structures, which currently comprise 99.0% traditional houses, indicating a decreasing availability of raw land alongside changing lifestyle demands and affordability challenges. Looking forward, the suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) is projected to add 322 residents by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. If current building rates do not accelerate, residential supply may fail to keep pace with population expansion, which would likely increase competition among buyers and support upward pressure on values.
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Development applications around Coldstream (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 63 current infrastructure and development projects close to Coldstream (Vic.), worth an estimated $4.57 billion. 13 are already under construction and 19 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation 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 construction works, and municipal planning strategies significantly influence the development of a region. A total of 8 projects have been noted by AreaSearch as having potential impacts on the surrounding community. Notable developments include Stage 1 of the Yarra Valley Trail, the food waste energy plant in Lilydale, the residential development at Kinley Estate on the site of the former Lilydale Quarry, and the implementation of the Lilydale Structure Plan, with details on the most significant works provided below.
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Lilydale Food Waste to Energy Facility
A $48 million anaerobic digestion facility built at Yarra Valley Water's Lilydale Sewage Treatment Plant, processing approximately 55,000 tonnes of commercial food waste annually. The facility generates up to 39,000 kilowatt hours of electricity per day - around 35 per cent of Yarra Valley Water's energy needs - powering the facility itself and the adjacent Lilydale Sewage Treatment Plant, with surplus exported to the grid. It reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 24,700 tonnes per year (equivalent to removing 23,000 cars from the road).The facility received its first commercial food waste delivery in late 2025 and is ramping up operations, with electricity generation expected to begin in early 2026 and full operational capacity reached over the following year. Day-to-day operations are managed by Yarra Valley Water's partner company ReWaste.
Yarra Valley Trail Stage 1
Shared trail connecting Chirnside Park to Lilydale providing safe cycling and walking infrastructure. Part of broader Yarra Valley Trail network promoting active transport and recreational opportunities in the region.
Chapel Street Lilydale Drainage Improvements
Design and construction of drainage improvements to address flooding issues in Chapel Street, Lilydale. Initially allocated $50,000 in the 2024-25 budget for investigation and design, with an additional $386,000 in the 2025-26 budget for construction.
Lilydale Structure Plan Implementation
Comprehensive strategic planning initiative to guide future development and urban renewal across Lilydale township for the next 20-30 years. Includes residential growth areas, commercial development, transport infrastructure, community facilities, environmental protection measures, improving connectivity, enhancing the public realm, supporting mixed-use development, preserving heritage character, and creating a more vibrant and sustainable community hub that integrates with transport infrastructure.
Kinley Estate (Former Lilydale Quarry)
Kinley is a 163-hectare masterplanned community transforming the former Lilydale (Cave Hill) Quarry into a sustainable, transit-oriented neighbourhood in Melbourne's east. The project will deliver approximately 3,200 dwellings across multiple precincts, including house-and-land lots, townhomes, and future apartment sites. Key features include a 6-Star Green Star Communities rating, repurposing of heritage dairy buildings, silos and kilns into a Heritage Quarter, and a future mixed-use Village Centre. Stages 1-4 are fully settled; active land releases continue in newer precincts including Heartridge.Earthworks involving over 3 million cubic metres of compacted fill are ongoing to prepare the former quarry pit for future development stages, with completion expected around 2040.
Morrison Reserve Master Plan 2024-2039
A 15-year master plan for Morrison Reserve adopted by Yarra Ranges Council on 28 May 2024. The first funded implementation stage, the Youth Activation and Bike Park project, is now under construction by Warrandale Industries following contract award. The works include an all-abilities bike park, youth activation spaces, social areas and associated public facilities, with completion expected during 2026. The broader master plan continues to guide future staged upgrades to sporting, recreation and pathway infrastructure through 2039.
Lilydale Station Upgrade and Level Crossing Removal
Major infrastructure project that relocated Lilydale Station to better integrate with the town centre, created new elevated station with improved accessibility, removed level crossings making the Lilydale line Melbourne's first boom-gate free rail line, and enhanced walking/cycling connections to the Warburton Trail.
Mount Evelyn Water Treatment Plant
A critical back-up disinfection facility designed to secure Melbourne's drinking water supply during extreme weather, power failures, or maintenance at the Silvan Reservoir. The project treats water from three major underground mains that serve approximately 50 percent of Melbourne. To preserve local native flora, the plant footprint was reduced by 25m2 and the access road narrowed. Current 2026 works include mechanical and electrical fit-out, building enclosure, and connecting major water mains.
1,237 residents of Coldstream (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 1,277. Unemployment sits at 3.1%, with participation at 73.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,641, about 166% 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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The suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) features a diverse workforce containing a mix of professional and manual labor roles, with building and construction showing high representation, a low jobless rate of 3.1%, and steady employment conditions over the preceding year, according to aggregated regional statistics. In March 2026, there were 1,237 employed local residents, and the unemployment rate was 1.6% lower than the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, while participation in the workforce was typical at 73.3% compared to 70.2% across Greater Melbourne. Census figures indicate that a moderate 21.1% of working residents performed their jobs from home, although this should be viewed in light of pandemic-era restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for residents are building, manufacturing, and retail commerce. The local workforce is heavily specialized in construction, with its employment concentration sitting at 2.1 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, professional and technical services are underrepresented, accounting for 4.3% of local jobs compared to 10.1% across the wider region. With 1.9 workers active for every local resident at the time of the Census, the community acts as a regional employment hub, offering more jobs than it has working residents and drawing commuters from neighboring locations. Analysis of statistical data reveals that over the 12-month timeframe, the local workforce expanded by 0.5% while total jobs fell by 0.2%, resulting in a 0.6 percentage point increase in the jobless rate. During the identical timeframe, Greater Melbourne saw jobs grow by 2.1% and its workforce expand by 2.3%, with its unemployment rate rising 0.2 percentage points. Federal employment projections from May-25 offer additional perspective on future labor requirements. These five and ten-year predictions have been compared to the local workforce makeup to project local trends. While countrywide employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of growth fluctuate widely by sector. Projecting these industry trends onto the local labor structure suggests employment in the suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) will rise by 5.7% over five years and 12.0% over ten years, assuming a basic weighted calculation that does not factor in local demographic projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Coldstream (Vic.) is $1,913 a week (about $99,000 a year), with median personal income at $827 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,040 a year against an average of $69,593. 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 suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) has a median taxpayer income of $55,040 and an average of $69,593, based on postcode data from the ATO for financial year 2023. This is slightly above the national average, contrasting with Greater Melbourne's median income of $57,688 and average income of $75,164. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $60,335 (median) and $76,288 (average) as of March 2026. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes in Coldstream cluster around the 57th percentile nationally.
Income brackets indicate 38.4% of the population (843 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, reflecting patterns seen the surrounding region where 32.8% similarly occupy this range. After housing, 86.1% of income remains for other expenses and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Coldstream (Vic.) had 753 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 1% apartments. 51% are owned with a mortgage, 14% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $371 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,809 a month. Rent absorbs 19.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.8%. 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 property types in the suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) at the time of the Census consisted of 99.1% standalone houses and 0.9% alternative housing options like townhouses or apartments, compared to metropolitan Melbourne where houses make up 67.9% and alternative dwellings constitute 32.1%. Home ownership rates in the area were significantly higher than the metropolitan average, sitting at 35.0%, with remaining properties held under a mortgage (51.4%) or occupied by tenants (13.7%). Typical monthly home loan payments were below the metropolitan Melbourne average at $1,809, and the typical weekly rent was $371, compared to metropolitan averages of $2,000 and $390.
Globally across Australia, mortgage payments in the suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) are lower than the national median of $1,863, and rents are below the countrywide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Coldstream (Vic.) counted 753 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 38% are couples with children, against 30% couples without children. 17% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 81.0%, which is composed of 37.7% couples raising children, 30.3% couples without children, and 11.2% single parent households. The remaining 19.0% consists of non-family arrangements, with single occupant homes representing 17.4% and group living situations comprising 2.1% of the total. The typical household size of 2.8 occupants exceeds the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
15.4% of adults in Coldstream (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 10.5% with a bachelor degree and 3.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 34.2% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 109 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,030 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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The suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) shows lower rates of tertiary education, with university graduates making up 15.4% of the population, which is below the metropolitan Melbourne average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher education qualification at 10.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.0% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Conversely, vocational and technical qualifications are highly prevalent, with 44.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.7% and certificates at 34.2%. A significant proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 27.4% of residents enrolled in an educational program.
This student cohort includes 10.5% in primary schools, 7.3% in high schools, and 3.0% attending higher education institutions.
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Public transport in Coldstream (Vic.) reaches 15 stops on 3 routes, timetabled for about 190 services a week. The typical home sits about 220 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 2.1 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport infrastructure includes 15 active bus stops located within the suburb of Coldstream (Vic.). These stops are served by 3 distinct bus routes, which combined provide 192 passenger journeys per week. The accessibility of public transit is favorable, with houses situated an average of 224 meters from the closest stop. Because the area is mainly residential, the majority of working residents travel outside the suburb for employment, with private vehicles serving as the primary transit mode for 92% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership stands at an average of 2.1 cars, which is higher than the regional metropolitan average.
According to the 2021 Census, 21.1% of residents worked from home, which may be influenced by pandemic-related restrictions. Public transport schedules show an average of 27 services daily across all active routes, which translates to roughly 12 weekly services at each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
66.9% of residents in Coldstream (Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 4.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.5 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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Medical statistics show positive results for residents of the suburb of Coldstream (Vic.), with overall health metrics and mortality figures aligning closely with national averages. Common medical conditions are distributed normally across different age groups, and private medical insurance coverage is high, held by approximately 54% of the community, which equates to about 1,193 individuals. This compares to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. Respiratory issues like asthma and mental health concerns are the most frequent medical conditions, affecting 10.2% and 8.4% of residents, respectively, while 66.9% of the population reported no long-term medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Residents of working age display a higher than average rate of chronic illnesses. People aged 65 and over make up 17.9% of the local population, totaling 393 individuals, which is higher than the metropolitan Melbourne rate of 15.0%. Older residents experience particularly favorable health outcomes, ranking higher nationally than the general community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Coldstream (Vic.) is largely Australian-born, at 87.4% of residents, with 4.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.4%) and Australian (30.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Coldstream (Vic.) displays a lower level of multiculturalism compared to wider benchmarks, with 87.4% of residents born locally in Australia, 92.0% holding citizenship, and 95.8% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 40.8% of the local population. However, the most pronounced variation from regional norms is in Judaism, which is practiced by none of the residents, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parents' birthplaces, the three most common heritages are English at 32.4%, which is much higher than the metropolitan average of 20.1%, Australian at 30.6%, also far exceeding the metropolitan rate of 18.4%, and Scottish at 7.7%.
There are also visible differences in other European ancestries, with Dutch heritage accounting for 3.5% of the population compared to 1.2% across the region, Hungarian at 0.5% compared to 0.3% regionally, and French at 0.7% compared to 0.5% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Coldstream (Vic.) is 37. 25.5% 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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The median age of residents is 37, matching the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and sitting close to the national figure of 38 years. The demographic aged 55 to 64 is highly represented at 12.8% relative to the metropolitan average, while young adults aged 25 to 34 are less common at 13.6%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 75 to 84 grew from 5.0% to 6.8% of the population, while the group aged 25 to 34 decreased from 14.5% to 13.6%. Future projections to 2041 indicate notable changes in the age distribution, with the group aged 75 to 84 expected to increase by 41% (an addition of 60 people) to reach 210 from 149, while the youngest cohort aged 0 to 4 is expected to rise by a modest 3% (an addition of 5 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Coldstream (Vic.)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 1 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,199 at the 2021 Census → 2,196 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 (SAL20613). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.