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Collingwood (Vic.) has an estimated 11,383 residents, up from 9,179 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,204 people, or 24.0%. Growth has averaged 2.7% a year over five years, faster than 93% of areas nationally. 115 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 75.0% of that increase. That puts 8,963 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 evaluation of ABS demographic releases for the wider region, and recent address points validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Collingwood (Vic.) has a population estimated at approximately 11,383 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,204 people (24.0%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted a population of 9,179 people. The adjustment is derived from the resident population of 11,383, which AreaSearch estimated after analyzing the June 2025 ERP data release from the ABS alongside an additional 115 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This population level translates to a density ratio of 8,963 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top 10% of national locations assessed by AreaSearch, indicating that land here is an extremely sought-after resource. The 24.0% expansion in the suburb of Collingwood (Vic.) since the 2021 census outpaced the state (9.3%) and the national average, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth, contributing approximately 75.0% of the overall population gains in recent times, though all other contributors, such as interstate migration and natural growth, remained positive. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 regions lacking this data, AreaSearch uses the 2023 Regional/LGA projections from the VIC State Government, adjusting them through a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age brackets from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, the suburb of Collingwood (Vic.) is projected to experience exceptional growth, ranking in the top 10 percent of national statistical areas, with an expected increase of 6,365 persons by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, which is a 55.9% total rise over the 16 years.
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208 new dwellings have been approved in Collingwood (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 41 a year. That places the area in the 50th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 24 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 4% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 21, well below 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 analysis of ABS building approval statistics distributed from statistical area data, Collingwood has seen an average of about 41 new home approvals annually, translating to an estimated 208 homes over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 20 approvals have been documented so far. With an average of 6.8 new residents per year arriving per constructed dwelling during the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand is significantly outrunning new supply, which typically drives price growth and intensifies competition among buyers, while new developments are built at an average cost of $1,543,000, indicating that developers are focusing on the premium end of the market with upscale properties.
Additionally, there have been $182.3 million in commercial approvals recorded this financial year, showing robust local commercial activity. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Collingwood has about two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person, placing it in the 9th percentile of areas evaluated nationwide, which limits options for buyers and supports demand for existing properties. Newly approved developments consist of 4.0% detached houses and 96.0% townhouses or apartments. This preference for denser living options offers more affordable entry points and appeals to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. With approximately 2048 people for every dwelling approval, Collingwood displays a highly mature market. Looking ahead, Collingwood is projected to add 6,365 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. At the current pace of construction, residential supply may struggle to keep up with population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Collingwood (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 25 current infrastructure and development projects inside Collingwood (Vic.), worth an estimated $3.25 billion. A further 175 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $124.4 billion. 71 are already under construction and 80 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 works, and planning updates have a significant impact on local performance. In total, AreaSearch has tracked 44 projects likely to influence the area. Notable developments include Walk Up Village, 40R - Rokeby Place, Acteo Group Collingwood Showroom, and Derby Street by Milieu, with the primary projects of interest outlined in the list below.
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Acteo Group Collingwood Showroom
A four-storey automotive sales and service facility designed by David Earle Architects for Acteo Group (Ateco). The development involves the amalgamation of several sites to create a flagship showroom hub for brands including Maserati, Renault, and Dodge Ram. The facility features ground-floor vehicle displays, upper-level workshops and repair stations, and rooftop vehicle storage, replacing a former pharmacy and industrial warehouse buildings.
Eastern Freeway Upgrades: Hoddle Street to Burke Road
As part of the North East Link Program, this project involves a major overhaul of 6km of the Eastern Freeway. Key features include adding one new lane in each direction between Chandler Highway and Burke Road, building the final 6km of the dedicated Eastern Busway, and constructing a new walking and cycling bridge over the Yarra River. Major construction commenced in early 2026, with works in May 2026 including extensive piling operations, drainage works, and the installation of Intelligent Transport System technology.
Walk Up Village
A 13-storey mixed-use development inspired by Mediterranean hilltop villages. Features twin interconnected towers with a 118-key hotel, creative co-working spaces, retail, artist studios, galleries, community spaces, cinema, restaurants and a rooftop garden. Designed by London-based 6a architects with Dan Pearson Studio landscaping. The project reinterprets local industrial vernacular to celebrate multiculturalism and an openness to the public.
Amendment C271yara - Fitzroy and Collingwood Built Form Controls
Planning scheme amendment proposing permanent built form controls for 12 activity centres across Fitzroy and Collingwood via 12 Design and Development Overlay Schedules (DDOs). Controls cover building heights, street wall heights, upper level setbacks and shadowing requirements to balance growth and heritage protection. Exhibited November 2024 to February 2025. Council resolved in October 2025 to refer the amendment to the Yarra Activity Centres Standing Advisory Committee. The Minister referred the draft to the SAC on 23 December 2025, with the Department of Transport and Planning circulating draft Built Form Overlay schedules in February 2026.
46-52 Smith Street Office & Wellness Centre
A six-storey boutique office development including ground-floor retail and a premium gymnasium. The project features the restoration of the existing heritage facade, maintaining the commercial and historic character of the Smith Street precinct.
40R - Rokeby Place
40R - Rokeby Place is a flagship commercial precinct in Collingwood featuring two 13-storey office towers. The development provides approximately 18,421 sqm of premium lettable area with floorplates ranging from 967 to 1,762 sqm. Key amenities include a business lounge, wellness center, rooftop garden with recreational facilities, and high-quality end-of-trip spaces. The project targets a 5.5-star NABERS rating and carbon-neutral operations, incorporating sustainable design elements like natural ventilation and reduced embodied carbon.
Islington St, Collingwood
An $88 million two-tower commercial office development designed by Grimshaw Architects. The project reimagines a 100-year-old warehouse into an A-grade workplace with approximately 19,400 sqm of net lettable area, ground-floor retail, and lush communal terraces. The design emphasizes health and wellbeing with natural ventilation and extensive outdoor amenity.
Derby Street by Milieu
A boutique sustainable development of 22 residences designed by Studio Bright in Collingwood. The project is fossil fuel-free, featuring EV charging infrastructure, V-ZUG appliances, and high-performance double glazing, all integrated into a design that respects the local heritage character.
7,553 residents of Collingwood (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 8,296. Unemployment sits at 9.0%, with participation at 81.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.4% 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 15,800, about 139% 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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Collingwood has a highly educated workforce with a strong presence of professional services, an unemployment rate of 9.0%, and an estimated employment growth of 3.6% over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 7,553 residents are employed, while the unemployment rate is 4.2% higher than Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%, showing room for improvement, and workforce participation is exceptionally high at 81.6% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne. Census responses indicate that a significant 53.0% of residents worked from home, although the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.
Resident employment is primarily clustered in professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The area is highly specialized in professional & technical services, with a workforce share that is 2.1 times the regional average. By contrast, construction is underrepresented, accounting for 4.0% of local jobs compared to the regional average of 9.7%. With 1.5 workers for every resident at the time of the Census, the area serves as an employment hub, hosting more jobs than residents and drawing in workers from nearby localities. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical areas, during the year leading to March 2026, employment grew by 3.6% and the labour force expanded by 3.8%, which led to a 0.2 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same period, Greater Melbourne saw employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.3%, accompanied by a 0.2 percentage point increase. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context on future demand in Collingwood. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local employment mix to project growth paths. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of growth differ greatly by industry. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to Collingwood's current employment distribution suggests local employment will rise by 7.4% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that does not account for local population projections.
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Median household income in Collingwood (Vic.) is $2,130 a week (about $111,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,338 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $70,312 a year against an average of $89,360. 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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Collingwood's income levels rank extremely high nationally, based on the latest ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year. The median income among taxpayers in Collingwood is $70,312 and the average income is $89,360, compared to Greater Melbourne figures of $57,688 and $75,164. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to approximately $77,076 (median) and $97,956 (average) as of March 2026. According to the Census, individual weekly earnings are in the 95th percentile nationally at $1,338. In terms of distribution, 32.2% of the population (3,665 individuals) earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is close to the regional benchmark of 32.8%.
The large proportion of high earners (33.1% earning above $3,000/week) demonstrates strong economic resources in Collingwood. High housing costs take up 18.6% of income, yet strong earnings keep disposable income in the 69th percentile, and the area's SEIFA income ranking is in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Collingwood (Vic.) had 4,489 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 6% detached houses and 68% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 66% rented and 11% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $425 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month, a total housing cost higher than 91% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the mix of dwellings in Collingwood consisted of 5.8% houses and 94.2% other housing types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings in metropolitan Melbourne. Home ownership rates in Collingwood lagged behind the metropolitan average, sitting at 11.0%, with the remaining dwellings occupied by residents with a mortgage (23.2%) or renting (65.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average at $2,167, and the median weekly rent was $425, compared to metropolitan figures of $2,000 and $390.
Nationally, Collingwood's mortgage payments are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Collingwood (Vic.) counted 4,489 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,567 today, averaging 1.9 people each. 9% are couples with children, fewer than in 98% of areas nationally, against 29% couples without children. 43% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up 46.6% of all households, consisting of 8.9% couples with children, 29.3% couples without children, and 7.0% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 53.4%, with lone person households making up 42.6% and group households representing 10.8%. The median household size of 1.9 people is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
60.2% of adults in Collingwood (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 38.0% with a bachelor degree and 17.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 9.8% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,163 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 967 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 Collingwood is considerably higher than regional and national benchmarks, with 60.2% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 33.4% in VIC. This strong educational profile positions the suburb well for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 38.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (17.8%) and graduate diplomas (4.4%). Vocational education accounts for 18.5% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, comprising advanced diplomas (8.7%) and certificates (9.8%). Academic participation is high, with 26.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal studies. This group includes 12.1% in tertiary programs, 4.7% in primary schools, and 3.1% in secondary education.
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Public transport in Collingwood (Vic.) reaches 20 stops on 30 routes, timetabled for about 9,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport analysis identifies 20 active transit stops in Collingwood, including a combination of lightrail services and buses. These stops are served by 30 separate routes, which support 9,893 passenger journeys every week. Transit accessibility is excellent, with residents living an average of 177 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is a residential area, most working residents travel out of the suburb for work, with cars remaining the main transit choice at 45%, followed by walking at 20% and cycling at 9%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.4 per dwelling, which is below the regional average.
A high 53.0% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Service frequency averages 1,413 trips per day across all active routes, which represents approximately 494 weekly trips for each individual transit stop.
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71.4% of residents in Collingwood (Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 3.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 62.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.1 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 demonstrate favorable outcomes for Collingwood residents, with AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and health profiles showing outcomes that align with national averages, low rates of common illnesses among both youth and senior groups, and an exceptionally high rate of private health insurance at roughly 62% of the population (7,062 people). This is higher than the 56.7% rate in Greater Melbourne and the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health conditions recorded in the locality were mental health concerns and asthma, affecting 12.6 and 9.4% of residents, while 71.4% reported having no health issues compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
Health profiles for working-age residents are typical. Residents aged 65 and over make up 7.4% of the local population (842 people), which is lower than the 15.0% share in Greater Melbourne. Health outcomes among seniors are especially positive, with national rankings exceeding those of the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
37.4% of Collingwood (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 26.6% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 77% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (22.4%) and Australian (15.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Collingwood ranks highly for cultural diversity, with 26.6% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 37.4% born outside Australia. Christianity is the largest religion, representing 21.8% of the population. The most prominent overrepresentation is in Judaism, which makes up 0.8% of the population, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. In terms of ancestry, representing the birth country of parents, the three largest groups in Collingwood are English at 22.4% of the population, Australian at 15.7%, and Other at 14.7%. There are also notable differences in ethnic representation: Vietnamese backgrounds account for 3.2% of Collingwood (compared to 1.9% regionally), French accounts for 0.8% (compared to 0.5%), and Polish accounts for 1.0% (compared to 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Collingwood (Vic.) is 33, younger than 86% of areas nationally. 44.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 33, Collingwood is younger than Greater Melbourne at 37 and Australia at 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Collingwood has a larger share of residents aged 25 - 34 (34.7%) and a smaller share of children aged 5 - 14 (6.3%). The proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 is well above the national figure of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 19.1% to 21.0% of the population. In contrast, the 25 to 34 group decreased from 36.4% to 34.7%, and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 11.2% to 9.8%.
Population projections for 2041 predict significant demographic shifts in Collingwood, with the 25 to 34 age bracket expected to grow the fastest at 36%, adding 1,419 residents to total 5,369.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Collingwood (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, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 25 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 — 115 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,179 at the 2021 Census → 11,383 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 (SAL20616). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.