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Dandenong has an estimated 32,363 residents, up from 30,127 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,236 people, or 7.4%. 285 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 85.0% of that increase. That puts 2,846 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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Analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region and recent address validations by AreaSearch since the Census indicates the suburb of Dandenong has a population of approximately 32,363 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 2,236 residents (7.4%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 30,127 individuals. The shift is calculated from a resident population of 32,276, estimated by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ABS ERP release, supplemented by 285 validated new addresses added since the Census. This population size results in a density of 2,846 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the upper quartile of Australian areas analyzed by AreaSearch.
The 7.4% growth rate in the suburb of Dandenong since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region (7.0%), making it a regional leader in growth. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth, accounting for approximately 85.0% of the total population gains in recent times. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year, are utilized by AreaSearch for SA2 areas. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch incorporates the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusted by aggregating growth weights from the LGA to the SA2 level. The age structure growth rates derived from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for the period 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transformations, the suburb of Dandenong is projected to experience population growth above the median of areas analyzed by AreaSearch, with an expected increase of 6,434 persons by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level forecasts, representing a total increase of 19.6% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
574 new dwellings have been approved in Dandenong over the past five years, an average of 114 a year. That is 3.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 95 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 20% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 211, 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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Analysis of building approvals from the ABS allocated to local levels shows that approximately 114 new residential properties are approved annually in the area, with a total of 574 homes approved over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 194 approvals have been documented. Since there has been an average of only 0.2 new residents added annually for each built home over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), residential construction is keeping pace with or running ahead of demand, expanding choices for purchasers and supporting population growth that may outstrip current projections, while new dwellings carry an average construction value of $374,000.
Furthermore, $48.1 million in commercial building approvals have been logged in the current financial year, indicating healthy business investment locally. Per-capita construction activity in the area matches the average of Greater Melbourne, indicating a balanced market in line with the wider metropolitan region. The mix of new construction consists of 20.0% detached houses and 80.0% attached dwellings. This emphasis on medium and high-density housing options provides more economical entry points, appealing to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a clear shift from the existing housing stock, where houses comprise 42.0% of homes, reflecting reduced land availability for development and shifting lifestyle choices and affordability constraints. With approximately 415 people for every approval, the local market shows signs of maturity. Projections indicate the local population will grow by 6,347 residents up to 2041, measured from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimation. Construction is keeping up reasonably well with this projected growth, though home buyers may experience heightened competition as the population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Dandenong
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 16 current infrastructure and development projects inside Dandenong, worth an estimated $3.8 billion. A further 66 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $15.6 billion. 22 are already under construction and 20 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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Local infrastructure projects, planning initiatives, and major developments have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 20 projects that are expected to influence the locality. Key initiatives include the Dandenong Wellbeing Centre, the Webster Street Level Crossing Removal, Dandenong New Art (DNA), and The Lonsdale, with details provided below for the most significant developments.
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Dandenong Wellbeing Centre
A 122.15 million dollar state-of-the-art aquatic and wellness hub being built at Mills Reserve to replace the 45-year-old Dandenong Oasis. The facility will include an indoor 50-metre pool, a 25-metre 10-lane pool, two warm water program pools for hydrotherapy and rehabilitation, a learn-to-swim pool, and a family leisure pool with splashpad. Supporting amenities include a large gymnasium, group fitness studios, more than 200 square metres of allied water lounge and allied health consulting suites, community meeting rooms, a cafe, spa, sauna and steam room, plus an integrated hockey pavilion replacing the existing Mills Reserve facilities.The design features large-span engineered timber beams across the main pool hall and entry foyer, targets a 5 Star Green Star rating, and includes culturally inclusive features such as a parents and prayer room and capacity to isolate the warm water pool for women-only programs. Construction began with a sod-turning ceremony on 5 July 2025 and the centre is on track to open in early to mid 2027. The project is supported by a 20 million dollar Federal Government grant.
Dandenong New Art (DNA)
Redevelopment of the heritage 1920s Masonic Hall at 5 Mason Street into a contemporary art gallery known as Dandenong New Art (DNA). The project includes state-of-the-art exhibition spaces, collection storage, education facilities, workshop spaces, cafe and retail, and community spaces. Originally due to open in mid-2021, the project has been beset by disputes with builder Harris HMC over defective steelworks, COVID-related cost and labour pressures, and delays caused by the need to demolish the adjacent Precinct Energy Plant (PEP) building due to structural deficiencies.The PEP demolition was completed in August 2025. As of mid-2026, the project remains on pause pending procurement of a new contractor, with the total cost now revealed at $15.7 million - nearly four times the original $4 million budget - and completion pushed out to 2028.
Dandenong Community Hub
A multi-purpose community facility planned for central Dandenong on a site bounded by Stuart Street, Clow Street and Sleeth Avenue. The hub is intended to integrate early years services, kindergarten, childcare, maternal and child health, community meeting rooms, maker spaces, a cafe, co-working spaces, a technology hub and outdoor recreational areas. After cost estimates blew out from an original $30 million budget to about $65 million (plus up to $15 million for a basement car park) for a one-storey design, councillors voted on 8 December 2025 to halve the building from around 3,950 square metres to about 1,800 square metres - comparable to the recently completed Keysborough Community Hub.A rescission motion was lodged but at the 26 January 2026 Council meeting the original decision was upheld. Council has approved a redesign comparable in size and budget to the Keysborough Hub, completion of the co-design process, an accelerated program to better attract State and Federal funding, and exploration of public-private partnership options including air rights above the site. The project is being coordinated alongside the Dandenong Market Precinct Plan, which was released for public consultation in March 2026.
Webster Street Level Crossing Removal
Major infrastructure project permanently closing the dangerous Webster Street level crossing and constructing a new road underpass beneath the rail line, connecting Princes Highway-Lonsdale Street to Cheltenham and Hammond roads. The crossing recorded 22 near misses since 2012 and boom gates were down for over 60 minutes during morning peak. Webster Street closed to vehicles at the level crossing in late 2025, making the Cranbourne and Pakenham lines boom gate free, and the new approximately 450m road underpass is on track to open in September 2026, two years ahead of the original 2028 schedule.The project also delivers a new walking and cycling path connecting to the Dandenong Creek Trail and a new signalised intersection at Princes Highway-Lonsdale Street.
Revitalising Central Dandenong Sites 11-15 - Little India Precinct
Stage one of Capital Alliance's Revitalising Central Dandenong Sites 11-15 redevelopment has been approved at 139-157 Thomas Street. The broader mixed-use precinct will deliver a renewed Little India laneway, new homes, shops, cafes, food venues, community space and employment uses near Dandenong Station. Development Victoria reports demolition works for stage one are set to begin soon, with the broader redevelopment planned over multiple stages to 2030 and beyond.
Revitalising Central Dandenong - Sites 11-15
A $2 billion urban renewal project transforming 7 hectares in central Dandenong into a mixed-use precinct. The master plan includes over 470 dwellings, a new Little India retail laneway, 2,500 square metres of community space, a 29-storey hotel, cinema, medical facilities, and a childcare centre. Stage 1 at 139-157 Thomas Street received planning approval in April 2026, with demolition works commencing shortly to prepare for construction. The project is a long-term 20-year delivery scheduled across seven stages to establish Dandenong as Melbourne's second CBD.
The Lonsdale
A 14-storey mixed-use development featuring 112 residential apartments (1, 2, and 3-bedroom options) and ground-floor retail spaces. Designed by DOIG Architecture and built by Promax Building Developments, this contemporary security building represents a significant addition to central Dandenong's skyline. The development features high-end finishes including American Oak engineered timber floors, Caesarstone benchtops, floor-to-ceiling porcelain tiles in bathrooms, and modern stainless-steel kitchen appliances. Located on approximately 1330m2 of land with basement parking over 2 levels.
Viv's Place
Australia's first purpose-built permanent housing facility for women and children escaping domestic violence and homelessness. The 8-storey building provides 60 dual-key apartments with 24/7 on-site support including case management, counselling, and communal spaces. The $30 million trauma-informed project was inspired by New York's Sugar Hill model to break the cycle of intergenerational homelessness.
13,049 residents of Dandenong are employed, from a labour force of 15,451. Unemployment sits at 15.5%, with participation at 59.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 37,895, about 117% 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 local workforce is characterized by diverse skills, with the construction sector showing notable local concentration, while the unemployment rate stands at 15.5%, and employment growth is estimated at 3.3% over the prior year, according to AreaSearch regional aggregations. In March 2026, there were 13,049 employed residents, though the local unemployment rate is 10.8% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, highlighting opportunities for labor market improvement, and participation in the workforce is lower (59.5% relative to 70.2% across Greater Melbourne). Census data shows that a minor 11.8% of residents worked from home, although this should be viewed in light of COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are manufacturing, health care & social assistance, and construction. There is a strong concentration in manufacturing, which has an employment share 2.2 times higher than the metropolitan benchmark. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for only 4.7% of the local workforce compared to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. At the time of the Census, there was a ratio of 0.8 workers for every resident, pointing to a strong presence of local jobs. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader regions shows that over the 12-month period, employment rose by 3.3% and the labor force grew by 3.6%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1% and labor force growth of 2.3%, alongside a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. Industry employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide context for future workforce requirements. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future patterns. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely by sector. Applying these sectoral projections to the local industry mix suggests employment in the area will expand by 5.8% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, representing a basic weighted projection that does not incorporate local population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Dandenong is $1,267 a week (about $66,000 a year), with median personal income at $596 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,402 a year against an average of $52,232. 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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According to the most recent postcode ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the median taxpayer income in the area is $45,402 and the average is $52,232. These figures sit below the national benchmarks, contrasting with the Greater Melbourne median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $49,770 for the median and $57,257 for the average in March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and personal incomes all place between the 11th and 18th percentiles across the country.
The largest income bracket contains 29.7% of local taxpayers (9,611 people) who earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the metropolitan trend where 32.8% of taxpayers fall into the same bracket. Housing cost burdens are significant, leaving only 79.4% of income after housing expenses, placing the area in the 14th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Dandenong had 9,813 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 42% detached houses and 19% apartments. 25% are owned with a mortgage, 55% rented and 21% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $319 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 25.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the most recent Census, the local housing mix consisted of 41.5% houses and 58.5% other dwelling types, such as townhouses, flats, and alternative options, whereas the Greater Melbourne average stood at 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership was lower than the metropolitan average at 20.5%, with the remaining dwellings occupied by households with a mortgage (24.5%) or renting households (54.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,517 was lower than the metropolitan average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $319, compared to $390 across Greater Melbourne.
On a national scale, local mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Dandenong counted 9,813 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 10,541 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 19% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families comprise the majority of households at 65.2%, consisting of couples with children (31.5%), couples without children (18.5%), and single parents (13.3%). Non-family households account for the remaining 34.8%, with single-person households representing 27.3% and group households making up 7.4%. The average household size is 2.8 people, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
24.6% of adults in Dandenong hold a university qualification, including 16.0% with a bachelor degree and 7.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 16.8% hold a vocational qualification. 14 schools serve the area, with 4,745 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 957 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 region shows lower rates of higher education, with university qualifications held by 24.6% of residents compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This highlights a gap and a potential focus area for educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 16.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees (7.1%) and graduate diplomas (1.5%). Vocational training is common, with 27.9% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (16.8%). There is a high level of educational enrollment in the area, with 34.5% of residents currently studying.
This group includes 10.1% attending primary schools, 7.8% in secondary education, and 6.0% undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Dandenong reaches 164 stops on 51 routes, timetabled for about 10,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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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Analysis of the local transit network shows 164 active public transport stops, providing a combination of train and bus connections. These stops are served by 51 distinct routes, which accommodate 10,336 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 161 meters from their nearest transit stop. The area is primarily residential, resulting in a high rate of outward commuting. Private vehicles are the primary mode of travel for 82% of commuters, while 8% travel by train and 6% by bus. Car ownership averages 1.1 vehicles per household, which is below the metropolitan average.
A relatively low 11.8% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Service frequency averages 1,476 daily trips across the transit network, representing approximately 63 weekly trips per stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 closest transit stops to the central point of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
77.1% of residents in Dandenong report no long-term health condition. 8.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.9 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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Based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality and chronic disease rates, health outcomes in the area are below average. The prevalence of common conditions across the general population is moderate, though it is higher than the national average among older cohorts, and private health coverage is low, held by approximately 48% of the population (~15,395 people). This compares to a coverage rate of 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and diabetes are the most common diagnoses, affecting 6.9% and 5.5% of local residents, respectively, while 77.1% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
The working-age cohort exhibits good health with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older make up 13.4% of the population (4,336 people), which is lower than the Greater Melbourne share of 15.0%. Senior health presents some challenges, though it ranks better nationally than the health profile of the overall local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
66.2% of Dandenong residents were born overseas and 73.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 98% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (9.2%) and Australian (8.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The area displays high levels of cultural diversity, with 73.8% of the population speaking a language other than English at home and 66.2% born outside Australia. The most common religious affiliation is Islam, accounting for 37.9% of residents, compared to 5.6% across Greater Melbourne. In terms of parent country of birth, the top three ancestries are Other at 47.5% of the population (above the metropolitan average of 14.6%), English at 9.2% (below the metropolitan average of 20.1%), and Australian at 8.6% (below the metropolitan average of 18.4%). There are also specific ethnic groups with notable local concentrations: Serbian ancestry is represented at 1.9% (compared to 0.4% across the region), Sri Lankan at 2.1% (compared to 0.8% regionally), and Russian at 0.6% (compared to 0.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Dandenong is 33, younger than 86% of areas nationally. 31.9% 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 the local population is 33, which is younger than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and the national average of 38. Compared to the metropolitan area, there is a higher proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 (19.2%) and a lower proportion of those aged 55 - 64 (8.6%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 5 to 14 grew from 11.9% to 12.5%, while the 25 to 34 cohort decreased from 20.7% to 19.2%. Long-term population forecasts to 2041 point to demographic shifts, with the 45 to 54 cohort projected to expand the most by 35%, adding 1,232 people to reach a total of 4,728, while the 0 to 4 age group is expected to increase by a modest 5% (112 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Dandenong
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 | Jul 2026 last month all 16 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 Jul 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 — 285 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (30,127 at the 2021 Census → 32,363 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 (SAL20707). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.