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Frankston has an estimated 39,074 residents, up from 37,331 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,743 people, or 4.7%. 460 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,975 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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Frankston's population is estimated at around 39,074 as of May 2026, according to analysis of ABS demographic updates for the wider area and new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census. This represents an expansion of 1,743 people (4.7%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 37,331 residents. This shift is derived from the resident population of 39,004, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP data release (June 2025) plus an extra 460 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density of 1,975 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the national benchmark locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
The growth of 4.7% in Frankston since the 2021 census was higher than the SA4 region (3.2%) and the SA3 area, positioning the suburb as a regional growth leader. The expansion was largely propelled by overseas arrivals, who accounted for approximately 73.0% of the overall gains in recent times. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline year. For any SA2 regions lacking this data, projections are sourced from the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusted via weighted aggregation of growth from LGA to SA2 scales. Demographic expansion rates by age bracket from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the period 2032 to 2041. Based on these projected demographic changes, a population rise slightly under the national median is anticipated, with the area projected to add 4,442 persons by 2041 using aggregated SA2 projections, representing an overall increase of 11.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
615 new dwellings have been approved in Frankston over the past five years, an average of 123 a year. That is 3.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 128 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 31% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 415, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals allocated from regional data, the suburb of Frankston recorded an average of approximately 123 new dwelling approvals annually, summing to an estimated 615 residential units over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26381 approvals have been registered. With an average of 1.1 people relocating to the area per year for every home built over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, demand and supply appear to be in equilibrium, indicating stable conditions, though recent data indicates this has risen to 5.2 people per home over the last 2 financial years, indicating escalating demand and reduced supply.
Newly built properties have an average construction cost of $579,000, indicating developers are targeting high-end, premium projects. Furthermore, commercial approvals worth $184.7 million have been registered this financial year, pointing to high local business development activity. Relative to Greater Melbourne, the suburb of Frankston exhibits similar per-capita building activity, which supports market equilibrium matching regional trends, even though development has slowed down lately. This building rate is lower than the national average, indicating a mature market and potential development limitations. Recent building approvals consist of 31.0% freestanding houses and 69.0% medium and high-density dwellings. This focus on higher density provides accessible entry-level options and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a distinct shift from the existing housing stock (which stands at 74.0% houses), reflecting a scarcity of development sites alongside changing lifestyle choices and budget constraints. With approximately 466 people per approval, the market shows signs of maturity. Projections indicate that the suburb of Frankston will add 4,372 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Construction activity is keeping pace with these demographic forecasts, although purchasers may encounter increased competition as the number of residents rises.
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Development applications around Frankston
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 20 current infrastructure and development projects inside Frankston, worth an estimated $7.16 billion. A further 59 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $9.31 billion. 21 are already under construction and 23 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, major works, and urban planning changes heavily influence an area's growth. AreaSearch has identified 24 active projects that are expected to impact the locality. Prominent developments include the Frankston Revitalisation Project, Bayside Mixed-Use Precinct Development, Harbour Frankston, and the apartment building at 35-41 Hastings Road, with the key projects listed below.
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Peninsula University Hospital (Frankston Hospital Redevelopment)
The $1.1 billion redevelopment, now officially known as Peninsula University Hospital, reached practical completion and opened to patients on 20 January 2026. The project delivered a new 12-storey clinical services tower, 130 additional beds, 15 new operating theatres, and a rooftop helipad. Key enhancements include expanded women's and children's services, a dedicated paediatric emergency zone, and a new mental health and oncology hub. While the main tower is operational, minor refurbishment of existing hospital areas will continue throughout 2026, with a new community and childcare centre expected by 2028.
Peninsula Link Freeway
A 27-kilometre toll-free freeway connecting EastLink at Carrum Downs to the Mornington Peninsula Freeway at Mount Martha. The project features 14 public art installations, innovative noise walls, and a 23km shared use path. In 2025-2026, the freeway underwent significant pavement reconstruction and maintenance works to ensure long-term road safety.
Bayside Mixed-Use Precinct Development
Major ongoing transformation of Bayside Shopping Centre into a contemporary mixed-use precinct by Vicinity Centres. The project includes retail reconfiguration with elevated precincts, enhanced dining and entertainment offerings, and activated laneways. A significant component is the planned 8-storey A-Grade office tower at 12 Balmoral Walk, providing 14,000 sqm of office space and ground-floor retail. The development targets a 5-Star Green Star rating. As of 2026, the office tower component remains in the planning and leasing phase pending an anchor tenant pre-commitment.
Nepean Boulevard Precinct Revitalisation
A precinct-wide transformation of the Nepean Highway corridor in Frankston into a safe, green boulevard. The project includes intersection upgrades at Overton Road, funded by $25 million from the State Government, and broader precinct works backed by $10 million from Frankston City Council.
Frankston Metropolitan Activity Centre Structure Plan
A 20-year strategic framework implemented via Amendment C160fran, approved on 11 April 2025. The plan guides the transformation of Frankston into a regional waterfront city, targeting 7,500 new dwellings and 2,800 new jobs within the centre by 2041. Key features include building heights ranging from 3 to 16 storeys, the revitalisation of Nepean Boulevard into a green pedestrian-focused corridor, and the creation of six distinct precincts. The plan integrates with the state-led Activity Centre Program to unlock housing diversity and streamline development assessments.
Stotts Hill Estate
Premium residential land subdivision by Pask delivering 44 lots in a hillside setting at Frankston South. Lots range from 512m2 to 1,369m2 across three tree-lined loop roads, with elevated northern boundary sites and split-level opportunities to the south. The estate is titled, with civil works complete and construction underway; the current release is the final stage of lots remaining for sale. Marketing is by Oliver Hume, with design guidelines published by the developer.
Frankston Revitalisation Project
A comprehensive multi-decade urban renewal initiative guided by the Frankston Metropolitan Activity Centre (FMAC) Structure Plan. Major active components include the Harbour mixed-use development at 446-450 Nepean Highway featuring 94 apartments, commercial activation, and key civic public realm upgrades across 13 distinct precincts.
35-41 Hastings Road Apartment Development
Demolition of existing buildings and construction of a 5-storey building comprising 52 apartments, office space, and food and drink premises. The development provides modern residential accommodation close to Frankston Hospital and CBD, contributing to urban consolidation and housing diversity.
19,118 residents of Frankston are employed, from a labour force of 20,737. Unemployment sits at 7.8%, with participation at 63.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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 Frankston possesses a qualified labor force with strong representation in key service sectors, showing an unemployment rate of 7.8% and an estimated annual job growth of 1.2%, according to AreaSearch data compiled from statistical areas. As of March 2026, there are 19,118 working residents, while the unemployment rate is 3.0% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, showing potential for progress, and workforce participation is considerably lower (63.3% versus 70.2% in Greater Melbourne). Census records indicate that a moderate 22.1% of employees worked from home, although this may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.
Resident employment is primarily focused in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The suburb displays a strong specialization in health care & social assistance, representing 1.3 times the regional average share. By contrast, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, making up 5.5% compared to the regional benchmark of 10.1%. Although there are local employment options, a significant number of residents commute outside the suburb for work, as shown by the ratio of working residents to local job numbers in the Census. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from wider areas, the 12-month period saw employment rise by 1.2% while the labor force expanded by 0.4%, leading to a decrease of 0.7 percentage points in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1% and labor force growth of 2.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point increase. National employment predictions from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on future occupational demand in Frankston. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with local workforce distribution to project growth. Although national employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of growth varies widely by industry. Applying these industry-specific projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment in the area should rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, noting this is a basic weighted projection for illustrative purposes and excludes localized population estimates.
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Median household income in Frankston is $1,387 a week (about $72,000 a year), with median personal income at $743 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,016 a year against an average of $61,926. 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 latest postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the suburb of Frankston has a median taxpayer income of $51,016 and an average of $61,926. This sits below the national average and compares to a median of $57,688 and average of $75,164 in Greater Melbourne. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index rise of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be roughly $55,924 for the median and $67,883 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes are relatively low, falling between the 27th and 37th percentiles.
In terms of distribution, the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket is the most common, accounting for 32.3% of residents (12,620 people), which matches the broader region where 32.8% fall into this range. Housing affordability presents significant challenges, with residents retaining only 80.4% of their income, placing the area in the 22nd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Frankston had 15,207 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 74% detached houses and 6% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 40% rented and 26% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $342 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 24.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in the suburb of Frankston at the time of the latest Census consisted of 73.5% standalone houses and 26.5% other dwelling types (including semi-detached properties, units, and alternative housing), compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne. Home ownership rates in the area lagged behind the metropolitan average at 26.4%, with the remaining properties being either mortgaged (33.5%) or rented (40.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 was significantly below the Melbourne metropolitan average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent stood at $342, compared to the metropolitan average of $390.
Across Australia, mortgage payments in the suburb are lower than the national average of $1,863, and rent is below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Frankston counted 15,207 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 80% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 34% 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 make up the majority of households at 62.1%, consisting of 22.2% couples with children, 23.0% couples without children, and 15.7% single parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 37.9%, with lone person households representing 33.9% and group households making up 4.0% of the total. The median household size of 2.2 people is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.3% of adults in Frankston hold a university qualification, including 15.1% with a bachelor degree and 4.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 26.9% hold a vocational qualification. 23 schools serve the area, with 7,537 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,003 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 Frankston faces educational hurdles, with university qualification levels at 22.3%, which is considerably lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This scenario presents both a challenge and an opportunity for focused academic programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 15.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.3%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational skills are well represented, with 40.3% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.4%) and certificates (26.9%). Enrolment in education is remarkably high, with 29.1% of residents currently undertaking formal study.
This comprises 9.3% in primary schooling, 7.0% in secondary schooling, and 5.0% enrolled in tertiary courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Frankston reaches 221 stops on 28 routes, timetabled for about 9,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 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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Public transport networks include 221 active transit stops operating within the suburb of Frankston, consisting of bus services. These locations are connected by 28 separate routes, which together service 9,237 weekly passenger journeys. Transit accessibility is classified as outstanding, with residents living an average of 196 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is a mostly residential area, most commuters travel out of the suburb, and private cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 89%. Motor vehicle ownership averages 1.1 per household, which is below the metropolitan average. About 22.1% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Service frequency averages 1,319 runs daily across all routes, which is about 41 weekly trips for each transit stop. The local map highlights the 100 closest transit stops to the central point of the area.
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62.2% of residents in Frankston report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 81% of areas nationally. 7.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.4% 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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Health statistics show considerable difficulties in the suburb of Frankston, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality and chronic illness rates, with common health conditions being prevalent in both younger and older cohorts, and the rate of private health insurance coverage sitting relatively low at approximately 51% of the population (~20,064 people). This compares to 56.7% for Greater Melbourne. The most prevalent health conditions recorded were mental health challenges and asthma, which affect 11.9% and 9.3% of residents respectively, whereas 62.2% reported being free of any chronic medical conditions compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
The working-age cohort faces notable health difficulties, with higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.0% of the population (7,424 people), which is higher than the 15.0% average in Greater Melbourne. Senior health metrics present some challenges, with national rankings aligning closely with the general public.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Frankston is largely Australian-born, at 75.8% of residents, with 13.0% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.5%) and Australian (24.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Frankston displays above-average cultural diversity, with 13.0% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 24.2% born in other countries. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 40.3% of the local population. However, the most pronounced overrepresentation relative to the region is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of residents compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. In terms of parent country of birth, the three most common ancestries in the suburb of Frankston are English at 29.5%, which is much higher than the regional average of 20.1%, Australian at 24.9%, which is much higher than the regional average of 18.4%, and Irish at 8.4%.
There are also notable differences in other backgrounds: Russian is overrepresented at 0.6% (compared to 0.4% regionally), Hungarian at 0.4% (compared to 0.3% regionally), and Dutch at 1.7% (compared to 1.2% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Frankston is 39. 25.9% 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 39 years in the suburb of Frankston is slightly older than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and close to the national average of 38. Compared to metropolitan Melbourne, the 65 - 74 age bracket is noticeably larger (9.9% locally), while the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller (14.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has grown from 13.9% to 15.5% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has risen from 5.7% to 6.9%. In contrast, the 25 to 34 group has fallen from 15.8% to 14.5%.
Projections for 2041 point to major demographic changes. The 75 to 84 group is set to grow by 44% (1,183 people), rising from 2,696 to 3,880. Demographic aging will persist, with residents aged 65 and older accounting for 58% of the projected growth. Conversely, the 25 to 34 and 35 to 44 age groups are projected to experience population declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Frankston
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 20 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 460 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (37,331 at the 2021 Census → 39,074 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 (SAL20947). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.