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Frankston South has an estimated 19,392 residents, up from 18,801 at the 2021 Census — a change of 591 people, or 3.1%. 114 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,332 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 analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census the suburb of Frankston South has a population estimated at around 19,392 as of May 2026. This reflects an increase of 591 people (3.1%) since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 18,801 people. The change is inferred from the resident population of 19,374, estimated by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 114 validated new addresses since the Census date.
This level of population equates to a density ratio of 1,331 persons per square kilometer, which is above the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. The suburb of Frankston South's 3.1% growth since census positions it within 0.1 percentage points of the SA4 region (3.2%), demonstrating competitive growth fundamentals. Population growth for the area was primarily driven by overseas migration, which was essentially the sole driver of population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch is adopting ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, as released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch is utilising the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2023 with adjustments made employing a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. As we examine future population trends, a population increase just below the median of national statistical areas is expected, with the suburb of Frankston South expected to grow by 1,930 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, reflecting recording a gain of 9.9% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
217 new dwellings have been approved in Frankston South over the past five years, an average of 43 a year. That is 2.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 49 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 67% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 88, 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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Annual residential building approvals in the suburb of Frankston South average approximately 43 dwellings based on AreaSearch allocations of ABS figures, which equates to an estimated total of 217 homes permitted over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, 81 approvals have been documented. Since only 0.9 new residents per year were added for each constructed dwelling during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, the local supply matches or exceeds demand, enhancing options for buyers and accommodating potential population growth beyond expectations, while new properties carry an average construction value of $678,000, indicating that developers are prioritizing upmarket, high-end builds.
Furthermore, commercial approvals valued at $11.6 million have been registered during this financial year, pointing to a steady pace of business development. Relative to Greater Melbourne, new dwelling approvals per capita in the suburb of Frankston South run at about three-quarters the rate, placing the area in the 45th percentile of locations analyzed across the country, which restricts options for prospective buyers and sustains interest in established houses, even though building activity has recently accelerated. This output is also below the nationwide average, reflecting the established status of the locality and suggesting potential regulatory limitations on development. Recent approvals consist of 67.0% detached houses and 33.0% medium and high-density developments, showing a growing diversity of attached housing formats designed to suit different budgets, from roomy family residences to more compact, entry-level properties. This represents a notable departure from the existing housing stock, where houses make up 86.0% of properties, reflecting a scarcity of vacant land alongside changing lifestyle preferences and budget constraints. The presence of approximately 364 residents for every single dwelling approval underscores the mature nature of this locality. Projections indicate the suburb of Frankston South will expand by 1,912 residents through to 2041, measured from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current building rates persist, residential supply could fall short of this population expansion, which may intensify competition among purchasers and upwardly pressure home prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Frankston South
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Frankston South, worth an estimated $3 million. A further 85 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $9.62 billion. 23 are already under construction and 28 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major projects and planning initiatives have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 10 projects that are expected to influence this locality. Prominent developments include the 59 Culcairn Drive Townhouse Development - Frankston South, the Towerhill Road Schools Precinct Shared Path, the Bayside Mixed-Use Precinct Development, and the Peninsula Link Freeway, with the list below highlighting those of greatest local significance.
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59 Culcairn Drive Townhouse Development - Frankston South
A permit-approved 4-unit townhouse development on a 1,177sqm site in Frankston South. The project provides quality medium-density housing with 3-bedroom dwellings in a leafy suburban setting close to schools, parks, and Frankston amenities. Property recently sold in November 2024 with planning permits in place for construction.
Towerhill Road Schools Precinct Shared Path
Upgrade of approximately 1km of existing footpath into a wider shared user path along Towerhill Road between Overport Road and Frankston-Flinders Road. The active transport project enhances safety and connectivity for students and local residents walking and cycling to surrounding schools and community facilities.
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.
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.
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.
36 Sanders Road Townhouses
A boutique development comprising eight luxurious four-bedroom townhouses over two storeys, featuring premium finishes, multiple living areas, studies, and glimpses of the bay, designed for sophisticated family living in the prestigious suburb of Frankston South.
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.
Harbour Frankston
A 14-level luxury apartment development by Urban DC designed by Fraser & Partners. Features 94 luxury apartments, ground floor retail spaces including a wellness centre and dining, plus a 25-metre rooftop infinity pool, jacuzzi, gym, sauna, wine room, and private dining facilities. Construction commenced May 2025.
10,046 residents of Frankston South are employed, from a labour force of 10,265. Unemployment sits at 2.1%, with participation at 65.0%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 15,707, about 81% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The suburb of Frankston South has a well-educated labor force with strong representation in essential services, showing an unemployment rate of just 2.1% and a stable job market over the prior year, according to statistical data aggregated by AreaSearch. In March 2026, there are 10,046 employed residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 2.6% below the 4.8% rate recorded for Greater Melbourne, while workforce participation is noticeably lower at 65.0% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne. Census records indicate that a high 31.8% of employed locals worked from home, though this figure should be interpreted in the context of pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for working residents are healthcare and social assistance, construction, and education and training. The local workforce is heavily concentrated in construction, representing 1.4 times the proportion seen across the wider region. Conversely, transport, postal, and warehousing jobs are underrepresented, accounting for only 2.8% of workers in the suburb of Frankston South compared to 5.2% in Greater Melbourne. This highly residential locality offers a limited volume of local jobs, as highlighted by the discrepancy between the census-counted local workforce and the resident worker population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, the 12-month period saw employment increasing by 0.3% alongside labour force increasing by 0.3%, keeping the unemployment rate relatively stable. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.3%, with a 0.2 percentage point rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within the suburb of Frankston South. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to the suburb of Frankston South's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Frankston South is $2,038 a week (about $106,000 a year), with median personal income at $862 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,710 a year against an average of $68,441. 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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Tax office statistics from financial year 2023 aggregated by AreaSearch reveal that taxpayers in the suburb of Frankston South earn a median income of $55,710 and an average income of $68,441. These figures align closely with national averages but sit below the Greater Melbourne median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $61,069 for median earnings and $75,025 for average earnings as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places household, family, and individual incomes in the area around the 64th percentile nationwide.
The dominant earning bracket comprises 28.5% of residents (5,526 individuals) who receive between $1,500 and $2,999, mirroring the regional trend of 32.8% in this bracket. Local economic capacity is highlighted by 31.8% of households earning high weekly incomes above $3,000, which drives strong consumer demand. Housing costs consume 14.4% of local incomes, while robust earnings place residents in the 71st percentile for disposable funds, and the local SEIFA income index sits in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Frankston South had 6,820 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 2% apartments. 45% are owned with a mortgage, 17% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $420 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 20.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the last census, residential dwellings in the suburb of Frankston South consisted of 86.0% separate houses and 14.1% other options including semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other property types in metropolitan Melbourne. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Frankston South were much higher than the metropolitan average at 38.7%, while the remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (44.5%) or rented (16.9%). The median monthly home loan payment of $2,167 was higher than the metropolitan Melbourne median of $2,000, and the median weekly rent was $420 compared to the metropolitan median of $390.
On a national level, mortgage payments in the suburb of Frankston South exceed the Australian median of $1,863, while local rents are higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Frankston South counted 6,820 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 23% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 75.5%, which includes couples with children at 37.0%, couples without children at 27.4%, and single-parent homes at 10.6%. The remaining 24.5% consists of non-family households, with single-person homes accounting for 22.9% and group living arrangements representing 1.6%. The median household occupancy stands at 2.6 residents, matching the metropolitan average for Greater Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
30.3% of adults in Frankston South hold a university qualification, including 20.7% with a bachelor degree and 5.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 21.0% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,764 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,046 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 academic credentials of residents in the suburb of Frankston South are notably strong for the region, with tertiary qualification rates at 30.3% of those aged 15 and over, outperforming the SA3 average of 21.6% and the SA4 average of 23.5%, reflecting high community engagement with tertiary study. Undergraduates holding bachelor degrees make up 20.7% of this group, followed by postgraduate degree holders at 5.6% and graduate diploma recipients at 4.0%. Vocational education is also widespread, with 34.6% of residents aged 15 and over possessing technical qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 13.6% and certificates at 21.0%.
Enrolment in education is strong, with 29.4% of local residents actively participating in formal study. This student population includes 10.5% attending primary schools, 9.0% enrolled in high schools, and 4.2% studying at the tertiary level.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Frankston South reaches 65 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 1,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 270 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 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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An assessment of public transport shows that the suburb of Frankston South is served by 65 active bus stops. These locations are connected by 11 separate routes, which combine to offer 1,352 passenger journeys each week. Connectivity is rated as good, with residents living an average of 267 meters from their nearest transit point. Because the suburb is primarily residential, the vast majority of workers travel outside the area to work, and private vehicles remain the primary transit mode at 94%. Households own an average of 1.6 cars, which is higher than the regional average.
A high proportion of residents, 31.8%, worked from home (recorded in the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions). Across all transit routes, service frequencies average 193 journeys per day, which translates to roughly 20 weekly journeys for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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67.4% of residents in Frankston South report no long-term health condition. 5.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.9% 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 outcomes for residents in the suburb of Frankston South are generally positive, with analysis from AreaSearch showing death rates and medical conditions that align with national averages, and the occurrence of common illnesses is low overall, though rates are higher than the national benchmark among older, vulnerable demographics, while private medical insurance coverage is held by approximately 54% of the population (~10,450 people), slightly ahead of the average SA2 area. In comparison, 56.7% of residents across Greater Melbourne hold private coverage. The primary medical diagnoses recorded locally are arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 8.7% and 7.9% of the population respectively, while 67.4% of residents reported having no chronic health issues at all, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Residents under the age of 65 experience better health profiles than the national average. Individuals aged 65 and older represent 22.9% of the local population (4,440 people), which exceeds the 15.0% share seen across Greater Melbourne. Senior health presents some difficulties, as national health rankings for this older cohort are lower than those of the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Frankston South is largely Australian-born, at 77.7% of residents, with 9.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.5%) and Australian (25.7%). 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 South aligns closely with regional averages for cultural mix, with 77.7% of residents born in Australia, 90.2% holding citizenship, and 90.7% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 42.8% of the local population. The most distinct religious divergence is among followers of Judaism, who make up 0.2% of residents compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding family backgrounds and parent country of birth, the three most common ancestries in the suburb of Frankston South are English at 31.5% of the population (well above the regional average of 20.1%), Australian at 25.7% (well above the regional average of 18.4%), and Irish at 8.9%.
There are also small but notable differences in other backgrounds, with Hungarian backgrounds represented at 0.4% (compared to 0.3% across the region), Dutch at 1.9% (compared to 1.2% regionally), and Russian at 0.4% (compared to 0.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Frankston South is 44, older than 76% of areas nationally. 19.2% 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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Having a median age of 44, the suburb of Frankston South is older than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national average of 38. Residents aged 75 to 84 are highly represented at 8.4% compared to metropolitan levels, while young adults aged 25 to 34 are less common at 6.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 10.9% to 12.6%, and the 75 to 84 age group increased from 7.3% to 8.4%, whereas the 25 to 34 demographic shrank from 8.3% to 6.6%.
Demographic projections suggest the age structure will change considerably by 2041, led by an 80% increase in the 85 and over cohort (adding 603 people) to reach 1,360 residents from 756. This aging trend is clear as residents aged 65 and older represent 62% of the projected population growth, while the 25 to 34 and 0 to 4 age groups are expected to experience net decreases in population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Frankston South
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 2025 about a year ago all 1 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 2025. | ||
| 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 — 114 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (18,801 at the 2021 Census → 19,392 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 (SAL20949). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.