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Geelong has an estimated 5,841 residents, up from 5,811 at the 2021 Census. That puts 1,765 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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According to the analysis of ABS updates for the region and address confirmations by AreaSearch since the Census, the population of the suburb of Geelong is calculated to be 5,841 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 30 people (0.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 5,811 residents. This shift is derived from an Estimated Resident Population of 5,792 assessed by AreaSearch using the ABS data release from June 2025, alongside 11 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The resulting population density stands at 1,764 persons per square kilometer, a concentration that exceeds the average for Australian locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
The primary driver of this demographic expansion was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 92.0% of the total population growth over recent periods. For each SA2 region, AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024, using 2022 as the base year. Where SA2 specific figures are unavailable, projections are sourced from the VIC State Government's 2023 Regional/LGA data, adjusted through a weighted aggregation method translating LGA-level expansion to SA2 scales. Age-specific growth rates from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the period from 2032 to 2041. Future projections suggest Geelong is positioned in the highest quartile of non-metropolitan Australian locations for population increases, with aggregated SA2 projections indicating a rise of 1,601 residents by 2041, representing a total expansion of 26.6% over the 16 years.
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227 new dwellings have been approved in Geelong over the past five years, an average of 45 a year. That places the area in the 59th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 54 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 9% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 6, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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AreaSearch evaluations of statistical area building approvals from the ABS show that Geelong averages approximately 45 residential approvals annually, with 227 dwellings authorized over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and a total of 6 approved during FY-26 so far. Because construction generated only 0.2 new residents per built dwelling annually over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, the supply of housing is keeping pace with or outstripping demand, providing buyers with broader options and supporting population increases that may surpass current projections. The average estimated construction cost for these new dwellings is $533,000, which reflects developer interest in high-end, premium properties.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $57.8 million during this financial year, pointing to a strong commercial development pipeline. In comparison to the Rest of Vic., the level of construction activity per capita in Geelong is roughly three-quarters, though it places in the 93rd percentile of all locations evaluated across the nation, showing a recent uptick in building rates. Of the dwellings constructed recently, 9.0% are detached houses, whereas 91.0% consist of medium and high-density structures. This concentration of high-density housing provides more accessible entry points for buyers, attracting individuals looking to downsize, property investors, and first-time home buyers. This trend represents a substantial shift from the current local housing stock, where houses comprise 52.0% of properties, pointing to limited availability of greenfield land and aligning with changing lifestyle choices and housing affordability constraints. The ratio of residents to new building approvals stands at approximately 60 people per dwelling approval, showing a low density market environment. Long-term projections indicate that Geelong is on track to add 1,552 residents by 2041, measured from the latest quarterly figures compiled by AreaSearch. Housing construction is progressing at a reasonable rate relative to this projected growth, though prospective buyers might encounter increased competition as the population continues to expand.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Geelong
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 25 current infrastructure and development projects inside Geelong, worth an estimated $4.08 billion. A further 49 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $8.86 billion. 10 are already under construction and 21 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and business parks & technology hubs. 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 developments, and urban planning initiatives represent key drivers of regional performance. In total, 35 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a potential impact on the local area. Principal developments include the Barwon Women's and Children's Hospital, Cunningham Place, the Geelong Regional Sports Precinct, and The Mill Newtown, with details on the most relevant schemes provided below.
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Barwon Women's and Children's Hospital
The Barwon Women's and Children's project is a flagship health facility being built within the University Hospital Geelong precinct. The new hospital will feature expanded maternity services, a neonatal and parent care unit, paediatric inpatient units, birthing suites, and additional operating theatres. Main construction by Built Pty Ltd officially commenced in February 2025 following the completion of enabling works and the relocation of the Endoscopy and Day Procedure Unit. As of May 2026, the project is in active construction with major structural works progressing.The development is expected to support 1,500 jobs and provide world-class care for families in the Barwon South West region.
Cunningham Place
A 250 million dollar 17-storey mixed-use precinct on a full city block in central Geelong, designed by WMK Architecture for Amber Property Group in partnership with Grace Church (the long-time landowner). The scheme covers around 4,700 square metres bordered by Corio, Gheringhap and Clare streets and Transit Place, and includes 71 luxury apartments, a 168-room international hotel, a 5,000 square metre conference facility with a 650-seat auditorium, a supermarket, medical centre, childcare, co-working spaces, retail tenancies, a private resident cinema and a landscaped Sky Garden.Capped at 60 metres under the Central Geelong Framework Plan, the project sits one block from the Geelong waterfront. The previous building on the site was demolished in 2024 and the site has remained largely cleared since, with apartment sales continuing off the plan via McGrath Geelong. Originally targeted for completion ahead of the (since cancelled) 2026 Commonwealth Games, completion has slipped and is now expected later this decade.
Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre
Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre is a new waterfront convention, exhibition and events venue forming the centrepiece of the Geelong City Deal precinct. Major construction is complete, with testing and final fitout underway ahead of official opening in July 2026. The precinct includes a 1000-seat theatre, 3700 sqm of flexible event space, meeting rooms, food and beverage uses, public plaza, a 200-room Crowne Plaza hotel and future commercial components. It supported more than 1400 construction jobs and is expected to create ongoing jobs in events, tourism, hospitality and services.
Market Square Quarter Masterplan
The Market Square Quarter Masterplan is an ambitious $1 billion urban regeneration vision designed to transform a central city block in Geelong into a vibrant mixed-use civic heart. The proposal involves demolishing the declining shopping centre to create a 5,000 square metre green public space, an outdoor market, a new high-rise building with over 300 residential apartments on the current car park site, retail spaces, a potential supermarket, and the refurbishment of significant heritage buildings and the clock tower.The project is envisioned as a public-private partnership delivering essential housing stock and unlocking major investment for Central Geelong.
Geelong Smart City Initiative
The Geelong Smart City Initiative connects technology, data, and innovation to create a more liveable and sustainable Greater Geelong. It features open data via the Geelong Data Exchange and the 3D Digital Twin Victoria platform for enhanced urban planning and development.
Market Street Laneway Breakthrough
An urban renewal project creating a new open-to-sky north-south pedestrian laneway breakthrough connecting Market Street to Union Street in central Geelong (via demolition at 184-186 Ryrie Street). Inspired by Melbourne's iconic laneways, the project enhances connectivity, urban quality, and opportunities for events and commercial activation as part of the broader Geelong Laneways Action Plan. Construction commenced early 2025 with expected completion in 2026.
Geelong Community Safety Center
A proposed integrated community safety center intended to house police, emergency services, and community support programs to enhance public safety and community engagement in the Geelong region. Note: this specific project could not be independently verified against Victoria Police, Department of Justice and Community Safety, or City of Greater Geelong sources as of this update; details below reflect the source record only.
New Geelong Area School
Proposed new government primary and secondary school for the growing Geelong region. The project is being progressed by the Victorian School Building Authority to provide additional student capacity with contemporary learning environments, STEM facilities, outdoor recreation areas and sustainable design features.
3,353 residents of Geelong are employed, from a labour force of 3,543. Unemployment sits at 5.4%, with participation at 67.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 12,066, about 2.1 times 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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Data aggregated from statistical areas by AreaSearch reveals that Geelong has a highly qualified local workforce with a strong presence in key service sectors, an unemployment rate of 5.4%, and relatively steady job numbers over the prior year. In March 2026, the employed population numbered 3,353 residents, while the local unemployment rate was 1.7% higher than the Regional Vic. rate of 3.7%. Workforce participation is elevated at 67.8%, compared to the 61.1% recorded across Regional Vic. Census statistics indicate that a moderate 24.5% of local workers operated from home, though this figure reflects conditions during Covid-19 lock-downs.
The main industries employing local residents are health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and retail trade. The health care & social assistance sector is particularly dominant locally, with employment levels reaching 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, agricultural, forestry & fishing enterprises account for only 1.0% of the local workforce, which is below the 7.5% average for Regional Vic. With a ratio of 2.7 workers for every resident at the time of the Census, the area serves as a major job hub, hosting a larger number of positions than working residents and drawing commuters from neighboring districts. According to SALM and ABS statistics aggregated by AreaSearch, the 12 months leading up to March 2026 saw a decrease of 1.5% in the size of the local labour force, alongside a 0.5% contraction in the number of employed residents, which resulted in a 1.0 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. Over the identical timeframe, Regional Vic. experienced a 0.1% decline in employment and a 0.3% drop in the labour force, leading to a 0.2 percentage point reduction in unemployment. National forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide additional context regarding future employment trends in Geelong. These projections, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary significantly by sector. Applying these national trends to the specific industry mix of Geelong suggests local employment could expand by 7.3% over five years and 14.9% over ten years, though this is a simple weighted calculation for illustration and does not incorporate local population growth projections.
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Median household income in Geelong is $1,670 a week (about $87,000 a year), with median personal income at $865 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,980 a year against an average of $77,993. The average runs 42% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The most recent postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 shows that residents in the suburb of Geelong earn very high incomes relative to the rest of the country, with a median of $54,980 and an average of $77,993. These figures are higher than the Regional Vic. median income of $50,954 and average income of $62,728. Factoring in a Wage Price Index growth rate of 9.62% since financial year 2023, local income estimates are positioned at roughly $60,269 for the median and $85,496 for the average as of March 2026.
According to Census data, individual weekly income sits in the 61st percentile ($865), whereas household income is in the 45th percentile. The income distribution shows that 30.8% of the local population (representing 1,799 people) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which is very similar to the wider region where 30.3% fall into this bracket. Housing costs place a heavy burden on residents, leaving only 84.3% of income available, which ranks in the 46th percentile, and the SEIFA index places the area in the 7th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Geelong had 2,497 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 52% detached houses and 26% apartments. 21% are owned with a mortgage, 45% rented and 34% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $370 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 22.2% 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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The mix of housing in Geelong at the time of the last Census consisted of 52.1% houses and 47.9% other dwelling types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and miscellaneous accommodation), compared to Regional Vic. where houses made up 90.1% and other dwellings accounted for 9.9%. Home ownership rates in Geelong were lower than the Regional Vic. level, standing at 34.4%, with the remaining properties occupied by households with a mortgage (20.7%) or renting tenants (44.9%). The median mortgage payment in the area was significantly higher than the regional average, recorded at $2,000 per month, while the median weekly rent was $370, compared to Regional Vic.
figures of $1,430 and $285, respectively. On a national level, Geelong's median mortgage costs exceed the Australian average of $1,863, whereas its median rents remain below the country-wide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Geelong counted 2,497 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.0 people each. 18% are couples with children, fewer than in 91% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 39% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 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 local households at 53.3%, which includes couples with children at 17.9%, couples without children at 28.2%, and single-parent households at 6.0%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 46.7% of households, consisting of single-person households at 39.3% and group households at 7.4%. The median household size is 2.0 residents, which is smaller than the average of 2.4 residents observed across Regional Vic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
41.9% of adults in Geelong hold a university qualification, including 26.6% with a bachelor degree and 10.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 75% of areas nationally. A further 16.5% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,124 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,075 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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Attainment of higher education in Geelong is substantially higher than regional benchmarks, with 41.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 21.7% in the Rest of Vic. and 27.3% in the surrounding SA3 region. This educational profile positions the workforce well for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 26.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 10.7% and graduate diplomas at 4.6%. Vocational and technical training is also well represented, with 27.3% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (16.5%).
Enrolment in education is high in the area, with 29.1% of residents currently studying. This student population includes 14.0% attending tertiary institutions, 5.4% enrolled in primary schools, and 4.5% participating in secondary education.
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Public transport in Geelong reaches 47 stops on 48 routes, timetabled for about 10,100 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 1.0 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 options in Geelong include 47 active transit stops, comprising a network of train services. These facilities are served by 48 distinct routes, which accommodate 10,057 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 195 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 70%, followed by walking at 21% and cycling at 2%. Vehicle ownership rates average 1.0 car per household, which is lower than the regional average.
Working from home was recorded for 24.5% of workers during the 2021 Census, a figure that may reflect pandemic restrictions. Transit services average 1,436 trips daily across all local routes, which represents approximately 213 weekly services per transit stop.
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68.6% of residents in Geelong report no long-term health condition. 5.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Evaluations of local health indicators demonstrate positive outcomes throughout Geelong, based on AreaSearch analysis of mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with low rates of common health conditions observed across both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 58% of the population (~3,365 people) holding cover, compared to 50.5% across Regional Vic. The most prevalent health issues reported in the area were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 8.8% and 8.0% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 68.6% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic.
Health indicators for residents under 65 are better than national averages. The suburb has 20.0% of its population aged 65 and over (totaling 1,168 people), which is a lower proportion than the 23.9% average for Regional Vic. Senior residents display strong health outcomes, with national standings generally matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Geelong is largely Australian-born, at 76.0% of residents, with 17.4% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (26.4%) and Australian (22.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Geelong exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than average, with 24.0% of residents born outside Australia and 17.4% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 46.3% of the population. The most pronounced religious divergence is in Judaism, which is practiced by 0.3% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional Vic. Regarding ancestral backgrounds (parental country of birth), the three most common groups in Geelong are English at 26.4%, Australian at 22.5% (which is lower than the Regional Vic. average of 29.6%), and Irish at 10.6%.
Other ethnic backgrounds show distinct concentrations, with Croatian ancestry accounting for 1.2% of residents (compared to 0.4% regionally), Dutch at 1.7% (compared to 1.7% regionally), and Italian at 4.5% (compared to 2.9% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Geelong is 39. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 35.7% 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 in Geelong is lower than the Regional Vic. average of 43, while being close to the Australian median of 38. Compared to Regional Vic., Geelong has a larger proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (21.8%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (5.7%). This concentration of 25 - 34 year-olds is higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the median age has dropped by 1.1 years from 40 to 39, showing a shift toward a younger population. Notable changes include the 25 to 34 cohort growing from 19.0% to 21.8% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort increasing from 10.6% to 11.8%.
In contrast, the 55 to 64 group declined from 13.9% to 12.5%, and the 45 to 54 group decreased from 11.5% to 10.2%. Projections suggest the age profile of Geelong will shift by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age bracket expected to grow by 696 people (55%) from 1,273 to 1,970, while the number of residents in the 55 to 64 range is expected to decrease by 1.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Geelong
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 25 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated 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 — 11 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,811 at the 2021 Census → 5,841 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 (SAL20973). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.