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Glen Iris (Vic.) has an estimated 27,720 residents, up from 26,131 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,589 people, or 6.1%. 614 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 88.0% of that increase. That puts 3,368 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 ABS population updates and new address validations by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Glen Iris (Vic.) has an estimated population of 27,720 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,589 people (6.1%) from the 26,131 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. This change is calculated from the resident population of 27,680, which AreaSearch estimated using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with an additional 614 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density of 3,368 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top national quartile.
Recent population increases were largely driven by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 88.0% of the total gains. AreaSearch employs ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, published in 2024 with a 2022 base year. For SA2 areas lacking this data, projections from the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA releases are used, adjusted by aggregating growth from LGA to SA2 levels. The age group growth rates from these aggregations are also applied for the period from 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the suburb of Glen Iris (Vic.) is projected to experience growth in the lower national quartile, with the population expected to rise by 985 persons by 2041, representing a total increase of 3.4% over 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
924 new dwellings have been approved in Glen Iris (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 184 a year. That places the area in the 65th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 131 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 36% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 75, 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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Based on analysis of ABS building approval data mapped to statistical areas, Glen Iris averages approximately 184 annual dwelling approvals, with a total of 924 homes approved over the last 5 financial years. In FY-26 so far, 69 approvals have been recorded. With only 0.6 new residents per home arriving annually between FY-21 and FY-25, the supply of housing is meeting or exceeding local demand, which increases choice for buyers and supports population growth above forecasts. The average expected construction cost for these new homes is $1,079,000, showing that developers are focusing on upmarket, premium properties.
Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $64.2 million this financial year, showing active commercial development locally. Recent approvals show that new property development is composed of 36.0% detached homes and 64.0% medium and high-density dwellings. This shift toward denser housing options provides more affordable entry points and appeals to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. It represents a clear change from the current housing stock, which is 55.0% houses, reflecting a decrease in available development land as well as changing lifestyle choices and affordability constraints. With approximately 208 people per approval, the area maintains a low-density character. Population projections suggest the area will add 945 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. The current rate of property development indicates that housing supply will easily accommodate this growth, creating favorable purchasing conditions and potentially allowing the population to expand beyond current projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Glen Iris (Vic.)
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 Glen Iris (Vic.), worth an estimated $50.5 billion. A further 122 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $131.4 billion. 28 are already under construction and 41 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 planning updates are key drivers of local performance. There are 37 projects identified by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the local area. Some of the most relevant developments include the Glen Iris Village Corner, the 173 Burke Road Mixed-Use Development, the Glen Eira City Council Infrastructure Program, and the 18-20 Scott Grove Townhouses.
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Glen Iris Village Corner
Mixed-use redevelopment comprising a five-storey building with 60 apartments above a full-line Woolworths supermarket, including six affordable housing apartments, direct-to-boot facilities, and 170 parking spaces. The project received Victorian Government approval through the Development Facilitation Program in October 2024. As of mid-2026 the approved scheme remains subject to ongoing public discussion regarding potential amendments, with the original approval still forming the basis of the project.
The Wilmot - 173 Burke Road Mixed-Use Development
Five-storey mixed-use development branded The Wilmot, featuring 60 residential apartments including 10% affordable housing, above a full-line Woolworths supermarket of approximately 4,000 square metres with a six-bay Direct to Boot facility. The project also includes an additional three-storey building at 28 Hope Street. Designed by Cera Stribley, the development targets a 5-star Green Star rating and features artisanal brickwork with inverted arches honouring Glen Iris heritage. A new signalised intersection will be installed at Burke Road and Hope Street, with 290 underground car spaces.Approved under the Victorian Government Development Facilitation Program in October 2024. Currently in pre-construction phase with estimated completion mid-2028.
Harold Holt Swim Centre Improvements
Multi-stage masterplan for the heritage-listed Harold Holt Swim Centre. Completed works include the dive tower and pool restoration, 50m pool restoration, building management system, boiler replacement and indoor changeroom upgrade. Current works include first-floor walkway strengthening during 2026, with future projects including an accessible ramp, outdoor pool surrounds and grandstand upgrades. Council has also allocated funding for spa upgrades and ongoing aquatic facility renewal.
9 Glentilt Road Townhouse Development
Premium townhouse development comprising 15 luxury residences (14 three-storey and 1 two-storey) featuring 2, 3, and 4-bedroom configurations with average internal area of 200sqm. Designed by renowned Carr Architecture with landscaping by Acre Landscape Architecture Studio. Located within walking distance of Gardiner Train Station in prestigious Glen Iris location.
18-20 Scott Grove Townhouses
A boutique development of 20 contemporary three-bedroom townhouses across three storeys in Glen Iris, designed by Cera Stribley Architects with landscaping by Jack Merlo. Each residence features open-plan layouts connecting indoor and outdoor living, expansive windows, premium finishes, private courtyards with lush greenery, and a double garage. The project delivers luxury suburban living on one of Glen Iris's most sought-after tree-lined streets.
Level Crossing Removal Project (Melbourne)
A massive rail infrastructure program removing 110 dangerous and congested level crossings across metropolitan Melbourne by 2032. As of May 2026, over 90 crossings have been removed, including recent works in Newport and Melton. The project includes the construction of new stations, elevated rail bridges, and community open spaces to improve safety and reduce congestion on the rail network.
Glen Iris Community Health Hub
New integrated community health facility providing primary care, allied health services, and community health programs. Features modern medical facilities and community meeting spaces.
Adara Residences
Modern residential development featuring contemporary apartment living with quality finishes and amenities. Features VZUG Swiss Kitchen Appliances, Whispair Rangehoods, extra car spaces available, and front apartments with own entrance for enhanced privacy and accessibility.
16,586 residents of Glen Iris (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 17,037. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 72.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is highly educated, featuring a strong concentration of professional services, an unemployment rate of 2.6%, and 1.4% employment growth over the past year. As of March 2026, there are 16,586 employed residents, with the unemployment rate sitting 2.1% lower than the 4.8% rate in Greater Melbourne. Workforce participation is at 72.6%, compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne. Census data indicates that 49.1% of residents worked from home, though this figure was influenced by pandemic-related lockdown measures. The primary employment sectors for residents are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
The local workforce is highly specialized in professional & technical services, with representation 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, construction jobs are under-represented, employing only 5.4% of the local workforce compared to 9.7% across Greater Melbourne. Although there are local employment opportunities, Census data on the working population versus resident numbers indicates a high proportion of residents commute to other areas for work. Based on SALM and ABS data for broader statistical areas, the 12 months leading to March 2026 saw local employment grow by 1.4% and the labor force expand by 1.5%, resulting in a 0.1 percentage point rise in unemployment. Over the same period, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.1%, labor force growth of 2.3%, and a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 suggest future workforce trends. These five and ten-year national projections, when applied to the local industry mix, suggest employment could grow by 7.4% over five years and 14.8% over ten years, although this is a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for specific local population growth forecasts. National employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely by industry.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Glen Iris (Vic.) is $2,491 a week (about $130,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,179 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $69,570 a year against an average of $127,871. The average runs 84% 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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According to aggregated postcode-level ATO data from the 2023 financial year, local taxpayers recorded a median income of $69,570 and an average income of $127,871. These figures rank in the top national percentile and compare to $57,688 and $75,164 for Greater Melbourne. Adjusted for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year, current estimates as of March 2026 are approximately $76,263 for median income and $140,172 for average income. The 2021 Census shows household, family, and personal incomes all ranking between the 90th and 90th percentiles nationally.
Taxpayer data shows 32.7% of the community (9,064 individuals) earning over $4000, whereas regionally 32.8% of individuals fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 brackets. Financial strength is reflected in the 44.3% of households earning weekly incomes above $3,000, which supports high retail spending. Housing costs consume 14.0% of income, placing residents in the 90th percentile for disposable income, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 10th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Glen Iris (Vic.) had 9,894 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 55% detached houses and 27% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 28% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,830 a month, a total housing cost higher than 81% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 18.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.2%. 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 latest Census, housing structures consisted of 54.7% detached houses and 45.3% other dwellings like townhouses and apartments, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across metro Melbourne. The rate of home ownership was 38.0%, which is higher than the metro average, with 33.8% of properties mortgaged and 28.2% rented. The median monthly mortgage payment was $2,830 and the median weekly rent was $450, compared to $2,000 and $390 in metro Melbourne. Locally, mortgage payments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Glen Iris (Vic.) counted 9,894 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 10,496 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 27% 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 70.2% of all households, consisting of 36.6% couples with children, 24.6% couples without children, and 7.6% single-parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 29.8%, with single-person households at 26.6% and group housing representing 3.3%. The median household size of 2.5 people is slightly lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
57.1% of adults in Glen Iris (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 36.1% with a bachelor degree and 15.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 7.9% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 2,684 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,177 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment is high, with 57.1% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 30.4% nationally and 33.4% in Victoria. Bachelor degrees are held by 36.1% of residents, followed by postgraduate degrees at 15.7% and graduate diplomas at 5.3%. Vocational training is held by 17.4% of those aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.5% and certificates at 7.9%. Enrollment in education is strong, with 31.6% of the population participating in formal study. This comprises 9.1% of residents in primary school, 8.9% in secondary school, and 8.8% in tertiary education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Glen Iris (Vic.) reaches 87 stops on 15 routes, timetabled for about 14,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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 infrastructure consists of 87 active stops, including a combination of light rail and buses. These stops serve 15 routes, providing 14,188 passenger trips weekly. Transport access is convenient, with residents living an average of 230 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most residents commute to work outside the area. Private vehicles are the primary mode of travel at 78%, followed by trains at 10%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.3 cars per home. A high proportion of residents, 49.1%, worked from home, based on 2021 Census data which was likely affected by pandemic restrictions.
Services average 2,026 trips daily across the transport network, which is equivalent to roughly 163 weekly trips for each stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
74.5% of residents in Glen Iris (Vic.) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 90% of areas nationally. 3.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 77.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators show strong outcomes, with low mortality and chronic illness rates across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 77% of residents (21,358 people) covered, compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues are the most common conditions, affecting 7.3% and 6.7% of residents. Conversely, 74.5% of the population reported no long-term health conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Residents aged 65 and over make up 18.5% of the population (5,128 people), which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%.
Health profiles for these older residents remain strong and align with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
28.5% of Glen Iris (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 22.4% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.3%) and Australian (20.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The local area has a higher level of cultural diversity than most markets, with 28.5% of residents born overseas and 22.4% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religion at 45.8%. However, Judaism shows a notable overrepresentation, accounting for 2.3% of the population compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. The top ancestries reported are English at 23.3%, Australian at 20.6%, and Irish at 9.0%. Other ancestries with notable representation compared to the wider region include Hungarian at 0.5% (compared to 0.3% regionally), Polish at 1.1% (compared to 0.8%), and Sri Lankan at 0.8% (compared to 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Glen Iris (Vic.) is 40. 28.4% 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 residents is 40, which is higher than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national median of 38. The 55 - 64 age cohort is over-represented at 12.6% of the population, while 35 - 44 year-olds are under-represented at 12.5%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age group has grown from 12.3% to 13.5%, and the 15 to 24 group has risen from 13.8% to 14.9%. The 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 14.9% to 12.8%. Projections for 2041 indicate that the population aged 85+ will grow by 528 people (71%), rising from 748 to 1,277.
The combined cohorts aged 65 and over are expected to make up 73% of the total population growth, reflecting an aging profile, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age groups are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Glen Iris (Vic.)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last 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 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 — 614 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (26,131 at the 2021 Census → 27,720 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 (SAL21010). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.