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The median house price in Gol Gol is $650k. House values have moved 2.3% a year compounded over five years.
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Gol Gol has an estimated 2,123 residents, up from 1,956 at the 2021 Census — a change of 167 people, or 8.5%. Growth has averaged 2.2% a year over five years. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 61.0% of that increase. That puts 105 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 evaluations of ABS population adjustments for the wider region, alongside recent address verifications by AreaSearch post-Census, the suburb of Gol Gol has an estimated residency of 2,123 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 167 individuals (8.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 1,956 residents. This shift is calculated from a resident base of 2,103, determined by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an additional 84 validated new addresses post-Census. Such a population size results in a density of 105 persons per square kilometer, indicating ample space per resident and capacity for future expansion.
The 8.5% growth rate since the 2021 census outpaced both the SA3 region (4.7%) and the Rest of NSW, positioning the locality as a regional leader in population expansion. The upward trend was primarily propelled by arrivals from other states, which accounted for roughly 61.0% of the total population increase during recent timeframes, though natural growth and international arrivals also made positive contributions. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, SA2 projections from the NSW State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied instead. Age-specific growth trajectories derived from these datasets are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, growth is expected to align with the lower quartile of regional Australian zones, with the suburb of Gol Gol projected to add 50 residents by 2041, representing a total expansion of 1.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
56 new dwellings have been approved in Gol Gol over the past five years, an average of 11 a year. That places the area in the 70th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 49, 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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AreaSearch assessment of ABS building approvals indicates that Gol Gol has maintained an average of approximately 11 new home approvals annually, totaling 56 residential builds over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 45 approvals have been registered. With an average of 3.9 additional residents for every completed house between FY-21 and FY-25, demand is outstripping supply, a dynamic that tends to increase buyer competition and elevate prices. Newly constructed residences carry an average estimated value of $631,000, signaling a developer focus on high-end, premium builds. Additionally, commercial approvals reached $2.2 million this financial year, underscoring the predominantly residential orientation of the area.
Compared to the Rest of NSW, Gol Gol displays higher construction activity, registering 33.0% more approvals per capita over the 5 year period, which helps retain options for buyers while supporting current asset values. Furthermore, recent building activity consists entirely of detached houses, preserving the established low-density aesthetic and catering to families desiring space. Having approximately 139 people for each residential approval is typical of an expanding growth sector. Projections indicate that the suburb of Gol Gol will add 30 residents by 2041, based on recent quarterly assessments from AreaSearch. Current construction trajectories suggest that incoming housing stock will comfortably accommodate this demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting higher population numbers than currently forecasted.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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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 Gol Gol, worth an estimated $9 million. A further 67 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $6.84 billion. 16 are already under construction and 22 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and energy. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning schemes, and major developments have a significant impact on local growth. AreaSearch has identified 4 key projects likely to influence the area, including the Nichols Point Integrated Early Years Centre, the Sandilong Ridge Estate, the Mildura East Growth Area Strategic Framework, and the Mildura Passenger Rail Return.
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Nichols Point Early Years Hub
The Nichols Point Early Years Hub (formerly branded the Nichols Point Integrated Early Years Centre) is a purpose-built early childhood education and community facility being delivered by Mildura Rural City Council on the former Nichols Point Primary School site at the corner of Koorlong Avenue and Fifth Street. A new building adjacent to the retained heritage school building will house four kindergarten rooms with capacity for 132 kindergarten places, a parent lounge, a breastfeeding room, staff amenities and a consultation room.The existing old school building is being refurbished to provide two consultation rooms, a community meeting room and a community activity space, supporting maternal and child health, allied health and community programs. Associated works include a two-stage car park, stormwater and sewer connections for the adjacent Nichols Point Hall, landscaping to the kindergarten and public open space, and a new public toilet. The project is fully funded by an 8.95 million dollar grant from the Victorian Government Building Blocks Capacity Building Grant program and responds to kindergarten demand generated by the Best Start, Best Life reforms in one of Sunraysia's fastest growing residential areas. As at the April 2026 works update the project was reported on track at approximately 30 per cent complete, with roof sheeting 95 per cent installed, building wrap complete, services rough-in underway and stormwater drainage finished. Construction is being carried out by local contractor King Construction Group. Practical completion is scheduled for December 2026, with the kindergarten program to commence in 2027. A community working group is being formed through Council's Your Say platform to co-design the shared community spaces.
Sandilong Ridge Estate
Sandilong Ridge Estate is a residential land subdivision by Fisher Developments at Irymple, delivering 67 residential lots across approximately 7.5 hectares. The estate is being marketed with house and land packages and remains an active current project within the developer's portfolio.
Mildura Riverfront Redevelopment - Stage 2
The Mildura Riverfront Redevelopment Stage 2 focuses on the revitalisation of the Powerhouse Precinct. This major project involves the transformation of the historic Powerhouse building into a multi-use cultural and commercial hub, the creation of a new bespoke playground, a bitumen pump track, and extensive landscaping. The goal is to strengthen the connection between the Mildura CBD and the riverfront, enhancing the area as a key tourism and community destination.
Mildura East Growth Area Strategic Framework
Council-adopted strategic framework providing the long-term vision for approximately 1,050 hectares between Irymple and Nichols Point. The framework guides future land use, staging, drainage and infrastructure delivery over the next 30 years. As of the latest council update, implementation has not yet commenced following adoption in August 2024, with a minor technical correction issued in February 2025.
Mildura Passenger Rail Return
Long-running advocacy and planning initiative to reinstate passenger rail services between Mildura and Melbourne, restoring a connection that ended in 1993. Mildura remains the largest Victorian regional centre without a passenger rail link. The current focus, as of 2026, has shifted to a staged 'Rails to Recovery' concept circulated by the Rail Revival Alliance Victoria, proposing a standard-gauge locomotive-hauled shuttle between Mildura and Maryborough, connecting with the existing V/Line VLocity service to Melbourne via Ballarat.Two active Victorian Parliament petitions are pushing for the trial: a Legislative Assembly e-petition closing 10 May 2026 and Legislative Council Petition #730 closing 28 February 2026. Mildura MP Jade Benham has renewed parliamentary calls and is meeting rail stakeholders to identify practical pathways. Mildura Rural City Council continues to advocate for the project under its Mildura Future Ready strategy. Significant infrastructure considerations remain, including upgrades at around 145 level crossings, rolling stock provisioning, and operating model. The Victorian Government has not committed funding for delivery as of early 2026.
Mildura CBD Revitalisation Project
Comprehensive multi-stage project to revitalise and transform Mildura's Central Business District. Key components include the Feast Street Upgrade with shared street design and dining arbour structures, Langtree Mall placemaking initiatives with grassed areas, lighting and misters, economic feasibility studies, connectivity improvements, and public realm enhancements. The project aims to deliver economic revitalisation, improve access and connectivity, and create a more vibrant, people-oriented centre for community life supported by sustainable economic growth.
Limpidi Estate
A six-stage house and land estate in Mildura developed by Fisher Developments. Stage 6 is the final stage, with lots ranging from approximately 555m2 to 917m2 now on the market. Titles were expected imminently as of early 2025, with all services connected. The estate is located close to the 15th Street Shopping Precinct and other local amenities.
Big Housing Build - Social Housing Projects
Part of Victoria's Big Housing Build program, delivering new social housing units in Mildura to provide secure, affordable accommodation for vulnerable community members and reduce housing waiting lists. Includes partnerships with MASP and CatholicCare Victoria to build modern, climate-appropriate homes.
1,155 residents of Gol Gol are employed, from a labour force of 1,196. Unemployment sits at 3.4%, with participation at 74.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,599, about 75% 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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Gol Gol benefits from a skilled labor force with strong representation in core services, registering an unemployment rate of just 3.4% based on aggregated statistical area statistics. As of March 2026, there are 1,155 employed locals, with unemployment tracking 0.7% lower than the Regional NSW benchmark of 4.1%. Workforce engagement is exceptionally high, standing at 74.7% compared to 60.6% across Regional NSW. Census data indicates that only 11.0% of the working population operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions. Locals are primarily employed in healthcare & social assistance, construction, and education & training.
The agricultural, forestry & fishing sector has a particularly strong footprint, employing workers at 1.6 times the regional rate. Conversely, healthcare & social assistance is underrepresented, making up 14.1% of local employment compared to 16.9% regionally. The discrepancy between the local working population and resident counts suggests that this heavily residential sector offers relatively few jobs within its borders. Analyses of SALM and ABS data, combined with broader statistical areas, show that labour force levels fell by 3.5% and employment dropped by 4.3% across the 12 months to March 2026, which led to the unemployment rate rising by 0.8 percentage points. Meanwhile, employment in Regional NSW declined by 0.9% and the labour force shrank by 0.4%, causing a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. Insights into future labour demand for Gol Gol can be drawn from Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts released in May-25. These projections span five and ten-year horizons and have been overlaid with local employment data to estimate growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Gol Gol's employment composition, local employment is expected to rise by 6.1% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, though this simple weighting extrapolation is purely illustrative and does not incorporate localised population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Gol Gol is $2,104 a week (about $109,000 a year), with median personal income at $932 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,597 a year against an average of $74,237. 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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Based on ATO postcode data compiled for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Gol Gol recorded a median income of $60,597 and an average of $74,237, which exceeds the national average and compares to Regional NSW figures of $52,390 and $65,215. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year brings current estimates to roughly $66,851 for the median and $81,898 for the average as of March 2026. Census figures from 2021 place local household, family, and individual incomes around the 71st percentile nationally.
The weekly income band of $1,500 - 2,999 is the most common, accounting for 37.1% of residents (787 people), which aligns with the broader region where this bracket accounts for 29.9%. High-earning households are well represented, with 30.9% earning more than $3,000 weekly, which helps sustain premium local retail and services. Discretionary income remains high, with residents keeping 88.5% of their earnings after housing costs, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 6th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Gol Gol had 648 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 1% apartments. 51% are owned with a mortgage, 12% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $315 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 15.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.0%. 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, the housing mix in Gol Gol consisted of 95.7% detached houses and 4.3% other formats like townhouses or apartments, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other formats across Regional NSW. Home ownership stood at 37.0%, slightly below the regional benchmark, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (50.6%) or tenants (12.3%). The median mortgage payment matched the Regional NSW average at $1,733 monthly, while weekly rent was recorded at $315, compared to regional figures of $1,733 and $330. In a national context, local mortgage repayments sit below the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are considerably lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Gol Gol counted 648 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 703 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 44% are couples with children, more than in 88% of areas nationally, against 35% couples without children. 15% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 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 83.5%, consisting of couples with children (44.2%), couples without children (35.0%), and single parents (4.3%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 16.5%, consisting of single-person households at 15.3% and group housing at 0.5%. The average household size is 2.9 individuals, which is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
18.9% of adults in Gol Gol hold a university qualification, including 14.3% with a bachelor degree and 1.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 28.0% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 194 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,016 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 in the area presents opportunities for improvement, as the proportion of residents with university qualifications (18.9%) is lower than the statewide average of 32.2%. Among those with degrees, bachelor qualifications are the most common at 14.3%, followed by graduate diplomas at 2.9% and postgraduate degrees at 1.7%. Practical and vocational skills are highly prevalent, with 40.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, split between advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificate-level training (28.0%). A high proportion of the community is engaged in study, with 31.8% of residents enrolled in an educational institution.
This population is distributed across primary education at 13.2%, secondary education at 9.2%, and tertiary studies at 2.0%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Gol Gol means driving: households keep an average of 2.1 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport options in the suburb of Gol Gol consist of 6 active bus stops serviced by 7 routes, which provide 70 weekly passenger trips. Access is rated as moderate, with residents living an average of 515 meters from the nearest stop. The vast majority of working residents commute to jobs outside the suburb, with cars being the primary mode of travel for 98% of commuters. Households own an average of 2.1 vehicles, which is above the regional norm, while 11.0% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, a figure that may reflect pandemic conditions.
Buses run at an average frequency of 10 trips daily across all active routes, which averages out to approximately 11 weekly trips at each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
73.1% of residents in Gol Gol report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 79% of areas nationally. 2.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.2 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 in the suburb of Gol Gol are highly positive, characterized by low mortality rates, low prevalence of chronic illness across all age categories, and a high rate of private health insurance coverage, which stands at approximately 56% of the population (~1,194 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW. Asthma and arthritis are the most frequently reported conditions, affecting 8.3 and 6.4% of residents, while 73.1% reported no chronic medical conditions at all, compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. The working-age population is healthy, and the senior cohort (aged 65 and over) accounts for 18.5% of the population (392 people), below the Regional NSW average of 23.4%.
Seniors in the area display strong health indicators, with national health benchmarks that exceed those of the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Gol Gol is largely Australian-born, at 95.0% of residents, with 3.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (35.6%) and English (31.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity measures are relatively low, with citizens making up 92.6% of the population, 95.0% born in Australia, and 96.5% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 47.9% of residents, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three most common heritages are Australian at 35.6% of the population (higher than the regional average of 30.0%), English at 31.1%, and Scottish at 7.9%. Other ancestral groups show variations from regional norms, with Italian heritage overrepresented at 5.2% (compared to 2.1% regionally), German at 4.0% (compared to 3.1%), and Macedonian at 0.3% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Gol Gol is 37. 21.2% 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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The median age of 37 years in the suburb of Gol Gol is lower than the Regional NSW average of 43 and very close to the national figure of 38. Children aged 5 - 14 make up a significant portion of the population (15.6%), while residents aged 65 - 74 are less represented (9.8%) than in the rest of the region. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 age bracket expanded from 4.2% to 7.3%, while the 15 to 24 cohort decreased from 12.0% to 10.8%, and the 5 to 14 group fell from 16.6% to 15.6%.
By 2041, the age structure is projected to shift, with the 35 to 44 cohort growing by 27 people (10%) from 271 to 299, while the 15 to 24 and 65 to 74 cohorts are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Gol Gol
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 |
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| 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 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 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 84 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,956 at the 2021 Census → 2,123 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 (SAL11697). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.