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Grovedale has an estimated 14,041 residents, down from 14,869 at the 2021 Census — a change of 828 people, or 5.6%. The population has thinned by an average 1.2% a year over five years, slower than 99% of areas nationally. That puts 1,975 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to investigations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region, alongside recent home addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the population of the suburb of Grovedale is calculated to be approximately 14,041 in May 2026. This represents a decline of 828 individuals (5.6%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 14,869 residents. This shift is deduced from a resident headcount of 14,015, calculated by AreaSearch after examining the June 2025 ABS ERP data release and incorporating 48 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population corresponds to a density of 1,974 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio observed across Australian locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
Demographic expansion was mostly propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 69.0% of all population increases recently, though all factors, including overseas arrivals and natural increase, were positive contributors. AreaSearch relies on ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 zone, published in 2024 using 2022 as the starting point. For SA2 zones missing from this dataset, AreaSearch uses the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusting them via a method that aggregates population growth from LGA to SA2 levels using weights. Age group growth rates from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future population projections, remarkable growth, placing in the top 10 percent of country-wide regional locations, is anticipated, with the area projected to expand by 7,177 persons to 2041 based on combined SA2 projections, representing a total increase of 50.9% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
150 new dwellings have been approved in Grovedale over the past five years, an average of 30 a year. That is 2.0 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 31 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 94% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 8, 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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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building permit statistics allocated from statistical areas, the suburb of Grovedale has averaged roughly 30 residential building permits annually, summing to an estimated 150 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In FY-26 so far, 8 building permits have been documented. Because the area has seen population contraction, the supply of new housing has likely matched demand, providing buyers with options, while new homes carry an average construction value of $412,000, indicating a developer focus on high-end, premium projects. Additionally, commercial building permits valued at $3.9 million have been registered this financial year, pointing to a quiet commercial construction sector.
Relative to the Rest of Vic., the suburb of Grovedale has far less construction activity, running 81.0% below the regional per capita average. This lack of new housing options generally boosts demand and values for existing properties. This rate is also below the nationwide average, highlighting the mature character of the area and suggesting possible planning constraints. New construction is comprised of 94.0% detached houses and 6.0% townhouses or units, maintaining the suburb's residential style with a focus on separate homes that draw buyers looking for space. The suburb has roughly 1180 residents per residential permit, illustrating a mature market. Looking forward, the suburb of Grovedale is projected to add 7,151 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If current building rates do not increase, housing supply could fall behind demographic growth, which would likely heighten competition among buyers and support price rises.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Grovedale
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 14 current infrastructure and development projects inside Grovedale, worth an estimated $1.57 billion. A further 65 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $19.7 billion. 28 are already under construction and 31 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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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Few factors shape local performance as strongly as modifications to regional infrastructure, major works, and planning policies. A total of 23 initiatives have been tracked by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the area. Principal developments include the Deakin University Waurn Ponds Expansion, the Barwon Heads Road Upgrade, the Epworth Geelong Innovation and Education Precinct, and the Wandana Estate, with the subsequent list detailing the projects most likely to be relevant.
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Deakin University Waurn Ponds Campus Expansion
Ongoing multi-stage transformation of Deakin University's Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus under the Climate Ready Campus masterplan. Key completed components include the Geelong Future Economy Precinct (GFEP) - Victoria's epicentre of advanced manufacturing, energy and sustainability research - the 7.5MW renewable energy microgrid (operational since 2021), 320-bed student accommodation (completed April 2021), and the REACH health hub. Active works include road network upgrades, integrated water management and wetland conversion, and Building KA infill (completed 2025). The GFEP hosts 18 joint ventures with a market value of approximately $1 billion and the REACH Trailblazer program ($380 million total value) focused on clean energy and recycling commercialisation.
Grovedale Village
Mixed-use neighbourhood retail centre under construction at the corner of Colac Road and Rossack Drive. The development comprises convenience retail, drive-through food outlets, a fuel station, coffee outlet, Club Lime gymnasium and a 120-place childcare centre. Initial retail tenancies commenced construction in 2024, with remaining components continuing to open in stages.
Epworth Geelong Innovation and Education Precinct
A 600 million dollar staged health, innovation and education precinct spanning 4.2 hectares adjacent to the Epworth Geelong private hospital in Waurn Ponds. The 10-plus year masterplan delivers expanded medical capacity, research facilities, and health education in collaboration with Deakin University, alongside recent hospital expansions including new operating theatres and inpatient beds.
98 Marshalltown Road Townhouse Development
Approved residential development for 41 townhouses on an 8,047 square metre infill site. The project includes a mix of 30 two-bedroom, 9 three-bedroom, and 2 four-bedroom townhouses designed by Project Now architects. Located 400m from Marshall train station and close to schools, transport and amenities. The development received VCAT approval in December 2022 after initial council rejection.
Barwon Heads Road Upgrade
Multi-stage upgrade and duplication of Barwon Heads Road between Belmont and Lower Duneed Road to improve safety, capacity, and active transport links. Stage 1 (Settlement Road to Reserve Road) was completed in mid-2023, while Stage 2 is delivering duplication and intersection upgrades from Reserve Road towards Lower Duneed Road. The works include duplicating carriageways, upgrading key intersections with traffic signals, and constructing continuous shared walking and cycling paths.
56 Church Street Townhouses
Proposed residential development of 21 two-storey townhouses comprising 9 two-bedroom, 10 three-bedroom, and 1 four-bedroom properties across five separated complexes. The development maintains neighborhood character with two-storey buildings and incorporates setbacks and architectural features inspired by traditional suburban homes.
Baanip Boulevard - Boundary Road Signalised Intersection and Boundary Road Extension
A $7.6 million signalised intersection project by the City of Greater Geelong to improve traffic flow and safety at the Baanip Boulevard and Boundary Road junction in the growing Armstrong Creek area. The project includes extension of Boundary Road westward to junction with Baanip Boulevard, creating a three-leg signalised intersection with lighting, and new pedestrian linkages between residential precincts and the shared path leading to Waurn Ponds Station. This infrastructure supports increased residential development and provides a second northern transport link for the Armstrong Creek West precinct and Mount Duneed development.Construction commenced in late February 2024 and was completed by late 2024.
Allemore Estate
Allemore Estate is a residential land development offering 70 ready-to-build allotments ranging from 238 to 367 square meters on 6.47 hectares. Located in the heart of Charlemont within the Armstrong Creek Growth Area, it combines urban convenience with coastal charm. The estate is positioned just 15 minutes from Geelong CBD, a short drive to Torquay Beach and Bells Beach, and one hour from Melbourne CBD. Residents benefit from proximity to retail, entertainment, hospitality, healthcare facilities, Marshall Train Station, and local schools.The development features tree-lined streetscapes and modern infrastructure with land titles anticipated for Q3 2025.
6,665 residents of Grovedale are employed, from a labour force of 6,920. Unemployment sits at 3.7%, with participation at 58.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 11,413, about 81% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The suburb of Grovedale has a skilled workforce, with strong representation in essential service fields, and an unemployment rate of just 3.7%, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 6,665 local residents are employed, which aligns with the Regional Vic. unemployment rate of 3.7%, though workforce participation sits somewhat below the benchmark (58.3% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic.). Based on Census replies, a moderate 17.4% of employed residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind. The top employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction.
The area displays a strong concentration of employment in retail trade, where the share of jobs is 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented, employing only 0.8% of the workforce in the suburb of Grovedale compared to 7.5% in Regional Vic. This highly residential locality seems to provide few local jobs, as shown by comparing the count of the Census working population against the resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics combined from broader regional units, the local labor force contracted by 6.0% and overall employment fell by 6.1% during the year ending March 2026, while the unemployment level remained practically unchanged. In contrast, Regional Vic. experienced a 0.1% decline in employment, a 0.3% drop in the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point fall in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment predictions from May-25 offer additional perspective on potential future demand in the suburb of Grovedale. These forecasts, spanning five and ten years, have been applied to the local workforce profile to estimate growth trends. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary greatly by sector. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment profile in the suburb of Grovedale suggests local employment will rise by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and excludes local population growth forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Grovedale is $1,477 a week (about $77,000 a year), with median personal income at $705 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,471 a year against an average of $60,159. 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 suburb of Grovedale has a median taxpayer income of $48,471 and an average taxpayer income of $60,159, based on the latest postcode level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year. This sits below the national average, contrasting with a median income of $50,954 and an average of $62,728 in Regional Vic. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current figures are estimated at approximately $53,134 for the median and $65,946 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes are all relatively low in the suburb of Grovedale, falling between the 29th and 34th percentiles.
Distribution statistics reveal that the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the most common, containing 33.9% of residents (4,759 people), which is similar to the broader metropolitan area where 30.3% are in this bracket. Housing affordability issues are significant, with only 84.6% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking in the 35th percentile, while the SEIFA income index ranks the area in the 4th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Grovedale had 5,818 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 1% apartments. 36% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,582 a month. Rent absorbs 23.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.7%. 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 most recent Census, the housing mix in the suburb of Grovedale consisted of 85.9% houses and 14.1% other housing types (townhouses, flats, and alternative dwellings), compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings in Regional Vic. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Grovedale trailed the Regional Vic. benchmark, standing at 36.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by people with a mortgage (35.9%) or renters (27.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,582 was notably higher than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, and the median weekly rent of $350 also exceeded the regional figure of $285.
On a national level, mortgage payments in the suburb of Grovedale are considerably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Grovedale counted 5,818 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 29% couples without children. 28% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 67.7%, consisting of 26.6% couples with children, 28.5% couples without children, and 11.6% single parents. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 32.3% of households, with single-person homes making up 27.9% and group households comprising 4.3%. The median household size of 2.4 residents aligns with the average across Regional Vic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
24.1% of adults in Grovedale hold a university qualification, including 16.4% with a bachelor degree and 4.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 24.5% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 2,052 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,023 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 suburb of Grovedale sits below regional averages, with 24.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 33.4% across VIC. This difference points to opportunities for training and educational advancement. Bachelor degrees represent the most common university qualification at 16.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.9%) and graduate diplomas (2.8%). Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 36.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.1%) and certificates (24.5%). Participation in study is high, with 26.1% of residents currently undertaking formal education.
This group includes 7.9% in primary school, 6.1% in high school, and 5.6% enrolled in tertiary courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Grovedale reaches 83 stops on 22 routes, timetabled for about 2,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 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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Analysis of public transport infrastructure shows 83 active stops situated within the suburb of Grovedale. These stops are served by 22 different routes, which together provide 2,238 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transport is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 191 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is a residential locality, most workers commute out of the suburb, and cars remain the dominant mode of travel at 94%. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles. About 17.4% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules.
Schedules show an average of 319 daily trips across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 26 weekly trips at each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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61.8% of residents in Grovedale report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 80% of areas nationally. 9.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.6 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 notable difficulties in the suburb of Grovedale, based on AreaSearch's analysis of mortality figures and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, which are prominent in both younger and older populations, alongside a relatively low rate of private health insurance coverage at approximately 51% of the total population (~7,113 people). The national average for private coverage is 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues in the area are mental health conditions and arthritis, affecting 10.5% and 9.1% of the population, respectively, while 61.8% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% in Regional Vic.
The working-age cohort experiences significant health difficulties, with higher rates of chronic conditions. Residents aged 65 and over make up 21.6% of the population (3,032 people), which is lower than the 23.9% recorded in Regional Vic. Health profiles for senior citizens show some difficulties, with national standings generally matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Grovedale is largely Australian-born, at 82.6% of residents, with 10.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.3%) and Australian (28.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Grovedale exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 82.6% of residents born in Australia, 89.2% holding citizenship, and 89.4% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 46.1% of the population. The most notable overrepresentation is in the Other category, which accounts for 1.1% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional Vic. Looking at ancestry (parents' countries of birth), the three largest groups in the suburb of Grovedale are English at 29.3%, Australian at 28.6%, and Scottish at 9.0%. There are also distinct differences in the numbers for other ancestries, with Dutch residents overrepresented at 1.9% in the suburb of Grovedale (compared to 1.7% in the region), Polish at 0.8% (compared to 0.5%), and Croatian at 0.5% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Grovedale is 40. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 29.7% 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 40 in the suburb of Grovedale is slightly below the Regional Vic. average of 43, though it is slightly higher than the national median of 38. Compared to the Regional Vic. average, there is a clear overrepresentation of the 25 - 34 cohort (18.2% locally), while the 55 - 64 cohort is under-represented (9.4%). Since the 2021 Census, the local population has grown younger, with the median age dropping 1.1 years from 41 to 40. The 25 to 34 age bracket rose from 14.3% to 18.2% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort increased from 12.0% to 13.9%.
In contrast, the 55 to 64 group declined from 10.9% to 9.4% and the 15 to 24 cohort fell from 12.8% to 11.5%. Demographic projections for 2041 suggest major shifts in the suburb of Grovedale, with the 25 to 34 age group expected to expand by 1,968 people (77%), rising from 2,555 to 4,524.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Grovedale
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 14 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 48 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (14,869 at the 2021 Census → 14,041 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 (SAL21114). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.