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Heathmont has an estimated 9,909 residents. The population has thinned by an average 0.8% a year over five years, slower than 93% of areas nationally. That puts 2,227 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on analysis of ABS population updates for the broader area, and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census the suburb of Heathmont's population is estimated at around 9,909 as of May 2026. This represents a minor decline of 24 residents (0.2%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 9,933 citizens. This estimate is derived from a resident baseline of 9,865, determined by AreaSearch after examining the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025), combined with 81 validated new addresses registered since the Census. The suburb of Heathmont's population density stands at 2,226 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical benchmark across nationwide locations reviewed by AreaSearch.
Recent population growth was mainly fueled by international arrivals, who accounted for approximately 75.0% of the overall population increases. AreaSearch incorporates projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 sectors, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. Where SA2 numbers are unavailable, AreaSearch utilizes the Victorian State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted via a weighted aggregation method of population growth from LGA to SA2 brackets. Growth rates by age cohort from these calculations are also projected across all locations for the period 2032 to 2041. Over the long term, the suburb of Heathmont is projected to experience above-median growth relative to Australian statistical locations, with an expected increase of 1,230 residents by 2041 according to combined SA2 projections, representing a 12.0% expansion over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
269 new dwellings have been approved in Heathmont over the past five years, an average of 53 a year. That is 5.4 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 55 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 22% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 9, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approval statistics mapped to statistical locations indicates that Heathmont has averaged approximately 53 residential approvals annually, amounting to roughly 269 residential dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. In the current financial year of FY-26, 9 approvals have been registered so far. Because the population has contracted in recent times, this level of new housing has likely kept pace with demand, ensuring solid options for buyers, with new constructions carrying an average valuation of $536,000, indicating that builders are focusing on upscale buyers. Additionally, commercial projects worth $7.5 million have been approved during this financial period, highlighting that the locality remains overwhelmingly residential.
Compared to the broader Greater Melbourne region, Heathmont shows a slightly elevated construction rate, sitting 23.0% higher than the regional average per capita over the 5 year timeframe, which helps sustain property prices while offering options to buyers, even though building pace has slowed down lately. The composition of new builds consists of 22.0% detached residences and 78.0% multi-dwelling units like townhouses or flats. This emphasis on higher-density housing provides more economical buying options and appeals to downsizers, investors, and entry-level purchasers. This highlights a major shift from the existing housing stock, which is currently 94.0% detached houses, pointing to a scarcity of vacant land and responding to changing lifestyle preferences and budget constraints. The suburb has roughly 680 residents for every dwelling approval, pointing to a mature property market. Looking forward, the population of Heathmont is projected to expand by 1,186 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Given current building trends, the supply of new dwellings is positioned to satisfy demand comfortably, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially driving population numbers higher than current forecasts suggest.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Heathmont
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Heathmont, worth an estimated $25 million. A further 131 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $29.7 billion. 22 are already under construction and 37 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 performance is heavily shaped by developments in public infrastructure, major construction projects, and zoning updates. In total, AreaSearch has tracked 33 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include the Ryman Healthcare Ringwood East Retirement Village, Dux Churchill in Ringwood, the Maroondah Hospital Redevelopment (Queen Elizabeth II Hospital), and safety improvements at the Canterbury Road and Heathmont Road intersection, with the following list detailing those of the greatest local significance.
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Canterbury Road Improvements Waterloo Street to Sunset Drive
Road safety, traffic flow and public transport improvements along Canterbury Road between Waterloo Street and Sunset Drive. Works include new traffic lights, pedestrian crossings, dedicated turn lanes, bus stop upgrades, line marking changes, permanent right turn restrictions at Sunset Drive and a permanent speed limit reduction to 60 km/h. As of the March 2026 project update, major construction is in its final stages with completion expected during March 2026.
Canterbury Road and Heathmont Road Intersection Improvements
Safety and connectivity improvements at a busy intersection in Heathmont, which is a complex location where rail, road (including freight), and active transport interface. Improvements include introducing a shared path crossing across Canterbury Road with bicycle lanterns, flashing 'Give Way to Pedestrians' signs, fully controlled right turns from Canterbury Road, and a wider footpath on the northern side of Canterbury Road across the rail bridge. This is to improve safety and address a crash history on a key freight route.Major construction is expected to start in early 2026.
Heathmont Activity Centre Carpark
Proposed multi-level carpark with approximately 270 spaces, intended to service the Heathmont Village shopping precinct, bus interchange, and Heathmont railway station. The design minimizes visual impact and includes new landscaping linked to the FJC Rogers Reserve. The project also included planning scheme amendments (Amendment C97) and land acquisition. **Australian Government funding was announced in 2019 but was withdrawn in 2022**, and Council is awaiting further advice on the future use of the land.
Berengarra School - 26 Waldheim Road, Bayswater
Approved development for Stage 1 of a new non-government secondary school for Berengarra School comprising six single-storey education buildings and associated infrastructure. The Victorian Minister for Planning granted Planning Permit PA2503692 on 3 December 2025. The project will expand specialist secondary education services in Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
Ruby Mixed-Use Apartments (165-167 Canterbury Road Heathmont)
A 4-level development, formerly known as 'Ruby', with permit approval for 29 residential apartments and mixed-use commercial space (including retail/medical/shop). The site was sold by Stonebridge Property Group after receiving an amended permit from Maroondah City Council (M/2019/14/A) that reduced car spaces and modified the commercial uses. The project status is pre-construction as the site has been sold and no estimated completion date is available from the new owner.
113-115 Canterbury Road, Heathmont Mixed-Use Development
Proposed 4-storey mixed-use building with ground floor retail and 15 apartments above, supported by a basement car park. The application was lodged with Maroondah City Council (ref: M/2022/340) in August 2022. The site is within the Heathmont activity centre, with the proposal representing infill housing supply on Canterbury Road. No confirmed permit decision was found as of 18 August 2025.
Suffern Reserve Playground Renewal
Renewal of the playground at Suffern Reserve in Bayswater as part of Knox City Council's annual Playground Renewal Program. This project is included in the adopted 2025-26 Annual Budget, with $1.3 million allocated for renewing multiple local playgrounds to modernize equipment and enhance safety and community facilities.
Dux Churchill
Dux Churchill is a boutique retirement community for independent seniors aged 55 and over, comprising 57 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. Developed by Orion International Group, it features shared spaces including a cinema, gym, cafe, and rooftop terrace. Construction is being undertaken by Maben Group.
5,389 residents of Heathmont are employed, from a labour force of 5,545. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 69.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,405, about 85% 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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Heathmont features a highly qualified labor force, marked by a strong presence of professional service workers, a low jobless rate of 2.8%, and steady employment conditions over the preceding year, as shown by AreaSearch's compiled regional statistics. In March 2026, the working population numbered 5,389 residents, with unemployment tracking 2.0% lower than the Greater Melbourne rate of 4.8%, and labor participation aligning closely with the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 70.2%. Census data reveals that a substantial 38.9% of local workers performed their duties from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic-related restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. The community has an especially high concentration in education & training, which employs residents at 1.5 times the regional average rate. By contrast, transport, postal & warehousing is less represented, accounting for 2.7% of workers compared to the metropolitan average of 5.2%. Due to the highly residential character of the area, local employment opportunities appear limited, as seen in the comparison between local jobs and the resident workforce. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics gathered from broader regional areas, during the year ending March 2026, the number of employed residents grew by 0.5% while the labor force expanded by 0.8%, causing the unemployment rate to tick up by 0.3 percentage points. During the identical timeframe, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1% and the labor force grow by 2.3%, with its unemployment rate increasing by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective hiring trends in Heathmont. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year periods, are matched against the local job profile to estimate potential trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary widely across different fields. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the local labor profile suggests employment among residents could grow by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, though this is a simple weighted calculation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Heathmont is $2,140 a week (about $111,000 a year), with median personal income at $908 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,571 a year against an average of $73,030. 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 tax data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, tax-paying residents of Heathmont enjoy earnings that exceed the national average. The median income for local taxpayers is $57,571, while the average income is $73,030, which compares to Greater Melbourne figures of $57,688 and $75,164. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current projections suggest these figures have risen to approximately $63,109 for the median and $80,055 for the average as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb placed in the 71st percentile nationally.
The most common weekly household income bracket is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, containing 29.9% of households (2,962 people), which is comparable to the metropolitan average of 32.8%. Local affluence is demonstrated by the 34.2% of households earning more than $3,000 weekly, which helps sustain high-end retail and local services. Mortgage and rent payments consume 13.4% of total income, and strong earning power places residents in the 77th percentile for disposable household income, with the local SEIFA index ranking in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Heathmont had 3,560 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 94% detached houses and 0% apartments. 43% are owned with a mortgage, 18% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 18.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The local housing stock during the last Census consisted of 93.7% detached houses and 6.3% other housing types like semi-detached dwellings and apartments, compared to the Melbourne metropolitan split of 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative dwellings. Home ownership in the area was significantly higher than the metropolitan average at 38.8%, while the remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (42.9%) or rented (18.2%). The median mortgage payment in the area was higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average at $2,167 per month, and the median weekly rent stood at $400, compared to regional figures of $2,000 and $390.
Across the country, local mortgage repayments are notably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents also exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Heathmont counted 3,560 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.7 people each. 40% are couples with children, more than in 80% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 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 76.1%, which is composed of couples with children at 40.2%, couples without children at 25.2%, and single-parent households at 9.7%. Single-person and shared households make up the remaining 23.9%, consisting of single-person households at 21.6% and group households at 2.2%. The median household size is 2.7 residents, slightly larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
40.1% of adults in Heathmont hold a university qualification, including 25.3% with a bachelor degree and 9.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 81% of areas nationally. A further 17.4% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,954 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,057 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The educational profile of the local community is outstanding relative to the wider region, with university degrees held by 40.1% of residents aged 15 and over, compared to the national average of 30.4% and the SA4 regional average of 31.2%. Among these qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 25.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.9% and graduate diplomas at 4.9%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also widely held, with 29.3% of residents aged 15 and over possessing vocational training, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.9% and certificates at 17.4%.
A significant proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 30.0% of residents enrolled in an educational program. This student population includes 10.5% in primary schools, 8.3% in secondary colleges, and 5.1% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Heathmont reaches 22 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 2,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 320 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of public transit options indicates there are 22 transit stops situated within Heathmont, which are serviced by various bus lines. These stops accommodate 9 distinct routes, combining to deliver 2,088 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is rated as high, with local residents living an average of 316 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because the area is primarily residential, most workers travel outside the suburb for employment, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 89%, while 6% use train services. Households own an average of 1.5 vehicles, which is above the metropolitan average.
A high 38.9% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions. Transit services average 298 runs daily across all active routes, which translates to approximately 94 weekly services at each individual stop.
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68.7% of residents in Heathmont report no long-term health condition. 5.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.6 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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Residents display favorable health profiles, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality patterns and chronic illnesses. The rate of common health issues is low across both young and old demographics, and private health insurance coverage is high, held by approximately 56% of the local population, representing about 5,516 residents. The most prevalent health issues recorded among local residents were asthma and mental health concerns, which affect 8.8% and 8.4% of the population. However, 68.7% of the community reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Residents under the age of 65 experience better-than-average health profiles.
Seniors aged 65 and older account for 18.8% of the local population (1,862 people), which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. Older residents experience good health outcomes, with national health rankings matching those of the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Heathmont is largely Australian-born, at 77.1% of residents, with 17.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.8%) and Australian (24.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The community shows higher-than-average cultural diversity, with 22.9% of the population born outside Australia and 17.2% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 44.8% of residents. The most pronounced religious overrepresentation is among followers of Judaism, who make up 0.1% of the local population, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three most common heritages are English at 27.8% of the population, which is notably higher than the regional average of 20.1%, Australian at 24.6%, also well above the regional average of 18.4%, and Irish at 8.7%.
There are also distinct concentrations of other ethnic backgrounds, with Dutch heritage accounting for 2.0% of residents compared to 1.2% regionally, Hungarian heritage at 0.4% compared to 0.3%, and Russian heritage at 0.4% compared to 0.4%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Heathmont is 41. 21.5% 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 local residents is 41 years, which sits well above the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and is slightly higher than the national median of 38. Compared to metropolitan averages, the 45 - 54 age bracket is overrepresented at 14.3% of the local population, while young adults in the 25 - 34 bracket are underrepresented at 9.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 6.1% to 7.0%. In contrast, the 25 to 34 age group has shrunk from 10.3% to 9.6%.
Demographic projections suggest the local age profile will shift considerably by 2041. The 75 to 84 cohort is projected to grow the fastest, expanding by 35% and adding 239 people to total 933. This aging trend is further highlighted by the fact that residents aged 65 and older will account for 53% of all projected population growth. Conversely, population declines are expected in the 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Heathmont
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 8 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 — 81 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,933 at the 2021 Census → 9,909 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 (SAL21165). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.