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Heidelberg has an estimated 8,014 residents, up from 7,360 at the 2021 Census — a change of 654 people, or 8.9%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 2,735 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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The suburb of Heidelberg's population stands at approximately 8,014 residents as of Aug 2026, according to assessments combining ABS population updates and AreaSearch validations of new addresses. This figure represents a rise of 654 individuals, or 8.9%, over the count of 7,360 people recorded during the 2021 Census. The updated total is derived from a resident population estimate of 7,974 provided by AreaSearch after analyzing the most recent ERP data release from the ABS dated June 2025, plus 68 newly confirmed addresses registered after the Census date. With a density of 2,735 persons per square kilometer, the suburb ranks within the upper quartile compared to other national locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
The suburb's 8.9% expansion since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 region's 5.6% increase, establishing it as a leading growth area locally. Overseas migration accounted for nearly all population gains in recent years and remains the primary catalyst for demographic change in the suburb. Projections used by AreaSearch draw from the 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia dataset using 2022 as its baseline for each SA2. For SA2 territories omitted from that release, AreaSearch integrates the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA figures, applying a weighted aggregation model to step LGA expansion down to the SA2 level. From 2032 to 2041, age-specific growth trajectories from these aggregated datasets are uniformly applied across all localities. Moving forward, the suburb of Heidelberg is forecast to demonstrate remarkable demographic expansion that ranks within the upper 10 percent of Australian statistical areas, adding an anticipated 3,499 persons by 2041 according to aggregated SA2 models, which corresponds to an overall 16-year surge of 43.2%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
213 new dwellings have been approved in Heidelberg over the past five years, an average of 42 a year. That places the area in the 73rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 59 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 27% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 87, 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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Analysis of ABS residential approval statistics compiled by AreaSearch reveals that Heidelberg has averaged approximately 42 dwelling permits per year, amounting to 213 homes across the preceding 5 financial years. In FY-25 to date, 87 building approvals have been logged. With an influx of 1.5 new residents annually for each residence built over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, residential construction aligns well with underlying demand to maintain steady market fundamentals, while new dwellings carry an average construction value of $525,000. Additionally, commercial building approvals reached $7.9 million in the current financial year, underscoring the locality's predominantly residential character.
On a per-capita basis, Heidelberg exhibits building activity comparable to Greater Melbourne, preserving an equilibrium in line with metropolitan trends. Medium and high-density housing represents 73.0% of recent construction, while detached houses account for 27.0%. This tilt toward higher-density dwelling types creates more accessible price points for incoming buyers, attracting first-time purchasers, downsizers, and property investors. It also marks a notable structural transition from the existing built environment (where detached houses comprise 42.0%), addressing site constraints as well as changing lifestyle tastes and cost pressures. With approximately 95 people per dwelling approval, the local property landscape demonstrates ongoing expansion. Looking forward, the latest quarterly assessment from AreaSearch projects that Heidelberg will expand by 3,459 residents by 2041. Should current building rates persist unchanged, residential supply may struggle to satisfy incoming resident demand, potentially intensifying buyer competition and placing upward pressure on property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Heidelberg
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 11 current infrastructure and development projects inside Heidelberg, worth an estimated $1.02 billion. A further 49 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $63.4 billion. 24 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. 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 capital works, major development schemes, and strategic planning decisions play a decisive role in shaping community outcomes. AreaSearch has pinpointed 19 distinct initiatives likely to influence the district, including major projects such as the Austin Hospital Emergency Department Expansion, The Austin Heidelberg, Bulle Apartments, and the Rosanna Village Masterplan & Redevelopment.
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Austin Hospital Emergency Department Expansion
The Austin Hospital Emergency Department Expansion is a $275 million healthcare infrastructure project funded by the Victorian Government. Delivered by Built and the Victorian Health Building Authority, the project constructs a new multi-storey emergency facility adding up to 29 emergency treatment spaces, a dedicated paediatric emergency zone, and upgraded short-stay units. Main construction is underway with completion scheduled for 2028.
Bell Street Mall Neighbourhood Activity Centre Masterplan
Masterplan and Design Guide to revitalise Bell Street Mall. Includes new public spaces, well-designed higher-density housing, preserving historic character, promoting economic growth, and urban design frameworks for building heights and landscaping. The Masterplan was adopted in December 2025 with works to improve signage, shopfronts, seating, lighting, and murals scheduled to begin in late 2026.
Heidelberg Structure Plan (Heidelberg Central Precinct)
The Heidelberg Structure Plan is a 20-year strategic framework guiding the evolution of the Heidelberg Major Activity Centre (MAC) into a State Significant health precinct. Gazetted in March and April 2026 under Amendments C172 and GC270, the plan applies new Activity Centre Zones (ACZ2) and Housing Choice and Transport Zones to manage built form, preserve heritage, and coordinate growth across six diverse precincts.
Bulle Apartments
Boutique 32-apartment development featuring contemporary design over four storeys. Located at the peak of Manningham Road with north orientation and energy efficiency. Includes private resident access via Nirvana Crescent, landscaped surrounds, double-glazed windows, and rooftop amenities featuring BBQ, lounge, and dining facilities. Several apartments are SDA compliant, purpose-built for High Physical Support and Improved Liveability standards.
The Austin Heidelberg
Luxury 8-level mixed-use development with 126 apartments, ground-floor retail/cafe, and rooftop terrace directly opposite Austin/Mercy hospitals and Burgundy Street retail precinct.
Manningham Road Interchange
A new interchange at the corner of Manningham Road and Bulleen Road in Bulleen, forming part of the North East Link tunnels project. Elevated ramps link the upgraded Eastern Freeway to the tunnels, and the simplified design redirects about 14,700 vehicles a day from Bulleen Road. It protects the River Red Gum on Bridge Street and frees land for cultural wetlands and walking and cycling paths. Tunnelling was reported more than 80 per cent complete in April 2026, with tunnel ramp works continuing on Bridge Street.The wider North East Link is scheduled to open in 2028.
Small Sites Program - Heidelberg West (Development Victoria)
Development Victoria's Small Sites program is unlocking surplus TAFE carpark land at 377-407 Waterdale Road (corner Bell Street), Heidelberg West, for medium-density housing with a minimum 10% affordable homes component. The site is one of ten in the program's second tranche, alongside Croydon South, Carlton, Baxter, Bendigo, Geelong, Preston and two Brighton sites. An Expression of Interest campaign for the tranche closed in October 2025, with the Request for Proposal stage to shortlisted developers underway in early 2026 ahead of developer selection and construction start.
Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital Redevelopment
The Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital redevelopment at Ivanhoe, operated by Austin Health and delivered with the Victorian Health Building Authority, consolidates sub-acute, veteran, mental health, aged care and rehabilitation services on one site. The Surgery Centre has eight operating theatres, and the mental health precinct includes the statewide Psychological Trauma Recovery Service. A 10-bed Youth Prevention and Recovery Care centre for people aged 16 to 25 opened in early 2026 as part of a $141 million statewide program.Further surgery and mental health upgrades are planned, with works ongoing in 2026.
4,878 residents of Heidelberg are employed, from a labour force of 5,023. Unemployment sits at 2.9%, with participation at 74.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 11,036, about 138% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Workforce data aggregated by AreaSearch indicates that Heidelberg possesses a well-credentialed labour pool with substantial representation in professional services, experiencing 2.8% estimated job growth over the preceding year and maintaining a low unemployment rate of 2.9%. In March 2026, employed residents reached 4,878, with local unemployment sitting 1.9% under the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 4.8%. The labour force participation rate stood at 74.1%, compared to 70.1% across Greater Melbourne. Census figures also revealed that 42.8% of local workers performed their duties from home, an outcome influenced by pandemic-related lockdown measures.
The primary employment sectors among local workers consist of health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. The suburb exhibits a pronounced employment concentration in health care & social assistance, where its job share exceeds the metropolitan baseline by 1.5 times. In contrast, retail trade employs only 7.3% of the resident workforce, trailing the 9.8% share recorded across Greater Melbourne. Registering 1.4 workers for every local resident at the Census, Heidelberg acts as a prominent regional employment destination that draws in commuting personnel from neighboring districts. According to AreaSearch's compilation of ABS and SALM metrics, the past 12-month cycle recorded a 2.8% rise in employment alongside a 3.5% expansion in the labour pool, which lifted the local unemployment rate by 0.7 percentage points. Across Greater Melbourne over the same timeframe, employment climbed 2.1% and the labour force grew 2.3%, leading to an increase of 0.2 percentage points in unemployment. National employment modelling from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 offers further perspective on future labour requirements in Heidelberg. When these five-year and ten-year nationwide forecasts (projecting broader growth of 6.6% and 13.7% respectively) are weighted against Heidelberg's specific industry distribution, local employment is projected to expand by 7.5% across five years and 15.2% across ten years, noting that this simple industry-weighted extrapolation serves illustrative aims and excludes localized population models.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Heidelberg is $2,012 a week (about $105,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,086 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $65,899 a year against an average of $94,378. The average runs 43% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO figures aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that Heidelberg taxpayers generate earnings that rank among the top tier nationally. Median taxable income reached $65,899 while average income climbed to $94,378, outperforming the Greater Melbourne benchmarks of $57,688 and $75,164. Factoring in subsequent Wage Price Index expansion of 9.62% from financial year 2023, modelled earnings as of March 2026 stand at roughly $72,238 for median income and $103,457 for average income. As of the 2021 Census, individual weekly earnings positioned the area at the 85th percentile across Australia at $1,086.
The largest earning bracket comprises 32.9% of residents (2,636 people) taking home between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, aligning with Greater Melbourne where 32.8% fall within this band. Even with housing obligations absorbing 15.6% of income, strong remuneration places local disposable income at the 67th percentile, with the area achieving an 8th decile SEIFA income placement.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Heidelberg had 2,997 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 43% detached houses and 41% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 43% rented and 29% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,150 a month. Rent absorbs 19.9% 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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Census records indicate that dwellings in Heidelberg consist of 42.5% stand-alone houses and 57.5% attached or multi-unit dwellings (including semi-detached residences, flats, and other structures), contrasting with the Greater Melbourne distribution of 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative dwelling forms. Outright home ownership stood at 28.7%, trailing metropolitan levels, while 28.8% of residences carried a mortgage and 42.6% were occupied by renters. Typical monthly mortgage commitments were $2,150, above the metropolitan median of $2,000, and weekly median rent was $400 compared to $390 across Greater Melbourne. On a national scale, local monthly mortgage obligations outstrip the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents sit above the countrywide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Heidelberg counted 2,997 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,263 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the vast majority of local domestic arrangements, accounting for 63.0% of all households; this comprises couples with children at 27.3%, couples without offspring at 25.9%, and single parent families at 8.5%. Non-family living situations represent 37.0% of the total, consisting predominantly of lone person households at 33.4% and group households at 3.8%. The typical household contains 2.3 people, which is slightly smaller than the Greater Melbourne median of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
51.9% of adults in Heidelberg hold a university qualification, including 31.0% with a bachelor degree and 15.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 91% of areas nationally. A further 13.0% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 2,017 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,132 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 among Heidelberg residents exceeds wider benchmarks by a substantial margin, with tertiary degree holders making up 51.9% of individuals aged 15+, compared to 30.4% nationwide and 32.8% throughout the SA4 region. This high concentration of credentials positions the local population favorably for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees constitute the largest category at 31.0%, followed by postgraduate awards at 15.6% and graduate diplomas at 5.3%. Vocational training accounts for 22.5% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, comprising certificates (13.0%) and advanced diplomas (9.5%). Academic participation is strong across the community, with 28.1% of the population engaged in formal study.
This student cohort includes 9.2% attending primary school, 7.2% enrolled in tertiary institutions, and 6.0% participating in secondary schooling.
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Public transport in Heidelberg reaches 30 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 6,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 260 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An evaluation of local public transit networks identifies 30 active transit stops in Heidelberg, consisting of bus facilities. These locations are served by 11 separate routes that deliver a total of 6,085 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transport is favorable, with residents situated an average of 263 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given its residential profile, outward commuting is standard: private motor vehicles account for 68% of travel, while 14% of commuters walk and 11% take the train. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.0 per household, below metropolitan figures.
Additionally, 42.8% of workers operated from home at the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era workplace restrictions. Across all transit lines, service frequency averages 869 departures per day, which translates to roughly 202 weekly departures for each individual stop.
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69.6% of residents in Heidelberg report no long-term health condition. 6.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 64.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 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 compiled by AreaSearch show favorable wellbeing metrics for Heidelberg, with chronic conditions and mortality statistics aligning with national benchmarks. Although common health issues remain low across the broader community, higher prevalence appears within vulnerable older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is notably widespread, held by roughly 64% of the population (5,128 people), well above the Greater Melbourne average of 56.7% and the Australian benchmark of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions represent the most prevalent diagnosed ailments locally, recorded among 7.1% and 8.9% of residents respectively, while 69.6% reported having no diagnosed health conditions compared to 72.6% regionally.
Residents aged under 65 exhibit above-average health results. The community includes 1,418 people aged 65 and over, making up 17.7% of the population against 15.1% across Greater Melbourne, with senior health indicators presenting certain challenges that track lower nationally than the overall community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
29.3% of Heidelberg residents were born overseas and 24.7% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (21.1%) and Australian (20.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Heidelberg demonstrates broader cultural variation than most comparable markets, with 29.3% of residents born abroad and 24.7% communicating in a non-English language at home. Christianity is the predominant faith, practiced by 46.4% of the community. Judaism accounts for 0.2% of residents, representing a distinct divergence compared to the 1.0% proportion observed across Greater Melbourne. Regarding ancestral background based on parents' birthplaces, the three leading ancestries in Heidelberg are English at 21.1%, Australian at 20.6%, and Other at 10.5%. Furthermore, specific ethnic heritages show varying concentrations relative to metropolitan norms, including Italian at 8.2% (compared to 5.2% across the broader region), Macedonian at 1.0% (vs 0.7%), and Hungarian at 0.4% (vs 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Heidelberg is 39. 27.0% 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 age distribution of Heidelberg aligns closely with Greater Melbourne across broad demographic tiers, with the largest divergence across the four main cohorts being 4.6 percentage points. The median age is estimated at 39 as at August 2026, identical to the 2021 Census figure and 2 years higher than the metropolitan benchmark of 37 at that Census. By 2041, the 45 - 64 age group is projected to accommodate the largest absolute increase, expanding by 1,187 residents (62%) to reach 3,094, while the 65+ cohort is anticipated to be the fastest-growing in relative terms, increasing 74% to 2,466 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Heidelberg
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Sep 2026 last month all 11 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 68 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (7,360 at the 2021 Census → 8,014 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 Aug 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 (SAL21167). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.