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Heyfield has an estimated 2,426 residents, up from 2,050 at the 2021 Census — a change of 376 people, or 18.3%. Growth has averaged 3.5% a year over five years, faster than 89% of areas nationally. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 53.0% of that increase. Density is about 32 people per 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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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Heyfield has an estimated resident count of around 2,426, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of broader ABS population revisions alongside post-Census validated addresses. Compared to the 2,050 people recorded in the 2021 Census, this represents an expansion of 376 people (18.3%). This net increase is drawn from an estimated resident population of 2,418 determined by AreaSearch following the ABS ERP update (June 2025), coupled with 61 validated new addresses identified after the Census. With a population density of 32 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers generous living space.
Heyfield's 18.3% expansion since the 2021 census positioned it as a regional frontrunner, comfortably exceeding gains in both the SA3 area (2.4%) and the Rest of Vic.. Net interstate migration served as the primary growth engine, generating approximately 53.0% of recent population gains, with overseas migration and natural increase also registering positive contributions. Projections for the suburb of Heyfield incorporate ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2-level modeling published in 2024 using 2022 as its baseline. Where SA2 data is unavailable, AreaSearch integrates the VIC State Government's 2023 Regional/LGA projections, applying a weighted aggregation method from LGA to SA2 geographies, with age-cohort growth rates from these models extended across 2032 to 2041. Future demographic projections place the area within the upper quartile of Australian non-metropolitan regions, anticipating an increase of 928 persons to 2041 under aggregated SA2 modeling, which equates to a total 16-year expansion of 37.9%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
80 new dwellings have been approved in Heyfield over the past five years, an average of 16 a year. That places the area in the 80th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 20 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 90% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 33, 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 building approvals by AreaSearch indicates that Heyfield has recorded an average of roughly 16 new residential approvals annually, amounting to around 80 homes across the preceding 5 financial years, with 33 approvals logged to date in FY-25. Between FY-21 and FY-25, an average of 4.1 incoming residents arrived for each dwelling built, demonstrating that residential demand substantially exceeds additions to housing stock, a dynamic that tends to fuel buyer competition and elevate property prices, with newly constructed homes averaging an expected construction cost of $436,000. Additionally, $3.5 million in commercial building approvals have been registered during this financial year, reflecting a relatively restrained commercial development pipeline.
On a per-person basis, residential building approvals in Heyfield exceed the Rest of Vic. by 67.0%, offering prospective purchasers a broad selection of new properties. Detached houses account for 90.0% of new residential development, while attached dwellings make up 10.0%, sustaining the low-density neighborhood character and appealing to buyers pursuing spacious detached properties. Furthermore, the ratio of approximately 82 people per dwelling approval underscores an expanding residential market. Based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch, Heyfield is forecast to expand by 920 residents by 2041. Should current construction volumes persist without accelerating, the delivery of new dwellings may struggle to accommodate demographic growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and reinforcing upward pressure on residential values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Heyfield
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 62 current infrastructure and development projects close to Heyfield, worth an estimated $10.3 billion. 24 are already under construction and 28 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and energy. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Strategic planning frameworks and major works programs serve as vital catalysts for community growth and regional economic performance. While no major local initiatives have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to exert a direct influence within the immediate vicinity, several significant regional developments are anticipated to generate broader benefits, including the Regional Housing Fund Gippsland, Gippsland Digital Infrastructure Upgrade, Maryvale Energy from Waste (EfW) Facility, and the Gippsland Line Upgrade.
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Maffra Aged Care Facility
The $69.7 million Maffra Aged Care Facility involves the construction of a new 30-bed public sector residential aged care facility. The design follows a 'small household' model, providing residents with private bedrooms and ensuites, alongside communal kitchens, dining areas, and lounges. The project also delivers a new commercial kitchen and energy centre to support the wider Maffra District Hospital campus, enhancing integrated health services for the Wellington Shire community.
Maffra Retarding Basins and Wetlands
The project involves the construction of retarding basins and wetlands to manage stormwater, alleviate flooding, support integrated water management, and enable residential development as part of the Maffra Structure Plan. Planning Scheme Amendment C120well, which implements these plans, is currently under consideration for adoption.
Maffra Heavy Vehicle Bypass Route
Redirection of large freight movements from Maffra-Newry Road to Powerscourt Street and then to Sandy Creek Road to reduce heavy vehicle traffic through the town centre and residential areas, improving safety, amenity, and traffic flow. Includes upgrading Sandy Creek Road to accommodate heavy vehicles as part of the adopted Maffra Structure Plan.
Maffra South-Eastern Growth Precinct
Strategic residential expansion area (Precinct E) designated under the Maffra Structure Plan. The precinct encompasses land identified for General Residential Zone and Low Density Residential Zone development, integrated with stormwater retarding basins, wetland infrastructure, and open space corridors to accommodate around 350 lots.
Maffra Northern Growth Precinct
Council-led residential growth precinct north of Maffra (Precincts A-D) guided by the Maffra Structure Plan. Planning Scheme Amendment C120well implements the framework into the Wellington Planning Scheme through the introduction of General Residential Zone Schedule 2 (GRZ2) and Development Plan Overlay Schedule 1 (DPO1) to facilitate approximately 627 residential dwellings to 2042.
Gippsland Digital Infrastructure Upgrade
Regional digital infrastructure initiative led through the Gippsland Regional Partnership and Regional Development Victoria to improve digital connectivity across Gippsland. The Gippsland Digital Plan prioritises reducing mobile blackspots, improving broadband and fibre services, supporting remote and vulnerable communities, increasing digital literacy, and improving connectivity for businesses, tourism and remote work. The program continues as an advocacy and coordination initiative with projects delivered by multiple government and telecommunications partners.
Stratford Structure Plan (2025)
A 20 year strategic structure plan being prepared by Wellington Shire Council to guide the future growth of Stratford. The plan will establish a settlement boundary, identify future residential, commercial and industrial growth areas, protect environmental and heritage assets, and provide the strategic basis for future amendments to the Wellington Planning Scheme. As of 2026, the draft plan is being finalised following community consultation and technical studies, with a final public consultation phase expected before completion.
North Sale Growth Area Development Plan
Comprehensive development plan for the 294ha North Sale Growth Area providing a framework for coordinated urban development. It includes 1,000+ residential lots, a new Sale College campus at Gibsons and Cobains Road, a 122-place early years hub, infrastructure upgrades, and community facilities.
1,175 residents of Heyfield are employed, from a labour force of 1,221. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 59.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 1,935, about 80% 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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Heyfield features a balanced mix of white and blue collar jobs, with the construction industry standing out for its strong representation, an unemployment rate of only 3.8%, and an estimated employment growth of 8.2% over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,175 residents are employed, the unemployment rate matches Regional Vic.'s rate of 3.7%, and workforce participation is broadly similar to Regional Vic.'s 61.1%. Census responses indicate that a low 10.3% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.
Resident employment is concentrated primarily in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. The community displays pronounced industrial specialization in manufacturing, where its employment share reaches 1.5 times the broader regional benchmark. Conversely, education & training accounts for only 5.8% of the local workforce, trailing the 9.1% share observed in Regional Vic.. A comparison between the Census working population and resident counts suggests that local job opportunities within the immediate area remain relatively constrained. Analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, indicates that employment grew by 8.2% and the labour force expanded by 7.1% during the year to March 2026, leading to a 1.0 percentage point drop in unemployment. This trend differs from Regional Vic., where employment shrank by 0.1%, the labour force decreased by 0.3%, and unemployment fell by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional context for future demand in Heyfield. These projections span five and ten-year horizons and have been overlaid onto the local employment profile to estimate growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, sectoral growth rates vary considerably. When these industry-specific forecasts are applied to Heyfield's employment composition, local employment is expected to grow by 5.6% over five years and 12.2% over ten years, though this figure represents a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localised population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Heyfield is $1,007 a week (about $52,000 a year), with median personal income at $530 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $36,890 a year against an average of $44,890. 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 AreaSearch's evaluation of ATO postcode figures for financial year 2023, personal earnings in the suburb of Heyfield remain below nationwide averages, registering a median income of $36,890 and an average income of $44,890, compared to $50,954 and $62,728 respectively across Regional Vic.. Factoring in a 9.62% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates as of March 2026 stand at roughly $40,439 for median income and $49,208 for average income. Census 2021 records place personal, family, and household earnings in Heyfield between the 3rd and 5th percentiles across Australia.
The primary earnings bracket encompasses 30.7% of residents making $400 - 799 weekly (744 residents), contrasting with major metropolitan areas where 30.3% earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Even though housing expenses remain manageable with residents retaining 87.4% of their earnings, overall disposable income sits at only the 6th percentile across the country.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Heyfield had 786 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 94% detached houses and 5% apartments. 35% are owned with a mortgage, 19% rented and 46% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $210 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,088 a month. Rent absorbs 20.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.9%. 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 at the most recent Census was composed of 93.9% standalone houses and 6.1% semi-detached, apartment, and other dwelling forms, differing from Regional Vic.'s breakdown of 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings. Outright home ownership in Heyfield stood at 46.2%, significantly higher than the regional benchmark, while 34.8% of properties were held under a mortgage and 19.0% were rented. Typical housing costs were notably affordable, with median monthly mortgage repayments of $1,088 and median weekly rents of $210, compared to $1,430 and $285 across Regional Vic.. When evaluated on a national scale, Heyfield's mortgage payments sit substantially beneath the Australian average of $1,863, and local rents remain far lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Heyfield counted 786 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 930 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute 65.0% of households in the area, divided into couples without children (28.2%), couples with children (24.3%), and single parent families (9.9%). The remaining 35.0% comprise non-family arrangements, primarily lone person households at 33.4% and group living situations at 2.4%. The typical household accommodates a median of 2.3 people, which is slightly below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
10.1% of adults in Heyfield hold a university qualification, including 7.6% with a bachelor degree and 0.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 33.8% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 184 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 974 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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Attainment of higher education presents a distinct challenge in the locality, with tertiary degree holders making up 10.1% of the population compared to the wider VIC benchmark of 33.4%, highlighting opportunities for targeted learning initiatives. Within tertiary qualifications, bachelor degrees represent 7.6%, graduate diplomas 1.8%, and postgraduate degrees 0.7%. Conversely, vocational and technical qualifications are widespread, with 43.2% of individuals aged 15+ possessing trade credentials, consisting of 9.4% with advanced diplomas and 33.8% holding certificates. Overall academic engagement is substantial, with 29.8% of local citizens actively enrolled in study programs.
This group includes 12.0% attending primary school, 9.9% undertaking secondary schooling, and 2.2% enrolled in tertiary education courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Heyfield means driving: households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport connectivity in Heyfield is supported by 2 active passenger stops operating across 1 transit route, delivering a combined total of 34 weekly passenger trips. Access to transit infrastructure is moderate, with residents situated an average distance of 512 meters from the nearest boarding point. Private motor vehicles serve as the primary commuting choice for 92% of working residents, while 6% commute on foot, and households maintain an average of 1.6 vehicles per dwelling. Work-from-home arrangements were recorded at a relatively low 10.3% in the 2021 Census, subject to the context of COVID-19 conditions.
Local public transport timetables provide an average frequency of 4 trips per day across all available services, which corresponds to approximately 17 weekly trips at each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
59.9% of residents in Heyfield report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 81% of areas nationally. 8.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 44.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 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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Public health metrics compiled by AreaSearch indicate measurable challenges for Heyfield, driven by elevated chronic illness and mortality rates across both younger and older demographics. Furthermore, private health insurance coverage is notably restricted, encompassing approximately 45% of residents (~1,084 people), lagging behind the 50.5% level seen across Regional Vic. and the 55.7% national average. Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most widespread diagnosed illnesses locally, affecting 10.1 and 9.4% of the population respectively, while 59.9% of residents report no ongoing medical conditions, slightly below the 63.4% recorded throughout Regional Vic..
Chronic ailments are particularly evident among the working-age cohort. Senior citizens aged 65 and over account for 29.7% of the community (720 people), exceeding the Regional Vic. share of 24.0%, with health metrics for older residents largely tracking general population distributions nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Heyfield is largely Australian-born, at 91.3% of residents, with 2.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (35.2%) and English (32.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity metrics for Heyfield sit below regional and national standards, with Australian citizens comprising 87.7% of the populace, 91.3% born domestically, and 97.3% using English as their sole language at home. Christianity represents the leading religious affiliation, claimed by 46.0% of community members, compared with 47.3% throughout Regional Vic.. Examining parental country of birth, the primary ancestries reported in Heyfield are Australian at 35.2% (exceeding the 29.6% regional figure), English at 32.1%, and Irish at 10.4%. Several other backgrounds show notable differences in representation, including Dutch residents comprising 2.1% (vs 1.7% regionally), Polish at 1.1% (vs 0.5%), and Welsh at 0.6% (vs 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Heyfield is 47, older than 85% of areas nationally. 22.1% 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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Heyfield exhibits a comparatively mature demographic structure relative to Regional Vic.. Seniors and retirees aged 65+ comprise 29.7% of residents as at August 2026, compared to 24.0% regionally, while young to middle aged adults aged 25 - 44 represent 19.7%, below the wider regional proportion of 23.1%. The median age stands at an estimated 47 as at August 2026, mirroring the 2021 Census result and exceeding the Regional Vic. median of 43 at that Census, as well as the nationwide median of 38. Among age brackets, residents aged 45 - 64 have reduced from 25.4% at the Census to an estimated 22.8%.
By 2041, the senior cohort is projected to see the largest absolute addition, growing by 273 (38%) to 994 persons, while young to middle aged adults are forecast to experience the fastest relative expansion, rising 52% to 726 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Heyfield
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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 last month 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 last month 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 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 4 months ago all 2 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 May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 61 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (2,050 at the 2021 Census → 2,426 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 (SAL21179). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.