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Highton has an estimated 22,654 residents, up from 20,736 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,918 people, or 9.2%. Growth has averaged 1.9% a year over five years. 261 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 52.0% of that increase. That puts 1,989 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to investigations of ABS demographics updates for the wider region and recently verified locations by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Highton has a projected population of approximately 22,654 in May 2026. This represents a rise of 1,918 individuals (9.2%) from the 2021 Census, when the head count was 20,736. The variance is calculated based on a localized population of 22,636, computed by AreaSearch using the most recent ABS ERP numbers from June 2025 alongside an extra 261 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level translates to a density of 1,988 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical benchmarks across domestic communities evaluated by AreaSearch.
The suburb of Highton recorded 9.2% growth since the 2021 census, outperforming the Rest of Vic. (4.3%) and the SA3 territory, making it a regional leader in expansion. Population gains were chiefly powered by inbound international migration, which represented roughly 52.0% of the total demographic growth in recent times, though all components including domestic relocation from other states and natural replacement made positive contributions. AreaSearch incorporates projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 units, published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline. For SA2 territories lacking this information, projections from the VIC State Government released in 2023 are applied, with calibrations made via a weighted averaging method of expansion from LGA down to SA2 zones. Demographic gains broken down by age brackets from these aggregations are also projected forward for the period from 2032 to 2041. Anticipating future population movements, a major rise placing the area in the highest quartile of non-metropolitan locations nationwide is predicted. Aggregate SA2 projections suggest the suburb of Highton will expand by 6,519 residents by 2041, representing a total gain of 28.7% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
715 new dwellings have been approved in Highton over the past five years, an average of 143 a year. That places the area in the 76th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 105 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 76% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 90, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS building permit statistics mapped from regional indicators, developers in Highton have secured approvals for approximately 143 residential dwellings annually, culminating in an estimated 715 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, 83 approvals have been logged. Over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), an average of 2.8 new residents were added for each completed residence, pointing to robust demand that is likely to bolster housing values. Newly approved dwellings carry an average construction value of $798,000, indicating that builders are focusing on upscale buyers with premium properties.
Furthermore, commercial permits worth $116.3 million have been registered during this financial year, showing robust local business investment. Compared against the Rest of Vic. benchmark, Highton generates approximately 65% of the per capita construction volume. It ranks in the 45th percentile of all localities evaluated across the country, which translates to a relatively restricted supply of new homes for buyers and reinforces demand for established properties. The mix of new residential projects consists of 76.0% detached dwellings and 24.0% multi-unit developments or apartments, preserving the traditional low-density residential feel of the neighborhood while catering to families desiring space. A ratio of roughly 369 people for each new approval indicates a fully established marketplace. Projecting forward, Highton is anticipated to add 6,501 residents by 2041, calculated from the most recent quarterly estimates by AreaSearch. Should current construction rates persist, the supply of new housing may fail to keep up with demographic expansion, potentially intensifying buyer rivalry and encouraging more rapid capital gains.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Highton
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Highton, worth an estimated $66 million. A further 74 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $10.3 billion. 16 are already under construction and 27 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Few elements have as much influence on a suburb's trajectory as changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning. In total, 29 projects have been tracked by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include Wandana Estate, Highton Urban Design Framework, 22-24 Barrabool Road Development, and Epworth Geelong Innovation and Education Precinct, with the accompanying index outlining the most significant projects.
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Highton Urban Design Framework
Comprehensive village improvement framework for Highton Village, including enhanced streetscapes in Bellevue Arcade and Village Walk, building height guidelines up to 4 storeys, improved parking and traffic management, and greater pedestrianisation. The implementation amendment (C457ggee) was adopted by the Council in August 2025.
22-24 Barrabool Road Development
Proposed apartment development on Barrabool Road in Highton village area. Details under development with planning applications in progress.
Morven Townhomes
A boutique residential development featuring 19 architecturally designed townhouses and units with 3-5 bedroom layouts. Set within thoughtfully landscaped grounds with native planting influenced by the surrounding rolling hills and coastline. The development represents quality infill housing in established Highton with modern finishes and spacious living areas.
34 Barrabool Road Apartments
Three-storey apartment building with 10 apartments featuring 2 and 3-bedroom units, basement carpark and communal outdoor area. Located 100m north of Highton Village shops.
Deakin University Waurn Ponds Campus Expansion
Ongoing multi-stage transformation of Deakin University's Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus under the Climate Ready Campus masterplan. Key completed components include the Geelong Future Economy Precinct (GFEP) - Victoria's epicentre of advanced manufacturing, energy and sustainability research - the 7.5MW renewable energy microgrid (operational since 2021), 320-bed student accommodation (completed April 2021), and the REACH health hub. Active works include road network upgrades, integrated water management and wetland conversion, and Building KA infill (completed 2025). The GFEP hosts 18 joint ventures with a market value of approximately $1 billion and the REACH Trailblazer program ($380 million total value) focused on clean energy and recycling commercialisation.
Coles Belmont Redevelopment
Redevelopment of the existing Coles supermarket into a larger approximately 3,400 sqm contemporary supermarket with a new Liquorland, basement car parking for about 160 vehicles, upgraded public realm works, improved pedestrian access, bus stop improvements and landscaping. Construction commenced following permit approval and subsequent permit amendments, with the existing store closing in June 2026 and reopening expected in late 2027.
Grovedale Village
Mixed-use neighbourhood retail centre under construction at the corner of Colac Road and Rossack Drive. The development comprises convenience retail, drive-through food outlets, a fuel station, coffee outlet, Club Lime gymnasium and a 120-place childcare centre. Initial retail tenancies commenced construction in 2024, with remaining components continuing to open in stages.
Scenic Road Walking & Cycling Path
New pedestrian and cycling path on Scenic Road, partnership between City of Greater Geelong, Australian Government and Barwon Water. $270,000 city contribution plus $500,000 federal investment.
12,519 residents of Highton are employed, from a labour force of 12,757. Unemployment sits at 1.9%, with participation at 69.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 17,204, about 76% 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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Highton is characterized by a highly qualified workforce, a strong presence of essential services, an unemployment rate of only 1.9%, and relatively consistent employment levels over the preceding year, as shown by AreaSearch compilations of regional data. By March 2026, 12,519 locals are employed. The jobless rate sits 1.8% below the Regional Vic. standard of 3.7%, and the proportion of the population active in the workforce is significantly higher than typical benchmarks (69.1% relative to Regional Vic.'s 61.1%). Census data indicates that a notable 26.5% of workers performed their duties from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, education & training, and retail commerce. The local workforce shows a particularly high concentration in education & training, employing people at 1.5 times the regional rate. In contrast, agricultural, forestry, and fishing enterprises have minimal representation at 0.7% compared to the regional benchmark of 7.5%. The heavily residential nature of the district means it offers few local jobs relative to the size of the resident workforce, as demonstrated by comparing the census counts of local workers and working residents. According to AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader regional divisions, the total size of the workforce contracted by 0.6% during the 12 months ending March 2026, while overall employment shrank by 0.2%, which caused the jobless rate to drop by 0.4 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional Vic. saw employment contract by 0.1%, the labor force decrease by 0.3%, and unemployment drop by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context regarding potential future hiring trends within Highton. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been modeled against the local worker profile to estimate future trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, although the rates of expansion vary greatly by sector. Applying these industry-level projections to the local workforce structure indicates that employment among residents should grow by 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (note that this calculation is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not account for local population changes).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Highton is $2,054 a week (about $107,000 a year), with median personal income at $889 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,843 a year against an average of $69,979. 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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Taxpayer income levels in Highton are marginally above the nationwide average according to compiled ATO records for the financial year 2023. The median taxable income is $53,843, while the average taxable income is $69,979, which compares to median and average figures of $50,954 and $62,728 respectively across Regional Vic. Adjusted for Wage Price Index inflation of 9.62% since the financial year 2023, current figures would be roughly $59,023 for the median and $76,711 for the average as of March 2026. Census data from 2021 places household, family, and individual earnings in Highton in the 67th percentile nationwide.
Income brackets show the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common, accounting for 30.6% of residents (6,932 people), which closely matches the regional profile where 30.3% of the population falls into this group. Affluence is quite visible, with 31.7% of residents earning in excess of $3,000 weekly, which underpins demand for high-end shops and services. Disposable income stands at 87.5% of earnings once housing costs are paid, indicating healthy household budgets, and the area ranks in the 8th decile on the SEIFA index of economic resources.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Highton had 7,458 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 87% detached houses and 0% apartments. 39% are owned with a mortgage, 22% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $360 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 17.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.5%. 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 mix of housing in Highton at the time of the most recent Census consisted of 87.4% detached houses and 12.6% alternative housing types (townhouses, flats, and other configurations), compared to Regional Vic.'s breakdown of 90.1% houses and 9.9% alternative dwellings. The rate of home ownership was matching the regional average of 39.3%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (38.9%) or occupied by tenants (21.7%). The median monthly home loan payment was significantly higher than the Regional Vic. average at $2,000, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $360, compared to regional medians of $1,430 and $285.
On a national level, Highton's home loan repayments exceed the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs remain below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Highton counted 7,458 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,148 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 36% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 23% 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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Family households make up the bulk of homes at 73.2%, consisting of 36.3% partners with children, 28.3% partners without children, and 7.9% single-parent arrangements. Non-family living situations account for the remaining 26.8%, with single-person households representing 23.2% of homes and shared group houses making up 3.7%. The median number of occupants per household is 2.6, which is larger than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
39.4% of adults in Highton hold a university qualification, including 25.9% with a bachelor degree and 9.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 18.1% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 3,545 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,105 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 level of education in Highton is significantly higher than broader geographical averages, with 39.4% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 21.7% in the Rest of Vic. and 27.3% in the SA3 region. This concentration of advanced qualifications prepares the local community well for professional and technical roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 25.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees (9.2%) and graduate diplomas (4.3%). Practical and vocational training is also well represented, with 30.7% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications from technical colleges, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.6%) and certificates (18.1%).
The proportion of the population engaged in study is high, with 32.2% of residents currently enrolled in an educational program. This student population includes 10.3% attending primary schools, 8.3% enrolled in secondary education, and 7.9% studying at tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Highton reaches 74 stops on 15 routes, timetabled for about 1,800 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 1.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of the public transport network shows 74 active transit stops operating within the boundaries of Highton. These stops are served by 15 distinct routes, which combine to support 1,826 weekly passenger journeys. Access to transport is categorized as good, with residents living an average of 255 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because Highton is predominantly residential, most working residents travel out of the area for employment, and private vehicles remain the primary choice for 93% of commuters. Households own an average of 1.6 vehicles. A significant proportion of the workforce, 26.5%, worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
Weekly timetables show an average of 260 trips daily across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 24 weekly services for each transit stop.
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70.5% of residents in Highton report no long-term health condition. 4.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.5% 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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Analysis of medical indicators points to positive well-being throughout Highton, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and the occurrence of chronic conditions, with low rates of common health issues observed in both younger and older residents. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is quite high, covering approximately 54% of the population (~12,344 people), compared to 50.5% across Regional Vic. The most prevalent health issues recorded among local residents were asthma and mental health concerns, affecting 8.3 and 7.9% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 70.5% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% in Regional Vic.
Residents under the age of 65 experience better health profiles than the national average. Seniors aged 65 and older make up 17.1% of the population (3,873 people), which is lower than the Regional Vic. proportion of 23.9%. The health status of these older residents is particularly positive, with rankings that align closely with the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Highton is largely Australian-born, at 79.9% of residents, with 13.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.0%) and Australian (25.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Highton shows higher levels of multicultural representation than the regional average, with 20.1% of residents born outside Australia and 13.5% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 49.9% of the local population. The most distinct statistical divergence from regional patterns is in Judaism, which is practiced by 0.1% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional Vic. Regarding heritage and parental origins, the three most common ancestries in Highton are English at 28.0%, Australian at 25.0%, and Irish at 10.0%. In addition, there are notable differences in the concentration of other backgrounds: Scottish ancestry is overrepresented at 9.4% of the population (compared to 8.8% regionally), Croatian is at 0.9% (compared to 0.4%), and Dutch is at 1.7% (compared to 1.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Highton is 38. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 29.0% 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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Highton's median age of 38 is considerably lower than the Regional Vic. median of 43, matching the national average of 38. The 15 - 24 age bracket is highly represented at 15.0% compared to Regional Vic., while the 65 - 74 bracket is less common at 8.9%. Since the 2021 Census, a growing cohort of younger residents has reduced the median age by 1.0 years to 38. Specifically, the 25 to 34 demographic expanded from 12.0% to 14.0% of the population, and the 15 to 24 age group grew from 13.4% to 15.0%.
Conversely, the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 11.4% to 9.7% and the 45 to 54 group declined from 12.9% to 11.6%. By 2041, Highton is anticipated to undergo significant shifts in its age structure. The 25 to 34 demographic is projected to experience the fastest growth at 66%, adding 2,099 residents to reach a total of 5,271, while the 65 to 74 demographic will grow by a modest 1%, adding only 25 individuals.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Highton
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 7 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 Jun 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 — 261 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (20,736 at the 2021 Census → 22,654 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 (SAL21187). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.