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Inverloch has an estimated 6,666 residents, up from 6,526 at the 2021 Census — a change of 140 people, or 2.1%. Growth has averaged 1.1% a year over five years, slower than 79% of areas nationally. 175 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Density is about 61 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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Based on evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region, alongside new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the population of the suburb of Inverloch is estimated to be approximately 6,666 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 140 people (2.1%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 6,526 individuals. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 6,590, estimated by AreaSearch using the most recent ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an additional 175 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population level results in a density of 61 persons per square kilometer, ensuring significant space per resident.
Throughout the last ten years, the suburb of Inverloch has shown stable expansion with a 2.0% compound annual growth rate, exceeding the SA4 region. Population expansion in the area was mostly driven by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 88.0% of total population increases in recent times. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For SA2 regions lacking this data, AreaSearch applies the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted via weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Factoring in these demographic transitions, remarkable growth is anticipated over the period, placing it in the top 10 percent of locations outside capital cities. The suburb of Inverloch is projected to grow by 2,759 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, which is an overall increase of 40.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
354 new dwellings have been approved in Inverloch over the past five years, an average of 70 a year. That places the area in the 55th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 11 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 60 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 97% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 37, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals distributed from statistical area data, the suburb of Inverloch has averaged approximately 70 residential development approvals yearly. This includes an estimated 354 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 34 during the current FY-26. With an average of only 1 new residents per year per dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), new housing is keeping up with or outstripping demand, providing buyers with many choices and creating capacity for population growth above current projections.
New properties carry an average expected construction cost of $570,000, showing that developers are targeting the high-end market with premium projects. Furthermore, $42.1 million in commercial approvals have been registered during this financial year, showing strong commercial development activity. In comparison to Rest of Vic., the suburb of Inverloch displays comparable development volume per person, keeping the market balanced in line with the broader region. This level of activity is well above the national average, showing strong developer interest in the area. Recent construction consists of 97.0% standalone houses and 3.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the traditional low density environment and focusing on family properties for buyers wanting space. With approximately 249 people per dwelling approval, the suburb of Inverloch exhibits the traits of a low density location. Future forecasts indicate the suburb of Inverloch will add 2,683 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Construction is keeping pace reasonably with projected growth, though home buyers might face rising competition as the population increases.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Inverloch
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Inverloch, worth an estimated $56 million. A further 52 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $8.37 billion. 21 are already under construction and 11 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning decisions can greatly impact regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 8 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Significant initiatives include Wyndham Garden Inverloch, Cape to Cape Resilience Project, RACV Inverloch Resort Expansion, and the Inverloch to Wonthaggi Trail Project, with details of the most relevant projects listed below.
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RACV Inverloch Resort Expansion
Multi-million-dollar expansion of the RACV Inverloch Resort designed by GHD, adding a two-level coastal wing with 36 premium ocean view rooms. Supported by the Victorian Government's Regional Tourism Investment Fund, the project will increase capacity by 20,000 guests annually, deliver additional parking, and upgrade wastewater storage. It is expected to create 120 construction jobs and inject 6.5 million dollars annually into the local economy.
Wyndham Garden Inverloch
A 50-key serviced apartment hotel with two ground floor retail tenancies and a rooftop bar, positioned on the foreshore at the southern tip of Inverloch with 270-degree coastal and parkland views over Anderson Inlet and The Glade foreshore reserve. Developed by Forte Group in partnership with Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, with operations to be managed by 1834 Hotels under the Wyndham Garden brand. Architecture by Hachem Architecture and Cornetta Partners. The hotel is under construction and targeting a mid-2026 opening.
Cape to Cape Resilience Project
The Cape to Cape Resilience Project builds coastal resilience from Cape Paterson to Cape Liptrap, addressing erosion and inundation hazards through scientific assessments, community engagement, and adaptive planning. The final Cape to Cape Resilience Plan was released in December 2025 following extensive consultation. On-ground works - a large-scale dune reconstruction and beach nourishment project at Inverloch Surf Beach - commenced in early 2026, funded by $3.3 million from the Australian Government's Coastal Estuarine Risk Mitigation Program.The works aim to rebuild lost sand dunes and restore safe beach access near the Inverloch Surf Lifesaving Club.
Inverloch to Wonthaggi Trail
Construction of a 14 km off-road shared walking and cycling trail linking Inverloch and Wonthaggi. Much of the route is complete and open, with remaining works focused on gravel path completion, boardwalks, signage, planting and finishing works. The trail starts near Inverloch Surf Life Saving Club, follows public road reserve and drainage reserve corridors including Goroke Street and Drowleys Road, and connects to the Bass Coast Rail Trail in Wonthaggi. Council expects completion in mid 2026.
Summerfields Estate
Masterplanned residential community in Wonthaggi being delivered in multiple stages. The estate includes approximately 450 residential lots together with landscaped open space, wetlands, walking trails and community areas. Construction and staged land releases have continued with further subdivision activity recorded.
Powlett Ridge Estate
Powlett Ridge Estate is a multi-stage residential land development in North Wonthaggi delivered by LandGipps, positioned where the countryside meets the coast. The estate offers lots ranging from around 200 to 2000 square metres, underground services, tree-lined streets and an open space reserve, with views toward the Powlett River flats. Multiple early stages are complete and occupied, with later stages including Stage 5, Stage 6a, Stage 7 and Stage 9 released or currently selling. The site is about 3 kilometres from the Wonthaggi town centre and close to schools, the Wonthaggi Recreation Reserve, and the coastal attractions of Cape Paterson and Inverloch, both around 10 minutes away.
North Wonthaggi Affordable Housing Development
Development of nine single-storey affordable dwellings on unused road reserve in George Street to provide housing for low-income households, featuring accessibility provisions and funded through Victoria's Big Housing Build.
Parklands Estate, Wonthaggi
Parklands Estate is a masterplanned residential community in Wonthaggi North, offering modern living with over 8 hectares of open space and parklands. It features house and land packages, underground power, NBN readiness, a recycled water supply, and premium allotments across multiple stages as part of the Wonthaggi North East Precinct Structure Plan area.
2,698 residents of Inverloch are employed, from a labour force of 2,763. Unemployment sits at 2.4%, with participation at 49.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,040, about 91% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The suburb of Inverloch has a qualified workforce with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.4%, and an estimated 1.8% job growth over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 2,698 residents are employed, and the unemployment rate is 1.3% below the Regional Vic. rate of 3.7%. However, participation in the workforce is much lower, at 49.6% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic. Census data shows a moderate 22.7% of residents worked from home, although Covid-19 restrictions during that period should be kept in mind.
Employment for residents is mainly concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction. The workforce is notably concentrated in education & training, which stands at 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing employs only 3.8% of local workers, which is below the Regional Vic. average of 7.5%. The area seems to provide few local jobs, as shown by comparing the Census working population to the resident population. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical regions, during the year to March 2026, employment rose by 1.8% and the labor force grew by 1.4%, which reduced the unemployment rate by 0.4 percentage points. In comparison, Regional Vic. saw employment fall by 0.1%, the labor force drop by 0.3%, and unemployment decrease by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context on future demand in the suburb of Inverloch. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year periods, are mapped against local employment patterns to project growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates vary widely by industry. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests local employment will increase by 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years (note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Inverloch is $1,286 a week (about $67,000 a year), with median personal income at $703 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,512 a year against an average of $63,558. 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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Based on AreaSearch's compilation of the newest postcode level ATO figures for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Inverloch had a median income of $49,512 and an average income of $63,558. This sits below the national average and compares to $50,954 (median) and $62,728 (average) across Regional Vic. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the financial year 2023, current estimates would be roughly $54,275 for median income and $69,672 for average income as of March 2026. Census records indicate that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Inverloch lie between the 19th and 29th percentiles nationally.
Income data shows the $800 - 1,499 bracket is the largest, containing 26.0% of residents (1,733 people), differing from the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common at 30.3%. Even though housing costs are manageable with 87.4% of income retained, the total disposable income sits in the 23rd percentile nationally, and the SEIFA income score falls in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Inverloch had 2,661 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 91% detached houses and 0% apartments. 25% are owned with a mortgage, 18% rented and 57% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $346 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,700 a month. Rent absorbs 26.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential property structure in the suburb of Inverloch at the latest Census consisted of 91.1% houses and 8.8% other options (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other options in Regional Vic. The home ownership rate in the suburb of Inverloch was much higher than Regional Vic. at 56.5%, with remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (25.1%) or renting (18.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,700 was higher than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, and the median weekly rent was $346 compared to Regional Vic.'s $285.
Nationally, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Inverloch are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Inverloch counted 2,661 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 81% of areas nationally, against 40% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 68.4%, consisting of 21.9% couples with children, 39.6% couples without children, and 6.2% single parent families. Non-family households represent the remaining 31.6%, with single person households making up 29.9% and group living situations comprising 1.6% of the total. The median household size of 2.2 people is below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
29.5% of adults in Inverloch hold a university qualification, including 19.1% with a bachelor degree and 5.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 22.6% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 463 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,053 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 qualification levels in the suburb of Inverloch are higher than regional trends, with 29.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 18.1% in the SA4 region and 20.7% in the SA3 area. This educational positioning prepares the area well for knowledge-intensive fields. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 19.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (5.5%) and graduate diplomas (4.9%). Vocational training is also common, with 34.7% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.1%) and certificates (22.6%). A significant 22.8% of the population is enrolled in formal studies.
This comprises 8.9% in primary school, 7.0% in secondary school, and 2.4% in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Inverloch means driving: households keep an average of 1.4 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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Analysis of transit options shows 21 active public transport stops in the suburb of Inverloch. These stops are served by 3 separate routes, which provide a total of 85 weekly passenger trips. Public transport access is moderate, with residents living an average of 524 meters from the nearest stop. Because this is a residential area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary transport mode at 94%. Households average 1.4 vehicles. About 22.7% of residents work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era practices.
Service frequency averages 12 daily trips across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 4 weekly passenger trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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61.7% of residents in Inverloch report no long-term health condition. 6.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.1 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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The suburb of Inverloch displays positive health metrics, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates. The rate of common health conditions is low among the general population, though it rises above national averages for older, vulnerable demographic groups. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is slightly below the typical SA2 average, at approximately 52% of the population (~3,464 people). Arthritis and mental health conditions were the most frequently reported medical issues, affecting 11.6 and 7.9% of residents. Conversely, 61.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic.
Health profiles for working-age residents are standard. The suburb of Inverloch has 34.5% of its population aged 65 and over (2,299 people), which exceeds the 23.9% recorded in Regional Vic., though it sits lower nationally than the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Inverloch is largely Australian-born, at 85.9% of residents, with 4.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.7%) and Australian (28.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Inverloch has lower levels of cultural diversity, with 85.9% of the population born in Australia, 92.4% holding citizenship, and 95.9% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 44.0% of residents. The most noticeable demographic variance is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the local population, equal to the 0.1% level in Regional Vic. Looking at ancestral backgrounds (parents' birthplace), the three most common origins in the suburb of Inverloch are English at 31.7%, Australian at 28.6%, and Irish at 10.7%. Notable demographic differences exist for other groups, with Dutch origins overrepresented at 3.1% in the suburb of Inverloch (compared to 1.7% regionally), Scottish at 10.3% (compared to 8.8%), and French at 0.5% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Inverloch is 53, older than 96% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 15.9% 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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With a median age of 53, the suburb of Inverloch is older than Regional Vic., where the median is 43, and significantly older than the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Vic., the suburb of Inverloch has a larger proportion of residents aged 65 - 74 (18.9%) and fewer residents aged 25 - 34 (7.8%). This concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is higher than the national share of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort increased from 10.1% to 11.1% of the population.
In contrast, the 55 to 64 group decreased from 15.1% to 13.7%, and the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 10.4% to 9.3%. Looking forward to 2041, population projections indicate notable changes in age structure, led by the 25 to 34 age bracket, which is expected to rise by 67% (346 people), growing from 519 to 866.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Inverloch
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 | Jul 2026 last month all 3 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 Jul 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 — 175 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,526 at the 2021 Census → 6,666 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 (SAL21235). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.