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Kelmscott has an estimated 11,416 residents, up from 10,575 at the 2021 Census — a change of 841 people, or 8.0%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 77.0% of that increase. That puts 759 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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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Kelmscott has an estimated population of around 11,416, according to AreaSearch evaluations combining broader regional ABS population releases with newly validated addresses post-Census. When compared against the 10,575 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this marks an expansion of 841 people (8.0%). This figure builds upon an Estimated Resident Population of 11,352 determined by AreaSearch following the ABS June 2025 ERP release, alongside 94 validated new addresses recorded after the Census date. Kelmscott features a population density of 759 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with typical benchmarks across AreaSearch assessed localities.
The local post-census expansion rate of 8.0% sits within 1.5 percentage points of the 9.5% nationwide benchmark, highlighting solid underlying demographic momentum. Overseas migration served as the primary growth engine for the suburb of Kelmscott, generating roughly 77.0% of recent population additions. Projections for the suburb of Kelmscott incorporate ABS and Geoscience Australia SA2 modeling published in 2024 using 2022 as a base year, supplemented post-2032 and across uncovered SA2 geographies by cohort-specific growth rates from the ABS 2023 Greater Capital Region dataset (anchored to 2022 figures). Taking these demographic trajectories into account, long-term expansion is tracking just beneath the national statistical area median. By 2041, aggregated SA2 projections indicate the suburb of Kelmscott will expand by 901 persons, representing an overall gain of 7.3% across the 16 years.
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151 new dwellings have been approved in Kelmscott over the past five years, an average of 30 a year. That places the area in the 53rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 32 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 78% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 41, 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 Kelmscott has averaged around 30 residential approvals annually, accumulating an estimated 151 homes across the past 5 financial years. During FY-25 to date, 41 approvals have been documented. Between FY-21 and FY-25, the area experienced an average annual influx of 2.7 people per newly built home over the past 5 financial years, signaling healthy underlying demand that underpins local property values, with new residential construction averaging an estimated value of $409,000. In addition, commercial approvals have reached $7.8 million during this financial year, reflecting a modest commercial development footprint.
Residential building activity in Kelmscott trails Greater Perth significantly, running 73.0% below regional average per person. This constrained pipeline of new stock generally provides strong support for established property values and buyer demand. Building volumes also track beneath national benchmarks, highlighting the established status of the locality and pointing to possible planning constraints. Of all new residential construction, detached dwellings make up 78.0% while attached dwellings account for 22.0%, reinforcing the established low-density landscape and catering to families prioritizing space. A quiet local development setting is further evidenced by a ratio of roughly 326 people per approved dwelling. Long-term demographic projections indicate that Kelmscott will add 837 residents through to 2041 relative to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Existing levels of construction activity seem properly balanced against projected demand, underpinning stable market conditions while mitigating severe pricing stress.
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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 Kelmscott, worth an estimated $1.36 billion. A further 33 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $9.76 billion. 9 are already under construction and 7 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans sports & recreation, residential development and education & training. 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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Infrastructure investments, planning frameworks, and major works play a pivotal role in shaping local community growth and outcomes. AreaSearch has pinpointed 17 projects expected to influence the district, with key initiatives including the Armadale Strategic Metropolitan Centre Redevelopment, Kelmscott District Centre Precinct Structure Plan, Kelmscott Senior High School Sports Hall and Arts Centre, and West of Rail Precinct.
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Armadale Strategic Metropolitan Centre Redevelopment
A major urban transformation centered on the METRONET Armadale Line upgrade, featuring an elevated rail line and newly rebuilt Armadale Station which reopened for passenger services in October 2025. Construction is underway on the $14.8 million Central Park project (Karlup Journey Place), creating a vibrant civic heart under the elevated tracks with nature play, water play, and public spaces. The precinct redevelopment supports a projected population of 150,000 by 2046 with integrated mixed-use commercial and residential opportunities.
West of Rail Precinct
Approximately 10.84-hectare triangular area of under-utilised land bound by the Armadale Train Line to the east, Forrest Road and Fifth Road, planned to become an inner-city residential precinct with medium-density housing close to Armadale train station and town centre facilities. The precinct was normalized to City of Armadale planning control on 6 May 2022, with an Activity Centre Plan approved in August 2021 guiding future development. The ongoing METRONET Armadale Line transformation, including elevated rail and new station, will enhance connectivity and support precinct redevelopment.
Kelmscott District Centre Precinct Structure Plan
Comprehensive precinct structure plan for the Kelmscott town centre, covering the area generally between Kelmscott train station in the north and the commercial core to the south. The plan guides future development, encourages redevelopment and improves streetscapes through zoning changes, building height controls and an implementation framework. It integrates with the METRONET Denny Avenue Level Crossing Removal project to create a better-functioning district centre with mixed-use residential, commercial and community outcomes. Potential yield ranges from 1,047 dwellings (potential scenario) to 3,468 dwellings (full scenario).Council recommended WAPC approval in February 2023; the plan is currently being assessed by the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage on behalf of the WAPC. A concurrent Town Planning Scheme No. 4 Amendment No. 124 was initiated by Council in October 2023 and is progressing through EPA referral and Ministerial approval to commence advertising.
Armadale Courthouse and Police Complex
A $88.5 million state-of-the-art courthouse and police complex officially opened in November 2023. The 14,000 square metre facility combines services previously delivered from three separate locations and can accommodate approximately 350 police officers. It features five courtrooms, pre-trial conference rooms, and separate secure facilities for victims of crime.
Seville Grove Sustainable Housing Estate
Completed sustainable housing development featuring environmentally friendly design, tree-lined avenues, rehabilitated wetland areas, mandatory rainwater tanks and water-efficient home design. First WA estate with mandatory rainwater tanks.
Champion Lakes Regatta Centre and Precinct
State-of-the-art rowing and canoeing facility with international standard course, spectator facilities and community recreation areas. World-class water sports venue serving as regional sporting hub.
Morgan Park Redevelopment
City of Armadale redevelopment of the 6.67 hectare Morgan Park precinct including a new multi-use sports pavilion, public toilets, expanded car parking, upgraded playspace, relocated sports lighting, reconfigured football and athletics facilities, exercise nodes and improved pedestrian connections. Site works are underway following design completion and contractor appointment, with staged construction continuing through 2026.
Armadale Hospital Emergency Department Upgrade
Ongoing works to expand and upgrade the Emergency Department at Armadale Health Service, serving Perth's south-eastern corridor. Works include a waiting room expansion and reconfiguration of treatment areas to improve patient flow, capacity, and care for the rapidly growing Armadale catchment. The hospital is part of the East Metropolitan Health Service and sees more than 60,000 ED presentations annually.
5,546 residents of Kelmscott are employed, from a labour force of 6,056. Unemployment sits at 8.4%, with participation at 64.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 10,294, about 90% 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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Kelmscott maintains a diverse workforce spanning both blue-collar and white-collar roles, supported by robust representation in industrial and manufacturing fields, an unemployment rate of 8.4%, and an estimated employment increase of 1.5% over the preceding year, as aggregated by AreaSearch from statistical area metrics. By March 2026, employed residents totaled 5,546, while the jobless rate sits 4.2% above Greater Perth's 4.2% benchmark, highlighting scope for improvement alongside a participation rate (64.3%) that trails Greater Perth's 69.9%. Census records indicate that only 5.2% of workers performed their duties from home, though period Covid-19 restrictions must be kept in mind.
Local workers are predominantly engaged in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The workforce displays a clear specialisation in transport, postal & warehousing, where the local concentration is 1.4 times the regional level. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 4.6% of local employment, underperforming the 8.2% recorded across Greater Perth. The balance between resident workers and local jobs in Census metrics suggests that this largely residential community provides limited employment opportunities within its borders. According to AreaSearch's synthesis of ABS and SALM data across broader statistical divisions, the 12 months to March 2026 saw local employment rise by 1.5% alongside a 2.0% expansion in the labour force, pushing the unemployment rate up by 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Perth recorded employment growth of 2.0%, a labour force expansion of 2.5%, and an unemployment uptick of 0.4 percentage points. Looking ahead, national forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide context for future employment demand in Kelmscott over five and ten-year horizons. Nationally, total employment is projected to expand by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, though trajectories diverge widely across sectors. Applying these industry growth rates to Kelmscott's workforce composition projects local employment expansion of 6.0% over five years and 12.8% over ten years (note that this illustrative model applies simple industry weighting and excludes localized population projections).
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Median household income in Kelmscott is $1,355 a week (about $70,000 a year), with median personal income at $682 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,920 a year against an average of $66,606. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO postcode-level data for financial year 2023 aggregated by AreaSearch shows that taxpayers in the suburb of Kelmscott generated a median income of $52,920 and an average income of $66,606. These figures sit slightly below the national benchmark and trail the Greater Perth figures of $60,748 (median) and $80,248 (average). Adjusting for a 10.93% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of roughly $58,704 (median) and $73,886 (average) as of March 2026. Across national income distributions, Census data places Kelmscott personal, family, and household earnings between the 24th and 25th percentiles.
The single largest income bracket comprises 29.8% of residents (3,401 people) earning $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the regional pattern where this group represents 32.0%. High housing costs place considerable pressure on household finances, leaving only 83.6% of disposable income and positioning the area in the 24th percentile nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Kelmscott had 4,089 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 82% detached houses and 2% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $290 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,500 a month. Rent absorbs 21.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.5%. 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 local housing stock recorded at the most recent Census consisted of 81.6% houses and 18.4% other dwellings (incorporating apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), compared with Perth metro's composition of 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership in Kelmscott exceeded the Perth metro average, reaching 31.2%, while remaining households held a mortgage (41.4%) or rented (27.4%). Typical monthly mortgage payments stood well beneath the Perth metro benchmark of $1,907 at $1,500, and typical weekly rent sat at $290 against $350 for Perth metro. From an Australia-wide perspective, mortgage servicing costs in Kelmscott remain noticeably below the $1,863 national median, with weekly rental rates also tracking substantially beneath the national average of $375.
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Kelmscott counted 4,089 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,414 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the primary living arrangement, accounting for 66.6% of all households; this includes couples with children (25.1%), couples without children (25.4%), and single parent families (14.4%). The remaining 33.4% consists of non-family households, led by single-person residences at 29.9% and group households at 3.4%. Average household occupancy sits at a median of 2.4 people, slightly below the 2.6 recorded across Greater Perth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
16.9% of adults in Kelmscott hold a university qualification, including 12.0% with a bachelor degree and 2.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.5% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 2,318 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 991 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment in the area presents opportunities for growth, as the proportion of tertiary-qualified residents (16.9%) is well below the Australian benchmark of 30.4%, creating a strong case for focused educational strategies. Among higher education credentials, bachelor degrees represent 12.0%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.1%. In contrast, vocational and technical qualifications are widespread, with 42.0% of individuals aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (10.5%) and certificates (31.5%). A significant share of the community is engaged in study, with 29.1% of residents currently undertaking formal education.
This student cohort includes 10.7% attending primary education, 8.4% enrolled in secondary education, and 3.8% engaged in tertiary education.
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Public transport in Kelmscott reaches 98 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 1,700 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 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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Public transport connectivity in Kelmscott is supported by 98 active stops accommodating both train and bus networks. A total of 9 distinct routes operate through these stops, generating 1,693 weekly scheduled trips. Network access is favorable, with local residents situated an average distance of 212 meters from their nearest transit point. Commuter patterns reflect the suburb's residential role, with private vehicle travel serving as the primary transport mode at 84%, alongside 10% by train, and vehicle ownership averaging 1.4 per dwelling. Meanwhile, a modest 5.2% of workers operated from home at the 2021 Census, a metric that may reflect prevailing COVID-19 circumstances.
Across all transit lines, service frequency averages 241 daily trips, which translates to roughly 17 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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64.5% of residents in Kelmscott report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 77% of areas nationally. 5.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.6% 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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Health indicators compiled by AreaSearch on chronic disease and mortality point to notable health challenges in Kelmscott, with elevated prevalence of standard medical conditions evident among both younger and older residents. Meanwhile, private health insurance coverage sits slightly above typical SA2 standards at approximately 54% of the population (~6,123 people), compared with 59.0% recorded across Greater Perth. Mental health issues and arthritis represent the two most widespread conditions locally, affecting 10.2 and 8.9% of residents respectively, while 64.5% of the community reported having no diagnosed health conditions compared with 71.9% throughout Greater Perth.
Chronic health issues are notably elevated across working-age residents. Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 19.5% of the local population (2,226 people), above the Greater Perth proportion of 15.9%. Overall health outcomes among older residents present certain challenges while aligning broadly with nationwide benchmarks for the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
31.5% of Kelmscott residents were born overseas and 12.1% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.4%) and Australian (24.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Kelmscott exceeds that of most regional markets, with 31.5% of residents born abroad and 12.1% communicating in a language other than English in their households. Christianity forms the dominant religious affiliation, representing 42.8% of the local population. The most prominent statistical variance occurs in the Other category, which accounts for 1.2% locally versus 1.4% across Greater Perth. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parental birthplace, the leading group in Kelmscott is English at 33.4% of the population, well above the 28.0% regional benchmark, followed by Australian ancestry at 24.1% and Other at 8.4%.
Several specific ethnic heritages also show distinctive concentrations: Dutch residents represent 2.6% of Kelmscott compared with 1.5% regionally, Welsh ancestry accounts for 0.8% against 0.7%, and Maori ancestry stands at 1.1% versus 0.9%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Kelmscott is 40. 26.4% 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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Age distributions in Kelmscott align closely with Greater Perth across all primary age brackets, with the greatest variance across the four broad cohorts measuring 3.6 percentage points. The median age as at August 2026 is estimated by AreaSearch at 40, matching the 2021 Census figure and remaining 3 years older than the Greater Perth median of 37 recorded during that Census. Since the Census, the cohort encompassing middle aged and young retiree residents (45 - 64) has decreased from 25.8% to an estimated 23.7%. Looking ahead to 2041, older residents and retirees (65+) will drive future demographic gains, adding 997 residents (45%) to reach a total of 3,223.
Conversely, cohorts covering children, young adults, and young to middle aged adults are forecast to contract across this timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Kelmscott
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 |
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| 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 · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 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 — 94 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (10,575 at the 2021 Census → 11,416 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 (SAL50748). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.