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Laverton (Vic.) has an estimated 5,098 residents, up from 4,760 at the 2021 Census — a change of 338 people, or 7.1%. 177 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 69.0% of that increase. That puts 1,356 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 population statistics for the surrounding region, alongside new address points verified by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Laverton (Vic.) has a resident count calculated at approximately 5,098 in May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 338 residents (7.1%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered a population of 4,760 residents. This shift is calculated from a local population of 4,994, which AreaSearch estimated using the most recent ABS ERP release from June 2025 in combination with an additional 177 validated new addresses identified after the Census.
The resulting population level translates to a density of 1,355 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio recorded across nationwide areas analysed by AreaSearch. The post-census growth rate of 7.1% for the suburb of Laverton (Vic.) sits within 2.2 percentage points of the wider state figure (9.3%), indicating solid underlying expansion. The primary catalyst for population increases in the locality was overseas migration, which was responsible for roughly 69.0% of the total demographic gains during recent times. Projections developed by the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions are being applied by AreaSearch, using 2022 as the base year and published in 2024. For any SA2 localities omitted from this dataset, AreaSearch incorporates the 2023 population forecasts released by the Victorian State Government, applying a weighted aggregation technique to translate LGA growth estimates to SA2 boundaries. The age-bracket growth trajectories derived from these aggregations are also projected forward across all regions for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transformations, the suburb of Laverton (Vic.) is projected to experience remarkable growth, placing it in the top 10 percent of all analyzed statistical zones. The locality is expected to expand by 2,879 residents by 2041 under these aggregated SA2 projections, representing an overall increase of 54.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
180 new dwellings have been approved in Laverton (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 36 a year. That is 7.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 33 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 45% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 20, 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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An evaluation of ABS residential building approvals mapped to local statistical boundaries indicates that Laverton has maintained an annual average of about 36 new dwelling approvals. This translates to an estimated 180 residences approved over the last 5 financial years, spanning the period from FY-21 to FY-25, with 19 approvals registered during the course of FY-26 so far. Because the resident count declined during the preceding timeframe, this volume of new housing has likely kept pace with demand, ensuring adequate options for purchasers, with newly built dwellings carrying an average estimated construction cost of $343,000.
Additionally, commercial development approvals have reached $92.1 million during the current financial year, pointing to active investment by local businesses. Laverton exhibits a much lower rate of residential construction compared to Greater Melbourne, falling 53.0% below the metropolitan per-capita average. This constrained supply of new stock generally acts as a stabilizing force for demand and values of established residential properties. Recent building approvals consist of 45.0% separate houses and 55.0% multi-unit or attached dwellings. This pivot toward higher-density building styles offers more affordable entry points and attracts downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. It represents a marked departure from the existing dwelling distribution, which is currently dominated by houses at 78.0%, reflecting a scarcity of vacant development sites and responding to changing lifestyle choices and budget constraints. With a ratio of roughly 334 people for every new approval, Laverton shows the characteristics of a shifting housing market. Looking forward, projections based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch indicate that Laverton is set to add 2,775 new residents by 2041. If building rates remain at their current levels, the volume of new housing may fall short of population gains, which could intensify buyer competition and underpin stronger appreciation in property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Laverton (Vic.)
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 Laverton (Vic.), worth an estimated $72 million. A further 91 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $28.3 billion. 37 are already under construction and 27 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, communities, precincts & urban renewal and business parks & technology hubs. 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 policies are key drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 6 projects that are expected to influence the locality. Significant initiatives include Greening the Pipeline, the Williams Landing Town Centre Development, the Manor Lakes North Reserve Master Plan Implementation, and the Laverton Rail Upgrade, with the most relevant details provided in the following list.
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Greening the Pipeline
A 27km transformation of the heritage-listed Main Outfall Sewer reserve into a linear parkland. Recent milestones include the 2025 completion of Zone 5 West in Truganina, featuring an amphitheatre and education lookout. As of May 2026, minor maintenance and lighting upgrades are underway at the Williams Landing Pilot Park to integrate it with the new Arndell Park Stormwater Harvesting system.
Holyoake Parade Reserve, Manor Lakes
Completed active open space and sports reserve delivered by Wyndham City Council at Holyoake Parade, Manor Lakes. The facility includes a sports pavilion with community room, cricket and tennis changerooms, umpires room, accessible toilets, kiosk and kitchen, plus an oval with synthetic cricket wicket, cricket nets, six tennis/pickleball courts, playground, BBQ facilities, basketball court, multi-use court and public toilets. Stage one was still having finishing touches added in late 2025 and the reserve is now listed by Council as an operating hireable venue.
Point Cook Road and Central Avenue Intersection Upgrade
Major road upgrade replacing the existing roundabout with a signalised intersection, constructing a new outbound Princes Freeway exit ramp, adding extra traffic lanes on Point Cook Road and Central Avenue, improving pedestrian crossings and shared walking and cycling paths, and increasing capacity for around 28,000 vehicles each day. Construction is underway with completion targeted for mid-2027.
Leakes Road Data Centre
A major data centre facility for Amazon Web Services (AWS) within the AWS Asia Pacific Melbourne Region. The site was acquired for $137.5 million in 2023 and has recently commenced physical construction to support advanced AI applications, cloud storage, and networking services. The project is part of a broader $20 billion AWS investment in Australian digital infrastructure over five years.
Laverton Rail Upgrade
Infrastructure upgrade enabling additional services on Werribee line starting/finishing at Laverton instead of Flinders Street during peak periods. Project includes platform extensions, signalling improvements, and enhanced station facilities to support increased train frequency and passenger capacity for Melbourne's growing western suburbs.
Williams Landing Station Improvements
Station accessibility and amenity upgrade at Williams Landing Station including a new lift on the Wallace Avenue side, new Parkiteer secure bicycle storage, upgraded platform shelters and station amenity improvements. Minor works were completed in late 2025, with lift, shelter and bike storage construction continuing through 2026 under the Growth Areas Infrastructure Contribution program.
Williams Landing Town Centre Development
A 43-hectare master-planned Priority Development Zone being transformed into a major mixed-use superhub. The precinct integrates commercial, retail, and residential components including over 200,000sqm of office and retail space and a projected 3,800 dwellings upon completion. Key milestones include the Target Australia HQ, Emergency Services Telecommunications Authority, and the sixth strata office building, Hudson Hub. Recent approvals in May 2026 include a $15.04 million mixed-use business hub at 40 Kendall Street featuring warehouse and office spaces.The development is a transit-oriented hub featuring a dedicated train station and freeway interchange.
Central Avenue Duplication and Upgrade
The project involves duplicating Central Avenue between Lunn Court and Skehan Boulevard to add extra lanes, improve safety, reduce travel times, and enhance walking and cycling connections.
2,966 residents of Laverton (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 3,133. Unemployment sits at 5.3%, with participation at 73.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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Data aggregated by AreaSearch from local statistical areas reveals that Laverton is home to a well-educated labor force employed across a range of fields, with an unemployment rate sitting at 5.3% and stable job market conditions persisting over the previous year. As of March 2026, there are 2,966 employed local residents. The unemployment rate is 0.6% higher than the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, while the labor force participation rate is relatively typical, standing at 73.3% compared to 70.2% across Greater Melbourne. Census responses indicate that a moderate share of residents, specifically 18.8%, performed their jobs from home, though this figure should be interpreted alongside the influence of Covid-19 containment measures.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, accommodation & food services, and the transport, postal & warehousing sector. The workforce exhibits a clear concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, where the employment proportion is 2.1 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for just 5.7% of the local workforce compared to a 10.1% share across Greater Melbourne. The Census recorded a ratio of 0.7 jobs for every resident, pointing to a supply of local employment opportunities that is higher than average. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics for the broader statistical area reveals that in the year ending March 2026, the volume of employed residents rose by 0.4% and the total labor force expanded by 0.5%, leading to a rise in the unemployment rate of 0.2 percentage points. This differs from Greater Melbourne, which recorded an employment increase of 2.1%, labor force growth of 2.3%, and a similar rise in unemployment of 0.2 percentage points. Future labor demand in the area can be further understood through national occupational forecasts published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25. These five-year and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future trends. Nationally, total employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these growth trajectories vary widely by industry. Applying these sectoral growth rates directly to the local employment structure indicates that Laverton's job numbers would rise by 5.9% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, noting this is a basic weighted extrapolation for comparison rather than a forecast based on local population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Laverton (Vic.) is $1,512 a week (about $79,000 a year), with median personal income at $738 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,289 a year against an average of $55,463. 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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The most recent postcode-level taxation statistics from the ATO for financial year 2023 demonstrate that incomes in Laverton are lower than the national benchmark. The median income is recorded at $46,289, and the average income is $55,463, compared to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of approximately $50,742 for the median and $60,799 for the average in March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the locality are all positioned modestly, sitting between the 36th and 36th percentiles.
Income distribution figures indicate that the most prominent cohort comprises 35.2% of the population earning between $1,500 and $2,999 per week, representing 1,794 residents, which is similar to the metropolitan average of 32.8% in this category. Financial pressure from housing costs is substantial, with residents retaining only 82.1% of their income, which ranks in the 34th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Laverton (Vic.) had 1,745 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 79% detached houses and 3% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 50% rented and 23% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $330 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,700 a month. Rent absorbs 21.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing stock in Laverton consisted of 78.5% separate houses and 21.6% other housing forms, such as townhouses, units, and alternative dwellings, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne. Home ownership rates in Laverton were lower than the Melbourne metropolitan average, standing at 22.8%, with the remaining properties occupied by households with a mortgage (26.7%) or tenants renting their homes (50.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,700 was lower than the metropolitan Melbourne average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $330, compared to $390 across the metropolitan area.
Looking at national figures, Laverton's median mortgage payments are below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Laverton (Vic.) counted 1,745 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,869 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 28% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 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 local households at 63.0%, consisting of couples with children at 24.4%, couples without children at 22.8%, and single parents with children at 13.4%. The remaining 37.0% of households are non-family living arrangements, which comprise single-person households at 27.8% and group households at 8.8% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.5 residents is slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.7% of adults in Laverton (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 18.6% with a bachelor degree and 11.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 19.6% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,363 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,023 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 prevalence of formal qualifications among Laverton residents is lower than the surrounding region, with 31.7% of individuals aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 37.0% across the broader SA3 area. This variance points to opportunities for future skills training and educational advancement. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 18.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 11.4% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Technical and trade qualifications are also common, with vocational credentials held by 31.8% of residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas at 12.2% and certificates at 19.6%.
The proportion of residents participating in education is high, with 33.5% of the local population currently undertaking formal study. This student cohort includes 8.5% enrolled in primary schools, 6.9% attending higher education institutions, and 5.1% studying at secondary schools.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Laverton (Vic.) reaches 29 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 3,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of public transport networks shows 29 active transit stops located in Laverton, consisting of various bus options. These stops are connected to 11 different routes, which together accommodate 3,767 passenger trips per week. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 198 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most working residents travel out of the area for employment, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 70%, and trains used by 21%. Motor vehicle ownership averages 1.0 per household, which is below the metropolitan average.
The 2021 Census recorded 18.8% of residents working from home, which may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions. Service frequency across all transit routes averages 538 trips daily, which translates to approximately 129 weekly trips at each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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75.5% of residents in Laverton (Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 5.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.8% 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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Laverton faces notable public health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the prevalence of long-term health issues, with common illnesses affecting both younger and older residents. The rate of private health insurance coverage is very low, encompassing approximately 49% of the population, which represents about 2,489 residents. This is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 56.7% and the national rate of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical concerns among local residents are mental health conditions and asthma, which affect 7.7% and 6.5% of the population respectively.
However, 75.5% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Health profiles for working-age residents are generally standard. Residents aged 65 and older represent 10.2% of the local population, totaling 519 people, which is below the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. Health outcomes for these older residents show some difficulties, though national comparisons place them in line with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
55.2% of Laverton (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 53.5% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 93% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (15.7%) and Australian (13.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Laverton ranks as one of the most multicultural localities in Australia, with 53.5% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 55.2% of the population born outside the country. Christianity is the largest religious denomination in Laverton, accounted for by 39.2% of the population. However, the most pronounced difference from metropolitan patterns is in Hinduism, which represents 13.9% of local residents, compared to a much lower average of 4.4% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, the three most common parent countries of birth for Laverton residents are Other at 26.9% of the population, which is higher than the metropolitan average of 14.6%, followed by English heritage at 15.7%, and Australian ancestry at 13.2%, which is lower than the metropolitan average of 18.4%.
There are also differences in the representation of other backgrounds, with Filipino heritage accounting for 5.0% of Laverton residents compared to 1.3% regionally, Indian heritage at 10.1% compared to 4.2%, and Polish heritage at 1.0% compared to 0.8% across the metropolitan area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Laverton (Vic.) is 32, younger than 90% of areas nationally. 38.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Laverton is 32 years, which is lower than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Laverton contains a higher percentage of residents aged 25 - 34, at 26.2%, but a smaller share of children aged 5 - 14, at 9.2%. The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is also higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Post-2021 Census data shows the 45 to 54 cohort has increased from 10.2% to 11.1% of the population, while the group aged 0 to 4 has decreased from 6.5% to 5.4%.
Demographic models project that Laverton's age distribution will change by 2041, with the 25 to 34 age group expected to show the largest increase of 39%, adding 526 residents to reach a total of 1,862.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Laverton (Vic.)
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 | May 2026 3 months ago 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 May 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 — 177 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,760 at the 2021 Census → 5,098 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 (SAL21476). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.