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Long Gully has an estimated 3,309 residents, down from 3,420 at the 2021 Census — a change of 111 people, or 3.2%. The population has thinned by an average 1.1% a year over five years, slower than 98% of areas nationally. That puts 951 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 the analysis of ABS population datasets for the surrounding region, combined with recent addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Long Gully has an estimated population of approximately 3,309 as of May 2026. This represents a decline of 111 residents (3.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, when the headcount stood at 3,420 individuals. This shift is deduced from a resident base of 3,275 calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025), along with an additional 13 validated new addresses since the Census date.
The current population translates to a density of 950 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical averages recorded across areas evaluated by AreaSearch. Recent population growth in the region was driven almost entirely by overseas migration, which served as the sole source of population increases. AreaSearch implements demographic projections for each SA2 region published by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024, using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 territories not represented in this dataset, AreaSearch uses Regional and LGA projections released by the VIC State Government in 2023, adjusted via a weighted aggregation methodology to map growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates across specific age cohorts derived from these aggregations are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, the suburb of Long Gully is projected to experience population growth exceeding the median for non-metropolitan regions in Australia, with the local population expected to expand by 442 residents by 2041, representing a total rise of 12.3% over the 16 years.
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Residential building activity remains very low in the suburb of Long Gully, averaging 2 dwelling approvals annually, which sums to 13 dwellings over the five-year period. This quiet construction landscape reflects the rural profile of the area, where building activity is generally triggered by specific local housing requirements rather than broader market dynamics. Because the annual approval numbers are so low, year-on-year growth rates and comparisons can fluctuate significantly based on individual projects. Compared to the Rest of Vic., the suburb of Long Gully exhibits substantially lower levels of residential construction.
These building volumes also sit below national averages. Additionally, all recent construction projects have consisted of detached houses, maintaining the rural character of the locality and its focus on open space. The ratio of 6569 people in the area for every single dwelling approval underscores the quiet and low-activity nature of the local building market. Long-term forecasts indicate that the suburb of Long Gully will add 408 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If the current pace of construction persists, the supply of new housing may fail to match this population growth, which could increase competition among prospective buyers and encourage stronger price appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Long Gully
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Long Gully, worth an estimated $110 million. A further 50 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.4 billion. 20 are already under construction and 18 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, education & training and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Developments in local infrastructure, major construction works, and planning schemes have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 4 key projects that are anticipated to influence the region. The primary developments include the Bendigo Stadium and Showgrounds Redevelopment, the Water and Sewer Network Program, the Regional Sports Infrastructure Program - Bendigo, and the La Trobe University Bendigo Campus Transformation, with the most relevant details provided below.
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Bendigo Stadium and Bendigo Showgrounds Redevelopment
Two of the three projects in the Victorian Government's Bendigo Sports Package, delivered by Development Victoria on behalf of Sport and Recreation Victoria under the Regional Sports Infrastructure Program. Construction commenced at both venues in September 2025 and is due for completion in late 2026. At Bendigo Stadium (Red Energy Arena, 91 Inglis Street, West Bendigo), Fairbrother Pty Ltd is delivering a new two-court indoor annex with amenities and a second community entry, accessibility refurbishment of existing courts 9 and 10, an upgrade to the Sky Lounge and tournament office, a solar installation and backup generator, water reuse and energy-efficient systems, and car park and pedestrian access improvements.New 200-lux lighting across the 12 outdoor netball courts was completed and switched on in March 2026, ahead of the Central Victorian Netball Association season. At Bendigo Showgrounds (42-72 Holmes Road, North Bendigo), AW Nicholson is delivering a new multipurpose pavilion and function centre with 500-seat capacity and additional market sites, a re-levelled and resurfaced grass arena with upgraded drainage and new LED light poles relocated to the arena edge, new perimeter and security fencing, upgrades to all four entrances including a new pedestrian entry and ticket box at Gate 1, new asphalt trafficable surfacing for parking and stall areas, and additional seating, lighting and landscaping. The showgrounds component is funded at approximately 19.1 million dollars and remains open to the public throughout construction. Design was led by City Collective with Bendigo-based RMG Civil & Structural Engineers and Trident Building Surveyors. Both venues were originally slated to host 2026 Commonwealth Games events before the Victorian Games program was cancelled in July 2023. Delivery partners include the City of Greater Bendigo, Bendigo Stadium Limited and the Bendigo Agricultural Show Society.
Regional Sports Infrastructure Program - Bendigo
The Bendigo Sports Package is a major revitalization of three key sporting precincts. The Bendigo Stadium upgrade features a new 2-court annex, refurbishment of courts 9 and 10, and sustainability upgrades including solar panels. The Bendigo Showgrounds works include a new 500-seat multipurpose pavilion (the Showgrounds Function Centre), arena redevelopment with improved drainage, and perimeter fencing. The Bendigo Bowls and Croquet Clubs are receiving 4 refurbished bowls greens, 2 compliant croquet lawns, and a major clubhouse upgrade.These projects aim to boost regional tourism and community participation.
Water and Sewer Network Program
A major program to renew and upgrade critical water and sewer infrastructure across the Coliban Water region. Key 2026 activities include routine water mains cleaning via air scouring in Maiden Gully and Bendigo Central, and significant upgrades to the Cohuna Water Treatment Plant. The program also encompasses the Coliban Rural Water Efficiency Project, a $160 million initiative to modernize gold rush-era open channels with piped networks to reduce water loss by up to 79%. The Maiden Gully to Marong pipeline, a 17km critical link, is a centerpiece of this 'Big Water Build' to support regional population growth.
Bendigo Art Gallery Redevelopment
The largest civic infrastructure project by the City of Greater Bendigo, this $45M redevelopment includes a second-level blockbuster exhibition space, an innovative learning centre, a 100-seat theatre, and a Traditional Owner Place of Keeping for Dja Dja Wurrung cultural materials. Construction officially commenced in February 2026, aimed at increasing gallery capacity and regional tourism impact by an estimated $35M annually.
La Trobe University Bendigo Campus Transformation
Completed campus upgrade delivering a new four-storey Engineering and Technology Building (opened March 2019) with Bendigo Tech School on level 3, an expanded Library & Student Union building, new entry plaza and improved campus circulation. Facilities include flexible teaching spaces, research laboratories, advanced manufacturing and technology equipment.
Barrell Street Childcare Centre
Single-storey childcare centre for up to 110 children across four rooms, including demolition of the existing dwelling, outdoor play areas and a minor reduction in on-site car parking. City of Greater Bendigo issued a Notice of Decision to Grant a Permit on March 17, 2025 subject to conditions.
California Gully Oval Upgrade
Upgrades proposed to facilities at California Gully Recreation Reserve (California Gully Oval) to increase community use for sport and recreation, supporting the Eaglehawk Junior Football Club and the California Gully Cricket Club. The reserve currently includes an AFL/cricket oval, cricket training nets, a pavilion with two changerooms, a kiosk, and a playspace.
Poplar Street Townhouse Development
Permit approved 32 lot subdivision with 32 townhouse dwellings on an 8,878 m2 site in the General Residential Zone. Site servicing and ground works appear completed. The parcel is currently for sale with Ray White Bendigo and Savills, seeking a developer to deliver the townhouses.
1,233 residents of Long Gully are employed, from a labour force of 1,363. Unemployment sits at 9.5%, with participation at 51.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,897, about 118% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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 workforce of the suburb of Long Gully features a balanced mix of white-collar and blue-collar roles, with a solid representation of essential services. Based on statistical area aggregations by AreaSearch, the unemployment rate stands at 9.5% and estimated job growth reached 1.8% over the past year. In March 2026, there were 1,233 employed residents. The local unemployment rate is 5.9% higher than the Regional Vic. rate of 3.7%, suggesting potential for labor market improvement, while the participation rate of 51.1% is significantly lower than the 61.1% observed across Regional Vic.
Census data indicates that only 10.4% of employed residents worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdown restrictions. The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing. The suburb of Long Gully exhibits a strong specialization in health care & social assistance, with an employment share that is 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing is underrepresented, employing only 1.5% of the local workforce compared to 7.5% in Regional Vic. The Census recorded a ratio of 0.8 jobs for every resident, indicating that local employment opportunities are higher than typically observed. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical regions, the 12-month period recorded a 1.8% rise in employment while the size of the labour force remained unchanged by 0.0%, resulting in a 1.6 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Regional Vic. saw employment contract by 0.1% and the labour force contract by 0.3%, accompanied by a 0.2 percentage point decline. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding prospective labor demand in the suburb of Long Gully. These five-year and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Applying these industry-specific trends to the local employment structure indicates that local employment is set to grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.5% over ten years, assuming a simple weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate localized population shifts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Long Gully is $989 a week (about $51,000 a year), with median personal income at $575 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $38,218 a year against an average of $49,989. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest ATO statistics aggregated by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayer income levels in the suburb of Long Gully are below the national average. The median income for taxpayers is $38,218 and the average income is $49,989, compared to $50,954 and $62,728 respectively in Regional Vic. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, estimated figures as of March 2026 would be approximately $41,895 for the median and $54,798 for the average. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Long Gully between the 3rd and 9th percentiles nationwide.
In terms of income brackets, the $800 - 1,499 range is the most common, accounting for 29.9% of residents (989 people), whereas the surrounding region is dominated by the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket at 30.3%. Financial pressure from housing costs is severe, with residents retaining only 81.8% of their income, which ranks in the 4th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Long Gully had 1,388 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 2% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 44% rented and 29% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $250 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,117 a month. Rent absorbs 25.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Data from the latest Census shows that residential properties in the suburb of Long Gully consist of 91.8% detached houses and 8.1% alternative dwellings, such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and other housing types. This compares to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings across Regional Vic. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Long Gully lag behind the broader region at 28.8%, with the remaining properties occupied by households with a mortgage (26.9%) or renters (44.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,117 is considerably lower than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $250, compared to $285 in Regional Vic.
On a national scale, mortgage commitments are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices are notably below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Long Gully counted 1,388 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 17% are couples with children, fewer than in 93% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 36% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 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 59.1%, which includes 16.7% couples with children, 21.2% couples without children, and 19.3% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 40.9% of households, with lone person households representing 36.3% and group households making up 4.4%. The median household size of 2.2 individuals is smaller than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
15.2% of adults in Long Gully hold a university qualification, including 10.4% with a bachelor degree and 2.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 135 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 951 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 locality demonstrates lower rates of higher education, with university qualification rates at 15.2%, which is significantly below the VIC state average of 33.4%. This highlights an area of focus for educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 10.4%, while postgraduate qualifications and graduate diplomas each account for 2.4%. Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 38.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.4% and certificates at 29.5%. A significant portion of the population is engaged in study, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.
This group includes 10.9% in primary schooling, 8.1% in secondary education, and 3.6% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Long Gully reaches 15 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 930 services a week. The typical home sits about 270 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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 services in the suburb of Long Gully include 15 active transit stops. These locations are connected by 6 separate routes, which combine to deliver 927 passenger trips every week. Access to transit is rated favorably, with residents living an average of 273 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb is predominantly residential, leading most working residents to commute out of the area, with private cars being the primary mode of travel for 92% of workers. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.2 cars per household, which is below the regional average.
A small portion of the workforce, 10.4%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions. Transit services run at an average frequency of 132 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 61 weekly departures from each individual stop.
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54.4% of residents in Long Gully report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 95% of areas nationally. 10.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Analysis of mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses by AreaSearch points to notable health challenges within the suburb of Long Gully, impacting both younger and older residents. Additionally, the rate of private health insurance is low, covering approximately 47% of the population (~1,545 people), compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic. and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and arthritis are the most frequently reported medical issues, affecting 14.6% and 11.0% of residents respectively. Conversely, 54.4% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% in Regional Vic.
The working-age cohort experiences significant health challenges, marked by higher rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and older make up 19.3% of the population (638 people), which is lower than the Regional Vic. average of 23.9%. Health outcomes for older residents present some difficulties, with national performance metrics generally mirroring those of the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Long Gully is largely Australian-born, at 89.3% of residents, with 7.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (31.2%) and English (30.9%). 3.1% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Long Gully has lower levels of cultural diversity relative to wider averages, with citizens making up 85.2% of the population, 89.3% of residents born in Australia, and 92.1% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 37.7% of the population. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Buddhism, which is practiced by 3.6% of the population, compared to 1.0% across Regional Vic. Regarding ancestral backgrounds, the three most common groups in the suburb of Long Gully are Australian at 31.2%, English at 30.9%, and Irish at 9.4%.
Other notable differences in ethnic representation include Dutch ancestry at 1.4% (compared to 1.7% in the region), Australian Aboriginal ancestry at 3.1% (compared to 1.4% regionally), and Scottish ancestry at 8.1% (compared to 8.8% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Long Gully is 37. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 29.3% 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 of 37 years in the suburb of Long Gully is notably lower than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and sits close to the national average of 38 years. Residents aged 25 - 34 are highly represented at 18.0%, while the 55 - 64 cohort is smaller at 10.6% relative to Regional Vic. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age bracket has increased from 14.8% to 18.0% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort grew from 11.1% to 12.8%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 11.1% to 9.5%, and the 85+ group declined from 2.6% to 1.3%.
Looking forward to 2041, demographic forecasts suggest notable changes in the age profile, with the 25 to 34 cohort projected to grow by 247 people (42%) from 595 to 843, while both the 75 to 84 and 65 to 74 age brackets are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Long Gully
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 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated 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 — 13 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,420 at the 2021 Census → 3,309 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 (SAL21534). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.