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Maddingley has an estimated 6,848 residents, up from 5,491 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,357 people, or 24.7%. Growth has averaged 5.7% a year over five years, faster than 93% of areas nationally. 599 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 48.0% of that increase. That puts 268 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 ABS demographic updates for the wider region and recent address validations conducted by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Maddingley has an estimated population of 6,848 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,357 individuals (24.7%) from the 2021 Census, which registered 5,491 people. This adjustment is based on a resident population of 6,802 calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an additional 599 verified new locations since the Census date. With this population level, the density stands at 267 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per resident and capacity for subsequent expansion.
The 24.7% rise in the suburb of Maddingley since the 2021 census outpaced the state increase of 9.3% and the national baseline, positioning it as a leading growth zone in the region. Net gains were mostly fueled by interstate relocation, which accounted for approximately 48.0% of the overall population rise in recent times, though natural growth and overseas arrivals also contributed positively. AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 district published in 2024, using 2022 as the starting year. For SA2 areas lacking this coverage, projections are derived from the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA releases, adjusted using a weighted aggregation method of population increases from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates across specific age categories from these aggregates are applied to all locations for the period 2032 to 2041. Future demographic outlooks indicate that statistical territories evaluated by AreaSearch will experience above-median growth, with the suburb of Maddingley projected to gain 1,380 residents by 2041 via aggregated SA2-level forecasts, representing a 19.5% total increase over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
759 new dwellings have been approved in Maddingley over the past five years, an average of 151 a year. That places the area in the 93rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 22 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 116 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 88% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 128, broadly in line with 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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AreaSearch assessment of ABS building approvals assigned from local statistical data shows that the area averages about 151 residential approvals annually, matching an estimated 759 new dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 118 registered approvals. An average of 2.2 residents relocated to the locality for every new dwelling built between FY-21 and FY-25, pointing to healthy demand that supports local real estate values, with new construction showing a mean value of $431,000—slightly above regional averages—indicating a focus on quality builds. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $8.2 million have been logged this financial year, highlighting the primarily residential nature of the district.
In comparison to Greater Melbourne, development activity per capita in the area is comparable, maintaining a balanced market aligned with neighbouring areas despite a slowdown in building activity lately. This remains significantly above the national norm, demonstrating high builder trust in the local market. New construction is comprised of 88.0% standalone houses and 12.0% multi-dwelling units or townhouses, maintaining a low-density profile centered on detached homes that appeal to buyers looking for space. The area averages approximately 60 individuals per residential approval, pointing to a growing market. Long-term forecasts indicate the area will gain 1,334 new residents by 2041 based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Considering current construction trends, future residential supply is set to easily satisfy demand, providing favorable purchasing conditions and potentially paving the way for population increases that exceed current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Maddingley
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 Maddingley, worth an estimated $79 million. A further 65 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $25.7 billion. 34 are already under construction and 22 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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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Local performance is heavily shaped by developments in public facilities, major works, and municipal planning. AreaSearch has tracked 8 projects set to influence the region, including the Bacchus Marsh Racecourse and Recreation Reserve Masterplan Redevelopment (Stages 2 & 3), Bacchus Marsh Grammar - Maddingley Campus Expansion, Bacchus Marsh Central, and Underbank Estate, with details on the most significant works listed below.
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Bacchus Marsh Grammar - Maddingley Campus Expansion
Multi-stage expansion of Bacchus Marsh Grammar's Maddingley campus. A new $14.5 million two-storey science faculty received a Ministerial planning permit in September 2024 (amended February 2025) and is under construction, with the school confirming completion of the new three-storey STEM Centre in 2026. The expansion also recently delivered a new three-storey Library/Classroom facility (The Hive) and a Southern Sports Precinct with multi-use courts, plus the acquisition of an additional 12 acres of land opposite the Administration Building to lift the campus to 69 acres for future playing fields and recreational space.
Bacchus Marsh Racecourse and Recreation Reserve Masterplan Redevelopment (Stages 2 & 3)
Three-stage redevelopment of the Bacchus Marsh Racecourse and Recreation Reserve into a major community sports precinct. Stages 2A and 2B are complete, delivering new AFL, cricket and soccer fields, netball and tennis courts, an all-abilities adventure playground, lighting, roads, parking and landscaping. Stage 2C is under construction with a new Community and Multi-Sports Hub featuring accessible amenities, meeting spaces and a Changing Places facility. Stage 3A, including the off-leash dog park, is also under construction.
Bacchus Marsh Central
Bacchus Marsh Central is a major mixed-use redevelopment within the town's commercial core. The project includes a new full-line Coles supermarket, fresh food precinct, medical centre, childcare facilities, and a gym, alongside approximately 150 residential apartments. It aligns with the Bacchus Marsh Town Centre Structure Plan adopted in late 2024. As of May 2026, major construction is commencing on site, supported by state-funded upgrades to the Grant Street and Main Street intersections which are transitioning to traffic light control to manage increased density and pedestrian safety.
Underbank Estate
Large master-planned residential community by Villawood Properties and Kataland, delivering over 1200 homes on the eastern edge of Bacchus Marsh. Features include parks, wetlands, a future primary school site, a proposed town centre, and the Club U residents clubhouse with pool, gym, and tennis court. Construction ongoing with Park View stages 21-24 settling in H1 2026.
West Maddingley Early Years and Community Hub
An integrated community hub providing early years services, kindergarten places for 132 children, maternal and child health consulting rooms, multipurpose spaces, and support for families in a growing area. The project was jointly funded by Moorabool Shire Council and the Victorian State Government through the Growing Suburbs and Building Blocks funding streams. It was completed for the 2024 kindergarten year.
Summerfield North Estate
A residential development of approximately 250 allotments in Darley, Bacchus Marsh, Victoria. The estate offers a wide range of allotment sizes, with many blocks being slightly elevated and providing rural and township views. Stages 1-3 and 5 are sold out. Stage 4 Release, featuring 41 blocks ranging from 499sqm to 1301sqm, is anticipated for late 2025, with title registration expected in late 2026. GBL Property Consultants are the Marketing and Development Managers.
Federation Park Upgrade
A major upgrade to Federation Park on Gisborne Road in Darley, Victoria. Works commenced in late August 2025 and are scheduled for completion in January 2026. The project includes demolition of the existing public toilets and replacement with a new amenities building offering improved security and accessibility, an upgraded and sealed car park, replacement of existing play equipment, new picnic facilities, seating and a drinking fountain, new pathways throughout the reserve, and landscaping improvements including tree planting and garden beds.During construction, visitors are directed to alternative toilet facilities at Darley Park. The project is funded through a $400,000 Federal Investing in our Communities grant, with the remainder funded by Moorabool Shire Council, for a total project value of $1 million. Landscape architects Pollen Studio developed the concept design, the carpark design was completed with Tomkinson, and GMA was awarded the landscape and carpark construction contract.
Darling Darley Estate
A residential subdivision offering a total of 41 lots, with land sizes from 310 to 662 sqm. Construction is complete and all lots are titled and ready to build. The estate blends rural charm with convenient access to Bacchus Marsh amenities.
3,788 residents of Maddingley are employed, from a labour force of 3,947. Unemployment sits at 4.0%, with participation at 75.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 5,389, about 79% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local community has a qualified labor force with strong representation in key service industries, an unemployment rate of 4.0%, and an annual employment expansion estimated at 4.4% using AreaSearch statistical compilations. By March 2026, working residents numbered 3,788, with unemployment sitting 0.7% below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, while workforce participation is typical at 75.0% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne. Census records show that a moderate 21.5% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions. The primary sectors employing local residents are building and construction, healthcare and social assistance, and education and training.
The locality exhibits a pronounced concentration in construction, with its employment share reaching 1.4 times the regional proportion. Conversely, the professional and technical services sector is underrepresented, employing only 5.5% of local workers compared to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. The comparison between the local working population and the resident population suggests a shortage of local jobs. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated across broader areas, the 12 months leading to March 2026 saw employment grow by 4.4% while the labor force expanded by 4.3%, maintaining a steady unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1%, labor force expansion of 2.3%, and a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional perspective on prospective demand in the area. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce distribution to project growth trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local employment structure indicates that local jobs should grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted calculation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Maddingley is $1,923 a week (about $100,000 a year), with median personal income at $895 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,389 a year against an average of $76,147. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Taxpayer income in the suburb of Maddingley is well above the national median according to financial year 2023 ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch. The median income for local taxpayers is $60,389, while the average stands at $76,147, compared to Greater Melbourne averages of $57,688 and $75,164 respectively. Adjusting for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, current estimates point to a median of $66,198 and an average of $83,472 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual earnings in the suburb of Maddingley around the 63rd percentile nationally.
Looking at brackets, the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly income group is the largest, containing 39.4% of residents (2,698 people), compared to the wider region where 32.8% fall into this range. High housing costs take up 16.6% of earnings, but strong wages keep disposable income at the 60th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Maddingley had 1,925 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 0% apartments. 56% are owned with a mortgage, 24% rented and 19% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $366 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,766 a month. Rent absorbs 19.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential architecture in the area at the time of the latest Census was dominated by separate houses at 91.7%, with semi-detached, apartments, and alternative dwellings making up the remaining 8.4%, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings in Greater Melbourne. Home ownership stood at 19.3%, which is lower than the metropolitan average, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (56.4%) or renters (24.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,766 was considerably lower than the metropolitan median of $2,000, and weekly rent stood at $366 compared to $390 in Greater Melbourne.
Nationally, local mortgage commitments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Maddingley counted 1,925 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,401 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 21% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 76.6% of all households, with couples with children accounting for 37.4%, couples without children at 25.7%, and single parent households at 12.6%. Non-family households represent the remaining 23.4% of the community, consisting of lone person households at 20.9% and group living situations at 2.6%. The median household size is 2.7 residents, slightly above the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.6% of adults in Maddingley hold a university qualification, including 14.6% with a bachelor degree and 5.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 26.1% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 4,552 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,041 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 local population exhibits lower rates of higher education, with university qualification levels at 22.6% compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted academic programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 14.6%, followed by postgraduate studies at 5.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Vocational and technical abilities are highly represented, with 38.9% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, including advanced diplomas at 12.8% and certificates at 26.1%. Participation in study is high, with 30.5% of local residents enrolled in an educational institution.
This includes 11.5% attending primary school, 6.9% in high school, and 4.2% enrolled in higher education courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Maddingley reaches 23 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 1,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 250 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit options in the area include 23 operational passenger stops, which consist of train connections. These stops accommodate 6 distinct routes that together support 1,288 weekly passenger journeys. Transit access is favorable, with residents living an average of 253 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the locality, commuting is mostly outward, with private vehicles accounting for 90% of trips and rail transport taking 6%. Dwelling vehicle ownership averages 1.6, exceeding metropolitan figures, and 21.5% of the population works from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era workplace arrangements.
Transit service frequency averages 184 journeys daily across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 56 weekly departures per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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67.0% of residents in Maddingley report no long-term health condition. 7.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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The area shows notable health concerns based on AreaSearch assessment of death rates and long-term illness rates, with chronic health conditions relatively common, especially in older brackets, alongside a very high rate of private health insurance coverage representing approximately 57% of the community (~3,895 people). Mental health struggles and asthma are the most common diagnoses, affecting 10.0% and 9.7% of residents respectively, while 67.0% of the population reported no chronic conditions compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Health statuses for working-age residents are typical. Residents aged 65 and over comprise 14.3% of the population (979 people).
Senior health profiles show some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the population as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Maddingley is largely Australian-born, at 79.3% of residents, with 16.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (27.1%) and English (26.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The area has a higher level of cultural diversity than average, with 20.7% of residents born outside Australia and 16.8% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 40.5% of the population. The most distinct variance is in the Other religious category, which represents 5.6% of residents compared to 2.3% in Greater Melbourne. Regarding parental origins, the three largest ancestry groups are Australian at 27.1% (well above the regional average of 18.4%), English at 26.0% (well above the regional average of 20.1%), and Other at 9.2% (considerably below the regional average of 14.6%).
Other groups show distinct concentrations, with Maltese ancestry representing 2.5% of the local population (compared to 1.1% regionally), Samoan at 0.6% (compared to 0.3%), and Croatian at 0.8% (compared to 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Maddingley is 33, younger than 86% of areas nationally. 28.2% 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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Having a median age of 33, the local population is younger than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national figure of 38. The area has a higher share of infants aged 0 - 4 (8.4%) and a lower share of older adults aged 55 - 64 (7.7%) than Greater Melbourne. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 bracket rose from 3.8% to 5.5% of the population, and the 35 to 44 age bracket grew from 16.1% to 17.2%, whereas the 45 to 54 group dropped from 11.0% to 10.0%.
Long-term forecasts for 2041 predict major age shifts, with the 45 to 54 group showing the highest growth of 38%, adding 262 residents to total 947, while the 0 to 4 group is projected to rise by a modest 6% (32 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Maddingley
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 — 599 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,491 at the 2021 Census → 6,848 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 (SAL21569). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.