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Malvern East has an estimated 24,390 residents, up from 22,296 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,094 people, or 9.4%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. 143 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 3,159 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 evaluations of ABS population updates for the wider region alongside newly verified addresses from AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Malvern East has an estimated population of approximately 24,390 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,094 residents (9.4%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 22,296 residents. The change is calculated from a resident population of 24,370, estimated by AreaSearch after reviewing the ABS's June 2025 ERP release, with an extra 143 validated new addresses added since the Census. Such population numbers yield a density of 3,159 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quartile of national territories assessed by AreaSearch.
The 9.4% expansion rate of the suburb of Malvern East since the 2021 census outstripped both the SA4 region (8.0%) and the SA3 area, making it a regional growth leader. Population increases in the locality were mostly driven by overseas migration, which acted as virtualy the sole driver of population gains in recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, published in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For any SA2 regions lacking this data, AreaSearch uses the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusting them via weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking at demographic trends, population growth is projected to exceed the median for Australian statistical areas, with the suburb of Malvern East expected to grow by 4,773 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a 19.5% total increase over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
418 new dwellings have been approved in Malvern East over the past five years, an average of 83 a year. That places the area in the 63rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 67 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 43% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 59, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approvals allocated from statistical area data, Malvern East averages approximately 83 annual dwelling approvals. There were an estimated 418 homes approved over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 55 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. Over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), new dwellings average 2.1 new residents per year, indicating healthy demand that bolsters real estate values. New homes carry an average construction cost of $1,065,000, which highlights developer activity in the high-end sector with upscale properties.
Furthermore, commercial development approvals reached $95.6 million this financial year, reflecting robust local business activity. Relative to Greater Melbourne, Malvern East registers approximately 63% of the construction activity per capita, ranking in the 45th percentile of areas evaluated nationwide, which limits choice for buyers but increases demand for established real estate. This level of activity is also below the national average, reflecting the established status of the neighborhood and indicating potential planning constraints. Residential construction comprises 43.0% detached houses and 57.0% attached dwellings. The preference for higher density living provides lower cost entry points and appeals to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. The area has approximately 365 people per dwelling approval, showing it is an established locality. Demographic forecasts suggest Malvern East will add 4,753 residents through to 2041, based on the latest quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If construction volumes do not rise, residential supply may trail population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support price increases.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Malvern East
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 25 current infrastructure and development projects inside Malvern East, worth an estimated $4.19 billion. A further 94 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $97.2 billion. 24 are already under construction and 32 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development initiatives are key drivers of regional performance. In total, AreaSearch has identified 82 projects with potential local impacts. Significant undertakings include the 173 Burke Road Mixed-Use Development, Central Park Residences, Monash University Caulfield Campus Expansion, and Olive Green, with the following list detailing those of the greatest local relevance.
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Chadstone Activity Centre Plan
The Chadstone Activity Centre Plan is a 30-year strategic framework implemented via Planning Scheme Amendment GC252. Approved in April 2025, the plan introduces the Activity Centre Zone and Built Form Overlay to facilitate up to 7,250 new homes by 2051. Led by the Victorian Planning Authority and the Department of Transport and Planning, the framework focuses on high-density residential development within the core shopping precinct and its 800-metre walkable catchment.
Monash University Caulfield Campus Expansion
The expansion involves developing the Derby Road precinct, creating a new University Square as the campus heart linked to Caulfield Station, improving street interfaces and connectivity, and enhancing integration with surrounding community activities.
Central Park Residences
Mixed-use development at 385-387 Wattletree Road developed by Roulston and Moda, designed by Ewert Leaf with gardens by Jack Merlo. Features 29 apartments with 7.5 Star NatHERS rating and premium finishes.
Olive Green
Contemporary residential development at 380 Hawthorn Road featuring 44 high-end apartments ranging from 2-3 bedrooms with integrated study nooks, secure basement parking, and communal rooftop terrace with 270-degree Melbourne views. Designed by Freeman Group with emphasis on natural light, thermal efficiency and modern living.
Reverie Caulfield - 79-89 Hawthorn Road
Residential apartment development featuring 2 and 3-bedroom apartments across seven storeys, offering 34 meticulously designed residences. It promises a blend of serenity, elegance, and community, with architecture inspired by nature and interiors designed for comfort and luxury. Estimated completion mid 2026.
LUMA - 226 Hawthorn Road
Limited collection of 9 premium 2 and 3-bedroom residences designed by Metaxas Architects. Construction has commenced with estimated completion late 2026. Located near prestigious Caulfield Park precinct with seamless access to schools, cafes, restaurants, parklands and transport links.
Wanda Terraces
Wanda Terraces is an exclusive collection of 24 inspired residences redefining luxurious, low-maintenance living in the heart of Caulfield North. The development features oversized living areas with natural light, lavish finishes, expansive courtyards and terraces, opulent bathrooms, and versatile spaces. Located near Caulfield Park, Caulfield Racecourse, Malvern Central, and local cafes and restaurants.
Housing Choices Carnegie - Egan Street
106 one and two-bedroom affordable housing apartments across 10 levels, part of the Victorian Government's Big Housing Build program. Designed by Bruce Henderson Architects and constructed by Buxton Construction, the project includes office space, a 3-level basement, and a landscaped rooftop terrace, aiming to provide quality affordable housing for low to moderate income earners.
14,225 residents of Malvern East are employed, from a labour force of 14,723. Unemployment sits at 3.4%, with participation at 70.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% 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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Malvern East has an exceptionally well-educated workforce with a strong concentration of professionals, and an unemployment rate of only 3.4%, based on aggregated statistical area data from AreaSearch. As of March 2026, 14,225 residents are employed. The unemployment rate is 1.4% below the 4.8% rate seen across Greater Melbourne, while labor force participation matches Greater Melbourne's rate of 70.2%. Census figures indicate a high 46.1% of residents worked from home, although this should be interpreted in light of COVID-19 lockdowns. Local employment is mostly concentrated in healthcare & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training.
The region exhibits a strong specialization in professional & technical services, where the employment share is 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, construction employs only 6.0% of local workers, which is below the 9.7% average for Greater Melbourne. The ratio of 0.6 workers for each resident at the time of the Census indicates a higher than average availability of local jobs. Aggregated data from broader statistical areas, analyzed by AreaSearch using SALM and ABS figures, indicate that the labour force in Malvern East fell by 0.3% during the year to March 2026, while employment dropped by 0.5%, which led to an increase of 0.2 percentage points in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced a 2.1% rise in employment and a 2.3% growth in the labour force, with unemployment also increasing by 0.2 percentage points. Forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May-25, provide potential insight into future job demand within Malvern East. These projections, which span five and ten-year horizons, have been overlaid onto the local employment profile to estimate growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. Applying these sector-specific growth rates to Malvern East’s employment composition projects a local employment increase of 7.2% over five years and 14.6% over ten years, with the caveat that this is a basic weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Malvern East is $2,383 a week (about $124,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,060 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,910 a year against an average of $111,748. The average runs 78% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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 financial year 2023, the household income levels in Malvern East place it in the highest national percentile. Taxpayers in the area earn a median income of $62,910 and an average income of $111,748, compared to $57,688 and $75,164 respectively for Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at approximately $68,962 (median) and $122,498 (average) as of March 2026. Census findings show household, family, and individual incomes are all highly ranked, placing between the 83rd and 87th percentiles nationally.
Looking at earnings distribution, 30.4% of the population (7,414 people) earn $4000+ per week, which contrasts with the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the largest at 32.8%. The large cohort of high earners (41.0% above $3,000/week) shows substantial financial strength across the community. Housing costs consume 14.7% of income, while high earnings place residents in the 87th percentile for disposable income, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Malvern East had 8,324 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 53% detached houses and 22% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 32% rented and 36% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $421 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,944 a month, a total housing cost higher than 81% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 17.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing mix in Malvern East consisted of 53.3% houses and 46.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across the Melbourne metro area. Home ownership rates were notably higher than the metropolitan average at 36.4%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (31.9%) or rented (31.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly higher than the Melbourne metro average at $2,944, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $421, compared to $2,000 and $390 respectively for the metro region.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in the area are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Malvern East counted 8,324 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 9,106 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 34% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 26% 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 households at 67.8%, consisting of couples with children at 34.0%, couples without children at 24.6%, and single-parent households at 7.9%. Non-family households account for the remaining 32.2%, with lone person households representing 26.3% and group households making up 5.9%. The median household size of 2.5 residents is slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
53.5% of adults in Malvern East hold a university qualification, including 33.8% with a bachelor degree and 14.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 95% of areas nationally. A further 8.7% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 1,473 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,140 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment in Malvern East is considerably higher than regional and national benchmarks, with 53.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 33.4% in VIC. This strong educational profile positions the community well for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 33.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees (14.9%) and graduate diplomas (4.8%). Vocational training accounts for 18.7% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.0%) and certificates (8.7%). Participation in education is high, with 32.1% of the population currently enrolled in study.
This includes 10.3% in higher education, 8.3% in primary school, and 8.1% attending secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Malvern East reaches 107 stops on 31 routes, timetabled for about 11,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 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 transit analysis shows 107 active stops in Malvern East, consisting of light rail and bus services. These stops are serviced by 31 separate routes, facilitating 11,649 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is excellent, with residents living an average of 192 meters from their nearest stop. Because the area is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 75%, followed by trains at 13% and walking at 4%. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.2 cars per household. A high proportion of residents, 46.1%, work from home (recorded in the 2021 Census, which may reflect COVID-19 pandemic conditions).
Service frequency averages 1,664 daily trips across all routes, which translates to about 108 weekly trips per stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 closest stops to the central point of the location.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
74.1% of residents in Malvern East report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 82% of areas nationally. 4.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 70.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.4 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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Health outcomes in Malvern East are excellent, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality and chronic disease rates, with younger groups showing a very low incidence of common health issues. Private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, encompassing approximately 71% of the population (17,258 people). This compares to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues in the area are asthma and mental health concerns, affecting 6.8% and 6.7% of residents respectively, while 74.1% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 17.1% of the population (4,170 people), which is higher than the 15.0% average for Greater Melbourne. Senior health outcomes are above average, though they rank lower nationally than the local population as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
30.5% of Malvern East residents were born overseas and 26.3% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (22.4%) and Australian (19.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Malvern East displays greater cultural diversity than most property markets, with 30.5% of residents born abroad and 26.3% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the main religion, practiced by 47.7% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for 3.0% of the population compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are English at 22.4%, Australian at 19.3%, and Other at 9.0%, which is lower than the regional average of 14.6%. There are notable differences in other backgrounds: Greek ancestry is overrepresented at 5.6% of the population (compared to 2.7% regionally), Polish at 1.2% (compared to 0.8% regionally), and Russian at 0.6% (compared to 0.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Malvern East is 37. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 34.0% 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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Malvern East has a median age of 37, matching Greater Melbourne's median of 37 and close to the Australian median of 38. The 15 - 24 age bracket is highly represented at 17.2% compared to Greater Melbourne, while the 35 - 44 cohort is less common at 11.9%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age group has expanded from 14.4% to 17.2% of the population, and the 25 to 34 cohort grew from 14.7% to 16.8%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.8% to 11.9%, and the 5 to 14 group decreased from 11.3% to 10.1%.
Looking forward to 2041, projections suggest major changes in the age profile. Leading these changes, the 25 to 34 cohort will grow by 20% (830 people), increasing from 4,097 to 4,928. In contrast, the 15 to 24 age group is projected to shrink by 151 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Malvern East
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 25 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 143 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (22,296 at the 2021 Census → 24,390 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 (SAL21587). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.