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McKinnon has an estimated 7,692 residents, up from 6,878 at the 2021 Census — a change of 814 people, or 11.8%. Growth has averaged 1.8% a year over five years, faster than 77% of areas nationally. 125 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 88.0% of that increase. That puts 4,868 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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Analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region and new address datasets verified by AreaSearch since the Census indicates the population of the suburb of McKinnon is approximately 7,692 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 814 people (11.8%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 6,878 people. The variation is calculated from a resident population of 7,676, computed by AreaSearch through examining the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025) and a further 125 validated new addresses since the Census date. This size of population translates to a density ratio of 4,868 persons per square kilometer, positioning it within the top 10% of national locations analyzed by AreaSearch, showing that land locally is an extremely sought-after resource.
The 11.8% growth rate in the suburb of McKinnon since the 2021 census was faster than the SA4 region (8.0%) and the state, marking it as a regional growth leader. Population growth in the area was mostly driven by arrivals from overseas, which made up approximately 88.0% of total 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 VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections published in 2023, adjusted using a method of weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age brackets from these aggregations are also applied across all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Regarding future population projections, an above median population growth of statistical areas throughout the country is anticipated, with the area expected to increase by 1,585 persons to 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level projections, representing a gain of 20.4% in total over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
211 new dwellings have been approved in McKinnon over the past five years, an average of 42 a year. That places the area in the 68th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 40 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 25% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 42, 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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According to AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers allocated from statistical area data, McKinnon has seen approximately 42 dwellings gain development approval annually, with an estimated 211 homes approved over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 39 so far in FY-26. With an average of 3.1 people per year relocating to the area for every dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demand outstrips new supply, which typically causes price inflation and heightened competition among buyers, while new homes are being constructed at an average value of $765,000, demonstrating that developers are targeting the premium market with upscale projects.
Furthermore, $6.4 million in commercial approvals have been registered this financial year, pointing to a limited focus on commercial development. Relative to Greater Melbourne, McKinnon demonstrates equivalent building activity (per person), maintaining market equilibrium aligned with neighboring localities. Recent construction consists of 25.0% standalone homes and 75.0% townhouses or apartments. This bias toward compact housing options provides affordable entry pathways and draws downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a substantial shift from the current housing mix (presently 59.0% houses), showing reduced availability of development sites while addressing changing lifestyle preferences and affordability needs. The location has approximately 272 people per dwelling approval, showing room for growth. Looking forward, McKinnon is anticipated to grow by 1,569 residents through to 2041 (starting from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Building activity is matching growth projections, though purchasers may face increased competition as the population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around McKinnon
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside McKinnon. A further 126 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $50.6 billion. 29 are already under construction and 34 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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Nothing can influence an area's performance as much as changes to local infrastructure, major projects and planning initiatives. In total 14 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have an impact on the area. Key projects include East Village Strategic Site - Assemble Build-to-Rent Precinct, Ormond Station Development (Ormond Place), East Village, and Bentleigh 'Eat-Street' Precinct, with the below list detailing those likely to be of most relevance.
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Laurel, Bentleigh (Bentleigh Club Redevelopment)
Redevelopment of the former Bentleigh Club site into Laurel, a Metro Property Development townhome project in Bentleigh. Now under construction and nearing completion, the project delivers 35 all-electric family townhomes across 4 and 5 bedroom layouts with two living zones, street frontage, deep backyards, double glazing, 7.5-star NatHERS ratings and 4.4kW solar systems. Architecture is by ClarkeHopkinsClarke with landscapes by MDG Landscape Architects, and the project is marketed by Marshall White Projects. Homes are priced from $1,595,000 with move-in expected in spring 2026.
Mackie Road Reserve Pavilion
New modern sporting pavilion facility with $3 million Victorian Government commitment. Will include unisex change rooms, contemporary amenities, accessible toilets, female-friendly facilities, and accessible spectator spaces. Serves Mackie Cricket Club, Glen Eira Junior Football Club, and Glen Eira Junior Soccer Club with nearly 800 players total.
The Aston
The Aston is a partially constructed four-level residential building featuring 22 apartments in the heart of Bentleigh. The project is under administration but has recently received a planning permit extension, indicating potential resumption of construction.
East Village
A 1.25 billion dollar master-planned urban renewal precinct spanning 24 hectares. The project transforms a former industrial site into a sustainable mixed-use hub. It features approximately 3000 dwellings, 15000 sqm of retail, and 80000 sqm of commercial space. Assemble Communities and Make Ventures are delivering a 4.3-hectare portion dedicated to 940 build-to-rent apartments. The site includes the completed McKinnon Secondary College East Campus, a one-hectare central park, and a new town square area.
Gibson Developments North Road Apartments
Mixed-use apartment project at the corner of North Road and Carlyon Street in Ormond. Original approval was for a six-storey building with 57 dwellings and ground-floor retail. Subsequent amendments reduced to 41 dwellings to meet BADS and later amendment B (April 2024) sought to increase to 52 dwellings with two additional levels, a rooftop communal area, facade/material changes, and an electronic promotion sign. As of Aug 18, 2025, the amendment appears under assessment with City of Glen Eira.
DealCorp Ormond Station Development (Sky Tower)
Mixed-use build-to-rent development proposed above and adjacent to Ormond Station on the Frankston line. Revised plans lodged with the Victorian Department of Planning seek approval for 288 rental apartments rising to 10 storeys on North Road and 6 storeys toward the residential hinterland. The development also includes office space, a full-line supermarket, smaller retail tenancies, 514 car parks and 289 bicycle spaces. The concrete platform above the station has remained vacant since the North Road level crossing removal was completed in 2016.DealCorp director David Kobritz cited 50 per cent construction cost increases as the reason the original build-to-sell model was abandoned in favour of build-to-rent. Amended plans were lodged in 2024 and construction was hoped to begin in 2025 with completion targeted for 2027, subject to final planning permit approval.
Bentleigh 'Eat-Street' Precinct
Urban renewal project to create a vibrant dining and entertainment precinct along Centre Road in Bentleigh. The project aims to enhance streetscape, improve pedestrian access, and attract diverse dining and retail businesses.
Milli Brighton East
Contemporary village of 28 exclusive townhomes in Brighton East designed by Cera Stribley Architects and DM Property. Features 3 and 4-bedroom residences with open-plan living, inspired by natural rhythms and textures of the bay. Development includes established trees, parklands, and leafy streetscapes with proximity to Brighton Beach.
4,291 residents of McKinnon are employed, from a labour force of 4,434. Unemployment sits at 3.2%, with participation at 70.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,260, about 81% 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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McKinnon is characterized by a highly educated workforce, with professional services showing strong representation, an unemployment rate of only 3.2%, and 1.2% in estimated employment growth over the past year, based on AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 4,291 residents are in work while the unemployment rate is 1.5% below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%, and workforce participation is generally similar to Greater Melbourne's 70.2%. Based on Census responses, a high 47.3% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.
Employment among residents is concentrated in professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The area demonstrates particularly notable concentration in professional & technical, with employment levels at 1.5 times the regional average. In contrast, construction employs just 6.2% of local workers, below Greater Melbourne's 9.7%. The predominantly residential area appears to offer limited employment opportunities locally, as indicated by the count of Census working population vs resident population. Based on AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, over the 12 months to March 2026, employment increased by 1.2% while labour force increased by 0.8%, causing the unemployment rate to fall by 0.3 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.3%, with a 0.2 percentage point rise. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 can offer further insight into potential future demand within McKinnon. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to McKinnon's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 7.1% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in McKinnon is $2,410 a week (about $125,000 a year), with median personal income at $963 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $61,006 a year against an average of $85,199. 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 AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year 2023, the suburb of McKinnon had a median income among taxpayers of $61,006 with the average level standing at $85,199. This is among the highest in Australia and compares to levels of $57,688 and $75,164 across Greater Melbourne respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $66,875 (median) and $93,395 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank highly in McKinnon, between the 75th and 88th percentiles nationally.
Distribution data shows 27.6% of the population (2,122 individuals) fall within the $4000+ income range, differing from patterns across the broader area where $1,500 - 2,999 dominates with 32.8%. The substantial proportion of high earners (40.8% above $3,000/week) indicates strong economic capacity throughout the district. High housing costs consume 16.1% of income, though strong earnings still place disposable income at the 86th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
McKinnon had 2,337 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 59% detached houses and 13% apartments. 35% are owned with a mortgage, 33% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $516 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,689 a month, a total housing cost higher than 90% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Dwelling structure within McKinnon, as evaluated at the latest Census, comprised 59.0% houses and 41.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), in comparison to Melbourne metro's 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the level of home ownership within McKinnon was in line with that of Melbourne metro, at 31.8%, with the remainder of dwellings either mortgaged (34.8%) or rented (33.3%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was well above the Melbourne metro average at $2,689, while the median weekly rent figure was recorded at $516, compared to Melbourne metro's $2,000 and $390.
Nationally, McKinnon's mortgage repayments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially above the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
McKinnon counted 2,337 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,614 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 45% are couples with children, more than in 89% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 18% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households dominate at 80.0% of all households, comprising 45.1% couples with children, 21.0% couples without children, and 13.0% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 20.0%, with lone person households at 17.7% and group households comprising 2.3% of the total. The median household size of 2.8 people is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
49.4% of adults in McKinnon hold a university qualification, including 31.1% with a bachelor degree and 13.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 95% of areas nationally. A further 10.1% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 2,872 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,113 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 McKinnon significantly surpasses broader benchmarks, with 49.4% of residents aged 15+ holding university qualifications compared to 30.4% in Australia and 33.4% in VIC. This substantial educational advantage positions the area strongly for knowledge-based opportunities. Bachelor degrees lead at 31.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (13.8%) and graduate diplomas (4.5%). Vocational pathways account for 20.4% of qualifications among those aged 15+ – advanced diplomas (10.3%) and certificates (10.1%). Educational participation is notably high, with 35.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 12.0% in secondary education, 11.0% in primary education, and 7.0% pursuing tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in McKinnon reaches 28 stops on 3 routes, timetabled for about 1,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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 analysis reveals 28 active transport stops operating within McKinnon comprising a mix of buses. These stops are serviced by 3 individual routes, collectively providing 1,909 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 170 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward - car remains the dominant mode at 79%, with 12% by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per dwelling. A high 47.3% of residents work from home (2021 Census; may reflect COVID-19 conditions). Service frequency averages 272 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 68 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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76.4% of residents in McKinnon report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 80% of areas nationally. 4.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 60.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 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 data demonstrates outstanding results across McKinnon, based on AreaSearch's assessment of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence with both young and old age cohorts seeing low prevalence of common health conditions , and the rate of private health cover found to be exceptionally high at approximately 60% of the total population (4,647 people). This compares to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. The most common medical conditions in the area were found to be asthma and mental health issues, impacting 6.3 and 6.1% of residents, respectively, while 76.4% declared themselves as completely clear of medical ailments compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
The area has 15.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,161 people). Health outcomes among seniors are above average, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
40.0% of McKinnon residents were born overseas and 35.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 82% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (19.5%) and Australian (16.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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McKinnon scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 40.0% of its population born overseas and 35.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The main religion in McKinnon was found to be Christianity, which makes up 34.2% of people in McKinnon. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Judaism, which comprises 10.1% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 1.0%. In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in McKinnon are English, comprising 19.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 16.8% of the population, and Other, comprising 13.1% of the population.
Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Russian is notably overrepresented at 2.2% of McKinnon (vs 0.4% regionally), Polish at 1.9% (vs 0.8%) and French at 0.8% (vs 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of McKinnon is 40. 24.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 40, McKinnon is somewhat higher than the Greater Melbourne figure of 37 similarly marginally higher than Australia's 38 years. Compared to the Greater Melbourne average, the 45 - 54 cohort is notably over-represented (16.2% locally), while 25 - 34 year-olds are under-represented (9.0%). In the period since 2021, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 14.3% to 15.6% of the population. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort has declined from 16.5% to 15.2% and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 17.3% to 16.2%.
Demographic modeling suggests McKinnon's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 45 to 54 age cohort is projected to see notable expansion, expanding by 368 people (30%) from 1,246 to 1,615. Meanwhile, the 0 to 4 cohort grows by a modest 10% (27 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for McKinnon
8 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 8 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. | ||
| 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 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year ago all 1 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 2025. | ||
| 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 — 125 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,878 at the 2021 Census → 7,692 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 (SAL21629). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.