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Meadow Springs has an estimated 10,743 residents, up from 9,160 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,583 people, or 17.3%. Growth has averaged 1.7% a year over five years, faster than 88% of areas nationally. 170 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 67.0% of that increase. That puts 2,211 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 AreaSearch evaluations combining broader regional ABS population updates with new addresses validated since the Census, the suburb of Meadow Springs has an estimated resident population of roughly 10,743 as of Aug 2026. This equates to an expansion of 1,583 people (17.3%) compared to the 9,160 people counted in the 2021 Census. Such growth is deduced from an estimated resident base of 10,128 derived from the ABS ERP release in June 2025 alongside 170 validated new addresses identified post-Census. Consequently, the suburb of Meadow Springs records a population density of 2,210 persons per square kilometer, outpacing the national average benchmarked by AreaSearch.
Outperforming both the nationwide benchmark of 9.5% and the state figure, the suburb of Meadow Springs stands out as an area growth leader. Migration from interstate served as the primary growth catalyst, generating roughly 67.0% of recent population additions, while natural increase and overseas arrivals also made positive additions. SA2-level projections issued by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 (anchored to a 2022 baseline) form the foundation of AreaSearch's demographic models, supplemented post-2032 and across uncovered SA2s by cohort-specific rates from the ABS Greater Capital Region series (published 2023, using 2022 data). Forward-looking estimates place the suburb of Meadow Springs in the highest quartile nationally for population expansion, projecting an increase of 2,644 persons by 2041 across aggregated SA2 boundaries, which represents an overall gain of 18.9% throughout the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
223 new dwellings have been approved in Meadow Springs over the past five years, an average of 44 a year. That places the area in the 89th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 51 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 145, running ahead of 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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Examining ABS residential building approvals aggregated by statistical area, AreaSearch figures show that the suburb of Meadow Springs averages approximately 44 newly approved dwellings per annum, totaling an estimated 223 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25), with 145 lodged to date in FY-25. Over this same 5 financial years interval (FY-21 through FY-25), an average of 3.2 incoming occupants per annum have arrived for each dwelling built, creating an environment where demand substantially outpaces building activity, exerting upward pricing pressure and driving buyer competition while new construction averages an estimated value of $423,000.
Non-residential activity remains minor, with only $217,000 in commercial approvals registered during the current financial year, underlining the dominant residential profile of the market. In comparison to Greater Perth, residential construction in the suburb of Meadow Springs is noticeably subdued, trailing regional per-capita levels by 58.0%. Although building approvals have picked up recently, the constrained volume of new additions generally supports demand and asset valuations across established stock. Furthermore, recent development has consisted exclusively of separate houses, reinforcing the suburban neighborhood character and offering low-density options for family buyers. Approvals currently stand at roughly 78 people per dwelling approval, demonstrating sustained market expansion. Projections indicate that the suburb of Meadow Springs will absorb 2,029 additional residents by 2041 relative to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figure. If building rates remain at current levels, local housing delivery could face difficulties meeting incoming demand, potentially fueling buyer competition and underpinning property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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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 Meadow Springs. A further 61 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $7.27 billion. 18 are already under construction and 23 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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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Major infrastructure developments, planning schemes, and capital projects exert considerable influence over regional performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 7 projects positioned to affect the surrounding district, featuring developments such as Lakelands Estate, Meadow Springs Residential Development, Gordon Road Train Station, and Lakelands Estate as prominent works detailed in the following overview.
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Gordon Road Future Rail Station
Future infill rail station site identified for the Mandurah line at Gordon Road, Meadow Springs. Current official City of Mandurah transport planning confirms Gordon Road as one of the additional stations identified in the original Perth to Mandurah rail master planning, but only Aubin Grove and Lakelands have been delivered to date. The current local strategy focuses on improving access to the existing Mandurah and Lakelands stations, rapid bus connections, and road links around Gordon Road and Meadow Springs rather than a funded station build.
Seaside Estate, Madora Bay - Stage 11 & 12
Masterplanned coastal community located in Madora Bay offering elevated land lots with ocean views. Stages 11 and 12 comprise residential lot subdivisions with associated civil and service infrastructure works.
Lakelands Town Centre
A major mixed-use precinct in the northern Mandurah corridor integrating the Lakelands Shopping Centre (anchored by Coles, Kmart, and ALDI) and the Lakelands Train Station, which became operational in 2023. The development includes the Lakelands Library and Community Centre. Current expansion focuses on the Mixed Business Sub-Precinct at Lot 9124 Mandurah Road, delivering approximately 9,818 square metres of bulky goods retail, showroom, and commercial space. New land releases are continuing as of April 2026, supporting the broader master-planned estate as it moves toward final build-out.
Lakelands Estate
Lakelands Estate is a Peet masterplanned community in the Mandurah growth corridor, 50 minutes south of the Perth CBD. The estate delivers approximately 2,700 house and land lots alongside the Lakelands Town Centre (anchored by Coles, Kmart and Aldi), three public schools, one private college, landscaped parklands, a lifestyle village, and Lakelands Train Station which opened in June 2023. The project has been underway since the early 2000s and continues to release new stages, with lots currently sold out pending future releases.
Lakelands Estate
Lakelands Estate is a large masterplanned community developed by Peet Limited in the northern part of Mandurah, WA, expected to exceed 2500 lots on completion. The estate is now releasing its later stages (around Stage 75 to 77) and is centred on Black Swan and Paganoni Lakes, with an established town centre anchored by Coles, Aldi and Kmart, three schools, parks and the Lakelands Train Station on the Perth-Mandurah line. Land releases are currently sold out due to high demand, with home construction continuing across recent stages.
Lakelands Estate
Lakelands Estate is an award-winning masterplanned community featuring over 2,700 lots, designed around natural lakes such as Black Swan Lake. The project integrates significant social infrastructure including the Lakelands Town Centre, Lakelands Train Station, and three established schools. Current activity includes the development of new residential stages and a major makeover for Black Swan Lake expected by mid-2026.
Ocean Hill Estate
Ocean Hill is a 120-hectare masterplanned coastal community in North Lakelands featuring over 1,900 residential lots. The estate is designed to integrate modern family living with the natural environment, located within walking distance of Madora Beach and the Lakelands Shopping Centre. Current works include the delivery of civil infrastructure and residential stages, with Stage 17 titles expected in late 2026.
Varsity Park Estate
A boutique private residential estate comprising 83 exclusive lots offering a range of block sizes for families in the peaceful suburb of Greenfields. Just 4km from the heart of Mandurah, this thoughtfully planned multi-stage development will create residential lots with future plans for a shopping centre and recreational facilities. The estate offers exceptional access to nearby amenities including Mandurah Forum, Peel Health Campus, Mandurah Train Station, and Murdoch University, with five primary schools, seven secondary schools, and three tertiary institutions within easy reach.
4,622 residents of Meadow Springs are employed, from a labour force of 4,729. Unemployment sits at 2.3%, with participation at 57.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% 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 8,969, about 83% 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 labour market in the suburb of Meadow Springs maintains a split between blue-collar and white-collar roles, supported by notable industrial and manufacturing participation, an unemployment level of merely 2.3%, and annual workforce growth estimated at 4.2% via AreaSearch statistical area datasets. Across the suburb of Meadow Springs as of March 2026, 4,622 residents are employed, maintaining an unemployment rate 1.9% beneath the 4.2% observed in Greater Perth, while local participation of 57.9% is considerably lower than the 69.9% seen across Greater Perth. Census records show just 6.7% of workers operating from home, though period-specific Covid-19 restrictions should be considered.
Key employment sectors among residents include health care & social assistance, retail trade, alongside mining. Mining represents an area of distinct local specialization, employing residents at 1.6 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 4.4% of resident jobs compared to 8.2% across the wider region. Given the variance between local resident workers and the resident workforce count in Census data, the suburb of Meadow Springs serves primarily as a residential district offering relatively limited internal employment. AreaSearch analysis of ABS and SALM data across broader statistical boundaries indicates that over the 12-month period, local employment expanded by 4.2% while the labour pool expanded by 4.9%, resulting in a 0.7 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Greater Perth recorded employment growth of 2.0% and labour supply growth of 2.5%, lifting unemployment by 0.4 percentage points. Forward-looking national forecasts by Jobs and Skills Australia from Mar-26 provide additional context on potential workforce demand trends. While national figures project employment to rise by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, trajectories vary notably by sector. Weighting these projections against the local industry baseline suggests employment among residents could rise by 5.8% across five years and 12.7% across ten years (an illustrative extrapolation that excludes localized demographic projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Meadow Springs is $1,654 a week (about $86,000 a year), with median personal income at $713 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,558 a year against an average of $65,428. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The suburb of Meadow Springs's income level is slightly lower than average on a national basis according to the latest ATO data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The suburb of Meadow Springs's median income among taxpayers is $48,558 and the average income stands at $65,428, which compares to figures for Greater Perth's of $60,748 and $80,248 respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.93% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $53,865 (median) and $72,579 (average) as of March 2026. According to 2021 Census figures, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Meadow Springs, between the 30th and 44th percentiles.
The earnings profile shows the predominant cohort spans 32.3% of locals (3,469 people) in the $1,500 - 2,999 category, reflecting patterns seen the surrounding region where 32.0% similarly occupy this range. Housing affordability pressures are severe, with only 82.7% of income remaining, ranking at the 44th percentile and the area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Meadow Springs had 3,201 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 88% detached houses and 0% apartments. 48% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 25% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 21.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.2%. 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 housing in the suburb of Meadow Springs at the latest Census was heavily oriented toward standalone houses at 87.8%, with 12.2% comprising alternative structures such as semi-detached homes, units, and other dwellings, compared to the Perth metro breakdown of 77.8% separate houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Outright homeownership was 25.3%, trailing the Perth metro benchmark, while 48.4% of residences had a mortgage and 26.3% were rental accommodations. Local housing expenses showed a median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733, lower than the Perth metro median of $1,907 and the national average of $1,863.
The median weekly rental payment reached $350, matching the Perth metro figure of $350 while remaining below the Australian average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Meadow Springs counted 3,201 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,754 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 21% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the bulk of living arrangements at 76.7% of households, consisting of couples with children at 35.4%, childless couples at 28.2%, and single parent families at 12.3%. Non-family households represent the remaining 23.3%, composed of 21.2% lone person dwellings and 2.2% group arrangements. The average household size sits at 2.7 people, exceeding the Greater Perth baseline of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
15.8% of adults in Meadow Springs hold a university qualification, including 11.7% with a bachelor degree and 2.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 32.5% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 3,440 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,010 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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Attainment levels for university qualifications across the suburb of Meadow Springs sit at 15.8%, falling well behind the nationwide proportion of 30.4%. Within tertiary education, bachelor degrees represent 11.7% of residents, postgraduate qualifications account for 2.3%, and graduate diplomas make up 1.8%. Conversely, vocational and technical credentials are broad-based, with 43.8% of the population aged 15+ holding vocational certificates or diplomas, specifically 32.5% possessing certificates and 11.3% with advanced diplomas. General educational involvement is substantial, with 30.0% of local citizens actively engaged in formal courses of study. This includes 11.7% attending primary schools, 8.6% enrolled in secondary education, and 3.7% undertaking tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Meadow Springs reaches 45 stops on 5 routes, timetabled for about 720 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 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 infrastructure within the suburb of Meadow Springs features 45 active stops served by buses, organized across 5 separate routes that together offer 724 trips per week. Transit accessibility remains favorable, with an average distance of 206 meters between local homes and their nearest stop. Given its residential focus, the vast majority of workers commute outward, predominantly using private vehicles for 85% of journeys alongside 6% utilizing train services. Private motor vehicle availability averages 1.4 per household, while a modest 6.7% of employed locals worked remotely according to 2021 Census records gathered during COVID-19.
Transit service schedules deliver an average frequency of 103 daily runs across the entire route network, representing roughly 16 departures per week at each individual stop.
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68.0% of residents in Meadow Springs report no long-term health condition. 7.1% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health assessments compiled by AreaSearch indicate notable local health challenges, with chronic ailments and mortality metrics showing general prevalence across demographic segments, particularly older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage covers roughly 53% of the community (~5,713 people), placing it just ahead of the standard SA2 average but behind the 59.0% recorded across Greater Perth. The most frequent health diagnoses recorded among locals are arthritis and mental health issues, affecting 8.7 and 8.2% of residents respectively, whereas 68.0% indicated having no diagnosed chronic medical conditions compared to 71.9% in Greater Perth.
While health metrics for residents aged under 65 are stronger than average, the area contains an elevated senior contingent, with 20.2% of residents aged 65 and over (2,170 people) versus 15.9% in Greater Perth, contributing to health complexities that nevertheless rank lower nationally than broader population levels.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
34.0% of Meadow Springs residents were born overseas and 11.2% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.6%) and Australian (25.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in the suburb of Meadow Springs exceeds that of most regional markets, with 34.0% of community members born overseas and 11.2% utilizing a non-English language in their homes. Christianity is the predominant religious faith, representing 47.4% of citizens, while Hinduism constitutes 1.5% of the local population compared to 2.5% regionally across Greater Perth. Examining ancestral backgrounds based on parents' country of birth, English heritage leads the suburb of Meadow Springs at 33.6% (exceeding the regional level of 28.0%), followed by Australian ancestry at 25.8% and Scottish at 7.4%.
Additional ethnic representations show distinctive local concentrations, including Welsh at 0.9% (against 0.7% regionally), Maori at 1.8% (against 0.9%), and New Zealand heritage at 1.3% (against 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Meadow Springs is 38. 25.6% 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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Demographic composition displays a clear skew toward mature age groups, with retirees and seniors (65+) making up 20.2% of residents as at August 2026, surpassing the 15.9% share in Greater Perth, whereas young-to-middle adults (25 - 44) represent 26.9% compared to 30.9% regionally. The estimated median age stands at 38 as at August 2026, mirroring the 2021 Census level and sitting 1 year older than the 37 recorded for Greater Perth at that time. Looking ahead to 2041, older demographics are projected to drive the majority of local population gains, increasing by 1,422 residents (66%) to total 3,592.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Meadow Springs
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 |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 4 months 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 May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 170 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (9,160 at the 2021 Census → 10,743 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 Aug 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 (SAL50922). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.