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Monbulk has an estimated 3,669 residents. That puts 185 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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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Monbulk has an estimated population of approximately 3,669, determined by AreaSearch through evaluating broader ABS population updates alongside post-Census validated address counts. This represents a gain of 18 people (0.5%) relative to the 2021 Census tally of 3,651 people. The figure draws on the ABS ERP release from June 2025, which indicated an estimated resident population of 3,667, supplemented by 9 validated new addresses confirmed following the Census. With a resulting density of 184 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers ample space for its residents and potential scope for future development.
Inbound overseas migration served as the core growth driver, accounting for roughly 62.0% of total recent population additions in the suburb of Monbulk. Projections generated by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 using 2022 as a base year are applied by AreaSearch across SA2 regions. Wherever specific SA2 coverage is unavailable, AreaSearch incorporates 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections via a weighted aggregation methodology from LGA down to SA2 boundaries. Age-specific growth trajectories from these aggregated datasets are subsequently projected across all districts from 2032 to 2041. Based on these projected demographic patterns, the suburb of Monbulk is forecast to experience an overall contraction of 142 persons by 2041 under this framework. Nonetheless, certain age segments are set to expand, most notably the 85 and over age group, which is anticipated to grow by 105 people. <i>See the age section for more details.</i>
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ABS residential building approvals mapped across statistical geographies and examined by AreaSearch reveal that Monbulk averages approximately 1 new dwelling approved per year, accumulating an estimated 5 homes across the past 5 financial years. In FY-25 to date, 3 approvals have been logged. Amid a declining population trend in recent times, new construction volume has remained aligned with demand, delivering solid choice for purchasers, with newly constructed dwellings carrying an average value of $963,000 in expected construction cost, illustrating a strategic emphasis among developers on higher-end luxury projects. Residential development in Monbulk tracks at 88.0% below regional average per person compared with Greater Melbourne.
Although construction momentum has picked up over recent years, this restrained supply profile commonly underpins property values and buyer interest across established stock. Building rates also trail the broader country, pointing to an established urban footprint and possible planning restrictions. Furthermore, recent residential building activity consists entirely of detached housing, maintaining the low-density landscape and catering to purchasers in search of spacious standalone properties. A ratio of roughly 916 people per dwelling approval underlines the subdued, low-scale nature of local development. Given that demographic projections point toward static or shrinking headcount levels, Monbulk is anticipated to experience easing housing demand pressures, which should provide favorable conditions for incoming purchasers.
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Development applications around Monbulk
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 10 current infrastructure and development projects close to Monbulk, worth an estimated $257 million. 6 are already under construction and 4 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans environmental & disaster management, 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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Regional performance is fundamentally shaped by broader planning programs, essential infrastructure investments, and major public projects. In total, no new major infrastructure projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are likely to have a direct impact on the locality. Key initiatives across the wider region encompass the Dandenong Ranges Environmental Protection Program, Yarra Ranges Council Drainage Infrastructure Program, South East Melbourne Recycled Water Supply Infrastructure Upgrades, and Additional VLocity Trains, with relevant local elements outlined below.
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Mount Dandenong Tourist Road Landslide Repair Works
Critical repair works to address landslide damage caused by severe weather in July 2024. Works include geotechnical stabilization, drainage infrastructure upgrades, and road surface restoration to restore full safety and functionality.
Angliss Hospital Expansion
A $112 million major redevelopment featuring a new four-storey, all-electric tower. The expansion delivers a 32-bed inpatient unit, four state-of-the-art operating theatres, a new central sterile supply department, and expanded outpatient and allied health services. Major structural works were completed in July 2025, and the project is currently in the fit-out and final construction phase to increase surgical capacity for the Knox and Yarra Ranges communities.
Mount Evelyn Water Treatment Plant
The Mount Evelyn Water Treatment Plant is a critical back-up disinfection and treatment facility being constructed within the Tramway Track Pipe Reserve by Melbourne Water and John Holland KBR Joint Venture. Designed to support the Silvan Reservoir supply system, which provides over 50% of Melbourne’s drinking water, the facility ensures continuous water supply during maintenance or emergency disruptions. Main construction commenced in 2025 and is scheduled for completion in early 2027.
Mount Evelyn Recreation Reserve Master Plan
Master plan guiding the long-term enhancement, management and future development of the Mount Evelyn Recreation Reserve. The reserve supports a range of sporting, environmental and community uses. The associated playspace renewal project has now been completed and opened to the public, while the broader master plan remains in the consultation and design phase to guide future staged improvements.
York Road Upgrade
Potential upgrade to York Road between Swansea Road and Monbulk Road in Mount Evelyn[cite: 1]. Planning work and a comprehensive business case have been completed by Major Road Projects Victoria to evaluate safety improvements, intersection upgrades, and walking and cycling links[cite: 1]. The project is awaiting formal government funding allocation for detailed design and construction.
Hereford Road Childcare Centre and Development Site
A planning permit for a 104-place childcare centre on a 5014 sqm site at 19-23 Hereford Road, Mount Evelyn was approved by VCAT on 4 December 2024, following a Council refusal that was overturned on appeal. The application, lodged by Planning Property Partners, originally also proposed a 24/7 McDonald's restaurant on the site, but the fast-food component was refused by Council and the refusal was upheld by VCAT. The childcare centre occupies about 43 percent of the supersite, which retains a development scheme allowing for an additional quick-service restaurant / fast-food outlet subject to further approval.The property was the site of Pro Futsal Mt Evelyn, a sports complex and physiotherapy clinic, held on a lease expiring 31 December 2025. The site was taken to market via Expressions of Interest closing 2 July 2025 through Burgess Rawson and Teska Carson, and has since sold; the purchaser has not been publicly disclosed. No construction start date has been confirmed.
Mountain Highway Logistics Hub
Staged development of a major industrial logistics estate on a 16.8 hectare site formerly occupied by GlaxoSmithKline for over 50 years, featuring four separate warehouses totalling up to 50,000 sqm. Stage 1 comprises a purpose-built national head office and distribution centre for CoolDrive Auto Parts, consolidating three Melbourne facilities into one site with automation systems, dedicated dangerous goods and refrigerant stores, and a workshop for the Blanchard Racing Team Supercars program. The development includes a new access road and signalised intersection to Mountain Highway, estate signage, and directional signage.Construction began in July 2025 following a sod-turning ceremony, with the CoolDrive facility targeted for completion around October 2026 and practical completion of Stage 1 expected by late 2026. Future stages will add smaller warehouses of approximately 10,000 sqm each. All warehouses will operate 24/7 once complete, with Stage 1 expected to accommodate up to 225 staff.
Morrison Reserve Master Plan 2024-2039
A 15-year master plan for Morrison Reserve adopted by Yarra Ranges Council on 28 May 2024. The first funded implementation stage, the Youth Activation and Bike Park project, is now under construction by Warrandale Industries following contract award. The works include an all-abilities bike park, youth activation spaces, social areas and associated public facilities, with completion expected during 2026. The broader master plan continues to guide future staged upgrades to sporting, recreation and pathway infrastructure through 2039.
1,895 residents of Monbulk are employed, from a labour force of 1,943. Unemployment sits at 2.5%, with participation at 64.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,091, about 84% 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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Monbulk possesses a capable labour pool featuring prominent employment representation in the construction sector, an unemployment rate of merely 2.5%, and an estimated 1.8% rise in employment over the preceding year, according to AreaSearch's statistical area data. Employed local residents stood at 1,895 as of March 2026, while the jobless rate tracked 2.3% lower than the 4.8% recorded across Greater Melbourne, even as workforce participation of 64.8% trailed the 70.1% regional mark. Census records showed 24.3% of workers based at home, though this figure reflects the influence of Covid-19 lockdown restrictions at the time.
The primary employment sectors among local workers are construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training. Furthermore, workforce representation in agriculture, forestry & fishing is exceptionally prominent, registering at 12.7 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 5.6% of the workforce, trailing the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 10.1%. A comparison between Census working population and resident workforce totals indicates that employment opportunities within the immediate locality remain relatively constrained. Analysis conducted by AreaSearch, drawing on SALM and ABS data aggregated from wider statistical regions, indicates that over the twelve months leading to March 2026, employment rose by 1.8%, the labour force grew by 1.6%, and unemployment declined by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.1%, a labour force increase of 2.3%, and a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional perspective on potential future demand within Monbulk. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been overlaid with the local employment profile to estimate future growth patterns. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, these rates vary considerably across industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Monbulk's current employment composition, the area is expected to see employment increase by 6.1% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, though it should be noted that this represents a straightforward weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections.
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Median household income in Monbulk is $1,722 a week (about $90,000 a year), with median personal income at $759 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,281 a year against an average of $64,378. 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 ATO postcode records for financial year 2023, the suburb of Monbulk recorded a median taxpayer earnings figure of $49,281 alongside a $64,378 average. These amounts sit below national figures as well as Greater Melbourne's median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Factoring in 9.62% growth in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, current earnings estimates reach roughly $54,022 (median) and $70,571 (average) as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, Monbulk's household, family, and individual income metrics placed modestly between the 40th and 48th percentiles.
A notable 34.4% of local earners (1,262 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, aligning with the 32.8% regional proportion. Dwellings retain 84.9% of income following housing outlays, and the suburb holds a SEIFA income placement in the 6th decile.
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Monbulk had 1,301 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 0% apartments. 46% are owned with a mortgage, 15% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $369 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,915 a month. 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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According to the latest Census, residential properties in Monbulk consisted of 96.7% houses and 3.3% other dwellings (incorporating apartments, semi-detached, and alternative housing forms), in contrast to Greater Melbourne's composition of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership in Monbulk reached 38.8%, substantially exceeding regional levels, while the balance of residential properties was divided between mortgaged homes (45.9%) and rental accommodation (15.3%). The suburb recorded a median monthly mortgage payment of $1,915 and a median weekly rent of $369, both lower than Melbourne metro's respective benchmarks of $2,000 and $390.
Compared to national metrics, Monbulk's mortgage costs exceed the Australian figure of $1,863, whereas its rental payments sit below the nationwide average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Monbulk counted 1,301 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.7 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 21% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute 76.7% of all households, comprising 36.8% couples with children, 27.0% couples without children, and 11.9% single parent families. The remaining 23.3% consists of non-family arrangements, with single-person residences accounting for 20.8% and group households making up 2.3%. Monbulk maintains an average household size of 2.7 people, marginally higher than the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.0% of adults in Monbulk hold a university qualification, including 15.5% with a bachelor degree and 4.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 27.7% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 901 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,044 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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Tertiary educational attainment presents a distinct profile in the district, with 23.0% holding higher education qualifications compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%, offering scope for targeted educational support programs. Among these qualifications, bachelor degrees represent 15.5%, while postgraduate degrees make up 4.6% and graduate diplomas account for 2.9%. Conversely, vocational and technical credentials are widely held, with 40.5% of individuals aged 15+ possessing vocational qualifications, comprising 12.8% with advanced diplomas and 27.7% holding certificates. Formal study engagement is substantial across the community, with 30.6% of residents actively participating in education.
This proportion includes 10.5% attending primary schools, 9.8% enrolled in secondary education, and 4.1% undertaking tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Monbulk reaches 16 stops on 5 routes, timetabled for about 1,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 390 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 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 connectivity in Monbulk includes 16 active stops utilized by local bus networks. These facilities are served across 5 individual routes that generate 1,004 weekly passenger trips in total. Accessibility is favorable, with residents living an average distance of 394 meters from their nearest public transit stop. Reflecting the suburb's residential profile, commuting is largely outward-bound, with private vehicles serving as the primary travel method for 92% of commuters and 5% walking. Vehicle ownership stands above regional norms at 1.8 per dwelling, while 24.3% of the workforce reported working from home during the 2021 Census under prevailing COVID-19 settings.
Transit service across the combined route network delivers an average of 143 trips per day, translating to roughly 62 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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67.1% of residents in Monbulk report no long-term health condition. 4.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.6 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 indicators in Monbulk align closely with nationwide standards based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and chronic illness incidence, showing typical general community prevalence alongside slightly elevated rates among older residents. Private health insurance coverage covers approximately 52% of the local population (~1,918 people), sitting slightly above the typical SA2 area benchmark, compared to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. Mental health conditions and arthritis represent the most prevalent health issues locally, affecting 9.2 and 8.7% of the population, respectively, while 67.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Health measures for working-age adults remain standard. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.5% of the community (752 people), exceeding Greater Melbourne's 15.1%, with health profiles in this senior bracket facing some challenges while still comparing favorably against broader national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Monbulk is largely Australian-born, at 83.6% of residents, with 5.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.5%) and Australian (28.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity measures place Monbulk below broad averages, with 83.6% of the population born in Australia, 90.9% holding Australian citizenship, and 94.3% speaking exclusively English at home. Christianity represents the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 35.9% of residents. In relative terms, the most visible specific community presence is Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the local population versus 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding ancestral background based on parental birthplace, the three largest groups in Monbulk comprise English heritage at 32.5% (above the 20.1% regional mark), Australian heritage at 28.1% (above Greater Melbourne's 18.4%), and Irish heritage at 8.0%.
Distinct variations also appear across other cultural backgrounds, with Dutch representation notably elevated at 6.3% compared to 1.2% regionally, French ancestry standing at 0.6% (vs 0.5%), and Hungarian heritage recording 0.3% (vs 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Monbulk is 41. 21.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The age distribution in Monbulk leans older than Greater Melbourne overall. AreaSearch estimates for August 2026 indicate that 20.5% of the local community falls into senior and retiree brackets (65+), compared with 15.1% regionally, while adults aged 25 - 44 represent 20.4% versus 32.1% across the metropolitan area. The median age remains steady at an estimated 41, matching the 2021 Census reading and sitting 4 years above Greater Melbourne's Census median of 37. Senior cohorts have expanded from 18.1% at the Census to an estimated 20.5% of the populace. Looking forward to 2041, the largest population addition is anticipated among retiree and elderly groups, growing by 143 residents (19%) to reach 895, whereas young adult, child, and 25 - 44 cohorts are projected to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Monbulk
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 5 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 9 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (3,651 at the 2021 Census → 3,669 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 (SAL21727). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.