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Moolap has an estimated 2,035 residents, up from 1,825 at the 2021 Census — a change of 210 people, or 11.5%. Growth has averaged 3.1% a year over five years, faster than 76% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. Density is about 59 people per 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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Drawing from an evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region alongside newly validated addresses recorded by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Moolap has a population calculated to be approximately 2,035 as of May 2026. This indicates a rise of 210 people (11.5%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 1,825 people. This shift is deduced from a resident population of 2,033, calculated by AreaSearch using the most recent ERP statistics published by the ABS (June 2025) and a further 39 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
Such a population size corresponds to a density ratio of 58 persons per square kilometer, showing that there is plenty of space for each resident. The expansion rate of 11.5% in the suburb of Moolap since the 2021 census was higher than the Rest of Vic. (4.3%) and the SA3 area, establishing it as a regional growth leader. Population expansion in the area was mostly driven by overseas migration, which acted as practically the sole source of population increases in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the anchor year. For any SA2 regions that do not have this data available, AreaSearch employs the Regional/LGA projections released by the VIC State Government in 2023, adjusted via a process of weighted aggregation of population expansion from LGA down to SA2 levels. Growth rates across specific age cohorts derived from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead at demographic trends, projections show population growth exceeding the national median for non-metropolitan zones, with the suburb of Moolap anticipated to expand by 330 persons to 2041 using aggregated SA2-level projections, which represents a total increase of 16.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
84 new dwellings have been approved in Moolap over the past five years, an average of 16 a year. That places the area in the 68th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 18, 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approvals assigned from statistical area datasets, Moolap has average approval figures of approximately 16 dwellings annually, with a total of 84 homes approved over the preceding 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 17 so far in FY-26. With a ratio of 3.4 people per year entering the locality for every completed dwelling over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), construction rates are falling well short of demand, which typically intensifies buyer competition and drives upward pressure on pricing, with newly built properties averaging a construction value of $337,000.
Relative to Rest of Vic., new development per capita in Moolap is 14.0% lower, placing it in the 74th percentile of all assessed areas across the nation. New residential projects are split between 50.0% standalone houses and 50.0% medium and high-density dwellings. This shift toward denser housing formats provides more affordable entry pathways and appeals to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This is a clear departure from the existing housing stock in the area (which stands at 91.0% houses), indicating a decline in developable land parcels and reflecting modern lifestyle preferences and the requirement for more varied and affordable housing. There are approximately 167 people for each dwelling approval, pointing to a growing market. Demographic projections indicate that Moolap will add 328 residents up to 2041 (calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures). Under current building activity rates, the supply of new dwellings is expected to comfortably align with demand, offering favorable purchasing conditions for buyers and potentially underpinning growth beyond the current population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Moolap
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Moolap, worth an estimated $2.81 billion. A further 78 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $11.7 billion. 20 are already under construction and 31 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. 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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Few elements impact local real estate performance as heavily as updates to regional infrastructure, major works, and municipal planning strategies. In total, 19 key projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a probable influence on the locality. Important projects include the Moolap Coastal Strategic Framework Plan, Geelong Ring Road Extension (Bellarine Link), Geelong Ring Road Extension (Bellarine Link), and the Whittington Family and Community Hub, with the accompanying index outlining the most relevant developments.
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Moolap Coastal Strategic Framework Plan
Victorian Government framework guiding renewal and land use change across northern Moolap including Point Henry and the former saltworks. DEECA is leading the Environmental Management Masterplan for the Wetlands and Former Saltworks Precinct with planning underway.
Point Henry 575
Long-term redevelopment of Alcoa's 575-hectare freehold landholding on the Point Henry peninsula, the site of a former aluminium smelter that closed in 2014. Decommissioning was completed in 2021 and environmental remediation is well advanced under EPA oversight. The Point Henry 575 Concept Master Plan, published in 2017, sets out a 20 to 30-year transition of the land to a mixed-use coastal community, with a diverse range of housing, tourism and recreation uses, significant open space and protection of wetlands and grasslands.Alcoa ran an Expression of Interest process in 2024 to secure a long-term development partner, followed by a Request for Proposal stage running into mid-2025. The project sits within the state government's Moolap Coastal Strategic Framework Plan area, which also covers the adjoining Moolap Wetlands and Former Saltworks Precinct, where DEECA is preparing an Environmental Management Masterplan over 2024 to 2026 in partnership with Wadawurrung Traditional Owners.
Marshall Precinct Structure Plan
The Marshall Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) is a transit-oriented development covering 123 hectares around the Marshall Railway Station. Formally completed with ministerial gazettal in December 2025, the plan facilitates approximately 1,660 new dwellings to house 4,000-5,000 residents. Key features include a 4.56-hectare town centre, affordable housing contributions, extensive open space, and protection of native Bellarine yellow gums. The project transforms underpopulated rural living land into a high-density residential and mixed-use hub within the Armstrong Creek growth corridor.
Geelong Ring Road Extension (Bellarine Link)
Planning and business case completed to investigate a potential future Geelong Ring Road Extension (Bellarine Link) between Baanip Boulevard (Surf Coast Highway) and Barwon Heads Road. The extension aims to ease congestion, reduce travel times, and improve traffic flow.
Aldershot Reserve Improvements
Staged implementation of the Aldershot Reserve Master Plan. Completed works include the fenced dog park, basketball half court, path network and renewed playground. The current active recreation stage will deliver Greater Geelong's first asphalt pump track, an inclusive outdoor fitness area, an accessible public toilet, drinking fountain, additional seating and landscaping. The remaining works are funded through a $1.0 million Victorian Government Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund grant and a $1.513 million City of Greater Geelong contribution, with construction scheduled through 2026.
Whittington Family and Community Hub
A proposed multi-purpose community hub at Whittington Link to replace aging facilities and integrate early childhood education, maternal and child health services, neighbourhood house programs, youth spaces, and community activities. The Social Infrastructure Planning Report presents options for the site, currently in planning pending future funding.
Caspian Estate
New residential estate in Leopold offering approximately 70 residential lots ranging from 390m2 to 520m2, nestled between country and ocean on the outskirts near Lake Connewarre. The land has recently been rezoned to residential by the City of Greater Geelong, offering an exciting opportunity for new residents to create a vibrant community. Close to shopping, playgrounds, childcare, cafes, wineries, sporting clubs, and wildlife reserves.
Leopold Green Estate
A fantastic residential land subdivision nestled in a popular pocket of the thriving suburb of Leopold. Prime residential allotments ranging from 300m2 to 483m2 located in an established position close to Gateway Plaza Shopping Centre. Direct access to Central Geelong, the Waterfront and the Bellarine Peninsula. Selected allotments capturing views of Corio Bay and The Bellarine Rail Trail, positioned in a popular, established area with access to local schools, wineries, restaurants, Geelong Adventure Park, and world-famous Surf Coast beaches.
868 residents of Moolap are employed, from a labour force of 930. Unemployment sits at 6.7%, with participation at 50.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,959, about 195% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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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Moolap features a balanced distribution of white and blue collar workers, with the construction industry showing especially strong representation, an unemployment rate of 6.7%, and an employment growth rate of 2.8% over the past year, according to AreaSearch aggregations of statistical area data. In March 2026, there are 868 employed residents, while the unemployment rate is 3.0% higher than the Regional Vic. rate of 3.7%, and labor force participation is notably lower (50.9% compared to Regional Vic.'s 61.1%). Census data indicates a moderate 17.9% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.
The primary employment fields for residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The locality shows a particularly high concentration in construction, where employment is 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 2.3% of the local workforce, which is below the 7.5% recorded for Regional Vic.. With 2.3 workers for each resident at the time of the Census, the locality serves as a major employment center, containing more jobs than residents and drawing workers from the surrounding region. Based on AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader statistical regions, during the 12 months leading to March 2026, employment grew by 2.8% and the labor force expanded by 2.3%, resulting in a 0.5 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. This stands in contrast to Regional Vic., where employment fell by 0.1%, the labor force declined by 0.3%, and the unemployment rate decreased by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections from May-25 compiled by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional context regarding future demand in Moolap. These five and ten-year forecasts have been matched to the local occupational profile to estimate future growth trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expansion rates vary widely across different industries. Applying these sector-specific trends to the local employment distribution suggests that employment in Moolap will rise by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (note that this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Moolap is $1,279 a week (about $67,000 a year), with median personal income at $630 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $49,509 a year against an average of $58,458. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the most recent postcode level ATO statistics released by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Moolap have a median income of $49,509 and an average income of $58,458. These figures are below the national average and compare to a median of $50,954 and an average of $62,728 in Regional Vic.. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimated values would be roughly $54,272 for the median and $64,082 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census shows that household, family, and personal incomes in Moolap all sit between the 15th and 18th percentiles nationally.
The statistics indicate that the $800 - 1,499 income bracket is the most common, accounting for 31.6% of residents (643 people), which differs from the broader region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the most common at 30.3%. Disposable income remaining after housing costs is 85.8%, which ranks in the 21st percentile nationally, and the local SEIFA income score falls within the 4th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Moolap had 677 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 91% detached houses and 0% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 14% rented and 54% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $290 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,907 a month. Rent absorbs 22.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 34.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing types in Moolap at the time of the latest Census consisted of 91.0% houses and 8.9% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative housing options), compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings in Regional Vic.. The level of home ownership in Moolap was significantly higher than the Regional Vic. level, standing at 53.9%, while the remaining properties were either mortgaged (32.0%) or rented (14.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was well above the Regional Vic. average at $1,907, whereas the median weekly rent was recorded at $290, compared to Regional Vic.
values of $1,430 and $285. On a national level, mortgage repayments in Moolap are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are considerably lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Moolap counted 677 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 755 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 23% are couples with children, fewer than in 77% of areas nationally, against 42% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the majority of households at 72.5%, which is split into 23.1% couples with children, 41.8% couples without children, and 7.5% single parent households. The remaining 27.5% consists of non-family households, with lone person households representing 25.4% and group households making up 1.9% of the total. The median household size of 2.3 people is slightly below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
16.7% of adults in Moolap hold a university qualification, including 12.1% with a bachelor degree and 1.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 30.4% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 200 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 974 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The locality displays low rates of higher education, with university qualification levels (16.7%) sitting far below the VIC average of 33.4%. This highlights both an educational deficit and a chance to introduce focused learning programs. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 12.1%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.7%) and postgraduate degrees (1.9%). Vocational and technical training are highly represented, with 43.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.9%) and certificates (30.4%). A significant 24.5% of the local population is enrolled in formal studies.
This proportion contains 8.9% in primary education, 8.3% in secondary education, and 2.4% in tertiary education programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Moolap reaches 27 stops on 19 routes, timetabled for about 1,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 420 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport data indicates there are 27 active transit stops operating within Moolap. These stops are connected to 19 distinct routes, which combine to deliver 1,885 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility to public transit is classified as moderate, with residents living an average distance of 423 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the locality, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 93%, while 4% of commuters walk. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 cars per household. Approximately 17.9% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Service frequency averages 269 trips daily across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 69 weekly trips for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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54.8% of residents in Moolap report no long-term health condition. 7.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.0% 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 statistics show relatively positive results for Moolap residents, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and medical conditions revealing outcomes that align closely with national averages, showing standard rates of common illnesses across younger and older age brackets, while the level of private health insurance is relatively low at roughly 50% of the population (~1,017 people). This compares to a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical issues reported in the locality are arthritis and mental health conditions, which affect 12.8 and 8.4% of residents, respectively, while 54.8% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic..
Working-age residents display higher than average rates of chronic illnesses. The area has 42.9% of its population aged 65 and over (873 people), which is significantly higher than the 23.9% recorded in Regional Vic.. Health outcomes among the elderly population are above average, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Moolap is largely Australian-born, at 84.2% of residents, with 6.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.0%) and Australian (27.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Moolap exhibits lower levels of cultural diversity compared to average benchmarks, with 84.2% of its residents born in Australia, 91.6% holding citizenship, and 93.9% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the predominant religion, representing 58.5% of the local population, compared to 47.3% across Regional Vic.. Looking at ancestral backgrounds (parents' country of birth), the three largest heritage groups in Moolap are English at 33.0% of the population, Australian at 27.5%, and Irish at 9.9%. Certain other ethnic backgrounds show notable differences in representation: Dutch ancestry is higher than average at 2.6% of Moolap (compared to 1.7% regionally), Scottish is at 9.3% (compared to 8.8%), and Maltese is at 0.9% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Moolap is 58, older than 98% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 17.7% 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 58, Moolap is notably older than Regional Vic. at 43 years, and also sits well above the Australian median of 38 years. The 75 - 84 age bracket is highly represented at 16.9% compared to Regional Vic., while the 5 - 14 cohort is less common at 7.2%. This concentration of residents aged 75 - 84 is significantly higher than the national rate of 6.1%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 7.9% to 10.2% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort has grown from 7.6% to 9.3%.
Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 10.1% to 8.5%, and the 5 to 14 age group has fallen from 8.5% to 7.2%. Demographic projections suggest Moolap's age distribution will change substantially by 2041. Lead by this demographic shift, the 35 to 44 age bracket is projected to expand by 94% (177 people), increasing from 189 to 367. On the other hand, the 5 to 14 and 75 to 84 cohorts are expected to experience population declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Moolap
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 4 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 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 39 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,825 at the 2021 Census → 2,035 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 (SAL21737). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.