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Moonee Ponds has an estimated 17,967 residents, up from 16,224 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,743 people, or 10.7%. Growth has averaged 1.6% a year over five years. 778 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 88.0% of that increase. That puts 4,121 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's evaluation of ABS regional demographic updates alongside post-Census validated address counts, the suburb of Moonee Ponds has reached an estimated 17,967 residents as of Aug 2026. Comparing this against the 2021 Census figure of 16,224 people reveals a net expansion of 1,743 people (10.7%). This projection builds upon an estimated resident population base of 17,965 calculated from the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 778 validated new addresses recorded since Census night. Demographic density stands at 4,120 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb within the top 10% nationwide and highlighting intense local land demand.
The suburb of Moonee Ponds outpaced both the broader SA3 territory (9.0%) and Victoria overall with its 10.7% surge since the 2021 census, establishing itself as an area growth leader. Overseas migration served as the primary growth catalyst, generating roughly 88.0% of recent population additions, while interstate migration and natural increase also delivered positive gains. Projections for the suburb of Moonee Ponds incorporate 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 modelling anchored to 2022 baseline figures, complemented where necessary by 2023 Victorian State Government LGA projections aggregated to SA2 boundaries via weighted population distribution. Age cohort growth trends derived from these models are applied across all territories through 2032 to 2041. Forecasts position the suburb of Moonee Ponds among the top quartile nationally for future demographic expansion, with aggregated SA2 modeling anticipating an influx of 4,350 persons by 2041, representing a total gain of 24.2% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,054 new dwellings have been approved in Moonee Ponds over the past five years, an average of 210 a year. That places the area in the 58th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 12 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 188 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 8% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 65, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of ABS building approvals by AreaSearch shows that the local residential pipeline has averaged approximately 210 approved dwellings annually, accumulating to roughly 1,054 homes across the preceding 5 financial years, with FY-25 generating 65 approvals to date. Between FY-21 and FY-25, the area absorbed an average of 1.4 incoming residents per completed residence, maintaining balanced market conditions, before escalating sharply to 8.4 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years to signal tightening capacity and heightened underlying demand. Developers continue to target upscale buyers, evidenced by an average expected construction cost of $753,000 per dwelling.
Furthermore, strong non-residential investment momentum is confirmed by $62.1 million in commercial building permits issued during the current financial year. Per capita residential construction volume exceeds the Greater Melbourne benchmark by 43.0% across the 5 year period, providing solid buyer choice while bolstering established values, despite recent moderation in activity. Building rates substantially exceed nationwide figures, demonstrating sustained developer commitment. Recent approvals are heavily weighted toward high-density formats, consisting of 8.0% detached houses and 92.0% attached dwellings. This delivery profile offers accessible price points for first-time buyers, investors, and downsizers, representing a distinct departure from the historical stock baseline of 45.0% houses as land availability constrains traditional builds. Overall density ratios sit at approximately 398 people per dwelling approval, indicative of a mature urban setting. Demographic modelling anticipates an increase of 4,348 residents by 2041 relative to the latest AreaSearch quarterly figures. Maintaining the current pace of residential building will supply sufficient housing stock to accommodate this projected influx, preserving favorable conditions for prospective purchasers and supporting potential growth beyond baseline expectations.
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Development applications around Moonee Ponds
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Moonee Ponds, worth an estimated $3.06 billion. A further 76 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $17.2 billion. 18 are already under construction and 28 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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Urban performance and local asset growth are heavily shaped by regional planning initiatives, capital works, and infrastructure upgrades. AreaSearch has identified 17 active projects influencing the surrounding catchment. Prominent initiatives include the Moonee Valley Racing Club Grandstand & Clubhouse Redevelopment, Moonee Valley Park, the Chain of Ponds Collaboration Moonee Ponds Creek Improvement, and York Street Park (A Park Close to Home) - Pascoe Vale South.
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Moonee Valley Racing Club Grandstand & Clubhouse Redevelopment
A $200 million redevelopment of the Moonee Valley Racecourse. Construction commenced in late 2025. The project features a new grandstand Event Centre, re-oriented racetrack, an 83-room boutique residential hotel, rooftop bar, wellness centre, and infield activation. Demolition and civil works are currently underway, with completion anticipated for the 2027 Cox Plate.
Moonee Valley Park
A $2 billion urban renewal project transforming 40 hectares of the Moonee Valley Racecourse into a botanical-led neighborhood. The masterplan includes approximately 2,000 dwellings, a new grandstand, an integrated hotel, and a retail village. Significant milestones include the 2025 approval of the Cox Place Mixed Use Precinct and the planned 2026 demolition of the existing grandstand to make way for 'The Eveline' residential stage, which features 394 apartments across two towers.
Chain of Ponds Collaboration Moonee Ponds Creek Improvement
Improving the missing link linear corridor along the Moonee Ponds Creek between Albion Street and Moreland Road. The revitalization initiative transforms the degraded creek corridor into a naturalized waterway with enhanced shared paths, biodiversity habitats, open community space, and improved active transport connectivity. Delivered via the Chain of Ponds Collaboration led by Merri-bek City Council and Melbourne Water.
York Street Park (A Park Close to Home) - Pascoe Vale South
Council-led delivery of a new 2,500 m2 local park on the Westgate and York Street corner as part of Merri-bek's A Park Close to Home program. Construction is completed and the park officially opened to the community on February 16, 2026. Features include shaded play areas, shelter and picnic facilities, paths, native planting, and a grassed kick-about area.
MPAC to 2040: Moonee Ponds Activity Centre Local Plan
Moonee Valley City Council's long-term plan guiding growth and investment in the Moonee Ponds Activity Centre through to 2040. The planning framework has been implemented through Amendment C207moon and Council is progressing implementation projects including detailed streetscape designs for Homer and Everage Streets, updated to reflect revised flood modelling. The plan supports mixed-use development, improved public spaces, sustainable transport, affordable housing and heritage protection.
Parkside Parkville Residential Development
Mixed residential development by Frasers Property and Citta Property Group offering 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Features Park Club amenities including gymnasium, pool, and communal spaces. Located adjacent to Royal Park with city skyline views.
Mitchell Parade Retaining Wall Reconstruction
Reconstruction of failed retaining wall at Mitchell Parade, Pascoe Vale South. New concrete wall construction with enhanced landscaping including new trees and vegetation.
881 Mount Alexander Road Mixed-Use Development
Planning permit approved for a 15-storey mixed-use development comprising 77 residential apartments, ground-floor retail tenancies, and commercial office space. Situated in the Essendon Junction Activity Centre, the site provides multi-level basement car parking and direct access to public transport corridors.
11,358 residents of Moonee Ponds are employed, from a labour force of 11,813. Unemployment sits at 3.9%, with participation at 74.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Local workforce metrics highlight a highly qualified talent pool with strong professional representation, demonstrating an unemployment rate of just 3.9% alongside a 4.3% annual increase in job numbers according to AreaSearch statistical estimates. The resident employed workforce numbered 11,358 as of March 2026, while local unemployment sits 0.9% beneath the Greater Melbourne figure of 4.8%, accompanied by a participation rate of 74.6% against the metropolitan benchmark of 70.1%. Working from home was reported by 44.0% of local workers in the Census, though pandemic restrictions during that period influenced these patterns.
Resident employment centers predominantly on professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The local talent pool exhibits notable specialization in professional & technical fields, capturing a concentration 1.4 times greater than the metropolitan standard. Conversely, manufacturing roles engage merely 4.3% of the resident workforce, trailing Greater Melbourne's 7.2%. A comparison between local resident worker numbers and area-based employment indicates that a large share of the labor force commutes to external job hubs. Synthesized ABS and SALM figures indicate that local employment expanded by 4.3% over the past 12-month period, while the labor pool grew by 3.8%, resulting in a 0.5 percentage points drop in unemployment. In comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded a 2.1% increase in employment, 2.3% labor force growth, and a 0.2 percentage points rise in joblessness. Industry forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 project national job growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Weighting these sectoral projections against the local industry footprint suggests employment within the area could expand by 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, assuming baseline distribution without localized demographic adjustments.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Moonee Ponds is $2,111 a week (about $110,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,113 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $66,481 a year against an average of $92,840. 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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ATO taxation data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 records a median individual taxpayer income of $66,481 and an average of $92,840, outperforming Greater Melbourne benchmarks of $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average). Accounting for a 9.62% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach $72,876 for median earnings and $101,771 for average earnings as of March 2026. Across personal, family, and household categories, 2021 Census results place local earnings between the 73rd and 86th percentiles nationally. Middle-tier earners taking home $1,500 - 2,999 weekly account for 30.7% of residents (5,515 individuals), tracking closely with the regional proportion of 32.8%.
High-income earners making over $3,000 per week constitute 33.1% of the community, sustaining elevated purchasing power. Housing expenditures absorb 14.5% of gross earnings, while disposable income levels achieve the 75th percentile and the overall SEIFA economic index places the area in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Moonee Ponds had 6,862 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 45% detached houses and 39% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 40% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 18.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census records indicate that local residential stock consists of 44.7% detached houses alongside 55.2% attached or multi-unit dwellings, contrasting with Greater Melbourne where houses represent 67.9% and attached dwellings account for 32.1%. Outright home ownership matches metropolitan levels at 30.8%, while mortgaged properties represent 29.8% and rental accommodation comprises 39.5%. Typical monthly mortgage payments average $2,167 compared to $2,000 across Greater Melbourne, while median weekly rent stands at $400 versus the regional standard of $390. Across the broader national market, local mortgage commitments surpass the Australian average of $1,863 and rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Moonee Ponds counted 6,862 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,599 today, averaging 2.2 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 34% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute 60.2% of all private residences, comprising couples with children at 25.7%, childless couples at 26.2%, and single-parent households at 6.7%. Lone person dwellings represent 34.4% of homes and group living arrangements make up 5.4%, bringing the total non-family household share to 39.8%. The average household accommodates 2.2 people, tracking below the Greater Melbourne median of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
48.8% of adults in Moonee Ponds hold a university qualification, including 30.1% with a bachelor degree and 13.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 92% of areas nationally. A further 11.7% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,131 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,137 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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Academic credentials across the local community substantially exceed broader averages, with tertiary degrees held by 48.8% of individuals aged 15+, outstripping the Victorian figure of 33.4% and the Australian benchmark of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees comprise 30.1% of qualifications, complemented by postgraduate awards at 13.0% and graduate diplomas at 5.7%. Vocational education accounts for 22.0% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, split between certificate programs (11.7%) and advanced diplomas (10.3%). A significant 26.6% of local residents are actively engaged in formal study. Tertiary education accounts for 8.1% of residents, while primary schooling captures 6.9% and secondary education enrolls 5.9%.
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Public transport in Moonee Ponds reaches 84 stops on 18 routes, timetabled for about 14,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.9 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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The local transit network features 84 active bus and lightrail stops across the area, accommodated by 18 distinct transit routes that generate 14,826 weekly passenger trips. Public transit access is exceptionally convenient, with an average distance of 166 meters from households to the nearest boarding point. Outward commuting patterns prevail, with private vehicles accounting for 66% of journeys to work, trains capturing 15%, and walking representing 6%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.9 per dwelling, sitting below regional standards. Working from home was recorded by 44.0% of the workforce in the 2021 Census under prevailing pandemic circumstances.
Transit service across all operating routes delivers an average of 2,118 trips daily, providing approximately 176 weekly departures for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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71.3% of residents in Moonee Ponds report no long-term health condition. 5.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 63.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 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 evaluated by AreaSearch show favorable overall mortality and morbidity rates, characterized by low chronic illness prevalence among the general community alongside elevated rates among older demographics. Private medical insurance coverage is exceptionally high, encompassing roughly 63% of the resident population (11,389 people), compared to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne and a national benchmark of 55.7%. Mental health conditions (8.9%) and asthma (7.4%) represent the primary diagnosed medical conditions locally, while 71.3% of the population reported no long-term medical issues, slightly trailing the Greater Melbourne mark of 72.6%. General health outcomes remain above average for residents aged under 65.
The community includes 3,126 people aged 65 and over, representing 17.4% of the population compared to 15.1% across Greater Melbourne, with senior cohorts experiencing increased health challenges relative to younger local demographics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
29.1% of Moonee Ponds residents were born overseas and 25.3% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (20.0%) and Australian (17.6%). 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 area sits above typical domestic benchmarks, with 29.1% of residents born overseas and 25.3% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity represents the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 51.9% of the population. Notably, Jewish residents comprise 0.2% of the local population compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Parental heritage records show English ancestry leading at 20.0%, followed by Australian at 17.6% and Italian at 12.1%, with the Italian community notably exceeding the regional standard of 5.2%. Additional ethnic representation includes Greek background at 3.7% (against 2.7% regionally), Maltese ancestry at 1.7% (compared to 1.1% regionally), and Croatian heritage at 1.1% (versus 0.7% across Greater Melbourne).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Moonee Ponds is 38. 31.1% 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 skews toward working-age cohorts, with adults aged 25 - 44 representing 35.7% of residents as at August 2026 compared to 32.1% across Greater Melbourne, while residents aged 0 - 24 comprise 23.5% versus 30.5% regionally. The estimated median age stands at 38 as at August 2026, matching the 2021 Census result and sitting 1 year older than the metropolitan median of 37 recorded at that Census. The proportion of residents aged 65+ has increased from 15.6% at the Census to an estimated 17.4%, and this demographic is projected to experience the strongest growth toward 2041, increasing by 1,749 (56%) to reach 4,875.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Moonee Ponds
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, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months ago all 8 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 778 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (16,224 at the 2021 Census → 17,967 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 (SAL21742). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.