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Mulgrave (Vic.) has an estimated 21,251 residents, up from 19,889 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,362 people, or 6.8%. 247 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 91.0% of that increase. That puts 1,981 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 investigations of demographic releases from the ABS for the surrounding region, alongside verification of fresh addresses conducted by AreaSearch subsequent to the Census, the suburb of Mulgrave (Vic.) is estimated to have a population of approximately 21,251 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,362 people (6.8%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered 19,889 residents. The variation is calculated from a local population of 21,072, calculated by AreaSearch based on the latest ABS ERP figures from June 2025 coupled with 247 validated new addresses registered after the Census.
This population level translates to a density of 1,980 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical density found across standard national locations tracked by AreaSearch. The 6.8% increase in the suburb of Mulgrave (Vic.) post-census is within 2.5 percentage points of the broader state rate (9.3%), indicating solid underlying growth dynamics. Growth in the suburb of Mulgrave (Vic.) was largely fueled by net migration from abroad, which accounted for roughly 91.0% of the total demographic expansion over recent times. AreaSearch implements demographic projections created by Geoscience Australia and the ABS for individual SA2 sectors, which were published in 2022 with 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch uses Victorian state government projections from 2023, modifying them via a weighted accumulation of demographic increases from the LGA scale down to the SA2 level. Growth dynamics for different age segments derived from these aggregations are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Evaluating future population estimates, the suburb of Mulgrave (Vic.) is set to experience an expansion rate that is higher than the national median, with expectations to gain 4,428 residents by 2041 using combined SA2 projections, representing a total rise of 20.0% over the 16-year timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
644 new dwellings have been approved in Mulgrave (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 128 a year. That places the area in the 69th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 126 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 36% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 101, 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 calculations of building permit statistics released by the ABS and mapped from local area listings, Mulgrave has maintained an average of approximately 128 new residential permits annually, with a total of 644 residential units approved during the previous 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and an additional 93 during the current FY-26. Given that only a fraction of a person (specifically 0.6 people) moved to the locality annually for each residential unit constructed over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), the volume of new supply is keeping pace with or outstripping demand, providing prospective purchasers with greater choice and supporting population expansion that may outpace current models, while these new residences carry an average building cost of $662,000, suggesting that builders are focusing on the higher-end, premium category of the market.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $187.2 million during the current financial year, showing strong commercial investment activity. When measured against Greater Melbourne, development activity in Mulgrave is moderately higher, running at 19.0% above the regional per-capita baseline over the 5-year timeframe, which helps preserve buyer choices while sustaining local property valuations. Recent permits consist of 36.0% stand-alone houses and 64.0% semi-detached, medium, or high-density dwellings. This emphasis on medium and high-density options provides more accessible pricing tiers and fits the requirements of downsizers, real estate investors, and those entering the market for the first time. This represents a clear shift away from the traditional layout of the area (which currently has 83.0% houses), reflecting a scarcity of vacant land and adapting to changing buyer lifestyles and affordability pressures. Recording approximately 144 people for every building permit, Mulgrave shows the characteristics of an expanding locality. Demographic projections indicate that Mulgrave is set to add 4,249 new residents through to 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimates compiled by AreaSearch. Home construction is keeping a reasonable pace with this projected population influx, though buyers could encounter stiffer competition as the population increases.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Mulgrave (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Mulgrave (Vic.), worth an estimated $60 million. A further 92 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $82.5 billion. 24 are already under construction and 21 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 have as much impact on local property dynamics as updates to regional infrastructure, key projects, and planning changes. A total of 14 projects have been tracked by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include the HomeCo. Brandon Park Redevelopment, Collegium Avenue Townhouses, 855-869 Ferntree Gully Road Townhouses, and Nexus Corporate Park, with the detailed list highlighting the developments of greatest significance.
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Nexus Corporate Park
Victoria's largest business park by Salta Properties featuring multiple office buildings across 12 hectares. Latest 6-storey office building with 8,600 sqm of office space includes premium amenities: childcare, health/wellness programs, cafes, 1.4km running track, rooftop sports courts, and 24/7 gym facilities.
HomeCo. Brandon Park Redevelopment
A multi-stage transformation of the Brandon Park sub-regional shopping centre into a modern daily-needs retail and community hub. Stage One commenced June 2025 with relocation of Chemist Warehouse, new travelator connections and reconfigured specialty tenancies. Stage Two involves improved mall linkages between Coles and ALDI with upgraded entries and new specialty stores. Stage Three delivers a new full-line Woolworths and rooftop retail and dining precinct. The approved mixed-use component (TPA/52240) adds a 7-storey building including medical centre, retail, office space and 103 serviced apartments within the northern portion of the site on Brandon Park Drive.
Brandon Park Shopping Centre Redevelopment
Approved mixed-use redevelopment of the Brandon Park Shopping Centre. The project includes partial demolition and the construction of a 7-storey building featuring a medical centre, retail spaces, offices, and serviced apartments, alongside a 9-storey residential apartment building with 149 apartments.
Waverley Woods Estate
Exclusive residential development by Tre Towers featuring 27 meticulously designed homes with spacious interiors and private outdoor sanctuaries. Positioned on an elevated site next to the Tirhatuan Wetlands, accessed via Katoomba Drive.
Collegium Avenue Townhouses
Development of 37 townhouses with 2 to 4 bedrooms on the former Brandon Park Secondary College site. Project features 33 two-storey and 4 three-storey buildings arranged in two rows, with southern row set back 15m from Academy Avenue. All dwellings accessed via new crossover and shared driveway from Brandon Park Drive with 70 car spaces provided. Council approved the amended Development Plan on 23 June 2025.
855-869 Ferntree Gully Road Townhouses
Modern residential development featuring 65 meticulously designed townhouses across 2-3 storeys on a 1.665ha site. Located opposite Monash Gallery Reserve with views of the Dandenong Ranges, close to Wheelers Hill Shopping Centre and Caulfield Grammar School. The project includes 178 car parking spaces, 320 bicycle spaces, and comprehensive amenities designed by leading professionals including CHT Architects and Davidson Design Studio.
New Clayton Campus Student Accommodation
New student accommodation being developed in the North East Precinct of the Clayton campus, alongside College Walk and north of Jock Marshall Reserve. Designed by Jackson Clements Burrows, the hybrid cross-laminated timber project features a 252-bed hall to enhance the on-campus living experience and expand capacity for Monash University students. Construction commenced in February 2026.
1, 3 & 5 Kintore Street Mixed-Use Development
A ministerial planning permit approved mixed-use development featuring 104 modern dwellings across a 7-story building with ground floor retail spaces and basement parking, located within the Springvale Activity Centre to enhance residential and commercial options. The development site is currently under offer.
11,576 residents of Mulgrave (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 11,886. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 67.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 27,821, about 131% 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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Mulgrave is home to a highly qualified labor force, featuring a strong concentration of professional service workers, a jobless rate of only 2.6%, and an estimated job growth rate of 4.5% over the prior year, according to localized area statistics compiled by AreaSearch. As of March 2026, there are 11,576 employed local residents, and the unemployment rate is 2.2% lower than the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 4.8%, while the labor participation rate is slightly below average (67.5% in comparison to 70.2% across Greater Melbourne). Census figures indicate that a significant 30.3% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by pandemic-related lockdown measures.
The primary sectors employing local residents are healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and professional & technical services. The locality is characterized by a particularly high representation in manufacturing, which employs workers at 1.3 times the regional average rate. Conversely, building and construction is underrepresented, making up 8.4% of local employment compared to the regional average of 9.7%. With 1.2 jobs situated locally for every resident worker at the time of the Census, the locality serves as a net employment center, importing workers from neighboring areas. Based on AreaSearch calculations of SALM and ABS statistics gathered from regional geographic areas, the previous 12-month period saw employment rise by 4.5% alongside a labor force expansion of 4.4%, leaving the overall unemployment rate virtually unchanged. This differs from Greater Melbourne, where total employment increased by 2.1%, the overall workforce expanded by 2.3%, and the unemployment level ticked up by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future labor demand in Mulgrave. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local occupation distribution to estimate future growth trends. Nationally, total employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these growth trajectories vary widely by industry. Weighting these national sector trends against the local employment distribution suggests that employment among local residents should expand by 6.5% over five years and 13.5% over ten years (note that this is a direct mathematical projection for comparison and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Mulgrave (Vic.) is $1,913 a week (about $99,000 a year), with median personal income at $746 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,100 a year against an average of $66,919. 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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Taxpayer income levels in Mulgrave are roughly in line with the national average, according to localized ATO statistics aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median tax-return income in the area is $52,100, while the average taxpayer income is $66,919, which compares to Greater Melbourne statistics of $57,688 for the median and $75,164 for the average. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current equivalent values would be approximately $57,112 (median) and $73,357 (average) as of March 2026. According to the Census, household income sits at the 60th percentile ($1,913 per week), while individual income is placed at the 38th percentile.
Looking at income brackets, the largest segment includes 32.8% of the local population (6,970 people) who earn between $1,500 and $2,999, matching the wider metropolitan rate of 32.8% in the same bracket. After meeting housing costs, residents retain 84.9% of their income for other living expenses, and the area's SEIFA socio-economic ranking for income is in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mulgrave (Vic.) had 6,856 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 0% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $430 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 22.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential property types in Mulgrave, as recorded during the most recent Census, consisted of 83.2% free-standing houses and 16.9% alternative housing forms (such as townhouses, units, and apartments), compared to Melbourne metro averages of 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative types. The proportion of residents who own their homes outright or have paid them off was significantly higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average at 39.2%, while the remaining properties were either under a mortgage (37.9%) or rented (22.9%). The median monthly home loan payment was higher than the Melbourne metro average at $2,167, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $430, compared to metropolitan benchmarks of $2,000 and $390 respectively.
On a national level, mortgage commitments in Mulgrave are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and typical rent costs are also well above the countrywide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mulgrave (Vic.) counted 6,856 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,325 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 41% are couples with children, more than in 80% of areas nationally, against 26% couples without children. 18% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the vast majority of households at 78.9%, consisting of 40.5% couples with children, 25.9% couples without children, and 11.1% single-parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 21.1%, with single-person households representing 17.6% and share houses comprising 3.5% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.8 persons is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
36.4% of adults in Mulgrave (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 23.4% with a bachelor degree and 10.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 15.0% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 4,191 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,046 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment levels in Mulgrave are lower than the regional benchmarks, with 36.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 45.8% across the broader SA3 region. This difference indicates room for future academic and professional training gains. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 23.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (10.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational and technical training is widely represented, with 26.1% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, comprising advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificate-level credentials (15.0%). Enrollment rates in educational institutions are notably high, with 28.9% of the local population currently undertaking formal studies.
This total includes 9.3% attending primary schools, 7.3% in secondary schools, and 6.3% studying at tertiary institutions.
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Public transport in Mulgrave (Vic.) reaches 110 stops on 37 routes, timetabled for about 5,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 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 transit data shows that there are 110 active transit stops in operation within Mulgrave, which consist of a network of bus stops. These stops are serviced by 37 distinct routes, which combine to support 5,427 passenger journeys on a weekly basis. Transit access is classified as good, with local residents living an average of 201 meters away from their closest stop. Because the area is largely residential, the majority of workers travel outward for employment, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 88%, while 6% commute via train.
Households own an average of 1.6 vehicles, which is higher than the wider regional average. A high 30.3% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may be reflective of pandemic conditions. Transit service frequency averages 775 daily runs across all active routes, which translates to roughly 49 weekly runs per individual stop. The corresponding map displays the 100 closest stops relative to the center of the locality.
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74.3% of residents in Mulgrave (Vic.) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 76% of areas nationally. 6.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.3% 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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An evaluation of health indicators shows positive outcomes throughout Mulgrave, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and chronic illness prevalence, showing low rates of common illnesses across all age cohorts, while the proportion of the population with private health insurance is slightly higher than the average SA2 region at roughly 53% of the population (~11,324 people). This compares to a rate of 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. The most prevalent health issues reported among local residents were arthritis and asthma, affecting 6.5 and 6.3% of the population respectively, whereas 74.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
The working-age cohort exhibits favorable health profiles with low rates of long-term medical conditions. Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.1% of the population (4,058 people), which is higher than the 15.0% share seen across Greater Melbourne. Health statistics for these older residents are solid, with national indicators generally matching the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
48.0% of Mulgrave (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 53.2% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 90% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (14.2%) and Australian (12.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Mulgrave exhibits a high degree of cultural variety, with 48.0% of its residents born outside of Australia and 53.2% using a language other than English when at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 52.4% of the local population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Buddhism, which is practiced by 8.1% of residents, compared to 4.2% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding ancestral backgrounds (referring to the birth country of parents), the three most common groups in Mulgrave are Other at 16.8% of the population, Chinese at 14.2% (which is substantially higher than the regional average of 6.5%), and Australian at 12.7% (which is notably lower than the regional average of 18.4%).
Additionally, there are clear variations in the representation of other backgrounds: Greek ancestry is highly represented at 7.9% of Mulgrave (compared to 2.7% across the region), Sri Lankan at 2.6% (compared to 0.8% regionally), and Hungarian at 0.5% (compared to 0.3% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mulgrave (Vic.) is 40. 26.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 40, Mulgrave is slightly older than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and marginally older than the national median of 38 years. Compared to the Greater Melbourne baseline, the 75 - 84 age bracket is noticeably over-represented at 7.5% of the local population, while young adults aged 25 - 34 are under-represented at 13.4%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age segment has increased its share from 11.0% to 13.2% of the local population. In contrast, the 65 to 74 demographic has decreased from 9.9% to 8.7%.
Demographic projections indicate that Mulgrave's age distribution will transform by 2041. The 45 to 54 cohort is expected to grow significantly, increasing by 803 people (29%) from 2,783 to 3,587. Over the same timeframe, the 0 to 4 age group is projected to rise by a modest 6% (64 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mulgrave (Vic.)
8 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 8 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2025. | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 247 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (19,889 at the 2021 Census → 21,251 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 (SAL21827). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.