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Nathalia has an estimated 1,937 residents, down from 1,982 at the 2021 Census — a change of 45 people, or 2.3%. Density is about 10 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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Based on evaluations of ABS demographic updates for the wider region, alongside updated addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, Nathalia's resident count is projected to be approximately 1,937 as of May 2026. This represents a reduction of 45 residents (2.3%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 1,982 individuals. The shift is calculated from the local population of 1,936, calculated by AreaSearch using the most recent ERP release from the ABS (June 2025) plus an extra 33 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density of 10.2 persons per square kilometer, which indicates a setting with generous personal space.
Overall population growth was chiefly driven by overseas migration, which made up approximately 66.0% of total demographic gains in recent times. AreaSearch relies on demographic projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2 region, which were published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch utilizes the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted using a weighted aggregation method of population growth from LGA to SA2 scale. Age group growth rates from these aggregations are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these projected demographic transitions, a major population expansion is expected within the top quartile of non-metropolitan regions across the country, with the locality projected to grow by 662 persons by 2041 using aggregated SA2 projections, showing a total growth of 34.1% over the 16 years.
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48 new dwellings have been approved in Nathalia over the past five years, an average of 9 a year. That is 4.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 7, 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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According to AreaSearch's study of ABS building approvals assigned from statistical areas, Nathalia averages approximately 9 approved dwellings each year, amounting to a total of 48 homes during the previous 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 7 approvals have been logged. Because the population has decreased recently, the new housing supply has likely matched local demand, offering solid options to prospective buyers, with new residences constructed at an average cost of $442,000, showing that developers are focusing on higher-end builds in the premium market. Furthermore, commercial approvals worth $1.7 million have been registered during this financial year, which highlights a primary emphasis on residential development.
Relative to the Rest of Vic., Nathalia experiences approximately 57% of the building volume on a per-capita basis, placing it in the 78th percentile of all assessed areas in the country, even though local building has recently intensified. Recent residential construction consists of 67.0% detached houses and 33.0% attached homes, with a rising proportion of townhouses and units providing variety across various price brackets, from standard family residences to cheaper compact choices. This represents a distinct departure from the local established housing stock (which is currently 92.0% houses), indicating a shrinking pool of buildable land while mirroring modern lifestyle shifts and the demand for more varied, economical housing. Averaging about 150 people for each approved dwelling, Nathalia displays the typical features of a low-density area. Demographic predictions show Nathalia is on track to add 661 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). Should current development paces persist, the supply of housing might fall short of population gains, which could elevate competition among buyers and underpin faster price appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Nathalia
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 69 current infrastructure and development projects close to Nathalia, worth an estimated $5.63 billion. 22 are already under construction and 22 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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 performance as directly as changes in infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning initiatives. In total, no projects have been identified by AreaSearch as likely to affect this locality. Major projects include Shepparton Line Upgrade, Edward River Growth Strategy 2050, Regional Housing Fund, and North East Rail Line Upgrade, with the details below showing the most relevant items.
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Shepparton Bypass Stage 1
Planning has been undertaken for Shepparton Bypass Stage 1, a future road link from the Midland Highway in Mooroopna to the Goulburn Valley Highway in Shepparton North, including a second Goulburn River crossing between Shepparton and Mooroopna. The Big Build project page remains marked Planning and states the 2020 business case was provided to the Commonwealth. A Victorian Government Gazette notice in October 2025 varied the designated project area for the Shepparton Corridor Upgrade, helping protect land for the corridor.Greater Shepparton continues to advocate for road network resilience works after the loss of previous Commonwealth bypass funding.
Shepparton North Sub-Regional Activity Centre Structure Plan
Council-led structure plan and planning scheme amendment for the Shepparton North Activity Centre. The plan guides long-term redevelopment of land on both sides of Numurkah Road / Goulburn Valley Highway into an integrated sub-regional activity centre with two retail nodes, new commercial and mixed-use opportunities, improved pedestrian and vehicle connections, open space and parking. Council adopted the structure plan in March 2023 and adopted Amendment C245gshe in April 2024, but the amendment remains subject to Ministerial approval and related High Court proceedings as at May 2026.
The North Quarter Estate
Premium master-planned residential estate developed by URBAN Land Projects on a former orchard site in northern Shepparton. The estate spans multiple stages delivering generous lots (from approximately 348m2 to over 800m2), with Stage 1 (73 lots) and Stages 2, 3A and 4 now progressed. Stage 4 is actively selling with most lots sold. Key features include signalised estate entry off Verney Road, public open space, playground, wetlands, walking and cycling paths, and a Tesla Powerwall sustainability offer for purchasers.Located minutes from GV Health, Grahamvale Primary School, Shepparton Sports City precinct and the CBD.
The North Quarter Residential Estate
Premium residential land estate in North Shepparton developed by URBAN Land Projects with generous lot sizes (495m2 to 1200m2), extensive open spaces and close proximity to city centre, GV Health, schools and sporting precincts. Features Tesla Powerwall solar energy systems, community parklands, shared paths and wetlands. Stage 1 contains 73 residential lots with multiple stages planned. Master-planned community with strong connectivity to Shepparton city centre, GV Health, and sporting precincts.
Goulburn Valley Highway and Hawkins Street Intersection Upgrade
Signalised intersection upgrade at Goulburn Valley Highway and Hawkins Street including new traffic signals, dedicated turning lanes, road widening, pavement upgrades, improved pedestrian crossings, cycling access and safer U-turn movements. Design work is underway following funding commitments, with construction currently expected to commence in early 2027.
Yahna Gurtji Shared Path Extension
Extension of the Yahna Gurtji shared path to improve pedestrian and cycling connectivity in Shepparton.
GV Health Staff Accommodation Development
Construction of a new three-storey staff accommodation building at GV Health's Graham Street campus in Shepparton, featuring 18 self-contained units comprising 15 single-room flats and 3 double flats, with secure direct access to the hospital for staff on-call after hours. The energy efficient development includes solar power, heat pump hot water systems, LED lighting, double glazed windows, recycled glass and sustainably sourced timber. Funded through a $10.2 million grant under the Victorian Government's Regional Health Infrastructure Fund and delivered by the Victorian Health Building Authority in partnership with GV Health and builder Hansen Yuncken, the project aims to attract and retain healthcare professionals in the Goulburn Valley region.It is being delivered alongside a separate, adjoining 15-apartment (18-bedroom) development funded under the Regional Worker Accommodation Fund, bringing the combined total to 33 new apartments on the site.
Goulburn Valley Health - Shepparton Hospital Redevelopment
Major $229.3 million redevelopment of Shepparton Hospital featuring expanded emergency department with 44 treatment points, five-storey inpatient unit with 64 beds and 10 ICU beds, four operating theatres, 12-bed maternity unit, 10-cot special care nursery, 12-bed paediatric ward, 16-bed dialysis unit, imaging facilities including CT scan and X-ray rooms, new kitchen, and morgue. The project has doubled emergency department capacity and created an integrated women and children's precinct.
873 residents of Nathalia are employed, from a labour force of 909. Unemployment sits at 4.0%, with participation at 55.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 1,685, about 87% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Nathalia has a diverse labor force spanning blue-collar and white-collar roles, with a strong presence in industrial and manufacturing fields, an unemployment rate of only 4.0%, and an annual employment growth rate of 0.9%, based on AreaSearch's compilation of local statistical area data. In March 2026873 local citizens were employed, with the unemployment rate sitting 0.3% higher than the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%, and workforce participation trailing considerably at 55.9% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic. Census data reveals that a modest 12.9% of employed residents worked from home, though the influence of COVID-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, agriculture, forestry & fishing, and manufacturing. The region shows a highly pronounced concentration in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with employment levels matching 1.9 times the regional average. Conversely, public administration & safety is underrepresented, employing only 2.3% of Nathalia's workforce relative to 6.5% across Regional Vic. The community appears to present a modest volume of local jobs, as shown by the comparison of Census workers to resident workers. Based on AreaSearch's investigation of SALM and ABS data compiled from wider statistical zones, over the 12-month period leading to March 2026, employment grew by 0.9% while the labor force expanded by 2.4%, which caused unemployment to rise by 1.4 percentage points. In comparison, Regional Vic. saw employment contract by 0.1% and the labor force shrink by 0.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point decline. National employment forecasts from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context on prospective local demand patterns within Nathalia. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local industry breakdown to estimate future growth. Although national employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto Nathalia's sector profile suggests local jobs will rise by 5.5% over five years and 12.2% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Nathalia is $1,169 a week (about $61,000 a year), with median personal income at $628 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $44,507 a year against an average of $50,940. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The most recent postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 shows that incomes in the suburb of Nathalia are below the national average, with a median of $44,507 and an average of $50,940. This is lower than the figures for Regional Vic., where the median income is $50,954 and the average is $62,728. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $48,789 (median) and $55,840 (average) as of March 2026. Based on the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal earnings in Nathalia all place between the 11th and 15th percentiles nationally.
The income profile indicates that 27.3% of the population (528 people) earn within the $400 - 799 bracket, contrasting with the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 category is most common at 30.3%. Even though housing outlays are modest, leaving 89.8% of income retained, overall disposable income sits at only the 17th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Nathalia had 812 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 0% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 19% rented and 49% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $194 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,100 a month. Rent absorbs 16.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing types in Nathalia, as measured at the most recent Census, was comprised of 92.2% standalone houses and 7.8% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other structures in Regional Vic. At the same time, the rate of home ownership in Nathalia was notably higher than the Regional Vic. average at 48.6%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (32.2%) or occupied by tenants (19.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly lower than the Regional Vic.
average at $1,100, while the median weekly rental cost was $194, compared to $1,430 and $285 for Regional Vic. On a national level, Nathalia's mortgage costs are far below the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are likewise well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Nathalia counted 812 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 79% of areas nationally, against 26% couples without children. 36% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 60.3%, consisting of 22.4% couples with children, 25.7% couples without children, and 10.8% single parents. Non-family households account for the remaining 39.7%, with single-person households at 36.1% and group living situations representing 2.7% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.3 individuals is slightly lower than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
14.5% of adults in Nathalia hold a university qualification, including 10.6% with a bachelor degree and 1.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.5% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 966 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 975 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 area faces challenges in educational attainment, with university graduation rates (14.5%) sitting substantially below the VIC average of 33.4%. This represents both a difficulty and an opening for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common credential at 10.6%, followed by graduate diplomas (2.1%) and postgraduate degrees (1.8%). Technical and trade skills are highly represented, with 39.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.5%) and certificates (29.5%). Educational enrollment is quite high, with 26.0% of local residents actively participating in formal study. This consists of 9.2% in primary schools, 9.1% in secondary schools, and 1.6% in higher education programs.
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Getting around Nathalia means driving: households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport data shows 2 active transit stops in Nathalia. These stops are served by 1 routes, which combine to offer 10 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is rated as moderate, with residents living an average of 586 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is mostly residential, the majority of commuters travel out of the area; private cars remain the main mode at 87%, followed by 9% walking and 3% cycling. Dwelling vehicle ownership averages 1.6 cars per home. A relatively small share of 12.9% of residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions).
Service frequency averages 1 runs per day across the network, translating to roughly 5 weekly services for each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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56.3% of residents in Nathalia report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 89% of areas nationally. 8.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health statistics show notable challenges in Nathalia, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with common conditions observed in both younger and older cohorts, and private health coverage levels being very low at roughly 47% of the population (~911 people). This is lower than the 50.5% recorded across Regional Vic. and the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded in the region were arthritis and asthma, affecting 13.1 and 9.9% of the population, respectively, while 56.3% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic.
The working-age population faces clear health difficulties, marked by elevated rates of chronic illness. The area has 28.1% of its population aged 65 and over (544 people), which exceeds the 23.9% share in Regional Vic. Health profiles for senior residents present some challenges, with national rankings aligning closely with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Nathalia is largely Australian-born, at 93.1% of residents, with 1.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (33.7%) and English (33.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Nathalia is below the average level of cultural diversity, with citizens making up 91.5% of the population, 93.1% born in Australia, and 98.1% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, accounting for 55.4% of residents. This compares to 47.3% across Regional Vic. Looking at ancestral backgrounds (parents' country of birth), the three most common heritages in Nathalia are Australian at 33.7%, English at 33.6%, and Irish at 11.1%. There are also notable differences in the representation of other backgrounds: Scottish is overrepresented at 8.6% of Nathalia (compared to 8.8% in the region), Dutch at 1.3% (compared to 1.7%), and Australian Aboriginal at 2.6% (compared to 1.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Nathalia is 47, older than 85% of areas nationally. 22.5% 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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At 47 years, the median age in Nathalia is much higher than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and significantly exceeds the national median of 38 years. Looking at age brackets, residents aged 65 - 74 are especially common (14.7%), whereas the 45 - 54 bracket is relatively small (8.4%) compared to Regional Vic. The concentration of 65 - 74 year-olds is far higher than the national share of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 bracket has increased from 8.0% to 9.4% of the population, and the 35 to 44 age bracket grew from 9.7% to 10.8%.
In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 11.2% to 8.4% and the 55 to 64 group declined from 15.4% to 14.2%. By 2041, Nathalia is expected to undergo major shifts in its age structure. Leading these shifts, the 35 to 44 age bracket will expand by 60% (125 people), growing from 209 to 335. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 group is projected to decline by a tiny margin of 3 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Nathalia
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 33 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (1,982 at the 2021 Census → 1,937 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 (SAL21898). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.