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Noble Park has an estimated 34,570 residents, up from 32,257 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,313 people, or 7.2%. 319 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 89.0% of that increase. That puts 4,034 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 the analysis of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region alongside newly validated address records from AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Noble Park has a projected residency of approximately 34,570 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 2,313 residents (7.2%) compared to the 2021 Census, which registered a count of 32,257 people. This shift is calculated from a resident base of 34,384, computed by AreaSearch utilizing the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with an additional 319 validated new addresses registered after the Census date.
With this population level, the locality reaches a density of 4,033 persons per square kilometer, placing it within the top 10% of all Australian regions analyzed by AreaSearch, highlighting local land as a highly sought-after asset. The 7.2% growth rate in the suburb of Noble Park since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region (7.0%), positioning it as a regional growth leader. This population growth was predominantly driven by international migration, which accounted for roughly 89.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. For SA2 areas lacking this data, projections are derived from the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA releases, adjusted using a weighted aggregation method of population growth from LGA down to SA2 scales. Cohort-specific growth rates from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for the period 2032 to 2041. Assessing future demographic shifts, statistical areas analyzed by AreaSearch are projected to experience above-median growth, with the suburb of Noble Park expected to increase by 4,925 residents by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level modeling, translating to an overall growth rate of 13.7% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
650 new dwellings have been approved in Noble Park over the past five years, an average of 130 a year. That places the area in the 61st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 134 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 25% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 91, 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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An analysis of ABS building approvals by AreaSearch, distributed from statistical area statistics, indicates that Noble Park averages about 130 approved new residential builds annually, totaling an estimated 650 residential approvals over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, with an additional 84 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. Because there is an average of only 0.9 new residents per year for every completed dwelling over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, construction levels are meeting or exceeding demand, which increases options for buyers and supports potential population growth beyond current projections, while new homes average an estimated value of $398,000.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $36.6 million have been documented this financial year, pointing to active investment in the local business sector. When measured against Greater Melbourne, development activity per capita in Noble Park is comparable, suggesting a stable market aligned with regional benchmarks. Newly built properties consist of 25.0% separate houses and 75.0% medium-to-high density formats like townhouses or apartments. This pivot toward higher-density housing offers affordable pathways for first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors. This represents a marked departure from the existing housing stock (which stands at 65.0% houses), reflecting a scarcity of development sites and adapting to changing preferences and affordability challenges. Averaging around 247 people for every approved dwelling, Noble Park is showing signs of a transitioning real estate market. Long-term forecasts suggest that the suburb of Noble Park will add 4,739 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Construction volume is matching these growth forecasts, though prospective buyers may face increased competition as the population expands.
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Development applications around Noble Park
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 12 current infrastructure and development projects inside Noble Park, worth an estimated $4.59 billion. A further 66 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $15.2 billion. 21 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning choices represent some of the most significant influences on regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked 18 major projects expected to affect the local area. Notable developments include Douglas Apartments, Noble Park Revitalisation, The Woodlands Keysborough, and the Noble Park Station and Level Crossing Removal, with details provided below for the most significant undertakings.
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Douglas Apartments
A five-storey residential development in Noble Park comprising 97 social housing apartments and 6 ground floor retail tenancies. Delivered in partnership between Cedar Woods Properties, HousingFirst, and the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments, the project will provide 100 percent community housing. Designed by DKO Architecture and constructed by Balmain & Co, it is located adjacent to the Noble Park Railway Station.
Noble Park Revitalisation
$4 million investment from Victorian Government through Office of Suburban Development. Comprehensive suburb revitalisation including streetscape upgrades along Douglas Street and Ian Street, new all-abilities playground, improved pedestrian crossings, enhanced lighting and landscaping, community space improvements, new pocket parks, community centre upgrades, pedestrian improvements, youth employment programs, and trader support initiatives to enhance Noble Park's village character.
EastLink Freeway Noble Park Section
39km tollway connecting the Eastern and Mornington Peninsula Freeways, featuring innovative design with the railway line running in the freeway median through Noble Park. Operated by ConnectEast, owned by Horizon Roads consortium. The freeway serves approximately 250,000 vehicles daily and includes two 1.6km tunnels protecting the Mullum Mullum valley.
The Woodlands Keysborough
Premium development of 42 exclusive double-storey, 3 and 4 bedroom homes by Aultun Group in partnership with Carlisle Homes. Former Keysborough Park Primary School site converted to residential development. Homes back onto peaceful parkside sanctuary with prices ranging from $949,000 to $1,465,000. Master-planned residential community featuring townhouses with sustainable design principles and community facilities.
Noble Park Station and Level Crossing Removal
Elevated rail and new premium Noble Park station completed as part of Caulfield to Dandenong Level Crossing Removal Project. Removed three level crossings at Corrigan, Heatherton and Chandler roads, creating 22.5 hectares of new parkland and open space.
Noble Park Aquatic Centre Redevelopment
Complete redevelopment of the aquatic centre featuring Melbournes largest water slide, modern pool facilities, upgraded change rooms, accessibility improvements and enhanced family amenities.
Ross Reserve Sports Facility Upgrade
Comprehensive upgrade of Ross Reserve including new sports pavilion, synthetic soccer pitch, athletics track resurfacing to World Athletics Class 2 standard, improved lighting, and enhanced facilities for multiple sporting codes such as soccer, athletics, and football.
Roselle Townhomes
Roselle is a boutique residential community of 60 architect-designed two-storey townhomes by SOHO Living in Springvale South. The development offers 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes with contemporary open-plan layouts, landscaped streetscapes and premium finishes. Construction is underway with homes actively selling and completion targeted for late 2026.
17,332 residents of Noble Park are employed, from a labour force of 18,645. Unemployment sits at 7.0%, with participation at 63.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 27,341, about 79% 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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Noble Park boasts a highly skilled labor pool, with manufacturing and industrial fields playing a major role, an unemployment rate of 7.0%, and an estimated employment growth of 3.8% over the previous year, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 17,332 residents are employed, and the unemployment rate stands at 2.3% higher than Greater Melbourne's 4.8%, while workforce participation remains notably lower at 63.5% compared to Greater Melbourne's 70.2%. Census data indicates that a moderate 14.5% of residents worked from home, although the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be taken into account.
The primary sectors employing local residents are manufacturing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The local workforce has a particularly high concentration in manufacturing, with representation levels reaching 2.3 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for only 5.7% of local workers compared to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that this mainly residential suburb offers limited local job opportunities. Based on AreaSearch research into SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional data, the 12-month period recorded a 3.8% increase in employment alongside a 4.3% expansion in the labor force, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Melbourne registered job growth of 2.1% and labor force growth of 2.3%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future demand trends within Noble Park. These projections, spanning five and ten-year periods, are modeled against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these industry-specific trends to the local employment structure suggests employment for Noble Park residents could rise by 5.7% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, assuming a simple weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that excludes local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Noble Park is $1,382 a week (about $72,000 a year), with median personal income at $628 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,205 a year against an average of $50,103. 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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Based on AreaSearch analysis of postcode-level ATO statistics released for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Noble Park recorded a median income of $45,205 and an average income of $50,103. These figures sit below the national average and compare to Greater Melbourne medians and averages of $57,688 and $75,164. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be approximately $49,554 for the median and $54,923 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Noble Park fell between the 15th and 27th percentiles nationally.
The dominant cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, comprising 33.1% of residents (11,442 people), which closely mirrors the metropolitan rate of 32.8%. Affordability challenges are pronounced, with residents retaining only 81.3% of their income after housing costs, ranking at the 23rd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Noble Park had 11,073 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 65% detached houses and 19% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $341 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,647 a month. Rent absorbs 24.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Noble Park consisted of 65.1% separate houses and 34.9% multi-unit dwellings such as townhouses, flats, and other configurations, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative dwellings across Greater Melbourne. Home ownership rates in Noble Park were slightly below the metropolitan average at 27.9%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (30.5%) or tenants renting (41.7%). The median monthly home loan repayment was recorded at $1,647, which is notably lower than the Melbourne metro average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent stood at $341 compared to the metropolitan median of $390.
On a national level, Noble Park residents pay mortgage costs well below the Australian median of $1,863, and rent costs that are less than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Noble Park counted 11,073 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 11,867 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 21% couples without children. 26% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the primary household structure at 68.2% of the total, which includes 30.9% couples with children, 21.2% couples without children, and 14.0% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 31.8%, consisting of lone person households at 26.4% and group shared housing at 5.3%. The median household occupancy is 2.7 people, which is slightly larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
26.2% of adults in Noble Park hold a university qualification, including 17.3% with a bachelor degree and 7.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 15.5% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 2,993 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 961 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 present developmental challenges for the locality, with university degree holders making up 26.2% of the population, considerably lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This gap highlights both an area of need and a focus point for future educational programs. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications are the most common at 17.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.3% and graduate diplomas at 1.6%. Technical and vocational credentials are well represented, with 26.3% of residents aged 15 and over holding a qualification, comprising advanced diplomas at 10.8% and certificate level credentials at 15.5%.
Enrolment rates are particularly strong, with 29.7% of the local population currently engaged in some form of structured learning. This group includes 7.8% attending primary school, 6.5% enrolled in high school, and 6.3% undertaking tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Noble Park reaches 87 stops on 17 routes, timetabled for about 3,500 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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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An assessment of public transport shows 87 active transit stops operating in Noble Park, consisting of various bus options. These stops are served by 17 different routes, providing a combined total of 3,531 passenger trips per week. Transit access is classified as good, with residents living an average of 242 meters from their nearest stop. Because it is primarily a residential area, the majority of commuters travel outside the suburb, with private cars being the primary mode of transport at 82%, followed by train travel at 11%. The average number of motor vehicles is 1.2 per household.
Additionally, 14.5% of workers worked from home, based on 2021 Census data that may reflect pandemic conditions. Transit services average 504 trips daily across the network, which translates to roughly 40 passenger trips per week for each transit stop.
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75.3% of residents in Noble Park report no long-term health condition. 7.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.5 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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Public health metrics reveal positive outcomes for the population of Noble Park, with AreaSearch research into mortality rates and medical diagnoses indicating results that align closely with national averages. The incidence of common health issues is low among the general community, though it exceeds national rates within older, vulnerable demographics, and private healthcare enrollment is low, covering only 47% of the population (~16,158 people). This compares to coverage rates of 56.7% across Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues were the most frequently reported diagnoses in the locality, affecting 6.1% and 5.8% of the population, respectively.
Conversely, 75.3% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. The working-age cohort is particularly healthy, showing low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 16.4% of the population (5,669 people), which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. Health trends among seniors present some difficulties, though they rank better nationally than the broader local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
63.9% of Noble Park residents were born overseas and 68.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 97% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Vietnamese (11.5%) and English (10.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Noble Park ranks as one of the most multicultural communities in the nation, with 68.8% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 63.9% born in another country. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 34.7% of the local population. However, the most pronounced religious concentration is in Buddhism, which accounts for 19.7% of residents, a rate far higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.2%. Regarding family heritage based on parents' birthplace, the primary ancestries identified in Noble Park are Other at 33.8% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional level of 14.6%, Vietnamese at 11.5%, which is significantly higher than the metropolitan rate of 1.9%, and English at 10.4%, which sits below the regional average of 20.1%.
There are also distinct concentrations of other ancestral backgrounds: Sri Lankan heritage represents 1.9% of Noble Park (compared to 0.8% across the region), Serbian ancestry is at 0.9% (compared to 0.4%), and Hungarian ancestry stands at 0.4% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Noble Park is 35, younger than 76% of areas nationally. 33.5% 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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The median age of 35 years in the suburb of Noble Park is slightly below Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and also lower than the national figure of 38 years. The 25 - 34 demographic has a strong presence at 20.3% compared to Greater Melbourne, whereas the 5 - 14 group is less represented at 9.5%. The proportion of residents aged 25 - 34 is notably higher than the national rate of 14.6%. Since 2021, the 65 to 74 cohort has increased from 8.0% to 8.8% of the population, while the 0 to 4 group has dropped from 6.4% to 5.5%.
Demographic projections for 2041 point to significant changes in Noble Park's age profile. The 75 to 84 age bracket is expected to grow substantially, increasing by 1,080 residents (58%) from 1,866 to 2,947. Furthermore, cohorts aged 65 and over will account for 54% of the overall population growth, reflecting an aging trend, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 demographics are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Noble Park
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 |
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| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 12 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 — 319 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (32,257 at the 2021 Census → 34,570 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 (SAL21952). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.