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North Melbourne has an estimated 18,415 residents, up from 14,953 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,462 people, or 23.2%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years, faster than 92% of areas nationally. 285 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 95.0% of that increase. That puts 7,803 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of broader ABS demographic releases alongside post-Census address validations, the suburb of North Melbourne records an estimated count of 18,415 residents as of Aug 2026. Comparing this to the 2021 Census tally of 14,953 people indicates an expansion of 3,462 people (23.2%). This progression builds upon an ERP-derived baseline of 18,362 identified from the ABS release in June 2025, combined with 285 validated new addresses identified since Census night. Reflecting a density of 7,803 persons per square kilometer, the locality ranks within the highest 10% across the nation in AreaSearch assessments, highlighting strong competition for local residential space.
Furthermore, the 23.2% expansion recorded since the 2021 census outpaces both the broader state benchmark of 9.5% and the national figure, establishing the suburb as a primary regional growth center. Inbound overseas migration formed the backbone of this demographic change, generating roughly 95.0% of recent population gains. Population projections produced by ABS/Geoscience Australia (issued in 2024 with a 2022 baseline) form the foundation of AreaSearch's forward estimates across SA2 units. For territories outside this coverage, AreaSearch incorporates 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections via a weighted aggregation methodology from LGA down to SA2 zones, applying cohort-specific growth rates for the years 2032 to 2041 across all sectors. Projections place the suburb of North Melbourne in the upper quartile nationally for long-term expansion, with an anticipated increase of 6,927 persons by 2041 under consolidated SA2 figures, representing an overall rise of 37.3% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,382 new dwellings have been approved in North Melbourne over the past five years, an average of 276 a year. That places the area in the 81st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 15 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 277 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 0% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Few approvals have been recorded in the most recent months, well below the longer-run average; the latest ABS periods are still being reported. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Analysis of ABS building approvals by AreaSearch shows that the local pipeline has delivered an average of approximately 276 residential approvals annually, totaling 1,382 homes across the preceding 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), with 4 recorded to date in FY-25. An average intake of 0.6 new residents per approved dwelling over the 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25) indicates that residential construction is comfortably matching or outpacing demand, expanding housing capacity and buyer opportunities beyond baseline projections. With new builds averaging an estimated construction value of $1,516,000, development activity is clearly skewed toward the higher-end, premium residential tier.
Additionally, commercial development demonstrates substantial vitality, supported by $295.0 million in commercial project approvals during this financial year. Per capita building rates in the area closely track the broader Greater Melbourne benchmark, preserving a balanced market equilibrium even as local construction has gained pace in recent periods. This level of activity tracks well above national averages, demonstrating elevated developer appetite for the precinct. High-density formats define recent construction entirely, with all approvals allocated to townhouses or apartments. Such medium-to-high density formats enhance accessible price points, catering directly to downsizers, first-home purchasers, and property investors. A ratio of roughly 55 people per approval underscores an evolving urban landscape. Longer-term demographic modeling projects an addition of 6,874 residents to the precinct by 2041, measured from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current construction volumes remain well aligned with expected resident inflows, supporting balanced property conditions and mitigating severe price pressures.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around North Melbourne
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 22 current infrastructure and development projects inside North Melbourne, worth an estimated $21.3 billion. A further 178 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $109.3 billion. 70 are already under construction and 71 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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Local economic momentum and property dynamics are heavily shaped by strategic planning initiatives and capital works. AreaSearch has pinpointed 60 active projects with significant potential to influence the surrounding precinct. Prominent developments include Errol Street Private Hospital, Abbotsford Street Social Housing, Younghusband Kensington, and Assemble 402-444 Macaulay Road Build-to-Rent, with key undertakings outlined below.
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Arden Precinct Urban Renewal
The Arden Precinct is a 45-hectare urban renewal project transforming industrial land into a high-density innovation and employment hub. Anchored by the Arden Metro Station, which commenced operations in early 2026, the precinct is designed to accommodate 34,000 jobs and 15,000 to 20,000 residents by 2051. Development Victoria is currently assessing final bids from two shortlisted consortia-Hamton Group/Hostplus and Lendlease/Assemble-to appoint a master developer for the 12-hectare Arden Central core. Notably, the originally planned Arden Hospital campus was cancelled in 2024 due to electromagnetic interference issues, with those facilities now consolidated at the Parkville site.
Hotham Hill Apartments
A boutique collection of ten exclusive three-bedroom residences in North Melbournes historic Hotham Hill district, featuring luxury living with sustainable design, green spaces, biophilic elements, and a sense of community. Interiors include natural marble, vibrant timber finishes, open-plan layouts, expansive balconies, custom joinery, Carrara marble benchtops, and premium Miele appliances. The development includes environmentally sustainable features like solar energy systems, water-saving measures, secure parking, state-of-the-art security, and landscaped gardens.
Gardiner on the Park
A boutique residential development of 27 apartments over nine to ten levels overlooking Gardiner Reserve in North Melbourne. The project features a mix of 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments, including penthouses, with park and city views. Designed by Peddle Thorp Architects, the building has a modern aesthetic with a glass facade to maximise light and views.
Metro Tunnel - Arden Station
Arden Station is a new underground station in North Melbourne, part of the Metro Tunnel project. It will be at the centre of a new employment and innovation precinct. The station features massive brick arches made from precast concrete and over 100,000 Victorian-made bricks, reflecting North Melbournes industrial history. It includes platform screen doors, three 16m-long skylights for natural light, and is floodproofed with water-sensitive urban design features. Construction of the station is complete, with some surrounding works continuing until the Metro Tunnel opens in 2025.
Parkville Materials Handling Building (RMH Parkville) - Decommissioning and Demolition
Decommissioning, decanting, and demolition of the Royal Melbourne Hospital Materials Handling Building at Parkville to enable the Parkville Precinct Redevelopment. The Victorian Health Building Authority is delivering the works with Multiplex appointed as Managing Contractor, clearing the western side of the campus for a new hospital tower.
Elysium Fields
Elysium Fields is a $1.75 billion wellness-focused mixed-use precinct being developed by GURNER Group and City Harbour across a 2.7-hectare site at 208-226 Harbour Esplanade in Melbourne's Docklands. The masterplan comprises approximately 1,100 build-to-sell and build-to-rent apartments across multiple towers up to 30 storeys, paired with extensive health clubs, retail, dining, and a Veriu hotel. Construction is actively underway with builders Hamilton Marino and Maxcon delivering initial residential towers.
Younghusband Kensington
Melbourne's largest carbon-neutral adaptive reuse precinct, transforming a 122-year-old woolstore into a 50,000 sqm office and retail destination. Stage 1 (Station and Stock Buildings) is fully leased as of early 2026, with retail tenants ONA Coffee and Cobb Lane opening in the first half of 2026. Stage 2 and 3 continue the expansion, including a silo-inspired office building and a public plaza, targeting a 6-star Green Star rating.
Australian Institute for Infectious Disease (AIID)
A $650 million state-of-the-art 15-storey research facility in the Melbourne Biomedical Precinct designed by Wardle. It will house 1,000 researchers and feature high-containment PC3 laboratories, a human infection challenge unit, robotic biobanking, and the Cumming Global Centre for Pandemic Therapeutics. The project is a collaboration between the University of Melbourne, Doherty Institute, and Burnet Institute, supported by a $400 million Victorian Government contribution to enhance Australia's sovereign pandemic response.
11,944 residents of North Melbourne are employed, from a labour force of 12,929. Unemployment sits at 7.6%, with participation at 77.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. 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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Characterized by an educated professional demographic, the local labor profile records an unemployment rate of 7.6% alongside a 5.1% annual employment growth rate according to aggregated statistical area data from AreaSearch. By March 2026, employed residents reached 11,944, while local unemployment sits 2.8% above the Greater Melbourne figure of 4.8%. The labor force participation rate remains exceptionally high at 77.0% (compared to 70.1% across Greater Melbourne). Census figures recorded 44.4% of working residents operating from home, an outcome that reflects the prevailing Covid-19 lockdown restrictions at the time. Key employment sectors among residents are professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
The local workforce shows an exceptional concentration in professional & technical fields, outpacing the wider regional share by 1.8 times. Conversely, construction employment remains relatively minor at 3.4%, compared to the regional proportion of 9.7%. A ratio of 0.7 workers for every resident at the Census points to local job availability that exceeds standard levels. Synthesizing broader statistical area figures from ABS and SALM sources, AreaSearch identifies a 5.1% rise in local employment alongside a 3.8% increase in the labor force across the 12-month period, reducing local unemployment by 1.2 percentage points. Across Greater Melbourne, employment grew by 2.1%, the workforce expanded by 2.3%, and the jobless rate increased by 0.2 percentage points. Forward-looking guidance from Jobs and Skills Australia's Mar-26 projections provides additional context regarding future labor requirements. When mapped across five and ten-year intervals against the local industry baseline, projected national workforce gains of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years translate to estimated local job growth of 7.4% over five years and 14.9% over ten years (calculated via simple weighting for illustrative purposes without factoring in localized population shifts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in North Melbourne is $1,717 a week (about $89,000 a year), with median personal income at $943 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,480 a year against an average of $71,468. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to postcode ATO records from financial year 2023 compiled by AreaSearch, the median taxpayer income in the suburb of North Melbourne stands at $51,480, alongside an average figure of $71,468. These amounts exceed nationwide averages, while contrasting with Greater Melbourne benchmarks of $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average). Factoring in a 9.62% Wage Price Index increase since financial year 2023 brings indexed estimates to approximately $56,432 for median earnings and $78,343 for average earnings by March 2026. From 2021 Census records, personal earnings sit in the 72nd percentile ($943 weekly), whereas household earnings fall within the 48th percentile.
In terms of distribution, 30.7% of the community (5,653 individuals) earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, aligning closely with the regional proportion of 32.8%. With only 79.8% of income remaining after housing outlays, the area experiences notable affordability constraints (ranking at the 44th percentile), while its broader SEIFA income position occupies the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
North Melbourne had 6,486 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 4% detached houses and 68% apartments. 21% are owned with a mortgage, 66% rented and 14% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $381 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,035 a month, a total housing cost higher than 81% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential stock at the latest Census showed a pronounced high-density orientation, consisting of 4.2% separate houses and 95.8% other dwellings (including townhouses, units, and non-freestanding formats), contrasting with the wider Melbourne metro profile of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Outright property ownership tracked lower than metropolitan benchmarks at 13.7%, while 20.5% of homes were held with a mortgage and 65.8% were tenant-occupied. The local median monthly mortgage repayment was $2,035, compared to $2,000 across Melbourne metro, while median weekly rent was $381 versus $390 metro-wide. Compared nationally, local mortgage commitments exceed the Australian benchmark of $1,863, and weekly rents surpass the nationwide level of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
North Melbourne counted 6,486 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,988 today, averaging 2.0 people each. 14% are couples with children, fewer than in 95% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 40% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent 47.7% of local dwellings, made up of couples without children (23.2%), couples with children (14.4%), and single parent families (8.1%). The remaining 52.3% of homes comprise non-family living arrangements, dominated by lone person households (40.1%) alongside group households (12.3%). The local median household size stands at 2.0 people, remaining below the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
60.9% of adults in North Melbourne hold a university qualification, including 34.6% with a bachelor degree and 21.9% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 7.6% hold a vocational qualification. 10 schools serve the area, with 2,832 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,018 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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Local academic qualifications exceed broader figures by a wide margin, with 60.9% of residents aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, compared to 30.4% across Australia and 33.4% within VIC. This concentration of advanced qualifications underpins a strong capability for knowledge-intensive industries. Qualifications are led by bachelor degrees at 34.6%, complemented by postgraduate degrees (21.9%) and graduate diplomas (4.4%). Vocational credentials represent 15.7% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, comprising advanced diplomas (8.1%) and certificates (7.6%). Participation in formal learning is substantial, with 39.8% of the local population actively engaged in study.
This group includes 20.9% enrolled in higher education, 5.9% attending primary schools, and 5.5% undertaking secondary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in North Melbourne reaches 58 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 5,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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The local transit network comprises 58 active transport stops throughout North Melbourne, incorporating lightrail and bus connections across 11 routes that deliver 5,918 weekly passenger trips. Commuter accessibility is notably high, with an average distance of 123 meters to the nearest transit point. With outward travel dominating daily movements, private vehicles represent the main transit mode at 39%, followed by walking at 24% and train travel at 11%. Vehicle ownership is comparatively light, averaging 0.4 per dwelling. Remote work was recorded by 44.4% of residents at the 2021 Census, a figure shaped by pandemic conditions.
Transit schedules deliver an average volume of 845 trips daily across the collective network, generating roughly 102 weekly departures per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.1% of residents in North Melbourne report no long-term health condition. 3.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 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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AreaSearch evaluations of chronic condition incidence and mortality rates point to favorable health outcomes locally, with both younger and older cohorts exhibiting a low prevalence of standard illnesses. Furthermore, private healthcare coverage is widespread, extending to approximately 55% of the overall population (~10,141 people). Asthma and mental health conditions represent the primary reported health issues locally, documented among 8.0% and 11.0 of residents, respectively, whereas 74.1% of the community reported no medical conditions, outperforming the Greater Melbourne proportion of 72.6%. Health indicators across the under-65 cohort remain above standard. Older residents aged 65 and over comprise 7.6% of the population (1,399 people), compared to 15.1% across Greater Melbourne, with local senior cohorts achieving health metrics that outrank the wider population on national scales.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
46.3% of North Melbourne residents were born overseas and 41.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 86% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (17.5%) and Australian (14.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity is pronounced locally, with 46.3% of the resident base born overseas and 41.3% speaking a language other than English in the home. Christianity represents the leading religious affiliation, observed by 23.9% of the population. Islamic representation is notably elevated relative to regional benchmarks, accounting for 7.9% locally against 5.6% across Greater Melbourne. Ancestral backgrounds are led by English ancestry at 17.5%, followed by Other at 17.2%, and Australian at 14.3%. Certain demographic groups exhibit substantial concentration compared to broader benchmarks: Chinese ancestry represents 14.0% (versus 6.5% regionally), Vietnamese accounts for 3.0% (versus 1.9%), and Spanish stands at 0.7% (versus 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of North Melbourne is 29, younger than 93% of areas nationally. That is 2 years younger than at the 2021 Census. 55.3% 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 local community reflects a predominantly young, pre-family age structure. Updated estimates to August 2026 show that 48.4% of the population falls into the young to middle aged adult category (25 - 44), compared to 32.1% across Greater Melbourne, whereas middle aged and young retiree cohorts (45 - 64) account for 13.7% locally against a regional share of 22.3%. AreaSearch records a median age of 29 as at August 2026, down from 31 at the 2021 Census, which sits 8 years under the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 37 and well beneath the national median of 38 at the same Census.
The most noticeable cohort shift since the Census occurred among young to middle aged adults, rising from 44.3% to 48.4%. Specifically, the 5 to 14 age group contracted from 7.9% to an estimated 5.7%, while the 15 to 24 cohort expanded from 18.5% to 21.8%, without inbound growth among younger children. Projections to 2041 indicate young to middle aged adults will see the largest volume gain, increasing by 3,102 (35%) to reach 12,015, while the sharpest proportional rise will occur within middle aged and young retiree cohorts, expanding by 75% to 4,412.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for North Melbourne
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months ago all 24 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 285 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (14,953 at the 2021 Census → 18,415 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL21966). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.