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North Melbourne has an estimated 18,200 residents, up from 14,953 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,247 people, or 21.7%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years, faster than 91% of areas nationally. 136 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 95.0% of that increase. That puts 7,712 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to investigations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region, alongside verified new residential points tracked by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of North Melbourne has an estimated population of approximately 18,200 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 3,247 residents (21.7%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 14,953 individuals. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 18,153, determined by AreaSearch after examining the June 2025 ABS ERP publication, combined with an extra 136 validated new addresses registered since the Census date.
Such a population count translates to a density ratio of 7,711 persons per square kilometer, placing the location within the top 10% of national areas analyzed by AreaSearch, highlighting the high demand for local land. The 21.7% expansion rate in the suburb of North Melbourne since the 2021 census outpaced the state figure of 9.3%, as well as the national benchmark, establishing the locality as a regional leader in growth. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this demographic expansion, accounting for approximately 95.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. AreaSearch implements ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for individual SA2 districts, published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline. For any SA2 localities missing from this dataset, AreaSearch uses Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections from 2023, modifying them through a weighted aggregation technique of population increases from LGA to SA2 tiers. Age group expansion rates derived from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead to future demographic changes, a substantial population rise within the top national quartile is anticipated, with the suburb of North Melbourne projected to add 6,873 individuals by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level forecasts, which represents a total increase of 37.5% over the 16 years.
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1,376 new dwellings have been approved in North Melbourne over the past five years, an average of 275 a year. That places the area in the 82nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 15 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 344 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approval records mapped from statistical area data, North Melbourne has averaged approximately 275 new residential approvals annually, amounting to an estimated 1,376 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 3 approvals have been logged. With an average of only 0.5 new residents annually per built home over the last 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25), the volume of housing supply matches or exceeds local demand, expanding options for purchasers while supporting potential population growth beyond forecasts, with new dwellings being constructed at an average cost of $326,000.
Additionally, commercial approvals worth $295.0 million were registered this financial year, reflecting a strong upward trend in commercial building activity. Relative to Greater Melbourne, North Melbourne registers a moderately higher rate of new residential approvals, tracking 21.0% above the regional per capita average over the 5 year timeframe, which helps sustain buyer opportunities while supporting existing property values. This volume of building activity is substantially higher than the national benchmark, demonstrating clear developer focus on the locality. Furthermore, recent construction consists entirely of apartments or townhouses. This concentration on high-density residential options provides more budget-friendly pathways to entry and is highly compatible with downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. The area has approximately 52 people for every home approval, suggesting a growing market footprint. Demographic forecasts suggest North Melbourne will add 6,826 inhabitants up to 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. The current volume of construction appears well-matched with future needs, supporting balanced market conditions without major price inflation.
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 $105 billion. 69 are already under construction and 64 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 initiatives play a significant role in shaping the performance of a suburb. AreaSearch has identified a total of 60 projects that are expected to influence the locality. Key initiatives include the Errol Street Private Hospital, the Abbotsford Street Social Housing development, the Younghusband Kensington project, and the Assemble Build-to-Rent project at 402-444 Macaulay Road, with details of the most relevant projects provided in the following list.
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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
A $1.7 billion biosphere-inspired wellness precinct in Docklands featuring approximately 1,100 to 1,700 dwellings across multiple towers. The project includes a 200-plus room luxury hotel, Australia's largest Saint Haven private wellness club, and the Elysian Reverse Ageing Medical Clinic. Designed to integrate advanced health technologies like cryotherapy, MRI diagnostics, and circadian lighting, the site also features 3,700 square meters of public gardens under a futuristic glass dome. Early construction works on the first phase, involving three towers, commenced in late 2024 with Hamilton Marino appointed as the lead builder.
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.
11,787 residents of North Melbourne are employed, from a labour force of 12,755. Unemployment sits at 7.6%, with participation at 76.6%. 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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North Melbourne features a highly credentialed labor force, with strong representation in professional services, a jobless rate of 7.6%, and an estimated job growth rate of 4.9% over the past year, according to AreaSearch's analysis of statistical area data. As of March 2026, there are 11,787 residents in employment, while the unemployment rate is 2.8% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, and workforce participation stands significantly above the standard level (76.6% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne). Census returns indicate that a high proportion of residents (44.4%) worked from home, though this figure should be interpreted in light of Covid-19 lockdown restrictions.
The primary employment fields for local residents are professional & technical services, healthcare & social assistance, and education & training. The neighborhood exhibits a notable concentration in the professional & technical sector, with its employment share reaching 1.8 times the regional average. Conversely, construction has a minimal footprint, employing 3.4% of the workforce compared to 9.7% across the region. A ratio of 0.7 workers for every resident at the time of the Census indicates a higher-than-average availability of local jobs. According to AreaSearch's processing of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from regional data, the year leading to March 2026 saw employment expand by 4.9% and the labor force grow by 3.6%, which led to a 1.2 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.1%, labor force expansion of 2.3%, and a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context regarding future demand trends in North Melbourne. These forecasts, looking ahead five and ten years, have been aligned with the local job profile to estimate growth trajectories. While national employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expected growth rates vary considerably across different industries. Applying these industry-specific forecasts to the local employment structure suggests that North Melbourne's employment base should grow by 7.4% over five years and 14.9% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for visualization and does not incorporate localized population forecasts).
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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Taxpayer statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that North Melbourne has an income level exceeding the national average. The median income among taxpayers in the suburb is $51,480, and the average income is $71,468, comparing to Greater Melbourne benchmarks of $57,688 and $75,164. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimated values would be approximately $56,432 (median) and $78,343 (average) as of March 2026. According to Census records, individual income sits at the 72nd percentile ($943 weekly), while household income matches the 48th percentile.
Looking at income distributions, the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings bracket includes 30.7% of the population (5,587 individuals), which aligns with the metropolitan average of 32.8% in the same category. Financial pressure from housing is high, with only 79.8% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 44th percentile, while its SEIFA income index ranks in 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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The mix of housing types in North Melbourne at the latest Census consisted of 4.2% standalone houses and 95.8% other housing structures (such as townhouses, units, and alternative dwellings), compared to the Greater Melbourne split of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in North Melbourne was lower than the metropolitan average at 13.7%, with the remaining properties being held under a mortgage (20.5%) or rented (65.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,035 was higher than the Greater Melbourne average of $2,000, whereas the median weekly rent was $381, compared to $390 across the metropolitan area.
On a national level, North Melbourne's mortgage repayments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
North Melbourne counted 6,486 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,894 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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Families represent the largest household category at 47.7% of the total, which is made up of couples with children (14.4%), couples without children (23.2%), and single parent households (8.1%). Non-family households account for the remaining 52.3% of dwellings, consisting of single-person households at 40.1% and group households at 12.3%. The median household size of 2.0 residents is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average 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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The level of education in North Melbourne is significantly higher than broader averages, with 60.9% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 33.4% in VIC. This high concentration of tertiary qualifications positions the local population well for professional services and knowledge-focused careers. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 34.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (21.9%) and graduate diplomas (4.4%). Vocational education accounts for 15.7% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas (8.1%) and certificates (7.6%). Enrolment rates in education are high, with 39.8% of local residents actively participating in formal study.
This student population includes 20.9% enrolled in higher education, 5.9% in primary schools, and 5.5% attending secondary institutions.
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Public transport in North Melbourne reaches 56 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 8,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 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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An analysis of public transport reveals that there are 56 active transit stops in North Melbourne, comprising a combination of light rail and bus services. These transit stops are serviced by 6 unique routes, which support a total of 8,003 passenger journeys per week. Transport access is classified as excellent, with local residents living an average of 128 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the neighborhood, the majority of commuters travel outside the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 39%, followed by walking at 24% and train travel at 11%.
Car ownership stands at an average of 0.4 vehicles per household, which is below the metropolitan average. A high proportion of residents, 44.4%, worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may be a reflection of COVID-19 circumstances. Service frequency across all transport routes averages 1,143 trips per day, which translates to approximately 142 weekly trips per transit stop.
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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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Health outcomes in North Melbourne rank above average according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the occurrence of chronic conditions, with low rates of common health issues observed among both younger and older cohorts, and private health insurance coverage is high at approximately 55% of the total population (~10,022 individuals). The most prevalent health issues in the neighborhood are mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 11.0% and 8.0% of the population, respectively, while 74.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Residents under the age of 65 experience better health outcomes than the regional average.
The suburb has 7.6% of its population aged 65 and older (1,383 people), which is lower than the Greater Melbourne proportion of 15.0%. Senior citizens in the area exhibit strong health profiles, with national rankings that exceed those of the general public.
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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North Melbourne displays a high level of cultural diversity, with 41.3% of residents speaking a non-English language at home and 46.3% born in another country. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 23.9% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Islam, which accounts for 7.9% of local residents compared to 5.6% across Greater Melbourne. Based on parental country of birth, the most common ancestral groups in North Melbourne are English (17.5%), Other (17.2%), and Australian (14.3%). The data also highlights distinct differences in the representation of specific ethnicities: Vietnamese backgrounds are represented at 3.0% (compared to 1.9% regionally), Chinese at 14.0% (compared to 6.5%), and Spanish at 0.7% (compared to 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. 55.7% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 29, North Melbourne is younger than Greater Melbourne, where the median is 37, and is also below the national median of 38. Compared to the metropolitan area, North Melbourne has a larger share of residents aged 25 - 34 (32.9%) but a smaller proportion of children aged 5 - 14 (5.6%). The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is also far higher than the national average of 14.6%. Since 2021, the median age has fallen by 2.1 years, dropping from 31 down to 29, demonstrating a shift toward a younger demographic.
Key changes show the 15 to 24 age bracket grew from 18.5% to 22.8% of the population, and the 25 to 34 age group rose from 28.6% to 32.9%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group shrank from 7.9% to 5.6%, and the 55 to 64 group fell from 7.4% to 5.7%. Looking ahead to 2041, projections suggest significant demographic shifts in the suburb of North Melbourne. The 25 to 34 age bracket is expected to see the largest increase at 34%, adding 2,030 residents to reach a total of 8,018.
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 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, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jun 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 Jun 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 — 136 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (14,953 at the 2021 Census → 18,200 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 (SAL21966). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.