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North Perth has an estimated 10,919 residents, up from 9,623 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,296 people, or 13.5%. Growth has averaged 2.4% a year over five years, faster than 81% of areas nationally. Overseas migration accounts for 63.0% of that increase. That puts 3,557 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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The suburb of North Perth has an estimated population of around 10,919 as of Aug 2026, according to analysis of ABS population updates and new addresses validated by AreaSearch since the Census. This figure represents an increase of 1,296 people, or 13.5%, compared to the 2021 Census count of 9,623 people. The adjustment is derived from a resident population of 10,903, which AreaSearch estimated after reviewing the latest ERP data release by the ABS dated June 2025 and incorporating 81 newly validated addresses recorded after the Census date. With a density ratio of 3,556 persons per square kilometer, the suburb of North Perth falls within the upper quartile when compared to other national locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
The 13.5% growth since the 2021 census surpassed the national average of 9.5%, identifying the suburb of North Perth as a leading growth area in the region. Overseas migration accounted for approximately 63.0% of recent population gains, while interstate migration and natural growth also contributed positively to the overall expansion. Demographic projections for the suburb of North Perth incorporate 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 modeling anchored to 2022, complemented by ABS Greater Capital Region age-cohort projections from 2023 (utilising 2022 benchmarks) for subsequent years and unmapped sectors past 2032. Looking forward, the suburb of North Perth is anticipated to outpace the national median for statistical divisions, adding 1,606 persons by 2041 across aggregated SA2 boundaries to register an overall 16-year expansion of 14.6%.
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161 new dwellings have been approved in North Perth over the past five years, an average of 32 a year. That places the area in the 89th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 54 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 46% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 139, running ahead of 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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Residential planning approvals across the area average approximately 32 dwellings annually according to ABS building data compiled by AreaSearch, totaling 161 approved residential units over the recent 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 139 authorized to date in FY-25. Across the 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), net inward migration stood at 4.5 people per year for every home constructed, generating substantial supply constraints that fuel competitive purchasing conditions and asset appreciation. Builders are concentrating on the upper-tier residential market, as reflected in an average construction cost of $851,000 per dwelling.
Concurrently, commercial building permits totaled $3.0 million in the ongoing financial year, underscoring minimal commercial development activity. Per capita building activity aligns closely with Greater Perth benchmarks, maintaining balanced local market conditions alongside an acceleration in recent construction volumes. Medium and higher density dwellings comprise 54.0% of current residential authorizations (townhouses and apartments), while detached houses account for 46.0%. This orientation toward compact housing formats provides accessible property entry while accommodating downsizers, investors, and entry-level buyers. The trend marks a noticeable departure from the prevailing housing stock of 65.0% separate houses, driven by constrained land supply and evolving urban lifestyle choices. Approvals currently stand at roughly 122 people per dwelling approval, highlighting an expanding construction sector. Long-term projections indicate an influx of 1,590 residents through to 2041 based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release. Should residential building fail to accelerate beyond current levels, persistent undersupply may heighten buyer competition and stimulate elevated property price growth.
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside North Perth, worth an estimated $1.92 billion. A further 97 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $34.1 billion. 30 are already under construction and 50 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development 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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Strategic public works and urban planning frameworks fundamentally shape local development. AreaSearch monitors 21 key infrastructure projects influencing the immediate area. Major undertakings comprise Alma Square, North Perth / Mount Lawley Underground Power Project, Osborne Park and Tuart Hill Targeted Underground Power Program, alongside the North Perth Town Centre Planning Framework, with primary developments outlined below.
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Alma Square
Alma Square is a landmark mixed-use development transforming the North Perth town centre. It features 108 residential apartments and over 1,500 square metres of ground-floor retail and hospitality space. As of April 2026, excavation works are ongoing and the concrete structure is commencing. The development includes resort-style amenities such as a swimming pool, gym, sauna, and a level 6 rooftop sky lounge with panoramic city views. Sustainability features include a 7-star NatHERS rating, solar power, and EV charging infrastructure.Completion is expected in the first quarter of 2028.
Alma Square
Alma Square is a 170 million dollar mixed-use redevelopment project in North Perth. This nine-storey precinct features 108 luxury residences and a ground-floor commercial hub with over 60 metres of north-oriented alfresco dining, boutique retail, and office spaces. Designed by Space Collective Architects, the development serves as a new heart for the North Perth town centre, offering amenities such as a rooftop terrace, lap pool, gym, and cinema while targeting high sustainability ratings including a 5 star Green Star and 7.2 star NatHERS average.
North Perth / Mount Lawley Underground Power Project
This project involves the conversion of the overhead electricity distribution network to underground power in designated sections of North Perth and Mount Lawley (Western Power Project 347). The scope includes installing new underground cabling, ground-mounted primary equipment such as transformers and switchgear units, and energy-efficient LED streetlights. As of 2026, the project is in the execution phase, following detailed design and community consultation on equipment placement. The initiative aims to improve network reliability, reduce storm-related outages, and enhance the local tree canopy by removing overhead poles and wires.
Osborne Park and Tuart Hill Targeted Underground Power Program
Western Power and the City of Stirling are converting overhead distribution powerlines to underground power across the Osborne Park and Tuart Hill project areas, including nearby parts of Joondanna and Stirling. The Targeted Underground Power Program is intended to improve power reliability and safety, remove distribution poles and wires, install underground network equipment and street lighting, and improve streetscape amenity. Transmission lines will remain overhead where they are outside the undergrounding scope.
North Perth Town Centre Planning Framework
A strategic planning framework by the City of Vincent to regulate land use, building heights, and design standards within the North Perth Town Centre. Following community consultation in early 2025, the framework aims to balance increased residential density with heritage preservation and improved public realm outcomes. Key focus areas include Fitzgerald Street and Angove Street, with provisions for diverse business mixes, pedestrian safety, and high-quality urban design. The framework guides the long-term growth and character of the precinct as it evolves into a high-density mixed-use hub.
533-545 Newcastle Street Commercial Project
A 70 million dollar mixed-use redevelopment on a 1.01-hectare site within the Pickle District. The approved project features a 10,000sqm complex anchored by a hardware store (Bunnings), a 140-place childcare centre, gallery space, showrooms, and various retail tenancies. The site was sold in March 2025 to a private east-coast developer for 14.5 million dollars and is currently managed for holding income while the new owners prepare for long-term construction.
299 Charles Street North Perth
An 8-storey mixed-use redevelopment of the former Brownes Dairy site, featuring 117 residential apartments. The project includes 15 Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) units, 42 co-living units, and 59 market apartments. Ground floor amenities feature a tavern and brewery, private gym, and retail/cafe spaces, preserving the site's industrial heritage through a modern design by Space Collective Architects.
Sydney Charles Quarter
Sydney Charles Quarter (SCQ) is a $107 million mixed-use urban village development on a 2.2-hectare site in West Perth. Transforming the former City Motors site, the project includes a 120-room Aiden Hotel, an Aldi supermarket, 10,000 sqm of office space, and 94 dwellings comprising build-to-rent and co-living apartments. The precinct is designed around 'The Commons', a public open space for live entertainment and art within the Pickle District arts precinct.
6,801 residents of North Perth are employed, from a labour force of 7,081. Unemployment sits at 3.9%, with participation at 75.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 9,276, about 85% 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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The local labour market features a prominent concentration of professional talent, posting a jobless rate of merely 3.9% and an estimated annual jobs growth of 1.7% per AreaSearch aggregated metrics. Total employed persons numbered 6,801 as of March 2026, while local unemployment sits 0.3% lower than the 4.2% figure observed across Greater Perth. Furthermore, workforce participation reaches 75.2%, substantially exceeding the metropolitan benchmark of 69.9%. Working from home accounted for 12.3% of workers at the Census, although historical Covid-19 restrictions must be weighed when evaluating this figure. Resident employment demonstrates strong alignment with three key industries: professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
Specialization in professional & technical services is particularly pronounced, registering 1.9 times the metropolitan concentration. Conversely, the construction industry absorbs only 6.5% of resident workers, trailing the 9.3% Greater Perth proportion. Given the resident-to-workplace counts recorded in Census returns, this predominantly residential locality generates relatively few internal employment positions. According to ABS and SALM figures analyzed across statistical districts, a 1.7% rise in total employment was outstripped by a 2.7% expansion in the labour force over the 12-month period, resulting in a 0.9 percentage points increase in the jobless rate. Across Greater Perth, by comparison, employment grew 2.0%, the workforce rose 2.5%, and unemployment shifted upward by 0.4 percentage points. National modeling from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provides forward-looking perspectives across five and ten-year horizons. Nationally, employment is anticipated to climb 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, with distinct variations across industries. Weighting these sectoral projections against the local occupational profile suggests area employment could expand 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (illustrative baseline without localized demographic adjustments).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in North Perth is $2,323 a week (about $121,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,147 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $70,212 a year against an average of $95,929. 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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ATO taxation statistics from financial year 2023 highlight a notably affluent earning profile, featuring a median income of $70,212 and an average income of $95,929. These numbers significantly exceed Greater Perth benchmarks of $60,748 (median) and $80,248 (average). Adjusting for a 10.93% Wage Price Index increase since financial year 2023 lifts estimated values to approximately $77,886 for the median and $106,414 for the average as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, local personal, family, and household earnings placed within the 84th to 88th percentiles nationally. Weekly earnings between $1,500 - 2,999 form the primary band at 28.4% of residents (3,100 people), mirroring the broader metropolitan rate of 32.0%.
A substantial 38.7% take home over $3,000 weekly, underpinning solid household purchasing capacity. Housing commitments claim 14.8% of income, placing local disposable earnings at the 84th percentile, with the overall SEIFA income position reaching the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
North Perth had 3,883 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 65% detached houses and 16% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 30% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,473 a month, a total housing cost higher than 79% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 17.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census records indicate that separate houses make up 65.4% of local residential properties, with remaining dwellings comprising 34.6% (apartments, attached residences, and other housing categories), contrasting with the wider metropolitan profile of 77.8% separate houses and 22.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership matches Greater Perth at 29.6%, while mortgaged properties stand at 36.5% and rental accommodations at 33.8%. Typical monthly mortgage payments reach $2,473 and weekly rental costs sit at $400, both exceeding regional averages of $1,907 and $350. On a national scale, local home loan repayments outstrip the $1,863 Australian norm, and weekly rents surpass the $375 national benchmark.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
North Perth counted 3,883 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,406 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 27% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the majority of dwellings at 61.8%, divided into couples with children (27.2%), childless couples (26.2%), and single parent families (7.2%). Non-family living arrangements account for 38.2%, consisting of single-occupant homes at 30.4% and shared group households at 7.8%. The typical household accommodates 2.3 people, tracking below the Greater Perth figure of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
49.7% of adults in North Perth hold a university qualification, including 33.6% with a bachelor degree and 11.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 89% of areas nationally. A further 13.1% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 803 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,141 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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Higher education qualifications are exceptionally prevalent locally, with 49.7% of persons aged 15+ possessing university degrees, compared against 27.9% statewide in WA and 30.1% across Greater Perth. Bachelor degrees represent the largest credential at 33.6%, accompanied by postgraduate qualifications (11.0%) and graduate diplomas (5.1%). Technical and vocational training encompasses 22.7% of residents aged 15+, divided between certificates (13.1%) and advanced diplomas (9.6%). A significant 26.8% of the local population is engaged in formal studies. By education level, 7.9% attend tertiary institutions, 7.6% are enrolled in primary education, and 6.0% are undertaking secondary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in North Perth reaches 51 stops on 18 routes, timetabled for about 4,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 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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Commuter infrastructure includes 51 active transport stops serviced entirely by buses. A network of 18 transit routes operates across the area, delivering 4,290 weekly passenger trips. Stop accessibility is high, with average distances from residential dwellings measuring 156 meters. Private motor vehicles remain the primary outward travel choice for 70% of commuters, while 17% utilize bus transit. Dwellings maintain an average of 1.2 vehicles, falling below regional averages. Working from home was recorded at 12.3% of the workforce during the 2021 Census, subject to pandemic conditions. Transit schedules deliver 612 trips per day over all routes, representing roughly 84 weekly trips per individual stop.
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72.3% of residents in North Perth report no long-term health condition. 5.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 65.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 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 and vitality indicators across the population remain exceptionally positive, with minimal occurrence of common medical conditions across all age cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is notably widespread, encompassing around 65% of all residents (7,127 people). This exceeds the Greater Perth rate of 59.0% as well as the national standard of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health issues represent the primary reported health conditions, diagnosed in 6.6% and 10.1% of locals respectively. Overall, 72.3% of individuals reported no chronic medical conditions, slightly outperforming the 71.9% regional rate. Residents under 65 exhibit strong overall health metrics.
Older residents aged 65 and over comprise 14.6% of the locality (1,594 people), below the Greater Perth level of 15.9%, and experience positive wellness outcomes on par with the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
30.7% of North Perth residents were born overseas and 19.4% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (24.4%) and Australian (19.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural variety is pronounced throughout the community, with 30.7% of citizens born abroad and 19.4% communicating in a language other than English in their residences. Christianity forms the largest faith group at 42.2% of the local populace. The area also features a distinctive concentration of Judaism, representing 1.1% of community members compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth. Regarding ancestral backgrounds, English origins lead local heritage at 24.4%, followed by Australian at 19.7% and Italian at 9.1%. Specific cultural communities show notable local concentration compared to regional shares, including Macedonian at 1.4% (against 0.4% regionally), Croatian at 1.2% (compared to 0.8%), and Polish at 1.0% (relative to 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of North Perth is 38. 30.5% 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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Demographics lean towards younger demographics, with adults aged 25 - 44 constituting 36.4% of the population as at August 2026, compared to 30.9% for Greater Perth. Younger residents aged 0 - 24 represent 24.4%, lower than the metropolitan mark of 30.5%. The median age remains steady at an estimated 38 as at August 2026, identical to the 2021 Census and 1 year older than Greater Perth's 37 at that Census. Since the Census, the 25 - 44 age cohort expanded from 34.4% to an estimated 36.4%. By 2041, senior brackets (65+) will deliver the largest numerical expansion, rising by 945 (59%) to reach 2,539.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for North Perth
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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 last month 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 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last 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 | Apr 2026 5 months ago all 6 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 Apr 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 81 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (9,623 at the 2021 Census → 10,919 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 (SAL51147). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.