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Oakleigh has an estimated 9,491 residents, up from 8,442 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,049 people, or 12.4%. Growth has averaged 1.6% a year over five years, faster than 79% of areas nationally. 130 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 91.0% of that increase. That puts 2,666 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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Oakleigh's population is estimated to have reached approximately 9,491 by May 2026, calculated from validations of new addresses by AreaSearch after the Census and updates to ABS population figures for the surrounding region. Compared to the 8,442 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this represents an expansion of 1,049 people, or 12.4%. This adjustment is based on an AreaSearch resident estimate of 9,480, which followed an analysis of the ABS Estimated Resident Population data published in June 2025, combined with an additional 130 validated new addresses added since the Census.
Such a population size results in a density of 2,666 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the highest quarter of all Australian areas evaluated by AreaSearch. With its 12.4% rate of growth since the 2021 census, Oakleigh outpaced both the Victorian state growth rate of 9.3% and the nationwide average, making it a regional leader in population expansion. This demographic growth was largely powered by arrivals from overseas, who accounted for roughly 91.0% of the total population gains in recent times. For each SA2 locality, AreaSearch applies the projections created by the ABS and Geoscience Australia, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as their starting point. In instances where SA2 data is unavailable, projections are sourced from the Victorian State Government's 2023 regional and local government area forecasts, adjusted by distributing growth from the local government area level down to the SA2 level using weighted aggregation. The age-specific growth rates derived from these models are also carried forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts point to substantial growth that ranks in the top quartile of all Australian statistical territories, with projections suggesting the locality will gain 3,158 residents by 2041, which translates to a total increase of 33.2% over a 16-year span.
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107 new dwellings have been approved in Oakleigh over the past five years, an average of 21 a year. That places the area in the 70th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 2 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 22 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 41% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 112, 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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Analysis by AreaSearch of building approvals data from the ABS, distributed from broader statistical areas, indicates that Oakleigh has averaged roughly 21 approved dwellings annually, which sums to an estimated 107 residential units over the previous 5 financial years. During the current financial year of FY-26103 approvals have been registered to date. Over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, there was an average of 6.9 new residents for every finished dwelling, showing that demand heavily outstrips new construction, a trend that typically drives upward price pressure and intensifies competition among buyers.
The average value of these new builds is $585,000, which highlights that developers are prioritizing the premium sector with higher-end residences. Additionally, commercial development has seen minor interest, with $5.5 million in commercial approvals registered so far this financial year. In comparison to Greater Melbourne, development activity in Oakleigh is quite low, sitting at 55.0% below the metropolitan average on a per-person basis. Although building activity has recently increased, this scarcity of new construction generally supports the value and demand of existing properties. This rate also sits below the national average, reflecting how established the suburb is and pointing to possible planning constraints. Of the new builds, 41.0% are detached houses while 59.0% are townhouses or apartments. This focus on denser housing options provides more affordable entry points and appeals to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers alike. This represents a clear shift from the current residential makeup, where houses account for 62.0% of properties, indicating a drop in vacant land and responding to changing lifestyle choices and affordability constraints. With a ratio of about 254 people for every dwelling approval, Oakleigh represents a developing market. Long-term forecasts suggest Oakleigh will add 3,147 new inhabitants by 2041, according to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. If building activity remains at its current pace, the supply of housing may not keep up with this population increase, which could intensify competition among buyers and support rising property values.
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Development applications around Oakleigh
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Oakleigh, worth an estimated $1.54 billion. A further 137 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $96.1 billion. 31 are already under construction and 41 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 infrastructure projects, planning initiatives, and major developments have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 16 key projects that are expected to influence this locality. Some of the most relevant initiatives include the Suburban Rail Loop East, the VicTrack Land Release at Oakleigh Station, the Station Quarter Oakleigh, and the 65A Power Avenue Social Housing development.
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VicTrack Land Release - Oakleigh Station
VicTrack is progressing the release of surplus rail land adjacent to Oakleigh Station for a mid-rise residential development as part of the Victorian Government Housing Statement. The site is expected to deliver around 120 homes with at least 10% affordable housing. The Expression of Interest process concluded with shortlisted proponents progressing through the Request for Proposal process. Construction is intended to commence within 18 months of developer appointment, subject to planning and commercial approvals.
Station Quarter Oakleigh
Station Quarter Oakleigh is a significant urban renewal project integrated into the Victorian Government's Activity Centres Program (2024-2026). The project focuses on the Oakleigh Major Activity Centre, specifically targeting commuter car parks and underutilised land around the rail corridor. The plan proposes building heights of up to 16 storeys in the core area to deliver approximately 1,200 new dwellings, supporting the goal of high-density living near public transport. Phase 2 community consultation concluded in March 2026, with the project now moving through the final assessment of planning controls to enable accelerated housing delivery.
Summerset Oakleigh South
Construction is actively underway on the premium Summerset Oakleigh South retirement village and aged care facility, featuring a continuum of care model across 135 units. The development comprises independent living villas and apartments, assisted living apartments, and residential aged care suites, alongside comprehensive community amenities. Major civil and basement works are continuing following the official sod-turning event.
VicTrack Oakleigh Housing Development
VicTrack invites expressions of interest from property developers to build homes on surplus rail land near Oakleigh station. The site has potential to deliver around 240 homes with a requirement to deliver a minimum of 10% affordable homes.
Hughesdale Village Precinct Structure Plan
City of Monash's Hughesdale Village Structure Plan continues to guide redevelopment of the Hughesdale activity centre around Poath Road and Hughesdale Station. Since 2026, implementation has been supplemented by the Victorian Government's Activity Centre Program, introducing new planning controls, increased building heights and Housing Choice and Transport Zone provisions across the precinct while retaining the structure plan's role in informing local redevelopment and public realm outcomes.
65A Power Avenue Social Housing
Council identified 65A Power Avenue for a 48-dwelling social housing project led by HousingFirst Limited. Following EOI and lease negotiations through 2023-24, HousingFirst advised in June 2024 that it could not proceed under the proposed lease model due to funding model changes. On 27 August 2024, Council resolved not to proceed with the lease after rejecting alternatives proposed by HousingFirst. The concept remains a 3-level building with 48 dwellings, basement car and bike parking, and communal spaces; however the project is not advancing at this time.
OROS Oakleigh
Oakleigh's largest mixed-use development with 348 residential apartments, 105 serviced apartments, retail spaces, and premium amenities. Designed by Rothelowman Architects.
Oakleigh Central Redevelopment
Mixed-use redevelopment above Oakleigh Central delivering approximately 248 apartments over new and upgraded retail and commercial tenancies fronting Eaton Mall, completed in 2023. The project is integrated with Oakleigh Central, a neighbourhood shopping centre anchored by Coles and Woolworths at 39 Hanover Street that serves the local Oakleigh and wider Monash community. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
5,594 residents of Oakleigh are employed, from a labour force of 5,746. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 69.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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Oakleigh features a highly educated labor force characterized by strong representation in professional services. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6%, and estimated employment growth over the past year is 3.9%, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 5,594 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 2.1% below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%. Workforce participation is broadly similar to Greater Melbourne's 70.2%. Census responses indicate that 38.9% of residents worked from home, although Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services.
Education & training is particularly prominent, employing residents at 1.3 times the metropolitan average. On the other hand, transport, postal & warehousing is underrepresented, accounting for 3.2% of local workers compared to 5.2% across the wider region. At the time of the Census, there were 0.6 local jobs for every resident, indicating a higher-than-average availability of employment within the area. Based on AreaSearch calculations of SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from the surrounding region, employment and the labor force both expanded by 3.9% over the 12-month period, which kept the local unemployment rate steady. This differed from Greater Melbourne, where employment grew by 2.1%, the workforce rose by 2.3%, and the unemployment rate increased by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional context on future demand within Oakleigh. These projections, spanning five and ten years, have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these figures vary widely by industry. Weighting these projections against the industry mix of Oakleigh suggests local employment could grow by 6.7% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, though this is a basic extrapolation that does not account for specific local population growth.
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Median household income in Oakleigh is $1,926 a week (about $100,000 a year), with median personal income at $865 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,390 a year against an average of $73,515. 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 ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayer incomes in Oakleigh are higher than the national average. The median income among taxpayers is $57,390 and the average is $73,515, compared to metropolitan Melbourne figures of $57,688 and $75,164. Adjusting these figures for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year yields estimated figures of approximately $62,911 for median income and $80,587 for average income as of March 2026. According to the Census, overall household, family, and individual incomes in Oakleigh place the suburb at the 61st percentile nationally.
The largest income bracket consists of the 29.9% of taxpayers earning between $1,500 - 2,999 weekly, representing 2,837 individuals, which aligns with the broader regional trend where 32.8% of people fall into this bracket. While high housing expenses account for 15.6% of income, strong earnings keep disposable income at the 61st percentile, and the area sits in the 7th decile of the national SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Oakleigh had 3,259 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 62% detached houses and 26% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 36% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $410 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,100 a month. Rent absorbs 21.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the most recent Census, the housing mix in Oakleigh consisted of 61.9% houses and 38.1% other options like townhouses and apartments, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other options across the Melbourne metropolitan area. Home ownership in Oakleigh was higher than the metropolitan average at 32.4%, with mortgaged properties making up 31.9% and rentals accounting for 35.6%. The median mortgage payment in the area was higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average of $2,000 at $2,100 per month, and the median weekly rent was $410, compared to $390 across the metropolitan area.
Nationally, Oakleigh's mortgage repayments are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels also exceed the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Oakleigh counted 3,259 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,664 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 67.8%, consisting of 31.4% couples with children, 25.0% couples without children, and 9.4% single parents. Non-family households account for the remaining 32.2%, with single-person households representing 26.9% and group households comprising 5.4%. The median size of local households is 2.5 people, which is slightly lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
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42.0% of adults in Oakleigh hold a university qualification, including 26.0% with a bachelor degree and 12.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 87% of areas nationally. A further 12.7% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 821 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,113 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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Qualifications among Oakleigh residents are significantly higher than regional and national averages, with 42.0% of those aged 15 and over holding a university degree, compared to 29.8% in the SA4 region and 30.4% across Australia. This educational profile positions the local population well for professional and knowledge-based jobs. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 26.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 12.7% and graduate diplomas at 3.3%. Vocational qualifications are held by 23.5% of residents aged 15 and over, which includes advanced diplomas at 10.8% and certificates at 12.7%.
Participation in study is quite high, with 29.2% of the population enrolled in an educational institution. This figure includes 9.0% attending tertiary institutions, 7.3% in primary school, and 6.4% in high school.
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Public transport in Oakleigh reaches 63 stops on 35 routes, timetabled for about 11,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 150 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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 Oakleigh contains 63 active transit stops, consisting of a variety of bus services. These stops support 35 distinct routes, which combine to facilitate 11,300 passenger trips each week. Transport access is highly rated, with residents living an average of 149 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary choice at 77% and trains accounting for 11%. Car ownership stands at an average of 1.1 vehicles per household, which is below the metropolitan average.
A high proportion of residents, 38.9%, worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic lockdowns. Services average 1,614 daily trips across the transit network, which translates to roughly 179 weekly trips at each individual transit stop.
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73.0% of residents in Oakleigh report no long-term health condition. 7.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch analysis of mortality rates and medical conditions, health outcomes for Oakleigh residents are positive and generally track national benchmarks. The occurrence of common medical conditions is quite low among the broader population, though it rises above national averages for older and vulnerable cohorts. Additionally, the rate of private health insurance is high, with approximately 56% of the population, or about 5,301 people, holding cover. The most common medical diagnoses in the area were mental health conditions, affecting 8.0% of residents, and arthritis, affecting 6.7%. Meanwhile, 73.0% of the population reported no long-term health conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Residents of working age are generally healthy with a low occurrence of chronic illness. People aged 65 and over make up 15.3% of the population, representing 1,452 residents. Health outcomes for these older residents present some challenges, ranking lower nationally than the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
40.2% of Oakleigh residents were born overseas and 43.5% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 84% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (16.5%) and Australian (15.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Oakleigh is a culturally diverse suburb, with 40.2% of residents born outside Australia and 43.5% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religion, representing 51.9% of the population. The most distinct religious overrepresentation in the area is Judaism, which accounts for 0.9% of residents, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding ancestry, the three largest groups in Oakleigh are English at 16.5%, Australian at 15.1%, and Greek at 12.8%, which is far higher than the regional average of 2.7%. There are also notable differences in other backgrounds, with Russian ancestry representing 0.6% of Oakleigh compared to 0.4% regionally, Sri Lankan ancestry at 0.8% compared to 0.8% regionally, and Italian ancestry at 5.8% compared to 5.2% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Oakleigh is 37. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 34.3% 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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Oakleigh has a median age of 37 years, which is identical to the average for Greater Melbourne and close to the national figure of 38 years. The 15 - 24 age bracket is strongly represented at 15.5% of the population, whereas children aged 5 - 14 are less common at 8.9%. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 13.4% to 15.5%, and the 25 to 34 cohort expanded from 17.0% to 18.8%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.9% to 12.0%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic models project notable changes in the local age distribution, led by the 25 to 34 age group, which is expected to rise by 38% from 1,784 to 2,470 individuals, representing an increase of 685 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Oakleigh
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 7 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 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 — 130 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,442 at the 2021 Census → 9,491 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 (SAL22000). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.