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Pakenham has an estimated 58,187 residents, up from 54,118 at the 2021 Census — a change of 4,069 people, or 7.5%. Growth has averaged 1.1% a year over five years. 1,289 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 54.0% of that increase. That puts 678 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 research on ABS population adjustments for the surrounding region, combined with fresh addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Pakenham has a population estimated at approximately 58,187 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 4,069 people (7.5%) from the 2021 Census, which counted a population of 54,118 people. This shift is calculated from the resident population of 57,448, which AreaSearch estimated after reviewing the ABS's most recent ERP data release (June 2025) along with a further 1,289 validated new addresses since the Census date.
A population of this size translates to a density ratio of 677 persons per square kilometer, which offers substantial space per individual and opportunities for subsequent expansion. Throughout the previous decade, the suburb of Pakenham has displayed steady expansion trends with a 2.3% compound annual growth rate, exceeding Greater Melbourne. This population expansion was mostly driven by natural increase, which accounted for roughly 54.0% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. In cases where SA2 regions are not represented in this dataset, AreaSearch employs the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusting them using a weighted aggregation method of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates across age groups from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for the period 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead to future demographics, a major population rise is expected to place the area in the top quartile of Australian statistical areas, with projections estimating growth of 20,022 persons to 2041 using aggregated SA2-level figures, indicating a total expansion of 33.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,301 new dwellings have been approved in Pakenham over the past five years, an average of 260 a year. That places the area in the 81st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 252 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 79% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 293, broadly in line with 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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Based on AreaSearch's review of ABS building approval figures allocated from statistical areas, Pakenham registers approximately 260 residential building approvals annually. This totals an estimated 1,301 homes approved over the previous 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 269 so far in FY-26. Each constructed dwelling has yielded an average of 2.2 new residents per year over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demonstrating a robust level of demand that is expected to support local property values. Newly constructed dwellings carry an average estimated cost of $358,000.
Furthermore, $19.6 million in commercial development approvals have been documented in the current financial year, showing ongoing commercial investment. Compared with Greater Melbourne, Pakenham shows significantly reduced building volumes, coming in at 55.0% below the regional average per person. This limited supply of new dwellings generally bolsters demand and values for existing properties. Newly constructed properties comprise 79.0% detached homes and 21.0% townhouses or apartments, which preserves the traditional low-density profile of the neighborhood and emphasizes family residences that appeal to buyers wanting space. With approximately 266 people per dwelling approval, Pakenham presents a growing property market. Demographic projections indicate Pakenham will add 19,283 residents through to 2041, starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current construction rates remain constant, the supply of housing could fall behind population growth, which would likely intensify buyer competition and support price appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Pakenham
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 14 current infrastructure and development projects inside Pakenham, worth an estimated $7.19 billion. A further 123 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $45.1 billion. 52 are already under construction and 58 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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Few elements impact local performance as significantly as changes to local infrastructure, major construction developments, and planning schemes. In total, 17 projects have been identified by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the area. Principal developments include Pakenham Community Hospital, Kala Estate, Enterprise Industry Park, and Pakenham Place Redevelopment, with the following list detailing those expected to be of greatest significance.
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Pakenham Community Hospital
The Pakenham Community Hospital is a public healthcare facility providing non-emergency urgent care, chemotherapy, dialysis, and diagnostic services. Managed by Monash Health and built by Lendlease, the three-level facility reached structural completion in November 2025. It is designed to alleviate pressure on Casey and Dandenong Hospitals by offering 114,000 annual patient treatments across two levels of clinical space, supported by 150 parking spaces.
Pakenham Revitalisation Project - Stage 1 (Main Street Gateway)
Stage 1 delivers the Main Street Gateway streetscape upgrade between Drake Place and the Henty Street roundabout. Works include wider footpaths, new pedestrian crossings, upgraded lighting, street furniture, landscaping, updated parking layouts and improved outdoor dining and community spaces. Council endorsed detailed design in June 2024. Tendering is active July to August 2025 with contractor appointment targeted for September 2025. Construction is expected October 2025 to April 2026.
Pakenham Place Shopping Centre Redevelopment
Approved redevelopment and refurbishment of Pakenham Place Shopping Centre by Banco Group and Leaf Corporation. The concept retains Coles and adds Aldi as a second supermarket, fresh food, cafes, restaurants, specialty shops and a laneway-style Eat Street food precinct between the car park and main centre. The developer and centre websites still promote the redevelopment and leasing, but recent reporting indicates the broader centre has remained partly vacant and stalled, so timing is uncertain rather than active construction.
Enterprise Industry Park
Enterprise Industry Park is a 27ha masterplanned industrial estate in Melbourne's south-east developed by ESR Australia in partnership with Mitsubishi Estate Asia. The estate will deliver approximately 70,000sqm of premium industrial and logistics facilities with direct Princes Freeway frontage, targeting 4 Star Green Star Buildings v1 certification. The first facility has reached practical completion for BekaertDeslee, while additional warehouses are under construction and scheduled for completion through August 2026.
The Rise Estate - Pakenham
Boutique greenfield subdivision in central Pakenham delivering 202 house and land lots alongside an 11,000 sqm local commercial precinct. Stages 1 and 2 were completed and handed over in November 2024, with many buyers already underway on their new homes. Stages 3 and 4 are in construction and progressing on schedule, with completion and handover anticipated across 2025 and 2026. The estate is marketed by KR Peters Real Estate with on-site sales at 110 Pakenham Road.
Kala Estate
A masterplanned residential community in Pakenham East featuring 500+ homes with a central park, playground, green belt, and natural wetlands. Construction is actively underway with Stages 1 and 2 nearing completion and strong progress along Mount Ararat South Road as of April 2026.
Maple Grove Estate
Masterplanned residential community in Pakenham East for approximately 3,200 residents. Features over 1,000 lots, 7.5 hectares of green space, a proposed primary school, community centre, and playgrounds. Located 550 metres from the new East Pakenham Train Station.
Pakenham East Precinct (Honora Fields)
A 630 hectare masterplanned greenfield community on the eastern edge of Pakenham delivering around 7,200 homes for more than 22,000 residents. The precinct includes multiple schools, community centres, sports reserves, parks, a town centre and local convenience centre. Civil works and residential development continue across Stockland Averley, Parklea Ridgelea and Satterley Maple Grove. During 2026 Geographic Names Victoria reserved the proposed suburb name Honora Fields but required Cardinia Shire Council to undertake a further compliant community consultation before final registration of the suburb name.
29,790 residents of Pakenham are employed, from a labour force of 31,600. Unemployment sits at 5.7%, with participation at 70.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 50,690, about 87% 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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Pakenham features a skilled labor pool, with the building sector being notably well represented. The local unemployment rate stands at 5.7%, and estimated employment growth reached 3.6% over the preceding year, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 29,790 residents are employed. This unemployment rate is 1.0% above the 4.8% rate seen across Greater Melbourne, while workforce participation matches Greater Melbourne's rate of 70.2%. Census figures indicate that a modest 17.9% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 lockdowns should be kept in mind.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The region exhibits a highly concentrated specialization in manufacturing, with an employment share 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for only 4.6% of Pakenham's workforce compared to 10.1% in Greater Melbourne. The local area appears to provide a limited number of jobs internally, as shown by comparing the count of the Census working population against the resident population. Based on AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical regions, during the year leading to March 2026, employment numbers rose by 3.6% and the total labor force grew by 3.6%, while unemployment experienced no meaningful change. This differs from Greater Melbourne, which saw employment rise by 2.1%, the labor force expand by 2.3%, and unemployment increase by 0.2 percentage points. The national employment forecasts from May-25 issued by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional perspective on potential future demand in Pakenham. These projections, spanning five and ten-year intervals, have been compared against the local employment profile to estimate growth trajectories. While national employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expected growth rates vary widely by industry. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to Pakenham's current workforce composition suggests local jobs should increase by 6.1% over five years and 13.0% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not account for localized population growth projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Pakenham is $1,664 a week (about $87,000 a year), with median personal income at $783 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $50,838 a year against an average of $57,592. 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 income levels in Pakenham are below the national average according to the latest financial year 2023 ATO statistics aggregated by AreaSearch. The median taxpayer income is $50,838 and the average taxpayer income is $57,592, which compares to Greater Melbourne averages of $57,688 and $75,164. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $55,729 (median) and $63,132 (average) as of March 2026. Census data shows that household, family, and personal incomes all rank modestly in Pakenham, sitting between the 45th and 45th percentiles.
Income distribution data indicates the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the most common, containing 39.9% of residents (23,216 people), which resembles regional patterns where 32.8% fall in this bracket. Housing affordability pressures are major, with only 81.6% of income remaining, placing the area in the 43rd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Pakenham had 18,448 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 1% apartments. 48% are owned with a mortgage, 32% rented and 20% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $351 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 21.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.0%. 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 in Pakenham at the time of the latest Census consisted of 86.4% separate houses and 13.6% other property types (semi-detached dwellings, apartments, and alternative structures), compared to Melbourne metro's composition of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, home ownership rates in Pakenham were lower than in Melbourne metro at 19.5%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (48.3%) or tenants (32.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was recorded at $1,733, which is well below the Melbourne metro average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent stood at $351, compared to Melbourne metro's $390.
Across Australia, Pakenham's mortgage costs are lower than the national average of $1,863, and rents are below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Pakenham counted 18,448 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 19,835 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units make up the largest share of households at 75.6%, which is split into 37.0% couples with children, 22.8% couples without children, and 14.7% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 24.4%, with single-person households at 21.6% and group households representing 2.8% of the total. The median household size of 2.8 people exceeds the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
20.6% of adults in Pakenham hold a university qualification, including 13.6% with a bachelor degree and 4.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 27.0% hold a vocational qualification. 13 schools serve the area, with 9,329 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,002 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 local area presents educational hurdles, with university graduation rates at 20.6%, which is substantially lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This scenario provides both an obstacle and a chance to introduce targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 13.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.8%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 39.7% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.7%) and certificates (27.0%). Engagement in learning is particularly high, with 32.7% of the population actively enrolled in formal study.
This comprises 12.6% attending primary schools, 7.7% in secondary schools, and 3.9% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Pakenham reaches 172 stops on 12 routes, timetabled for about 3,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 270 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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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Analysis of public transport options shows 172 active stops operating in the suburb of Pakenham, comprising a combination of train stations and bus stops. These points are connected by 12 distinct routes, which together provide 3,319 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is classified as good, with residents typically living 274 meters from their closest transport stop. Due to the area's residential nature, the majority of working residents travel outward, with cars remaining the main mode of travel at 90%, and trains accounting for 6%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.5 per home, exceeding the regional average.
About 17.9% of residents worked from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting COVID-19 rules). Service frequency averages 474 trips per day across all transport routes, representing approximately 19 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the central point of the location.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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69.5% of residents in Pakenham report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 75% of areas nationally. 5.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.7% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.8 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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Pakenham faces major health issues based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the occurrence of chronic illnesses. Common health conditions are widely distributed, showing a slightly higher rate among older demographics. Additionally, the proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at approximately 50% of the total population (~28,895 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. Mental health difficulties and asthma were identified as the most common medical conditions in the area, affecting 9.3% and 9.0% of residents respectively. Conversely, 69.5% of individuals reported having no medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Health outcomes within the working-age cohort are generally average. The area has 12.9% of its population aged 65 and over (7,506 people), which is below Greater Melbourne's figure of 15.0%. Health indicators among seniors show some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
29.4% of Pakenham residents were born overseas and 24.5% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (25.6%) and Australian (24.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Pakenham displays greater cultural diversity than the majority of local markets, with 29.4% of its residents born outside Australia and 24.5% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity stands as the primary religion, representing 40.8% of Pakenham's residents. The most visible overrepresentation is found in the Other category, which accounts for 4.8% of the population compared to 2.3% in Greater Melbourne. Regarding family heritage (parents' country of birth), the three largest groups represented in Pakenham are English, accounting for 25.6% of the population (notably higher than the regional average of 20.1%), Australian, making up 24.6% of the population (notably higher than the regional average of 18.4%), and Other, representing 14.7% of the population.
There are also distinct variations in the presence of other backgrounds: Dutch is notably overrepresented at 2.3% of Pakenham (vs 1.2% regionally), Sri Lankan at 1.1% (vs 0.8%), and Hungarian at 0.4% (vs 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Pakenham is 33, younger than 86% of areas nationally. 28.8% 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 33, Pakenham is notably younger than Greater Melbourne at 37 and is significantly below the national average of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Pakenham has a higher percentage of residents aged 5 - 14 (14.7%) but a lower share of people aged 55 - 64 (8.3%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 15.7% to 16.9% of the population, whereas the 25 to 34 age bracket decreased from 17.6% to 16.5%. Population projections for 2041 suggest major demographic changes for Pakenham, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow the fastest at 52%, adding 3,329 residents to reach 9,730.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Pakenham
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 14 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 — 1,289 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (54,118 at the 2021 Census → 58,187 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 (SAL22027). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.