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Paynesville (Vic.) has an estimated 3,701 residents, up from 3,636 at the 2021 Census — a change of 65 people, or 1.8%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years, slower than 81% of areas nationally. 158 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 647 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 ABS demographic updates for the wider region and recent address validations conducted by AreaSearch after the Census, the suburb of Paynesville (Vic.) has an estimated population of 3,701 as of May 2026. This represents an addition of 65 people (1.8%) from the 2021 Census, which registered 3,636 residents. The shift is calculated from the resident population of 3,701, calculated by AreaSearch using the newest ABS ERP figures from June 2025 alongside an extra 158 validated new addresses recorded after the Census. This population level yields a density of 647 persons per square kilometer, indicating substantial personal space and potential capacity for additional housing.
The 1.8% post-census growth rate for the suburb of Paynesville (Vic.) is within 0.5 percentage points of the broader SA3 region (2.3%), showcasing solid local growth dynamics. In recent times, population expansion in the area was mostly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 83.0% of the total demographic increase. AreaSearch implements ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 zone, published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 territories lacking this data, AreaSearch utilizes regional and LGA projections from the VIC State Government released in 2023, modifying them via a weighted aggregation of population growth transitioning from LGA to SA2 tiers. The age group growth rates derived from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at upcoming demographic patterns, outstanding population growth in the top 10 percent of all non-metropolitan areas is anticipated over the timeframe, with the suburb of Paynesville (Vic.) projected to add 1,825 residents by 2041 based on aggregated SA2-level forecasts, representing an overall increase of 49.3% across the 16 years.
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198 new dwellings have been approved in Paynesville (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 39 a year. That places the area in the 50th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 11 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 24 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 96% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 37, 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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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approval statistics distributed from regional data, Paynesville has averaged about 39 annual approvals for new dwellings, totaling an estimated 198 residential projects over the previous 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 34 approvals have been documented. Since there has been a average of only 0.5 new residents per year for each dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), new housing starts are keeping pace with or running ahead of demand, presenting prospective buyers with more choices and paving the way for population increases that might outpace current forecasts, with new dwellings carrying an average build cost of $393,000—slightly above regional benchmarks—suggesting a focus on higher-quality designs.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals worth $13,000 have been logged during this financial year, showing very quiet commercial development activity. Compared to the Rest of Vic. region, Paynesville displays slightly elevated building activity (30.0% higher than the regional average per capita over the 5 year period), preserving buyer options while underpinning existing real estate values, even though construction volumes have decelerated in recent times. This level of activity is considerably above the national benchmark, indicating high developer confidence in the area. Recent construction projects consist of 96.0% detached houses and 4.0% townhouses or apartments, retaining the region's low-density profile with a focus on single dwellings that draw buyers looking for extra space. There are roughly 157 people for every housing approval in this market, pointing to a low-density environment. Demographic projections indicate Paynesville is on track to add 1,825 residents up to 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current construction paces, residential supply could find it difficult to keep up with demographic growth, which may intensify competition among buyers and support upward pressure on prices.
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Development applications around Paynesville (Vic.)
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 Paynesville (Vic.), worth an estimated $110 million. A further 24 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $1.26 billion. 11 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and sports & recreation. 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 real estate performance as much as adjustments to regional infrastructure, key projects, and town planning initiatives. In total, 7 projects have been flagged by AreaSearch as likely to influence the local area. Principal developments include Paynesville Park Estate, Palm Lake Resort Paynesville, Paynesville Slip Road Maritime Precinct Upgrade, and Encore Living Paynesville, with the list below highlighting the most significant undertakings.
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Paynesville Slip Road Maritime Precinct Upgrade
A comprehensive upgrade of the Paynesville maritime precinct involving the replacement of aging seawalls and the construction of new jetties to provide approximately 40 new berths. The project includes a significant expansion of the boat ramp to be longer and deeper, enhanced car and boat trailer parking, and the creation of new boardwalks and pedestrian pathways. Integrated landscaping and drainage improvements are also being implemented to support regional tourism and the local marine industry.
Gippsland Lakes Shared Community Hub
Redevelopment of the Gippsland Lakes Yacht Club into a multi-purpose community hub. The facility will serve as a home for water sports and community groups, featuring boat storage, meeting rooms, social spaces, a public deck, and a function hall. As of January 2026, the project is in the final design refinement phase with the Project Reference Group before moving to tender.
Palm Lake Resort Paynesville
Luxury over-50s resort-style community featuring 195 designer homes, a world-class Latitude Country Club with extensive amenities including Milon Gymnasium, pools, cinema, and bowling green in a lakeside setting. The resort is currently under construction, with an estimated completion date of 2027.
Paynesville Park Estate
A 16.41-hectare residential land estate on the edge of Paynesville, offering house and land packages with access from Newlands Drive, King Street, and Coast Avenue. The estate has reached its final stage, with construction now finished and land titles available for the remaining lots. It features open reserve space and walking paths, and is close to Paynesville Primary School, a childcare centre, and the town's sports and recreation precinct, with a short walk to the Esplanade foreshore.
Shearwater Residential Development (59-Lot Stage)
Proposal by Resi Ventures for the first stage of the Shearwater development, which involves a 59-lot residential subdivision on 10.702 hectares. The project includes roads, paths, landscaping, a public reserve, drainage, stormwater treatment, and habitat creation for environmental protection. It is a Controlled Action under the EPBC Act due to potential impacts on Latham Snipe and the Gippsland Lakes Ramsar Site. The wider Shearwater project is ultimately planned for 485 lots.
Encore Living Paynesville
A resort-style, pet-friendly retirement village for independent over-50s in the Gippsland Lakes region, featuring 93 two- and three-bedroom villas and a community hub with a salt-chlorinated indoor pool, gym, lounge, and dining areas. Construction on display villas and the village has commenced, with an expanded plan for up to 130 independent living units.
Paynesville Growth Area Structure Plan (C172egip)
Amendment C172egip implements the Paynesville Growth Area Structure Plan (PGASP) into the East Gippsland Planning Scheme. It rezones land from Farming Zone to General Residential Zone to accommodate approximately 1,375 new homes and associated community and commercial uses over a 30-year horizon.
Lincoln Lifestyle Eagle Point
A premium masterplanned over-50s land lease community by Lincoln Place delivering 203 architecturally designed two- and three-bedroom single-storey homes on a 10.2-hectare site near Paynesville in Victoria's Gippsland Lakes region. Civil works commenced with a sod-turn ceremony on 15 March 2026, with local contractor Rowe Constructions engaged. First residents are expected in early 2027. Resort-style amenities will include a clubhouse with cinema, library and alfresco dining, a heated indoor pool, wellness centre with gym, competition bowls green, and a pickleball court.Homes are built to Liveable Housing Australia Silver Standard and include solar panels and water tanks. The land lease model means no stamp duty, entry, exit, body-corporate or council rates for homeowners.
1,332 residents of Paynesville (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 1,385. Unemployment sits at 3.8%, with participation at 42.0%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 3,047, about 82% 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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Paynesville features a diverse workforce containing a mix of office-based and manual workers, with strong representation in essential service sectors, a jobless rate of just 3.8%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.3% over the prior year, based on AreaSearch's compiled regional statistics. In March 2026, the employed resident count stood at 1,332, while the unemployment rate is 0.1% higher than the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%, and labor force participation is notably lower (42.0% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic.). Census data indicates that a moderate 15.9% of the workforce performed their duties from home, though the influence of pandemic restrictions should be kept in mind.
The primary employment sectors for local workers are healthcare & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The community shows a strong concentration in healthcare & social assistance, with its employment share sitting at 1.3 times the regional average. In contrast, agricultural, forestry, and fishing jobs are underrepresented, making up only 1.1% of local employment compared to the regional benchmark of 7.5%. This mostly residential community seems to present few local employment options, as shown by comparing the count of working residents against those employed within the boundaries of the area. According to AreaSearch's examination of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from regional datasets, the 12-month timeframe saw a job increase of 3.3% alongside a 2.9% rise in the active labor force, which lowered the jobless rate by 0.4 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Vic. saw employment shrink by 0.1% and the labor force contract by 0.3%, with its unemployment rate dropping by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective employment needs in Paynesville. These projections, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with local employment sectors to model future trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these trajectories vary widely by industry. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the local workforce mix indicates that employment in the area would expand by 6.7% over five years and 14.0% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted calculation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
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Median household income in Paynesville (Vic.) is $987 a week (about $51,000 a year), with median personal income at $561 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $40,571 a year against an average of $51,383. 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 the newest postcode-level ATO data released by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in Paynesville earn a median income of $40,571, with an average of $51,383. This sits below the national benchmark, and compares to a median of $50,954 and average of $62,728 across Regional Vic. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current calculations suggest figures of approximately $44,474 (median) and $56,326 (average) as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in Paynesville all sit between the 3rd and 7th percentiles on a national scale.
The local income distribution is dominated by the $400 - 799 bracket, which contains 32.9% of residents (1,217 people), in contrast to the wider region where the $1,500 - 2,999 category is most common at 30.3%. Households with lower incomes are highly represented, with 40.1% bringing in less than $800 per week, pointing to financial strains for many locals. Although housing outlays are modest, leaving residents with 87.5% of their income, total disposable income sits in only the 6th percentile across the country.
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Paynesville (Vic.) had 1,669 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 1% apartments. 20% are owned with a mortgage, 22% rented and 58% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $310 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,225 a month. Rent absorbs 31.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Paynesville consisted of 85.7% detached houses and 14.4% alternative dwellings (townhouses, apartments, and other housing types), compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% alternative options in Regional Vic. At the same time, the rate of outright home ownership in Paynesville was considerably higher than the Regional Vic. level, standing at 58.4%, while the remaining properties were split between those with a mortgage (20.0%) and rentals (21.6%). The median monthly home loan payment was significantly below the Regional Vic. average at $1,225, while the median weekly rent was logged at $310, compared to Regional Vic.
levels of $1,430 and $285. Nationwide, monthly mortgage outlays in Paynesville are far below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well below the national figure of $375.
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Paynesville (Vic.) counted 1,669 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.0 people each. 13% are couples with children, fewer than in 95% of areas nationally, against 42% couples without children. 34% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 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 homes at 63.6%, consisting of 13.4% couples raising children, 42.2% couples with no children, and 7.3% single parent households. The remaining 36.4% consists of non-family households, where single-person households account for 33.9% and group living situations make up 2.5% of the total. The median household size of 2.0 people is below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
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17.2% of adults in Paynesville (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 11.2% with a bachelor degree and 3.0% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 76% of areas nationally. A further 28.5% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 96 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 952 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 community experiences educational gaps, with university completion rates (17.2%) sitting considerably below the VIC state benchmark of 33.4%. This highlights both a local difficulty and a potential focus area for targeted learning programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 11.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (3.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 41.9% of citizens aged 15+ holding practical credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.4%) and certificate qualifications (28.5%). Individuals enrolled in school or university make up 17.1% of the local population.
This proportion is comprised of 7.0% in primary school, 4.2% in high school, and 1.4% undertaking higher education.
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Getting around Paynesville (Vic.) means driving: households keep an average of 1.3 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transit statistics show 2 operating transit stops inside Paynesville. These facilities are utilized by 2 distinct routes, which combine to offer 67 weekly passenger services. Transport connection is classified as limited, with locals living an average of 811 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential character of the area, most workers travel out of the suburb for employment, and cars remain the preferred transport method at 96%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.3 per household, which is below the regional norm. Furthermore, 15.9% of locals worked from home (2021 Census; potentially influenced by pandemic conditions).
Services run at an average of 9 times per day across the network, which translates to roughly 33 weekly departures at each individual stop.
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50.8% of residents in Paynesville (Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 10.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.7 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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Paynesville exhibits notable health vulnerabilities based on AreaSearch's analysis of death rates and the frequency of ongoing illnesses, with typical health issues being relatively common in both younger and older demographics, while the share of residents with private health insurance is quite low at roughly 47% of the overall population (~1,748 people). This compares to 50.5% throughout Regional Vic. and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded locally were arthritis and mental health conditions, affecting 14.1 and 9.6% of the population, respectively, while 50.8% of residents reported having no ongoing medical conditions, compared to 63.4% in Regional Vic.
The working-age bracket exhibits clear health vulnerabilities, with higher rates of long-term illnesses. People aged 65 and over make up 44.2% of the local population (1,635 people), which is significantly higher than the 23.9% average in Regional Vic., with national percentiles matching the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Paynesville (Vic.) is largely Australian-born, at 82.6% of residents, with 3.1% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (37.2%) and Australian (27.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Paynesville has a lower level of cultural variety compared to typical areas, with 82.6% of residents born in Australia, 92.4% holding citizenship, and 96.9% speaking only English at home. The predominant faith is Christianity, which is practiced by 49.3% of the local population, compared to 47.3% across Regional Vic. Looking at ancestral origins, the three most common backgrounds in Paynesville are English, representing 37.2% of the population (which is notably higher than the regional average of 30.7%), Australian at 27.2%, and Scottish at 10.8%. There are also distinct variations in other backgrounds: Dutch ancestry is slightly higher at 1.8% (versus 1.7% regionally), French stands at 0.6% (versus 0.3%), and Irish is recorded at 9.2% (versus 9.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Paynesville (Vic.) is 61, older than 99% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 14.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 61 years in Paynesville is substantially higher than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and sits well above the national median of 38 years. Compared to the Regional Vic. average, the 65 - 74 age group is highly overrepresented (22.3% of the local population), whereas the 35 - 44 bracket is underrepresented (7.0%). This concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is far higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Following the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket expanded from 5.7% to 7.0% of the population, while the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 15.9% to 17.1%.
Conversely, the 65 to 74 group decreased from 24.6% to 22.3%, and the 55 to 64 category contracted from 16.8% to 15.2%. Looking forward to 2041, population projections indicate notable changes in the age profile, with the 65 to 74 demographic expected to grow by 281 people (34%) from 825 to 1,107.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Paynesville (Vic.)
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 — 158 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,636 at the 2021 Census → 3,701 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 (SAL22049). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.