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Peppermint Grove has an estimated 1,727 residents, up from 1,597 at the 2021 Census — a change of 130 people, or 8.1%. Growth has averaged 0.7% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 90.0% of that increase. That puts 1,614 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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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Peppermint Grove has an estimated population of approximately 1,727 residents, according to AreaSearch evaluations combining broader ABS demographic updates with post-Census address validations. This represents an expansion of 130 people (8.1%) from the 1,597 people recorded during the 2021 Census. This upward trend is established from an ERP figure of 1,727 derived by AreaSearch through the ABS release in June 2025 alongside 1 validated new addresses confirmed following the Census. In terms of population density, the suburb of Peppermint Grove stands at 1,614 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average across nationally tracked locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
The post-Census expansion rate of 8.1% in the suburb of Peppermint Grove trails the national benchmark (9.5%) by only 1.4 percentage points, highlighting solid underlying demographic performance. The predominant contributor to local population growth has been overseas migration, accounting for nearly 90.0% of all recent additions. SA2-specific projections published by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024 (referencing a 2022 baseline) form the framework for AreaSearch's demographic modeling. To project forward beyond 2032 and account for locations lacking specific SA2 data, AreaSearch incorporates age-cohort growth rates drawn from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (published in 2023 utilizing 2022 data). Looking at long-term trajectories, the suburb of Peppermint Grove is slated for population growth tracking above the national statistical area median. Through aggregated SA2 projections, the suburb of Peppermint Grove is anticipated to add 288 persons by 2041, representing a cumulative increase of 16.7% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
62 new dwellings have been approved in Peppermint Grove over the past five years, an average of 12 a year. That is 7.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 1, well below 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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Examining ABS residential approval statistics aggregated across statistical boundaries, AreaSearch indicates that Peppermint Grove has maintained an average volume of approximately 12 dwelling approvals each year, accumulating roughly 62 homes over the previous 5 financial years. In FY-25 to date, 1 approvals have been documented. Over the preceding 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, the local influx averaged only 1 people annually for each completed residence, meaning incoming supply matches or outstrips local requirement, broadening options for purchasers and providing room for demographic gains beyond current estimates. Furthermore, incoming dwellings carry an average construction value of $1,765,000, underscoring an emphasis by developers on high-end, luxury residential builds.
Non-residential development has seen $3.5 million in commercial approvals during the current financial year, highlighting that local construction remains overwhelmingly centered on housing. On a per capita basis, building activity in Peppermint Grove surpasses Greater Perth by 71.0%, affording prospective homeowners extensive options, notwithstanding a recent moderation in construction volume. The composition of new residential projects is divided between detached dwellings at 67.0% and multi-unit or attached housing at 33.0%, highlighting an increasing presence of medium-density formats that diversify price points between conventional standalone residences and lower-cost compact units. Reflecting an established real estate landscape, the area averages roughly 430 people per dwelling approval. Longer-term projections derived from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly update indicate that Peppermint Grove will expand by 288 residents leading up to 2041. Under current construction trajectories, incoming residential inventory appears positioned to comfortably satisfy local requirements, sustaining advantageous buying environments and potentially enabling population increases above current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 79 current infrastructure and development projects close to Peppermint Grove, worth an estimated $20.1 billion. 13 are already under construction and 28 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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Strategic planning, capital works, and major development undertakings play a foundational role in shaping an area's trajectory. AreaSearch has pinpointed 5 projects within the vicinity that are poised to influence the surrounding urban environment. Leading developments include the Mosman Park Village Precinct Structure Plan, 572 Stirling Highway Residential Development, Cottesloe Village Precinct and Town Centre Redevelopment, and Ocean Village Cottesloe, with detailed overviews of prominent initiatives provided below.
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Cottesloe Village Precinct and Town Centre Redevelopment
A transformative mixed-use revitalisation of the Cottesloe town centre. The project, led by Sirona Urban, features 125 luxury residences, a 128-room 5-star boutique hotel, and 2,400sqm of retail and hospitality space. Key elements include the activation of laneways, a new mid-block pedestrian link connecting Napoleon Street to the Cottesloe METRONET station, and significant public realm enhancements to improve local connectivity.
Ocean Village Cottesloe
A six level luxury apartment building with 38 premium residences opposite Cottesloe Beach, offering ocean views, generous balconies and high end finishes, designed by MJA Studio for Blackburne and 3West Group.
Mosman Park Village Precinct Structure Plan
A comprehensive structure plan for the Mosman Park town centre to guide future development, improve pedestrian connectivity, enhance public spaces and support mixed-use development near the train station.
Cottesloe Foreshore Revitalisation Project
Staged revitalisation of the Cottesloe Beach foreshore along Marine Parade between Forrest Street and Eric Street, delivered by the Town of Cottesloe. Council adopted the Foreshore Masterplan in 2018 and approved detailed construction drawings in 2021. In May 2026 the Town secured $10 million from the Australian Government's Urban Precincts and Partnerships Program, which combined with a $5 million Town contribution funds Stage One, representing about half of the overall works. Stage One converts Carpark One into public open space with terraced seating, an event plaza and landscaped community areas, widens footpaths along Marine Parade, adds traffic calming to create safer shared space for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles, and delivers improved universal beach access plus extensive tree planting.Later stages cover an active recreation hub with upgraded junior and main playgrounds and outdoor fitness facilities, and the North Cottesloe piazza and coastal gardens. The Town continues discussions with the State Government to fund the balance of the project. Construction is expected to run about three years once it commences, with completion anticipated in late 2028 or 2029.
572 Stirling Highway Residential Development
A proposed residential development on Stirling Highway featuring modern apartments designed to complement the existing streetscape while providing additional housing options in the area.
7-11 Station Street Mixed-Use Precinct
A landmark mixed-use precinct by Sirona Urban that received Western Australian Planning Commission approval on 19 June 2025 under Part 17 of the Planning and Development Act. The Architectus-designed development will replace existing low-rise retail buildings on a 3,200 square metre site adjacent to Cottesloe Station with two towers of 15 and 17 storeys above a three-storey podium. It comprises 125 apartments (5 studios, 4 one-bedroom, 65 two-bedroom, 49 three-bedroom and 2 four-bedroom), a 128-room boutique five-star hotel with restaurant, function area, lounge, bar, co-working spaces and pool, around 1,300 square metres of ground-floor commercial, retail and hospitality space, and four levels of basement parking with 289 bays.A new pedestrian link will connect Station Street to De Nardi Lane, with podium-level amenities including a pool, cocktail lounge and gym. The project is intended to act as a catalyst for broader Cottesloe town centre revitalisation. A hotel operator is yet to be announced, and detailed design and marketing are underway following approval.
Cottesloe Foreshore Redevelopment Project
Major redevelopment of the Cottesloe foreshore to improve beach access, create additional recreational space, reduce traffic, and improve pedestrian access. Includes an amphitheater of grass terraces, a lookout and fitness area, and a pedestrian piazza.
116-130 Wellington Street Mixed Use Development
A proposed mixed-use development combining residential apartments with ground floor commercial spaces to revitalize the Wellington Street corridor and provide diverse housing options.
817 residents of Peppermint Grove are employed, from a labour force of 862. Unemployment sits at 5.2%, with participation at 58.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.5% 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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Aggregated statistical boundaries compiled by AreaSearch reveal that Peppermint Grove features an exceptionally qualified labor market alongside a 5.2% unemployment rate, underpinned by substantial representation in professional services. Across the locality, 817 residents are currently employed as of March 2026. The local unemployment level exceeds the 4.2% figure seen across Greater Perth by 1.0%, whereas labor force participation is notably subdued at 58.0% compared to 69.9% across the broader metropolitan area. Furthermore, 17.8% of local workers reported working from home at the Census, although these findings must be viewed in the context of Covid-19 restrictions.
Workforce employment in the area is heavily concentrated across health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training. Professional & technical roles constitute a distinct area of local specialization, with a worker concentration reaching 2.0 times the wider regional proportion. In contrast, construction represents a smaller footprint locally, accounting for 4.0% of workers against the 9.3% regional benchmark. Comparing the tally of working residents with local jobs shows that while some local positions exist, a large share of the resident workforce commutes outside the suburb for employment. Analysis of SALM and ABS figures aggregated from broader statistical regions indicates that over the 12-month period, the local labor pool expanded by 0.9% while employed positions contracted by 1.1%, resulting in a 1.9 percentage point rise in unemployment. Across Greater Perth over the same timeline, employment grew by 2.0%, the labor pool increased by 2.5%, and unemployment experienced a 0.4 percentage point uptick. For forward-looking indicators, national employment forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26 provide perspective on emerging labor demand within Peppermint Grove. When applying these five and ten-year national trajectories to the local industry distribution, projected local employment expansion is estimated at 7.5% over five years and 15.2% over ten years, even as overall nationwide employment is anticipated to grow by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years (note that this extrapolation uses simple weighting for illustrative purposes and excludes local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Peppermint Grove is $4,565 a week (about $237,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,501 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $94,002 a year against an average of $233,479. The average runs 148% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO postcode-level data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that Peppermint Grove residents recorded a median taxpayer earnings figure of $94,002 and an average of $233,479, placing the community within the highest percentile across the country. In contrast, Greater Perth registered a median of $60,748 and an average of $80,248. Factoring in an Wage Price Index increase of 10.93% following financial year 2023, updated earnings are estimated at roughly $104,276 (median) and $258,998 (average) as of March 2026. Findings from the 2021 Census position local family, household, and individual incomes between the 97th and 99th percentiles nationwide.
In terms of distribution, 54.3% of the populace (comprising 937 individuals) falls into the top $4000+ weekly earnings tier, whereas the broader region is centered in the $1,500 - 2,999 category (32.0%). Financial capacity remains substantial, with 62.4% of households generating over $3,000 per week, fostering high disposable expenditure. After attending to housing commitments, households preserve 92.1% of income, placing the area in the 10th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Peppermint Grove had 523 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 78% detached houses and 12% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 21% rented and 51% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $440 a week and the median mortgage repayment $4,167 a month, a total housing cost higher than 85% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 9.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census assessments show the residential stock of Peppermint Grove consisting of 77.8% detached houses alongside 22.2% multi-unit and other dwelling types (including semi-detached units, apartments, and other residential formats), closely tracking Perth metro's composition of 77.8% houses and 22.1% alternative dwellings. Outright property ownership stands at 51.0%, substantially exceeding the metropolitan standard, while mortgaged residences represent 28.2% and tenanted properties account for 20.8%. Monthly mortgage costs average $4,167 at the median, considerably above the Perth metro figure of $1,907 and the broader Australian average of $1,863. Similarly, typical weekly rents of $440 outstrip both the metropolitan benchmark of $350 and the national level of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Peppermint Grove counted 523 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 566 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 32% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the primary household structure, representing 77.2% of all homes; this is broken down into couples with offspring (37.3%), couples without offspring (31.7%), and single-parent households (6.9%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 22.8% of dwellings, consisting of single-occupant homes at 22.0% and shared group households at 0.8%. The typical household comprises 2.7 people, slightly above the Greater Perth median of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
52.3% of adults in Peppermint Grove hold a university qualification, including 36.6% with a bachelor degree and 13.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 80% of areas nationally. A further 5.6% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,305 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,157 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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Attainment of higher education qualifications in Peppermint Grove is exceptionally strong compared to broader standards, with 52.3% of individuals aged 15+ possessing a tertiary degree, compared to 27.9% throughout WA and 30.1% across Greater Perth. This educational concentration underpins the community's engagement in professional knowledge sectors. Bachelor degrees make up the greatest share at 36.6%, followed by postgraduate credentials at 13.3% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Vocational and trade training comprises 14.0% of total qualifications among those aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.4%) and certificates (5.6%). Engagement with the education system is elevated, with 38.1% of the population currently participating in formal study.
This comprises 18.8% of residents attending secondary school, 9.5% pursuing tertiary education, and 6.8% enrolled in primary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Peppermint Grove reaches 17 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 980 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.9 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 assessment of public transport shows 17 functional stops across the suburb of Peppermint Grove, serviced by a network of buses. These facilities are linked by 7 separate routes that deliver a combined 983 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is rated as top-tier, with typical walking distances to a stop averaging 168 meters for residents. Being a largely residential neighborhood, most travel involves outward commuting; private vehicles dominate travel choices at 85%, while walking accounts for 6%. Household vehicle access averages 1.9 per dwelling, surpassing regional figures. In addition, 17.8% of the local workforce engaged in remote work (recorded at the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions).
Transit service frequency reaches an average of 140 trips daily across the broader route network, which translates to roughly 57 weekly departures for each designated stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.8% of residents in Peppermint Grove report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 90% of areas nationally. 2.8% need daily assistance with core activities. The standardised death rate runs at 4.1 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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Evaluating chronic disease prevalence and mortality statistics, AreaSearch records stellar health indicators throughout Peppermint Grove, with low rates of widespread health conditions observed across all age brackets. Private health insurance participation is remarkably widespread, encompassing approximately 120% of the aggregate resident population (equating to 2,069 people). By contrast, coverage stands at 59.0% across Greater Perth and 55.7% nationwide. Asthma and arthritis represent the primary chronic ailments documented locally, affecting 6.9 and 5.7% of the community respectively, while 74.8% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, higher than the 71.9% recorded across Greater Perth.
The working-age cohort exhibits robust general health with limited chronic illness. Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 21.2% of the local demographic (366 people), above the 15.9% proportion observed throughout Greater Perth, with older residents maintaining favorable health standings consistent with national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
28.3% of Peppermint Grove residents were born overseas and 10.6% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.1%) and Australian (24.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity metrics show Peppermint Grove tracking above average benchmarks, with 28.3% of the resident populace born abroad and 10.6% using a primary language other than English in the home. Christianity represents the predominant religious affiliation, encompassing 54.4% of residents. The most pronounced demographic variation is found in Judaism, which accounts for 1.2% of the local population versus 0.3% across Greater Perth. Looking at ancestral background via parental birthplace, the primary reported ancestries across Peppermint Grove are English (31.1%), Australian (24.0%), and Scottish (9.5%). Furthermore, specific groups exhibit higher concentrations relative to wider averages: French ancestry accounts for 1.4% (against 0.5% regionally), Welsh represents 1.0% (versus 0.7%), and South Australian comprises 1.2% (compared to 1.0%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Peppermint Grove is 41. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 31.9% 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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Demographically, the suburb of Peppermint Grove functions as a long-standing family enclave rather than an emerging locality. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates indicate that children and youth (0 - 24) account for 36.2% of residents compared to 30.5% throughout Greater Perth, whereas the 25 - 44 cohort represents 18.5% locally compared to 30.9% regionally. The median age is estimated at 41, decreasing from 42 at the 2021 Census, yet sitting 4 years higher than the Greater Perth benchmark of 37 at the 2021 Census. Specifically, the 25 - 44 age bracket has risen from 14.5% at the Census to an estimated 18.5% of the community.
Looking ahead to 2041, the largest demographic growth is projected among retirees and older residents (65+), who are expected to increase by 173 residents (47%) to reach 539.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Peppermint Grove
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) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 last month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, Local governments Daily | May 2026 4 months ago all 2 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 May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 1 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (1,597 at the 2021 Census → 1,727 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL51225). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.