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SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
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Research has an estimated 2,833 residents, up from 2,695 at the 2021 Census — a change of 138 people, or 5.1%. Overseas migration accounts for 61.0% of that increase. That puts 272 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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In the suburb of Research, the resident population is projected to be approximately 2,833 by May 2026, drawing from AreaSearch analyses of ABS updates and fresh addresses verified since the census. This indicates a 5.1% rise representing 138 additional individuals compared to the 2,695 citizens recorded during the 2021 Census. This adjustment stems from an AreaSearch population projection of 2,828, calculated using the June 2025 ABS ERP release alongside 12 newly verified addresses after the census date. Such a population size results in 272 residents per square kilometer, indicating low density living and opportunities for potential expansion.
The 5.1% population expansion in the suburb of Research since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 region's 1.8% rate, establishing it as a local growth frontrunner. The upward trajectory was largely underpinned by incoming international arrivals, which accounted for roughly 61.0% of the overall population rise in recent times. Projections for individual SA2 sectors utilized by AreaSearch align with the 2024 releases from Geoscience Australia and the ABS, using 2022 as their starting point. Where this information is unavailable, AreaSearch employs 2023 Victoria State Government Regional/LGA forecasts, adjusted by distributing LGA-level growth down to SA2 zones through weighted mapping. Growth trends segmented by age brackets derived from these allocations are also projected for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking at future patterns, the highest-growth statistical areas nationwide are expected to see notable gains, with this specific locality projected to add 761 residents by 2041 under aggregated SA2 forecasts, representing a overall expansion of 26.7% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
25 new dwellings have been approved in Research over the past five years, an average of 5 a year. That is 1.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 4, 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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Evaluations of ABS building statistics by AreaSearch show that Research averages approximately 5 home permits yearly, accumulating to an estimated 25 residences over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 4 building permits have been issued. With an average of 1.1 additional residents for every home built over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, supply and demand in the local market appear well aligned, supporting steady conditions, while residential projects carry a mean construction value of $772,000, pointing to developer focus on high-end, premium projects. Additionally, commercial building permits have reached $2.8 million this financial year, highlighting that the locality is primarily residential.
In comparison to Greater Melbourne, per capita construction activity in Research is running at about three-quarters the rate, placing the area in the 32nd percentile of all evaluated areas nationwide, which restricts options for buyers and increases demand for existing homes. This pace also falls short of the national average, reflecting a developed landscape and hinting at potential planning constraints. New construction is comprised of 80.0% standalone houses and 20.0% medium or high density housing like townhouses or apartments, which preserves the traditional low-density profile suited for families. This represents a notable shift from the present housing distribution, where standalone houses account for 99.0% of dwellings, indicating a scarcity of vacant land and a response to evolving lifestyle choices and budget constraints. The presence of 513 residents for every single residential building permit highlights a quiet, low-scale development landscape. Looking forward, the population of Research is expected to rise by 756 individuals by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. If current building rates do not increase, residential supply may not keep pace with population growth, potentially heightening competition among buyers and supporting rising property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Research
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 38 current infrastructure and development projects close to Research, worth an estimated $2.68 billion. 11 are already under construction and 12 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans sports & recreation, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and major works play a significant role in shaping the evolution of an area. AreaSearch has identified 6 projects in progress or planned that are expected to impact the local community. Notable works include the Kangaroo Ground Landfill Rehabilitation, safety upgrades on Eltham-Yarra Glen Road and Kangaroo Ground-St Andrews Road, expansion works at the Kangaroo Ground Cemetery, and intersection maintenance in Kangaroo Ground, with details provided below on the most relevant activities.
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Eltham Major Activity Centre
Strategic planning project for the Eltham Major Activity Centre to guide long-term land use, housing, employment, transport, public realm and urban design outcomes. The 2020 Structure Plan has now been implemented through Amendment C143nillPt1 to the Nillumbik Planning Scheme, providing the statutory framework for future redevelopment within the activity centre.
Eltham and Diamond Creek Major Activity Centres Structure Plans
A planning framework that translates the 2020 Eltham and Diamond Creek Major Activity Centre Structure Plans into the Nillumbik Planning Scheme via Amendments C143nill and C144nill. The amendments rezone the Eltham Industrial 3 land into Schedule 1 of the Activity Centre Zone, update local activity centre policy, refine the Significant Landscape Overlay for the Eltham Town Centre and apply tailored built form, height and design controls to the Diamond Creek centre. After formal exhibition in mid-2024, Council deferred panel referral to consider new State Government housing targets and Plan for Victoria reforms.In September 2025 Council's Planning and Consultation Committee reviewed submissions and resolved several refinements to gateway, landscape, colour palette and residential setback provisions. The amendments are progressing toward an Independent Planning Panel and ultimate Ministerial approval, and aim to manage growth in both centres through to 2030 while preserving local character, supporting 3 to 5 storey heights and improving public spaces.
Diamond Creek Community Infrastructure Master Plan
A comprehensive Council-led redevelopment of the Diamond Creek Community Centre precinct. The plan features a new Community Hub with a permanent library, neighbourhood house, and creative arts spaces. It also includes an Aquatic, Health and Fitness Centre comprising an indoor warm water pool and gym, while upgrading existing outdoor facilities. As of early 2026, benchmarking is complete and the draft master plan is scheduled for public exhibition in mid-late 2026.
Eltham Urban Congestion Fund Project
Traffic and transport upgrades across the Eltham Activity Centre to improve pedestrian safety, bus access and local traffic flow. Works include raised pedestrian crossings, kerb and footpath improvements, signal changes and Eltham Central Oval parking and drainage upgrades. Stages on Bible St and Eltham Central Oval are complete; Main Rd, Arthur St and St Laurence Lane works are underway with bus terminal works scheduled to finish by December 2025.
Alistair Knox Park Changing Places Facility
A $915,000 project to build new public toilets including Nillumbik's first Changing Places accessible toilet and change room in Alistair Knox Park, Eltham. The facility includes height-adjustable adult-sized change table, electronic hoist, accessible toilet, shower, plus two additional accessible toilets and four standard cubicles. Funded by Victorian Government and Council.
Andrew Pocket Park Development
A $1.5 million development of Andrew Pocket Park featuring new playground equipment, BBQ facilities, picnic tables, pathways, indigenous plantings, and improved parking. The project will create a modern community recreational space with nature-based play elements and accessible facilities for families in Eltham.
Eltham High School Upgrade and Modernisation
Upgrade and modernisation of the school's science facilities to provide improved teaching and learning spaces. The project received $8.94 million in the 2023-24 State Budget and reached forecast completion in Q2 2026.
Plenty River Flood Management Works
Comprehensive flood management program led by Melbourne Water to update flood mapping and planning controls for the Plenty River and Diamond Creek catchments. The project involves utilizing advanced computer modeling and community data to identify high-risk zones, update the Nillumbik Planning Scheme, and inform future mitigation infrastructure such as retarding basins and levees. This data-driven approach aims to improve climate resilience for new developments and emergency response strategies within the shire.
1,692 residents of Research are employed, from a labour force of 1,722. Unemployment sits at 1.7%, with participation at 74.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 2,134, about 75% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local workforce is highly educated, featuring a strong contingent of professionals, an unemployment rate of only 1.7%, and an estimated job growth rate of 2.8% over the past year based on AreaSearch statistical compilations. By March 2026, working residents numbered 1,692, while local unemployment sat 3.0% below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, and participation in the labor force was relatively typical, standing at 74.3% compared to 70.2% across Greater Melbourne. Census details show that a substantial 37.1% of working locals did so from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions.
The top sectors employing local residents are building and construction, medical and social services, alongside scientific and technical services. The workforce has a particularly high concentration in construction, which employing workers at 1.6 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, industrial manufacturing has a small footprint, employing 4.7% of workers compared to 7.2% across the wider region. This heavily residential community appears to provide few local employment options, as shown by comparing the count of locally employed workers against the total working resident population. According to SALM and ABS statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the year ending March 2026, the number of employed residents grew by 2.8% and the total workforce expanded by 2.9%, leading to a small 0.1 percentage point rise in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Melbourne saw employment grow by 2.1%, the workforce expand by 2.3%, and unemployment rise by 0.2 percentage points. Forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide additional context regarding future employment trends in Research. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future employment paths. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Applying these industry-specific projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment among residents will grow by 7.0% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, assuming a basic weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Research is $2,876 a week (about $150,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,053 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,055 a year against an average of $97,688. The average runs 63% 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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Tax data compiled by AreaSearch for the financial year 2023 places the income levels in the suburb of Research in the highest bracket nationwide. Taxpayers here record a median income of $60,055 and a mean income of $97,688, compared to $57,688 and $75,164 respectively for Greater Melbourne. Accounting for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since the financial year 2023, current estimates suggest figures of roughly $65,832 for median income and $107,086 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census confirms that household, family, and individual incomes in Research are elevated, placing in the 82nd to 95th percentiles across the country.
Data indicates that 32.8% of residents, representing 929 people, earn in the weekly bracket of $4000+, differing from the wider region where 32.8% earn between $1,500 - 2,999. High income earners are prominent, with 48.0% earning more than $3,000 weekly, pointing to robust household purchasing power. After meeting housing expenses, households retain 90.4% of their earnings, and the local SEIFA index for income places the area in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Research had 871 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 0% apartments. 48% are owned with a mortgage, 6% rented and 47% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $431 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,300 a month. Rent absorbs 15.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 18.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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During the most recent census, the housing profile of Research consisted of 98.6% standalone houses and 1.4% alternative housing types including semi-detached options and apartments, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative types across metropolitan Melbourne. Home ownership rates in Research were significantly higher than the metropolitan average at 46.7%, with remaining properties being purchased via a mortgage (47.5%) or rented (5.8%). The median mortgage payment of $2,300 monthly was well above the metropolitan Melbourne average of $2,000, while median weekly rent was recorded at $431, compared to $390 in the metro area.
Nationally, mortgage costs in Research are notably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents sit well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Research counted 871 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 916 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 49% are couples with children, more than in 94% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 14% 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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Families make up the vast majority of local households at 85.2%, consisting of 49.1% couples raising children, 28.1% couples without children, and 7.3% single parent arrangements. Non-family living situations account for the remaining 14.8%, with single-person households representing 13.7% and group homes making up 1.0% of the total. The median household occupancy of 3.0 persons is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
36.6% of adults in Research hold a university qualification, including 23.6% with a bachelor degree and 8.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 92% of areas nationally. A further 20.0% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 837 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,121 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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Educational attainment in this locality is distinct compared to the broader region, with tertiary graduation rates sitting at 36.6% of residents aged 15 and over, exceeding both the national rate of 30.4% and the SA4 regional average of 32.8%. This highlights a local focus on higher education. Undergraduates holding bachelor degrees make up 23.6%, followed by postgraduate degree holders at 8.1% and graduate diploma holders at 4.9%. Vocational education also has a strong footprint, with 31.0% of the population aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.0% and certificates at 20.0%.
Enrolment in education is strong, with 29.4% of the population participating in formal study. This cohort is made up of 9.9% in primary schooling, 9.1% in high schools, and 4.9% undertaking higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Research reaches 19 stops on 3 routes, timetabled for about 950 services a week. The typical home sits about 450 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 2.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport services in Research feature 19 active bus stops. These locations are connected by 3 separate routes, which combine to support 947 passenger journeys weekly. Local transit access is classified as moderate, with households situated an average of 453 meters from the nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, the majority of working residents travel outside the area for work, and driving remains the primary mode of travel for 93% of commuters. Households own an average of 2.2 vehicles, which is above the metropolitan average. A high 37.1% of the workforce worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Transit services average 135 runs per day across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 49 weekly runs for each individual stop.
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70.6% of residents in Research report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 84% of areas nationally. 3.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 65.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.9 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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Analyses of mortality and health metrics by AreaSearch indicate excellent health profiles for Research, showing a low occurrence of common medical conditions across all age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is high, encompassing roughly 65% of the community, which translates to 1,849 individuals. This exceeds the Greater Melbourne coverage rate of 56.7% and the national average of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis represent the most common health conditions locally, affecting 8.2% and 7.7% of residents. Meanwhile, 70.6% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Residents under the age of 65 experience better health profiles than the national average. Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 20.8% of the local population, representing 589 individuals, which is higher than the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 15.0%. Health outcomes among these older residents are strong, matching national averages for the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Research is largely Australian-born, at 85.7% of residents, with 6.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.1%) and Australian (26.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity metrics for Research sit below average, with 85.7% of the population born within Australia, 94.2% holding citizenship, and 93.2% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 44.9% of local residents. The most distinct relative overrepresentation is seen in Judaism, which accounts for 0.4% of the population compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at parental birthplaces, the most common ancestries in Research are English at 28.1% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 20.1%, Australian at 26.9%, which is higher than the regional average of 18.4%, and Irish at 9.9%.
Other ancestral backgrounds show notable local variations, with Dutch ancestry accounting for 2.4% of the population compared to 1.2% regionally, Hungarian ancestry at 0.4% compared to 0.3% regionally, and Scottish ancestry at 9.3% compared to 5.6% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Research is 44, older than 76% of areas nationally. 21.7% 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 44 in Research is higher than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national average of 38. The age bracket of 55 - 64 represents 15.8% of the population, whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is lower at 6.3%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort expanded from 4.4% to 5.9% of the population, and the 15 to 24 age bracket rose from 14.1% to 15.4%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 group declined from 15.1% to 13.4%, and the 25 to 34 bracket decreased from 7.5% to 6.3%.
Age modeling indicates that the demographic profile will shift by 2041. The 45 to 54 cohort is projected to expand by 34% representing 130 individuals, rising to 510 from 379. In contrast, the 0 to 4 age group is projected to see a modest 8% rise, adding only 10 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Research
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 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 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 — 12 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (2,695 at the 2021 Census → 2,833 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 (SAL22160). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.