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Sandringham (Vic.) has an estimated 11,553 residents, up from 10,926 at the 2021 Census — a change of 627 people, or 5.7%. 129 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 3,106 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 population of the suburb of Sandringham (Vic.) is estimated at around 11,553, based on AreaSearch assessments of broader ABS updates alongside post-Census validated new addresses. Compared to the 10,926 residents counted at the 2021 Census, this marks an expansion of 627 people (5.7%). This shift stems from an estimated resident population of 11,534 derived from the ABS ERP release in June 2025, combined with 129 validated new addresses confirmed after the Census date. With 3,105 persons per square kilometer, the population density of the suburb of Sandringham (Vic.)
places it in the upper quartile across locations evaluated nationally by AreaSearch. Over the past decade, the suburb of Sandringham (Vic.) has maintained a steady compound annual growth rate of 0.7%, outpacing the broader SA3 area, with overseas migration acting as virtually the sole driver of population gains during recent periods. To generate projections, AreaSearch incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia figures released in 2024 (using 2022 as the base year) across SA2 areas, supplemented by the VIC State Government's 2023 Regional/LGA projections via a weighted aggregation methodology from LGA to SA2 levels where required. These aggregations also provide age-group growth rates applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these aggregated SA2-level demographic projections, the suburb of Sandringham (Vic.) is anticipated to record population gains just below the national median, increasing by 1,208 persons to 2041 and achieving an overall gain of 10.3% across the 16 years.
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532 new dwellings have been approved in Sandringham (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 106 a year. That places the area in the 68th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 9 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 105 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 19% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 47, 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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Analysis of ABS building approvals allocated across statistical boundaries indicates that Sandringham has averaged roughly 106 approved dwellings annually, generating an estimated total of 532 residential dwellings across the past 5 financial years. Within FY-25 to date, 47 approvals have been logged. With an average of only 0.2 new residents per year per dwelling constructed across the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), local housing supply is matching or exceeding demand, widening buyer opportunities and facilitating potential population expansion ahead of forecasts. Furthermore, newly approved residential dwellings carry an average construction cost of $1,147,000, pointing to developer emphasis on high-end, premium residential projects.
Commercial activity has also seen $27.2 million in commercial development approvals recorded this financial year, representing a moderate volume of non-residential development. Sandringham records per-capita building activity on par with Greater Melbourne, maintaining steady equilibrium with nearby property markets. Recent approvals show a composition of 19.0% detached houses and 81.0% townhouses or apartments. This pivot toward higher-density planning provides accessible opportunities for first-home buyers, downsizers, and investors. It marks a noticeable departure from the prevailing housing stock (presently 50.0% houses), reflecting fewer available greenfield development parcels alongside growing demand for diverse, affordable dwelling types. Generating around 90 people per approval, Sandringham functions as a low density area. According to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch, future projections anticipate Sandringham expanding by 1,189 residents by 2041. Under existing residential construction volumes, forthcoming dwelling supply is well placed to satisfy demographic demand, creating advantageous conditions for property purchasers and potentially enabling local growth to outstrip current projections.
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Development applications around Sandringham (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 11 current infrastructure and development projects inside Sandringham (Vic.), worth an estimated $477 million. A further 126 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $48.7 billion. 43 are already under construction and 47 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities 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 investment, major development works, and planning initiatives significantly shape the area's ongoing trajectory. AreaSearch has tracked 29 projects expected to influence the locality, including prominent developments such as Sanctuary Sandringham, Miramar, The Coterie, and Beach Point Sandringham, alongside other key proposals detailed below.
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Sanctuary Sandringham
Boutique residential development featuring 71 apartments and 4 townhouses designed by CHT Architects. The project embodies affordable luxury with refined craftsmanship including 80mm European marble benchtops, European oak flooring, and double-glazed windows. Located adjacent to Heathland Sanctuary with landscaping by John Patrick featuring Australian native flora. Construction is progressing with structural works reaching Level 2 as of October 2025.
The Coterie
25 sophisticated, light-filled 2 and 3 bedroom residences in the heart of Sandringham. Designed by Warren and Mahoney with interiors by Lisa Buxton. The boutique development features 9 two-bedroom and 16 three-bedroom apartments across 3 storeys, with construction underway by premium builder Sinjen Group. Properties feature natural stone benchtops, premium Miele appliances, wrap-around terraces, and contemporary finishes. Penthouse residences include private rooftop terraces with bay views. Completion set for early 2026.
Miramar
Luxury collection of 24 residences in the heart of Sandringham featuring bespoke 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Developed and built by Lowe Living with design by Jackson Clements Burrows Architects and Eckersley Garden Architecture. The project respects local architectural heritage with bayside appeal, village connectivity, and contemporary coastal allure. Features 7.5 star energy rating, natural stone benchtops, engineered timber flooring, and coastal-inspired design. Construction commenced April 2025 with groundbreaking ceremony attended by project partners and Sandringham MP Brad Rowswell.
Beach Point Sandringham
Boutique collection of 26 luxury apartments featuring 2, 3, and 4-bedroom residences with marble kitchens, European oak floors, spa-like bathrooms, and private balconies. Located on Beach Road in the heart of Sandringham, this four-storey development offers a premium beachside lifestyle with close proximity to Sandringham and Hampton beaches, trendy cafes, and excellent transport links to Melbourne CBD.
Sandringham Village Streetscape Masterplan
Urban renewal initiative to enhance Sandringham Village with improved streetscape design, wider footpaths with street trees, enhanced pedestrian safety, and better accessibility. The masterplan focuses on Station Street, Waltham Street, and Melrose Street areas adjacent to Sandringham Train Station. Features include footpath widening, new street tree planting, improved pedestrian crossings, and upgraded infrastructure to support outdoor dining and community activities. The detailed design phase has been deferred until 2025-26 following community consultation and revised plans adopted in March 2020.
267 Bluff Road Apartments
A boutique residential development comprising 9 exceptional apartments across two and three storeys. The project features 7 two-bedroom apartments and 1 three-bedroom apartment, designed with modern sophistication and convenience in mind. Located in the prestigious bayside suburb of Sandringham within the City of Bayside, the development offers spacious living with 12 basement car parking spaces on an approximate 610 square metre site.
208 Bay Road Sandringham
Three seven-storey residential buildings comprising 123 apartments above a two-level basement car park, with a commercial food and drink tenancy, communal facilities including gym, co-working space and rooftop spa, and enhanced landscaping with native and indigenous planting. The revised design addresses previous VCAT concerns through stepped building forms, varied setbacks, and sensitive interfaces with neighbouring residential areas and Sandringham East Primary School. The project includes affordable housing and is being assessed via Victoria's Development Facilitation Program.
Sanctuary Sandringham
Sanctuary Sandringham by Norus Projects is a completed boutique residential development featuring 71 apartments and 4 townhouses. The project offers modern, open-plan living with premium finishes such as European oak flooring and marble benchtops, located adjacent to the Heathland Sanctuary.
6,157 residents of Sandringham (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 6,412. Unemployment sits at 4.0%, with participation at 63.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 10,398, about 90% 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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Statistical area data aggregated by AreaSearch indicates that Sandringham features a highly qualified local workforce, a strong concentration in professional services, and an unemployment rate of only 4.0%. As of March 2026, 6,157 residents are employed, with unemployment tracking 0.8% below the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, although the labour force participation rate of 63.9% sits well under Greater Melbourne's 70.1%. In addition, Census records indicated that 49.7% of workers worked from home, though this figure was influenced by Covid-19 lockdown measures. The primary industry sectors employing local residents are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training.
The local talent pool is heavily concentrated in professional & technical fields, representing 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing accounts for only 2.7% of the workforce, compared to 5.2% across Greater Melbourne. Given the ratio of Census working population against resident population, this primarily residential suburb generates limited employment opportunities within its own borders. AreaSearch analysis of ABS and SALM figures aggregated from surrounding statistical areas reveals that in the year to March 2026, the local labour force contracted by 0.5% while employment fell by 1.0%, driving a 0.5 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Melbourne recorded a 2.1% increase in employment, a 2.3% expansion in the labour force, and a 0.2 percentage point uptick in unemployment. Broader perspective on future workforce demand is available via Jobs and Skills Australia's national forecasts from Mar-26. Projected across five and ten-year horizons, these figures have been mapped against the local industry profile. While overall Australian employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, industry performance varies widely. Applying this employment mix weighting to Sandringham indicates potential local workforce growth of 7.1% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighting model that excludes localized population projections).
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Median household income in Sandringham (Vic.) is $2,313 a week (about $120,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,090 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $67,491 a year against an average of $117,806. The average runs 75% 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 tax data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 shows Sandringham taxpayers earning a median income of $67,491 and an average income of $117,806, positioning the suburb in the top percentile nationally against Greater Melbourne figures of $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average). Factoring in a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates stand at approximately $73,984 for median earnings and $129,139 for average earnings as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places personal, family, and household earnings between the 83rd and 85th percentiles across Australia.
The income distribution is led by the $4000+ bracket, accounting for 29.6% of residents (3,419 people), whereas the regional profile is dominated by the $1,500 - 2,999 tier at 32.8%. With 41.1% of individuals earning above $3,000/week, the area displays significant local purchasing power. Housing costs absorb 14.2% of income, disposable earnings reach the 85th percentile nationally, and the SEIFA income index places the community in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Sandringham (Vic.) had 4,266 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 50% detached houses and 27% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $460 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,708 a month, a total housing cost higher than 75% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the latest Census, the residential housing profile in Sandringham consisted of 50.2% houses alongside 49.8% other dwellings (incorporating apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), contrasting with Melbourne metro where houses represented 67.9% and other dwellings made up 32.1%. Outright home ownership stood at 40.7%, substantially exceeding the Melbourne metro benchmark, with mortgaged properties accounting for 33.2% and rental accommodation comprising 26.1%. Monthly median mortgage costs reached $2,708, surpassing the Melbourne metro benchmark of $2,000 and the national figure of $1,863. Similarly, median weekly rents of $460 were notably higher than the Melbourne metro average of $390 and the Australian average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Sandringham (Vic.) counted 4,266 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,511 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 30% 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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Family structures represent 68.1% of all local households, consisting of 31.9% couples with children, 28.1% couples without children, and 7.8% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 31.9%, split between lone person households at 30.0% and group households at 1.8%. The average household size sits at 2.4 people, slightly below the 2.6 figure recorded for Greater Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
48.3% of adults in Sandringham (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 30.9% with a bachelor degree and 12.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 11.2% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 2,269 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,132 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 across Sandringham is exceptionally strong, with 48.3% of individuals aged 15+ possessing university-level credentials, compared to 33.4% in VIC and 30.4% in Australia. This pronounced academic profile provides a solid foundation for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are held by 30.9% of residents, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 12.2% and graduate diplomas at 5.2%. Technical and vocational training accounts for 23.3% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.1%) and certificates (11.2%). Participation in study is robust throughout the community, with 28.8% of the population actively enrolled in an educational program.
Broken down by tier, 8.9% attend primary education, 8.5% are in secondary education, and 6.7% are enrolled in tertiary education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Sandringham (Vic.) reaches 46 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 6,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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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Transport infrastructure across Sandringham includes 46 active transit stops primarily serving local bus routes. These facilities accommodate 11 individual routes that together deliver 6,220 weekly passenger trips. Access to public transit is rated as excellent, with residents located an average of 191 meters from their nearest boarding point. Due to the area's residential profile, outward commuting is standard; private car travel remains the primary option at 80%, followed by 10% by train and 5% walking. Household vehicle availability averages 1.2 per dwelling. Additionally, 49.7% of residents reported working from home during the 2021 Census, a metric subject to COVID-19 lockdown conditions.
Transit services maintain an operational frequency of 888 trips per day across the network, providing an average of approximately 135 weekly trips at each individual stop.
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70.7% of residents in Sandringham (Vic.) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 84% of areas nationally. 6.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 73.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.4 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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Health metrics evaluated by AreaSearch indicate excellent overall health outcomes in Sandringham, highlighted by favorable mortality rates and a low incidence of chronic illness across all age groups. Private health insurance coverage is remarkably widespread, encompassing approximately 73% of the total population (8,447 people), well above the 56.7% reported for Greater Melbourne and the Australian national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health conditions represent the most frequently reported ailments, affecting 7.8 and 6.9% of residents, respectively, while 70.7% of the community reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Health outcomes among working-age residents are strong, with minimal chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 26.1% of the population (3,015 people), compared to 15.1% in Greater Melbourne, with senior health indicators showing robust performance and aligning with broad national benchmarks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
27.0% of Sandringham (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 12.5% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.9%) and Australian (21.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Sandringham exhibits higher cultural diversity than average, with 27.0% of residents born abroad and 12.5% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, encompassing 47.9% of the population. A notable religious concentration is observed in Judaism, representing 0.9% of residents compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Examining parental country of birth, the primary ancestries in Sandringham are English at 29.9% (considerably above the regional level of 20.1%), Australian at 21.2%, and Irish at 10.6%. Other notable ancestral representations include Scottish at 9.5% (compared to 5.6% regionally), Russian at 0.6% (compared to 0.4%), and Hungarian at 0.4% (against 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Sandringham (Vic.) is 47, older than 85% of areas nationally. 20.5% 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 demographic profile of the suburb of Sandringham (Vic.) is strongly oriented toward older demographics. Based on August 2026 updates, retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) constitute 26.1% of the population, compared to 15.1% across Greater Melbourne, whereas young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) account for only 18.4% locally versus 32.1% regionally. As at August 2026, the estimated median age remains at 47, matching the 2021 Census figure and exceeding Greater Melbourne's median of 37 and the national median of 38 at that Census. Since the Census, the retiree and elderly proportion has expanded from 23.1% to an estimated 26.1%.
Projections indicate that retiree and elderly cohorts will see the largest growth by 2041, increasing by 1,177 (39%) to 4,192, while counts of children and young adults are forecast to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Sandringham (Vic.)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jun 2026 4 months ago all 11 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 Jun 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 129 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (10,926 at the 2021 Census → 11,553 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 (SAL22234). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.