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Seaford (Vic.) has an estimated 18,369 residents, up from 17,215 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,154 people, or 6.7%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. 308 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 50.0% of that increase. That puts 1,481 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to ABS population updates adjusted for the broader district and address audits conducted by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Seaford (Vic.) is home to approximately 18,369 residents as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 1,154 individuals (6.7%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 17,215 people. The estimate is derived from a baseline of 18,305 residents calculated by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ABS ERP data release, combined with an additional 308 validated new addresses detected post-Census. With a density of 1,481 persons per square kilometer, the locality exceeds typical density levels across Australian areas tracked by AreaSearch.
The suburb's 6.7% expansion rate post-2021 Census outpaced both the broader SA4 region (3.2%) and the local SA3 area, positioning it as a key driver of growth. Natural increase was the primary contributor, accounting for roughly 50.0% of the overall population gains in recent times. ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 using a 2022 baseline, are utilised. In instances where specific SA2 regions lack this data, projections are sourced from the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA dataset, adapted via a weighted aggregation methodology to translate LGA trends to the SA2 level. Growth dynamics by age bracket derived from these models are also applied to all areas for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Future demographic modeling indicates that population growth will track slightly under the median for Australian statistical divisions, with the locality projected to add 1,792 residents by 2041 under aggregated SA2 forecasts, representing a total increase of 9.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
420 new dwellings have been approved in Seaford (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 84 a year. That places the area in the 71st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 89 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 39% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 76, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Based on analysis of ABS building approvals mapped from statistical divisions, the locality averages around 84 residential approvals annually, yielding approximately 420 completions over the preceding 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 70 approvals have been documented so far. An average ratio of 2.1 new residents added per year for each built dwelling between FY-21 and FY-25 points to sustained demand that underpins property markets, with new builds averaging a cost of $500,000, indicating that developers are targeting the premium, higher-end sector. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $39.9 million this financial year, pointing to robust business investment in the immediate area.
Compared to the broader Greater Melbourne region, construction activity per capita is 52.0% higher, offering prospective buyers a wider array of options. Current construction split shows 39.0% dedicated to standalone houses and 61.0% to townhouses or multi-unit dwellings. This orientation toward higher-density projects provides more accessible price points and appeals to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a clear departure from the historical dwelling mix, which currently consists of 74.0% houses, reflecting a contraction in available development sites along with changing buyer preferences and a demand for more varied, economical housing options. The market is in transition, recording approximately 236 people for every approval. Looking forward, the population is projected to expand by 1,728 individuals by 2041, starting from the most recent quarterly estimates. Current building trends suggest that supply will comfortably match this demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially supporting population growth above current projections.
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Development applications around Seaford (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 13 current infrastructure and development projects inside Seaford (Vic.), worth an estimated $106 million. A further 54 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $9.68 billion. 19 are already under construction and 21 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, 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, major planning decisions, and new developments are critical drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified 15 projects that are expected to influence the immediate area. Major works include the Frankston Basketball and Gymnastics Stadium Redevelopment, the Seaford Level Crossing Removal - Armstrongs Road & Station Street, the 8A Klauer Street Industrial Development, and the Seaford Child, Youth & Family Centre Upgrade and Expansion, with key projects detailed in the list below.
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Frankston Basketball and Gymnastics Stadium Redevelopment
Frankston City Council is delivering a major redevelopment of Frankston Stadium at Bardia Avenue, Seaford. The two-storey indoor sports facility will include 10 courts, comprising six new courts and four refurbished courts, a 1000-seat show court with broadcast-ready lighting, two multi-sport courts, a dedicated gymnastics hall with training pit and viewing area, accessible changerooms, cafe, function and meeting spaces, offices, upgraded car parking, landscaping and pathway connections. The all-electric building is targeting a 5 Star Green Star rating and will support Frankston and District Basketball Association and Bayside Gymnastics Club, with capacity to host higher profile events.
8A Klauer Street Industrial Development
8A Klauer Street comprises a 16,150 sqm industrial superlot adjoining Compass Business Park in Seaford. Zoned Industrial 1 (IN1Z), the site features dedicated private access from Klauer Street with direct arterial links to Frankston-Dandenong Road, Peninsula Link, and Eastlink. The property provides masterplanned industrial development and owner-occupier warehousing potential within Melbourne's South East industrial corridor.
Seaford Level Crossing Removal - Armstrongs Road & Station Street
Removal of the Armstrongs Road and Station Street level crossings by constructing two separate rail bridges, together with a new elevated and fully accessible Seaford Station. The project will improve safety, reduce congestion, create new public open space and enhance walking and cycling connections. Early designs were released in 2026, planning approvals are progressing, construction is scheduled to commence in 2027 and completion is expected in 2028.
Seaford Child, Youth & Family Centre Upgrade and Expansion
Completed upgrade and expansion of the Seaford Child, Youth & Family Centre delivering a new integrated early years facility with two kindergarten rooms providing up to 66 licensed places, maternal and child health consultation rooms, allied health space, youth facilities, community rooms, landscaped outdoor play areas, additional parking and sustainable building features including solar PV. Services commenced from the new centre in Term 1, 2026.
277 Nepean Highway Seaford Development
Development opportunity for eleven townhouses with beach and creek views on a 2,024 sqm site opposite Seaford Beach and backing onto Kananook Creek Reserve. The site was sold in December 2023 for $2.325 million, and a successful townhouse application has been obtained.
Seaford North Reserve Sports Lighting Upgrade (Pitches 1 & 2)
Upgrade of sports field lighting at Seaford North Reserve to support night training and competition for Seaford United Soccer Club. Works formed part of Council's Sports Lighting Redevelopment program alongside Monterey Reserve, addressing non-compliant and inadequate lighting levels and enabling expanded junior and womens participation.
159 Nepean Highway Seaford Development
A residential development comprising 10 modern residences at 159 Nepean Highway, Seaford. This low-rise development features contemporary design and is well-positioned near local amenities and transport links.
Lumar Apartments - 290 Nepean Highway Seaford
Proposed boutique residential development featuring 31 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments in a four-storey building designed by Hachem Architects. Located directly opposite Long Island Beach with access to Kananook Creek, offering coastal living close to amenities including shopping centres, railway stations, schools, and parks. The site is vacant land zoned GRZ3, suitable for medium-density residential or childcare. Offers for the site are currently under review following expressions of interest closing on July 23, 2025.
9,359 residents of Seaford (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 9,899. Unemployment sits at 5.5%, with participation at 64.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% 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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The locality features a skilled labor pool with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of 5.5%, and an annual employment growth rate of 0.7%, based on aggregated regional data. By March 2026, 9,359 residents were employed, though the unemployment rate is 0.7% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, and the participation rate of 64.5% falls well behind the metropolitan average of 70.2%. Census figures indicate that 26.3% of workers operated from home, a metric likely influenced by pandemic lockdowns. Residential employment is primarily centered in health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.
The workforce shows a distinct concentration in construction, matching 1.5 times the wider regional baseline. On the other hand, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, making up 6.5% of the workforce compared to the regional average of 10.1%. A comparison between the Census working population and resident workforce suggests this largely residential district provides relatively few local job options. Based on analysis of SALM and ABS figures aggregated from regional datasets, the preceding 12-month period experienced a 0.7% lift in employment and a 0.3% increase in the total labor force, which drove a 0.4 percentage point decline in unemployment. Conversely, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1% and labor force expansion of 2.3%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. Future local employment trends can be evaluated using the national forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce composition to project growth. Nationally, employment is expected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with wide variation between sectors. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment could rise by 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted extrapolation and does not adjust for local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Seaford (Vic.) is $1,500 a week (about $78,000 a year), with median personal income at $809 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,931 a year against an average of $63,005. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode-level ATO data released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the area earn a median income of $53,931 and an average income of $63,005. These figures are below national averages, and compare to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, estimated current figures would stand at approximately $59,119 for the median and $69,066 for the average as of March 2026. Census data places personal incomes at the 51st percentile, yielding $809 weekly, while household incomes sit at the 35th percentile.
Income distribution shows the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket contains 31.7% of the community, which equates to 5,822 individuals, closely matching the metropolitan proportion of 32.8%. Housing affordability is a major pressure point, with residents retaining only 81.4% of their income, placing the area in the 33rd percentile and the SEIFA index for income in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Seaford (Vic.) had 7,191 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 74% detached houses and 3% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 29% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $351 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,850 a month. Rent absorbs 23.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, residential structures in the area consisted of 73.7% detached houses and 26.3% alternative dwellings such as townhouses and apartments, compared to Greater Melbourne's split of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. The home ownership rate stood at 28.7%, trailing the metropolitan average, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (37.0%) or rented (34.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment was below the metropolitan baseline at $1,850, while median weekly rent was $351, compared to metropolitan values of $2,000 and $390 respectively. Nationally, mortgage payments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Seaford (Vic.) counted 7,191 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,673 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 34% 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 make up the majority of households at 62.9%, which includes 25.3% couples with children, 22.5% couples without children, and 13.8% single parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 37.1%, consisting of single-person households at 33.7% and group homes at 3.4%. The average household size of 2.3 people is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.7% of adults in Seaford (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 16.2% with a bachelor degree and 4.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 26.2% hold a vocational qualification. 9 schools serve the area, with 2,898 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,017 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The local community experiences educational discrepancies, with university completion rates at 23.7%, well below the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 37.0%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted education programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 16.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 4.3% and graduate diplomas at 3.2%. Technical and trade qualifications are highly represented, with 39.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.1%) and certificates (26.2%). A high proportion of the population is engaged in learning, with 26.8% of residents enrolled in formal education.
This group consists of 9.0% in primary schools, 6.5% in high schools, and 3.6% in higher education institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Seaford (Vic.) reaches 93 stops on 10 routes, timetabled for about 3,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 220 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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Public transport services in the area feature 93 active bus stops. These connections are serviced by 10 distinct routes, which accommodate 3,331 passenger journeys per week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 224 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and 90% of commuters travel by car. Vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.2 per home. A high proportion of residents, 26.3%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may be reflective of pandemic conditions. Bus routes average 475 trips per day across the network, which translates to approximately 35 weekly trips per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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64.1% of residents in Seaford (Vic.) report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 75% of areas nationally. 6.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.6 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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Based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and chronic illness rates, health concerns are prominent across both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively low, standing at roughly 52% of the population, which represents approximately 9,509 people. This compares to a coverage rate of 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most prevalent health issues, affecting 10.2% and 9.3% of the community respectively, while 64.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Chronic illness rates are elevated among the working-age population. The suburb has 19.8% of its population aged 65 and over, representing 3,637 people, which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. Health trends among these older residents show some issues, with rankings generally mirroring national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Seaford (Vic.) is largely Australian-born, at 78.9% of residents, with 10.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.9%) and Australian (25.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity metrics are close to regional averages, with citizens representing 86.9% of the community, 78.9% of residents born in Australia, and 89.8% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 40.4% of the population. The most distinct variance is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.4% of residents compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. In terms of parent country of birth, the three largest ancestries are English at 29.9%, which is higher than the regional average of 20.1%, Australian at 25.7%, which is higher than the regional average of 18.4%, and Irish at 9.4%.
Other notable differences in ethnic representation include Russian heritage at 0.6% compared to 0.4% regionally, Hungarian at 0.4% compared to 0.3%, and Dutch at 1.6% compared to 1.2% regionally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Seaford (Vic.) is 40. 22.6% 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 40 is slightly older than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and marginally above the national median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, the 65 - 74 age group is overrepresented at 10.2% of the local population, while the 25 - 34 bracket is underrepresented at 12.4%. Since 2021, the 75 to 84 cohort increased from 5.9% to 7.0%, while the 25 to 34 cohort fell from 13.7% to 12.4%. Projections to 2041 suggest significant changes to the age profile. The 75 to 84 age cohort is expected to grow by 443 people (34%) from 1,285 to 1,729.
Residents aged 65 and over are projected to drive 58% of the total population growth, pointing to an aging local profile, while the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 cohorts are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Seaford (Vic.)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 13 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 308 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (17,215 at the 2021 Census → 18,369 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 (SAL22249). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.