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Southbank has an estimated 27,712 residents, up from 22,631 at the 2021 Census — a change of 5,081 people, or 22.5%. Growth has averaged 2.1% a year over five years, faster than 91% of areas nationally. 1,066 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 88.0% of that increase. That puts 17,764 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 AreaSearch's evaluation of broader regional ABS population updates and post-Census validated new addresses, the suburb of Southbank reached an estimated population of approximately 27,712 by Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 5,081 people (22.5%) above the 22,631 people documented in the 2021 Census. This upward shift has been calculated from the 27,712 resident estimate produced by AreaSearch following the ABS ERP release in June 2025 alongside 1,066 validated new addresses identified after the Census. Consequently, population density stands at 17,764 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb of Southbank among the top 10% of all assessed locations nationwide and emphasizing the scarcity of local land.
The suburb's 22.5% expansion rate outpaced both the Victorian benchmark of 9.5% and the national standard since the 2021 census, positioning the suburb of Southbank as a major regional growth driver. Overseas arrivals served as the primary demographic engine by generating roughly 88.0% of recent population additions, while interstate arrivals and natural increase likewise delivered positive contributions. For individual SA2 units, AreaSearch draws upon 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia population projections anchored to a 2022 baseline year. Where local figures are unavailable, AreaSearch incorporates the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections, applying a weighted aggregation method to transition LGA growth patterns down to the SA2 level. Age-cohort growth trends derived through this approach are further extended across all regions covering 2032 to 2041. In light of these anticipated demographic transitions, the suburb of Southbank is forecasted to experience exceptional growth within the top 10 percent of Australian statistical areas, adding 14,438 persons by 2041 according to aggregated SA2 models and achieving an overall increase of 52.1% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
2,538 new dwellings have been approved in Southbank over the past five years, an average of 507 a year. That places the area in the 88th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 18 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 551 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 0% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 310, 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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AreaSearch's review of ABS building approval records across local statistical areas indicates that Southbank has averaged approximately 507 residential building permits annually, amounting to roughly 2,538 homes across the last 5 financial years. Within FY-25 to date, 310 approvals have been logged. With an average influx of 1 new residents per year for every added dwelling throughout the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 and FY-25, residential demand and supply remain evenly matched to support stable conditions, with incoming dwellings reflecting an average expected construction cost of $478,000. Furthermore, $52.5 million in commercial approvals has been recorded during the current financial year, demonstrating considerable commercial construction activity.
All recent residential construction has been exclusively focused on attached dwelling formats, with zero detached houses. This emphasis on higher-density housing creates accessible entry points for first-time buyers, downsizers, and property investors. Averaging roughly 43 people per dwelling approval, Southbank displays the hallmarks of an expanding urban center. Looking forward, the latest quarterly projection from AreaSearch indicates that Southbank is poised to gain 14,433 residents by 2041. Should current construction volumes persist, housing completions could fall short of demographic expansion, potentially intensifying purchaser demand and placing upward pressure on property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Southbank
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 200 current infrastructure and development projects close to Southbank, worth an estimated $117.7 billion. 77 are already under construction and 64 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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The long-term trajectory and performance of a suburb are heavily influenced by local planning initiatives, public works, and significant infrastructure investments. AreaSearch has pinpointed 69 projects expected to impact Southbank, highlighted by major undertakings such as the Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation, The Fox: NGV Contemporary, the Ian Potter State Theatre Refurbishment, and the South Melbourne Town Hall Restoration, with primary developments cataloged below.
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Greenline Project
The Greenline Project is a transformational 4km urban renewal initiative creating a continuous promenade along the north bank of the Yarra River (Birrarung). Connecting five precincts from Birrarung Marr to Saltwater Wharf, the first major stage at Birrarung Marr is complete while planning and detailed design advance for the central riverfront sections. Delivered by the City of Melbourne in partnership with design studios ASPECT Studios and TCL, the project integrates native habitat restoration and Indigenous cultural design.
The Carter Building
The Carter Building is a $300 million luxury mixed-use development at 448 St Kilda Road, Melbourne. The 17-storey landmark, designed by Kerry Hill Architects (KHA), features a saw-cut bluestone facade inspired by the city's heritage buildings. It comprises 54 premium private residences across the upper floors and a 107-room five-star COMO Hotels and Resorts property on the lower levels - marking COMO's first appearance in Melbourne and second in Australia. Residents and guests enjoy world-class amenities including the COMO Shambhala wellness centre, a 20-metre indoor lap pool, gym, sauna, golf simulator, and concierge services.The ground level features a fine-dining restaurant, cafe, and bar curated by COMO. Construction commenced in August 2025, with the hotel and residences slated to open in early 2028.
Elysium Fields
Elysium Fields is a $1.75 billion wellness-focused mixed-use precinct being developed by GURNER Group and City Harbour across a 2.7-hectare site at 208-226 Harbour Esplanade in Melbourne's Docklands. The masterplan comprises approximately 1,100 build-to-sell and build-to-rent apartments across multiple towers up to 30 storeys, paired with extensive health clubs, retail, dining, and a Veriu hotel. Construction is actively underway with builders Hamilton Marino and Maxcon delivering initial residential towers.
Level Crossing Removal Project
Victorian Government program to remove 110 dangerous and congested level crossings across metropolitan Melbourne by 2030. The program has removed 88 crossings to date, is rebuilding or upgrading stations and rail infrastructure, and is creating new public open space while improving safety, reducing congestion and making train services more reliable.
Punt Road Oval Redevelopment
A major transformation of the Richmond Football Club's home, featuring a new Jack Dyer Stand with a spectator capacity of 8,000. As of early 2026, construction is progressing with the car park structure nearing completion and the new stand footprint widening. The project includes elite training and administration facilities for AFL and AFLW teams, a realigned MCG-sized oval, and a three-level underground car park. It also houses the William Cooper Centre for community and indigenous programs, including the Korin Gamadji Institute and Melbourne Indigenous Transition School.The design incorporates salvaged bricks from the original historic stand to preserve the site's heritage.
The Muse
An ultra-exclusive boutique collection of 42 luxury residences at 409-413 St Kilda Road, Melbourne, designed by Bruce Henderson Architects. The 14-storey development features hotel-style facilities including 24-hour concierge, wellness centre with pools, spa, gym, sauna and steam room, advanced security, world-leading home automation and Bang & Olufsen audio-visual systems. Offers panoramic views of the city, Royal Botanic Gardens and Fawkner Park.
Queen Victoria Market Precinct Renewal
A transformative multi-stage program to modernize Australia's largest 19th-century market. The flagship southern precinct, Gurrowa Place, is a $1.7 billion mixed-use development delivered by Lendlease and Scape. It features three towers providing build-to-rent apartments, student accommodation, and affordable housing. Key elements include the 1.8-hectare Market Square public park replacing the current open-air car park, restoration of the heritage Franklin Street Stores into retail and hospitality, and a new 220-space basement car park. Heritage shed restorations and core trader facilities were largely completed by 2024, with site works for the southern towers commencing in May 2026.
Intercontinental Melbourne The Rialto Redevelopment
Salter Brothers is undertaking a major redevelopment of the historic Rialto and Winfield buildings site into a 35-storey mixed-use tower. Designed by Cox Architecture, the scheme preserves the heritage frontages while delivering a 273-room luxury hotel, approximately 22,000 square metres of premium office space, and ground-level retail. Victorian planning and heritage approvals were secured following endorsement from Heritage Victoria and the City of Melbourne.
21,763 residents of Southbank are employed, from a labour force of 22,311. Unemployment sits at 2.5%, with participation at 84.7%. 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, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 40,673, about 147% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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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Southbank possesses an exceptionally qualified local labor force with high participation in professional services, maintaining a low unemployment rate of 2.5% alongside a 3.6% annual rise in estimated jobs according to AreaSearch's statistical area data aggregations. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 21,763, with local joblessness sitting 2.3% lower than the 4.8% recorded across Greater Melbourne, while the local participation rate reached an elevated 84.7% compared to 70.1% across the greater metropolitan area. Census data also showed that 45.4% of employed locals worked remotely, though this metric was influenced by Covid-19 lockdown restrictions.
Local resident employment is heavily weighted toward professional & technical roles, accommodation & food services, and finance & insurance industries. Specialization is particularly elevated in professional & technical services, where Southbank's concentration is 1.9 times the broader metropolitan proportion. In contrast, health care & social assistance remains underrepresented locally at 8.5% compared to the regional figure of 14.2%. Registering 1.7 workers for every resident during the Census, Southbank operates as a prominent commercial destination that provides more employment opportunities than it has residents, drawing in commuters from surrounding districts. According to AreaSearch's aggregation of ABS and SALM figures across regional boundaries, the twelve months leading to March 2026 saw employment climb by 3.6% alongside a 3.7% expansion in the total labor force, resulting in a 0.1 percentage points uptick in unemployment. Across Greater Melbourne over the same timeframe, employment rose by 2.1%, the labor pool grew by 2.3%, and unemployment ticked up by 0.2 percentage points. Longer-term hiring expectations can be gauged through Jobs and Skills Australia's national projections published in Mar-26, which model five-year and ten-year labor trajectories across local industry profiles. Across Australia, total employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though industry-specific rates vary substantially. Applying these sectoral forecasts to the industry composition of Southbank indicates potential local employment gains of 7.0% over five years and 14.0% over ten years (representing a baseline weighted extrapolation that excludes localized population forecasting).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Southbank is $1,926 a week (about $100,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,171 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,288 a year against an average of $76,195. 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 figures aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 record a median taxpayer income of $56,288 and an average taxpayer income of $76,195 in the suburb of Southbank. This stands well above national benchmarks, while comparing to Greater Melbourne's median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Incorporating a 9.62% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates as of March 2026 reach approximately $61,703 for median earnings and $83,525 for average earnings. Findings from the 2021 Census place individual remuneration in the 89th percentile across Australia at $1,171 weekly, whereas overall household earnings sit at the 61st percentile.
The largest wage bracket encompasses 38.6% of residents (10,696 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the metropolitan proportion of 32.8%. While residential costs absorb 18.8% of income, strong earning capacity sustains disposable income at the 57th percentile, positioning the area in the 9th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Southbank had 11,894 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 0% detached houses and 99% apartments. 18% are owned with a mortgage, 69% rented and 13% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $411 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,900 a month, a total housing cost higher than 85% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.8%. 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 findings from the most recent Census, Southbank's housing stock consisted entirely of attached properties, apartments, and semi-detached units at 100.0%, with no detached houses recorded, contrasting with Greater Melbourne where separate houses accounted for 67.9% and alternative dwellings represented 32.1%. Outright home ownership in Southbank sat lower than the metropolitan standard at 13.0%, while 18.2% of residences were being purchased under a mortgage and 68.8% were tenanted. The local median monthly mortgage payment was $1,900, below Greater Melbourne's $2,000, while median weekly rent stood at $411 compared to the regional figure of $390.
Relative to national metrics, Southbank's mortgage payments exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents surpass the nationwide average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Southbank counted 11,894 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 14,564 today, averaging 1.8 people each. 8% are couples with children, fewer than in 98% of areas nationally, against 30% couples without children. 43% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Non-family living arrangements account for the majority of residences at 55.8%, driven by lone person households at 42.9% and group households at 12.8%. Meanwhile, family households represent 44.2% of all occupied homes, comprising couples without children (30.1%), couples with children (8.1%), and single parent families (4.0%). The median household size across the locality is 1.8 people, notably smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
65.2% of adults in Southbank hold a university qualification, including 38.8% with a bachelor degree and 22.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 97% of areas nationally. A further 7.5% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 831 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,142 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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Tertiary qualifications are exceptionally prevalent throughout Southbank, where 65.2% of people aged 15+ have attained a university degree, substantially exceeding the 33.4% Victorian and 30.4% Australian benchmarks. This elevated attainment profile equips the local workforce well for professional, knowledge-based sectors. Bachelor degree holders constitute the largest segment at 38.8%, followed by postgraduate degree holders at 22.7% and graduate diploma recipients at 3.7%. Technical and vocational training encompasses 17.9% of residents aged 15+, comprising advanced diplomas (10.4%) and certificate qualifications (7.5%). Educational engagement is widespread across the population, with 30.1% of community members actively enrolled in formal study.
Higher education captures 15.5% of these enrolments, while 2.4% attend primary school and 1.4% participate in secondary schooling.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Southbank reaches 36 stops on 17 routes, timetabled for about 9,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.2 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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Southbank is served by 36 public transit stops across its light rail and bus networks. These boarding points are connected by 17 individual routes that together deliver 9,812 weekly transit trips. Public transit access is outstanding, with typical walking distances of just 134 meters to the nearest stop. Reflecting the outward commuting patterns of a primarily residential community, private vehicles remain the leading travel choice at 32%, followed by walking at 25% and train travel at 14%. Vehicle ownership is modest, averaging 0.2 per dwelling below regional norms. At the 2021 Census, 45.4% of working residents performed their duties from home, potentially reflecting COVID-19 pandemic settings.
Transit schedules across all routes average 1,401 trips per day, translating to roughly 272 weekly services for each individual stop.
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82.1% of residents in Southbank report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 89% of areas nationally. 1.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.3 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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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and chronic illness incidence, health outcomes across Southbank are outstanding, characterized by minimal prevalence of common medical ailments across every age demographic. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is remarkably high, covering approximately 57% of the total population (~15,770 people). Asthma and mental health conditions represent the most frequently reported diagnoses in the community, affecting 6.0% and 6.9% of residents, respectively, while 82.1% of the population reported no chronic health issues at all, outperforming the Greater Melbourne proportion of 72.6%. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 5.8% of the local population (1,607 people), well below the 15.1% metropolitan benchmark.
Health metrics for local older residents remain exceptionally strong, aligning closely with top-tier national rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
64.7% of Southbank residents were born overseas and 51.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 94% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (17.4%) and English (15.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Southbank ranks among Australia's most cosmopolitan suburbs, with 64.7% of its residents born abroad and 51.8% speaking a language other than English in the home. Christianity represents the most common religious affiliation, encompassing 30.2% of Southbank residents. Buddhism exhibits a pronounced local overrepresentation, practiced by 5.9% of the population compared to 4.2% across the wider Greater Melbourne area. Evaluating parental country of birth reveals that the leading ancestral groups in Southbank are Other backgrounds at 19.5%, Chinese ancestry at 17.4% (substantially higher than Greater Melbourne's 6.5%), and English heritage at 15.3%.
Notable divergences are also evident across several other ethnic heritages: Indian ancestry represents 8.2% (against 4.2% regionally), Korean ancestry accounts for 1.9% (versus 0.3%), and Spanish background stands at 1.1% (compared to 0.4% across the broader metropolitan area).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Southbank is 31, younger than 93% of areas nationally. 56.5% 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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Southbank's demographic profile is heavily weighted toward individuals in pre-family stages of life. Based on estimates updated to August 2026, young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) make up 61.0% of the community, compared to 32.1% across Greater Melbourne, while children and young adults (0 - 24) represent 20.7% against a regional benchmark of 30.5%. The estimated median age sits at 31, consistent with the 2021 Census figure and 6 years younger than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 logged at that Census, while Australia's Census median stood at 38.
By 2041, demographic expansion will be led by young to middle aged adults, who are projected to increase by 43% (7,271 residents) to a total of 24,175. The fastest proportionate growth is expected within the retiree and elderly cohorts (65+), rising by 113% to reach 3,416 people.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Southbank
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 | Oct 2026 this month all 29 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 Oct 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 — 1,066 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (22,631 at the 2021 Census → 27,712 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 (SAL22315). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.