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St Albans (Vic.) has an estimated 38,796 residents, up from 38,042 at the 2021 Census — a change of 754 people, or 2.0%. 385 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 3,024 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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Based on investigations of ABS demographic releases for the wider region, and new addresses confirmed by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of St Albans (Vic.) has a population estimated at approximately 38,796 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 754 individuals (2.0%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 38,042 residents. The shift is calculated from the local population of 38,725, calculated by AreaSearch using the most recent ERP statistics from the ABS (June 2025) along with 385 validated new addresses added since the Census date. This population scale translates to a density of 3,023 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top quarter of countrywide locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
Throughout the prior decade, the suburb of St Albans (Vic.) has shown stable development trends with a 0.1% compound annual growth rate, ahead of the SA3 region. Demographic expansion in the locality was majorly driven by arrivals from overseas, which made up roughly 89.0% of the overall population increases in recent times. AreaSearch applies the ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, published in 2024 using 2022 as the starting year. For any SA2 regions lacking this information, AreaSearch uses the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusting them via a system of weighted aggregation of demographic expansion from LGA to SA2 levels. Expansion rates across age categories from these aggregations are also utilized for all regions from years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic changes, population growth exceeding the median of national statistical regions is anticipated, with the suburb of St Albans (Vic.) projected to grow by 6,100 individuals to 2041 based on combined SA2-level forecasts, showing a total rise of 15.5% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
697 new dwellings have been approved in St Albans (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 139 a year. That is 3.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 137 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 22% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 92, 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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Based on AreaSearch research of ABS building consent statistics distributed from statistical boundaries, St Albans has experienced approximately 139 homes receiving planning consent annually, with a total of 697 residences approved during the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 85 during the current FY-26. Because the population has decreased recently, planning consent activity has been sufficient in comparative terms, which is beneficial for buyers, and new homes are built at an average expected construction cost of $314,000, matching regional patterns. Furthermore, $122.9 million in commercial planning consents have been documented this financial year, showing strong local business development.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, St Albans has slightly higher planning activity (21.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year timeframe), maintaining options for buyers while supporting current real estate demand. This level is also below the national average, showing the locality's established state and suggesting potential planning limitations. New planning consents comprise 22.0% standalone houses and 78.0% multi-unit dwellings. This orientation toward high-density options provides affordable paths to purchase and draws downsizers, property investors, and first home buyers. This represents a major shift from the existing housing distribution (currently 75.0% houses), showing a declining supply of development plots and meeting changing lifestyle preferences and budget constraints. With approximately 344 residents for every home consent, St Albans displays properties of a low density locality. Looking forward, St Albans is projected to add 6,029 occupants by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly projection). Current planning numbers seem to match future demand well, encouraging stable market conditions without drastic price escalation.
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Development applications around St Albans (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 14 current infrastructure and development projects inside St Albans (Vic.), worth an estimated $3.21 billion. A further 57 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $18 billion. 13 are already under construction and 15 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and education & training. 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and council planning schemes have a significant impact on local performance. In total, 36 developments have been tracked by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the locality. Key developments include the St Albans Activity Centre Precinct Structure Plan, Sunshine Energy Park, Sunshine Health, Wellbeing and Education Precinct, and the Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre, with the following list showing those expected to be of greatest importance.
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Sunshine Health, Wellbeing and Education Precinct
The Sunshine Health, Wellbeing and Education Precinct is a 67 hectare health, education and employment precinct in St Albans centred around Sunshine Hospital, Joan Kirner Womens and Childrens Hospital, Ginifer Station and surrounding uses. The Victorian Planning Authority has prepared a draft plan with Brimbank City Council and Victorian Government agencies to guide land use change, new jobs, improved streetscapes and environmental upgrades. The precinct is a key western Melbourne growth area supported by major transport investment and future employment, housing and liveability improvements.
Sunshine Energy Park
A 74-hectare urban regeneration project transforming the former Sunshine Landfill into a premier regional park within the Sunshine Priority Precinct. The vision includes eight interconnected precincts featuring a state-significant indoor stadium, sustainability hub, mountain bike trails, and an urban forest. As of 2026, the project is advancing through feasibility studies and business case development supported by a 500,000 AUD federal grant from the Urban Precincts and Partnerships Program.
Albion Quarter Structure Plan
The Albion Quarter Structure Plan is a significant urban renewal project transforming 70 hectares of industrial land into a mixed-use precinct. Centered around the $80 million Albion Station rebuild, the plan facilitates the transition toward next-generation employment, innovation hubs, and diverse housing. It integrates with the Sunshine Station Superhub and the Melbourne Airport Rail project. The plan includes the ecological revitalization of Stony Creek and improved pedestrian cycling links. Consultation on the draft Structure Plan is scheduled for 2026, with the station rebuild starting in 2027 and broader precinct completion targets extending to 2040.
St Albans Activity Centre Precinct Structure Plan
The St Albans Activity Centre Precinct Structure Plan is Brimbank City Council's adopted strategic framework for the future development of the St Albans Major Activity Centre, the retail, civic and cultural heart of St Albans on the Sunbury rail line in Melbourne's west. The plan guides Council decision making on development proposals, strategic planning policy, public realm improvements and development facilitation, and informs resource allocation for business development, community facilities and arts and cultural activity.The centre supports more than 300 businesses in multiple ownership and, with Sunshine and Sydenham, forms the central activity spine of the municipality. Following Amendment C225brim, the former Clause 21.08 local policy content was translated into the new Planning Policy Framework, with St Albans now identified as a Major Activity Centre under Clause 11.03-1L-02 of the Brimbank Planning Scheme. Implementation continues through related Council plans including the Alfrieda Street Public Realm Masterplan, the Errington Precinct Master Plan, the Go St Albans Action Plan and the St Albans Place Management Framework 2025-2029, which sets a five year direction for safety, amenity, activation, business development and investment attraction across the town centre. St Albans is not one of the 50 centres in the Victorian Government's Train and Tram Zone Activity Centres Program, so Brimbank City Council remains the planning authority for the centre. Council is preparing a new Brimbank Activity Centre Strategy to direct housing growth under Plan for Victoria, which sets a municipal housing target of 59,500 new dwellings.
Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre
Australia's first all-electric, 100 per cent renewable energy powered aquatic centre, achieving a 6 Star Green Star Design & As Built v1.2 rating. The facility features a 50m Olympic-sized pool, learn-to-swim pool, warm water recovery pool, two water slides, a 24-hour health club, and a wellness centre hosting co-located community health partners. The project was inspired by the Organ Pipes rock formation and serves as a regional support hub for Melbourne's west.
St Albans SDA Housing
A site-responsive, four-storey mixed-use development providing Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and allied-health facilities to central St Albans. The development includes 10 SDA apartments (2 x two bedroom and 8 x one bedroom) and 1 carers apartment with 24-hour health and safety monitoring. Features 292 sq.m. of publicly accessible allied-health facilities at street level, designed to NDIS High Physical Support standards with sustainable features including solar array, double-glazed windows and water tanks.
Milleara Shopping Centre
Milleara Shopping Centre is a convenience centre providing everyday shopping requirements with Woolworths and ALDI supermarkets, Chemist Warehouse, 7-Eleven, Commonwealth Bank, and specialty shops, serving Keilor East and surrounding suburbs.
Keilor Downs Recreation Reserve Upgrade
Upgrade of existing playground and amenities, including improved accessibility and safety, as part of Brimbank City Council's Creating Better Parks program. While the original record referred to this upgrade, recent public information focuses on upgrades at **Odessa Avenue Reserve** and **Copernicus Way Reserve**, both in Keilor Downs, under the same program. Keilor Downs Recreation Reserve is listed as a park in the area.
17,532 residents of St Albans (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 19,254. Unemployment sits at 8.9%, with participation at 57.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 34,028, about 88% 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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St Albans has a qualified labor force, with strong representation in manufacturing and production fields, a jobless rate of 8.9%, and a 2.2% estimated rise in employment over the last year, based on AreaSearch compilation of statistical boundary data. In March 2026, 17,532 local residents are employed, while the jobless rate is 4.2% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, highlighting room for progress, and workforce engagement is notably lower (57.9% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne). Census returns indicate a low 13.3% of workers worked from home, though the influence of COVID-19 lockouts should be kept in mind.
The primary employment fields for working residents include health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and transport, postal & warehousing. The locality has a distinct concentration of jobs in transport, postal & warehousing, with a workforce proportion that is 2.1 times the metropolitan average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, making up only 4.6% of the workforce in St Albans relative to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. The highly residential locality appears to provide a low number of local jobs, as shown by comparing the census working population to the resident population. Based on AreaSearch examination of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader statistical boundaries, during the year ending March 2026, local employment numbers expanded by 2.2% and the work force expanded by 1.9%, leading to a 0.3 percentage point decrease in the jobless rate. This differs from Greater Melbourne, where employment grew by 2.1%, the workforce grew by 2.3%, and the jobless rate rose by 0.2 percentage points. National employment predictions from Jobs and Skills Australia starting May-25 provide extra context regarding future labor demand in St Albans. These predictions, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local job profile to project future trends. While national employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary widely by industry sector. Applying these sector-specific predictions to the local job mix indicates employment in St Albans should grow by 5.7% over five years and 12.3% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted projection for visualization and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in St Albans (Vic.) is $1,205 a week (about $63,000 a year), with median personal income at $491 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $42,109 a year against an average of $47,865. 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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The most recent postcode level ATO statistics from AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that income in the suburb of St Albans is below the national average, with a median of $42,109 and an average of $47,865. This is lower than the Greater Melbourne figures, which show a median income of $57,688 and an average of $75,164. Incorporating Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current projections would be roughly $46,160 (median) and $52,470 (average) as of March 2026. Income statistics from the 2021 Census show that household, family, and individual earnings in St Albans all rank between the 3rd and 13th percentiles nationwide.
Income distribution statistics show the biggest group consists of 28.7% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (11,134 residents), which is similar to the metropolitan average where 32.8% fall in this bracket. Housing cost pressure is high, with only 82.4% of earnings remaining, placing it in the 13th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
St Albans (Vic.) had 12,379 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 75% detached houses and 9% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 38% rented and 36% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $325 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,500 a month. Rent absorbs 27.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of residences in St Albans at the time of the latest Census consisted of 74.7% separate houses and 25.3% other home types (townhouses, flats, and alternative residences), compared to the Melbourne metro distribution of 67.9% separate houses and 32.1% other home types. At the same time, the rate of home ownership in St Albans was notably higher than the Melbourne metro level, sitting at 36.4%, with the remaining residences being paid off via mortgage (25.7%) or occupied by tenants (37.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was much lower than the Melbourne metro average at $1,500, while the median weekly rental cost was recorded at $325, compared to metropolitan figures of $2,000 and $390.
Across Australia, mortgage payments in St Albans are significantly below the countrywide median of $1,863, and weekly rents are much lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
St Albans (Vic.) counted 12,379 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 21% couples without children. 23% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 71.5%, consisting of 30.6% couples with children, 20.8% couples without children, and 17.3% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 28.5% of homes, with single person households at 23.4% and shared households representing 5.2% of the total. The median household occupancy of 2.8 people is higher than the Greater Melbourne median of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.3% of adults in St Albans (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 15.5% with a bachelor degree and 5.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 16.4% hold a vocational qualification. 15 schools serve the area, with 6,554 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 960 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 locality displays low levels of tertiary education, with university qualification levels (22.3%) falling far below the Greater Melbourne level of 37.0%. This situation presents a challenge and a focus area for future education programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (5.6%) and graduate diplomas (1.2%). Practical and vocational skills are common, with 26.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.0%) and certificates (16.4%). Engagement in learning is high, with 33.2% of residents registered in formal study. This includes 9.4% in primary schools, 7.8% in high schools, and 6.6% enrolled in higher education.
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Public transport in St Albans (Vic.) reaches 133 stops on 12 routes, timetabled for about 5,300 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 research shows 133 active stops running in the suburb of St Albans (Vic.), consisting of buses. These stops are connected to 12 different routes, which together provide 5,299 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is classified as good, with residents living an average of 221 meters from the nearest stop. As it is a residential area, the majority of workers travel out of the locality, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 79%, followed by trains at 14%. Car ownership averages 1.2 per home. A low 13.3% of workers perform their jobs from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting restrictions from COVID-19).
Service frequency averages 757 journeys per day across all local routes, which is about 39 weekly journeys per stop. The map shows the 100 closest stops to the geographic center.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.2% of residents in St Albans (Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 8.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 45.9% 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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Medical statistics show generally positive results for St Albans residents, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality and illnesses showing figures that align closely with national averages, and the occurrence of common medical conditions is low in the general population, though it is higher than the national average in older, vulnerable groups, while the proportion of people with private medical insurance is very low at roughly 46% of the population (~17,795 people). This compares to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequent medical diagnoses in the locality were arthritis and diabetes, affecting 6.5 and 6.4% of residents, respectively, while 74.2% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
Working-age residents show good health with a low occurrence of long-term illnesses. Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.4% of the community (7,526 people), which is higher than the 15.0% level in Greater Melbourne. Health statistics for older residents show some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the population as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
64.2% of St Albans (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 76.2% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 98% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Vietnamese (25.2%) and Australian (7.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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St Albans ranks as one of the most multicultural localities in Australia, with 64.2% of the population born outside the country and 76.2% using a non-English language at home. The main religious affiliation in St Albans is Christianity, representing 45.6% of residents. However, the most distinct variation is in Buddhism, which accounts for 17.5% of the local population, significantly higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.2%. Looking at ancestral backgrounds (parents' country of birth), the three most common heritages in St Albans are Vietnamese, accounting for 25.2% of residents, which is far higher than the regional average of 1.9%, Other, accounting for 20.7% of residents, which is higher than the metropolitan average of 14.6%, and Australian, accounting for 7.7% of residents, which is much lower than the metropolitan average of 18.4%.
In addition, there are distinct differences in the proportion of other cultural backgrounds: Maltese is overrepresented at 4.3% of St Albans (compared to 1.1% regionally), Croatian at 2.4% (compared to 0.7%), and Serbian at 1.4% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of St Albans (Vic.) is 36. 31.4% 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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With a median age of 36 years, St Albans is close to the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and slightly below the Australian median of 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, St Albans has a larger proportion of residents aged 65 - 74 (9.8%) but a smaller proportion of people aged 35 - 44 (12.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 demographic has increased from 5.8% to 6.7% of the population, whereas the 5 to 14 age bracket has decreased from 10.7% to 9.8%. Demographic projections suggest the age distribution of the suburb of St Albans (Vic.)
will change by 2041. The 55 to 64 demographic is projected to grow the most, increasing by 30% and adding 1,318 residents to reach 5,702. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age bracket is projected to contract by 160 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for St Albans (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 14 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 — 385 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (38,042 at the 2021 Census → 38,796 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 (SAL22330). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.