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St Leonards (Vic.) has an estimated 3,765 residents, up from 3,542 at the 2021 Census — a change of 223 people, or 6.3%. Growth has averaged 2.9% a year over five years. 364 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 95.0% of that increase. That puts 129 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 figures compiled for the broader region alongside recent address validations by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of St Leonards (Vic.) is estimated to have a population of 3,765 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 223 people (6.3%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,542 residents. The shift is based on a resident population estimate of 3,760 from AreaSearch, which analysed the latest ABS ERP release (June 2025) and identified 364 validated new addresses post-Census. Such a population size translates to a density of 128 persons per square kilometer, indicating plenty of space per resident and opportunity for future expansion.
The 6.3% population gain in the suburb of St Leonards (Vic.) since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of Vic. (4.3%), positioning it as a leading growth area in the territory. Interstate migration was the primary driver of this growth, accounting for approximately 95.0% of the overall population rise in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates SA2 projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, using 2022 as the baseline. For SA2 regions lacking these projections, AreaSearch uses 2023 State Government projections for Regional/LGA, adjusted via a weighted aggregation technique to map LGA growth to SA2 boundaries. Age group growth rates from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Based on expected demographic transitions, substantial population growth within the top quartile of regional locations nationwide is anticipated, with projections indicating the suburb of St Leonards (Vic.) will add 1,329 residents by 2041, representing a total increase of 35.2% over the 16 years.
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529 new dwellings have been approved in St Leonards (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 105 a year. That places the area in the 79th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 28 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 118 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 83% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 75, 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 evaluation of building approvals from the ABS indicates that St Leonards has seen an average of roughly 105 residential building approvals annually, with approximately 529 dwellings approved over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 69 approved during the current FY-26. With an average of only one new resident per year arriving per new dwelling over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), construction is keeping pace with or exceeding demand, providing buyers with extra choices and supporting population gains that may outstrip current forecasts, with new dwellings carrying an average construction value of $559,000, indicating developers are focusing on the higher-end premium market.
Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $7.9 million have been logged in the current financial year, highlighting the residential focus of the locality. Relative to Rest of Vic., St Leonards boasts 74.0% more new dwelling approvals per capita, which should offer purchasers a wide selection, even though construction speeds have slowed down in recent times. This volume of building is significantly higher than the national average, showcasing strong builder confidence in the locality. Detached houses make up 83.0% of the new building activity, while townhouses or apartments constitute 17.0%, preserving the low-density footprint of the area and focusing on family-oriented housing that appeals to buyers wanting space. With approximately 62 people for each dwelling approval, St Leonards displays the hallmarks of a developing region. Demographic forecasts point to an increase of 1,324 residents in St Leonards through to 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Considering ongoing construction trends, the supply of new housing should comfortably satisfy demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially supporting population expansion that exceeds current projections.
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Development applications around St Leonards (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 Leonards (Vic.), worth an estimated $283 million. A further 67 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.78 billion. 24 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and major developments have a significant impact on local performance. In total, AreaSearch has flagged 8 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include Lifestyle St Leonards - The Shores, Seaside Estate, St Leonards Boat Ramp Upgrade, and the Bluff Road Telecommunications Tower, with details provided below for those of greatest significance.
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Lifestyle St Leonards - The Shores
An over-50s luxury retirement community featuring 158 low-maintenance homes and a multi-million dollar clubhouse. The development follows a land-lease model with no stamp duty or council rates. The state-of-the-art clubhouse, which officially launched in October 2025 with Shaynna Blaze, includes a 25-metre heated indoor/outdoor pool, gym, Pilates studio, and cinema. As of early 2026, the community is in active construction with multiple display homes open and several residential stages completed and occupied.
Seaside Estate
Seaside Estate is a premium 230-lot residential development on the Bellarine Peninsula, located 500m from the beach. It features over two hectares of reserve and open space, including a unique Banjo Shark sculpture and re-established indigenous vegetation. As of mid-2026, multiple stages are titled and available, with Stage 4 scheduled for release by February 2027.
St Leonards-Indented Head Fire Station
Construction of a new, modern fire station on Murradoc Road, funded by the Victorian Government, to enhance emergency services for the St Leonards and Indented Head communities.
St Leonards Memorial Hall Upgrade
The upgrade of the St Leonards Memorial Hall included replacing the main flooring and repairing the sub-floor structure. External works were also completed, adding a new accessible car park, concrete to the entrance and rear courtyard, and a shade sail. The project, supported by the Victorian government and the Tiny Towns Fund, has made the hall a safer and more versatile space for community activities and events.
Bluff Road Telecommunications Tower
Construction is underway on a new telecommunications tower on Bluff Road in St Leonards, Victoria, delivering long-awaited mobile coverage improvements for the coastal community. The project is a Commonwealth co-investment under the Mobile Black Spot Program's Improving Mobile Coverage Round, with Federal Member for Corangamite Libby Coker securing $600,000 in funding ahead of the 2022 election. The tower is being built by digital infrastructure company Indara, with both Telstra and Optus committed to installing equipment on the new structure.The City of Greater Geelong approved the development after a community consultation process that drew almost 400 letters of support from local residents. Construction was reported as ready to commence in April 2025 and was expected to take about two months, after which the telcos would install their network equipment.
St Leonards-Indented Head CFA Fire Station
A new, state-of-the-art fire station that replaces the 40-year-old facility on Dudley Parade. The new station features three engine bays, a large multi-purpose room for training, a workshop, improved amenities, and sustainable features like solar panels and rainwater harvesting.
Pigdon Street Road Sealing - SRC 367
A local road sealing project on Pigdon Street, Indented Head, managed by the City of Greater Geelong, to improve road infrastructure.
Northern Bellarine Beach Nourishment
Victorian Government works delivered by DEECA Marine and Coasts with Bellarine Bayside to place about 30,000 cubic metres of sand across four popular beaches at Indented Head and St Leonards (including Taylor Reserve and Wrathall Reserve). The $2.0m program was completed in late 2021 and includes a 10-15 year strategy for monitoring, maintenance and potential top-ups to buffer against erosion and inundation and improve amenity.
1,384 residents of St Leonards (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 1,469. Unemployment sits at 5.9%, with participation at 43.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 3,349, about 89% 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 Leonards has a qualified labor force, with strong representation in critical services industries, and an unemployment rate of 5.9% according to AreaSearch's aggregation of local statistical data. In March 2026, 1,384 residents were employed, while the jobless rate was 2.2% higher than the Regional Vic. level of 3.7%, and labor force participation was notably lower (43.9% vs 61.1% in Regional Vic.). Census data indicates that a high proportion of residents, 26.4%, worked from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. The primary sectors employing residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade.
The workforce shows a clear concentration in construction, with its employment share sitting at 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, agricultural, forestry & fishing operations are underrepresented, accounting for only 1.8% of the local workforce compared to 7.5% across Regional Vic. The discrepancy between the Census working population and resident population suggests that local employment options within the area are limited. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the year ending March 2026 shows that the local labor force contracted by 3.7% and total employment fell by 3.6%, which kept the unemployment rate relatively stable. In comparison, Regional Vic. saw a minor employment reduction of 0.1% and a labor force contraction of 0.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point decrease. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide context for future workforce needs in St Leonards. These five and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local industry structure to model potential employment trends. Globally, national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these growth trajectories vary widely by sector. Applying these specific industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment in St Leonards could rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, representing a simple weighted model that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in St Leonards (Vic.) is $1,183 a week (about $62,000 a year), with median personal income at $629 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,210 a year against an average of $62,014. 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 statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of St Leonards earn a median income of $45,210 and an average income of $62,014. These figures sit below the national average and compare to a median of $50,954 and average of $62,728 in Regional Vic. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be roughly $49,559 for the median and $67,980 for the average. Census data shows that personal, family, and household incomes in St Leonards fall between the 12th and 15th percentiles across Australia.
Income distribution statistics show the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket includes 27.6% of the population (1,039 individuals), which is close to the broader region where this group makes up 30.3% of the total. Housing affordability presents a major obstacle, with only 84.6% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 13th percentile, while its SEIFA income score falls in the 4th decile.
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St Leonards (Vic.) had 1,562 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 93% detached houses and 1% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 24% rented and 50% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,654 a month. Rent absorbs 29.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 32.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structures in St Leonards at the time of the last Census consisted of 92.5% houses and 7.5% other housing types (including apartments, semi-detached properties, and alternative options), compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings in Regional Vic. Home ownership was notably higher in St Leonards than in Regional Vic. at 50.1%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (25.6%) or rented (24.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,654 was higher than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $350 compared to the Regional Vic.
average of $285. On a national level, mortgage outlays in St Leonards are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the national median of $375.
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St Leonards (Vic.) counted 1,562 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,660 today, averaging 2.1 people each. 17% are couples with children, fewer than in 93% of areas nationally, against 42% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 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 67.5%, consisting of couples with children (16.6%), childless couples (41.5%), and single parent families (8.2%). The remaining 32.5% are non-family households, which are mostly made up of lone person households (29.8%) and group households (2.7%). The average household size of 2.1 persons is smaller than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
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21.5% of adults in St Leonards (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 13.4% with a bachelor degree and 4.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 27.1% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 161 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 978 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 area presents educational vulnerabilities, with university attainment rates (21.5%) falling well below the VIC state average of 33.4%. This situation highlights a clear need for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 13.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.8%) and graduate diplomas (3.3%). Practical and vocational qualifications are highly common, with 39.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.2%) and certificate level credentials (27.1%). A significant proportion of the local population, 20.4%, is enrolled in formal studies. This group includes 6.6% in primary school, 5.8% in high school, and 2.5% pursuing higher education programs.
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Public transport in St Leonards (Vic.) reaches 27 stops on 4 routes, timetabled for about 460 services a week. The typical home sits about 260 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.4 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 transit records show 27 active passenger stops within St Leonards, which are serviced by 4 distinct routes that generate 457 passenger journeys each week. Local transit access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 264 meters from their nearest stop. As the area is predominantly residential, most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary travel mode at 94%. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles. A notable 26.4% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Service frequency across all routes averages 65 journeys per day, which translates to roughly 16 departures per week at each individual transit stop.
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56.9% of residents in St Leonards (Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 7.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.2 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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General health metrics for St Leonards residents are relatively positive, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and health profiles indicating findings that align closely with national averages, showing typical rates of common medical conditions across both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively low at roughly 51% of the population (~1,934 people). Arthritis and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues in the area, affecting 12.5% and 10.1% of the population respectively, while 56.9% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic.
Residents of working age experience notable health challenges, indicated by higher rates of chronic conditions. Older residents aged 65 and over make up 35.3% of the community (1,329 people), which exceeds the Regional Vic. average of 23.9%. Health profiles among these seniors are especially positive, ranking higher relative to national benchmarks than the general local population.
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St Leonards (Vic.) is largely Australian-born, at 81.5% of residents, with 8.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.0%) and Australian (26.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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St Leonards displays a lower level of cultural diversity than average, with 81.5% of residents born in Australia, 90.1% holding citizenship, and 91.4% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 50.3% of the local population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the local population compared to 0.1% across Regional Vic. Regarding family heritage (parents' birthplaces), the primary ancestral backgrounds in St Leonards are English (30.0%), Australian (26.7%), and Irish (9.8%). There are also notable differences in the concentration of other backgrounds: Maltese heritage is overrepresented at 2.5% of the population (compared to 0.5% regionally), French heritage is at 0.8% (compared to 0.3%), and Dutch heritage is at 1.8% (compared to 1.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of St Leonards (Vic.) is 56, older than 97% of areas nationally. 15.6% 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 56 years in St Leonards is substantially higher than the Regional Vic. average of 43 years, and also sits well above the Australian median of 38 years. The 65 - 74 age bracket is heavily represented at 23.5% of the population compared to Regional Vic., while children in the 5 - 14 group are less common at 6.7%. This concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 is significantly higher than the national share of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 65 to 74 grew from 21.4% to 23.5%.
Conversely, the 45 to 54 group shrank from 12.9% to 10.8%, and the 55 to 64 bracket fell from 19.0% to 17.8%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic models project notable changes in the age profile of St Leonards, with the 25 to 34 age group expected to see the fastest expansion at 71%, adding 242 residents to total 581.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for St Leonards (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 |
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| 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 — 364 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,542 at the 2021 Census → 3,765 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 (SAL22346). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.