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Strathdale has an estimated 5,659 residents, down from 5,756 at the 2021 Census — a change of 97 people, or 1.7%. That puts 1,608 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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Following assessment of ABS demographic data updates for the wider region and new address entries validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the population of the suburb of Strathdale is estimated to be approximately 5,659 as of May 2026. This represents a contraction of 97 residents (1.7%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 5,756 individuals. This shift is calculated from a resident population count of 5,657, which was calculated by AreaSearch using the most recent ABS ERP publication (June 2025) alongside 65 validated new addresses added since the Census date.
This size of population yields a density of 1,607 persons per square kilometer, a figure that exceeds the average for Australian locations analyzed by AreaSearch. In recent times, population gains were almost exclusively driven by overseas migration. AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia demographic projections for each SA2 district, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch employs Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections from 2023, modifying them with a weighted aggregation system of population growth shifting from LGA to SA2 levels. The age cohort growth rates from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, projections point to an expansion in regional areas that exceeds the national median, with the suburb of Strathdale anticipated to grow by 973 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing a total increase of 17.2% over the 16 years.
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102 new dwellings have been approved in Strathdale over the past five years, an average of 20 a year. That is 3.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 12, 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's evaluation of ABS building approval records distributed from statistical area data, the suburb of Strathdale has averaged approximately 20 dwelling approvals annually, totaling an estimated 102 residences over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 11 approvals have been registered. As the population has contracted in recent times, the supply of housing has remained sufficient to meet demand, resulting in a balanced market offering good options for buyers, while new builds carry an average construction cost of $437,000, indicating that developers are focusing on the higher-end, premium market.
Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $6.2 million this financial year, which highlights the residential nature of the locality. In comparison to Rest of Vic., construction activity in the suburb of Strathdale is significantly lower, tracking 50.0% below the regional average per capita. Although building starts have picked up lately, this constrained supply typically helps maintain demand and property values for existing homes. This volume is also lower than the national benchmark, reflecting a mature market and highlighting potential land constraints for new builds. New residential approvals consist of 67.0% detached houses and 33.0% attached dwellings, indicating a growing selection of medium-density choices that offer options across various price points, ranging from conventional family properties to smaller, more affordable options. This represents a distinct shift from the current housing stock (which stands at 88.0% houses), indicating a decline in available land for development and answering changes in household preferences and affordability constraints. The ratio of residents to dwelling approvals stands at approximately 227 people per approval, pointing to a low-density residential market. Long-term forecasts indicate that the suburb of Strathdale will gain 971 residents by 2041, according to the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Under the current pace of construction, residential supply may struggle to keep up with this population increase, which could intensify competition among buyers and support upward pressure on prices.
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Development applications around Strathdale
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 57 current infrastructure and development projects close to Strathdale, worth an estimated $3.72 billion. 23 are already under construction and 20 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, education & training and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local performance is heavily shaped by developments in regional infrastructure, major construction works, and municipal planning. In total, 3 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a likely impact on the locality. Key initiatives include the Marnie Place Estate, the Kennington Reservoir Dam Wall Rehabilitation, the Flora Hill project, and the Water and Sewer Network Program, with details provided on the works of greatest local relevance.
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St Aidans Road Kennington Social Housing
84 new social housing units for residents aged 55 years and over, delivered by VincentCare Community Housing in partnership with Homes Victoria under the Big Housing Build. Mix of 64 one-bedroom and 20 two-bedroom apartments and townhouses across five buildings, replacing 30 ageing independent living units. Includes a community hub, covered outdoor area, landscaping, parking and bicycle storage. Delivered in two stages to allow existing residents to relocate once.
Prime Business Park
A $55 million masterplanned business park at 8-16 Rohs Road, East Bendigo, developed by Prime Urban Group. Stage One is now complete, delivering 12 office suites, 23 warehouse units, two large factory spaces and a central cafe across more than 10,000sqm of flexible workspace, with capacity to support up to 250 workers. Tenants secured include Lifeline Loddon Mallee and the operators of the former Forage Cafe. Preliminary works for Stage Two, which will expand the estate's footprint, are now under way.Across the full site of 48 units the precinct is around 96 per cent sold, leased or reserved, making it the largest commercial hub under development in Greater Bendigo.
Eumana (Flora Hill)
Development Victoria is delivering 'Eumana', a new masterplanned residential community at 2 Osborne Street, Flora Hill, Bendigo. The project will provide over 170 new homes across various lot sizes, including around 56 social and affordable homes delivered in partnership with Homes Victoria. Early works, including site remediation and vegetation removal, commenced in July 2025 and are expected to finish by mid-2026. The historic 'Eumana' House will be retained and incorporated into the development. Construction of the homes is slated to begin in 2027.
Burnayi Lurnayi Flora Hill
A development delivering 35 new social and affordable homes for women and their families in regional Bendigo, in partnership with the Dja Dja Wurrung Corporation. The project includes 26 apartments (12 one-bedroom and 14 two-bedroom) and 9 three-bedroom townhouses. The project has received development consent and broke ground in late 2024, with completion expected in 2026. The homes will be allocated to women and their families on the Victorian Housing Register, with half prioritised for First Nations women.It is partially funded by the Victorian government's $5.3 billion Big Housing Build.
Water and Sewer Network Program
A major program to renew and upgrade critical water and sewer infrastructure across the Coliban Water region. Key 2026 activities include routine water mains cleaning via air scouring in Maiden Gully and Bendigo Central, and significant upgrades to the Cohuna Water Treatment Plant. The program also encompasses the Coliban Rural Water Efficiency Project, a $160 million initiative to modernize gold rush-era open channels with piped networks to reduce water loss by up to 79%. The Maiden Gully to Marong pipeline, a 17km critical link, is a centerpiece of this 'Big Water Build' to support regional population growth.
Regional Sports Infrastructure Program - Bendigo
The Bendigo Sports Package is a major revitalization of three key sporting precincts. The Bendigo Stadium upgrade features a new 2-court annex, refurbishment of courts 9 and 10, and sustainability upgrades including solar panels. The Bendigo Showgrounds works include a new 500-seat multipurpose pavilion (the Showgrounds Function Centre), arena redevelopment with improved drainage, and perimeter fencing. The Bendigo Bowls and Croquet Clubs are receiving 4 refurbished bowls greens, 2 compliant croquet lawns, and a major clubhouse upgrade.These projects aim to boost regional tourism and community participation.
Marnie Place Estate
34 townhouse development by Piermont Group featuring 2, 3 and 4-bedroom contemporary homes. First stage nearing completion with properties in lock-up stage. Marketed by McKean McGregor.
Bendigo Art Gallery Redevelopment
The largest civic infrastructure project by the City of Greater Bendigo, this $45M redevelopment includes a second-level blockbuster exhibition space, an innovative learning centre, a 100-seat theatre, and a Traditional Owner Place of Keeping for Dja Dja Wurrung cultural materials. Construction officially commenced in February 2026, aimed at increasing gallery capacity and regional tourism impact by an estimated $35M annually.
2,631 residents of Strathdale are employed, from a labour force of 2,707. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 56.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,609, about 81% 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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The suburb of Strathdale features a highly educated workforce with a strong presence in essential services, showing an unemployment rate of only 2.8% and an estimated employment growth of 0.8% over the preceding year, according to AreaSearch's compiled statistical area data. In March 2026, there were 2,631 residents in employment, while the unemployment rate was 0.9% below the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%, and workforce participation sat slightly lower than typical levels (56.9% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic.). Census records indicate that a moderate 18.8% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdowns.
The primary sectors of employment for residents are healthcare & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. The suburb of Strathdale exhibits a clear concentration in healthcare & social assistance, where the employment proportion is 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 1.6% of local employment, which is well below the 7.5% average for Regional Vic. The comparison between the Census working population and the resident population suggests that this mostly residential area provides a limited number of local jobs. AreaSearch evaluated data from SALM and ABS sources, which were combined from larger statistical regions, for the twelve-month period ending in March 2026. During this timeframe, employment rose by 0.8% and the labour force grew by 0.4%, resulting in a 0.4 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Regional Vic. experienced a 0.1% contraction in employment and a 0.3% drop in the labour force, which led to a 0.2 percentage point decrease in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia released national employment forecasts in May-25 to help anticipate future demand in Strathdale. These forecasts span five and ten-year periods and have been overlaid with local employment data to project growth trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and by 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary considerably across different industries. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Strathdale’s employment composition, local employment is expected to rise by 6.9% over five years and by 14.4% over ten years. It is important to note that this calculation uses a simple weighting method for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections.
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Median household income in Strathdale is $1,527 a week (about $79,000 a year), with median personal income at $791 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,574 a year against an average of $68,768. 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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Compiled postcode-level ATO data released for the 2023 financial year shows that taxpayers in the suburb of Strathdale had a median income of $52,574, with the average income recorded at $68,768. These figures are slightly higher than national averages and compare to median and average incomes of $50,954 and $62,728 across Regional Vic. based on the same dataset. Applying Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $57,632 for the median and $75,383 for the average. Census records show that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Strathdale are moderate, falling within the 37th to 47th percentiles.
Income distribution data indicates that the weekly earnings bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 accounts for 30.0% of the population (1,697 residents), mirroring the wider regional trend where 30.3% of the workforce falls in this bracket. Housing expenses are manageable, with residents keeping 88.5% of their income, though disposable income is below average at the 42nd percentile, and the SEIFA index for income places the area in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Strathdale had 2,337 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 88% detached houses and 1% apartments. 28% are owned with a mortgage, 25% rented and 46% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $300 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 19.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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An analysis of residential structures in the suburb of Strathdale at the time of the latest Census showed that 87.5% of homes were separate houses and 12.6% were other dwelling types (such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative housing), compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings in Regional Vic. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Strathdale were notably higher than the regional average, with 46.2% of homes owned outright, while the remaining properties were mortgaged (28.4%) or rented (25.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $1,517, which is higher than the Regional Vic.
average of $1,430, and the median weekly rent was $300, compared to the regional figure of $285. On a national level, mortgage costs in the suburb of Strathdale are significantly below the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also much lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Strathdale counted 2,337 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 31% couples without children. 30% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 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 in the suburb of Strathdale at 67.4%, which includes couples with children at 25.6%, couples without children at 30.6%, and single parent households at 10.6%. The remaining 32.6% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 30.4% and group households accounting for 2.1%. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is slightly smaller than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
29.9% of adults in Strathdale hold a university qualification, including 19.8% with a bachelor degree and 5.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 98% of areas nationally. A further 20.8% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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The educational profile of the suburb of Strathdale is prominent within the region, with university degree completion rates (29.9% of residents aged 15 and over) exceeding both the Rest of Vic. average of 21.7% and the wider SA3 average of 23.6%, demonstrating a strong local focus on tertiary education. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 19.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.3% and graduate diplomas at 4.8%. Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 33.2% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.4% and certificates at 20.8%.
Participation in study is quite high, with 26.5% of the population enrolled in an educational program. This student group includes 9.6% in primary school, 8.0% in high school, and 3.8% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Strathdale reaches 25 stops on 5 routes, timetabled for about 740 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. 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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An assessment of public transport shows 25 active transport stops in service within the suburb of Strathdale. These stops are connected to 5 distinct routes, which combine to offer 743 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is classified as good, with residents living an average of 244 meters from their closest stop. Because the area is mostly residential, the majority of commuters travel outside the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 94%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.4 cars per home. Approximately 18.8% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.
The average service frequency is 106 trips per day across all routes, which translates to approximately 29 weekly trips at each individual stop.
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Transport Stops Detail
62.1% of residents in Strathdale report no long-term health condition. 6.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators in the suburb of Strathdale align closely with national averages, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and the occurrence of chronic illnesses, showing typical rates of common medical conditions across both younger and older demographics. The rate of private health insurance is relatively high, covering roughly 54% of the population (~3,056 residents), compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic. The most prevalent health issues recorded among residents were arthritis and mental health conditions, which affect 11.3% and 9.2% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 62.1% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic.
Residents of working age experience notable health challenges, with higher rates of chronic illness. Individuals aged 65 and over represent 25.0% of the population (1,414 residents), which is higher than the Regional Vic. average of 23.9%. Health trends for older residents are above average, with national percentiles matching the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Strathdale is largely Australian-born, at 89.2% of residents, with 6.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.0%) and Australian (28.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Strathdale has a lower level of cultural diversity than average, with 89.2% of the population born in Australia, 91.4% holding citizenship, and 93.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 52.6% of residents. However, the most distinct disproportionate representation is seen in Judaism, which makes up 0.1% of the population, matching the 0.1% recorded across Regional Vic. Looking at ancestral backgrounds (the birthplaces of residents' parents), the three most common heritages in the suburb of Strathdale are English at 32.0%, Australian at 28.2%, and Irish at 11.5%.
There are also distinct variations in the proportions of other backgrounds: Scottish heritage is slightly overrepresented at 9.1% of the population (compared to 8.8% in the wider region), Sri Lankan is at 0.3% (compared to 0.1%), and Korean heritage is at 0.2% (compared to a regional average of virtually no records).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Strathdale is 45, older than 82% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 23.5% 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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With a median age of 45 years, the suburb of Strathdale is slightly older than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and significantly older than the national median of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket has a notable concentration (12.2% of the local population) compared to Regional Vic., while 45 - 54 year-olds are less represented (10.9%). Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has increased from 10.0% to 12.2%, and the 35 to 44 age cohort has grown from 10.9% to 12.0%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 12.7% to 10.9%.
Demographic projections indicate that the age profile in the suburb of Strathdale will shift notably by 2041. The cohort aged 25 to 34 is expected to grow substantially, increasing by 336 people (49%) from 690 to 1,027, while the numbers of residents aged 55 to 64 and 65 to 74 are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Strathdale
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 May 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 — 65 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,756 at the 2021 Census → 5,659 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 (SAL22373). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.