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Strathtulloh has an estimated 8,527 residents, up from 3,997 at the 2021 Census — a change of 4,530 people, or 113.3%. Growth has averaged 19.3% a year over five years, faster than 99% of areas nationally. 1,861 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 74.0% of that increase. That puts 706 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 investigations of ABS population revisions for the broader region and recent address validations by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Strathtulloh has an estimated population of 8,527 as of May 2026. This indicates a rise of 4,530 people (113.3%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 3,997 residents. This adjustment is derived from the resident population of 7,910, calculated by AreaSearch through analyzing the latest ABS ERP figures released in June 2025 alongside an extra 1,861 validated new addresses since the Census. Such a population size represents a density of 705 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical values recorded across regions evaluated by AreaSearch.
The expansion rate of 113.3% in the suburb of Strathtulloh since the 2021 census outpaced the state (9.3%) and the national benchmark, establishing the area as a regional leader in growth. The upward population trajectory was chiefly propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 74.0% of the overall population rise in recent times, though natural growth and overseas migration also served as positive contributors. For each SA2 region, AreaSearch adopts the ABS and Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this information, AreaSearch uses the Regional and LGA projections released by the VIC State Government in 2023, modified using a weighted consolidation of population increases from LGA to SA2 tiers. The age group expansion rates from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking forward to demographic outlooks, the suburb of Strathtulloh is projected to experience remarkable growth that ranks in the top 10 percent of all statistical zones analyzed by AreaSearch, with an expected increase of 8,029 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing an overall rise of 86.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,760 new dwellings have been approved in Strathtulloh over the past five years, an average of 352 a year. That places the area in the 98th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 41 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 272 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 96% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 210, 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 analysis of ABS residential building approvals indicates that Strathtulloh averages approximately 352 newly approved dwellings annually, totaling an estimated 1,760 homes approved during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 193 during the current FY-26. A ratio of 2.6 people per year relocated to the locality for each constructed dwelling during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demonstrating robust demand that helps maintain property values, while approved residential projects show an average estimated construction cost of $337,000. Additionally, commercial building approvals have reached $449,000 this financial year, pointing to a heavily residential emphasis.
Strathtulloh shows 228.0% more building approval volume per resident than Greater Melbourne, providing home purchasers with a wider selection, even though construction volumes have moderated lately. This level of activity is vastly higher than the national standard, indicating strong developer optimism in the area. Newly approved projects consist of 96.0% detached houses and 4.0% semi-detached dwellings or apartments, which preserves the traditional open character of the suburb and appeals to families wanting extra space. There are roughly 29 residents per approved dwelling, pointing to a growing real estate market. Future demographic projections show Strathtulloh adding 7,345 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly calculation. Given the current pace of construction, housing output appears well-positioned to satisfy incoming demand, providing prospective buyers with advantageous options and potentially supporting expansion beyond current models.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Strathtulloh
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 9 current infrastructure and development projects inside Strathtulloh, worth an estimated $2.05 billion. A further 64 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $28.5 billion. 37 are already under construction and 23 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and major works have a significant influence on neighborhood growth. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects that are anticipated to affect this region. Principal developments include Robinsons Rise Estate Cobblebank, Cobblebank Metropolitan Activity Centre, St Francis Catholic College - Cobblebank Campus, and Rockbank Town Centre Development, with the subsequent list detailing the most relevant undertakings.
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Robinsons Rise Estate Cobblebank
Robinsons Rise Estate is a residential house and land development in Cobblebank, Melbourne's west, developed by Miravor Property Group. The estate offers over 300 lots across multiple stages featuring 7-star energy-rated homes with sustainable design, recycled water infrastructure, and community open spaces. Stage 2 is currently the latest release. The estate is located 250m from Cobblebank Train Station and within walking distance of Cobblebank Village, the under-construction Melton Hospital, and Cobblebank Stadium.
Cobblebank Metropolitan Activity Centre
The Cobblebank Metropolitan Activity Centre is a 100-hectare mixed-use precinct serving as the future civic heart of Melbourne's west. Major active components include the 1.5 billion dollar Melton Hospital, which reached a structural milestone in April 2026 with basement slabs nearly complete and five tower cranes on-site. Additionally, the five-storey Community Services Hub (formerly Cobblebank Community Services Hub) reached its 'topping out' structural milestone in March 2026 and is slated to open in early 2027.The broader masterplan includes 3,000 dwellings, 70,000 square metres of retail, and 120,000 square metres of commercial and health space, supported by the operational Cobblebank Station and Indoor Stadium.
Rockbank Town Centre Development
A 14.21 hectare major mixed-use development adjacent to Rockbank Train Station, serving as the primary retail hub for the western growth corridor. The site was recently acquired by Woolworths' development arm, Fabcot, for 22.5 million AUD. Groundbreaking is scheduled for late 2025 or early 2026, featuring a full-line Woolworths supermarket, approximately 30 specialty stores, cafes, and services. The project is a key component of the Rockbank Major Town Centre Urban Design Framework, designed to create a walkable, self-sustaining community hub.
New Melton Hospital
Victoria's first all-electric public hospital is under construction in Cobblebank to serve Melbourne's growing outer west. The PPP project will include a 24-hour emergency department, at least 274 beds, intensive care, maternity and neonatal services, mental health, radiology and ambulatory care. VHBA reported in April 2026 that structural works had begun, five of six tower cranes were in place, bulk excavation was finished, 26,500 square metres of concrete had been poured, and completion remained on track for 2029.
Balmoral Estate
Balmoral Estate is a new residential location in Melbourne's West, offering 850 premium homesites with a mix of lot sizes suitable for first home buyers, young families, and established purchasers. It features modern living with parklands, is close to amenities like schools, Cobblebank Train Station, and the Western Freeway, and is designed for community and convenience.
St Francis Catholic College - Cobblebank Campus
Multi-stage expansion of St Francis Catholic College's Cobblebank Campus. Stage 1 opened in 2023. Stage 2 Creative Hub is completing, while Stage 3 is under construction and will deliver a Year 10-12 senior learning building supported by a $6 million Victorian Government Building Fund grant. The campus will progressively expand to around 1,500 students by 2028, with additional facilities including a future Student Resource Centre planned.
Opalia Estate, Weir Views
Opalia is a masterplanned residential estate on 57 hectares in Weir Views, within the Melton growth corridor. Commenced in 2018, the estate delivers approximately 581 homes ranging from 300 to 600 square metres. Community amenity includes the Opalia Plaza shopping centre anchored by Woolworths and Aldi alongside Chemist Warehouse, McDonald's, KFC, cafes and medical facilities, plus sports ovals, connecting pathways and open green spaces. Stages 1 through 9 have all titled, with remaining land stages and homes continuing to sell and settle through 2026.
Swarna Estate
A residential land estate in Strathtulloh with over 500 home lots. The estate features amenities such as a children's playground, daycare centre, and medical centre, and is located near conservation reserves.
3,593 residents of Strathtulloh are employed, from a labour force of 3,804. Unemployment sits at 5.5%, with participation at 82.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 7,131, about 84% 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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Data consolidated by AreaSearch shows that Strathtulloh features a well-educated labor force employed across multiple industries, with a jobless rate of 5.5% and an estimated annual job expansion rate of 1.5%. As of March 2026, working residents count 3,593, with the unemployment rate sitting 0.8% higher than the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 4.8%, while the labor participation rate is exceptionally high at 82.3% compared to the metropolitan level of 70.2%. Census records show a moderate 23.0% of local workers performed their duties from home, though the influence of pandemic restrictions should be taken into account.
Local workforce employment is largely centered in health care & social assistance, transport, postal & warehousing, and construction. The community shows a strong occupational concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with its employment proportion reaching 2.7 times the metropolitan figure. In contrast, the professional & technical sector is underrepresented, making up 5.9% of the local workforce compared to the metropolitan average of 10.1%. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident workforce suggests a shortage of local employment opportunities within the immediate area. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics compiled from broader geographic areas shows that in the year ending March 2026, local employment numbers expanded by 1.5% and the labor force grew by 2.7%, leading to a 1.2 percentage point rise in the jobless rate. During the same period, Greater Melbourne recorded job growth of 2.1% and labor force growth of 2.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point increase. National forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia issued in May-25 offer additional context regarding future employment trends in Strathtulloh. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce makeup to estimate potential hiring patterns. Locally, employment is modeled to grow by 6.5% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, based on weighting the national forecasts, which project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though industry sectors are expected to grow at vastly different speeds.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Strathtulloh is $2,188 a week (about $114,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,000 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $68,671 a year against an average of $77,514. 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 for financial year 2023, earnings in the suburb of Strathtulloh are exceptionally high relative to the rest of the nation, with a median of $68,671 and an average of $77,514. In comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded a median income of $57,688 and an average income of $75,164. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current projections suggest levels of approximately $75,277 for the median and $84,971 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census highlights that household, family, and individual earnings in Strathtulloh are positioned in the top brackets nationally, placing between the 77th and 78th percentiles.
Analysis of income distribution shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket includes 48.4% of the population (4,127 individuals), which compares to the metropolitan area where 32.8% of residents fall into this group. Although substantial housing outlays absorb 18.1% of earnings, solid incomes keep disposable funds at the 74th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Strathtulloh had 1,190 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 98% detached houses and 0% apartments. 66% are owned with a mortgage, 26% rented and 8% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month, a total housing cost higher than 91% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 17.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the last Census, residential housing in Strathtulloh consisted of 98.0% standalone houses and 2.0% alternative dwellings like semi-detached properties, units, or other options, whereas the Melbourne metropolitan area had 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative formats. The home ownership rate stood at 7.8%, which is lower than the metropolitan Melbourne benchmark, with the remaining residences being held under mortgages (66.1%) or occupied by tenants (26.1%). Monthly mortgage payments averaged $1,950, which is below the metropolitan Melbourne average of $2,000, while the typical weekly rent was $380, compared to the metropolitan average of $390.
On a national level, mortgage outlays in Strathtulloh are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rental costs are higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Strathtulloh counted 1,190 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,539 today, averaging 3.2 people each. 54% are couples with children, more than in 96% of areas nationally, against 24% couples without children. 10% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households constitute the vast majority of local homes at 87.8%, consisting of couples raising children at 53.9%, couples without children at 23.7%, and single parent households at 9.1%. The remaining 12.2% consists of non-family arrangements, with single occupant homes representing 9.6% and group households accounting for 2.5%. The typical household size of 3.2 individuals exceeds the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
36.5% of adults in Strathtulloh hold a university qualification, including 23.7% with a bachelor degree and 11.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 19.7% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,217 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,028 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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Educational attainment in Strathtulloh is substantially higher than regional and national levels, with 36.5% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 24.3% in the SA3 region and 30.4% across Australia. This educational pattern positions the local population to capture knowledge-sector jobs. Bachelor degrees represent the most common tertiary qualification at 23.7%, followed by postgraduate study at 11.1% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Technical qualifications are also prominent, with 35.0% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas at 15.3% and certificates at 19.7%. A high proportion of the population is engaged in learning, with 33.9% of residents currently attending an educational institution.
Among those studying, 13.5% are in primary school, 5.3% are in secondary school, and 3.9% are enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Strathtulloh reaches 8 stops on 5 routes, timetabled for about 1,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 630 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 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 evaluation of local public transport shows 8 active transit stops in Strathtulloh, including both bus and rail options. These stops are serviced by 5 distinct routes, which accommodate a total of 1,176 passenger journeys weekly. Transit accessibility is categorized as limited, with local households located an average of 633 meters from the nearest stop. The neighborhood is largely residential, leading most workers to travel out of the area; driving remains the primary method at 89%, while 8% of commuters use trains. Households average 1.6 vehicles, which is higher than the metropolitan average.
At the time of the 2021 Census, 23.0% of the working population performed their jobs from home, which may reflect the influence of pandemic restrictions. Transit routes show an average frequency of 168 trips daily across all operations, which translates to approximately 147 weekly departures per stop.
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84.1% of residents in Strathtulloh report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 75% of areas nationally. 2.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the frequency of chronic illnesses, health indicators in Strathtulloh are very strong, with a very low occurrence of standard medical conditions across all age segments and a high level of private health insurance coverage held by approximately 57% of the total population (~4,896 people). Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent diagnoses among residents, affecting 7.1% and 4.5% of the population respectively, while 84.1% of the community reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. The working-age population exhibits excellent health profiles with minimal chronic illness.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 3.9% of the local population (332 people), which is lower than the Greater Melbourne share of 15.0%. Health indicators among this senior cohort are exceptionally positive, ranking higher nationally than the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
49.6% of Strathtulloh residents were born overseas and 57.0% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (14.4%) and Indian (13.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Strathtulloh ranks among the most multicultural communities nationally, with 49.6% of its residents born outside of Australia and 57.0% using a non-English language at home. Christianity stands as the primary religious affiliation, practiced by 40.0% of the community. The most distinct variation from metropolitan averages is seen in the Other category, which accounts for 20.4% of the population, compared to just 2.3% across Greater Melbourne. Ancestry details reveal that the most common parental origins are Other at 28.4% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 14.6%, Australian at 14.4%, and Indian at 13.1%, which is higher than the regional average of 4.2%.
Other notable cultural groups include Filipino residents at 8.1% of the local population (compared to 1.3% regionally), Maltese at 4.2% (compared to 1.1% regionally), and Samoan at 1.3% (compared to 0.3% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Strathtulloh is 29, younger than 98% of areas nationally. 32.1% 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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Strathtulloh has a median age of 29, which is younger than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and the national median of 38. The community has a high percentage of children aged 5 - 14 at 28.2%, which is higher than the metropolitan proportion and higher than the national average of 12.0%, while residents aged 45 - 54 account for 0.4% of the population. Since 2021, the 5 to 14 age group has risen from 15.6% to 28.2%, and the 15 to 24 age bracket increased from 9.8% to 15.1%.
Conversely, the 25 to 34 age segment decreased from 27.2% to 17.0%, and the 45 to 54 group dropped from 6.3% to 0.4%. Looking forward to 2041, demographic models project that the 15 to 24 age cohort will expand by 2,048 residents (159%) from 1,287 to 3,336, whereas the number of children aged 5 to 14 is projected to decrease by 339.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Strathtulloh
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 9 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 Jun 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 — 1,861 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,997 at the 2021 Census → 8,527 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 (SAL22382). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.