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Sunbury has an estimated 43,627 residents, up from 38,851 at the 2021 Census — a change of 4,776 people, or 12.3%. Growth has averaged 2.0% a year over five years, faster than 78% of areas nationally. 3,109 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 330 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on demographic evaluations from the ABS for the surrounding region, combined with fresh addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Sunbury has a projected population of approximately 43,627 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 4,776 people (12.3%) from the 2021 Census, when the head count stood at 38,851 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 43,550, which was calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS ERP release from June 2025 alongside 3,109 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. Such a population size results in a density of 330 persons per square kilometer, offering plenty of space per inhabitant and opportunities for future expansion.
The 12.3% rate of growth seen in the suburb of Sunbury since the 2021 census outstripped the state average of 9.3% and the national figure, positioning it as a frontrunner for growth locally. The main engine of this population expansion was domestic migration from other states, which accounted for roughly 39.0% of the overall population rise, though natural increase and arrival of overseas migrants also made positive contributions. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are applied by AreaSearch for each SA2 region. In cases where SA2 data is unavailable, projections are sourced from the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA releases, adapted by weighting population gains from the LGA to the SA2 scale. Growth percentages for specific age brackets from these models are also utilized for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic patterns, the suburb of Sunbury is set to undergo exceptional growth that ranks in the top 10 percent of all Australian statistical locations, with projections indicating an expansion of 29,094 persons by 2041 using aggregated SA2 data, representing an overall rise of 66.5% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
2,966 new dwellings have been approved in Sunbury over the past five years, an average of 593 a year. That places the area in the 91st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 14 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 678 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 91% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 829, running ahead of 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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According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS residential building approvals distributed from statistical zones, Sunbury registers approximately 593 residential building permits annually, translating to an estimated total of 2,966 dwellings over the prior 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, there have been 760 approved permits. An average ratio of 1.4 residents moving to the locality for every completed home between FY-21 and FY-25 points to balanced supply and demand conditions and a steady property market, with new dwellings carrying an average estimated construction cost of $378,000. Additionally, commercial development approvals have reached $9.9 million for the current financial year, demonstrating consistent business investment.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, Sunbury features 17.0% less new building activity on a per capita basis, yet it ranks in the 94th percentile of areas evaluated nationwide, indicating that construction has gathered pace lately. This rate is far higher than the national standard, showing high developer optimism in the area. Current building approvals consist of 91.0% standalone houses and 9.0% townhouses or units, maintaining the low-density profile of the area by focusing on detached residences that appeal to buyers wanting space. With approximately 55 individuals per approved permit, Sunbury displays the traits of a growing suburb. Projections indicate that Sunbury is set to add 29,017 occupants by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations by AreaSearch. If building activity remains at its current pace, the volume of housing completions might fall short of population gains, which would likely increase purchaser rivalry and support upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Sunbury
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 29 current infrastructure and development projects inside Sunbury, worth an estimated $8.79 billion. A further 93 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $78.7 billion. 45 are already under construction and 38 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, residential development 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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The performance of a suburb is heavily linked to infrastructure changes, major projects, and planning strategies. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 37 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include Everley Estate, Bloomdale Estate by AVID Property Group, Davis Vineyard House & Land Estate, and The Sunbury Gateway, with key details provided for the most significant works.
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Plumpton Aquatic and Leisure Centre
A $152 million two-storey aquatic and leisure centre under construction on Beattys Road, Fraser Rise within the Plumpton Precinct Structure Plan. Features a FINA-compliant 50m competition pool, program and learn-to-swim pools, water slides, spas, sauna, Australia's first aquatic sensory space, 24-hour gym, allied health spaces, multipurpose community rooms, rooftop deck, outdoor beach-entry pool, cafe and car parking. All-electric design targeting 5-star Green Star accreditation. Designed by Williams Ross Architects and delivered by Kane Constructions, with $15 million co-funding from the Australian Government Thriving Suburbs Program.Construction commenced November 2025 with opening anticipated in 2028.
Redstone Town Centre
Redstone Town Centre is a 10.33-hectare mixed-use retail and civic precinct within the Redstone masterplanned community. Anchored by a full-line Coles supermarket and Kmart, the centre includes approximately 40 specialty stores, an ALDI, medical centre, childcare, gym, and a civic/community hub. The project prioritises public realm over surface parking and is a key commercial hub for the Sunbury South growth corridor, delivered alongside Club Redstone, an exclusive residents facility.
East Village Sunbury
A neighbourhood retail and civic centre spanning 9,250sqm, anchored by a full-line Woolworths supermarket with specialty stores, KingSwim swimming school, Anytime Fitness, Priceline, medical centre, Food Hall with five retail spaces, and Market Row laneway precinct. Features five standalone buildings with landscaped outdoor dining spaces, public town square, and sustainable design elements including solar power and electric vehicle charging.
Diggers Rest Town Centre Coles Supermarket
New Coles supermarket anchoring the Diggers Rest Town Centre within the Bloomdale community, together with specialty retail tenancies and supporting road upgrades. Community consultation undertaken by Melton City Council during 2026 confirmed construction activities including Banks Drive upgrades associated with the supermarket development.
Canterbury Hills Estate
A large-scale house and land estate in Sunbury, Victoria, planned to eventually host over 1000 families. Designed around a central lake, ponds, creeks and waterfalls, with 6-star energy rated homes and no visible power lines. Developer Townshend Group has delivered 13 of 46 potential stages to date and Stage 24 is the latest active land release. In 2023 Townshend Group marketed the remaining 205 hectares of undeveloped land for sale via an expressions of interest campaign through Savills.Separately, unauthorized earthworks and heavy truck movements (reported at up to 300 trucks per day) on adjoining land at 370 Riddell Road, owned by Fendall Farms Pty Ltd and Paul Attwell, led Hume City Council to pursue action at VCAT. In October 2025 VCAT ordered all activity on that land to cease immediately, with any future works requiring council-approved permits.
Redstone
Redstone is a masterplanned community in Sunbury offering a blend of residential living and natural open spaces. It features 2,500 lots, low-maintenance townhomes, extensive Jacksons Creek frontage, a proposed major town centre, and Club Redstone for local residents.
Sunbury South Precinct Structure Plan and Infrastructure Contributions Plan
Approved growth-area structure plan for approximately 1798 hectares of land in Sunbury South, generally between Watsons Road/Jacksons Creek, Gellies Road/Emu Creek, the transmission line easement and Vineyard Road. The PSP guides long-term urban development including about 11470 dwellings, town centres, schools, local roads, open space, conservation areas and infrastructure funded through the accompanying Sunbury South and Lancefield Road Infrastructure Contributions Plan. Amendment C207 was gazetted in January 2019 and the plan was most recently amended under Amendment C261hume, gazetted in June 2022.
Everley Estate
Nestled on the picturesque banks of Jacksons Creek, Everley is a masterplanned residential community enhancing the landscape of Sunbury with 1,900 lots. Features 4.5km frontage along Jacksons Creek, over 88 hectares of open space, an array of bike and walking paths, scenic lookouts, sporting facilities, waterfalls, and wetlands.
24,097 residents of Sunbury are employed, from a labour force of 24,867. Unemployment sits at 3.1%, with participation at 70.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 36,156, about 83% 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 aggregated by AreaSearch indicates that Sunbury possesses a qualified labor force with strong representation in key service industries, an unemployment rate of just 3.1%, and steady job trends over the prior year. In March 2026, there were 24,097 working inhabitants, with an unemployment rate sitting 1.7% lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, and a workforce participation rate matching the metropolitan level of 70.2%. Census data indicates that a moderate 25.0% of local workers carried out their duties from home, though the influence of pandemic restrictions should be taken into account.
The major fields of employment for local citizens are construction, health care & social assistance, and education & training. There is a particularly high concentration of residents employed in construction, which is 1.4 times the regional average. In contrast, professional & technical services are underrepresented at 5.3% compared to the regional benchmark of 10.1%. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident labor force suggests the area provides relatively few local jobs. SALM and ABS figures aggregated from broader statistical regions show that during the 12-month timeframe, employment grew by 0.4% while the overall workforce shrunk by 0.5%, leading to a drop in unemployment of 0.9 percentage points. Over the same span in Greater Melbourne, employment rose by 2.1%, the workforce grew by 2.3%, and unemployment climbed by 0.2 percentage points. National employment outlooks from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional context on future labor needs in Sunbury. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce profile to model future trends. While overall national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change differ widely by sector. Mapping these industry trends onto the local employment structure suggests employment in Sunbury is poised to rise by 6.3% over five years and 12.9% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted calculation for illustration and does not incorporate local population growth dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Sunbury is $1,925 a week (about $100,000 a year), with median personal income at $854 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,280 a year against an average of $67,670. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The median income for taxpayers in the suburb of Sunbury is $57,280, with an average income of $67,670, based on aggregated postcode data from the ATO for financial year 2023. These figures are close to the national middle point, contrasting with a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $62,790 for the median and $74,180 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Sunbury are generally around the 60th percentile nationally.
The most common income bracket is $1,500 - 2,999, containing 37.1% of the population (16,185 people), which is similar to the metropolitan average of 32.8%. Households retain 86.2% of their income for non-housing costs, and the area is situated in the 5th decile of the SEIFA index for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Sunbury had 14,118 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 89% detached houses and 7% apartments. 48% are owned with a mortgage, 21% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $361 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 18.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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During the latest Census, the housing stock in Sunbury was made up of 88.6% standalone houses and 11.4% alternative structures like townhouses and apartments, differing from the Melbourne metropolitan split of 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative structures. Home ownership rates in Sunbury matched the metropolitan average of 31.4%, with the remaining properties being held with a mortgage (47.8%) or occupied by tenants (20.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,733 was lower than the metropolitan median of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $361 compared to the Melbourne metropolitan median of $390.
Nationally, mortgage payments in Sunbury are below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Sunbury counted 14,118 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 15,854 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 36% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 75.8% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 36.3%, couples without children at 25.6%, and single parents with children at 12.9%. The remaining 24.2% are non-family households, which are mostly made up of single-person households at 21.9% and group households at 2.3%. The median household occupancy is 2.6 people, which matches the metropolitan average for Greater Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
21.2% of adults in Sunbury hold a university qualification, including 14.4% with a bachelor degree and 3.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 27.5% hold a vocational qualification. 15 schools serve the area, with 7,170 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,026 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 profiles indicate room for improvement, as the proportion of residents with university degrees (21.2%) sits well below the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This gap highlights both an educational shortfall and an opening for targeted learning programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 14.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.8% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Practical and vocational qualifications are highly prevalent, with 39.8% of residents aged 15 and over possessing vocational training, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.3% and certificates at 27.5%. Student numbers are high in the community, with 28.3% of the population enrolled in an educational institution.
This figure is composed of 10.0% in primary schools, 7.7% in secondary schools, and 4.1% undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Sunbury reaches 243 stops on 13 routes, timetabled for about 7,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 270 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport networks include 243 active transit stops within Sunbury, consisting of bus and train services. These stops are utilized by 13 distinct routes, which combine to support 7,198 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is considered good, with dwellings situated an average of 267 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is predominantly residential, meaning the majority of workers commute to jobs outside the area, and private vehicles remain the main transit method for 91% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership stands at 1.7 per home, which is above the metropolitan average.
Additionally, 25.0% of the workforce worked from home, according to 2021 Census data which was likely affected by pandemic conditions. The average service frequency is 1,028 runs per day across all routes, which translates to roughly 29 weekly services for each individual stop. The associated map displays the 100 closest stops relative to the central point of the area.
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Transport Stops Detail
64.7% of residents in Sunbury report no long-term health condition. 6.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 53.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 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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Evaluations of death rates and the prevalence of long-term illnesses suggest significant health issues in Sunbury, with common conditions distributed across the population but showing higher frequency in older age brackets, while the rate of private health insurance coverage is slightly above the SA2 average at approximately 54% of residents, representing around 23,379 people. This compares to a coverage rate of 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. The most prevalent health issues reported in the locality were mental health conditions and asthma, which affect 10.2% and 9.9% of the population respectively. Meanwhile, 64.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
The prevalence of chronic conditions among working-age residents is higher than average. Residents aged 65 and older make up 16.7% of the population (7,285 people), which exceeds the Greater Melbourne proportion of 15.0%. Health parameters for seniors indicate some difficulties, though they rank more favorably on a national scale than the broader local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Sunbury is largely Australian-born, at 82.4% of residents, with 9.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.2%) and Australian (26.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The demographic profile of Sunbury shows lower cultural diversity than average, with 82.4% of residents born in Australia, 90.4% holding citizenship, and 90.1% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 50.9% of the population. The most prominent statistical divergence is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of residents compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding parental country of birth, the three largest ancestry groups are English at 27.2% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 20.1%, Australian at 26.9%, which is higher than the regional average of 18.4%, and Irish at 9.3%.
There are also notable differences in other backgrounds, with Maltese heritage overrepresented at 2.7% of the population compared to 1.1% across the region, Croatian at 0.9% compared to 0.7%, and Polish at 0.9% compared to 0.8%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Sunbury is 38. 25.7% 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 residents in Sunbury is 38 years, which is close to the Greater Melbourne average of 37 years and matches the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Sunbury has a larger proportion of people aged 55 - 64 (12.1%) but a smaller share of young adults aged 25 - 34 (13.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 13.5% to 14.9% of the population, and the 75 to 84 bracket has grown from 4.3% to 5.4%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort has shrunk from 13.6% to 12.3%.
By 2041, the age structure of Sunbury is projected to change significantly, led by the 45 to 54 age group which is forecast to grow by 81% (4,347 people), rising from 5,366 to 9,714.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Sunbury
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 29 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated 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 — 3,109 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (38,851 at the 2021 Census → 43,627 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 (SAL22391). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.