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Sunshine (Vic.) has an estimated 10,164 residents, up from 9,445 at the 2021 Census — a change of 719 people, or 7.6%. 175 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 89.0% of that increase. That puts 2,149 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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Analyzing population updates from the ABS for the broader region alongside address registries validated by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Sunshine (Vic.) is estimated to have a population of approximately 10,164 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 719 individuals (7.6%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 9,445 residents. This demographic change is deduced from a resident population count of 10,151 calculated by AreaSearch, which drew on the ABS's June 2025 ERP data release and an additional 175 validated new addresses since the Census. Such a population size corresponds to a density of 2,148 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average across national locations evaluated by AreaSearch.
The 7.6% expansion rate in the suburb of Sunshine (Vic.) since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 region (2.1%), establishing it as a local growth leader. Overseas migration was the primary driver of this demographic expansion, accounting for approximately 89.0% of the overall population growth during recent periods. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for every SA2 region. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections are sourced from the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA dataset, adjusted by allocating growth from LGA levels down to SA2 levels using weighted aggregation. The age group growth rates derived from these methods are also applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic patterns, a substantial population expansion placing this location in the top national quartile is anticipated. Based on combined SA2 projections, the suburb of Sunshine (Vic.) is expected to grow by 3,169 residents by 2041, representing a total increase of 31.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
248 new dwellings have been approved in Sunshine (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 49 a year. That is 5.0 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 47 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 23% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 230, 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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Analysis of building approval statistics from the ABS indicates that Sunshine averages about 49 annual dwelling approvals, accumulating to an estimated 248 residences over the previous 5 financial years. For the current period of FY-26211 approvals have been registered so far. With an average addition of only 0.2 new residents per year per finished dwelling over the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, the local residential supply matches or exceeds demand, ensuring a wide selection for buyers and accommodating growth beyond current projections. New residences carry an average construction value of $441,000, which sits slightly above the regional average and points to a focus on higher-quality builds.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $48.4 million during this financial year, indicating solid business investment in the locality. Sunshine exhibits 69.0% more construction activity per resident than Greater Melbourne, providing home buyers with a broader selection. The composition of new approvals consists of 23.0% detached houses and 77.0% medium-to-high density formats like townhouses or apartments. This preference for denser housing styles offers entry-level options and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a clear shift from the existing housing stock, where standalone houses comprise 69.0% of properties, indicating a reduction in available development land and reflecting changes in lifestyle preferences and affordability constraints. Recording approximately 238 residents per approval, the local property market is in transition. Long-term forecasts suggest Sunshine will add 3,156 residents by 2041, calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Should the current pace of construction persist, the supply of new housing may fall short of demographic growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support higher property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Sunshine (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Sunshine (Vic.), worth an estimated $24.1 billion. A further 75 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $60.1 billion. 26 are already under construction and 19 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and transport & logistics. 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 developments, major projects, and planning changes have a significant influence on neighborhood performance. AreaSearch has identified 12 projects that are expected to impact the locality. Key initiatives include the Sunshine Superhub and Albion Station Upgrade, the Sunshine Priority Precinct Vision 2050, the Western Rail Plan, and Next Generation Trams, with the detailed list highlighting those of greatest significance.
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Sunshine Superhub and Albion Station Upgrade
A major transformation of Sunshine Station into a transport superhub and the complete rebuild of Albion Station as part of Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 1. The 4.1 billion dollar project spans 6km of track upgrades from West Footscray to Albion, untangling a complex rail junction to enable airport services and Melton Line electrification. Major construction is actively underway following early works and utility relocations, with completion targeted for 2030.
Sunshine Priority Precinct Vision 2050
The Sunshine Priority Precinct Vision 2050 is a 30-year urban renewal strategy establishing Sunshine as the capital of Melbourne's west. It leverages over $20 billion in broader infrastructure investments, including the $4.1 billion Sunshine Superhub, and targets 43,000 new residents and up to 50,000 new jobs by 2051. Key components include the Sunshine Station Precinct Masterplan Stage 1, the Albion Quarter Structure Plan, and the 54-hectare Sunshine Energy Park.
Western Rail Plan - Sunshine Superhub (West Footscray to Albion Rail Upgrade)
The Western Rail Plan umbrella program is now centred on the Sunshine Superhub, formally known as the Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 1 West Footscray to Albion Rail Upgrade. The $4.1 billion program spans 6km from West Footscray to Albion, untangling a complex rail junction by building 6km of new raised track and 2 rail bridges to separate 6 regional and metropolitan rail lines. Sunshine Station will be transformed into a superhub with 2 new dedicated regional platforms and an extended concourse, supporting more than 1,000 train services per day.A new Tottenham Station and a rebuilt Albion Station are also included. The enabling works contract was awarded in February 2026 to a consortium of McConnell Dowell, Arup, Metro Trains Melbourne, V/Line and VIDA Rail, with early works commencing April 2026. Full construction completion is targeted for 2030. The Geelong Fast Rail component has been cancelled following the withdrawal of federal funding in November 2023. Electrification to Melton and Wyndham Vale remains a future stage subject to separate business cases.
Next Generation Trams
The Victorian Government is investing 1.85 billion AUD to deliver 100 accessible, low-floor Next Generation G Class trams and infrastructure upgrades, including the newly completed Maidstone Tram Depot. Designed by Alstom, the fleet of 25-metre-long vehicles will feature enhanced disability access, accommodating up to 150 passengers. The first test tram was delivered to Maidstone in September 2025, launching an extensive network testing and enabling works program across local routes before progressively rolling out to passengers.
Vietnamese Museum Australia
Australia's first museum dedicated to preserving and sharing the story of Vietnamese refugee settlement in Australia. The three-storey building, designed by Konzepte Melbourne, features a wave-like facade and bamboo exterior details symbolising the journey to freedom. Total funding of approximately $20.4 million includes $9.7M Federal, $8.7M State, and $2M additional State contributions plus community fundraising. The museum will house over 100,000 stories on veterans, refugees, and Vietnamese Australians, receive more than 280 artefacts, and include a resource centre, function centre and cafe for up to 450 guests.Part of the Multicultural Museums Victoria network. Construction commenced April 2025 and reached the topping-out milestone in September 2025, two weeks ahead of schedule. Builder is McCorkell Constructions.
Sunshine Precinct
Long-term Victorian Government urban renewal and transport precinct program centred on Sunshine Station, Sunshine CBD and Albion Quarter. The precinct is being positioned as a major centre for Melbourne's west, supported by Melbourne Airport Rail, Suburban Rail Loop connections, regional rail upgrades, the $4.1 billion Sunshine Superhub, the Sunshine Station Masterplan and the Albion Quarter Structure Plan. Current activity includes Superhub and West Footscray to Albion rail upgrade works, station precinct improvements, and continuing structure planning for Albion Quarter to support jobs, innovation, services, housing and public realm enhancements.
Melbourne Airport Rail - Sunshine to Albion Package
Stage 1 of the Melbourne Airport Rail connecting passengers from West Footscray to Albion. The project involves upgrading Sunshine Station into a superhub, laying over 6 kilometres of new track, constructing two new rail bridges, and adding new regional platforms. Construction commenced in early 2026.
Dempster Park Children's and Community Centre
Integrated early years and community hub replacing North Sunshine Kindergarten and Dempster Park Hall. The project will deliver two 33-place kindergarten rooms (up to 66 children at a time), an outdoor learning environment, staff spaces and amenities, a family space, a community hall, and two maternal and child health offices. The project is a Building Blocks Partnership between the Victorian Government and Brimbank City Council, receiving 5.89 million AUD in funding. Demolition of the existing kindergarten and hall and construction of the new facility is underway from mid to late June 2026, with opening expected in September 2027.
5,548 residents of Sunshine (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 5,960. Unemployment sits at 6.9%, with participation at 69.6%. 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 11,407, about 112% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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 from AreaSearch shows Sunshine possesses a highly educated labor force with broad industry representation, an unemployment rate of 6.9%, and an estimated job growth rate of 2.7% over the past year. In March 2026, there were 5,548 employed residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 2.1% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, while participation in the workforce closely matches the metropolitan benchmark of 70.2%. Census figures indicate that a high proportion of residents, 27.2%, worked from home, though this figure reflects the influence of pandemic lockdowns. Local residents are predominantly employed in healthcare & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade.
The neighborhood exhibits a high concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with its workforce share measuring 1.5 times the metropolitan average. In contrast, the professional & technical sector is underrepresented, making up 7.4% of employment compared to 10.1% across the wider region. A ratio of 0.8 working positions for every resident at the time of the Census indicates a healthy volume of local employment options. According to SALM and ABS statistics aggregated by AreaSearch, the year ending March 2026 saw employment levels rise by 2.7% and the local labor force grow by 1.9%, leading to a decrease in unemployment by 0.7 percentage points. This performance differed from Greater Melbourne, where employment increased by 2.1%, the labor force grew by 2.3%, and the unemployment rate rose by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from May-25 issued by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context for future demand patterns. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential employment paths. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary by industry. Applying these sectoral projections to the local workforce mix suggests employment in Sunshine could expand by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, representing a basic weighted projection that does not incorporate localized population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Sunshine (Vic.) is $1,566 a week (about $81,000 a year), with median personal income at $706 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,025 a year against an average of $62,581. 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 latest postcode-level ATO statistics for financial year 2023 show that incomes in Sunshine fall below the national benchmarks, with the median recorded at $54,025 and the average at $62,581. This is lower than the Greater Melbourne median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $59,222 for the median and $68,601 for the average as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb are modest, placing between the 29th and 39th percentiles.
Income distribution shows the largest segment contains 31.1% of residents (3,161 individuals) earning within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is comparable to the metropolitan proportion of 32.8% in the same category. Financial pressure from housing is significant, with residents retaining only 82.7% of their income, ranking at the 39th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Sunshine (Vic.) had 3,365 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 69% detached houses and 8% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $340 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,842 a month. Rent absorbs 21.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing profile in Sunshine at the time of the Census consisted of 69.4% detached houses and 30.6% semi-detached properties, apartments, or other dwelling types, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne. Homeownership rates in Sunshine were slightly below the metropolitan average at 27.9%, with the remaining dwellings split between mortgaged properties (29.9%) and rentals (42.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,842 and median weekly rent of $340 were both below the metropolitan averages of $2,000 and $390. Looking nationally, mortgage payments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Sunshine (Vic.) counted 3,365 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,621 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 22% couples without children. 26% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 66.8%, consisting of couples with children at 28.9%, couples without children at 21.7%, and single parents at 13.6%. Non-family households account for the remaining 33.2%, which is comprised of single-person households at 25.5% and group households at 7.7%. The median household size is 2.6 people, matching the metropolitan Melbourne average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
35.4% of adults in Sunshine (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 22.6% with a bachelor degree and 9.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 14.8% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 901 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,011 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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Education statistics in Sunshine are strong, with 35.4% of residents aged 15 and over holding tertiary qualifications, compared to 23.9% across the broader SA3 area. This provides the local workforce with a strong foundation for knowledge-sector roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 22.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.8% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Vocational courses account for 24.2% of qualifications among residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas at 9.4% and certificates at 14.8%. A high level of educational enrollment is observed locally, with 31.3% of the population participating in formal studies.
This group includes 8.4% in primary schools, 7.2% in higher education, and 5.9% in secondary schools.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Sunshine (Vic.) reaches 100 stops on 31 routes, timetabled for about 14,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 130 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 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 infrastructure includes 100 active stops within Sunshine, combining train and bus services. These stops are connected to 31 distinct routes, which support 14,067 passenger journeys weekly. Transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 131 meters from the nearest stop. The neighborhood is mostly residential, and most workers commute out of the area. Cars are the primary transport mode at 72%, followed by trains at 16% and buses at 6%. Average vehicle ownership is 1.0 per household, which is below the metropolitan average. A high proportion of residents, 27.2%, work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Service frequency averages 2,009 daily trips across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 140 weekly services at each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.4% of residents in Sunshine (Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 7.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health outcomes for the local population are generally positive, with analysis of mortality rates and chronic illnesses showing results that align with national averages. The incidence of common health issues is typical across both younger and older cohorts, while the level of private health coverage is low, with approximately 52% of the population (~5,244 people) holding policies, compared to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent issues, affecting 7.1% and 7.0% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 74.4% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in the metropolitan area.
The population under the age of 65 exhibits favorable health statistics. Residents aged 65 and over make up 13.5% of the population (1,372 people), which is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. Seniors in the area enjoy positive health outcomes, with overall rankings that are consistent with the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
51.3% of Sunshine (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 56.6% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 92% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (14.7%) and Australian (13.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Sunshine ranks highly for multicultural representation nationally, with 51.3% of residents born outside Australia and 56.6% speaking a language other than English in the home. Christianity is the largest religious affiliation, representing 40.1% of the population. A notable concentration is seen in Buddhism, which accounts for 11.1% of local residents, compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 4.2%. Ancestry details show the top three backgrounds are Other at 20.3% of the population, which is higher than the regional average of 14.6%, English at 14.7%, which is lower than the metropolitan figure of 20.1%, and Australian at 13.6%.
Significant differences exist for other ethnicities: Vietnamese heritage is highly represented at 13.5% of the population (compared to 1.9% regionally), Maltese is at 1.4% (compared to 1.1% regionally), and Croatian is at 1.0% (compared to 0.7% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Sunshine (Vic.) is 35, younger than 76% 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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The median age of 35 years makes Sunshine slightly younger than Greater Melbourne at 37 and the national average of 38. The 25 - 34 age segment represents 20.1% of the population, showing strong representation compared to Greater Melbourne, while the 5 - 14 demographic is less common at 10.2%. The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Since 2021, the 65 to 74 age group has increased from 6.8% to 7.9% of the population, whereas the 25 to 34 group has decreased from 21.0% to 20.1%.
Population projections for 2041 suggest changes ahead, with the 55 to 64 demographic expected to rise by 581 people (56%), growing from 1,036 to 1,618.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Sunshine (Vic.)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the Suburb (SAL) boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 5 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 — 175 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,445 at the 2021 Census → 10,164 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 (SAL22395). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.