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Sunshine West has an estimated 18,484 residents, down from 18,552 at the 2021 Census. The population has thinned by an average 1.3% a year over five years, slower than 93% of areas nationally. 127 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,940 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 demographic statistics for the surrounding region, combined with post-Census address validation conducted by AreaSearch, the suburb of Sunshine West has an estimated population of 18,484 as of May 2026. This represents a decline of 68 residents (0.4%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented 18,552 individuals. The current figure is derived from a resident population baseline of 18,412 calculated by AreaSearch using the ABS June 2025 ERP update, supplemented by 127 validated new addresses registered since the Census. This population level yields a density of 1,939 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical density across national locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
In contrast to the 0.4% contraction in the suburb of Sunshine West since the census, the wider SA3 region grew by 2.1%, showing conflicting local patterns. The primary driver of local population growth was arrival from overseas, which accounted for approximately 82.0% of recent population increases. ABS and Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024 using 2022 as a baseline are applied by AreaSearch to each SA2 unit. For SA2 regions lacking this data, projections from the 2023 Victorian State Government LGA and Regional releases are aggregated to the SA2 level using weighted growth models. Projected age cohort growth from these models is extended to all regions for the period from 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transitions, the suburb of Sunshine West is projected to experience population growth above the national median, adding 3,387 residents by 2041 via aggregated SA2 projections, representing a 17.9% increase over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
201 new dwellings have been approved in Sunshine West over the past five years, an average of 40 a year. That is 2.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 36 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 33% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 21, 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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Analysis of ABS building approvals allocated to local levels indicates that the suburb of Sunshine West averages approximately 40 approved dwellings per year. A total of 201 residential approvals were issued over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, with an additional 20 recorded during FY-26 so far. Despite the declining population, this construction volume has remained proportionate to demand, offering options for purchasers, while the average expected construction cost for these new dwellings is $355,000. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $34.0 million during the current financial year, demonstrating active commercial investment.
Per capita residential building activity in the suburb of Sunshine West is approximately three-quarters of the rate observed in Greater Melbourne, ranking in the 33rd percentile of all areas evaluated nationwide. This suggests limited choices for prospective buyers and helps maintain demand for the existing housing stock. This volume is also below the national average, reflecting the established nature of the area and potential planning limitations. Approvals for new residential projects consist of 33.0% detached houses and 67.0% semi-detached dwellings or apartments. This preference for denser housing styles provides more budget-friendly options and appeals to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a distinct departure from the current housing stock, which is 83.0% detached houses, pointing to a scarcity of vacant land, shifting lifestyle preferences, and the demand for more varied and affordable housing. With one approval for every 493 residents, the local market exhibits characteristics of maturity. Demographic projections estimate that the suburb of Sunshine West will add 3,315 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If the current pace of construction is maintained, the supply of new dwellings may fall short of population growth, which could increase buyer competition and support higher price growth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Sunshine West
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Sunshine West, worth an estimated $8 million. A further 101 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $60 billion. 24 are already under construction and 26 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 projects, major planning decisions, and new developments are key drivers of regional growth. AreaSearch has identified a total of 17 projects expected to influence the local area. Significant examples include the expansion of the Derrimut Industrial Precinct, the Charter Hall Derrimut Logistics Hub, upgrades to the Derrimut section of Ballarat Road, and the development at 10-12 Marchant Crescent, Sunshine West, with key details provided in the following list.
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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 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.
10-12 Marchant Crescent, Sunshine West
Small-scale residential townhouse development in Sunshine West providing additional housing options for local community. Part of broader residential growth in Melbourne's western suburbs.
Derrimut Industrial Precinct Expansion
Ongoing expansion of Melbourne's Derrimut Industrial Precinct through new warehouse, distribution and logistics developments supported by road and utility upgrades. Brimbank planning policy continues to protect and expand the precinct as a key state logistics and freight hub, while the Victorian Government is progressing additional industrial land through the nearby Derrimut Fields PSP.
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.
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.
ParkWest Industrial Estate
ParkWest Industrial Estate is a premium 35-hectare industrial and logistics hub by Charter Hall, situated at the intersection of Boundary Road and the Western Ring Road in Derrimut. The estate comprises 18 modern, architecturally designed warehouse buildings with integrated office spaces and generous hardstand areas. It provides unmatched connectivity for major freight, e-commerce, and logistics operations. Upgrades and expansions of certain facilities within the estate remain under construction to further improve capacity and truck maneuverability.
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.
8,483 residents of Sunshine West are employed, from a labour force of 9,353. Unemployment sits at 9.3%, with participation at 60.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The suburb of Sunshine West features a diverse labor force spanning multiple sectors, with an unemployment rate of 9.3% and stable employment levels over the prior year based on aggregated data. In March 2026, there were 8,483 employed residents. The unemployment rate is 4.5% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, indicating potential for labor market improvement, while workforce participation is notably lower at 60.6% compared to 70.2% across the metropolitan area. Census records show that a moderate 20.0% of working residents performed their jobs from home, though this figure was influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.
The local workforce is heavily represented in transport, postal & warehousing, manufacturing, and health care & social assistance. The transport, postal & warehousing sector is particularly prominent, employing 2.1 times the proportion seen across the wider region. In contrast, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for 5.9% of workers compared to the metropolitan average of 10.1%. A comparison between the number of local jobs held by residents and the total resident workforce indicates that this residential zone offers limited local employment opportunities. Aggregated ABS and SALM data reveals that over the 12-month period, local employment grew by 0.2% while the labor force expanded by 1.1%, leading to a 0.9 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1% and the labor force expand by 2.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. Future labor demand in the suburb of Sunshine West can be assessed using the Jobs and Skills Australia national employment projections from May-25. These five-year and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local worker profile suggests employment growth of 5.9% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, representing a simple weighted model based on current industry composition without adjusting for localized population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Sunshine West is $1,416 a week (about $74,000 a year), with median personal income at $565 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $47,258 a year against an average of $54,744. 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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ATO records for the 2023 financial year show a median taxpayer income of $47,258 and an average taxpayer income of $54,744 in the suburb of Sunshine West. These figures are lower than the national benchmarks, and compare to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Adjusting these figures for the 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year suggests current values of approximately $51,804 for the median and $60,010 for the average as of March 2026. According to the Census, individual incomes are in the 7th percentile at $565 per week, whereas household incomes rank higher in the 30th percentile.
Income distribution statistics show that 31.5% of the local population (5,822 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which is comparable to the regional rate of 32.8%. Housing cost pressures are significant, leaving residents with only 84.5% of their income after housing costs, which ranks in the 30th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Sunshine West had 6,214 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 3% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 29% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $346 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,700 a month. Rent absorbs 24.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing stock in the suburb of Sunshine West consisted of 82.6% detached houses and 17.4% alternative dwelling types like semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to 67.9% detached houses and 32.1% alternative types in Greater Melbourne. Home ownership was higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average, with 40.6% of homes owned outright, while the remaining properties were mortgaged (30.6%) or occupied by tenants (28.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,700 was lower than the metropolitan median of $2,000, and the median weekly rent of $346 was below the metropolitan figure of $390.
Locally, mortgage repayments are lower than the national average of $1,863, and weekly rents are below the Australian figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Sunshine West counted 6,214 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 33% are couples with children, against 22% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent 74.1% of the total local households, consisting of couples with children (33.1%), couples without children (22.3%), and single parents (16.6%). The remaining 25.9% of households are non-family arrangements, with lone person households accounting for 21.5% and group share houses making up 4.5%. The median household size is 2.8 persons, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.2% of adults in Sunshine West hold a university qualification, including 16.5% with a bachelor degree and 5.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 16.5% hold a vocational qualification. 10 schools serve the area, with 3,603 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 976 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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The suburb of Sunshine West faces educational challenges, with university attainment rates at 23.2% compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 16.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.0% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Vocational qualifications are common, with 25.6% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.1%) and certificates (16.5%). A significant proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 29.9% of residents enrolled in an educational program. This includes 9.0% attending primary school, 7.4% in secondary school, and 5.5% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Sunshine West reaches 89 stops on 12 routes, timetabled for about 3,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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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Analysis of local transit options shows that there are 89 active public transport stops in the suburb of Sunshine West, consisting of bus and train facilities. These stops are served by 12 distinct routes, which accommodate 3,373 passenger journeys each week. Public transport accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 184 meters from their nearest stop. Most workers commute out of the residential area, with private vehicles remaining the primary transport mode at 84%, followed by trains at 9%. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.3.
Based on the 2021 Census, 20.0% of the working population worked from home, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions. Services average 481 runs per day across the network, which translates to approximately 37 weekly journeys per stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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71.9% of residents in Sunshine West report no long-term health condition. 8.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.6% 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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Health indicators in the suburb of Sunshine West align closely with national averages. The prevalence of common medical conditions is typical of the broader population, though elevated among older residents, and the rate of private health insurance is low at approximately 49% of the population (~8,973 individuals). This is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 56.7% and the national rate of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis are the most frequently reported medical conditions, affecting 7.0% and 6.8% of residents respectively. Conversely, 71.9% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
Residents aged under 65 exhibit better than average health outcomes. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 19.4% of the local population (3,585 people), which is higher than the 15.0% average for Greater Melbourne. Health outcomes within this older cohort present some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the population as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
54.3% of Sunshine West residents were born overseas and 66.2% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 95% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Vietnamese (17.6%) and Australian (10.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Sunshine West exhibits high cultural diversity, with 54.3% of residents born outside Australia and 66.2% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, accounting for 49.2% of the population. Buddhism is notably overrepresented at 12.7%, which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.2%. Ancestry records indicate that the three largest groups in the suburb of Sunshine West are Other at 21.1% (exceeding the regional average of 14.6%), Vietnamese at 17.6% (exceeding the regional average of 1.9%), and Australian at 10.6% (lower than the regional average of 18.4%).
Other demographic variations include Maltese ancestry at 4.8% (compared to 1.1% regionally), Macedonian at 2.6% (compared to 0.7%), and Greek at 4.8% (compared to 2.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Sunshine West is 38. 28.5% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 38 years in the suburb of Sunshine West is close to the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and matches the national median of 38. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, the suburb of Sunshine West has a higher proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 (7.4%) and a lower share of young adults aged 15 to 24 (11.4%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 85 and over has increased from 2.2% to 3.0%, while the group aged 45 to 54 has decreased from 12.2% to 11.5%.
By 2041, demographic changes are expected, with the group aged 55 to 64 projected to grow by 31% (adding 583 people to reach 2,469 from 1,885), while the group aged 5 to 14 is projected to show no percentage change, adding only 5 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Sunshine West
8 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 8 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. | ||
| 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 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2025. | ||
| 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 — 127 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (18,552 at the 2021 Census → 18,484 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 (SAL22397). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.