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Swan Hill has an estimated 10,783 residents, down from 11,186 at the 2021 Census — a change of 403 people, or 3.6%. The population has thinned by an average 1.0% a year over five years, slower than 98% of areas nationally. 228 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Density is about 85 people per 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 evaluation of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region, alongside new address files verified by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Swan Hill has an estimated population of 10,783 as of May 2026. This represents a contraction of 403 people (3.6%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 11,186 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 10,750, calculated by AreaSearch using the most recent ABS ERP release (June 2025) plus an extra 228 validated new addresses added since the Census date. This population level translates to a density of 85 persons per square kilometer, offering ample room per resident and capacity for future housing projects.
The -3.6% contraction in the suburb of Swan Hill since the census is within 0.8 percentage points of the wider SA3 region (-2.8%), showing that population challenges are shared across the broader territory. Demographic gains in the suburb of Swan Hill were mostly fueled by net overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 71.0% of all population increases during recent times. AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia demographic projections for each SA2 district, published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline year. Wherever specific SA2 numbers are unavailable, AreaSearch employs Victorian State Government Regional and LGA projections from 2023, adjusted via a weighted consolidation of population shifts from the LGA to the SA2 level. Growth dynamics for separate age cohorts derived from these consolidations are projected forward across all sectors for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at upcoming demographic changes, the model projects a decrease in total numbers over this timeframe, with the suburb of Swan Hill expected to lose 754 residents by 2041 under this approach. Conversely, expansion is anticipated within particular age brackets, especially the 45 to 54 cohort, which is expected to gain 93 individuals.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
226 new dwellings have been approved in Swan Hill over the past five years, an average of 45 a year. That is 4.1 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 39 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 72% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 96, 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's evaluation of building approvals from the ABS, distributed from local statistical data, Swan Hill averages approximately 45 residential approvals each year, with 226 residential builds authorized during the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 88 during the current FY-26. Amid local population declines, residential supply has kept pace with requirements, maintaining a balanced property sector with plenty of options for purchasers, while newly approved dwellings carry an average construction value of $543,000, showing a focus by builders on upscale, premium residences. Furthermore, the area recorded $20.7 million in commercial approvals during the current financial year, showing ongoing commercial investment.
Relative to Rest of Vic., Swan Hill exhibits somewhat stronger building approvals (26.0% higher than the regional average on a per capita basis over the 5 year period), which supports property values while maintaining plenty of options for buyers, despite a recent slowdown in construction. New building approvals are split between 72.0% standalone houses and 28.0% multi-unit developments, keeping local density low with a clear preference for detached properties that appeal to buyers looking for space. The ratio of 348 people per single dwelling approval highlights the quiet, low-scale development setting. Given that population levels are projected to remain steady or contract, Swan Hill is likely to experience less pressure on residential supply, which may present favorable opportunities for prospective purchasers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Swan Hill
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 11 current infrastructure and development projects inside Swan Hill, worth an estimated $180 million. A further 45 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $14.4 billion. 17 are already under construction and 23 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation and energy. 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 development programs are primary drivers of local change. AreaSearch has identified 11 active projects that are expected to influence the local area. Key developments include the Swan Hill Tourism and Cultural Hub, the Heirloom Estate development, the Transforming the Heart of Swan Hill Precinct initiative, and the Swan Hill Bridge Replacement, with details on the most significant projects listed below.
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Swan Hill Central Business Precinct Masterplan
Development of a place-based Central Business Precinct Masterplan to guide how the Swan Hill CBD will look, feel and function to 2050 and beyond. Funded by $650,000 from the Australian Government's regional Precincts and Partnerships Program (rPPP), the project is led by Swan Hill Rural City Council with Hanson Partnership consultants. The masterplan covers six community sites and sets a shared community vision for a more welcoming city centre, with improved walking connections, safer streets, stronger links to the Murray River, climate-resilient streets, and support for outdoor dining, markets and night-time activity.Community consultation was conducted in February-March 2026 to shape the long-term framework guiding future Council and private investment.
Southview Estate
Southview Estate is a stage one land release offering residential lots ranging from 490m2 to 2936m2, located 3km from Swan Hill city centre. The development provides access to schools, parks, and amenities with government grants available including Regional Victoria FHOG up to $60,000 in savings. Limited lots available in current stage.
Heirloom Estate
Heirloom Estate is a family-oriented residential subdivision offering 246 lots for home building across multiple stages. Located 3km from Swan Hill city centre, the estate features lots ranging from 400m2 to 1500m2 with central parklands and thoughtfully designed streetscapes. Stage 1 offers titled lots while Stage 2 Parklands Release is now selling. The master-planned community embraces nostalgia with streets reminiscent of traditional neighborhoods where children can play cricket and ride bikes safely.
Swan Hill Regional Community Sports Hub
Council has approved the layout designs and external facade renders for a new single-storey, under-croft community sports hub on the south side of the existing grandstand at the Swan Hill Showgrounds Sport and Recreation Precinct. The hub is a catalyst project from the adopted precinct masterplan and is moving through detailed design so it can be shovel ready for future State and Federal funding. Planned features include club administration areas, meeting rooms, a large social space, storage, accessible amenities and flexible multi-use spaces for sporting, social and community activities.
Swan Hill Bridge Replacement
Replacement of the heritage-listed Swan Hill Bridge with a new two-lane bridge, featuring a dedicated pedestrian shared path and a moving span (bascule or vertical lift). The project is in the planning and EIS phase, with the McCallum Street alignment selected. A temporary detour bridge will be located upstream during construction to maintain local access.
Swan Hill Tourism and Cultural Experience Centre
The Swan Hill Tourism and Cultural Experience Centre is a new single-storey purpose-built entry facility at Pioneer Settlement on Monash Drive, Swan Hill. The 45-metre long building consolidates tourism and community functions including a visitor information centre, multipurpose exhibition spaces, staff offices, shop, and a Traditional Owner meeting area for the Wamba Wamba, Latji Latji, Tatti Tatti, Wadi Wadi and Barapa Barapa peoples. The design features gable roofs that mimic the Pioneer Settlements triangular roof forms and includes a deep verandah overlooking gardens.The centre opened in December 2025, replacing the former Visitor Information Centre on Curlewis Street.
Swan Hill Riverfront Precinct
Transformation of an underutilised riverfront area into a contemporary community space. The project includes new Active and Adventure Play Precinct, Regional Skate Park at Riverside Park, Marraboor River Viewing Platform and Boardwalk, and upgraded Monash Drive carpark for better accessibility.
Swan Hill Regional Art Gallery Redevelopment
Redevelopment creating a modern space honoring the gallery's legacy with expanded exhibition areas, dedicated workshop zones, improved storage for artworks, and upgraded environmental systems.
5,422 residents of Swan Hill are employed, from a labour force of 5,512. Unemployment sits at 1.6%, with participation at 63.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.0% 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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Swan Hill features a balanced labor market containing both white-collar and blue-collar roles, with a strong presence in essential services and an unemployment rate of only 1.6%, aggregated from local statistical areas by AreaSearch. In March 2026, there are 5,422 employed residents, and the unemployment rate is 2.1% lower than the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%, while the participation rate is relatively typical (63.8% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic.). Census data indicates that a modest 6.9% of local workers operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
The largest sectors of employment for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The local workforce is highly specialized in agriculture, forestry & fishing, representing 1.3 times the concentration seen regionally. In contrast, public administration & safety is underrepresented at 5.1% of the workforce compared to the regional average of 6.5%. Although there are local employment options within the area, Census data comparing the working population to the resident population suggests a significant proportion of workers travel to other areas for employment. Based on AreaSearch's compilation of SALM and ABS statistics for the surrounding region, the local workforce contracted by 3.5% during the year leading up to March 2026, while the number of employed residents fell by 2.1%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 1.4 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional Vic. saw employment contract by 0.1% and the labor force shrink by 0.3%, with unemployment decreasing by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context for potential local demand. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future employment paths. Locally adjusted projections estimate employment growth of 6.0% over five years and 12.8% over ten years, based on national forecasts of 6.6% and 13.7% respectively, though these calculations represent a weighted industry extrapolation rather than localized population forecasting.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Swan Hill is $1,390 a week (about $72,000 a year), with median personal income at $754 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $47,926 a year against an average of $57,197. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest ATO postcode statistics for the financial year 2023 compiled by AreaSearch, residents in the suburb of Swan Hill earn less than the national average, with a median income of $47,926 and an average income of $57,197. These figures compare to a median of $50,954 and an average of $62,728 across Regional Vic. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the financial year 2023, estimated incomes stand at approximately $52,536 (median) and $62,699 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in Swan Hill are modest, placing between the 28th and 39th percentiles.
The largest income bracket is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which accounts for 32.9% of residents (3,547 people), mirroring the broader metropolitan trend of 30.3% in this bracket. Housing costs consume a manageable portion of earnings, with 87.8% of income retained, though overall disposable income ranks below average at the 32nd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Swan Hill had 4,348 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 8% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 33% rented and 36% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $235 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 16.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census, residential structures in Swan Hill consisted of 83.1% detached houses and 16.9% alternative housing types (including townhouses, apartments, and other dwellings), compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% alternative structures across Regional Vic. The rate of home ownership in Swan Hill was 36.2%, which is lower than the rate for Regional Vic., with the remaining households split between properties with a mortgage (31.1%) and rental properties (32.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,300, which is below the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, while the median weekly rent was $235, compared to the regional median of $285.
On a national level, monthly mortgage payments in Swan Hill are notably lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are much lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Swan Hill counted 4,348 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 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 66.0%, which is composed of 25.0% couples with children, 28.4% couples without children, and 11.4% single-parent households. The remaining 34.0% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 30.6% and group living situations accounting for 3.4%. The average household size in the area is 2.3 people, slightly below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
16.4% of adults in Swan Hill hold a university qualification, including 11.7% with a bachelor degree and 2.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 26.5% hold a vocational qualification. 10 schools serve the area, with 2,710 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 969 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment levels present a clear area for improvement, as the proportion of residents with a university qualification (16.4%) is significantly lower than the VIC average of 33.4%. This gap highlights both an educational challenge and a clear focus area for future programs. Among higher degrees, bachelor qualifications are the most common at 11.7%, followed by graduate diplomas at 2.4% and postgraduate degrees at 2.3%. Vocational and technical training are highly represented, with 36.8% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications in these areas, consisting of 10.3% with advanced diplomas and 26.5% with certificates.
A significant proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 27.5% of residents enrolled in an educational program. This student population includes 10.7% in primary school, 7.5% in high school, and 2.4% in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Swan Hill reaches 56 stops on 16 routes, timetabled for about 370 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of public transport networks shows 56 active transit stops in Swan Hill, consisting of bus and rail options. These stops are served by 16 different routes, which provide a total of 367 weekly passenger services. Access to transit is rated as good, with residents living an average of 233 meters from their nearest stop. Because Swan Hill is primarily residential, the majority of working residents commute outside the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 92%, followed by walking at 6%. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.4.
A relatively low 6.9% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic conditions. Local transit routes average 52 daily services, which translates to approximately 6 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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65.5% of residents in Swan Hill report no long-term health condition. 6.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.5 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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Residents face notable health difficulties, as indicated by AreaSearch's analysis of local mortality and chronic illness rates, with various medical issues present in both younger and older populations, alongside a relatively low rate of private health insurance coverage at approximately 50% of the population (~5,337 people) compared to the national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma are the most common diagnoses, affecting 9.7 and 9.7% of the population respectively, while 65.5% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, slightly higher than the 63.4% average across Regional Vic. Residents of working age experience chronic health issues at rates above the national average.
Seniors aged 65 and over make up 20.8% of the local population (2,242 people), which is lower than the 23.9% average for Regional Vic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Swan Hill is largely Australian-born, at 85.9% of residents, with 13.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (30.2%) and English (29.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Swan Hill is lower than the regional average, with citizens making up 85.1% of the population, 85.9% of residents born in Australia, and 86.8% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 50.6% of residents. The most notable difference is in the Other category, which accounts for 1.9% of the local population compared to 0.8% across Regional Vic. The top three ancestral origins reported by residents are Australian at 30.2%, English at 29.2%, and Irish at 9.3%. There are also distinct demographic variations in other groups, with Italian ancestry overrepresented at 4.7% of the population (compared to 2.9% across the region), Vietnamese ancestry at 1.0% (compared to 0.2% regionally), and Australian Aboriginal ancestry at 2.9% (compared to 1.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Swan Hill is 38. 26.4% 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 is 38, which is lower than the Regional Vic. average of 43 but matches the national average of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented at 15.7% of the population compared to Regional Vic., while the 65 - 74 bracket is less common at 9.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 14.7% to 15.7% of the population, whereas the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 10.1% to 9.3%. Future projections indicate that the local age profile will shift by 2041.
The 45 to 54 cohort is expected to increase by 11% (115 people), growing from 1,002 to 1,118 residents. Reflecting an aging population, residents aged 65 and older are projected to account for 56% of all population growth, while the 0 to 4 and 25 to 34 age groups are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Swan Hill
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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 11 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 228 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (11,186 at the 2021 Census → 10,783 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 (SAL22405). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.