Chart Color Schemes
This analysis uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, which can materially differ from Statistical Areas (SA2) even when sharing the same name.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
est. as @ -- *
2021 Census | -- people
Curious about local property values? Filter the chart to assess the volume and appreciation (including resales) trends and regional comparisons, or scroll to the map below view this information at an individual property level.
Find a Recent Sale
Sales Detail
Sydenham (Vic.) has an estimated 10,908 residents, up from 10,578 at the 2021 Census — a change of 330 people, or 3.1%. 151 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 3,064 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.
Detail
As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Sydenham (Vic.) has an estimated population of approximately 10,908, determined through AreaSearch's evaluation of wider ABS demographic updates alongside newly confirmed post-Census addresses. This represents an addition of 330 people (3.1%) compared to the 10,578 people recorded at the 2021 Census. The calculation is based on an Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figure of 10,882 from the ABS June 2025 release, combined with 151 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. With a density of 3,064 persons per square kilometer, the suburb of Sydenham (Vic.)
sits within the upper quartile of nationwide localities assessed by AreaSearch. Furthermore, the 3.1% population increase since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 area's 2.2% mark, establishing it as a regional growth frontrunner, with overseas migration driving about 96.0% of these overall demographic additions in recent times. Projections for each SA2 district rely on ABS/Geoscience Australia models published in 2024 using 2022 as their base period, while locations lacking this coverage incorporate the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA figures adjusted through a weighted aggregation methodology from LGA down to SA2 boundaries. These aggregated age-specific growth rates are similarly applied across all territories for 2032 through to 2041. Based on these combined SA2 projections, the suburb of Sydenham (Vic.) is anticipated to experience demographic expansion just under the Australian statistical area median, gaining 916 persons by 2041 to achieve an overall 16-year expansion of 8.2%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
206 new dwellings have been approved in Sydenham (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 41 a year. That is 3.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 35 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 29% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 8, 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.
Detail
Analysis of ABS building approvals by AreaSearch indicates that Sydenham registers approximately 41 residential approvals annually, accumulating to around 206 dwellings over the preceding 5 financial years. Within FY-25 to date, 8 approvals have been logged. While local headcounts contracted in recent times, residential building activity has adequately satisfied buyer demand, fostering a balanced environment with healthy purchaser choice where newly built dwellings carry an average construction value of $414,000, aligning with regional norms. Concurrently, commercial approvals have reached $5.8 million during this financial year, reflecting a modest commercial development profile.
Per-capita new dwelling approvals in Sydenham track closely with Greater Melbourne, maintaining regional market equilibrium despite an overall moderation in residential construction volumes. This rate also sits below the national benchmark, highlighting an established market context and potential development bottlenecks. Current residential projects comprise 29.0% detached houses and 71.0% attached dwellings, shifting toward higher-density formats that create entry-level pathways for first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors. This stands in sharp contrast to the prevailing structure of 65.0% houses, reflecting reduced supply of greenfield land alongside shifting lifestyle demands and price considerations. The area records approximately 2170 people per dwelling approval, underscoring its mature urban fabric. Long-term forecasts indicate that Sydenham will gain 890 residents by 2041 according to the most recent quarterly figures from AreaSearch. Under prevailing construction patterns, incoming residential supply appears well-positioned to satisfy future housing needs, preserving positive conditions for purchasers and potentially accommodating residential growth beyond baseline forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Sydenham (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 Sydenham (Vic.), worth an estimated $210 million. A further 82 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $40.1 billion. 30 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
Detail
Capital investments, town planning frameworks, and major civic projects play a pivotal role in shaping local community outcomes. AreaSearch has tracked 17 infrastructure initiatives positioned to influence the area, with prominent undertakings including the Plumpton Aquatic and Leisure Centre, the Shared User Paths Upgrade - Taylors Lakes/Sydenham/Hillside, the 9 Pecks Road Townhouse Development, and The Marketplace at Watergardens.
Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.
INFRASTRUCTURE SEARCH
Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.
Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Plumpton Aquatic and Leisure Centre
Major new all-electric aquatic and leisure centre being delivered by Melton City Council in Fraser Rise. The facility will include a 50 metre competition pool, learn-to-swim pools, splash play areas, water slides, spas, sauna, Australia's first dedicated aquatic sensory space, fitness and allied health facilities, community spaces, cafe and rooftop deck. Construction commenced in November 2025 with Kane Constructions appointed as the head contractor. The project is targeting a 5 Star Green Star rating and is scheduled to open in 2028.
Shared User Paths Upgrade - Taylors Lakes/Sydenham/Hillside
Victorian Government funded $8.9 million program to construct 2.5m wide concrete shared user paths connecting Taylors Lakes, Sydenham and Hillside via the Taylors Lakes Easement between Robertsons Road and Melton Highway. Stage 1, linking Robertsons Road to Kings Road and Sandpiper Drive to Melton Highway, was completed in May 2025. Stage 2, which will link the two completed sections and upgrade the fenced dog off-leash area with all-weather access, is in the design and approvals phase, with construction expected to begin in 2027/28 pending state government sign-off on Cultural Heritage and Native Vegetation obligations relating to the Wurundjeri Council and protected Tussock Skink habitat.
Taylors Hill Village Shopping Centre
ISPT-owned neighbourhood shopping centre anchored by Coles and complemented by Liquorland and 14 specialty retailers. Features Coles Express, KFC, and Hungry Jack's located on pad sites. Designed to serve the diverse Taylors Hill community with convenient local shopping, fresh food, coffee, and everyday essentials.
9 Pecks Road Townhouse Development
12 brand new townhouses by Pulis Constructions offering modern, spacious and low maintenance living experience over 3 levels. Walking distance to Watergardens Shopping Centre and Sydenham Train Station. Features 3 bedrooms, designer kitchen with stone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, air conditioning, ducted heating, and double garage. Full turn-key finish with no progress payments and stamp duty savings available.
The Marketplace at Watergardens
A $50 million food and dining precinct within Watergardens shopping centre, featuring over 5,000 sqm of retail space with eight street-style dining options, family-friendly eateries, specialty food retailers, and a playground. It brings vibrant marketplace energy to Melbourne's north-west, developed by QIC.
Taylors Quarter
Taylors Quarter is a 9.1 hectare EnviroDevelopment certified residential subdivision of 171 lots in Taylors Lakes, the final major land release in the area. Land lots and townhomes, built by Sienna Homes, are now fully sold out, with individual home construction continuing across the estate. Messara Park, featuring a playground, BBQ facilities, bocce court and orchard, was completed in September 2022. The estate offers excellent access to schools, the freeway, Watergardens Shopping Centre and Watergardens train station.
Melton Highway Infill Duplication
Duplication of Melton Highway between Crown Drive and The Regency, adding an extra lane in each direction, installing safety barriers and street lighting, extending the shared walking and cycling path on the south side, protecting utilities, and upgrading kerbs, drainage, asphalt and road markings.
Aspire Community
Master-planned residential community by Villawood Properties in Fraser Rise, offering titled land for sale, house and land packages, and townhomes. Home to over 1,400 families with active construction and sales ongoing for remaining stages.
6,099 residents of Sydenham (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 6,462. Unemployment sits at 5.6%, with participation at 70.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,646, about 79% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
Detail
Workforce analysis from AreaSearch shows that Sydenham maintains a skilled labor pool across diverse sectors, featuring an unemployment rate of 5.6% and a 2.0% estimated annual expansion in employment. As of March 2026, 6,099 residents are employed, with unemployment tracking 0.8% above the 4.8% recorded for Greater Melbourne, while labor force participation matches the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 70.1%. Census records show 23.0% of local workers working from home, a figure influenced by prevailing Covid-19 pandemic restrictions at the time. Local employment is predominantly concentrated in health care & social assistance, retail trade, and transport, postal & warehousing.
The local market exhibits notable specialization in transport, postal & warehousing, where the concentration of workers is 2.1 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles account for only 5.7% of resident employment, trailing Greater Melbourne's 10.1%. A comparison between resident workers and local operational jobs suggests the suburb functions primarily as a residential enclave with limited internal employment opportunities. Aggregated SALM and ABS figures compiled by AreaSearch indicate that over the 12 months to March 2026, Sydenham experienced equal 2.0% increases in both employment and the overall labor force, preserving a stable unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment increase by 2.1% and the labor force rise by 2.3%, lifting regional unemployment by 0.2 percentage points. Future industry requirements can be evaluated using national workforce forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26. Against national projections of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, applying sectoral growth rates to Sydenham's occupational profile indicates prospective local employment growth of 6.2% over five years and 12.9% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighted calculation that excludes localized population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Sydenham (Vic.) is $1,813 a week (about $94,000 a year), with median personal income at $724 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,235 a year against an average of $61,518. 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.
Detail
ATO postcode-level records compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate that taxpayers in the suburb of Sydenham earned a median income of $52,235 and an average income of $61,518. These figures fall below national standards and regional benchmarks, which stand at $57,688 and $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in a Wage Price Index rise of 9.62% since financial year 2023, modelled estimates reach approximately $57,260 (median) and $67,436 (average) as of March 2026. According to the Census, household earnings place the area at the 53rd percentile ($1,813 weekly), with individual earnings sitting at the 33rd percentile.
Around 37.6% of residents (4,101 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings bracket, matching the wider regional proportion of 32.8%. Households retain 85.2% of income following housing outlays, placing the locality in the 4th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Sydenham (Vic.) had 3,462 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 65% detached houses and 2% apartments. 39% are owned with a mortgage, 32% rented and 29% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $369 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,680 a month. Rent absorbs 20.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
Detail
Census data on residential accommodation in Sydenham shows a split of 64.7% houses and 35.3% other dwellings (incorporating semi-detached units, apartments, and alternative structures), compared against 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across Melbourne metro. Full home ownership stood at 29.1%, trailing Melbourne metro, while 39.1% of properties carried a mortgage and 31.8% were rented. Typical monthly mortgage payments were $1,680 and median weekly rents were $369, both well below the Melbourne metro levels of $2,000 and $390. When measured nationally, Sydenham's financing costs also sit below the Australian median mortgage payment of $1,863 and median rent of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Sydenham (Vic.) counted 3,462 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 78% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 20% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Families constitute the vast majority of local living arrangements at 77.4%, encompassing 39.3% couples with children, 21.1% couples without children, and 15.6% single parent households. The remaining 22.6% comprise non-family structures, specifically 19.9% lone person residences and 2.7% group accommodations. The typical household size stands at 2.8 people, exceeding the Greater Melbourne figure of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
26.6% of adults in Sydenham (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 18.5% with a bachelor degree and 6.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 19.5% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 2,446 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,036 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
Detail
Tertiary attainment in the area lags behind regional metrics, with 26.6% holding university qualifications compared to 37.0% across Greater Melbourne. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees represent 18.5%, postgraduate awards comprise 6.0%, and graduate diplomas account for 2.1%. Non-university technical and vocational qualifications are widely held, with 31.2% of persons aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, broken down into 11.7% with advanced diplomas and 19.5% with certificates. Student participation is substantial throughout the community, with 29.4% of the population attending an educational institution. This educational cohort consists of 8.2% in primary schools, 7.9% in secondary schools, and 5.9% enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Public transport in Sydenham (Vic.) reaches 31 stops on 10 routes, timetabled for about 3,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 240 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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.
Detail
Sydenham contains 31 operational public transport stops across bus networks, supported by 10 distinct routes that generate 3,161 weekly transit trips. Physical access to public transport is strong, with typical walking distances of 239 meters to the closest stop. Given its residential orientation, most workers travel out of the area, with private motor vehicles being the primary mode at 84% and train usage accounting for 11%. Private vehicle ownership stands above regional norms at 1.5 per dwelling, while 23.0% worked from home at the 2021 Census amid pandemic conditions. Local public transit routes deliver an overall volume of 451 trips per day, which translates to roughly 101 departures per week at each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
71.8% of residents in Sydenham (Vic.) report no long-term health condition. 9.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.2% 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.
Detail
AreaSearch evaluations of mortality and chronic ailments reveal elevated health vulnerabilities in Sydenham, particularly among older age demographics. Private health insurance adoption remains comparatively subdued, covering approximately 51% of residents (~5,583 people), whereas Greater Melbourne registers a higher rate of 56.7%. Mental health conditions and arthritis represent the most common diagnosed ailments locally, affecting 7.6 and 6.6% of the population, while 71.8% of individuals reported having no long-term medical conditions, comparable to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Residents under 65 exhibit favorable health indicators, whereas the 14.7% of the community aged 65 and over (1,603 people) experience greater health complications, though they remain lower ranked nationally than the wider populace.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
44.3% of Sydenham (Vic.) residents were born overseas and 48.1% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 87% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (14.3%) and English (12.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Cultural diversity is pronounced in Sydenham, where 44.3% of the resident population was born abroad and 48.1% speak a non-English language at home. Christianity is the predominant religious faith, practiced by 57.1% of the community. In addition, the Other religious category demonstrates a noticeable overrepresentation at 5.5%, relative to 2.3% across Greater Melbourne. Examining parental heritage, the leading ancestral backgrounds in Sydenham are Other at 18.6%, Australian at 14.3%, and English at 12.8%, which falls well short of the regional standard of 20.1%. Several specific cultural cohorts show heightened concentrations compared to wider metropolitan benchmarks, including Maltese at 5.1% (vs 1.1% regionally), Croatian at 2.9% (vs 0.7%), and Macedonian at 3.0% (vs 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Sydenham (Vic.) is 37. 31.4% 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.
Detail
The demographic profile of the suburb of Sydenham (Vic.) aligns closely with Greater Melbourne, showing a maximum variation of only 2.7 percentage points across age brackets. As at August 2026, the estimated median age is 37, matching the 2021 Census baseline and level with Greater Melbourne's median of 37 at that Census. The most noticeable demographic shift since the Census occurred among residents aged 25 - 44, who expanded from 29.4% to 31.8% of the population. Looking ahead to 2041, senior cohorts aged 65+ will generate the vast majority of demographic gains, expanding by 833 residents (52%) to a total of 2,436, while cohorts comprising children, young adults, and individuals aged 25 - 44 are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Sydenham (Vic.)
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 3 months ago 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 Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 151 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (10,578 at the 2021 Census → 10,908 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 Aug 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 (SAL22414). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.