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Thomastown has an estimated 20,727 residents, up from 20,234 at the 2021 Census — a change of 493 people, or 2.4%. 371 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,423 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on AreaSearch assessments of ABS demographic records for the wider region alongside newly confirmed addresses since the Census, the resident count for the suburb of Thomastown is projected at approximately 20,727 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 493 people (2.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 20,234 residents. This variation is calculated from a local population estimate of 20,720 by AreaSearch, derived from the ABS June 2025 release of ERP figures and 371 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population size yields a density of 1,422 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical ratio across Australian areas examined by AreaSearch.
Growth locally was mostly supported by arrival of overseas migrants, accounting for roughly 85.0% of the overall population increases lately. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year are adopted by AreaSearch for each SA2. In instances where SA2 details are unavailable, projections utilize the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional and LGA figures, adjusted via weighted aggregation of population changes from LGA to SA2 scales. Expected age bracket growth rates from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Future demographic projections suggest substantial population expansion in the highest-ranked statistical locations reviewed by AreaSearch, with the area anticipated to add 5,680 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 figures, showing a rise of 27.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
398 new dwellings have been approved in Thomastown over the past five years, an average of 79 a year. That is 3.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 68 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 44% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 76, broadly in line with 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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AreaSearch evaluations of building approvals compiled from localized statistical data reveal that the suburb of Thomastown has maintained an average of approximately 79 residential approvals annually. This includes an estimated 398 residential approvals over the preceding 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 70 during FY-26 so far. Because local population has decreased in recent times, the volume of residential options has remained sufficient for local demand, resulting in a balanced market with broad selection for buyers, with newly approved homes showing a mean value of $382,000. Additionally, commercial development approvals valued at $43.0 million have been documented in the current financial year, indicating solid local commercial investment.
Active construction approvals consist of 44.0% detached houses and 56.0% medium-density townhouses or apartments. The preference for compact properties provides lower-cost options and draws downsizing buyers, property investors, and first-home buyers. This is a clear departure from the current residential landscape (which stands at 84.0% detached houses), indicating fewer vacant development lots and reflecting modern lifestyle trends along with a demand for more varied, lower-priced options. The region averages around 254 people for every home approval, pointing to a low-density environment. Long-term forecasts indicate the suburb of Thomastown will add 5,673 residents by 2041 according to the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Should current construction rates persist, the supply of homes might lag behind population expansion, potentially intensifying buyer rivalry and underpinning higher price gains.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Thomastown
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 Thomastown, worth an estimated $559 million. A further 102 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $124 billion. 22 are already under construction and 30 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal 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 performance is heavily shaped by developments in nearby infrastructure, key projects, and planning changes. AreaSearch has tracked 26 projects that are expected to influence this location. Major developments include the Thomastown Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), Edgars Creek Trail Extension, 44-46 Derrick Street Townhouses, and the Thomastown and Lalor Place Framework, with the primary list detailing those of most significance.
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Thomastown Battery Energy Storage System (BESS)
AusNet is developing a 300MW/600MWh Battery Energy Storage System to support Victoria's renewable energy transition. Located approximately 17 kilometres north of Melbourne CBD, this grid-scale BESS will store excess renewable energy and respond to high demand periods. The planning permit has been approved by the Minister for Planning and AusNet is currently satisfying permit conditions ahead of a planned late 2026 construction commencement. The project includes hardstand construction, access roads, acoustic walls, security fences, and approximately 200 metres of connection assets to the adjacent Thomastown Terminal Station, covering approximately 2.33 hectares.Terminal Station upgrades are also included.
Edgars Creek Trail Extension
Extension of Edgars Creek Trail between Thomas Street and Kingsway Drive in Thomastown/Lalor, part of the broader Edgars Creek Corridor Landscape Improvement Plan. Includes shared path construction, creek restoration, native revegetation, and enhancements for community access and safety.
Thomas Green Townhomes
An intimate neighbourhood of 69 premium double-storey townhomes by APD Projects and Boutique Homes. This Melbourne northern suburbs development offers 3-4 bedroom homes featuring open plan kitchen, dining and living areas, Caesarstone benchtops, premium finishes including ILVE appliances, and front and rear landscaping. Located in Thomastown's sweet spot between city convenience and relaxed lifestyle, with easy access to Thomastown Train Station (18.5km to CBD), parks, shops and Melbourne Airport (15 minutes). Over 85% sold with limited availability remaining.
2 David Street Apartments
Permit-approved development for 26 spacious apartments on a 1,262 sq m site in Lalor's Residential Growth Zone. The project features apartments averaging 78 sq m with abundant natural light, located near retail strips, schools, and transport. The site offers potential for alternative uses including childcare or medical facilities subject to council approval.
Whittlesea Public Gardens Redevelopment
Multi-stage transformation of the 14.5-hectare Whittlesea Public Gardens into a regional recreation hub. Stage 1 (completed 2022) delivered a major playground and learn-to-ride circuit. Stage 2 (completed 2024) added a 100-metre skate park, basketball courts, and climbing wall. Stage 3 is currently underway to upgrade the dog off-leash area with partitioned zones and sensory elements, alongside future wetland enhancements, walking trails, and the repurposing of the redundant lake into an events lawn. The project is integrated with the adjacent Garden View Estate residential development.
44-46 Derrick Street Townhouses
Development approved for five ultra-modern townhouses on 1373sqm site. Plans include four two-storey three-bedroom townhouses and one two-storey two-bedroom townhouse. Designed by Mi Design Group with landscaping by Justin Hutchinson from Urban Commons. Site currently for sale to developers with planning permits approved and ready.
Thomastown and Lalor Place Framework
The Thomastown and Lalor Place Framework is a long-term strategic plan endorsed by the City of Whittlesea to guide the evolution of these established suburbs over the next 20 years. Key focus areas include revitalizing the High Street and May Road activity centers, improving pedestrian and cycling connectivity, enhancing local parks, and supporting housing diversity near transport hubs. It coordinates infrastructure investment and policy to ensure sustainable growth and community wellbeing.
High Street Walking and Cycling Paths
Multi-stage project to develop a continuous walking and cycling path along High Street from Keon Parade Station to Childs Road in Lalor, with a connecting trail to Epping Station. The project includes road crossing upgrades, rest areas, and landscape improvements to enhance pedestrian and cyclist connectivity.
8,832 residents of Thomastown are employed, from a labour force of 9,825. Unemployment sits at 10.1%, with participation at 55.5%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 24,790, about 120% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Thomastown has a skilled labor pool, with a prominent industrial and manufacturing presence, an unemployment rate of 10.1%, and steady job numbers over the prior year, based on compiled statistical area data from AreaSearch. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 8,832 while the jobless rate was 5.3% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, highlighting potential for improvement, and labor participation is notably lower (55.5% versus Greater Melbourne's 70.2%). Census records show a moderate 16.1% of local workers operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic lockdown measures.
Local employment is largely centered in health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and construction. The district exhibits a strong concentration in manufacturing, with a employment proportion 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented at 5.1% of jobs compared to 10.1% across the region. A ratio of 0.9 workers per resident at the time of the Census indicates plenty of local employment availability. According to AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS figures aggregated from wider statistical districts, the past 12 months showed a rise in jobs of 0.2% alongside labor force expansion of 2.7%, which lifted the unemployment rate by 2.3 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded job growth of 2.1% and labor force growth of 2.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point increase. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context on future demand in the suburb of Thomastown. These five and ten-year projections are compared with local employment patterns to map prospective trends. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the expected growth rates vary widely by industry. Applying these industry projections to the local employment structure suggests local jobs should rise by 6.0% over five years and 12.8% over ten years (this represents a basic weighting extrapolation for illustration purposes and excludes local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Thomastown is $1,225 a week (about $64,000 a year), with median personal income at $502 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,195 a year against an average of $51,832. 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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Based on AreaSearch compilations of postcode-level ATO records from the 2023 financial year, the suburb of Thomastown recorded a median taxpayer income of $45,195 and an average taxpayer income of $51,832. These amounts are below national averages, comparing to $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average) across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current figures are estimated at approximately $49,543 (median) and $56,818 (average) as of March 2026. Census findings show household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Thomastown sit between the 4th and 15th percentiles nationally.
Regarding the income spread, the largest segment is the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which accounts for 28.8% of the population (5,969 people), similar to the broader metropolitan area where 32.8% fall in this bracket. Housing affordability strain is high, with only 83.2% of income remaining, placing the area in the 15th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Thomastown had 7,347 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 84% detached houses and 6% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 30% rented and 44% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,690 a month. Rent absorbs 28.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 31.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential configurations in the suburb of Thomastown at the last Census consisted of 84.4% separate houses and 15.6% alternative dwellings (townhouses, flats, and other housing structures), compared to 67.9% separate houses and 32.1% alternative dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne. The home ownership rate in the suburb of Thomastown was higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average, sitting at 44.2%, with remaining properties being mortgaged (26.1%) or leased (29.7%). Median mortgage payments of residents were below metropolitan norms at $1,690 monthly, while the median weekly rent stood at $350, compared to Melbourne metro figures of $2,000 and $390.
Across Australia, mortgage payments in the suburb of Thomastown are below the national median of $1,863, and rents are below the national level of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Thomastown counted 7,347 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.6 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 24% 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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Families make up 72.6% of local households, containing 31.3% couples with offspring, 24.8% couples without offspring, and 14.6% single parents. Non-family households comprise the remaining 27.4%, with single-person households at 24.3% and shared houses at 3.1%. The average household size is 2.6 residents, matching Greater Melbourne's average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
20.4% of adults in Thomastown hold a university qualification, including 13.0% with a bachelor degree and 6.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 17.0% hold a vocational qualification. 8 schools serve the area, with 2,203 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 985 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 local population shows lower educational attainment, with university completion rates (20.4%) falling below the Greater Melbourne level of 37.0%. This scenario highlights an opportunity for focused learning programs. Undergraduate degrees comprise 13.0% of qualifications, with postgraduate studies at 6.0% and graduate diplomas at 1.4%. Vocational skills are well represented, with 26.1% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.1%) and certificates (17.0%). Enrollment rates in education are high, with 27.3% of local residents participating in academic courses. This proportion includes 7.8% in primary schools, 6.7% in secondary schools, and 5.1% in higher education institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Thomastown reaches 117 stops on 14 routes, timetabled for about 8,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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 transit options shows 117 active transport stops in the suburb of Thomastown, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 14 routes, delivering 8,435 weekly passenger trips. Transport convenience is rated excellent, with residents living an average of 198 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is mostly residential, with many residents travelling elsewhere for work; private cars are the main transport mode at 83%, and trains account for 11%. Car ownership stands at an average of 1.2 per home. Around 16.1% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census records, which may be reflective of pandemic conditions.
Public transport frequency averages 1,205 trips daily across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 72 weekly trips for each stop. The layout map highlights the 100 closest transit stops to the central point of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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69.7% of residents in Thomastown report no long-term health condition. 10.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health measures for the suburb of Thomastown align closely with national averages, according to AreaSearch evaluations of mortality rates and chronic illnesses, with standard conditions slightly more common in younger and older demographics alike. Private health insurance coverage is low, held by roughly 47% of residents (~9,826 people), which compares to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and diabetes represent the most prevalent diagnoses locally, affecting 8.5% and 7.1% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 69.7% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
Residents under 65 show better health profiles than national averages. The proportion of residents aged 65 or older is 22.5% (4,663 people), which is higher than the Greater Melbourne share of 15.0%, with overall national rankings corresponding to the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
54.2% of Thomastown residents were born overseas and 69.0% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 96% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Italian (12.3%) and Australian (10.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Thomastown is ranked high for cultural diversity nationally, with 54.2% of residents born outside Australia and 69.0% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 50.2% of residents. The most significant religious variance is in Islam, which represents 16.2% of the local population, compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 5.6%. Regarding family backgrounds based on parents' birthplace, the primary ancestries in the suburb of Thomastown are Other at 22.8% of the population (exceeding the regional average of 14.6%), Italian at 12.3% (above the regional average of 5.2%), and Australian at 10.1% (below the regional average of 18.4%).
Other notable ancestry concentrations include Macedonian at 8.3% of residents (compared to 0.7% across the region), Greek at 6.8% (versus 2.7% regionally), and Vietnamese at 6.1% (versus 1.9% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Thomastown is 39. 28.3% 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 39 in the suburb of Thomastown is slightly higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and close to the national average of 38. The 75 - 84 age cohort is overrepresented compared to the metropolitan average (8.9% locally), whereas children aged 5 - 14 are underrepresented (9.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 increased from 7.9% to 8.9%, while the 65 to 74 age group fell from 11.2% to 10.0%. Long-range projections to 2041 indicate demographic changes, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to increase by 42% (926 people), growing from 2,197 to 3,124.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Thomastown
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 | Jun 2026 2 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 Jun 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 — 371 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (20,234 at the 2021 Census → 20,727 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 (SAL22504). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.