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Thornbury has an estimated 20,348 residents, up from 19,005 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,343 people, or 7.1%. 109 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 81.0% of that increase. That puts 3,967 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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As of Aug 2026, the suburb of Thornbury has an estimated population of approximately 20,348, according to AreaSearch evaluations combining broader ABS population updates and new post-Census address validations. This represents a gain of 1,343 residents (7.1%) relative to the 2021 Census tally of 19,005 people. This estimate stems from AreaSearch's assessed resident base of 20,323 derived from the ABS ERP data release (June 2025), alongside 109 new validated addresses logged following the Census. With 3,966 persons per square kilometer, the suburb of Thornbury ranks within the top 10% nationwide for population density among locations analyzed by AreaSearch, underscoring intense demand for local land.
The 7.1% increase recorded since the Census places the suburb of Thornbury within 0.9 percentage points of the wider SA3 area (8.0%), highlighting robust demographic momentum. Inbound overseas migration was the primary catalyst for local expansion, generating roughly 81.0% of recent population additions. SA2-level demographic projections utilized by AreaSearch are sourced from the ABS/Geoscience Australia 2024 release using 2022 as a base year. Where SA2 coverage is absent, AreaSearch draws upon the VIC State Government's 2023 Regional/LGA projections, applying a weighted aggregation methodology to translate LGA trends down to the SA2 tier. Growth trajectories by age bracket derived from these aggregations are likewise applied to all locations for the 2032 to 2041 period. Looking ahead, the suburb of Thornbury is positioned in the top quartile across the country for anticipated expansion, with aggregated SA2 figures projecting a gain of 7,564 persons by 2041, representing a cumulative increase of 37.0% across the 16-year horizon.
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283 new dwellings have been approved in Thornbury over the past five years, an average of 56 a year. That places the area in the 53rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 64 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 33% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 120, 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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Statistical area data analyzed by AreaSearch indicates that Thornbury averages approximately 56 residential building approvals annually, encompassing an estimated 283 dwellings approved across the preceding 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 120 recorded to date in FY-25. The ratio of 1.3 additional residents per year for each newly approved dwelling throughout the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) points to well-aligned supply and demand dynamics, though this metric has climbed sharply to 4.1 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years, reflecting heightened interest and prospective housing constraints.
Construction costs for new residential dwellings average $716,000, illustrating an emphasis among developers on higher-end builds. Alongside residential activity, commercial building approvals have reached $43.9 million during this financial year, reflecting substantial local commercial development. Per capita building approvals in Thornbury mirror broader trends across Greater Melbourne, sustaining a balanced market structure. Local development volumes track below the Australian benchmark, pointing to established neighborhood characteristics alongside potential urban planning constraints. Newly approved stock comprises 33.0% standalone houses and 67.0% medium to high-density dwellings. This focus on higher-density construction offers more accessible price points for first-home buyers, investors, and downsizers. It also represents a noticeable shift from the existing built environment (which currently stands at 51.0% houses), driven by shifting lifestyle preferences, affordability factors, and fewer greenfield development sites. Currently, there are around 277 residents per approved dwelling, leaving capacity for further development. Projections through to 2041 point to an influx of 7,539 new residents in Thornbury (measured from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly release). Should building approvals maintain their current pace, new dwelling construction may fall short of population requirements, potentially fueling buyer competition and exerting upward pressure on local property prices.
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Development applications around Thornbury
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 15 current infrastructure and development projects inside Thornbury, worth an estimated $264 million. A further 134 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $146.2 billion. 45 are already under construction and 55 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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Major infrastructure developments, planning schemes, and local civic projects serve as key catalysts for neighborhood evolution. AreaSearch has identified 34 projects positioned to influence the area, highlighted by the 712-716 High Street Mixed-Use Development, Route 86 Tram Accessibility Upgrades, 680 High Street Residential Development, and 791-793 High Street Development, with key details provided below.
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Bastings Community
47 architecturally designed, fossil fuel-free townhouses by KUD for Lucent Group. Features a 7.5 Star NatHERS rating, rooftop solar, north-facing courtyards, and a central communal space.
658-664 High Street Apartments
Construction of a six-storey mixed-use development comprising 24 residential apartments above ground-floor retail and commercial spaces. The project includes basement car parking for 26 vehicles along the High Street activity corridor in Thornbury.
Thornbury House
Thornbury House is a seven-storey, mixed-use development designed by Austin Maynard Architects. The 100 percent all-electric, fossil-fuel-free building features 44 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments over ground-level commercial, retail, and food tenancies. Key amenities include a communal rooftop terrace with sweeping views, a central planted lightwell garden, and a 7.8-star average NatHERS energy rating.
Route 86 Tram Accessibility Upgrades
Accessibility and infrastructure upgrade program along the Route 86 tram corridor on High Street through Northcote and Thornbury. The project involves delivering level-access platform tram stops compliant with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA), improving pedestrian safety, and upgrading tram priority infrastructure. Delivered by the Department of Transport and Planning in partnership with Yarra Trams.
680 High Street Residential Development
A proposed residential development featuring 23 apartments with 22 car spaces on High Street in Thornbury. The project represents part of the ongoing urban renewal along the High Street corridor in this vibrant inner-north Melbourne suburb.
791-793 High Street Development
Proposed mixed-use development consisting of ground floor commercial tenancy (food and drink premises) and twelve apartments with a reduction in car parking requirement. Planning application reference D/470/2022 lodged with Darebin City Council.
The Wilds Northcote
A collection of 15 carbon-neutral, fully electric detached houses on Merri Creek in Northcote, delivered by Beulah and designed by Edition Office. Homes feature solar arrays, passive design, double glazing and biophilic landscaping. Construction is underway with sales active; move-in targeted for 2026.
Northcote Green (Northcote Plaza Redevelopment)
A $500 million revitalization of the southern 15,000 sqm portion of Northcote Plaza. The VCAT-approved masterplan, designed by Fender Katsalidis, features four residential towers (up to 18 storeys) containing approximately 605 apartments, including a Build-to-Rent component and a 10% commitment to social and affordable housing. The precinct includes 6,500 sqm of new retail space, 15,000 sqm of A-grade office space, a central park, and a public through-site link connecting High Street to All Nations Park.Key amenities include a library, cinema, and a residents gymnasium.
12,487 residents of Thornbury are employed, from a labour force of 13,395. Unemployment sits at 6.8%, with participation at 75.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 16,669, about 82% 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.
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Thornbury possesses a well-qualified local workforce with noticeable concentration in the technology sector, alongside a 6.8% unemployment rate and annual jobs growth estimated at 3.8% through AreaSearch statistical compilations. As of March 2026, employed residents total 12,487. The local unemployment rate tracks 2.0% above the Greater Melbourne figure of 4.8%, while the labor force participation rate reaches an elevated 75.8% compared to 70.1% across Greater Melbourne. Census records show that 48.2% of local workers performed their duties from home, though this figure was influenced by prevailing Covid-19 restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents comprise health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and education & training.
The local talent pool exhibits an exceptional concentration in professional & technical fields, where representation reaches 1.4 times regional levels. Conversely, the construction sector is relatively subdued, engaging 6.1% of Thornbury workers versus 9.7% across Greater Melbourne. Given its predominantly residential profile, the suburb provides comparatively few jobs within its borders, as evidenced by the disparity between resident workers and local jobs in Census metrics. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS and SALM statistical area data, the twelve months to March 2026 saw employment climb by 3.8% while the local labor force grew by 3.7%, resulting in stable unemployment figures. Over the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1%, labor force expansion of 2.3%, and an unemployment rise of 0.2 percentage points. Longer-term employment expectations can be evaluated through national projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia from Mar-26. Projected onto local workforce compositions, these five- and ten-year models illustrate prospective sector variations. Nationwide job numbers are expected to rise by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying by sector. Weighting these projections against Thornbury's industry mix points to potential local employment gains of 7.1% over five years and 14.4% over ten years (representing an illustrative weighting model that excludes localized population changes).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Thornbury is $1,971 a week (about $102,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,042 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,613 a year against an average of $81,157. 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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Postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate that taxpayers in the suburb of Thornbury earned a median income of $62,613 and an average income of $81,157. These figures sit well above the national standard, comparing favorably to Greater Melbourne medians of $57,688 and averages of $75,164. Accounting for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $68,636 for median earnings and $88,964 for average earnings as of March 2026. Census findings place individual weekly wages in the 82nd percentile nationally ($1,042 weekly).
The largest share of residents falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket at 30.3% (6,165 people), mirroring the Greater Melbourne proportion of 32.8%. Local affluence is further highlighted by 30.9% of earners receiving over $3,000 per week, driving demand for premium services and retail. Although housing costs account for 16.1% of income, strong remuneration lifts disposable income to the 63rd percentile, with SEIFA rankings positioning the area in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Thornbury had 7,996 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 51% detached houses and 25% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 43% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $391 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,200 a month. Rent absorbs 19.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The dwelling distribution recorded in Thornbury during the most recent Census consisted of 51.4% standalone houses alongside 48.6% medium-to-high density and other residential types (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with the Greater Melbourne breakdown of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Outright homeownership in Thornbury stood at 27.7%, slightly below metropolitan averages, with 29.5% of homes mortgaged and 42.8% rented. Median monthly mortgage commitments averaged $2,200 locally compared to $2,000 across Melbourne metro, while median weekly rents were $391 locally versus $390 across the metropolitan region. On a national level, monthly mortgage costs in Thornbury are considerably higher than the Australian figure of $1,863, with weekly rent exceeding the nationwide benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Thornbury counted 7,996 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,561 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 34% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the majority of local households at 58.9%, broken down into couples with children (25.5%), childless couples (23.9%), and single parent households (8.4%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 41.1%, led by single-person households at 33.6% and shared group households at 7.5%. Average household occupancy sits at 2.3 people, which is slightly below the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
51.2% of adults in Thornbury hold a university qualification, including 31.2% with a bachelor degree and 14.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 76% of areas nationally. A further 11.3% hold a vocational qualification. 10 schools serve the area, with 8,476 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,081 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 outcomes in Thornbury stand well above broader state and national levels, with 51.2% of residents aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, compared to 33.4% in VIC and 30.4% in Australia. This strong academic base supports the area's engagement in the knowledge economy. Bachelor degrees constitute the largest tier at 31.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees (14.0%) and graduate diplomas (6.0%). Technical and vocational training encompasses 20.4% of qualifications for individuals aged 15+, consisting of certificates (11.3%) and advanced diplomas (9.1%). Student participation in Thornbury is substantial, with 28.2% of the local population actively enrolled in formal study.
This cohort comprises 8.9% attending tertiary institutions, 7.6% in primary education, and 5.9% enrolled in secondary schooling.
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Public transport in Thornbury reaches 85 stops on 14 routes, timetabled for about 6,600 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 0.9 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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Thornbury's public transit network comprises 85 operational stops across bus and lightrail modes. A total of 14 separate transit routes operate across these stops, delivering 6,588 passenger trips weekly. Accessibility is strong throughout the suburb, with residents residing an average distance of 176 meters from their nearest public transit stop. Given the area's residential character, most employed individuals travel outside the suburb for work, with private motor vehicles being the main commuting mode at 67%, followed by train travel at 10% and cycling at 7%. Vehicle ownership sits below regional figures at 0.9 vehicles per dwelling.
Work-from-home arrangements accounted for 48.2% of residents in the 2021 Census, reflecting conditions during the pandemic. Across all transit routes, service volume averages 941 trips per day, translating to roughly 77 weekly trips at each transit stop.
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68.5% of residents in Thornbury report no long-term health condition. 6.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.8% 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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Community health indicators for Thornbury align closely with nationwide averages across mortality and standard medical conditions in both younger and older cohorts, with 59% of residents (11,972 people) maintaining private health insurance. This level of private health coverage sits above the Greater Melbourne average of 56.7%. Mental health conditions and asthma represent the most frequently reported chronic health issues locally, affecting 11.7 and 8.3% of residents respectively. Meanwhile, 68.5% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. General health among working-age cohorts remains standard.
Residents aged 65 and over comprise 13.5% of the local population (2,746 people), tracking beneath the Greater Melbourne figure of 15.1%, with national rankings remaining consistent with general benchmarks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
27.4% of Thornbury residents were born overseas and 26.0% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (21.0%) and Australian (17.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Thornbury displays high cultural diversity relative to most Australian suburbs, with 27.4% of its resident population born overseas and 26.0% using a non-English language at home. Christianity forms the largest religious group at 37.0%. Judaism represents a notable localized community at 0.4% of residents, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at parental countries of birth, the primary ancestries reported across Thornbury are English (21.0%), Australian (17.5%), and Irish (10.1%). Several other heritages show notable local representation, including Italian at 8.9% (versus 5.2% across the wider region), Greek at 7.7% (compared to 2.7% regionally), and Macedonian at 1.1% (versus 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Thornbury is 37. 30.9% 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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Compared to Greater Melbourne, Thornbury has a younger demographic profile. Young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) make up 39.8% of the community as at August 2026, well above the 32.1% regional figure, whereas children and young adults (0 - 24) represent 23.9% locally versus 30.5% across Greater Melbourne. The median age is estimated at 37 as at August 2026, identical to the 2021 Census result and matching the metropolitan median of 37 at that Census. Since the Census, the share of young to middle aged adults has risen from 38.0% to an estimated 39.8%.
Looking to 2041, the largest numerical growth is expected in the middle aged and young retiree brackets (45 - 64), increasing by 2,459 residents (52%) to 7,200. The highest rate of expansion is forecast for retiree and elderly groups (65+), increasing by 68% to reach 4,612.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Thornbury
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 | Sep 2026 last month all 15 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 Sep 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 — 109 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (19,005 at the 2021 Census → 20,348 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 (SAL22508). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.