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Thornhill Park has an estimated 6,679 residents, up from 3,066 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,613 people, or 117.8%. Growth has averaged 21.2% a year over five years, faster than 99% of areas nationally. 1,481 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 85.0% of that increase. That puts 699 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 local population data updates from the ABS and new addresses confirmed by AreaSearch following the Census, the suburb of Thornhill Park has a population estimated at approximately 6,679 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 3,613 residents (117.8%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 3,066 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 6,170, which was estimated by AreaSearch by analyzing the ABS ERP release from June 2025 and incorporating an extra 1,481 confirmed new addresses since the Census date. The suburb of Thornhill Park has a density of 698 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with the average ratios found in other areas studied by AreaSearch.
The growth of 117.8% since the 2021 census surpassed the state benchmark of 9.3% and the national average, establishing the area as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of this growth was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 85.0% of the overall population rise in recent times, though natural increase and overseas migration also contributed positively. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 base year are utilized for SA2 regions. For locations where this dataset is unavailable, projections are sourced from the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusted via weighted aggregation of population expansion from LGA to SA2 levels. Expected growth rates by age cohort from these calculations are applied across all sectors for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these anticipated demographic transformations, the suburb of Thornhill Park is expected to experience exceptional growth, ranking in the top 10 percent of statistical areas nationwide. Aggregated SA2-level forecasts indicate the population will expand by 18,731 persons by 2041, representing a total increase of 268.7% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,850 new dwellings have been approved in Thornhill Park over the past five years, an average of 370 a year. That places the area in the 96th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 55 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 365 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 91% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 309, 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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Analysis of ABS building approvals shows that the suburb of Thornhill Park averages about 370 approved residential dwellings each year, with approximately 1,850 residences approved during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 284 approvals recorded during FY-26 to date. Given that approximately 2 new residents have been added per year for every home built over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, demand and supply remain well balanced, supporting steady local conditions. The average construction value for these new dwellings is $373,000. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $91.1 million have been registered in the current financial year, demonstrating solid commercial expansion.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the suburb of Thornhill Park registers 328.0% more new home approvals per capita, offering prospective buyers a broad selection despite a recent slowdown in construction. This rate is far higher than the national standard, reflecting high builder confidence in the area. Approved construction is composed of 91.0% standalone houses and 9.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the traditional low-density profile of the neighborhood and catering to families who value space. The ratio of roughly 21 people for every residential approval is characteristic of a developing growth corridor. Projecting forward, the suburb of Thornhill Park is anticipated to add 17,946 residents by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. While home construction is keeping pace with these projections, prospective buyers may face increased competition as the population expands.
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Development applications around Thornhill Park
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Thornhill Park, worth an estimated $1.95 billion. A further 70 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $46.1 billion. 42 are already under construction and 28 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities 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.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development initiatives are primary drivers of neighborhood change. AreaSearch has identified 16 key projects expected to influence the local area, including Thornhill Park Estate, Opalia Estate, Weir Views, Monument Estate, and Bridgefield Estate, with details on the most significant works provided below.
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Opalia Estate, Weir Views
Opalia is a masterplanned residential estate on 57 hectares in Weir Views, within the Melton growth corridor. Commenced in 2018, the estate delivers approximately 581 homes ranging from 300 to 600 square metres. Community amenity includes the Opalia Plaza shopping centre anchored by Woolworths and Aldi alongside Chemist Warehouse, McDonald's, KFC, cafes and medical facilities, plus sports ovals, connecting pathways and open green spaces. Stages 1 through 9 have all titled, with remaining land stages and homes continuing to sell and settle through 2026.
Thornhill Park
Thornhill Park is a masterplanned residential community in Melbourne's western growth corridor, within the City of Melton. Developed by Wel.Co, the project has delivered more than 2,175 lots across a $325 million development, supported by parks, wetlands, walking trails and community facilities. The estate is located about 30 minutes from the Melbourne CBD and benefits from nearby infrastructure including the Western Freeway, Rockbank and Cobblebank train stations, with the future Thornhill Park train station and Melton Hospital planned nearby.Wel.Co lists the project as complete, with residential construction now largely finished across the community.
Bridgefield Estate
Bridgefield is a 1,000-lot masterplanned community by 3L Alliance spanning 78.66 hectares in Rockbank, Melbourne's western growth corridor. The estate is now 100% sold and fully titled across 14 stages. Key amenities include a private Residents Club with pool, gym and tennis courts, 16 hectares of botanic gardens designed by Wes Fleming, and proximity to Rockbank train station. The $320 million development accommodates up to 3,000 residents.
Monument Estate
A master-planned residential estate in Plumpton (Bonnie Brook) with over 500 lots. The estate features extensive parklands, walking and bike paths, and is located near a future town centre. The project offers home automation and security features.
New Melton Hospital
Victoria's first all-electric public hospital is under construction in Cobblebank to serve Melbourne's growing outer west. The PPP project will include a 24-hour emergency department, at least 274 beds, intensive care, maternity and neonatal services, mental health, radiology and ambulatory care. VHBA reported in April 2026 that structural works had begun, five of six tower cranes were in place, bulk excavation was finished, 26,500 square metres of concrete had been poured, and completion remained on track for 2029.
St Francis Catholic College - Cobblebank Campus
Multi-stage expansion of St Francis Catholic College's Cobblebank Campus. Stage 1 opened in 2023. Stage 2 Creative Hub is completing, while Stage 3 is under construction and will deliver a Year 10-12 senior learning building supported by a $6 million Victorian Government Building Fund grant. The campus will progressively expand to around 1,500 students by 2028, with additional facilities including a future Student Resource Centre planned.
Rockbank North Precinct Structure Plan (PSP)
A planning scheme for approximately 786 hectares guiding new urban development, including residential, commercial, and community facilities. It covers areas generally bound by the Outer Metropolitan Ring (OMR) to the east, Western Freeway to the south, and Leakes Road to the west.
Warrensbrook Precinct Structure Plan
A future Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) that will guide the urban development of the Warrensbrook area. This plan is critical for the progression of several residential developments in Bonnie Brook. The area is located west of the approved Plumpton PSP.
3,626 residents of Thornhill Park are employed, from a labour force of 3,857. Unemployment sits at 6.0%, with participation at 83.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 5,783, about 87% 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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The local workforce is characterized by high levels of education and diverse industry representation, featuring an unemployment rate of 6.0% and annual job growth estimated at 3.9%. As of March 2026, 3,626 residents are employed. The unemployment rate is 1.2% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, while the workforce participation rate is exceptionally high at 83.7% compared to the metropolitan average of 70.2%. Census data indicates that a moderate 20.3% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may be influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns. The primary employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, transport, postal & warehousing, and construction.
The workforce is highly concentrated in transport, postal & warehousing, representing 2.6 times the regional proportion. In contrast, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for 5.0% of local jobs compared to the metropolitan average of 10.1%. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that this largely residential area offers few local employment opportunities. Based on SALM and ABS statistics aggregated from broader statistical regions, the past 12 months recorded a 3.9% increase in employment alongside a 5.2% expansion of the labor force, leading to a rise in the unemployment rate of 1.2 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1% and labor force growth of 2.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia as of May-25 provide context for local trends. Mapped against the local employment profile to estimate future trends, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the local job mix indicates that employment for residents is projected to rise by 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population projections.
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Median household income in Thornhill Park is $2,005 a week (about $104,000 a year), with median personal income at $971 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,750 a year against an average of $63,453. 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 postcode ATO data for the financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Thornhill Park earn a median income of $55,750 and an average income of $63,453. These figures sit below the national benchmarks, and compare to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to a median of $61,113 and an average of $69,557 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census shows that household, family, and individual incomes are positioned around the 70th percentile nationally.
The largest cohort, representing 49.5% of residents (3,306 people), falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket, which aligns with metropolitan patterns where 32.8% of households share this range. High housing costs account for 20.5% of income, though solid earnings keep disposable income at the 59th percentile, and the SEIFA income index places the area in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Thornhill Park had 987 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 0% apartments. 70% are owned with a mortgage, 25% rented and 5% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month, a total housing cost higher than 93% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.4%. 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 structures in the suburb of Thornhill Park at the time of the latest Census consisted of 97.3% standalone houses and 2.7% other housing types, such as semi-detached homes or apartments, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Thornhill Park lag the metropolitan average at 4.5%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (70.0%) or renters (25.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,950 was lower than the Melbourne average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $380, compared to the metropolitan average of $390.
Globally, local mortgage repayments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Thornhill Park counted 987 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,150 today, averaging 3.0 people each. 46% are couples with children, more than in 91% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 14% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 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 83.2%, consisting of couples with children at 46.2%, couples without children at 25.0%, and single-parent households at 10.7%. Non-family households account for the remaining 16.8%, with single-person households at 14.4% and group homes at 2.5%. The average household size is 3.0 individuals, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
35.0% of adults in Thornhill Park hold a university qualification, including 24.5% with a bachelor degree and 8.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 20.3% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 572 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,018 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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Rates of academic achievement in the suburb of Thornhill Park are high, with 35.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary qualification compared to 24.3% in the surrounding SA3 region. This educational profile positions the community well for professional roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 24.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.2% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also common, with 34.8% of residents aged 15+ holding credentials, including 14.5% with advanced diplomas and 20.3% holding certificates. Academic participation is strong, with 28.4% of the population enrolled in an educational program.
This includes 10.5% of residents in primary school, 4.9% in high school, and 4.2% attending tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Thornhill Park means driving: households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport services in the suburb of Thornhill Park include 4 active stops comprising a combination of bus and train options. These stops accommodate 6 distinct routes, which generate a combined total of 1,281 weekly passenger journeys. Transport links are classified as limited, with residents living an average of 1827 meters from their nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the area, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice for 90% of commuters, followed by trains at 8%. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.6 cars per household, which is higher than the regional average.
Census data from 2021 shows that 20.3% of workers worked from home, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Services run at an average frequency of 183 trips per day across the network, translating to approximately 320 weekly trips for each transport stop.
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82.8% of residents in Thornhill Park report no long-term health condition. 2.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators are positive throughout the suburb of Thornhill Park, with low rates of common chronic illnesses and mortality across both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage lags slightly behind the average SA2 region, covering approximately 52% of the population (~3,469 people), compared to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most common diagnoses, affecting 6.8% and 4.9% of residents, respectively. A high proportion of residents, 82.8%, reported no chronic health issues, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Residents aged 65 and over represent 6.7% of the population (447 people), which is lower than the metropolitan benchmark of 15.0%.
Seniors in the area experience positive health outcomes, with national rankings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
50.5% of Thornhill Park residents were born overseas and 57.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 92% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (12.1%) and Indian (12.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Thornhill Park displays high levels of cultural diversity, with 50.5% of the population born outside Australia and 57.8% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 45.7% of residents. The most notable statistical divergence is in the Other religious category, which accounts for 11.7% of the population, compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 2.3%. In terms of parent country of birth, the three largest ancestral groups are Other at 29.0% (compared to the regional average of 14.6%), Australian at 12.1% (compared to the regional average of 18.4%), and Indian at 12.0% (compared to the regional average of 4.2%).
Other specific groups show significant differences from metropolitan averages, with Filipino residents representing 8.8% of the community (compared to 1.3% regionally), Maltese at 3.7% (compared to 1.1% regionally), and Serbian at 1.0% (compared to 0.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Thornhill Park is 34, younger than 98% of areas nationally. That is 5 years older than at the 2021 Census. 29.8% 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 in the suburb of Thornhill Park is 34 years, which is lower than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 years and younger than the national average of 38 years. Compared to the metropolitan area, the suburb of Thornhill Park has a higher proportion of residents aged 5 - 14 (19.2%) and a lower percentage of people aged 55 - 64 (5.8%). The concentration of residents aged 5 - 14 is higher than the national figure of 12.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the median age has risen by 4.5 years, shifting from 29 to 34.
The 45 to 54 cohort expanded from 6.8% to 16.9% of the population, while the 5 to 14 age group increased from 12.9% to 19.2%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 demographic decreased from 30.3% to 15.8%, and the 0 to 4 group declined from 13.9% to 6.0%. Projections for 2041 indicate significant demographic shifts, with the 45 to 54 group expected to see the largest growth of 346%, adding 3,909 residents to reach a total of 5,038.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Thornhill Park
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 8 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 Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 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 — 1,481 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,066 at the 2021 Census → 6,679 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 (SAL22509). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.