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Torquay (Vic.) has an estimated 21,017 residents, up from 18,534 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,483 people, or 13.4%. Growth has averaged 3.6% a year over five years, faster than 80% of areas nationally. 398 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 53.0% of that increase. That puts 613 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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Demographic assessments by AreaSearch combining regional ABS releases and post-Census address verification place the population of the suburb of Torquay (Vic.) at roughly 21,017 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 2,483 individuals, or 13.4%, from the 18,534 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. The updated figure builds upon an estimated resident population of 20,836 from the ABS ERP release in June 2025 alongside 398 new addresses validated post-Census. With 612 persons per square kilometer, the suburb maintains generous space per capita and capacity for ongoing expansion. The 13.4% rise in the suburb of Torquay (Vic.)
outpaced both the broader SA4 territory and Rest of Vic. (4.4%), establishing it as a primary regional growth center. Inward interstate movement served as the principal demographic engine, generating roughly 53.0% of net population additions, while natural increase and overseas arrivals also provided positive contributions. Population projections for the suburb of Torquay (Vic.) draw upon 2024 ABS and Geoscience Australia modelling using 2022 as a starting point, supplemented where necessary by 2023 Victorian State Government LGA figures aggregated to SA2 boundaries. Age-specific expansion rates derived from these models have been projected through 2032 to 2041. Long-term demographic forecasts place the suburb of Torquay (Vic.) in the highest quartile among Australian regional areas, anticipating a net addition of 5,897 persons by 2041 across aggregated SA2 boundaries, representing an overall increase of 27.2% across the 16 years.
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968 new dwellings have been approved in Torquay (Vic.) over the past five years, an average of 193 a year. That places the area in the 95th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 9 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 139 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 84% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 166, 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 by AreaSearch indicates that Torquay averages approximately 193 residential approvals each year, totaling roughly 968 dwellings approved across the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) with 166 sanctioned to date in FY-25. An average of 4.8 incoming residents per approved home over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) highlights strong structural demand relative to new stock, maintaining competition and price pressure. New residential builds carry an average construction cost of $870,000, underscoring an emphasis on higher-end development. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $39.5 million during this financial year, reflecting substantial commercial development momentum.
Per capita residential construction in Torquay sits at roughly half the rate of Rest of Vic., positioning the locality at the 72nd percentile across the country. Recent building activity is composed of 84.0% stand-alone houses and 16.0% apartments and townhouses, preserving low-density suburban appeal tailored to buyers seeking spacious properties. A ratio of around 162 residents per approved dwelling reflects an active, expanding market. Long-range demographic projections indicate Torquay will expand by 5,716 persons by 2041 relative to the latest AreaSearch quarterly figures. Although local construction activity continues to match forward population estimates, prospective purchasers may face heightened competition over time.
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Development applications around Torquay (Vic.)
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 19 current infrastructure and development projects inside Torquay (Vic.), worth an estimated $1.7 billion. A further 77 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $21.2 billion. 35 are already under construction and 45 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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Community momentum is heavily driven by capital works and strategic planning initiatives, with AreaSearch tracking 24 significant infrastructure projects shaping the area. Notable undertakings include the Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre - Stage Two, Summerset Torquay Retirement Village, Haven Torquay, and Stretton Estate.
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Summerset Torquay Retirement Village
New retirement village development by Summerset Group featuring 230 independent retirement village units, 60 independent and assisted living apartments, and an 80-bed residential aged care facility including memory care. The project also incorporates a large public park and road infrastructure upgrades to surrounding streets.
Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre - Stage One
Stage One of the Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre delivers an indoor 25-metre lap pool, warm water hydrotherapy pool, gym, allied health suites, cafe, and community amenities adjoining the Wurdi Baierr Stadium. Delivered by Surf Coast Shire Council with funding support from Victorian and Australian Governments, major construction commenced in late 2024.
Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre - Stage Two
Stage Two of the Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre in Torquay adds a dedicated learn-to-swim pool, indoor splash park, spa, sauna and steam room, additional change rooms, bench seating, mechanical plant, storage and landscaping. Stage Two is fully funded by the Victorian Government through the Regional Sports Infrastructure Program. Kane Constructions was awarded the Stage Two contract in July 2025 and is delivering both stages concurrently. The centre adjoins Wurdi Baierr Stadium and will serve as its primary entry point.Construction is on track for completion in late 2026, with the centre expected to open in early 2027.
Haven Torquay
Haven Torquay is a 12-unit supported housing development providing long-term accommodation with 24/7 psychosocial support for people experiencing significant mental health challenges. Developed by The Haven Foundation and Mind Australia with funding from Homes Victoria under the Big Housing Build, the residence includes self-contained one-bedroom homes, communal living areas, landscaped gardens and on-site staff facilities. Official project material indicates completion is expected in early 2026.
Multi Arts Centre Redevelopment - Torquay
Surf Coast Shire Council is planning the revitalization and upgrade of the Torquay Multi Arts Centre (MAC) situated within the Surf City precinct. The project aims to modernize creative and exhibition spaces, rehearsal and performance rooms, and accessibility amenities to support local community arts groups and cultural tourism. Strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and design reviews guide the phased renewal of the precinct.
Briody Drive Upgrade
Road upgrade and infrastructure works to Briody Drive in Torquay's north-west, including pavement reconstruction, drainage and sewerage upgrades, road sealing, and a junction improvement at Illawong Drive. The works support the adjoining Briody Estate West subdivision and the Summerset Torquay retirement village and aged care development, with infrastructure costs shared across landowners. Local access is maintained throughout construction.
Messmate Road Growth Area and Torquay North Residential Precinct
Surf Coast Shire Council has adopted a Precinct Concept Plan to guide the future Messmate Road Growth Area, one of Torquay North's remaining large residential growth areas. The plan seeks a liveable precinct with housing diversity, open space within walking distance of homes, employment land, a neighbourhood activity centre, transport links and strong environmental protections. Council adopted the concept plan in October 2025 and, in March 2026, adopted an Integrated Water Management Plan requiring stormwater to be diverted away from the Karaaf Wetlands and managed toward Deep Creek.Established and active nearby estates include The Quay, Quay 2 and Stretton, while the wider Torquay North area is also being supported by Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre works due to finish in late 2026 and open in early 2027.
Stretton Estate
A residential estate in Torquay built on community, health and lifestyle principles, offering land lots and townhomes with views over White's Beach. Features wetlands, green spaces, and a 1.2km linear park connecting Surf Coast Secondary College to Torquay Coast Primary School. Currently selling Stage 9, with the estate set to exceed 500 lots upon completion.
11,503 residents of Torquay (Vic.) are employed, from a labour force of 11,665. Unemployment sits at 1.4%, with participation at 70.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 16,821, about 80% 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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Torquay is characterized by a skilled resident workforce, strong representation in essential services, and a low unemployment rate of 1.4%, alongside steady employment conditions over the preceding year according to AreaSearch regional data aggregations. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 11,503, with the jobless rate tracking 2.3% below the 3.7% benchmark in Regional Vic. Workforce participation reached an elevated 70.6%, compared with 61.1% in Regional Vic. Census returns also revealed that 32.6% of workers worked from home, a metric partly influenced by pandemic lockdown settings. The primary employment sectors for local residents include health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.
Professional & technical services shows notable local concentration, with resident representation reaching 1.7 times the regional baseline. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 1.0% of resident jobs, compared to 7.5% across the wider region. A comparison of the Census working population against resident workforce numbers indicates that local employment opportunities within the boundary remain constrained. Based on ABS and SALM figures compiled by AreaSearch, the local labour force grew by 0.1% and total employment increased by 0.2% over the 12-month period, lowering the unemployment rate by 0.1 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional Vic. saw employment contract by 0.1% and its labour force decline by 0.3%, with unemployment decreasing by 0.2 percentage points. Forward-looking national projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide context for local workforce trajectory, anticipating national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. When weighted against Torquay's specific industry distribution, local employment is projected to rise by 6.7% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, noting this represents an unadjusted industry extrapolation rather than a local demographic forecast.
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Median household income in Torquay (Vic.) is $2,295 a week (about $119,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,018 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $59,885 a year against an average of $84,320. The average runs 41% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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 ATO postcode statistics aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the suburb of Torquay recorded a median taxpayer earnings figure of $59,885 and an average income of $84,320, exceeding the Regional Vic. median of $50,954 and average of $62,728. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, estimated earnings as of March 2026 stand at approximately $65,646 (median) and $92,432 (average). The 2021 Census placed local personal, family, and household incomes between the 80th and 83rd percentiles across Australia. Income distribution shows 31.8% of the local population (6,683 individuals) in the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, compared to 30.3% regionally.
High earners taking in more than $3,000/week account for 35.5% of the community. Housing costs absorb 14.4% of earnings, while disposable income sits in the 83rd percentile nationally and the area falls within the 8th decile for SEIFA income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Torquay (Vic.) had 6,374 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 91% detached houses and 1% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 22% rented and 34% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $500 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month, a total housing cost higher than 76% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to Census findings, standalone houses make up 90.8% of dwellings in Torquay and 9.1% comprise semi-detached homes, apartments, or other structures, relative to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings across Regional Vic. Outright home ownership stands at 34.0%, trailing the broader regional level, while 44.1% of properties carry a mortgage and 22.0% are tenant-occupied. The median monthly mortgage repayment is $2,167 compared to $1,430 across Regional Vic., and weekly median rent is $500 compared to $285 regionally. These housing costs also exceed national medians of $1,863 for monthly mortgage payments and $375 for weekly rent.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Torquay (Vic.) counted 6,374 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,228 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 77% of areas nationally, against 30% couples without children. 19% 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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Family households constitute 77.6% of local residences, comprising couples with children at 39.0%, childless couples at 29.7%, and single parent families at 8.3%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 22.4%, consisting of single-person households at 19.2% and group shared homes at 3.2%. The median household size is 2.7 people, exceeding the 2.4 average recorded across Regional Vic.
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38.3% of adults in Torquay (Vic.) hold a university qualification, including 25.7% with a bachelor degree and 7.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 97% of areas nationally. A further 20.3% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 2,892 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,094 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 qualifications in Torquay rank well above regional standards, with 38.3% of individuals aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, compared to 21.7% in Rest of Vic. and 28.6% across the wider SA4 region. Bachelor degrees form the largest category at 25.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (7.5%) and graduate diplomas (5.1%). Technical and trade accreditations are also widely held, with 33.7% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, including 13.4% with advanced diplomas and 20.3% with certificates. Formal education participation is strong, with 31.3% of the local population currently enrolled in studies.
This encompasses 12.0% in primary schooling, 8.0% attending secondary school, and 4.7% in tertiary courses.
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Public transport in Torquay (Vic.) reaches 64 stops on 14 routes, timetabled for about 2,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 320 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 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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Torquay is supported by 64 transit stops across 14 individual routes, generating 2,177 passenger services on a weekly basis. Stop accessibility is favorable, with residents living an average of 324 meters from the closest boarding point. The community is largely residential with outward commuting patterns, and private vehicles account for 92% of travel. Households maintain an average of 1.7 vehicles, surpassing regional norms, while 32.6% of residents worked from home during the 2021 Census under prevailing pandemic circumstances. Transit service frequency across the network totals an average of 311 daily trips, delivering roughly 34 trips per week at each individual transit stop.
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73.1% of residents in Torquay (Vic.) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 85% of areas nationally. 3.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 60.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.1 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 compiled by AreaSearch reveal strong outcomes in Torquay, highlighted by low mortality and minimal prevalence of chronic disease across all cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is notably widespread, held by roughly 60% of the population (12,624 people), compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic. Asthma and mental health issues represent the most prevalent diagnosed conditions locally, affecting 7.8 and 7.2% of residents respectively, while 73.1% reported no long-term medical conditions compared to 63.4% in Regional Vic. Chronic disease rates remain low among working-age individuals. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 18.1% of residents (3,804 people), below the 24.0% proportion across Regional Vic., and health outcomes within this older demographic track positively against broader benchmarks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Torquay (Vic.) is largely Australian-born, at 86.1% of residents, with 4.9% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (30.6%) and Australian (27.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Torquay presents lower cultural diversity relative to broader benchmarks, with 86.1% of residents born in Australia, 91.1% holding Australian citizenship, and 95.1% speaking exclusively English at home. Christianity is the dominant religious affiliation, representing 42.7% of the community. Judaism forms the most distinct localized overrepresentation at 0.1% of the population, compared with 0.1% across Regional Vic. Based on parental country of birth, the primary ancestries in Torquay are English (30.6%), Australian (27.1%), and Irish (11.3%). Other ancestries show varying degrees of representation relative to the broader region, including Scottish at 9.4% (compared to 8.8% regionally), Dutch at 1.7% (compared to 1.7%), and Maltese at 0.8% (compared to 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Torquay (Vic.) is 39. 20.4% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The age distribution in the suburb of Torquay (Vic.) is younger than Regional Vic. as a whole. Based on August 2026 updates, children and young adults (0 - 24) account for 32.1% of the population versus 28.5% regionally, while retirees and seniors (65+) represent 18.1% compared to 24.0% in Regional Vic. The median age is an estimated 39 as at August 2026, identical to the 2021 Census figure and 4 years lower than the Regional Vic. median of 43 at that Census. Since the Census, the senior cohort (65+) has shifted from 16.4% to an estimated 18.1%.
By 2041, residents aged 25 - 44 are projected to drive the majority of growth, expanding by 1,804 residents (34%) to total 7,079.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Torquay (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 | Sep 2026 last month all 19 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 — 398 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (18,534 at the 2021 Census → 21,017 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 (SAL22551). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.