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Watsonia has an estimated 5,645 residents, up from 5,352 at the 2021 Census — a change of 293 people, or 5.5%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 51.0% of that increase. That puts 2,454 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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According to ABS demographic updates for the wider region and new addresses verified by AreaSearch since the Census, Watsonia's population is estimated at roughly 5,645 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 293 people (5.5%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 5,352 people. This shift is derived from a resident population of 5,639, calculated by AreaSearch using the latest ERP figures from the ABS (June 2025) and an additional 50 validated new addresses since the Census date. Such a population size translates to a density ratio of 2,454 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top quartile of all Australian locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
Overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth, contributing approximately 51.0% of the overall population increases in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for individual SA2 regions, published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 localities lacking this data, AreaSearch utilizes the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusting them via a weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates across different age cohorts from these aggregations are likewise applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, substantial population growth within the top quartile of nationwide statistical areas is predicted, with this locality projected to expand by 1,726 persons by 2041 under aggregated SA2-level forecasts, representing an overall increase of 30.5% over the 16 years.
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135 new dwellings have been approved in Watsonia over the past five years, an average of 27 a year. That is 4.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 27 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 52% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 25, 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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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of ABS building approval statistics distributed from statistical area data, Watsonia averages approximately 27 dwellings receiving development approval annually, resulting in an estimated 135 homes approved during the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 23 so far in FY-26. With a ratio of 1.1 people per year entering the area for every dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), the local market appears well balanced in terms of supply and demand, fostering steady conditions, while new dwellings are built at a mean cost of $521,000, showing that builders are focusing on the higher-end market with premium homes.
Additionally, there have been $23.6 million in commercial approvals during the current financial year, indicating steady commercial building activity. Relative to Greater Melbourne, Watsonia registers approximately three-quarters the rate of new residential approvals per resident, ranking in the 60th percentile of locations analyzed across the country. New residential projects consist of 52.0% standalone houses and 48.0% medium and high-density dwellings, showing a growing combination of attached housing choices across various price ranges, spanning from large family residences to more affordable compact options. This marks a clear departure from the current housing stock (which stands at 86.0% houses), pointing to a shrinking pool of buildable land and reflecting shifting lifestyle preferences and the demand for more varied, lower-cost housing options. There are about 250 people per residential approval in this area, showing a low density market. Demographic projections indicate Watsonia will add 1,720 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Should the current pace of construction persist, the supply of housing might fall short of population growth, which could intensify competition among buyers and foster more robust price appreciation.
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Development applications around Watsonia
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 51 current infrastructure and development projects close to Watsonia, worth an estimated $14.5 billion. 7 are already under construction and 11 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans transport & logistics, communities, precincts & urban renewal and residential development. 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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Few factors shape local performance as strongly as modifications to regional infrastructure, major works, and urban planning schemes. AreaSearch has identified a single project expected to influence the local area. Significant projects include the 149 McKimmies Road Residential Precinct, the M80 Ring Road Completion, the North East Link, and the Diamond Creek Community Infrastructure Master Plan, with the details below showing those anticipated to be of greatest significance.
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106-126 Main Street Greensborough Affordable Housing
A 17-storey mixed-use development fast-tracked under the Victorian Government Development Facilitation Program. The project delivers 211 affordable dwellings, ground-level retail, and commercial spaces. Managed by HousingFirst, it features communal areas and improved pedestrian links near the Greensborough train station. While a planning permit (PA2503550) was issued by the Department of Transport and Planning, construction start dates are yet to be confirmed as of May 2026.
M80 Ring Road Completion
Final stage of the M80 Ring Road upgrade, completing the link between Plenty Road, Greensborough and the North East Link tunnels in Watsonia. The project delivers 14 km of new lanes, express lanes connecting to the North East Link, and major new interchanges at Plenty Road and Grimshaw Street. Key features include two landscaped bridges at Elder Street and Watsonia Road, a new accessible overpass at Macorna Street, and over 10 km of walking and cycling paths.It utilizes smart freeway technology and is designed to remove approximately 19,000 vehicles per day from local roads.
North East Link Environmental Parklands
Creation of 5 MCGs of new community parklands at Borlase Reserve as part of the North East Link tunnel project, including adventure and nature playgrounds, fitness areas, walking trails, a wildlife crossing, and revitalised Banyule Creek wetlands. A new pedestrian Eel (Iuk) bridge over Lower Plenty Road will connect the parklands to Banyule Flats and Yarra River trails. Tunnelling on the main North East Link bored tunnels was completed in July 2026, with above-ground works including the Borlase Reserve parklands and Greensborough Road boulevard continuing ahead of the project's scheduled opening in 2028.
Diamond Creek Township Streetscape Improvements
Streetscape improvements throughout Diamond Creek township including tree planting, improved lighting, pedestrian infrastructure, and public realm enhancements to support local business and community amenity. Part of the Diamond Creek Major Activity Centre Structure Plan.
Hurstbridge Rail Line Upgrades (Watsonia-Eltham)
A major upgrade of the Hurstbridge line integrated with the North East Link project. Key milestones include the completion of Melbourne's third longest rail tunnel at Watsonia (500 metres) in late 2025 and the rebuilding of the Grimshaw Street Bridge. The project encompasses track duplication, new stations at Greensborough and Montmorency, and extensive signalling and power upgrades. Final finishing works and rail corridor improvements are continuing into mid-2026 to enhance service frequency and reliability for Melbourne's northeast.
Plenty River Trail Upgrades
The Plenty River Trail Upgrades project involves enhancements to the access path between Allima Ave, Yallambie, and Willinda Park, Greensborough. Key improvements include widened pathways for better accessibility, upgraded drainage systems, improved lighting for enhanced safety, new seating areas, and updated signage to improve user experience for walkers, cyclists, and families. The project aims to create a safer and more enjoyable recreational environment while supporting local biodiversity.
Diamond Creek Community Infrastructure Master Plan
Master plan project providing long-term direction for community infrastructure delivery in Diamond Creek. Includes a Community Hub with a library, creative spaces, and a Neighbourhood House, plus an Aquatic, Health and Fitness Centre. Currently in Phase B.2b, targeting exhibition of the final Draft Master Plan between September 2025 and June 2026.
Hilton Garden Inn Bundoora
A proposed 168-room Hilton Garden Inn hotel within the Polaris 3083 mixed-use precinct. The hotel is planned to include a restaurant and bar, fitness centre, approximately 127 sqm of meeting and event space, and accommodation supporting La Trobe University, nearby health facilities and Melbourne's northern growth corridor. As of mid-2026, no confirmed hotel opening date or construction commencement has been publicly announced.
3,150 residents of Watsonia are employed, from a labour force of 3,296. Unemployment sits at 4.4%, with participation at 71.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,609, 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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Watsonia has a highly educated labor force with a strong concentration in professional services, an unemployment rate of 4.4%, and an estimated 1.8% job growth over the preceding year, according to AreaSearch's compiled statistical area data. As of March 2026, 3,150 residents are employed, with the local unemployment rate sitting 0.3% below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%, and labor force participation matching Greater Melbourne's 70.2% closely. Census records indicate a high 34.8% of residents worked from home, although the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind. The main industries employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and construction.
The suburb shows a particularly high concentration of workers in health care & social assistance, with employment levels sitting at 1.2 times the regional average. Conversely, manufacturing accounts for only 5.3% of the local workforce, which is lower than the 7.2% recorded across Greater Melbourne. Comparison of Census working population data against the resident population suggests this largely residential locality offers few local job opportunities. Based on AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS data aggregated from broader statistical regions, during the 12 months ending March 2026, employment grew by 1.8% while the labor force expanded by 3.2%, leading to a 1.3 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. This compares to Greater Melbourne, where employment grew by 2.1%, the labor force increased by 2.3%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia starting in May-25 provide additional context regarding future demand in Watsonia. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce profile to model growth trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, anticipated growth rates vary greatly across different industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to Watsonia's employment profile suggests local employment is set to grow by 7.0% over five years and 14.3% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not account for local population projections).
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Median household income in Watsonia is $1,883 a week (about $98,000 a year), with median personal income at $900 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,696 a year against an average of $72,429. 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 most recent postcode level ATO statistics released by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the median income of taxpayers in the suburb of Watsonia is $60,696, with an average income of $72,429. This exceeds the national benchmark, and compares to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 in Greater Melbourne. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $66,535 (median) and $79,397 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census income statistics show that household, family, and individual earnings in Watsonia are around the 62nd percentile nationwide.
The data indicates that the $1,500 - 2,999 income range is the most common, accounting for 32.4% of residents (1,828 people), which aligns with regional trends where 32.8% fall into this same bracket. High housing costs account for 15.2% of incomes, yet solid earnings keep disposable income in the 59th percentile, with the area's SEIFA income ranking falling in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Watsonia had 2,105 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 86% detached houses and 1% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 30% rented and 33% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $385 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,019 a month. Rent absorbs 20.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.7%. 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 architecture in Watsonia, according to the most recent Census, was comprised of 86.1% houses and 13.9% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative accommodation), compared to the Melbourne metropolitan split of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in Watsonia stood higher than the Melbourne metropolitan level at 33.2%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (36.5%) or rented (30.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the suburb was higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average at $2,019, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $385, compared to metropolitan averages of $2,000 and $390.
Across Australia, Watsonia's mortgage payments exceed the national average of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Watsonia counted 2,105 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,220 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the majority of homes at 69.5%, which includes 31.7% couples with children, 24.2% couples without children, and 12.3% single parent families. Non-family households represent the remaining 30.5% of homes, with single person households accounting for 26.7% and group households making up 3.7% of the total. The median household size of 2.5 residents is slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
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34.8% of adults in Watsonia hold a university qualification, including 22.3% with a bachelor degree and 8.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 20.3% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,510 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,036 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment levels in Watsonia are lower than the regional averages, with 34.8% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 41.2% in the SA3 region. This difference points to opportunities for future educational growth and skill development. Bachelor degrees represent the most common credential at 22.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees (8.6%) and graduate diplomas (3.9%). Vocational training and technical skills are also common, with 31.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, including advanced diplomas (10.7%) and certificates (20.3%). Engagement in education is high, with 27.4% of the population enrolled in formal study.
This figure is made up of 9.6% in primary school, 6.5% in secondary school, and 4.8% undertaking tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Watsonia reaches 31 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 3,000 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 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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Public transport data shows 31 active transit stops operating in Watsonia, which consist of various bus stops. These locations are serviced by 7 separate routes that together handle 3,017 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 182 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is a mostly residential suburb, the majority of commuters travel outside the area, with private cars being the main mode of travel at 83% and trains accounting for 11%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per household. A high 34.8% of residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions).
Transit service frequency averages 431 journeys per day across all local routes, which translates to about 97 weekly journeys for each transit stop.
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68.0% of residents in Watsonia report no long-term health condition. 6.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 55.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.1 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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Watsonia faces notable health difficulties, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the occurrence of chronic illnesses, with common ailments being somewhat prevalent, particularly among older age cohorts, while the proportion of residents with private health insurance is high at roughly 55% of the population (~3,129 people). The most prevalent health issues in the suburb are mental health conditions and asthma, which affect 9.0 and 8.7% of residents, respectively, while 68.0% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Health statistics for the working-age cohort are generally typical.
Seniors aged 65 and over make up 18.8% of the local population (1,061 people), which is higher than the 15.0% average for Greater Melbourne. Health outcomes for these older residents present some difficulties, though they rank lower nationally than the rest of the local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Watsonia is largely Australian-born, at 78.3% of residents, with 19.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (24.8%) and English (24.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Watsonia displays a higher than average level of cultural diversity, with 21.7% of its residents born outside of Australia and 19.7% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion locally, accounting for 43.4% of the population. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which is practiced by 0.3% of local residents, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at ancestral backgrounds (based on parents' birth countries), the three largest groups in Watsonia are Australian at 24.8% of the population (well above the regional average of 18.4%), English at 24.3%, and Irish at 9.8%.
There are also distinct differences in the proportions of other backgrounds: Macedonian ancestry is overrepresented at 0.8% of Watsonia (compared to 0.7% regionally), Italian stands at 5.1% (compared to 5.2%), and Croatian is at 0.8% (compared to 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Watsonia is 38. 24.0% 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 38 years in Watsonia is close to the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and matches the national median of 38. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Watsonia has a larger proportion of residents aged 85+ (4.0%) but fewer young people aged 15 - 24 (10.0%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 85+ has risen from 2.7% to 4.0% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 5.5% to 6.6%. Meanwhile, the 25 to 34 age bracket has fallen from 15.3% to 14.0%.
By 2041, Watsonia is projected to experience clear shifts in its age structure, led by the 45 to 54 cohort, which is expected to grow by 39% (284 people), rising to 1,018 from 733.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Watsonia
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 May 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 — 50 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,352 at the 2021 Census → 5,645 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 (SAL22721). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.