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Weir Views has an estimated 7,712 residents, up from 4,348 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,364 people, or 77.4%. Growth has averaged 15.7% a year over five years, faster than 99% of areas nationally. 836 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 75.0% of that increase. That puts 1,423 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to municipal population updates analyzed by AreaSearch alongside residential address validations completed after the Census, the suburb of Weir Views has an estimated residency of 7,712 individuals in May 2026. This represents an addition of 3,364 community members (77.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which registered 4,348 citizens. This calculation is derived from a base resident count of 7,637 estimated by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ABS ERP publication, combined with 836 newly verified addresses registered post-Census. Consequently, the local density stands at 1,422 persons per square kilometer, outstripping the typical density across national comparison areas.
The local expansion rate of 77.4% since the 2021 census paced ahead of the wider state growth of 9.3% and exceeded national benchmarks, placing the locality among regional leaders. This upward trend was mostly fueled by interstate relocation, which accounted for approximately 75.0% of the overall demographic expansion in recent times, though positive gains were also recorded across natural expansion and overseas arrivals. Projections established by the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024, utilizing 2022 as their baseline, are applied by AreaSearch for each SA2 unit. For areas lacking this coverage, estimations are modeled on the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections, modified through a weighted system that aggregates growth from LGA down to SA2 zones. The corresponding age cohort expansion rates are applied to projections spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, the demographic outlook points to rapid expansion that ranks within the highest 10 percent of statistical territories nationwide, with the population expected to climb by 5,556 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 data, showing a 16-year cumulative increase of 71.1%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,458 new dwellings have been approved in Weir Views over the past five years, an average of 291 a year. That places the area in the 98th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 38 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 313 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 98% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 134, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this Suburb (SAL) boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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AreaSearch evaluations of building approvals compiled from regional data show that the suburb of Weir Views averaged approximately 291 residential building permits annually, generating a total of 1,458 authorized homes over the preceding 5 fiscal years. In the current FY-26 period, 123 residential approvals have been documented. The addition of 2.7 new occupants for every home built between FY-21 and FY-25 points to robust housing demand that supports local property values, with the mean expected construction cost for these new residences sitting at $341,000. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $1.9 million have been registered in the current fiscal year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the neighborhood.
Per capita building approvals in the suburb of Weir Views run 132.0% higher than the Greater Melbourne average, offering plenty of options for prospective buyers despite a recent moderate slowdown in construction speed. Developer interest in the area remains high compared to national standards. The construction profile is dominated by detached houses, which make up 98.0% of new projects, while attached designs account for 2.0%, maintaining a traditional family-oriented suburban layout. The ratio of residents to building permits stands at roughly 25 people per dwelling approval, indicating a growing local market. According to demographic forecasts, the suburb of Weir Views is set to add 5,481 residents to its population by 2041, calculated from the most recent quarterly estimates. Present building rates suggest that local housing completions will sufficiently accommodate this influx, maintaining healthy purchasing conditions and potentially paving the way for growth that outpaces baseline projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Weir Views
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside Weir Views, worth an estimated $475 million. A further 71 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $28.5 billion. 37 are already under construction and 23 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 schemes, and developments are key influences on regional growth. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 5 projects likely to impact the locality. The main initiatives include the Maplewood Estate, Seventh Bend Estate, Harkness Cemetery Memorial Park, and the Toolern Precinct Structure Plan (Melton South / Weir Views Growth Area), with the details below focusing on those of highest relevance.
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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.
Maplewood Estate
Maplewood Estate is a master-planned residential community in Melton South, Victoria, featuring 706 land allotments with wetlands, parks, and open spaces. Developed by Golden Group, it offers urban convenience and family living, located minutes from public transport, schools, colleges, and amenities, approximately 35km from Melbourne CBD.
Seventh Bend Estate
Masterplanned residential community by YourLand in Weir Views adjoining Toolern Creek. The estate comprises more than 1,200 lots across approximately 68 hectares with parks, open space, walking trails and community facilities. Multiple stages are under construction and selling, with Stage 20 and 21 releases now available and development continuing through the early 2030s.
Robinsons Rise Estate Cobblebank
Robinsons Rise Estate is a residential house and land development in Cobblebank, Melbourne's west, developed by Miravor Property Group. The estate offers over 300 lots across multiple stages featuring 7-star energy-rated homes with sustainable design, recycled water infrastructure, and community open spaces. Stage 2 is currently the latest release. The estate is located 250m from Cobblebank Train Station and within walking distance of Cobblebank Village, the under-construction Melton Hospital, and Cobblebank Stadium.
Harkness Memorial Park
A 128 hectare memorial park being developed by the Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust to serve Melbourne's rapidly growing western suburbs. Stage 1 includes the Kingfisher Centre, ceremonial and function spaces, memorial areas, internal roads, extensive landscaping, Arnolds Creek restoration and thousands of new trees. Major construction is underway with opening planned for early 2027.
Toolern Precinct Structure Plan (Cobblebank / Melton South Growth Area)
A major greenfield growth corridor in Melbourne west covering approximately 2,290 hectares across four precincts. The plan supports up to 25,030 dwellings and a projected population of 55,000 to 68,000 residents in the suburbs of Cobblebank, Strathtulloh, Thornhill Park and Weir Views. Key infrastructure anchors include the Cobblebank Metropolitan Activity Centre, the new Melton Hospital (construction underway, completion 2029), and the Cobblebank Community Services Hub, a 60 million dollar six-storey facility under construction by Kane Constructions.Amendment C232melt, adopted by Council in June 2025 and submitted to the Minister for Planning, updates the Development Contributions Plan and PSP to address funding shortfalls for roads, bridges, paths, drainage and community infrastructure driven by higher-than-expected development density.
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.
Orchard Green Estate
Masterplanned house and land estate spanning approximately 41.22 hectares in Melton South, offering vacant residential allotments ranging from around 212sqm to 544sqm across multiple staged releases. Stage 16A is currently selling with lots from 213sqm to 449sqm. Earlier stages have been titled and constructed, with the estate located near Melton Train Station, Opalia Shopping Centre and several schools including Al Iman College and Staughton College. Marketed by Jason Real Estate.
3,307 residents of Weir Views are employed, from a labour force of 3,673. Unemployment sits at 10.0%, with participation at 72.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% 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 6,424, about 83% 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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Based on local statistical aggregations, the suburb of Weir Views features a skilled labor force working across various sectors, with an unemployment rate of 10.0% and an estimated annual job growth of 6.3%. As of March 2026, working residents numbered 3,307, though the unemployment rate sat 5.2% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, showing potential for labor market improvements. Workforce engagement is slightly elevated at 72.3% compared to 70.2% across Greater Melbourne. Census records show that a moderate 17.3% of the working population performed their duties from home, though this figure reflects conditions during pandemic lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for local citizens are health care & social assistance, transport, postal & warehousing, and construction. In particular, transport, postal & warehousing represents a major local specialization, with an employment share that is 2.6 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for 5.2% of jobs compared to 10.1% across the region. The comparison between the working population count and the resident population suggests local job opportunities are limited in this mainly residential suburb. Evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics for the year ending March 2026 indicate that local employment expanded by 6.3% while the labor force grew by 7.4%, leading to a rise in unemployment of 1.0 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1%, labor force growth of 2.3%, and a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. National employment forecasts from May-25 published by Jobs and Skills Australia provide perspective on potential workforce demand trends in the suburb of Weir Views. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce composition to estimate growth, showing that while overall national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by sector. Applying these specific trends suggests local jobs will grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.0% over ten years, representing a basic weighting extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Weir Views is $1,780 a week (about $93,000 a year), with median personal income at $825 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,653 a year against an average of $63,949. 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 ATO statistics compiled for the 2023 financial year, taxpayer income levels in the suburb of Weir Views are positioned below the national average. The median taxpayer earnings sit at $56,653 and the average stands at $63,949, compared to Greater Melbourne benchmarks of $57,688 for median and $75,164 for average incomes. Factoring in a Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates point to a median income of $62,103 and an average of $70,101 as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Weir Views near the 52nd percentile nationally.
The dominant earnings bracket comprises 45.5% of taxpayers (3,508 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the regional trend where 32.8% of taxpayers fall into this category. Housing cost pressures are high, with only 79.6% of income remaining after housing expenses, placing the area in the 47th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Weir Views had 1,236 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 0% apartments. 52% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 6% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $352 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,800 a month, a total housing cost higher than 85% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing stock in the suburb of Weir Views at the time of the latest Census consisted of 99.0% separate houses and 1.0% alternative housing formats such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative formats across metropolitan Melbourne. Home ownership rates in the suburb of Weir Views lagged the metropolitan benchmark, sitting at 6.0%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with mortgages (52.3%) or tenants (41.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,800 and weekly rent of $352 were both lower than the metropolitan Melbourne averages of $2,000 and $390.
Nationally, local mortgage commitments are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and median rents are below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Weir Views counted 1,236 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,192 today, averaging 3.3 people each. 49% are couples with children, more than in 94% of areas nationally, against 18% couples without children. 12% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the vast majority of local living arrangements at 85.0% of the total, consisting of couples with children at 48.7%, couples without children at 17.8%, and single parents at 17.1%. The remaining 15.0% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 12.1% and group houses accounting for 3.1%. The median household size of 3.3 people is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
26.8% of adults in Weir Views hold a university qualification, including 16.1% with a bachelor degree and 8.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 22.4% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 368 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,024 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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Tertiary education rates in the area present a developmental opportunity, with university graduation rates at 26.8%, notably lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. Among these qualifications, bachelor degrees represent 16.1% of the total, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.2% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Practical and vocational qualifications are highly represented, with 35.3% of citizens aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 12.9% and certificates at 22.4%. A high proportion of the population is engaged in learning, with 37.7% of residents enrolled in academic programs.
This cohort is divided into 15.3% in primary schooling, 7.8% in secondary education, and 4.2% attending tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Weir Views reaches 6 stops on 1 route, timetabled for about 240 services a week. The typical home sits about 540 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.5 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 services in the suburb of Weir Views include 6 operational bus stops. These stops are served by 1 unique route, which hosts a total of 239 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is moderate, with residents living an average of 535 meters from their nearest public transit stop. Given the suburban nature of the area, most residents travel outside the suburb for work, with private vehicles serving as the primary transit mode at 90% and trains at 8%. Car ownership stands at 1.5 vehicles per household, which is higher than the regional average.
Census records from 2021 show that 17.3% of the workforce worked from home, which may reflect pandemic-era arrangements. Transit service frequency averages 34 daily trips across all local routes, which translates to approximately 39 weekly departures from each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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79.9% of residents in Weir Views report no long-term health condition. 3.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.7 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 assessments by AreaSearch based on mortality statistics and chronic disease rates point to below-average health profiles in the suburb of Weir Views, with common medical issues showing a slightly higher prevalence across both younger and older demographics. The private health insurance rate is slightly higher than the average SA2 region, covering approximately 52% of the population (~4,021 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most common medical diagnoses locally, reported by 8.2% and 6.4% of residents, respectively. In contrast, 79.9% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
The working-age population exhibits good health outcomes with low rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 3.4% of the local population (262 people), below the Greater Melbourne level of 15.0%, with health standings generally matching national population profiles.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
43.8% of Weir Views residents were born overseas and 48.1% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 87% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (17.7%) and English (16.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The suburb of Weir Views shows high levels of multicultural representation, with 43.8% of residents born outside Australia and 48.1% speaking a language other than English in their households. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 41.2% of the local population. The most pronounced demographic variation is in the Other category, which represents 10.5% of the population, notably higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.3%. Regarding ancestral backgrounds, the most common responses in the suburb of Weir Views are Other at 28.3% of the population (significantly above the regional average of 14.6%), Australian at 17.7%, and English at 16.0%.
Specific demographic differences are also visible among other heritages, with Samoan backgrounds representing 3.5% of residents (compared to 0.3% regionally), Maltese at 2.8% (compared to 1.1% regionally), and Sri Lankan at 1.0% (compared to 0.8% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Weir Views is 27, younger than 99% of areas nationally. 31.3% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in the suburb of Weir Views is 27 years, which is substantially younger than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 years and the national figure of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, the suburb of Weir Views has a higher proportion of children aged 5 - 14 (20.9%) but a lower share of older residents aged 65 - 74 (1.6%). The percentage of children aged 5 - 14 is higher than the national figure of 12.0%. Since the 2021 Census, the 35 to 44 age cohort has increased from 17.6% to 20.1% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has risen from 0.5% to 1.7%.
Meanwhile, the 25 to 34 age bracket decreased from 22.5% to 20.2%, and the 0 to 4 group declined from 13.9% to 12.7%. Future projections for 2041 suggest major demographic shifts, led by the 5 to 14 cohort, which is expected to grow by 61% (985 people) to reach 2,597 from 1,611.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Weir Views
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 |
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| 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 | Jul 2026 last month 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 Jul 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 — 836 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,348 at the 2021 Census → 7,712 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 (SAL22740). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.