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Werribee has an estimated 60,736 residents, up from 50,027 at the 2021 Census — a change of 10,709 people, or 21.4%. Growth has averaged 3.5% a year over five years, faster than 91% of areas nationally. 1,899 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 62.0% of that increase. That puts 1,418 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 AreaSearch's evaluation of broader ABS population releases and post-Census address validations, the suburb of Werribee has reached an estimated population of around 60,736 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 10,709 people (21.4%) from the 50,027 residents documented in the 2021 Census. Such figures are derived from an estimated resident count of 58,822 based on the ABS ERP update in June 2025, supplemented by 1,899 validated new addresses confirmed after the Census. Consequently, the population density stands at 1,418 persons per square kilometer, tracking higher than the standard across AreaSearch's national benchmarks.
The 21.4% expansion recorded since the 2021 census outpaced the broader state benchmark of 9.5% as well as national figures, establishing the suburb of Werribee as a prominent regional growth center. Inward interstate migration served as the primary demographic catalyst, generating roughly 62.0% of recent population gains, alongside positive contributions from natural increase and overseas arrivals. Demographic modelling for the suburb of Werribee incorporates ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 projections published in 2024 using 2022 as a base, alongside 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections applied via weighted growth aggregation where SA2 coverage is absent. Cohort-specific growth rates derived from these models have been mapped across all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these aggregated SA2 projections, future demographic trajectories point to outstanding expansion that places the suburb of Werribee within the top 10 percent of statistical areas nationwide. Over the 16 years running to 2041, the population is forecasted to expand by 30,868 persons, equating to an aggregate rise of 47.6%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
3,584 new dwellings have been approved in Werribee over the past five years, an average of 716 a year. That places the area in the 97th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 12 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 672 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 80% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 770, 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 shows that Werribee records roughly 716 residential approvals per annum, totaling an estimated 3,584 approved dwellings across the prior 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), with 770 recorded to date in FY-25. The ratio of population inflow to construction averaged 2.8 people per year for every newly built residence across the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demonstrating healthy demand conditions that underpin local real estate values. New dwelling construction costs average $403,000, aligning with regional standards, while local non-residential development remains vigorous, evidenced by $349.0 million in commercial approvals during the current financial year.
Per capita residential building volumes in Werribee align closely with Greater Melbourne benchmarks, helping preserve local market balance in step with neighboring districts while tracking well above the national norm to demonstrate strong developer engagement. Detached houses account for 80.0% of recent residential development, while medium and high-density formats comprise 20.0%, reinforcing the locality's low-density suburban fabric and catering to family households seeking spacious living. With approximately 86 people per approval, the district exhibits the characteristics of an active growth corridor. Based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch, Werribee is slated to welcome 28,939 additional inhabitants leading up to 2041. Should building output continue at its current tempo, additions to the housing stock could fall short of incoming demographic demand, potentially intensifying purchaser competition and providing upward momentum for property prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Werribee
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 15 current infrastructure and development projects inside Werribee, worth an estimated $46.2 billion. A further 104 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $85.2 billion. 56 are already under construction and 45 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, transport & logistics 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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Capital works and strategic urban programs exert a profound impact on local community evolution, with AreaSearch tracking 45 significant initiatives across the surrounding district. Among the primary developments shaping the area are the Werribee Mercy Hospital Emergency Department Expansion, the Riverwalk Werribee estate, the Princes Freeway and Werribee Main Road Interchange Upgrade, and the Ison Road Project.
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Werribee Mercy Hospital Emergency Department Expansion
A major expansion to double the capacity of the Werribee Mercy Hospital emergency department from 33 to 67 treatment spaces. The project includes a dedicated paediatric zone, 4 new resuscitation bays, 16 short stay beds, 36 emergency care cubicles, and 4 adult mental health spaces. Funded via the Victorian state budget, construction features key milestones such as completed weather-protected canopies and targets completion in mid-2026.
Riverwalk Werribee
A 197-hectare masterplanned community developed through a partnership between Development Victoria and Melbourne Water on former Werribee Satellite Aerodrome land. When complete, the estate will deliver over 2,600 homes across a range of lot sizes, alongside retail, commercial, education and community infrastructure. Over 2,500 residents are already living in the estate, with 1,500 lots delivered to date. The $88 million Riverwalk Village town centre at 1 and 2 Newmarket Road - anchored by Coles and featuring 42 specialty shops, offices and dining - commenced early works in late 2025, with full construction expected to begin Q1 2026 and opening planned for H1 2027.The estate includes 24 hectares of open space, wetlands, parks and links to the Werribee River and Federation Bike Trail. Heritage-listed hangars from the former Werribee Satellite Aerodrome are being preserved and relocated on site. Development Victoria has invested approximately $218 million to date, with a further $130 million planned over the life of the project.
Riverbend Small Catalyst Site
The Riverbend Small Catalyst Site is part of Wyndham City Council's catalyst sites program to revitalize the Werribee City Centre along the Werribee River corridor. Partnering with Burbank Group, the project plans a mixed-use residential and commercial development with integrated public realm improvements. It supports strategic urban renewal, delivering housing density alongside active riverfront open space.
East Werribee Precinct
A major long-term urban renewal precinct on Victorian Government-owned land in Melbourne's western corridor. Development Victoria leads the 30-year transformation to deliver around 7,000 new homes, including at least 10% affordable housing, alongside employment hubs supporting up to 60,000 jobs. Phase 1 focuses on planning, design, land remediation, and enabling infrastructure.
Grange Estate
A boutique riverfront residential community on the Werribee River offering secluded living with proximity to Werribee's town centre, quality education, transport and shopping amenities. Features land sizes from 401m2 to 781m2 across multiple stages including the Vineyard Terrace precinct. This is the final opportunity to join this exclusive community with all remaining lots titled and ready to build.
Ison Road Project
State-led road link delivering a new overpass across the Melbourne-Geelong rail line and a 1.3 km four-lane extension to Geelong Road (Princes Highway), including walking and cycling paths. Aims to improve connectivity to the Princes Freeway, reduce congestion in central Werribee and support growth in Wyndham West.
Werribee City Centre Structure Plan 2040
A comprehensive strategic framework adopted in August 2024 to guide the long-term growth of Werribee City Centre. The plan focuses on five key streams: revitalising community spaces, major streetscape beautification, expanding entertainment and recreation, upgrading the Wyndham Cultural Centre, and driving business growth. Key initiatives include the transformation of Station Place into a pedestrian-friendly dining precinct and the development of the Riverbank Promenade to better integrate the Werribee River with the urban core.
Princes Freeway and Werribee Main Road Interchange Upgrade
Upgrading the Princes Freeway and Werribee Main Road Interchange in Werribee to improve safety, reduce congestion, and increase connectivity. Key features include new signalised intersections at Ison Road / Werribee Main Road, the Princes Freeway inbound on-ramp / Werribee Main Road, and William Thwaites Drive / Werribee Main Road; a new roundabout linking the Princes Freeway inbound off-ramp to Wests Road, Princes Highway and the Maltby Bypass Service Centre; an additional lane on the Werribee Main Road bridge across the Princes Freeway; two-lane upgrades to both the inbound on-ramp and outbound off-ramp; and a permanent speed reduction from 80km/h to 60km/h on Werribee Main Road between William Thwaites Drive and Ison Road.Full funding was announced in January 2025, with detailed design and site investigations underway. Construction is expected to commence in early 2027 and be completed in late 2029, cutting peak travel times for the 10,000 motorists who use the interchange daily.
28,873 residents of Werribee are employed, from a labour force of 31,283. Unemployment sits at 7.7%, with participation at 67.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% 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 49,874, 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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Werribee features a diverse and skilled labour base with an overall unemployment rate of 7.7% and stable workforce conditions over the prior year, according to statistical area aggregations by AreaSearch. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 28,873, though the local jobless rate sits 2.9% above the 4.8% recorded for Greater Melbourne, and labour force participation is slightly subdued at 67.5% compared to the metropolitan benchmark of 70.1%. Furthermore, 23.4% of working residents indicated they worked from home in their Census returns, an outcome influenced in part by Covid-19 restrictions. Local workforce participation is centered predominantly around retail trade, construction, and health care & social assistance.
Transport, postal & warehousing exhibits a pronounced local concentration, engaging workers at 1.8 times the broader metropolitan average. In contrast, professional & technical occupations are underrepresented, engaging 6.3% of the workforce compared to 10.1% across the wider region. An assessment of Census resident workers versus local jobs indicates that this primarily residential community offers a restricted volume of internal employment opportunities. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data, aggregated from broader statistical areas, the 12-month period saw labour force increasing by 0.3% alongside a 0.0% employment decline, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.3 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1%, labour force growth of 2.3%, with unemployment rising 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 can offer further insight into potential future demand within Werribee. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, have been mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates differ significantly between industry sectors. Applying these industry-specific projections to Werribee's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 6.2% over five years and 13.0% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Werribee is $1,645 a week (about $86,000 a year), with median personal income at $760 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $53,148 a year against an average of $65,973. 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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Aggregated postcode data from the ATO for financial year 2023 indicates that the suburb of Werribee recorded a median taxable income of $53,148 and an average of $65,973, sitting marginally underneath the national figure and trailing Greater Melbourne's median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Factoring in a 9.62% rise in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, modelled values reach approximately $58,261 for the median and $72,320 for the average as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census places personal, family, and household earnings in moderate percentiles between the 40th and 44th percentiles.
A cohort of 21,804 residents, or 35.9% of the population, earns between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the regional distribution of 32.8%. Affordability constraints are significant, with the proportion of disposable income remaining after housing costs standing at 83.5%, placing the area in the 44th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Werribee had 17,614 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 85% detached houses and 1% apartments. 40% are owned with a mortgage, 34% rented and 26% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $330 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,733 a month. Rent absorbs 20.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, standalone houses represent 85.0% of residential structures in Werribee, with apartments, townhouses, and other dwellings making up the remaining 14.9%, compared against Greater Melbourne's profile of 67.9% houses and 32.1% multi-unit housing. Outright home ownership stands at 26.0%, trailing metropolitan levels, while properties with a mortgage account for 39.7% and private rentals represent 34.3%. Median housing payments remain relatively economical: monthly mortgage costs stand at $1,733 against $2,000 regionally and $1,863 nationally, while weekly rents sit at $330 compared to $390 across metropolitan Melbourne and $375 across the country.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Werribee counted 17,614 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 21,385 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 24% 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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The local domestic landscape is characterized by family units, which comprise 72.7% of all households; this includes couples with children (34.5%), couples without children (22.7%), and single parent arrangements (13.8%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 27.3%, consisting primarily of single-person dwellings at 24.1% and group living situations at 3.2%. An average household accommodates 2.7 people, slightly exceeding the Greater Melbourne standard of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
24.9% of adults in Werribee hold a university qualification, including 15.9% with a bachelor degree and 6.5% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 23.2% hold a vocational qualification. 22 schools serve the area, with 12,994 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,020 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 profiles indicate that 24.9% of residents hold tertiary degrees, trailing the SA3 area benchmark of 37.0% and highlighting scope for further educational development. Bachelor degrees constitute the largest share at 15.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 6.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.5%. Non-university technical pathways are widespread, with 34.3% of individuals aged 15+ possessing vocational qualifications, divided between certificate programs (23.2%) and advanced diplomas (11.1%). Community educational engagement is robust, with 30.8% of the local population actively participating in academic or vocational study. Primary school students account for 10.4% of residents, secondary education encompasses 7.8%, and 4.5% are enrolled in higher education programs.
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Public transport in Werribee reaches 248 stops on 20 routes, timetabled for about 13,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 250 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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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The local transit network features 248 bus stops distributed across Werribee, accommodated by 20 separate transit routes that collectively deliver 13,825 weekly passenger trips. Proximity to transit is favorable, with the typical resident residing 248 meters from their nearest boarding point. As an outward-commuting residential hub, private vehicles serve as the main travel mode at 86%, while 8% of trips occur by train, and vehicle ownership stands at 1.3 per dwelling. In addition, 23.4% of working residents operated from home according to 2021 Census returns collected during COVID-19 conditions. Transit service across all active corridors averages 1,975 trips per day, providing roughly 55 weekly trips per stop across the network.
Spatial positioning for the 100 nearest stops relative to the centerpoint is illustrated in the accompanying cartographic display.
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70.4% of residents in Werribee report no long-term health condition. 6.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.8 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 metrics evaluated by AreaSearch indicate notable community health considerations regarding chronic illness and mortality rates, with chronic conditions observed across all age brackets and elevated among older residents. Private health insurance coverage covers roughly 53% of the community (~32,141 people), sitting just above the typical SA2 mark while trailing the Greater Melbourne average of 56.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions represent the most prevalent diagnosed ailments locally, recorded among 8.0% and 8.5% of the community respectively, while 70.4% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Health measures across working-age cohorts generally match typical standards. The area includes 7,652 residents aged 65 and over, representing 12.6% of the population against 15.1% across Greater Melbourne, with senior health indicators presenting certain challenges despite ranking lower nationally relative to the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
36.8% of Werribee residents were born overseas and 34.1% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 80% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (20.2%) and English (20.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural plurality is well established in Werribee, where 36.8% of inhabitants were born abroad and 34.1% speak a primary language other than English in their households. Christianity represents the most common religious affiliation, encompassing 48.5% of the population. Those identifying with Other religions show a distinct overrepresentation, making up 3.4% locally compared to 2.3% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding reported parental background, English (20.2%), Australian (20.2%), and Other (16.7%) form the three largest ancestral cohorts in Werribee. Distinct demographic representations also emerge across several other heritages, including Italian at 5.9% (versus 5.2% regionally), Indian at 5.6% (versus 4.2%), and Maltese at 1.8% (versus 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Werribee is 34, younger than 76% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 28.1% 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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Age distributions in Werribee align closely with broader metropolitan patterns, showing a maximum variance of only 2.5 percentage points across general cohorts. The median age is estimated at 34, down from 35 at the 2021 Census and sitting 3 years below the Greater Melbourne median of 37 documented at that time. Individuals aged 25 - 44 have increased their demographic share from 32.4% at the Census to an estimated 34.1%. In terms of raw volume, the 45 - 64 age group is projected to see the largest absolute increase by 2041, growing by 8,329 residents (67%) to reach 20,780.
The most rapid relative expansion will occur within the 65+ cohort, which is projected to climb 70% to 13,026.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Werribee
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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 | Sep 2026 last 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Sep 2026 last month all 15 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Sep 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 1,899 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (50,027 at the 2021 Census → 60,736 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 (SAL22750). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.