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Williamstown North has an estimated 2,264 residents, up from 1,622 at the 2021 Census — a change of 642 people, or 39.6%. Growth has averaged 5.8% a year over five years, faster than 96% of areas nationally. 358 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 91.0% of that increase. That puts 1,265 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 regional ABS population updates and new address validations post-Census, the suburb of Williamstown North has an estimated count of approximately 2,264 residents as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 642 residents (39.6%) compared to the 2021 Census tally of 1,622 individuals. Such expansion is drawn from the 2,249 resident estimate established by AreaSearch following the ABS's recent ERP release (June 2025), alongside 358 newly validated addresses confirmed since the Census. This headcount generates a population density of 1,264 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure observed across AreaSearch's nationwide evaluations.
Outperforming both the broader state and its SA3 region (6.9%), the suburb of Williamstown North's 39.6% surge positions it as a local growth standout. Inbound overseas migration formed the primary driver of this demographic increase, generating roughly 91.0% of recent population additions. SA2-level projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, issued in 2024 using 2022 as a base year, have been adopted by AreaSearch. Where SA2 coverage is absent, AreaSearch draws on 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA figures, applying a weighted aggregation methodology to translate LGA trends down to the SA2 tier. These aggregated age-specific growth trajectories are likewise utilized across all regions from 2032 to 2041. Future demographic projections place the suburb of Williamstown North within the highest quartile among locations assessed by AreaSearch, with aggregated SA2 figures indicating an addition of 623 persons by 2041, representing a 26.9% total expansion across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
403 new dwellings have been approved in Williamstown North over the past five years, an average of 80 a year. That places the area in the 68th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 35 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 58 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 17% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 12, 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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Analysis of ABS building approvals aggregated by AreaSearch indicates that residential approvals in Williamstown North have averaged roughly 80 dwellings annually, accumulating to around 403 homes throughout the preceding 5 financial years. Within FY-25 to date, 12 approvals have been documented. Across the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, the arrival rate averaged 2 incoming residents for each approved home, reflecting a balanced supply-demand environment and stable market backdrop; however, this metric has quickened to 13.2 people per dwelling across the last 2 financial years, pointing toward rising demand and constrained supply.
Newly approved dwellings carry an average construction value of $1,077,000, underscoring a strategic emphasis among builders on premium, high-end developments. In addition, $2.1 million worth of commercial approvals have been authorized in the current financial year, highlighting the locality's primarily residential character. Per capita residential development in Williamstown North outpaces Greater Melbourne by 281.0%, offering substantial purchasing opportunities despite an easing in building activity over recent times. This intensity remains markedly above national benchmarks, demonstrating substantial development confidence. Higher-density and medium-density dwellings make up 83.0% of recent approvals, with standalone houses representing 17.0%. This pivot toward density introduces more accessible property formats suited for downsizers, investors, and first-home purchasers. It also signals a pronounced shift from the existing built environment (in which houses comprise 39.0%), caused by limited site availability and evolving buyer lifestyle and affordability needs. Approvals currently stand at approximately 183 people per dwelling approval, reflecting a growing market. Demographic outlooks project Williamstown North will add 608 persons up to 2041, measured from the latest AreaSearch quarterly figures. Existing construction trajectories appear well-positioned to satisfy this residential requirement, supporting healthy buyer conditions while offering scope to outstrip current growth projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Williamstown North
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Williamstown North, worth an estimated $338 million. A further 97 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $33.9 billion. 28 are already under construction and 36 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Planning initiatives, major works, and infrastructure upgrades exert a fundamental influence on property markets. AreaSearch has pinpointed 4 significant projects expected to shape local dynamics, led by Newport Community Hub Upgrade, Williams Point Business Park, Elements, and Akuna Dr, Williamstown North, as detailed in the overview below.
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Elements Williamstown North
Beachside neighbourhood offering 2, 3 and 4 bedroom luxury townhomes designed by Baldasso Cortese Architects. Features private rooftop terraces, integrated BBQs, solar panels, and proximity to Port Phillip Bay and Williamstown village.
Akuna Dr, Williamstown North
An industrial project featuring 184 warehouses, cafe space, and 778 carparking spaces including a car wash and vacuum facility. Plans also include a 350kW solar photovoltaic system and water tanks for rainwater.
Newport Community Hub Upgrade
Upgrade and expansion of community services facility providing programs, activities and spaces for community engagement. Includes improved accessibility, modern facilities, and enhanced outdoor areas.
Mobil Melbourne Terminal Conversion
Conversion of the former Altona refinery into one of Australia's largest fuel import and storage terminals, leveraging existing tanks, pipelines and deep-water wharf access at Gellibrand. The terminal is fully operational, supplying approximately 40% of Victoria's fuel needs. Additional storage capacity of almost 250 million litres was commissioned by mid-2025 to meet the federal government's Minimum Stockholding Obligation. Demolition of former refinery process units and associated infrastructure commenced September 2025, with works continuing through to end of 2027.Contractor Liberty Industrial is carrying out the demolition. Parts of the site not required for terminal operations may be rezoned for alternative industrial or commercial uses in future.
Williams Point Business Park
Williams Point is a premium industrial and retail business park in Williamstown North, featuring an 88-lot subdivision across 16.77 hectares. It accommodates small to mid-sized businesses with industrial and retail precincts, supported by high-growth residential areas and proximity to Melbourne CBD and Port of Melbourne.
193-195 Douglas Parade Mixed-Use Development
The redevelopment of the former Pantelis Service Station site into a mixed-use precinct. The project includes 32 bespoke residences across multiple levels and an upgraded ground-floor retail offering that retains elements of the site's history as a convenience shop and service station. Architectural design by Rothelowman features bold corner treatments and sculptured canopies, aiming to create a contemporary gateway for Newport.
Williamstown Mechanics Institute Masterplan and Restoration
Council-led restoration of the historic 1860s Mechanics Institute. Following community consultation in 2024/25, the project has moved into a masterplan phase featuring three concept designs. Council is currently seeking state/federal partnerships to fund the full upgrade and fit-out of flexible spaces for museum, arts, and community activities while the main complex remains closed for safety.
Elements
Elements is a completed boutique townhome development by CasUrban in Williamstown North, comprising 67 architecturally designed 3 and 4 bedroom residences by Baldasso Cortese and built by CasConstruct. Homes feature luxe interiors, dual living zones, private lifts, and private rooftop terraces, with select residences enjoying views of Port Phillip Bay and the Melbourne CBD. Located just 100m from Jawbone Reserve on the Port Phillip Bay foreshore and close to Williamstown village, cafes, boutique retail, and the Botanical Gardens, the project sold across staged releases with prices ranging from approximately 1.235 million to 1.535 million AUD.
1,604 residents of Williamstown North are employed, from a labour force of 1,645. Unemployment sits at 2.5%, with participation at 80.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% 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 2,980, about 132% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The employment landscape in Williamstown North features a highly skilled labor pool, with the technology industry making a notable impression, an unemployment rate of 2.5%, and an estimated employment growth of 9.3% over the previous year, according to AreaSearch aggregation of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,604 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 2.3% below Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%, and workforce participation is well beyond standard (80.4% compared to Greater Melbourne's 70.1%). Based on Census responses, a high 41.2% of residents were found to work from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered.
Retail trade, construction, and health care & social assistance represent the predominant employment sectors for local workers. Strong specialization is evident in finance & insurance, which captures a local employment share 1.4 times greater than the broader region. Conversely, health care & social assistance accounts for an under-represented 10.5% of the local workforce, trailing Greater Melbourne's 14.2%. Recording 1.4 jobs for every local resident at the Census, the locality operates as an employment center that imports workers from neighboring communities. Analysis of SALM and ABS data, which has been combined from larger statistical areas, shows that employment grew by 9.3% while the labour force expanded by 9.1% over the 12 months to March 2026, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. This trend differs from Greater Melbourne, where employment grew by 2.1%, the labour force increased by 2.3%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional context for potential future demand in Williamstown North. These projections, which span five and ten-year periods, have been overlaid onto the local employment profile to estimate growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the pace of expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Williamstown North's employment composition, local employment is expected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, though it should be noted that this is a basic weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections.
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Median household income in Williamstown North is $2,166 a week (about $113,000 a year), with median personal income at $963 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,811 a year against an average of $93,841. The average runs 54% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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Aggregated ATO postcode data from AreaSearch shows median taxpayer earnings of $60,811 and an average of $93,841 across the suburb of Williamstown North for financial year 2023. These earnings sit well above national standards, surpassing Greater Melbourne's median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Factoring in 9.62% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023, updated figures for March 2026 stand at roughly $66,661 (median) and $102,869 (average). Personal, family, and household earnings at the 2021 Census placed the suburb in the 75th to 76th percentiles nationally. Weekly earnings between $1,500 - 2,999 form the largest bracket, covering 27.7% of residents (627 people), compared to 32.8% regionally.
Furthermore, 35.3% of earners make over $3,000 per week, reinforcing strong purchasing power. While housing commitments absorb 16.4% of income, disposable earnings remain in the 75th percentile, aligning with a SEIFA income placement in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Williamstown North had 656 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 39% detached houses and 19% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 38% rented and 25% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,383 a month, a total housing cost higher than 83% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 18.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential stock in Williamstown North at the latest Census was split between houses at 38.9% and semi-detached, apartment, or other dwelling types at 61.1%, contrasting with Melbourne metro where houses constituted 67.9% and alternative formats 32.1%. Outright home ownership trailed metropolitan levels at 25.3%, with 37.1% carrying a mortgage and 37.6% renting. Monthly mortgage commitments stood at a median of $2,383, exceeding the Melbourne metro benchmark of $2,000, while median weekly rent was $400 compared to $390 across the wider metro area. Compared to Australian benchmarks, local monthly repayments substantially exceed the $1,863 national median, and rents top the nationwide $375 figure.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Williamstown North counted 656 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 916 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 29% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 34% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the majority of living arrangements at 62.8%, broken down into couples with offspring (29.4%), childless couples (23.9%), and single parent households (9.7%). Non-family dwellings make up the other 37.2%, predominantly featuring single-person households at 33.6% alongside group living arrangements at 2.9%. The median household size of 2.3 people sits below Greater Melbourne's 2.6 benchmark.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
35.9% of adults in Williamstown North hold a university qualification, including 22.7% with a bachelor degree and 9.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 16.9% hold a vocational qualification. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census.
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Higher learning outcomes are a defining characteristic locally, with university qualification levels among residents aged 15+ reaching 35.9%, outstripping the SA4 region (32.0%) and the broader Australian average of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees form the largest segment at 22.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 9.6% and graduate diplomas at 3.6%. Vocational education is also widespread, held by 29.1% of residents aged 15+, comprising certificates (16.9%) and advanced diplomas (12.2%). Formal study engagement is substantial, with 27.2% of the local population currently enrolled in education. Within this cohort, 8.7% attend secondary school, 6.4% are in tertiary programs, and 5.6% are enrolled in primary schooling.
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Public transport in Williamstown North reaches 6 stops on 1 route, timetabled for about 200 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.1 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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A network of 6 transit stops operates across the suburb of Williamstown North, offering bus connectivity across 1 dedicated route that delivers 195 trips weekly. Transit proximity is solid, with properties sitting an average of 214 meters from the nearest stop. With outward commuting typical for this residential area, private vehicles serve as the main travel mode at 82%, alongside rail transit at 10%. Average vehicle holdings stand at 1.1 per household, tracking below regional levels. Furthermore, working from home was reported by 41.2% of the workforce at the 2021 Census, subject to pandemic conditions.
Public transport operations provide an average frequency of 27 services daily across the network, translating to roughly 32 weekly services per individual stop.
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67.3% of residents in Williamstown North report no long-term health condition. 8.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 63.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.4 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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Mortality and chronic disease analyses by AreaSearch show health patterns in Williamstown North aligning closely with nationwide figures, displaying standard condition prevalence among the general population but higher incidence across mature demographics, alongside exceptional private health insurance uptake covering approximately 64% of residents (1,443 people). By comparison, coverage averages 56.7% across Greater Melbourne and 55.7% nationally. Asthma and mental health conditions represent the most common diagnosed ailments, impacting 8.3% and 9.9% of residents respectively, whereas 67.3% report having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% regionally. Chronic ailments track higher among working-age individuals.
Residents aged 65 and over comprise 18.7% of the locality (423 people), exceeding the 15.1% share recorded across Greater Melbourne, with senior health indicators presenting certain difficulties despite comparing favorably to broader national metrics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
26.6% of Williamstown North residents were born overseas and 16.9% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (24.9%) and Australian (23.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Williamstown North exceeds most comparable areas, with 26.6% of residents born abroad and 16.9% using a language other than English in the home. Christianity represents the leading faith, adhered to by 44.7% of residents. Judaism displays a distinctive local presence at 0.3% of the community, relative to 1.0% in Greater Melbourne. Regarding parental country of birth, the primary ancestries reported are English at 24.9%, Australian at 23.0%, and Irish at 9.0%. Variations also appear across other cultural heritages, including Maltese at 1.2% (against 1.1% regionally), Polish at 1.0% (against 0.8%), and Macedonian at 0.8% (against 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Williamstown North is 42. 29.2% 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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An established, mature demographic footprint defines the suburb of Williamstown North. As of August 2026 estimates, mature adults and early retirees aged 45 - 64 account for 29.8% of the populace, compared to 22.3% in Greater Melbourne, while the 0 - 24 youth cohort represents 24.1% versus 30.5% regionally. The estimated median age stands at 42, matching the 2021 Census reading and sitting 5 years above the Greater Melbourne median of 37 recorded during that Census. Post-Census shifts saw the 0 - 24 demographic drop from 26.2% to an estimated 24.1%, with children aged 5 to 14 decreasing from 8.5% to an estimated 5.4%, while the 15 to 24 group expanded from 12.6% to 15.2% as established households age in place.
Retiree and senior cohorts (65+) are projected to drive future growth to 2041, increasing by 276 individuals (65%) to reach a total of 699.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Williamstown North
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 | Aug 2026 2 months ago all 4 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 358 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (1,622 at the 2021 Census → 2,264 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 (SAL22793). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.