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Woodvale (WA) has an estimated 10,315 residents, up from 9,579 at the 2021 Census — a change of 736 people, or 7.7%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 76.0% of that increase. That puts 1,402 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 demographic releases alongside post-Census validated address counts, the suburb of Woodvale (WA) is estimated to have reached approximately 10,315 residents as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 736 people (7.7%) compared with the 9,579 people recorded at the 2021 Census. Such growth is calculated from an estimated baseline of 10,293 residents derived from the ABS ERP release in June 2025, combined with 28 validated new addresses confirmed following the Census. The suburb's density stands at 1,401 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical nationwide benchmark across locations reviewed by AreaSearch.
With post-Census growth at 7.7%, the locality sits within 1.8 percentage points of the 9.5% Australian benchmark, showing resilient demographic momentum. Inbound overseas migration formed the primary catalyst, generating roughly 76.0% of overall population additions in recent times. Projections for the suburb of Woodvale (WA) incorporate the 2024 ABS/Geoscience Australia SA2 modeling built from a 2022 base year. For uncovered SA2 zones and periods extending past 2032, figures apply cohort growth metrics from the ABS Greater Capital Region projections (issued in 2023 utilizing 2022 data). Long-term demographic forecasts anticipate a trajectory marginally under the nationwide median, with the locality projected to add 1,129 persons by 2041 across aggregated SA2 modeling, corresponding to an overall 16-year increase of 10.7%.
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139 new dwellings have been approved in Woodvale (WA) over the past five years, an average of 27 a year. That is 1.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 4, 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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Statistical area building consent metrics reviewed by AreaSearch reveal that Woodvale records roughly 27 approved residential dwellings annually, culminating in approximately 139 dwellings across the preceding 5 financial years. Within FY-25 to date, 4 approvals have been lodged. Between FY-21 and FY-25, an average of 8.8 new residents arrived per completed residence over the past 5 financial years, meaning demographic requirements heavily outstrip incoming housing completions, a condition that typically elevates property values and sharpens buyer competition. Mean residential construction values stand at $358,000, aligning with regional averages. Concurrently, commercial consents total $1.5 million in the current financial year, underscoring the dominant residential focus of the locality.
Dwelling construction within Woodvale lags substantially behind Greater Perth benchmarks, recording 55.0% below regional average per person. Constrained supply additions of this nature frequently bolster buyer demand and pricing for established residences. Building volumes also trail the broader Australian benchmark, reflecting the suburb's established footprint and potential zoning constraints. Furthermore, recent development consists entirely of detached houses, maintaining the suburban profile and catering to purchasers prioritizing space. Recording around 933 people per approval, the locality illustrates the profile of a fully established market. Projections indicate Woodvale will expand by 1,107 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. If prevailing construction volumes persist, housing completions could lag population gains, thereby intensifying buyer demand and underpinning price appreciation.
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Development applications around Woodvale (WA)
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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 Woodvale (WA), worth an estimated $236 million. A further 26 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $2.89 billion. 4 are already under construction and 6 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and sports & recreation. 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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Major infrastructure developments and planning projects significantly influence local community growth. AreaSearch has highlighted 15 projects with potential local relevance. Prominent works include Allara Estate Stage 20-24, Mixed-use Commercial Centre Development, Woodvale, Mixed-use Commercial Centre Development, Woodvale, and Heathridge Park Masterplan, with key initiatives outlined below.
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Mixed-use Commercial Centre Development, Woodvale
Development approval has been granted under the Part 11B Significant Development pathway for the Woodvale Corner commercial centre at the corner of Wanneroo Road and Woodvale Drive. The approved proposal includes a supermarket, self-lock storage warehouse, caravan storage parking, bulky goods showrooms, a childcare centre, gym, service station, fast food outlets and associated parking, subject to conditions including plan modifications and road/access arrangements.
Allara Estate Stage 20-24
Ongoing stages of the master-planned Allara community directly north of Madeley, delivering family-sized lots, new display village and future local parks.
Mixed-use Commercial Centre Development, Woodvale
Woodvale Corner is a proposed $35 million mixed-use retail and commercial centre at the corner of Wanneroo Road and Woodvale Drive. The application proposed a supermarket, self-storage warehouse, caravan storage parking, bulky goods showrooms, childcare centre, gym, service station, fast-food outlets and associated parking. The Western Australian Planning Commission's Statutory Planning Committee refused the development application on 10 December 2025, so the proposal is not approved to proceed unless a fresh or amended pathway is pursued.
Chichester Park Skate Facility
Design and construction of a new community skate facility and associated park upgrades at Chichester Park. The City of Joondalup awarded the design and construction contract to Convic Pty Ltd in November 2025 for 422641 AUD ex GST. Construction commenced in July 2026 as part of an approximately 800000 AUD park upgrade including a beginner skate facility, renewed play space, basketball and netball pad upgrades, shelters, landscaping, pathways and park furniture.
Duffy House Activation Project
Adaptive reuse and commercial activation of the State Heritage-listed Duffy House. The City of Joondalup is progressing restoration, land transfer and selection of a commercial operator following the Expression of Interest process. As of 2025, evaluation of submissions has taken longer than expected, with Council scheduled to receive the EOI outcome before tenure negotiations commence. Proposed uses include a cafe, restaurant, wine bar, gallery, studio, museum or other heritage-based community destination.
Chichester Park Community Sporting Facility Redevelopment
A $5.6 million redevelopment of the Chichester Park community sporting facility, completed in 2023. The two-storey facility features a medium-sized meeting room, four change rooms designed to better cater for female users, a referees change room, first aid room, modern kitchen, upgraded toilets, and storage areas. The project also included additional parking bays (57 total), a new barbecue and picnic area, underground drainage for the southern playing field, and enhanced accessibility features. The facility serves five sporting clubs including Kingsley Westside, Woodvale and WA Christian Football Association soccer clubs, plus Kingsley Woodvale Cricket and Junior Cricket clubs, with over 1,800 members.The park also features two active playing fields, floodlighting, an 18-basket disc golf course, and playground facilities.
Arbella Estate
Boutique residential community of 300+ lots with premium parks, playgrounds and landscaped entry statements, close to future schools and retail.
Edgewater Quarry Redevelopment
Proposed redevelopment of former quarry site into residential community with parklands, wetlands, and recreational facilities. Includes environmental rehabilitation and creation of sustainable housing with community amenities. Draft concept plan was not supported by community consultation and project is under review for alternative development options.
6,208 residents of Woodvale (WA) are employed, from a labour force of 6,307. Unemployment sits at 1.6%, with participation at 73.1%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 8,079, about 78% 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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Woodvale maintains a highly qualified resident labour force with robust participation across essential services, a minimal unemployment rate of 1.6%, and an estimated 3.8% annual rise in workforce numbers, based on aggregated statistical area data from AreaSearch. By March 2026, employed locals numbered 6,208. The jobless figure sits 2.6% beneath the 4.2% recorded for Greater Perth, while local participation reaches 73.1%, surpassing the 69.9% regional level. Census records show that a modest 9.8% of employed persons worked from home, though historical Covid-19 restrictions provide relevant context. Resident employment centers primarily around health care & social assistance, education & training, along with construction.
Education & training exhibits exceptional concentration, recording staffing levels 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, mining accounts for 5.4% of working residents, underperforming the broader regional average of 7.0%. Local business employment remains comparatively restricted within this predominantly residential area, as highlighted by Census comparisons between resident and local workplace counts. Analysis of SALM and ABS data, drawn from larger statistical regions, indicates that over the twelve months leading to March 2026, employment rose by 3.8% and the labour force also grew by 3.8%, which kept the unemployment rate fairly unchanged. Greater Perth, on the other hand, saw employment grow by 2.0% and the labour force grow by 2.5%, resulting in a 0.4 percentage point increase in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional context regarding future demand in Woodvale. These projections span five and ten year periods and have been overlaid onto local employment data to estimate future growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific growth rates are applied to Woodvale's current employment composition, local employment is expected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. This estimate relies on a straightforward weighting method for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate localized population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Woodvale (WA) is $2,339 a week (about $122,000 a year), with median personal income at $901 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $60,501 a year against an average of $77,872. 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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ATO postcode-level taxation data for financial year 2023 compiled by AreaSearch indicates Woodvale taxpayers generated a median income of $60,501 and an average of $77,872. These results exceed national standards, compared against $60,748 median and $80,248 average across Greater Perth. Applying the 10.93% Wage Price Index increase recorded since financial year 2023 elevates March 2026 estimates to roughly $67,114 for median and $86,383 for average earnings. The 2021 Census positioned local household income at the 85th percentile ($2,339 weekly). In terms of brackets, 30.4% of residents (3,135 individuals) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the regional proportion of 32.0%.
Affluence is pronounced, with 36.6% reporting weekly earnings above $3,000, which sustains high-end commercial services. Residents retain 88.0% of earnings following housing expenses, indicating substantial disposable capacity and placing the suburb in the 8th decile for SEIFA income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Woodvale (WA) had 3,386 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 93% detached houses and 0% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 10% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $480 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 20.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, residential dwellings in Woodvale consisted of 92.5% houses and 7.4% other dwellings (incorporating apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings), contrasted with 77.8% houses and 22.1% other dwellings across the Perth metro area. Outright home ownership stood at 43.3%, substantially outpacing metropolitan levels, while mortgaged residences accounted for 47.0% and rental properties 9.7%. Typical monthly mortgage payments reached $2,167 against the Perth metro figure of $1,907, while median weekly rent was $480 compared to $350 regionally. Nationally, local monthly repayments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents surpass the nationwide standard of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Woodvale (WA) counted 3,386 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,646 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 43% are couples with children, more than in 85% of areas nationally, against 31% couples without children. 15% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the vast majority of local households at 84.0%, consisting of 42.6% couples with children, 31.1% couples without children, and 9.8% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements represent the balance of 16.0%, with single-occupant homes making up 15.0% and group households comprising 1.0%. The typical household size is 2.8 people, higher than the Greater Perth benchmark of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
28.1% of adults in Woodvale (WA) hold a university qualification, including 19.7% with a bachelor degree and 5.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 76% of areas nationally. A further 23.9% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 2,506 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,079 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 degree attainment in Woodvale stands at 28.1%, sitting just under the nationwide rate of 30.4% while reflecting solid academic standards. Bachelor degrees constitute 19.7% of qualifications, supplemented by postgraduate qualifications (5.0%) and graduate diplomas (3.4%). Vocational and technical training is widely held, with 36.6% of people aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, including advanced diplomas (12.7%) and certificates (23.9%). Formal learning engagement is substantial, with 28.1% of the population participating in studies. Primary schooling accounts for 9.8%, secondary schooling comprises 9.1%, and tertiary education represents 4.9% of local residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Woodvale (WA) reaches 55 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 1,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.8 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 transit infrastructure in Woodvale includes 55 active stops primarily focused on bus services, operated via 11 separate routes that generate 1,871 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is highly rated, with locals residing an average of 199 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential profile, commuting is largely outbound, dominated by private vehicle use at 80% alongside train travel at 14%. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.8 per dwelling, exceeding the regional average, while 9.8% worked from home at the 2021 Census under prevailing COVID-19 settings. Transit services deliver an average of 267 trips daily across all network routes, translating to roughly 34 weekly trips per transit stop.
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72.4% of residents in Woodvale (WA) report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 88% of areas nationally. 3.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.0 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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Analysis of mortality statistics and chronic disease occurrences by AreaSearch shows excellent health metrics throughout Woodvale, characterized by minimal incidences of common medical ailments across all demographics, alongside an extensive private health insurance uptake of roughly 58% of the total population (~5,994 people). Arthritis and mental health issues represent the primary chronic diagnoses in the locality, recorded at 7.8 and 6.9% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 72.4% of the population reported being free from long-term ailments, outperforming the 71.9% regional rate across Greater Perth. The working-age population displays strong health profiles with minimal chronic illness.
Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 22.6% of residents (2,331 people), above the 15.9% proportion in Greater Perth, with older residents maintaining robust health outcomes comparable to national population standards.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
38.3% of Woodvale (WA) residents were born overseas and 11.4% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (34.1%) and Australian (21.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Woodvale surpasses most local markets, with 11.4% using a non-English language at home and 38.3% born outside Australia. Christianity represents the leading religious affiliation at 49.9% of the local population. Meanwhile, Judaism shows a distinctive local presence at 0.1% compared to 0.3% across Greater Perth. Examining parental country of birth, the primary ancestries in Woodvale are English at 34.1% (substantially higher than the 28.0% Greater Perth benchmark), Australian at 21.7%, and Irish at 9.0%. Other distinct community representations include South Australian at 1.9% (compared to 1.0% regionally), Welsh at 1.0% (vs 0.7%), and Polish at 1.0% (vs 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Woodvale (WA) is 43. 22.3% 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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Demographics in the suburb of Woodvale (WA) are weighted toward mature age groups. Based on updates to August 2026, retiree and elderly cohorts (65+) represent 22.6% of the population compared to 15.9% across Greater Perth, while young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) comprise 20.1% against 30.9% regionally. The estimated median age is 43, unchanged from the 2021 Census, positioned 6 years above Greater Perth's Census figure of 37 and higher than the national median of 38 from the same Census. Since the Census, the most significant shift occurred in retiree and elderly cohorts, rising from 17.7% to 22.6%.
Moving toward 2041, the largest demographic increase is projected for retiree and elderly cohorts, expanding by 1,291 residents (55%) to 3,622, whereas cohorts of children and young adults along with young to middle aged adults are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Woodvale (WA)
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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 last month 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 last month headline measures · Jun 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 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 Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 28 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (9,579 at the 2021 Census → 10,315 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 (SAL51641). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.