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West Hobart has an estimated 6,415 residents. That puts 1,772 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 the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of West Hobart stands at approximately 6,415 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 18 residents (0.3%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,397 individuals. This shift is derived from the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 6,415 alongside 9 validated new addresses registered since the census. The population density reaches 1,772 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure for national locations analyzed by AreaSearch. The post-census expansion of 0.3% places West Hobart within 1.5 percentage points of the wider SA3 area (1.8%), indicating competitive local growth drivers.
This upward population trend was chiefly generated by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 87.8% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes the 2024 population projections from the ABS/Geoscience Australia, which use 2022 as their baseline year. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, and to project age bracket distributions beyond 2032, the 2022 release of the Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections (using a 2021 baseline) is applied, adjusted via weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 scale. Future projections point to population gains slightly under the national median, with the locality projected to grow by 467 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP data, representing a total increase of 7.3% over the 16-year timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
40 new dwellings have been approved in West Hobart over the past five years, an average of 8 a year. That is 1.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 22, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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West Hobart has seen an average of approximately 8 residential dwelling approvals annually, with 40 dwellings approved during the 5 financial years spanning FY-21 to FY-25, and 21 approvals recorded so far during FY-26. Amidst recent population declines, new additions have likely kept pace with demand to provide sufficient options for buyers, with new residential projects averaging a construction cost of $425,000, indicating a developer focus on high-end, premium builds. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $7.6 million this financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the neighborhood. Compared to Greater Hobart, West Hobart displays significantly lower construction volumes, sitting 55.0% below the regional per capita average.
This limited additions pipeline typically supports demand and valuations for the existing housing stock. Construction rates are also lower than the national average, reflecting a mature market environment and potential development barriers. Recent building approvals consist of 86.0% detached houses and 14.0% medium and high-density options, maintaining a suburban profile dominated by family residences for buyers prioritizing space. The ratio of roughly 3529 people per single dwelling approval highlights a highly established market. Forecasts indicate that West Hobart will add 467 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly figures from AreaSearch. Given the current pace of construction, housing supply may lag behind this population growth, which could increase buyer competition and push home prices upward.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
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SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 2 current infrastructure and development projects inside West Hobart, worth an estimated $2 million. A further 68 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $7.68 billion. 21 are already under construction and 20 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development 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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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development initiatives are major factors in local performance. AreaSearch has identified 11 projects expected to influence the local area. Key developments include the Greater Hobart Urban Growth Boundary Extension, the Royal Hobart Hospital Emergency Department Expansion, the Royal Hobart Hospital Pharmacy Redevelopment, and the Hobart City Deal, with the primary projects outlined below.
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Royal Hobart Hospital Emergency Department Expansion
Construction is underway on the Royal Hobart Hospital Emergency Department Expansion. The project is part of the broader Stage 2 RHH Redevelopment and will expand and modernise emergency care facilities, including new treatment points, paediatric and mental health waiting areas, imaging capacity, procedure rooms and staged temporary access arrangements so the hospital can continue operating during works. Phase 1 was completed in 2023, while Phase 2 includes temporary ED access from Argyle Street before works shift to the Liverpool Street side of the hospital in mid-2026.Works are expected to continue until early 2028.
Masonic Lodge Hotel Conversion
Adaptive reuse and expansion of the historic 1930s Hobart Masonic Hall. The project involves a seven-storey addition above the existing Stripped Classical style building to create a 51-room hotel. The design preserves the heritage facade and internal halls while adding five levels of accommodation and a rooftop bar. Structural columns will be installed at ground level encroaching onto adjoining titles to support the new upper levels.
Hobart City Deal
A 10-year partnership (2019-2029) between the Australian and Tasmanian Governments and the Clarence, Glenorchy, Hobart and Kingborough councils to deliver coordinated investments across Greater Hobart. Key programs include the New Bridgewater Bridge, the Northern Suburbs Transit Corridor, Southern Projects transport upgrades, airport border services, Antarctic and Science Precinct at Macquarie Point, affordable housing and urban renewal, and smart city initiatives including a digital twin and smart precincts strategy.
In The Hanging Garden Cultural Precinct
A $300 million mixed-use cultural and urban renewal precinct spanning nearly an entire city block (Murray, Liverpool, Bathurst and Watchorn streets) in Hobart's CBD. Stage 1 - a nine-storey mixed-use office/retail building at 25 Watchorn St designed by Fender Katsalidis - received City of Hobart approval and demolition/construction works are underway. The broader masterplan includes a hotel (180+ keys), upgraded Odeon Theatre, Wellington House conversion (rooftop bar, restaurant, hi-fi bar), residential apartments, hospitality, co-working and performance spaces.Heritage buildings including the Odeon Theatre, Tattersalls Hotel and Wellington House are retained and adapted. Delivered by Riverlee and DarkLab (a MONA subsidiary), with the Stage 1 commercial building a joint venture with Quintessential Equity.
Lumina Function Centre - The Tasman Hotel
Lumina is a purpose-built, column-free function centre being added to The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel by Marriott, within the Parliament Square precinct in Hobart. Designed by fjcstudio and constructed by SHAPE Tasmania for JGS Property, the venue features a clear-span event space finished in mass-engineered Tasmanian Plantation Oak timber. Lumina will accommodate up to 220 guests for cocktail receptions, 200 banquet-style, or 150 cabaret-style, and will operate in synergy with the hotel's Peppina Restaurant and Deco Lounge.Completion is expected mid-2026, supporting an estimated 187 Tasmanian jobs during construction.
Macquarie Wharf Redevelopment (Hobart Port Precinct Capacity Improvements)
TasPorts is delivering a staged redevelopment of Hobart's Macquarie Wharves to modernise critical port infrastructure supporting Antarctic research, cruise, trade and logistics. Stage 1 involves demolishing and rebuilding Macquarie Wharf 6 with a new fit-for-purpose structure, shore power, and dedicated berthing for RSV Nuyina as the permanent home of Australia's Antarctic research vessel. Construction contract was awarded to the Hazell Brady joint venture (Hazell Bros Group and Brady Marine and Civil) in December 2025, with early works and geotechnical surveys underway ahead of demolition.Stage 1 practical completion is targeted for August 2028. Subsequent stages will upgrade Macquarie Wharves 4 and 5 to expand cruise and export capacity.
Transforming Collins Street
Two year tactical trial to reshape a 700 m stretch of Collins Street with separated bike lanes, a zebra crossing, lower speed limits, street planting and a new streetside dining area, improving safety and access for people walking and riding while supporting nearby businesses.
Macquarie Point Stadium
A $1.13 billion multipurpose stadium featuring a 23,000-seat capacity and a world-first fixed translucent ETFE dome roof. The project received final parliamentary approval in December 2025 and is part of a broader masterplan released in April 2026, which includes a Residential Foreshore Development with approximately 100 dwellings. While initial stages target a 2029 opening, recent updates suggest 2031 is the realistic date for hosting fixtures. The site will serve as the home for the Tasmania Devils AFL team and the Hobart Hurricanes.
3,861 residents of West Hobart are employed, from a labour force of 3,953. Unemployment sits at 2.3%, with participation at 70.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,861, about 76% 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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The local workforce in West Hobart is highly educated, featuring a strong concentration of professional services, a low unemployment rate of 2.3%, and consistent employment levels over the prior year. In March 2026, 3,861 local residents were employed, while the unemployment rate sat 2.1% lower than the Greater Hobart rate of 4.4%. Workforce participation was exceptionally high at 70.1%, compared to 63.8% in Greater Hobart. According to census data, a modest 12.7% of the workforce worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lock-downs. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety.
The workforce shows a pronounced concentration in the professional & technical sector, with employment shares 1.7 times the regional average. Conversely, construction jobs are underrepresented at 3.8% of the workforce, compared to the regional benchmark of 8.7%. The local area itself offers limited employment opportunities relative to the resident population, reflecting its mainly residential layout. AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics shows that in the year leading to March 2026, the local labor force expanded by 0.1% while total employment fell by 0.1%, causing the unemployment rate to rise by 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Hobart experienced a 0.1% drop in employment, a 0.2% expansion in the labor force, and a 0.3 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia as of May-25 offer additional context on future local demand. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future employment trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary by industry. Applying these national projections to the local employment structure suggest West Hobart's workforce could grow by 7.0% over five years and 14.4% over ten years, assuming a basic weighted extrapolation that does not account for localized population changes.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in West Hobart is $1,994 a week (about $104,000 a year), with median personal income at $995 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,609 a year against an average of $74,737. 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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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics from the 2023 financial year show that incomes in the West Hobart SA2 are very high on a national scale, with a median of $56,609 and an average of $74,737. This compares to a median of $54,577 and an average of $65,190 in Greater Hobart. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since the 2023 financial year, these figures translate to current estimates of $62,808 for median income and $82,921 for average income as of March 2026. The 2021 Census shows that household, family, and individual incomes in the area sit around the 71st percentile nationally.
Looking at income brackets, the cohort earning between $1,500 - 2,999 comprises 30.7% of the local population (1,969 people), mirroring the wider metropolitan area where this group represents 32.2%. After accounting for housing costs, residents retain 86.2% of their income for other living expenses, placing the area in the 8th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
West Hobart had 2,616 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 76% detached houses and 17% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,950 a month. Rent absorbs 20.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in West Hobart consisted of 76.2% standalone houses and 23.8% alternative dwellings (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and other configurations), compared to 85.3% houses and 14.7% alternative housing styles across metropolitan Hobart. Home ownership rates in West Hobart matched the wider metropolitan average at 34.8%, with the remaining properties being held under mortgages (29.8%) or occupied by renters (35.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,950 sat well above the metropolitan Hobart average of $1,517, while the median weekly rent was $400 compared to the regional figure of $350.
Nationally, mortgage costs in West Hobart exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels are above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
West Hobart counted 2,616 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 28% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the majority of homes at 62.0%, consisting of couples with children (24.2%), couples without children (28.2%), and single parents (8.5%). Non-family households constitute the remaining 38.0%, with single-person households representing 29.1% and group households making up 8.8%. The median household size of 2.3 individuals is slightly lower than the Greater Hobart average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
55.4% of adults in West Hobart hold a university qualification, including 32.2% with a bachelor degree and 17.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 86% of areas nationally. A further 11.5% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 627 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,130 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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Residents of West Hobart demonstrate high levels of educational attainment, with 55.4% of those aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 25.5% across TAS and 30.4% nationwide. This educational profile positions the community well for professional opportunities. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 32.2%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 17.4% and graduate diplomas at 5.8%. Vocational qualifications are held by 20.1% of residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas (8.6%) and certificates (11.5%). Participation in education is high, with 30.0% of local residents enrolled in an educational program.
This includes 9.1% attending tertiary institutions, 8.3% in primary schools, and 7.3% in secondary schools.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in West Hobart reaches 26 stops on 74 routes, timetabled for about 7,700 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. 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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Public transit options in West Hobart include 26 active bus stops. These stops connect to 74 distinct routes, delivering 7,725 passenger journeys per week. Access to transit is rated as excellent, with residents living an average of 194 meters from their nearest stop. Most workers commute outside the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 59%, followed by walking at 31% and cycling at 4%. The average rate of vehicle ownership is 1.1 per household, which sits below the regional average. A relatively low 12.7% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Transit service frequency averages 1,103 trips daily across all active routes, which equates to roughly 297 departures per week at each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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68.5% of residents in West Hobart report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 81% of areas nationally. 3.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.9 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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AreaSearch evaluations of mortality rates and chronic illness indicators point to excellent health profiles across West Hobart, characterized by low rates of common medical conditions across all age cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, held by approximately 56% of the population (~3,598 people), compared to 51.7% in Greater Hobart. The most prevalent health issues recorded among residents were mental health conditions (10.5%) and arthritis (8.0%), while 68.5% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 65.5% across Greater Hobart. Health status among working-age individuals matches national averages. Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.0% of the population (1,220 people), slightly below the Greater Hobart average of 20.0%.
Health outcomes for older residents are strong, with national rankings aligning with those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
West Hobart is largely Australian-born, at 76.5% of residents, with 14.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (29.5%) and Australian (23.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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West Hobart ranks above the national average for cultural diversity, with 23.5% of the population born outside Australia and 14.2% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 26.5% of local residents. The most notable statistical variance was in the Other category, which accounted for 1.1% of residents, matching the 1.1% rate recorded across Greater Hobart. In terms of parental heritage, the three largest ancestry groups in West Hobart are English (29.5%), Australian (23.3%), and Irish (10.6%). There are also notable differences in the representation of other ethnic backgrounds, with Polish heritage overrepresented at 1.2% (compared to 0.8% regionally), Welsh at 0.8% (compared to 0.5% regionally), and Dutch at 1.8% (compared to 1.5% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of West Hobart is 38. 30.1% 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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With a median age of 38, West Hobart is close to the Greater Hobart median of 39 and matches the national average of 38. Compared to the wider metropolitan area, there is a high concentration of residents aged 25 to 34 (17.8%) and a lower proportion of children aged 5 to 14 (8.8%). Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age bracket has risen from 12.3% to 14.6% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 4.5% to 6.1%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.9% to 12.3%, and the 25 to 34 group dropped from 19.2% to 17.8%.
Projections suggest the age structure will shift by 2041, with the 45 to 54 demographic expected to grow by 276 people (35%) from 790 to 1,067, while the 25 to 34 and 35 to 44 age groups are expected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for West Hobart
8 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 SA2 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 8 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year ago all 2 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2025. | ||
| 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 — 9 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,397 at the 2021 Census → 6,415 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (601051033). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.