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Altona North has an estimated 16,733 residents, up from 14,931 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,802 people, or 12.1%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years, faster than 77% of areas nationally. 649 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 44.2% of that increase. That puts 1,034 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 research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident count of Altona North reaches approximately 16,733 as of Aug 2026. Compared to the 14,931 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this demonstrates an expansion of 1,802 people (12.1%). This updated total draws on the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population figure of 16,538 alongside 649 validated new addresses tracked post-Census. Consequently, population density stands at 1,034 persons per square kilometer, aligning closely with broader benchmarks evaluated across AreaSearch locations. Altona North outpaced both broader Victoria and its wider SA3 area (6.9%) with its 12.1% post-2021 Census rise, establishing its position as a regional growth frontrunner.
While net overseas migration and natural increase both contributed positively, interstate arrivals served as the primary growth catalyst, generating roughly 44.2% of recent population additions. Projections published by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 (anchored to 2022) serve as the foundation for AreaSearch's SA2 figures. Where SA2 coverage is unavailable from this release, VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections from 2023 are integrated via a weighted aggregation framework converting LGA figures down to SA2 boundaries. Age-bracket expansion rates derived from these aggregations are subsequently projected across all geographies for 2032 through 2041. Over the longer horizon, demographic models place the area within the highest quartile nationally for population expansion, projecting an addition of 4,701 persons by 2041 according to recent annual ERP baselines, which represents a 26.7% cumulative rise across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,059 new dwellings have been approved in Altona North over the past five years, an average of 211 a year. That places the area in the 81st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 13 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 212 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 19% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Dwelling approvals in Altona North have tracked at an annual mean of roughly 211, accumulating to 1,059 homes across the preceding 5 financial years. Balanced local market dynamics were evident between FY-22 and FY-26, when population growth averaged 1 people per year for every completed residence across the past 5 financial years; however, this ratio climbed to 3.2 people per dwelling across the latest 2 financial years, highlighting heightened buyer interest alongside emerging capacity pressures. Average construction costs stand at $411,000 per dwelling, matching typical regional investment levels. Furthermore, commercial building approvals reached $171.3 million during this financial year, underscoring substantial commercial development momentum.
On a per-capita basis, Altona North exceeds Greater Melbourne by 64.0% in construction activity, offering a wider selection for buyers despite a recent deceleration in building volumes. This metric also substantially exceeds nationwide figures, highlighting strong builder interest across the suburb. Recent residential building permits comprise 81.0% medium and high-density housing alongside 19.0% detached houses. This emphasis on higher-density configurations creates accessible entry points for first-time purchasers, investors, and downsizers. It also represents a substantial shift from the existing housing stock (which stands at 67.0% houses), reflecting rising land constraints while catering to evolving lifestyle choices and buyer budgets. An intensity of approximately 99 people per approval indicates an active urban transformation precinct. According to current AreaSearch quarterly figures, demographic modeling projects Altona North to welcome 4,461 residents through to 2041. Given prevailing construction pipelines, residential completions appear well-positioned to satisfy this demand profile, maintaining favourable buyer conditions while potentially unlocking demographic gains above existing baseline forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Altona North
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 16 current infrastructure and development projects inside Altona North, worth an estimated $3.14 billion. A further 157 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $137 billion. 48 are already under construction and 48 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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Strategic civic enhancements, major development schemes, and public works programs exert a substantial influence on local growth trajectories. AreaSearch has recorded 29 active or proposed initiatives positioned to impact the locality. Prominent undertakings include the Altona North Strategic Site, The Fabric Altona North, Spotswood Yards Precinct, and the Mobil Melbourne Terminal Conversion, with key projects summarized below.
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Stockland Haven
Boutique masterplanned townhome community by Stockland comprising 289 two, three and four bedroom homes designed by SJB Architects on a 6.3 hectare site. Located in Altona North, 11km from Melbourne CBD, with freehold titles and no body corporate fees. Anchored by a 4,000 sqm central park and pocket parks, with sustainability features including double glazing, rainwater capture and solar. As of mid-2026 the project is in its final stages of sale, with a mix of completed and under-construction homes remaining.
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.
The Fabric Altona North
The Fabric Altona North is a masterplanned sustainable community by Mirvac on an 11.4-hectare former industrial site, delivering over 550 townhomes and future mid-rise apartments. All homes achieve a minimum 7-star NatHERS rating, net-zero energy design with rooftop solar panels, and Livable Housing Australia Silver Certification. Features more than 3.15ha of public open space including Patchwork Park and The Lawn active park. Construction is ongoing in multiple stages with residents settled, and full completion expected by FY2029.
Altona North Strategic Site
The 67 hectare Altona North Strategic Site (Precinct 15) is transforming a former industrial area into a mixed-use urban renewal precinct. The master plan will deliver around 3,000 dwellings for approximately 7,000 residents, 8.9 hectares of open space, a community hub, local retail, and affordable housing. Construction is well advanced across multiple landholdings, with Mirvac's The Fabric progressing through staged delivery and Stockland's Haven continuing townhouse releases. The Lawn central park is open and additional parks, streets and community infrastructure continue to be delivered.
8-14 Burns Road Redevelopment
Gateway Capital is undertaking a long-term redevelopment of a 2.27ha industrial site into an institutional-grade last-mile logistics facility[cite: 1]. The site currently operates with hardstand and a 1,181sqm workshop generating holding income during planning[cite: 1]. It features direct arterial connectivity to the West Gate Freeway, Princes Freeway, and Western Ring Road[cite: 1].
Stockland Haven
Boutique Stockland masterplanned townhome community in Altona North, approximately 11km from the Melbourne CBD. Haven comprises 289 freehold 2, 3 and 4 bedroom townhomes designed by SJB Architects and built by Glenvill, arranged across 13 townhome styles including The Rupert, Flynn, Roxy and Rosa. The community is centred on a central park with playground and a network of pocket parks, with no body corporate fees. Sales are active with completed and move-in ready homes alongside off-the-plan releases, and townhomes are currently listed from AUD 849,000.
Green Streets Program
Ongoing Hobsons Bay City Council initiative to green residential streets through urban design, community collaboration, and large-scale tree planting. The program sits under the council's Urban Forest Strategy, which targets 30 percent tree canopy cover across the municipality by 2040. More than 30,000 advanced trees have been planted since the strategy was adopted, with the 2026 program alone including over 2,000 new trees across streets, parks, and reserves. Green Streets specifically identifies and redesigns residential streets to incorporate expanded tree canopy, passive stormwater filtration, improved walking and cycling outcomes, and understorey planting to boost biodiversity and cool the local environment.
Bradmill Yarraville
Bradmill Yarraville is a $1.5 billion urban renewal project by Frasers Property Australia and Irongate Group transforming a historic 26-hectare former denim factory into a sustainable mixed-use neighborhood. The development will deliver approximately 1,500 homes alongside the Bradmill Quarter retail hub, the Arbory dining precinct, a 1.5-hectare Linear Park, and community resident amenities housed within adaptively reused heritage buildings.
8,215 residents of Altona North are employed, from a labour force of 8,631. Unemployment sits at 4.8%, with participation at 65.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 19,315, about 115% 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 workforce in Altona North is characterized by a strong presence of professional services and an educated population. Over the previous year, employment growth was estimated at 1.5%, while the unemployment rate stood at 4.8%. As of March 2026, the unemployment rate matched the Greater Melbourne rate of 4.8%, and 8,215 residents were employed. Workforce participation in Altona North was 65.1%, which is lower than the Greater Melbourne rate of 70.1%. Census data indicated that 33.5% of residents worked from home, a figure that should be interpreted with caution due to the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors among local workers are retail trade, health care & social assistance, and construction. The community exhibits a notable concentration in construction jobs, generating an employment concentration 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, health care & social assistance accounts for only 11.0% of the resident workforce, trailing Greater Melbourne's 14.2%. An employment ratio of 0.8 workers for each resident recorded at the Census demonstrates a solid local jobs base. AreaSearch assessment of ABS and SALM releases shows that across the 12 months to March 2026, local employment expanded by 1.5% while the labour pool widened by 1.9%, pushing the unemployment rate up by 0.4 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne registered job growth of 2.1% against workforce expansion of 2.3%, yielding an unemployment increase of 0.2 percentage points. Longer-term employment demand within Altona North can also be evaluated against nationwide occupational outlooks published by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied across the local workforce structure to identify future trajectories. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, industry performance is expected to vary considerably. Weighting these sectoral projections across Altona North's occupational base points to local job gains of 6.4% over five years and 13.1% over ten years (note that this metric represents a simple weighted extrapolation for comparative review and excludes local demographic modeling).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Altona North is $1,740 a week (about $90,000 a year), with median personal income at $803 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,462 a year against an average of $80,649. 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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Tax office figures at postcode level for financial year 2023, compiled by AreaSearch, show the Altona North SA2 recorded an average taxable income of $80,649 alongside a median of $62,462. These figures compare favorably with Greater Melbourne ($75,164 average and $57,688 median) and place high on a nationwide scale. Adjusting for Wage Price Index inflation of 9.62% since financial year 2023 projects local levels to approximately $88,407 (average) and $68,471 (median) as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, Altona North recorded moderate standings for personal, family, and household earnings, tracking between the 49th and 49th percentiles.
Income distributions show that 30.0% of local earners (5,019 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly band, closely aligning with the regional share of 32.8%. Living costs remain significant, with retained income averaging 83.1% (ranking at the 49th percentile), while the area occupies the 5th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Altona North had 5,543 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 67% detached houses and 4% apartments. 32% are owned with a mortgage, 33% rented and 35% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 23.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.7%. 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 across Altona North were distributed between 66.7% houses and 33.3% other dwellings (incorporating apartments, semi-detached properties, and alternative formats), compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne. Outright ownership proved substantially higher than metropolitan levels at 34.5%, with remaining homes categorized as mortgaged (32.4%) or rented (33.1%). The suburb recorded a median monthly mortgage payment of $2,167 and a median weekly rent of $400, exceeding metropolitan figures of $2,000 and $390 respectively. Compared to national benchmarks, Altona North's monthly loan obligations exceed the Australian baseline of $1,863, and weekly rents surpass the $375 national average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Altona North counted 5,543 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,212 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 28% 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 household landscape is predominantly family-oriented, representing 69.3% of all living arrangements. Within this segment, couples with children account for 30.6%, couples without children represent 24.6%, and single parent families constitute 12.3%. Non-family setups make up the remaining 30.7%, split between lone person households at 27.5% and group share arrangements at 3.1%. Average occupancy sits at 2.5 people per home, slightly below the Greater Melbourne standard of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
29.9% of adults in Altona North hold a university qualification, including 20.6% with a bachelor degree and 6.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 17.3% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 3,169 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,059 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 attainment in Altona North trails regional averages, with 29.9% of residents aged 15+ holding a higher education degree compared to 37.0% across Greater Melbourne, suggesting room for ongoing upskilling. Bachelor qualifications represent the largest tertiary cohort at 20.6%, followed by postgraduate credentials (6.2%) and graduate diplomas (3.1%). Vocational pathways are well represented, with 27.3% of residents aged 15+ holding technical certifications, comprising certificates (17.3%) and advanced diplomas (10.0%). Participation in study is substantial, with 27.9% of the local population actively undertaking structured educational programs. This proportion consists of 9.9% attending primary schools, 6.3% in secondary education, and 4.8% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
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Public transport in Altona North reaches 124 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 4,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 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 coverage in Altona North includes 124 active transport stops accommodating local bus operations. These boarding points are connected by 11 individual routes that generate 4,298 weekly passenger trips. Network connectivity is exceptionally high, with typical walking distances of 157 meters to the closest transit stop. Given the suburban residential character of the precinct, outward commuting prevails: private vehicles account for 85% of commuter trips, while rail transit captures 6%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling. In addition, 33.5% of workers worked from home according to the 2021 Census, reflecting pandemic-era operating conditions.
Transit service schedules maintain 614 trips per day across the collective network, translating to roughly 34 weekly departures at each individual stop. The accompanying mapping shows the 100 closest transit points relative to the geographical midpoint.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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70.6% of residents in Altona North report no long-term health condition. 9.0% need daily assistance with core activities, and 59.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.0 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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AreaSearch health metrics indicate elevated medical vulnerability across Altona North across mortality statistics and chronic disease measures, with prevalent health conditions observed broadly across cohorts and intensifying among older age groups. Concurrently, private health insurance coverage is notably robust, encompassing roughly 60% of residents (9,956 people) compared to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. Asthma and mental health conditions constitute the most widespread diagnoses locally, affecting 7.1% and 7.4% of the population respectively, while 70.6% of residents indicated freedom from long-term medical conditions compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Working-age cohorts display strong general wellness with minimal chronic health burdens.
Residents aged 65 and over number 2,566 (15.3% of the community), presenting some health vulnerabilities that nonetheless compare favorably against nationwide senior baselines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
37.3% of Altona North residents were born overseas and 43.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 83% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (16.7%) and Australian (16.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural variety is pronounced in Altona North, where 37.3% of inhabitants were born overseas and 43.9% speak a non-English language at home. Christianity represents the most common faith, claimed by 47.0% of local residents. The most prominent demographic concentration occurs among Islamic adherents, who make up 16.0% of the community compared to the Greater Melbourne baseline of 5.6%. Regarding parental lineage, the primary heritage backgrounds recorded in Altona North comprise English at 16.7%, Australian at 16.3%, and Other backgrounds at 11.7%. Furthermore, specific migrant heritages show pronounced local representation relative to regional benchmarks: Lebanese backgrounds account for 7.2% locally (versus 0.8% across the region), Maltese represents 2.9% (versus 1.1%), and Croatian ancestry comprises 1.5% (versus 0.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Altona North is 37. 26.1% 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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Demographic age distributions in Altona North track closely alongside Greater Melbourne, showing a maximum variance of only 1.9 percentage points across age brackets. As at August 2026, the estimated median age is 37, matching the 2021 Census figure as well as Greater Melbourne's median of 37 recorded during that Census. Across broad generational tiers, the most notable shift since the Census involves older residents aged 65+, declining from 18.4% to an estimated 15.3%. Heading toward 2041, residents aged 45 - 64 are projected to capture the largest share of population expansion, increasing by 1,661 individuals (47%) to aggregate to 5,212.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Altona 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 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month all 16 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 — 649 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (14,931 at the 2021 Census → 16,733 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 (213021343). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.