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Ardeer - Albion has an estimated 7,996 residents, up from 7,502 at the 2021 Census — a change of 494 people, or 6.6%. 127 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 81.9% of that increase. That puts 1,742 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 findings from AreaSearch, the resident count in Ardeer - Albion stands at approximately 7,996 as of Aug 2026. This represents a gain of 494 individuals (6.6%) relative to the 2021 Census, when 7,502 people were counted. This update is derived from an ABS estimated resident population of 7,955 recorded as of June 2025 alongside 127 validated new addresses added following the Census. Consequently, local population density reaches 1,742 persons per square kilometer, outperforming the benchmark across nationally evaluated territories in AreaSearch's database. The local expansion rate of 6.6% post the 2021 census outstripped the broader SA3 area (2.2%), establishing the locality as a regional frontrunner in growth.
This influx was largely propelled by arrivals from overseas, accounting for roughly 81.9% of total net additions in recent times. Projections generated by ABS/Geoscience Australia released in 2024 (anchored to 2022) are being utilized by AreaSearch across individual SA2 regions. In locations lacking direct coverage, AreaSearch incorporates the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA dataset, applying weighted population aggregation to translate LGA figures into SA2 boundaries. Age-specific expansion rates calculated via these aggregations further extend through the 2032 to 2041 period. Looking ahead, forward estimates place the locality among the country's top quartile for population expansion, projecting an increase of 1,665 persons by 2041 relative to current annual ERP figures, amounting to a cumulative rise of 20.3% across the 16-year horizon.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
217 new dwellings have been approved in Ardeer - Albion over the past five years, an average of 43 a year. That is 5.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 44 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 25% 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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Residential planning approvals in Ardeer - Albion have maintained a pace of roughly 43 dwellings annually, culminating in 217 dwelling permits over the last 5 financial years (spanning FY-22 to FY-26). Alongside recent demographic contraction, home construction volumes have remained sufficient to satisfy local requirements, supporting balanced conditions and ample opportunities for purchasers. New dwellings carry an average estimated construction value of $361,000, sitting below wider regional figures to provide relatively accessible price points. Concurrently, non-residential activity saw $15.1 million in commercial building approvals granted during the current financial year, representing a moderate development pipeline.
On an individual resident basis, construction volumes in Ardeer - Albion outstrip Greater Melbourne by 84.0%, expanding inventory for incoming buyers. Recent building authorizations consist of 25.0% separate houses alongside 75.0% medium and high-density formats. This structural pivot toward higher-density building offers accessible entry-level alternatives suited to downsizers, first-time purchasers, and investors. It diverges noticeably from the current housing stock (where detached houses comprise 64.0%), reflecting both diminishing greenfield parcels and shifting demographic preferences for low-maintenance living. With approximately 197 people per approval, the district exhibits the characteristics of an evolving market. Longer-term forecasts indicate Ardeer - Albion will welcome an additional 1,624 residents by 2041, based on AreaSearch's latest quarterly calculation. While residential development currently tracks projected demographic expansion satisfactorily, prospective purchasers may encounter tighter competition as the community grows.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Ardeer - Albion
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Ardeer - Albion, worth an estimated $80 million. A further 98 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $57.9 billion. 23 are already under construction and 24 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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Local capital works and urban planning schemes play a critical role in shaping regional outcomes. AreaSearch has identified 20 significant initiatives positioned to influence the district. Prominent developments include the Vietnamese Museum Australia, Sunshine Superhub and Albion Station Upgrade, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, and River Valley, with key individual undertakings outlined below.
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Albion Station Redevelopment
A new, modern and accessible Albion Station will be rebuilt slightly east of its current location as part of Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 1: West Footscray to Albion Rail Upgrade, a $4.1 billion joint investment by the Victorian and Australian governments. The rebuild includes a new overpass with lifts and stairs leading to the central platform, upgraded lighting, new shelters and seating, with the existing underpass retained. Early concept designs were released in 2026 and community feedback surveys closed in June 2026, with further design development continuing through the year.Works span more than 6km from West Footscray to Albion to untangle Melbourne's most complex rail junction outside the CBD, unlocking capacity for around 1000 daily train services through Sunshine. Planning is underway with construction to commence in 2027 and completion expected by 2030 alongside the broader Melbourne Airport Rail project.
Sunshine Superhub and Albion Station Upgrade
A major transformation of Sunshine Station into a transport superhub and the complete rebuild of Albion Station as part of Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 1. The 4.1 billion dollar project spans 6km of track upgrades from West Footscray to Albion, untangling a complex rail junction to enable airport services and Melton Line electrification. Major construction is actively underway following early works and utility relocations, with completion targeted for 2030.
Vietnamese Museum Australia
Australia's first museum dedicated to preserving and sharing the story of Vietnamese refugee settlement in Australia. The three-storey building, designed by Konzepte Melbourne, features a wave-like facade and bamboo exterior details symbolising the journey to freedom. Total funding of approximately $20.4 million includes $9.7M Federal, $8.7M State, and $2M additional State contributions plus community fundraising. The museum will house over 100,000 stories on veterans, refugees, and Vietnamese Australians, receive more than 280 artefacts, and include a resource centre, function centre and cafe for up to 450 guests.Part of the Multicultural Museums Victoria network. Construction commenced April 2025 and reached the topping-out milestone in September 2025, two weeks ahead of schedule. Builder is McCorkell Constructions.
661-663 Ballarat Road, Ardeer
Small townhouse infill development on Ballarat Road in Ardeer. Current approval permits 6 dwellings (2 triple-storey and 4 double-storey). The site has been sold and no construction activity is publicly indicated. Jontian Group is referenced as the building designer on third-party listings. Council is Brimbank.
Sunshine Health, Wellbeing and Education Precinct
The Sunshine Health, Wellbeing and Education Precinct is a 67 hectare health, education and employment precinct in St Albans centred around Sunshine Hospital, Joan Kirner Womens and Childrens Hospital, Ginifer Station and surrounding uses. The Victorian Planning Authority has prepared a draft plan with Brimbank City Council and Victorian Government agencies to guide land use change, new jobs, improved streetscapes and environmental upgrades. The precinct is a key western Melbourne growth area supported by major transport investment and future employment, housing and liveability improvements.
Western Rail Plan - Sunshine Superhub (West Footscray to Albion Rail Upgrade)
The Western Rail Plan umbrella program is now centred on the Sunshine Superhub, formally known as the Melbourne Airport Rail Stage 1 West Footscray to Albion Rail Upgrade. The $4.1 billion program spans 6km from West Footscray to Albion, untangling a complex rail junction by building 6km of new raised track and 2 rail bridges to separate 6 regional and metropolitan rail lines. Sunshine Station will be transformed into a superhub with 2 new dedicated regional platforms and an extended concourse, supporting more than 1,000 train services per day.A new Tottenham Station and a rebuilt Albion Station are also included. The enabling works contract was awarded in February 2026 to a consortium of McConnell Dowell, Arup, Metro Trains Melbourne, V/Line and VIDA Rail, with early works commencing April 2026. Full construction completion is targeted for 2030. The Geelong Fast Rail component has been cancelled following the withdrawal of federal funding in November 2023. Electrification to Melton and Wyndham Vale remains a future stage subject to separate business cases.
LUMA Sunshine North
LUMA is a masterplanned community being developed on the 4.7-hectare former City West Water site. The project features approximately 300 sustainable townhomes (1-4 bedrooms) and the 3,600 square metre Willowbark Park. All homes are designed with a minimum 7-star NatHERS rating and include solar PV systems with battery storage.
Melbourne Airport Rail - Sunshine to Albion Package
Stage 1 of the Melbourne Airport Rail connecting passengers from West Footscray to Albion. The project involves upgrading Sunshine Station into a superhub, laying over 6 kilometres of new track, constructing two new rail bridges, and adding new regional platforms. Construction commenced in early 2026.
4,305 residents of Ardeer - Albion are employed, from a labour force of 4,633. Unemployment sits at 7.1%, with participation at 68.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,605, about 83% 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 labour force in Ardeer - Albion is characterized by solid educational attainment and multi-sector participation, alongside an unemployment rate of 7.1% and year-on-year employment growth of 2.2%. In March 2026, 4,305 residents were actively working. The local jobless figure sits 2.3% above the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 4.8%, while overall labour force involvement aligns closely with the Greater Melbourne standard of 70.1%. Census records show 24.8% of workers operating from home, though historical Covid-19 health restrictions provide relevant context for this proportion. Resident workers are primarily concentrated in health care & social assistance, transport, postal & warehousing, and construction.
A notable regional specialization exists in transport, postal & warehousing, which commands a workforce share 1.8 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, professional & technical occupations are less represented, engaging 6.4% of working residents versus 10.1% across the broader region. Given the predominantly suburban residential fabric, internal job provision remains limited as evidenced by the disparity between local worker numbers and resident labour counts. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS figures, the past twelve months showed employment growing by 2.2% while the labour force expanded by 1.8%, leading to a 0.4 percentage point decline in unemployment. This trend differs from that in Greater Melbourne, where employment climbed by 2.1%, the labour force grew by 2.3%, and unemployment increased by 0.2 percentage points. Forecasts for national employment released by Jobs and Skills Australia for Mar-26 provide additional context regarding potential future demand in Ardeer - Albion. These projections, which span five and ten-year horizons, have been overlaid with the local employment structure to estimate regional growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific estimates are applied to Ardeer - Albion's current employment composition, the area is expected to see employment grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Ardeer - Albion is $1,366 a week (about $71,000 a year), with median personal income at $704 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $50,646 a year against an average of $57,767. 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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Drawing from AreaSearch's compilation of postcode ATO statistics for financial year 2023, personal taxpayers within the Ardeer - Albion SA2 recorded a median earnings figure of $50,646 and an average of $57,767. These earnings trail nationwide norms and sit below the corresponding Greater Melbourne benchmarks of $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average). Factoring in a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $55,518 for median and $63,324 for average earnings as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census positions personal, household, and family earnings across the area modestly between the 25th and 29th percentiles.
In terms of earnings brackets, the single largest cohort comprises 30.0% of earners making between $1,500 - 2,999 each week (2,398 residents), matching broader regional proportions where 32.8% fall in this band. Housing costs impose considerable financial strain, with retained income standing at 81.5%, placing the area at the 22nd percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Ardeer - Albion had 2,912 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 64% detached houses and 16% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 42% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $320 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,700 a month. Rent absorbs 23.4% 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, the local housing mix comprised 63.7% detached houses alongside 36.4% alternative dwellings (incorporating semi-detached structures, apartments, and other formats), compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative types throughout metropolitan Melbourne. Home ownership rates in Ardeer - Albion lagged slightly behind Melbourne metro at 28.0%, with remaining tenures split between properties with a mortgage (29.9%) and rental accommodation (42.1%). Typical monthly mortgage commitments stood at $1,700, below the Melbourne metro figure of $2,000, while median weekly rents registered at $320 versus $390 across metropolitan Melbourne. Benchmarked nationally, mortgage obligations fall below the Australian average of $1,863, with rental rates tracking substantially under the national baseline of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Ardeer - Albion counted 2,912 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,104 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 80% of areas nationally, against 22% couples without children. 35% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family dwellings comprise the majority of local households at 59.1%, consisting of 22.2% couples with children, 22.0% couples without children, and 12.4% single parent arrangements. Non-family living structures account for the remaining 40.9%, led by single-person residences at 34.6% and share houses at 6.3%. The typical household size sits at 2.3 people, tracking below the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.2% of adults in Ardeer - Albion hold a university qualification, including 19.6% with a bachelor degree and 8.6% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 17.7% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 698 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,018 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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Higher education qualifications in Ardeer - Albion are prominent, with 31.2% of persons aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees compared to the SA3 regional average of 23.9%. Bachelor degree holders constitute the leading qualification at 19.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.6% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Concurrently, vocational training is widespread, with 29.2% of the population aged 15+ holding technical credentials, broken down into certificates (17.7%) and advanced diplomas (11.5%). Community educational engagement is extensive, with 29.9% of residents actively enrolled in formal study programs. This student cohort includes 8.7% attending primary schools, 6.6% in tertiary study, and 5.4% undertaking secondary schooling.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Ardeer - Albion reaches 34 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 2,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.9 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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The local transit network in Ardeer - Albion incorporates 34 active bus stops operating across 9 distinct bus routes, delivering a total of 2,904 weekly services. Accessibility metrics are favorable, with residents situated an average of 209 meters from their nearest boarding point. As an outward-commuting residential community, private vehicles account for 75% of travel journeys, while trains serve 15%. Motor vehicle availability stands at an average of 0.9 cars per dwelling, below broader regional levels. Additionally, 24.8% of the workforce worked from home at the 2021 Census, subject to prevailing COVID-19 settings.
Transit service volumes average 414 journeys daily across the network, translating to roughly 85 departures per stop each week.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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72.2% of residents in Ardeer - Albion report no long-term health condition. 7.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.2% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.6 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 patterns and chronic illness indicate notable public health pressures across the community, with ailments prevalent across both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance participation is low, held by approximately 48% of residents (~3,854 people), contrasting with 56.7% across Greater Melbourne and an Australian national benchmark of 55.7%. The most widely reported health diagnoses locally are mental health conditions and arthritis, present in 8.1% and 7.3% of the community respectively. Meanwhile, 72.2% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, closely mirroring the 72.6% rate across Greater Melbourne.
Residents under 65 exhibit comparatively favorable wellness measures. Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 16.0% of the population (1,276 people), experiencing health challenges that align generally with national norms for older demographics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
50.1% of Ardeer - Albion residents were born overseas and 51.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 91% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (15.1%) and Australian (13.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity is pronounced across Ardeer - Albion, where 51.3% of households communicate in a language other than English at home and 50.1% of community members were born overseas. Christianity represents the most common faith, followed by 44.1% of the population. In addition, Buddhism shows a notable local concentration at 6.9%, outperforming the Greater Melbourne proportion of 4.2%. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parents' birthplace, the primary reported lineage is Other at 21.9% (exceeding the regional level of 14.6%), followed by English at 15.1% (below the regional 20.1%) and Australian at 13.2% (under the regional 18.4%).
Specific cultural groups also exhibit distinctive concentrations relative to regional norms: Vietnamese background accounts for 8.1% (versus 1.9% regionally), Maltese represents 3.7% (versus 1.1%), and Polish comprises 2.1% (versus 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Ardeer - Albion is 36. 31.0% 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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The demographic profile of Ardeer - Albion tilts toward younger generations. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates indicate that 39.1% of the population falls into the 25 - 44 age bracket (compared to 32.1% across Greater Melbourne), while the 0 - 24 cohort comprises 25.3% (against 30.5% regionally). The median age is estimated at 36 as at August 2026, mirroring the 2021 Census figure and sitting 1 year below the Greater Melbourne median of 37 recorded at that Census. By 2041, seniors aged 65+ are projected to experience the largest numerical increase, rising by 629 (49%) to reach 1,906.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Ardeer - Albion
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 | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 5 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 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 — 127 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (7,502 at the 2021 Census → 7,996 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 (213011328). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.