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Ascot Vale has an estimated 16,398 residents, up from 15,191 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,207 people, or 7.9%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. 277 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 71.3% of that increase. That puts 4,270 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 Ascot Vale stands at approximately 16,398 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,207 individuals (7.9%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented 15,191 residents. This shift is calculated from the ABS estimated resident population of 16,398 in June 2025 combined with 277 validated new addresses identified since the Census. Such population numbers translate to a density of 4,270 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the highest 10% of nationwide areas analyzed by AreaSearch and highlighting the intense demand for local land.
The post-census expansion of 7.9% is within 1.1 percentage points of the wider SA3 region (9.0%), indicating competitive local growth dynamics. This upward trajectory was chiefly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 71.3% of the total population increase in recent times. AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024, using 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections are derived from the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA releases, adjusted using a weighted aggregation method of population growth from LGA to SA2 tiers. Age cohort growth rates from these models are also applied across all areas for the period 2032 to 2041. Based on recent annual ERP statistics, future demographic shifts point to population growth exceeding the national median, with the locality projected to gain 2,335 residents by 2041, representing a total increase of 14.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
394 new dwellings have been approved in Ascot Vale over the past five years, an average of 78 a year. That is 5.0 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 30 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 30% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 18, well below 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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Ascot Vale has registered an average of approximately 78 new residential building approvals annually, resulting in a total of 394 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 17 approvals registered. The ratio of 1.6 people moving to the suburb for each new home constructed between FY-21 and FY-25 points to a balanced alignment of supply and demand, fostering stable market conditions. However, this has surged to 12.4 people per dwelling over the last 2 financial years, suggesting rising popularity and a potential deficit in supply.
The average construction cost for new dwellings is $242,000, which is below the regional norm and indicates more budget-friendly choices for buyers. Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $7.1 million this financial year, reinforcing the predominantly residential profile of the suburb. In comparison to Greater Melbourne, Ascot Vale generates about 56% of the construction volume per resident, placing it in the 28th percentile of locations analyzed across the country, which translates to fewer choices for buyers while bolstering the value of established homes. New residential approvals consist of 30.0% detached houses and 70.0% attached dwellings. This shift toward denser housing provides affordable entry points and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a major departure from the current housing stock (which stands at 46.0% houses), pointing to a scarcity of development sites and reflecting changing lifestyle preferences and budget constraints. With approximately 610 people for every approved residential dwelling, Ascot Vale represents a highly established market. Long-term forecasts indicate that Ascot Vale will welcome an additional 2,335 residents by 2041, according to the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. Although construction is progressing at a reasonable rate relative to this projected growth, home buyers may encounter heightened competition as the local population increases.
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Development applications around Ascot Vale
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Ascot Vale, worth an estimated $154 million. A further 156 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $59.5 billion. 41 are already under construction and 44 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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The evolution of local infrastructure, major construction projects, and urban planning decisions has a significant influence on local performance. AreaSearch has tracked 21 projects expected to influence the local area. Principal developments include Highpoint Urban Village, Ascot Vale Library Redevelopment, Holland Court, Flemington housing, and the Ascot Vale Estate Public Housing Renewal (Dunlop Avenue), with the details of the most significant projects listed below.
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Moonee Valley Racing Club Grandstand & Clubhouse Redevelopment
A $200 million redevelopment of the Moonee Valley Racecourse. Construction commenced in late 2025. The project features a new grandstand Event Centre, re-oriented racetrack, an 83-room boutique residential hotel, rooftop bar, wellness centre, and infield activation. Demolition and civil works are currently underway, with completion anticipated for the 2027 Cox Plate.
Ascot Vale Library Redevelopment
Major $6.52 million redevelopment of Ascot Vale Library including addition of upper floor, tripling the size. Features new youth area, larger children's area, event space, reading terrace, more computers and study space. Includes Changing Places accessible toilet facilities.
Parkside Parkville Residential Development
Mixed residential development by Frasers Property and Citta Property Group offering 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Features Park Club amenities including gymnasium, pool, and communal spaces. Located adjacent to Royal Park with city skyline views.
Joseph Road Precinct
A 17-hectare urban renewal program transforming former industrial warehouse and factory land between the Maribyrnong River and the Footscray-South Kensington rail corridor into a high-density mixed-use precinct. Council planning targets around 5,000 new households once fully built out, delivered across multiple residential towers including Liberty One, River One, Riverfront, Boat House, Waterfront, Victoria Square and Cowper Residences. Stage one road works on Joseph Road North and South have reached practical completion, delivering separated bike lanes, a raised pedestrian crossing, 20 parallel parking bays, upgraded drainage with integrated tree pits, new public lighting and tree planting.Lilardia Park, a new 1,444 square metre public open space named after Aboriginal activist Margaret (Lilardia) Tucker, opened to the community in August 2024. Stage two Hopkins Street improvement works including new traffic signals at Hopkins/Hallenstein Street and Hopkins/Joseph Road remain subject to future funding and Department of Transport and Planning approvals, with $100,000 proposed in the 2025/26 Capital Expenditure Budget to progress design. The 40km/h speed limit reduction on Hopkins Street between Moore Street and Hopetoun Bridge has been delivered.
Younghusband Kensington
Melbourne's largest carbon-neutral adaptive reuse precinct, transforming a 122-year-old woolstore into a 50,000 sqm office and retail destination. Stage 1 (Station and Stock Buildings) is fully leased as of early 2026, with retail tenants ONA Coffee and Cobb Lane opening in the first half of 2026. Stage 2 and 3 continue the expansion, including a silo-inspired office building and a public plaza, targeting a 6-star Green Star rating.
Ascot Vale Estate Public Housing Renewal (Dunlop Avenue)
A $104 million public housing renewal project replacing 80 walk-up flats with 200 modern, accessible apartments (1, 2, and 3-bedroom layouts) across six 3-storey buildings featuring 5-star Green Star and 7-star NatHERS ratings. The development includes landscaped gardens, communal spaces, BBQ areas, vegetable gardens, basement car parking, and represents the most advanced, energy-efficient public housing project in Victoria, with a minimum Silver Liveable Housing Australia standard. Half the homes are social housing managed by Evolve Housing, the other half affordable for low-income workers.The project created 890 jobs during construction.
Maribyrnong River Master Plan Implementation
Comprehensive restoration and improvement of Maribyrnong River corridor through Avondale Heights. Includes flood protection, habitat restoration, recreational facilities, walking and cycling paths, and community spaces. Enhancing environmental and recreational values.
191 Rosamond Road Mixed-Use Development
Mixed-use development featuring two towers of 14 and 16 storeys with 622 apartments, commercial spaces at ground level, and amenities including co-working space, wellness centre, gym, and recreational areas. Located opposite Highpoint Shopping Centre in a major retail and transport precinct.
9,431 residents of Ascot Vale are employed, from a labour force of 10,264. Unemployment sits at 8.1%, with participation at 74.3%. 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 12,753, about 78% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The workforce in Ascot Vale is highly educated, featuring a strong concentration of professionals, an unemployment rate of 8.1%, and an estimated job growth rate of 4.3% over the prior year. In March 2026, there were 9,431 employed residents, while the unemployment rate sat 3.3% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, showing room for improvement. The participation rate is healthy, sitting at 74.3% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne. According to Census records, a high proportion of residents (45.5%) worked from home, though this figure should be viewed in light of Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and education & training. The suburb exhibits a clear specialization in professional & technical services, with employment in this sector representing 1.4 times the regional proportion. In contrast, construction jobs are less common, accounting for 6.8% compared to the regional benchmark of 9.7%. Comparing the number of working residents to those employed locally according to Census data suggests that this residential suburb offers a limited volume of local jobs. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that over the 12-month period, employment rose by 4.3% while the labour force expanded by 3.8%, leading to a 0.5 percentage point drop in unemployment. Over the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne experienced a 2.1% rise in employment and a 2.3% expansion in the labour force, with unemployment ticking up by 0.2 percentage points. The national employment forecasts published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context on future demand trends in Ascot Vale. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local employment structure to project growth trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary widely by industry. Weighting these projections against the industry mix of Ascot Vale suggests local employment growth of 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, which is a basic weighting model for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Ascot Vale is $2,192 a week (about $114,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,080 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,880 a year against an average of $82,400. 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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According to aggregated postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the median taxpayer income in the Ascot Vale SA2 is $62,880, with an average of $82,400. This ranks among the highest brackets in the country, contrasting with the median of $57,688 and average of $75,164 recorded across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $68,929 for the median and $90,327 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in Ascot Vale are high, placing in the 77th to 85th percentiles nationally.
Income distribution figures show that the weekly earnings bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 accounts for 26.3% of the population (4,312 individuals), which aligns with the wider region where 32.8% fall into this category. Financial strength is demonstrated by the 37.5% of households earning more than $3,000 per week, which helps drive local retail spend. Although high accommodation costs account for 15.2% of income, strong local earnings ensure disposable income remains at the 78th percentile, and the SEIFA income index places the area in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Ascot Vale had 5,961 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 46% detached houses and 31% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 39% rented and 28% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $370 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,458 a month, a total housing cost higher than 77% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 16.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Based on the most recent Census, the housing composition in Ascot Vale consisted of 46.0% detached houses and 54.1% other dwellings, such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative structures, whereas the broader Melbourne metropolitan area recorded 67.9% detached houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership rates in Ascot Vale lagged slightly behind the metro average at 27.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (33.5%) or renting (38.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the suburb was $2,458, which is considerably higher than the Melbourne metro average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $370, compared to $390 metro-wide.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Ascot Vale are notably above the Australian average of $1,863, while weekly rents are slightly below the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Ascot Vale counted 5,961 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,435 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 24% 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 units constitute the majority of households at 64.8%, which is broken down into couples with children at 30.1%, couples without children at 23.9%, and single parent families at 9.1%. The remaining 35.2% consists of non-family households, with single-person households representing 28.8% and group living situations accounting for 6.3%. The median household size of 2.4 residents is below the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
49.4% of adults in Ascot Vale hold a university qualification, including 30.7% with a bachelor degree and 13.5% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 83% of areas nationally. A further 12.7% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 1,050 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,086 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 in Ascot Vale display high rates of academic achievement relative to wider averages, with 49.4% of those aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 33.4% across VIC. This educational pattern positions the suburb well to leverage knowledge-based employment fields. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 30.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 13.5% and graduate diplomas at 5.2%. Technical and trade qualifications represent 22.3% of credentials for residents aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas (9.6%) and certificates (12.7%). Participation in study is quite prominent, with 30.6% of the population enrolled in an educational institution.
This figure is composed of 9.1% in primary school, 8.0% in higher education, and 6.4% attending secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Ascot Vale reaches 64 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 8,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 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 statistics show 64 active transit stops in Ascot Vale, consisting of a combination of buses and light rail. These stops accommodate 9 distinct routes, which support a total of 8,154 passenger journeys each week. Transit access is high, with residents living an average of 157 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential character of the suburb, the majority of workers travel outside the area to work, with cars being the primary mode of travel at 70%, followed by trains at 13%. Car ownership stands at 1.0 vehicle per household, which is below the metropolitan average.
A high proportion of residents, 45.5%, work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may be influenced by pandemic conditions. Service frequency stands at an average of 1,164 daily journeys across all transit routes, which equates to roughly 127 weekly journeys at each individual stop.
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72.7% of residents in Ascot Vale report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 78% of areas nationally. 4.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 59.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.4 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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An assessment of health indicators by AreaSearch, which tracks mortality rates and the occurrence of chronic illnesses, points to strong health outcomes in Ascot Vale, with low rates of common health issues observed in both younger and older cohorts. Private health insurance coverage is high, with approximately 60% of the population (9,822 people) holding cover, compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne. Asthma and mental health issues were identified as the most prevalent health conditions, affecting 7.5% and 8.9% of residents respectively. Conversely, 72.7% of the population reported no chronic conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
The working-age population exhibits good health profiles and low rates of long-term illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.5% of the population (2,379 people), and health metrics for this senior cohort are favorable, with national standings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
29.1% of Ascot Vale residents were born overseas and 26.8% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (20.2%) and Australian (19.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Ascot Vale displays greater cultural diversity than most comparable markets, with 29.1% of residents born outside Australia and 26.8% communicating in a language other than English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 44.7% of the local population. Islam shows the most notable relative concentration at 5.4% of the population, compared to 5.6% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on the birthplace of parents, the three most common heritages in Ascot Vale are English at 20.2%, Australian at 19.3%, and Other at 11.8%. There are also distinct concentrations of other ethnic heritages, with Italian ancestry notably prominent at 7.7% of the suburb (compared to 5.2% across the region), Vietnamese at 2.6% (compared to 1.9%), and Maltese at 1.4% (compared to 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Ascot Vale is 37. 29.1% 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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Ascot Vale has a median age of 37, matching the Greater Melbourne figure of 37 and close to the Australian median of 38 years. The 45 - 54 age bracket is well represented at 13.2% compared to Greater Melbourne, while the 5 - 14 group is less common at 10.0%. Since 2021, the cohort aged 65 to 74 has increased from 7.4% to 8.7% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group has risen from 10.5% to 11.7%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 group fell from 11.3% to 10.0%.
Looking toward 2041, population projections indicate notable changes in the age profile of the area. The 55 to 64 cohort is projected to lead this shift, growing by 33% (585 people) to reach 2,368 from 1,782. Meanwhile, the child cohorts of 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 years are expected to experience a reduction in numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Ascot Vale
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the 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) | 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. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2025 about a year ago all 3 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 2025. | ||
| 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 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 — 277 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (15,191 at the 2021 Census → 16,398 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 (206031113). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.