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Aspendale Gardens - Waterways has an estimated 9,063 residents, up from 8,853 at the 2021 Census — a change of 210 people, or 2.4%. That puts 1,707 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 investigations by AreaSearch, the resident count of Aspendale Gardens - Waterways stands at approximately 9,063 in May 2026. This represents an addition of 210 residents (2.4%) relative to the 8,853 individuals recorded in the 2021 Census. This calculation is derived from June 2025 ABS estimated resident population data alongside 7 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. With these figures, the local density stands at 1,706 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical density across national locations analyzed by AreaSearch. The population expansion was mostly driven by arrivals from abroad, who represented roughly 94.5% of the overall population increases in recent times.
AreaSearch incorporates regional projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, using 2022 as its baseline. For locations where this data is unavailable, projections are sourced from VIC State Government regional and LGA forecasts released in 2023, adjusted via weighted aggregation of growth patterns from the LGA scale down to SA2 zones. Age distribution growth rates derived from these models are also applied to all areas for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the population growth of statistical areas nationwide is expected to exceed the median, with this specific locality projected to add 1,054 residents by 2041 compared to the latest annual ERP figures, representing an overall increase of 11.6% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
23 new dwellings have been approved in Aspendale Gardens - Waterways over the past five years, an average of 4 a year. That is 0.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 2, 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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Aspendale Gardens - Waterways has seen approximately 4 building approvals for residential sites annually, accumulating to 23 home approvals during the last 5 financial periods (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 2 approvals so far in FY-26. Given the local population decline, this building volume has been relatively sufficient, which benefits buyers, and new structures average a construction cost of $646,000, indicating a developer focus on high-end, premium properties. Furthermore, commercial approvals valued at $13.7 million have been logged during the current financial year, showing a moderate pace of commercial construction.
In comparison to the Greater Melbourne region, new building activity in Aspendale Gardens - Waterways is substantially lower, sitting 91.0% below the metropolitan average on a per capita basis. This restricted level of new supply typically supports demand and valuations for established properties. The rate of construction is also lower than the national benchmark, highlighting the mature state of the suburb and implying potential zoning or planning constraints. Additionally, recent construction has consisted solely of detached homes, maintaining the suburban landscape of spacious family residences. There are approximately 5441 people for every residential building approval, confirming the established character of the local market. Demographic projections indicate that Aspendale Gardens - Waterways will add 1,054 occupants by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If the current pace of construction persists, the supply of new housing may not keep pace with this population increase, which could intensify competition among buyers and support upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Aspendale Gardens - Waterways
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Aspendale Gardens - Waterways, worth an estimated $15 million. A further 91 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $20.1 billion. 25 are already under construction and 25 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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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Suburban performance is heavily influenced by local infrastructure improvements, major developments, and urban planning changes. AreaSearch has identified 5 key projects expected to influence the local area. The most relevant initiatives include the redevelopment of the Aspendale Gardens Shopping Centre, the Rossdale Golf Course Redevelopment in Aspendale, The Strand Aspendale, and the development at Dingley Village on the former Kingswood Golf Course.
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Aspendale Gardens Shopping Centre Redevelopment
The proposed modernization and expansion of the Aspendale Gardens Shopping Centre aims to upgrade the existing Ritchies Supa IGA and approximately 17 specialty stores. The plan includes the potential development of a top floor of approximately 3700 square metres to accommodate additional retail or commercial space. Current efforts focus on leasing and tenant management as the project navigates the planning phase, following historical community debate regarding proximity to local gambling venues.
Mordi Aquatic Centre
The Mordi Aquatic Centre is an $87 million state-of-the-art facility featuring a 50m indoor multi-purpose lap pool, learn-to-swim pool, warm water exercise pool, and leisure pool with a splash park. It includes wellness amenities such as a spa, sauna, and steam room, alongside a gymnasium, fitness areas, and a cafe. Designed for sustainability, it targets a 6 Star Green Star rating with an all-electric design. Construction is currently on track for completion in late 2026, with roofing complete and internal fit-outs underway.
The Strand Aspendale
Luxury beachfront residential development featuring 18 exclusive apartments with direct beach access and premium coastal living amenities.
Rossdale Golf Course Redevelopment Aspendale
Proposed rezoning and redevelopment of the 43.5-hectare Rossdale Golf Course into a mixed-use residential community, which would fund the relocation of the financially non-viable golf club. The plan proposes approximately 30% public open space, new wetlands, and integrated walking/cycling paths, with around 700 to 1000 dwellings (mix of homes, townhouses, and low-scale apartments). The proposal is under review by the Victorian Government's Priority Projects Standing Advisory Committee.
Keysborough Gardens Primary School Upgrade and Modernisation
The original upgrade and modernisation project has substantially completed, expanding the school by capacity for around 150 additional students with new learning spaces, Indigenous Friendship Garden, playground, sports facilities, canteen and car park upgrades. A further Stage 2 project is now under construction following 2026-27 State Budget funding of $8.064 million to deliver a new library, science and technology facilities and a synthetic turf oval, with completion forecast for Q1 2029.
Aspendale Beachside Structure Plan
A long-term strategic framework by the City of Kingston to manage land use, housing density, and infrastructure along the Aspendale foreshore. The plan focuses on revitalising the activity centre, improving pedestrian connectivity to the beach, and integrating with the concurrent Level Crossing Removal Project at Station Street. It aims to balance increased housing diversity with the preservation of coastal character.
Lower Dandenong Road Residential Village
Redevelopment of the existing Five Ways Caravan Park site into a residential village featuring 57 dwellings and a caretaker's house. The development includes ancillary communal facilities and represents a significant transformation of the site from caravan park use to permanent residential housing. The application includes removal of vegetation and alterations to road access in a Transport Zone 2. Reference number KP-2025/343 with Kingston City Council.
Aspendale Life Saving Club Redevelopment
New two-storey lifesaving club comprising training rooms, kitchen, observation, first aid, patrol, member and public facilities. Includes rainwater tanks, LED lighting and water efficient fittings.
5,239 residents of Aspendale Gardens - Waterways are employed, from a labour force of 5,451. Unemployment sits at 3.9%, with participation at 71.0%. 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 7,080, 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 local workforce in Aspendale Gardens - Waterways is highly qualified, with a strong contingent of professionals and an unemployment rate of just 3.9%. As of March 2026, 5,239 local residents are employed, and the unemployment rate sits 0.9% lower than the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, while the labor participation rate is very close to the metropolitan average of 70.2%. Census data indicates that a notable 31.2% of the working population operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic-related lockouts. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and manufacturing.
The neighborhood exhibits a high concentration of retail workers, with its share of employment in this sector reaching 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical roles are less common, accounting for 8.1% of local workers compared to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. The comparison between the local working population and the resident workforce suggests that local employment opportunities within this largely residential suburb are quite limited. An evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch indicates that the local labor pool contracted by 0.3% while the count of employed residents dropped by 0.8% during the year ending March 2026, leading to a 0.5 percentage point increase in unemployment. Conversely, Greater Melbourne experienced a 2.1% rise in employment and a 2.3% expansion of the labor force, with its unemployment rate increasing by 0.2 percentage points. Employment projections issued by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context regarding future employment trends for Aspendale Gardens - Waterways. These projections, spanning five and ten years, have been aligned with local employment structures to project potential growth. Nationally, employment is expected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these growth rates vary by sector. Applying these industry projections to the local employment distribution suggests that local jobs could grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years, noting that this is a simple weighted calculation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Aspendale Gardens - Waterways is $2,348 a week (about $122,000 a year), with median personal income at $846 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,539 a year against an average of $75,932. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The latest postcode-level tax data from the ATO for financial year 2023 shows that residents of the Aspendale Gardens - Waterways SA2 earn very high incomes relative to national standards, with a median income of $57,539 and an average income of $75,932. This compares to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the financial year 2023, current estimates would be roughly $63,074 for the median and $83,237 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed household incomes in the 85th percentile ($2,348 weekly), though individual incomes sit lower in the 58th percentile.
The weekly earnings bracket of $1,500 - 2,999 contains 32.6% of the local population (2,954 residents), mirroring the regional rate of 32.8%. The large proportion of high-earning households (37.0% receiving more than $3,000/week) shows substantial financial strength. Residents retain 87.1% of their earnings after accounting for housing payments, indicating strong discretionary spending capacity, and the area is positioned in the 8th decile of the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Aspendale Gardens - Waterways had 2,863 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 85% detached houses and 10% apartments. 50% are owned with a mortgage, 11% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $510 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,115 a month. Rent absorbs 21.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 20.8%. 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 housing mix in Aspendale Gardens - Waterways consisted of 85.3% separate houses and 14.6% other housing types, such as townhouses and apartments, compared to 67.9% separate houses and 32.1% other housing types across metropolitan Melbourne. The rate of home ownership in the suburb was significantly higher than the metropolitan average at 38.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgage holders (50.3%) or renters (11.2%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average at $2,115, while the median weekly rent was $510, compared to metropolitan averages of $2,000 and $390.
Nationally, mortgage payments in Aspendale Gardens - Waterways are notably above the Australian median of $1,863, and rental costs are also significantly higher than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Aspendale Gardens - Waterways counted 2,863 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.0 people each. 52% are couples with children, more than in 96% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 14% 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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Family households represent the vast majority of local homes at 85.5%, consisting of couples with children at 51.8%, couples without children at 23.4%, and single parents at 9.4%. Non-family households account for the remaining 14.5%, with single-person households at 13.9% and group living situations at 0.8%. The median household size of 3.0 people is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.9% of adults in Aspendale Gardens - Waterways hold a university qualification, including 22.0% with a bachelor degree and 7.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 81% of areas nationally. A further 17.7% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 604 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,094 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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Educational profiles indicate some limitations, with university graduation rates of 31.9% falling below the SA4 regional average of 46.0%. This gap presents an opportunity for targeted local education initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 22.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.1% and graduate diplomas at 2.8%. Vocational and technical qualifications are common, with 29.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational credential, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.8%) and certificates (17.7%). Enrolment rates are high, with 30.7% of local residents participating in structured education. This comprises 9.7% of the population in high schools, 9.6% in primary schools, and 5.9% enrolled in higher education institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Aspendale Gardens - Waterways reaches 23 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 1,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 250 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.9 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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Public transport services in Aspendale Gardens - Waterways include 23 active bus stops. These stops are served by 8 separate bus routes, which together provide 1,092 passenger trips per week. Transport links are good, with residents living an average of 245 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers travel outside the area, and private cars are the primary mode of travel for 91% of commuters. Household car ownership averages 1.9 vehicles, which is above the metropolitan average. Additionally, 31.2% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era arrangements.
Public transport services run at an average frequency of 156 trips daily across all local routes, which translates to roughly 47 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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74.2% of residents in Aspendale Gardens - Waterways report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 90% of areas nationally. 4.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 56.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.3 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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Health metrics show excellent outcomes across Aspendale Gardens - Waterways, based on mortality rates and the prevalence of chronic health conditions analyzed by AreaSearch, with low rates of common illnesses observed in both younger and older cohorts, and private health insurance coverage is high at approximately 57% of the population (~5,129 people). Asthma and arthritis are the most common medical conditions, affecting 6.9% and 6.2% of residents respectively, while 74.2% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. The working-age population exhibits good health with a low incidence of chronic illness.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 18.6% of the population (1,683 people), which exceeds the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. Seniors in the area enjoy above-average health outcomes, though their health status ranks lower nationally than the younger cohorts of the local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
35.7% of Aspendale Gardens - Waterways residents were born overseas and 32.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 78% of areas nationally. 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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Aspendale Gardens - Waterways has a diverse cultural profile, with 35.7% of the population born outside of Australia and 32.3% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 50.9% of the population. A notable religious concentration is observed for Judaism, which accounts for 0.7% of local residents, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. English ancestry is claimed by 20.2% of the population, followed by Australian ancestry at 19.3%, and Other backgrounds at 12.6%. The representation of certain ethnic heritages differs from the metropolitan average: Sri Lankan background is recorded at 1.3% of the population (compared to 0.8% regionally), Polish at 1.1% (compared to 0.8%), and Greek at 3.9% (compared to 2.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Aspendale Gardens - Waterways is 42. 24.3% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 42 years in Aspendale Gardens - Waterways is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and the national average of 38 years. The 55 - 64 age group is highly represented at 15.8% of the population, whereas the 25 - 34 cohort is smaller at 8.7%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 55 to 64 grew from 13.9% to 15.8%, and the 65 to 74 group rose from 8.6% to 9.6%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 17.5% to 14.9%, and the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 13.7% to 11.9%.
Demographic forecasts for 2041 project significant shifts, led by a 41% expansion of the 65 to 74 cohort (adding 360 people) to reach 1,234 from 873. The combined 65+ cohorts are expected to generate 80% of the total population increase, highlighting the aging trend in the area, while the 0 to 4 and 15 to 24 cohorts are projected to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Aspendale Gardens - Waterways
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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 1 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 May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 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 — 7 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (8,853 at the 2021 Census → 9,063 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 (208031183). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.