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Balwyn North has an estimated 22,465 residents, up from 21,123 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,342 people, or 6.4%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years. Overseas migration accounts for 100.0% of that increase. That puts 2,538 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to research conducted by AreaSearch, the resident count in Balwyn North stands at roughly 22,465 as of Aug 2026. This figure represents an expansion of 1,342 people (6.4%) compared to the 21,123 people counted during the 2021 Census. Such movement is derived from the ABS estimated resident population figure of 22,454 recorded in June 2025 alongside 91 validated new addresses registered following the Census. The suburb's density stands at 2,538 persons per square kilometer, which places the community within the top quarter among nationwide areas evaluated by AreaSearch. Over the preceding ten-year timeframe, the locality experienced steady demographic expansion marked by a 0.5% compound annual growth rate, outperforming its broader SA3 district.
Incoming overseas migration served as the principal driver of this demographic trajectory, functioning as virtually the exclusive source of inbound population additions over recent intervals. Projections compiled by AreaSearch incorporate data published by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024 using 2022 as their starting baseline for SA2 divisions. Where specific SA2 locations lack direct coverage, figures are supplemented using the 2023 Regional/LGA dataset from the VIC State Government, adjusting numbers via a weighted aggregation framework to translate LGA trends down to the SA2 level. In addition, aggregated cohort growth rates by age are utilized across all geographic zones for the span between 2032 and 2041. Future demographic modelling indicates expansion rates in the bottom quarter relative to wider Australian locales; the suburb is projected to add 724 persons up to 2041 according to recent annual ERP baselines, translating into an overall gain of 3.2% across the 16-year horizon.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
638 new dwellings have been approved in Balwyn North over the past five years, an average of 127 a year. That places the area in the 69th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 128 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 74% 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 building authorisations in Balwyn North have maintained an annual pace of roughly 127 dwellings, representing 638 homes over the course of the previous 5 financial years. With an average addition of only 0.8 new residents per year per dwelling constructed across the last 5 financial years (from FY-22 through FY-26), the influx of new housing equals or exceeds local absorption, ensuring broad availability for purchasers and accommodating growth above current population expectations. Furthermore, newly approved residences carry an average estimated construction value of $1,326,000, pointing toward a strategic builder emphasis on high-end, luxury developments.
Non-residential activity remained modest, with only $7.0 million in commercial approvals lodged over the present financial year. Relative to metropolitan benchmarks across Greater Melbourne, building activity in Balwyn North is slightly elevated (tracking 11.0% above the regional average per capita across the 5-year timeline), sustaining buyer variety while keeping underlying housing demand stable. Construction approvals consist predominantly of standalone houses at 74.0%, while townhouses and unit developments account for 26.0%, reinforcing the established low-density character and offering spacious options tailored for families. Generating approximately 149 people per dwelling approval, the neighborhood firmly exhibits low-density suburban traits. Forecasts indicate that Balwyn North is set to increase its community by 713 residents by 2041 (assessed from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on ongoing construction approval volumes, emerging residential development appears well placed to satisfy demographic demand, fostering favourable conditions for purchasers and potentially enabling population increases beyond existing baseline projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Balwyn North
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Balwyn North, worth an estimated $34 million. A further 119 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $69.4 billion. 31 are already under construction and 48 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Urban performance is significantly shaped by municipal capital works, major developments, and regional planning initiatives. Within Balwyn North, AreaSearch has highlighted 10 projects positioned to influence the immediate area. Notable developments include the North Balwyn Village Upgrade, 2 Sylvander Street Townhouses, Verdure Balwyn North, alongside the Kew Golf Club Residential Development, which stand among the key initiatives outlined below.
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North Balwyn Village Upgrade
Streetscape and public space enhancement project for the North Balwyn Village shopping precinct. The scope includes refining designs for improved pedestrian amenities, garden beds, tree planting, and streetscape character enhancements. As of April 2026, the council is refining the draft design and conducting community consultations to prioritize specific improvements.
2 Sylvander Street Townhouses
An exclusive residential development comprising four meticulously designed luxury townhouses, each featuring three or four spacious bedrooms across three levels. The residences boast premium features including Miele appliances, oak floorboards, stone benchtops, wine cellars, and private courtyards with estimated completion in early 2026.
Verdure Balwyn North
Medium-density residential development on Doncaster Road, located near the Riverside Estate area in Balwyn North. Part of the ongoing residential development in the established eastern suburbs corridor.
White & Weston Balwyn Village
A sophisticated collection of 45 two, three and four-bedroom apartments across a low-rise three-level building designed by Cera Stribley with gardens by Jack Merlo. Features a full-line Coles supermarket at ground level, opposite Balwyn Park with premium finishes including Miele appliances, a 7.5-star NatHERS rating, and an energy-optimised design aligned with Sustainability Victoria's Whole of Home Initiative. Construction has commenced, with demolition completed and builders mobilising on site.
337 Doncaster Road Townhouses
A luxury residential development consisting of three modern 2-storey townhouses featuring 3- and 4-bedroom configurations. Each townhouse includes premium finishes such as oak timber floorboards, Miele appliances, stone benchtops, 2PAC cabinetry, grey terrazzo bathroom tiles, and freestanding bathtubs. Internal sizes range from 147mý to 191mý with double garages and modern amenities throughout.
Bulleen Park Sports Upgrade
The Bulleen Park Sports Upgrade is a comprehensive redevelopment transforming local sporting facilities in Melbourne's north east as part of North East Link's investment. The project includes two new replacement pavilions with modern changerooms and facilities, three realigned and upgraded AFL-standard sports ovals with synthetic cricket pitches, improved sports field lighting, upgraded cricket nets and fencing, new playground equipment and park amenities, enhanced pedestrian connectivity with lighting, and reconfigured car parking. Construction commenced in early 2025 following contract award in late January 2025, with major works now well advanced including piling for both pavilions and oval earthworks.The project is being delivered by Development Victoria with head contractor Built Environs and architect Williams Ross. The facilities will benefit Yarraleen Cricket Club, Bulleen Templestowe District Junior Football Club, and Yarra Junior Football League. Sporting ovals and pavilion are under a 12-month closure to fast-track delivery, with reopening targeted for March 2027. Upon completion, the park will remain owned and managed by Manningham Council.
North East Link
The North East Link is Victoria's largest road project, featuring 6.5km twin three-lane tunnels to connect the M80 Ring Road at Greensborough to the Eastern Freeway at Bulleen. As of May 2026, Tunnel Boring Machines Zelda and Gillian are carving out the tunnels between Watsonia and Bulleen. The project involves a massive upgrade of the Eastern Freeway with new express lanes, Melbourne's first dedicated busway, and 34km of walking and cycling paths. Recent milestones include the approval of the Urban Design and Landscape Plan for the Tram Road to Springvale Road section and the commencement of the Elder Street landscaped bridge in Watsonia.
North East Link - Doncaster Interchange Upgrades
Major reconstruction of the Doncaster Interchange as part of the North East Link and Eastern Freeway Upgrades. The existing Doncaster Road bridge was demolished in early January 2026 and is being rebuilt taller and wider to carry 10 lanes of traffic and accommodate Melbourne's first dedicated Eastern Busway beneath. A new multi-level car park (435 spaces), three longer bus platforms, a passenger services building, and improved pedestrian and cycling links form the upgraded Doncaster Park and Ride.The city-side of the new bridge is now open to traffic, with the Doncaster interchange targeted for completion in late 2026. The park and ride building is targeted for 2027, with the Eastern Busway opening in 2028 alongside the broader North East Link.
11,910 residents of Balwyn North are employed, from a labour force of 12,337. Unemployment sits at 3.5%, with participation at 65.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 18,294, about 81% 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 labour force in Balwyn North is characterised by strong educational qualifications and significant concentrations in professional sectors, accompanied by a low unemployment rate of 3.5% and a 1.7% expansion in overall employment over the prior twelve months. As of March 2026, employed residents total 11,910, keeping the local jobless rate 1.3% under the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 4.8%, while the labor market participation rate is slightly subdued at 65.1% against the metropolitan figure of 70.1%. Census records further highlighted that 41.3% of workers carried out their roles from home, a metric influenced by prevailing Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary sectors supporting local workers include health care & social assistance, professional & technical roles, alongside retail trade. Professional & technical industries represent a distinct area of local specialisation, recording a workforce proportion 1.4 times greater than the broader metropolitan standard. Conversely, the construction industry is underrepresented, engaging just 6.2% of the local workforce relative to 9.7% across Greater Melbourne. Given the gap between the Census count of local jobs and resident workers, this primarily suburban enclave features comparatively limited commercial employment within its immediate borders. AreaSearch evaluations of ABS and SALM releases reveal that across the year leading into March 2026, employment grew by 1.7% while the overall labor force expanded by 2.5%, driving an increase in the unemployment rate of 0.8 percentage points. Across Greater Melbourne over the identical timeframe, employment climbed by 2.1% and the labor force increased by 2.3%, yielding an unemployment uptick of 0.2 percentage points. Longer-range national projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide supplementary perspective on future employment trends for Balwyn North. When mapped against the local industry distribution, these national forecasts—which predict nationwide employment gains of 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years—suggest local job volumes could rise by 7.2% over five years and 14.6% over ten years (noting this calculation represents a simple weighted extrapolation for illustration and excludes localized demographic forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Balwyn North is $2,350 a week (about $122,000 a year), with median personal income at $852 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,759 a year against an average of $92,673. The average runs 69% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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Taxation statistics from the ATO aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show Balwyn North SA2 recording a median individual taxpayer income of $54,759 alongside an average of $92,673, standing well above typical Australian levels even as Greater Melbourne recorded a higher median of $57,688 but a lower average of $75,164. Factoring in Wage Price Index movement of 9.62% since financial year 2023 yields updated modeled benchmarks of approximately $60,027 for median earnings and $101,588 on average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed weekly household earnings in the 85th percentile ($2,350 weekly), contrasting with individual income sitting at the 59th percentile.
High earners are prevalent, with 27.7% of residents (6,222 people) falling into the $4000+ category, differing from the wider metropolitan zone where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket leads at 32.8%. Overall, 39.9% of income earners take home above $3,000/week, highlighting substantial local purchasing power. Housing commitments absorb 14.8% of income, net earnings position the community within the 86th percentile for disposable funds, and the suburb attains a SEIFA income rank in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Balwyn North had 7,021 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 83% detached houses and 3% apartments. 33% are owned with a mortgage, 20% rented and 47% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $554 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,102 a month, a total housing cost higher than 81% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 23.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The local housing stock in Balwyn North at the most recent Census was composed of 83.3% separate houses and 16.8% other dwelling types including townhouses and apartments, contrasting with Greater Melbourne where standalone houses comprised 67.9% and alternative residences accounted for 32.1%. Outright property ownership was exceptionally prevalent at 47.0%, well ahead of wider metropolitan levels, while remaining properties were either held with a mortgage (33.1%) or occupied by tenants (19.9%). Typical monthly mortgage commitments stood at $3,102, notably higher than the metropolitan benchmark of $2,000 and the national standard of $1,863.
In the rental segment, median weekly costs reached $554, surpassing both the Melbourne metro median of $390 and the wider Australian average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Balwyn North counted 7,021 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,467 today, averaging 2.9 people each. 48% are couples with children, more than in 93% of areas nationally, against 21% couples without children. 17% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family living arrangements form the clear majority in the suburb, representing 81.4% of all households. This group consists of 47.7% couples with children, 21.3% couples without children, and 11.6% single parent households. The remaining 18.6% comprises non-family setups, consisting of single-person households at 16.8% and shared group accommodation at 1.8%. The average household size stands at 2.9 people, exceeding the Greater Melbourne standard of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
50.9% of adults in Balwyn North hold a university qualification, including 32.8% with a bachelor degree and 13.8% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 90% of areas nationally. A further 7.6% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 3,999 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,142 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 attainment throughout Balwyn North substantially outstrips broader standards, with 50.9% of residents aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, compared against 30.4% across Australia and 33.4% across VIC. This high concentration of qualifications prepares the area well for knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the single largest credential at 32.8%, complemented by postgraduate qualifications (13.8%) and graduate diplomas (4.3%). Vocational certifications account for 17.3% among individuals aged 15+, comprising advanced diplomas (9.7%) as well as certificates (7.6%). Active participation in education is elevated, with 34.0% of the population currently undertaking formal studies.
This total encompasses 11.7% attending secondary schools, 9.5% enrolled in primary education, and 8.5% engaged in tertiary institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Balwyn North reaches 108 stops on 26 routes, timetabled for about 9,200 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 1.6 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 connectivity in Balwyn North comprises 108 operational stops spanning a network of lightrail and bus connections. Across 26 separate routes, the network provides 9,150 weekly passenger trips. Transit access is favourable, with residents situated an average distance of 212 meters from their nearest transit node. Due to the area's residential profile, outward commuting is standard, with personal vehicles accounting for 87% of passenger journeys. Household motor vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per dwelling, higher than the regional average, while 41.3% of the workforce worked from home during the 2021 Census under prevailing COVID-19 settings.
Transit schedules deliver an average of 1,307 trips per day across the collective route network, representing around 84 weekly trips per stop. The associated mapping displays the 100 closest transit stops relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
77.8% of residents in Balwyn North report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 99% of areas nationally. 4.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 66.8% 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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Evaluations by AreaSearch regarding mortality and long-term illness indicate exceptional health profiles across Balwyn North, highlighted by minimal incidence of typical chronic ailments across all age brackets. Private health insurance membership is extraordinarily widespread, covering approximately 67% of residents (15,006 people). This exceeds the 56.7% proportion seen across Greater Melbourne as well as the national rate of 55.7%. The two most prevalent health issues recorded locally are arthritis and asthma, affecting 5.6 and 5.5% of residents respectively, whereas 77.8% of the local population reported experiencing no long-term medical conditions, outperforming the Greater Melbourne figure of 72.6%.
The suburb includes 4,257 people aged 65 and over, making up 18.9% of all residents, which is above the 15.1% metropolitan benchmark. Wellbeing outcomes among older demographics remain robust, exhibiting national performance levels that mirror the wider community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
44.4% of Balwyn North residents were born overseas and 48.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 88% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (25.9%) and English (14.6%). 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 Balwyn North, where 44.4% of the population was born abroad and 48.9% speak a non-English language at home. Christianity represents the most widely held faith, practiced by 44.9% of the local population. Buddhism displays the most notable relative concentration, accounting for 6.0% of local residents compared with 4.2% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding ancestral background based on parents' country of birth, the three largest cohorts in Balwyn North are Chinese at 25.9% (considerably above the metropolitan figure of 6.5%), English at 14.6% (below the wider regional standard of 20.1%), and Australian at 11.6% (trailing the 18.4% regional average).
Other notable cultural representations include individuals of Greek descent at 6.6% (against 2.7% regionally), Italian heritage at 7.3% (against 5.2%), and Sri Lankan ancestry at 0.8% (matching the 0.8% metropolitan figure).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Balwyn North is 42. 26.9% 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 structure of Balwyn North aligns relatively well with the wider metropolitan profile, with the maximum variation across the four primary age brackets measuring 12.0 percentage points. As at August 2026, the estimated median age is 42, matching the figure from the 2021 Census and sitting 5 years above the Greater Melbourne median of 37 recorded during that Census. Across cohorts, mature adults and early retirees aged 45 - 64 reduced their share from 29.6% at the Census to an estimated 27.6%. Looking ahead to 2041, older residents aged 65+ are anticipated to generate the majority of population expansion, adding 1,155 residents (27%) to total 5,412.
Conversely, child, young adult, and 45 - 64 cohorts are anticipated to contract over this interval.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Balwyn North
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 5 months ago all 4 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 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 91 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (21,123 at the 2021 Census → 22,465 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 (207011148). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.