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Brighton East has an estimated 17,542 residents, up from 16,540 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,002 people, or 6.1%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years. 153 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 92.9% of that increase. That puts 3,127 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, Brighton East has a population of approximately 17,542 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,002 people (6.1%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 16,540 residents. The variation is calculated from the ABS estimated resident population of 17,486 in June 2025 and 153 validated new addresses registered since the Census. This population size corresponds to a density of 3,126 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb in the top quarter of all national areas analysed by AreaSearch. The 6.1% expansion rate of Brighton East since the 2021 census was higher than that of the wider SA3 region (6.0%), making it a local growth leader.
Overseas migration was the primary driver of this population growth, accounting for roughly 92.9% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch implements the ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline for each SA2 region. For any SA2 regions lacking this dataset, AreaSearch uses the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusting them via a weighted aggregation methodology of population growth from LGA to SA2 tiers. Age cohort growth rates derived from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the years 2032 to 2041. Future demographic projections suggest the suburb will experience population growth above the national median, with a projected increase of 2,511 residents by 2041 compared to the most recent annual ERP figures, representing a total expansion of 14.0% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
767 new dwellings have been approved in Brighton East over the past five years, an average of 153 a year. That places the area in the 75th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 9 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 136 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 20% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 98, 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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Brighton East has recorded approximately 153 residential building approvals annually, resulting in 767 residential approvals over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 90 during FY-26 to date. Given that an average of only 0.6 residents moved to the suburb for each new home constructed over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), supply matches or exceeds demand, offering purchasers more options and supporting the potential for growth beyond current projections, while newly approved homes have an average value of $581,000, showing that builders are focusing on the upscale market with high-end residential offerings.
Furthermore, $6.1 million in commercial building approvals have been logged in the current financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the suburb. Relative to Greater Melbourne, Brighton East maintains comparable development activity (per resident), keeping a market balance in line with adjacent suburbs. New construction consists of 20.0% standalone houses and 80.0% medium and high-density dwellings. This move towards higher density housing offers accessible points of entry and suits downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This is a clear shift from the existing housing stock (which consists of 71.0% houses), pointing to a reduction in vacant residential land and reflecting changing lifestyle preferences alongside a requirement for more diverse and affordable residential options. With approximately 158 residents per approved dwelling, Brighton East exhibits the profile of a low density location. Demographic projections indicate Brighton East will add 2,455 inhabitants by 2041 (starting from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch). Under ongoing construction trends, the supply of new dwellings is expected to satisfy demand easily, creating favorable buying conditions and potentially driving population growth above current forecasts.
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Development applications around Brighton East
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Brighton East, worth an estimated $142 million. A further 183 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $18.1 billion. 49 are already under construction and 56 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities 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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Local infrastructure projects, developments, and planning schemes have a significant impact on local performance. In total, 42 projects have been tracked by AreaSearch that are expected to affect the suburb. Key developments include Bayside Gallery Building Works, 111 Carpenter Brighton Townhomes, 24 Burrows Street Brighton, and Ormond Station Development (Ormond Place), with the subsequent list detailing the most relevant local projects.
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St Leonards College Expansion
Expansion of St Leonards College through the adaptive reuse of adjacent properties as an Education Centre, providing additional administration and classroom facilities within existing buildings together with new staff car and bicycle parking. The ministerial planning permit was approved in March 2024 and subsequent permit amendments were approved in February and April 2026 to refine campus works including a gatehouse, pool reception improvements, bicycle facilities and flood-related design changes.
Milli Brighton East
Contemporary village of 28 exclusive townhomes in Brighton East designed by Cera Stribley Architects and DM Property. Features 3 and 4-bedroom residences with open-plan living, inspired by natural rhythms and textures of the bay. Development includes established trees, parklands, and leafy streetscapes with proximity to Brighton Beach.
Bayside Gallery Building Works
Renovation and expansion works for the Bayside Gallery, enhancing the cultural facilities and exhibition spaces. The project includes modernization of gallery spaces, improved accessibility, and enhanced visitor amenities.
Laurel, Bentleigh (Bentleigh Club Redevelopment)
Redevelopment of the former Bentleigh Club site into Laurel, a Metro Property Development townhome project in Bentleigh. Now under construction and nearing completion, the project delivers 35 all-electric family townhomes across 4 and 5 bedroom layouts with two living zones, street frontage, deep backyards, double glazing, 7.5-star NatHERS ratings and 4.4kW solar systems. Architecture is by ClarkeHopkinsClarke with landscapes by MDG Landscape Architects, and the project is marketed by Marshall White Projects. Homes are priced from $1,595,000 with move-in expected in spring 2026.
Star of the Sea College Nano Nagle Centre
Construction of the Nano Nagle Centre as the next stage of the Star of the Sea College Master Plan. The redevelopment replaces Sebastian Hall with a modern multi-level education and community facility including two full-sized basketball courts, 900 retractable seats, flexible learning spaces, student social areas and future stages incorporating a new library and cafe. Construction commenced in 2025 with Stage 1 progressing and targeted for completion by the end of 2026.
Train and Tram Zone Activity Centres Program - Bentleigh Centre
State government planning initiative under Stage 2 of the Activity Centres Program establishing updated planning controls, height limits, and transit-oriented development frameworks within 800 metres of Bentleigh Railway Station to accommodate housing growth.
Metro Tunnel Network Upgrades - Sandringham, Werribee and Williamstown Cross-City Service
Rail network upgrade works associated with the Metro Tunnel program and the 2026 timetable changes. The Metro Tunnel is open and major construction of the five new stations and tunnels is complete, while some rail works and disruptions continue. The Werribee, Laverton and Williamstown lines now start and end at Flinders Street under the new timetable, and later in 2026 are planned to connect with the Sandringham Line to form a new cross-city service. The broader program frees capacity in the City Loop and supports more frequent services across Melbourne's rail network.
Hampton Primary School Upgrade and Modernisation
Victorian School Building Authority upgrade comprising a new gymnasium, performing arts centre, additional classrooms, relocation of an existing modular building and associated site works to modernise Hampton Primary School. Construction is underway with completion forecast for Q2 2027. Total project funding announced is AUD 9.8 million including earlier planning funding.
9,307 residents of Brighton East are employed, from a labour force of 9,578. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 65.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 14,714, about 84% 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 of Brighton East is highly educated, featuring a strong contingent in professional services, a low unemployment rate of 2.8%, and stable job conditions over the past year. In March 2026, 9,307 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 1.9% lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, while participation in the labour force was slightly below average (65.7% relative to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne). Census returns indicate that a high 49.1% of working residents performed their jobs from home, although this may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
The local workforce is concentrated in the professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and retail trade sectors. The suburb has a notable concentration in professional & technical services, with a share of employment that is 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing shows a low share of 2.6% compared to the regional average of 5.2%. This mostly residential suburb offers few local jobs, as shown by comparing the count of Census workers against local working residents. Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that during the 12 months leading to March 2026, the local labour force shrank by 0.3% and employment fell by 0.3%, with unemployment remaining steady. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1% and its labour force grow by 2.3%, alongside a 0.2 percentage point increase. The national employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 provide further context for future job demand in Brighton East. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future employment paths. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary greatly across industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the local industry mix suggests employment among residents will rise by 7.1% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (note this is a basic weighted calculation for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Brighton East is $2,720 a week (about $141,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,064 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $66,255 a year against an average of $113,323. The average runs 71% 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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The Brighton East SA2 has a median taxpayer income of $66,255 and an average taxpayer income of $113,323, according to postcode level ATO figures compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year. This represents an exceptionally high level nationally, compared to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 for Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates are approximately $72,629 (median) and $124,225 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census shows household, family, and individual incomes are highly ranked, falling between the 84th and 94th percentiles nationally.
Income distribution statistics show the $4000+ bracket is the largest, containing 35.0% of residents (6,139 people), which contrasts with the wider metropolitan region where the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is largest at 32.8%. Local economic strength is shown by the 46.6% of households earning weekly incomes above $3,000, supporting high local spending. Housing costs take up 15.0% of income, while high earnings place residents in the 94th percentile for disposable income, and the suburb's SEIFA income rank is in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Brighton East had 5,787 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 71% detached houses and 4% apartments. 37% are owned with a mortgage, 21% rented and 43% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $602 a week and the median mortgage repayment $3,335 a month, a total housing cost higher than 93% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 22.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing mix in Brighton East consisted of 71.0% houses and 29.1% alternative dwellings (such as townhouses, apartments, and other housing types), compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne. Home ownership rates in Brighton East were higher than the metropolitan Melbourne average, standing at 42.5%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgagors (36.6%) or renters (20.9%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the suburb was recorded at $3,335, and the median weekly rent was $602, compared to metropolitan averages of $2,000 and $390 respectively.
Nationally, mortgage payments in Brighton East are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Brighton East counted 5,787 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,138 today, averaging 2.7 people each. 42% are couples with children, more than in 82% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 21% 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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Families make up the majority of households at 76.9%, comprising 41.7% couples with children, 24.5% couples without children, and 10.2% single parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 23.1%, with single-person households at 21.1% and group houses at 2.0%. The median household size of 2.7 people is slightly higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
49.6% of adults in Brighton East hold a university qualification, including 32.9% with a bachelor degree and 12.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 99% of areas nationally. A further 9.5% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 3,477 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,152 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 qualifications in Brighton East are significantly higher than broader averages, with 49.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 33.4% in VIC. This educational pattern positions the suburb well for opportunities in the knowledge sector. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 32.9%, followed by postgraduate degrees (12.3%) and graduate diplomas (4.4%). Vocational education accounts for 20.6% of qualifications for those aged 15+ – consisting of advanced diplomas (11.1%) and certificates (9.5%). Enrolment in education is high, with 32.3% of the population currently undertaking formal studies.
This cohort includes 10.5% in primary schools, 10.5% in secondary schools, and 6.6% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Brighton East reaches 58 stops on 10 routes, timetabled for about 4,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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 analysis shows 58 active stops operating in Brighton East, consisting of a combination of light rail and buses. These stops are serviced by 10 separate routes, which provide 4,247 passenger journeys weekly. Transport accessibility is good, with residents living an average of 202 meters from their nearest transit stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the main transit mode at 86%, followed by trains at 6%. Car ownership averages 1.5 vehicles per household, which is higher than the regional average.
A high 49.1% of residents worked from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions). Service frequency averages 606 journeys per day across all transit routes, representing about 73 weekly trips per individual stop.
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72.5% of residents in Brighton East report no long-term health condition. 5.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 78.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.7 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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Brighton East shows positive health characteristics based on AreaSearch analysis of mortality rates and chronic health conditions, with typical levels of common illnesses across both younger and older cohorts, and private health insurance rates are exceptionally high at approximately 78% of the population (13,682 people). This compares to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. The most frequent health conditions recorded in the suburb are arthritis and asthma, affecting 7.0 and 6.4% of the population respectively, while 72.5% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
The working-age cohort shows good health with a low incidence of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 20.4% of the population (3,575 people), which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. Health profiles for older residents are positive, with national health rankings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
30.6% of Brighton East residents were born overseas and 21.6% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.3%) and Australian (20.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Brighton East exhibits a higher level of cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 30.6% of residents born outside Australia and 21.6% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the main religion, practiced by 45.1% of the local population. The most distinctive religious concentration is Judaism, which accounts for 9.4% of residents, representing a much higher share than the Greater Melbourne average of 1.0%. Regarding ancestry (referring to the country of birth of parents), the three most common backgrounds in Brighton East are English at 23.3%, Australian at 20.3%, and Other at 10.8%.
There are also notable differences in the representation of certain other communities: Polish ancestry is overrepresented at 2.4% of Brighton East (compared to 0.8% across the region), Russian ancestry at 1.6% (compared to 0.4%), and Hungarian ancestry at 0.5% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Brighton East is 44. 22.7% 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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With a median age of 44, Brighton East has an older population profile than Greater Melbourne at 37 and the national average of 38. The 45 - 54 age bracket is highly represented at 15.6% compared to Greater Melbourne, whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller at 7.1%. Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age group has increased from 12.6% to 15.6% of the population, while the 5 to 14 cohort has decreased from 14.7% to 13.0%. Demographic projections suggest the age distribution of Brighton East will change by 2041.
Leading this change, the 45 to 54 group is projected to grow by 20% (538 people), increasing from 2,733 to 3,272. The 5 to 14 age bracket is projected to see minimal growth of 1%, adding 28 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Brighton East
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 | Jul 2026 last month all 6 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 153 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (16,540 at the 2021 Census → 17,542 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 (208011170). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.