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Brookfield has an estimated 10,665 residents, up from 9,829 at the 2021 Census — a change of 836 people, or 8.5%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years. 301 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 52.5% of that increase. That puts 998 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Brookfield stands at approximately 10,665 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 836 people (8.5%) from the 9,829 residents recorded during the 2021 Census. This change is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 10,665 combined with 301 validated new addresses registered since the Census. The population density is 997 persons per square kilometer, a figure that aligns closely with the average across other analyzed areas. Over the past ten years, Brookfield has shown steady development with a 2.1% compound annual growth rate, which is faster than Greater Melbourne.
The main driver of this population increase has been overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 52.5% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch uses population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For regions not covered by these statistics, projections are derived from the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA data, scaled from LGA to SA2 levels using a weighted aggregation method. Age group growth rates from these models are projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these demographic forecasts, Brookfield is expected to see rapid growth that ranks in the top 10 percent of all statistical areas nationwide. The population is projected to expand by 4,322 persons by 2041 compared to the most recent annual ERP data, which represents an overall increase of 40.5% over the 16 years.
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312 new dwellings have been approved in Brookfield over the past five years, an average of 62 a year. That places the area in the 75th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 45 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 89% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 34, 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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Brookfield has recorded an average of approximately 62 new dwelling approvals annually, resulting in a total of 312 residential properties over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 32 approvals have been documented so far. An average of 2.5 new residents was added for each completed home between FY-21 and FY-25, pointing to solid demand that is likely to sustain local property values. The average construction cost for these new homes is $240,000, which is below the regional benchmark and represents a more budget-friendly option for buyers.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, development intensity in Brookfield is low, tracking 75.0% below regional average per person. This restricted volume of new housing generally helps maintain demand and support prices for established properties. The mix of new construction is heavily weighted toward single houses at 89.0%, with townhouses or apartments making up the remaining 11.0%, preserving the conventional suburban character of the area for families wanting space. There are approximately 194 people for every dwelling approval, reflecting a growing local market. Based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch, Brookfield is projected to add 4,322 residents by 2041. If residential construction volumes remain at their current levels, the supply of new homes may not keep pace with population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Brookfield
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 7 current infrastructure and development projects inside Brookfield, worth an estimated $2.13 billion. A further 173 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $81 billion. 93 are already under construction and 63 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and communities. 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, planning schemes, and developments are key drivers of regional growth. AreaSearch has identified 18 projects expected to influence the local area. The most significant of these include the Scenic Botanica Estate, the Toolern Precinct Structure Plan Refresh (Amendment C232melt), the Melton Line Upgrade and Level Crossing Removals, and the Fieldstone Way Reserve Upgrade.
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Toolern Precinct Structure Plan Refresh (Amendment C232melt)
A refresh of the Toolern Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) and Development Contributions Plan (DCP) covering approximately 2,400 hectares in Melbourne's western growth corridor at Melton. The original PSP was first gazetted in 2010 and is intended to deliver a major new community planned for around 55,000 residents and 30,000 jobs, anchored by the Cobblebank Metropolitan Activity Centre. Amendment C232melt updates the framework to address infrastructure funding gaps, adjusts development contribution rates, and refreshes planning provisions.At the Ordinary Meeting on 23 June 2025, Melton City Council resolved to adopt the amendment and submit it to the Minister for Planning. As of early 2026, the amendment remains with the Minister for final approval.
Kolorer College (formerly Cobblebank Secondary School)
New government secondary school that opened for Term 1 2026 as Kolorer College following consultation with Traditional Owners and the community. The supported inclusion school initially opened to Year 7 students and will expand by one year level annually. Stage 1 includes administration and learning buildings, specialist technology, science and arts spaces, a community hub, indoor sports facilities, hardcourts and outdoor sports facilities.
Scenic Botanica Estate
Scenic Botanica is a master-planned residential community of over 800 families in Brookfield, featuring generously sized lots from 400-800 sqm, water-sensitive urban design, landscaped parks, ovals, walking and cycling tracks, a natural gorge system with reservoir views, a new primary school, and future neighbourhood activity centre with shops. The estate emphasizes connection to nature, wellbeing, and sustainable community living on Melbourne's western fringe.
Melton Line Upgrade and Level Crossing Removals
A major Victorian Government rail program that combines the removal of four level crossings in Melton and Truganina (Coburns Road, Exford Road, Ferris Road and Hopkins Road) with a wider upgrade of the Melton Line. New rail bridges will carry trains over Coburns and Exford roads, while new road bridges will be built over the rail line at Ferris Road and Hopkins Road, with shared walking and cycling paths. A new elevated Melton Station with four platforms will be built to suit longer 9-car VLocity trains and accommodate Ballarat services, with an accessible pedestrian link, lifts, a relocated bus interchange, pick-up and drop-off zones, an air-conditioned waiting room and staffed ticket office.A new train stabling yard is also being built at Cobblebank near Abey Road, around 700 metres east of the new Melton Station, to house the new fleet and be future-proofed for electrification. Once complete, the upgrade is expected to lift peak passenger capacity on the line by about 50 per cent and remove boom gates from the section, easing congestion for around 73,000 vehicles a day. All four level crossings are due to be gone and the new Melton Station open in 2026, two years ahead of the original schedule, with longer 9-car VLocity trains running on the line from 2027.
Maplewood Estate
Maplewood Estate is a master-planned residential community in Melton South, Victoria, featuring 706 land allotments with wetlands, parks, and open spaces. Developed by Golden Group, it offers urban convenience and family living, located minutes from public transport, schools, colleges, and amenities, approximately 35km from Melbourne CBD.
Melton South Primary School Upgrade
Major infrastructure upgrade for the primary school to accommodate growing student population in Melbourne's west. Part of the government's education infrastructure investment program.
Fieldstone Way Reserve Upgrade
Minor park revitalisation including a multi-play structure designed to offer diverse and engaging activities for children. The addition of an accessible basket swing will cater to all abilities, ensuring inclusivity, while the rocker and see-saw swing will provide motion play experiences. A new picnic setting will be incorporated into the shelter area. The landscaping around the playground will be upgraded with new plantings and shaded areas to create a more inviting and pleasing environment.
Hopkins Road Level Crossing Removal - Truganina
Removal of the dangerous level crossing at Hopkins Road through the construction of a new road bridge over the rail line. The project features a dedicated shared use path for pedestrians and cyclists, vibrant purple bridge facades inspired by local wildflowers, and extensive native landscaping. As of May 2026, final bridge works and asphalting are completing, with the bridge scheduled to open to traffic on May 18, 2026, followed by the permanent removal of boom gates by late May.
4,887 residents of Brookfield are employed, from a labour force of 5,365. Unemployment sits at 8.9%, with participation at 66.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.1% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,317, 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 resident workforce in Brookfield is characterized by skilled workers, with a notable concentration in the construction industry. The area has an unemployment rate of 8.9% and saw an estimated 1.0% growth in jobs over the previous year. As of March 2026, there are 4,887 employed residents, and the unemployment rate is 4.1% higher than the 4.8% rate recorded for Greater Melbourne, indicating potential for progress. The labor force participation rate stands at 66.9%, which is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 70.2%. Census data indicates that 17.0% of the working population operated from home, though this figure was likely influenced by Covid-19 restrictions.
The top industries employing local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and transport, postal & warehousing. The local workforce has a strong concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, with its share of employment reaching 2.3 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for 4.0% of the local workforce compared to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that local job opportunities within the suburb are limited. An analysis of SALM and ABS data by AreaSearch indicates that during the 12 months leading up to March 2026, employment grew by 1.0% while the total labor force expanded by 1.9%, leading to a 0.8 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded a 2.1% rise in employment, a 2.3% increase in the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. Long-term employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia published in May-25 offer additional perspective on future labor demand in Brookfield. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential changes. While overall national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary by sector. Applying these national industry trends to the Brookfield workforce mix indicates local employment could rise by 6.1% over five years and 12.7% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population growth forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Brookfield is $1,627 a week (about $85,000 a year), with median personal income at $700 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $50,230 a year against an average of $56,254. 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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Data from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year indicates that personal income levels in the Brookfield SA2 are below the national average. The median income for taxpayers in the area is $50,230, while the average income is $56,254, compared to Greater Melbourne figures of $57,688 and $75,164. Factoring in a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $55,062 for median income and $61,666 for average income. The 2021 Census confirms that household, family, and personal incomes in Brookfield are modest, falling between the 28th and 43rd percentiles.
Income distribution data shows that 36.8% of residents (3,924 people) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, which is comparable to the wider region where 32.8% of the population falls into this bracket. Housing costs present a major challenge, leaving residents with only 83.1% of their income, which puts the area in the 42nd percentile for affordability.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Brookfield had 3,071 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 89% detached houses and 0% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 26% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,658 a month. Rent absorbs 21.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.5%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the most recent Census, the housing stock in Brookfield consisted of 88.9% detached houses and 11.1% other dwelling styles, such as semi-detached homes and apartments. This differs from metropolitan Melbourne, where houses make up 67.9% of dwellings and other styles comprise 32.1%. Home ownership rates in Brookfield lag behind the metropolitan average at 25.9%, with the remaining properties occupied by households with a mortgage (47.3%) or tenants renting (26.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,658, and the median weekly rent was $350, both of which are lower than the metropolitan Melbourne figures of $2,000 and $390.
On a national scale, Brookfield's mortgage costs are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Brookfield counted 3,071 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 3,332 today, averaging 3.1 people each. 43% are couples with children, more than in 86% of areas nationally, against 22% couples without children. 19% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 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 79.8%, with couples with children representing 43.2%, couples without children at 21.5%, and single parents at 14.0%. The remaining 20.2% are non-family households, which consist of lone person households at 18.8% and group living situations at 1.4%. The median household size of 3.1 persons is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
19.3% of adults in Brookfield hold a university qualification, including 13.1% with a bachelor degree and 4.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 25.0% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,415 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,015 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 outcomes in the area show that university qualification rates are at 19.3%, which is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. Among those with higher education, bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.1%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 4.3% and graduate diplomas at 1.9%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 36.6% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.6% and certificates at 25.0%. A high proportion of the population is engaged in study, with 33.7% of residents enrolled in an educational institution.
This group includes 13.9% in primary school, 8.9% in high school, and 3.5% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Brookfield reaches 24 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 1,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 440 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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Analysis of the local transit network shows there are 24 active bus stops in Brookfield. These stops are served by 7 separate routes that combine to provide 1,094 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is moderate, with residents living an average of 443 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and the majority of working residents commute to other areas, with 92% traveling by car and 6% by train. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.6, which is higher than the regional average. Census data from 2021 indicates that 17.0% of residents worked from home, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.
Bus services run at an average frequency of 156 trips per day across the network, which translates to roughly 45 weekly trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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71.9% of residents in Brookfield report no long-term health condition. 6.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.2 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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General health indicators for Brookfield residents are positive, with AreaSearch's analysis of mortality and chronic conditions showing figures that align with national averages. The prevalence of common illnesses is low within the general community, although it rises among older, high-risk groups. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at approximately 48% of the population (~5,065 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent health issues in the area, affecting 8.0% and 7.9% of residents.
Meanwhile, 71.9% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Residents under the age of 65 experience better health outcomes than average. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 13.6% of the population (1,453 people), which is lower than the 15.0% average for Greater Melbourne. Health measures for this older demographic present some difficulties and rank lower nationally than the general population of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
35.2% of Brookfield residents were born overseas and 36.7% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 79% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (20.5%) and English (19.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Brookfield displays a high level of cultural diversity, with 35.2% of residents born outside of Australia and 36.7% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 50.9% of the population. The most notable religious difference is in the Other category, which represents 7.2% of residents in Brookfield compared to 2.3% in Greater Melbourne. Regarding parental ancestry, the three largest groups in Brookfield are Other at 20.8% (above the regional average of 14.6%), Australian at 20.5%, and English at 19.6%. There are also specific ethnic concentrations that differ from the wider region, with Maltese residents representing 3.9% of the population (compared to 1.1% regionally), Samoan residents at 1.6% (compared to 0.3%), and Serbian residents at 0.7% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Brookfield is 33, younger than 88% of areas nationally. 25.5% 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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Brookfield has a median age of 33, making it younger than Greater Melbourne's median of 37 and the national average of 38. The area has a higher proportion of residents aged 5 - 14 (16.7%) but fewer residents aged 25 - 34 (13.0%) compared to Greater Melbourne. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 3.4% to 5.1%, while the 25 to 34 age bracket has decreased from 14.6% to 13.0%. Long-term forecasts to 2041 suggest changing demographics, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 60%, adding 710 people to reach a total of 1,895.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Brookfield
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 7 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 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 — 301 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,829 at the 2021 Census → 10,665 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 (213041571). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.