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Brunswick - South has an estimated 16,424 residents, up from 12,983 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,441 people, or 26.5%. Growth has averaged 1.5% a year over five years, faster than 94% of areas nationally. 1,062 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 70.9% of that increase. That puts 6,016 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 Brunswick - South stands at approximately 16,424 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 3,441 people (26.5%) compared to the 12,983 people documented in the 2021 Census. This upward trajectory is determined using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population figure of 15,366 alongside 1,062 validated new addresses identified post-Census. With 6,016 persons per square kilometer, the locale registers in the top 10% nationwide for population density, underlining strong competition for local real estate. Outpacing Victoria's state benchmark of 9.5% and exceeding countrywide figures, Brunswick - South's 26.5% post-2021 Census expansion cements its position as a regional pace-setter.
Inbound overseas migration served as the foremost catalyst, generating roughly 70.9% of recent net additions, while natural increases and interstate arrivals also delivered positive contributions. Forecast modeling by AreaSearch incorporates SA2 projections published by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024 (benchmarked to 2022). Where local SA2 coverage is absent, 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA figures are utilized through a weighted distribution method transferring LGA expansion down to SA2 zones. Furthermore, age-segmented expansion rates derived from these aggregations are applied to all territories for 2032 through 2041. Supported by these anticipated demographic movements, the district is slated for top 10 percent nationwide growth, expanding by 8,628 persons to 2041 relative to the newest annual ERP figures, constituting a cumulative rise of 46.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,645 new dwellings have been approved in Brunswick - South over the past five years, an average of 329 a year. That places the area in the 84th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 20 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 329 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 2% 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 approvals across Brunswick - South have held an annual pace of roughly 329 dwellings, totaling 1,645 homes across the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Because incoming population averaged merely 0.7 new residents per year per approved residence over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), additions to stock have kept pace with or outstripped incoming demand, widening buyer opportunities and setting the stage for growth beyond baseline forecasts, while residential construction costs average $524,000 per dwelling. Furthermore, the submission of $8.4 million in commercial development approvals during the current financial year highlights the district's overwhelmingly residential profile.
When measured on a per-capita basis, construction volume in Brunswick - South exceeds Greater Melbourne by 108.0%, widening purchasing opportunities. This rate places well above the countrywide standard, signaling substantial developer interest. Recent building pipeline statistics indicate that detached dwellings account for 2.0%, with townhouses or apartments comprising 98.0%. This pivot toward medium and high-density formats provides entry-level pathways suited to first-home buyers, downsizers, and investors. This signals a notable departure from the existing dwelling stock (where standalone houses comprise 28.0%), reflecting constraints on land parcels as well as evolving lifestyle preferences and affordability considerations. Recording roughly 50 people per approval, the suburb displays the hallmarks of an evolving urban area. Looking toward future expansion, the locality is projected to add 7,570 residents through to 2041 based on AreaSearch's latest quarterly calculations. Provided construction continues at current volumes, the incoming residential supply appears well-positioned to absorb future demand, establishing favorable purchasing environments and facilitating gains above standard demographic projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Brunswick - South
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 15 current infrastructure and development projects inside Brunswick - South, worth an estimated $2.49 billion. A further 151 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $44.5 billion. 49 are already under construction and 54 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Strategic planning policies, major developments, and capital infrastructure works play a pivotal role in shaping local performance. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 23 projects likely to influence the area. Prominent undertakings encompass the Australian Liquorice Factory Redevelopment, the Brunswick and Parkville Level Crossing Removals, the Albert Street Stockland Development, and Brunswick Established - 23 Hodgson Street, with key details provided below.
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Brunswick and Parkville Level Crossing Removals
The project removes 8 level crossings on the Upfield Line between Albion Street, Brunswick and Park Street, Parkville by constructing a 2.1km elevated rail bridge. It includes building two new accessible stations in Brunswick to replace existing stations, unlocking new community open space and upgraded walking and cycling paths. Early works are scheduled to begin in 2028, with major construction starting in 2029 and project completion in 2030.
Australian Liquorice Factory Redevelopment
Redevelopment of the historic Australian Liquorice Factory site featuring four multi-storey mixed-use residential buildings across 10 levels offered as a Build-to-Rent-to-Own model. The campus-style development delivers over 280 apartments, approximately 2,300 sqm of office space and 1,500 sqm of retail space. The project preserves the heritage-listed brick chimney and associated firebox as the central focus of the public realm, celebrating the sites industrial heritage within Brunswicks Activity Centre.
Saxon Street by Milieu
Nine-level mixed-use development by Milieu with 78 apartments (one, two and three-bedroom), ground-floor retail space, and a communal rooftop terrace with city views. Designed by Jackson Clements Burrows Architects, interiors by DesignOffice, landscaping by OCULUS. Located on the corner of Dawson and Saxon Street in the Merri-bek Arts and Culture Precinct, adjacent to Brunswick Baths, Library, Town Hall and Balam Balam Place. All-electric operation, average 7.5-star NatHERS rating, rooftop solar PV, EV charging readiness, natural ventilation and passive design.Replaces the former Brosnan Centre. Builder is Manresa Constructions (McCorkell Brown Group). Move-in scheduled for early 2027.
Brunswick Established - 23 Hodgson Street
A limited collection of 23 sustainable heritage townhomes by Beulah, designed by Six Degrees Architects and built by Level 10. The project retains the 1920s industrial brick facade and delivers all-electric homes with recycled materials, EV charging, solar, and rainwater harvesting. Construction is underway with move-in targeted for 2026.
Assemble Brunswick
A build-to-rent-to-buy precinct of four multi-storey buildings on the former Australian Licorice Company factory site, adjacent to Brunswick railway station. The approved plans deliver 268 apartments (19 studio, 83 one-bedroom, 131 two-bedroom and 35 three-bedroom) plus around 5125 square metres of commercial and retail space across up to eight tenancies, and a 1400 square metre public plaza. The heritage-listed brick chimney and firebox from the former factory, along with two Victorian-era terrace houses, are retained and integrated into the design.Assemble is developing the site with Hacer Group as main contractor and Fieldwork Architects as design partner.
Albert Street Stockland Development
Mixed-use residential development by Stockland on a former timber yard site at 429-435 Albert Street, Brunswick West, opposite Clifton Park. Council refused an initial permit for 155 apartments and townhouses; VCAT approved a revised scheme of 129 apartments and townhouses in May 2022. In July 2026, Stockland lodged a substantially larger proposal for 223 apartments in an 11-storey building, designed by Jackson Clements Burrows Architects, filed under the state's Development Facilitation Program pathway. The new plans include 185 basement car spaces across two levels, ground floor retail, and a 3 percent affordable housing contribution to the Social Housing Growth Fund.
Piedimonte Supermarket Redevelopment
The Piedimonte Supermarket Redevelopment is a mixed-use project in Fitzroy North that received VCAT approval in May 2021. The plan involves the demolition of the existing 1960s supermarket to make way for a new two-level 5,473sqm supermarket, 66 apartments, townhouses, and a cafe. The project includes the restoration of heritage facades on Scotchmer and Best Streets. As of April 2026, the project is under review by the developer following Yarra City Council's September 2025 decision to reject the sale of a critical laneway required for the full scope of the approved design.
Brunswick Early Years Hub
New integrated early years facility providing kindergarten, childcare and maternal health services. Features sustainable design with natural play areas, flexible learning spaces and community meeting rooms to support young families in Brunswick.
10,889 residents of Brunswick - South are employed, from a labour force of 11,505. Unemployment sits at 5.4%, with participation at 81.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. 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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Brunswick - South boasts a highly skilled labor pool, with the technology industry standing out notably for its share of jobs, an unemployment rate of 5.4%, and an estimated employment growth of 3.8% during the previous year. By March 2026, 10,889 residents were employed, and the local unemployment rate stood at 0.6% higher than Greater Melbourne's 4.8%, while workforce participation reached 81.4%, significantly above the Greater Melbourne figure of 70.1%. Census data indicates that 51.9% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 lockdown measures should be taken into account.
Resident workers are primarily concentrated in the professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and education & training sectors. The locality demonstrates distinct depth in professional & technical fields, capturing a proportion 1.7 times the broader metropolitan average. Conversely, the construction industry accounts for only 4.3% of local employment, trailing the 9.7% benchmark across Greater Melbourne. A balance of 0.6 workers per resident at the Census points to above-average job availability within the surrounding vicinity. AreaSearch evaluations of ABS and SALM releases show that in the 12 months to March 2026, employment grew by 3.8% against a 3.7% increase in the local workforce, preserving a steady unemployment environment. In comparison, Greater Melbourne registered job growth of 2.1% and a 2.3% rise in labor supply, with joblessness climbing 0.2 percentage points. Longer-term hiring demand in Brunswick - South can be assessed through national workforce projections released by Jobs and Skills Australia in Mar-26. Projected countrywide gains indicate a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with performance varying widely across distinct industries. When mapped to the area's industry profile, projected growth reaches 7.3% over five years and 14.7% over ten years (representing an unadjusted weighted projection for comparison that excludes localized population changes).
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Median household income in Brunswick - South is $2,126 a week (about $111,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,154 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $65,232 a year against an average of $81,087. 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 records compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate a median taxpayer return of $65,232 and an average of $81,087 for the Brunswick - South SA2. These numbers place the area at the upper tier countrywide, comparing favorably to Greater Melbourne's median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Factoring in a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, modeled figures reach roughly $71,507 (median) and $88,888 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census positions local household, family, and personal earnings between the 74th and 88th percentiles nationally.
Income distribution shows 33.2% of taxpayers (5,452 individuals) earning within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, aligning closely with the wider metropolitan rate of 32.8%. Furthermore, 32.5% collect weekly earnings above $3,000, underscoring strong purchasing capacity. Although accommodation costs absorb 16.8% of income, disposable earnings remain at the 73rd percentile, supported by a SEIFA income placement in the 9th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Brunswick - South had 5,911 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 28% detached houses and 41% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 52% rented and 22% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,018 a month, a total housing cost higher than 84% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the most recent Census, the local housing landscape in Brunswick - South consisted of 27.8% separate houses and 72.2% multi-unit, semi-detached, or other dwellings, contrasting with Greater Melbourne's split of 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative formats. Outright home ownership stood at 21.5%, lagging metropolitan levels, while 27.0% of properties were owned with a mortgage and 51.5% were tenanted. Monthly mortgage repayments averaged a median of $2,018, above the metropolitan figure of $2,000, while median weekly rent reached $450 against $390 across Greater Melbourne. Across Australia, the locality's mortgage repayments sit above the $1,863 national median, with weekly rental figures exceeding the countrywide $375 baseline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Brunswick - South counted 5,911 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,478 today, averaging 2.1 people each. 15% are couples with children, fewer than in 94% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 36% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units account for 50.0% of all households in the district, comprising couples without children at 28.1%, couples with offspring at 15.2%, and single-parent arrangements at 5.0%. The remaining 50.0% consists of non-family living situations, led by single-person dwellings at 35.8% and shared group households at 14.2%. Average household occupancy sits at 2.1 people, tracking below the Greater Melbourne median of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
61.5% of adults in Brunswick - South hold a university qualification, including 35.9% with a bachelor degree and 20.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 8.4% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,181 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,081 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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Local academic qualifications in Brunswick - South significantly outpace wider benchmarks, with 61.5% of inhabitants aged 15+ holding higher education degrees, compared to 30.4% nationally and 33.4% across VIC. This tertiary foundation positions the local community well for knowledge-sector employment. Undergraduate bachelor degrees comprise 35.9% of qualifications, followed by postgraduate degrees at 20.0% and graduate diplomas at 5.6%. In addition, technical and vocational training accounts for 16.8% among residents aged 15+, divided equally between advanced diplomas (8.4%) and vocational certificates (8.4%). Formal study engagement is substantial throughout the community, with 26.6% of residents attending an educational institution.
This proportion encompasses 13.6% in tertiary programs, 4.3% in primary schooling, and 3.4% completing secondary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Brunswick - South reaches 69 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 6,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 140 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.6 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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Commuter networks across Brunswick - South feature 69 operational transit stops encompassing both bus and lightrail connections. These boarding points are serviced across 11 individual routes, delivering 6,117 weekly passenger trips. Public connectivity is strong, with an average distance of 141 meters separating residents from their closest stop. Given the suburb's residential orientation, external commuting is typical, with private vehicle travel accounting for 47%, followed by bicycle transport at 14% and rail at 10%. Household motor vehicle ownership stands at 0.6 per dwelling, trailing the metropolitan benchmark, while 51.9% of local workers reported working from home at the 2021 Census under prevailing pandemic circumstances.
Transit schedules maintain an average of 873 trips per day across the network, translating to roughly 88 weekly trips for each designated boarding location.
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67.4% of residents in Brunswick - South report no long-term health condition. 4.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 59.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.0 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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Public health metrics compiled by AreaSearch indicate notable health challenges across Brunswick - South, with chronic illness and mortality indicators showing mild elevation among both younger cohorts and older demographics. Concurrently, private medical insurance uptake is substantial, covering approximately 60% of the population (9,837 people), higher than the 56.7% reported across Greater Melbourne. Asthma and mental health conditions represent the most prevalent diagnoses locally, affecting 9.2% and 14.4% of residents, respectively, while 67.4% indicated an absence of chronic medical conditions compared to 72.6% regionally. General wellbeing among working-age individuals mirrors wider state patterns.
Residents aged 65 and over comprise 10.4% of the population (1,709 people), below the Greater Melbourne level of 15.1%, with senior health indicators showing challenges that track alongside countrywide benchmarks.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
31.4% of Brunswick - South residents were born overseas and 22.5% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (22.9%) and Australian (18.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Brunswick - South displays substantial cultural diversity, with 31.4% of residents born abroad and 22.5% using a non-English language at home. Christianity represents the most widely held faith at 24.1% of the populace. Notably, Judaism demonstrates a distinct presence at 0.4% locally compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Evaluating parental country of birth, the primary ancestries across Brunswick - South are English (22.9%), Australian (18.0%), and Irish (11.3%). Distinct demographic differences also appear among other cultural backgrounds, with Italian heritage representing 6.9% of the area (against 5.2% regionally), Greek ancestry at 3.1% (against 2.7%), and French background at 0.8% (against 0.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Brunswick - South is 33, younger than 84% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 44.6% 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 profile of Brunswick - South is characterized by a youthful, largely pre-family cohort. August 2026 data shows that adults aged 25 - 44 constitute 52.4% of residents, compared to 32.1% across Greater Melbourne, while younger residents aged 0 - 24 represent 19.2% against a metropolitan share of 30.5%. The estimated median age as at August 2026 is 33, declining from 34 at the 2021 Census, sitting 4 years younger than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and below the national median of 38 at that Census. Since the Census, the 25 - 44 age cohort expanded from 49.5% to 52.4%.
Through to 2041, the largest numerical influx is anticipated within this 25 - 44 bracket, adding 2,960 residents (34%) to total 11,573, while the sharpest percentage surge will occur among seniors aged 65+, expanding by 85% to reach 3,155.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Brunswick - South
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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 last month 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 last month 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 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 last month all 15 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 1,062 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (12,983 at the 2021 Census → 16,424 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 (206011496). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.