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Brunswick West has an estimated 16,246 residents, up from 14,318 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,928 people, or 13.5%. Growth has averaged 1.3% a year over five years, faster than 81% of areas nationally. 307 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 89.6% of that increase. That puts 5,109 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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Demographic assessments by AreaSearch indicate that the population of Brunswick West stands at approximately 16,246 as of Aug 2026. Compared to the 14,318 residents recorded in the 2021 Census, this represents a net expansion of 1,928 people (13.5%). This demographic shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population figure of 15,988 alongside 307 validated new addresses identified following the Census. With a density of 5,108 persons per square kilometer, the locality ranks within the top 10% nationwide on AreaSearch measures, highlighting significant competition for local land. The suburb's 13.5% expansion rate since the 2021 census outpaced the broader state benchmark of 9.5% and the national baseline, establishing it as a regional frontrunner in population growth.
The primary catalyst for this influx has been net overseas migration, generating roughly 89.6% of recent population additions. Projections for each SA2 district rely on ABS/Geoscience Australia models published in 2024 using 2022 as their baseline year. Where local coverage is absent, AreaSearch draws on 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, applying a weighted aggregation approach to step figures down from LGA to SA2 tiers. Age-bracket growth rates derived from these models are incorporated across all districts between 2032 and 2041. Over this timeframe, Brunswick West is forecasted to experience exceptional growth within the top 10 percent of statistical areas across Australia, expanding by 7,857 persons to 2041 according to recent annual ERP data, translating to an aggregate gain of 46.8% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
391 new dwellings have been approved in Brunswick West over the past five years, an average of 78 a year. That places the area in the 51st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 78 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 13% 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 planning activity across Brunswick West has averaged approximately 78 building approvals per annum, totaling 391 approvals over the last 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26). Local dwelling construction has tracked alongside an intake of 2.5 new residents per year gained for each dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), underpinning property demand, while anticipated construction costs average $400,000 per home in alignment with broader regional trends. In addition, commercial approvals reached $8.0 million this financial year, underscoring the predominantly residential focus of the neighborhood.
Per-capita building volumes in Brunswick West lag significantly behind Greater Melbourne benchmarks, running 53.0% below regional average per person. Such tight supply conditions generally bolster demand and values across established dwellings. Current residential pipeline approvals are distributed between 13.0% detached houses and 87.0% medium and high-density housing. This heavy orientation toward denser formats offers entry-level price points for downsizing owner-occupiers, investors, and first-home purchasers. It also marks a structural evolution away from the existing built environment (which comprises 38.0% houses), underscoring scarce land availability alongside changing household preferences for diverse, cost-effective options. With roughly 650 people per approval, the area exhibits the characteristics of an established, mature urban market. According to the latest quarterly forecasts from AreaSearch, Brunswick West is projected to add 7,599 residents through to 2041. Should current construction volumes persist, residential deliveries could fall short of resident inflows, heightening competition across the market and placing upward pressure on property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Brunswick West
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 Brunswick West, worth an estimated $19 million. A further 119 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $22.8 billion. 32 are already under construction and 36 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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Local capital projects and urban planning decisions play a decisive role in shaping the district's trajectory. AreaSearch has pinpointed 27 active or proposed infrastructure works with potential community impact, including the Tram Power Substation - 320 Reynard Street, the 463-465 Victoria Street Townhouse Development, the Pentridge Precinct, and the Australian Liquorice Factory Redevelopment.
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Chain of Ponds Collaboration Moonee Ponds Creek Improvement
Improving the missing link linear corridor along the Moonee Ponds Creek between Albion Street and Moreland Road. The revitalization initiative transforms the degraded creek corridor into a naturalized waterway with enhanced shared paths, biodiversity habitats, open community space, and improved active transport connectivity. Delivered via the Chain of Ponds Collaboration led by Merri-bek City Council and Melbourne Water.
Parkside Parkville Residential Development
Mixed residential development by Frasers Property and Citta Property Group offering 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Features Park Club amenities including gymnasium, pool, and communal spaces. Located adjacent to Royal Park with city skyline views.
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.
463-465 Victoria Street Townhouse Development
Council issued a Notice of Decision to Grant a Planning Permit (MPS/2024/486) on May 28, 2025 for the construction of five dwellings (four 4-storey and one 3-storey) with a reduction in statutory car parking. Conditions include amended plans (e.g., deletion of the 4th storey for dwelling 5), privacy screening refinements, bicycle parking updates, materials and colors review, and ESD measures targeting a minimum average 7.0 star NatHERS rating.
Moonee Valley Racing Club Grandstand & Clubhouse Redevelopment
A $200 million redevelopment of the Moonee Valley Racecourse. Construction commenced in late 2025. The project features a new grandstand Event Centre, re-oriented racetrack, an 83-room boutique residential hotel, rooftop bar, wellness centre, and infield activation. Demolition and civil works are currently underway, with completion anticipated for the 2027 Cox Plate.
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.
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.
9,929 residents of Brunswick West are employed, from a labour force of 10,725. Unemployment sits at 7.4%, with participation at 76.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 11,935, about 73% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labor pool in Brunswick West is characterized by advanced educational qualifications and strong representation across professional services, accompanied by an unemployment rate of 7.4% and an estimated 3.2% annual job growth. In March 2026, 9,929 residents were actively employed. The local unemployment level stood 2.7% above Greater Melbourne's rate of 4.8%, while the labor participation rate reached 76.6% compared to Greater Melbourne's 70.1%. Furthermore, 42.7% of surveyed locals reported working remotely at the Census, although prevailing Covid-19 restrictions at the time should be acknowledged. Primary employment fields for the local workforce include health care & social assistance, education & training, alongside professional & technical services.
The area exhibits a distinct cluster in education & training, where local employment concentration is 1.5 times the regional level. In contrast, construction accounts for only 5.8% of employed residents compared to the 9.7% regional benchmark. Given the residential orientation of the suburb, on-site employment opportunities remain limited relative to the size of the resident workforce. AreaSearch evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics over the past 12-month period indicates a 3.2% rise in employment against a 3.7% increase in the labor force, causing an unemployment rise by 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded a 2.1% increase in employment, a 2.3% rise in the labor force, and an unemployment increase of 0.2 percentage points. Further employment outlooks from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 project nationwide employment gains of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Correlating these industry-specific projections with the local industry profile indicates potential employment increases for Brunswick West residents of 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years (noting this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
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Median household income in Brunswick West is $1,786 a week (about $93,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,002 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,667 a year against an average of $76,775. 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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Aggregated ATO taxpayer statistics for financial year 2023 compiled by AreaSearch reveal that the Brunswick West SA2 recorded a median individual income of $62,667 and an average income of $76,775. These figures exceed national standards as well as corresponding Greater Melbourne benchmarks of $57,688 and $75,164. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023 elevates estimated values to roughly $68,696 (median) and $84,161 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed individual personal earnings in the 78th percentile ($1,002 weekly), whereas household earnings reached the 52nd percentile.
A substantial 32.3% of residents (5,247 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, mirroring the broader metropolitan proportion of 32.8%. While housing costs account for 17.0% of earnings, disposable household income maintains a position in the 51st percentile, and the area sits in the 8th decile for SEIFA economic advantage.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Brunswick West had 6,415 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 38% detached houses and 42% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 49% rented and 24% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $365 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 20.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing landscape in Brunswick West is composed of 38.1% houses and 61.9% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), contrasting with the wider metropolitan profile of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership stands at 23.9%, below the Melbourne metro baseline, with the remaining private properties held under a mortgage (27.2%) or tenanted (48.9%). Typical monthly mortgage obligations aligned with Melbourne metro at $2,000, while median weekly rent was $365 against $2,000 and $390 across the wider metropolitan area. In a nationwide context, mortgage repayments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rental costs remain below the national mark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Brunswick West counted 6,415 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 7,279 today, averaging 2.1 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 85% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 38% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute 52.3% of all households in the area, divided into 23.3% couples without children, 20.7% couples with children, and 6.8% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 47.7%, driven by lone person households at 38.2% and group share homes at 9.5%. The area's median household size of 2.1 people remains below the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
52.0% of adults in Brunswick West hold a university qualification, including 30.9% with a bachelor degree and 15.7% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 92% of areas nationally. A further 11.8% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,455 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,144 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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Academic credentials in Brunswick West track well ahead of broader benchmarks, with 52.0% of the population aged 15+ possessing higher education degrees, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 33.4% in VIC. Bachelor degrees represent the single largest qualification tier at 30.9%, accompanied by postgraduate qualifications (15.7%) and graduate diplomas (5.4%). Technical and vocational training encompasses 20.9% of persons aged 15+, divided between advanced diplomas (9.1%) and certificates (11.8%). Formal study engagement is substantial across the suburb, with 28.4% of residents currently attending an educational institution. This cohort comprises 10.7% enrolled in tertiary education, 6.4% in primary education, and 4.5% attending secondary school.
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Public transport in Brunswick West reaches 78 stops on 9 routes, timetabled for about 5,000 services a week. The typical home sits about 120 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.7 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 West include 78 active public transport stops covering tram and bus modes. These facilities are served by 9 distinct transit routes, providing an aggregate of 5,036 weekly passenger trips. Network connectivity is strong, with typical walking distances to the nearest stop measuring 119 meters. As an established residential enclave, outbound travel is customary; private vehicle travel accounts for 65% of commutes, alongside 7% cycling and 6% by train. Motor vehicle ownership stands at 0.7 per dwelling, below broader metropolitan averages, while 42.7% of working residents reported working remotely in the 2021 Census during pandemic conditions.
Public transport operations generate an average of 719 daily trips across the combined transit network, representing roughly 64 weekly trips per individual stop.
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67.9% of residents in Brunswick West report no long-term health condition. 5.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 57.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.8 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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AreaSearch evaluations of mortality metrics and chronic illness incidence show below-average health indicators for Brunswick West, with recurring ailments distributed across younger and older demographics alike. Meanwhile, private health insurance uptake is notably high, covering approximately 57% of the total population (~9,260 people). Mental health conditions (12.8%) and asthma (8.9%) represent the most prevalent long-term diagnoses among local residents, while 67.9% reported no chronic medical conditions compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Health trends across working-age cohorts generally align with typical benchmarks. Residents aged 65 and over account for 11.6% of the population (1,889 people), below the 15.1% share recorded across Greater Melbourne, with senior health indicators broadly matching nationwide trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
31.1% of Brunswick West residents were born overseas and 28.7% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (20.1%) and Australian (17.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Brunswick West is pronounced relative to most domestic markets, with 31.1% of residents born abroad and 28.7% utilizing a non-English language at home. Christianity forms the most widespread religious affiliation at 35.9% of the local population. Judaism represents 0.3% of the community, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at ancestral backgrounds, English heritage accounts for 20.1% of the community, Australian ancestry represents 17.5%, and Other backgrounds comprise 12.4%. Several cultural ancestries demonstrate higher concentrations than regional averages, including Italian heritage at 9.2% of Brunswick West (vs 5.2% regionally), Greek ancestry at 4.7% (vs 2.7%), and Lebanese background at 1.1% (vs 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Brunswick West is 34, younger than 79% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 38.6% 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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Brunswick West displays a pronounced demographic skew toward young adults without children, with young to middle aged adults (25 - 44) constituting 43.9% of residents as at August 2026, compared to 32.1% across Greater Melbourne. Children and youth (0 - 24) represent 24.8% of the populace against 30.5% regionally. As at August 2026, the estimated median age is 34, having declined from 35 at the 2021 Census and sitting 3 years younger than the 37 recorded across Greater Melbourne in 2021. The 25 to 44 age cohort experienced the most visible expansion since the Census, shifting from 42.1% to 43.9% of the local profile.
By 2041, this demographic is expected to absorb the majority of population growth, adding 2,513 residents (35%) to total 9,638, while the fastest relative growth is anticipated among seniors aged 65+, expanding by 79% to 3,389.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Brunswick West
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 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 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 — 307 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (14,318 at the 2021 Census → 16,246 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 (206011107). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.