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Bruthen - Omeo has an estimated 8,658 residents, up from 8,290 at the 2021 Census — a change of 368 people, or 4.4%. Growth has averaged 1.3% a year over five years. 144 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. 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 population of Bruthen - Omeo stands at approximately 8,658 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 368 residents (4.4%) compared to the 8,290 people recorded in the 2021 Census. This adjustment stems from an ABS estimated resident population figure of 8,651 recorded in June 2025 alongside 144 validated new addresses added following the Census. With a density of 1.2 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers considerable space per resident. Outperforming the wider SA3 area (2.4%), Bruthen - Omeo's 4.4% expansion since the 2021 census positions it at the forefront of regional growth.
Interstate migration served as the primary contributor, accounting for roughly 56.7% of all population expansion in recent times, though overseas migration and natural increase also delivered positive contributions. AreaSearch is using population forecasts from ABS/Geoscience Australia for each SA2 area, which were published in 2024 and use 2022 as the reference year. For SA2 areas not included in that dataset, AreaSearch applies projections issued by the VIC State Government for regional and LGA levels in 2023. These figures are adjusted through a weighted aggregation technique that scales population growth from LGA up to SA2 scale. Age group growth rates derived from that aggregation are then applied uniformly across all areas for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Forward-looking population estimates indicate a substantial rise in the top quartile of Australia's regional areas, with growth projected to reach 3,366 additional people by 2041, starting from the most recent annual ERP population counts. This corresponds to a total increase of 38.8% over the 16-year span.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
276 new dwellings have been approved in Bruthen - Omeo over the past five years, an average of 55 a year. That places the area in the 66th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 55 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% 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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Over the preceding 5 financial years, residential building approvals in Bruthen - Omeo have averaged roughly 55 per year, resulting in 276 homes overall. Between FY-22 and FY-26 across the past 5 financial years, the influx of 1.9 people per year for every completed dwelling indicates an equilibrium between buyer interest and incoming supply that underpins market stability, with newly approved dwellings carrying an average construction value of $432,000. Meanwhile, non-residential activity remains subdued, as commercial building approvals reached $2.7 million during this financial year. Compared with Rest of Vic., construction rates per capita in Bruthen - Omeo are 14.0% lower, placing the locality in the 66th percentile nationwide.
Detached dwellings constitute the entire share of recent building permits, reinforcing the low-density character of the community and appealing to purchasers pursuing larger allotments. With roughly 190 people per approval, the district maintains a distinctly low-density footprint. Projections indicate Bruthen - Omeo will gain 3,359 residents by 2041 based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Should dwelling completions persist at current levels, incoming supply could lag demographic growth, which may heighten buyer competition and drive further asset appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Bruthen - Omeo
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks one current infrastructure or development project inside Bruthen - Omeo, worth an estimated $295 million. A further 73 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $49 billion. 21 are already under construction and 26 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, energy and residential development. 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 developments, planning schemes, and infrastructure upgrades serve as major drivers of local progress. AreaSearch has pinpointed 25 projects expected to shape the district. Notable undertakings include the Princes Highway and McEacharn Street Intersection Upgrade, Wy Yung Acres Rural Lifestyle Subdivision, Quest Bairnsdale, and Dan Murphy's Bairnsdale, with prominent works outlined below.
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Fingerboards Mineral Sands Project
The rescoped Fingerboards Mineral Sands Project by Gippsland Critical Minerals is a $295 million critical minerals mining operation in East Gippsland. Awarded Major Project Status by the Australian Government in 2026, it aims to extract rare earth elements and zircon vital for the clean energy transition. The project is currently undergoing a new Environment Effects Statement (EES) assessment and is expected to create around 400 construction and 300 ongoing jobs.
Wy Yung Acres Rural Lifestyle Subdivision
Wy Yung Acres is a multi-stage rural lifestyle residential subdivision delivering semi-rural lifestyle allotments ranging from 4,000 sqm to over 20,000 sqm just north of Bairnsdale. Civil construction and road infrastructure works are being delivered across sequential stages with full NBN capability, underground power, and protective covenants. The development caters to regional tree-changers and local lifestyle home builders across East Gippsland Shire.
Quest Bairnsdale
Construction of a three-storey, 60-room apartment hotel comprising studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom serviced apartments[cite: 1]. Developed in partnership between Dahlsens and BFN Developments, the hotel is designed to boost regional tourism and corporate accommodation capacity in East Gippsland[cite: 1]. The facility includes conference facilities, a gymnasium, business lounge, and on-site parking[cite: 1].
Dan Murphy's Bairnsdale
A 1,250 square metre state-of-the-art Dan Murphy's liquor store developed by Castlerock Property in the East Gippsland town of Bairnsdale, generating approximately 60 jobs during construction and 20 ongoing full-time, casual, and part-time positions, with a 10-year lease and emphasis on local labour and suppliers.
Princes Highway and McEacharn Street Intersection Upgrade
Construction of a new dual-lane roundabout at the Princes Highway and McEacharn Street intersection to improve safety, traffic flow, and accessibility for all road users in east Bairnsdale. Includes extra lanes on Princes Highway, realignment of Dickeson Lane, upgrades to nearby intersections like Alexander Parade and Hadfield Street, new turn lanes, and a shared path connecting to Great Alpine Road.
Paynesville Water Recycling Plant Winter Storage Project
Construction of a new 300 megalitre winter storage lagoon and associated transfer infrastructure at the Paynesville Water Recycling Plant. The project expands recycled water storage capacity to improve wet weather wastewater management, protect local waterways and support future growth across Paynesville, Eagle Point, Raymond Island, Newlands Arm and Banksia Peninsula. The project was delivered by Max Bright and Sons for East Gippsland Water and completed before winter 2026.
Lincoln Lifestyle Eagle Point
A premium masterplanned over-50s land lease community by Lincoln Place delivering 203 architecturally designed two- and three-bedroom single-storey homes on a 10.2-hectare site near Paynesville in Victoria's Gippsland Lakes region. Civil works commenced with a sod-turn ceremony on 15 March 2026, with local contractor Rowe Constructions engaged. First residents are expected in early 2027. Resort-style amenities will include a clubhouse with cinema, library and alfresco dining, a heated indoor pool, wellness centre with gym, competition bowls green, and a pickleball court.Homes are built to Liveable Housing Australia Silver Standard and include solar panels and water tanks. The land lease model means no stamp duty, entry, exit, body-corporate or council rates for homeowners.
Paynesville Slip Road Maritime Precinct Upgrade
A comprehensive upgrade of the Paynesville maritime precinct involving the replacement of aging seawalls and the construction of new jetties to provide approximately 40 new berths. The project includes a significant expansion of the boat ramp to be longer and deeper, enhanced car and boat trailer parking, and the creation of new boardwalks and pedestrian pathways. Integrated landscaping and drainage improvements are also being implemented to support regional tourism and the local marine industry.
4,453 residents of Bruthen - Omeo are employed, from a labour force of 4,582. Unemployment sits at 2.8%, with participation at 64.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 7,415, about 86% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labour market in Bruthen - Omeo comprises a well-distributed mix of professional and manual trades across varied industries, accompanied by an unemployment rate of only 2.8% and annual job growth evaluated at 4.6%. Employed persons numbered 4,453 as of March 2026, while local unemployment sits 0.9% beneath the 3.7% recorded in Regional Vic., alongside a typical participation rate of 64.0% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic.. Census data indicated that 17.0% of workers conducted their duties from home, though historical Covid-19 restrictions must be taken into account. The primary employment sectors across the workforce consist of agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and construction.
Concentration is exceptionally strong in agriculture, forestry & fishing, where participation reaches 2.3 times the regional standard. In contrast, health care & social assistance accounts for 13.9% of jobs, trailing the regional benchmark of 16.8%. Comparisons between resident counts and Census workplace locations point to constrained local job capacity. AreaSearch assessment of ABS and SALM figures indicates that over the twelve months to March 2026, local employment expanded by 4.6% as the total workforce grew by 3.4%, bringing about a 1.1 percentage point reduction in unemployment. Over the identical timeframe, Regional Vic. recorded an employment reduction of 0.1% alongside a 0.3% drop in the labour pool, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point decline. Additional context on prospective labour requirements emerges from Jobs and Skills Australia projections issued in Mar-26. These five- and ten-year forecasts, aligned with the area's existing industry mix, illustrate sector-specific expansion trends. Nationally, employment is modelled to rise by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, with performance varying widely across different fields. When applied proportionally to Bruthen - Omeo's specific industry distribution, local employment is projected to expand by 5.6% within five years and 12.2% across ten years (this represents a baseline weighted model for comparative evaluation and excludes localized population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Bruthen - Omeo is $1,323 a week (about $69,000 a year), with median personal income at $669 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,481 a year against an average of $53,852. 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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According to AreaSearch's evaluation of ATO postcode data for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the Bruthen - Omeo SA2 recorded a median income of $45,481 alongside a mean of $53,852. These figures trail national benchmarks as well as Regional Vic.'s median of $50,954 and mean of $62,728. Factoring in Wage Price Index inflation of 9.62% following financial year 2023, updated figures reach approximately $49,856 for median earnings and $59,033 for the average as of March 2026. Across personal, family, and household levels, Census earnings sit in the 21st to 22nd percentiles across Australia.
The single largest income bracket contains 31.0% of earners (2,683 people) receiving between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the regional rate where 30.3% occupy this tier. Even though housing expenses remain manageable with 89.3% of income preserved, net disposable income ranks within the 29th percentile across the country.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Bruthen - Omeo had 3,118 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 97% detached houses and 0% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 9% rented and 52% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $250 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,343 a month. Rent absorbs 18.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Housing stock recorded at the most recent Census consisted of 96.6% detached houses and 3.4% other formats such as apartments, semi-detached properties, and alternative residences, compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other options throughout Regional Vic.. The rate of outright home ownership reached 52.4%, substantially surpassing Regional Vic., with remaining households holding a mortgage (38.4%) or renting (9.2%). Median monthly mortgage costs stood at $1,343, trailing the Regional Vic. benchmark of $1,430, whereas median weekly rent was $250 against the broader regional figure of $285. In a national context, Bruthen - Omeo maintains significantly lower mortgage payments than the Australian median of $1,863 and rents well below the national mark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Bruthen - Omeo counted 3,118 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 36% couples without children. 25% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 72.9% of local living arrangements, consisting of couples without children at 36.3%, couples with children at 27.5%, and single parent households at 8.3%. The remaining 27.1% comprises non-family setups, where sole occupants represent 25.0% and group residences account for 2.0%. The community's median household occupancy of 2.4 people mirrors the Regional Vic. average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
16.4% of adults in Bruthen - Omeo hold a university qualification, including 11.4% with a bachelor degree and 2.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 31.1% hold a vocational qualification. 10 schools serve the area, with 549 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 967 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational attainment levels show that 16.4% of residents hold university qualifications, which is notably lower than the VIC benchmark of 33.4%. Among degree holders, bachelor degrees comprise 11.4%, graduate diplomas account for 2.7%, and postgraduate credentials represent 2.3%. Vocational and technical training forms a substantial foundation, as 43.2% of individuals aged 15+ hold trade qualifications, consisting of certificates (31.1%) and advanced diplomas (12.1%). Formal study engagement is substantial, with 26.8% of the local population actively enrolled in an educational pathway. Within this cohort, primary schooling accounts for 10.7%, secondary education represents 8.2%, and tertiary studies comprise 1.8%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Bruthen - Omeo reaches 17 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 110 services a week. Households keep an average of 2.0 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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An assessment of public transit shows 17 active passenger stops serving Bruthen - Omeo, linked across 6 distinct transit routes that deliver a combined 110 weekly passenger trips. Overall access remains limited, as residents are situated an average of 5487 meters from their closest transit point. Given the district's residential profile, commuting outward is standard practice; private vehicles account for 93% of journeys, while 5% walk. Household vehicle access averages 2.0 per dwelling, exceeding the regional benchmark. Additionally, 17.0% of workers operated from home at the 2021 Census, reflecting potential COVID-19 influences.
Transit schedules provide an average of 15 trips per day across the network, which equates to roughly 6 weekly departures at each transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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65.6% of residents in Bruthen - Omeo report no long-term health condition. 5.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 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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Health indicators in Bruthen - Omeo align closely with Australian standards across mortality figures and chronic ailment rates, displaying typical health patterns across older and younger generations alike, while private health insurance membership remains markedly subdued at approximately 47% of residents (~4,034 people). In comparison, coverage stands at 50.5% in Regional Vic. and 55.7% across Australia. Arthritis and mental health challenges represent the most prevalent diagnosed conditions, affecting 9.9% and 8.1% of community members respectively, whereas 65.6% reported having no long-term illnesses, outperforming the 63.4% recorded in Regional Vic.. Rates of chronic conditions among working-age individuals are higher than typical.
Furthermore, residents aged 65 and over make up 25.9% of the population (2,238 people), exceeding the 24.0% regional proportion. Health metrics among the senior population track above average, achieving higher relative standings nationally than the broader local cohort.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Bruthen - Omeo is largely Australian-born, at 90.3% of residents, with 3.3% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.7%) and Australian (32.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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The demographic profile of Bruthen - Omeo displays limited cultural variation, with 89.2% holding Australian citizenship, 90.3% born domestically, and 96.7% using solely English in the household. Christianity is the dominant faith, observed by 42.0% of the community. The most notable positive variance occurs within Other affiliations, which account for 0.6% of residents against 0.8% across Regional Vic.. Regarding parental origins, the primary ancestries across Bruthen - Omeo are English (33.7%), Australian (32.1%), and Irish (8.8%). Notable proportional differences also exist across other backgrounds, including Dutch at 2.1% (versus 1.7% in the wider region), Scottish at 8.8% (matching 8.8% regionally), and Maltese at 0.4% (compared to 0.5% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Bruthen - Omeo is 48, older than 86% of areas nationally. 18.7% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The age distribution in Bruthen - Omeo generally aligns with broader Regional Vic. patterns, showing a maximum divergence of 2.3 percentage points. As of August 2026, the estimated median age remains at 48, matching the 2021 Census baseline, which sits 5 years above the Regional Vic. figure of 43 from that Census and exceeds the national Census benchmark of 38. Looking at broad age brackets, residents aged 45 - 64 have reduced their presence since the Census from 30.4% to an estimated 26.7%. Projections indicate that persons aged 25 - 44 will generate the bulk of growth through to 2041, increasing by 1,023 residents (57%) to total 2,827.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Bruthen - Omeo
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 5 months ago all 1 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 144 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (8,290 at the 2021 Census → 8,658 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 (205021082). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.