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Buninyong has an estimated 7,384 residents, up from 7,261 at the 2021 Census — a change of 123 people, or 1.7%. That puts 143 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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AreaSearch indicates that Buninyong has a population of approximately 7,384 as of May 2026. Since the 2021 Census, which counted 7,261 residents, the population has expanded by 123 individuals, or 1.7%. This movement is calculated using ABS estimated resident population figures from June 2025 alongside 52 validated new addresses registered after the Census. With this population level, the density stands at 143 persons per square kilometer, which indicates low density and capacity for future housing projects. This 1.7% post-census growth rate is 2.6 percentage points behind the Rest of Vic.
average of 4.3%, indicating solid regional competitiveness. The primary driver of recent population increases was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 78.2% of the total gains. Projections published by ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024, using 2022 as a baseline, are utilized by AreaSearch for each SA2. For SA2 regions lacking these figures, AreaSearch implements the 2023 Regional/LGA projections from the VIC State Government, adjusting them through a weighted aggregation of population expansion from LGA to SA2 scales. Age cohort growth rates derived from these aggregations are also projected forward for the period from 2032 to 2041. Based on recent annual ERP statistics, the area is projected to experience population growth placing it in the top quarter of Australian non-metropolitan locations, with an estimated rise of 2,184 residents by 2041, representing a total increase of 29.6% over the 16 years.
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104 new dwellings have been approved in Buninyong over the past five years, an average of 20 a year. That is 2.9 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 19, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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An average of approximately 20 new home approvals has been registered annually in Buninyong, resulting in 104 residential approvals over the last 5 financial years. Thus far during FY-26, there have been 18 approvals. Because the ratio of new residents to new dwellings averaged only 0.1 people per home between FY-21 and FY-25, residential construction is matching or running ahead of local demand, giving buyers expanded choices and supporting faster population growth than current projections suggest. The average construction cost of these new residences is $446,000, indicating that builders are targeting the higher-end market with premium homes.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $5.3 million during the current financial year, highlighting that the locality remains predominantly residential. Compared to Rest of Vic., building volume in Buninyong is low, sitting 76.0% below the regional per capita average. This limited additions to housing stock typically supports demand and valuations for existing properties. The building rate is also lower than the national average, reflecting a mature market and possible barriers to new projects. Furthermore, all recent construction has consisted of detached houses, preserving the established low density environment and catering to families seeking larger properties. The quiet pace of development is underscored by an estimated ratio of 570 people in the locality for every new home approval. Demographic projections indicate Buninyong's population will expand by 2,184 people by 2041, based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures. If construction volumes do not rise above current levels, housing supply may fall short of this demographic growth, which will likely heighten competition among buyers and support price appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Buninyong
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Buninyong, worth an estimated $1 million. A further 91 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $11.2 billion. 31 are already under construction and 33 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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Developments in public infrastructure, major local works, and town planning initiatives are major drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has identified 8 key projects that are expected to influence the local area. Notable works include the Buninyong Botanic Gardens Landscape Masterplan, the Gong Reservoir Wall Reconstruction, the Buninyong Heritage Swimming Baths Conservation Works, the Buninyong Community Road Safety Upgrades, and the Buninyong Pump Track Upgrade, with the listed items detailing those of greatest relevance.
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Buninyong Heritage Swimming Baths Conservation Works
Heritage conservation project restoring and stabilising the historic former Buninyong swimming baths within the Buninyong Botanic Gardens. Works include new foundations, replacement of selected concrete wall panels, crack repairs, sealing and drainage improvements to preserve the Victorian Heritage Register listed site. Wall restoration has been completed and the project has progressed to the planning of the reinstated heritage garden, with community consultation on landscaping scheduled before final restoration works.
Buninyong Botanic Gardens Landscape Masterplan and Gong Reservoir Wall Reconstruction
City of Ballarat project to reconstruct the historic Gong Reservoir dam wall and implement elements of the Buninyong Botanic Gardens Landscape Masterplan. The works will stabilise the leaking heritage dam wall using an internal filter system, reduce downstream flood risk, improve water management, restore heritage features and deliver new landscaping including native planting, boardwalks and pedestrian paths. Detailed design was awarded in August 2025 and construction activities have continued, with associated heritage restoration works in the gardens progressing during 2026.
Buninyong Community Road Safety Upgrades
Road safety improvements, developed with the Buninyong Community Road Safety Committee, focusing on the Midland Highway (Learmonth Street) and Geelong Road (Warrenheip Street). Works include line marking changes to shorten overtaking lanes and create dedicated turn lanes on Midland Highway, and on Geelong Road, reducing the speed limit from 60km/h to 40km/h in a high pedestrian area, and adding on-road cycling lanes. Construction is commencing in August 2025.
Buninyong Pump Track Upgrade
Upgrade of the pump track at Buninyong Recreation Park, constructed with asphalt and positioned closer to the skatepark to allow for potential future expansions. The design is an all-abilities, single-loop track with a central complex, featuring double rollers, berms, transfers, and a primary rest platform. Construction began around 28 November 2024 (weather dependent). A new Choose Tap water fountain was also installed.
Mount Buninyong Tourism Units
VCAT has approved, with conditions, the development of eight single-bedroom, single-storey short-stay tourism accommodation units on the lower edge of the Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve. The original proposal was for larger, barrel-shaped units (known as 'Skybarrels'). The developer, Lapilli La Mt Buninyong Pty Ltd, was placed under voluntary administration in February 2025, and the project's current status beyond approval is uncertain.
The Roads Mount Clear
A residential homesite community developed by Hygge Property in Mount Clear, south of the Ballarat CBD, set beside the Woowookarung Regional Park with Canadian Creek running through the site. The Roads comprises 48 homesites ranging from 505sqm to 1764sqm, released across a Lifestyle Collection and standard homesite range. Stage 1 is titled and sold out, Stage 2 is titled with construction of new homes underway, and 16 homesites remain available for sale as of mid-2026.The estate is within walking distance of childcare, primary and secondary schools, and local shopping.
Mount Clear Childcare Centre
Believe Early Learning received a planning permit from the City of Ballarat on 21 January 2026 for a 124-place childcare centre at 7 Recreation Road, Mount Clear. The approved centre spans eight activity rooms, including two nursery rooms, one room for one and two year olds, three toddler rooms, and two preschooler rooms, plus food preparation, laundry, staffing and reception areas. It was set to be the first Ballarat centre to offer extended hours, operating from 6:30am to 7pm.However, Believe Early Learning entered voluntary administration on 10 April 2026, placing the future of the site in doubt while an administrator assesses the company's position. The company's two existing regional Victorian centres, at Eaglehawk and Mooroopna, are continuing to operate during the administration process. This project is a standalone childcare development; it is unrelated to the separate childcare and medical centre proposal (PLP/2024/228) at 107-109 Whitehorse Road, Mount Clear.
Mount Clear College Upgrade and Modernisation - Stage 3
Construction in Stage 3 included new classrooms, new home economics kitchen and storage facilities, performing arts classrooms, multipurpose and student breakout spaces, locker rooms and student amenities. Externally it included extensive hard landscaping for tiered seating and covered spaces. The overall project also included a large independent student study space, science laboratories, and general classrooms in Stage 2. The project has been referred to by the Victorian School Building Authority as 'Upgrade and Modernisation - Stage 3'.
3,935 residents of Buninyong are employed, from a labour force of 4,023. Unemployment sits at 2.2%, with participation at 66.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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Buninyong is characterized by a highly educated population, with essential services playing a prominent role in the local economy. The area has maintained steady employment levels over the last twelve months and currently reports an unemployment rate of 2.2%. By March 2026, the total number of employed residents stood at 3,935. This local unemployment figure of 1.5% is notably lower than the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%. Furthermore, workforce participation in Buninyong reaches 66.4%, which exceeds the Regional Vic. benchmark of 61.1%. Data collected during the Census indicates that 24.1% of residents engage in remote work, although this proportion may be influenced by the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdown measures.
The major employment sectors for local workers are health care & social assistance, education & training, and retail trade. The locality shows a high concentration of workers in education & training, with a share that is 1.7 times the average for the region. On the other hand, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 1.6% of employment, which is low compared to the regional figure of 7.5%. The relationship between the census working population and the resident population suggests that local employment opportunities within the area are limited. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, during the 12 months ending March 2026, the local labor force expanded by 0.4% while total employment fell by 0.1%, resulting in a 0.4 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Regional Vic. saw employment fall by 0.1% and the labor force contract by 0.3%, with its unemployment rate dropping by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide context for local demand trends. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely across sectors. Applying these industry projections to the local workforce mix suggests that employment in Buninyong would rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.8% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not account for localized population trends.
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Median household income in Buninyong is $1,927 a week (about $100,000 a year), with median personal income at $805 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $55,575 a year against an average of $70,860. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The Buninyong SA2 recorded a median taxpayer income of $55,575 and an average income of $70,860, according to financial year 2023 postcode-level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch. These figures exceed national benchmarks, as well as the Regional Vic. median of $50,954 and average of $62,728. Adjusting for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be roughly $60,921 for the median and $77,677 for the average. Based on the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes sit around the 55th percentile nationally.
Looking at income distribution, 32.4% of the population (representing 2,392 people) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, which is comparable to the surrounding region where 30.3% of the population fall into this bracket. After paying for housing, residents keep 89.4% of their income, indicating high disposable income, and the area is situated in the 7th decile for the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Buninyong had 2,522 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 2% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 15% rented and 45% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $330 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,662 a month. Rent absorbs 17.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The housing stock in Buninyong at the time of the last Census consisted of 95.6% houses and 4.4% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative housing), compared to Regional Vic. where houses made up 90.1% and other styles made up 9.9%. Home ownership rates in Buninyong were higher than the Regional Vic. average, standing at 44.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (40.9%) or renters (14.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,662, which is higher than the Regional Vic. median of $1,430.
The median weekly rent was recorded at $330, compared to $285 across Regional Vic. Nationally, Buninyong's mortgage repayments are below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are lower than the national figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Buninyong counted 2,522 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.7 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 32% couples without children. 19% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 78.9%, which includes couples with children at 36.6%, couples without children at 31.8%, and single parent households at 9.8%. The remaining 21.1% of households are non-family arrangements, consisting of single-person households at 19.2% and group housing at 2.0%. The median size of households is 2.7 persons, which is larger than the average of 2.4 observed across Regional Vic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
34.2% of adults in Buninyong hold a university qualification, including 21.1% with a bachelor degree and 7.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 21.3% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 767 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,022 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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Residents of Buninyong demonstrate high levels of formal education, with 34.2% of people aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree, compared to 21.7% in Rest of Vic. and 24.6% in the surrounding SA4 region. This education profile positions the community well for professional and knowledge-based employment. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 21.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.2% and graduate diplomas at 5.9%. Vocational training is also well represented, with 32.8% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, which include advanced diplomas (11.5%) and certificates (21.3%). Enrolment in education is high among residents, with 33.3% of the population engaged in formal study.
This student population includes 11.9% in primary school, 9.8% in secondary school, and 6.5% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Buninyong reaches 37 stops on 5 routes, timetabled for about 830 services a week. The typical home sits about 420 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.9 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport services in the area include 37 active transit stops. These stops are served by 5 distinct routes that run a total of 827 passenger trips every week. Access to transit is moderate, with residents living an average of 424 meters from the nearest stop. The area is mainly residential, and most workers commute to outer areas, with cars being the primary mode of travel for 95% of commuters. Households own an average of 1.9 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. The 2021 Census recorded that 24.1% of residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.
Transit service frequency averages 118 runs per day across all local routes, which represents approximately 22 weekly trips for each stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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68.4% of residents in Buninyong report no long-term health condition. 4.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.9 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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An evaluation of health indicators demonstrates positive outcomes in Buninyong. AreaSearch's analysis of mortality and chronic disease data shows a low rate of common health issues among both younger and older residents. Furthermore, the rate of private health insurance is high, with approximately 54% of the population (~3,994 people) covered, compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic. Asthma and mental health issues were the most frequently reported medical conditions, affecting 8.5% and 8.3% of the population, respectively. However, 68.4% of residents reported having no chronic health conditions, which is higher than the 63.4% average across Regional Vic.
Health indicators for the working-age population are standard. Residents aged 65 and older represent 20.3% of the community (1,499 people), below the Regional Vic. average of 23.9%. Seniors in the area exhibit strong health outcomes, with national rankings matching those of the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Buninyong is largely Australian-born, at 89.5% of residents, with 3.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (31.0%) and Australian (30.2%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Buninyong has low levels of cultural diversity relative to broader averages, with 89.5% of residents born in Australia, 92.3% holding citizenship, and 96.3% using only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 44.7% of the population, which is slightly below the Regional Vic. level of 47.3%. English ancestry is the most common at 31.0%, followed by Australian ancestry at 30.2%, and Irish ancestry at 11.5%. Certain other backgrounds show higher representation than the regional average, with Scottish ancestry at 10.3% (compared to 8.8% regionally), Dutch ancestry at 2.0% (compared to 1.7%), and Croatian ancestry at 0.5% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Buninyong is 42. 24.8% 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 median age in Buninyong is 42 years, which is close to the Regional Vic. average of 43 years but older than the national median of 38 years. The local demographic has a high proportion of people aged 15 - 24 years (16.0%), while the 25 - 34 year age bracket is smaller (8.8%) than in Regional Vic. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 13.0% to 16.0%, and the 75 to 84 bracket rose from 4.8% to 6.4%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 15.8% to 13.7%, and the 55 to 64 group fell from 13.7% to 11.8%.
Demographic forecasts for 2041 show significant changes ahead, with the 25 to 34 group projected to expand by 91%, adding 589 residents to reach a total of 1,239.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Buninyong
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 5 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 52 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (7,261 at the 2021 Census → 7,384 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (201011005). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.