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Carrum - Patterson Lakes has an estimated 12,516 residents, up from 12,032 at the 2021 Census — a change of 484 people, or 4.0%. That puts 2,151 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Carrum - Patterson Lakes stands at approximately 12,516 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 484 individuals (4.0%) compared to the 2021 Census, which recorded 12,032 residents. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 12,478 from June 2025 and 92 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. The population density is 2,150 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical figure for national locations analyzed. The 4.0% post-census growth rate is within 2.7 percentage points of the wider SA3 region (6.7%), showing competitive development.
Net overseas migration was the primary driver of this growth, accounting for about 77.5% of the total population increase recently. AreaSearch incorporates population projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. For areas where this data is unavailable, projections are sourced from the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA releases, adjusted using a weighted aggregation method to map LGA trends to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group from these models are extended to cover the period from 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts suggest growth will exceed the national median, with the population projected to rise by 1,634 individuals by 2041 based on recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total increase of 12.8% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
196 new dwellings have been approved in Carrum - Patterson Lakes over the past five years, an average of 39 a year. That is 3.2 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 30 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 43% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 28, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Approximately 39 new residential dwellings have been approved annually in Carrum - Patterson Lakes, totaling 196 approvals over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 26 approvals have been documented so far. With an average of 1.1 new residents added per year per constructed dwelling between FY-21 and FY-25, residential supply and demand appear balanced, promoting market stability. The average construction cost of new properties is $541,000, indicating developers are focusing on upmarket, premium offerings. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $29.6 million have been registered during this financial year, pointing to robust commercial development activity.
Compared to Greater Melbourne, the per capita rate of new dwelling approvals in Carrum - Patterson Lakes is approximately two-thirds, placing the area in the 55th percentile of locations assessed nationally. This rate is also below the national average, reflecting the established status of the suburb and implying potential planning constraints. Recently approved building projects consist of 43.0% standalone houses and 57.0% attached dwellings. This orientation toward higher-density options offers more accessible entry points for buyers, appealing to investors, first-time purchasers, and downsizers. The area exhibits low-density characteristics, averaging around 283 people for each dwelling approved. Based on the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch, Carrum - Patterson Lakes is projected to add 1,596 residents by 2041. If building activity remains at its current pace, housing construction may not keep up with population growth, potentially heightening competition among purchasers and supporting upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Carrum - Patterson Lakes
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 Carrum - Patterson Lakes, worth an estimated $138 million. A further 104 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $19.6 billion. 30 are already under construction and 29 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. 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 planning, infrastructure modifications, and major construction projects are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has tracked 5 projects expected to influence the area. The most relevant projects include The Dell by Stockland, Carrum Level Crossing Removal and Revitalisation, Carrum Foreshore and Patterson River Precinct Improvements, and the Bonbeach Station Precinct Redevelopment & Level Crossing Removal, with details provided below.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
The Promenade Patterson Lakes
Proposed medium-density townhouse and apartment development of approximately 120 dwellings within the established canal-front Lakeview precinct of Patterson Lakes. Planning permit reference CPA/2024/112 has been lodged with the City of Kingston. No independent public confirmation of a project named The Promenade at this location, its precise street number, or a named developer could be located through Kingston's planning register or other public sources at time of review.
Harbour Plaza Redevelopment
Major refurbishment and expansion of the existing Harbour Plaza shopping centre, adding new retail tenancies, improved pedestrian access, and a refreshed marina-front dining precinct. The centre is part of the established Patterson Lakes Shopping Centre precinct. The redevelopment involved a full strip-out and rebuild of 26 shops following a fire and included extensive underground works for power resupply and a full rewire to base build, with the project now appearing to be complete and fully leasing retail spaces.
Mornington Peninsula Freeway Maintenance Program
Maintenance works on the southbound lanes of the Mornington Peninsula Freeway between Patterson River and Eastlink at Patterson Lakes, delivered under the Victorian Government's 964 million dollar road maintenance program. Works include asphalt resurfacing and line marking carried out overnight to restore the road surface, improve safety and reduce disruption to daily traffic.
The Dell by Stockland
Large masterplanned residential community directly opposite Bonbeach Station featuring townhomes and apartments, with future retail and community amenities planned within the precinct.
Carrum Foreshore and Patterson River Precinct Improvements
Multi-stage public realm upgrades led by the City of Kingston to improve access and amenity across the Carrum foreshore and Patterson River precinct. Stage 1 (Beauty Spot Memorial Park upgrade) is completed. Stage 2 (Carrum Boardwalk extension north to the Patterson River path with handrails, tactile indicators, viewing platform, interpretive signage and solar bollard lighting) commenced in October 2024 and was scheduled to finish by March 2025. Stage 3 (Stephens Street Car Park pavements, new accessible bays, linemarking, signage and solar lighting) targeted completion by mid-2025.As of August 2025, the precinct works are considered completed per the council delivery program.
Carrum Level Crossing Removal and Revitalisation
Removal of three dangerous and congested level crossings at Station Street, Eel Race Road, and Mascot Avenue, and the construction of a new, elevated Carrum Station. The project also included a major revitalisation of the area, creating new community spaces, including a foreshore park, a village green, and a town square.
Bondi Road, Bonbeach Level Crossing Removal
Completed Victorian Government Level Crossing Removal Project works at Bonbeach removed the Bondi Road level crossing by lowering the Frankston line into a rail trench and rebuilding the road at surface level. The project also delivered the new Bonbeach Station, improved walking and cycling connections, upgraded accessibility, bike facilities, lighting, landscaping, and station precinct improvements as part of the Edithvale, Chelsea and Bonbeach package.
Seaford Level Crossing Removal - Armstrongs Road & Station Street
Removal of the Armstrongs Road and Station Street level crossings by constructing two separate rail bridges, together with a new elevated and fully accessible Seaford Station. The project will improve safety, reduce congestion, create new public open space and enhance walking and cycling connections. Early designs were released in 2026, planning approvals are progressing, construction is scheduled to commence in 2027 and completion is expected in 2028.
6,866 residents of Carrum - Patterson Lakes are employed, from a labour force of 7,256. Unemployment sits at 5.4%, with participation at 68.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.5% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 9,911, about 79% 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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Carrum - Patterson Lakes is home to a qualified workforce, with strong representation in the construction sector. The local unemployment rate stands at 5.4%, and employment grew by an estimated 0.7% over the past year. In March 2026, there were 6,866 employed residents. The unemployment rate is 0.6% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, while participation in the labor force aligns closely with the metropolitan average of 70.2%. Census data indicates that 29.0% of the working population operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of pandemic-related lockdowns.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The local workforce is notably concentrated in construction, representing 1.4 times the regional benchmark. Conversely, professional & technical services are underrepresented at 7.7% compared to the regional average of 10.1%. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that this largely residential locality offers a limited number of jobs within its borders. An analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch shows that employment rose by 0.7% over the 12-month period, while the overall labor force shrank by 0.3%, leading to a 1.0 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded a 2.1% increase in employment, a 2.3% expansion of the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point rise in unemployment. Long-term employment projections published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context for future demand. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local industry mix to estimate growth. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary by sector. Applying these trends to the local employment structure suggests that employment in Carrum - Patterson Lakes could grow by 6.5% over five years and 13.4% over ten years, representing a basic weighted extrapolation that does not account for localized population dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Carrum - Patterson Lakes is $1,853 a week (about $96,000 a year), with median personal income at $890 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $61,676 a year against an average of $79,652. 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 data from the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year indicates that the median taxpayer income in the Carrum - Patterson Lakes SA2 was $61,676, while the average income was $79,652. These figures rank among the highest nationally, compared to $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average) across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates suggest incomes reached approximately $67,609 (median) and $87,315 (average) by March 2026. The 2021 Census places household, family, and individual incomes for the area near the 60th percentile nationally.
Income distribution shows that 32.0% of residents (4,005 people) earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to the metropolitan average of 32.8%. While housing costs consume 15.6% of income, solid earnings keep disposable income at the 57th percentile, and the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 6th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Carrum - Patterson Lakes had 4,877 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 55% detached houses and 14% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 22% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $420 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,100 a month. Rent absorbs 22.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 26.2%. 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 mix in Carrum - Patterson Lakes consisted of 54.5% standalone houses and 45.5% semi-detached dwellings, apartments, or other structures, compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative dwellings across metro Melbourne. Home ownership rates were higher than the metropolitan average at 37.4%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 41.0% and rented properties making up 21.6%. The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the Melbourne metro average of $2,000 at $2,100, while the median weekly rent was $420, compared to $390 in the metro region.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Carrum - Patterson Lakes are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent levels exceed the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Carrum - Patterson Lakes counted 4,877 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.4 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the majority of local households at 69.3%, consisting of couples with children at 30.1%, couples without children at 26.6%, and single parents at 12.1%. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.7%, with single-person households representing 28.5% and group living situations comprising 2.2%. The median household size of 2.4 residents is below the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
26.3% of adults in Carrum - Patterson Lakes hold a university qualification, including 18.0% with a bachelor degree and 5.2% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 24.1% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 882 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,063 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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The locality presents educational disparities, with university graduation rates at 26.3%, which is lower than the SA4 regional average of 46.0%. This highlights a potential area for targeted educational strategies. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher qualification at 18.0%, with postgraduate degrees at 5.2% and graduate diplomas at 3.1%. Vocational and technical training is common, with 36.6% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (24.1%). A high proportion of the population is engaged in learning, with 25.1% of residents enrolled in an educational program.
This student body is composed of 7.9% in primary school, 7.1% in high school, and 4.1% in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Carrum - Patterson Lakes reaches 59 stops on 8 routes, timetabled for about 2,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 200 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.4 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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The local public transport network contains 59 active stops within Carrum - Patterson Lakes, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 8 separate routes, providing 2,817 passenger journeys weekly. Accessibility is favorable, with residents living an average of 204 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential profile, most workers commute out of the suburb, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 91%, followed by train travel at 5%. Registered vehicles average 1.4 per household. Additionally, 29.0% of employed residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Services run at an average of 402 trips daily across the routing network, representing approximately 47 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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69.9% of residents in Carrum - Patterson Lakes report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 80% of areas nationally. 4.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.8 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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Local health data shows favorable trends in Carrum - Patterson Lakes, based on an analysis of mortality rates and chronic disease indicators by AreaSearch. Both younger and older demographics exhibit low rates of common medical conditions, and private health insurance coverage is high at approximately 58% of the population, representing about 7,309 individuals. The most prevalent chronic conditions in the locality are arthritis and asthma, each affecting 7.4% of residents. Meanwhile, 69.9% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne. Health measures for residents under 65 are better than average.
Residents aged 65 and over make up 23.6% of the population (2,952 people), which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. The health status of these senior residents is positive, with national comparisons aligning with the broader population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
25.6% of Carrum - Patterson Lakes residents were born overseas and 16.1% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.9%) and Australian (23.5%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Carrum - Patterson Lakes exhibits a higher level of cultural diversity than most markets, with 25.6% of the population born outside Australia and 16.1% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation, representing 47.5% of the population. The most prominent religious variance is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.3% of local residents, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding parental birthplace, the three most common ancestries in Carrum - Patterson Lakes are English at 27.9% (exceeding the regional average of 20.1%), Australian at 23.5% (exceeding the regional average of 18.4%), and Irish at 8.6%.
There are also distinct differences in other ancestries, with Hungarian backgrounds represented at 0.5% (compared to 0.3% regionally), Russian at 0.7% (compared to 0.4%), and Greek at 2.6% (compared to 2.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Carrum - Patterson Lakes is 44. 20.2% 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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With a median age of 44, the population of Carrum - Patterson Lakes is older than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age group is well represented at 12.8% relative to Greater Melbourne, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 8.9%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 6.0% to 7.8%, and the 15 to 24 group has grown from 9.9% to 11.2%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 group has decreased from 15.4% to 13.1%, and the 25 - 34 group has fallen from 10.8% to 8.9%.
Long-term modeling indicates significant shifts by 2041, led by a 61% expansion of the 75 to 84 bracket, growing from 981 to 1,583 people. This demographic aging is highlighted by the fact that individuals aged 65+ represent 77% of the projected growth, while the 5 to 14 and 0 to 4 age groups are expected to experience declines.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Carrum - Patterson Lakes
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 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 Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 92 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (12,032 at the 2021 Census → 12,516 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 (208031185). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.