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Chelsea - Bonbeach has an estimated 16,093 residents, up from 15,204 at the 2021 Census — a change of 889 people, or 5.8%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. 160 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 68.5% of that increase. That puts 2,969 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 AreaSearch's findings, the population of Chelsea - Bonbeach stands at approximately 16,093 as of May 2026. This figure represents a rise of 889 individuals, or 5.8%, compared to the 2021 Census count of 15,204. The adjustment derives from the ABS estimated resident population of 16,058 recorded in June 2025, supplemented by 160 newly validated addresses added after the Census date. With a population density of 2,969 persons per square kilometer, Chelsea - Bonbeach ranks within the upper quartile among national locations evaluated by AreaSearch. The locality has shown steady expansion over the last ten years, achieving a compound annual growth rate of 1.1% that exceeds that of the SA3 region.
Recent population increases have been largely fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 68.5% of total gains, while natural growth and interstate migration also contributed positively to the overall rise. AreaSearch incorporates projections compiled by the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 sectors lacking this coverage, AreaSearch applies the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted via a weighted aggregation of population expansion from the LGA to the SA2 level. Age bracket growth trends derived from these aggregations are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographics, the area is anticipated to experience population expansion above the national median, gaining 2,637 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP data, which translates to a total rise of 16.2% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
349 new dwellings have been approved in Chelsea - Bonbeach over the past five years, an average of 69 a year. That places the area in the 63rd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 53 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 38% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 24, 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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Chelsea - Bonbeach averages approximately 69 home approvals each year, with 349 residential units approved during the previous 5 financial years (spanning FY-21 to FY-25) and 22 recorded during FY-26 so far. With an average of 1.8 new occupants per year arriving for each finished dwelling over the 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), supply and demand remain closely aligned, yielding balanced market conditions; however, recent numbers show this ratio has climbed to 3.8 occupants per dwelling over the last 2 financial years, pointing to rising local demand and possible constraints in housing supply.
Newly built dwellings carry an average construction value of $425,000—slightly exceeding the regional benchmark—which indicates a focus on higher-quality builds. Furthermore, $19.1 million in commercial building approvals have been registered during this financial year, showing a moderate level of business development. In comparison to Greater Melbourne, Chelsea - Bonbeach registers 17.0% lower building activity on a per-capita basis, while ranking in the 58th percentile among all locations evaluated across the country. Residential construction consists of 38.0% standalone houses and 62.0% multi-dwelling units like townhouses or apartments. This preference for denser housing structures provides more attainable entry price points and appeals to downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. The area has roughly 267 residents for every single home approval, indicating a market characterized by low density. Demographic projections indicate that Chelsea - Bonbeach's population will grow by 2,602 occupants by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly figures). Residential construction is keeping a steady pace with this estimated expansion, though prospective buyers may face heightened competition as the population grows.
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Development applications around Chelsea - Bonbeach
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Chelsea - Bonbeach, worth an estimated $547 million. A further 101 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $15.1 billion. 30 are already under construction and 29 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and sports & recreation. 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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An area's economic and residential performance is heavily shaped by updates to local transport networks, major construction projects, and zoning plans. AreaSearch has identified 5 major projects that are anticipated to influence the local area. Prominent developments include The Dell by Stockland, the Bonbeach Station Precinct Redevelopment & Level Crossing Removal, the Bonbeach Lifesaving Club Redevelopment, and the Rossdale Golf Course Redevelopment Aspendale, with details provided below for those of greatest local significance.
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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.
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.
Bonbeach Life Saving Club Redevelopment
Completed redevelopment of the Bonbeach Life Saving Club facility, replacing the ageing clubhouse with a new fit-for-purpose two-level building supporting patrol, first aid, training, storage, community and club functions. The facility includes public outdoor showers, accessible amenities, balconies, multipurpose spaces and sustainability features including rainwater tanks, solar panels, natural-light glazing, heat-pump water heating and water-efficient fittings.
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.
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.
Aspendale Gardens Shopping Centre Redevelopment
The proposed modernization and expansion of the Aspendale Gardens Shopping Centre aims to upgrade the existing Ritchies Supa IGA and approximately 17 specialty stores. The plan includes the potential development of a top floor of approximately 3700 square metres to accommodate additional retail or commercial space. Current efforts focus on leasing and tenant management as the project navigates the planning phase, following historical community debate regarding proximity to local gambling venues.
Rossdale Golf Course Redevelopment Aspendale
Proposed rezoning and redevelopment of the 43.5-hectare Rossdale Golf Course into a mixed-use residential community, which would fund the relocation of the financially non-viable golf club. The plan proposes approximately 30% public open space, new wetlands, and integrated walking/cycling paths, with around 700 to 1000 dwellings (mix of homes, townhouses, and low-scale apartments). The proposal is under review by the Victorian Government's Priority Projects Standing Advisory Committee.
The Strand Aspendale
Luxury beachfront residential development featuring 18 exclusive apartments with direct beach access and premium coastal living amenities.
8,478 residents of Chelsea - Bonbeach are employed, from a labour force of 9,062. Unemployment sits at 6.4%, with participation at 67.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 12,883, about 80% 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 workforce in Chelsea - Bonbeach is highly educated, featuring a strong contingent of professionals, an unemployment rate of 6.4%, and an estimated job growth rate of 0.7% over the prior year. In March 2026, there were 8,478 employed local residents, with the unemployment rate tracking 1.7% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, and the labor participation rate falling slightly short of the metropolitan benchmark (67.6% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne). Census data indicated that a high proportion of employed residents (34.4%) worked from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lock-down restrictions.
Resident employment is primarily clustered within the fields of health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The area exhibits a notable concentration in the construction sector, employing a share of workers that is 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, accommodation & food services is underrepresented, employing only 4.2% of the local workforce compared to 6.4% across Greater Melbourne. Given the difference between the Census working population and the resident population, this primarily suburban zone appears to provide few local employment options. According to AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS statistics, during the 12 months leading up to March 2026, local employment grew by 0.7% while the overall labor force shrank by 0.3%, resulting in a 1.0 percentage point reduction in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1% and labor force growth of 2.3%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point increase in its unemployment rate. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional context regarding future workforce demands in Chelsea - Bonbeach. These five and ten-year forecasts have been correlated with the local industry breakdown to model future growth paths. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion rates vary significantly across different sectors. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the local employment mix suggests Chelsea - Bonbeach's resident employment will rise by 6.7% over five years and 13.7% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not account for local population dynamics).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Chelsea - Bonbeach is $1,718 a week (about $89,000 a year), with median personal income at $962 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $66,832 a year against an average of $80,482. 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 most recent postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicate that incomes in the Chelsea - Bonbeach SA2 rank among the highest nationally, featuring a median of $66,832 and an average of $80,482. This stands above the Greater Melbourne median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 stand at approximately $73,261 for the median and $88,224 for the average. Based on the 2021 Census, individual weekly income sits at the 74th percentile ($962 weekly), while collective household income ranks at the 48th percentile.
In terms of income brackets, the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common, accounting for 31.5% of residents (5,069 people), which closely tracks the metropolitan rate of 32.8%. Housing costs present a major financial burden, leaving residents with only 82.4% of their income, which ranks in the 47th percentile, while the area's SEIFA socio-economic index for income places it in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Chelsea - Bonbeach had 6,453 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 37% detached houses and 27% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 31% rented and 30% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $381 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,065 a month. Rent absorbs 22.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.7%. 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 Chelsea - Bonbeach consisted of 36.5% freestanding homes and 63.6% alternative housing types (including semi-detached properties, units, and other dwellings), whereas metropolitan Melbourne recorded 67.9% freestanding homes and 32.1% alternative dwellings. The level of home ownership in Chelsea - Bonbeach matched the Melbourne metropolitan average of 30.3%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (38.4%) or occupied by tenants (31.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $2,065 was higher than the Melbourne metropolitan median of $2,000, while the median weekly rent stood at $381 compared to the metropolitan benchmark of $390.
On a national scale, mortgage commitments in Chelsea - Bonbeach are notably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rental costs also exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Chelsea - Bonbeach counted 6,453 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,830 today, averaging 2.2 people each. 26% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 35% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the majority of local households at 62.1%, consisting of couples with children at 25.7%, couples without children at 25.1%, and single parents at 10.4%. The remaining 37.9% are non-family households, which are mostly made up of single-person households at 34.8% and group households at 3.0%. The median household occupancy of 2.2 residents is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
32.7% of adults in Chelsea - Bonbeach hold a university qualification, including 22.0% with a bachelor degree and 6.9% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 82% of areas nationally. A further 21.8% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,048 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,083 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 area experiences some educational gaps, with the proportion of residents holding a university qualification (32.7%) falling well below the wider SA4 regional average of 46.0%. This highlights both a regional deficit and an opportunity for focused educational programs. Among university degrees, bachelor qualifications are the most common at 22.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 6.9% and graduate diplomas at 3.8%. Technical and trade qualifications are also common, with 34.4% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (12.6%) and certificates (21.8%). A significant proportion of the population is engaged in learning, with 25.4% of residents enrolled in an educational program.
This comprises 8.9% of residents attending primary school, 5.9% in secondary education, and 4.0% enrolled in tertiary courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Chelsea - Bonbeach reaches 52 stops on 10 routes, timetabled for about 3,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 230 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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 evaluation of public transport options shows 52 active passenger stops operating within Chelsea - Bonbeach, which consist of bus services. These stops are serviced by 10 separate routes, which combine to support 3,401 weekly passenger journeys. Transport connectivity is classified as good, with residents living an average of 227 meters from the nearest stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most working residents travel out of the area for employment, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 87%, followed by trains at 7%. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.1 cars per household, which is below the metropolitan average.
A high proportion of residents, 34.4%, work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may reflect the impact of pandemic restrictions). Service runs average 485 times per day across the collective route network, which represents approximately 65 weekly runs for each individual transit stop.
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66.7% of residents in Chelsea - Bonbeach report no long-term health condition. 6.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 59.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.2 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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Chelsea - Bonbeach displays notable healthcare demands based on AreaSearch's evaluation of local mortality figures and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, with various medical issues common among both younger and older residents, alongside a very high rate of private health insurance held by roughly 60% of the population (9,575 people). This compares to a rate of 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. The primary medical diagnoses among local residents are mental health conditions and asthma, which affect 9.4 and 8.4% of the population, respectively, while 66.7% of residents reported having no chronic health issues compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Health statistics for working-age residents are generally average. Residents aged 65 and older make up 20.1% of the population (3,233 people), which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. Health outcomes within this older demographic show some difficulties, with national rankings aligning closely with general population trends.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Chelsea - Bonbeach is largely Australian-born, at 75.2% of residents, with 13.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.4%) and Australian (23.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Chelsea - Bonbeach registers above-average measures of cultural diversity, with 13.8% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 24.8% born outside of Australia. Christianity represents the most common religious affiliation, accounting for 45.0% of local residents. The most pronounced deviation from regional norms is found in Judaism, which is practiced by 0.5% of the population compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parents' country of birth, the three largest groups in Chelsea - Bonbeach are English at 28.4% (which is notably higher than the regional average of 20.1%), Australian at 23.3%, and Irish at 9.5%.
There are also distinct differences in the concentration of other backgrounds: Russian ancestry is overrepresented at 1.0% of the population (compared to 0.4% across the region), Polish is at 1.0% (compared to 0.8%), and Hungarian is at 0.4% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Chelsea - Bonbeach is 41. 21.5% 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 of 41 years in Chelsea - Bonbeach is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 37, as well as the national median of 38. In comparison to Greater Melbourne, the 65 - 74 age group is overrepresented (making up 10.3% of the local population), while the 15 - 24 cohort is underrepresented (at 8.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 7.8% to 8.8% of the population, whereas the 25 to 34 group has declined from 14.2% to 12.8%. Demographic projections suggest that the local age profile will shift substantially by 2041.
The 75 to 84 cohort is expected to grow the fastest, rising by 60% (an increase of 673 residents) to reach a total of 1,790. This demographic aging trend is highlighted by the fact that residents aged 65 and over are projected to account for 56% of the expected population growth, while declines are anticipated in the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age brackets.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Chelsea - Bonbeach
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 3 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 Jun 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 — 160 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (15,204 at the 2021 Census → 16,093 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 (208031186). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.