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Coburg - East has an estimated 14,471 residents, up from 12,535 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,936 people, or 15.4%. Growth has averaged 1.7% a year over five years, faster than 85% of areas nationally. 492 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 74.3% of that increase. That puts 3,859 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, Coburg - East has a population of approximately 14,471 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 1,936 people (15.4%) since the 2021 Census, when the population stood at 12,535 people. This shift is calculated using the ABS June 2025 estimated resident population of 14,457 and 492 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. The suburb has a population density of 3,858 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top 10% of all areas analyzed by AreaSearch and indicating that local land is in high demand.
The 15.4% population gain since the 2021 census outpaced the state growth rate of 9.3% and the national benchmark, establishing the area as a regional growth leader. This growth was mainly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 74.3% of the overall population rise, though other contributors like natural increase and interstate migration also registered gains. For each SA2 area, AreaSearch incorporates population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia that were published in 2024 with 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 areas where this data is unavailable, projections are sourced from the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusted via weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Projected growth rates by age bracket from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on these demographic forecasts, the area is anticipated to see exceptional growth in the top 10 percent of national locations, adding 8,140 persons to 2041 compared to the most recent annual ERP statistics, which represents a total increase of 56.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,294 new dwellings have been approved in Coburg - East over the past five years, an average of 258 a year. That places the area in the 86th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 18 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 253 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 4% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 331, running ahead of 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 about 258 new residential dwellings have been approved annually in Coburg - East, representing 1,294 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 304 approvals. With an average of only 0.9 new residents arriving per new home over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, the volume of housing supply is keeping pace with or exceeding demand, widening options for buyers and supporting population growth rates above initial projections, with new homes constructed at an average cost of $398,000. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $5.3 million have been logged this financial year, suggesting a relatively low focus on commercial development.
Per capita, Coburg - East registers 77.0% more development activity than Greater Melbourne, offering prospective buyers a broad selection of properties. This level of activity is substantially higher than the national average, showcasing strong interest from property developers. Newly approved developments consist of 4.0% detached homes and 96.0% attached dwellings. This emphasis on high-density housing options provides lower cost entry points and caters to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a major shift from the existing housing stock, where houses make up 54.0% of the total, pointing to a scarcity of development sites alongside changing lifestyle and affordability preferences. With approximately 121 people per approval, Coburg - East presents the profile of a developing area. Demographic projections indicate that Coburg - East is set to add 8,126 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch. Residential development is keeping up reasonably well with this projected growth, though home buyers could face heightened competition as the population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Coburg - East
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 18 current infrastructure and development projects inside Coburg - East, worth an estimated $4.61 billion. A further 112 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $13.7 billion. 32 are already under construction and 34 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 infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development initiatives are major factors in an area's long-term performance. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 30 projects expected to influence the local area. Notable initiatives include the Coburg Health and Community Services Precinct, Sydney Road Coburg BTR (511-537), Holstep Health Community Hub (Coburg), and The Avenue, Coburg, with the most relevant ones detailed in the list below.
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Pentridge Precinct
A landmark $2.2 billion mixed-use redevelopment of the heritage-listed former Pentridge Prison site in Coburg, comprising two adjoining precincts and spanning historical and modern residential, retail, and commercial spaces. Construction continues across multiple stages including the Cascade Square towers and ongoing masterplanned residential expansion by developers Shayher Group, Salvo, and Blue Earth Group.
Coburg Health and Community Services Precinct
An integrated health and community services precinct on a 14,500 square metre vacant site next to the Coburg Civic Centre, on the corner of Bell Street and Pentridge Boulevard. The development comprises three multi-storey buildings to be delivered in stages and will house a community hospital, a GP super clinic, a mental health facility, residential aged care, allied health services, a childcare centre, and food and drink premises. Over 50 percent of services will be delivered by community and not-for-profit providers, including Merri Health.The masterplan also incorporates the retention and refurbishment of the heritage-listed Coburg Bluestone Cottage complex, which will continue to be operated by the Coburg Historical Society as a local history museum, alongside a new multi-purpose facility and historic-themed garden. A planning permit was issued by Merri-bek City Council on 30 April 2026, with construction expected to commence in late 2026. The project is forecast to support up to 1,000 local jobs.
Coburg Health and Community Services Precinct
A 160 million dollar campus-style health and community services hub spanning more than 15,000 square metres, delivered by Coburg Health Hub Pty Ltd. The precinct will bring together a private short-stay hospital, a bulk-billed GP super clinic, a mental health facility, allied health services, residential aged care, community health services and a childcare and early learning centre. Over 50 percent of services will be delivered by not-for-profit and community providers including Merri Health, on long-term leases.A planning permit (MPS/2024/414) was issued on 30 April 2026 and construction is expected to commence on site in late 2026, with up to 1,000 jobs anticipated. Council is separately refurbishing the adjacent state-listed heritage Bluestone Cottage complex, building a new annex for the Coburg Historical Society and creating a historic garden, with funding contributions from Coburg Health Hub.
Holstep Health Community Hub (Coburg)
An integrated community health and wellbeing hub consolidating primary care, mental health, dental, and pharmacy services. The project involves the conservation of the heritage-listed Bluestone Cottage and the construction of a modern medical facility. Developed by Holstep Health (a merger of Merri Health and Banyule Community Health) in partnership with the Victorian Government, the hub addresses local service gaps in GPs and aged care.
Coburg Library and Piazza
A new 60 million dollar civic project featuring a four-storey, glass-fronted public library of around 3,000 square metres alongside a 2,000 square metre public piazza. The winning concept was designed by a multidisciplinary team led by Sydney practice Durbach Block Jaggers in collaboration with Architecture Associates and Openwork, selected from a four-team shortlist by an independent jury chaired by Victorian Government Architect Jill Garner and unanimously endorsed by Council in February 2026. The library will include cultural and community uses such as a cafe, artist studios and exhibition spaces, while the piazza will provide a multifunctional gathering space with increased tree canopy and water sensitive urban design.The project sits on the south-eastern portion of the Waterfield Street West car park site (excluding the Coles supermarket building) and forms the catalyst first stage of the broader Coburg is Here revitalisation framework. Community engagement on the draft concept design ran from 13 March to 24 April 2026, with detailed design to follow, construction starting mid-2028 and opening scheduled for late 2029.
Sydney Road Coburg BTR (511-537)
Build-to-rent-to-own mixed-use development by Assemble featuring 326 apartments across 8 levels, offices, street-level cafe, rooftop BBQ area, and central green spine. Includes 195 affordable housing units with an estimated end value of $147 million.
The Avenue, Coburg
Development Victoria is transforming the former Kangan Batman TAFE site into a vibrant residential community with up to 275 apartments, including build-to-sell and build-to-rent options with at least 10% affordable housing. Key features include indoor and outdoor communal spaces, a new public park, and 80sqm retail space. Early works including demolition and site remediation are underway, with main construction starting late 2025.
45 Pentridge Boulevard Development
Permit-approved 16 storey mixed-use tower with about 201 apartments and ground floor retail at the gateway to the Pentridge precinct. The 1,100 sqm corner site (with existing basement) was sold by Golden Peak Developments to an undisclosed private developer in Nov 2024 for AUD 9.75m. Project remains permit-ready while ownership advances delivery pathway.
8,368 residents of Coburg - East are employed, from a labour force of 9,068. Unemployment sits at 7.7%, with participation at 71.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. 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 Coburg - East is highly educated, with strong representation in the technology industry, an unemployment rate of 7.7%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.9% over the past year. In March 2026, there were 8,368 employed residents, while the unemployment rate was 3.0% higher than the Greater Melbourne rate of 4.8%. The labor force participation rate is very close to the Greater Melbourne average of 70.2%. Census figures indicate that a high 44.1% of residents worked from home, though this data may reflect the influence of COVID-19 lockdowns.
The primary sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. The suburb displays a strong employment specialization in education & training, with its share of jobs in this field reaching 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, the construction sector employs only 5.7% of the local workforce, which is lower than the Greater Melbourne figure of 9.7%. Although local jobs are available within the area, comparing the Census working population against the local population suggests that many residents commute to other districts for work. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, during the year ending March 2026, local employment grew by 3.9% and the labor force expanded by 3.7%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. This trend differed from Greater Melbourne, where employment grew by 2.1%, the labor force increased by 2.3%, and the unemployment rate rose by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia released in May-25 provide additional context on potential employment trends in Coburg - East. These five and ten-year projections have been mapped against the local industry profile to estimate local job patterns. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, growth rates vary by industry. Applying these national projections to the local employment mix suggests that employment in Coburg - East would rise by 6.9% over five years and 14.2% over ten years, though this is a basic weighted extrapolation for illustrative purposes that does not incorporate localized population growth forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Coburg - East is $1,944 a week (about $101,000 a year), with median personal income at $880 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,085 a year against an average of $77,360. 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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Based on AreaSearch's compilation of the latest postcode-level ATO statistics released for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the Coburg - East SA2 recorded a median income of $62,085 and an average income of $77,360. These figures are very high on a national scale and exceed the Greater Melbourne median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates correspond to approximately $68,058 for the median and $84,802 for the average as of March 2026. Census data indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in Coburg - East sit around the 63rd percentile nationally.
Income distribution figures show that the largest cohort, comprising 32.4% of residents (4,688 people), falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, which is consistent with the wider region where this same bracket accounts for 32.8% of the population. High housing costs account for 15.9% of income, yet robust earnings keep disposable income at the 62nd percentile, and the area's SEIFA income index places it in the 8th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Coburg - East had 5,055 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 54% detached houses and 16% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 39% rented and 31% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $416 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,100 a month. Rent absorbs 21.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.9%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the latest Census, the housing stock in Coburg - East was comprised of 53.6% houses and 46.5% other dwellings, including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to the Melbourne metropolitan breakdown of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Meanwhile, the home ownership rate in Coburg - East matched the Melbourne metro rate of 30.5%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (30.4%) or rented (39.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was higher than the Melbourne metro average at $2,100, while the median weekly rent stood at $416, compared to Melbourne metro figures of $2,000 and $390.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Coburg - East are considerably higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are also well above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Coburg - East counted 5,055 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,836 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 25% are couples with children, against 26% couples without children. 29% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.1 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent 61.8% of all households in the area, consisting of 25.0% couples with children, 26.3% couples without children, and 8.9% single parent families. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 38.2% of households, with single-person households making up 28.5% and group households representing 9.6%. The median household size of 2.4 persons is slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
46.5% of adults in Coburg - East hold a university qualification, including 27.5% with a bachelor degree and 14.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 77% of areas nationally. A further 11.7% hold a vocational qualification. 11 schools serve the area, with 4,568 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,077 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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Levels of educational attainment in Coburg - East are substantially higher than broader averages, with 46.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 33.4% across VIC. This high level of education positions the local workforce well for knowledge-intensive employment. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 27.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (14.1%) and graduate diplomas (4.9%). Vocational training is held by 22.1% of residents aged 15 and over, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.4%) and certificates (11.7%). Enrolment in education is remarkably high, with 28.2% of residents currently undertaking formal study.
This student population includes 10.2% in higher education, 6.4% in primary school, and 5.2% attending secondary school.
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Public transport in Coburg - East reaches 84 stops on 16 routes, timetabled for about 12,700 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.9 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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An analysis of public transport reveals 84 active stops in Coburg - East, offering a combination of tram and bus services. These stops are served by 16 unique routes, which facilitate 12,723 passenger journeys each week. Public transport access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 165 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the suburb's residential nature, the majority of working residents commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 63%, followed by trains at 10% and cycling at 6%.
The average number of motor vehicles per household is 0.9, which is lower than the regional average. A high proportion of residents, 44.1%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related restrictions. Daily transit services average 1,817 trips across all active routes, which translates to roughly 151 weekly departures per individual stop.
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66.8% of residents in Coburg - East report no long-term health condition. 6.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 58.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators demonstrate relatively positive conditions for residents of Coburg - East, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality statistics and chronic illnesses showing outcomes that align closely with national averages. The prevalence of common health conditions is standard across both younger and older age brackets, and the rate of private health insurance is high, covering roughly 58% of the population (~8,393 people). The most prevalent medical conditions recorded among local residents were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 12.6% and 8.2% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 66.8% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Health statuses within the working-age cohort are standard. Residents aged 65 and over make up 13.0% of the local population (1,887 people), which is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%, with national health rankings for this group remaining consistent with the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
33.5% of Coburg - East residents were born overseas and 34.2% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 77% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (18.6%) and Australian (16.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Coburg - East exhibits high levels of cultural diversity, with 33.5% of the local population born overseas and 34.2% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion in the area, practiced by 35.1% of residents. However, the most notable religious divergence is in Islam, which is practiced by 8.2% of the population, compared to 5.6% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parents' birthplaces, the three most common ancestries in Coburg - East are English at 18.6%, Australian at 16.0%, and Other at 13.2%. The area also shows notable differences in other backgrounds: Italian ancestry is highly represented at 11.9% of the population (compared to 5.2% across the region), Lebanese at 3.4% (compared to 0.8%), and Greek at 4.4% (compared to 2.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Coburg - East is 37. 34.3% 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 Coburg - East is 37, matching the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and sitting close to the national average of 38 years. The 25 - 34 age bracket has a high representation at 22.8% of the population, whereas children aged 5 - 14 are less common at 7.5%. The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is significantly higher than the national share of 14.6%. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 has increased from 21.3% to 22.8%. In contrast, the 5 to 14 age group has decreased from 8.4% to 7.5%.
Looking ahead to 2041, demographic projections indicate notable shifts in the local age structure, led by the 45 to 54 cohort, which is expected to grow by 80% (1,433 people) to reach 3,228 from 1,794.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Coburg - East
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 |
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| 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 18 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 — 492 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (12,535 at the 2021 Census → 14,471 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 (206011497). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.