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Coburg - West has an estimated 15,002 residents, up from 14,031 at the 2021 Census — a change of 971 people, or 6.9%. Growth has averaged 0.6% a year over five years. 111 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 81.0% of that increase. That puts 4,703 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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Coburg - West's population stands at 15,002 according to AreaSearch's assessment as of May 2026. This figure represents a rise of 971 residents, accounting for a 6.9% increase from the 2021 Census count of 14,031. The adjustment derives from the ABS estimated resident population of 14,989 recorded in June 2025, plus 111 newly validated addresses added after the census date. With a density of 4,702 persons per square kilometer, the area ranks in the top 10% of national locations evaluated by AreaSearch, which makes local land highly desirable. The 6.9% growth since the census places the region within 2.4 percentage points of the state average of 9.3%, indicating strong growth potential.
Overseas migration accounted for roughly 81.0% of the recent population increase in Coburg - West. AreaSearch incorporates ABS and Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For SA2 regions lacking this data, projections from the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA release are applied, adjusted using a weighted aggregation method to map growth from LGA to SA2 levels. The age group growth rates derived from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, the area is projected to experience exceptional growth that ranks in the top 10 percent of Australian statistical areas, with an expected increase of 6,019 persons by 2041 based on the latest annual ERP figures, representing a 40.0% total increase over the 16 years.
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203 new dwellings have been approved in Coburg - West over the past five years, an average of 40 a year. That places the area in the 51st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 3 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 32 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 41% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 55, 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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Approximately 40 dwellings have received development approval annually in Coburg - West, amounting to 203 homes over the previous 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 51 approvals have been documented so far. An average of 2.3 new residents were added for each completed dwelling between FY-21 and FY-25, showing strong demand that supports property values, with new homes constructed at an average value of $356,000. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $418,000 have been registered in the current financial year, pointing to a low level of commercial development activity. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Coburg - West experiences substantially lower building activity, coming in at 74.0% below the regional average per capita.
This limited supply of new dwellings typically bolsters demand and prices for existing homes. This volume of activity is also below the national average, reflecting the mature stage of the area and suggesting potential planning limitations. New residential construction consists of 41.0% standalone houses and 59.0% townhouses or apartments. This emphasis on higher-density options provides more accessible entry points for buyers and caters to downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a clear shift from the current housing stock, which is 77.0% houses, showing a shrinking supply of developable land alongside changing lifestyle needs and demand for more varied, affordable housing. With approximately 388 residents per approval, Coburg - West shows the characteristics of a mature market. Demographic projections indicate that Coburg - West will add 6,006 residents by 2041, according to the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. If current construction rates persist, the supply of new housing may fail to match population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support stronger growth in property prices.
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Development applications around Coburg - West
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Coburg - West, worth an estimated $87 million. A further 98 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $14.1 billion. 21 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local performance is highly sensitive to changes in regional infrastructure, major construction projects, and planning changes. AreaSearch has identified a total of 30 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Prominent developments include the Pentridge Precinct, the Murray Road Shopping Centre Expansion, the 477 Sydney Road Mixed-Use Development, and the Coburg North Medical Centre, with the following list detailing those of highest relevance.
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Coburg North Medical Centre
New purpose-built medical center with GP clinics, specialist consulting rooms, pathology, radiology services, and pharmacy to serve the growing local population
Murray Road Shopping Centre Expansion
Expansion of existing Murray Road Shopping Centre to include additional retail spaces, food court, medical center, and 150-space underground car park
Coburg North Community Hub
New multi-purpose community facility featuring library, meeting rooms, childcare center, youth programs, and seniors' activities center with integrated outdoor spaces
Edgars Creek Linear Park Extension
Extension of the existing linear park along Edgars Creek with new walking and cycling paths, native vegetation restoration, playground equipment, and interpretive signage
Pentridge Precinct
A landmark $2.2 billion mixed-use redevelopment of the heritage-listed former Pentridge Prison site in Coburg, comprising two adjoining precincts. The northern Pentridge Coburg precinct, owned by Shayher Group since 2013, has delivered the public piazza, Palace Cinemas 15-screen complex, Ritchies supermarket, the Adina Apartment Hotel within the former B Division, the Horizon and Rook apartments, and Victoria Tower. Cascade Square, the latest residential addition by Shayher Group with Future Estate, is now under construction by Construction Engineering Australia and consists of two towers of 11 and 12 storeys delivering 245 one, two and three bedroom apartments alongside the historic A Division cell block, with completion targeted for 2027.The southern 1.9 hectare Pentridge Village portion was acquired by Salvo in 2021 and is being progressed as a $1.2 billion mixed-use redevelopment masterplanned by DKO Architecture, with around 650 apartments permitted under the 2008 Pentridge Village Masterplan. Within the Pentridge Village precinct, Blue Earth Group has completed 48 townhouses under Stage 1 and is seeking approval for an expanded 16 storey, 252 apartment Stage 2 mixed-use building at 45 Pentridge Boulevard. The overall precinct preserves heritage assets including Ned Kelly's grave site, the bluestone F Division building, the original perimeter walls, guard towers and a mural by Indigenous artist Ronald Bull.
Louisa Street Streetscape Improvements
Multi-stage streetscape upgrade for Louisa Street between Victoria Street and Munro Street in Coburg, aligned with the wider revitalisation of Coburg Central. The permanent design will include safer pedestrian crossings on Louisa and Munro Streets, new footpaths on both sides of the street, landscaping with trees and raingardens, new seating and drinking fountains, and speed humps and raised crossings. Interim pop-up footpaths were installed in August 2023 and a carpark upgrade was completed in July 2024 while the permanent design is developed.The project was previously delayed by the state Level Crossing Removal works. A preliminary design is being prepared through the first half of 2026, informed by background flood modelling and underground services investigations, with community consultation and detailed design to follow before construction.
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.
8,721 residents of Coburg - West are employed, from a labour force of 9,236. Unemployment sits at 5.6%, with participation at 72.4%. 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. The working-day population is estimated at 11,629, about 78% 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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Coburg - West features a highly educated labor force with a strong concentration in professional services, an unemployment rate of 5.6%, and an estimated job growth rate of 4.5% over the past year. In March 2026, 8,721 residents were employed, while the unemployment rate was 0.8% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%. The labor force participation rate stands at a relatively typical 72.4%, compared to 70.2% for Greater Melbourne. Census records show that a high proportion of residents, 44.1%, worked from home, though this figure should be considered in light of Covid-19 lockdown restrictions.
Resident employment is heavily concentrated in health care & social assistance, education & training, and professional & technical services. The area displays a strong specialization in education & training, with an employment share that is 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, manufacturing is underrepresented at 5.1% of the workforce compared to the regional average of 7.2%. The highly residential nature of the area appears to limit local employment options, as shown by the comparison of Census working population to resident population. Based on AreaSearch's study of SALM and ABS statistics, the 12-month period saw employment rise by 4.5% and the labor force expand by 3.8%, leading to a decrease in unemployment of 0.6 percentage points. During the same period, Greater Melbourne recorded employment growth of 2.1% and labor force growth of 2.3%, resulting in a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide additional context on future demand in Coburg - West. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local industry mix to estimate growth trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the local employment structure suggests that local employment is set to grow by 6.9% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, representing a simple weighted extrapolation for illustration that does not incorporate local population projections.
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Median household income in Coburg - West is $2,186 a week (about $114,000 a year), with median personal income at $905 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,169 a year against an average of $77,407. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest ATO statistics aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the income level in the Coburg - West SA2 is very high compared to the rest of the nation. Taxpayers in the Coburg - West SA2 have a median income of $62,169 and an average income of $77,407, compared to $57,688 and $75,164 respectively for Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $68,150 for the median and $84,854 for the average as of March 2026.
Census data indicates that personal, family, and household incomes in Coburg - West reside around the 72nd percentile nationally. Looking at income brackets, 30.6% of the population (4,590 individuals) earn between $1,500 and $2,999, which aligns with regional trends where 32.8% of people fall into the same bracket. The large share of high earners (34.1% earning over $3,000/week) demonstrates strong financial capacity in Coburg - West. Housing expenses consume 14.6% of income, while solid earnings place residents in the 78th percentile for disposable income, and the area's SEIFA income index ranks in the 8th decile.
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Coburg - West had 5,177 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 77% detached houses and 5% apartments. 35% are owned with a mortgage, 29% rented and 36% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,299 a month. Rent absorbs 20.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.3%. 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 data, the housing composition in Coburg - West consisted of 76.9% houses and 23.0% other options such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings, compared to the Melbourne metro breakdown of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Coburg - West was higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average at 35.6%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (35.4%) or rented (29.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was considerably higher than the Melbourne metro average at $2,299, while the median weekly rent was $450, compared to metropolitan averages of $2,000 and $390 respectively.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Coburg - West are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also above the national figure of $375.
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Coburg - West counted 5,177 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,535 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 22% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the majority of homes at 69.8%, consisting of 34.6% couples with children, 24.0% couples without children, and 9.5% single-parent households. Non-family households represent the remaining 30.2% of the total, with single-person households at 22.1% and group households at 8.2%. The median household size is 2.6 people, matching the average for Greater Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
44.1% of adults in Coburg - West hold a university qualification, including 26.7% with a bachelor degree and 12.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 85% of areas nationally. A further 12.4% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 1,174 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,129 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
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Educational achievement in Coburg - West is notably higher than broader benchmarks, with 44.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% across Australia. This strong educational profile positions the community well for opportunities in knowledge-based sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the most common qualification at 26.7%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 12.3% and graduate diplomas at 5.1%. Vocational qualifications are held by 21.3% of those aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas (8.9%) and certificates (12.4%). Participation in education is high, with 28.8% of the local population currently enrolled in study.
This includes 8.7% of residents in primary school, 7.5% in tertiary education, and 6.5% attending secondary school.
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Public transport in Coburg - West reaches 55 stops on 12 routes, timetabled for about 5,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.0 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport networks feature 55 active stops in Coburg - West, offering a combination of light rail and bus services. These stops are served by 12 distinct routes, which provide a total of 5,859 passenger trips each week. Transport connectivity is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 181 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, the majority of working residents commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel at 70%, followed by train at 10% and cycling at 6%.
The average number of vehicles per household is 1.0, which is below the regional average. A high proportion of residents, 44.1%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Service frequency averages 837 daily runs across all routes, which translates to approximately 106 weekly trips for each individual stop.
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69.0% of residents in Coburg - West 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 5.6 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 statistics demonstrate positive trends for residents of Coburg - West, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and medical conditions showing outcomes that align closely with national benchmarks. The rate of common health issues is low among the general public, though it exceeds the national average for older, higher-risk groups, and the rate of private health insurance is high at approximately 58% of the population (~8,701 people). The most prevalent health conditions recorded in the area are mental health concerns and asthma, affecting 10.4% and 8.0% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 69.0% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Health outcomes among working-age residents are generally typical. Residents aged 65 and over make up 14.0% of the population (2,103 people), which is slightly lower than the 15.0% average in Greater Melbourne. Health status among senior citizens presents some challenges, ranking lower nationally than the rest of the local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
28.2% of Coburg - West residents were born overseas and 31.4% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (18.5%) and Australian (17.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Coburg - West exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than most local markets, with 28.2% of the population born outside Australia and 31.4% speaking a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religion in Coburg - West, accounting for 42.4% of residents. The most notable religious overrepresentation is Islam, which accounts for 5.6% of the population, matching the 5.6% recorded across Greater Melbourne. Regarding parent birthplaces, the three largest ancestry groups in Coburg - West are English at 18.5%, Australian at 17.1%, and Italian at 12.3%, which is much higher than the regional average of 5.2%.
There are also significant differences in other backgrounds, with Greek ancestry overrepresented at 7.0% of the population (compared to 2.7% regionally), Lebanese at 3.8% (compared to 0.8% regionally), and Maltese at 1.1% (matching the regional average of 1.1%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Coburg - West is 37. 30.7% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Coburg - West is 37 years, which is identical to the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and comparable to the national figure of 38 years. The 25 to 34 age bracket is highly represented at 18.4% compared to Greater Melbourne, while the 5 to 14 cohort is less common at 9.8%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 17.0% to 18.4% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group grew from 11.0% to 12.3%. Conversely, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 14.7% to 13.1%, and the 5 to 14 group decreased from 11.3% to 9.8%.
Looking forward to 2041, demographic forecasts project notable changes in the age profile, led by the 55 to 64 cohort, which is expected to grow by 68% (1,107 people) to reach 2,744 from 1,636.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Coburg - West
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 8 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 — 111 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (14,031 at the 2021 Census → 15,002 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 (206011498). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.