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Collingwood has an estimated 11,383 residents, up from 9,179 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,204 people, or 24.0%. Growth has averaged 2.7% a year over five years, faster than 93% of areas nationally. 115 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 76.9% of that increase. That puts 8,963 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Collingwood stands at approximately 11,383 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 2,204 people (24.0%) from the 9,179 people recorded in the 2021 Census. This population shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 11,383 from June 2025 alongside 115 validated new addresses identified since the Census. Consequently, the local population density reaches 8,963 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb within the top 10% of all Australian areas evaluated by AreaSearch and highlighting the intense demand for local land.
The population growth rate of 24.0% since the 2021 census outstripped the state average of 9.3% as well as the national benchmark, establishing the area as a regional growth leader. The primary driver of these gains was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 76.9% of the overall population growth, though other sources such as interstate migration and natural increase also made positive contributions. AreaSearch utilizes the 2024 population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, which use 2022 as their baseline year. In cases where specific SA2 areas lack coverage in this release, AreaSearch applies the 2023 Regional/LGA projections from the VIC State Government, adjusting them through a weighted aggregation method to transition the growth data from LGA to SA2 levels. The age cohort growth rates derived from these aggregations are also projected forward for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, the area is set to experience exceptional growth that ranks in the top 10 percent of statistical areas nationwide. Based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, the population is projected to expand by 6,369 persons by 2041, representing a total increase of 56.0% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
208 new dwellings have been approved in Collingwood over the past five years, an average of 41 a year. That places the area in the 50th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 20 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 5% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 21, 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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Collingwood has seen an average of approximately 41 dwellings approved for development annually, resulting in a total of 208 homes over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, there have been 20 approvals documented. With an average of 6.8 new residents per year per finished dwelling arriving between FY-21 and FY-25, demand is outpacing local supply, which tends to escalate pricing and intensify buyer competition, while new projects show an average construction value of $360,000. Additionally, commercial approvals have reached $182.3 million this financial year, pointing to robust local business activity.
Collingwood's per capita rate of new dwelling approvals is roughly two-thirds of the level seen across Greater Melbourne, placing the suburb in the 9th percentile of all analyzed locations nationwide. This leads to a restricted supply of new builds, reinforcing the demand for established properties. The mix of new construction consists of 5.0% detached houses and 95.0% medium and high-density developments. This focus on denser projects offers affordable options for entry-level buyers, downsizers, and property investors. With approximately 3419 people for every dwelling approval, Collingwood displays the characteristics of a highly established market. Moving forward, projections derived from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate suggest Collingwood will add 6,369 residents by 2041. If the pace of construction does not change, housing supply may fall short of population gains, which could heighten buyer competition and reinforce upward pressure on property prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Collingwood
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 25 current infrastructure and development projects inside Collingwood, worth an estimated $2.03 billion. A further 175 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $65.8 billion. 71 are already under construction and 84 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, business parks & technology hubs 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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Changes in local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning policies are key drivers of local performance. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 44 projects that are expected to influence the suburb. Prominent developments include Walk Up Village, 40R - Rokeby Place, Acteo Group Collingwood Showroom, and Derby Street by Milieu, with the following list highlighting the projects of greatest significance.
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Acteo Group Collingwood Showroom
A four-storey automotive sales and service facility designed by David Earle Architects for Acteo Group (Ateco). The development involves the amalgamation of several sites to create a flagship showroom hub for brands including Maserati, Renault, and Dodge Ram. The facility features ground-floor vehicle displays, upper-level workshops and repair stations, and rooftop vehicle storage, replacing a former pharmacy and industrial warehouse buildings.
Walk Up Village
A 13-storey mixed-use development inspired by Mediterranean hilltop villages. Features twin interconnected towers with a 118-key hotel, creative co-working spaces, retail, artist studios, galleries, community spaces, cinema, restaurants and a rooftop garden. Designed by London-based 6a architects with Dan Pearson Studio landscaping. The project reinterprets local industrial vernacular to celebrate multiculturalism and an openness to the public.
Amendment C271yara - Fitzroy and Collingwood Built Form Controls
Planning scheme amendment proposing permanent built form controls for 12 activity centres across Fitzroy and Collingwood via 12 Design and Development Overlay Schedules (DDOs). Controls cover building heights, street wall heights, upper level setbacks and shadowing requirements to balance growth and heritage protection. Exhibited November 2024 to February 2025. Council resolved in October 2025 to refer the amendment to the Yarra Activity Centres Standing Advisory Committee. The Minister referred the draft to the SAC on 23 December 2025, with the Department of Transport and Planning circulating draft Built Form Overlay schedules in February 2026.
46-52 Smith Street Office & Wellness Centre
A six-storey boutique office development including ground-floor retail and a premium gymnasium. The project features the restoration of the existing heritage facade, maintaining the commercial and historic character of the Smith Street precinct.
40R - Rokeby Place
40R - Rokeby Place is a flagship commercial precinct in Collingwood featuring two 13-storey office towers. The development provides approximately 18,421 sqm of premium lettable area with floorplates ranging from 967 to 1,762 sqm. Key amenities include a business lounge, wellness center, rooftop garden with recreational facilities, and high-quality end-of-trip spaces. The project targets a 5.5-star NABERS rating and carbon-neutral operations, incorporating sustainable design elements like natural ventilation and reduced embodied carbon.
Islington St, Collingwood
An $88 million two-tower commercial office development designed by Grimshaw Architects. The project reimagines a 100-year-old warehouse into an A-grade workplace with approximately 19,400 sqm of net lettable area, ground-floor retail, and lush communal terraces. The design emphasizes health and wellbeing with natural ventilation and extensive outdoor amenity.
Derby Street by Milieu
A boutique sustainable development of 22 residences designed by Studio Bright in Collingwood. The project is fossil fuel-free, featuring EV charging infrastructure, V-ZUG appliances, and high-performance double glazing, all integrated into a design that respects the local heritage character.
Baden Powell Hotel Redevelopment (61-65 Victoria Parade)
Proposed redevelopment of the heritage Baden Powell Hotel site into a 9 to 10-storey mixed-use commercial tower. The project includes the restoration of the 1872 Victorian facade and the construction of approximately 2,389 sqm of office space, hotel suites, and ground-floor retail and lobby space.
7,553 residents of Collingwood are employed, from a labour force of 8,296. Unemployment sits at 9.0%, with participation at 81.7%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.4% 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. The working-day population is estimated at 15,788, about 139% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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 workforce in Collingwood is highly educated, featuring a strong concentration of professional services, a 9.0% unemployment rate, and an estimated annual employment growth rate of 3.6%. As of March 2026, working residents numbered 7,553, while the unemployment rate was 4.2% higher than the 4.8% recorded across Greater Melbourne, indicating potential for labor market improvements. Workforce participation is exceptionally high at 81.7%, compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne. According to Census data, a substantial 53.0% of the local workforce operated from home, though this figure should be viewed in light of COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.
The primary employment fields for local residents are professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The concentration of jobs in the professional & technical sector is notably high, measuring 2.1 times the regional average. Conversely, construction is underrepresented, employing only 4.0% of Collingwood's workers compared to 9.7% across Greater Melbourne. With a ratio of 1.5 workers for every resident at the time of the Census, the suburb serves as a key employment center, hosting more jobs than resident workers and drawing commuting staff from surrounding areas. Analysis of Salm and Abs data by Areasearch indicates that over the twelve months leading up to March 2026, employment grew by 3.6 percent while the labor force expanded by 3.8 percent, which resulted in the unemployment rate climbing by 0.2 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.1 percent alongside a 2.3 percent increase in the labor force, with unemployment also rising by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia provides national employment forecasts from May-25 that shed light on anticipated future demand in Collingwood. These projections span five and ten year periods and have been overlaid onto the local employment profile to gauge growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6 percent over five years and 13.7 percent over ten years, expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Collingwood's current employment composition, local employment is estimated to rise by 7.4 percent over five years and 14.9 percent over ten years. This calculation represents a basic weighted extrapolation intended for illustration only and does not incorporate localized population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Collingwood is $2,130 a week (about $111,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,338 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $74,601 a year against an average of $91,595. 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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In the Collingwood SA2, the median taxpayer income is $74,601 and the average taxpayer income is $91,595, according to the latest postcode ATO statistics aggregated by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year. These figures are exceptionally high on a national scale, especially when contrasted with Greater Melbourne's median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year yields estimated figures of approximately $81,778 for the median and $100,406 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census highlights that individual weekly earnings of $1,338 place the area in the 95th percentile nationally.
The weekly income band of $1,500 - 2,999 contains 32.2% of the local population (3,665 individuals), which is close to the wider regional distribution of 32.8% in the same bracket. The large segment of high earners, with 33.1% receiving more than $3,000/week, points to strong local purchasing power. Residents spend 18.6% of their income on housing costs, but strong earnings keep disposable income in the 69th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 8th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Collingwood had 4,489 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 6% detached houses and 68% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 66% rented and 11% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $425 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month, a total housing cost higher than 91% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 20.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.5%. 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 Collingwood consisted of 5.8% standalone houses and 94.2% other types of dwellings including semi-detached homes and apartments, compared to Greater Melbourne's mix of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Collingwood is lower than the Melbourne metropolitan average, sitting at 11.0%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (23.2%) or renting (65.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was $2,167, exceeding the metropolitan average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $425, compared to $390 across Greater Melbourne.
Nationally, Collingwood's mortgage payments are significantly higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rent prices are notably above the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Collingwood counted 4,489 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,567 today, averaging 1.9 people each. 9% are couples with children, fewer than in 98% of areas nationally, against 29% couples without children. 43% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households account for 46.6% of the local total, consisting of couples with children at 8.9%, couples without children at 29.3%, and single-parent households at 7.0%. Non-family living arrangements represent 53.4% of households, with single-person households making up 42.6% and group households accounting for 10.8%. The average household size is 1.9 people, which is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
60.2% of adults in Collingwood hold a university qualification, including 38.0% with a bachelor degree and 17.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 9.8% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,163 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 967 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 level of education in Collingwood is significantly higher than broader averages, with 60.2% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 33.4% across VIC. This high concentration of tertiary qualifications positions the suburb well for industries driven by knowledge. Bachelor degrees represent the most common qualification at 38.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 17.8% and graduate diplomas at 4.4%. Vocational education accounts for 18.5% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, which includes advanced diplomas (8.7%) and certificates (9.8%). There is a high level of educational participation in the area, with 26.3% of the population currently enrolled in study.
This includes 12.1% of residents in tertiary studies, 4.7% in primary school, and 3.1% attending secondary school.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Collingwood reaches 20 stops on 30 routes, timetabled for about 9,900 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 0.4 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of public transport shows 20 active transit stops in Collingwood, consisting of lightrail and bus options. These stops are serviced by 30 unique routes, which support a total of 9,893 passenger trips weekly. Transport connectivity is excellent, with residents living an average of 177 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, and most working residents commute elsewhere, with private vehicles remaining the most common method of travel at 45%, followed by walking at 20% and cycling at 9%. Vehicle ownership averages 0.4 per household, which is below the metropolitan average.
A high proportion of residents, 53.0%, worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions. Service frequency across all local routes averages 1,413 trips per day, which translates to approximately 494 weekly trips per transit stop.
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71.4% of residents in Collingwood report no long-term health condition. 3.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 66.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Collingwood displays favorable health statistics, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality and chronic illnesses, with both younger and older demographics showing a low incidence of common health issues. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is exceptionally high at approximately 67% of the population (7,603 people). This compares to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national benchmark of 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded in the area are mental health conditions and asthma, which affect 12.6% and 9.4% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 71.4% of the population reported no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Health statistics for working-age residents are generally typical. The suburb has 7.3% of its population aged 65 and over (827 people), which is lower than the Greater Melbourne proportion of 15.0%. Senior residents show strong health outcomes, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
37.4% of Collingwood residents were born overseas and 26.6% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 77% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (22.4%) and Australian (15.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Collingwood displays high levels of cultural diversity, with 26.6% of the population speaking a non-English language at home and 37.4% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 21.8% of local residents. The most distinct religious overrepresentation in comparison to Greater Melbourne is Judaism, which accounts for 0.8% of the local population compared to 1.0% across the metropolitan area. Looking at ancestral backgrounds based on parents' country of birth, the three largest groups in Collingwood are English at 22.4%, Australian at 15.7%, and Other at 14.7%. There are also notable differences in ethnic representation compared to the wider region, with Vietnamese backgrounds accounting for 3.2% of Collingwood (versus 1.9% regionally), French at 0.8% (versus 0.5%), and Polish at 1.0% (versus 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Collingwood is 33, younger than 88% of areas nationally. 44.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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With a median age of 33, Collingwood's population is younger than Greater Melbourne's median of 37 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Relative to Greater Melbourne, Collingwood has a higher share of residents aged 25 - 34 (34.7%) but fewer children aged 5 - 14 (6.2%). The concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is also much higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 35 to 44 has grown from 19.1% to 21.0%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 age bracket decreased from 36.4% to 34.7% and the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 11.2% to 9.7%.
Demographic forecasts for 2041 show significant shifts ahead, with the 25 to 34 age group projected to grow the most at 36%, adding 1,428 residents to reach 5,377.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Collingwood
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 | Apr 2026 4 months ago all 25 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 Apr 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 — 115 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,179 at the 2021 Census → 11,383 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 (206071141). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.