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Craigieburn - Central has an estimated 8,229 residents, up from 8,099 at the 2021 Census — a change of 130 people, or 1.6%. That puts 2,073 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 demographic findings from AreaSearch, the resident count in Craigieburn - Central stands at approximately 8,229 as of Aug 2026. This indicates an expansion of 130 people (1.6%) relative to the 8,099 people documented in the 2021 Census. Such movement is calculated using ABS estimated resident population figures of 8,172 as of June 2025 alongside 79 validated new addresses established following the Census. Consequently, local density reaches 2,072 persons per square kilometer, outperforming the benchmark across nationwide areas analyzed by AreaSearch. Inbound international migration served as the principal catalyst for population additions, generating roughly 75.3% of total net gains over recent periods.
Population projections produced by ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024, utilising 2022 as a base point, are incorporated by AreaSearch for SA2 boundaries. Where coverage is absent, 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections are adapted via a weighted aggregation framework converting LGA figures to SA2 geographic levels. Age-specific growth distributions derived from this modeling are similarly projected across every locality between 2032 and 2041. Anticipated demographic trends place the area within the highest quartile nationwide for future expansion, projecting an increase of 3,085 persons through to 2041 according to recent annual ERP data, which translates to a total rise of 36.8% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
104 new dwellings have been approved in Craigieburn - Central over the past five years, an average of 20 a year. That is 2.6 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 21 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 38% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Over the preceding 5 financial years, residential approvals in Craigieburn - Central have averaged roughly 20 dwellings per year, culminating in 104 homes. Because the local resident count contracted over recent times, this pipeline of building activity has remained relatively sound for prospective purchasers, with an average construction cost of $339,000 per dwelling sitting below regional benchmarks to deliver more attainable price points. Furthermore, commercial approvals totaling $1.5 million have been authorized during this financial year, underscoring an environment heavily oriented toward residential construction. Dwelling creation in Craigieburn - Central remains noticeably subdued when contrasted with Greater Melbourne (trailing the regional per-capita rate by 76.0%).
A restricted pipeline of new construction frequently bolsters values and buyer competition across established stock. Building rates also sit lower than the national benchmark, pointing to established local infrastructure and possible planning restrictions. Of all recent approvals, 38.0% comprise standalone houses, whereas 62.0% consist of medium-to-high-density properties. This orientation toward higher-density development offers accessible price points catering to downsizers, property investors, and entry-level purchasers. This represents an evident departure from existing neighborhood stock (where separate houses constitute 92.0%), reflecting dwindling greenfield supply alongside modern household preferences for diversified, budget-conscious dwellings. A metric of approximately 328 people per approval confirms the mature status of the local market. Projections indicate that Craigieburn - Central will add 3,028 residents by 2041 (benchmarked against the latest quarterly estimate from AreaSearch). Should construction maintain its current pace, additions to dwelling stock could fall short of resident inflows, likely intensifying competition among buyers and underwriting ongoing price growth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Craigieburn - Central
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Craigieburn - Central, worth an estimated $763 million. A further 158 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $61.7 billion. 56 are already under construction and 63 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, transport & logistics and education & training. 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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Regional performance and development trajectories are heavily shaped by planning programs, capital upgrades, and civil infrastructure. AreaSearch has outlined 7 projects poised to influence the district, with principal developments encompassing The Base Craigieburn, Aston Square Neighbourhood Centre, Stockland Highlands Masterplanned Community, and Craigieburn Road Upgrade, as summarized below.
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The Base Craigieburn
The Base Craigieburn is a major 21.6-hectare large-format retail and lifestyle precinct located in Melbournes northern growth corridor. As of mid-2026, Precincts 2 and 3 are fully operational with tenants including ALDI, Planet Fitness, and Bluefit Swimming. Construction is currently progressing on Precinct 4, which is expanding the sites commercial and retail footprint to meet the demands of the rapidly growing local population.
Amaroo Business Park
Rokon is delivering the Amaroo Business Park, an expansive 50-hectare commercial and industrial estate situated along Amaroo Road near the Hume Freeway in Craigieburn. The development features serviced industrial land parcels, high-clearance warehouses, logistics facilities, and dedicated commercial offices. It offers direct connectivity to key Victorian freight corridors including the Hume Highway and Western Ring Road.
Craigieburn Community Hospital Development
Major expansion and stage 2 refurbishment of the Craigieburn Health Service into a state-of-the-art Community Hospital operated by Northern Health, providing expanded urgent care, day surgery, renal dialysis, and specialized outpatient services.
Craigieburn Road Upgrade
The Craigieburn Road Upgrade duplicated approximately 5.5km of Craigieburn Road to two lanes in each direction between the Hume Highway and Mickleham Road in Craigieburn, Melbourne's north. Major construction was completed in December 2024. Key features include 20km of new lanes, 14km of new shared walking and cycling paths, 16 new or upgraded signalised intersections (replacing roundabouts where applicable), bus priority lanes, safety barriers, and extensive drainage improvements including 14.5km of underground stormwater pipes. The project improves traffic flow, safety, public transport reliability, active travel connections, and access to shopping centres and Craigieburn station.
Hume Hockey Centre Second Pitch Expansion
Hume City Council capital infrastructure works delivering a second synthetic hockey pitch, high-grade sports LED floodlighting, and pavilion enhancements at the Hume Hockey Centre in Craigieburn to support regional competition and grassroots participation.
The Base ALDI Store Expansion
New full-line ALDI supermarket delivered as the anchor tenant for Precinct 2 at The Base lifestyle destination. The store includes self-serve checkouts and modern store design, expanding grocery choice for the rapidly growing Craigieburn community. The project has been completed and is now trading as part of the broader retail precinct.
Craigieburn West Precinct Structure Plan
Approved precinct structure plan for approximately 8,000 new dwellings across 562 hectares in Craigieburn West, gazetted in January 2022 under Amendment C246hume to the Hume Planning Scheme and updated in November 2022 under Amendment C264hume to correct minor errors. The precinct will develop as a series of walkable residential neighbourhoods along a north-south green spine, supported by a local town centre, schools, community hubs, conservation reserves, active open space, sporting grounds and connected parks. Bus services and shared pedestrian and cycling paths will connect residents to surrounding activity centres including Craigieburn Central, Aston Village and Highlands Village.The town centre includes a full-line supermarket, specialty shops and non-retail local services. Multiple landowners including Peet, Stockland, Park Group and HB Land hold land within the precinct. Land sales and residential construction are actively underway, with Stockland's adjoining Highlands community and Peet's Aston Estate both releasing new stages in 2026, and development expected to reach capacity around 2035-2036.
True North Estate
Award-winning masterplanned residential community by Satterley Property Group spanning Greenvale and Roxburgh Park suburbs, approximately 198 hectares. Features elevated parcels with Melbourne skyline views, a completed 10-hectare multi-million dollar sporting precinct with two sporting fields, pavilion and adventure playground, and multiple completed parks. The estate is now fully sold out across both the Roxburgh Park and Greenvale neighbourhoods, with Stage 24 being the final release (titles due mid-2025). Over 2,500 dwellings delivered across the estate.Satterley has indicated the next neighbourhood release is still several years away, pending rezoning of future precincts.
3,951 residents of Craigieburn - Central are employed, from a labour force of 4,313. Unemployment sits at 8.4%, with participation at 66.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 6,802, about 83% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The local labour pool in Craigieburn - Central features substantial representation across manufacturing and trade disciplines, alongside an unemployment rate of 8.4% and an estimated annual job expansion of 0.8%. With 3,951 residents employed as of March 2026, local joblessness exceeds the 4.8% recorded across Greater Melbourne by 3.6%, highlighting potential for improvement, while the participation rate remains comparatively subdued at 66.2% against the metropolitan benchmark of 70.1%. Census records indicate that 14.0% of local workers performed their roles remotely, though broader COVID-19 restriction measures should be factored into this figure.
The primary employment sectors for local workers consist of health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and construction. A pronounced concentration is evident in transport, postal & warehousing, which captures a workforce share 2.1 times the wider metropolitan average. Conversely, professional & technical roles remain noticeably under-indexed, engaging just 4.2% of working residents in Craigieburn - Central compared to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. Census comparisons between resident workers and locally sited positions indicate that this predominantly residential district provides limited employment within its own borders. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data indicates that employment levels rose by 0.8% and the labour force shrank by 0.6% during the year to March 2026, which led to a 1.3 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.1%, labour force growth of 2.3%, and an increase in unemployment of 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional context regarding potential future demand within Craigieburn - Central. These projections, which span five and ten-year periods, have been overlaid onto the local employment profile to estimate growth trajectories. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Craigieburn - Central's employment composition, local employment is expected to grow by 5.8% over five years and 12.5% over ten years, though this represents a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localised population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Craigieburn - Central is $1,523 a week (about $79,000 a year), with median personal income at $654 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $51,808 a year against an average of $58,914. 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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Recent ATO postcode data analyzed by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 demonstrates that personal earnings in the Craigieburn - Central SA2 lag national figures, recording a median of $51,808 and an average of $58,914. These metrics compare to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% recorded since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach roughly $56,792 for median earnings and $64,582 for average earnings as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, local household income sits at the 37th percentile ($1,523 weekly), while individual earnings place at the 20th percentile.
In terms of earnings brackets, the dominant cohort comprises 36.0% generating $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (representing 2,962 residents), closely aligning with the 32.8% regional proportion. Mortgage and rental commitments exert noticeable pressure on living costs, with 83.7% of earnings remaining post-housing, positioning the area at the 37th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Craigieburn - Central had 2,595 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 93% detached houses and 4% apartments. 44% are owned with a mortgage, 28% rented and 29% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $350 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,517 a month. Rent absorbs 23.0% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.0%. 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, residential stock across Craigieburn - Central was heavily concentrated in standalone houses at 92.5%, with alternative formats (including apartments, semi-detached properties, and 'other' dwellings) making up 7.5%, in contrast to Melbourne metro where separate houses represented 67.9% and other styles accounted for 32.1%. Outright home ownership reached 28.9%, trailing Melbourne metro slightly, while 43.5% of homes were held with a mortgage and 27.6% were tenanted. Typical housing costs remained below regional benchmarks, with median monthly mortgage payments of $1,517 and median weekly rent of $350, compared to $2,000 and $390 across Melbourne metro.
Nationally, local mortgage obligations sit below the Australian figure of $1,863, and weekly rents remain lower than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Craigieburn - Central counted 2,595 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 3.0 people each. 41% are couples with children, more than in 82% of areas nationally, against 20% couples without children. 20% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the overwhelming majority of local households at 77.9%, led by couples with children (41.2%), followed by couples without children (20.1%) and single parent families (15.5%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 22.1%, encompassing lone person households at 19.5% and group households at 2.7%. With a median household size of 3.0 people, residences accommodate more occupants on average than the Greater Melbourne standard of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
18.5% of adults in Craigieburn - Central hold a university qualification, including 11.5% with a bachelor degree and 5.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 22.9% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 635 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 991 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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Attainment of higher education in the area is comparatively low, with 18.5% of residents holding university degrees compared to the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 37.0%, offering clear avenues for future educational investment. Among degree holders, bachelor qualifications represent 11.5%, postgraduate awards account for 5.3%, and graduate diplomas stand at 1.7%. Meanwhile, technical and vocational skills are widely held, with 33.7% of individuals aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, broken down into advanced diplomas (10.8%) and certificates (22.9%). A substantial proportion of the local population is engaged in study, with 33.1% of residents enrolled across educational institutions.
This comprises 11.1% attending primary schools, 8.6% in secondary education, and 4.8% undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Craigieburn - Central reaches 23 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 4,800 services a week. The typical home sits about 220 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.6 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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The transit network in Craigieburn - Central features 23 active bus stops distributed across the area. A network of 6 separate routes operates across these facilities, generating 4,826 passenger trips on a weekly basis. Accessibility is favorable, with the typical resident residing 219 meters from the nearest stop. Given the district's residential character, commuter travel is predominantly outbound, with private vehicles accounting for 87% of journeys and rail travel comprising 8%. Households maintain an average of 1.6 vehicles, exceeding the wider metropolitan figure. Working from home engaged 14.0% of local workers according to the 2021 Census, which may incorporate the effects of COVID-19 health directives.
Bus services across all corridors run at an average rate of 689 daily trips, providing approximately 209 trips per stop every week.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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71.2% of residents in Craigieburn - Central report no long-term health condition. 7.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.4% 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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Assessments of chronic condition rates and mortality figures by AreaSearch point to below-average overall health metrics in Craigieburn - Central. Common medical ailments among the general population align closely with broader norms, though prevalence is elevated above national levels across older cohorts. Private health insurance participation is notably constrained at approximately 48% of residents (~3,982 people), compared with 56.7% across Greater Melbourne and 55.7% nationally. Arthritis and mental health conditions represent the most prevalent diagnosed ailments, affecting 7.8 and 7.2% of the local population respectively, whereas 71.2% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, comparable to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
Health measures across working-age residents broadly match regional norms. Seniors aged 65 and over comprise 12.7% of the locality (1,040 people), below the Greater Melbourne proportion of 15.1%. While health outcomes among senior residents show some specific vulnerabilities, their overall national standing remains lower than that of the wider community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
39.0% of Craigieburn - Central residents were born overseas and 44.6% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 84% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (18.0%) and English (17.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity is pronounced in Craigieburn - Central, where 39.0% of the community was born overseas and 44.6% communicate in a language other than English at home. Christianity represents the primary religious affiliation, encompassing 46.8% of residents. Notably, religious adherence classified as Other is significantly elevated, accounting for 7.9% of the population compared to 2.3% across Greater Melbourne. Analyzing parental country of birth reveals that the three largest ancestral groups are Other at 25.7% (well above the regional average of 14.6%), Australian at 18.0%, and English at 17.0%. Furthermore, specific heritage backgrounds show elevated local representation relative to regional patterns, including Samoan backgrounds at 1.8% (against 0.3% regionally), Maltese at 2.4% (against 1.1%), and Sri Lankan at 0.9% (against 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Craigieburn - Central is 34, younger than 84% of areas nationally. 29.7% 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 age distribution of Craigieburn - Central is characterized by a prominent youth demographic alongside mature-aged parents. Children and young adults (0 - 24) represent 34.6% of the population as at August 2026, outstripping the Greater Melbourne proportion of 30.5%, while individuals aged 25 - 44 account for 28.6% compared to 32.1% across the metropolitan area. The median age remains steady at 34 as at August 2026, matching the 2021 Census figure and sitting 3 years younger than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 recorded in that Census. The most noticeable demographic shift since the Census is the rise in retiree and senior residents (65+), increasing from 11.1% to an estimated 12.7%.
Looking ahead to 2041, mature adults and early retirees (45 - 64) are anticipated to comprise the bulk of incoming growth, expanding by 892 residents (45%) to reach 2,876. The steepest rate of growth is anticipated among seniors and retirees, climbing 86% to 1,932.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Craigieburn - Central
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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) | Aug 2026 last month 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 4 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 Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 79 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (8,099 at the 2021 Census → 8,229 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 Aug 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 (210051441). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.