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Craigieburn - West has an estimated 14,970 residents, up from 12,999 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,971 people, or 15.2%. Growth has averaged 3.4% a year over five years, faster than 84% of areas nationally. 233 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 70.1% of that increase. That puts 3,660 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 research conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Craigieburn - West stands at roughly 14,970 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 1,971 people (15.2%) compared to the 12,999 people counted in the 2021 Census. This upward trend is established using the ABS estimated resident population figure of 14,970 as of June 2025 alongside 233 validated new addresses recorded after the Census count. Population density currently reaches 3,660 persons per square kilometer, positioning the community within the upper quartile of all Australian locations evaluated by AreaSearch. Outperforming both Victoria's 9.5% increase and the nationwide benchmark, Craigieburn - West's 15.2% expansion since the 2021 census establishes it as an area leader in demographic expansion.
Inbound overseas migration served as the core engine of this demographic increase, generating roughly 70.1% of recent overall population additions. Projections published by the ABS and Geoscience Australia in 2024 (benchmarked to 2022) form the foundation of AreaSearch's SA2 modelling, with gaps filled by the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections converted via a weighted aggregation framework to SA2 geography. From 2032 to 2041, these aggregated age-bracket growth trajectories are applied across every territory. Demographic modelling points to exceptional expansion that places Craigieburn - West within the top 10 percent of statistical areas evaluated by AreaSearch, forecasting an influx of 11,589 persons by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP totals, representing an overall expansion of 77.4% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
392 new dwellings have been approved in Craigieburn - West over the past five years, an average of 78 a year. That places the area in the 92nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 78 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 94% 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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Residential planning approvals across Craigieburn - West have averaged approximately 78 new dwellings annually, amounting to 392 homes over the past 5 financial years. With an inflow of 5.8 people each year per newly built dwelling across the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), buyer competition and price pressures are mounting as local demand substantially exceeds newly constructed housing supply. Furthermore, an average construction value of $361,000 per dwelling comes in below regional benchmarks, highlighting relatively budget-friendly building costs for new property seekers. Underscoring the district's predominantly residential focus, $5.1 million in commercial building permits were logged in this financial year.
Residential building output per capita in Craigieburn - West is roughly half of Greater Melbourne's rate, yet still ranks at the 72nd percentile across Australian areas. Detached single-family houses comprise 94.0% of newly consented residential structures, with townhouses or apartments accounting for the remaining 6.0%, reinforcing a family-oriented suburban environment popular with households desiring generous living space. A ratio of roughly 175 people per approval highlights the emerging character of this growth corridor. According to the newest AreaSearch quarterly figures, demographic modeling forecasts an increase of 11,589 residents for Craigieburn - West leading up to 2041. Should current construction tempos persist, dwelling supply risks trailing behind expanding household demand, which may fuel stronger buyer rivalry and drive further capital appreciation.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Craigieburn - 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 Craigieburn - West, worth an estimated $12.1 billion. A further 153 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $61.7 billion. 57 are already under construction and 63 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development 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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Capital investments, planning schemes, and infrastructure upgrades play a major role in shaping local development. AreaSearch has identified 11 significant infrastructure projects positioned to influence the district, highlighted by key developments such as Merrifield City Centre, Merrifield, Merrifield Business Park, and True North Estate, with detailed information on the most prominent initiatives provided below.
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Merrifield
Merrifield is Victoria's largest masterplanned mixed-use community, spanning 900+ hectares in Melbourne's north. A joint venture between MAB Corporation and Gibson Property Corporation, it is designed to accommodate 20,000+ residents across 7,500+ homes. The precinct features a 165-hectare city centre, a 330-hectare business park targeting 30,000 jobs, and extensive community infrastructure. As of May 2026, the Merrifield North PSP is in active planning with the Vision and Purpose Report released in March 2026, while retail expansions for Merrifield City Stage 3 and major industrial completions for tenants like Stellantis (2025) and Ford are progressing the site's evolution.
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.
Merrifield Business Park
Victoria's largest masterplanned business precinct spanning 415 hectares within a 900-hectare mixed-use community. Recent 2026 updates include the commencement of a purpose-built cold storage and distribution facility for Sunny Queen Australia, scheduled for completion in late 2026. The park serves as a major hub for Ford, Dulux, and Stellantis, and is expected to generate 25,000 to 35,000 jobs upon full completion.
Stockland Highlands Masterplanned Community
Stockland Highlands is a 1,100 hectare masterplanned community across Craigieburn and Mickleham. Development continues through the Brookrise and Brookrise Reserve neighbourhoods together with the Halcyon Highlands land lease community for over-55s. The estate will ultimately deliver more than 11,300 homes supported by schools, shopping, parks, sporting facilities and community infrastructure.
Halcyon Highlands - Over 55s Community
Premium over 55s gated community featuring 239 architecturally designed homes with 7-star energy ratings. Currently under construction with display homes open and $13.5 million state-of-the-art clubhouse being built. Resort-style facilities include gold-class cinema, heated pool, pickleball courts, bowling green, gym, and golf simulator. Lock-and-go lifestyle with no exit fees, stamp duty, or deferred management costs.
DHL Distribution Centre
Australia's largest distribution centre, spanning 100,000 square metres on 28 hectares in Mickleham, Melbourne's north. Originally commissioned by Kaufland, the facility was sold mid-construction to Fife Capital in 2020 for $83 million after Kaufland's withdrawal from Australia. It features a 73,200 sqm main warehouse, a 13,000 sqm temperature-controlled social building, and a 4,000 sqm office entry building, with 10.7 hectares of hardstand and 168 loading docks. Completed in 2021 by Vaughan Constructions, it is leased to DHL for 10 years, supporting specialised warehousing for healthcare and vaccine distribution.
Highlander Community Centre
New community centre providing permanent space for broad range of community services in Craigieburn. Features a large multi-purpose room (300m2) divisible into three 100m2 spaces, training room, two maternal and child health suites, activity room, commercial kitchen, and purpose-built arts room with mirrors, ballet barres and stage lighting. Delivered by Hume City Council in partnership with the Victorian Government's Growing Suburbs Fund.
Aston Square Neighbourhood Centre
A $68 million neighbourhood activity centre situated within the Aston Master-Planned Community at Craigieburn. The 5,000 square metre precinct is anchored by a 1,400 square metre IGA+ Liquor supermarket and includes a large-format gym, high-quality childcare centre, swim school, and over 18 specialty retail and food and beverage tenancies. The site also incorporates NDIS accommodation and light industrial lots. The project is led by BCA Corporation and Aston Central Pty Ltd, with Oreana Construct managing the build and First Urban overseeing project management.Ground was broken in mid-2025 and the centre is expected to open in late 2026.
6,950 residents of Craigieburn - West are employed, from a labour force of 7,455. Unemployment sits at 6.8%, with participation at 65.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% 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 12,908, about 86% 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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Craigieburn - West's local labour market features an educated demographic with solid representation across industrial and manufacturing trades, accompanied by a 6.8% unemployment rate and consistent employment conditions over the preceding year. Total employed residents reached 6,950 as of March 2026, while the jobless rate sits 2.0% above the 4.8% recorded across Greater Melbourne, alongside a lower workforce participation rate of 65.8% compared to the metropolitan standard of 70.1%. At the Census, 20.0% of local workers reported operating from home, an observation potentially shaped by pandemic-era lockdown measures. Leading industry sectors among local workers comprise transport, postal & warehousing, manufacturing, alongside health care & social assistance.
Local workforce concentration is especially pronounced in transport, postal & warehousing, where participation reaches 2.2 times the metropolitan norm. Conversely, professional & technical occupations are less prevalent, making up 6.1% of workers relative to the broader metropolitan figure of 10.1%. A comparison between Census local employment numbers and total working-age residents reveals that this heavily residential neighbourhood generates relatively few jobs within its own boundaries. According to AreaSearch evaluations of ABS and SALM releases, the 12 months to March 2026 recorded a 0.2% increase in employed residents and a 0.7% contraction in the labour pool, reducing local unemployment by 0.9 percentage points. Across Greater Melbourne over the same timeframe, employment expanded by 2.1% and the labour force grew by 2.3%, pushing the metropolitan jobless rate up by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide additional context regarding future workplace demand in Craigieburn - West. These five- and ten-year models have been compared with local industry compositions to gauge prospective employment trends. Across Australia, workforce numbers are projected to grow by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, with wide variation across specific industries. Weighting these sector forecasts against Craigieburn - West's specific workforce profile indicates potential local job increases of 6.2% over five years and 13.1% over ten years (noting this illustrative weighting model does not incorporate localized population adjustments).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Craigieburn - West is $1,752 a week (about $91,000 a year), with median personal income at $689 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $54,580 a year against an average of $62,067. 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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ATO taxation statistics for financial year 2023 at the postcode level indicate that taxpayers in the Craigieburn - West SA2 recorded a median earnings level of $54,580 and an average of $62,067, trailing the nationwide standard as well as Greater Melbourne's median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Factoring in Wage Price Index expansion of 9.62% since financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of roughly $59,831 (median) and $68,038 (average) as of March 2026. Based on Census data, local household earnings position at the 50th percentile ($1,752 weekly), while individual income sits at the 26th percentile.
The $1,500 - 2,999 income category represents the largest cohort at 40.5% of residents (6,062 people), compared with 32.8% regionally. Mortgage and rental outgoings present notable budget strain, leaving residents with 78.8% of income after housing expenses and placing the area at the 45th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Craigieburn - West had 3,792 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 1% apartments. 55% are owned with a mortgage, 35% rented and 11% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $381 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,900 a month, a total housing cost higher than 87% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 21.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the most recent Census, the dwelling landscape in Craigieburn - West was made up of 79.8% standalone houses and 20.1% other dwelling formats including semi-detached residences and apartments, contrasting with Greater Melbourne's composition of 67.9% separate houses and 32.1% medium-to-high density housing. Fully owned properties accounted for 10.6% of local residences, lagging behind the metropolitan level, while mortgaged homes stood at 54.5% and rental properties made up 34.9%. Typical monthly mortgage payments were $1,900 and weekly rents were $381, both coming in below Greater Melbourne medians of $2,000 and $390.
Compared with nationwide figures, Craigieburn - West's median mortgage obligations sit above the $1,863 Australian baseline, with rental costs also exceeding the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Craigieburn - West counted 3,792 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,367 today, averaging 3.3 people each. 54% are couples with children, more than in 96% of areas nationally, against 17% couples without children. 14% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the vast majority of local households at 83.4%, comprising couples with children (53.5%), couples without children (17.3%), and single parent families (11.4%). Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 16.6%, consisting of lone person households (14.3%) and group households (2.4%). The average household size sits at 3.3 people, which is notably larger than the 2.6 person average recorded across Greater Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.4% of adults in Craigieburn - West hold a university qualification, including 19.3% with a bachelor degree and 10.0% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 14.6% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,834 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,001 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 attainment in the district is comparatively strong, with 31.4% of residents aged 15+ possessing university credentials, surpassing the wider SA3 area figure of 24.3%. Bachelor degrees form the largest segment at 19.3%, supplemented by postgraduate degrees (10.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Technical training and vocational qualifications are also widely held, with 27.4% of residents aged 15+ holding certificates (14.6%) or advanced diplomas (12.8%). Community participation in learning programs is widespread, with 37.9% of the local population engaged in formal study. Within this group, 14.0% attend primary schools, 8.2% are in secondary education, and 4.9% are completing tertiary courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Craigieburn - West reaches 53 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 5,200 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 1.4 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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Public transit coverage in Craigieburn - West includes 53 operational bus stops across 7 discrete routes, delivering a combined 5,192 passenger trips per week. Local transit proximity is rated as excellent, with typical walking distances of 183 meters to the closest stop. Given the area's suburban layout, outbound commuting is standard: private vehicles account for 86% of travel, while 8% of commuters use trains. Private vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per household. Approximately 20.0% of the workforce worked from home at the 2021 Census, though pandemic conditions may have influenced this figure.
Public transport operations provide an average frequency of 741 trips per day across all available routes, which equates to roughly 97 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
81.6% of residents in Craigieburn - West report no long-term health condition. 5.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 49.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.1 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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Analysis by AreaSearch indicates below-average health indicators in Craigieburn - West across mortality and chronic health metrics, with general disease rates tracking near typical levels overall but rising above the national benchmark in older age brackets. Private health insurance coverage is somewhat limited, with roughly 50% of residents (~7,455 people) holding cover, trailing both the Greater Melbourne proportion of 56.7% and the national baseline of 55.7%. Asthma and arthritis represent the two most common diagnosed medical conditions locally, reported by 5.0 and 4.5% of the population respectively, while 81.6% of residents stated having no long-term illnesses, exceeding the Greater Melbourne mark of 72.6%.
Working-age adults display sound general health with low chronic illness rates. Residents aged 65 and over make up 8.2% of the local population (1,223 people), below Greater Melbourne's 15.1% share, though senior cohorts encounter comparatively more health difficulties despite ranking below national averages for the total community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
57.6% of Craigieburn - West residents were born overseas and 69.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 97% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Indian (12.1%) and Australian (10.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Displaying strong multicultural character, Craigieburn - West records 57.6% of its population born abroad and 69.9% speaking a language other than English in the home. Christianity represents the primary religious affiliation, accounting for 41.3% of the community. A notable divergence is observed in the Other religious category, which encompasses 11.0% of local residents compared to just 2.3% across Greater Melbourne. Examining parental country of birth, the primary ancestry groups in Craigieburn - West are Other at 46.3% (well above the regional 14.6%), Indian at 12.1% (exceeding the regional 4.2%), and Australian at 10.3% (below the regional 18.4%).
Several other cultural backgrounds also show distinct local concentrations, including Sri Lankan at 1.6% (against 0.8% across the region), Samoan at 1.6% (compared to 0.3%), and Lebanese at 1.5% (against 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Craigieburn - West is 32, younger than 95% of areas nationally. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 30.0% 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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Craigieburn - West exhibits a younger demographic profile than Greater Melbourne. As of August 2026, AreaSearch estimates indicate children and young adults (0 - 24) constitute 37.8% of the area compared to 30.5% across Greater Melbourne, while senior and retiree groups (65+) represent 8.2% against 15.1% regionally. The estimated median age reached 32 as at August 2026, rising from 31 at the 2021 Census, which remains below the metropolitan median of 37 and national median of 38 recorded at that Census. Young to middle-aged adults (25 - 44) declined from 38.1% at the Census to an estimated 36.3%.
Through to 2041, children and young adults will see the largest absolute addition, growing by 3,552 residents (63%) to 9,205, while elderly and retiree cohorts are projected to experience the fastest proportional surge, increasing 152% to 3,080 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Craigieburn - West
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 | Aug 2026 last 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 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 — 233 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (12,999 at the 2021 Census → 14,970 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 (210051543). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.