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Croydon - West has an estimated 15,030 residents, up from 14,139 at the 2021 Census — a change of 891 people, or 6.3%. Growth has averaged 0.5% a year over five years. 158 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 70.3% of that increase. That puts 2,210 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 investigations by AreaSearch, the resident count of Croydon - West stands at approximately 15,030 as of May 2026. This represents an expansion of 891 individuals (6.3%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 14,139 people. This shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 14,940 combined with 158 validated new addresses registered since the Census. Such population levels result in a density of 2,210 persons per square kilometer, outstripping the typical figures recorded across analyzed Australian areas. The 6.3% rise since the 2021 census placed the suburb ahead of both the broader SA4 region (3.8%) and the SA3 area, establishing it as a local growth frontrunner.
This population gain was mostly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 70.3% of the total increase, though positive contributions were also observed from natural growth and interstate migration. Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia, issued in 2024 using 2022 as a starting point, are applied to each SA2 location by AreaSearch. In instances where specific SA2 regions lack this data, figures are derived from the 2023 Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusted by aggregating population expansion from LGA to SA2 levels using weighted methods. Age cohort growth rates from these compilations are also projected forward for the period from 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts indicate that this suburb will experience population growth above the national median, with expectations of an increase of 1,833 persons to 2041 relative to recent annual ERP data, translating to a total growth of 11.6% over the 16 years.
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236 new dwellings have been approved in Croydon - West over the past five years, an average of 47 a year. That is 3.3 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 35 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 63% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 46, broadly in line with 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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Croydon - West registers approximately 47 residential development approvals annually, yielding 236 approved dwellings over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 43 during the current FY-26. Given that an average of 1.6 new occupants arrived per approved dwelling over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, residential supply and demand appear closely aligned, yielding a balanced market, though this ratio rose to 4.8 people per approved dwelling over the last 2 financial years, suggesting heightened demand and potential shortfalls. The average construction cost of these new dwellings is $380,000.
Additionally, commercial building approvals have reached $17.6 million in the current financial year, representing a moderate pace of commercial development. When compared to Greater Melbourne, Croydon - West experiences roughly three-quarters of the per capita construction volume, placing it in the 40th percentile of analyzed localities nationwide, which limits choice for buyers and shifts attention to established properties. This rate also sits below the national average, showcasing the maturity of the suburb and hinting at potential planning limitations. The mix of new construction consists of 63.0% detached houses and 37.0% apartments or townhouses, showing a growing diversity of attached dwellings that provide varied options across different price points, ranging from large family residences to compact units. This marks a clear departure from the current housing landscape, which consists of 93.0% houses, showing that vacant development sites are becoming scarce alongside changing preferences for diverse and affordable housing. There are approximately 443 residents for every dwelling approval, which is typical of an established neighborhood. Looking forward, the population of Croydon - West is anticipated to grow by 1,743 residents by 2041, based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. The pace of construction remains reasonably aligned with this forecast growth, although home buyers may face increased competition as the local population expands.
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Development applications around Croydon - West
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Croydon - West, worth an estimated $148 million. A further 118 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $24.5 billion. 18 are already under construction and 38 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development initiatives have a significant influence on local property dynamics. A total of 26 relevant projects have been tracked by AreaSearch within the local area. Significant initiatives include The Outlook Croydon North, Croydon Community Wellbeing Precinct, Bellara Drive Social Housing Development, and Croydon Main Street Revitalisation, with details of the most significant works outlined below.
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The Outlook Croydon North
New residential estate of 48 architect designed townhomes in Croydon North, delivering modern family living close to local schools, parks and shopping. As of late 2025 the project is under construction with completion expected in 2026.
Croydon Community Wellbeing Precinct
A staged redevelopment of the Civic Square precinct in central Croydon delivering a major community wellbeing destination. The project consists of two new hubs alongside upgraded open space. The Cultural Hub, on the corner of Mt Dandenong Road and Civic Square, will house a new Croydon Library, a 160-seat black box theatre and performance space, multipurpose rooms, a Council customer service centre, cafe and meeting spaces, and will retain the heritage facades of EV's Youth Centre and the Cottage.The Multipurpose Hub will replace Keystone Hall and back onto new bowling greens, providing a permanent home for Croydon Bowls Club, Croydon RSL and other sporting groups. Stage 1 (Hub B - the multigenerational community hub in the former Civic Offices) was completed in mid 2023. The planning permit for the new hubs was approved on 2 June 2025, Keystone Hall was demolished in October 2025, and as of February 2026 ground works are in progress on the Cultural Hub with the main Multipurpose Hub works scheduled to begin in mid 2026. The Cultural Hub is targeting a 5 Star Green Star rating with solar power, rainwater harvesting and low-carbon materials. The Australian Government has contributed funding toward the precinct.
Bellara Drive Social Housing Development
The development involves the construction of three single-storey dwellings at 108 Bellara Drive, Croydon. Each dwelling features one bedroom, an open plan kitchen, living and dining area, bathroom, and secluded private open space, with one car parking space per dwelling accessed via a shared driveway. Designed to comply with Liveable Housing Australia silver standards for accessibility.
Croydon Central Shopping Centre Redevelopment
Complete redevelopment and expansion of Croydon Central Shopping Centre featuring new ALDI supermarket relocated into main centre, dining precinct 'The Grove', enhanced fresh food offerings, medical centre, childcare facilities, luxury townhouses, and improved accessibility. The project transformed the centre into a vibrant community retail hub serving Melbourne's eastern suburbs.
Croydon Main Street Revitalisation
A $15 million urban renewal initiative focused on transforming Croydon Main Street into a safer, more accessible, and vibrant community hub. Funded via a 50/50 partnership between the Maroondah City Council and the Australian Government's Thriving Suburbs Program, the project includes upgraded lighting, new street furniture, enhanced landscaping, and improved pedestrian connectivity to the Croydon Community Wellbeing Precinct. Construction is anticipated to commence in late 2025 following the completion of detailed design and preliminary site assessments in early 2025.
Croydon Community School New Campus
Construction of a new campus for Croydon Community School on the site of the former Croydon Secondary College, featuring modern facilities including administration, wellbeing, town hall and advisory buildings, physical education facilities, general classrooms, technology building, science lab, home economics classroom, outdoor kitchen, covered deck, and music complex.
295 Mt Dandenong Road Residential Development
Development of 32 contemporary apartments on a 1405m2 site, designed by award-winning Kavellaris Urban Design. Features a mix of 1-bedroom (52sqm), 2-bedroom (68sqm), and 2-bedroom/2-bathroom (79sqm) apartments with Better Apartment Design compliance, 71% BESS sustainability score, and DDA compliance across 25 apartments. Off-the-plan sales are currently active with permits and plans approved.
Hughes Park Pavilion Redevelopment
Major redevelopment of the Hughes Park sporting pavilion in Croydon North, home to the Croydon North Cricket Club and Croydon North Veterans Football Club. The project includes construction of new modern changerooms compliant with AFL and Cricket Australia requirements, fit-for-purpose female-friendly changerooms, a roof reconstruction, accessibility improvements, umpire rooms, accessible toilets, a kitchen upgrade, and expanded social space. The works are funded by a $500,000 Victorian Government grant, with Maroondah City Council contributing the balance.Construction began in November 2025 and is due for completion in July 2026.
7,592 residents of Croydon - West are employed, from a labour force of 7,947. Unemployment sits at 4.5%, with participation at 63.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.6% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 12,811, about 85% 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 workforce in Croydon - West is well-educated, with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of 4.5%, and an estimated job growth rate of 1.3% over the past year. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 7,592, with the unemployment rate sitting 0.3% below the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, while participation in the labor force is low at 63.8% compared to the metropolitan average of 70.2%. Census data reveals that a substantial 33.0% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary employment fields for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The suburb displays a notable specialization in construction, with its share of employment in this sector reaching 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing is underrepresented at 2.9% compared to the regional average of 5.2%. Comparison of the Census working population against the resident population indicates that this residential suburb offers a limited number of local jobs. Analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch indicates that for the 12 months ending March 2026, the number of employed persons grew by 1.3% while the labor force expanded by 1.9%, resulting in a 0.6 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1% and the labor force by 2.3%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. Additional guidance on future employment trends in Croydon - West can be drawn from the May-25 national job forecasts by Jobs and Skills Australia. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future employment paths. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rates of change vary by sector. Applying these trends to the local industry mix suggests that employment in the suburb could expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.6% over ten years, based on a simple weighted extrapolation that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
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Median household income in Croydon - West is $1,695 a week (about $88,000 a year), with median personal income at $805 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $58,724 a year against an average of $70,364. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode level ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, Croydon - West SA2 has a median taxpayer income of $58,724 and an average taxpayer income of $70,364. This exceeds the national benchmark, though it contrasts with the Greater Melbourne median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates for March 2026 stand at approximately $64,373 for the median and $77,133 for the average. Based on the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes are moderate, placing between the 47th and 50th percentiles.
The largest income bracket contains 29.8% of the population (4,478 residents) who earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, which is similar to the wider region where this group accounts for 32.8%. Financial strain from housing is notable, with just 83.4% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the suburb in the 46th percentile, while the SEIFA index ranks the area in the 6th decile for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Croydon - West had 5,418 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 93% detached houses and 2% apartments. 40% are owned with a mortgage, 23% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $399 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,078 a month. Rent absorbs 23.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 28.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential property types in Croydon - West at the time of the latest Census consisted of 93.0% houses and 7.0% alternative dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and other categories, compared to the Melbourne metro split of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. The rate of home ownership in Croydon - West was 37.6%, which is higher than the Melbourne metro average, with remaining homes occupied by individuals with a mortgage (39.9%) or renters (22.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment was higher than the Melbourne metro average at $2,078, and the median weekly rent was $399, compared to metropolitan figures of $2,000 and $390.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Croydon - West are notably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, while weekly rents also exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Croydon - West counted 5,418 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,759 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 27% 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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Families represent the majority of households at 70.2%, consisting of couples with children at 31.9%, couples without children at 26.5%, and single parent households at 10.9%. The remaining 29.8% are non-family households, which consist of single person households at 27.4% and group households at 2.4%. The average household size of 2.5 persons is slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
31.6% of adults in Croydon - West hold a university qualification, including 20.5% with a bachelor degree and 7.3% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 20.1% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 1,622 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,009 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 formal qualifications in Croydon - West is lower than metropolitan averages, with 31.6% of residents aged 15 and over holding a university degree compared to 37.0% in Greater Melbourne. This disparity suggests room for further skill acquisition and educational advancement. Bachelor degrees represent the largest university cohort at 20.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 7.3% and graduate diplomas at 3.8%. Vocational education is common, with 32.3% of residents aged 15 and over holding technical certificates, including advanced diplomas (12.2%) and vocational certificates (20.1%). Enrolment in education is strong, with 27.4% of the population participating in formal study.
This student cohort includes 9.3% in primary schools, 7.1% in high schools, and 4.4% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
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Public transport in Croydon - West reaches 69 stops on 20 routes, timetabled for about 3,300 services a week. The typical home sits about 250 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 transport networks in Croydon - West include 69 active stops serviced by a collection of bus routes. These stops are utilized by 20 different routes, which together provide 3,265 passenger trips each week. Transport access is rated as good, with residents living an average of 248 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 89%, followed by train travel at 6%. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 1.4.
A significant 33.0% of local workers work from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions. Across all transit lines, service frequency averages 466 daily trips, which represents approximately 47 trips per week for each transport stop.
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67.1% of residents in Croydon - West report no long-term health condition. 7.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 54.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health outcomes in Croydon - West are above average based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality and chronic disease rates, with common health conditions occurring at low rates among the general population, although they exceed the national average within older, vulnerable age groups. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is relatively strong, covering approximately 54% of the population (~8,131 people) compared to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne. Arthritis and mental health challenges represent the most prevalent medical diagnoses in the suburb, affecting 8.6% and 8.1% of citizens, respectively. Meanwhile, 67.1% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Health statistics for working-age residents are generally typical. The population includes 24.7% of residents who are aged 65 and over (3,713 people), which is higher than the Greater Melbourne share of 15.0%, though this cohort ranks lower nationally than the rest of the local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
25.8% of Croydon - West residents were born overseas and 18.7% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.4%) and Australian (24.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Croydon - West exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than most local property markets, with 25.8% of the population born outside Australia and 18.7% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, representing 46.3% of the community. The most distinct variance from the wider metropolitan area is in the Other category, which accounts for 1.4% of the population locally compared to 2.3% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding ancestral backgrounds, the three largest groups in Croydon - West are English ancestry at 27.4% of the population, which is higher than the regional benchmark of 20.1%, Australian ancestry at 24.0%, which is higher than the regional average of 18.4%, and Other ancestry at 8.6%, which is lower than the regional average of 14.6%.
Notable differences in specific ethnic backgrounds also exist: Dutch ancestry accounts for 2.1% in Croydon - West (compared to 1.2% regionally), Hungarian ancestry represents 0.4% (compared to 0.3%), and Sri Lankan ancestry stands at 0.5% (compared to 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Croydon - West is 41. 22.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Croydon - West is 41 years, which is higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and the national median of 38. The 75 - 84 age group is overrepresented locally at 10.1% compared to the metropolitan average, while 25 - 34 year-olds are underrepresented at 11.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 8.3% to 10.1%, whereas the 0 to 4 age bracket has decreased from 6.2% to 5.1%. Demographic projections suggest the age profile of Croydon - West will change notably by 2041, with the 85 and over cohort expected to grow by 88%, adding 624 residents to reach a total of 1,335.
This aging trend is highlighted by the fact that residents aged 65 and older represent 69% of the projected population growth, while decreases are anticipated in the 0 to 4 and 5 to 14 age groups.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Croydon - West
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 5 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 158 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (14,139 at the 2021 Census → 15,030 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 (211031451). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.