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Doncaster has an estimated 28,403 residents, up from 24,814 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,589 people, or 14.5%. Growth has averaged 2.5% a year over five years, faster than 83% of areas nationally. 453 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 91.8% of that increase. That puts 3,239 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 resident count of Doncaster stands at approximately 28,403 as of Aug 2026. This indicates an expansion of 3,589 residents (14.5%) following the 2021 Census, when 24,814 people were counted. This figure is derived from the ABS estimated resident population figure of 28,353 recorded as of June 2025 alongside 453 validated new addresses registered after the Census. Consequently, Doncaster exhibits a population density of 3,238 persons per square kilometer, placing the suburb within the upper quartile among all areas nationwide evaluated by AreaSearch. Surpassing the SA3 area figure of 7.9% and outpacing the broader SA4 region, Doncaster's 14.5% post-2021 Census gain establishes it as a regional growth frontrunner.
The primary driver of this demographic expansion was net overseas migration, which made up roughly 91.8% of the net population increase over recent timeframes. Projections published by the ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024, established on a 2022 baseline, serve as the basis for AreaSearch's SA2 figures. In instances where specific SA2 regions lack this coverage, AreaSearch incorporates the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusting figures via a weighted aggregation technique to translate LGA growth to the SA2 tier. In addition, projected growth rates across various age cohorts derived from these aggregations are applied to all territories from 2032 to 2041. Future demographic modelling indicates that Doncaster will experience significant growth placing it in the top quartile of AreaSearch statistical areas, with projections estimating an addition of 9,517 persons by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP totals, representing an aggregate surge of 33.3% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
935 new dwellings have been approved in Doncaster over the past five years, an average of 187 a year. That places the area in the 90th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 187 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 32% 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 permissions in Doncaster have averaged approximately 187 new dwellings annually, amounting to 935 homes across the past 5 financial years. With an inflow averaging 3.5 new residents annually for every residential unit delivered over the last 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), additions to the housing stock are tracking well below incoming population demand, generating greater competition among buyers and subsequent upward pricing momentum; concurrently, construction values average $662,000 per dwelling, highlighting an emphasis from builders on upper-tier, high-end stock. Furthermore, commercial building approvals reached $138.2 million during this financial year, underlining robust non-residential development in the local area.
Per capita construction activity in Doncaster has exceeded the Greater Melbourne benchmark by 24.0% over the 5 year period, providing solid options for buyers while reinforcing established property values, even as building velocity has tempered in recent times. Attached housing formats represent 68.0% of recent approvals compared to 32.0% for standalone homes, presenting cost-accessible entry points that appeal to first-time buyers, investors, and downsizers. Because detached houses currently make up 53.0% of local stock, this pivot represents a noticeable departure from historical housing stock, mirroring tighter infill land supply as well as shifting lifestyle and affordability demands. With an average of roughly 205 people per approval, Doncaster demonstrates the hallmarks of an evolving residential landscape. According to the latest quarterly estimates from AreaSearch, Doncaster is forecast to welcome 9,467 additional residents by 2041. Given prevailing development activity, new dwelling deliveries could struggle to keep pace with demographic expansion, potentially intensifying competitive pressure among purchasers and underwriting upward movement in dwelling prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Doncaster
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 23 current infrastructure and development projects inside Doncaster, worth an estimated $10.8 billion. A further 147 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $125.4 billion. 35 are already under construction and 63 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 economic and social trajectory is significantly guided by municipal infrastructure projects and planning developments. AreaSearch has identified 43 active or planned projects expected to influence the Doncaster precinct. Notable initiatives include the North East Link - Doncaster Interchange Upgrades, the Eastern Freeway Upgrades, the 686 Doncaster Apartments, and the Westfield Doncaster Expansion, with specific developments outlined below.
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North East Link - Doncaster Interchange Upgrades
Major reconstruction of the Doncaster Interchange as part of the North East Link and Eastern Freeway Upgrades. The existing Doncaster Road bridge was demolished in early January 2026 and is being rebuilt taller and wider to carry 10 lanes of traffic and accommodate Melbourne's first dedicated Eastern Busway beneath. A new multi-level car park (435 spaces), three longer bus platforms, a passenger services building, and improved pedestrian and cycling links form the upgraded Doncaster Park and Ride.The city-side of the new bridge is now open to traffic, with the Doncaster interchange targeted for completion in late 2026. The park and ride building is targeted for 2027, with the Eastern Busway opening in 2028 alongside the broader North East Link.
Eastern Freeway Upgrades
Eastern Freeway Upgrades is a major Victorian Government road project delivered as part of the North East Link Program, in three packages between Hoddle Street and Springvale Road, Melbourne. The works add express lanes, a dedicated express busway, new noise walls and upgraded shared paths along the corridor. As at October 2026 the project is under construction. In April 2026 the Minister for Planning approved the Urban Design and Landscape Plan for the Tram Road to Springvale Road section, and the Hoddle Street to Burke Road plan was being finalised.Completion is expected in 2028.
Doncaster Park and Ride Upgrade
Major upgrade of Doncaster Park and Ride as part of the Eastern Busway and North East Link Program. Works include a new multi-level car park with 435 spaces, three new bus platforms, passenger services building, improved walking and cycling links, bicycle parking, Drop and Go facilities and direct connection to the Eastern Busway. Construction commenced in 2025 with completion expected in 2028.
Suburban Rail Loop - Doncaster Station
Doncaster Station is a key underground component of the Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) North, providing the first-ever rail connection to the Manningham LGA. Located at Doncaster Hill, the project involves a deep-level station designed to link the eastern suburbs to Melbourne Airport via Box Hill and Heidelberg. The precinct planning focuses on high-density urban renewal, with the area expected to accommodate over 9,000 residents by 2046.
Doncaster Hill Major Activity Centre
58-hectare sustainable high-density mixed-use urban village development in Doncaster. Designed to accommodate significant residential growth alongside employment for 8,000 people, incorporating sustainable design principles, high-density residential developments, and enhanced public transport connections.
Koonung Creek Trail Upgrade
Upgrade and realignment of the Koonung Creek Trail along the Eastern Freeway corridor, delivered as part of the North East Link Program's Eastern Freeway Upgrades and North East Link Tunnels. The works form part of more than 34km of new and upgraded walking and cycling paths across the program, including 18km of new and upgraded shared paths on the Eastern Freeway Upgrades alone. Scope includes a widened trail of at least three metres to separate pedestrians and cyclists, a new connection under Doncaster Road linking Koonung Creek Reserve and Valda Wetlands and improving access to Doncaster Park and Ride, a new connection under Bulleen Road, new walking and cycling bridges at Estelle Street (a 133 metre cable-stayed structure widened from 1.5 metres to four metres) and Heyington Avenue, a new bridge over the realigned Koonung Creek in Koonung Creek Linear Reserve, additional bridges between Tram and Middleborough roads near Eram Park, and the two hectare Yarra Link green bridge over Bulleen Road connecting the trail to Bulleen Park for the first time.New wetlands, BBQ areas, rest stops and extensive landscaping are being delivered at Koonung Creek Reserve in Balwyn North, with at least two trees planted for every tree removed. The Estelle Street and Heyington Avenue walking and cycling bridges opened in December 2025. Works are progressing through 2026 with staged trail closures and on-street detours, including creek realignment in Doncaster from May 2026 and a construction area near Applewood Retirement Village between Sargent Street and Tram Road. Progressive reopening of the trail south of the freeway between Balwyn Road and Elgar Road is scheduled for late 2026, with full delivery aligned to the 2028 opening of the upgraded Eastern Freeway and North East Link.
666 Doncaster Road Apartments
Approved 13-storey mixed-use tower with 161 dwellings, restaurant and retail at ground, and basement parking. Design by Plus Architecture for Brabian Investments. Council issued a Notice of Decision to Grant a Permit in 2017; no clear evidence of construction commencement as of Aug 2025.
9-11 Clay Drive Apartments
A 5-storey residential development offering 36 modern apartments including 7 one-bedroom, 12 two-bedroom, 16 three-bedroom, and 1 four-bedroom options. Designed by Cornetta Partners Architects with landscaping by John Patrick Landscape Architects, the development features contemporary aesthetics with functional design across 2 buildings on a 1890mý site.
14,318 residents of Doncaster are employed, from a labour force of 15,167. Unemployment sits at 5.6%, with participation at 61.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% 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. 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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Doncaster possesses an educated resident labor force with substantial representation in professional services, alongside a 5.6% unemployment rate and 1.7% job expansion over the previous twelve months. As of March 2026, employed locals number 14,318, with local unemployment sitting 0.8% above the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8% and labor participation trailing the metropolitan benchmark at 61.9% compared to Greater Melbourne's 70.1%. Census records indicated that a notable 35.0% of working residents operated from home, a metric that may reflect the influence of Covid-19 restrictions at the time. Resident workers are primarily concentrated in retail trade, professional & technical services, and health care & social assistance.
In contrast, manufacturing captures a smaller share of local employment at 4.9%, compared against the 7.2% regional standard. As shown by Census comparisons between the local daytime workforce and the total resident worker tally, the area is largely residential with constrained on-site commercial employment capacity. Analysis conducted by AreaSearch using SALM and ABS figures shows that from the year to March 2026, employment grew by 1.7% while the labour force expanded by 2.5%, resulting in an unemployment rate increase of 0.8 percentage points. This trend differs from Greater Melbourne, where employment rose by 2.1%, the labour force grew by 2.3%, and unemployment increased by only 0.2 percentage points. Forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia regarding national employment starting Mar-26 provide additional context for anticipating future job demand in Doncaster. These outlooks span five and ten-year horizons and have been aligned with Doncaster's current employment structure to project growth trajectories. National employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Doncaster's employment composition, the area is expected to see employment rise by 7.0% over five years and 14.2% over ten years. It is important to note that this calculation relies on a basic weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localized population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Doncaster is $1,595 a week (about $83,000 a year), with median personal income at $721 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,041 a year against an average of $66,963. 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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Taxation records from the ATO compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 place Doncaster SA2 earnings on par with national levels. The median taxable income among Doncaster SA2 taxpayers stands at $48,041, with the average income reaching $66,963, in comparison to Greater Melbourne benchmarks of $57,688 and $75,164. Adjusting for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of roughly $52,663 for median and $73,405 for average earnings as of March 2026. The 2021 Census placed Doncaster personal, household, and family earnings moderately between the 32nd and 41st percentiles.
The primary earnings cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 band, containing 29.7% of residents (8,435 people), which corresponds with the broader metropolitan proportion of 32.8%. Mortgage and rent demands leave households with 82.0% of their income, placing the suburb at the 39th percentile for housing affordability, while the overall SEIFA income score positions the area in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Doncaster had 9,892 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 53% detached houses and 27% apartments. 29% are owned with a mortgage, 32% rented and 40% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 28.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 31.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census findings indicate that Doncaster's housing composition consists of 53.2% houses and 46.8% other dwellings including townhouses, units, and apartments, whereas Melbourne metro averages 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Outright home ownership in Doncaster is notably higher than the metropolitan standard at 39.5%, with mortgaged properties accounting for 28.5% and rental homes comprising 32.0%. Typical monthly mortgage costs reached $2,167 in Doncaster compared to $2,000 across Melbourne metro, while median weekly rent was $450 against the regional benchmark of $390. Evaluated against national standards, Doncaster's mortgage obligations sit well above the Australian median of $1,863, and local rental payments outpace the nationwide average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Doncaster counted 9,892 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 11,323 today, averaging 2.4 people each. 30% are couples with children, against 29% couples without children. 26% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the clear majority of local living arrangements at 70.6% of households, comprising 29.5% couples with children, 28.5% childless couples, and 11.1% single parent households. Non-family living situations make up 29.4%, consisting of single-person dwellings at 26.0% and share houses at 3.3%. The median household size in Doncaster is 2.4 people, lower than the Greater Melbourne figure of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
45.0% of adults in Doncaster hold a university qualification, including 28.6% with a bachelor degree and 13.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 86% of areas nationally. A further 10.6% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 2,609 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,114 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 qualifications throughout Doncaster rank well above wider state and national figures, with 45.0% of individuals aged 15+ holding higher education degrees, compared against 33.4% in VIC and 30.4% across Australia. This educational standing offers a solid foundation for knowledge-intensive industries. Holding a bachelor degree is the most common attainment at 28.6%, followed by 13.4% holding postgraduate credentials and 3.0% with graduate diplomas. Vocational certifications and advanced diplomas represent 21.8% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of 11.2% in advanced diplomas and 10.6% in certificates. A substantial proportion of the community is engaged in study, with 27.8% of residents enrolled in formal education programs.
Within this student group, 7.8% are undertaking higher education, 7.1% attend primary school, and 6.5% are engaged in secondary schooling.
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Public transport in Doncaster reaches 103 stops on 33 routes, timetabled for about 14,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An assessment of public transit infrastructure identifies 103 bus stops operating across Doncaster. These facilities are served by 33 distinct bus routes that provide a total of 14,384 weekly transit services. Transit connectivity is favorable, with residents situated an average distance of 193 meters from their closest stop. As Doncaster functions primarily as a commuter suburb, private vehicle travel is the predominant commuting mode at 82%, alongside 9% using bus transit. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.1 cars per household, sitting beneath the metropolitan norm. A considerable 35.0% of workers indicated working from home during the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by prevailing COVID-19 settings.
Across all active routes, transit volume averages 2,054 services daily, which translates to roughly 139 weekly departures for each individual stop. The spatial distribution of the 100 closest stops relative to the center of the area is illustrated on the accompanying map.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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75.1% of residents in Doncaster report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 98% of areas nationally. 5.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.0 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of chronic illness and mortality, Doncaster achieves strong general health outcomes, characterized by a low incidence of chronic health conditions across all demographics. Private hospital coverage is held by approximately 52% of the population (~14,797 people), tracking just beneath the SA2 average and trailing the Greater Melbourne rate of 56.7%. Arthritis and asthma constitute the leading reported long-term health issues, affecting 6.7 and 5.3% of the community respectively, while 75.1% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, surpassing the Greater Melbourne rate of 72.6%. The suburb includes 6,154 people aged 65 and over, making up 21.7% of the population, above the Greater Melbourne proportion of 15.1%.
While older residents show favorable health metrics overall, their outcomes sit lower in national rankings compared to the broader local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
56.5% of Doncaster residents were born overseas and 60.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 95% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (31.6%) and English (12.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Doncaster is among the highest in Australia, with 60.4% of residents using a language other than English in the household and 56.5% having been born outside Australia. Christianity represents the most prevalent religious affiliation, encompassing 43.2% of residents. Meanwhile, Buddhism demonstrates a noticeable overrepresentation locally, accounting for 6.9% of the population compared to 4.2% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding reported parental ancestry, the primary background is Chinese at 31.6% of residents, substantially exceeding the Greater Melbourne average of 6.5%, followed by Other ancestries at 13.2%, and English at 12.4%, which is lower than the metropolitan proportion of 20.1%.
Several other ancestral groups also show distinct variances from regional averages, including Greek ancestry at 7.2% compared to 2.7% regionally, Italian at 5.7% versus 5.2%, and Korean at 1.5% versus 0.3%.
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Doncaster is 40. 27.0% 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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Doncaster maintains an older age distribution relative to the broader metropolis, with senior and retirement-aged residents (65+) making up 21.7% of the population compared to 15.1% in Greater Melbourne, while young adults and children (0 - 24) account for 25.3% versus 30.5% across the wider region. Updated AreaSearch data for August 2026 places the median age at 40, matching the 2021 Census metric and exceeding the Greater Melbourne 2021 Census figure of 37 by 3 years. The proportion of young-to-middle aged adults (25 - 44) has climbed from 29.6% at the Census to an estimated 31.0%.
Projections to 2041 show the 65+ cohort expanding by 3,483 people (57%) to reach a total of 9,638, absorbing the majority of upcoming demographic growth.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Doncaster
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Oct 2026 this month all 23 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 453 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (24,814 at the 2021 Census → 28,403 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 (207021157). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.