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Doncaster East - South has an estimated 16,996 residents, up from 15,454 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,542 people, or 10.0%. Growth has averaged 1.3% a year over five years. 206 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 98.0% of that increase. That puts 3,563 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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As of May 2026, the population of Doncaster East - South stands at approximately 16,996 according to calculations by AreaSearch. Compared to the 2021 Census count of 15,454 people, this indicates an expansion of 10.0%, or 1,542 people. This shift is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 16,983 in June 2025 combined with 206 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. The locality features a density ratio of 3,563 persons per square kilometer, which ranks in the upper quartile of all Australian locations evaluated by AreaSearch. With its 10.0% growth rate since the 2021 census, Doncaster East - South outpaced both the SA3 area (7.8%) and the broader SA4 region, establishing it as a primary driver of growth in the territory.
Most of this population expansion was fueled by international migration, which accounted for roughly 98.0% of the recent population gains. For individual SA2 districts, AreaSearch implements the ABS/Geoscience Australia projections published in 2024, using 2022 as the starting base year. If specific SA2 sectors lack this data, AreaSearch relies on the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adapting the figures through a weighted aggregation of population growth patterns from the LGA level down to the SA2 scale. Age group growth rates extracted from these aggregations are applied to all locations for the years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead at demographic trends, the district is projected to experience substantial growth in the top quartile of all Australian statistical territories. Based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, the population is predicted to expand by 4,200 persons by 2041, representing a total rise of 24.6% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
654 new dwellings have been approved in Doncaster East - South over the past five years, an average of 130 a year. That places the area in the 82nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 8 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 107 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 25% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 116, 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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Property development approvals in Doncaster East - South average approximately 130 dwellings annually, representing 654 homes approved during the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) alongside 107 approvals in the current FY-26 period. The market exhibits balanced supply and demand dynamics, registering a yearly average of 1.6 new residents per approved home over those 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) which fosters steady conditions. The mean construction value for new dwellings is $494,000, pointing to developer interest in high-end, premium projects. Additionally, commercial building approvals have reached $6.7 million this financial year, reinforcing the dominant residential character of the neighborhood.
Building activity in Doncaster East - South is relatively high, standing at 40.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year period compared to Greater Melbourne, which keeps options open for buyers while maintaining demand for established real estate. Of the homes recently built, 25.0% are standalone houses, while 75.0% are medium and high-density residential properties. The emphasis on high-density units provides cheaper options for entering the market, benefiting first-home buyers, investors, and downsizing households. This trend marks a significant departure from the current housing stock (where 49.0% are standalone houses), highlighting a scarcity of vacant land for development alongside evolving lifestyle preferences and a demand for varied housing formats. Having roughly 155 people per development approval indicates that Doncaster East - South is an expanding suburb. Demographic forecasts based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate indicate that Doncaster East - South will grow by 4,187 residents by 2041. While residential construction matches this anticipated expansion at a steady pace, prospective property purchasers may face heightened competition as the local population grows.
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Development applications around Doncaster East - South
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 12 current infrastructure and development projects inside Doncaster East - South, worth an estimated $1.36 billion. A further 138 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $204.3 billion. 28 are already under construction and 45 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, sports & recreation 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 development is heavily influenced by updates to neighborhood infrastructure, planning policies, and public works. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 19 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Notable projects include Devon Plaza Redevelopment, Arden Residences Doncaster East, The Pines Retirement Living, and 1026-1030 Doncaster Road Luxury Apartments, with primary details on the most significant developments outlined below.
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Eastern Freeway Upgrades - Tram Road to Springvale Road
The third and easternmost package of the Eastern Freeway Upgrades, covering about 4.5 kilometres of the Eastern Freeway (M3) between Tram Road in Doncaster and Springvale Road in Nunawading. Delivered by VIDA Roads (formerly Major Road Projects Victoria) as part of the North East Link Program, the works add new express, local and through lanes with reconfigured entry and exit ramps between Tram Road and Middleborough Road to remove the merging and weaving that causes congestion today, three new freeway lanes from Middleborough Road to Springvale Road, and upgraded entry ramps at Springvale, Surrey and Wetherby roads.A new Intelligent Transport System and managed motorway technology will be installed across the section. Community outcomes include 1.6 kilometres of improved walking and cycling connections along the Koonung Creek Trail, new bridges to Eram Park at Eram Road and Koonung Creek, upgrades to the Cabena Street and Koonung Road bridges, upgraded underpasses at Station Street and Wetherby, Blackburn and Springvale roads, and reinstated open space at Eram Park and Junction Road Reserve. Quieter road surfaces and new and retained noise walls will meet Victoria's toughest traffic noise standard of 63 decibels by day and 58 decibels at night. The Urban Design and Landscape Plan was exhibited in September 2025, attracting 125 submissions, and was approved on 30 April 2026 with additional Koonung Creek Trail surface upgrades, improved bridge rails and screens, a larger grassed area at Eram Park, extra screen planting at Junction Road and Frank Sedgman reserves, creek-inspired colours for acrylic noise wall panels, and new drinking fountains and bicycle repair stations. Site establishment, traffic barrier installation, service relocations and gantry removals were completed through 2025 and early 2026, and major construction is now underway. The section is scheduled to open in 2028 alongside the North East Link tunnels and the M80 Ring Road Completion. The Synergy consortium of CPB Contractors, BMD Constructions and Arup is the delivery contractor.
Devon Plaza Redevelopment
Mixed-use redevelopment project within the Devon Plaza retail precinct. Following the 16.35 million AUD acquisition of the Woolworths site by Woolworths Group, the project envisions a new full-line supermarket integrated with shop-top apartments. This aligns with the Doncaster East Village Structure Plan to enhance the activity centre, improve connectivity, and create vibrant community spaces with medium-density housing.
1026-1030 Doncaster Road Luxury Apartments
A landmark development featuring 107 luxury apartments on a 4,200 sqm site. The amended planning permit removed one basement level and increased building height to improve internal layouts and amenity. Located at a corner site surrounded by shopping centres with easy access to the Eastern Freeway.
Arden Residences Doncaster East
Boutique multi-level townhouse development by Metro Equity PG at 18 Amdura Road, Doncaster East. Features four-bedroom, three-storey townhomes with premium finishes including timber floorboards, custom joinery, stone benchtops, and north-facing outdoor living areas. Located within the East Doncaster Secondary College and Donburn Primary School zones, approximately 17km east of Melbourne CBD, close to Tunstall Square Shopping Centre and Westfield Doncaster.
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.
16 Amdura Road Townhomes
Boutique collection of four 3 & 4 bedroom residences by Eton Property Group. Features clutter-free interiors, premium fixtures, private courtyards, and contemporary design in a quiet residential setting.
Schramms Cottage Visitor Centre
A new modular visitor centre within the Schramms Cottage Museum Complex at Rieschiecks Reserve. Delivered by Manningham City Council to support the Doncaster Templestowe Historical Society and community groups, the building provides an exhibition space, meeting room, offices, public amenities, a kitchen and an accessible path to Schramms Cottage.
Templestowe Route Upgrade
The Templestowe Route Upgrade is a major infrastructure project to create a more vibrant and liveable community. It includes upgrades to 1.8km of roads such as Parker Street, Anderson Street, and others, with improvements like road resurfacing, footpath construction, drainage, kerb and channel, speed limit reductions, new pedestrian crossings, bus stop upgrades, and carpark formalization for safer and better-connected public spaces.
8,207 residents of Doncaster East - South are employed, from a labour force of 8,706. Unemployment sits at 5.7%, with participation at 63.3%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 15,111, about 89% 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 labor force in Doncaster East - South is highly qualified, with a strong concentration of professionals, a jobless rate of 5.7%, and an estimated 1.5% increase in employment over the preceding year. There were 8,207 employed residents in March 2026, though the unemployment rate remained 1.0% higher than the 4.8% recorded in Greater Melbourne. Furthermore, the participation rate of 63.3% is notably lower than the metropolitan average of 70.2%. Census records show that a substantial 36.1% of working residents performed their duties from home, though these figures may reflect the influence of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions.
The main employment sectors for residents are health care & social assistance, professional & technical services, and retail trade. The local workforce is particularly concentrated in retail trade, where employment is 1.3 times the average seen across the broader region. Conversely, the construction sector accounts for only 6.9% of local jobs, which is lower than the 9.7% average in Greater Melbourne. Comparing the number of local jobs in the Census to the total resident population suggests this mostly residential community has a limited local job market. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS figures, the past 12-month period experienced an employment expansion of 1.5% while the total labor force grew by 2.5%, resulting in a 1.0 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Melbourne saw job growth of 2.1%, workforce expansion of 2.3%, and a minor rise in unemployment of 0.2 percentage points. National forecasts released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide a guide for future labor demand in Doncaster East - South. These projections for five and ten-year intervals are modeled against the local industry profile to project future employment trajectories. Although countrywide employment is expected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely across different fields. Projecting these national industry trends onto the current workforce distribution of Doncaster East - South indicates local jobs could grow by 6.9% over five years and 14.0% over ten years, representing a basic weighting model that does not incorporate specific local population changes.
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Median household income in Doncaster East - South is $1,656 a week (about $86,000 a year), with median personal income at $698 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,823 a year against an average of $67,056. 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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Based on AreaSearch's compilation of postcode-level ATO statistics published for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the Doncaster East - South SA2 earned a median income of $48,823 and an average income of $67,056. These figures align closely with national benchmarks, compared to the respective medians and averages of $57,688 and $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Accounting for a Wage Price Index rise of 9.62% since financial year 2023, updated estimates as of March 2026 are approximately $53,520 for the median and $73,507 for the average. Census records indicate that weekly household income is at the 44th percentile ($1,656 weekly), and personal income falls in the 27th percentile.
A breakdown of local earnings shows that the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the most common, accounting for 30.3% of the population (5,149 people), which is comparable to the 32.8% distribution found across the region. Financial pressure from housing is significant, leaving residents with 81.4% of their income, which sits in the 42nd percentile, while the SEIFA index for income places the area in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Doncaster East - South had 5,673 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 49% detached houses and 17% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 31% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $460 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,383 a month. Rent absorbs 27.8% of household income here and mortgage repayments 33.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census data, housing types in Doncaster East - South are split between 48.8% standalone houses and 51.2% alternative structures like apartments, townhouses, and other dwellings, whereas metropolitan Melbourne averages 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in the suburb is higher than the Melbourne metropolitan rate at 38.9%, while the rest of the local properties are either mortgaged (30.3%) or rented (30.7%). The median mortgage repayment is $2,383 per month, which exceeds the Melbourne metro average of $2,000, and weekly median rent is $460, compared to the metropolitan median of $390.
On a national scale, mortgage commitments in Doncaster East - South are notably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and local rental costs are also well above the countrywide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Doncaster East - South counted 5,673 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 6,239 today, averaging 2.6 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 76% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 23% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.5 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Most homes are occupied by family units, which make up 74.7% of households, consisting of 38.7% couples with children, 23.1% couples without children, and 11.8% single parent families. The remaining 25.3% of dwellings are classified as non-family households, including 23.0% lone-person homes and 2.1% group households. The average household size in the area is 2.6 people, aligning with the metropolitan Melbourne average.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
44.1% of adults in Doncaster East - South hold a university qualification, including 28.0% with a bachelor degree and 13.1% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 94% of areas nationally. A further 10.8% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 4,202 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,130 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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Residents of Doncaster East - South display high levels of education, with 44.1% of individuals aged 15+ possessing a university degree, compared to VIC's average of 33.4% and the national rate of 30.4%. This strong academic profile prepares the community well for professional and knowledge-intensive sectors. Bachelor degrees represent the most common tertiary qualification at 28.0%, with postgraduate degrees at 13.1% and graduate diplomas at 3.0%. Meanwhile, vocational education is held by 22.2% of the population aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.4% and certificate courses at 10.8%. Enrollment rates in study are high, with 30.4% of the population participating in formal education.
Within this group, 11.1% are attending primary schools, 7.2% are in high schools, and 5.9% are undertaking tertiary studies.
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Public transport in Doncaster East - South reaches 61 stops on 16 routes, timetabled for about 3,200 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 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An analysis of local transit shows 61 active bus stops located within Doncaster East - South. A network of 16 routes services these stops, delivering a combined total of 3,243 passenger trips each week. Access to transit is rated highly, with local dwellings situated an average of 188 meters from their closest stop. Because the suburb is mostly residential, many workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles accounting for 84% of commutes and buses carrying 8%. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.2. In the 2021 Census, a substantial 36.1% of residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic conditions.
Across the transit network, service frequency stands at an average of 463 daily trips, which translates to roughly 53 weekly services at each stop.
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76.7% of residents in Doncaster East - South report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 91% of areas nationally. 5.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.1 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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Health metrics for Doncaster East - South indicate strong performance, as shown by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality trends and chronic illness statistics, with low rates of common medical issues across all age brackets. Private health insurance membership is slightly below the SA2 national average, covering roughly 52% of residents (~8,854 people), compared to the Greater Melbourne rate of 56.7%. Among local residents, arthritis and asthma are the most frequently reported chronic health issues, affecting 6.6 and 5.3% of the population, respectively. However, 76.7% of the community reported having no chronic medical conditions, which exceeds the Greater Melbourne average of 72.6%.
The demographic profile features 19.3% of residents aged 65 and over (3,285 people), compared to the 15.0% share for Greater Melbourne. While senior citizens experience favorable health indicators overall, their health outcomes rank lower on a national scale compared to the younger cohorts of the local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
55.0% of Doncaster East - South residents were born overseas and 61.0% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 95% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (33.5%) and English (11.9%). 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 East - South is high, with 61.0% of the community using a language other than English in their households and 55.0% of the population having been born outside Australia. Christianity represents the most common religious affiliation at 40.6% of residents. The suburb also shows a significant presence of Buddhism, which is followed by 7.1% of the population, compared to the regional metropolitan rate of 4.2%. Regarding ancestry, the three most prominent heritages in Doncaster East - South are Chinese, making up 33.5% of the population, which is well above the metropolitan benchmark of 6.5%, followed by Other at 14.0%, and English at 11.9%, which sits below the regional average of 20.1%.
Other notable cultural groups include Greek at 5.2% (compared to 2.7% regionally), Korean at 1.4% (compared to 0.3%), and Italian at 5.3% (compared to 5.2%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Doncaster East - South is 40. 21.8% 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 of 40 in Doncaster East - South is slightly older than the metropolitan average of 37 and the national average of 38 years. Relative to Greater Melbourne, children aged 5 - 14 represent a larger share of the population at 14.4%, while young adults aged 25 - 34 are less common at 11.1%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket increased from 9.7% to 10.7% of the population, whereas the 75 to 84 age cohort decreased from 7.9% to 6.8%. Long-term forecasts suggest that the local age profile will shift by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort projected to increase by 807 people (38%), rising from 2,126 to 2,934, while the 0 to 4 group is expected to grow by 8% (64 people).
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Doncaster East - South
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 | Jul 2026 last month all 12 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 206 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (15,454 at the 2021 Census → 16,996 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 (207021425). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.