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Fawkner has an estimated 15,126 residents, up from 14,002 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,124 people, or 8.0%. 241 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 79.4% of that increase. That puts 2,978 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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AreaSearch indicates that Fawkner has a population of approximately 15,126 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 1,124 residents (8.0%) relative to the 14,002 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. The calculation is based on the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 15,096 alongside 241 validated new addresses identified since the Census. Fawkner has a density of 2,977 persons per square kilometer, placing it in the top quartile of all locations analyzed nationwide by AreaSearch. Its 8.0% growth rate since the 2021 census slightly outpaced the wider SA3 region (7.9%), establishing it as a local growth leader.
Overseas migration was the primary driver of this demographic expansion, accounting for roughly 79.4% of the total population gains in recent times. For each SA2 region, AreaSearch adopts the projections released by the ABS/Geoscience Australia in 2024, using 2022 as the base year. Where SA2 data is unavailable, projections from the VIC State Government released in 2023 are used, adjusted via a weighted aggregation method of population growth from the LGA to SA2 scale. Age group growth rates derived from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the period 2032 to 2041. Based on these demographic forecasts, the suburb is expected to experience exceptional growth that ranks in the top 10 percent of statistical areas nationally. The region is projected to add 7,303 residents by 2041 compared to the latest annual ERP figures, marking a total expansion of 48.1% over the 16 years.
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405 new dwellings have been approved in Fawkner over the past five years, an average of 81 a year. That places the area in the 50th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 63 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 30% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 78, 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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Fawkner has recorded an average of roughly 81 new residential building approvals annually, translating to 405 approved dwellings over the 5 past financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 72 during FY-26 so far. An average of just 0.8 people migrated to the locality for each dwelling constructed over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), indicating that new housing additions are matching or outstripping local demand. This trend ensures diverse purchasing opportunities and creates headroom for population expansion beyond current projections, with new builds averaging an estimated construction cost of $268,000—below regional benchmarks—suggesting more budget-friendly housing options for prospective buyers.
Fawkner shows 16.0% less new development per resident than Greater Melbourne, positioning it in the 55th percentile of areas evaluated across the nation. The newly approved supply is comprised of 30.0% detached houses and 70.0% attached dwellings. This orientation toward higher-density building styles offers affordable entry points and fits the needs of downsizers, property investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a shift from the historical housing stock (where houses make up 84.0%), highlighting a dwindling volume of developable land alongside changing lifestyles and a demand for more varied, economical housing types. With approximately 298 people per dwelling approval, Fawkner exhibits a developing market footprint. Demographic projections suggest Fawkner will add 7,273 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current construction trends, the volume of new housing may not keep pace with this influx, which could intensify competition among buyers and put upward pressure on property values.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Fawkner
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Fawkner, worth an estimated $132.6 billion. A further 90 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $179.6 billion. 18 are already under construction and 29 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure updates, major construction projects, and planning changes have a significant influence on regional performance. AreaSearch has highlighted 10 projects poised to affect the suburb. Key developments include the John Fawkner Secondary College Upgrade and Modernisation, the Suburban Rail Loop North - Fawkner Station, the Goosnargh Housing Development, and the Assembly Broadmeadows project, with the following list outlining the most relevant initiatives.
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John Fawkner Secondary College Upgrade and Modernisation
A $14.5 million upgrade and modernisation of John Fawkner Secondary College in Fawkner, delivering a new science and visual arts building and a new food technology building. The project also includes demolition of ageing blocks, services upgrades, landscaping, and minor refurbishment works. Funded through the Victorian School Building Authority, with an initial $50,000 planning allocation in the 2020-21 State Budget followed by $14.5 million for construction in the 2023-24 State Budget. Works started in late 2020 and are forecast to finish in mid-2026.
Suburban Rail Loop North - Fawkner Station
The Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) North is a proposed underground rail line connecting Box Hill to Melbourne Airport. Fawkner is identified as a key location for a future underground station, providing a critical interchange with the existing Upfield line. This stage of the loop aims to transform cross-suburban travel in Melbourne's north, linking major employment, health, and education precincts while driving urban renewal through increased housing density and jobs in station precincts.
Goosnargh Housing Development
95 new homes on former Swainson House Farm site in Goosnargh, rural Preston. Planning application under review with traffic impact concerns.
13 Moray Street Fawkner Residential Development
Small-scale residential development in Fawkner as part of the growing housing supply in the area. Located near future SRL station with good access to public transport and local amenities. Listed on Urban.com.au as new off-the-plan development.
4 Alva Court Fawkner Development
Residential development project on Alva Court in Fawkner, contributing to local housing supply within walking distance of future SRL station. Medium density development compatible with neighbourhood character. Listed on Urban.com.au as new off-the-plan development.
Banksia Gardens Social Housing Development
Delivery of approximately 120 new social homes on vacant land at Coleraine Street in the Banksia Gardens estate, Broadmeadows. Jointly funded by the Australian Government Social Housing Accelerator and the Victorian Government Big Housing Build at a combined investment of over $80 million. The development comprises a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom homes across medium-rise buildings, with at least 5% designed to meet accessibility standards. Ground floor spaces include community facilities and non-residential areas.A new shared pedestrian and cycle path connects the estate to Coleraine Street and a nearby education precinct. Construction commenced October 2024 with LU Simon as head contractor; tower cranes left the site in early 2026 and internal and external fitout is underway. Homes are expected to be complete mid-2026 and will be managed by a not-for-profit community housing organisation.
Fawkner Leisure Centre Redevelopment
A $36.8 million redevelopment delivering a more accessible, environmentally friendly facility with new outdoor 50m pool, family water play pool, indoor sauna, steam room, spa, refurbished indoor 25m pool, gym, fitness spaces, cafe, and all-electric operations for community health and wellbeing.
71 May Street Townhouses
Development of 3 contemporary 4-bedroom, 2-storey townhouses featuring open-plan living areas, modern kitchens with stone countertops, master bedrooms with en-suite and walk-in wardrobes, private outdoor spaces, and double garages. Designed for modern families seeking low-maintenance living in the growing Glenroy suburb with excellent transport links and local amenities.
6,902 residents of Fawkner are employed, from a labour force of 7,313. Unemployment sits at 5.6%, with participation at 61.2%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 12,802, 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 Fawkner is well-educated, with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of 5.6%, and steady employment levels over the course of the past year. As of March 2026, there are 6,902 employed residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 0.9% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%. Workforce participation is notably lower at 61.2% compared to 70.2% across Greater Melbourne. Census records show that a moderate 25.0% of local workers operated from home, though this figure should be interpreted in the context of pandemic lockdown policies.
The principal sectors employing local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The suburb exhibits a pronounced concentration in transport, postal & warehousing, where employment levels reach 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services account for only 7.8% of the local workforce, trailing Greater Melbourne's rate of 10.1%. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests that this predominantly residential suburb offers limited employment opportunities within its own borders. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the year ending March 2026 saw local employment rise by 0.2% and the labour force contract by 0.8%, which led to a 0.9 percentage point drop in unemployment. During the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne saw employment expand by 2.1% and its labour force grow by 2.3%, while its unemployment rate ticked up by 0.2 percentage points. National employment forecasts published by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 offer additional context on future demand trends in Fawkner. These five and ten-year projections have been aligned with the local employment structure to estimate future patterns. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these rates vary widely by sector. Applying these industry-specific trends to the local employment base suggests Fawkner's employment could rise by 6.4% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (this represents a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and excludes localized population forecasts).
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Median household income in Fawkner is $1,436 a week (about $75,000 a year), with median personal income at $594 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,811 a year against an average of $59,054. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO postcode statistics aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show Fawkner SA2 has a median taxpayer income of $48,811 and an average income of $59,054. These figures are below the national average and contrast with Greater Melbourne's median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since financial year 2023 yields estimated values of roughly $53,507 (median) and $64,735 (average) as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates individual weekly incomes are low, placing at the 10th percentile ($594 weekly), whereas household incomes perform relatively better, ranking at the 31st percentile.
The $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket is the most common, accounting for 30.8% of residents (4,658 people), which is close to the regional rate of 32.8%. Housing affordability is under considerable pressure, with residents retaining just 82.3% of their income, which sits in the 29th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Fawkner had 4,604 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 84% detached houses and 1% apartments. 31% are owned with a mortgage, 32% rented and 38% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,880 a month. Rent absorbs 26.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.2%. 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, the dwelling mix in Fawkner consisted of 84.1% separate houses and 15.9% other property types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to Melbourne metro's distribution of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Fawkner was substantially higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average at 37.5%, with the remaining dwellings split between mortgaged properties (30.9%) and rentals (31.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,880 was below the Melbourne metropolitan average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent stood at $380, compared to the metropolitan median of $390.
On a national scale, Fawkner's mortgage costs are higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and its rents also exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Fawkner counted 4,604 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,974 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 20% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.7 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the majority of homes at 71.3%, consisting of couples with children (37.0%), couples without children (20.3%), and one-parent families (12.3%). The remaining 28.7% are non-family households, which include single-person households at 24.4% and group households at 4.4%. The average household size stands at 2.8 individuals, which is larger than the Greater Melbourne median of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
32.1% of adults in Fawkner hold a university qualification, including 19.5% with a bachelor degree and 10.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 14.9% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 2,658 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,012 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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The proportion of Fawkner residents holding university qualifications stands at 32.1%, slightly below the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 37.0%, indicating a competitive educational profile. Bachelor degrees represent the most common higher education credential at 19.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (10.1%) and graduate diplomas (2.5%). Vocational training accounts for 24.2% of qualifications held by residents aged 15 and over, comprising advanced diplomas (9.3%) and certificates (14.9%). Educational enrolment is exceptionally strong in the area, with 33.7% of the population currently engaged in study. This group is composed of 11.3% in primary schooling, 7.3% in secondary schools, and 6.1% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
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Public transport in Fawkner reaches 77 stops on 3 routes, timetabled for about 1,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 170 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 evaluation of public transport options reveals 77 active transit stops operating in Fawkner, which consist of bus services. These stops are served by 3 separate routes, providing 1,213 weekly passenger journeys. Transport access is highly rated, with residents situated an average of 168 meters from their closest stop. As the suburb is predominantly residential, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 79% and trains accounting for 13%. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.2 cars per household. Some 25.0% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.
Service frequency across all routes averages 173 trips per day, which translates to approximately 15 weekly trips for each transit stop.
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73.1% of residents in Fawkner report no long-term health condition. 8.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.7 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 for residents of Fawkner are generally positive, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and chronic conditions aligning closely with national averages. The incidence of common medical issues is low in the general community, though it tends to rise among older, vulnerable groups. Private health insurance coverage is low, with only about 48% of the population (~7,320 people) holding cover, compared to 56.7% across Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent chronic health issues in the area are arthritis and asthma, which affect 7.3% and 6.3% of the population respectively, while 73.1% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
The working-age population exhibits good health with minimal chronic conditions. Residents aged 65 and over constitute 13.9% of the population (2,102 people), which is lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 15.0%. Senior health outcomes present some difficulties, ranking lower nationally than the broader local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
48.2% of Fawkner residents were born overseas and 62.4% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 92% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Italian (16.4%) and Australian (11.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Fawkner stands out as one of the nation's most ethnically diverse suburbs, with 48.2% of residents born outside Australia and 62.4% communicating in a language other than English at home. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation, representing 39.8% of the local population. However, the most distinct religious concentration is Islam, which accounts for 37.5% of residents, a figure substantially higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 5.6%. Regarding parental country of birth, the three most common ancestry groups in Fawkner are Other at 31.0% (significantly above the regional average of 14.6%), Italian at 16.4% (well above the regional average of 5.2%), and Australian at 11.8% (notably lower than the regional average of 18.4%).
There are also prominent differences in other ethnic communities: Lebanese residents make up 6.0% of the suburb (compared to 0.8% regionally), Maltese represent 1.5% (compared to 1.1%), and Greek ancestry stands at 3.5% (compared to 2.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Fawkner is 35, younger than 79% of areas nationally. 30.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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Fawkner has a median age of 35 years, which is slightly younger than Greater Melbourne's 37 years and the national median of 38 years. Children aged 5 to 14 years are strongly represented at 14.0% compared to Greater Melbourne, while the 65 to 74 age group is less common at 6.1%. Since 2021, the 35 to 44 age range has increased its share of the population from 15.0% to 15.8%, whereas the 75 to 84 cohort has decreased from 5.6% to 4.5%. Population projections for 2041 suggest notable demographic transitions in Fawkner, with the 45 to 54 cohort expected to grow by 1,280 people (81%), rising from 1,574 to 2,855.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Fawkner
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 |
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| 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 6 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 — 241 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (14,002 at the 2021 Census → 15,126 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 (210031237). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.