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Flemington has an estimated 9,935 residents, up from 9,065 at the 2021 Census — a change of 870 people, or 9.6%. 549 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 87.9% of that increase. That puts 6,288 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to investigations by AreaSearch, the population of Flemington is approximately 9,935 as of May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 870 people (9.6%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 9,065 residents. This adjustment is calculated based on the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 9,935 alongside 549 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 6,288 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the top 10% of all areas analyzed nationwide and highlighting the extreme demand for local land.
The 9.6% expansion rate of Flemington since the 2021 census outpaced both the broader SA3 area (9.0%) and the state, positioning it as a regional growth leader. This population rise was chiefly fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 87.9% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch adopts the projections from the ABS/Geoscience Australia for each SA2 region, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline. For any SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch employs the 2023 Victoria State Government Regional/LGA projections, adjusting them through a weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 scales. The age cohort growth rates derived from these aggregations are also applied to all territories for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Future demographic forecasts point to an above median rate of population growth relative to nationwide statistical zones, with the locality projected to add 1,515 residents by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP data, representing a total increase of 15.2% over the 16 years.
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826 new dwellings have been approved in Flemington over the past five years, an average of 165 a year. That places the area in the 71st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 17 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 160 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 1% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Few approvals have been recorded in the most recent months, well below the longer-run average; the latest ABS periods are still being reported. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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On average, Flemington has recorded approximately 165 new dwelling approvals annually, amounting to 826 residential properties over the last 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 1 approvals have been documented. Because the population decreased during the preceding timeframe, the supply of housing has remained sufficient to meet demand, creating a balanced marketplace with reasonable choices for buyers, while new homes are built at an average cost of $442,000—slightly exceeding the regional average—indicating a focus on premium projects. Additionally, commercial approvals worth $2.8 million were registered during this financial year, highlighting that the locality remains predominantly residential.
Compared directly to Greater Melbourne, Flemington exhibits 94.0% higher construction volume on a per capita basis, presenting purchasers with more options. This level is also considerably higher than the national average, reflecting significant developer confidence in the location. New residential additions comprise 1.0% detached houses and 99.0% townhouses or apartments. This preference for higher density housing offers affordable entry points and attracts downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a major departure from the current housing stock (which stands at 20.0% houses), reflecting a scarcity of development land and responding to changing lifestyle preferences and budget constraints. With roughly 532 individuals per approval, Flemington demonstrates the characteristics of a mature market. Long-term forecasts indicate that Flemington will welcome an additional 1,515 residents by 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly projection). Under ongoing building trends, the supply of new housing is anticipated to comfortably satisfy demand, establishing favorable purchasing conditions and potentially enabling growth that exceeds current population estimates.
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Development applications around Flemington
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 Flemington, worth an estimated $1.5 billion. A further 168 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $66.1 billion. 47 are already under construction and 45 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and education & training. 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 performance is heavily shaped by adjustments to regional infrastructure, key projects, and planning frameworks. A total of 19 projects have been tracked by AreaSearch that are expected to influence the local area. Primary projects include Holland Court, Flemington housing, Flemington Estate Renewal (Public Housing Revitalisation Program), Younghusband Kensington, and The Archer - Flemington Racecourse Residential Development, with the subsequent list outlining the most relevant developments.
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Flemington Estate Renewal (Public Housing Revitalisation Program)
Led by Homes Victoria, this major revitalisation replaces ageing high-rise towers with approximately 1,000 modern, energy-efficient homes. The project follows a Ground Lease Model, delivering a mix of social, affordable, and market rental housing. Key amenities include 'The Commons' (a 5,000sqm public park), a 1,900sqm pocket park, community rooms, and a cafe. Stage 1 at Holland Court is currently under construction and expected to finish in late 2026, while the deconstruction and redevelopment of the 120 Racecourse Road site is planned for 2027-2028.
Flemington Housing Precinct Renewal (Holland Court)
A staged, precinct-wide renewal of the Flemington public housing estate under the Ground Lease Model. The Holland Court development is replacing outdated towers with 286 modern, energy-efficient homes (50 social, 236 affordable). Homes Victoria leases the land to the Building Communities consortium to finance, design, build, manage, and maintain the properties for a 40-year term. The development includes 1, 2, and 3-bedroom electric apartments achieving a 5-star Green Star rating, alongside the 5,000sqm Murnalung Park, a pocket park, community room, and space for a cafe.
Holland Court, Flemington housing
A $150 million housing development delivering 286 new homes (50 social and 236 affordable rental) across three buildings (6 to 12 storeys). The renewal includes a 5,000sqm public park known as 'The Commons', a cafe, community room, and enhanced pedestrian/cycle links. The project features a 5-star Green Star rating and a 7-star NatHERS average rating.
Younghusband Kensington
Melbourne's largest carbon-neutral adaptive reuse precinct, transforming a 122-year-old woolstore into a 50,000 sqm office and retail destination. Stage 1 (Station and Stock Buildings) is fully leased as of early 2026, with retail tenants ONA Coffee and Cobb Lane opening in the first half of 2026. Stage 2 and 3 continue the expansion, including a silo-inspired office building and a public plaza, targeting a 6-star Green Star rating.
Parkside Parkville Residential Development
Mixed residential development by Frasers Property and Citta Property Group offering 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Features Park Club amenities including gymnasium, pool, and communal spaces. Located adjacent to Royal Park with city skyline views.
Errol Street Private Hospital
A 10-story private hospital and healthcare facility located in the Parkville Biomedical Precinct. The development features 223 overnight beds, 10 ICU rooms, 7 operating theatres, and 3 basement levels. The project was fast-tracked via the Victorian Government Development Facilitation Program to enhance specialized medical services including imaging and pathology near existing major public hospitals.
Joseph Road Precinct
A 17-hectare urban renewal program transforming former industrial warehouse and factory land between the Maribyrnong River and the Footscray-South Kensington rail corridor into a high-density mixed-use precinct. Council planning targets around 5,000 new households once fully built out, delivered across multiple residential towers including Liberty One, River One, Riverfront, Boat House, Waterfront, Victoria Square and Cowper Residences. Stage one road works on Joseph Road North and South have reached practical completion, delivering separated bike lanes, a raised pedestrian crossing, 20 parallel parking bays, upgraded drainage with integrated tree pits, new public lighting and tree planting.Lilardia Park, a new 1,444 square metre public open space named after Aboriginal activist Margaret (Lilardia) Tucker, opened to the community in August 2024. Stage two Hopkins Street improvement works including new traffic signals at Hopkins/Hallenstein Street and Hopkins/Joseph Road remain subject to future funding and Department of Transport and Planning approvals, with $100,000 proposed in the 2025/26 Capital Expenditure Budget to progress design. The 40km/h speed limit reduction on Hopkins Street between Moore Street and Hopetoun Bridge has been delivered.
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Warehouse-style apartments developed by Orb Property Partners as part of The Tapestry Project. Designed by Fender Katsalidis Architects, featuring recycled brick podium, exposed concrete ceilings, and 100% renewable energy. Offers 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments plus penthouses with rooftop terrace and communal facilities.
5,983 residents of Flemington are employed, from a labour force of 6,747. Unemployment sits at 11.3%, with participation at 76.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 8,175, about 82% 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 workforce in Flemington is highly educated, featuring a strong presence in professional services, an unemployment rate of 11.3%, and an estimated job growth rate of 5.9% over the preceding year. As of March 2026, 5,983 local residents are employed, whereas the unemployment rate is 6.6% higher than the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, highlighting areas for improvement, and labor force participation is exceptionally high (76.9% relative to Greater Melbourne's 70.2%). According to Census responses, a high proportion of 45.5% of residents worked from home, although the influence of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions should be taken into account.
Resident employment is clustered within healthcare & social assistance, professional & technical roles, and education & training. The region displays a particularly high concentration of professional & technical workers, with employment levels reaching 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, construction has a minimal presence, accounting for 4.8% of employment compared to 9.7% across the region. This mostly residential locality seems to provide few local employment options, as shown by comparing the count of the Census working population against the resident population. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, during the 12 months leading up to March 2026, employment grew by 5.9% while the labor force expanded by 3.8%, resulting in a 1.8 percentage point decrease in the unemployment rate. This differs from Greater Melbourne, where employment grew by 2.1%, the labor force increased by 2.3%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional context regarding future demand trends in Flemington. These forecasts, which span five and ten-year horizons, have been aligned with the local employment distribution to project growth trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, the rate of growth varies widely by industry. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment distribution of Flemington suggests local employment will rise by 7.2% over five years and 14.6% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Flemington is $1,571 a week (about $82,000 a year), with median personal income at $927 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $65,720 a year against an average of $83,799. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the most recent ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, income levels in the Flemington SA2 are exceptionally high by national standards. The median income for taxpayers in the Flemington SA2 is $65,720, and the average income is $83,799, compared to Greater Melbourne figures of $57,688 and $75,164. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be approximately $72,042 (median) and $91,860 (average) as of March 2026. Census findings show individual income ranks in the 71st percentile ($927 weekly), while household income ranks in the 39th percentile.
In terms of income brackets, 30.0% of the population (2,980 individuals) earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring regional patterns where 32.8% fall in this bracket. Housing affordability pressure is significant, with only 80.6% of income remaining, placing the area in the 36th percentile, and the SEIFA income rank is in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Flemington had 4,137 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 20% detached houses and 60% apartments. 23% are owned with a mortgage, 61% rented and 16% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $324 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 20.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.4%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in Flemington at the time of the latest Census consisted of 20.1% houses and 79.8% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached residences, apartments, and 'other' units), compared to the Melbourne metropolitan figures of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. Furthermore, home ownership in Flemington trailed the Melbourne metropolitan average, sitting at 15.7%, with the remaining properties occupied under a mortgage (23.2%) or rented (61.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was equal to the Melbourne metropolitan average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $324, compared to Melbourne metro figures of $2,000 and $390.
Across the nation, mortgage repayments in Flemington exceed the Australian average of $1,863, whereas rents are considerably below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Flemington counted 4,137 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,534 today, averaging 2.0 people each. 16% are couples with children, fewer than in 94% of areas nationally, against 23% couples without children. 42% of households are people living alone, and families average 0.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family units constitute the majority of households at 50.4%, which is made up of 15.7% couples with children, 22.9% couples without children, and 9.5% single parents. Non-family households account for the remaining 49.6%, with single-person households at 42.1% and group households representing 7.4% of the total. The median household size of 2.0 individuals is smaller than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
52.2% of adults in Flemington hold a university qualification, including 30.6% with a bachelor degree and 16.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 10.2% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,287 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,023 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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Academic achievement in Flemington is substantially higher than broader benchmarks, with 52.2% of residents aged 15+ holding tertiary degrees, compared to 30.4% nationally and 33.4% in VIC. This high concentration of educational qualifications positions the area well for knowledge-intensive roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 30.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees (16.7%) and graduate diplomas (4.9%). Vocational training represents 19.2% of qualifications for those aged 15+ – consisting of advanced diplomas (9.0%) and certificates (10.2%). Participation in education is remarkably high, with 31.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal studies.
This total includes 11.7% in tertiary courses, 6.4% in primary schools, and 4.8% undertaking secondary education.
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Public transport in Flemington reaches 27 stops on 6 routes, timetabled for about 6,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 0.5 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport data shows 27 active transport stops operating within Flemington, including a combination of lightrail and buses. These stops are serviced by 6 unique routes, which together provide 6,405 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is classified as excellent, with residents typically living 191 meters from the closest transport stop. Since it is a major residential area, most residents travel outwards for work - cars remain the primary mode of travel at 55%, with 17% taking the train and 6% walking. Vehicle ownership averages 0.5 per home, which is below the regional average.
A high proportion of 45.5% of residents work from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting COVID-19 rules). Service frequency averages 915 trips daily across all routes, which corresponds to approximately 237 weekly trips per transport stop.
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70.6% of residents in Flemington report no long-term health condition. 5.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 60.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.6 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 mortality data and chronic illness rates, Flemington faces notable health difficulties, with common medical concerns somewhat prevalent among both younger and older populations, and the rate of private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, encompassing roughly 61% of the total population (6,040 people). This compares to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions in this area are mental health challenges and asthma, which affect 11.2 and 8.2% of residents, respectively, while 70.6% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
Health statistics for the working-age cohort are generally standard. The locality has 11.4% of residents aged 65 and over (1,133 people), which is lower than the 15.0% in Greater Melbourne. Health outcomes among older residents are above average, with national rankings higher than those of the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
39.7% of Flemington residents were born overseas and 36.8% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 82% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are English (19.4%) and Australian (16.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Flemington registers a high level of cultural diversity, with 39.7% of its residents born outside of Australia and 36.8% communicating in a language other than English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, representing 30.0% of the population in Flemington. However, the most distinct overrepresentation is Islam, which accounts for 12.1% of the community, significantly higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 5.6%. Regarding parent birthplaces, the three largest ancestry groups in Flemington are English, making up 19.4% of the population, Other, making up 19.2% of the population, and Australian, making up 16.6% of the population.
There are also notable differences in the representation of other ethnic communities: Vietnamese is overrepresented at 3.1% of Flemington (compared to 1.9% regionally), Spanish at 0.6% (compared to 0.4%), and Chinese at 6.8% (compared to 6.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Flemington is 33, younger than 84% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 42.4% 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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With a median age of 33, Flemington is younger than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and is substantially younger than the Australian median of 38 years. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Flemington has a larger share of 25 - 34 year-old residents (28.6%) but fewer 5 - 14 year-olds (6.6%). This concentration of residents aged 25 - 34 is well above the national figure of 14.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age bracket has risen from 26.4% to 28.6% of the population, while the 15 to 24 age bracket rose from 11.9% to 13.8%.
In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 11.6% to 9.7% and the 5 to 14 age group decreased from 7.6% to 6.6%. Demographic projections for 2041 suggest major shifts in Flemington. The 55 to 64 cohort has the highest projected increase at 43%, adding 372 residents to reach 1,238. Conversely, the 5 to 14 age group is projected to shrink by 18 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Flemington
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 this month all 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 Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 549 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (9,065 at the 2021 Census → 9,935 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 (206031115). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.