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Forest Hill has an estimated 11,271 residents, up from 10,780 at the 2021 Census — a change of 491 people, or 4.6%. 158 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 2,769 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 evaluation by AreaSearch, the resident count of Forest Hill stands at approximately 11,271 as of Aug 2026. Relative to the 2021 Census total of 10,780 people, this indicates an expansion of 491 people (4.6%). This demographic shift is derived from the ABS estimated resident population figure of 11,256 as of June 2025 alongside 158 validated new addresses recorded following the Census date. With these numbers, the population density reaches 2,769 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality within the upper quartile among national areas evaluated by AreaSearch. Outpacing the broader SA4 region (3.9%), Forest Hill's 4.6% expansion since the 2021 census positions it as a leading growth area across the region.
Population expansion locally has been driven predominantly by overseas migration, serving as virtually the exclusive contributor to recent population increases. ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 (using 2022 as a base year) are utilised by AreaSearch for SA2 areas. Where data is absent for specific SA2 locations, AreaSearch adopts the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, applying weighted aggregation methodology to translate LGA trends down to SA2 divisions. Age group growth trajectories derived from these aggregations are applied across all locations for the 2032 to 2041 period. Looking at forward-looking demographics, population expansion is anticipated to sit slightly under the median of national statistical areas, gaining an estimated 1,164 persons to 2041 under latest annual ERP figures, translating to an overall growth rate of 10.2% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
208 new dwellings have been approved in Forest Hill over the past five years, an average of 41 a year. That is 3.8 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 41 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 76% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building approvals in Forest Hill have averaged approximately 41 homes annually, accumulating to 208 homes during the previous 5 financial years. With an influx of only 0.4 new residents annually per approved home across the last 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), residential delivery is matching or outpacing demand, expanding housing options for purchasers and facilitating capacity for population gains beyond forecasts. Furthermore, newly constructed residences carry an average construction cost of $627,000—moderately higher than regional figures—reflecting a commitment to higher-standard development. Alongside residential activity, commercial approvals reached $16.7 million this financial year, pointing toward an evenly paced commercial building environment.
Per-capita building activity in Forest Hill tracks closely with Greater Melbourne, sustaining market equilibrium in step with the surrounding metropolis. Recent residential building activity is distributed between detached houses at 76.0% and medium-to-high density formats (townhouses or apartments) at 24.0%, reinforcing the suburban character of the neighbourhood while appealing to space-oriented buyers through standalone dwellings. An approval volume of approximately 331 people per dwelling approval characterizes Forest Hill as an established, mature market. Projecting forward, the population of Forest Hill is slated to rise by 1,149 residents leading up to 2041 (benchmarked against the newest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Prevailing construction trends seem well calibrated to accommodate future requirements, fostering balanced property conditions without severe pricing pressures.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Forest Hill
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Forest Hill, worth an estimated $1.61 billion. A further 155 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $175.4 billion. 42 are already under construction and 49 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 capital projects and urban planning decisions play a critical role in shaping community development. AreaSearch has pinpointed 22 key initiatives expected to impact the surrounding environment. Prominent developments include Forest Ridge (including MAX apartments), Healesville Freeway Reserve Park (ngarrak nakorang wilam park), City Park, and the Forest Hill Chase Basketball Stadium, alongside other projects listed below.
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Forest Ridge (including MAX apartments)
A large-scale 9-hectare masterplanned community, formerly the Channel 10 television studio site. The project features approximately 700 dwellings, including townhouses and the 'MAX at Forest Ridge' apartment development. The MAX component consists of 115 luxury 1-3 bedroom apartments across two buildings, designed by SJB Architecture with landscapes by Jack Merlo. The wider community includes extensive parklands and nature trails with views over the Dandenong Ranges. Stages have been progressively developed since 2018.
Strathdon House Davy Lane Jolimont Reserve Precinct Master Plan
A comprehensive master plan for Strathdon House, Davy Lane Reserve, and Jolimont Reserve to guide development over the next 10-15 years. The plan focuses on the historic preservation of the 1893 Strathdon House and heritage orchard, enhancement of recreational open spaces, sports fields, walking paths, community gardens, and native vegetation conservation.
The Summit Sports Complex
The Summit Sports Complex (formerly referred to as Forest Hill Chase Basketball Stadium) is a competition-grade three-court basketball facility located on Level 3 of the Forest Hill Chase Shopping Centre. Delivered in partnership with Nunawading Basketball, the complex will feature training areas, competitive courts, and community spaces to promote health, wellness, and youth development.
Forest Hill Reserve Sports Court Renewal and Seating Upgrade
Renewal and upgrade of outdoor sports courts and spectator seating facilities at Forest Hill Reserve. The project includes court surface renewal and the installation of upgraded seating infrastructure to improve recreational amenities for community use. The reserve features basketball courts and other sports facilities used by local community members and sporting clubs.
Healesville Freeway Reserve Park (ngarrak nakorang wilam park)
35-hectare linear park development from former freeway reserve between Springvale Road and Warrandyte Road. Features walking trails, native vegetation restoration, recreational facilities and heritage interpretation.
City Park Forest Hill
City Park is a landmark 56,793 sqm Commercial 1 zoned corner landholding at the intersection of Burwood Highway and Springvale Road, Forest Hill. The site includes a fully leased 8,276 sqm three-level office building (formerly purpose-built for Hewlett Packard) with 194 car parks, plus approximately 4.7 hectares of surplus land. Whitehorse City Council granted approval in January 2021 for two six-storey commercial and retail buildings (WH/2019/806), and further planning applications for a four-storey office building have been lodged.The site was offered for sale by MRCB Australia via International Expressions of Interest in October 2024, with marketing highlighting approved mixed-use development permits and future potential for residential, commercial, office and retail uses subject to approvals. The property was reported as under offer in early 2025, with no confirmed new owner or developer publicly announced at time of review.
Mahoney's Reserve Master Plan
A comprehensive 15-year master plan for the 9.8 hectare Mahoney's Reserve in Forest Hill, guiding redevelopment of the site which supports soccer, cricket, indoor sports, walking, dog off-lead use and informal recreation. The draft plan proposes a new central Community Sports Pavilion for cricket, soccer and community use with public toilets, demolition of the Southern Pavilion, retention of the Northern Hall Pavilion, relocated and expanded cricket practice nets, upgraded playing surfaces and lighting, a new car park of about 40 spaces, a new walking path linking Vicki Street to the reserve, and a relocated dog off-lead area at South Mid Oval with partial fencing.A second round of community consultation on the draft plan ran from 27 April to 24 May 2026, including a pop-up session at the Northern Hall Pavilion. Feedback is being analysed through May and June 2026, with Council endorsement of the final plan expected October or November 2026, subject to change. Projects would be delivered in stages over time as funding becomes available.
Vermont South Shopping Centre Precinct
Mixed-use redevelopment of the Vermont South Shopping Centre precinct by Whitehorse City Council. Plans include retail expansion, residential apartments, community facilities, and improved public spaces to create a walkable neighbourhood centre.
5,573 residents of Forest Hill are employed, from a labour force of 5,817. Unemployment sits at 4.2%, with participation at 61.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.7% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. 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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A well-qualified resident workforce distinguishes Forest Hill, highlighted by substantial participation in professional services, a 4.2% unemployment rate, and a 1.6% rise in estimated job growth over the preceding year. As of March 2026, employed locals number 5,573, maintaining an unemployment rate 0.6% beneath the Greater Melbourne figure of 4.8%, while labour force participation trails noticeably (61.1% against 70.1% across Greater Melbourne). Census findings showed that 37.1% of working residents operated from home, an outcome influenced by Covid-19 restrictions. Key employment categories for local workers include health care & social assistance, professional & technical, as well as retail trade.
By contrast, construction employment is less prominent at 6.6% compared to the 9.7% regional benchmark. While employment hubs exist within the suburb, Census comparisons between resident workers and local employment positions suggest a considerable portion of the community commutes elsewhere for work. AreaSearch assessment of ABS and SALM metrics indicates that in the 12 months to March 2026, local employment grew by 1.6% alongside a 1.9% rise in the labour pool, resulting in a 0.3 percentage points increase in the jobless rate. Over the identical timeframe, Greater Melbourne saw employment climb 2.1%, the workforce rise 2.3%, and unemployment edge up 0.2 percentage points. Further context on local demand is provided by national projections from Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26. These five- and ten-year forecasts, when aligned with the suburb's occupational profile, illustrate possible expansion trajectories. Nationally, employment is projected to expand 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though industry performance varies considerably. Projecting these industry projections onto the employment makeup of Forest Hill indicates potential local employment gains of 6.7% over five years and 13.9% over ten years (note that this represents a simple weighted extrapolation for illustration and excludes specific local population modelling).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Forest Hill is $1,658 a week (about $86,000 a year), with median personal income at $706 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $50,027 a year against an average of $63,220. 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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Taxpayer income within the Forest Hill SA2 sits below the national benchmark based on ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. Middle-tier taxable income among local taxpayers is $50,027, with the average taxable income reaching $63,220, compared with Greater Melbourne figures of $57,688 and $75,164 respectively. Factoring in Wage Price Index movement of 9.62% from financial year 2023, updated figures reach roughly $54,840 (median) and $69,302 (average) as of March 2026. Data from the Census 2021 reveals local weekly household earnings place at the 45th percentile ($1,658 weekly), whereas individual earnings rank in the 29th percentile.
Regarding income brackets, the largest group comprises 29.1% earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (3,279 residents), closely matching the regional proportion of 32.8%. Affordability hurdles are prominent, as residual income stands at 83.6%, placing the area at the 45th percentile, while its broader SEIFA income score falls within the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Forest Hill had 4,083 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 72% detached houses and 3% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 40% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $396 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,123 a month. Rent absorbs 23.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.5%. 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 most recent Census, the housing stock in Forest Hill is configured with 72.0% separate houses and 28.0% alternative housing formats (including townhouses, flats, and other dwellings), relative to 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative types throughout the Melbourne metro area. Furthermore, outright property ownership in Forest Hill reaches 39.6%, materially higher than metropolitan levels, while remaining properties are mortgaged (34.0%) or leased (26.5%). Typical monthly mortgage expenses within the suburb stood at $2,123, surpassing the Melbourne metro benchmark of $2,000, while typical weekly rent was $396 against $390 metro-wide.
Compared with Australia as a whole, local mortgage costs exceed the national median of $1,863, and rent levels outpace the national sum of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Forest Hill counted 4,083 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 34% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 28% 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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Family units constitute the bulk of dwellings at 69.6%, made up of two-parent families with children (34.0%), couples without children (23.0%), and single parent families (11.0%). Independent and non-family dwellings represent the other 30.4%, split between single-occupant households (27.5%) and shared houses (3.0%). The area records a median household size of 2.5 people, slightly below the 2.6 person average across Greater Melbourne.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
41.2% of adults in Forest Hill hold a university qualification, including 26.3% with a bachelor degree and 11.6% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 77% of areas nationally. A further 12.3% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 142 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,078 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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Forest Hill exhibits superior tertiary education metrics, with 41.2% of residents aged 15+ possessing higher education credentials, exceeding national (30.4%) and SA4 region (31.2%) rates. This significant educational advantage creates strong alignment with professional and knowledge-focused industries. Qualifications are led by bachelor degrees at 26.3%, postgraduate studies at 11.6%, and graduate diplomas at 3.3%. Technical and vocational credentials encompass 23.7% of qualifications among residents aged 15+, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (12.3%). Formal study engagement is substantial throughout the locality, with 27.9% of the population enrolled in an educational course.
Broken down by level, 8.7% are in primary education, 7.3% in secondary education, and 5.9% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
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Public transport in Forest Hill reaches 52 stops on 17 routes, timetabled for about 7,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 220 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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Network analysis identifies 52 operational public transit stops across Forest Hill, featuring a combination of lightrail and bus connections. A total of 17 distinct transit routes service these stops, generating 7,242 weekly passenger journeys. Public transit accessibility is favourable, with residents located an average of 215 meters from their nearest transit stop. Commuting patterns reflect the area's residential role, with most workers traveling outward; motor vehicles remain the primary choice at 85%, while 8% commute by train. Household vehicle ownership sits at an average of 1.2 per dwelling. In addition, 37.1% of the workforce worked from home at the 2021 Census, potentially reflecting COVID-19 circumstances.
Daily public transit departures total an average of 1,034 trips across the network, translating to roughly 139 weekly trips for each designated stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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70.2% of residents in Forest Hill report no long-term health condition. 7.8% need daily assistance with core activities, and 50.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.6 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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Health indicators across Forest Hill reflect favourable outcomes across AreaSearch evaluations of mortality statistics and illness prevalence; general chronic condition rates remain subdued in the broader populace but show elevated levels among older cohorts. Private healthcare membership is comparatively moderate, encompassing approximately 50% of the populace (~5,691 people). By comparison, Greater Melbourne records 56.7% and the national rate is 55.7%. Arthritis (7.8%) and mental health issues (7.5%) represent the most commonly reported health concerns among residents, while 70.2% of the local population reported experiencing no medical conditions, slightly below the 72.6% benchmark for Greater Melbourne.
Health results for residents under 65 are stronger than average. Seniors aged 65 and over constitute 21.5% of the local population (2,419 people), outnumbering the 15.1% share observed across Greater Melbourne, though ranking below national medians for the total demographic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
43.8% of Forest Hill residents were born overseas and 44.3% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 86% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Chinese (21.0%) and English (17.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural variety is a defining trait in Forest Hill, where 43.8% of residents were born overseas and 44.3% speak a non-English language in their households. Christianity is the primary faith, representing 43.9% of the community. In addition, Buddhism shows a notable presence, accounting for 7.3% of locals compared to 4.2% regionally across Greater Melbourne. Evaluating ancestral background through parental birthplace, Chinese heritage forms the leading ancestry at 21.0% (substantially exceeding the 6.5% regional standard), followed by English ancestry at 17.7% and Australian heritage at 17.0%. Additional cultural segments showing distinct representation relative to regional averages include Sri Lankan at 1.0% (vs 0.8%), Greek at 3.6% (vs 2.7%), and Vietnamese at 1.6% (vs 1.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Forest Hill is 42. 24.1% 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 age distribution in Forest Hill skews older when evaluated alongside Greater Melbourne. In figures updated to August 2026, senior and retirement cohorts (65+) comprise 21.5% of locals against 15.1% across Greater Melbourne, whereas younger to middle-aged adults (25 - 44) account for 26.6% compared to a 32.1% metropolitan share. Median age is an estimated 42, matching the 2021 Census outcome and sitting 5 years above the Greater Melbourne median of 37 recorded during that Census. Since that time, the 25 - 44 age cohort has increased from 25.4% to an estimated 26.6%.
Moving toward 2041, retirees and seniors are projected to generate the majority of population expansion, adding 680 residents (28%) to reach 3,100, while younger residents and children are anticipated to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Forest Hill
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 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) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 8 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 158 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (10,780 at the 2021 Census → 11,271 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (211041269). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.