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SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
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Hadfield has an estimated 6,717 residents, up from 6,241 at the 2021 Census — a change of 476 people, or 7.6%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years. 148 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 51.6% of that increase. That puts 2,202 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 AreaSearch's evaluation, the population of Hadfield stands at approximately 6,717 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 476 people (7.6%) from the 6,241 individuals recorded during the 2021 Census. This shift is calculated using the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 6,650, combined with 148 validated new addresses confirmed since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 2,202 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure across national areas reviewed by AreaSearch. Hadfield has shown steady long-term expansion over the last ten years with a compound annual growth rate of 1.4%, moving ahead of the wider SA3 region.
Net gains in population were largely underpinned by overseas migration, which represented roughly 51.6% of the overall increase in recent times. AreaSearch incorporates population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline year. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, AreaSearch employs Victorian State Government Regional/LGA projections from 2023, modifying them via a weighted aggregation approach of population growth from LGA down to SA2 boundaries. Age group growth trajectories derived from these aggregations are applied to all regions for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the locality is projected to undergo rapid expansion, ranking in the top 10 percent of all statistical zones evaluated by AreaSearch. It is forecast to grow by 2,648 persons by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP data, which represents an overall gain of 38.4% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
298 new dwellings have been approved in Hadfield over the past five years, an average of 59 a year. That places the area in the 62nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 9 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 46 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 26% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 63, 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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Hadfield has seen an average of approximately 59 residential building approvals granted annually, totaling 298 residential approvals over the previous 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) alongside 58 approvals recorded so far in FY-26. Because only 0.9 new residents were added per finished home on average over the previous 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), construction levels are matching or exceeding demand, which gives buyers a wider selection of properties and allows for population expansion beyond projected targets. Furthermore, new homes have an average building cost of $275,000, which is below regional benchmarks and points to more budget-friendly purchasing options.
In addition, commercial approvals valued at $4.3 million have been logged in the current financial year, highlighting that the locality is overwhelmingly residential. Relative to Greater Melbourne, Hadfield shows a somewhat higher volume of development (tracking 39.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year period), which helps maintain property values while offering options for buyers, despite a recent slowdown in construction activity. Newly approved properties are split between 26.0% detached houses and 74.0% medium and high-density dwellings. This emphasis on higher-density options offers more affordable entry points and accommodates downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a major departure from the existing housing stock (which is 73.0% houses), reflecting a decline in available development parcels alongside changing buyer preferences and budget considerations. The locality has a ratio of about 144 people per residential approval, indicating a growing local market. Long-term forecasts indicate that Hadfield is set to add 2,581 residents by 2041 (utilizing the most recent quarterly estimates from AreaSearch). If current construction volumes persist, housing completions may fall short of population gains, which could increase competition among purchasers and upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Hadfield
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 96 current infrastructure and development projects close to Hadfield, worth an estimated $174.8 billion. 17 are already under construction and 24 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, planning choices, and development initiatives are major drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 8 projects expected to influence the local area. Prominent developments include 4 Alva Court Fawkner Development, 13 Moray Street Fawkner Residential Development, Assembly Broadmeadows, and Broadmeadows Kangan Institute Redevelopment Stage 1, with the key details of the most significant projects outlined below.
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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.
Glenroy Structure Plan
Long-term structure plan guiding regeneration of the Glenroy Activity Centre, including the Pascoe Vale Road and Wheatsheaf Road shopping areas, the industrial area east of the rail line and adjoining land. The plan supports a vibrant mixed-use centre with more services, facilities, activity and residential opportunities. Current implementation includes public realm renewal, with the West Street Shopping Strip Improvement moving into construction from February 2026 for about 10 to 11 months, including footpath upgrades, road works, drainage, traffic calming, new asphalt, safer pedestrian access, seating, landscaping and support for local businesses.
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.
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.
60 Daley Street Townhouses
Development of 5 modern 2-storey residential townhouses designed for families, professionals, and investors. Each dwelling offers contemporary living spaces with functional layouts across approximately 630 square metres of total land area. The development is located within walking distance of Glenroy train station and local amenities in the thriving City of Merri-bek.
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.
262 Camp Road Broadmeadows Development
Residential development project on Camp Road in Broadmeadows, strategically located near the future Broadmeadows transport superhub. Part of Activity Centre growth supporting increased density around transport. Listed on Urban.com.au as new off-the-plan development.
3,264 residents of Hadfield are employed, from a labour force of 3,420. Unemployment sits at 4.6%, with participation at 63.5%. 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 5,751, about 86% 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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Hadfield is home to a qualified labor force, particularly within the construction industry, with a local unemployment rate of 4.6% and consistent job numbers over the past year. In March 2026, 3,264 local citizens were employed, with the unemployment rate tracking 0.2% below the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, though overall workforce participation is considerably lower (sitting at 63.5% relative to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne). Census data indicates that a notable 29.1% of working residents performed their duties from home, although this should be viewed in light of Covid-19 restrictions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The workforce is highly concentrated in construction, representing 1.4 times the regional proportion. Conversely, professional & technical roles are underrepresented, accounting for 7.3% of local workers compared to 10.1% across Greater Melbourne. The residential character of the neighborhood means local employment options are limited, as shown by comparing the count of working residents with the local jobs footprint. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the local labor force contracted by 0.6% during the year ending March 2026, while the number of employed residents fell by 0.0%, leading to a drop of 0.6 percentage points in unemployment. During the same timeframe, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1% and the labor force expand by 2.3%, with its unemployment rate increasing by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25 offer additional perspective on future labor requirements in Hadfield. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth. Nationally, employment is predicted to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though individual industries vary widely. Mapping these trends to Hadfield's job mix indicates that local employment is poised to grow by 6.4% over five years and 13.1% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighted calculation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate localized population shifts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Hadfield is $1,538 a week (about $80,000 a year), with median personal income at $684 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $52,673 a year against an average of $60,208. 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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The latest postcode-level ATO information compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that local incomes in the Hadfield SA2 are below national benchmarks, with a median of $52,673 and an average of $60,208. These figures compare to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index rise of 9.62% since financial year 2023, contemporary values would stand at approximately $57,740 (median) and $66,000 (average) as of March 2026. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes are all relatively low in Hadfield, falling between the 25th and 37th percentiles.
Income distribution figures show that the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly bracket includes 32.1% of the population (2,156 individuals), which aligns with the regional average of 32.8% in this bracket. Financial strain from housing is high, with only 83.1% of income remaining after housing costs, placing the area in the 37th percentile, while its SEIFA income score falls in the 5th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Hadfield had 2,319 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 73% detached houses and 1% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 28% rented and 39% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $376 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 24.4% of household income here and mortgage repayments 30.0%. 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 Hadfield at the time of the last Census consisted of 72.9% separate houses and 27.1% other types of housing (such as townhouses and apartments), compared to 67.9% houses and 32.1% other structures in the Melbourne metropolitan area. Home ownership levels in Hadfield were significantly higher than the metropolitan average at 38.6%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (33.8%) or renters (27.6%). The median monthly home loan repayment was equal to the Melbourne metro average at $2,000, while the median weekly rent was $376, compared to metropolitan figures of $2,000 and $390 respectively.
On a national scale, Hadfield's home loan repayments exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are above the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Hadfield counted 2,319 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 2,496 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 32% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 27% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 69.4%, consisting of couples with children (32.4%), couples without children (24.0%), and single parent households (11.5%). Non-family households represent the remaining 30.6%, with single-person households making up 27.4% and group households accounting for 3.1%. The median household occupancy is 2.5 residents, which is slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
27.7% of adults in Hadfield hold a university qualification, including 18.0% with a bachelor degree and 6.7% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 18.2% hold a vocational qualification. 1 school serves the area, with 389 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,073 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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Attainment of qualifications in Hadfield is lower than regional averages, with 27.7% of residents aged 15+ holding a tertiary degree, compared to 37.0% across Greater Melbourne. This disparity suggests opportunities for increasing educational pathways and local capabilities. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 18.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees (6.7%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Vocational and technical training is common, with 28.1% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.9%) and certificates (18.2%). School and study enrollment is high, with 29.9% of residents currently undertaking education. This population includes 9.8% in primary school, 6.8% in high school, and 5.2% enrolled in higher education.
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Public transport in Hadfield reaches 34 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 2,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 210 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.3 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 networks include 34 stops operating within Hadfield, consisting of bus services. These stops support 7 separate routes that combine to run 2,117 weekly trips. Local access is good, with residents living an average of 211 meters from a stop. Since the area is mostly residential, many workers travel outside the suburb, with cars being the primary mode of travel at 86%, and trains accounting for 8%. Households own an average of 1.3 cars. A notable 29.1% of residents work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may be influenced by pandemic conditions.
Service frequency stands at an average of 302 daily trips across the transit routes, which translates to approximately 62 weekly trips for each individual stop.
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69.3% of residents in Hadfield report no long-term health condition. 8.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.9% 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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Hadfield registers positive health metrics according to AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and the frequency of long-term illnesses, with common conditions showing a low prevalence in the general community, although rates are higher than national averages among older, high-risk groups. The proportion of residents with private health insurance is low at roughly 49% of the population (~3,284 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and a national average of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma are the most prevalent health issues in the area, affecting 8.7% and 7.6% of the population, respectively.
Meanwhile, 69.3% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne. Residents under the age of 65 display better health trends than the national average. Seniors aged 65 and over account for 16.5% of the population (1,107 people), which is higher than the 15.0% share in Greater Melbourne. Health measures for these older residents show some issues, ranking lower nationally than the rest of the local community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
34.7% of Hadfield residents were born overseas and 44.9% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 81% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Italian (16.2%) and Australian (16.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Hadfield has high levels of multiculturalism, with 34.7% of the population born outside Australia and 44.9% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the largest religious group, representing 49.6% of local residents. The most distinct variance is the Islamic community, which represents 23.1% of residents, significantly above the Greater Melbourne average of 5.6%. Regarding parental birthplace, the largest groups in Hadfield are Other at 16.4%, Italian at 16.2% (which is much higher than the metropolitan average of 5.2%), and Australian at 16.1%. Other notable groups showing higher concentrations than regional averages include Lebanese at 9.3% (compared to 0.8% across Melbourne), Maltese at 2.8% (compared to 1.1%), and Greek at 4.3% (compared to 2.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Hadfield is 35. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 28.3% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 35 years in Hadfield is slightly below Greater Melbourne's average of 37 and the national average of 38. The population aged 85 and over is highly represented at 4.5% compared to the metropolitan average, while the cohort aged 15 to 24 is less prominent at 11.1%. Since 2021, the group aged 35 to 44 has expanded from 14.3% to 17.5% of the population. In contrast, residents aged 75 to 84 decreased from 6.7% to 5.3%, and those aged 45 to 54 declined from 11.5% to 10.2%.
Demographics are expected to shift significantly by 2041, with the 45 to 54 age group projected to grow by 463 people (68%), rising from 686 to 1,150.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Hadfield
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, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 2 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 May 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 — 148 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (6,241 at the 2021 Census → 6,717 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 (210031440). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.