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Highett (East) - Cheltenham has an estimated 26,414 residents, up from 24,085 at the 2021 Census — a change of 2,329 people, or 9.7%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. 705 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 73.4% of that increase. That puts 3,022 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 assessments by AreaSearch, the resident population of Highett (East) - Cheltenham stands at approximately 26,414 as of Aug 2026. This represents an expansion of 2,329 people (9.7%) compared to the 24,085 people recorded in the 2021 Census. Such growth is calculated using the June 2025 estimated resident population of 26,320 published by the ABS alongside 705 validated new addresses identified following the Census. With a density of 3,022 persons per square kilometer, the locality ranks within the top national quartile evaluated by AreaSearch. Outperforming both the broader SA4 region and the surrounding SA3 area (6.8%), the 9.7% gain achieved by Highett (East) - Cheltenham since the 2021 census positions it at the forefront of regional demographic expansion.
Inbound overseas migration served as the primary catalyst, generating roughly 73.4% of total population increases over recent timeframes, with natural growth and interstate migration providing positive contributions as well. For SA2 statistical divisions, AreaSearch applies demographic projections published in 2024 by ABS/Geoscience Australia utilizing 2022 as a base year. Where SA2 locations lack coverage under this series, projections released by the VIC State Government in 2023 at the Regional/LGA level are integrated via a population growth weighted aggregation method converting LGA data to SA2 geography. Across all localities, age-specific growth rates derived from these aggregations are utilized for the period spanning 2032 to 2041. In terms of forward projections, the district is slated for demographic expansion that exceeds the median across Australian statistical areas, with an anticipated increase of 4,946 persons by 2041 according to recent annual ERP statistics, representing cumulative growth of 18.4% across the 16 years.
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777 new dwellings have been approved in Highett (East) - Cheltenham over the past five years, an average of 155 a year. That places the area in the 69th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 6 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 156 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 19% 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 across Highett (East) - Cheltenham have averaged approximately 155 dwellings each year, generating 777 homes across the previous 5 financial years. Balanced market conditions were initially supported by an average influx of 1.9 new residents per approved dwelling over the 5 financial years from FY-22 to FY-26, although demand has notably quickened over the latest 2 financial years to 5.9 people per dwelling, highlighting heightened demand and impending supply constraints. Approved residential dwellings reflect an average construction value of $476,000. Furthermore, substantial commercial planning momentum is evident with $47.8 million in commercial development approvals recorded during this financial year.
In comparison to Greater Melbourne, per-capita residential construction in Highett (East) - Cheltenham has been moderately elevated, tracking 32.0% above the regional average over the 5 year period to support buyer opportunities and safeguard existing asset values, even as recent building volumes have tapered. Approvals for new residential stock are heavily weighted toward medium and high-density housing at 81.0%, with detached dwellings accounting for only 19.0%. This structural shift toward higher-density living addresses shifting affordability conditions and lifestyle preferences while presenting accessible options for downsizers, first-time purchasers, and investors. It also marks a noticeable departure from the prevailing housing stock of 54.0% houses, prompted by tightening development site availability. A ratio of around 317 people per approval underscores a market undergoing structural transition. Projections from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate indicate that Highett (East) - Cheltenham will add 4,852 residents leading up to 2041. Although current building pipelines are tracking reasonably well against anticipated population increases, purchasing conditions may become increasingly competitive as local population numbers rise.
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Development applications around Highett (East) - Cheltenham
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 16 current infrastructure and development projects inside Highett (East) - Cheltenham, worth an estimated $38 billion. A further 141 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $58.1 billion. 49 are already under construction and 61 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Major planning schemes, capital investments, and transport initiatives play a defining role in shaping local urban development. AreaSearch has pinpointed a total of 18 infrastructure projects poised to influence the surrounding district. Notable developments include Sanctuary Sandringham, Suburban Rail Loop East - Cheltenham Station, Cheltenham Precinct Structure Plan - Suburban Rail Loop East, and Cycle Sandringham Infrastructure, with the primary works outlined below.
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Suburban Rail Loop East - Cheltenham Station
Major underground metro station as part of the 26km Suburban Rail Loop East project. Located approximately 17m below ground under Sir William Fry Reserve, the station will serve as the southern gateway to the SRL network and provide a critical interchange with the existing Frankston line. Features include a new bus interchange, enhanced pedestrian and cycling paths, and a dedicated bridge over Bay Road connecting the station to Southland Shopping Centre. Works are currently focused on utility relocations and site preparation for the launch of tunnel boring machines.
Cheltenham Precinct Structure Plan - Suburban Rail Loop East
The Cheltenham Precinct Structure Plan is an approved long-term urban renewal framework centered on the new Suburban Rail Loop underground station at Sir William Fry Reserve. The plan facilitates approximately 4,500 new dwellings and 12,000 new jobs by 2041, featuring building heights reaching 18 storeys in strategic hubs. Key infrastructure includes a pedestrian and cyclist bridge over Bay Road connecting to Southland Shopping Centre, a new bus interchange, and the revitalisation of Sir William Fry Reserve.
Southpoint Highett
New apartment development by H1Land Group designed by Rothelowman architects. Features two buildings: a 12-level tower with 360-degree views and a 4-level boutique building. Includes 217 apartments (1-3 bedrooms) with rooftop amenities, plunge pool, and sunset bar. Located opposite Westfield Southland. As of July 2025, construction has faced a stoppage due to a dispute with the Suburban Rail Loop authority over compensation for underground land acquisition.
Banksia Apartments Cheltenham
Developed and built by Shenfield Property and designed by Brayshaw Architects, Banksia is a boutique mixed-use apartment project at 216-226 Charman Road in Cheltenham Village. The four-level building delivers 29 luxury one, two, and three-bedroom apartments above ground-level retail and dining spaces, complete with EV charging and basement parking. The development is actively under construction with completion targeted for 2027.
7-21 Station Road Apartments
A nine-storey mixed-use apartment development featuring 63 residences, including studios, one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, with ground floor retail spaces. Located near Cheltenham Station, it aims to increase housing density in a transit-oriented location with modern amenities and sustainable features.
Cycle Sandringham Infrastructure
Safer cycling connection linking Sandringham Train Station to Sandringham Family Leisure Centre via Melrose St, Beach Rd, Royal Ave, Spring St and Tulip St. Stage 1 Section 1 works commenced to improve bike safety and supporting infrastructure; Stage 2 planned in 2025/26 subject to budgets and approvals.
48 Station Road Apartments
A five-storey mixed-use development featuring 18 apartments (9 one-bedroom, 8 two-bedroom, 1 three-bedroom), basement car parking with 27 spaces, and additional commercial office space. The project aims to increase housing density near Cheltenham Station with modern residential design and landscaping.
48 Station Road Mixed-Use Development
A permit-approved five-level mixed-use development in the Cheltenham Activity Centre, featuring 18 residential apartments and 339 sqm of commercial space. The development includes 27 basement car parking spaces and has a total gross floor area of 2,288 sqm. Located within 300 metres of Cheltenham Train Station and 1km from Westfield Southland Shopping Centre.
13,999 residents of Highett (East) - Cheltenham are employed, from a labour force of 14,898. Unemployment sits at 6.0%, with participation at 67.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% 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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The local labor force in Highett (East) - Cheltenham is characterized by strong educational credentials, notable representation across professional services, and an unemployment rate of 6.0%, alongside relatively consistent employment metrics over the past year. Employed residents numbered 13,999 as of March 2026, while the local jobless rate sits 1.3% above the 4.8% recorded across Greater Melbourne, accompanied by a labor force participation rate of 67.8% that falls below the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 70.1%. At the Census, a notable 38.6% of local workers reported working from home, a metric that may reflect prevailing Covid-19 lockdown measures.
Local resident workers are primarily engaged in health care & social assistance, professional & technical, and retail trade sectors. Employment specialization is especially pronounced within finance & insurance, where the local concentration reaches 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing exhibits lower participation, engaging just 3.4% of the resident workforce in Highett (East) - Cheltenham compared to 5.2% throughout Greater Melbourne. Although employment hubs exist within the boundary, comparisons between the Census working population and local resident numbers indicate that a significant proportion of residents travel outside the area for employment. AreaSearch analysis of ABS and SALM figures indicates that over the 12-month period, resident employment expanded by 0.3% while the labor force contracted by 0.3%, leading to a 0.6 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. By contrast, Greater Melbourne saw employment rise by 2.1%, the labor force increase by 2.3%, and unemployment edge up by 0.2 percentage points. Forward-looking employment estimates published by Jobs and Skills Australia as of Mar-26 provide additional context regarding potential labor demand across Highett (East) - Cheltenham. Mapping these five and ten-year national trajectories against the local industry profile outlines expected employment shifts. Nationwide jobs are projected to rise by 6.6% across five years and 13.7% across ten years, with distinct variation by sector. Applying this industry weighting to the employment distribution of Highett (East) - Cheltenham suggests local workforce numbers could grow by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years (noting this represents an indicative weighted extrapolation without incorporating localized population projections).
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Median household income in Highett (East) - Cheltenham is $1,853 a week (about $96,000 a year), with median personal income at $925 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $64,228 a year against an average of $80,527. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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ATO postcode data aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 indicates that the Highett (East) - Cheltenham SA2 recorded a median taxpayer income of $64,228 and an average income of $80,527, placing it exceptionally high in national rankings and ahead of Greater Melbourne benchmarks of $57,688 (median) and $75,164 (average). Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% recorded since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach approximately $70,407 for median income and $88,274 for average income as of March 2026. Based on Census findings, personal, family, and household earnings within Highett (East) - Cheltenham sit around the 63rd percentile nationally.
In terms of earnings brackets, the single largest cohort comprises 30.2% of taxpayers taking home $1,500 - 2,999 per week (7,977 residents), aligning closely with the broader region where 32.8% fall into this bracket. Even with local housing outlays absorbing 16.6% of income, strong remuneration places disposable earnings at the 56th percentile, supported by a SEIFA income score ranking in the 7th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Highett (East) - Cheltenham had 9,791 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 54% detached houses and 20% apartments. 38% are owned with a mortgage, 28% rented and 34% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $421 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 22.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.0%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census data indicates that the dwelling profile in Highett (East) - Cheltenham consists of 54.2% separate houses alongside 45.8% attached, semi-detached, apartment, and other residential formats, diverging from Melbourne metro where detached houses comprise 67.9% and alternative dwellings represent 32.1%. Outright home ownership is notably elevated relative to Melbourne metro at 33.9%, while mortgaged properties account for 37.8% and rental accommodation represents 28.3% of homes. Typical residential financing and rental expenses remain elevated; the median monthly mortgage payment stands at $2,167 against the Melbourne metro benchmark of $2,000, and weekly median rent reaches $421 compared to $390 metro-wide.
On a broader scale, local mortgage commitments in Highett (East) - Cheltenham substantially exceed the Australian national average of $1,863, while local rental payments sit well above the nationwide average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Highett (East) - Cheltenham counted 9,791 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 10,738 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 31% are couples with children, against 24% couples without children. 31% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the majority of living arrangements at 66.7% of households, consisting of couples with children (30.5%), couples without children (24.4%), and single parent families (10.6%). Non-family residences make up the remaining 33.3%, largely driven by single-person households at 30.7% alongside group households at 2.7%. The local average of 2.3 persons per household remains below the Greater Melbourne median of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
37.9% of adults in Highett (East) - Cheltenham hold a university qualification, including 25.2% with a bachelor degree and 9.2% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 84% of areas nationally. A further 16.5% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 1,937 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,092 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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Tertiary educational attainment among residents aged 15+ in Highett (East) - Cheltenham trails wider benchmarks, with 37.9% holding higher education degrees compared to 46.0% across the SA4 region, suggesting room for further upskilling. Within this group, bachelor degrees are held by 25.2%, postgraduate awards by 9.2%, and graduate diplomas by 3.5%. Vocational and technical qualifications are widely held across the area, with 28.8% of individuals aged 15+ possessing trade credentials, comprising certificates (16.5%) and advanced diplomas (12.3%). Community involvement in study is substantial, with 27.0% of local inhabitants actively engaged in an educational course.
Broken down by level, 8.7% attend primary school, 6.7% are enrolled in secondary education, and 5.3% are engaged in tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Highett (East) - Cheltenham reaches 118 stops on 29 routes, timetabled for about 13,100 services a week. The typical home sits about 190 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 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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The public transit network within Highett (East) - Cheltenham includes 118 operational stops catering to bus travel across 29 designated routes, supplying 13,096 trips for passengers on a weekly basis. Accessibility is outstanding, with typical proximity to the nearest transit stop measuring 193 meters. With the area functioning predominantly as a residential suburb, outbound commuting is widespread; private motor vehicles serve as the main travel method at 84%, while 7% of trips occur via train. Private vehicle ownership sits slightly below regional figures at 1.1 vehicles per dwelling. Meanwhile, 38.6% of workers worked from home according to the 2021 Census, potentially influenced by COVID-19 settings.
Transit operations maintain an average frequency of 1,870 daily services across all network routes, delivering roughly 110 trips per stop each week. The associated mapping illustrates the 100 closest transit stops relative to the central point of the area.
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70.0% of residents in Highett (East) - Cheltenham report no long-term health condition. 6.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 59.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.9 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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Evaluations by AreaSearch regarding mortality and chronic illnesses indicate favorable health metrics for Highett (East) - Cheltenham, where common health conditions remain infrequent across the broader populace, despite tracking above national averages among older cohorts facing higher health risks. Private healthcare insurance uptake is particularly elevated, covering approximately 60% of residents (15,716 people) compared to 56.7% throughout Greater Melbourne. Asthma and mental health issues represent the primary reported health conditions locally, affecting 7.5% and 7.8 of residents respectively, while 70.0% of the community reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
Favorable health outcomes are particularly evident among residents under 65 years of age. Those aged 65 and above account for 19.3% of the populace (5,108 people), exceeding the 15.1% proportion seen across Greater Melbourne, though national health rankings for this segment are comparatively lower than the broader local cohort.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
32.7% of Highett (East) - Cheltenham residents were born overseas and 26.8% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (23.2%) and Australian (20.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Highett (East) - Cheltenham exceeds typical market levels, with 32.7% of residents born overseas and 26.8% utilizing a language other than English in the home. Christianity represents the most widespread religious affiliation, accounting for 46.1% of the community in Highett (East) - Cheltenham. Additionally, the Jewish community exhibits a distinct presence, representing 1.9% of local residents versus 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding parental country of birth, the primary ancestry groups reported across Highett (East) - Cheltenham are English at 23.2%, Australian at 20.1%, and Other at 10.7%.
Several cultural backgrounds show pronounced concentrations above regional norms, including Greek ancestry at 4.7% (compared to 2.7% regionally), Russian at 1.3% (against 0.4%), and Polish at 1.2% (relative to 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Highett (East) - Cheltenham is 40. 23.2% 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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Demographic estimates updated to August 2026 highlight a mature age profile in Highett (East) - Cheltenham, where elderly and retiree residents aged 65+ comprise 19.3% of the community, exceeding the 15.1% recorded for Greater Melbourne. Conversely, young adults and children aged 0 - 24 represent 27.2% of the local population compared to 30.5% regionally. AreaSearch indicates a median age of 40 as at August 2026, which matches the level from the 2021 Census and sits 3 years older than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 at that time. Looking toward 2041, growth is anticipated to be heavily concentrated among older residents, with senior cohorts projected to expand by 2,549 residents (50%) to reach 7,657.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Highett (East) - Cheltenham
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Oct 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) | Aug 2026 2 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 Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago 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 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Oct 2026 this month headline measures · Sep 2026 baseline |
| 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 Oct 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Aug 2026 2 months ago all 16 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 7 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) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 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 — 705 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (24,085 at the 2021 Census → 26,414 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 (208031188). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.