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Highett (West) - Cheltenham has an estimated 13,274 residents, up from 12,439 at the 2021 Census — a change of 835 people, or 6.7%. Growth has averaged 1.0% a year over five years. 204 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 78.4% of that increase. That puts 2,495 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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According to investigations by AreaSearch, the resident count of Highett (West) - Cheltenham is close to 13,274 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 835 residents (6.7%) from the 2021 Census, which registered 12,439 individuals. This shift is calculated utilizing the ABS estimated resident population of 13,257 for June 2025 alongside 204 validated new addresses identified after the Census. The resulting population density stands at 2,495 persons per square kilometer, placing the locality in the highest quartile of all analyzed national territories. The 6.7% expansion rate since the 2021 census paced ahead of the broader SA3 region (6.0%), establishing the suburb as a primary local growth hub.
This upward trajectory was chiefly powered by overseas migration, which represented roughly 78.4% of the absolute population increase, although natural growth and interstate migration also registered gains. AreaSearch implements projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for every SA2 region, published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline. In instances where SA2 details are absent, projections from the VIC State Government released in 2023 are utilized, adjusted using weighted aggregations of population growth from LGA to SA2 divisions. Growth rates by age group derived from these models are also applied across areas for the timeframe spanning 2032 to 2041. Future demographic modelling indicates substantial growth placing the suburb in the top national quartile, with an anticipated increase of 3,768 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a cumulative rise of 28.3% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
766 new dwellings have been approved in Highett (West) - Cheltenham over the past five years, an average of 153 a year. That places the area in the 82nd percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 12 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 142 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 15% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 100, well below 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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Highett (West) - Cheltenham averages approximately 153 residential building approvals annually, translating to 766 new homes built over the previous 5 financial years. Thus far in FY-26, 92 building approvals have been logged. Because the area attracted an average of only 0.9 new residents per year for every home built over the 5 financial years between FY-21 and FY-25, residential supply is keeping pace with or outstripping demand, which broadens options for buyers and supports the potential for population growth to exceed projections, while new properties carry an average construction value of $496,000, indicating that builders are targeting the higher-end market with premium homes.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $11.8 million this financial year, showing a moderate level of commercial construction activity. Compared to the broader Greater Melbourne region, Highett (West) - Cheltenham displays somewhat elevated building activity (24.0% higher than the regional per capita average over the 5 year period), balancing consumer choice while underpinning existing real estate valuations. This volume of building is substantially higher than the nationwide average, demonstrating strong developer focus. New residential construction consists of 15.0% freestanding houses and 85.0% medium to high-density dwellings. The movement toward higher-density options offers affordable pathways for first-time buyers, downsizers, and investors. This represents a major shift from the current property distribution (which stands at 62.0% houses), reflecting a scarcer supply of development land and responding to changing buyer preferences and budget constraints. Having roughly 57 individuals for each building approval, Highett (West) - Cheltenham exhibits the traits of an expanding area. Projections for the future indicate that Highett (West) - Cheltenham will add 3,751 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If building activity continues at current rates, the supply of homes should easily satisfy demand, creating advantageous conditions for purchasers and potentially facilitating population growth that outpaces current predictions.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Highett (West) - Cheltenham
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Highett (West) - Cheltenham, worth an estimated $670 million. A further 165 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $55.6 billion. 50 are already under construction and 54 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and communities. 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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Developments in public infrastructure, major construction initiatives, and local planning schemes play a critical role in shaping local market performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 28 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Prominent developments include Banksia Apartments Cheltenham, Highett Common, Highett Gasworks, and Sanctuary Sandringham, with details of the most significant projects listed below.
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Highett Common
Highett Common is Victoria's first Net Zero targeted medium-density community, transforming a 9.3-hectare former CSIRO site into a sustainable residential precinct. The $600m+ masterplanned development features over 1,000 residences, including apartments and townhomes, integrated with 4 hectares of public parkland and conservation reserves. Key community infrastructure includes a new Bayside public library, a Maternal and Child Health centre, and a youth centre. Stage 1 (North Lane and Park House) was completed in late 2025 with residents now moving in, while Stage 3 (The Mews Collection) and the boutique Habitat release are currently under construction.
Sanctuary Sandringham
Boutique residential development featuring 71 apartments and 4 townhouses designed by CHT Architects. The project embodies affordable luxury with refined craftsmanship including 80mm European marble benchtops, European oak flooring, and double-glazed windows. Located adjacent to Heathland Sanctuary with landscaping by John Patrick featuring Australian native flora. Construction is progressing with structural works reaching Level 2 as of October 2025.
Bayside Park Improvement and Habitat Linkage Plan
The Bayside Park Improvement and Habitat Linkage Plan was adopted by Council on 28 June 2022 and is actively being implemented across Council-owned open space outside the conservation reserve system. The plan creates green corridors for local wildlife across Bayside by restoring indigenous vegetation structure through planting ground covers and low shrubby mid-storey species. Existing hollow-bearing trees are assessed and retained for habitat value. The program supports native fauna including smaller birds, butterflies, insects, lizards and skinks, and is integrated with the broader Urban Forest Strategy and Biodiversity Action Plan.
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.
Early 3191 Sandringham Townhouses
Boutique townhouse community delivering approximately 36 three and four bedroom townhomes across multiple stages in bayside Sandringham. Stage 1 is complete with further stages completing soon; display suite at 3 George Street.
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.
Bluff Road Hampton East Housing Development
A major Big Housing Build redevelopment of the Bluff Road housing site replacing 146 older dwellings with 285 new social, affordable, and market rental homes. The project includes a mix of 1, 2, 3, and 4-bedroom apartments and townhouses across 8 buildings (2-4 storeys), new parks, landscaped gardens, a cafe, social enterprise space, multi-purpose community room, community garden, children's play area, picnic area, civic space and an on-site community housing provider. All homes feature 5-star Green Star rating and 7-star NatHERS average rating for energy efficiency.Delivered through Ground Lease Model 2 partnership with Building Communities, the development aims to create a more integrated and vibrant community with completion expected late 2026.
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.
7,436 residents of Highett (West) - Cheltenham are employed, from a labour force of 7,791. Unemployment sits at 4.6%, with participation at 71.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% 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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Highett (West) - Cheltenham has a highly qualified labor pool, with strong representation in professional service industries, an unemployment rate of 4.6%, and relatively steady job numbers over the prior year. In March 2026, there are 7,436 employed local residents, while the rate of unemployment sits 0.2% below the Greater Melbourne level of 4.8%, and the participation rate is very close to the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 70.2%. Census records indicate that a high proportion of employed residents (45.7%) worked from home, though this figure should be interpreted in light of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions.
Local employment is heavily weighted toward professional & technical fields, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The professional & technical sector is especially prominent, with local employment ratios reaching 1.3 times the regional standard. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing shows low representation, accounting for only 2.8% of the local workforce compared to 5.2% across Greater Melbourne. Although local employment is available, the ratio of Census working population to local residents suggests a large number of workers travel outside the suburb for their jobs. According to AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS statistics, the latest 12-month period saw local employment rise by 0.2% while the total labor force contracted by 0.3%, leading to a drop in the unemployment rate of 0.5 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Melbourne experienced a 2.1% rise in employment, a 2.3% expansion of the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. Future employment forecasts for the country from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding prospective workforce demands in Highett (West) - Cheltenham. These projections, spanning five and ten years, have been applied to the local workforce structure to predict growth trends. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates of growth vary considerably across different industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the local employment distribution suggests that local jobs should increase by 6.9% over five years and 13.9% over ten years (note that this is a simple weighted projection for illustration and does not incorporate localized population shifts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Highett (West) - Cheltenham is $2,291 a week (about $119,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,025 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $66,892 a year against an average of $87,651. 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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Based on AreaSearch's compilation of the most recent postcode level ATO statistics published for financial year 2023, the Highett (West) - Cheltenham SA2 recorded a median taxpayer income of $66,892 and an average taxpayer income of $87,651. These figures are exceptionally high on a national scale and compare to median and average levels of $57,688 and $75,164 throughout Greater Melbourne. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current projections estimate these figures at approximately $73,327 (median) and $96,083 (average) as of March 2026. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Highett (West) - Cheltenham all ranked highly, falling between the 80th and 83rd percentiles across the country.
The largest individual cohort consists of the 27.3% of residents earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (3,623 residents), mirroring the regional trend where 32.8% of earners fall into this bracket. The high proportion of top-tier earners (38.2% above $3,000/week) points to significant financial capacity in the community. Elevated housing costs absorb 16.0% of local income, but strong wages ensure that disposable income remains at the 81st percentile, and the area sits in the 9th decile of the SEIFA index for income.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Highett (West) - Cheltenham had 4,699 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 62% detached houses and 13% apartments. 42% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 30% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $450 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,500 a month, a total housing cost higher than 86% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 19.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in Highett (West) - Cheltenham at the time of the latest Census consisted of 61.7% detached houses and 38.3% alternative dwelling types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and other dwellings), compared to the Melbourne metropolitan split of 67.9% houses and 32.1% alternative dwellings. The level of home ownership in Highett (West) - Cheltenham was equivalent to the Melbourne metropolitan standard at 30.4%, with the remaining properties being held under a mortgage (42.3%) or rented (27.3%). The median mortgage payment in the area was significantly higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average at $2,500 per month, while the median weekly rental cost was $450, compared to metropolitan benchmarks of $2,000 and $390.
Globally, mortgage commitments in Highett (West) - Cheltenham are notably higher than the Australian median of $1,863, and rental rates are considerably higher than the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Highett (West) - Cheltenham counted 4,699 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 5,014 today, averaging 2.5 people each. 37% are couples with children, against 23% couples without children. 26% 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 make up the majority of households at 71.9%, consisting of couples with children at 36.9%, couples without children at 22.6%, and single-parent households at 11.6%. The remaining 28.1% of households are non-family arrangements, with single-person households representing 25.6% and group living situations accounting for 2.6%. The median household size of 2.5 residents is slightly below the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
43.5% of adults in Highett (West) - Cheltenham hold a university qualification, including 28.7% with a bachelor degree and 10.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 97% of areas nationally. A further 14.1% hold a vocational qualification. 3 schools serve the area, with 550 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,111 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 levels in education within Highett (West) - Cheltenham are substantially higher than wider averages, with 43.5% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree compared to 30.4% in Australia and 33.4% in VIC. This strong educational profile positions the community well to benefit from knowledge-based employment. Bachelor degrees represent the largest category at 28.7%, with postgraduate qualifications at 10.3% and graduate diplomas at 4.5%. Practical and technical qualifications are also common, with 26.5% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials, comprising advanced diplomas (12.4%) and certificates (14.1%). Enrollment rates in education are high, with 30.5% of the local population currently undertaking formal studies.
This total includes 10.6% attending primary schools, 8.1% in secondary education, and 5.6% enrolled in tertiary programs.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Highett (West) - Cheltenham reaches 79 stops on 17 routes, timetabled for about 3,200 services a week. The typical home sits about 160 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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Analysis of local transit shows 79 active public transport stops within Highett (West) - Cheltenham, consisting of bus services. These stops connect to 17 individual routes, which together provide 3,162 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is highly rated, with the average distance to the nearest stop standing at 157 meters. Being a predominantly residential suburb, most employed residents travel outside the area for work, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of transport at 81%, and trains accounting for 9%. Car ownership averages 1.2 vehicles per household. A high percentage of residents (45.7%) worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which may be related to pandemic restrictions.
Average service frequency across all routes is 451 daily trips, which translates to approximately 40 weekly journeys for each individual stop.
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71.8% of residents in Highett (West) - Cheltenham report no long-term health condition. 4.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 63.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.7 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators demonstrate positive trends for residents of Highett (West) - Cheltenham, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality indices and chronic illnesses showing outcomes that align closely with national benchmarks, showing standard levels of common medical conditions across both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of the population with private health insurance is extremely high at approximately 63% (8,402 individuals). This is higher than the Greater Melbourne level of 56.7% and the national average of 55.7%. Asthma and mental health conditions are the most prevalent medical issues, affecting 8.0% and 7.8% of the population respectively, while 71.8% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
The working-age population exhibits good health profiles with low rates of chronic illness. Seniors aged 65 and over make up 16.1% of the population (2,143 individuals), compared to 15.0% in Greater Melbourne. The health status of these senior residents is above average, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
28.8% of Highett (West) - Cheltenham residents were born overseas and 18.4% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (26.2%) and Australian (22.7%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Highett (West) - Cheltenham displays greater cultural diversity than most comparable markets, with 18.4% of the population using a non-English language at home and 28.8% of residents born outside Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 43.7% of the local population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 1.3% of the community compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding family ancestry (parental country of birth), the three largest groups in Highett (West) - Cheltenham are English at 26.2% of the population, which is notably higher than the regional average of 20.1%, Australian at 22.7%, and Irish at 9.0%.
There are also distinct concentrations of other heritage groups: Russian ancestry is represented at 0.9% in Highett (West) - Cheltenham (compared to 0.4% regionally), Hungarian at 0.5% (compared to 0.3%), and Polish at 1.1% (compared to 0.8%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Highett (West) - Cheltenham is 40. 23.0% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Highett (West) - Cheltenham is 40 years, which is slightly higher than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 and the national average of 38. The 45 - 54 age group shows a high concentration (15.7% locally) relative to the Greater Melbourne average, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less represented (10.3%). Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 has increased from 10.9% to 12.6%, and the 75 to 84 cohort has risen from 4.6% to 6.1%. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 13.8% to 12.4%.
Future demographic models suggest the local age profile will shift significantly by 2041, with the 45 to 54 cohort projected to grow by 725 individuals (35%) from 2,084 to 2,810.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Highett (West) - Cheltenham
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | May 2026 3 months ago all 4 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 — 204 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (12,439 at the 2021 Census → 13,274 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 (208011171). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.