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Lakes Entrance has an estimated 11,434 residents, up from 11,164 at the 2021 Census — a change of 270 people, or 2.4%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years, slower than 77% of areas nationally. 314 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Density is about 53 people per 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 the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Lakes Entrance stands at approximately 11,434 in May 2026. This represents an expansion of 270 individuals (2.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 11,164 residents. The modification is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 11,331 in June 2025 alongside 314 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level yields a density of 53 persons per square kilometer, which indicates a low-density environment. Outperforming the wider SA3 area (2.3%), the 2.4% expansion in Lakes Entrance positions it as a local growth leader.
The primary driver of this demographic expansion was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 74.5% of the total population gains in recent times. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024, using 2022 as a baseline, are adopted by AreaSearch for each SA2 area. In cases where SA2 data is unavailable, projections are sourced from the 2023 Regional/LGA releases by the VIC State Government, adjusted by aggregating population growth from LGA to SA2 levels using a weighted methodology. Age group growth rates derived from these aggregations are applied to all regions for the period from 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic shifts, substantial population gains are anticipated for top-quartile locations outside capital cities, with this specific area projected to add 3,735 residents by 2041 compared to the latest annual ERP statistics, representing a total increase of 31.8% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
415 new dwellings have been approved in Lakes Entrance over the past five years, an average of 83 a year. That places the area in the 68th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 65 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 49, 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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Approximately 83 residential building permits have been granted annually in Lakes Entrance, totaling 415 homes over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 45 during FY-26 so far. Supply matches demand closely with a ratio of 1.1 people relocating to the area per completed dwelling over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), ensuring stable market conditions, though this has adjusted to 0.5 people per home over the last 2 financial years, indicating an improved balance. Residential projects carry an average building value of $348,000.
In addition, commercial building approvals have reached $6.8 million during the current financial year, highlighting that the area remains predominantly residential. Compared against the Rest of Vic., the per capita building activity in Lakes Entrance is 11.0% lower, though the area sits in the 77th percentile of all analyzed locations across the country. All recent construction has consisted of freestanding single-family homes, maintaining a low-density character that appeals to buyers seeking extra space. The ratio of roughly 153 people per approved dwelling underscores the low-density profile of Lakes Entrance. Projections indicate that Lakes Entrance will gain 3,632 residents by 2041 (calculated from the latest quarterly estimates by AreaSearch). Should the current pace of construction persist, the volume of new housing may fall short of population gains, which could intensify competition among buyers and drive up property prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Lakes Entrance
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Lakes Entrance, worth an estimated $364 million. A further 88 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $67.3 billion. 31 are already under construction and 34 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans energy, residential development 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, major developments, and urban planning decisions are key drivers of regional change. AreaSearch has identified a total of 7 projects that are expected to impact the local community. Prominent initiatives include the North Arm Water Main Replacement, the Lakes Entrance Northern Growth Area (LENGA), Stage 2 of the Jemmys Point Lookout and the Kalimna Loop Walk, and the Lakes Entrance Slipway Redevelopment, with details provided on those most relevant to the area.
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Lakes Entrance Northern Growth Area (LENGA)
The Lakes Entrance Northern Growth Area (LENGA) is a 244 hectare residential growth precinct in the hills north of Lakes Entrance, planned to deliver around 1,545 new dwellings and accommodate over 9,000 future residents. The area is implemented through Development Plan Overlay 8 (DPO8) in the East Gippsland Planning Scheme, with multiple staged subdivisions progressively rolling out across land bounded by Myers Street, Blairs Road, Ostlers Road and Thorpes Lane. Approved development plans cover Palmers Road, Blairs Road and the Country Club Drive precinct, with active estates including Wel.Co's Mirradale (around 165 lots over 35.4 hectares at 112 Ostlers Road), Lakes Heights Estate at 52 Country Club Drive (59 lots, permit approved) and the neighbouring Lakes View Estate.The masterplan includes a neighbourhood activity centre of around 3.5 hectares, integrated wetlands for water-sensitive urban design, a multipurpose community facility, emergency services land and a connected shared pathway network, with native vegetation precinct planning to protect high quality habitat zones.
Lakes Entrance Slipway Redevelopment
Transformation of a 5,400 square metre former slipway site operating from 1948-2005 into a vibrant public waterfront precinct featuring tiered timber decking, two restored historic winch sheds converted into art galleries, food and beverage outlets, outdoor markets, community event spaces, public amenities, and accessible ramps. Managed by the Slipway Collective, this multi-use destination celebrates local maritime heritage while fostering arts, culture, and hospitality to enhance tourism and community wellbeing.
Lakes Entrance Foreshore Park Development, Krauatungalung Walk Stage 1
Major foreshore revitalization featuring Krauatungalung Walk Stage 1 with an all-abilities boardwalk, Indigenous garden celebrating the five Gunaikurnai clans, sculptural seating featuring Borun the pelican and Tuk the musk duck, Lakes Foreshore Park with inclusive playground incorporating water-play and nature-play elements, accessible pathways, landscaping, and the Lakes Entrance Water Sports Pavilion. The project honors Gunaikurnai cultural heritage while providing enhanced recreation and accessibility for the community.
Jemmys Point Lookout Stage 2 and Kalimna Loop Walk
Completed tourism infrastructure upgrade at Jemmys Point featuring a large circular viewing platform with panoramic 270-degree views of the Gippsland Lakes, Bass Strait and 90 Mile Beach. Stage 2 works include all-abilities toilet facilities with baby change, solar-powered BBQ, picnic shelter and tables, landscaping, improved parking and turnaround area, and a loop walking trail connecting Hotel Road lookout, Kalimna Jetty and Jemmys Point Reserve. The facilities promote community gathering, outdoor recreation and enhance visitor experiences in Lakes Entrance.
North Arm Water Main Replacement
East Gippsland Water replaced the critical water main linking Kalimna and Lakes Entrance beneath North Arm using horizontal directional drilling to improve drinking water supply reliability, increase network capacity for future growth and reduce environmental impacts within the Gippsland Lakes Ramsar area. The project achieved a major pipe installation milestone in November 2025 and was completed in December 2025.
Lakes Entrance - Marine Parade Upgrade
A 1km road and footpath upgrade project extending from the roundabout at Marine Parade and Princes Highway to Barkes Avenue intersection. The project includes widening the road for 50 on-road parallel parking bays, 1.8m-wide accessible footpaths along the residential side, raised pedestrian crossings for traffic calming, intersection reconstruction at Barkes Avenue and Marine Parade, and upgraded drainage infrastructure to reduce localized flooding. Construction commenced June 24, 2024 by Cranes Asphalting and Bitumen Sealing P/L.
Lakes Entrance Training Walls Upgrade
Remediation works on the 130-year-old heritage-listed training walls, including stabilization of the timber structure with rock-filled geotextile bags and replenishment of armour rock along the channel sides. The $4.5 million project improves vessel access, reduces hazards from unstable rock surfaces, extends structure longevity, and supports local fishing, boating, and tourism industries.
Paynesville Slip Road Maritime Precinct Upgrade
A comprehensive upgrade of the Paynesville maritime precinct involving the replacement of aging seawalls and the construction of new jetties to provide approximately 40 new berths. The project includes a significant expansion of the boat ramp to be longer and deeper, enhanced car and boat trailer parking, and the creation of new boardwalks and pedestrian pathways. Integrated landscaping and drainage improvements are also being implemented to support regional tourism and the local marine industry.
4,426 residents of Lakes Entrance are employed, from a labour force of 4,686. Unemployment sits at 5.5%, with participation at 47.9%. 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. 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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Lakes Entrance features a workforce distributed across manual and professional occupations, with a strong presence in essential public services, an unemployment rate of 5.5%, and a 4.4% expansion in employment over the preceding twelve months. There were 4,426 employed residents in March 2026, while the local unemployment rate sits 1.9% higher than the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%, and labor force participation is notably lower (47.9% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic.). Census data indicates that a moderate 13.6% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been affected by pandemic-related lockdowns.
The major sources of employment for local residents are healthcare & social assistance, accommodation & food services, and the building trade. Accommodation & food services is highly specialized locally, employing a share of the workforce that is 2.0 times the regional average. Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 4.6% of local jobs, trailing the Regional Vic. average of 7.5%. A comparison of the Census working population against the resident workforce suggests that local job opportunities are relatively scarce. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the twelve months ending March 2026 saw employment expand by 4.4% and the labor force grow by 3.4%, resulting in a 0.9 percentage point drop in the unemployment rate. In comparison, Regional Vic. recorded a 0.1% contraction in employment, a 0.3% decline in the labor force, and a 0.2 percentage point decrease in unemployment. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide context for future labor demand in Lakes Entrance. These five and ten-year forecasts have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Across the nation, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with distinct variations across different sectors. Applying these national industry trends to the employment profile of Lakes Entrance yields an estimated local employment expansion of 6.4% over five years and 13.3% over ten years (note that this is a weighted extrapolation for comparison and does not incorporate localized population growth projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Lakes Entrance is $1,014 a week (about $53,000 a year), with median personal income at $562 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $41,478 a year against an average of $52,402. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, personal incomes in the Lakes Entrance SA2 are below the national benchmark, showing a median of $41,478 and an average of $52,402. This is lower than Regional Vic., where the median is $50,954 and the average is $62,728. Accounting for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates suggest figures of approximately $45,468 for the median and $57,443 for the average in March 2026. At the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Lakes Entrance all ranked between the 3rd and 7th percentiles nationwide.
The statistics reveal that the $400 - 799 weekly income bracket contains 30.2% of the population (3,453 people), which differs from metropolitan areas where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the largest at 30.3%. Although residents retain 86.7% of their income due to manageable housing costs, the total disposable income is low, ranking in the 6th percentile across Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Lakes Entrance had 4,579 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 89% detached houses and 1% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 22% rented and 53% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $270 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 26.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 29.6%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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At the time of the last Census, the housing stock in Lakes Entrance was composed of 88.8% detached houses and 11.2% alternative housing types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwellings), compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings in Regional Vic. Home ownership in Lakes Entrance was high at 52.8%, exceeding the rate in Regional Vic., with the remaining households either paying off a mortgage (25.7%) or renting (21.6%). The median monthly mortgage payment was $1,300, which is lower than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, while the median weekly rent was $270, compared to $285 in Regional Vic.
On a national level, mortgage costs in Lakes Entrance are lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are below the country-wide figure of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Lakes Entrance counted 4,579 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 18% are couples with children, fewer than in 90% of areas nationally, against 38% couples without children. 32% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.0 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up 65.7% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 18.4%, couples without children at 37.5%, and single parents at 9.4%. The remaining 34.3% are non-family households, which include single-person households at 32.2% and group houses at 2.1%. The median household size of 2.2 residents is smaller than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.1% of adults in Lakes Entrance hold a university qualification, including 11.6% with a bachelor degree and 2.8% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 30.6% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 956 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 975 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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Educational attainment in the area is relatively low, with university graduation rates at 17.1%, which is below the Victorian average of 33.4%. This highlights a potential area for targeted educational development. Among those with higher education, bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.6%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.8% and graduate diplomas at 2.7%. Vocational and technical qualifications are common, with 42.3% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications such as advanced diplomas (11.7%) and certificates (30.6%). A total of 24.7% of the local population is enrolled in some form of education.
This is divided into 10.0% attending primary school, 7.4% attending secondary school, and 1.8% enrolled in tertiary courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Lakes Entrance reaches 69 stops on 7 routes, timetabled for about 200 services a week. The typical home sits about 1,870 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 1.4 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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An analysis of public transport infrastructure shows 69 operational stops in Lakes Entrance, which are serviced by 7 routes that provide a total of 195 weekly passenger trips. Transport options are limited, with residents living an average of 1873 meters from their nearest transit stop. The area is predominantly residential, and most workers commute outside the area, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice of travel for 93% of commuters. Households own an average of 1.4 vehicles. In addition, 13.6% of residents work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by pandemic restrictions.
Across all active transit routes, services run at an average frequency of 27 trips per day, which translates to roughly 2 weekly trips for each transport stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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58.2% of residents in Lakes Entrance report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 77% of areas nationally. 7.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 45.8% 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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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and chronic illness rates, Lakes Entrance faces significant health challenges. Chronic health conditions are prevalent in both younger and older demographics, and the rate of private health insurance is low at approximately 46% of the population (~5,236 people). This compares to 50.5% in Regional Vic. and a national average of 55.7%. The primary medical diagnoses in the region are arthritis and mental health conditions, which affect 12.6% and 8.8% of the population, respectively. Meanwhile, 58.2% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic.
The working-age population shows elevated rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over make up 35.6% of the community (4,072 people), which is higher than the Regional Vic. average of 23.9%. However, senior health metrics rank above average, with national percentiles exceeding those of the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Lakes Entrance is largely Australian-born, at 85.1% of residents, with 4.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (32.9%) and Australian (30.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Lakes Entrance has lower cultural diversity metrics compared to average levels, with citizens representing 87.4% of the community, 85.1% born in Australia, and 95.5% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 46.4% of residents. The most notable religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.2% of the population, compared to 0.1% across Regional Vic. English ancestry is claimed by 32.9% of the population, followed by Australian ancestry at 30.0% and Scottish ancestry at 9.0%. There are also distinct differences in other ancestral groups, with Dutch heritage representing 2.0% of the population in Lakes Entrance (compared to 1.7% regionally), Maltese at 0.6% (compared to 0.5%), and French at 0.5% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Lakes Entrance is 54, older than 96% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 15.9% 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 54 years in Lakes Entrance is older than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and the national average of 38. The 65 - 74 age group is larger than the regional average, accounting for 19.3% of the local population, while the 25 - 34 age bracket is smaller at 7.5%. The proportion of residents aged 65 - 74 is also higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 10.9% to 12.9% of the population, and the 35 to 44 cohort has grown from 9.1% to 10.1%.
In contrast, the 65 to 74 group has decreased from 21.0% to 19.3%, and the 55 to 64 group has declined from 16.1% to 14.7%. Looking ahead to 2041, the age structure is projected to shift, with the 25 to 34 age bracket expected to grow by 576 people (67%) to reach 1,433, up from 856.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Lakes Entrance
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 | Jul 2026 last month all 6 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 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) | Jul 2026 last 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 — 314 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (11,164 at the 2021 Census → 11,434 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 (205021084). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.