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Longford - Loch Sport has an estimated 5,033 residents, up from 4,915 at the 2021 Census — a change of 118 people, or 2.4%. Growth has averaged 0.8% a year over five years, slower than 77% of areas nationally. 231 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. 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 conducted by AreaSearch, the population of Longford - Loch Sport stands at approximately 5,033 as of May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 118 residents (2.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 4,915 individuals. This shift is calculated from the ABS estimated resident population of 5,009 recorded in June 2025 and 231 validated new addresses registered after the Census. The resulting population density is 3.1 persons per square kilometer, representing a spacious environment for residents. Longford - Loch Sport has shown stable development patterns over the past ten years with a 1.6% compound annual growth rate, which is higher than the broader SA3 region.
The population expansion in recent times was mostly generated by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 66.7% of the total demographic gains. AreaSearch is employing projections from ABS/Geoscience Australia for each SA2 area, based on data released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For SA2 areas not included in this dataset, AreaSearch is using Regional/LGA projections from the VIC State Government, which were released in 2023, and applying adjustments through a weighted aggregation method to scale population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group derived from these aggregations are also applied across all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. When analyzing future population trends, a substantial rise is projected for the top quartile of Australia's regional areas, with the area expected to grow by 1,774 persons to 2041 according to the latest annual ERP population figures, representing a total gain of 34.5% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
282 new dwellings have been approved in Longford - Loch Sport over the past five years, an average of 56 a year. That places the area in the 60th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 11 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 42 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 32, 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 56 residential building approvals are granted annually in Longford - Loch Sport, totaling 282 dwelling approvals over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 30 during the current FY-26. With an average of 0.7 new inhabitants per year arriving for each new dwelling built over the past 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), building activity is matching or exceeding demand, providing buyers with increased choice and supporting population growth that may outpace current forecasts, with new properties being built at an average estimated cost of $273,000.
Additionally, commercial building approvals valued at $3.2 million have been registered in the current financial year, highlighting the predominantly residential character of the locality. Compared to the Rest of Vic. region, Longford - Loch Sport has a 92.0% higher rate of residential approvals per capita, offering prospective buyers a wider selection of properties, even though construction activity has moderated in recent years. This rate is far higher than the national level, indicating high developer confidence in the area. Furthermore, recent construction has consisted entirely of standalone homes, maintaining the low density layout of the area with a focus on detached dwellings that appeal to buyers seeking space. The ratio of approximately 130 people per dwelling approval reflects the low density profile of Longford - Loch Sport. Future forecasts indicate that Longford - Loch Sport will gain 1,734 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. Residential construction is keeping a moderate pace with this anticipated growth, although purchasers may experience heightened competition as the local population increases.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Longford - Loch Sport
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 14 current infrastructure and development projects inside Longford - Loch Sport, worth an estimated $44.8 billion. A further 85 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $70.9 billion. 32 are already under construction and 37 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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Changes to local infrastructure, major developments, and planning schemes have a significant impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 40 projects that are expected to influence the locality. Prominent projects include the Gippsland Renewable Energy Park (GREP), the Fulham Solar Farm, the Longford Development Plan, and the Port of Sale East Bank Redevelopment Study, with the subsequent list detailing the most significant initiatives.
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Giffard Wind Farm and Battery (GREP)
The Giffard Wind Farm and Battery is a proposed large-scale hybrid onshore wind farm and battery in Gippsland, Victoria. It will feature an expected renewable energy capacity of 417MW and a battery capacity of 400MW / 800MWh. Located on an over 8,000-hectare site, it is a joint venture being developed by Octopus Australia and the Clean Energy Finance Corporation (CEFC).
Fulham Solar Farm
The Fulham Solar Farm and Battery Project is an 80 megawatt solar farm DC-coupled with battery storage of up to 128 megawatt hours. Located near Sale in Gippsland, the facility will utilize approximately 150,000 solar panels to generate enough clean energy to power around 39,000 homes. The project is one of the first DC-coupled hybrid solar and battery systems in Australia, designed to strengthen the local energy network and reduce outage risks.
Longford Development Plan
The Longford Development Plan facilitates rural residential development across 11 precincts. Precincts 9 and 10 were officially rezoned in June 2023 via Amendment C116well to Rural Living Zone Schedule 5 (RLZ5). This enables the creation of approximately 180 rural lifestyle blocks with minimum 6000m2 lot sizes. The plan guides coordinated infrastructure delivery and development outcomes for the Longford Growth Area.
Perry Bridge Solar Farm
44 megawatt solar farm with 50MWh battery storage near Sale generating enough electricity to power over 15,000 homes. Developed by Octopus Australia in joint venture with Clean Energy Finance Corporation as part of Gippsland's renewable energy transition.
Ninety Mile Beach Compulsory Acquisition Program
A program to compulsorily acquire privately owned, vacant land in the Ninety Mile Beach area, including The Honeysuckles, to protect environmentally sensitive areas and for public benefit. The land will be managed similarly to the adjoining Gippsland Lakes Coastal Park.
Gippsland Dawn Offshore Wind Project
Gippsland Dawn was a proposed 2.1 GW bottom-fixed offshore wind farm in Bass Strait off the Gippsland coast. BlueFloat Energy and Energy Estate proposed the project to support renewable generation for more than 1 million homes and complement Gippsland transmission infrastructure. The project is not proceeding: BlueFloat Energy surrendered feasibility licence FL-07 on 14 July 2025, and the related EPBC referral for geophysical and geotechnical investigations is listed as Project Withdrawn.
High Sea Wind
High Sea Wind is an Ocean Winds bottom-fixed offshore wind farm under a Commonwealth feasibility licence within the Gippsland declared area, Victoria. The project area is about 150 square kilometres located roughly 76 km offshore near Ninety Mile Beach. The proposed installed capacity is ~1.3 GW, with Ocean Winds as the exclusive developer. The current focus includes environmental approvals, community engagement, and site investigations such as floating Lidar deployment and geophysical/geotechnical surveys.
Orsted Offshore Australia 1 (Gippsland 1)
Orsted is developing the 2.82 GW Gippsland 1 offshore wind farm located 56-100 km off the coast of Victoria. As of May 2026, the project remains in the feasibility and assessment phase following the approval of its Feasibility Licence Management Plan in March 2025. The proposal includes up to 200 turbines with tips reaching heights of 350m, situated in water depths of approximately 60m. Current activities include wind measurement using Floating LiDAR and geotechnical investigations to inform the final turbine and foundation design.The project aims to connect to the Victorian grid via subsea cables landing near McGaurans Beach or Reeves Beach, eventually linking to the VicGrid connection hub at Giffard.
2,349 residents of Longford - Loch Sport are employed, from a labour force of 2,459. Unemployment sits at 4.5%, with participation at 56.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.9% 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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Longford - Loch Sport has a skilled labour force with a strong representation of essential services industries, an unemployment rate of 4.5%, and an estimated job growth of 3.9% over the past year. In March 2026, 2,349 local residents were employed, representing an unemployment rate 0.8% higher than the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%, while the participation rate of 56.9% was lower than the Regional Vic. standard of 61.1%. Census records show that a moderate 15.6% of working residents performed their duties from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 lockdown restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are public administration & safety, health care & social assistance, and construction. Public administration & safety is highly concentrated in the area, with its employment share reaching 2.4 times the regional proportion. Conversely, manufacturing has a small footprint, employing 4.1% of the workforce compared to 7.7% across the region. Although there are local jobs available, the ratio of the Census working population to the locally employed population suggests a significant proportion of residents travel to other areas for work. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data shows that during the 12 months leading to March 2026, employment grew by 3.9% and the labour force expanded by 3.3%, leading to a decrease in the unemployment rate of 0.5 percentage points. In contrast, Regional Vic. saw employment fall by 0.1% and the labour force contract by 0.3%, while its unemployment rate dropped by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections from May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding prospective workforce demand in Longford - Loch Sport. These five and ten-year forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate future growth patterns. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary significantly by sector. Applying these national industry trends to the employment distribution of Longford - Loch Sport indicates local employment is projected to rise by 5.9% over five years and 12.6% over ten years, noting this is a simple weighted projection for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Longford - Loch Sport is $1,079 a week (about $56,000 a year), with median personal income at $600 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $45,165 a year against an average of $59,828. 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 ATO statistics compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the income level in the Longford - Loch Sport SA2 is below the national benchmark. Taxpayers in the Longford - Loch Sport SA2 have a median income of $45,165 and an average income of $59,828, compared to Regional Vic. benchmarks of $50,954 and $62,728 respectively. Incorporating Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 are approximately $49,510 for median income and $65,583 for average income. Census findings place household, family, and personal incomes in Longford - Loch Sport between the 6th and 11th percentiles across the nation.
The weekly income cohort of $400 - 799 contains 28.1% of the population (1,414 people), contrasting with the wider metropolitan pattern where the $1,500 - 2,999 range is the largest at 30.3%. Even though housing outlays are low with residents keeping 89.0% of their income, total disposable income is positioned at the 11th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Longford - Loch Sport had 1,918 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 8% rented and 58% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $200 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,300 a month. Rent absorbs 18.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.8%. 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 Longford - Loch Sport at the time of the latest Census was made up of 96.4% detached houses and 3.6% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, or alternative accommodation), compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwelling types in Regional Vic. Home ownership in Longford - Loch Sport was high compared to the Regional Vic. average, sitting at 57.8%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (34.3%) or rented (8.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,300 was lower than the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, and the median weekly rent was $200, compared to $285 across Regional Vic.
On a national level, housing costs in Longford - Loch Sport are low, with mortgage payments well below the Australian average of $1,863 and rent payments substantially below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Longford - Loch Sport counted 1,918 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 22% are couples with children, fewer than in 80% of areas nationally, against 37% couples without children. 31% 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 the majority of households at 66.1%, which consists of couples with children at 22.1%, couples without children at 36.7%, and single parent households at 6.3%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 33.9% of households, with single person households representing 31.3% and group households making up 2.6%. The median household size of 2.2 residents is lower than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
18.1% of adults in Longford - Loch Sport hold a university qualification, including 13.2% with a bachelor degree and 2.6% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 77% of areas nationally. A further 31.7% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 224 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 951 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 levels in the area are low, with 18.1% of residents holding a university qualification, compared to the Victorian state average of 33.4%. This highlights a clear area for targeted educational programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.2%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 2.6% and graduate diplomas at 2.3%. Vocational and technical qualifications are highly represented, with 41.3% of individuals aged 15 and over possessing vocational training, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.6% and certificates at 31.7%. A significant portion of the population is enrolled in formal education, accounting for 24.4% of residents.
This student group comprises 8.7% in primary school, 7.2% in secondary school, and 2.6% undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Longford - Loch Sport means driving: households keep an average of 1.7 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of public transport infrastructure shows 26 active transport stops situated within Longford - Loch Sport. These stops are served by 2 separate routes, which provide a total of 16 passenger trips per week. Transport accessibility is classified as low, with residents situated an average of 1987 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the community, most workers commute out of the area, with private cars being the primary mode of travel at 84%, while 10% of residents walk. The average number of motor vehicles per household is 1.7, which is higher than the regional average.
Around 15.6% of residents worked from home, based on 2021 Census data collected during COVID-19 conditions. The average frequency of transit service is 2 trips per day across all active routes, which translates to approximately 0 weekly trips per individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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61.3% of residents in Longford - Loch Sport report no long-term health condition. 6.6% need daily assistance with core activities, and 48.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Longford - Loch Sport exhibits notable health concerns based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality data and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, which are common across both younger and older cohorts, combined with a very low rate of private health insurance coverage at roughly 49% of the population (~2,461 people). The average rate of private health insurance coverage across Australia is 55.7%. Arthritis and mental health challenges were the most frequently reported medical conditions in the area, affecting 11.9% and 8.0% of residents respectively. Conversely, 61.3% of the population reported no chronic health issues, compared to 63.4% in Regional Vic.
Significant health difficulties are present within the working-age cohort, marked by high rates of chronic illness. Residents aged 65 and over constitute 28.5% of the population (1,434 people), which exceeds the Regional Vic. benchmark of 23.9%, while national health rankings are generally consistent with the wider population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Longford - Loch Sport is largely Australian-born, at 85.4% of residents, with 3.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.6%) and Australian (29.9%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Longford - Loch Sport has a lower level of cultural diversity than average, with 85.4% of the population born in Australia, 89.6% holding citizenship, and 96.5% using only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 49.1% of the local population. The most prominent statistical overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of residents compared to 0.1% across Regional Vic. Regarding ancestral backgrounds based on parents' birthplaces, the three largest groups in Longford - Loch Sport are English at 33.6%, Australian at 29.9%, and Irish at 9.5%. There are also distinct variations in the proportions of other ethnic backgrounds, with Dutch overrepresented at 2.4% of the population (compared to 1.7% in the region), Scottish at 9.1% (compared to 8.8% regionally), and Maltese at 1.0% (compared to 0.5% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Longford - Loch Sport is 52, older than 94% of areas nationally. 16.4% 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 52 years in Longford - Loch Sport is much higher than the Regional Vic. median of 43 and the national median of 38. Compared to the Regional Vic. distribution, the 55 - 64 age group is heavily overrepresented at 19.4% of the local population, while the 25 - 34 age bracket is underrepresented at 7.3%. This local concentration of residents aged 55 - 64 is also higher than the national share of 11.2%. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 6.6% to 9.0%.
In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort decreased from 14.1% to 12.1%, and the 15 to 24 cohort declined from 10.2% to 9.1%. Population projections for 2041 indicate notable demographic shifts for Longford - Loch Sport, with the 25 to 34 cohort expected to experience the highest growth rate at 84%, adding 310 individuals to reach a total of 680.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Longford - Loch Sport
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 14 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) | 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 — 231 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,915 at the 2021 Census → 5,033 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 (205051100). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.