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Maiden Gully has an estimated 5,869 residents, up from 5,518 at the 2021 Census — a change of 351 people, or 6.4%. Growth has averaged 1.4% a year over five years. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 56.5% of that increase. That puts 137 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 the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Maiden Gully stands at approximately 5,869 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 351 individuals (6.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which recorded 5,518 residents. This calculation is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 5,869 in June 2025 alongside 72 validated new addresses registered since the Census. With a density of 136 persons per square kilometer, the locality offers ample space for inhabitants and potential future expansion. The 6.4% expansion rate of Maiden Gully since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 area (3.9%) and the SA4 region, establishing it as a regional growth leader.
The main driver of this growth was interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 56.5% of the total population increase, though other factors like natural increase and overseas migration also made positive contributions. AreaSearch adopts the 2024 population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for each SA2 region, which use 2022 as their base year. For SA2 regions lacking this coverage, projections from the VIC State Government's 2023 Regional/LGA releases are used, adjusted by aggregating population growth from the LGA level to SA2 levels using a weighted system. The age group growth rates from these aggregations are applied to all areas for the years 2032 to 2041. Based on recent annual ERP statistics, the area is projected to experience substantial population growth, placing it in the top quarter of Australian non-metropolitan zones, with an anticipated increase of 2,320 persons by 2041, representing a total expansion of 39.5% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
201 new dwellings have been approved in Maiden Gully over the past five years, an average of 40 a year. That places the area in the 61st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 7 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 22 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 31, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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An average of approximately 40 new dwelling approvals are recorded in Maiden Gully each year, with a total of 201 homes approved across the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, and an additional 29 approved during FY-26. The average anticipated construction cost for these new dwellings is $301,000, and they accommodate an average of 2 new residents per dwelling annually over the 5 financial years from FY-21 to FY-25, indicating solid demand that supports property values. Furthermore, commercial development approvals have reached $7.9 million this financial year, highlighting the residential orientation of the locality.
Maiden Gully exhibits similar per-person development volumes to the Rest of Vic., which helps maintain market stability in line with regional trends, despite a slowdown in building activity in recent times. New construction consists entirely of standalone houses, preserving the classic low-density environment and focusing on family-oriented properties for buyers who value space. The ratio of approximately 216 people per dwelling approval indicates a developing real estate market. Projections indicate that Maiden Gully will add 2,320 residents by 2041, calculated from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate. Current construction levels are matching these growth projections, though incoming residents may face increased competition for properties as the population expands.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Maiden Gully
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Maiden Gully, worth an estimated $190 million. A further 85 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $5.12 billion. 32 are already under construction and 28 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and education & training. 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 planning changes have a significant influence on regional outcomes. AreaSearch has identified 12 active projects expected to impact the local area. Among these, the most relevant developments include the Jobs Gully Road Social Housing Project, Neangar Green Estate, Lansell Square Shopping Centre, and the Chum Street Remediation Project.
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Jobs Gully Road Social Housing Project
Victorian Government social housing project delivering 19 two-storey townhouses at 213-221 Jobs Gully Road in Eaglehawk. The site forms part of Homes Victoria's Virginia Hill precinct under the Big Housing Build. Site clearing works commenced mid-2025 ahead of main construction, with completion targeted for 2027.
Maiden Gully Growth Area
A strategic residential growth corridor designed to accommodate 25% of Bendigo's new housing over 20 years. Key 2026 updates include the progression of the Maiden Gully Urban Design Framework (UDF) for the town centre, and Victorian Government budget funding for the critical Calder Highway and Maiden Gully Road intersection upgrade. Infrastructure works like the 11km Maiden Gully to Marong water and sewer pipeline are nearing completion in late 2026 to support an expected population of 11,600 by 2030.
Neangar Green Estate
Prestigious residential estate comprising 28 titled allotments ranging from 458m2 to 996m2. Features views of Jobs Creek Reserve, established neighborhood with all services available, community-focused building covenants.
Managed Growth Strategy - Long Gully & West Bendigo Area
Part of the City of Greater Bendigo's Managed Growth Strategy adopted in September 2024, identifying land in Long Gully and West Bendigo for infill residential development and potential rezoning to support housing growth in established urban areas with existing infrastructure.
Chum Street Remediation Project
Remediation and healing of Country for a 14-hectare former mining site in Golden Square, Bendigo, significantly degraded from gold mining activities since the 1850s. Delivered by Development Victoria in partnership with Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation (DJAARA), City of Greater Bendigo, and the Environment Protection Authority Victoria. Detailed site investigations commenced in late March 2025 to better understand environmental and geotechnical challenges and to develop a Remediation Action Plan. Works will include remediation of mining-affected soil, capping of historic mineshafts, and rectification and naturalisation of the creek running across the site.Remediation works are scheduled for 2026, subject to change. Future community use of the site is yet to be determined.
Virginia Hill, Bendigo
Part of the Victorian Government's Big Housing Build, this project in the Virginia Hill neighbourhood of Eaglehawk, Bendigo, will deliver 129 modern, accessible and energy-efficient social housing and affordable rental homes in a mix of 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom options, replacing 64 ageing public housing dwellings. At least 5% of homes are fully accessible for people with disabilities. All homes achieve a minimum 7-star NatHERS rating and Silver standard Liveable Housing Australia guidelines. Site clearing and early works commenced November 2025 and are scheduled to run through to August 2026, with main construction starting mid-2026 and full completion expected in 2028.
Poplar Street Townhouse Development
Permit approved 32 lot subdivision with 32 townhouse dwellings on an 8,878 m2 site in the General Residential Zone. Site servicing and ground works appear completed. The parcel is currently for sale with Ray White Bendigo and Savills, seeking a developer to deliver the townhouses.
Bendigo Stadium and Bendigo Showgrounds Redevelopment
Two of the three projects in the Victorian Government's Bendigo Sports Package, delivered by Development Victoria on behalf of Sport and Recreation Victoria under the Regional Sports Infrastructure Program. Construction commenced at both venues in September 2025 and is due for completion in late 2026. At Bendigo Stadium (Red Energy Arena, 91 Inglis Street, West Bendigo), Fairbrother Pty Ltd is delivering a new two-court indoor annex with amenities and a second community entry, accessibility refurbishment of existing courts 9 and 10, an upgrade to the Sky Lounge and tournament office, a solar installation and backup generator, water reuse and energy-efficient systems, and car park and pedestrian access improvements.New 200-lux lighting across the 12 outdoor netball courts was completed and switched on in March 2026, ahead of the Central Victorian Netball Association season. At Bendigo Showgrounds (42-72 Holmes Road, North Bendigo), AW Nicholson is delivering a new multipurpose pavilion and function centre with 500-seat capacity and additional market sites, a re-levelled and resurfaced grass arena with upgraded drainage and new LED light poles relocated to the arena edge, new perimeter and security fencing, upgrades to all four entrances including a new pedestrian entry and ticket box at Gate 1, new asphalt trafficable surfacing for parking and stall areas, and additional seating, lighting and landscaping. The showgrounds component is funded at approximately 19.1 million dollars and remains open to the public throughout construction. Design was led by City Collective with Bendigo-based RMG Civil & Structural Engineers and Trident Building Surveyors. Both venues were originally slated to host 2026 Commonwealth Games events before the Victorian Games program was cancelled in July 2023. Delivery partners include the City of Greater Bendigo, Bendigo Stadium Limited and the Bendigo Agricultural Show Society.
3,234 residents of Maiden Gully are employed, from a labour force of 3,269. Unemployment sits at 1.1%, with participation at 71.0%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,669, about 80% of the resident population, so more people leave the area for work than travel in. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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Maiden Gully is characterized by a skilled labor force with a strong presence in essential services, a very low unemployment rate of 1.1%, and an estimated job growth rate of 0.8% over the past year. In March 2026, there were 3,234 employed residents, and the local unemployment rate was 2.6% lower than the Regional Vic. rate of 3.7%. Labor force participation stands exceptionally high at 71.0%, compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic. Census data indicates that 15.8% of residents worked from home, a figure that may reflect temporary COVID-19 lockdown conditions.
The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and retail trade. The workforce shows a notable concentration in the finance & insurance sector, which has a share of employment 2.4 times higher than the regional average. In contrast, agriculture, forestry & fishing accounts for only 1.8% of local employment, compared to the regional representation of 7.5%. The comparison between the resident workforce and the local working population suggests a limited number of job opportunities within the immediate area. Analysis of SALM and ABS data by AreaSearch shows that during the 12 months leading to March 2026, both employment and the labor force grew by 0.8%, resulting in a stable unemployment rate. Over the same period in Regional Vic., employment declined by 0.1%, the labor force fell by 0.3%, and the unemployment rate dropped by 0.2 percentage points. Further context on future labor demand in Maiden Gully can be found in the May-25 national employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia. These five and ten-year national forecasts have been aligned with the local industry profile to estimate local trends. While nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary across different sectors. Applying these national industry trends to the employment distribution of Maiden Gully suggests local employment could grow by 6.3% over five years and 13.3% over ten years, assuming a basic weighted extrapolation that does not account for local population dynamics.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Maiden Gully is $2,203 a week (about $115,000 a year), with median personal income at $896 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $56,928 a year against an average of $67,261. 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 level ATO statistics released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Maiden Gully SA2 have a median income of $56,928 and an average income of $67,261. These figures align closely with national averages and exceed the Regional Vic. median of $50,954 and average of $62,728. Adjusted for a Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, the estimated income levels as of March 2026 would be roughly $62,404 for the median and $73,732 for the average. In the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Maiden Gully fell near the 72nd percentile nationally.
The largest income cohort comprises 40.3% of the local population (2,365 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, which is comparable to the metropolitan area where 30.3% of the population falls into this bracket. Residents retain 88.9% of their income after meeting housing costs, showing strong purchasing power, while the area's SEIFA index for income is positioned in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Maiden Gully had 1,747 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 99% detached houses and 0% apartments. 56% are owned with a mortgage, 7% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $380 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,690 a month. Rent absorbs 17.2% of household income here and mortgage repayments 17.7%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Data from the latest Census shows that the housing stock in Maiden Gully consists of 98.9% standalone houses and 1.2% other housing types, such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative dwellings. This compares to 90.1% standalone houses and 9.9% other dwellings in Regional Vic. Home ownership in Maiden Gully is slightly lower than the regional average, with 37.0% of homes owned outright, while 55.7% are mortgaged and 7.3% are rented. The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,690 and the median weekly rent of $380 are both higher than the Regional Vic.
averages of $1,430 and $285, respectively. At the national level, mortgage repayments in Maiden Gully are below the Australian median of $1,863, whereas rental costs exceed the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Maiden Gully counted 1,747 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 1,858 today, averaging 3.1 people each. 50% are couples with children, more than in 94% of areas nationally, against 28% couples without children. 11% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households represent the vast majority of households at 87.1%, consisting of couples with children at 49.6%, couples without children at 28.2%, and single-parent households at 8.3%. Non-family households account for the remaining 12.9%, which includes lone-person households at 11.3% and group households at 1.8%. The median household size of 3.1 persons is larger than the average of 2.4 observed across Regional Vic.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
22.1% of adults in Maiden Gully hold a university qualification, including 15.1% with a bachelor degree and 3.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 29.5% hold a vocational qualification. 2 schools serve the area, with 1,745 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,025 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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The locality displays lower levels of tertiary education, with university qualification rates at 22.1% compared to the VIC state average of 33.4%. Among those with tertiary qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.1%, followed by graduate diplomas at 3.6% and postgraduate qualifications at 3.4%. Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 40.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.8% and certificates at 29.5%. Participation in education is high, with 31.9% of the population enrolled in an educational program. This group comprises 13.0% of residents in primary school, 10.0% in secondary school, and 3.0% in tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Maiden Gully reaches 30 stops on 4 routes, timetabled for about 460 services a week. The typical home sits about 340 m from its nearest stop. Households keep an average of 2.3 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport infrastructure in Maiden Gully includes 30 active stops. These stops are served by 4 distinct routes, which accommodate a total of 460 passenger trips per week. Transport access is rated favorably, with residents living an average of 336 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the suburban character of the area, most residents travel outside the suburb for work, with private vehicles remaining the primary mode of travel for 97% of commuters. Household vehicle ownership averages 2.3 cars, exceeding the regional average. Census data from 2021 shows that 15.8% of residents worked from home, a figure that may reflect pandemic-era arrangements.
Public transport services run at an average frequency of 65 trips per day across all routes, which translates to roughly 15 weekly trips at each individual transit stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
70.0% of residents in Maiden Gully report no long-term health condition. 4.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.4 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 rates and the prevalence of chronic illnesses, health indicators in Maiden Gully are close to national benchmarks, showing typical rates of common medical conditions across both younger and older demographics. Private health insurance coverage is slightly higher than the average SA2 region, covering approximately 53% of the population (~3,087 people), compared to 50.5% in Regional Vic. Asthma and arthritis are the most frequently reported medical conditions, affecting 9.6% and 8.1% of residents, respectively. Meanwhile, 70.0% of the population reported having no chronic medical conditions, which is higher than the 63.4% average across Regional Vic.
Health profiles for working-age residents are generally typical. Residents aged 65 and older make up 15.1% of the population (884 people), compared to 23.9% in Regional Vic. The health status of seniors is above average, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Maiden Gully is largely Australian-born, at 94.1% of residents, with 3.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.7%) and Australian (32.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Maiden Gully exhibits a lower level of cultural diversity compared to broader averages, with 94.1% of residents born in Australia, 95.2% holding citizenship, and 96.8% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 48.6% of the population, compared to 47.3% in Regional Vic. In terms of parent country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Maiden Gully are English (33.7%), Australian (32.3%), and Scottish (9.3%). There are minor differences in other backgrounds, with Welsh residents representing 0.6% of the population (compared to 0.4% regionally), Irish at 9.0% (compared to 9.7%), and German at 3.5% (matching the regional average of 3.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Maiden Gully is 37. 23.6% 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 Maiden Gully is 37 years, which is lower than the Regional Vic. average of 43 years and very close to the national median of 38 years. Children aged 5 - 14 are highly represented at 16.1% of the population, while seniors in the 75 - 84 bracket are less common at 4.3% compared to the regional trend. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket has increased from 12.0% to 14.1%, and the 75 to 84 bracket has risen from 3.2% to 4.3%. Conversely, the 5 to 14 cohort declined from 17.8% to 16.1%, and the 0 to 4 group fell from 6.8% to 5.4%.
By 2041, demographic projections suggest the local age structure will change significantly, with the 25 to 34 age bracket expected to grow by 435 people (78%), increasing from 558 to 994.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Maiden Gully
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 | Aug 2026 this month all 3 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 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 — 72 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,518 at the 2021 Census → 5,869 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 (202011023). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.