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Malvern - Glen Iris has an estimated 21,884 residents, up from 20,239 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,645 people, or 8.1%. 840 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Overseas migration accounts for 95.2% of that increase. That puts 3,553 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 AreaSearch, the population of Malvern - Glen Iris stands at approximately 21,884 in Aug 2026. This figure represents a rise of 1,645 individuals, which corresponds to an 8.1% increase over the 2021 Census count of 20,239 residents. The adjustment is derived from the Australian Bureau of Statistics estimate of 21,820 residents recorded in June 2025, combined with 840 newly verified addresses registered after the census date. With a population density of 3,552 people per square kilometer, the area ranks in the top quarter compared to other national locations analyzed by AreaSearch.
The 8.1% expansion since the last census places the locality within 0.1 percentage points of the SA4 regional average of 8.2%, highlighting strong growth characteristics. Recent population expansion has been largely fueled by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 95.2% of the total increase in recent years. Projections published jointly in 2024 by the ABS and Geoscience Australia, utilizing 2022 as their starting baseline, serve as the standard reference for SA2 localities in AreaSearch modeling. Where this series lacks coverage, AreaSearch incorporates the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, converting figures from LGA down to SA2 boundaries via a weighted aggregation technique. Age-specific expansion trajectories calculated through this aggregation are likewise applied across every location from 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, local demographic expansion is anticipated to track slightly under the national statistical area median, gaining 2,402 persons by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP figures, which translates to a cumulative expansion of 10.7% across the 16 years.
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545 new dwellings have been approved in Malvern - Glen Iris over the past five years, an average of 109 a year. That places the area in the 58th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 109 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 17% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building authorisations in Malvern - Glen Iris have tracked at roughly 109 dwellings per annum, reaching a combined 545 homes over the last 5 financial years. Given that approximately 0.7 new residents entered each year for every newly approved home across the last 5 financial years (spanning FY-22 to FY-26), local residential construction has kept pace with or surpassed incoming occupant demand, providing prospective purchasers with broader selection and facilitating population gains that might outstrip baseline forecasts. Furthermore, newly approved residential projects feature an average construction cost of $988,000, underscoring a strong orientation among builders toward high-end residential stock.
In the non-residential sector, $94.8 million worth of commercial building permits have been approved during the current financial year, demonstrating substantial commercial investment across the precinct. Per capita building activity in Malvern - Glen Iris surpasses the wider Greater Melbourne benchmark by 30.0% across the 5 year timeframe, offering ample choice to buyers while reinforcing underlying property asset values. An examination of recent residential building permits indicates that detached dwellings represent 17.0% of activity, whereas multi-unit dwellings such as townhouses and apartments comprise 83.0%. This shift toward medium- and high-density formats provides more attainable housing alternatives suitable for entry-level purchasers, investors, and downsizing owner-occupiers. This contrasts sharply with the established residential landscape (in which standalone houses currently make up 39.0%), highlighting both a scarcity of greenfield sites and growing preference for diverse, cost-effective residential formats. With an approval yield of approximately 257 people per residential approval, the local property market is actively transforming. Demographic projections indicate that Malvern - Glen Iris is slated to expand by 2,338 residents between the current period and 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If building activity maintains its present volume, the delivery of new dwellings should comfortably accommodate incoming housing requirements, establishing supportive conditions for purchasers and potentially facilitating population expansion beyond baseline projections.
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Development applications around Malvern - Glen Iris
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 25 current infrastructure and development projects inside Malvern - Glen Iris, worth an estimated $15.9 billion. A further 175 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $32.2 billion. 46 are already under construction and 70 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, communities, precincts & urban renewal and sports & recreation. 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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Public works, urban planning programs, and major civil projects serve as fundamental drivers of local performance and livability. Across Malvern - Glen Iris, AreaSearch has tracked a total of 53 notable initiatives positioned to influence the area. Prominent undertakings among these comprise the 173 Burke Road Mixed-Use Development, Cabrini Hospital Major Redevelopment, Harold Holt Swim Centre Improvements, and the Glen Iris Village Corner development, with the following directory highlighting the initiatives of greatest significance.
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Glen Iris Village Corner
Mixed-use redevelopment comprising a five-storey building with 60 apartments above a full-line Woolworths supermarket, including six affordable housing apartments, direct-to-boot facilities, and 170 parking spaces. The project received Victorian Government approval through the Development Facilitation Program in October 2024. As of mid-2026 the approved scheme remains subject to ongoing public discussion regarding potential amendments, with the original approval still forming the basis of the project.
Harold Holt Swim Centre Improvements
Multi-stage masterplan for the heritage-listed Harold Holt Swim Centre. Completed works include the dive tower and pool restoration, 50m pool restoration, building management system, boiler replacement and indoor changeroom upgrade. Current works include first-floor walkway strengthening during 2026, with future projects including an accessible ramp, outdoor pool surrounds and grandstand upgrades. Council has also allocated funding for spa upgrades and ongoing aquatic facility renewal.
The Wilmot - 173 Burke Road Mixed-Use Development
Five-storey mixed-use development branded The Wilmot, featuring 60 residential apartments including 10% affordable housing, above a full-line Woolworths supermarket of approximately 4,000 square metres with a six-bay Direct to Boot facility. The project also includes an additional three-storey building at 28 Hope Street. Designed by Cera Stribley, the development targets a 5-star Green Star rating and features artisanal brickwork with inverted arches honouring Glen Iris heritage. A new signalised intersection will be installed at Burke Road and Hope Street, with 290 underground car spaces.Approved under the Victorian Government Development Facilitation Program in October 2024. Currently in pre-construction phase with estimated completion mid-2028.
9 Glentilt Road Townhouse Development
Premium townhouse development comprising 15 luxury residences (14 three-storey and 1 two-storey) featuring 2, 3, and 4-bedroom configurations with average internal area of 200sqm. Designed by renowned Carr Architecture with landscaping by Acre Landscape Architecture Studio. Located within walking distance of Gardiner Train Station in prestigious Glen Iris location.
18-20 Scott Grove Townhouses
A boutique development of 20 contemporary three-bedroom townhouses across three storeys in Glen Iris, designed by Cera Stribley Architects with landscaping by Jack Merlo. Each residence features open-plan layouts connecting indoor and outdoor living, expansive windows, premium finishes, private courtyards with lush greenery, and a double garage. The project delivers luxury suburban living on one of Glen Iris's most sought-after tree-lined streets.
Central Park Residences
Central Park Residences is a luxury 29-dwelling residential apartment development situated opposite Central Park in Malvern East. Jointly developed by Roulston and Moda, the building is designed by Ewert Leaf with landscaped gardens by Jack Merlo. The approved development incorporates sustainable design standards targeting a 7.5-Star NatHERS rating.
Level Crossing Removal Project (Melbourne)
A massive rail infrastructure program removing 110 dangerous and congested level crossings across metropolitan Melbourne by 2032. As of May 2026, over 90 crossings have been removed, including recent works in Newport and Melton. The project includes the construction of new stations, elevated rail bridges, and community open spaces to improve safety and reduce congestion on the rail network.
Adara Residences
Modern residential development featuring contemporary apartment living with quality finishes and amenities. Features VZUG Swiss Kitchen Appliances, Whispair Rangehoods, extra car spaces available, and front apartments with own entrance for enhanced privacy and accessibility.
12,975 residents of Malvern - Glen Iris are employed, from a labour force of 13,361. Unemployment sits at 2.9%, with participation at 70.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.5% 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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A significant proportion of the local workforce holds higher-level credentials, with professional services enjoying substantial representation and the unemployment rate sitting at an exceptionally low 2.9%. In March 2026, 12,975 residents were employed, while the local jobless rate came in 1.9 percentage points lower than the 4.8% recorded across Greater Melbourne, accompanied by a local participation rate that matched the regional benchmark of 70.1%. Census records further reveal that 47.9% of employed persons conducted their duties remotely, an outcome that should nonetheless be viewed alongside the influence of pandemic-era restrictions.
Key industries providing work to residents comprise professional & technical services, health care & social assistance, along with retail trade. The concentration of local workers in professional & technical fields is especially prominent, tracking at 1.7 times the regional incidence. On the other hand, construction represents merely 5.4% of resident employment, trailing the 9.7% observed across Greater Melbourne. Although employment nodes exist within the boundary, a comparison of local Census workforce figures against the resident population base suggests that a substantial volume of residents travel beyond the locality for their jobs. Analysis from AreaSearch using SALM and ABS data indicates that the labour force fell by 0.3% and employment dropped by 0.6% during the year to March 2026, which caused the unemployment rate to increase by 0.2 percentage points. This trend stands in contrast to Greater Melbourne, where employment climbed by 2.1%, the labour force expanded by 2.3%, and unemployment also rose by 0.2 percentage points. Job and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts for Mar-26 provide additional context regarding anticipated future demand in Malvern - Glen Iris. These forecasts span five and ten year intervals and have been overlaid with the local employment profile to project growth trajectories. National employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and by 13.7% over ten years, although sectoral growth rates vary considerably. When these sectoral projections are applied to the employment composition of Malvern - Glen Iris, local employment is expected to rise by 7.5% over five years and by 15.0% over ten years, noting that this calculation relies on a straightforward weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not incorporate localised population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Malvern - Glen Iris is $2,364 a week (about $123,000 a year), with median personal income at $1,264 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $73,300 a year against an average of $135,733. The average runs 85% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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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Taxation records compiled by AreaSearch at the postcode level from the ATO for financial year 2023 place the median taxpayer income in the Malvern - Glen Iris SA2 at $73,300, alongside a mean income of $135,733. These metrics rank among the highest percentiles in Australia, outpacing the Greater Melbourne median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Factoring in an aggregate Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% recorded since financial year 2023, updated estimates as of March 2026 sit at approximately $80,351 for the median and $148,791 for the average. Across the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual earnings placed the district between the 86th and 93rd percentiles across the country.
An analysis of income tiers shows that the $4000+ bracket forms the single largest cohort at 30.9% of residents (representing 6,762 people), diverging from the regional tendency where the $1,500 - 2,999 band ranks highest at 32.8%. With 41.8% of individuals generating weekly earnings above $3,000, the locality demonstrates significant economic affluence. Residential housing obligations account for 14.0% of local income, supporting disposable earnings in the 87th percentile nationally and placing the community in the 10th decile on the SEIFA income index.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Malvern - Glen Iris had 8,338 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 39% detached houses and 42% apartments. 30% are owned with a mortgage, 33% rented and 37% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $410 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,800 a month, a total housing cost higher than 75% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 17.3% of household income here and mortgage repayments 27.3%. 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 most recent Census shows that the housing stock in Malvern - Glen Iris is split between separate houses at 39.2% and attached or multi-unit dwellings at 60.8% (encompassing flats, apartments, and semi-detached properties), diverging from the broader Melbourne metro profile of 67.9% standalone houses and 32.1% alternative dwelling styles. Outright home ownership is notably elevated in Malvern - Glen Iris at 36.9%, comfortably above metropolitan standards, while properties under a mortgage represent 30.4% and tenant-occupied dwellings comprise 32.7%. The typical monthly home loan payment was $2,800, notably higher than the metropolitan benchmark of $2,000, whereas median weekly rents were $410 against the Melbourne metro figure of $390.
Looking at Australia-wide benchmarks, local mortgage commitments noticeably exceed the national median of $1,863, with median rent similarly sitting above the nationwide baseline of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Malvern - Glen Iris counted 8,338 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 9,016 today, averaging 2.3 people each. 28% are couples with children, against 25% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.3 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the majority of domestic living arrangements at 62.5% of total households, consisting of couples with children at 27.9%, two-parent or couple-only households without children at 25.4%, and single-parent arrangements at 7.9%. Non-family living structures account for the remaining 37.5%, dominated by single-person dwellings at 33.4% along with group residences representing 4.1%. The area records an average household occupancy of 2.3 people, which is more compact than the Greater Melbourne norm of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
57.3% of adults in Malvern - Glen Iris hold a university qualification, including 37.0% with a bachelor degree and 15.3% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 95% of areas nationally. A further 7.2% hold a vocational qualification. 9 schools serve the area, with 3,748 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,165 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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Academic credentials among residents of Malvern - Glen Iris outpace broader regional and nationwide standards, as 57.3% of individuals aged 15 and over possess a university tertiary qualification, compared to 33.4% across VIC and 30.4% throughout Australia. This notable educational profile strongly equips the local population for careers in high-skill, knowledge-focused industries. Bachelor-level degrees represent the largest category at 37.0%, with postgraduate degrees comprising 15.3% and graduate diplomas accounting for 5.0%. Technical and trade accreditations make up 17.1% of qualifications held by persons aged 15 and above, divided between advanced diplomas at 9.9% and certificates at 7.2%.
Current participation in schooling and academic programs is elevated, with 29.3% of the resident population actively undertaking structured study. Within this learning cohort, 8.8% are engaged in higher education, 8.0% attend secondary school, and 7.6% are enrolled in primary education.
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Public transport in Malvern - Glen Iris reaches 101 stops on 18 routes, timetabled for about 8,900 services a week. The typical home sits about 180 m from its nearest stop. Trams carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.1 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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An assessment of local public transit indicates 101 active transport stops operating across Malvern - Glen Iris, providing a network of light rail and bus services. These boarding locations are served by 18 distinct transit routes that combine to deliver 8,944 passenger services on a weekly basis. Transit connectivity is rated as outstanding, with residents living an average distance of 175 meters from their nearest transit stop. Reflecting the predominantly residential character of the suburb, outward commuting is common: private vehicles serve as the main mode of travel for 72% of commuters, while 12% travel by train and 6% commute on foot.
Household vehicle ownership stands at an average of 1.1 vehicles per residence, sitting below regional benchmarks. Additionally, 47.9% of working residents performed their duties from home according to the 2021 Census, a figure that may capture prevailing COVID-19 settings. Daily transit frequency averages 1,277 scheduled trips across the local network, generating roughly 88 weekly departures at each individual stop. The accompanying mapping illustrates the 100 transport stops located closest to the geographic midpoint of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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72.6% of residents in Malvern - Glen Iris report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 87% of areas nationally. 4.2% need daily assistance with core activities, and 82.5% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.3 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health and wellness metrics within Malvern - Glen Iris reflect highly positive results across the board, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and chronic condition prevalence, which reveal minimal incidence of standard chronic ailments across every demographic bracket. Furthermore, private healthcare coverage is exceptionally widespread, encompassing approximately 82% of the local population (equivalent to 18,054 people). In comparison, coverage stands at 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and 55.7% across the entire nation. The two most prevalent health concerns recorded locally are mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 7.2% and 7.0% of the community, respectively, whereas 72.6% of residents indicated experiencing no long-term medical conditions, matching the 72.6% benchmark observed across Greater Melbourne.
Working-age cohorts display strong vitality with minimal chronic health burdens. Individuals aged 65 and above represent 20.5% of the local populace (totalling 4,488 people), exceeding the 15.1% share recorded for Greater Melbourne. Health measures for senior citizens are particularly robust, aligning closely with national performance across all age groups.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
27.4% of Malvern - Glen Iris residents were born overseas and 19.8% speak a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (25.1%) and Australian (20.1%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Cultural diversity in Malvern - Glen Iris is noticeably elevated compared to most Australian suburban markets, with 27.4% of residents having been born overseas and 19.8% speaking a primary language other than English in the home. Christianity represents the most widely held religious faith, adhered to by 46.3% of the local population. At the same time, the community displays a marked concentration of Jewish residents, who make up 5.3% of the population compared to just 1.0% across Greater Melbourne as a whole. Looking at parental lineage, the three leading ancestries reported across Malvern - Glen Iris are English at 25.1% (exceeding the 20.1% regional baseline), Australian at 20.1%, and Irish at 9.7%.
In addition, certain specific backgrounds demonstrate noticeable local concentrations relative to regional norms: Polish heritage represents 1.6% of the population (versus 0.8% across the region), Hungarian accounts for 0.5% (against 0.3%), and Russian represents 0.7% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Malvern - Glen Iris is 40. 30.5% 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 age distribution of Malvern - Glen Iris leans noticeably toward mature cohorts. As of August 2026 estimates, 20.5% of the community comprises retirees and senior citizens aged 65 and over, compared with 15.1% across Greater Melbourne, while children and youths aged 0 to 24 represent 26.5% locally against 30.5% across the wider metropolitan area. The median resident age is estimated at 40 years as of August 2026, holding steady from the 2021 Census and remaining 3 years above the Greater Melbourne median of 37 reported at that same Census.
Over the post-Census period, young and middle-aged adults aged 25 to 44 expanded from 27.5% to an estimated 29.7% of all residents. Projections to 2041 suggest older cohorts will account for the bulk of future growth, expanding by 1,557 residents (an increase of 35%) to reach 6,045 people, while younger age categories are anticipated to contract.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Malvern - Glen Iris
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 2 months ago headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 2026 last 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Sep 2026 last month all 25 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 7 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Sep 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Sep 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 840 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (20,239 at the 2021 Census → 21,884 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (208041194). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.