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Manor Lakes - Quandong has an estimated 13,667 residents, up from 10,616 at the 2021 Census — a change of 3,051 people, or 28.7%. Growth has averaged 6.4% a year over five years, faster than 95% of areas nationally. 1,309 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Interstate and internal migration accounts for 40.6% of that increase. That puts 190 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 research by AreaSearch, the population of Manor Lakes - Quandong stands at approximately 13,667 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 3,051 people (28.7%) relative to the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 10,616 people. The change is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 13,667 as of June 2025 alongside an extra 1,309 validated new addresses registered since the Census date. This population size yields a density ratio of 189 persons per square kilometer, offering substantial space per resident and potential capacity for additional expansion.
The 28.7% growth rate in Manor Lakes - Quandong since the 2021 census outstripped the state (9.3%) and the national benchmark, positioning it as a leading growth area in the territory. Expansion was chiefly propelled by interstate migration, which accounted for roughly 40.6% of overall population increases in recent times, though other components including overseas migration and natural growth also made positive contributions. AreaSearch implements ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for individual SA2 zones, published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For SA2 zones lacking this coverage, AreaSearch applies the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted via a weighted aggregation of population expansion from LGA to SA2 levels. Growth rates across age groups derived from these aggregations are also utilized for all locations from years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead to future demographics, exceptional growth placing the district in the top 10 percent of statistical areas nationwide is anticipated, with the locality projected to add 11,634 persons to 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a total increase of 85.1% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
1,545 new dwellings have been approved in Manor Lakes - Quandong over the past five years, an average of 309 a year. That places the area in the 97th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 23 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 229 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 97% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 345, 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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Manor Lakes - Quandong has seen approximately 309 dwellings obtain building approval annually, with 1,545 homes approved during the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 317 to date in FY-26. An average of 2.4 people per year relocated to the district for each new dwelling built over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), pointing to strong demand that is likely to bolster property values, while new dwellings are being constructed at a mean value of $278,000—under the regional norm—pointing to more economical housing alternatives for purchasers.
Relative to Greater Melbourne, Manor Lakes - Quandong logs 75.0% more new home approvals (per person), which should offer buyers plenty of options. This rate is far higher than the national figure, indicating robust developer trust in the area. New construction consists of 97.0% detached houses and 3.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the traditional low-density profile of the area with an emphasis on family residences that appeal to buyers wanting space. With approximately 36 people per dwelling approval, Manor Lakes - Quandong displays typical characteristics of a developing growth corridor. Demographic projections indicate that Manor Lakes - Quandong will add 11,634 residents through to 2041 (starting from the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Current construction volumes appear to match future demands, keeping market conditions balanced without placing major pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Manor Lakes - Quandong
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 12 current infrastructure and development projects inside Manor Lakes - Quandong, worth an estimated $2.76 billion. A further 79 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $47 billion. 42 are already under construction and 36 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and transport & logistics. 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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An area's performance is heavily guided by updates to local infrastructure, major developments, and urban planning schemes. In total, 23 projects have been identified by AreaSearch as having a potential impact on the locality. Major developments include Manor Lakes Park Hub - Bunnings & Retail Precinct, Manor Lakes Central Bunnings Expansion, Manor Lakes Estate Development, and Parkbrook, with the list below highlighting the most relevant ones.
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Manor Lakes Park Hub
A 35,000 sqm large format retail precinct adjacent to Manor Lakes Central and Wyndham Vale Train Station. Stage 1, anchored by a 13,500 sqm Bunnings Warehouse, opened in November 2025. Stage 2 construction is underway, adding an Ampol service station, Petstock, Supercheap Auto, Nando's, and Oporto, with full completion expected in late 2026. The precinct is set to generate over 350 local jobs.
The Ballan Road Collection
The Ballan Road Collection is a 21,437sqm mixed-use development site located in the Manor Lakes retail precinct, Wyndham Vale. Benefiting from a 305m main road frontage, it is suitable for Large Format Retail, Specialty Retail, Fuel, QSR, and Social Infrastructure. 440 Ballan Road is sold, while 2 Hirata Blvd and 462 Ballan Road remain available.
Parkbrook
Masterplanned house and land estate by Central Equity in Wyndham Vale/Manor Lakes. Stages 1 to 7 are completed with titled lots available; Stage 8 is under construction and selling now, and Stage 9 is a new release with titles targeted for early 2026. Estate features significant open space including parks, sports fields, wetlands and a conservation reserve, with walking and cycling links to nearby schools, transport and shops.
Manor Lakes Estate Development
Master-planned residential estate by Dennis Family Corporation across 750 hectares, projected to comprise over 8,500 lots. As of November 2025, construction continues in 'The Village' neighbourhood, including stages 204 and 205, alongside the completion of The Village Wetlands. The new Manor Lakes Park Hub also recently celebrated the opening of a Bunnings Warehouse in November 2025.
Windermere Estate
A 363-hectare masterplanned community located in Mambourin. The $1.6 billion development is set to deliver over 4,700 homes for an estimated 15,000 residents. The estate features 50 hectares of parklands, four proposed schools, a retail town centre, and extensive sports and recreational facilities.
The Village Wetlands
Stage 190 wetlands development by Dennis Family Corporation in The Village neighbourhood featuring environmental conservation, stormwater management, walking paths and native vegetation.
771 Ballan Road Townhouses
Townhouse infill within the Manor Lakes estate delivering multiple attached dwellings at 771 Ballan Road. A recent planning application (WYP14893/24) to subdivide land and construct two or more dwellings has been lodged with Wyndham City Council. Manor Lakes is developed by Dennis Family Corporation with DFC (Project Management) Pty Ltd as project manager.
Manor Lakes Display Village
New display village by Dennis Family Corporation featuring display homes from Carlisle Homes, Mimosa Homes and Dennis Family Homes showcasing latest designs and building standards.
7,042 residents of Manor Lakes - Quandong are employed, from a labour force of 7,432. Unemployment sits at 5.2%, with participation at 77.4%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 7.0% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth, so in an area growing as fast as this one it understates the likely rise in local jobs. The working-day population is estimated at 10,611, about 78% 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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Manor Lakes - Quandong has an exceptionally well-educated workforce, with the technology industry showing particularly strong representation, an unemployment rate of 5.2%, and 1.7% in estimated employment growth over the past year. As of March 2026, 7,042 residents are employed, which is an unemployment rate 0.5% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, while labour force participation is exceptionally high (77.4% compared to 70.2% in Greater Melbourne). Census data indicates that a high 38.4% of residents worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be kept in mind.
The primary employment fields for residents are professional & technical, health care & social assistance, and finance & insurance. The locality displays a strong job specialization in finance & insurance, with a representation rate 2.1 times the regional average. Conversely, construction employs only 6.1% of the local workforce, which is lower than the Greater Melbourne share of 9.7%. The district appears to provide relatively few jobs locally, as shown by the balance of Census working population compared to resident population. According to AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, over the 12 months to March 2026, employment grew by 1.7% while the labour force expanded by 1.9%, leading to an unemployment rate increase of 0.2 percentage points. In comparison, Greater Melbourne registered employment growth of 2.1%, labour force expansion of 2.3%, and an unemployment rise of 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offer additional context on future labor needs in Manor Lakes - Quandong. These forecasts, spanning five and ten-year horizons, have been applied to the local workforce distribution to project growth trends. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, trends vary widely by sector. Projecting these industry-specific trends onto the employment structure of Manor Lakes - Quandong suggests local employment should rise by 7.0% over five years and 14.0% over ten years (note this is a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Manor Lakes - Quandong is $2,309 a week (about $120,000 a year), with median personal income at $970 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,089 a year against an average of $65,722. 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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The Manor Lakes - Quandong SA2 has an income level slightly below the national standard, according to the most recent ATO figures aggregated by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. The median income among taxpayers in the Manor Lakes - Quandong SA2 is $57,089 and the average income is $65,722, compared to Greater Melbourne averages of $57,688 and $75,164 respectively. Adjusting for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current projections suggest figures of approximately $62,581 (median) and $72,044 (average) as of March 2026. Census records show household, family, and personal incomes all place highly for Manor Lakes - Quandong, landing between the 75th and 83rd percentiles nationally.
Income distribution shows the largest group contains 44.3% of residents (6,054 people) earning in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to the broader metropolitan area where this group accounts for 32.8%. High-income earners represent a notable segment, with 31.4% earning over $3,000 weekly, pointing to solid purchasing power in the area. High housing costs take up 17.1% of income, yet strong earnings keep disposable income at the 81st percentile, and the SEIFA income score for the area sits in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Manor Lakes - Quandong had 3,116 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 0% apartments. 66% are owned with a mortgage, 27% rented and 6% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $361 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,930 a month, a total housing cost higher than 91% of areas nationally. Rent absorbs 15.6% of household income here and mortgage repayments 19.3%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential structure in Manor Lakes - Quandong at the time of the latest Census consisted of 94.8% standalone houses and 5.2% other housing types (semi-detached, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to Melbourne metro's mix of 67.9% houses and 32.1% other dwellings. The home ownership rate in Manor Lakes - Quandong lagged behind Melbourne metro at 6.4%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (66.4%) or rented (27.3%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the locality was below the metropolitan Melbourne average at $1,930, while the median weekly rent stood at $361, compared to Melbourne metro figures of $2,000 and $390.
Across the nation, mortgage repayments in Manor Lakes - Quandong are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rent costs are below the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Manor Lakes - Quandong counted 3,116 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 4,012 today, averaging 3.3 people each. 59% are couples with children, more than in 98% of areas nationally, against 18% couples without children. 8% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.4 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Family households make up the vast majority at 89.3% of all households, consisting of 59.2% couples with children, 17.9% couples without children, and 10.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 10.7%, with single person homes at 8.4% and group households representing 2.4% of the total. The median household size of 3.3 people is larger than the Greater Melbourne norm of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
46.8% of adults in Manor Lakes - Quandong hold a university qualification, including 27.9% with a bachelor degree and 16.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 78% of areas nationally. A further 15.2% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 3,930 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,047 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 achievement in Manor Lakes - Quandong is notably higher than general averages, with 46.8% of residents aged 15+ holding university degrees, compared to 30.4% in Australia and 32.0% in the SA4 region. This high concentration of tertiary education positions the area well for professional and knowledge-based careers. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 27.9%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (16.0%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational and technical skills are also well represented, with 25.8% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (10.6%) and certificates (15.2%).
Participation in study is high, with 36.8% of the local population currently enrolled in education. This proportion comprises 14.8% in primary school, 8.4% in high school, and 4.6% undertaking tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Manor Lakes - Quandong reaches 14 stops on 2 routes, timetabled for about 540 services a week. The typical home sits about 460 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles. Stop and service counts are built from operators' published GTFS timetables and refresh with each timetable release; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Analysis of transit options shows 14 active stops operating in Manor Lakes - Quandong, consisting of bus services. These stops are served by 2 separate routes, which provide 539 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is classified as moderate, with residents living an average of 464 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is mainly a residential suburb, most workers commute out of the area, with cars being the primary mode of travel at 74% and trains at 20%. Households own an average of 1.2 vehicles. A significant 38.4% of residents work from home (based on the 2021 Census, which may show the influence of pandemic restrictions).
Transit service frequency averages 77 journeys per day across the network, which equates to roughly 38 weekly trips per active stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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81.8% of residents in Manor Lakes - Quandong report no long-term health condition. 3.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 51.9% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators show positive outcomes for the population of Manor Lakes - Quandong, with AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality indices and medical conditions showing findings that match national standards, and the frequency of common illnesses remains low in the general population, although it is higher than the national norm among older, vulnerable groups, while the rate of private health insurance is slightly below the SA2 average at about 52% of the population (~7,093 people). This compares to 56.7% for Greater Melbourne overall. The most frequent medical diagnoses in the district were asthma and mental health concerns, affecting 6.5 and 5.6% of residents, respectively, while 81.8% reported having no chronic medical conditions compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
The area has 4.2% of its population aged 65 and over (574 people), which is lower than the 15.0% average for Greater Melbourne. Health statistics for senior citizens show some areas of concern, though they rank lower nationally than the rest of the local cohort.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
55.9% of Manor Lakes - Quandong residents were born overseas and 58.5% speak a language other than English at home, more culturally diverse than 94% of areas nationally. The largest reported ancestries are Indian (24.0%) and Australian (13.0%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Manor Lakes - Quandong ranks as one of the most multicultural localities in Australia, with 58.5% of the community speaking a language other than English at home and 55.9% born outside of Australia. The primary religion recorded in Manor Lakes - Quandong was Christianity, representing 33.0% of the population. The most prominent statistical variance was in Hinduism, which represents 28.4% of the population, vastly exceeding the Greater Melbourne average of 4.4%. Regarding ancestry (based on parents' country of birth), the primary groups in Manor Lakes - Quandong are Other, representing 25.7% of the population, which is much higher than the regional benchmark of 14.6%, Indian at 24.0% of the population, which is significantly higher than the regional average of 4.2%, and Australian at 13.0% of the population, which is notably below the regional average of 18.4%.
There are also major variances in other backgrounds: Filipino is highly represented at 4.4% of Manor Lakes - Quandong (compared to 1.3% regionally), Sri Lankan at 0.8% (compared to 0.8%) and Maori at 1.2% (compared to 0.3%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Manor Lakes - Quandong is 32, younger than 95% of areas nationally. That is 1 year older than at the 2021 Census. 25.6% 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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With a median age of 32 years, Manor Lakes - Quandong's population is considerably younger than the Greater Melbourne average of 37 and also lower than the 38-year national average. Compared to Greater Melbourne, Manor Lakes - Quandong has a higher proportion of 35 - 44 year-old residents (24.8%) but fewer people aged 55 - 64 (4.8%). The concentration of 35 - 44 year-olds is well above the national figure of 14.3%. Since the 2021 Census, the 45 to 54 cohort has increased from 8.8% to 10.9% of the population, and the 15 to 24 group has risen from 10.1% to 11.7%.
Conversely, the 25 to 34 age group dropped from 18.7% to 13.9% and the 0 to 4 demographic fell from 11.0% to 9.9%. Modeling indicates that Manor Lakes - Quandong's age structure will change significantly by 2041, with the 45 to 54 age bracket showing the highest projected increase of 147%, gaining 2,197 residents to reach 3,690.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Manor Lakes - Quandong
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 12 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 — 1,309 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (10,616 at the 2021 Census → 13,667 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 (213051579). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.