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Maryborough Surrounds has an estimated 5,714 residents, up from 5,526 at the 2021 Census — a change of 188 people, or 3.4%. Growth has averaged 1.2% a year over five years. Fewer than ten people live on each square kilometre, across a boundary that takes in surrounding rural land. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
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Based on AreaSearch's analysis, the population of Maryborough Surrounds is approximately 5,714 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 188 people (3.4%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 5,526 people. This shift is calculated from the ABS estimated resident population of 5,714 as of June 2025 and 52 validated new addresses registered since the Census date. This population size results in a density ratio of 3.5 persons per square kilometer, which offers residents significant space. The 3.4% growth rate in Maryborough Surrounds since the 2021 census was higher than the SA3 area (2.8%), making it a regional growth leader.
Population growth in the region was mostly driven by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 83.3% of the total population gains in recent times. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, which were published in 2024 using 2022 as the base year. For SA2 areas where these details are missing, AreaSearch applies the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted via a weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 levels. The age group growth rates calculated from these aggregations are also applied across all regions for the years 2032 to 2041. Future population projections using this methodology suggest an overall decline, with the population of the area expected to contract by 220 persons by 2041. Despite this overall trend, some age brackets are expected to grow, particularly the 25 to 34 age group, which is projected to increase by 104 people. See the age section for more details.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
123 new dwellings have been approved in Maryborough Surrounds over the past five years, an average of 24 a year. That places the area in the 55th percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 4 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 20 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 100% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 8, well below that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Approximately 24 new homes have been approved annually in Maryborough Surrounds, with a total of 123 homes approved over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 8 so far during FY-26. Each constructed dwelling has corresponded to an average gain of 2.7 new residents over the last 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), demonstrating solid demand that supports property values, with new homes constructed at an average value of $342,000. Furthermore, $15.0 million in commercial approvals have been documented this financial year, pointing to steady commercial development.
In comparison to Rest of Vic., Maryborough Surrounds displays 14.0% less new development (per person), placing in the 53rd percentile of evaluated areas nationwide. Recent construction has consisted entirely of detached houses, which preserves the traditional low density environment of the area and emphasizes family homes designed for those wanting space. With approximately 301 people per dwelling approval, Maryborough Surrounds exhibits features typical of a low density area. Because the population is anticipated to stay steady or contract, Maryborough Surrounds is likely to experience less pressure on housing, which may offer opportunities for buyers.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Maryborough Surrounds
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 5 current infrastructure and development projects inside Maryborough Surrounds, worth an estimated $163 million. A further 80 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $12.3 billion. 21 are already under construction and 30 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, education & training and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure projects, major planning initiatives, and developments have a major impact on local performance. AreaSearch has identified 17 projects expected to influence the region. Notable projects include the Maryborough and District Hospital Redevelopment, the Central Goldfields Land Use Planning Framework, the Maryborough Central Activity District (MCAD), and the Deledio Recreation Reserve Pavilion (Dunolly Football Netball Club), with the details of the most relevant projects listed below.
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Deledio Recreation Reserve Pavilion (Dunolly Football Netball Club)
Upgrade of the Deledio Recreation Reserve pavilion to deliver modern, accessible community sport facilities. The tender was awarded in April 2026 to MKM Building Group Pty Ltd. The project will replace the 1977 facility with modern change rooms, public amenities, social spaces, and a compliant kitchen, positioned closer to the netball courts. The $3M project is jointly funded by the Federal Government ($1.5M), Victorian Government ($1M), and Central Goldfields Shire Council ($0.5M). Construction is expected to commence in the second half of 2026.
Industrial Employment Precinct
Council-led development of an 18 hectare Industrial 1 zoned employment precinct at Carisbrook. The project includes a development plan, subdivision, site remediation, sewer pump station and supporting infrastructure to unlock more than 80 hectares of surrounding industrial land for future business and employment growth. As of 2026 the project remains in the planning and business case stage while Council continues to seek external funding.
Maryborough and District Hospital Redevelopment
A $115 million transformative health project delivering a new multi-storey hospital tower featuring a 24/7 urgent care centre, 32-bed inpatient unit, maternity unit with two birthing suites, and two operating theatres. The redevelopment also includes a day medical centre for imaging and pathology, 80 additional car spaces, and the restoration of the heritage 1860s hospital facade. The facility enables the hospital to treat an additional 4,000 patients annually.
Tullaroop Road Residential Development
A shovel-ready residential development with planning permits approved for 19 modern two-bedroom dwellings on a 5000+m2 site, featuring landscaped gardens, communal barbecue area, and ample parking. Aimed at addressing the housing shortage in regional Victoria through social and affordable housing.
Central Goldfields Land Use Framework Plan
Strategic land use planning project for Central Goldfields Shire covering Maryborough North, Flagstaff and Carisbrook. Comprises two components: the Maryborough, Carisbrook and Flagstaff Framework Plan (LUFP) identifying areas suitable for future housing and industrial growth, and the Rural Living Zone Review (URLO) assessing subdivision potential of rural living land. Draft plans were released for public consultation in August 2025, informed by a 2020 Population, Housing and Residential Settlement Strategy. Council adopted the Land Use Planning Framework and Urban Residential Land Opportunities documents at its 27 May 2026 meeting; a Planning Scheme Amendment to formally reference the documents is expected to follow.Funded by the Victorian Planning Authority under the Streamlining for Growth program.
Maryborough Municipal Olympic Swimming Pool Upgrade
Renovation and rebuild of the heritage-listed Maryborough Municipal Olympic Pool Complex, the only heritage-listed outdoor Olympic-sized pool operating in regional Victoria. Stage One, completed in December 2024, delivered a full rebuild of the Octagonal Toddlers Pool, pavilion roof and carpentry repairs, and pump room restoration. Stage Two, currently in detailed design (due for completion by 30 October 2026) and fully funded, will replace the intermediate learn-to-swim pool with a new filtration system, balance tank, disability access ramp, a new standalone change room building, pavilion entry and kiosk upgrades, and site services works, with delivery expected across 2026 and 2027.Stage Three, also in detailed design, covers demolition and rebuild of the 50-metre pool, a new concourse, filtration system and connecting footpaths, but remains unfunded, with Council advocating to the Victorian Government for an additional 5 million AUD to proceed. The pool has been closed since 2022 after an independent assessment found the 50-metre pool at end-of-life due to structural cracking and subsidence.
Maryborough Central Activity District (MCAD)
The Maryborough Central Activity District (MCAD) involves significant public sector investment to revitalise key civic anchor sites in Central Maryborough. It aims to leverage these projects to drive public realm improvements, support affordable town-centre housing, and stimulate private sector investment in retail, tourism, hospitality, and services. The project includes re-imagining spaces like the Post Office, courthouse, and Town Hall as a civic square or open plaza, integrating urban infrastructure treatments to enhance walkability and connect key areas such as the Central Goldfields Art Gallery, High Street retail area, and the redeveloped Hospital precinct.The MCAD forms a central component of the Victorian Goldfields UNESCO World Heritage Bid.
Energy Breakthrough Event Infrastructure
Annual renewable energy education event held in Maryborough attracting over 250 teams and 5,000 students from across Victoria and beyond. The November 2025 event requires significant temporary infrastructure and supports STEM education, showcasing Maryborough as a regional education and innovation hub.
2,295 residents of Maryborough Surrounds are employed, from a labour force of 2,462. Unemployment sits at 6.8%, with participation at 49.8%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.4% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 4,944, about 87% 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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Maryborough Surrounds has a balanced workforce distributed between white and blue collar jobs, with significant representation in manufacturing and industrial fields, an unemployment rate of 6.8%, and relatively stable employment figures over the past year. In March 2026, 2,295 residents were employed, and the unemployment rate was 3.1% higher than the Regional Vic. rate of 3.7%, suggesting potential for improvement, while workforce participation is low (49.8% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic.). Census data indicates a low 12.0% of residents worked from home, although this should be viewed in the context of Covid-19 lockdown restrictions.
The primary employment fields for residents are health care & social assistance, manufacturing, and agriculture, forestry & fishing. The area shows a particularly high concentration of manufacturing workers, with employment in this sector at 1.6 times the regional average. Conversely, construction is under-represented, making up only 6.6% of the workforce in Maryborough Surrounds compared to 10.4% in Regional Vic.. The difference between the working population at the Census and the resident population suggests the area offers limited local jobs. Based on AreaSearch's review of SALM and ABS statistics, the labour force grew by 0.4% over the 12-month period, while employment dropped by 0.3%, resulting in a 0.7 percentage point increase in unemployment. In comparison, Regional Vic. saw employment fall by 0.1% and the labour force contract by 0.3%, leading to a 0.2 percentage point decline. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25 offer additional context on future demand in Maryborough Surrounds. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. While national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary greatly across industries. Applying these industry projections to the employment profile of Maryborough Surrounds suggests local employment will increase by 5.4% over five years and 12.2% over ten years (note that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Maryborough Surrounds is $956 a week (about $50,000 a year), with median personal income at $494 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $42,805 a year against an average of $49,291. 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 Maryborough Surrounds SA2 has a median taxpayer income of $42,805 and an average taxpayer income of $49,291, based on the latest postcode level ATO data compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023. These figures are below the national average, contrasting with a median income of $50,954 and an average income of $62,728 in Regional Vic.. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $46,923 (median) and $54,033 (average) as of March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and personal incomes in Maryborough Surrounds place between the 2nd and 3rd percentiles nationally.
The data shows that the weekly income bracket of $400 - 799 includes 31.8% of the community (1,817 individuals), whereas the wider region is led by the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket at 30.3%. The concentration of 42.4% of residents in weekly brackets below $800 highlights economic difficulties for a large portion of the population. Even though housing expenses are low with 89.2% of income retained, the total disposable income ranks in the 5th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Maryborough Surrounds had 2,221 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 96% detached houses and 0% apartments. 34% are owned with a mortgage, 10% rented and 56% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $200 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,046 a month. Rent absorbs 20.9% of household income here and mortgage repayments 25.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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According to the latest Census, the housing stock in Maryborough Surrounds consisted of 96.0% houses and 4.0% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings in Regional Vic.. The home ownership rate in Maryborough Surrounds was much higher than in Regional Vic. at 55.6%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (34.0%) or rented (10.4%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was significantly lower than the Regional Vic. average at $1,046, while the median weekly rent was $200, compared to $1,430 and $285 in Regional Vic..
Nationally, mortgage repayments in Maryborough Surrounds are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are substantially below the national average of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Maryborough Surrounds counted 2,221 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 84% of areas nationally, against 32% couples without children. 34% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.1 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 majority of homes at 63.9%, which includes 20.8% couples with children, 31.6% couples without children, and 10.2% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 36.1%, with single person homes at 34.0% and group homes representing 2.4% of the total. The median household size of 2.2 people is below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.4% of adults in Maryborough Surrounds hold a university qualification, including 8.9% with a bachelor degree and 1.7% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 88% of areas nationally. A further 32.3% hold a vocational qualification. 5 schools serve the area, with 407 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 934 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 region presents low levels of academic attainment, with university qualification rates (12.4%) trailing far behind the VIC average of 33.4%. This highlights a challenge as well as a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 8.9%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.8%) and postgraduate credentials (1.7%). Vocational and technical skills are common, with 42.1% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.8%) and certificates (32.3%). Enrolment in education is quite high, with 25.8% of residents currently studying. This consists of 10.8% in primary school, 8.0% in high school, and 1.9% in tertiary studies.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Maryborough Surrounds means driving: households keep an average of 1.8 vehicles, and scheduled services reach only a handful of stops. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
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Public transport data shows 14 active transport stops in Maryborough Surrounds, which consist of train links. These stops are served by 6 routes that offer 92 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is classified as limited, with residents living an average of 1695 meters from the nearest stop. The region is mostly residential, and 94% of commuting residents travel by car. Households own an average of 1.8 vehicles, which is higher than the regional average. A low 12.0% of residents work from home, based on the 2021 Census, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.
Service frequency averages 13 trips per day across all routes, which is about 6 weekly trips for each stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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55.4% of residents in Maryborough Surrounds report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 88% of areas nationally. 9.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.0% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.3 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 statistics show significant challenges for Maryborough Surrounds, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness rates, with common conditions observed in both younger and older cohorts, and private health coverage is very low at roughly 46% of the population (~2,628 people). This compares to 50.5% in Regional Vic. and a national average of 55.7%. The most common medical conditions reported in the area were arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 13.6 and 10.3% of residents, respectively, while 55.4% of the population reported no chronic conditions compared to 63.4% in Regional Vic..
The working-age population experiences high rates of chronic illness. The area has 30.4% of residents aged 65 and over (1,736 people), which is above the 23.9% recorded in Regional Vic.. Senior health outcomes present challenges, with national rankings higher than those for the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Maryborough Surrounds is largely Australian-born, at 88.7% of residents, with 2.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (35.4%) and Australian (31.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Maryborough Surrounds has low cultural diversity, with citizens making up 88.1% of the population, 88.7% born in Australia, and 97.3% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the main religion, followed by 47.0% of the population. The most prominent overrepresentation is in Judaism, which makes up 0.1% of the local population, compared to 0.1% in Regional Vic.. Regarding ancestry (parental country of birth), the three most common backgrounds in Maryborough Surrounds are English at 35.4%, Australian at 31.3%, and Scottish at 9.8%. There are also notable differences in other groups: Hungarian is overrepresented at 0.4% of Maryborough Surrounds (compared to 0.2% regionally), Dutch at 1.7% (compared to 1.7%) and Irish at 9.3% (compared to 9.7%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Maryborough Surrounds is 52, older than 95% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 17.6% 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 of 52 years in Maryborough Surrounds is much higher than the Regional Vic. average of 43 and the national average of 38. The 55 - 64 age group is over-represented (18.3% locally) compared to the Regional Vic. average, while 25 - 34 year-olds are under-represented (7.3%). The proportion of residents aged 55 - 64 is well above the national rate of 11.2%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age bracket has risen from 8.6% to 10.3% of the population, and the 75 to 84 bracket increased from 8.9% to 10.0%.
On the other hand, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 13.6% to 10.8%. Population projections for 2041 suggest notable demographic shifts for Maryborough Surrounds, with the 25 to 34 cohort expected to grow the most by 23%, adding 96 residents to reach a total of 514. In contrast, the 5 to 14 and 75 to 84 cohorts are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Maryborough Surrounds
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 5 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 52 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (5,526 at the 2021 Census → 5,714 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 (201031017). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.