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Mildura - North has an estimated 17,762 residents, down from 18,027 at the 2021 Census — a change of 265 people, or 1.5%. The population has thinned by an average 0.9% a year over five years, slower than 96% of areas nationally. That puts 707 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 conducted by AreaSearch, the resident count of Mildura - North stands at approximately 17,762 as of May 2026. This represents a contraction of 265 individuals (1.5%) from the 2021 Census, which documented 18,027 residents. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 17,730 from June 2025 combined with 98 validated new addresses registered after the Census date. This headcount translates to a population density of 707 persons per square kilometer, a figure that aligns closely with typical densities across comparative areas analyzed by AreaSearch.
The 1.5% reduction in Mildura - North since the census matches regional trends closely, differing by only 0.5 percentage points from the broader SA4 region (-1.0%) and pointing to uniform population patterns across the district. Recent population additions were mostly driven by overseas migration, which made up roughly 86.0% of the total demographic growth. For each SA2 boundary, AreaSearch incorporates population projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024, utilizing 2022 as the baseline. In cases where specific SA2 areas are omitted, projections from the VIC State Government's 2023 release are applied, using a weighted aggregation method to translate population increases from the LGA scale to SA2 levels. The age structure growth patterns derived from these aggregations are also projected forward for the period from 2032 to 2041. Based on these demographic forecasts, the locality is expected to grow at a pace exceeding the median for non-metropolitan Australia, with projections indicating an addition of 3,735 residents by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing a 20.8% expansion over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
226 new dwellings have been approved in Mildura - North over the past five years, an average of 45 a year. That is 2.5 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 30 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 67% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 86, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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An average of approximately 45 residential approvals are issued annually in Mildura - North, representing a total of 226 dwelling approvals over the previous 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 79 registered during the current FY-26 period. Given the recent trajectory of population decline, this construction volume is relatively appropriate, which benefits prospective buyers, with new residential projects averaging a build cost of $274,000. Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $36.5 million during this financial year, demonstrating active investment by local businesses. Compared to the Rest of Vic.
region, residential construction in Mildura - North is notably lower, sitting at 52.0% below the regional per capita average. This constrained pipeline of new properties tends to bolster demand and support values for existing homes. The building rate is similarly depressed when compared to national benchmarks, showing a mature local market and hinting at potential regulatory or physical constraints on development. Newly approved projects consist of 67.0% detached houses and 33.0% attached dwellings, indicating a growing availability of medium-density formats that diversify options across different price levels, ranging from conventional family residences to cheaper compact units. The ratio of 641 people for every residential approval highlights a quiet development landscape with low building volumes. Long-term forecasts suggest Mildura - North will see an increase of 3,691 residents by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If building activity remains at its current pace, the supply of new housing may not keep up with demographic growth, which will likely heighten competition among buyers and support upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Mildura - North
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Mildura - North, worth an estimated $284 million. A further 69 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $31.8 billion. 20 are already under construction and 23 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans energy, residential development and communities, precincts & urban renewal. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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An area's growth and performance are heavily shaped by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and urban planning schemes. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 14 projects expected to influence the local area. Prominent developments include Stage 2 of the Mildura Riverfront Redevelopment, the Mildura CBD Revitalisation Project, the Mildura Passenger Rail Return, and the Big Housing Build - Social Housing Projects, with the primary details of these key initiatives listed below.
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Mildura Riverfront Redevelopment - Stage 2
The Mildura Riverfront Redevelopment Stage 2 focuses on the revitalisation of the Powerhouse Precinct. This major project involves the transformation of the historic Powerhouse building into a multi-use cultural and commercial hub, the creation of a new bespoke playground, a bitumen pump track, and extensive landscaping. The goal is to strengthen the connection between the Mildura CBD and the riverfront, enhancing the area as a key tourism and community destination.
Mildura CBD Revitalisation Project
Comprehensive multi-stage project to revitalise and transform Mildura's Central Business District. Key components include the Feast Street Upgrade with shared street design and dining arbour structures, Langtree Mall placemaking initiatives with grassed areas, lighting and misters, economic feasibility studies, connectivity improvements, and public realm enhancements. The project aims to deliver economic revitalisation, improve access and connectivity, and create a more vibrant, people-oriented centre for community life supported by sustainable economic growth.
Mildura Passenger Rail Return
Long-running advocacy and planning initiative to reinstate passenger rail services between Mildura and Melbourne, restoring a connection that ended in 1993. Mildura remains the largest Victorian regional centre without a passenger rail link. The current focus, as of 2026, has shifted to a staged 'Rails to Recovery' concept circulated by the Rail Revival Alliance Victoria, proposing a standard-gauge locomotive-hauled shuttle between Mildura and Maryborough, connecting with the existing V/Line VLocity service to Melbourne via Ballarat.Two active Victorian Parliament petitions are pushing for the trial: a Legislative Assembly e-petition closing 10 May 2026 and Legislative Council Petition #730 closing 28 February 2026. Mildura MP Jade Benham has renewed parliamentary calls and is meeting rail stakeholders to identify practical pathways. Mildura Rural City Council continues to advocate for the project under its Mildura Future Ready strategy. Significant infrastructure considerations remain, including upgrades at around 145 level crossings, rolling stock provisioning, and operating model. The Victorian Government has not committed funding for delivery as of early 2026.
Big Housing Build - Social Housing Projects
Part of Victoria's Big Housing Build program, delivering new social housing units in Mildura to provide secure, affordable accommodation for vulnerable community members and reduce housing waiting lists. Includes partnerships with MASP and CatholicCare Victoria to build modern, climate-appropriate homes.
Mildura Base Public Hospital Intensive Care Unit Expansion
A $2.48 million expansion of the intensive care unit at Mildura Base Public Hospital, which increased the number of intensive care beds from five to eight and added two short-stay beds. The project involved reconfiguring and upgrading existing rooms to enhance high-quality coronary care capacity, improve patient flow, and reduce waiting times for the Mildura community.
Trail of Lights
A collaborative art installation by internationally renowned artist Bruce Munro featuring 12,500 illuminated firefly lights and 22 Gone Fishing sculptures on Lock Island. This transcendent experience merges art with the natural environment of the Murray River, creating a space for contemplation and reflection. Operating Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, the installation attracts visitors to experience this otherworldly lightscape after sunset.
Mildura South Neighbourhood Activity Centre
Approved $150 million mixed-use neighbourhood activity centre comprising four distinct precincts: commercial (supermarket, specialty shops, health services, hospitality), residential (medium density housing), community (hub, childcare, recreation facilities) and village green (public open space, community garden). The 8-hectare development will serve up to 10,000 residents in the growing Mildura South corridor over the next 10 years.
Limpidi Estate
A six-stage house and land estate in Mildura developed by Fisher Developments. Stage 6 is the final stage, with lots ranging from approximately 555m2 to 917m2 now on the market. Titles were expected imminently as of early 2025, with all services connected. The estate is located close to the 15th Street Shopping Precinct and other local amenities.
8,431 residents of Mildura - North are employed, from a labour force of 8,725. Unemployment sits at 3.4%, with participation at 59.1%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.2% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 19,606, about 110% of the resident population, so the area draws in more workers than it sends out. 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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The local workforce in Mildura - North is characterized by strong skill levels, particularly in key service industries, alongside an unemployment rate of just 3.4%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 8,431, with the local unemployment rate sitting 0.3% below the Regional Vic. average of 3.7%, while the participation rate is slightly depressed at 59.1% relative to the Regional Vic. baseline of 61.1%. Data from the Census indicates a modest 8.1% of the workforce operated from home, though this figure should be interpreted alongside the context of pandemic lockdown restrictions.
The major employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and education & training. The area exhibits a notable concentration of jobs in accommodation & food, where the employment proportion is 1.3 times the regional average. Conversely, construction jobs are less common locally, representing 7.5% of the workforce in Mildura - North compared to 10.4% across Regional Vic. The presence of 0.7 jobs for every local resident at the Census indicates a higher than average availability of employment opportunities in the immediate area. Based on analysis of SALM and ABS statistics by AreaSearch, the year ending March 2026 saw a 3.5% contraction in the labour force alongside a 0.6% drop in employment, which lowered the unemployment rate by 2.9 percentage points. Over the same timeframe, Regional Vic. recorded a 0.1% decrease in employment and a 0.3% reduction in the workforce, leading to a 0.2 percentage point decrease in unemployment. National employment forecasts released by Jobs and Skills Australia in May-25 provide a framework for assessing future labor demand in Mildura - North. These five and ten-year forecasts are applied to the local workforce structure to model future growth trends. Nationally, employment is projected to rise by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though these growth trajectories vary widely by industry. Applying these sectoral forecasts directly to the employment composition of Mildura - North indicates local job numbers could rise by 6.2% over five years and 13.1% over ten years, noting this is a basic weighted projection for illustration that does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Mildura - North is $1,210 a week (about $63,000 a year), with median personal income at $663 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,928 a year against an average of $55,138. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to AreaSearch's aggregation of postcode-level ATO statistics for the 2023 financial year, Mildura - North SA2 recorded a median individual taxpayer income of $46,928 and an average income of $55,138. These figures sit below national averages, in contrast to Regional Vic. where the median is $50,954 and the average is $62,728. Incorporating Wage Price Index inflation of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates as of March 2026 would stand at roughly $51,442 for the median and $60,442 for the average. Census records indicate that household, family, and individual incomes in Mildura - North are situated between the 14th and 21st percentiles nationally.
Income distribution figures show that 28.1% of residents (representing 4,991 people) earn within the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, which aligns with the broader regional pattern where 30.3% of the population fall into this group. Affordability pressures are quite pronounced, with residents retaining only 84.8% of their income after housing costs, placing the area in the 15th percentile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mildura - North had 7,116 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 78% detached houses and 8% apartments. 27% are owned with a mortgage, 44% rented and 30% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $260 a week and the median mortgage repayment $1,148 a month. Rent absorbs 21.5% of household income here and mortgage repayments 21.9%. 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 composition of residential properties in Mildura - North was 77.8% detached houses and 22.2% other types of housing, including semi-detached options, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to Regional Vic. where houses represent 90.1% and other structures make up 9.9%. Home ownership rates in Mildura - North lagged behind the regional average at 29.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (26.7%) or tenants renting their home (43.6%). The median mortgage payment in the area was significantly lower than the Regional Vic.
norm at $1,148 per month, while the median weekly rental cost was $260, compared to regional averages of $1,430 and $285 respectively. On a national scale, mortgage commitments in Mildura - North are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs are also well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mildura - North counted 7,116 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 21% are couples with children, fewer than in 85% of areas nationally, against 25% couples without children. 34% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families represent the majority of local households at 61.6%, which consists of couples with children at 20.6%, couples without children at 24.7%, and single parent households at 14.9%. Non-family households account for the remaining 38.4% of homes, consisting of single-person households at 33.9% and group living arrangements at 4.5%. The median size of local households is 2.3 individuals, which is slightly lower than the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
17.6% of adults in Mildura - North hold a university qualification, including 12.1% with a bachelor degree and 3.1% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 26.4% hold a vocational qualification. 10 schools serve the area, with 3,024 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 956 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 several educational challenges, with the proportion of residents holding university qualifications (17.6%) falling far short of the VIC average of 33.4%. This gap highlights both an area of need and a chance to implement focused educational programs. Among tertiary qualifications, bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 3.1% and graduate diplomas at 2.4%. Vocational and technical training is highly represented, with 36.6% of the population aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (10.2%) and certificate level courses (26.4%). A high level of educational enrollment is recorded locally, with 29.1% of the population participating in some form of study.
This cohort is composed of 10.4% in primary schools, 8.1% in secondary schools, and 2.5% undertaking higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Mildura - North reaches 156 stops on 24 routes, timetabled for about 590 services a week. The typical home sits about 250 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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An assessment of the local transport network shows 156 active transit stops operating within Mildura - North, comprising a combination of bus and train options. These stops are served by 24 distinct routes, which provide a total of 588 passenger trips each week. Transport connection is rated as favorable, with residents generally living within 250 meters of their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers travel outside the area for employment, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 92% and walking accounting for 5%.
Dwelling vehicle ownership averages 1.2, which is lower than regional figures. A relatively small 8.1% of workers performed their jobs from home, as recorded in the 2021 Census, which may be influenced by pandemic conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 84 trips per day, which translates to roughly 3 weekly trips per individual stop. The associated map displays the 100 closest transit stops relative to the center of the area.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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63.6% of residents in Mildura - North report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 89% of areas nationally. 8.5% need daily assistance with core activities, and 47.4% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 7.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality patterns and the occurrence of chronic illnesses, Mildura - North faces notable health hurdles, with common medical issues prevalent among both younger and older residents, while the proportion of the population with private health insurance is particularly low at about 47% (~8,419 people). This is below the Regional Vic. rate of 50.5% and the national average of 55.7%. Mental health conditions and asthma are the most common diagnoses in the area, affecting 10.1% and 9.2% of the population respectively, whereas 63.6% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% across Regional Vic.
The working-age cohort has elevated rates of chronic illness, presenting clear healthcare challenges. Residents aged 65 and over make up 19.5% of the local population (3,467 people), which is lower than the 23.9% recorded in Regional Vic. However, health outcomes for these older residents show notable difficulties, with national comparisons ranking lower than the general population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Mildura - North is largely Australian-born, at 81.7% of residents, with 16.2% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.4%) and Australian (27.2%). 4.9% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Mildura - North displays higher levels of cultural diversity than typical, with 18.3% of the local population born outside of Australia and 16.2% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the primary religious affiliation in the area, accounting for 44.0% of the population. A notable divergence from regional norms is seen in the Buddhist population, which represents 3.1% of residents compared to 1.0% across Regional Vic. With respect to parent country of birth, the three most common ancestries in Mildura - North are English at 28.4%, Australian at 27.2%, and Other backgrounds at 8.9%.
Significant differences exist in the concentration of other ethnic backgrounds, with Australian Aboriginal ancestry notably higher at 4.9% of the population (compared to 1.4% across the region), Vietnamese backgrounds at 0.9% (compared to 0.2% regionally), and German ancestry at 3.9% (compared to 3.5%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mildura - North is 38. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 28.7% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age in Mildura - North is 38, which is lower than the Regional Vic. median of 43 but matches the Australian average of 38. The 25 - 34 age bracket is highly represented locally at 16.6% compared to Regional Vic., while the 65 - 74 age group is less common at 10.2%. Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 25 to 34 increased from 15.2% to 16.6%, and the 35 to 44 cohort grew from 11.6% to 12.8%. On the other hand, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 11.9% to 10.5%, and children aged 5 to 14 decreased from 11.9% to 10.6% of the population.
Demographic forecasts suggest the age profile of Mildura - North will shift considerably by 2041. Leading this change, the 25 to 34 cohort is projected to expand by 28% (representing 823 individuals), growing from 2,953 to 3,777. The 15 to 24 cohort is forecast to see a much smaller increase of 1%, adding just 23 residents.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mildura - North
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 | Jun 2026 2 months ago all 6 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 Jun 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 — 98 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (18,027 at the 2021 Census → 17,762 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 (215021469). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.