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Mildura Surrounds has an estimated 3,785 residents, up from 3,726 at the 2021 Census — a change of 59 people, or 1.6%. 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 analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Mildura Surrounds is approximately 3,785 as of May 2026. This represents a gain of 59 individuals (1.6%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 3,726 people. This shift is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population of 3,779 from June 2025 and 13 validated new addresses recorded since the Census. With this population level, the density ratio stands at 0.20 persons per square kilometer, indicating a low-density environment. The 1.6% rise since the 2021 census outpaced the SA4 region (-1.0%) and the SA3 area, establishing the district as a regional growth leader.
The expansion was largely driven by overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 91.4% of the total population increases in recent times. ABS and Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024, using 2022 as the baseline, are adopted by AreaSearch for each SA2 area. For any SA2 locations missing from this dataset, AreaSearch uses the 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections, modified by aggregating LGA growth to SA2 levels using a weighted methodology. Age group growth rates from these aggregations are also applied to all areas for the period from 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic trends, population growth is projected to exceed the median for national non-metropolitan areas, with the region expected to add 575 residents by 2041 according to the most recent annual ERP statistics, which translates to a total increase of 15.0% over the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
31 new dwellings have been approved in Mildura Surrounds over the past five years, an average of 6 a year. That is 1.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 4, 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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An average of approximately 6 new residential approvals are registered annually in Mildura Surrounds, with 31 dwellings approved during the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and 4 recorded so far in FY-26. Because there was an average of 1.4 new residents per year for every home built over those 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25), demand and supply appear to be in equilibrium, resulting in stable market conditions. New dwellings are being constructed at an average value of $411,000, which indicates that developers are targeting the high-end market segment with premium builds.
Furthermore, commercial approvals have reached $88.9 million this financial year, showing substantial local business activity. Compared to the Rest of Vic., Mildura Surrounds displays a very low level of building activity, sitting 68.0% below the regional average per capita. This low rate of new construction typically supports demand and valuations for established properties. This figure is also lower than the national average, reflecting a mature market and highlighting potential constraints on development. Additionally, all new residential builds have consisted of standalone houses, preserving the classic low-density profile of the region and focusing on spacious family homes. The estimate of 1420 residents for every residential approval underscores the quiet and low-volume nature of local development. Demographic projections indicate that Mildura Surrounds will add 569 residents up to 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If construction continues at its current pace, housing supply might not keep up with population growth, which could increase competition among buyers and support upward pressure on prices.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Mildura Surrounds
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 3 current infrastructure and development projects inside Mildura Surrounds, worth an estimated $951 million. A further 72 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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Local infrastructure projects, major works, and planning policies play a critical role in regional performance. AreaSearch has identified a total of 41 projects that are expected to influence the local area. Key initiatives include the Victorian Murray Floodplain Restoration Project, the Nowingi Solar Power Station, the Red Cliffs Solar Farm, and the Sunraysia Water Efficiency Project, with details of the most significant works listed below.
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Victorian Murray Floodplain Restoration Project
A $429 million initiative to restore natural watering cycles to 14,000 hectares of high-value Murray River floodplains across nine sites. As of May 2026, construction has officially commenced at Hattah Lakes North and Vinifera, involving the installation of containment banks and gated regulators to manage water flow. While several sites have progressed to construction or final planning, the Burra Creek site was removed from the program following a negative environmental assessment by the Minister for Planning.
Nowingi Solar Power Station
Edify Energy is developing the Nowingi Solar Power Station in the Loddon Mallee region of north-west Victoria, about 45 km south of Mildura. The project is planned for up to 360 MWp solar photovoltaic generation with an integrated battery energy storage system of up to 300 MW / 2.4 GWh, using DC-coupled hybrid technology and grid-forming inverters. It has received a federal EPBC referral decision as not a controlled action and was awarded a Capacity Investment Scheme agreement in October 2025.Edify says the project is in development phase, will support about 250 construction jobs over an estimated 18 month construction period, and will consider continued sheep grazing on the completed site.
Mildura Motorsports and Community Precinct
A proposed $22 million Stage 1 motorsports and community precinct at Koorlong, near Mildura in regional Victoria. The 547 hectare site will feature a sealed 3km road circuit with expansion potential, a multi-use skid pan (100m x 45m), pits and control tower, office facilities, maintenance and wash-down shed, food and beverage services, and camping facilities. A public/private partnership is required to proceed. The full four-stage master plan has a total estimated value of $80.2 million and is intended to consolidate the region's motorsport clubs into one precinct, supporting vehicle testing, club events, and major competitions across the Sunraysia region.
Red Cliffs Solar Farm
Proposed 71 MW solar photovoltaic project near Red Cliffs in Victoria's Sunraysia region, developed by ACE Power. Publicly available project information indicates the project remains announced or in planning, with battery storage expected but with size and duration not yet confirmed. The project is intended to supply renewable electricity to the National Electricity Market and support renewable energy generation in north-west Victoria.
Sunraysia Water Efficiency Project
The $37.9 million Sunraysia Water Efficiency Project improved irrigation efficiency across the Merbein, Mildura, and Red Cliffs Irrigation Districts through modernization of infrastructure including 27km of channel upgrades (lining and pipeline installation), replacement of 357 Dethridge meters, and upgrade of 325 domestic and stock meters. Completed in 2024, the project recovers 1.8 GL of water annually for environmental purposes in the Murray-Darling Basin, created over 100 local jobs during construction, and delivered a $20 million regional GDP increase.The project was delivered by Lower Murray Water and funded by the Australian Government.
Red Cliffs Early Years Hub
A modern $6 million facility replacing existing kindergarten and Maternal and Child Health buildings, bringing all early years services under one roof for the growing Red Cliffs community. Features include four kindergarten rooms, two Maternal and Child Health and allied health consulting rooms, toy library facilities, multi-use community space, breastfeeding room, large foyer area, upgraded playground, and new outdoor community space.
Mildura Solar Farm
The Mildura Solar Farm is a 110 MW DC utility-scale solar project located near Mildura, Victoria. The facility generates approximately 160,000 MWh of clean renewable electricity annually, sufficient to power around 34,000 homes. The project was delivered by Sante Group as a full-wrap EPC contract and contributes to Victoria's renewable energy targets, providing regional employment and economic benefits during construction and operation.
Sunraysia Modernisation Project 2
Building on the success of the $120 million Sunraysia Modernisation Project, SMP2 utilized existing infrastructure and capacity to create opportunities for the Merbein and Red Cliffs irrigation districts. The project supplied additional water and unlocked 2,000 hectares of additional land for irrigation, ensuring these districts can meet the needs of modern horticulture and remain viable into the future. Construction began in March 2019 and was completed in October 2019, one month ahead of schedule, ready for the 2019/20 irrigation season.The project improved resilience and crop diversification while benefiting existing irrigation customers through cost-efficiency and improved business sustainability.
2,005 residents of Mildura Surrounds are employed, from a labour force of 2,031. Unemployment sits at 1.3%, with participation at 63.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 4.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
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The workforce in Mildura Surrounds is balanced between white and blue collar occupations across a range of industries, and the unemployment rate stands at just 1.3%. As of March 2026, there are 2,005 employed residents, and the unemployment rate is 2.4% lower than the Regional Vic. rate of 3.7%. Participation in the labor force is typical for the region, sitting at 63.5% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic. According to Census data, a moderate 16.6% of residents worked from home, although this figure should be considered in light of Covid-19 pandemic restrictions.
The primary sectors employing local residents are agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and education & training. The region exhibits a strong concentration in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with its share of employment reaching 5.6 times the regional average. Conversely, construction is underrepresented, accounting for 4.3% of employment compared to the regional average of 10.4%. Although there are local jobs available, the ratio of Census working population to the resident population indicates that a significant number of people travel outside the area for employment. AreaSearch's analysis of SALM and ABS statistics shows that during the 12 months ending March 2026, the local labor force contracted by 3.2% and total employment fell by 1.8%, leading to a 1.4 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. Over the same timeframe, Regional Vic. saw employment fall by 0.1% and the labor force contract by 0.3%, with a 0.2 percentage point decrease in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment projections from May-25 can provide additional perspective on prospective demand trends in Mildura Surrounds. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Nationwide employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, but rates vary widely by sector. Applying these industry projections to the employment profile of Mildura Surrounds suggests that local employment would expand by 4.8% over five years and 11.0% over ten years, noting that this is a basic weighted extrapolation for illustration and does not incorporate local population forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Mildura Surrounds is $1,239 a week (about $64,000 a year), with median personal income at $699 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $48,220 a year against an average of $54,365. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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According to the latest postcode-level ATO data released for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Mildura Surrounds SA2 have a median income of $48,220 and an average income of $54,365. These figures sit below national averages, and compare to a median of $50,954 and an average of $62,728 in Regional Vic. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would be roughly $52,859 for the median and $59,595 for the average as of March 2026. Based on the 2021 Census, household, family, and individual incomes in Mildura Surrounds all rank between the 16th and 28th percentiles nationwide.
The income distribution shows that the largest group, comprising 30.0% of local residents (1,135 people), falls into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, which is similar to the metropolitan area where 30.3% are in this bracket. Although housing costs are low, leaving residents with 93.3% of their income, total disposable income ranks in only the 26th percentile nationally.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mildura Surrounds had 1,427 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 0% apartments. 25% are owned with a mortgage, 21% rented and 55% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $150 a week and the median mortgage repayment $900 a month. Rent absorbs 12.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 16.8%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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The mix of housing in Mildura Surrounds at the time of the latest Census consisted of 92.4% standalone houses and 7.5% other housing types (including semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings across Regional Vic. The home ownership rate in Mildura Surrounds was significantly higher than the regional average, standing at 54.5%, with remaining properties being mortgaged (25.0%) or rented (20.5%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area was recorded at $900, which is well below the Regional Vic. average of $1,430, while the median weekly rent was $150, compared to the regional figure of $285.
On a national level, mortgage repayments in Mildura 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
Mildura Surrounds counted 1,427 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.3 people each. 24% are couples with children, against 33% couples without children. 33% of households are people living alone, and families average 2.2 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families make up the majority of households at 64.5%, consisting of couples with children at 23.9%, couples without children at 32.7%, and single parent households at 6.9%. Non-family households account for the remaining 35.5%, with single-person households representing 32.7% and group housing making up 2.9% of the total. The median size of households is 2.3 people, which is slightly below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
13.2% of adults in Mildura Surrounds hold a university qualification, including 10.0% with a bachelor degree and 1.7% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 88% of areas nationally. A further 29.2% hold a vocational qualification. 6 schools serve the area, with 407 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 947 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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Educational challenges exist in the region, with the proportion of residents holding a university qualification (13.2%) falling well below the VIC state average of 33.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 10.0%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.7% and graduate diplomas at 1.5%. Vocational and technical skills are highly represented, with 37.3% of residents aged 15 and over holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.1%) and certificates (29.2%). Engagement in learning is quite high, with 28.8% of the local population currently undertaking formal study.
This student cohort includes 11.5% in primary schools, 9.6% in secondary schools, and 2.0% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Getting around Mildura 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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Analysis of public transport options shows 15 active stops in Mildura Surrounds, which are served by 4 routes that provide a total of 43 passenger trips each week. Transport connection levels are categorized as low, with residents living an average of 3018 meters from their nearest stop. Because it is mostly a residential area, the majority of workers commute outside the district, with cars being the primary mode of travel for 86% of commuters and 10% walking. The average number of vehicles per household is 1.8, which is above the regional average.
In the 2021 Census, 16.6% of residents worked from home, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules. Service frequency across all local routes averages 6 trips per day, which translates to roughly 2 weekly trips for each individual stop.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
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66.9% of residents in Mildura Surrounds report no long-term health condition. 5.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 5.9 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 measures indicate below-average trends in Mildura Surrounds, according to AreaSearch's evaluation of death rates and the occurrence of long-term illnesses, with common conditions being slightly more frequent than average across both young and old cohorts. Additionally, the proportion of residents with private health insurance is very low at roughly 47% of the population (~1,771 people). This is below the 50.5% rate recorded in Regional Vic. and the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical diagnoses in the region are arthritis and asthma, affecting 8.4% and 8.3% of the population, respectively, while 66.9% of residents reported having no chronic medical conditions, compared to 63.4% in Regional Vic.
Among residents of working age, the prevalence of chronic health issues is higher than average. Residents aged 65 and over make up 24.7% of the population (936 people). Seniors in the area display strong health profiles, ranking higher against national benchmarks than the local population as a whole.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Mildura Surrounds is largely Australian-born, at 91.3% of residents, with 5.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are Australian (33.9%) and English (31.6%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Mildura Surrounds shows lower levels of cultural diversity compared to average benchmarks, with citizens making up 84.9% of the population, 91.3% of residents born in Australia, and 94.4% of households speaking only English at home. The predominant religious affiliation is Christianity, representing 48.8% of local residents. The most noticeable variation is in the Other category, which accounts for 1.4% of the population compared to 0.8% across Regional Vic. Regarding family ancestry based on parents' birthplace, the three largest groups in Mildura Surrounds are Australian at 33.9% of the population, English at 31.6%, and Scottish at 8.2%.
There are also distinct variations in other backgrounds, with Samoan backgrounds overrepresented at 1.1% of the population (compared to 0.1% regionally), German at 5.5% (compared to 3.5%), and Croatian at 0.4% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mildura Surrounds is 45, older than 81% of areas nationally. That is 1 year younger than at the 2021 Census. 24.1% 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 Surrounds is 45 years, which is slightly higher than the Regional Vic. median of 43 and noticeably older than the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Vic., the 65 - 74 age bracket is overrepresented at 14.6% of the local population, while the 35 - 44 bracket is underrepresented at 11.0%. This local concentration of 65 - 74 year-olds is higher than the national figure of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 25 to 34 age group has increased from 10.6% to 12.9% of the population, and the 15 to 24 cohort has grown from 9.2% to 11.2%.
Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 group has decreased from 16.5% to 12.4%. Population models indicate that the age profile in Mildura Surrounds will change by 2041, with the 25 to 34 cohort expected to grow by 174 people (36%) from 489 to 664, while the 15 to 24 and 55 to 64 cohorts are projected to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mildura 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 | May 2026 3 months ago all 3 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated May 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 — 13 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (3,726 at the 2021 Census → 3,785 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 (215021398). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.