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Montmorency - Briar Hill has an estimated 17,074 residents, up from 16,539 at the 2021 Census — a change of 535 people, or 3.2%. 140 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. That puts 1,419 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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AreaSearch evaluations indicate that the resident count of Montmorency - Briar Hill stands at approximately 17,074 as of Aug 2026. This represents an addition of 535 people (3.2%) compared to the 16,539 people counted in the 2021 Census. Such movement is calculated using the ABS estimated resident population figure of 17,042 as of June 2025 alongside 140 validated new addresses identified following the Census. The local population density reaches 1,419 persons per square kilometer, which outpaces the typical national figure across locations evaluated by AreaSearch. In addition, the 3.2% post-census increase sits within 2.4 percentage points of the broader SA3 area (5.6%), reflecting solid demographic performance.
Overseas migration served as the principal driver of this expansion, accounting for roughly 68.5% of overall population additions over recent timeframes. Projections for SA2 districts applied by AreaSearch draw on ABS/Geoscience Australia datasets published in 2024 using 2022 as their benchmark. Wherever SA2 territories lack direct figures, 2023 VIC State Government Regional/LGA projections are incorporated via weighted aggregation of population changes from LGA down to SA2 boundaries. Age-bracket growth rates determined through this method are likewise utilized across all geographies for 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, demographic forecasts place the district among the top quartile nationwide for expansion, projecting an increase of 5,945 persons to 2041 according to recent annual ERP data, which equates to an overall rise of 34.6% across the 16 years.
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229 new dwellings have been approved in Montmorency - Briar Hill over the past five years, an average of 45 a year. That is 2.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 46 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 63% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Residential building approvals in Montmorency - Briar Hill have averaged roughly 45 new dwellings per year, accumulating to 229 homes across the last 5 financial years. With an inflow rate of only 0.6 new residents per year per approved residence over the past 5 financial years (between FY-22 and FY-26), local housing output is keeping pace with or outstripping demand, expanding choices for buyers and accommodating demographic growth beyond current estimates. The mean construction value per new residence stands at $702,000, signaling a clear builder preference for premium, high-end residential stock.
Furthermore, commercial building approvals have reached $20.8 million during this financial year, pointing to a moderate degree of non-residential construction activity. Residential building volumes in Montmorency - Briar Hill fall well short of the wider region, tracking 62.0% below the per-capita rate recorded across Greater Melbourne. Constrained housing supply of this nature generally reinforces buyer competition and supports existing asset values. Construction figures are likewise beneath the Australian benchmark, highlighting the established urban fabric of the suburb and pointing to possible planning constraints. Of recently approved residential builds, detached houses make up 63.0% while attached dwellings represent 37.0%, demonstrating a shift toward medium-density housing that broadens options from traditional freestanding properties to more accessible, compact residences. This pattern marks a substantial shift away from the prevailing built environment (where separate houses currently account for 84.0%), reflecting a tightening supply of vacant land as well as evolving lifestyle requirements and affordability considerations. Recording approximately 379 people per approval, the district exhibits the characteristics of a mature property market. According to population projections based on the most recent AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Montmorency - Briar Hill is set to add 5,913 residents through to 2041. If residential construction continues at its current pace, additions to the housing stock may fall short of demographic growth, which could intensify competition among buyers and exert upward pressure on local real estate prices.
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Development applications around Montmorency - Briar Hill
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 8 current infrastructure and development projects inside Montmorency - Briar Hill, worth an estimated $1.1 billion. A further 92 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $95.3 billion. 27 are already under construction and 35 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics and sports & recreation. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
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Local infrastructure programs, major urban projects, and strategic planning decisions play a defining role in shaping an area's trajectory. AreaSearch has tracked a total of 25 active or planned initiatives expected to influence the district. Prominent among these works are the Hurstbridge Rail Line Upgrades (Watsonia-Eltham), the Montmorency North Pavilion Refurbishment, Plenty River Trail Upgrades, and the Level Crossing Removal - North Eastern Program Alliance (Hurstbridge corridor), with the accompanying overview outlining the most significant projects.
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Hurstbridge Rail Line Upgrades (Watsonia-Eltham)
A major upgrade of the Hurstbridge line integrated with the North East Link project. Key milestones include the completion of Melbourne's third longest rail tunnel at Watsonia (500 metres) in late 2025 and the rebuilding of the Grimshaw Street Bridge. The project encompasses track duplication, new stations at Greensborough and Montmorency, and extensive signalling and power upgrades. Final finishing works and rail corridor improvements are continuing into mid-2026 to enhance service frequency and reliability for Melbourne's northeast.
Plenty River Trail Upgrades
The Plenty River Trail Upgrades project involves enhancements to the access path between Allima Ave, Yallambie, and Willinda Park, Greensborough. Key improvements include widened pathways for better accessibility, upgraded drainage systems, improved lighting for enhanced safety, new seating areas, and updated signage to improve user experience for walkers, cyclists, and families. The project aims to create a safer and more enjoyable recreational environment while supporting local biodiversity.
Montmorency Park North Pavilion Refurbishment
Refurbishment by Banyule City Council of the sports pavilion serving the northern oval at Montmorency Park, Para Road, Montmorency. The upgrade delivers female-friendly changerooms for players and umpires, additional storage space, and improved amenity and compliance for the building's user groups. The oval is the home ground of Montmorency Cricket Club and Montmorency Football Netball Club, both of which field junior and senior teams for males and females. The project was seeded by a Victorian Government grant of up to $1 million awarded through the Local Sports Infrastructure Fund in the 2022/23 State Budget, following advocacy by the Member for Eltham, with the balance funded by Council.Construction tenders were called by Council in mid 2025 and closed in July 2025, and Council confirmed in December 2025 that renovation works were under way. The project does not appear in Council's 2026/27 Capital Works Program, indicating delivery was completed within the 2025/26 financial year, consistent with Council's stated 2025/26 delivery timeline and with the pattern of comparable Banyule pavilion upgrades handed back in time for the winter season.
Newmans Road Footpath Construction
Construction of new concrete footpath along Newmans Road to improve pedestrian safety and connectivity. Includes drainage improvements and landscaping.
Level Crossing Removal - North Eastern Program Alliance (Hurstbridge corridor)
Program alliance delivering level crossing removals and rail upgrades in Melbourne's north east. NEPA delivered Stage 1 of the Hurstbridge Line Upgrade (duplicate track Heidelberg-Rosanna, remove crossings at Grange Rd Alphington and Lower Plenty Rd Rosanna, build the new Rosanna Station). Subsequent corridor upgrades including the Hurstbridge Line Duplication delivered new stations at Greensborough and Montmorency, further track duplication and a shared path, with major construction completed in April 2025.
Montmorency Secondary College Sports Facilities
The project expanded the sports facilities at Montmorency Secondary College, including a new stadium increasing the number of courts from two to five, with a show court seating up to 1100 spectators, change rooms, meeting rooms, undercroft car parking, a gymnasium, kiosk, offices, and additional amenities. It supports physical education, community sporting programs, and local clubs like the Eltham Wildcats.
North East Link Environmental Parklands
Creation of 5 MCGs of new community parklands at Borlase Reserve as part of the North East Link tunnel project, including adventure and nature playgrounds, fitness areas, walking trails, a wildlife crossing, and revitalised Banyule Creek wetlands. A new pedestrian Eel (Iuk) bridge over Lower Plenty Road will connect the parklands to Banyule Flats and Yarra River trails. Tunnelling on the main North East Link bored tunnels was completed in July 2026, with above-ground works including the Borlase Reserve parklands and Greensborough Road boulevard continuing ahead of the project's scheduled opening in 2028.
Eltham and Diamond Creek Major Activity Centres Structure Plans
A planning framework that translates the 2020 Eltham and Diamond Creek Major Activity Centre Structure Plans into the Nillumbik Planning Scheme via Amendments C143nill and C144nill. The amendments rezone the Eltham Industrial 3 land into Schedule 1 of the Activity Centre Zone, update local activity centre policy, refine the Significant Landscape Overlay for the Eltham Town Centre and apply tailored built form, height and design controls to the Diamond Creek centre. After formal exhibition in mid-2024, Council deferred panel referral to consider new State Government housing targets and Plan for Victoria reforms.In September 2025 Council's Planning and Consultation Committee reviewed submissions and resolved several refinements to gateway, landscape, colour palette and residential setback provisions. The amendments are progressing toward an Independent Planning Panel and ultimate Ministerial approval, and aim to manage growth in both centres through to 2030 while preserving local character, supporting 3 to 5 storey heights and improving public spaces.
9,583 residents of Montmorency - Briar Hill are employed, from a labour force of 9,834. Unemployment sits at 2.6%, with participation at 70.6%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.9% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 13,885, about 81% 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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The local labour market in Montmorency - Briar Hill is characterized by a highly educated talent pool, significant employment in professional services, an unemployment rate of only 2.6%, and an estimated annual jobs growth of 2.5%. As of March 2026, employed residents total 9,583, while the local jobless rate sits 2.2% below the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 4.8%, and the participation rate aligns closely with the metropolitan standard of 70.1%. Census records show that a substantial 38.6% of workers carried out their roles from home, although this figure should be viewed alongside the influence of Covid-19 restrictions.
The leading employment sectors for local residents consist of health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training. The community exhibits a distinct concentration in education & training, where its share of employment reaches 1.4 times the regional proportion. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing shows limited local representation, engaging only 3.2% of the Montmorency - Briar Hill working population relative to 5.2% across Greater Melbourne. Given the area's predominantly residential character, on-site employment possibilities within the suburb remain relatively modest based on the comparison of Census working figures against total resident workers. According to AreaSearch evaluations of SALM and ABS figures, employment grew by 2.5% and the labour force expanded by 3.0% between the year to March 2026, which pushed the unemployment rate up by 0.5 percentage points. This differs from Greater Melbourne, where employment grew by 2.1%, the labour force increased by 2.3%, and unemployment rose by 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia national employment forecasts from Mar-26 provide additional context regarding likely future demand in Montmorency - Briar Hill. These projections span five and ten year intervals and have been overlaid with the local employment profile to estimate growth trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and by 13.7% over ten years, expansion varies considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Montmorency - Briar Hill employment composition, local employment is expected to rise by 6.9% over five years and by 14.0% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
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Median household income in Montmorency - Briar Hill is $2,068 a week (about $108,000 a year), with median personal income at $957 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $63,611 a year against an average of $83,341. 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 ATO postcode figures compiled by AreaSearch for financial year 2023, the Montmorency - Briar Hill SA2 recorded a median individual taxpayer income of $63,611 and a mean of $83,341. These levels stand notably high by national standards and surpass the Greater Melbourne median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Incorporating a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since financial year 2023, updated estimates reach approximately $69,730 for median income and $91,358 for average earnings as of March 2026. Findings from the 2021 Census position personal, family, and household earnings across Montmorency - Briar Hill around the 72nd percentile across Australia.
In terms of earnings distribution, the largest cohort comprises 31.8% of residents (5,429 people) earning between $1,500 - 2,999, which aligns with the regional proportion of 32.8% in that bracket. Another 30.6% receive weekly earnings exceeding $3,000, underscoring substantial local purchasing power. Housing costs absorb 13.5% of total income, while robust earning levels place the community in the 74th percentile for disposable income and within the 8th decile on the SEIFA income scale.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Montmorency - Briar Hill had 6,323 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 84% detached houses and 1% apartments. 41% are owned with a mortgage, 18% rented and 41% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $415 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,167 a month. Rent absorbs 20.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 24.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Census data reveals that separate houses accounted for 84.2% of the residential stock in Montmorency - Briar Hill, while 15.8% comprised alternative formats such as semi-detached residences, units, and 'other' dwellings, compared to Greater Melbourne proportions of 67.9% standalone houses and 32.1% non-house dwellings. Outright home ownership stood at 41.1%, significantly outpacing the Melbourne metro standard, with mortgaged properties making up 41.3% and rented properties representing 17.6%. Median monthly mortgage costs in the suburb were recorded at $2,167 against the metropolitan median of $2,000, while median weekly rent reached $415 compared to $390 across Greater Melbourne.
When measured nationally, local mortgage commitments noticeably exceed the Australian median of $1,863, and typical rental payments remain well above the nationwide benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Montmorency - Briar Hill counted 6,323 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.5 people each. 35% are couples with children, against 27% couples without children. 24% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.6 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families constitute the vast majority of local households at 74.3%, consisting of couples with children at 34.5%, couples without children at 27.3%, and single parent households at 11.4%. The remaining 25.7% consists of non-family living arrangements, primarily lone person residences at 24.3% alongside group households at 1.5%. The average household size stands at 2.5 people, slightly under the Greater Melbourne figure of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
38.0% of adults in Montmorency - Briar Hill hold a university qualification, including 24.3% with a bachelor degree and 8.4% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 91% of areas nationally. A further 18.2% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 2,816 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,107 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 attainment across the district is particularly elevated compared to broader benchmarks, with 38.0% of individuals aged 15+ holding a tertiary qualification, exceeding both the SA4 region level of 32.8% and the national standard of 30.4%. Bachelor degrees form the largest category at 24.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 8.4% and graduate diplomas at 5.3%. Vocational and technical qualifications are also widely held, with 30.5% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational credentials, including 18.2% with certificates and 12.3% with advanced diplomas. Formal study engagement is substantial across the suburb, with 27.9% of all residents actively enrolled in an educational program.
Broken down by stage, this includes 10.1% attending primary school, 7.4% in secondary education, and 4.7% enrolled in tertiary institutions.
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Public transport in Montmorency - Briar Hill reaches 58 stops on 11 routes, timetabled for about 5,600 services a week. The typical home sits about 270 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.5 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 public transit infrastructure identifies 58 active transit stops across Montmorency - Briar Hill, providing bus connections. A total of 11 distinct routes serve these stops, generating 5,565 passenger trips on a weekly basis. Transit accessibility is favorable, with residents living an average distance of 270 meters from their closest boarding point. Reflecting the area's residential profile, outward commuting is standard: private vehicles represent the primary mode of travel at 88%, while trains account for 6%. Household car ownership sits at 1.5 vehicles per dwelling, above the metropolitan average.
Additionally, 38.6% of workers performed their duties from home according to the 2021 Census, reflecting conditions during that period. Across the entire local public transit network, route frequency delivers an average of 795 trips per day, which translates to roughly 95 weekly departures for each individual stop.
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68.1% of residents in Montmorency - Briar Hill report no long-term health condition. 4.7% need daily assistance with core activities, and 60.8% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.1 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health assessments conducted by AreaSearch show strong overall outcomes across Montmorency - Briar Hill, characterized by low mortality rates and limited chronic disease prevalence among the broader population, with rates for vulnerable older age groups aligning close to national averages. Private health insurance coverage is notably widespread, encompassing roughly 61% of residents (10,380 people), compared to 56.7% in Greater Melbourne and an Australian average of 55.7%. Arthritis and asthma represent the most widespread chronic conditions locally, recorded among 8.4% and 8.0% of the population, respectively, while 68.1% of residents reported having no long-term medical conditions, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
Residents under 65 exhibit health outcomes that outperform typical benchmarks. Those aged 65 and over make up 21.9% of the local population (3,737 people), higher than the 15.1% share seen across Greater Melbourne. While health metrics for older residents sit above average levels, they place somewhat lower nationally than the figures recorded for the wider community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Montmorency - Briar Hill is largely Australian-born, at 82.6% of residents, with 10.8% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (27.4%) and Australian (24.8%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Montmorency - Briar Hill demonstrates lower cultural diversity relative to broader benchmarks, with Australian-born individuals accounting for 82.6% of the population, 92.1% holding Australian citizenship, and 89.2% using only English at home. Christianity represents the most common religious affiliation, encompassing 45.3% of local residents. The most pronounced proportional overrepresentation occurs in Judaism, which makes up 0.1% of the suburb's population compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Looking at ancestral backgrounds based on parents' birthplace, the three most prominent heritages in Montmorency - Briar Hill are English at 27.4% (well above the regional average of 20.1%), Australian at 24.8% (substantially exceeding the regional rate of 18.4%), and Irish at 10.4%.
Other ancestral groups show specific variations from metropolitan norms: Macedonian represents 0.8% locally (compared to 0.7% regionally), Italian comprises 6.2% (vs 5.2%), and Maltese accounts for 0.8% (vs 1.1%).
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The median resident of Montmorency - Briar Hill is 42. 19.9% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The age distribution of Montmorency - Briar Hill is notably older than that of Greater Melbourne. Based on estimates updated to August 2026, seniors and retirees aged 65+ make up 21.9% of the population compared to 15.1% across Greater Melbourne, while adults aged 25 - 44 account for 22.4% locally against 32.1% regionally. Consequently, the median age is estimated at 42 years, matching the 2021 Census figure and sitting 5 years higher than the Greater Melbourne median of 37 from that Census. Since the Census, the share of residents aged 25 - 44 has shifted from 24.4% to an estimated 22.4%.
Projections to 2041 anticipate that older cohorts will represent the main source of demographic growth, adding 2,384 residents (64%) to reach a total of 6,121.
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Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Montmorency - Briar Hill
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Sep 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to Aug 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to Aug 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Aug 2026 last month headline measures · Jul 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Sep 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 Sep 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 2 months ago all 8 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 6 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 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 2 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 2 months ago 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 — 140 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for Aug 2026, not a 2021 count (16,539 at the 2021 Census → 17,074 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to Aug 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (209011202). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.