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Mooroolbark has an estimated 24,613 residents, up from 23,146 at the 2021 Census — a change of 1,467 people, or 6.3%. 354 new addresses have been validated here since Census night. Natural increase accounts for 50.6% of that increase. That puts 1,963 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 investigations by AreaSearch, the population of Mooroolbark stands at approximately 24,613 in May 2026. This represents a gain of 1,467 people (6.3%) relative to the 2021 Census, when the head count was 23,146 people. This adjustment is calculated based on the ABS estimated resident population of 24,395 in June 2025 alongside 354 validated new addresses registered after the Census. Consequently, the local density ratio is 1,962 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the typical figure recorded across analyzed national territories. This 6.3% population expansion since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 area (3.5%) and the SA4 region, establishing the suburb as a regional growth frontrunner.
Natural increase was the main driver of this expansion, accounting for roughly 50.6% of the total population rise in recent times. ABS/Geoscience Australia projections released in 2024 using 2022 as the baseline are adopted by AreaSearch for each SA2 territory. For any SA2 localities omitted from this database, AreaSearch applies the 2023 Regional/LGA projections from the VIC State Government, adjusting them via a weighted aggregation of population expansion from LGA to SA2 tiers. Age group expansion rates from these models are also applied across all zones for the period from 2032 to 2041. Looking at future demographic patterns, population growth is projected to rank slightly below the national median for statistical areas, with the suburb expected to add 2,431 persons by 2041 based on the most recent annual ERP statistics, which constitutes an overall rise of 9.0% over the 16 years.
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633 new dwellings have been approved in Mooroolbark over the past five years, an average of 126 a year. That places the area in the 61st percentile for residential development activity nationally, about 5 approvals per 1,000 residents a year. Of the 95 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 41% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 85, 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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Mooroolbark records roughly 126 dwellings approved for development annually, amounting to 633 residential approvals over the previous 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25) and 78 during the course of FY-26. Given that only 0.8 people per year moved to the suburb for each home built over the previous 5 financial years (between FY-21 and FY-25), the volume of housing supply matches or exceeds demand, enhancing options for buyers and supporting the potential for population growth to outstrip projections, while newly built structures show a typical construction value of $300,000, mirroring regional patterns.
Furthermore, commercial development approvals reached $66.5 million in the current financial year, pointing to strong investment in the local business sector. Relative to Greater Melbourne, Mooroolbark registers slightly higher development levels (36.0% above the regional average per capita over the 5 year period), which helps maintain current property valuations while offering buyers diverse choices. Recent building starts consist of 41.0% detached houses and 59.0% medium and high-density housing options. This orientation toward higher-density layouts provides affordable pathways for market entry, drawing interest from downsizers, investors, and first-time buyers. This represents a distinct shift from the existing housing stock (which is currently 95.0% houses), signaling a decline in available building plots and reflecting evolving lifestyles alongside the demand for more varied, economical housing options. With approximately 232 people per dwelling approval, Mooroolbark indicates a developing market. Demographic projections indicate that Mooroolbark is set to add 2,213 residents by 2041 (calculated from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Judging by current construction trends, the volume of new residential supply is positioned to easily satisfy demand, creating favorable buyer conditions and potentially enabling population growth to exceed current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Mooroolbark
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 12 current infrastructure and development projects inside Mooroolbark, worth an estimated $688 million. A further 84 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $6.76 billion. 20 are already under construction and 26 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans residential development, transport & logistics 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 alterations, major works, and municipal planning decisions exert a major influence on local performance. In total, AreaSearch has identified 37 projects that are expected to impact the locality. Key developments include Cloverlea Estate, Summerset Chirnside Park Retirement Village, Little Scribblers Mooroolbark Early Learning Centre, and the 270 Maroondah Highway Industrial Development, with the subsequent list outlining the most significant initiatives.
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Bimbadeen Reserve Playspace Renewal
Renewal of playspaces at Bimbadeen Reserve to create one formal timber-themed playspace at the top of the hill with rope climbing and timber frames, and a smaller nature-based area near the preschool with logs, rocks, and seating. Includes new sealed paths, relocated furniture, and plantings for shade.
Story House Early Learning Mooroolbark
The approved early learning centre at Mooroolbark Grammar has been completed and is now operating as Story House Early Learning Mooroolbark. The long day care centre is approved for 127 places and provides early childhood education for children from birth to school age on the Mooroolbark Grammar campus.
Cave Hill Railway Station (Kinley)
Proposed new suburban railway station on Melbourne's metropolitan Lilydale line, sited roughly midway between Mooroolbark and Lilydale stations on the northern edge of the former Cave Hill limestone quarry, now being redeveloped as Intrapac Property's 163 hectare Kinley masterplanned community. A 2017 concept development report prepared by Raylink Consulting for the Victorian Planning Authority recommended a single island platform on the short straight section of track directly opposite the old quarry pit, with about 500m of track lowering required to meet the 1 in 200 maximum platform gradient standard.That report costed the station itself at approximately $13 million and the track lowering at approximately $5.5 million in 2017 dollars, and found that introducing a stop within the single-track Mooroolbark to Lilydale section would reduce peak capacity by around 15 per cent, meaning the station must be delivered together with either a Cave Hill crossing loop (about $28 million) or track duplication (about $46 million for the full Mooroolbark to Lilydale section). Public Transport Victoria advised at the time that full duplication was the preferred solution. The station remains unfunded and unapproved and is shown in the Lilydale Quarry Comprehensive Development Plan as a conceptual future element only. Yarra Ranges Council has carried it as a standing advocacy priority since 2017, and in May 2026 the Eastern Transport Coalition's state election platform sought $80 million for the Mooroolbark to Lilydale duplication and the new Cave Hill station, citing around 3,000 new dwellings planned within the 800m catchment. A 2022 Parliamentary Budget Office costing put the combined duplication and Kinley station package at $211 million. Level crossing removal works completed at Mooroolbark and Lilydale in 2021 were designed to lay the groundwork for future duplication and a potential new intermediate station. Note this project is distinct from the Cave Hill Road pedestrian underpass at Lilydale, which was delivered under the Level Crossing Removal Project and completed in 2024.
Mt View Residences
A boutique residential development featuring 26 beautifully designed townhomes with 2 to 4 bedrooms, spanning three levels with premium inclusions and sleek flowing floorplans. Designed by renowned John Patrick Architects with landscaping that captures views of Mt. Dandenong, featuring private outdoor spaces and connective common areas with raised planters and canopy trees. Located in a quiet pocket near Mooroolbark Train Station with easy access to transport, education, shopping, and parks.
Mooroolbark and Lilydale Level Crossing Removal - Mooroolbark Station
Major infrastructure project that removed the Manchester Road level crossing and Maroondah Highway level crossing (Lilydale) by building new elevated stations and rail bridges. The Mooroolbark component features improved accessibility, 900 car parking spaces (doubled capacity), new bus interchange, community spaces under the rail bridge, and enhanced walking/cycling connections to Red Earth Community Park. Part of the Level Crossing Removal Project improving safety and traffic flow across both Mooroolbark and Lilydale. Completed in November 2021.
The Outlook Croydon North
New residential estate of 48 architect designed townhomes in Croydon North, delivering modern family living close to local schools, parks and shopping. As of late 2025 the project is under construction with completion expected in 2026.
26 Sweetland Road Townhouses
Four beautifully designed townhouses at 26 Sweetland Road, Mooroolbark. Contemporary design by Alta Architecture with 3 bedrooms across two storeys, optimising surrounding greenery.
Summerset Chirnside Park Retirement Village
Continuum-of-care retirement village delivering independent living villas and cottages, assisted living apartments, and an on-site care home with resort-style amenities (pool, lounge, cinema, cafe, salon, bowling green). Civil works are nearing completion, first villas targeted for late 2025, with village opening expected in 2026.
13,112 residents of Mooroolbark are employed, from a labour force of 13,908. Unemployment sits at 5.7%, with participation at 70.5%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 19,747, about 80% 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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Mooroolbark has a skilled workforce with notable representation in the construction field, an unemployment rate of 5.7%, and an estimated employment growth rate of 0.9% over the preceding year. As of March 2026, there are 13,112 employed residents, with the local unemployment rate sitting 1.0% higher than the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, while the rate of workforce participation matches the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 70.2%. Census records show a high proportion of residents working from home at 25.5%, although this figure may be influenced by Covid-19 lockdown restrictions. The primary employment sectors for local residents are construction, health care & social assistance, and retail trade.
The workforce displays a prominent specialization in construction, where the employment concentration is 1.5 times the regional rate. On the other hand, professional & technical services are underrepresented, accounting for 6.9% of local workers compared to the regional average of 10.1%. Comparison of the Census working population against the resident population suggests this mostly residential suburb provides limited local job opportunities. AreaSearch analysis of SALM and ABS data indicates that over the 12 months to March 2026, local employment rose by 0.9% while the labor force expanded by 1.8%, causing the unemployment rate to climb by 0.8 percentage points. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labor force growth of 2.3%, with its unemployment rate rising by 0.2 percentage points. National employment projections released in May-25 by Jobs and Skills Australia provide further context regarding future demand within Mooroolbark. These five and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth trends. Globally, national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though expansion rates vary widely across different industries. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the employment distribution of Mooroolbark suggests local employment will rise by 6.3% over five years and 13.2% over ten years (this represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not incorporate local population forecasts).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Mooroolbark is $1,992 a week (about $104,000 a year), with median personal income at $838 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $57,886 a year against an average of $67,686. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
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The most recent postcode-level ATO records analyzed by AreaSearch for financial year 2023 show that personal earnings in the Mooroolbark SA2 align closely with national averages, registering a median of $57,886 and an average of $67,686. This compares to a median of $57,688 and an average of $75,164 across Greater Melbourne. Factoring in Wage Price Index growth of 9.62% since financial year 2023, updated estimates point to a median of approximately $63,455 and an average of $74,197 as of March 2026. Data from the 2021 Census reveals that household, family, and individual incomes in Mooroolbark sit near the 60th percentile nationally.
Looking at income brackets, the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly earnings range accounts for 36.0% of the population (8,860 individuals), which corresponds to the wider metropolitan area where this bracket accounts for 32.8% of the population. Heavy housing expenses account for 15.1% of earnings, yet solid wages keep disposable income at the 66th percentile, and the local SEIFA income score positions the area in the 6th decile.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mooroolbark had 8,080 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 95% detached houses and 0% apartments. 47% are owned with a mortgage, 21% rented and 32% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $400 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,000 a month. Rent absorbs 20.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.2%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
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Residential configurations in Mooroolbark at the time of the latest Census consisted of 95.4% houses and 4.6% other dwelling types (such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and alternative housing options), compared to Melbourne metro where houses made up 67.9% and other dwellings accounted for 32.1%. The rate of home ownership in Mooroolbark matched the Melbourne metro benchmark of 32.2%, with the remaining dwellings split between mortgaged properties (47.1%) and rental homes (20.7%). The median monthly mortgage payment matched the Melbourne metro average of $2,000, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $400, compared to metropolitan benchmarks of $2,000 and $390.
On a national scale, mortgage commitments in Mooroolbark are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and rental costs also exceed the national benchmark of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mooroolbark counted 8,080 households at the 2021 Census, an estimated 8,592 today, averaging 2.8 people each. 39% are couples with children, more than in 76% of areas nationally, against 26% couples without children. 19% 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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Family units constitute the vast majority of households at 78.6%, consisting of couples with children at 38.8%, couples without children at 26.1%, and single parent households at 12.7%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 21.4%, with single-person households representing 19.3% and group households making up 2.1%. The median household size of 2.8 individuals is larger than the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
23.5% of adults in Mooroolbark hold a university qualification, including 16.1% with a bachelor degree and 4.4% with postgraduate qualifications. A further 26.3% hold a vocational qualification. 10 schools serve the area, with 4,788 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,009 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 locality faces educational disparities, with university graduation rates (23.5%) sitting considerably lower than the Greater Melbourne average of 37.0%. This dynamic presents both a difficulty and an avenue for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 16.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.4%) and graduate diplomas (3.0%). Technical and trade expertise is well represented, with 38.1% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational qualifications, split between advanced diplomas (11.8%) and certificates (26.3%). Enrolment rates in education are quite high, with 28.1% of the population currently undertaking formal study.
This student cohort comprises 9.9% in primary school, 7.7% in high school, and 3.8% enrolled in higher education.
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Public transport in Mooroolbark reaches 46 stops on 19 routes, timetabled for about 3,400 services a week. The typical home sits about 420 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.7 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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Public transport studies show 46 active bus stops operating in Mooroolbark. These boarding points are serviced by 19 separate routes, which combine to support 3,418 weekly passenger journeys. Transport accessibility is classified as moderate, with residents living an average of 422 meters from the nearest transit stop. Because the suburb is primarily residential, most workers commute out of the area, and private vehicles remain the primary mode of travel at 92%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.7 cars per dwelling, which is higher than the regional average. A significant 25.5% of residents work from home (2021 Census; potentially reflecting COVID-19 pandemic settings).
Transit service frequency averages 488 trips daily across all active routes, which represents approximately 74 weekly runs for each individual stop.
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68.2% of residents in Mooroolbark report no long-term health condition. 5.4% need daily assistance with core activities, and 52.6% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 4.8 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators demonstrate relatively positive trends for local residents, with AreaSearch's analysis of mortality indexes and medical conditions tracking in line with national benchmarks. The occurrence of standard medical issues is low within the general community, although it rises above national averages among older, high-risk groups, and the rate of private health insurance is slightly ahead of the average SA2 territory at roughly 53% of the population (~12,946 people). This compares to 56.7% throughout Greater Melbourne. The most frequent medical diagnoses in the locality were mental health conditions and asthma, affecting 9.2 and 8.7% of residents, respectively, while 68.2% of the population reported no chronic illnesses compared to 72.6% in Greater Melbourne.
Health profiles for working-age residents are generally typical. The population includes 17.0% of residents aged 65 and over (4,171 people), which is higher than the 15.0% registered across Greater Melbourne, though this demographic ranks lower on a national scale than the general local population.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Mooroolbark is largely Australian-born, at 77.9% of residents, with 15.7% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.5%) and Australian (27.4%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Mooroolbark exhibits a higher level of cultural diversity than average, with 22.1% of residents born outside Australia and 15.7% using a non-English language at home. Christianity is the predominant religious affiliation, representing 46.4% of the local population. However, the most visible deviation is in the Other category, which represents 0.8% of the population, compared to 2.3% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding ancestry (the birthplace of parents), the three largest groups in Mooroolbark are English at 28.5% of the population, which is considerably higher than the regional average of 20.1%, Australian at 27.4%, which is also much higher than the regional average of 18.4%, and Other at 9.0%, which sits noticeably below the regional average of 14.6%.
In addition, there are distinct variations in the proportions of other ethnic groups: Dutch ancestry is significantly overrepresented at 2.7% of Mooroolbark (vs 1.2% in the region), Sri Lankan at 0.4% (vs 0.8% regionally), and South Australian at 0.5% (vs 0.4% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mooroolbark is 37. 26.1% 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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Mooroolbark has a median age of 37, matching the Greater Melbourne benchmark of 37 and sitting close to the national average of 38 years. The 75 - 84 age group shows a solid concentration at 6.3% compared to Greater Melbourne, while the 25 - 34 cohort is less common at 13.5%. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has expanded from 4.9% to 6.3%, and the 35 to 44 cohort has risen from 14.5% to 15.7%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 demographic has decreased from 14.6% to 13.5%.
Looking forward to 2041, demographic models project notable changes in the age distribution, led by a 24% expansion (718 people) in the 45 to 54 cohort, moving from 2,941 to 3,660. Meanwhile, the count of residents in both the 35 to 44 and 0 to 4 brackets is expected to decline.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mooroolbark
9 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 9 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2026 last month all 16 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 2 sections | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 354 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (23,146 at the 2021 Census → 24,613 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 (211051281). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.