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Mount Eliza has an estimated 19,110 residents, up from 18,734 at the 2021 Census — a change of 376 people, or 2.0%. That puts 823 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's data indicates that the population of Mount Eliza stands at approximately 19,110 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 376 people (2.0%) from the 18,734 residents recorded in the 2021 Census. The calculation is based on the June 2025 ABS estimated resident population of 19,110 along with 62 validated new addresses registered after the Census. With a density of 823 persons per square kilometer, the locality aligns closely with the average density of other analyzed districts. The 2.0% post-census growth rate of Mount Eliza is within 1.2 percentage points of the broader SA4 region (3.2%), indicating healthy demographic momentum.
This growth was almost exclusively powered by inbound international migration during recent quarters. Projections from ABS and Geoscience Australia released in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized for SA2 regions. For areas where this data is unavailable, figures are derived from the 2023 Victorian State Government projections, adjusted by aggregating population expansion from LGA to SA2 levels using a weighted methodology. Age bracket growth trends from these models are also applied across all regions for the period from 2032 to 2041. Looking forward, the population is projected to expand by 1,850 individuals by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP statistics, representing an overall increase of 9.7% over 16 years, which is slightly below the median growth rate of all analyzed locations.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
256 new dwellings have been approved in Mount Eliza over the past five years, an average of 51 a year. That is 2.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 41 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 88% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 69, running ahead of that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
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Approvals for residential construction in Mount Eliza average approximately 51 dwellings annually, totaling 256 housing units over the last 5 financial years (from FY-21 to FY-25) and reaching 64 during FY-26 to date. Given the population decline observed in the preceding interval, this volume of construction is considered appropriate, which benefits prospective buyers, and the average expected construction cost for these new dwellings is $822,000, pointing to developer focus on high-end residential projects. Furthermore, local commercial approvals have reached $45.4 million during the current financial year, which points to active investment from local businesses.
Building approvals per resident in Mount Eliza are about half the rate observed in Greater Melbourne, placing the area in the 38th percentile among all locations nationwide, which restricts options for buyers and increases demand for established properties. This low volume is also below the national average, reflecting the established status of the suburb and potentially pointing to strict local planning constraints. Standalone houses represent 88.0% of recent construction projects, with medium and high-density formats accounting for the remaining 12.0%, thereby preserving the low-density neighborhood character and focusing on properties suitable for families. There are an estimated 468 residents in the area for every approved dwelling, illustrating a slow-paced construction environment. Forecasts suggest that Mount Eliza will welcome an additional 1,850 residents by 2041 based on the most recent quarterly estimate from AreaSearch. The current trajectory of construction indicates that the supply of new housing is positioned to satisfy this demand, creating favorable conditions for buyers and potentially supporting population growth above the predicted levels.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Mount Eliza
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 4 current infrastructure and development projects inside Mount Eliza, worth an estimated $14 million. A further 111 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $10.2 billion. 29 are already under construction and 40 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 projects, planning choices, and development updates are key drivers of regional performance. AreaSearch has identified 6 projects that are likely to influence the immediate area, with key initiatives including the Mount Eliza Landfill Capping Rehabilitation Works, Mount Eliza: Emil Madsen Reserve - East Pavilion, Moondah Mansion Retirement Village, and Mount Eliza: Canadian Bay Carpark.
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Mount Eliza: Emil Madsen Reserve - East Pavilion
A new single-storey sports pavilion at Emil Madsen Reserve, catering for the Mount Eliza Soccer Club, Junior Football Club, Cricket Club and Football Netball Club. The approximately 800 sqm East Pavilion includes six change rooms, umpire rooms, unisex and all-access public toilets, storage areas, a medical room, offices, a kitchen with servery, meeting rooms, a central social space and a new carpark. The project is fully funded by a $15 million federal government grant secured to deliver Stage 1 of the Emil Madsen Reserve Master Plan.The construction contract was awarded to McCorkell Constructions at Council's June 2025 meeting; site establishment is complete and bulk earthworks are underway, with completion anticipated around late 2026.
Mount Eliza: Canadian Bay Carpark
This project will update and renew the existing Canadian Bay carpark to enhance visitor experience, public safety, and access to all at Canadian Bay and Half Moon Bay, which experience high levels of visitation, especially during peak summer season. The existing infrastructure is aged and in need of renewal.
Moondah Mansion Retirement Village
A $317-million retirement village featuring the complete restoration of the 135-year-old heritage-listed Moondah Mansion as its centrepiece, including six buildings up to four storeys offering 104 independent apartments, 27 assisted-living suites, and a 60-bed aged care centre with low, high and specialist dementia care. The development includes a bowling green, cafe, bar, cinema, indoor swimming pool, hair and beauty salon, gymnasium, and place of worship, restoring a property once owned by Sir Reginald Ansett and previously operated as the Melbourne Business School.
Mount Eliza Landfill Capping Rehabilitation Works
Rehabilitation of the closed landfill cap and stormwater system across North and South Regional Parks in Mount Eliza. The works include cap thickening, stormwater swale construction, outfall infrastructure, and extensive revegetation to ensure full EPA Victoria compliance.
Mount Eliza: Blackspot Program - Mount Eliza Way
This project improves pedestrian safety along Mount Eliza Way by converting zebra crossings to raised wombat crossings, reducing the speed limit to 40km/h, installing electronic variable speed signs, flashing pedestrian signals, painted pavement markings, constructing a refuge island, and upgrading lighting.
Neue Space Mornington
An architecturally designed multi-level work and leisure precinct comprising 110 warehouse and storage spaces. Features 52 premium two-storey Neue Warehouse spaces, 58 flexible Neue Storage spaces, 4 restricted retail showrooms, and an on-site cafe. Designed for innovative businesses with 7.5m internal heights, 7m wide driveways, car and boat wash facilities, and 24/7 CCTV security.
59 Culcairn Drive Townhouse Development - Frankston South
A permit-approved 4-unit townhouse development on a 1,177sqm site in Frankston South. The project provides quality medium-density housing with 3-bedroom dwellings in a leafy suburban setting close to schools, parks, and Frankston amenities. Property recently sold in November 2024 with planning permits in place for construction.
Towerhill Road Schools Precinct Shared Path
Upgrade of approximately 1km of existing footpath into a wider shared user path along Towerhill Road between Overport Road and Frankston-Flinders Road. The active transport project enhances safety and connectivity for students and local residents walking and cycling to surrounding schools and community facilities.
9,752 residents of Mount Eliza are employed, from a labour force of 9,864. Unemployment sits at 1.1%, with participation at 63.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 6.8% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. The working-day population is estimated at 16,394, about 86% 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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Mount Eliza boasts a highly skilled labor pool with a notable presence of professional services, low unemployment at 1.1%, and steady job retention throughout the previous year. By March 2026, 9,752 locals were employed, placing the local unemployment rate 3.6% beneath the Greater Melbourne average of 4.8%, while workforce participation trails considerably at 63.9% versus 70.2% in Greater Melbourne. Census data indicates that 39.6% of residents worked from home, a figure that may be influenced by the lingering effects of Covid-19 lockdowns. The primary employment sectors for local residents are health care & social assistance, construction, and education & training.
The education & training sector is particularly prominent, employing residents at 1.2 times the metropolitan average rate. Conversely, transport, postal & warehousing accounts for only 2.2% of the local workforce, compared to 5.2% across Greater Melbourne. Given the difference between the number of local jobs and the size of the resident workforce, the suburb operates mainly as a residential zone with limited local commercial employment. Based on an examination of SALM and ABS figures by AreaSearch, employment levels rose by 0.4% while the labour force grew by 0.3% during the year to March 2026, which led to a 0.1 percentage point decline in the unemployment rate. In contrast, Greater Melbourne experienced employment growth of 2.1% and labour force growth of 2.3%, accompanied by a 0.2 percentage point increase in unemployment. Further insight into potential future demand within Mount Eliza can be gained from Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts published in May-25. These projections, which span five and ten-year periods, have been overlaid onto the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. Although national employment is projected to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, growth rates vary considerably across different industry sectors. When these sector-specific forecasts are applied to Mount Eliza's employment mix, local employment is anticipated to grow by 6.8% over five years and 13.9% over ten years (please note this is a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes and does not take into account localised population projections).
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Mount Eliza is $2,547 a week (about $132,000 a year), with median personal income at $966 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $62,743 a year against an average of $104,226. The average runs 66% above the median, a wider spread than most areas and a sign of a concentrated group of high earners. 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 ATO postcode data for the 2023 financial year compiled by AreaSearch, Mount Eliza taxpayers recorded a median annual income of $62,743 and an average of $104,226. These figures represent high levels nationally, exceeding the Greater Melbourne median of $57,688 and average of $75,164. Adjusting these values for a 9.62% increase in the Wage Price Index since the 2023 financial year yields estimated figures of $68,779 for the median and $114,253 for the average as of March 2026. The Census indicates that weekly household incomes are in the 91st percentile nationally at $2,547.
Income distribution statistics show that 29.2% of taxpayers (5,580 people) earn over $4,000 weekly, whereas the leading cohort in the wider region is the $1,500 - 2,999 range at 32.8%. High earners represent a large share of the community, with 42.6% of households bringing in more than $3,000 per week, pointing to strong local purchasing power. Residents keep 87.6% of their income after paying for housing, and the area is situated in the 9th decile on the SEIFA index of economic resources.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Mount Eliza had 6,271 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 92% detached houses and 4% apartments. 45% are owned with a mortgage, 9% rented and 46% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $512 a week and the median mortgage repayment $2,600 a month. Rent absorbs 20.1% of household income here and mortgage repayments 23.6%. 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 standalone houses make up 91.8% of the housing stock in Mount Eliza, with townhouses, apartments, and alternative dwellings representing 8.2%, compared to the metropolitan Melbourne distribution of 67.9% and 32.1% respectively. Home ownership is also higher in Mount Eliza, where 46.2% of residents own their properties outright, while 45.2% hold mortgages and 8.6% rent. The median monthly payment for home loans in the suburb is $2,600, which is higher than the Melbourne average of $2,000, and the median weekly rent is $512, compared to the metropolitan average of $390.
On a national level, Mount Eliza's median monthly mortgage commitments are higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rental rates are also above the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Mount Eliza counted 6,271 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.8 people each. 44% are couples with children, more than in 87% of areas nationally, against 30% couples without children. 17% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.8 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Families comprise the majority of households at 82.2%, which is made up of couples with children (44.0%), couples without children (30.2%), and single parents (7.7%). Non-family households account for 17.8% of properties, with 16.9% consisting of people living alone and 1.0% representing group houses. The median household occupancy is 2.8 persons, compared to the Greater Melbourne average of 2.6.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
37.9% of adults in Mount Eliza hold a university qualification, including 25.3% with a bachelor degree and 8.0% with postgraduate qualifications, higher than 96% of areas nationally. A further 16.9% hold a vocational qualification. 7 schools serve the area, with 4,974 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 1,109 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 proportion of residents with formal qualifications in Mount Eliza is higher than regional benchmarks, with 37.9% of those aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 23.5% in the broader SA4 and 25.0% in the SA3 area. This provides the local population with a strong advantage in white-collar industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 25.3%, with postgraduate degrees held by 8.0% and graduate diplomas by 4.6% of residents. Vocational and technical education is also common, with 30.5% of the population aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas (13.6%) and certificates (16.9%).
A significant share of the population is engaged in study, with 31.6% of residents enrolled in an educational program. This group includes 11.6% attending primary school, 10.5% in secondary school, and 4.7% enrolled in higher education courses.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
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Public transport in Mount Eliza reaches 31 stops on 5 routes, timetabled for about 770 services a week. The typical home sits about 670 m from its nearest stop. Buses carry the largest share of public transport commuters. Households keep an average of 1.9 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 services in Mount Eliza are comprised of bus routes, with 31 active stops located throughout the area. These stops are served by 5 distinct bus routes that provide a total of 771 passenger trips each week. Transport accessibility is modest, with residents living an average of 669 meters from their nearest transit stop. Given the residential nature of the suburb, most workers commute out of the area, and private cars are the primary mode of transport at 94%. Household vehicle ownership stands at 1.9 cars, which is above the regional average, and 39.6% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic conditions.
Bus services run at an average of 110 trips per day across all routes, which translates to roughly 24 weekly services per individual stop.
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71.5% of residents in Mount Eliza report no long-term health condition, a healthier profile than 90% of areas nationally. 4.3% need daily assistance with core activities, and 73.1% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 3.5 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
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Health indicators in Mount Eliza are highly positive, based on analysis of mortality rates and chronic illnesses, showing a low rate of common conditions across all age cohorts. Additionally, private health insurance uptake is high, covering 73% of the local population (13,969 individuals), which exceeds the Greater Melbourne average of 56.7% and the national rate of 55.7%. The most prevalent chronic conditions in the suburb are arthritis, affecting 7.8% of the community, and asthma, affecting 7.0%, while 71.5% of residents reported having no long-term illnesses, compared to 72.6% across Greater Melbourne.
The local working-age cohort shows high health indicators. Residents aged 65 and older make up 24.0% of the population (4,588 individuals), which is higher than the 15.0% average in Greater Melbourne, and seniors in the area register strong health metrics that align with national averages.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Mount Eliza is largely Australian-born, at 77.0% of residents, with 6.5% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (33.8%) and Australian (25.3%). Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
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Mount Eliza exhibits low cultural diversity relative to broader metrics, with Australian-born residents accounting for 77.0% of the population, citizens representing 90.9%, and English-only speakers making up 93.5%. Christianity is the most common religious affiliation at 46.6% of the population. The most distinct variance is seen in the Jewish community, which represents 0.3% of local residents, compared to 1.0% across Greater Melbourne. Regarding ancestral backgrounds, the three most common ancestries in Mount Eliza are English at 33.8% of the population (compared to the regional average of 20.1%), Australian at 25.3% (compared to the regional average of 18.4%), and Irish at 9.3%.
There are also variations in other European ancestries, with Scottish ancestry at 9.1% (compared to 5.6% regionally), Dutch at 1.7% (compared to 1.2%), and Welsh at 0.7% (compared to 0.4%).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Mount Eliza is 45, older than 78% of areas nationally. 17.6% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
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The median age of 45 in Mount Eliza is higher than the Melbourne metropolitan average of 37 and the national median of 38. The suburb has a higher concentration of residents in the 75 - 84 age bracket (9.3%) compared to Greater Melbourne, but a lower proportion of young adults in the 25 - 34 bracket (3.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the 15 to 24 age bracket has expanded from 11.8% to 14.1%, and the 75 to 84 cohort has grown from 7.7% to 9.3%, whereas the 25 to 34 age group has shrunk from 4.9% to 3.5%.
Demographic projections for 2041 suggest that the number of residents aged 85 and over will rise by 106% (665 individuals), growing from 624 to 1,290. The combined age groups of 65 and over are projected to contribute 69% of the overall population growth, while the cohorts aged 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 are expected to decrease in size.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Mount Eliza
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 |
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| 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 4 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 — 62 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (18,734 at the 2021 Census → 19,110 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 (214021381). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.